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Form No. 70430A 3/08 American-Lincoln® Printed in the U.S.A.

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CAUTION: Read the Operator's Manual before using the appliance.

This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read thisbook prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your American-Lincolnmachine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other propertycould occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If operator(s)cannot read this manual, have it explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.

Si Ud. o sus operadores no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antesde tratar el manejo o servicio de esta máquina.

All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.

For new books write to: American-Lincoln®, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.

Operator'sManual

ENCOREL25HD

American-Lincoln®

U.S. Patent No. 6,105,192; No. 6,557,207; No. 6,760,947

Page -2- American-Lincoln® Operator's Manual -Encore L25HD

Table of Contents

SECTION II - Parts and Service Manual

How to Correct Problems in the Machine ........................................................................................................ 26Encore L25HD Final Assembly Drawing ......................................................................................................... 28

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 29Recovery Tank Drawing ................................................................................................................................... 30

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 31Solution Tank Assembly Drawing .................................................................................................................... 32

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 33Rear Panel Assembly Drawing ........................................................................................................................ 34

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 35Control Panel Assembly Drawing .................................................................................................................... 36

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 37Squeegee Lift Assembly Drawing ................................................................................................................... 38

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 39Squeegee Assembly Drawing ......................................................................................................................... 40

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 41Frame Axle Assembly Drawing ........................................................................................................................ 42

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 43Brush Head Assembly Drawing ...................................................................................................................... 44

Parts List ............................................................................................................................................ 45Optional Brake Assembly Drawing and Parts List "L" Model .......................................................................... 46Gearbox Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..................................................................................................... 47Brush Motor Assembly Drawing and Parts List ............................................................................................... 48Transaxle Repair Parts .................................................................................................................................... 49Battery Charger (40512A / 40513A) Drawing and Parts List ........................................................................... 50Battery Charger (40512B / 40506B) Drawing and Parts List .......................................................................... 51Encore L25HD Connection Diagram ............................................................................................................... 52Encore L25HD Electrical Schematic ................................................................................................................ 54

Operator Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 3Introduction & Machine Specifications ............................................................................................................. 5Procedures for Transporting Machine ............................................................................................................. 6Symbols Used on Encore L25HD ................................................................................................................... 8Machine Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 10Machine Controls and Features ...................................................................................................................... 11How to Prepare the Machine for Operation ...................................................................................................... 12

How to Install the Batteries ................................................................................................................ 12Battery Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 13How to Charge the Batteries ............................................................................................................. 14How to Adjust Brush Cleaning Path .................................................................................................. 15How to Install a Brush or Pad Driver ................................................................................................. 15How to Remove a Brush or Pad Driver .............................................................................................. 16

How to Operate the Machine ............................................................................................................................ 16How to Operate the Squeegee .......................................................................................................... 16Filling the Solution Tank .................................................................................................................... 16Operating the Machine ....................................................................................................................... 17How to Clean a Dirty Floor ................................................................................................................. 18

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 19Procedures Before Work is Began .................................................................................................... 19Procedures to Perform at the End of Work ........................................................................................ 20Procedures to Perform Every Week ................................................................................................... 21Maintenance for the Squeegee .......................................................................................................... 22How to Adjust the Squeegee ............................................................................................................. 22How to Center or Off set Brushhead ................................................................................................. 23

Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................... 24

American-Lincoln® Operator's Manual -Encore L25HD Page -3-

OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA

DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result insevere bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGERstatements found in your Owner's Manual and on your machine.

WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could resultin injury to you or to other personnel; property damage couldoccur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found inyour Owner's Manual and on your machine.

CAUTION: Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result indamage to the machine or to other property. Read and observe allCAUTION statements found in our Owner's Manual and on yourmachine.

DANGER: Failure to read the Operator's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service ormaintenance procedure to your American-Lincoln machine could result in injury toyou or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occuras well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. Ifyou or your operator(s) cannot read English, have this manual explained fully beforeattempting to operate this machine.

DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injuryor property damage. Do not operate this machine unless it is completelyassembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation.

DANGER: Machines can cause an explosion when operated near flammable materials andvapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners,or other flammable materials. This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardousdust. Use only commercially available floor cleaning waxes intended for machineoperation.

DANGER: Lead acid batteries generate gases which can cause an explosion. Keep sparksand flames away from batteries. Do not smoke around the machine. Charge thebatteries only in an area with good ventilation. Make sure that the AC charger plugis unplugged from the wall receptacle before connecting or disconnecting the DCplug to or from the battery pack.

DANGER: Working with batteries can be dangerous! Always wear eye protection andprotective clothing when working near batteries. Remove all jewelry. Do not puttools or other metal objects across the battery terminals, or the tops of thebatteries.

DANGER: Using a charger with a damaged power cord could result in an electrocution. Donot use the charger if the power cord is damaged.

WARNING: Operating this machine from anywhere other than the back of the machine could result ininjury or damage. Operate this machine only from the rear.

WARNING: This machine is heavy. Get assistance before attempting to transport or move it. Usetwo able persons to move the machine on a ramp or incline. Always move slowly. Donot turn the machine on a ramp. Do not use on surfaces having a gradient exceeding thatmarked on the appliance. Read the "Procedures For Transporting" in this manual beforetransporting as machine might topple over if not secured.

WARNING: Machines can topple over and cause injury or damage if guided over the edges of stairs orloading docks. Stop and leave this machine only on a level surface. When you stop themachine, put all switches into their "OFF" position. Turn the key switch "OFF" andremove the key.


WARNING: Maintenance and repairs performed by unauthorized personnel could result in damage orinjury. Maintenance and repairs must be performed by authorized American-Lincolnpersonnel only.

WARNING: Any alterations or modifications of this machine could result in damage to the machine orinjury to the operator or other bystanders. Alterations or modifications not authorized bythe manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities.

WARNING: Electrical components of this machine can "short-out" if exposed to water or moisture.Keep the electrical components of the machine dry. Wipe the machine down after eachuse. This appliance is for dry use only and is not to be used or stored outdoors in wetconditions.

WARNING: Operating a machine without observing all labels and instructional information could resultin injury or damage. Read all machine labels before attempting to operate. Make sure allof the labels and instructional information are attached or fastened to the machine. Getreplacement labels and decals from your American-Lincoln distributor.

WARNING: Wet floor surfaces can be slippery. Water solutions or cleaning materials used with thistype of machine can leave wet areas on the floor surface. These areas can cause adangerous condition for the operator or other persons. Always put "Caution" signsaround/near the area you are cleaning.

WARNING: Improper discharge of waste water may damage the environment and be illegal.The United States Environmental Protection Agency has established certain regulationsregarding discharge of waste water. City, state and national regulations regarding thisdischarge may also be in effect in your area. Understand and follow the regulations inyour area. Be aware of the environment hazards of chemicals that you dispose.

WARNING: Only use the brushes provided with the appliance or those specified in the Operator'sManual. The use of other brushes may impair safety.

CAUTION: Use of this machine to move other objects or to climb on could result in injury or damage.Do not use this machine as a step or furniture. Do not ride on this machine.

CAUTION: Your machine warranty will be voided if anything other than genuine American-Lincolnparts are used on your machine. Always use American-Lincoln parts for replacement.

CAUTION: This machine contains lead acid batteries. The batteries must be disposed of in anenvironmentally acceptable manner.


