OPERATORS MANUAL ASTRO 17” & 20” DUAL
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1. STUD CLAMP RIVET 5 16 X 1 25 LONG RD HEAD PUSH NUT 5 16 CAM HANDLELOCK LABEL SWITCHBOX COVER ASMEBLY SWITCHBOX LOCKWASHER 10 EXT TOOTH SCREW 10 24 X 0 50 PAN HEAD LABEL WARNING SWITCH SAFETY HANDLE GRIP BLACK SPRING CLAMP STRAIN RELIEF POWER CORD NUT STRAIN RELIEF SPRING TRIGGER TRIGGER HANDLE WELDMENT NUT 3 8 16 CORD HOOK BODY SCREW 3 8 16 X 2 0 SOCKET CAP IN HANDLE CORD 14 4 GROMMET HANDLE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE CAM LOCK ASEMBLY NUT WIRE POWER CORD 14 3 ST X 50 CLAMP POWER CORD SCREW 10 24 X 0 50 COTTER PIN LOCKWASHER 10 EXT TOOTH STRAIN RELIEF POWER CORD NUT STRAIN RELIEF 9 ur lt 4 26 10 THE AML LIMITED WARRANTY Your AML equipment which has been manufactured tested and inspected in accordance with carefully specified engineering requirements is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship This Limited Warranty is however subject to the following qualifications conditions and limitations which are set forth to provide you and all users of the AML equipment with information concerning the duration extent availability and applicability of the AML Limited Warranty the procedure to be taken to obtain its performance and the other information concerning the AML Limited Warranty policy The AML Limited Warranty is extended to the original end user as follows Machines 3 year parts replacement and 1 year service labor warranty Replacement part2. a ag ary lb OPERATORS MANUAL ASTRO 17 amp 20 DUAL SPEED FLOOR MACHINES HP1517 2S amp HP1520 2S SERVICE INFORMATION To obtain consistent performance over the life of your AML equipment read through these instructions and save them for future reference If you require service contact the dealer from which the machine was purchased or an authorized service station Always refer to your Limited Warranty for complete service information AML EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY LTD SERIAL NO MODEL VOLTS PHASE I The model type and serial number are indicated on the data plate on the side of the handle For prompt and complete service refer to these numbers when inquiring about service Write the model and serial number of your unit in the space provided Refer to the data plate on unit MODEL SERIAL Retain this owner s manual for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS FLOOR FINISHING MACHINE WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR BE FATAL PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE AND OPERATION OF THE AML FLOOR FINISHING MACHINES Your floor machine is equipped with a safety switch lock and power switch triggers designed for your safety Do not attempt to bypass or defeat th
3. other than those designated as authorized to perform such work without first having obtained factory instructions AML EQUIPMENT at its sole option may determine that this warranty will not apply and that reimbursement for such repair will not be made because of the failure to comply with such factory specified instructions PROCEDURE TO BE TAKEN TO OBTAIN PERFORMANCE OF LIMITED WARRANTY REPAIR To secure repair of the equipment or any warranted parts under this Limited Warranty the following procedure should be taken The inoperative equipment or warranted parts together with satisfactory evidence of the purchase date must be delivered with shipping and delivery charges prepaid to one of the following 1 The dealer from whom purchased 2 Any AML distributor s service department in Canada 3 Any AML authorized service station in Canada If you are unable to locate any of the foregoing you may write or otherwise communicate with AML EQUIPMENT before repair service is performed by anyone else In such event AML EQUIPMENT will provide either the location of a closely available AML distributor service department or AML authorized service station or other factory instructions Upon compliance with the above procedure all warranted defects will be repaired at no additional charge or costs to the customer and the repaired product returned to the customer with model type and serial number as shown on the data plate of equipment REPLACEMEN
