Clarke Cleaning Equipment RA40

Turn on the machine by turning the ignition key to 'I'

Check that the detergent quantity indicator on the display has at least one segment lit

Press and hold buttons (44) and (45) simultaneously until screen appears on the display

Release buttons (44) and (45) and wait for the countdown timer to finish and the vacuum system to activate

Collect the detergent remaining on the floor

Drive the machine to the appointed recharging area

Ensure that the machine is off and the operator key is turned to 'O'

Lift the cover and check that the recovery tank is empty; if not, empty it using the drain hose

Grasp the handle and carefully lift the recovery tank assembly

Check the level of electrolyte inside the batteries (For WET CELL batteries only)

Top up the electrolyte if necessary, then close the caps and clean the tops of the batteries

Plug the battery charger cable into the electrical mains

Monitor the battery symbol for charging status

Drive the machine on a level floor

Ensure that the machine is off and the operator key is turned to 'O'

Squeegee Cleaning and Inspection

Remove the brush as shown in Use chapter

Clean the brush with water and detergent

Check the condition of the brush bristles

Are the brush bristles excessively worn?

Check the condition of the front and rear blades for cuts and tears

Check that the front corner of the rear blade is not worn

Turn or replace the rear blade if necessary

Turn or replace the front blade if necessary

Install the squeegee and screw down the handwheels

Lower the squeegee to the floor and check the height of the blades

Check that the lip of the front and rear blades are resting correctly

Use the knob to make adjustments if necessary