SPECIFICATIONS:

Model Encore L25HDMachine Power Supply 24 Volt D.C.,

(4) 6V 250 AH Deep Cycle Batteries or(4) 6V 330 AH Deep Cycle Batteries

Pad or Brush Gimbal Style2 per machineTraverse 0.5 hp (0.4 kW) TransaxleTraverse Forward Speed Variable to 250 ft./min (76 m/min)Traverse Reverse Speed Variable to 190 ft./min. (58 m/min)Battery Protection Low VoltageMotor Vacuum 3/4 HP, 3 stage, Acoustical High Efficient TangentialSolution Tank 20 Gallons (76 liters)Solution Level Calibrated level indicator on rear of machineRecovery Tank 20 Gallons (76 liters)Recovery Full Indicator Electric Shut-OffParabolic Squeegee Swing type with breakaway feature, No tool operation feature

32 inches (81 cm) hard width with 34 inches (86 cm) flex blade width.Squeegee Operation Reverse direction on floor and 3 - position manual lever style operationCleaning Swath 25 inch (63.5 cm) adjustable headMotor, Brush 1 HP (0.74) 5.2:1 High Torque Gear BoxBrush / Pad Size (2) 13 inch (33 cm)Brush Speed 200 RPMBrush Pressure 0-155 lbs. / 0-70 kg.Brush Solution Retention Fiber BristlesDrive Wheels (2) 8 in. x 2 in. (20 cm x 5 cm) Neoprene treadCaster Dual 4 in. x 2 in. (10 cm x 5 cm)Charger 24 V D.C., 25 Amp, 115/60 or 24 V D.C., 25 Amp, 230/50Grade Cleaning 5 DegreeLength 56 inches (142 cm)Width 28 inches (71 cm)Height 43 inches (109 cm)Weight 871 lb / 395 kgLine of Sigh (from OperatorHeight): 68 inches (173 cm) 7.5 feet (2.3 m)Warranty Machine 3 Years, Polydur tanks- 8 years

Batteries- 18 months, pro-ratedNoise 71 dBAVibration < 2.5 m/s2

Introduction & Machine Specifications

Introduction & Machine Specifications

American-Lincoln’s newly designed Encore L25HD automatic scrubber is efficient and superior floorcleaning machines. The Encore uses two brushes to scrub a path 25 inches wide. A squeegee wipesthe floor while the vacuum motor removes the dirty solution from the floor - all in one pass.

The Encore L25HD comes complete with four - 6 volt batteries, one battery charger, either two brushesor two pad drivers, and one operator’s manual.


Procedures For Transporting

How to Put the Machine Into a Van or Truck

WARNING: This machine is heavy. Getassistance before attemptingto transport or move it. Usetwo able persons to move themachine on a ramp orincline. Always move slowly.Do not turn the machine on aramp. Do not stop and leavethe machine on a ramp orincline. The loading rampmust be a minimum of 32"wide.

WARNING: Machines can topple over ifguided over the edges ofstairs or loading docks andcause injury or damage.Stop and leave this machineonly on a level surface.When you stop the machine,put all switches into their"OFF" position.

1. Make sure the loading ramp is at least eight(8) feet (2.5m) long and a minimum of 32" (0.8m)wide, and strong enough to support the machine.

2. Make sure the ramp is clean and dry.

3. Put the ramp in position.

4. Remove squeegee assembly, brush housing andbrush or pad driver before loading. American-Lincoln recommends that both the solution tankand recovery tank are empty before loading.

5. Turn key switch "ON".

6. Align the machine on a level surface five (5) feet(2 m) in front of the ramp.

7. Set the traverse control knob to full speed.

8. Push in either one of the forward/reverseswitches while pushing in the white reverseswitch. Back the machine up the ramp. Seefigure 1.

9. Turn the key switch "OFF".

Figure #1


10. Fasten the machine to the vehicle.American-Lincoln recommends a strap over thetop of the machine and a strap to keep themachine from rolling forward or backwards. Ifthis is not done, there is a possibility of themachine toppling over. Four tie down points (2along each side of frame) are provided onmachine for securing machine.

How to Remove the Machine From a Van orTruck1. Make sure there are no obstructions in the area.

2. Make sure the unloading ramp is at least eight(8) feet (2.5m) long and a minimum of 32"(0.8m) wide, and strong enough to support themachine.

3. Make sure the ramp is clean and dry.

4. Put the ramp in position.

5. Unfasten the machine.

WARNING: The machine is heavy.Make sure you use two ablepersons to assist in movingthe machine down theramp.

6. Turn the key switch "ON".

7. Set the traverse control knob to the slowestforward speed setting. Carefully and slowly,drive the machine to the top of the ramp andstart down.

8. While pushing in the right or left forward/reverseswitch the machine will go forward. See figure2.

9. As the machine begins to travel down the ramp,push in the forward/reverse switch to maintain aslow downward speed.

10. Replace squeegee assembly, brush housing,and brush or pad driver after machine isunloaded and ready to use.

Procedures For Transpoting (cont.)

Figure #2


SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE L25HD

Solution Control

Brush Up/Down

Warning

Power

Traverse Speed Control

Traverse Directions Forward(Traverse and Solution, and Brush Rotation)

Traverse Directions Reverse(Traverse and Solution, and Brush Rotation)


SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE L25HD

Warning Labelwith parking brake

Warning Labelwithout parking brake


Machine Control Panel

Figure 3

Circuit Breakers (See Fig 3, Items "F", "G", "H", "I" & "J")The circuit breaker reset buttons are located on therear cover. The breakers are located as follows:

Item F - Actuator Head (5 amp)Item G - Vacuum Motor (30 amp)Item H& I - Brush Motor (45 amp)Item J - Traverse Motor (25 amp)

If a circuit breaker trips, determine which motor is notoperating and turn the key switch "OFF". Wait fiveminutes and push the reset button back in. Turn thekey switch "ON" and try again. An authorized serviceperson should be contacted if the breaker trips again.

Control Handles (See Figure 3, Item "K")The control handles are located at the rear of themachine. They are used to guide the machine.

Solution Control Knob (See Figure 3, Item "L")The solution control knob regulates the flow of chemi-cal solution to the floor. To increase the flow, turnknob clockwise. To decrease the flow, turn counterclockwise. Full counter clockwise is OFF and fullclockwise is ON.

Traverse Speed Knob (See Figure 3, Item "M")To increase speed, turn knob clockwise.

Brush Motor Switch (See Figure 3, Item "N")To activate brush motor, push brush position switch todown position. Brush Motor and solution flow willactivate when the traverse buttons are pushed. Toshut brush motor off, hold brush position switch in upposition until actuator stops.

Vacuum Motor Switch (See Figures 4 & 5, pg. 11)To activate vacuum motor, lower squeegee handle.Handle has two positions. Lowest position isoperating position and the middle position is transportto clear vacuum hose.

G H

Key Switch (See Figure 3, Item "A")The key switch turns "ON" the power to the controlpanel. "O" is "OFF" and "I" is "ON".

Forward Reverse Switch (See Figure 3, Item "B")The forward/reverse switch turns the traverse motor"on" forward and if the brush motors are in the downposition, activates the brush motors/solution controlmodule. There is a two second delay for the padmotor to stop after releasing the switch. Either theright or the left switch can be used. Use either switchin conjunction with the white reverse switch to reversethe traverse motor.

Battery Meter (See Figure 3, Item "C")The battery meter indicates the relative charge on thebattery pack. Do not continue to run the machinewhen the needle is in the "red" area. This will shortenthe life of the battery pack.

Brush Pressure Meter (See Figure 3, Item "D")The pad pressure meter indicates the relative amountof pressure the pad is putting on the floor. To maxi-mize run time on a battery charge, keep the needletowards the center of the green area.

Reverse Switch (See Figure 3, Item "E")The reverse switch, when used in conjunction with oneof the forward/reverse switches, causes the machine toreverse directions. The reverse speed is 70% of theforward speed.

Hour Meter (See Figure 3, Item "O")The hour meter indicates the number of hours themachine has operated. It runs only when the brushmotor is on.

AE M

B B

CD

K K

L

F G H I J

K

N

O


Machine Controls and Features

Squeegee Lift Handle, See Figures 4 and 5The squeegee lift handle is located below the controlhandles in the center. It is used to raise or lower thesqueegee. The vac motor is turned on when thehandle is lowered to either the first or last position.

Float Shut Off, See Figure 6The shut-off switch for the vac motor is located in therecovery tank. It automatically turns off the vac motorwhen the recovery tank is full. NOTE: If excessivefoaming occurs in recovery tank, defoamer mustbe added. Damage to vacuum motor could resultfrom foam.

Parking Brake (Optional)NOTE: Parking Brake must be used if operatingmachine on greater than 2% gradient.The parking brake prevents movement of the machine.

CAUTION: Do not activate the parking brakewhile the machine is moving.