4. you want to perform AML Accessories are available from the dealer from whom the floor machine was purchased When ordering brushes or drive blocks refer to the following chart and specify correct brush or block diameter when ordering Clutch plate P N NP9200 is common to all model HP AML floor machines BRUSH AND PAD DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before installing a brush or pad driver To install a brush or pad driver leave the handle in the upright position and tip the machine backwards so it rests on its wheels and upper handle section The brush and pad driver both attach in the same manner align the cut outs on the inner ring of the brush or pad driver with the tabs on the inside of the ring of the drive hub Push the brush or pad driver with the tabs on the inside of the ring of the drive hub Push the brush or pad driver firmly in position then turn it counter clockwise until it locks into place To remove turn the brush or pad driver clockwise until it stops then lift it off NOTE Always remove the brush or pad driver when the machine is not us use NOTE Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet before installing or removing brush pad or pad driver HANDLE ADJUSTMENT The handle can be adjusted to any desire work position by simply pushing up on the handle lock Move the handle to the desired position then firmly push down on the handle lock which w
5. T In the event of a defect malfunction or failure of your AML equipment or any warranted part to conform with this warranty AML may at its sole option and own expense replace the equipment or any warranted part with another new identical or reasonable equivalent model or part in lieu of repairing the defect NO REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE AML will not as a matter of its Limited Warranty policy refund the customer s purchase price LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD FOR YOUR AML EQUIPMENT AND REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Your AML distributor from whom you purchased your equipment is responsible for the registration of your Limited Warranty with the factory Any information or questions you may have concerning your AML equipment for this Limited Warranty may likewise be secured from the factory This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province AML EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY LTD 866 343 6990
6. ace ASTRO DUAL SPEED FLOOR MACHINE PARTS LIST ITEM PART OONDOOARWND gt H0002 LO001 C0010 1 H0003 S0016 E0005 H0005 W0001P MO006P DESCRIPTION SCREW 10 24 X 1 00 10 24 X 0 5 ASTRO LABEL COVER DRIP MOTOR SPACER DRIP COVER COVER MOTOR SCREEN MOTOR GEARBOX UNIT ASSEMBLY 115 60 1 5 HP LOCKWASHER 5 16 ID EXT TOOTH FRAME FLOOR MACHINE SHAFT HANDLE 9 lt 4 26 10 ITEM PART 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 H0006 M0005P H0007 M0004 C0004 H0008 H0009 S0003P S0004P H0010 H0011 C0001 Co002 H0012 E0006 E0007 H0013 H0014 S0006P S0005P H0015 H0057 C0006P H0001P H0016 H0017 H0018 H0019 M0001P L0002 W0003P H0020 H0040 LO005 C0003 C0007 H0049 H0021 H0022 H0023 S0008P Wwo0002P H0024 C0008P H0025 E0012 H0028 E0010 HP0003 H0027 E0003 H0047 H0040 H0031 H0020 H0050 H0022 DESCRIPTION COTTER PIN SHAFT AXLE SPRING WASHER SPACER FRAME BRUSH COVER WHEEL 5 DIA STEEL WASHER 33 64 X 7 8 PUSH NUT 0 50 BRUSH COVER 17 BRUSH COVER 20 LOCKWASHER 5 16 ID SCREW 5 16 X 2 0 SOC HD BUMPER 17 BLACK BUMPER 20 BLACK ROLL PIN SWITCH HI LOW SWITCH ON OFF INSULATION SWITCH SPRING CONNECTING LEG LEFT CONNECTING LEG RIGHT NUT 3 8 16 HEX NYLOC STANDARD NUT 3 8 16 HEX NYLOC THIN CLAMP HANDLE LOCK WASHER HARDENED SLOTTED WASHER 3 8
7. combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where explosive vapor or dust may be present Store your floor machine indoors in a cool dry area Keep your work area well lighted Warning To avoid electrical shock use indoors only GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING DO NOT USE GROUNDING ADAPTERS ON AML FLOOR MACHINES IN CANADA CHECK WITH CANADIAN CODES FOR PROPER EQUIPMENT USAGE IMPROPER USE OF GROUND ADAPTORS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY FIRE OR BE FATAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDED OUTLET GROUNDING PIN GND CSA MAR 97 OPERATION ACCESSORIES CHOOSING THE RIGHT BRUSH AND DRIVE BLOCK Your floor machine is packed completely assembled and ready for use after you install a brush or drive block Brushes and pads are not provided with the unit but are available at an additional cost See Optional Accessories Pg 10 Your AML floor machine is designed to be used for many different floor care applications Make sure you use the correct brush or pad for the type of job
8. e safety switch lock Never use any device to lock the power switch triggers in the ON position Do not leave the floor machine when plugged in Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing or changing the brushes or pads Do no allow the machine to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used near children Do not leave the machine connected to an electrical outlet unattended Use only as described in this manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not use with a damaged cord or plug If the machine is not working as it should has been dropped damaged or left outdoors return it to a service center before using Use care to keep the electrical supply cord from contacting the rotating brush or drive block Do not pull close a door on or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Connect to properly grounded 3 wire outlet only refer to Grounding Instructions Do not use extensions cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not handle the plug or floor machine with wet hands Wind the cord no tighter than is necessary to retain it during storage Refer to Cord Storage Use extra care when working near stairs Do not use in conjunction with flammable or
