Avantco e5 2018 User manual

English
Operator's Manual
2018-
From serial number 89295-
A423110 2018 1 EN 2018- 89295-
www.avanttecno.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION........................................................ 3
Foreword .................................................................................3
Make sure all relevant manuals are available.....................4
Intended use ............................................................................5
Avant warranty........................................................................7
SAFETY FIRST............................................................. 8
General safety instructions...................................................8
Handling of heavy loads.........................................................11
Operation on uneven surfaces, gradients, and near
excavations...............................................................................13
Personal safety and protective equipment ........................14
Electric system and handling of the battery pack.............16
DESCRIPTION OF THE LOADER ............................ 20
Identification of the loader ...................................................20
Main parts of the loader........................................................21
Signs and decals.......................................................................22
Technical specifications .........................................................25
General specifications............................................................26
Auxiliary hydraulics oil flow .................................................27
Tyres .........................................................................................28
Wheel spacers.........................................................................29
LIFT CAPACITY.......................................................... 31
Tipping load - Load chart......................................................33
Tipping load - Load diagram .................................................34
Rated operating capacity.......................................................35
CONTROLS AND OPTIONS OF THE LOADER.... 36
Dashboard................................................................................37
Control of loader boom, auxiliary hydraulics and
other functions........................................................................38
Multi-function display.............................................................41
Parking brake switch ..............................................................42
Electric 12 V outlet ................................................................42
Seat - Seat belt and seat adjustments.................................43
Seat heater ...............................................................................43
Lights .........................................................................................44
CAB L (optional extra)..........................................................45
Options.....................................................................................46
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................. 49
Starting the loader ................................................................. 50
Ignition key .............................................................................. 50
Emergency stop button......................................................... 51
Stopping the loader (Safe stopping procedure) ............... 52
Battery disconnect switch .................................................... 52
Drive control .......................................................................... 53
Steering of the loader............................................................ 57
In case the loader tips over.................................................. 57
Material handling..................................................................... 58
WORKING WITH ATTACHMENTS ........................ 60
Requirements for attachments............................................ 60
Coupling the attachments..................................................... 62
Coupling the hydraulic hoses of the attachment............. 64
Using the auxiliary hydraulics .............................................. 65
Releasing the residual pressure of hydraulic system....... 66
Coupling adapters .................................................................. 67
STORAGE, TRANSPORT, TIE DOWN POINTS
AND LIFTING .............................................................. 69
Lifting of the loader................................................................ 71
Storage...................................................................................... 72
BATTERY AND CHARGING ..................................... 73
Charging the battery.............................................................. 76
Charger plug type................................................................... 77
Battery maintenance - water refill ...................................... 79
Watering procedure.............................................................. 81
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ............................... 82
Access to electric motor compartment............................ 83
Installing of service support and frame lock ..................... 84
Daily inspections..................................................................... 85
Maintenance schedule............................................................ 87
Loader maintenance .............................................................. 88
Battery maintenance.............................................................. 94
Electric system & fuses.......................................................... 98
TROUBLESHOOT ....................................................... 101
SERVICES MADE ......................................................... 103
INDEX............................................................................ 106
Original instructions

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Introduction
Foreword
AVANT TECNO OY wants to thank you for purchasing this fully electrically powered AVANT loader. It represents a
new level of quiet operation with no local emissions and low operating costs. The battery powered model line is
designed and built upon Avant’s long experience with compact loaders and is manufactured in Finland. We ask
you that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely before operating the loader. This
operator’s manual is intended to help you to:
operate this machine safely and efficiently
observe and prevent situations that may cause a risk or danger
keep the machine in good condition and its life span as long as possible
The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate factors that must be considered to
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property:
WARNING:
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”
This safety symbol refers to important safety information in this manual. It
warns of an immediate hazard that could cause serious personal injury to
yourself or others near the equipment.
The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement indicates
important safety messages throughout this Manual. It is used to draw
attention to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety of
others. When you see this symbol, be alert, your own safety is involved,
carefully read the message that follows, and inform other operators.
DANGER
This signal word indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause death or
serious injury.
WARNING
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This signal word is used when minor injury could result if the instructions are not followed
properly.
This signal word indicates information about the correct operation and maintenance of the
equipment.
Failure to observe the
instructions accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment
breakdown or other property damage.

