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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR N1026-N378 NOTICE FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ENCLOSED. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE THIS SAFETY INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO OTHERS THAT WILL OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNING COULD RESULT IN INJURY. PLACING MACHINE IN SERVICE Always install, operate, inspect, and maintain this product in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations (local, state, country, federal, etc.). Always use proper gauge cord with correct connections....

SECTION I INTRODUCTION This operation and maintenance manual is furnished with each NovaStrip 1026 unit. It outlines general equipment use and the operation and maintenance requirements for efficient and safe operation. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND DATA IN THIS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT. These instructions are for your protection and convenience. Please read them carefully since failure to follow the precautions could result in injury. Whenever using electric powered equipment, basic safety precautions should be followed. If after reading this manual anything...

Plug power cord into a grounded 20Amp outlet. Turn breaker switch to the ON position. The timer light will turn on to indicate the unit is heating. Heat panel will take about 15-20 minutes to heat to temperature. After 20 minutes, the timer will expire and the machine will shut off. The timer can be reset by tilting the unit towards the operator. CAUTION: While heat panel is heating to temperature if positioned over tile, check the tile periodically to insure you are not over heating the tile. Unit may have to be moved to a new section of tile before unit is up to full temperature. SECTION III...

N1026/N378 Control Panel 5. Circuit Breaker This is attached to the unit's main power supply to help protect the unit's controls against power surges. This is also included to help protect the operator against electrical shock. SECTION IV PRIOR TO START-UP Prior to attempting tile removal with the Novastrip ensure the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Make sure to clean dirt and debris from floor surface prior to tile removal. Whenever possible, strip excess wax and/or coating build-up on floor surface. Familiarize yourself with all fire extinguishers, fire safety equipment, and emergency exits....

NOTE: Once the timer reaches ZERO, power is cut to the heat panel, push the reset button to start elapse time or unit will proceed to cool down mode. SECTION V SETTING CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS Temperature / Timer Controller A. NOVATEK has set-in parameters which will allow you to increase or decrease the temperature. Press the temperature button and then the up arrow to increase, or down arrow to decrease the set temperature by increments of 5 degrees. Once you reach the lowest set point (400°) or highest set point (625°) the LED reading will not allow you to proceed past these parameters. You may...

4. While the unit is heating the new section of tile, remove the previously heated tile with a long reach scraper. 5. Once you have completed your removal application for the day, allow the time cycle to reach zero (alarm will sound) or press Emergency Stop Button. 6. This will shut off the power to the heat panel and the controller will go into cool down mode which will allow it to return to room temperature. 7. Place a block under the front of the unit's base shroud. This will allow air to circulate under the shroud helping to accelerate the cooling process. 8. The controller display will indicate...

DIAGRAM OF UNIT AND CONTROL PANEL N1026

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DIAGRAM OF UNIT AND CONTROL PANEL

SECTION VII SAFETY RULES The NOVATEK Corporation unit (NOVASTRIP 1026 and 378) is a highly efficient system designed to radiate heat through the tile to soften adhesive for tile removal. In order to properly operate this unit effectively and safely, the following safety precautions should be strictly adhered to: 1. 2. Do not leave unit unattended when connected to power source. Turn OFF electric supply and disconnect from power source every time the unit is not being used and/or before servicing. Do not operate with damaged and/or malfunctioning parts. If unit is not working as specified in this...

3. If when you turn the unit on the temperature / timer controller does not light, disconnect power supply and remove control panel. Check for any loose or disconnected wires. If there are no signs of loose or disconnected wires contact a NOVATEK service technician. The unit may need servicing. 4. If the controller is lit and the temperature indicates a low reading, but the heat panel gets hot, the thermocouple on the base may need to be pushed fully into the panel. Check for any loose or disconnected wiring. If wires are intact, replace thermocouple. 5. If the controller is lit and counts down...

WIRING DIAGRAM for NOVASTRIP N378

NOVATEK CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY The TOOLS manufactured by NOVATEK CORPORATION are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 180 DAYS from the date of purchase from NOVATEK CORPORATION. This warranty does not apply to accessories. All electrical components of the tool are also warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 180 DAYS. This warranty applies only to TOOLS purchased new from NOVATEK CORPORATION. This warranty does not apply to any TOOL which has been abused, misused, modified, or repaired by someone other than...