Advance acoustic SC400 User manual

SC400
INSTRUCTION FOR USE
INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION
INSTRUCCIONES DE USO
INSTRUÇÕES DE USO
Advance model: 9087310020
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
PORTUGUÊS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................. 2
MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 2
TARGET........................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL....................................................................................................................................................... 2
IDENTIFICATION DATA................................................................................................................................................................... 2
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS................................................................................................................................................... 2
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................. 2
CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................................................................ 2
OPERATION CAPABILITIES........................................................................................................................................................... 3
CONVENTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
UNPACKING/DELIVERY ................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE......................................................................................................................................... 3
SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MANUAL............................................................................................................................... 4
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................................................ 4
MACHINE DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................... 6
MACHINE STRUCTURE ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
HANDLEBAR WITH CONTROL PANEL.......................................................................................................................................... 8
ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS.............................................................................................................................................................. 9
TECHNICAL DATA........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
WIRING DIAGRAM........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
USE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE .....................................................................................................................11
BATTERY TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL/AGM)......................................................................................................................... 12
BEFORE MACHINE START-UP.................................................................................................................................................... 13
MACHINE START AND STOP....................................................................................................................................................... 14
MACHINE OPERATION (SCRUBBING/DRYING)......................................................................................................................... 15
TANK EMPTYING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
AFTER USING THE MACHINE..................................................................................................................................................... 17
RECOVERY TANK REMOVAL ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
FIRST PERIOD OF USE ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................................. 18
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE ......................................................................................................................................... 18
SQUEEGEE CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT.................................................................................................................... 19
BRUSH CLEANING....................................................................................................................................................................... 20
TANK AND VACUUM GRID CLEANING ....................................................................................................................................... 20
SOLUTION FILTER CLEANING.................................................................................................................................................... 21
MACHINE SPEED ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................................ 21
BATTERY CHARGING .................................................................................................................................................................. 22
FUSE CHECK/REPLACEMENT.................................................................................................................................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................... 24
SCRAPPING .................................................................................................................................................................. 24
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INTRODUCTION
NOTE
The numbers in brackets refer to the components shown in Machine Description chapter.
MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS
The purpose of this Manual is to provide the operator with all necessary information to use the machine properly, in a safe and
autonomous way. It contains information about technical data, safety, operation, storage, maintenance, spare parts and disposal.
Before performing any procedure on the machine, the operators and qualied technicians must read this Manual carefully. Contact
Advance in case of doubts concerning the interpretation of the instructions and for any further information.
TARGET
This Manual is intended for operators and technicians qualied to perform the machine maintenance.
The operators must not perform procedures reserved for qualied technicians. Advance will not be answerable for damages coming
from the non-observance of this prohibition.
HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL
The Instruction for use Manual must be kept near the machine, inside an adequate case, away from liquids and other substances
that can cause damage to it.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
The machine model and serial number are marked on the plate (1).
Product code and year of production are marked on the same plate.
This information is useful when requiring machine spare parts. Use the following table to write down the machine identication data.
MACHINE model ...............................................................................
PRODUCT code ................................................................................
MACHINE serial number ...................................................................
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS
– Electronic battery charger Manual, to be considered as integral part of this Manual
– Spare Parts List (supplied with the machine)
– Service Manual (that can be consulted at Advance Service Centers)
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE
All necessary operating, maintenance and repair procedures must be performed by qualied personnel or by Advance Service
Centers. Only original spare parts and accessories must be used.
Contact Advance for service or to order spare parts and accessories, specifying the machine model, product code and serial
number.
CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS
Advance constantly improves its products and reserves the right to make changes and improvements at its discretion without being
obliged to apply such benets to the machines that were previously sold.
Any change and/or addition of accessories must be approved and performed by Advance.
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OPERATION CAPABILITIES
These scrubber-dryers are used to clean (scrubbing and drying) smooth and solid oors, in civil or industrial environment, under
safe operation conditions by a qualied operator.
The scrubber-dryers cannot be used for tted carpet and carpet cleaning.
CONVENTIONS
Forward, backward, front, rear, left or right are intended with reference to the operator’s position, that is to say in driving position
with the hands on the handlebar (2).
UNPACKING/DELIVERY
To unpack the machine, carefully follow the instructions on the packing.
