I-GUM OPERATOR MANUAL

Clemas & Co. Unit 5 Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Tewkesbury,

Gloucestershire, GL20 8NB.

Tel: 01684 850777 Fax: 01684 850707

Email: info@clemas.co.uk Web: www.clemas.co.uk

Contents Chewing Gum Removal Machine

Warranty details

Machine parts

Preparation for use

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DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. IF THE MACHINE IS OPERATED INCORRECTLY IT CAN

POSE DANGER TO THE OPERATOR AND OTHERS AND WILL INVALIDATE THE

MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY. BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE

FOLLOWING:

1. A Risk Assessment for the works to be undertaken.

2. MSDS Chemical Data Sheet.

3. Risk Assessment for Chemical use.

4. LPG data sheet.

The Chewing Gum Removal machine should only be operated with the service packs

supplied. Using alternative supplies may cause damage to the machine and cause a risk

to the operative. Using alternative supplies voids manufacturer’s warranty.

Preparation for use

Warranty:

Machine parts

Lance

Flexible

Hose

Grip

Carry

Handle

Exhaust

Brush

Controls

Back Strap

Lid

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Before inserting the LPG Gas and gum removal chemical correctly fit the backpack to the

operator by adjusting the straps to fit. The backpack has been designed to be kept upright at all

times when the LPG and gum removal chemical are inserted. This is important to the operation

of the machine.

Cautions when using the machine:

Keep the unit upright at all times when operating or when chemical or gas is

inserted.

The rechargeable battery has been designed to be fully charged BEFORE each use.

Only use the approved solution and LPG for the safe use of the machine.

Using other consumable items in the machine invalidates the warranty and

will lead to damage of the internal parts of the machine and also may pose

a risk to the operative.

Make sure the operator has read and understood these instructions before

attempting to use the machine and is fully trained in its operation.

LPG gas consumption will vary slightly according to atmospheric pressures. The

service pack contains 2 x LPG gas bottles, which will last approximately 8 hours.

Chemical (2 Litre) will last for approximately 2 hours of continual use. 4 x chemical

bottles will last for approximately 8 continual hour’s operation.

The Brushes will wear according to the surface being cleaned. Each Brush will last for

approximately 4 hours. 2 x Brushes will last for 8 hours continual operation of the machine.

Only use the specifically designed brush as this has a jet incorporated for the machine

to work correctly.

Choose a wire brush for solid urban surfaces such as concrete, natural stone, tarmacadam,

asphalt and other common urban surfaces. Choose a nylon brush for soft surfaces such as

manmade flooring, sandstone etc. Choose the green carpet nylon brus wooden flooring,

entrance matting and heavy-duty carpet.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Always complete a test patch on the above surfaces to make sure no damage occurs to the

flooring or surface.

When a machine is purchased, it require a service pack. Each service pack provides

a continuous 8 hour operation and consists of:

2 x LPG Gas Cartridges

4 x Chemical Bottles

2 x Brushes

Consumable Items:

Service Pack:

2 3

Before operating the machine:

Installation 1.

Screw a wire or nylon ecogum removal

brush onto the end of the Nozzle of the Lance.

1 2Ensure that the

machine battery has

been fully charged

before each 8 hour

cycle

3 4Insert the solution bottle

into the square hole in

the unit.

Turn the 2 gas valves on.

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Remove the cap from

the chemical bottle.

Remove the Lid

using the black

Clips

Screw the black cap onto the bottle

(which is attached to the unit by a

tube) and make sure the tube is

pushed as far down as it will go into

the bottle.

Screw the 2 LPG gas cartridges

onto the gas valve manifold

ensuring that it is tightly connected

and place these into the unit. Ensure

the orange hose is pushed down.

Replace the lid securely

by the 2 clips either side

& ensure pipes/cables

are not snagged.

There is a safety switch

which operates the gas

solonoid on the lid.

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1

2

3

4

2

Turning ON the machine:

Using the machine:

Make sure the speed

controller is set at 12

o’clock facing directly

upright in the off position ‘0’

Turn the pump/gas/fan

on by pushing the red

switch to the postion 1

3 4After approx. 5 seconds push the

red starter button until you hear

the unit ignite, then release.

If machine does not fire up start

re-check instructions from 1.

Place the brush on the piece of flattened gum and wait 5-10 seconds.

Agitate the flattened gum with the brush until you see it disintegrate

by using circular motions – do not scrub or apply pressure. The

weight of the lance with agitation is all that is required.