The brake is located on the right hand side of themachine on the transaxle motor. Turn the keyswitch off or disconnect the power to the battery toapply the brake.

There is a mechanical lever located on the brake.This lever is an override. To manually release thebrake, rotate the lever clockwise. To return thebrake to normal or to apply the brake, rotate thelever up counter clockwise.NOTE: If the lever is left in the overrideposition, the brake will not function with thekey switch, and the machine will not operate.

Figure 6

Figure 4

Figure 5


Figure 8B

How To Install The BatteriesThe Encore machines uses either two 12-volt batteries orfour - 6 volt batteries. The batteries are located in thebattery compartment under the recovery tank.

To install the batteries, follow this procedure: 1. Turn machine off. Set brake (if equipped).

2. Make sure recovery tank is empty.

3. Tip up the recovery tank until it locks in the full openposition. See figure 8A.

CAUTION: Before raising the tank, be suretank is empty.

NOTE: There is an intermediate position availablefor holding the recovery tank open for chargingbatteries. See figure 8B.

WARNING: Do not operate or perform mainte-nance on the machine while therecovery tank is in the intermediateposition. The tank can be acciden-tally bumped and it may slam shut.

4. Place the batteries in the tray as shown infigure 8C.

WARNING: The batteries are heavy. Liftingbatteries without help could result inan injury. Get help to lift the batter-ies.

WARNING: Working with batteries can bedangerous. Always wear eyeprotection and protective clothingwhen working near batteries. NOSMOKING!

5. Connect the cables between batteries and installlong battery cable assembly as indicated. Seefigure 8C.

6. Join the connector from the battery pack to theconnector on the control panel. See figure 9.

7. Close recovery tank by pulling up on the latch armand then slowly lowering the tank.

NOTE: Charge the batteries before using themachine.

How To Prepare the Machine For Operation

Figure 9 Figure 8C

Figure 8A


Battery MaintenanceThe electrical power to operate the machine comesfrom the storage batteries. Storage batteries needpreventative maintenance.

WARNING: Working with batteries canbe dangerous. Always weareye protection and protectiveclothing when working nearbatteries. NO SMOKING!

To maintain the batteries in good condition, followthese instructions:

1. Keep the electrolyte at the correct level. Thecorrect level is between 1/4" (1/2 cm) below thebottom of the tube in each cell and above thetops of the plates. Check the level of the electro-lyte each time you charge the batteries. Seefigure 10.

NOTE: Check the level of electrolyte prior to chargingthe batteries. Be sure the plates in each cell arecovered with electrolyte before charging. Do not topoff the cells prior to charging the battery. Electrolyteexpands during charging. As a result, the electrolytecould overflow from the cells. Always top off the cellswith distilled water after charging.

CAUTION: Irreversible damage will occur tothe batteries if electrolyte doesnot cover the plates. Keep theelectrolyte at the correct level.

CAUTION: Machine damage and dischargeacross the tops of the batteriescan occur if the batteries are overfilled. Do not fill the batteries upto the bottom of the tube in eachcell. Wipe any acid from themachine or the tops of the batter-ies. Never add acid to a batteryafter installation.

CAUTION: Batteries must be refilled withdistilled water only. Do not usetap water as it may containcontaminants that will damagebatteries.

2. Keep the tops of the batteries clean and dry.Keep the terminals and connectors clean. Toclean the top of the batteries, use a damp clothwith a weak solution of ammonia or bicarbonateof soda solution. To clean the terminals andconnectors, use a terminal and connectorcleaning tool. Do not allow ammonia or bicar-bonate of soda to get into batteries.


Correct Level

Figure 11

Figure 10

3. Keep the batteries charged.

4. To drain battery compartment: (See figure 11)a. Always wear protective eye protection and

protective clothing.b. Add a weak solution of ammonia or bicarbon-

ate of soda solution to battery compartment toneutralize any spilled acid.

c. Pull drain hose out from under transaxle.d. Place hand behind flange and open valve.e. When empty, close valve.f. Replace valve and drain hose on top of

transaxle.g. Neutralize any acid spills with ammonia or

bicarbonate of soda.



Figure 12

Figure 13

How To Charge The Batteries

WARNING: Charging the batteries in an areawithout adequate ventilation couldresult in an explosion. To preventan explosion, charge the batteriesonly in an area with goodventilation.

WARNING: Lead acid batteries generate gaseswhich could explode. Keep sparksand flames away from batteries. NOSMOKING!

WARNING: Failure to disconnect the AC plugfrom the wall receptacle beforeconnecting or disconnecting the DCconnector on the charger couldresult in an explosion. Alwaysdisconnect the AC plug from thewall receptacle before connectingor disconnecting the DC connectoron the charger.

To charge the batteries, follow this procedure:

1. Put the charger on a flat surface. Make sure thevents on the sides are at least two inches awayfrom walls and other objects. Make sure there areno objects near the vents on the bottom of thecharger.

2. When key is off, dynamic brake is activated. Ifparking brake is installed it is on as well. Makesure key is off.

3. Before charging the batteries the batterycompartment needs to be vented. To ventcompartment, tip up the recovery tank until it locksin either of the two open positions. See figure 12.To close the tank, pull up on the latch arm and thenslowly lower the tank to the closed position.

CAUTION: Before raising tank, be sure tank isempty.

NOTE: There is an intermediate position availablefor holding the recovery tank open for chargingbatteries. See figure 13.

WARNING: Do not operate or performmaintenance on the machine whilethe recovery tank is in theintermediate position. The tank canbe accidentally bumped and it mayslam shut.

To place the tank in the intermediate position, pull upon the latch arm while raising the recovery tank until itslips into the knotch area of arm. While pulling up onthe latch arm,carefully lower the recovery tank makingsure it is securely locked into place. See figure 13B. Torelease the latch arm, tip the recovery tank up slightlywhile pushing down on the latch arm and then slowlylower the tank.


4. Disconnect the battery pack connector from the controlhousing connector. See figure 14.

5. Connect the DC connector on the charger to the batterypack connector. See figure 15.

6. Connect the charger to a properly grounded single phase(3-wire) wall receptacle having the input voltage, fre-quency, and ampere capacity specified on the nameplateof the charger.

For more information on the use of the charger, readthe instructions supplied with the charger.

How To Install The Brushes Or Pad DriversTo install the brushes or pad drivers on the machine,follow this procedure:1. Turn the key switch "ON".

2. Raise the brush head by pressing and holding the brushswitch until brush head is in its full up position.

3. Turn the key switch "OFF" and remove the key.

4. Go to the front of the machine and unlatch front cover, swingcover open.

5. Unlatch right and left brush housings and remove them. Seefigure 16.

6. Put a brush or pad driver under the brush motor plate. Seefigure 17.

7. Align the lugs on the motor gimbal with the slots in the brushgimbal.

8. Pull the brush up until the gimbal locks.

9. Repeat steps 6, 7, and 8 to install the second brush or paddriver.

10. Reinstall right and left brush housings and latch front cover.

DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completelyor fully assembled could result in injury orproperty damage. Do not operate thismachine unless it is completelyassembled. Inspect the machine carefullybefore operation.


Figure 14

Figure 15

Figure 16

Figure 17


How To Operate The SqueegeeThe squeegee wipes the floor while the vacuum motorremoves the dirty solution from the floor. Use your handto lower or raise the squeegee handle. To operate thesqueegee, follow this procedure:

1. To lower the squeegee and start the vacuum motor,move the squeegee lever to the right and down. Seefigure 18.

2. To raise the squeegee, lift the squeegee lever up.See figure 19.

NOTE: The center position lets the vacuum motorcontinue to run with the squeegee off the floor to avoiddrips and also allows you to back up the machine.

How To Fill The Solution TankThe solution tank can be filled in the front or through theclear drain hose at the rear of the machine (See figure20). To fill the solution tank follow this procedure:

1. Add a cleaning chemical to the solution tank. Forthe correct amount of chemical, follow the direc-tions shown on the container.

2. Fill the solution tank with water. When fillingmachine in the front with a hose, position hoseinside the fill screen as shown in figure 20A.