When the machine is delivered, check that the packing and the machine were not damaged during transportation.
In case of visible damages, keep the packing and have it checked by the carrier that delivered it. Call the carrier immediately to ll
in a damage claim.
Please check that the following items have been supplied with the machine:
– Technical documents:
• Scrubber-dryer instruction for use Manual
• Battery Charger Manual
• Scrubber-dryer Spare Parts List
– No. 1 40 A lamellar fuse
WARNING!
The Products sold with this Manual contain or may contain chemicals that are known to certain governments
(such as the State of California, as identied in its Proposition 65 Regulatory Warning Law) to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In certain locations (including the State of California) purchasers of
these Products that place them in service at an employment job site or a publicly accessible space are required
by regulation to make certain notices, warnings or disclosures regarding the chemicals that are or may be
contained in the Products at or about such work sites. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to know the content
of, and to comply with, any laws and regulations relating to the use of these Products in such environments.
The Manufacturer disclaims any responsibility to advise purchasers of any specic requirements that may be
applicable to the use of the Products in such environments.
SAFETY
The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous situations. Always read this information carefully and take all necessary
precautions to safeguard people and property.
The operator’s cooperation is essential in order to prevent injury. No accident prevention program is effective without the total
cooperation of the person responsible for the machine operation. Most of the accidents that may occur in a factory, while working
or moving around, are caused by failure to comply with the simplest rules for exercising prudence. A careful and prudent operator is
the best guarantee against accidents and is essential for successful completion of any prevention program.
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
WARNING!
Carefully read all the instructions before performing any operation on the machine.
WARNING!
Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurized water jets.
max.2%
WARNING!
Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding the specications.
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SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MANUAL
DANGER!
It indicates a dangerous situation with risk of death for the operator.
WARNING!
It indicates a potential risk of injury for people.
CAUTION!
It indicates a caution or a remark related to important or useful functions.
Pay careful attention to the paragraphs marked by this symbol.
NOTE
It indicates a remark related to important or useful functions.
CONSULTATION
It indicates the necessity to refer to the Instruction for use Manual before performing any procedure.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Specic warnings and cautions to inform about potential damages to people and machine are shown below.
DANGER!
–Before performing any cleaning, maintenance, repair or replacement procedure, turn the program selection
knob to “0” and disconnect the battery connector.
–This machine must be used by properly trained operators only.
–Do not wear jewels when working near electrical components.
–Do not work under the lifted machine without supporting it with safety stands.
–Do not operate the machine near toxic, dangerous, ammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or vapors:
This machine is not suitable for collecting dangerous powders.
–When using lead (WET) batteries, keep sparks, ames and smoking materials away from the batteries. During
the normal operation explosive gases are released.
–When using lead (WET) batteries, battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. During battery
charging, remove the recovery tank and perform this procedure in well-ventilated areas and away from naked
ames.
WARNING!
–Carefully read all the instructions before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.
–Before using the battery charger, ensure that frequency and voltage values, indicated on the machine serial
number plate, match the electrical mains voltage.
–Do not pull or carry the machine by the battery charger cable and never use the battery charger cable as
a handle. Do not close a door on the battery charger cable, or pull the battery charger cable around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the machine on the battery charger cable.
–Keep the battery charger cable away from heated surfaces.
–Do not charge the batteries if the battery charger cable or the plug are damaged. If the machine is not
working as it should, has been damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to the Service Center.
–To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury, do not leave the machine unattended when it is plugged
in. Before performing any maintenance procedure, disconnect the battery charger cable from the electrical
mains.
–Do not smoke while charging the batteries.
–Always protect the machine against the sun, rain and bad weather, both under operation and inactivity
condition. Store the machine indoors, in a dry place: This machine must be used in dry conditions, it must
not be used or kept outdoors in wet conditions.
–Before using the machine, close all doors and/or covers as shown in the Instruction for use Manual.
–This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for they safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
–Close attention is necessary when used near children.
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WARNING!
–Use only as shown in this Manual. Use only Advance’s recommended accessories.
–Check the machine carefully before each use, always check that all the components have been assembled
before use. If the machine is not perfectly assembled it can cause damages to people and properties.
–Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the machine
moving parts.
–Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding the specications.
–Do not use the machine on incline.
