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[Optima XR Burnisher Operation Guide](https://equipment.betco.com/knowledge-base/equipment-operation?hsLang=en#optima-xr-burnisher-operation-guide) January 24, 2025 # Optima XR Operation Guide ## Steps required to operate and maintain the Optima XR floor burnisher. ### Machine Preparation - Prior to use, ensure propane tank is full, and engine oil is at the full line ![Optima XR oil level](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20oil%20level.png?width=372&height=200&name=Optima%20XR%20oil%20level.png) ![Optima XR propane level-2](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20propane%20level-2.png?width=372&height=317&name=Optima%20XR%20propane%20level-2.png) - Check burnisher pad condition by tipping machine to the right ![Optima XR pad condition](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20pad%20condition.png?width=372&height=169&name=Optima%20XR%20pad%20condition.png) - Buffing pad can be changed by removing center lock ![Optima XR buffing pad](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20buffing%20pad.png?width=372&height=348&name=Optima%20XR%20buffing%20pad.png) Warning: Do not lean machine to the left to check pad, this will cause oil to leak ![Optima XR oil check](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20oil%20check.png?width=372&height=237&name=Optima%20XR%20oil%20check.png) - Inspect fuel line for wear or damage ![Optima XR fuel line](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20fuel%20line.png?width=372&height=274&name=Optima%20XR%20fuel%20line.png) - Use pin to adjust handle to appropriate level for operator ![Optima XR handle setting](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20handle%20setting.png?width=372&height=258&name=Optima%20XR%20handle%20setting.png) - Place and clamp propane tank in carriage with nozzle facing front of machine ![Optima XR tank orientation](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20tank%20orientation.png?width=372&height=282&name=Optima%20XR%20tank%20orientation.png) - With propane valve closed, attach fuel line to the tank ![Optima XR fuel connection](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20fuel%20connection.png?width=372&height=231&name=Optima%20XR%20fuel%20connection.png) - Buffing pad --- ### Machine Operation - Open propane valve, and set throttle to slow speed ![Optima XR throttle starting position](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20throttle%20starting%20position.png?width=372&height=332&name=Optima%20XR%20throttle%20starting%20position.png) - Lean machine back onto rear castor wheel prior to starting engine ![Optima XR leaned back start position](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20leaned%20back%20start%20position.png?width=372&height=203&name=Optima%20XR%20leaned%20back%20start%20position.png) - Engage engine by moving key to start position ![Optima XR key position](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20key%20position.png?width=372&height=364&name=Optima%20XR%20key%20position.png) Note: Do not activate the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time - Move throttle to fast position ![Optima XR throttle fast position](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20throttle%20fast%20position.png?width=372&height=224&name=Optima%20XR%20throttle%20fast%20position.png) - Begin walking forward and slowly lower machine to the floor Warning: Be sure to always operate the machine at full speed - Continuously walk forward while operating machine to avoid damaging floor ![Optima XR standing warning](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20standing%20warning.png?width=372&height=181&name=Optima%20XR%20standing%20warning.png) - To stop using machine, tilt machine on back castor - Set throttle to slow speed, close fuel valve and wait for engine to stop ![Optima XR slow speed and closed valve](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20slow%20speed%20and%20closed%20valve.png?width=372&height=338&name=Optima%20XR%20slow%20speed%20and%20closed%20valve.png) - Turn key to off position once engine has stopped ![Optima XR key off](https://equipment.betco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Optima%20XR/Optima%20XR%20key%20off.png?width=372&height=233&name=Optima%20XR%20key%20off.png) --- ### Operation video guide   - [Troubleshooting](https://equipment.betco.com/knowledge-base/troubleshooting?hsLang=en#main-content) - [GeneSys Mid-Size Troubleshooting](https://equipment.betco.com/knowledge-base/troubleshooting?hsLang=en#genesys-mid-size-troubleshooting) - [Crewman AS20B Troubleshooting](https://equipment.betco.com/knowledge-base/troubleshooting?hsLang=en#crewman-as20b-troubleshooting) - [Optima XR Troubleshooting](https://equipment.betco.com/knowledge-base/troubleshooting?hsLang=en#optima-xr-troubleshooting) - 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