How To Operate The Machine

How To Remove The Brushes Or Pad DriversTo remove the brushes or pad drivers from the machine,follow this procedure:


2. Raise the brush head by pressing and holding the brushswitch until brush head is in its full up position.


4. Go to the front of the machine and unlatch front cover.Swing cover open and unlatch the brush housings.

5. Push down on two sides of the brush or pad driver untilthe gimbals release.

6. Reinstall right and left brush housing and latch frontcover.

DANGER: Operating a machine that is notcompletely or fully assembled couldresult in injury or property damage.Do not operate this machine unless itis completely assembled. Inspect the


Figure 18

Figure 19

Figure 20

Figure 20A

C


Figure 21

When filling machine from the rear, position clear drainhose against bracket and insert hose as shown infigure 20B Solution level can be viewed from the backof the machine.

WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materialsused with this type of machine canleave wet areas on the floor surface.These areas can cause a dangerouscondition for the operator or otherpersons. Always put CAUTION signsnear the area you are cleaning.

WARNING: Machines can ignite flammablematerials and vapors. Do not use withor near flammables such as gasoline,grain dust, solvents and thinners.Only use a cleaning concentrationrecommended by the chemicalmanufacturer.

WARNING: American-Lincoln recommends amaximum water temperature of120oF (49oC).

Operating The Machine

NOTE: Put the machine in the lowest traverse speedsetting. Use the machine in an area that has no furniture orobjects until you can do the following:

1. Move the machine in a straight direction, forward andbackward.

2. Stop the machine safely.

3. Turn the machine both left and right and return to a straightdirection.

To move the machine, follow this procedure:

1. Turn the key switch to the "ON" position

2. Raise the brush to the highest setting.

3. Raise the squeegee.

4. When either the left or right forward/reverse switches(figure 21, item A) are pushed in, the machine will goforward.

5. Control the speed of traverse by using the traverse speedcontrol knob (figure 21, Item C).

6. To stop, release the forward/reverse switch.

7. To reverse the machine, push in the white reverse switch(figure 21 item B) and either the right or left forward/reverse switch (figure 21 item A) at the same time.

8. To stop, release the forward/reverse switch.

9. To turn the machine, push the rear of the machine to theside.

10. When you stop the machine, turn the key switch "OFF",remove the key and insure that the parking brake (ifequipped) is not in the override position.

How To Operate The Machine

A A

B C

Figure 20B


How To Clean A Floor

WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materials usedwith this type of machine can leave wet areason the floor surfaces. These areas can causea dangerous condition for the operator orother persons. Always put CAUTION signsnear the area you are cleaning.

To clean a floor follow this procedure: 1. Set the parking brake (if equipped with machine.)

2. Put the water and a cleaning chemical in the clean solutiontank.

3. Release the parking brake (if equipped with machine.)


5. Lower the squeegee.

6. Activate the brush switch until correct pressure is achieved.

WARNING: This machine is capable of maximum headpressure with worn pads or brushes. Withthis feature, there is the possibility ofexceeding the recommended brush pressureon new pads or brushes. This will eithercreate reoccurring circuit breaker tripping orthe possibility of lost traction and control. Thebrush switch should be activated toaccomplish only enough brush pressure forthe job. This will allow longer battery life andcleaning time.

NOTE: Keep the machine moving when the brush isrotating on the floor. Pre-wet brush/pad or keep lightpressure on brush until solution flow is adequate to keepbrush/pad from scratching the floor.

To pre-wet brushes you should first turn the speed knob to thelowest setting. Then lower brushes until brushes are justtouching the floor. Activate the forward/reverse switch to startmotor and solution flow.

7. Turn the solution knob to the right to activate the flow ofsolution. Adjust the flow of clean solution to the flowdesired.

8. Move the machine across the floor in the forward direction.

9. Make a 180° turn.

NOTE: When you make more passes across the floor, let thebrush clean approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of the area alreadycleaned by the brush.

NOTE: During most cleaning procedures, apply and remove thesolution in one operation.

How To Clean A Very Dirty FloorTo clean a very dirty floor, follow this procedure:1. Apply solution to the floor.

2. Do not lower the squeegee. This will keep the vacuummotor off.

3. Lower the brush or pad and scrub the floor.

4. Scrub the floor again with additional solution and lower thesqueegee.

5. Pick up all the solution with the squeegee.

How To Operate The Machine (cont)


WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must bedone by authorized personnel only.

WARNING: Always empty the solution tank andrecovery tank before doing anymaintenance.

WARNING: Keep all fasteners tight.

These Maintenance Procedures Must Be DoneEvery Day

Keep the machine clean, it will need fewer repairs andhave longer life.

Do These Procedures When You Begin Your WorkPeriod

1. Turn off key switch.

2. Disconnect AC power from battery charger (fol-low charger instructions).

2. Disconnect the plug on the battery charger fromthe battery pack connector.

3. Join the connector from the batteries to thecontrol panel cable connection. See figure 22.

4. Make sure the Screen filter over the vacuummotor is clean and in position. See figure 24.

5. Make sure the recovery tank lid is on correctly.See figure 23, Item A.

6. Make sure the valve on the recovery drain hose isclean. Tightly close the valve.

7. Make sure the brushes/pads are in position andinstalled correctly.

8. Make sure brush housings and skirts are inposition on the brush head.

9. Check the installation of the squeegee andsqueegee hose.

10. Make sure the solution drain / level indicator hoseis secure on the storage mount on the rear of themachine.

Maintenance

Figure 22

Figure 23

Figure 24

A


Do These Procedures When You End Your Work

1. Drain the solution tank (Figure 25) and the recovery tank (Figure 26). To drain the tanks , follow this procedure:

a. Turn the key switch “OFF”.

b. Remove the drain hose from the back of themachine.

c. Put the end of the hose over a drain or bucket.

d. Recovery Tank:1.) Turn the valve handle to the left. Pull the

handle out to open the drain (Figure 27).

NOTE: Have the opening in the side of the valve awayfrom you when you open the valve.

2.) To open the valve completely, turn thehandle to the right. Pull the handle out ofvalve (Figure 28).

Solution Tank:When hose is lowered to water level, water willflow.

2. Flush the tanks. To flush the tanks, put clean water inthe tank through the opening on top of the tank.

3. If a tank or drain hose has an obstruction, use a pressurewater hose to flush the tank or hose. Put the water hoseinto the drain hose.

4. Leave the tanks and the recovery drain valve open to dryin the air.

5. Check the squeegee blade. Use a cloth to clean thesqueegee blade. If the squeegee blade is damaged orworn, turn or replace the blade.

6. Check and clean the solution lid gasket. Use a mildcleaning solution and rinse the parts in clean water.

Check the batteries and if necessary add distilled waterafter charging. The correct level is within 1/4 inch (1/2 cm)of the bottom of the tube in each cell.

CAUTION: Tap water may contain contami-nants that will damage batteries.Batteries must be refilled withDISTILLED WATER ONLY.

WARNING: Lead acid batteries generategases which can cause an explo-sion. NO SMOKING. Always weareye protection and protectiveclothing when working nearbatteries.

Use a clean cloth and wipe the surface of the machine.

Charge the batteries. See the instruction in the section ofthis book called “How To Charge The Batteries”.

Maintenance

Figure 25

Figure 26

Figure 27

Figure 28


Maintenance Procedures To Be Done Every Week:

WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be doneby authorized personnel only. Alwaysempty the solution tank and therecovery tank before doing anymaintenance. Keep all fasteners tight.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection andprotective clothing when working nearbatteries. Do not put tools or othermetal objects across the batteryterminals or the tops of the batteries.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the machine, anddischarge across the tops of thebatteries, do not fill the batteries abovethe bottom of the tube in each cell.Wipe any acid from the machine or thetops of the batteries. Do not add acid tobattery after installation.

NOTE: Always turn off key switch before servicing themachine.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection andprotective clothing when working nearbatteries. NO SMOKING!

1. To inspect batteries, tip up recovery tank until it locks inthe full open position. See figure 29A. To close the tank,pull up on the latch arm and then slowly lower the tank tothe closed position.

CAUTION: Before raising the tank, be sure tank isempty.

NOTE: There is an intermediate position available for holdingthe recovery tank open for charging batteries. See figure 29B.