–Do not tilt the machine more than the angle indicated on the machine itself, in order to prevent instability.
–Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.
–Use the machine only where a proper lighting is provided.
–While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to people or objects.
–Do not bump into shelves or scaffoldings, especially where there is a risk of falling objects.
–Do not lean liquid containers on the machine, use the relevant can holder.
–The machine operating temperature must be between +32°F and +104°F (0°C and +40°C).
–The machine storage temperature must be between +32°F and +104°F (0°C and +40°C).
–The humidity must be between 30% and 95%.
–When using oor cleaning detergents, follow the instructions on the labels of the detergent bottles.
–To handle oor cleaning detergents, wear suitable gloves and protections.
–Do not use the machine as a means of transport.
–Do not allow the brush/pad to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging the oor.
–In case of re, use a powder re extinguisher, not a water one.
–Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions
scrupulously.
–Do not allow any object to enter into the openings. Do not use the machine if the openings are clogged.
Always keep the openings free from dust, hairs and any other foreign material which could reduce the air
ow.
–Do not remove or modify the plates afxed to the machine.
–This machine cannot be used on roads or public streets.
–Pay attention during machine transportation when temperature is below freezing point. The water in the
recovery tank or in the hoses could freeze and seriously damage the machine.
–Use brushes and pads supplied with the machine or those specied in the Instruction for use Manual. Using
other brushes or pads could reduce safety.
–In case of machine malfunctions, ensure that these are not due to lack of maintenance. If necessary, request
assistance from the authorised personnel or from an authorised Service Center.
–If parts must be replaced, require ORIGINAL spare parts from an Authorised Dealer or Retailer.
–To ensure machine proper and safe operation, the scheduled maintenance shown in the relevant chapter of
this Manual, must be performed by the authorised personnel or by an authorised Service Center.
–Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurised water jets, or with corrosive substances.
–The machine must be disposed of properly, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (batteries,
etc.), which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centres (see Scrapping chapter).
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MACHINE DESCRIPTION
MACHINE STRUCTURE
1. Serial number plate/technical data/conformity certication
2. Handlebar with control panel
3. Can holder
4. Solution ow opening/closing valve
5. Solution solenoid valve
6. Recovery tank cover
7. Rear wheel to support the lifted squeegee
8. Central wheels on xed axle
9. Brush/pad
10. Brush/pad-holder deck
11. Squeegee
12. Squeegee mounting handwheels
13. Front squeegee blade
14. Rear squeegee blade
15. Squeegee blade mounting springs
16. Recovery water drain hose
17. Recovery water drain hose bracket
18. Solution drain hose with level check marks
19. Squeegee lifting/lowering pedal
20. Solution lter
21. Battery charger cable
22. Squeegee vacuum hose
23. Parking wheel
23a. Engaged parking wheel
23b. Disengaged parking wheel
24. Parking wheel positioning pin
25. Electrical component box
26. Battery charger
27. Battery charger warning lights
28. Recovery water drain plug
29. Battery connector (red). This connector also works as
EMERGENCY push-button, to stop immediately all
functions.
30. Recovery tank
31. Solution tank
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FRONT OF
MACHINE
BACK OF
MACHINE
PANEL
12V 12V
PANEL
41
42
54
46
50
53
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51
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55
48
49
52
56
57
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41. Recovery tank cover (open)
42. Recovery tank cover gasket
43. Front brush/pad-holder support
44. Recovery tank compartment
45. Solution tank ller neck
46. Vacuum grid with automatic shut-off oat
47. Solution removable ller hose
48. Vacuum system motor
49. Brush/pad-holder motor
50. Batteries
51. Battery connection diagram
52. Machine straight forward movement adjusting handwheel
53. Machine forward speed adjusting handwheel
54. Brush
55. Pad-holder
56. Pad
57. Brush rotation direction
58. Lifted squeegee
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HANDLEBAR WITH CONTROL PANEL
61. Handlebar
62. Program selection knob
63. Program: brush - vacuum system - solution ow activation
64. Program: brush - solution ow activation
65. Program: vacuum system activation
66. Machine switching off “0”
67. Solution ow push-button Press to reach the desired
quantity, as shown by LEDs (68).
68. LED indicators with double function:
• Solution ow indicators
1 LED on:
Minimum “ECO” solution ow.
