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RootsScrub E4550 ES
The machine cleans the escalator steps in two methods, viz. Dry &
Wet. Follow the below instructions to clean the escalator steps in
its respective modes:
Before starting cleaning operation on the escalator kindly follow
the below points for safety:
Scrubbing Procedure
è Ensure that a safety sign “Cleaning in Progress” is placed on
the lower and upper levels of the escalator.
è Ensure that no one steps on the escalator during the cleaning
process.
è Ensure that the location of the emergency stop switch of the
escalator is known to the person operating the machine, in
case of an emergency.
è Ensure that the beacon lamp on the machine is in operating
condition.
è Ensure that only genuine brushes are used.
è Ensure the function of the parking brake of the machine.
è Ensure that the operator wears only tight fitting clothes.
The dry scrubbing procedure is used to initially
remove the dirt stuck on the escalator steps.
Dry Scrubbing:
= Brushes: Use only Silicone Carbide brushes for dry mode.
= Ensure that the fresh water tank is filled with clean water.
= Ensure that the dirty water tank is empty and clean.
= Clean the nozzle in the suction hose and ensure that water is
sprayed properly.
= After positioning the machine on the escalator, ensure that
the parking brake is engaged.
= Ensure that the motion of the escalator is directed towards
the machine.
= Connect the main power cord to a specified power outlet that
matches the current rating of the machine.
= Remove the debris tray. (For dry mode only)
= Switch On the escalator.
= Switch On the machine, the beacon lamp flashes.
= Set the switch to DRY mode in the control panel.
= The machine will start to dry scrub the escalator.
= In this dry mode the water will be sprayed inside the suction
hose assembly to liquify the solid debris.
= The onboard vacuum system will then suck the liquified debris
into the dirty water tank.
Continue cleaning till the escalator has completed two rounds for
better cleaning results.
The suction will switch off when the dirty water tank reaches its
maximum capacity or if the fresh water level gets empty.
Note:
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In this mode water will not be sprayed from the front nozzles.
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Also check the flow of water from the nozzle at the first start of
the day.
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Upon completing the dry operation, remove the brushes and
clean the bottom side of the brush head using the external
accessory supplied. Place the spill tray under the brush head
on doing so.
Dry mode
Sucon hose assembly
Useful tips for cleaning the escalator steps:
= Prior to wet cleaning mode, it is necessary to clean the
escalator first in the dry mode to remove solid dust or debris.
= If any special cleaning agents are used, follow the instructions
given by its manufacturer.
= Too much foam indicates excessive dosage of cleaning agent.
= Use only clean fresh water to maximize the cleaning solution’s
efficiency.
MACHINE OPERATION