PowerBoss Admiral 32 User manual

User Manual

Admiral 28/32 Rider Scrubber

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Technical Specifications

This manual is furnished with each new POWERBOSS Admiral 28/32. This provides the necesary operating and preventive

maintenance instructions. Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this machine.

This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency. For best results and minimal cost, please follow

the general guidelines below:

- Operate the machine with reasonable care.

- Follow the manufacturers suggested maintenance instructions as provided in this manual.

- Use original Minuteman supplied parts.

Model AdmiralTM 28/32

Model No. ADMER28C, ADMER28CPLUS, ADMER28CQP, ADMER28D,

ADMER28DPLUS, ADMER28DQP, ADMER32C, ADMER32CPLUS,

ADMER32CQP, ADMER32D, ADMER32DPLUS, ADMER32DQP

Current 60 Amps

Voltage, Batteries 36 volts, 6-6volt

Battery Capacity 235 Ah (Optional 395 Ah batteries available)

Sound Level 75 dB

Dimensions (LxWxH) 66" x 31" x 54" (167.64cm x 78.74cm x 137cm)

Gross Weight 1,243 lbs (564 kg) with batteries

847 lbs (384 kg) without batteries

Working Grade Transport 10% (7°)

Wheel to Floor Pressure 64 PSI Front, 69 PSI Rear

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Preface

Dear customer, Thank you for purchas-

ing the PowerBoss® Admiral. The out-

standing operational characteristics of

the Admiral should justify the confi-

dence you demonstrated in making this

purchase.

The Admiral is a commercial gradAdmi-

ralr Scrubber machine. It is battery op-

erated and is intended by PowerBoss to

be used in accordance with this manu-

al, the labels on the machine itself, as

well as applicable federal, state, and lo-

cal safety and environmental statutes,

regulations, and ordinances (collective-

ly the "governmental regulations"), ap-

plicable commercial standards, and

common sense. .

The user's own safety, as well as the

safety of others, depends to a great ex-

tent on how the Admiral is operated,

handled, and maintained. Therefore, as

a starting point, this manual must be

read and understood thoroughly prior to

the machine being switched on for the

first time. When operating or maintain-

ing the Admiral, THINK SAFETY

FIRST!

This manual provides vital information

concerning the safe operation, use,

maintenance, and service of the Admi-

ral.

The various safety alert symbols, signal

words, and safety messages contained

herein are intended to be read in con-

junction with each other, as well as with

Admiral labels, instruction plates, and

applicable governmental regulations.

To the extent that any governmental

regulations conflict with the provisions

of this instruction manual, such govern-

mental regulations would govern.

Your authorized PowerBoss dealer

would be happy to answer any ques-

tions you may have concerning the op-

eration or maintenance of the Admiral

or information contained in this manual.

If repair or maintenance work is per-

formed on the Admiral, PowerBoss rec-

ommends that only genuine

replacement parts be used and that

such work be performed by qualified in-

dividuals.

Proper use

The Admiral is a floor scrubing ma-

chine. Its intended scope of application

is for wet cleaning of level, hard-sur-

faced floors in accordance with the pro-

visions of this instruction manual,

applicable governmental regulations,

manufacturer specifications, and ma-

chine labels (collectively, "proper use").

Using the Admiral beyond its proper

use will be deemed improper use by

PowerBoss. PowerBoss disclaims any

liability for any personal injury, property,

or other damages of any nature whatso-

ever, whether special, indirect, conse-

quential, or compensatory, directly or

indirectly resulting from the improper

use of the Admiral, or uses beyond or

inconsistent with the Admiral’s intended

scope of application. This disclaimer of

liability also extends to modifications to

the Admiral made without PowerBoss's

prior written consent.

The Admiral should only be operated,

handled, and maintained by persons

who are familiar with the machine and

who have been instructed of the poten-

tial hazards associated with such oper-

ation, handling, and maintenance.

Introduction

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Disclaimer:

PowerBoss disclaims liability for any

personal injury, property, or other dam-

ages of any nature whatsoever, wheth-

er special, indirect, consequential, or

compensatory, directly or indirectly re-

sulting from the publication, use of, ap-

plication, or reliance on this document

or, except as expressly set forth in the

sales contract for the machine, the op-

eration or maintenance of the Admiral.