2 LEDs on:
Medium solution ow.
3 LEDs on:
Maximum solution ow.
LEDs off:
Closed solution ow.
• Battery charge indicators
Green LED:
Charged batteries.
Yellow LED:
Nearly discharged batteries.
Red LED:
The batteries are discharged.
69. Machine start-up enabling push-button
70. Brush levers
71. Handlebar inclination adjusting lever
NOTE
If the batteries are charged, the LEDs indicate the battery charge level only in the rst 5 seconds after machine start-up.
When the batteries are nearly or fully discharged, the battery charge level is constantly shown. In this case, to see the
solution ow, the push-button (67) must be pressed.
63
66
70 6769
62
64
65
61
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71
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ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS
In addition to the standard components, the machine can be equipped with the following accessories/options, according to the
machine specic use:
– Batteries
– Brushes/pads of different materials
For further information concerning the optional accessories, contact an authorised Retailer.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model SC400 17 B
Solution tank capacity 6.0 US gal (23 liters)
Recovery tank capacity 5.5 US gal (21 liters)
Machine length 48.4 in (1,230 mm)
Machine width with squeegee 28.3 in (720 mm)
Machine width without squeegee 22.4 in (570 mm)
Min/max machine height with adjustable handlebar 28.5 - 43.9 in (725 - 1,115 mm)
Minimum turning radius 29.5 in (750 mm)
Cleaning width 17 in (430 mm)
Wheel diameter 9.8 in (250 mm)
Wheel pressure on the oor 290 psi (2 N/mm2)
Brush/pad diameter 17 in (430 - 432 mm)
Brush/pad pressure with full tank and lowered squeegee 77 lb (35 kg)
Min/max solution ow 0.1 / 0.42 gpm (0.4 / 1.6 liters/min)
Sound pressure level at workstation (ISO 11201, ISO 4871, EN 60335-2-72) (LpA) 65 dB(A) ± 3 dB(A)
Machine sound pressure level (ISO 3744, ISO 4871, EN 60335-2-72) (LwA) 89 dB(A)
Vibration level at the operator’s arms (ISO 5349-1, EN 60335-2-72) < 98.4 in/s2(< 2.5 m/s2)
Maximum gradient when working 2%
IP protection class X4
Protection class (electric) III
Vacuum system motor power 0.4 hp (300 W)
Vacuuming 0.0117 MPa (1.200 mmH2O)
Brush/pad motor power 0.6 hp (450 W)
Brush/pad-holder motor speed 155 rpm
Total absorbed power 29 A (0.75 kW)
Battery compartment size 13.7x17.7x10.2 in (350x350x260 mm)
Battery voltage 24 V
Battery charger 100-240 VAC
Work autonomy (standard batteries) 1.5 hour
Weight without batteries and with empty tanks 130 lb (59 kg)
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 300 lb (136 kg)
Shipping weight 179 lb (81 kg)
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WIRING DIAGRAM
Key
BAT 24 V battery
C1 Battery connector
CH Battery charger
EB1 Function electronic board
EBLED LED electronic board
EV1 Detergent solenoid valve
F1 Brush motor fuse (40 A)
F2 Vacuum system motor fuse (30 A)
F3 Signal circuit fuse (5 A)
F4 Brush disengagement fuse (20 A)
K1 Brush electromagnetic switch
K2 Vacuum system relay
LDA Green LED
LDB Green/yellow LED
LDC Green/red LED
M1 Brush motor
M2 Vacuum system motor
SW1 Control selector
SW2 Brush enabling switch
SW3 Detergent rate switch
Color codes
BK Black
BU Blue
BN Brown
GN Green
GY Grey
OG Orange
PK Pink
RD Red
VT Violet
WH White
YE Yellow
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USE
WARNING!
On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:
–DANGER
–WARNING
–CAUTION
–CONSULTATION
While reading this Manual, the operator must pay particular attention to the symbols shown on the plates (see Visible Symbols On
The Machine paragraph).
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if damaged.
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE
WARNING!
The electric components of the machine can be seriously damaged if the batteries are either improperly installed
or connected. The batteries must be installed by qualied personnel only.
Set the function electronic board and the battery charger according to the type of batteries used (WET or GEL).
Check the batteries for damage before installation.