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Make sure all relevant manuals are available
Contact your local AVANT dealer for any questions, service, spare parts or about any problems that may occur
with the operation of your loader or its attachments.
Keep this Operator’s manual with the machine at all times. If this Manual gets lost, ask for a new copy from your
Avant dealer. Remember also to give this Manual to the new owner when the loader changes ownership.
DANGER
Wrong use of the equipment can cause death or severe injuries - Make sure to read
all relevant manuals and instructions thoroughly and keep them available for all
operators.
Using
each attachment requires specific information about correct use, mounting
procedure, safety, and how to avoid hazardous situations. An attachment may introduce
risks that are not present when operating the loader with other kinds of attachments.
Always read the operator's manual of each attachment carefully.
Manuals of attachments
DANGER
Attachments can create significant risks that are not
covered by this Operator's manual of the loader.
Make sure you have all attachments manual available.
Wrong
use of an attachment can cause serious injuries or
death.
Each attachment is accompanied by its own respective
Operator’s Manual. The manual will show important
information related to safety, and how to attach, use, and
maintain each attachment correctly.
Spare parts list
All spare parts of the loader are listed in a separate spare
parts list.
Contact your Avant service partner or dealer to order
parts. Have the serial number of the loader available when
ordering to ensure correct parts.

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Intended use
The Avant e series loaders are battery powered, hydraulically operated, articulated compact loaders. They are
designed and manufactured for both private and professional use. The loader can be equipped with a range of
attachments offered by Avant Tecno Oy, which enables you to do several different jobs with the same machine.
Because of this multi-purpose nature of the machine and the various attachments and tasks, read always not only
this Manual but also the Operator's Manual of the attachment, and follow all instructions. Every person who deals
with this machine must follow work safety regulations, all other generally accepted rules related to work health and
safety, and all road traffic regulations.
Remember that safety consists of several factors. The loader, by itself or equipped with an attachment, is very
powerful and can cause serious personal injuries or property damages if it is operated in a wrong or careless way.
Never allow the compact size of the loader to distract from this fact and keep it in mind when you consider allowing
another user to operate it. Do not operate an attachment unless you have familiarised yourself with the use of it
and the eventual dangers and risks related to it. Take the keys with you when you leave the loader unattended to
prevent other, unfamiliar persons to operate the machine. The loader is not intended to lift or transport people or
be used as a work platform. Different jobs require different attachments, and it is not allowed to handle any
material or loads without any attachment fitted.
This loader has been designed to need as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform the routine
maintenance operations. There are however more demanding service operations that can be done by professional
service personnel only. Wear appropriate protective equipment when you do any service or maintenance work.
Original spare parts must be used. Familiarise yourself with the service and maintenance instructions in this
Manual. Operating a loader that is in poor condition, or that has received unauthorised modifications, can be
hazardous to the operator and bystanders.
Contact your local AVANT dealer, if you are uncertain of anything concerning the operation and maintenance of
this loader, or for any questions, service, or spare parts.
In addition to the safety instructions included in this manual, you must observe all occupational safety regulations,
local laws, and other regulations concerning the use of the equipment. Particularly the regulations concerning the
use of the equipment on public road areas must be observed. Contact your Avant dealer for more information
about local requirements before you operate the loader on road areas.
Battery operated e5
Ambient temperature will affect the power that is available from the battery. Battery performance may decrease
significantly at temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) and batteries can be discharged more quickly during use. For the
best performance in cold conditions, it is recommended to store the loader in a warm place. Always charge
immediately after use to avoid battery deterioration.
Discharged batteries may freeze in cold environment. Frozen batteries must never be charged. To avoid the
possibility of a freezing battery, never allow the battery to get fully discharged in cold tempeartures. Charging the
battery outdoors in freezing temperature will not recharge the battery to the full capacity. Because of this it is not
recommended to charge the loader at temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF). See instructions in this manual regarding
operating environment, charging, and safety of the battery and the electric systems of the loader.
The loader is designed to operate with the battery pack supplied with the loader and approved by the
manufacturer. The battery pack must be charged only with the charger that is provided with the loader, or other
charging system supplied by Avant specifically for this loader model. Using any other batteries or chargers can
cause fire or explosion of batteries and risk of electric shock.
Maintenance tasks that you can do to this system without special training and qualification are limited to charging,
water fill, cleaning, replacement of fuse. Never connect any device directly to the battery.

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Operator qualification
Only operators who have studied this manual, and all relevant attachment manuals, are allowed to use this loader.
Regardless of your possible previous experience with lawn-mowers, loaders, ATVs, or other equipment, it is
important that you learn the driving principle of this loader. Practice how to operate the loader and its attachments
safely at an open area before you use the loader near other persons.
You must be in good physical and mental condition with the ability to stay alert and to observe the surrounding
areas. Never use the equipment while under influence of medication which could impair your abilities to operate
the equipment safely. Do not operate the loader if you are under the influence of alcohol or any other intoxicant.
Depending on operating area, you may also be required to read, understand, and comply with all applicable
Employer, Industry, and Governmental rules, standards, and regulations.
Electric qualification
You can replace the battery pack with a similar one supplied by the manufacturer. Other battery or electric related
maintenance that is not shown in this manual, is prohibited. Leave all electric parts from the battery connector
forward to authorised service professionals to avoid risk of electric shock, fire, and short-circuiting and explosion of
battery. High-voltage cables and connectors, inverters, and electric motors do not have components that can be
maintained or serviced by user.
Versions of this manual
Avant has a policy on continuous product development. Updated versions of the manual replace the previous
versions of this manual as long as the year on the cover page matches with the original manual. You can ask for
the latest manual from your dealer. Some of the features or technical details presented in this manual may change
without notice. The pictures in this manual may show optional equipment or features that are not currently
available in your market area. We reserve the right to change the contents of the manual without notification.
Keep this manual with the loader
Read this manual before use. Put this manual, as
well as manuals of attachments, into the storage
box behind driver's seat when you have read
those. Always keep this Operator's Manual with the
loader. If this Manual gets lost or damaged, ask for
a new copy from your Avant dealer. Also
remember to give this Manual to the new owner
when the machine changes ownership. Ask for the
electronic copy of this manual from your dealer.