WARNING: Do not operate or performmaintenance on the machine whilethe recovery tank is in theintermediate position. The tank canbe accidentally bumped and it mayslam shut.

2. Disconnect the batteries. Use a cloth and a solution ofammonia or bicarbonate of soda to wipe the top of thebatteries. Clean the battery terminals. Reconnect thebatteries.

3. Check the hoses for leaks, obstructions and otherdamage.

4. Check and clean the filter screen in the solution hose. Toclean the screen, follow this procedure:

a. Close the solution flow valve.b. Turn the connector to the left.c. Remove and clean the filter screen.d. Install the filter screen in the valve connector.

Turn the connector to the right to connect thehose. See figure 34

e. Open the solution flow valve. See figure 34.

5. Use a grease gun to lubricate the dual casters. See figure30.

Maintenance

Figure 29A

Figure 29B

Figure 30


Maintenance For The Squeegee

To remove the squeegee, follow this procedure:

1. Remove the squeegee assembly by loosening the twoknobs that attach the squeegee to the machine. Pullthe squeegee assembly off. See figure 31.

2. Inspect the squeegee blade.

3. If the blade is worn, turn the blade so that a new edgeis in the wiping position.

4. Reinstall squeegee assembly on the machine.

How To Adjust The Squeegee

The following adjustments are set at the factory, howeverthey may require slight adjustment.

Adjusting Squeegee Tilt:

The tilt of the squeegee causes the rear blade to raise upin the center or on the ends, depending on whichdirection the tilt is changed. For tilt adjustment, refer tofigure 32. Loosen left and right screw "X". In order tobring the blades down in the center, tip "Y" down. Tobring both ends down, tip "Y" up. Make very smalladjustments and try it until a uniform flare is achieved.

Maintenance

Adjusting Squeegee Blades:

When properly installed the front blade should be ap-proximately 0.12" (3.0mm) above the rear blade. Seefigure 33.

WARNING: Maintenance and repairsmust be done by authorizedpersonnel only .

WARNING: Electrical repairs must bedone by authorizedpersonnel only.

Figure 31

Figure 32

Figure 33

0.12" (3.0 mm)


Maintenance cont.

Consult your American-Lincoln Authorized ServicePerson to do the service procedures.

Use only genuine American-Lincoln parts.

How to Center or Offset the Brush Head

The brush head on the Encore L25HD can be centeredor offset 1 inch to the right side of the machine. Tocenter or offset the brush head, follow this procedure:

Recommended tools: 3/8" drive rachet, 3" extensionand 9/16" socket.

CAUTION: Before offsetting the brush head,be sure that the recovery tank isempty of solution. Follow the in-structions on page 20 on how todrain the recovery tank.


2. Raise the brush head by pressing and holding thebrush switch until the brush head is in its full upposition.


4. Tip up the recovery tank until it locks in the full openposition.

5. Go to the front of the machine and unlatch the frontcover and swing cover open.

6. Locate the four mounting studs on the brush headbracket. See figure 34. The top two mounting nutscan be accessed through the top of the solutiontank. The lower two can be accessed through thefront. Loosen the four mounting nuts 2 to 3 turnscounterclockwise. NOTE: Do not remove mountingnuts.

7. The brush head assembly can slide to the right sideby one inch or placed back into the center. Slide thebrush head assembly all the way to the ends of theslots for the desired position. This insures that thehead operates straight up and down.

8. After repositioning the brush head, tighten nutssecurely to approximately 236 inch-lbs.

9. Close the front cover.

10. Close the recovery tank.

Figure 34

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American-LincolnEncore L25HD

Accessories - 10/06

ACCESSORIES

Description Part No.Power Wand System Kit 10150AClarke Care Kit 14607A39" Squeegee Assembly 10068A32" Squeege Assembly 10129APoly Dur Protectant 50478AKit, Grease Gun 55420ABrake Kit Assembly 10072AAccessory Bag 30163ASoft Caster Assembly 51092A

Brushes and Pad Assemblies:Size Description Part No. Used For

(Gimbal "L")13" Polyproplene 11438A General Scrubbing Hard Floors13" Pad Driver Asm. 17531A Use for Pads13" Clean Grit 11439A13" Super Grit 11440A13" Nylon Soft 11437A

Squeegee Blades:Description 32" Assembly 39" AssemblyBlade, Rear - Linatex 30067L 30069LBlade, Rear - Gum Rubber 30067A 30069ABlade, Rear - Nitrile Solid 30081A 30082ABlade, Rear - Ribbed Orange 30085A 30086ABlade, Front - Linatex 30764L1 30717L1Blade, Front - Ribbed Natural 30066A 30091ABlade, Front - Slit Grout 30079A 30080ABlade, Front - Ribbed Orange 30083A 30084A


ENCOREL25HDSection II

Parts and Service Manual

(70430A)

American-Lincoln®

U.S. Patent No. 6,105,192; No. 6,557,207; No. 6,760,947


There is no solution flow.

The solution flow does not stop.

The machine does not remove all thewater from the floor.

The batteries do not give the normalrunning time.

Fill the solution tank.

Open the solution valve.

Remove the obstruction from the hose or filter.

Repair or replace the valve or the electricwiring.

Replace solution module

Close or Clean the solution valve.

Repair or replace the valve and the wiring.

Clean the solution valve.

Replace the seat and washer.

Replace solution module.

Lower the squeegee.

To adjust See Figure 32, page 23.

Drain the recovery tank.

Clean the screen filter.

Remove the obstruction or repair the damage.

Check for tripped breaker. Have an authorizedservice person make repairs.

Check and connect hose.

Turn or replace the squeegee blade.Correctly install the squeegee blade.

Replace the gaskets.

Clean the terminals and connectors. Replacethe damaged cables. Charge the batteries.

Add distilled water to each cell and charge thebatteries.

Charge the batteries for a full 16 hour charge.

Have an authorized service person repair thecharger.

Check voltage of each cell while discharging.

Connect the batteries.

Adjust Pressure.

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTIONThe solution tank is empty.

The solution valve is closed.

There is an obstruction in the solution hoseor filter.

The solution valve or electric wiring is damaged.

The solution module is defective.

The solution valve is open.

The solution valve or wiring is damaged.

The solution valve is dirty

There is a damaged seat and washer in thesolution valve.

The solution module is defective.

The squeegee is up.

The squeegee tilt is not correct.

The recovery tank is full.

The screen filter is dirty.

There is an obstruction or damage in thesqueegee, squeegee hose or standpipe.

The vacuum motor is not running.

The squeegee hose is disconnected, ordamaged

The squeegee blade is damaged, worn, orincorrectly installed.

The gaskets on the cover of the recoverytank are damaged.

The battery terminals are dirty or damaged.

The electrolyte level is too low.

The batteries are not fully charged.

The charger is damaged.

The battery is defective.

The batteries are disconnected.

Brush is in heavy scrub setting.

HOW TO CORRECT PROBLEMS IN THE MACHINE


PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION

The cleaning is not even. The scrub brush or pad is worn.

There is damage to the brush assembly,caster or the solution valve.

The brush motor is not running

The solution level is low.

The machine does not run. The machine loses power.

Key or switch is off.

Batteries are unplugged.Battery terminals are dirty.

Batteries are discharged

Reset the circuit breaker.

Turn key or switch on.

Check the battery connections.

Check battery gauge and rechargeNOTE: If the problem continues consult anauthorized service person.

Replace the scrub brush or pad.

Have an authorized service person makethe needed repairs.

Check for tripped breaker. Reset. Checkfor loose connections.

Fill the solution tank.

NOTE: If the problem continues consult anauthorized service person.