Remove the lance from the gum and use a broom to

sweep across the area to ensure the gum has been destroyed or if

further cleaning is needed.

As gum deposits are all different there will be varying times taken to

destroy each piece.

A small adjustment may be required on the speed controller depending on what type of surface you are removing the gum and how much fluid is required.

The unit will take about 3 minutes to

heat up. Slowly turn the speed

controller to number 2 and wait until the

brush starts to steam. After 1 minute

adjust as neccessary.

Installation 2.

2

3 4

1Turn the red switch off which

will isolate the machine.

Turn gas valves off.

5 Turn the red switch off so the

pump is no longer working.

Remove the Gas

and Chemical

bottles from the

system.

To drain the unit, turn the

switch ON..

With the speed control at

NO.10 until there is no fluid

coming from the nozzle at

the end of the lance.

Turning OFF the machine:

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Safety Data Sheetaccording to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31

GUM REMOVER SOLUTION

Safety Data Sheetaccording to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31

GUM REMOVER SOLUTION

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Safety Data Sheetaccording to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31

GUM REMOVER SOLUTION

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SAFETY DATA SHEET 8. Exposure Controls First Aid: Remove the affected person to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, administer artificial

DATE REVISED: 01.03.13 Take measures to prevent: respiration. Give external cardiac massage if necessary. If the person is breathing, but unconscious,

Supersedes SDS dated N/A Physical contact with liquid gas. Exposure to gas vapour in enclosed spaces. place in the recovery position. Obtain medical assistance immediately.

Date issued: 01.03.13 Exposure Control Limits, and source: Notes for Doctors: No special information.

THIS DATA SHEET HAS BEEN PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH Relevant only to unburned gases. The following exposure limits are taken from the health & Safety 12. Ecological Information

CRONER'S HAZARD INFORMATION AND PACKAGING GUIDE Executive Guidance Note EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits. Possible effects:

Workplace Exposure Limits: No known effects on the environment.

Butane-Propane Gas Mixture (A.O.): Behaviour:

Butane-Propane Mix Gas Cartridge 1450 mg/cubic metre (600ppm) 8-hourTWA value. No known ecological damage will be caused by this product.

Unique reference number(s): 1810 mg/cubic metre (700ppm) 15-minTWA value. Environmental fate:

Liquefied Petroleum Gas: When released to Air, soil and water, the majority of the product will rapidly evaporate.

Company name, address and normal telephone number: 1750 mg/cubic metre (1000ppm) 8-hourTWA value 13. Disposal Considerations

EcoGum, 349-353 High Street 2180 mg/cubic metre (1200ppm) 15-minTWA value. Likely residues/waste product (if any):

Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9PU, England Respiratory protection: No known residues. Waste product: Metal Container.

T: +44 (0)161 367 1315 F: +44(0)161 367 1316 Should be used if there is a risk of high vapour concentration. Safe handling of any residues/waste product:

E: info@ecogum.co.uk Hand protection: Any disposal route should comply with local by-laws and the requirements of the Environment

Emergency telephone no: Use rubber gloves if in contact with liquid. Protection Act, 1990. Liquefied Butane Gases are subject to the Control of Pollution (Special

+44(0)161 121 427 5815 Skin protection: Waste) Regulations 1980.

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients Wear protective overalls with long sleeves to protect exposed skin. For disposal of surplus quantities of GoSystem gas containers, contact your local supplier, or

Preparation: BUTANE (LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS) Eye protection: representative.

Substance CAS EC Index EEC Einics Use goggles or face shield when handling in liquid form. 14. Transport information

number: number: number: number: When used as a fuel source, the above controls will not be necessary. Classification for carriage: Flammable gas

Butane 106-97-8 601-004-00-0 203-448-7 270-704-2 However, products fuelled by LPG should always be used in well ventilated areas, ARD/RID Proper shipping name: Mi xture of gases listed under 11º5º(b) Butane

Propane 74-98-6 601-003-00-5 200-827-9 200-827-9 preferably outdoors. (Lique fied Petroleum Gas).