Disconnect the battery connector and the battery charger plug.
Handle the batteries with great care.
Install the battery terminal protection caps supplied with the machine.
The machine requires two 12 V batteries, connected according to the diagram (51).
The machine can be supplied in one of the following modes:
GEL/AGM battery already installed on the machine
1. Ensure that the battery connector (29) is connected.
2. Start the machine (see Machine Start and Stop paragraph). If the green LED (68) turns on, the batteries are ready to be used.
3. If the yellow or red LED (68) turns on, the batteries must be charged (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
Without batteries
1. Buy appropriate batteries [See the Technical Data paragraph and the diagram (51)]. For battery choice and installation, apply
to qualied battery Retailers.
2. Set the machine and the battery charger (if equipped) according to the type of batteries installed, according to the procedure
shown in the following paragraph.
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BATTERY TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL/AGM)
Set the electronic board of the machine and the battery charger
according to the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL/AGM)
as shown below:
Machine setting
1. Disconnect the battery connector (29).
2. The machine factory setting is for GEL/AGM batteries. If
this setting corresponds to the type of batteries installed,
go to step 6. Otherwise, perform steps 3, 4 and 5 too.
3. Remove the screws (A, Fig. 1), then remove the cover (B)
of the electrical component box (25).
4. On the electronic board, turn the microswitch (C) to WET
position.
WARNING!
Do not move/set the adjacent switch (D).
5. Reinstall the electric component box cover (B) and tighten
the screws (A).
Battery charger setting
6. To set the battery charger, refer to the relevant Manual
supplied with the machine.
C
A
A
B
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Battery installation
7. Disconnect the vacuum hose (22) from the squeegee (11).
8. Disconnect the recovery water drain hose (16) from the
bracket (17).
9. Open the cover (6).
10. Grasp the recovery tank (A, Fig. 2) in the area (B) and
slightly raise it.
11. Disconnect the vacuum hose (C) from the tank, then
remove the tank (A) with the hoses (D) and (E).
12. Install the batteries on the machine according to the
diagram (51).
13. Install the tank (A) by performing steps 7 to 11 in the
reverse order.
Battery charging
14. Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance
chapter).
BA
C
D
E
Figure 2
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BEFORE MACHINE START-UP
Brush or pad-holder installation
NOTE
Use either the brush (54) or the pad-holder (55 and 56) according to the type of oor to be cleaned.
1. Insert the positioning pin (24) and disengage the machine parking device (23b).
2. Lift the brush/pad-holder deck (10) by prying the handlebar (2).
3. Place the brush (54) or the pad-holder (55 and 56) under the deck.
4. Lower the deck (10) by using the handlebar (2).
5. Turn the knob (62) to program (63).
6. Press the enabling push-button (69) together with the brush levers (70) to engage the brush/pad-holder to the deck drive hub
(10). If necessary, repeat the procedure until the brush/pad-holder is engaged.
Available brushes and their relevant application guides (suggestions only)
Models MIDLITE GRIT 180 MIDGRIT 240 PROLITE UNION MIX
General cleaning
Concrete
Terrazzo oor
Ceramic tiles/quarrystones
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Rubber tiles
Polishing
Rubber tiles
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Squeegee installation
7. Install the squeegee (11) and fasten it with the handwheels (12), then connect the vacuum hose (22) to the squeegee.
Solution tank lling
CAUTION!
Use only low-foam and non-ammable detergents, intended for automatic scrubber applications.
WARNING!
When using oor cleaning detergents, follow the instructions on the labels of the detergent bottles.
To handle oor cleaning detergents, wear suitable gloves and protections.
8. Use the ller neck (45) or the removable ller hose (47) to ll the tank (31) with a solution suitable for the work to be performed.
Do not ll the solution tank completely, leave few inches from the edge. Always follow the dilution instructions on the label of
the chemical product used to prepare the solution. The solution temperature must not exceed 104 °F (40 °C).
Adjustments
9. Adjust the handlebar (2) with the lever (71) to reach a comfortable position.
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MACHINE START AND STOP
Starting the machine
1. Prepare the machine as shown in the previous paragraph.
2. Lower the squeegee (11) with the pedal (19).
3. Turn the knob (62) to turn on the machine and select one of the programs according to the following table:
Selection Symbol Program
(63) Scrubbing and drying.
