How To Choose the Right Floor Sweeper and Frequently Asked Questions

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Phone: 1-866-343-6990
Email: info@archive.amlequipment.ca

Below is our FAQ for Floor Sweepers.

FILTER SHAKER DOES NOT WORK.

  •  Filter shaker switch not pressed .
  •  Filter shaker motor faulty.
  •  Motor is damaged, contact the assistance.

Side brush does not work.

  •  Damaged belt.
  •  Side brush is missing or damaged.
  •  Side brush is not in contact with floor.

THE MACHINE RAISES DUST.

  •  Main filter is missing or damaged.
  •  Side flaps damaged, waste bin full.
  •  Do not use side brush indoor.

[WALK-BEHIND VERSION] MACHINE IS NOT MOVING EASILY.

  •  Check if traction belt is undamaged.
  •  Check if the wheels are not blocked.
  •  Check if wheels are free from plastic cords.

[RIDE ON VERSION] DRIVE MOTOR DOES NOT WORK.

  •  Pedal not pressed, micro-switch under seat not pressed.
  •  Accelerator potentiometer malfunction.
  •  Traction motor is too hot, let it cool down 45 min.

THE MACHINE LEAVES DIRT ON THE GROUND.

  •  The main brush is not adjusted correctly or is worn.
  •  The main brush has collected string or wire.
  •  The flaps are damaged. Debris bin full.

[WALK-BEHIND VERSION] MACHINE RUN TIME IS LOW.

  •  Check if brush motor is rotating without obstructions.
  •  Check if the battery/ies are performing properly, check the liquid level inside.
  •  Adjust and reduce main brush pressure.

[RIDE ON VERSION] THE TRANSPORT SPEED CAN NOT BE ADJUSTED GRADUALLY.

  •  Speed potentiometer is damaged or not adjusted properly.
  •  Traction pedal does not return to neutral position, contact the assistance.
  • Seat switch is not activated evenly.

 

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Phone: 1-866-343-6990
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Written By: AML Staff