Hydrocarbons C3-4 Rich, Petroleum Distillates, Petroleum Gas Liquefied. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Preparation identification number: 1965 (1075) Mixture AO, NOS, ARD

Other extremely flammable components. Appearance: Colourless Land transport ADR/RID

3. Hazards Identifications Odour: Distinctive and unpleasant (stenched) ARD/RID Class: 2

The most important hazards are: pH: Neutral UN Number: 2037

EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS Boiling point/boiling point range: -42 Deg.C. Hazard Class: SF

EXPOSURE TO HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF VAPOUR Flashpoint (ºC) closed cup: Less than -40 Deg.C. Packing Group: - Combination packages

CAN LEAD TO NAUSEA, HEADACHE, DIZZINESS AND Flammability (gas/solid): Not applicable (Fibreboard) - Limited Quantities

IN EXTREME CASES, LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS, Autoflammability: 410/550 Deg.C, Labels: 2. 1

AND IN OXYGEN DEFICIENT ENVIRONMENTS, DEATH. Explosive properties: Not applicable Name and description: RECEPTACLES SMALL CONTAINING

SKIN CONTACT WITH LIQUEFIED GAS CAN CAUSE COLD BURNS Oxidising properties: Not applicable GAS (GAS CARTRIDGE)

4. First Aid Measures Vapour pressure: 4.1 ba r @ 20 Deg.C. Marine Transport IMDG

Immediate medical attention required: Yes Relative density: @ 15 Deg.C:0,55 to 0,56 IMDG Class: 2

Professional assistance from physician required: Yes Solubility (water and fat): Immi scible UN Number: 2037

Summary of first aid is as follows: 10. Stability & Reactivity Packing Group: - Combination packages

Inhalation: remove subject to fresh air as soon as possible using self contained breathing Conditions to avoid: (Fibreboard) - Limited Quantities

apparatus if appropriate to protect rescuer. If subject breathing, keep warm and at rest, preferably Sources of ignition (store below 50 Deg.C.) Labels: 2. 1

lying down. Do not leave the subject. Remove contaminated clothing if possible. If subject has Materials to avoid: Name and description: RECEPTACLES SMALL CONTAINING

stopped breathing, give appropriate artificial respiration (preferably with a brook airway). When Strong oxidising agents, e.g. chlorates which may be used in agriculture. GAS (GAS CARTRIDGE)

breathing starts, place subject in recovery position. Do not leave the victim. Get medical assistance Hazardous decomposition: Air transport ICAO/IATA

as soon as possible, remove to hospital for further treatment. Give oxygen if available (short The substances arising from the thermal decomposition of these products will largely depend ARD/RID Class: 2.1

applications, not continuous therapy). on the conditions bringing about the decomposition. The following substances may be expected UN Number: 2037

Skin contact: Immediately drench skin with cold water, irrigating the affected area for 10 minutes. As from normal combustion: Packing Group: - Combination packages

soon as possible get medical aid and/or remove subject to hospital for specialised treatment. Carbon Dioxide: (Fibreboard) - Limited Quantities

Eye contact: Immediately drench eyes with cold water, irrigating the affected area for 10 minutes. As Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons Labels: 2. 1

soon as possible get medical aid and/or remove subject to hospital for specialised treatment. Carbon Monoxide: Name and description: RECEPTACLES SMALL CONTAINING

Ingestion: Remove subject to fresh air as soon as possible, and follow the guidelines for 'Inhalation' Unburned Hydrocarbons GAS (GAS CARTRIDGE)

above. Water: 15. Regulatory Information

5. Fire-Fighting Measures Unidentified Organic and Inorganic Compounds Supply label information: This information has been classified according to the requirements

Suitable extinguishing media: Particulate Matter: waste) Regulations 1980.

Dry powder - Use water fog/spray to contain the fire. Nitrogen Oxides Dangerous for supply:

1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and Company Substance or

preparation trade name:

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g j p , g y ( )

above. Water: 15. Regulatory Information

5. Fire-Fighting Measures Unidentified Organic and Inorganic Compounds Supply label information: This information has been classified according to the requirements

Suitable extinguishing media: Particulate Matter: waste) Regulations 1980.