Brush - vacuum system - solution ow activation
(64) Scrubbing.
Brush - solution ow activation
(65) Drying.
Vacuum system activation
4. In the rst 5 seconds after turning on the machine, the LEDs (68) indicate the battery charge status. If the green LED turns
on, the machine is ready to be used. If the yellow or red LED turns on, the batteries must be charged (see the procedure in
Maintenance chapter).
NOTE
If the batteries are charged, the LEDs indicate the battery charge level only in the rst 5 seconds after machine start-up.
When the batteries are nearly or fully discharged, the battery charge level is constantly shown. In this case, to see the
solution ow, the push-button (67) must be pressed.
5. Press the solution ow push-button (67) to change the solution quantity. Green LEDs (68) indicate the ow quantity according
to the following table:
LEDs on (68) Symbol Setting
Minimum “ECO” solution ow.
Medium solution ow.
Maximum solution ow.
Closed solution ow.
6. To start scrubbing/drying, keep the hands on the handlebar (2) and press both the enabling push-button (69) and the brush
activation levers (70).
Stopping the machine
7. Release the brush levers (70) and the enabling push-button (69).
8. Turn the knob (62) to “0” position to switch off the machine.
9. Engage the positioning pin (24) and activate the machine parking device (23a) to keep the brush/pad-holder lifted (see Fig. 5).
10. Make sure that the machine cannot move independently.
NOTE
Each time that the machine is turned off, the solution ow program turns automatically to “ECO” level, to reduce water
consumption.
CAUTION!
In case of immediate necessity and to stop all machine functions, disconnect the battery connector (29).
Reset the machine functions by connecting again the connector.
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Squeegee lifting
Lift the squeegee as indicated below:
1. Grasp the handlebar (2), lower it until the rear wheel (7)
touches the oor (A, Fig. 3) then engage the squeegee in
lifted position (B)
A
B
click
Figure 3
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MACHINE OPERATION (SCRUBBING/DRYING)
1. Start the machine as shown in the previous paragraph.
2. While keeping both hands on the handlebar (2), move the machine and start scrubbing/drying the oor.
3. If necessary, adjust the solution quantity by using the push-button (67).
CAUTION!
To avoid damaging the oor surface, do not use the brush without the solution and, when the machine is not
operating, stop the brush/pad-holder by releasing the levers (70).
CAUTION!
Before lifting the brush/pad, turn it off by releasing the levers (70).
NOTE
For correct scrubbing/drying of oors at the sides of the walls, Advance suggests to go near the walls with the right side
of the machine as shown in gure 4.
A
B
A
Figure 4
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CAUTION!
In case of brush/pad-holder motor overload, due to foreign bodies which prevent them from turning, or to
excessively aggressive oors/brushes, the safety system stops the brush/pad-holder after about one minute of
continuous overload.
The overload is shown by the three battery LEDs (68) ashing simultaneously.
To start scrubbing again after a brush/pad-holder stop due to overload, stop the machine by turning the knob
(62) to “0”. Restart the machine by turning the knob to one of the working programs.
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Machine speed adjustment
4. The machine speed varies according to the type of oor to be cleaned and the choice of using the brush or the pad. If
necessary, it is possible to adjust the machine speed, according to the procedure shown in Maintenance chapter.
Battery discharge during operation
5. Until the green LED (68) turns on in the rst 5 seconds, the batteries allow to work normally. When the yellow and red LED turn
on in sequence, it is necessary to charge the battery as the machine residual autonomy is at the minimum level.
CAUTION!
Do not use the machine with discharged batteries, to avoid damaging the batteries and reducing the battery life.
MACHINE TRANSPORT/PARKING
To transport/park the machine, proceed as follows.
1. Switch off the machine by turning the knob (62) to “0”.
2. Lift the squeegee (58).
3. Keep the brush/pad-holder lifted with the handlebar and push the machine where necessary.
4. Engage the positioning pin (24) and activate the machine parking device (23a) to keep the brush/pad-holder lifted (Fig. 5).
5. When all the work is done, it is advisable to remove the brush/pad-holder from the deck (see the procedure in the next
paragraph), and engage it to the front holder (43).