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET

FORTH IN SUCH SALES CONTRACT,

PowerBoss MAKES NO WARRAN-

TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND

SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY

WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE.

PowerBoss disclaims and makes no

guaranty or warranty, express or im-

plied, as to the accuracy or complete-

ness of any information published

herein, and disclaims and makes no

warranty that the information in this in-

struction manual will fulfill any parties'

particular purposes or needs. While

PowerBoss believes that the informa-

tion in this manual is accurate, in the

event that technical or typographical er-

rors exist in this manual, PowerBoss re-

serves the right to make changes to

subsequent editions of this manual

without prior notice to the recipients of

this edition. The reader should notify

PowerBoss if any errors in this manual

are suspected. PowerBoss does not

undertake to guarantee the perfor-

mance of any individual manufacturer

or seller's products or services by virtue

of this instruction manual.

In publishing and making this manual

available, PowerBoss is not undertak-

ing to render professional or other ser-

vices for or on behalf of any person or

entity, nor is PowerBoss undertaking to

perform any duty owed by any person

or entity to someone else. Anyone us-

ing this manual should rely on his or her

own independent judgment or, as ap-

propriate, seek the advise of a compe-

tent professional in determining the

exercise of reasonable care in any giv-

en circumstances.

Valid as of: September 2010

PowerBoss Inc.

175 Anderson Street

Aberdeen, NC 28315

U.S.A.

Introduction

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Notes on warranty

The terms of the sales contract apply in

regard to any product warranties. Pow-

erBoss expressly disclaims all other

warranties, either express or implied, of

any kind. It should be noted, however,

that failure to maintain and service your

Admiral in accordance with its proper

use may void the warranty. In this re-

gard, any maintenance work must be

performed by an authorized PowerBoss

service representative and confirmed in

the "Maintenance Certificate" - the war-

ranty document. By way of example,

the following items are excluded from

the Admiral warranty: fuses; normal

wear and tear; improper machine han-

dling; damages caused by overloads;

unauthorized machine modifications;

non-compliance with maintenance in-

structions or specifications; or improp-

erly fitting parts or accessories.

Acceptance of the machine

Upon arrival, check machine for possi-

ble damages in transit. Follow unpack-

ing instructions on shipping pallet. Each

unit has been tested and throughly in-

spected before shipment. Any damage

is the responsibility of the delivery carri-

er who should be notified immediately.

PowerBoss Inc.

175 Anderson Street

Aberdeen, NC 28315

U.S.A.

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The Admiral 28/32

This machine was designed with total opera-

tor comfort and ease of use in mind. All ma-

chine components have been designed as a

total system to efficiently clean dirty floors.

The Admiral has four available scrub head

types and sizes to fit specific applications.

Please contact your PowerBoss representa-

tive for specific recommendations for the

correct scrub head type, size, and brush type

and chemical applications.

Before using the machine, always perform

the following steps to ensure proper machine

operation.

•Check under the machine for leaks.

•Check the rear and side squeegees for

wear and damage.

•Check the steering for proper operation.

•Check the solution and recovery tanks.

After using the machine, always perform the

following steps:

•Check the battery charge level. Charge bat-

teries if necessary. When charging batteries,

extra precaution is required:

Battery acid can cause burns.

When working on or around batteries, al-

ways wear protective clothing and safety

glasses.

Remove metal jewelry. Do not lay tools or

metal objects on top of the batteries.

Charging batteries generate explosive gas-

ses.

DO NOT CHARGE BATTERIES WHEN

OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS ARE

PRESENT. DO NOT SMOKE.

Make sure the charger is turned off before

disconnecting it from the batteries.

Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated ar-

ea.

Fluid levels should be checked before and

after charging and maintained at the proper

levels. If low, add water until the metal plates

are covered.

If the machine is not used for an extended

period of time, batteries should be kept fully

charged with a boost charge once a week.

•Check for wire, string, or twine wrapped

around the scrub brushes.

•Check the squeegees for wear and dam-

age.

•Check the rear squeegee suction hose and

off-aisle wand hose for obstructions.

•Empty and clean the debris box (cylindrical

systems only).

•Drain and clean the recovery tank.

•Check under the machine for leaks.

•Check the service records to determine

maintenance requirements.

WARNING!

