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Clarke
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Operator's Manual (EN) - DC Propane Burnisher
Introduction
WARNING: Severe burn or injury could occur if you touch the hot muffler or exhaust pipe. Do not touch
the hot muffler or exhaust pipe.
WARNING: To avoid injury or damage to the machine, do not tip the machine fully upward while the engine
is running.
WARNING: Any alterations or modifications of this machine could result in damage to the machine or injury
to the operator or other bystanders. Alterations or modifications not authorized by the
manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities.
WARNING: To avoid injury or property damage, do not leave the machine where it can be tampered with
or started by persons untrained in its operation. You must have training in the operation of
this machine before using it. DO NOT leave the machine running unattended.
WARNING: Substantial damage to the floor, the machine, or personnel may result if the machine is
operated with the pad off center, damaged or missing. Do not operate the machine if the pad
is off center, damaged or missing.
WARNING: Operating a machine that has loose parts could result in injury or property damage. Do not
operate this machine if there are loose parts. Inspect the machine for loose parts frequently.
This will promote safe operation and a long life for the machine.
WARNING: Vibration from machinery may cause numbness or tingling of the fingers in certain people.
Smoking, dampness, diet, and heredity may contribute to the symptoms. Wearing warm
clothing, gloves, exercising and refraining from smoking can reduce the effects of vibration.
If the symptoms still persist, discontinue operation of the machine.
Clarke propane floor care equipment is manufactured in
two basic concepts: the buffer/burnisher and the floor
stripper. Both of these designs are truly PORTABLE
equipment. Propane buffers are best defined as ultra
high speed buffers with the staying power to produce
superior high gloss floor surfaces. Upon contact with the
floor, the buffer should always be kept moving. The
speed at which you walk will determine the results that
you will obtain. Slower speeds create more heat and
therefore more shine. Clarke recommends a moderate
pace for best results and safe operation. NEVER RUN
WITH THE BUFFER!! While a credible shine will still
result, the danger of trying to stop the machine in an
emergency situation is unacceptable. When buffing,
avoid loose tile, electric outlets, door thresholds and any
object which may come in contact with the pad other than
the floor itself. REMEMBER, the pad is turning very
rapidly.
Proper care and maintenance will protect your invest-
ment and keep your machine serving you for many years
to come. It is essential that these issues are closely
followed:
CAUTION: Overfilling the propane tank is the
number one cause of problems with a
propane machine. This can cause
the engine to run poorly or not at all.
In addition, overfilling allows liquid propane to
enter the fuel control system, possibly ruining
the lockoff/regulator assembly. This voids the
warranty on affected parts of the machine. To
avoid problems, read and understand fully, the
section "Filling and Storing Propane Tanks."
OVERHEATING
is a major cause of engine failure.
Keep the cooling air bonnet filter clean. Protect your
machine; don't allow wax dust/lint to build up on the
cooling fins of the engine cylinder(s). A good high
pressure spray wash directed at the fins
when the
engine
is cold will prevent this from happening.
LOW OIL AND DIRTY OIL
account for most of the
other failures. Clarke recommends changing the oil
on a regular schedule
, perhaps exceeding that
which is found in the engine manufacturers' manual.
Checking the oil daily, before putting the machine to
work, is a good habit to get into and could save you
the downtime and expense of replacing the engine
due to oil starvation. AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, MAKE
SURE YOU HAVE REPLACED THE OIL SUPPLY
BEFORE RESTARTING THE ENGINE.