Figure 5
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Brush/pad-holder removal
Remove the brush/pad-holder deck by performing the following procedure:
1. Turn the knob (62) to program (64).
2. Lift the brush/pad-holder deck (10) by prying the handlebar (2).
3. Press both the enabling push-button (69) and 3 times consequently the brush levers (70) and then wait that the brush
disengages from the drive hub.
4. Turn the knob (62) to “0” position to switch off the machine.
TANK EMPTYING
An automatic oat shut-off system (46) turns off the vacuum system when the recovery tank (30) is full.
The vacuum system shutdown, due to the recovery tank lling, is signalled by an increase in the vacuum system motor noise,
moreover the oor is not dried.
CAUTION!
If the vacuum system turns off accidentally (for example, when the oat is activated because of a sudden
machine movement), to resume the operation: turn off the vacuum system by turning the knob (62) to “0”, then
open the recovery tank cover (41) and check that the oat inside the grid (46) has gone down to the water level.
Then close the recovery tank cover (6) and turn on the vacuum system by turning the knob (62) on the working
program.
When the recovery tank (30) is full, empty it according to the following procedure.
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Recovery tank emptying
1. Turn the knob (62) to “0” position to switch off the machine.
2. Lift the squeegee (58).
3. Drive the machine to the appointed disposal area.
4. Insert the positioning pin (24) and lift the brush/pad-holder by engaging the parking device (23a).
5. Empty the recovery tank (30) with the drain hose (16). Then, rinse the tank with clean water.
Solution tank emptying
Perform steps 1 to 4.
6. Empty the solution tank (31) with the hose (18).
7. Then, rinse the tank with clean water.
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
After working, before leaving the machine:
1. Remove the brush/pad-holder as shown in the Machine
Transport/Parking paragraph.
2. Empty the tanks (30 and 31) as shown in the previous
paragraph.
3. Perform the daily maintenance procedures (see the
Maintenance chapter).
4. Store the machine in a clean and dry place, with the brush/
pad-holder and the squeegee lifted or removed.
RECOVERY TANK REMOVAL
To check or charge the lead (WET) batteries, or to perform
other procedures, it may be necessary to remove the recovery
tank (30) as shown below.
1. Check that the knob (62) is turned to “0”.
2. Empty the recovery tank (30) as shown in the relevant
paragraph.
3. Drive the machine on a level oor.
4. Disconnect the vacuum hose (22) from the squeegee (11).
5. Disconnect the recovery water drain hose (16) from the
bracket (17).
6. Open the cover (6).
7. Grasp the recovery tank (A, Fig. 6) in the area (B) and
slightly raise it.
8. Disconnect the vacuum hose (C) from the tank, then
remove the tank (A) with the hoses (D) and (E).
BA
C
D
E
Figure 6
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MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY
If the machine is not going to be used for more than 30 days, proceed as follows:
1. Perform the procedures shown in After Using the Machine paragraph.
2. Disconnect the battery connector (29).
3. Store the machine in a clean and dry place.
FIRST PERIOD OF USE
After the rst 8 hours, check the machine fastening and connecting parts for proper tightening. Check the visible parts for integrity
and leakage.
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MAINTENANCE
The lifespan of the machine and its maximum operating safety are ensured by correct and regular maintenance. The following chart
provides the scheduled maintenance. The intervals shown may vary according to particular working conditions, which are to be
dened by the person in charge of the maintenance.
WARNING!
Maintenance procedures must be performed with the machine switched off and the batteries/battery charger
cable disconnected.
Moreover, carefully read the instructions in the Safety chapter.
All scheduled or extraordinary maintenance procedures must be performed by qualied personnel, or by an authorised Service
Center. This Manual describes only the easier and most common maintenance procedures.
NOTE
For other maintenance procedures shown in the Scheduled Maintenance Table, refer to the Service Manual that can be
consulted at any Service Center.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE
Procedure Daily, after using
the machine Weekly Every six months Yearly
Squeegee cleaning
Brush cleaning
Tank and vacuum grid cleaning
Squeegee blade check and replacement
Solution lter cleaning
Battery charging
WET battery uid level check
Screw and nut tightening check (1)
Brush motor carbon brush check and replacement (2)
Vacuum system motor carbon brush check and replacement (2)
(1) And after the rst 8 working hours.
(2) This maintenance procedure must be performed by an authorised Advance Service Center.
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