•Be sure you understand the machine

controls and their functions.

•While on ramps or inclines, avoid sud-

den stops when tanks are filled.

•Avoid abrupt sharp turns. Slow down

driving speed when going downhill.

•Always drive up when cleaning ramps.

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Table of Contents

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Notes on Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Acceptance of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

The Admiral 28/32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Unpacking Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

1Machine Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.1 Machine Overview - Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

1.2 Machine Overview - Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

1.3 Operator Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

1.4 Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

1.5 Operation Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

1.6 Fault/Diagnostic Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

1.7 Steering Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1.8 Accelerator Pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1.9 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1.10 Directional Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1.11 Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1.12 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

1.13 Battery Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Battery Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

1.14 Scrub Decks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

1.15 Scrub Deck Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

1.16 Side Squeegees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

1.17 Rear Squeegee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

2 First Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2.1 Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2.2 Initial charging procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2.3 Before Putting into Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2.4 Start Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2.5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

2.6 Stop Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

2.7 After Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

2.8 Transporting the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

2.9 Tie-down points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

3 Maintenance and Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

3.1 PowerBoss System

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

3.2 Maintenance Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

3.3 Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

4 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

5 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operators must read and understand this manual before oper-

ating or maintaining this machine.

Do not operate this machine in flammable or explosive areas.

This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt and dust in an

indoor environment. PowerBoss does not recommend using this

machine in any other capacity.

The following information below may cause a potential hazard to the

operator and equipment. Read this manual carefully and be aware

when these conditions can exist. Take necessary steps to locate all

safety devices on the machine and train the personnel operating the

machine. Report any machine damage or faulty operation immedi-

ately. Do not use machine if it is not in proper operating condi-

tion.

FOR SAFETY DURING OPERATION

Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts while machine is in oper-

ation.

Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly. All

covers, doors and latches must be closed and fastened before use.

During operation, attention should be paid to other persons in the

work area and especially if small children are present.

Electric motors and components can cause an explosion when oper-

ated near explosive materials or vapor. Do not operate this machine

near flammable materials such as solvents, thinners, fuels, grain

dust, etc.

Store or park this machine on a level surface only, with the key

switch in the off position. To prevent unauthorized use, machine

should be stored or parked with the key removed.

This machine is designed for level operation only. Do not operate

on ramps or inclines.

This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardous dusts.

Use caution when moving this machine into areas that are below

freezing temperatures. Any water in the tanks or hoses can cause

damage to the machine.

FOR SAFETY WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING MACHINE

Stop on level surface and turn off machine.

Disconnect the power to the machine by pressing the Red Emer-

gency Disconnect Button when charging batteries or during installa-

tion or removal of brushes.

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Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, or sleeves

when working on machine.

Avoid contact with battery acid. Battery acid can cause burns. When

working on or around batteries, wear protective clothing and safety

glasses. Remove metal jewelry.

Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of batteries.

Charging batteries generates explosive gasses. Do not charge bat-

teries when open flames or sparks are present. Do not smoke.

Make sure the charger is turned off before disconnecting it from the

machine. Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area with the bat-

tery cover removed completely.

Do not clean machine with a pressure washer.

Authorized personnel must perform repairs and maintenance. Use

PowerBoss supplied replacement parts.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully unpack and inspect your Admiral Scrubber for shipping

damage. Follow unpacking instructions on shipping pallet. Each unit

has been tested and thoroughly inspected before shipment. Any

damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should be

notified immediately.

This machine is battery operated and designed to operate on 36

Volts DC (6) 6-volt batteries.

The recommended batteries are rated 235Ah (PowerBoss P.N.

956740).

We do not recommend mixing Amp Hour capacities. Any alternate

battery sets can be used if they are of equal physical size and

capacity.

Read this manual carefully before operating this machine.

The operator is responsible for taking care of the daily maintenance

and check ups of the machine to keep it in good working condition.

The operator must inform the service mechanic or supervisor when

scheduled maintenance is required as stated in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual.