Dry powder - Use water fog/spray to contain the fire. Nitrogen Oxides Dangerous for supply:

Unsuitable extinguishing media: 11. Toxicological Information Symbols: Flame

Acute Health Hazards and Advice. Category of Danger: Extremely Flammable

Liquefied Butane Gases under normal conditions of storage and use are not likely to present a

Special exposure hazards in fire: health hazard. The gas is heavier than air and in the event of a spillage will collect in depressions, Risk Phrases: R12 Extremely Flammable

pits, drains, confined spaces, etc.c where it can present a health hazard Safety Phrases: S2 Keep out of reach of children

Inhalation

Required special protective equipment for fire fighters: Exposure to higher concentrations of Liquefied Butane Gases can lead to drowsiness, S9 Keep container in a well ventilated place

Fires involving gases usually give off TOXIC FUMES and VAPOURS. unconsciousness, and subsequent asphyxiation. Very high concentrations can lead to abnormal S16 Keep away from sources of ignition

heart rhythms and possibly death. Applicable EU Provisions and associated UK legislation:

Precautions: Inhalation of vapours should be avoided. Where, exceptionally, higher concentrations

6. Accidental Release measures of vapour are likely to be present, e.g. in the event of a spillage in a badly ventilated area, persons Dangerous substances Directive 67/548/EEC

Personal precautions: If there is a leakage from a small amount of gas, evacuate people from the should not be allowed to enter the area, even in an emergency, until the atmosphere has been The Preparations Directive 88/379/EEC

immediate danger area, and the area of the path of the gas cloud, if possible. Switch off all sources checked and passed as safe by a competent person. The Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging for supply) Regulations 2002 (SI No.1689) (CHIP3)

of ignition. No smoking. Isolate leaking container(s), if possible. Stop leak at source. If leakage First Aid: Remove the affected person to fresh air. If breathing has stopped administer artificial The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (Amendment) Regulations 2004 (COSHH 2004)

cannot be stopped, remove containers(s) to an isolated area, clear of buildings, people and sources respiration . Give external cardiac massage if necessary. Obtain medical assistance immediately. 16. Other Information

of ignition. Skin Training advice:

Environmental precautions: If possible, allow gas to be released slowly into the atmosphere to Skin contact with Liquefied Butane Gases, occurring as a result of the rapid evaporation of the The most important considerations are handling and storage. Code f Practice 7, referenced below

produce a harmless dilution. Disperse gas using a hose reel fitted with a water spray or fog nozzle, or liquid gas, may result in cold burns. gives all the necessary information required.

by air agitation. Precautions: Avoid contact with the skin by the use of suitable protective clothing. Further information:

Methods for cleaning: Attempts should be made to prevent gas vapours entering drains or gullies. First Aid: Burns should be flushed with water to normalise temperature. Cover the burns with sterile Code of Practice 7 Storage of Full and Empty LPG Cylinders and Cartridges.

Vapours will disperse to atmosphere if sufficient air flow is available. dressings. Do not apply ointments or powders. Obtain medical attention. Croner's Dangerous Substances

Where appropriate refer to information under headings "8. Exposure controls" and "13. Disposal Eyes Shell Gas Technical and Safety Data Sheet. Shell UK Ltd.

considerations" Eye contact with rapidly evaporating Liquefied butane Gases may cause cold burns. IMCO Guide

7. Handling and Storage Precautions: If there is a risk of eye contact when handling the liquid, sensible eye protection Approved Supply List

Handling: GoSystem gas cartridges are supplied from the factory in Fibreboard Combination should be used. Other.

Packages of 12 gas cartridges per package. First Aid: Burns should be flushed with water to normalise temperature. Cover the eye with a sterile ARD/RID Regulations

Packages should be handled with care and kept upright when transferring the packages. dressing and obtain medical attention immediately. The data contained in this Safety Sheet has been supplied as a requirement by the Chemicals

Storage: the storage of LPG is subject to legislative controls. The primary piece of legislation Ingestion (Hazard Identification and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002, for the purpose of protecting

affecting the storage of LPG is the Highly Flammable liquids and Liquefied Petroleum Gases Whilst this is not a normal hazard associated with Liquefied Butane Gases, abuse by inverting gas the health and safety of industrial and commercial users who are deemed capable of

Regulations 1972. LPG must be stored in purpose built Containment systems. containers can result in the liquid being ingested. In these circumstances the hazards are the same understanding and acting on the information provided.

LPGA Code of practice 7 should be consulted in order to comply with the legislation (obtainable as for inhalation. Please ensure that it is passed to the appropriate person(s) in your company, who are capable of

from HMSO book shops and the L.P. Gas Association). Precautions: Liquefied gas should never be ingested. acting on the information.

Approach fire or gas leaks with caution from upwind and with respiratory protection if available.

Standard water jet fire hoses can spread the fire and may cause dangerous explosions.

Danger of explosion in enclosed space - keep nearby gas containers cool with water spray.

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