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDFinal Assembly Drawing 12/00

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QtyRef. # Part No. Description “L”

1 10062A Assembly, Recovery Tank 12 101841 Assembly, Control Panel 13 51309A Rear Cover 14 80108A Screw, 10-24 x ½ SS 45 70080A Plate, Warning 16 83010A Rivet, Pop 1/8 27 10190A Assembly, Rear Panel 18 980651 Washer, 5/16 Flat 119 920110 Nut, 5/16 -18 ESNA 4

10 980652 Washer, 5/16 Lock 711 85811A Screw, 5/16 -18 x ¾ 712 10129A Assembly, Squeegee 32” 113 10075A Assembly, Squeegee Lift 114 10183A Assembly, Traverse System 115 980982 Washer #10 216 10185A Assembly, Brush Head 117 81105A Nut, 3/8-16 ESNA 418 87031A Washer, 3/8 Flat SS 419 50965A Hinge 120 85395A Screw, ¼-20 x 1/2 SS 621 30059A Front Cover 122 50966A Latch, Front Cover Ref23 930090 Rivet, 5/32 x 9/16 224 10180A Assembly, Solution Tank 125* Page 12 Battery

40136A Battery 6V, 250 AH (wet - Stud Post) 440137A Battery 6V, 250 AH (dry - Stud Post) 4891384 Battery, 6V 330 AH (wet - UT Post) 4891385 Battery, 6V 330 AH (dry - UT Post) 4

26 41217A Series Battery Cable (Ring Style) 327 980205 Washer, 5/16 Fender 428 85734A Screw, 5/16-18 x 2 229 85739A Screw, 5/16-18 x 3 Hex 230 87026A Washer, ¼ flat SS 531 10189A Battery, Cable (Taper Style) 132 85518A Screw, ¼-20 x 3/4 533 912226 Meter, Hour 1NI 10179A Lit Kit 1NI 40512A Battery Charger 1NI 77092A Label, Gases 1NI 77093A Label, Falling 1NI 70226A Label, Battery 1NI 30163A Accessory Bag 1NI 10072A Parking Brake Assembly 1NI 40183A Charger, Adapter Cable 1

* See page 12 for installation.

American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDFinal Assembly Parts List 12/00


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDRecovery Tank Assembly Drawing 3/08

Drawing #10062A

#40 Recommended Torque175 + or - 5 inch pounds

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDRecovery Tank Assembly Parts List 3/08

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty1 962798 Screw, 10-24 x .5 12 30057A Lid 13 81110A Nut, 10-24 SS 14 30065A Gasket, Lid 15 58069A Strainer 16 39338A Stand Tube 17 837304 O-Ring 28 10660A Switch Kit, (Includes 8A, 8B, 9) 18A 40002A Switch (included in Item 8) 18B 56459A Relief, Strain (included in Item 8A) 19 59877A Seal, Washer 1

10 30293A Tank, Recovery 111 60373A Latch, Recovery Tank 112 87622A Washer, Nylon 5/16 x 5/8 x 1/32 113 80043A Screw, .25 x 20 x .25, Shoulder 114 60336A Strap, Hose Retainer 115 85100A Screw, 10-32 x ½ SS Xylan Coating 216 30068A Hinge, Pin (included w/ item 10) 217 43402A Housing, Connector(included in 8A) 218 41809A Contact (included in 8A) 419 82100A Nut, Strain Relief Lock 120 872010 Clamp, Hose 221 35165A Hose, Drain 122 53371A Clamp, Hose 223 839401 Valve, Drain 124 962943 Screw, 8-18 x ½ PN 125 52206A Chain 126 962987 Screw, 10-24 x 3/8 Pan 127 833901 Drain, Valve Handle 128 833407 Gasket, Drain Valve 129 51060A Hose, Squeegee 130 830208 Squeegee Stand Tube 131 80110A Hose Clamp 132 752020 Hose Clamp 133 43401A Housing, Vac Motor Connector 234 674110 Hose 135 85728A Screw, ¼-20 x 4 Hex 336 87026A Washer, ¼ Flat 337 51049A Motor, Vacuum (3-Stage) 1

51050A Motor, Vacuum, (2-Stage Option) 137A� 50996A Brushes, Carbon 238 643418 Gasket 139 58533A Spacer 340 920797 Nut 141 962666 Screw, 10-24 x ¾ 142 920296 Nut, 10-24 Elastic 143 38020A Strap 144 38735A Connector, Muffler 145 30343A Muffler 1NI 839410 Valve Asm. (includes 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28) 1NI 70226A Label, Battery Installation 1

NOTE: � indicates a change has been made since the last publication of thismanual.


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSolution Tank Assembly Drawing 7/04

Drawing #10180A

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSolution Tank Assembly Parts List 3/08

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty1 872010 Clamp, Hose 1

2 50964A Hose, Drain 1

3 30244A Tank, Solution 1

4 59614A Valve, Battery Drain 1

5 722030 Clamp, Hose 6

6 30453A Hose, Clear Vinyl 1

7 820207 Adapter, Hose 3/8 MPT x ½ Hosebarb 1

8 30412A Hose, Stretch 2

9 51526A Elbow 1

11 30446A Hose 1

12 51204A Valve, Solution 1

13 59789A Valve, Solution 1

14 38014A Splitter 1

15 81109A Nut, 8-32 ESNA SS 2

16 50966A Latch 1

17 80105A Screw, 8-32 x 1¼ SS 2

18 50963B Screen, Fill (with hose retention) 1

51308B Strainer (without hose retention) 1

19 69879A Bracket, Latch 1

20 170892 Washer, Lock ¼ 2

21 170915 Screw, ¼-20 x 3/4 SS Hex 2

23 60480A Bracket, Hose 1

24 51346A Spring, Hose 1

25 80108A Screw, 10-24 x ½ 2

26 53562A Filter, Bowl Asm. 1

NI 30162A Funnel, solution rapid fill 1

NI 10177A Kit, Solution Fill 1

(includes #18 - 51308A)(includes NI - 30162A)

53562A ComponentsClarke P/N Description Qty.50018A� Bowl, Filter 153563A Filter, Screen 153564A Upper Body 154369A Gasket, Bowl 1

NOTE: � indicates a change has been made since the last publication of this manual.


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDRear Panel Assembly Drawing 3/03

Drawing #10190A

38


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDRear Panel Assembly Parts List 3/03

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty

1 920224 Nut, 10-32 22 980603 Washer, Starlock 43 920056 Nut, 6-32 54 46106A Rectifier 15 40184A Harness, Power 16 962212 Screw, 6-32 x 7/8 17 85383A Screw, 10-32 x ¾ 18 41810A Solenoid, Brush 19 85395A Screw, ¼-20 x ½ 6

10 980614 Washer, Starlock, ¼ 1011 85391A Screw, ¼-20 x 5/8 412 60261A Panel, Rear Metal 113 60257A Cable, Squeegee Lift 114 920346 Nut, Pal 115 80028A Bolt, Shoulder, 5/16 x 1.0 116 980692 Washer, Flat 5/16 SS 217 438360 Spring 118 64901A Lever, Squeegee Lift 119 64490A Handle, Squeegee 120 980666 Washer, 3/8 Starlock 121 85389A Screw, 3/8-16 x 5/8 122 68643A Plate, Vacuum Wear 123 962968 Screw, 10-24 x ½ 224 61260A Plate, Squeegee Lift 125 47388A Switch, Vacuum Lever 126 85601A Screw, 6-32 x 1¼ PN 227 81217A Nut, ¼-20 x .218H Nylock 128 51310A Bracket, Power Connector 129 10181A Cable, Assembly Console 130 193951 Grommet, slotted, 8” Ref31 41811A Solenoid, Main 132 40157A Harness, Traverse 133 40169A Solenoid, Vacuum 134 962798 Screw, 10-24 x ½ 235 40132A Control, Traverse 136 962862 Screw, 10-24 x 1½ PH 237 30097A Insulator, Mylar 138 920296 Nut, 10-24, Nylock 2NI 77093A Label, Falling Parts 1NI 77092A Label, Gases 1


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDControl Panel Assembly Drawing 9/07

Drawing #10184A

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDControl Panel Assembly Parts List 9/07

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty1 55413A Key (included w/Item 3) Ref2 84237A Screw, 10-32 x ½ 23 47380A Switch, Key 14 60334A Panel, Key Switch 15 80108A Screw, 10-24 x ½ SS Black Xylan 86 87052A Washer, Switch 17 962262 Screw, Set 8-32 x ½ (included in item 29) 48 50962A Traverse, Control Knob 19 85703A Screw, 10-00 x ½ PN 1