Before starting, familiarize yourself with the machine and its controls

(see “Machine Overview, Front”, “Machine Overview, Rear”, “Opera-

tor Compartment”, & “Control Console” diagrams).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Machine Overview

1 Machine Overview

1.1 Machine Overview - Front

1 Front Drive Wheel

2 Side Squeegee

3 Accelerator Pedal

4 Steering Tilt Lever

5 Steering Wheel

6 Operator’s Seat

7 Recovery Tank Lid

8 Recovery Tank

9 Control Console

10Directional Switch

11 Recovery Tank Safety Latch

12Battery Compartment

13Solution Tank

14Electrical Panel

15Rear Squeegee

16Rear Wheel

17Scrubdeck

18Roller Bumper

Fig.1 12

6

3

10

4

579

8

12

11

13

14

16 15

17

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1.2 Machine Overview - Rear

19Rear Squeegee

20Rear Wheel

21Side Squeegee

22Accelerator Pedal

23Solution Tank

24Steering Tilt Lever

25Steering Wheel

26Recovery Tank Lid

27Vacuum Filter Access

28Vacuum Inlet Assembly

29Recovery Tank

30Battery Compartment

31Clean-Out Cap

32Recovery Drain Hose

33Recovery Vacuum Hose

34Scrubdeck

Fig.2 19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

29

33

31

32

30

34

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1.3 Operator Compartment

A Operator’s Seat

B Solution Tank Lid

C Cup Holder

D Solution tank

E Accelerator Pedal

F Steering Wheel

G Directional Switch

H Control Panel

I Recovery Tank Safety Latch

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1.4 Control Console

For operator ergonomics, the control

console houses all the primary function

controls in a central area. The key

switch and optional headlight and off-

aisle wand switches are clustered in

the back portion of the console. The

directional switch (forward/reverse) is

located at the front of the console for

easy fingertip operation. The horn but-

ton, function selectors, and battery

gauge are located in the central part of

the console.

Key Switch (A) - S2

Controls the machine’s power (ON/

OFF) with a key for safety. All opera-

tional settings are retained even when

the power is turned off and on. This

also serves as a reset switch when

errors or faults occur.

Off Aisle Wand Switch (OPTIONAL)

(B) - S7 (281900 OPTION)

ON/OFF control for the water supply to

the wand and vacuum motor for the

optional Off-Aisle Wand.

Headlight Switch (OPTIONAL) (C) -

S10 (281990 OPTOION)

ON/OFF control for the optional head-

lights.

Battery Gauge (D) - BD1

Displays the level of charge remaining

in the machine’s batteries. The gauge

consists of 10 LEDs. (3 Green, 4

Amber, 3 Red) If the battery life is low,

the battery gauge bar icon will be flash-

ing to inform the operator that the

machine is almost out of power. Once

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this signal is displayed, all functions will shut off, including

transport mode. The operator must then turn the key switch

OFF and then ON to reset the machine. The machine will

then have only a few minutes left of reserve power to briefly

use Vacuum Only mode to pick up any remaining solution on

the floor and Transport mode to return to the charging sta-

tion. This gauge will also display a fault code if the system

has an error. This code is represented by a specific number

of flashing LEDs. See Fault/Diagnostic Codes for specific

code information.

Solution Control Knob (E) - R2

Adjusts the amount of solution being dispensed to the floor

while in one of the scrub modes. Turn the knob clockwise to

increase the amount of solution being dispensed. The

amount of solution applied is variable to a maximum of 1

GPM.

Mode Selector Knob (F) - S4

This knob is used to select the desired operation mode of the

machine. See Operation Modes for information about each

mode.

Horn Button (G) - S3

Depressing this button will activate the machine’s horn.

Directional Switch (H) - S6

Pressing switch to the down position will set the machine to

move forward. Pressing it to the up position sets the machine

to move in reverse.

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1.5 Operation Modes

1. Regular Scrub Mode

When the machine is running in this mode, the machine will perform

all operations. This mode can be used for day-to-day tasks under nor-

mal conditions. When the operator sets the directional switch to for-

ward and activates the accelerator pedal, the solution pump will turn

on, the brushes will turn on and be lowered to the floor, as well as the

rear squeegee. While operating in this mode, the solution will be dis-

persed into the brushes, which will scrub the floor allowing the chem-

ical in the solution to break down the dirt on the floor. As the machine

continues to move forward, the rear squeegee and vacuum system

will recover the dirt and dispensed solution. If the operator stops mov-

ing, the machine will automatically raise the scrub deck and turn off

the brushes. If the directional switch is changed to reverse the ma-

chine will continue to operate normally, only the rear squeegee will

raise up.

