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Tips on Getting the Most Out of Your
Manual Sweeper
There are cleaning tips that can
apply to just about every type of cleaning tool and equipment as well as
every type of cleaning task … even using a manual sweeper such as Tornado’s
new line of sweepers for commercial and
industrial use.
These sweepers are designed to clean as much as 30,000 square feet
in an hour. The machine eliminates the need for brooms and, in those
locations such as industrial sites that used to be cleaned by hosing down
floor surfaces, it can save literally thousands of gallons of water.
But it has to be used properly. Here are some suggestions
on getting the most out of a manual sweeper: Read the operator’s manual:
Believe it or not, not all sweepers are the same; some will have functions
or features not found on other machines. A few minutes reviewing the
operator’s manual can make this cleaning task faster, safer, and more
effective. |
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Clear the area to be cleaned first: Instead of stopping to
pick up chairs, tables, and other objects on the floor on an as-you-clean
basis, pick everything up in the specific area to be cleaned before you
start. This can reduce time and improve worker productivity significantly.
Empty the collection container before it needs it: Although
the performance of the machine will not necessarily decrease as the
machine’s collection area fills, as can happen with some vacuum cleaners, it
is still a good policy to empty it before it gets too full. This can help
keep the machine light and easier to use and maneuver and makes emptying the
container less physically taxing.
Avoid moisture: In most cases, manually powered sweepers
are designed to be used in dry areas. It will likely not damage the sweeper
should it collect moisture from the area being cleaned; however, it may
impair its performance. The brushes are typically designed to help collect
dry soils, dirt, and dust. If they get wet, these contaminants may collect
on the brushes, impeding their ability to collect and remove them.
Sweep often: Using a manual sweeper can be one of the
quickest and most effective ways to clean hard surface areas, inside and
out. However, the more often an area is cleaned, the faster the task can be
completed and the better the performance of the machine. It’s like just
about any other cleaning task: If it has not been performed recently or
regularly, it can take considerably more time to clean the area effectively.
Repetition and frequency in cleaning typically means the job gets easier and
surfaces stay cleaner over time. |
