The ERIClean E100 is a portable, battery-operated scrubber designed for cleaning hard floor surfaces. Its compact design allows for efficient cleaning in tight spaces, close to edges, and under obstacles, thereby reducing the need for manual scrubbing. The E100 utilizes two counter-rotating brushes to deliver a deep scrub, resulting in a thorough clean. A key benefit of this machine is its ability to significantly reduce water and chemical consumption, contributing to a more environmentally friendly cleaning process and minimizing the risk of slippery floors.
Function Description
The E100 is specifically engineered for scrubbing hard floor surfaces. It can be used with any type of water-based scrubbing detergent. The machine's core functionality revolves around its dual brush system for scrubbing and a vacuum system for water recovery, ensuring floors are left dry. The E100 operates on a 36V battery, providing cordless operation.
The main body of the E100 houses the vacuum motor, two brush motors, a cleaning solution tank, a recovery tank, the handle, and a control panel. The control panel features three functional buttons and a power display window, allowing operators to manage various cleaning modes. The scrub deck, which is the lower part of the machine, contains the brushes and the squeegee assembly.
The E100 offers multiple operational modes to suit different cleaning needs:
- Mode 1: Vacuum only – Engages only the vacuum function. The E100 does not move forward automatically in this mode.
- Mode 2: Brush only – Activates only the brushes. The E100 moves forward automatically in this mode.
- Mode 3: Water/cleaning solution only – Dispenses water or cleaning solution. The E100 does not move forward automatically in this mode.
- Mode 4: Vacuum + Brush – Combines vacuuming and brushing.
- Mode 5: Vacuum + Water/cleaning Solution – Combines vacuuming and dispensing cleaning solution.
- Mode 6: Brush + Water/cleaning Solution – Combines brushing and dispensing cleaning solution. The E100 does not move forward automatically in this mode.
- Mode 7: Brush + Water/cleaning Solution + Vacuum – This comprehensive mode engages brushes, dispenses water/cleaning solution, and vacuums simultaneously. The E100 moves forward automatically, performing a complete cleaning cycle. Pressing the Water Pump button twice in this mode increases the solution flow.
To stop cleaning, the operator first presses the Water Pump button to stop water release, then the Brush button to stop the brushes (continuing to move the E100 forward for 15-30 feet to ensure thorough drying), and finally the Vacuum button to stop the vacuum. The main On/Off button powers off the E100. For best results, it is recommended to turn off the Water Pump first and continue moving the E100 to clear any remaining dust or water.
Usage Features
The E100 is designed for ease of use and maneuverability.
- Handle and Control Panel: The top handle features a power switch (ON/OFF), water pump on/off button, battery indicator, vacuum on/off button, brush on/off button, and speed adjustment buttons for both increasing ("+") and decreasing ("-") brush speed. This intuitive layout allows for easy control of the machine's functions.
- Portability and Storage: The E100 can be folded into a "park position," an upright vertical stance ideal for storage and maintenance. For transport between locations, the E100 should be in park position and carried with two hands, one on the handle and one lifting the scrub deck. The transport wheels are not designed for rolling over dirty surfaces, so lifting is recommended when moving between buildings.
- Battery Management: The E100 is battery-operated, and the battery pack must be fully charged before use. The battery indicator on the control panel displays the remaining power, and it is not recommended to use the battery when charged below 40%. The battery pack should be charged monthly.
- Solution and Recovery Tanks: The machine has a dedicated solution tank for cleaning fluid and a recovery tank for collecting dirty water. These tanks are designed for easy filling, emptying, and cleaning. Integrated magnets hold the fluid tanks in place.
- Safety Guidelines: Operators are advised to sweep the floor before scrubbing to remove objects that could be propelled by the brushes. Brush condition should be checked before each use, and brushes should only be changed when the machine is off and in park position. The E100 must always be kept in an upright position when cleaning fluid or batteries are inserted. Operators should avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could tangle in rotating parts. It is crucial to mark the job site with a wet floor marker if the vacuum function is not used, as the E100 is designed to leave a dry floor. The machine should always be parked on a level, hard surface.
- Non-intended Use Warnings: The manual explicitly states several non-intended uses that can void the warranty and pose safety risks, such as operating near flammable materials, using flammable or poisonous liquids, using water exceeding 113°F/45°C, using cleaning solutions with extreme pH levels (below 3 or above 11), outdoor use, operating over electrical floor outlets, carrying passengers, using as a stepladder, or storing outdoors. Only manufacturer-supplied parts should be used for maintenance. The E100 is a professional cleaning machine intended for trained adults only.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the E100's performance and longevity.
- Daily Checks: Before operation, operators should check the brushes and squeegee for wear and tear, and verify the battery level.
- Tank Cleaning: After each use, the solution and recovery tanks must be emptied and thoroughly cleaned. This involves partially filling the tanks with fresh water and tilting them repeatedly to rinse out dirt and debris. Slightly opening the tank caps allows them to dry before storage.
- Brush Maintenance: Brushes should be checked for cleanliness and integrity. They can be cleaned under fresh water or replaced if necessary. A yellow wear indicator helps determine when brushes need replacement (when the indicator is at the same height as the bristles). Brush replacement is straightforward: with the E100 in park position, the magnetically attached brushes can be pulled out, motor disks inspected, and the scrub deck cleaned before installing new brushes.
- Squeegee Maintenance: The squeegee blades wear out over time and should be replaced when the floor is no longer being dried properly. Detaching the squeegee involves removing two hexagonal screws with a supplied hex wrench, pulling out the squeegee, and twisting off the vacuum hose. The squeegee blade itself can be flipped or replaced by unscrewing eight plastic nuts on the back plate. Special arrow-shaped squeegee blades cannot be flipped and must be replaced entirely. Reattaching the squeegee involves inserting the hose connector, twisting it for a firm fit, aligning pins on the scrub deck with holes on the squeegee, and screwing it in place.
- Vacuum Hose Replacement: The vacuum hose can be replaced by detaching the squeegee, removing the solution tank to access the hose connection at the handle, twisting the connector counterclockwise, pulling out the old hose, guiding in the new hose, and twisting the connector clockwise to secure it.
- General Cleaning: The exterior of the E100 should be cleaned weekly with a non-abrasive, non-solvent cleaner or a damp cloth. The scrub deck should be cleaned after removing the brushes.
- Storage: The E100 should be stored in an upright (park) position, in a place where it will not be disturbed or damaged, ideally close to a wall with the handle pointing towards it and brushes facing away.
- Disposal: At the end of its lifespan, the E100 must be disposed of responsibly according to local laws and regulations for electrical equipment recycling. This includes flushing the machine properly and removing the battery pack for separate disposal. Loose components like brushes, tanks, and squeegee should also be removed and disposed of according to local regulations.
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