MAINTENANCE GUIDES
Common Floor Scrubber Problems and What Causes Them
These are possible causes, not a diagnostic procedure. Stop and isolate the machine first, then complete only the checks permitted by the supplied manual and your training.
Water left on the floor
- Worn, nicked or incorrectly adjusted squeegee blades
- Blocked vacuum hose or filter
- Full recovery tank or activated float shut-off
- Damaged tank lid seal reducing suction
Poor cleaning result
- Worn brushes or pads, or the wrong grade for the floor
- Insufficient solution flow
- Travel speed too high for the soil level
- Loose debris not removed before scrubbing
Short runtime
- Batteries not fully charged before the shift
- Ageing batteries approaching replacement
- Charging routine not matching the manufacturer's instructions
Unusual noise or vibration
Stop and isolate the machine. Check only what the supplied manual permits and request service where the cause is not safely visible or the issue persists.
When to call for service
If the check does not resolve it, or the fault involves motors, electrics or the drive system, arrange a service rather than continuing to operate the machine.
Talk it through with someone who knows the machines
Tell us about the floor, the cleaning window and the constraints. We will tell you what suits the site — including when a smaller machine is the better answer.