The Basics Equipment Maintenance and Safety

Take Care of Your Equipment and It Will Take Care of You!

Makes the job easier for the operator Cleaner facility in less time

Protect Your Investment

Routine maintenance decreases downtime Increases safety for employees and customers Clean floors = Cleaner environment Motivates employees

Equipment Maintenance Profitability

Single motor upright vacuum (example)

Life Expectancy =1-2 Years

Broken Belts 1 per week $52.00Broken Vac Fans 3 per year $37.50Beater Bars 2 per year $30.00External Bag 1 per year $28.00Total $147.50

Data obtained from end user interviews

Equipment Maintenance Profitability

Single motor upright vacuum (example)

With 50% better use and care

Life Expectance = 2-4 Years

Broken Belts 2 per month $24.00Broken Vac Fans 1.5 per year $18.25Beater Bars 2 per year $30.00External Bag 1 per year $28.00Total $100.25

Life Expectancy increases 1 yearMachine maintenance cost go down 32%

Vacuuming is the foundation of a good carpet care program.

A properly maintained vacuum results

in better looking carpet, less dusting,

and happy customers.

Maintenance Tips: Vacuums

Daily Check bag/clean tank Check for clogs and blockages Check brush for wear-no lint

or strings attached Inspect cord for cuts and frays Check ground wire Wipe down with damp cloth

Vacuums

Weekly/Monthly Check and clean/replace filters Check hoses for cracks and holes Check cords and handles for damage Inspect and clean vacuum shoe Check belts and bearings Check all gaskets for wear and leakage

Don’t keep your customers waiting!

Make quick work of carpet cleaning by regularly

maintaining your extractor.

Maintenance Tips: Extractors

Daily Inspect cord for cuts and frays Check recovery dome and tank for

proper seal Check brush for wear-no lint or strings

attached Check vacuum shoe for blockages Check hoses for wear, damage, blockages Wipe down with a damp cloth

Extractors

After every use Run one gallon of water through the

system Run vacuum motor at least one minute Clean solution and recovery tanks Place brush in storage position Store with dome off

Extractors

Weekly/Monthly Clean bearings and belt Check gaskets Check and clean spray jets for

proper spray pattern Inspect vacuum shoe for damage and clean Check overall machine

A Little Goes a Long Way….

Spending a few minutes to properly maintain floor

machines and burnishers saves you money and time.

Maintenance Tips: Electric Powered Floor Machines & Burnishers

Daily Inspect cord for cuts and frays Check pad, pad driver, and/or brush Wipe down machine with damp cloth,

remember the wheels! Store with pad off

Electric PoweredFloor Machines & Burnishers

Weekly/Monthly Check overall performance

Keep it Simple

Get your floors swept clean and safe in record time

by maintaining your sweepers.

Maintenance Tips: Sweepers

Daily Check for empty debris bin Check filters-shake often Check for clogs and blockages at the

large debris door Check brush for wear-no lint or strings

attached Inspect and clean brushes Inspect cable and handle Clean with damp cloth after each use

Sweepers

Weekly/Monthly Check batteries, add water if

necessary after full charge Check battery connectors Clean battery compartment Check belt wear and tension Check and clean wheels Inspect and clean filters

Battery Powered Equipment

Autoscrubbers Burnishers Sweepers Rider Equipment

Maintenance Tips: Battery-Powered Equipment

Daily Check battery connection and check for full charge Check pads, pad drivers, and/or brushes Check squeegee for proper installation and cleanliness Check for clean wheels

Battery-Powered Equipment

After every use Run one gallon of water through the system Run vacuum motor at least one minute Clean solution and recovery tanks Thoroughly clean scrub deck and wipe off machine Remove squeegee and clean

Battery-Powered Equipment

Weekly/Monthly Check batteries for corrosion, leakage, and evidence of

overheating Check battery water level and add water after full

charge (If plates are exposed add enough water to cover plates and then charge)

Clean and lube all grease points and chain Check gaskets Check squeegee assembly and scrub splash skirt Inspect and clean grounding chain Check overall performance

Propane Equipment

After every use ( before storing) Disconnect LPG (check with local fire marshal first) Clean with damp cloth

Maintenance Tips: Propane Equipment

Daily Check oil level Check all filters (air, cooling, and oil) Check LPG hose and connection

Propane Equipment

Weekly/Monthly Check belt tension Check for loose nuts and bolts After first 5 hours of operation, change oil and filters;

thereafter, every 25 hours

Professional Tips: Electrical Safety

Ground plugs Extension cords Color, safety yellow for high visibility Never tape a damaged cord. REPLACE IT Use separate circuits Use dry vacuums for dry vacuuming only

Professional Tips: Wet Floors

Reduce slip and fall accidents by

barricading areas with wet floors Use safe cords Use blowers

Professional Tips: Battery Maintenance

Wear safety glasses and gloves Store batteries in a well ventilated room Only add water after full charge (If plates are exposed add

enough water to cover plates and then charge) Store chargers on shelves off of the floor Contact dealer for proper battery disposal

Professional Tips: Rider Equipment

Daily Check brakes Check steering assembly

Weekly/Monthly Grease wheels/casters Check belts and chains

Quarterly Have an authorized service center perform inspections

Professional Tips: Propane Equipment

Never overfill LPG tank Always use professional LPG tank fillers Store LPG tank safely and check local fire ordinance

requirements

Properly maintained equipment...

Increases safety Protects your investment Keeps employees and customers happy

The Basics Equipment Maintenance and Safety