When
choosing different pads and brushes for the Orbiter, there
is no exact science to which pad or brush is most suitable
on a particular floor. Pads are good for scrubbing and polishing
flat surfaces.
Brushes
work well for getting into recesses in non-flat surfaces,
like tile, where the bristles can get into grout lines. When
you choose an accessory, remember - you want one aggressive
enough to do the job but gentle enough not to damage the floor.
It is really common sense.
For
example, do not use a black pad (aggressive) on a wood floor
(soft floor). Start with what is safe and move to more aggressive
if needed.
The pads
are color coded depending on how aggressive they are (except
for the beige marble pad): White is the softest, followed
by red, green, brown and black being the most aggressive.
Pads are designed to be porous and open-weave (except the
beige pad) so that when it loosens dirt it can pick it up.
The dirt goes inside the pad (i.e. off the floor. All pads
can be turned over and the other side used before cleaning
or disposing. Pads may be hosed off in some instances and
re-used.
Brushes
are also color coded with Black being the softest followed
by the union mix (tan) brush, the orange scrub brush, with
the brown grit brush being the most aggressive.
Never
store the Orbiter with a pad or brush mounted on it because
they can become deformed, especially the brushes.
Why
Is The Commercial Oreck Orbiter Higher Priced Than The Residential
Oreck Orbiter I See Advertised?
While
they look alike that’s where the difference ends:
• The Commercial Orbiter uses many steel parts where
the Residential Orbiter uses plastic parts. Greater Strength
and Durability!
• The Commercial Orbiter has a full 50% MORE POWER!
That’s right, a whopping 1/2 HP Commercial Motor vs.
the residential 1/3 HP motor. More power means better cleaning
and a longer lasting machine!
• The Residential Orbiter is a fine machine for occasional
home cleaning. The Commercial Orbiter’s 5 Year Warranty
For Commercial Use is based on an estimated usage of up to
40 hours per week for 5 Years! Residential Warranties are
based on 1 to 2 hours per week maximum usage. (Note: Residential
Warranty is voided if used commercially.)
• The Commercial Orbiter earns its higher price through
on the floor performance, again and again!
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