9. ill lock the handle in position CONTROLS ON OFF POWER SWITCH TRIGGERS The ON OFF switch is conveniently located in the form of dual triggers underneath the handle grips TO TURN THE MACHINE ON The operation handle must be lowered to the operation position before switching the machine ON Place both hands firmly on the handle grips with your fingers around the power triggers Do not apply pressure on the triggers before the safety switch lock is disengaged Push forward to disengage safety switch lock Disengage the safety switch lock by pushing it forward with on thumb Then while holding the safety switch lock in disengaged position squeeze the power riggers toward the handle grips and return your thumb to the handle grip To stop the machine simply release the triggers The safety switch lock will automatically return to the engaged position USING THE HP1520 2S FOR BUFFING The model HP1520 2S is a two speed floor machine designed for dual operation scrubbing or buffing A toggle switch on the left side of the switch box selects the output speed 175 RPM for scrubbing or 300 RPM for buffing Do not operate this floor machine for buffing in low speed it will not do an effective job and tends to overload the motor unnecessarily GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION Your floor machine is a very sensitive powerful unit When in operation it should be guided gradually and smoothly without sudden or rough motions You w
10. ill want to practice with your machine on a smooth surface first until you have experience in operating it For ease of operation always keep the brush or pad surface level balanced and flat on the floor at all times Always adjust the operation handle to a comfortable height at which the brush or pad surface is balanced before starting the machine see Handle Adjustment Your floor machine will operate differently on various surfaces For example there will be much more resistance when the machine is used with a brush on carpeted surfaces than when it is used with a pad on a smooth surface The operator should be prepared to adjust for these differences BEGIN OPERATION THE FLOOR MACHINE WITH THE BRUSH OR PAD SURFACE LEVEL BALANCED AND FLAT ON THE FLOOR To move the machine to the right slowly apply slight upward pressure on the handle To move the machine forward or backward keep brush or pad flat on the floor and push or pull machine in the desire direction DO NOT LET THE MACHINE REST ON THE PAD OR BRUSH FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME This may alter the shape of the pad or brush which may cause the machine to wobble CORD STORAGE When not in use loosely wind the power cord around the cord storage hook on the handle shaft and both of the handle grips as shown CLEAN UP AND STORAGE After being used your floor machine can be wiped clean with a soft damp cloth and should be stored in a clean dry pl
11. s guaranteed for 90 days from date of installation against defects in material and workmanship This Limited Warranty will not cover damage attribute to the following 1 Improper unreasonable or negligent use or abuse of the equipment 2 Use of equipment with hot water or high temperature above 130 degrees Fahrenheit Solution Tanks 3 Abrasions or punctures of the equipment The start date of the Limited Warranty coverage shall be the purchase date of the original end user or six months from the date the machine was shipped from the Factory whichever comes first PARTS OF AML EQUIPMENT NOT COVERED BY THE LIMITED WARRANTY Certain parts of AML equipment require replacement in the ordinary courts of use due to normal wear by reason of there characteristics Normal wear items such as cords switches bumpers carbon brushes handle grips bearings etc are excluded from the Limited Warranty EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS FROM THE LIMITED WARRANTY This equipment is required to be used on electric current as indicated on the data plate Otherwise damage defects malfunctions or other failure of the equipment arising from use on electric current not as indicated are accepted and excluded from this Limited Warranty Defects malfunctions failure or damage of the equipment caused by improper unreasonable or neglect use or abuse while in possession of the purchaser are likewise excluded from this warranty If repair is done on your equipment by anyone
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