2. Heavy Scrub Mode

This mode is similar to Regular Scrub. The machine will continue to

operate the same was as if it was in Regular Scrub Mode, only this

mode applies more solution and brush pressure is increased. This

mode is used for high traffic areas and areas that have been heavily

soiled, but do not require time for the solution to soak.

3. Double Scrub Mode

When the machine is running in this mode, the machine will perform

all operations except dirty solution recovery. This mode can be used

if the floor is heavily soiled and the chemical will need additional time

to emulsify grease and oils that are on the floor. When the operator

sets the directional switch to either the forward or reverse position

and activates the accelerator pedal, the solution pump will turn on,

the brushes will turn on and be lowered to the floor. While operating

in this mode, the solution will be dispersed into the brushes, which will

scrub the floor allowing the chemical in the solution to break down the

dirt on the floor. As the machine continues to move forward or back,

the rear squeegee and vacuum system are not on, which allows the

solution to stay on the floor emulsifying the grease and oil. If the op-

erator stops moving in either direction, the machine will automatically

raise the scrub deck and turn off the brushes. After double scrubbing,

the operator should use the vacuum only mode to recover the dirty

solution water from the floor.

4. Vacuum Only Mode

When the machine is running in this mode, the machine will only low-

er the rear squeegee and turn on the vacuum system to recover the

dirty solution from the floor. This mode is usually chosen after double

scrubbing to recover the dirty solution but it can also be used to pick

up spills. When the operator sets the directional switch to forward, the

rear squeegee will be lowered to the floor as the vacuum turns on,

pulling the dirty solution water from the rear squeegee into the recov-

ery tank. If the operator stops moving forward and sets the directional

switch to reverse, the rear squeegee will retract (protecting it from

damage) and the vacuum motor will turn off after a few seconds. If the

operator quits moving in either direction, the machine will automati-

cally raise the squeegee and turn off the vacuum motor after a few

seconds.

5. Transport Mode

When the machine is set in this mode, none of the cleaning functions

of the machine will operate. This mode is only used to transport the

machine from one location to another at a faster rate of speed.

6. Solution Control Knob

This control will adjust the amount of solution that is being dispersed

to the floor while in one of the scrub modes. Adjust the control clock-

wise to increase the amount of solution being dispersed. The amount

of solution applied is variable to a maximum of 1 GPM.

7. Battery Gauge

This gauge displays the level of charge remaining in the machine’s

batteries. The gauge consists of 10 LEDs. (3 Green, 4 Amber, 3 Red)

If the battery life is low, the battery gauge bar icon will be flashing to

inform the operator that the machine is almost out of power. Once this

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signal is displayed, all functions will shut off, including transport

mode. The operator must then turn the key switch OFF and then ON

to reset the machine. The machine will then have only a few minutes

left of reserve power to briefly use Vacuum Only mode to pick up any

remaining solution on the floor and Transport mode to return to the

charging station. This gauge will also display a fault code if the sys-

tem has an error. This code is represented by a specific number of

flashing LEDs. See Fault/Diagnostic Codes for specific code informa-

tion.

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1.6 Fault/Diagnostic Codes

When an error or fault occurs within the machine, a fault code will ap-

pear on the battery gauge represented by a specific number of flash-

ing LEDs. The figure below shows a listing of the different codes.

Low Battery Indicator

If the battery life is low, the battery gauge bar icon will be flashing to

inform the operator that the machine is almost out of power. Once this

signal is displayed, all functions will shut off, including transport

mode. The operator must then turn the key switch OFF and then ON

to reset the machine. The machine will then have only a few minutes

left of reserve power to briefly use Vacuum Only mode to pick up any

remaining solution on the floor and Transport mode to return to the

charging station.

Power Save Mode

The Admiral is equipped with a power save feature to conserve bat-

tery power. If the key switch power is left ON and none of the controls

are activated for a period of fifteen minutes, the Admiral automatically

goes into “power down mode” and turns OFF the power to conserve

your batteries in case the operator forgets to turn the key switch off or

leaves the machine unattended.

Empty Solution Tank Indicator

Once the solution tank has become empty, the battery gauge will

blink a solid 9 LEDs at a constant interval to alert the operator that the

solution tank needs to be filled.

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