10 962957 Screw, 10-16 211 40135A Harness, Potentiometer Assembly. 112 60259A Bracket, Traverse Switch 113 980666 Washer, 3/8 Starlock 114 40158A Switch, Reverse 115 980603 Washer 416 920224 Nut, 10-32 Hex 417 30062A Control Handle 118 85391A Screw, ¼-20 x 1/2 SS Ref19 87026A Washer, ¼ SS Ref20 44308B Control, Solution 121 41422A Breaker, Circuit 25 Amp Traverse 122 41416A Breaker, Circuit 45 Amp Brush 223 41448A Breaker, Circuit 30 Amp Vac 124 41423A Breaker, Circuit 5 Amp Actuator 125 70245A Label, Control 126 60258A Panel, Control, Metal 127 40217B Meter, Battery 128 40168A Switch, Brush Adjustment 129 55502A Knob 130 40185A Meter, Brush 131 962330 Screw, 6-32 x 3/8 432 980608 Washer 434 11131A Switch Asm. 235 50961A Spring, Switch 437 80104A Screw, 10-32 x ½ SS Black Xylan 438 70219A Label, Key Switch 139 34264A Gasket, Panel 140 30096A Gasket, Switch 1NI 47708A ¼ F.I.M.Q.D. 4NI 47712A ¼ F.I.F.Q.D. 1


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSqueegee Lift Assembly Drawing 10/03

Drawing # 10075A

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Ref. # Part No. Description Qty1 61263A Bracket Tube 12 85730A Screw, 3/8-16 x 1¼, Hex SS 13 980638 Lockwasher, 3/8 LT Spring Type 14 69860B Bracket, Pin 15 87026A Washer, ¼ SS 26 170915 Screw, ¼-20 x ¾ 47 962481 Screw, ¼-20 x 1¼ Hex 28 87031A Washer, 3/8 Flat 39 920208 Nut, ¼-20 2

10 81111A Nut, 3/8-16 ESNA 111 80101A Screw, ¼-20 x 3¼ SS 112 85811A Screw, 5/16-18 x ¾ 113 67867A Nut, spacer 114 60256A Squeegee, Pivot Arm 115 81104A Nut, ¼ Nylock 516 60255A Bracket, Squeegee 117 60328A Mount, Squeegee 118 81112A Nut, 5/16-18 Thin ESNA SS 119 Page 35 Cable, Squeegee Lift Ref20 Page 35 Lift Handle Assembly Ref21 920346 Palnut Ref22 980651 Washer 1

American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSqueegee Lift Assembly Parts List 12/00


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSqueegee Assembly Drawing 3/08

Drawing # 10068A and 10129A1

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDSqueegee Assembly Parts List 3/08

39" 32"Ref. # Part No. Description Qty Qty

1 80252A Screw, ¼-20 x 1 Hex SS - 480253A Screw, ¼-20 x 1½ Hex SS 4 -

2 980657 Washer, ¼ Lock 4 43 60243A Bracket, Squeegee Wheel 2 24 30049B Wheel, Squeegee 4 45 81104A Nut, ¼-20 2 26 60254A Bolt, Shoulder 5/16x 2¼ 2 27 50958A Ring, 3/8 ID Snap 2 28 30048A Wheel, Guide, 4 Inch Diameter 2 29 60272A Channel, Squeegee Weldment 39” 1 -

60234A Channel, Squeegee Weldment 32” - 110 50835A Latch, Squeegee Clamp 1 111 930086 Rivet, 3/16 x .450 Aluminum 2 212 60252A Strap, Clamp, Squeegee Retainer 39” 1 -

60232A Strap, Clamp, Squeegee Retainer 32 - 113 30069L Blade, Rear, Linatex, 39” 1 -13 30067L Blade, Rear, Linatex, 32” - 114 30058A Spacer, Squeegee 39” 1 -

30047A Spacer, Squeegee 32 - 115 30717L1 Blade, Front Linatex 39” 1 -15 30764L1 Blade, Front Linatex 32” - 116 80011A Screw, 3/8-16 x 3 2 217 81301A Nut, 3/8-16 Jam SS 2 218 34260B Gasket 1 119� 25201B Knob 2 220 60358A Shim, Squeegee Wheel 2 221 61370A Weight 8 422 80280A Nut, Squeegee Backup 2 2


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8A

1012

9A

American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDFrame Axle Assembly Drawing 10/06

Drawing 10183A


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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDFrame Axle Assembly Parts List 10/06

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty1 85700A Screw, ¼-20 x 1 12 85811A Screw, 5/16-18 x ¾ 63 980652 Washer, 5/16 Lock 64 980651 Washer, flat 5/16 65 60328A Squeegee Mount Ref6 60260B Frame Assembly 17 50968A Caster, Assembly 18 54085A Wheel, Traverse, Foam Filled 29 50967A Transaxle w/mounting hubs 110 60289A Mount, Transaxle 211 87031A Washer, flat 3/8 SS 412 170883 Washer, 3/8 Lock 413 80103A Screw, 3/8-24 x 1 Hex SS 414 57423A Ring, Snap Retainer -15 87616A Washer, Nylon -16 980205 Washer, 5/16 Fender 217 962620 Screw, 5/16-24 x ¾ -18 87026A Washer, Flat, ¼ SS 819 81217A Nut, ¼-20 SS Thin 120 81104A Nut, ¼-20 ESNA SS 821 85395A Screw, ¼-20 x ½ SS 222 980614 Washer, ¼ Starlock 523 59789A Valve Solution Ref24 81105A Nut, 3/8-16 ESNA Ref25 87031A Washer, Flat 3/8 SS Ref26 Ref Solution Tank Ref27 980205 Washer, 5/16 Ref28 85734A Screw, 3/8-16 x 2 Ref29 69639A Strap, Static 130 10135A Flange, Transaxle Wheel Kit31 77267A Label, Tie Down 432 81108A Nut, 3/8-24 ESNA 4


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDBrush Head Assembly Drawing 5/03

Drawing #10185A1

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDBrush Head Assembly Parts List 10/06

Drawing #10185A

Ref. # Part No. Description Qty 1 38708A Washer, Spacer Nylon 2 2 50950B Actuator 1 3 60265A Plate, Nut 2 4 47374A Switch, Lever 1 5 47422B Switch, Whisker 1 6 980608 Washer, #6 4 7 962980 Screw, 6-32 x 1 4 8 60251A Mount, Switch 1 9 82501A Pin 110 60236A Bracket, Brush Head 111 766780 Pin, Hair 512 85838A Screw, ½ x 20 x 1½ 413 980673 Washer 4*14 63058A Bar, Linkage 415 67705B Bearing, Sleeve 816 920278 Nut, ½-20 SS 817 980626 Washer, ½ Lock 418 80100A Screw, ½-20 x 1 Hex Head 419 80091A Pin, Brush Lift 120 60483A Mount, Brush Head 121 81217A Nut, ¼-20 ESNA .218 Height 322 60335A Bracket, Brush Housing 123 170915 Screw, ¼-20 x ¾ SS 224 782002 Clamp, Hose 225 81104A Nut, ¼-20 ESNA 326 34705A Hose, Solution 227 722030 Clamp, Hose 228 962989 Screw, ¼-20 x 1½ 229 38014A Solution Splitter Ref30 51312A Plate, Brush Head 131 962992 Screw, 8-32 x 5/8 SS 432 55721A Latch, Brush Housing 133 30053A Housing, Left Brush 134 30051A Skirt, Left 135 85616A Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 SS 1236 82004A Nut, “T” 10-32 12

* Used only as required to square up linkage bar #14 to theframe.

Ref.# Part No. Description Qty37 81109A Nut, 8-32 SS ESNA 438 60337A Plate, Latch Brush 239 Page 24 Brush/Pad Assemblies40 962714 Screw, 5/16-18 x ¾ Soc. 2

85811A Screw, 5/16-18 x ¾ Hex -41 34400B Gimbal Male 242 61658A Gimbal, Collar 243 59856A Washer, Rubber 244 80102A Washer, ¼ 145 85702A Screw, ¼-20 x 1¾ 146 87031A Washer, 3/8 Flat Ref47 962244 Screw, 3/8-16 x ¾ 848 980638 Washer, Lock 3/8 849 30052A Skirt, Right 150 30295A Housing, Right Brush 151 55451A Keeper 152 87039A Washer, ¼ 253 30048A Wheel, Guide 154 60248A Sleeve Guide Wheel 155 85301A Screw, ¼-20 x 1¼ 157 915102 Key (included w/Item 58) 258 40186A Motor, Brush 259 41602A Housing 460 41601A Connector 461 920110 Nut, 5/16-18 462 80109A Nut, ½-20 Jam S.S. 463 980603 Washer, #10 264 80108A Screw, 10-24 x ½ 265 85811A Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hex 466 81105A Nut, 3/8-16 SS ESNA 167 53421A Spring, Head Pressure 168 87007A Washer, Flat, ¼” 169 60238A Tube, Head Pressure 170 60249A Switch, Actuator 1NI 77091A Label, Moving Parts 2


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDOptional Brake Drawing and Parts List 12/00

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Ref # Part No. Description Qty1 30094A Cover, Vinyl 12 30095A Tie, Cover Retainer 13 10160A Brake, Asm. 24V 14 80123A Nut, Brake Drive 15 80125A Key, 3/32 Sq. x 1/4 Lg. 16 60388A Spacer 1NI 80124A Screw Set (Brake Nut 2

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American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDGearbox Assembly Drawing and Parts List 12/00

Form #54238A

Ref # Part No. Description Qty1 57846A Ring, Snap 12 507641 Seal, Oil, Small 13 52050A Cap End 14 56668A O-Ring 15 51176a Bearing, Large 16 58316A Shaft & Gear 17 902605 Bearing, Small 18 54883A Housing 19 58144A Seal, Oil Large 110 NI Darina EP2 Grease 4 oz.

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Encore L25HDBrush Motor Drawing & Parts List 12/00

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Charger ChargerRef. No. Description 40512A 40513A

1 Charger Case 41129A 41128A2 Transformer 48413A 48409A3 Electronic Controller Kit 47500A 48200A4 Capacitor, 660 V.A.C. 912132 9121325 Heat Sink Assembly 912212 9122126 Ammeter 40200A 40200A7 Fuse Holder 912382 9123828 Strain Relief, A.C. Cord 837525 8375259 Strain Relief, D.C. Cord 747553 74755310 D.C. Cord Assembly 51986A 51986A11 A.C. Cord Assembly 51974A 90894712 Housing, Red 911470 91147013 D.C. Plug Lock Key 795020 795020

American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDBattery Charger (40512A & 40513A) Drawing and Parts List 3/08

Charger #40512B: 24 volt, 25 amp D.C., 115 volt, A.C., 60 Hz.Charger #40513A: 24 volt, 25 amp D.C., 230 volt, A.C., 50 Hz

WARNING: All electrical repairs must be performed by qualified personnel only.

* NOTE: Parts not available at this time.


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WARNING: All electrical repairs must be performed by qualified personnel only.

American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDRemote Battery Charger (40512B & 40506B) Drawing and Parts List 5/06


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDConnection Diagram (00445A - W) 12/00


American-Lincoln®

Encore L25HDElectrical Schematic (00445A-E) 12/00


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SALES SUBSIDIARIES

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U. S. A. Locations European Locations

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SERVICE AND SALES FACILITY

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Clarke®

Clarke American Sanders

Customer Service Headquarters and Factory2100 Highway 265

Springdale, Arkansas 72764(479) 750-1000

Technical Service1-800-356-7274

AMERICAN-LINCOLN U.S. AND CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY

American-Lincoln warrants to the original end user, each new machine, new accessory and genuine replacement parts against defectsin material and workmanship under normal use and service. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of thedefective item at our factory or by an Authorized Service Center. Warranty coverage shall begin on the date of purchase by the originalend user (as evidenced by your invoice from the factory or Authorized Dealer). The warranty registration card should be completedand returned within 30 days of purchase. The warranty coverage period is specified below.

GROUP PARTS1 LABOR2 TRAVEL2,3

Industrial Rider Machines ( Battery) 2 years 6 months 6 monthsIndustrial Rider Machines (Internal Combustion) 2 years6 6 months6 6 months6

Encore L25HD / L26HD Walk Behind Scrubbers 3 years 1 year 90 daysEncore 20 / 33HD Walk Behind Scrubbers 1 year 1 year 90 daysEncore² Walk behind Scrubber 3 years 1 year 1 yearAccessories/Replacement Parts4 90 days none none

EXCEPTIONSRoto-mold Components 8 years See Note 5 See Note 5Stainless Steel Tanks 8 years See Note 5 See Note 5Vacuum Motors 1 year 1 year NoneTires (not including rims) Prorated over 1 year / First 90 days at 100%Batteries Prorated over 1 year / First 90 days at 100%Internal Combustion Engines See Separate Engine WarrantyExternal Battery Chargers As offered by manufacturer

NOTES:1-Parts repaired or replaced are guaranteed for the remainder of the original machine warranty period.2-Coverage only applicable to products sold and used in the United States and Canada.3-Travel warranty coverage limited to 3 hours of round trip travel time to remedy a defective product or part.4-Not sold with the new machine. Includes roto-mold components, stainless steel tanks and vacuum motors when sold separately.5-Follows warranty offered on original machine.6-Two (2) years or 2,000 hours of normal operation, whichever occurs first.

This warranty shall not apply to repairs resulting from accidents or misuse, damage in transit, overloading the capacity of the machine,failure due to lack of proper maintenance or care as described in the operating and maintenance instructions. Minor adjustments, suchas tightening of screws or bolts not connected with the replacement of parts, are not covered. Replacement of expendable wear itemssuch as scrub brushes, pad holders, carbon motor brushes, bulbs, bags, filters and various rubber/plastic parts are also not covered.Repairs or alterations by an organization other than the factory or an Authorized Service Center are not covered and will void anyAmerican-Lincoln warranty as to the parts or systems repaired or altered by a non-authorized organization.

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTIES STATED WITHIN. NO OTHERWARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ORFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS MADE EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN. ANY STATUTORY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THAT AREIMPOSED BY LAW DESPITE THE EXPRESS LIMITATION OR WARRANTIES ABOVE, ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE DURATIONOF THE WRITTEN WARRANTY. BUYER UNDERSTANDS, ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT THE REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDERTHIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE BUYER. AMERICAN-LINCOLN WILLNOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER OR ADDITIONAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO INDIRECT, SPECIAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, USE OF OR INABILITYTO USE THE MACHINE. ANY EXTENSIONS OF OR MODIFICATIONS MADE TO THIS WARRANTY BY A DEALER/DISTRIBUTOR OFAMERICAN-LINCOLN ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE DEALER/DISTRIBUTOR.

All transportation or shipping charges resulting from the return of machines, parts, or accessories shall be the responsibility of the end-user. When returning, please provide an explanation of the problem and include the serial number of the machine as well as the nameof the selling organization. The Technical Service department of the authorized Dealer Service Center or the factory will investigate andthen contact you.

Transportation of hazardous waste or contaminated equipment is subject to various laws and regulations. In returning machines, parts,or accessories under this limited warranty, the end user must certify in writing that the machines, parts or accessories being returnedhave not been used for handling, clean up, or disposal of hazardous waste or hazardous materials including but not limited to such thingsas asbestos, anthrax etc. or if the machines, parts or accessories being returned have been used for handling, clean up, or disposalof hazardous waste or hazardous materials, then the end user must have the machines, parts or accessories decontaminated by licensedand qualified decontamination professionals and provide written certification of this decontamination signed by the decontaminationprofessionals. These machines, parts or accessories are to be returned only to the local American-Lincoln Authorized Service Centerfor Warranty service along with decontamination certification.

AMERICAN-LINCOLN reserves the right to change its warranty policy without notice. This limited warranty supersedes all prior warrantiesfor machines ordered and shipped after December 31, 2005.

American-Lincoln®

14600 21st Avenue NorthPlymouth, MN 55447-3408www.americanlincoln.comPhone: 800-331-7692Fax: 877-877-2586

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