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Avant warranty
This warranty specifically applies to the Avant e5 loader only and not to any attachments used with this product.
The battery is covered by special warranty clauses listed below. Any repairs or modifications performed without the
prior authorisation of Avant Tecno Oy will cancel this warranty. During the first two years of operation or first 1000
hours (whichever is the soonest) Avant Tecno Oy warrants to replace any part or repair any defect which may
occur, subject to the terms detailed below:
1. The product has received regular maintenance in accordance with schedules given by the manufacturer.
2. Any damage caused by operation in a negligent manner or exceeding the approved specifications detailed in
this manual is excluded.
3. Avant Tecno Oy accepts no responsibility for interruption to working or any other consequential losses
resulting from any failure of the product.
4. Only Avant Tecno Oy approved replacement or original quality parts shall be used during routine
maintenance.
5. Any damage caused by the use of incorrect fuel, lubricants, cooling liquid, or cleaning solvents is excluded.
6. The Avant Warranty excludes any consumable parts (e.g. tyres, batteries, filters, belts etc.) except where it
can be clearly shown that these parts were defective on original supply.
7. Any damage caused resulting from the use of attachments not approved for use with this product is
excluded.
8. The battery must be used, recharged, and maintained as instructed in this manual. Damages caused by
neglected maintenance or repeated deep discharge cycles are not covered by the warranty. See warranty
period for battery below.
9. In the event a fault occurs which is attributable to manufacturing or assembly defect you should arrange to
return your AVANT to your authorised dealer for repair. Travel and freight costs are excluded.
Special warranty terms regarding the battery
During the first year of use, battery is under full warranty covering parts regarding the battery. After the first year
and until the end of second year (months 13 to 24) the battery is under partial warranty. During this 13 to 24 month
term warranty coverage is calculated by the age of the battery, and the cover declines by the operation age of the
battery. The responsibility of the customer regarding parts and material costs of the battery starts from month 13 of
the warranty period at 13/24 parts of the full cost of replaced parts, ending at full 24/24 at the end of the warranty
period.
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Safety First
DANGER
Incorrect or careless use of the loader can cause a serious accident. Before you operate
the loader, familiarise yourself with the correct use of the loader. Read and understand
this Operator's Manual, as well as all relevant safety inst
ructions, local regulations, and
safe working practices.
Understand the limitations of speed, braking, steering, and stability, as well as load
capacity of the loader before starting use. Make sure that everyone who operates or
works with this equipment is familiar with these safety precautions.
If you have no previous experience of the loader, make sure to do all testing at a safe
and open place, where there are no persons in the area of operation.
General safety instructions
1. Remember the correct working position. When
driving, be comfortably seated in the driver´s
seat, keep your feet in their proper place in the
footwell and at least one hand on the steering
wheel.
2. When seated, always keep the seat belt
fastened and keep hands and feet inside the
operator’s area.
3. Before leaving driver’s seat, always:
Lower the loader boom and place attachment
flat on ground
Relieve residual hydraulic pressure (see
page 66)
Engage the parking brake
Switch off the electric motors, remove the
ignition key
4. Start the operation slowly and carefully.
Practice driving of the machine at a safe and
open place before connecting any attachment,
and follow the instructions in this Manual and
also the operator's manual of the attachment.
5. Operate the control levers with careful and
deliberate movements. Avoid abrupt
movements when handling the load, in order to
prevent the load from falling and to keep the
machine stable.
6. Keep away from the danger zone of the lifted
boom and don’t let anyone go there.
7. Keep your hands, feet and clothing away from
all moving parts, hydraulic components, and
hot surfaces.
8. Make sure that there is enough open space
around the machine for safe driving.
9. Do not transport the load with the boom lifted.
Always carry bucket or attachment as low as
possible, and put the load down whenever you
leave the machine.
10. It is not allowed to transport persons with this
machine. Do not transport or lift persons in the
bucket or in any other attachment. Lifting of
persons is only allowed with the attachment
designed for this purpose: the Avant Leguan
50 access platform, following the instructions in
the Operator's Manual of Leguan 50
attachment.
11. Do not exceed the tipping load. Familiarise
yourself with and follow the load diagrams in
this Manual.
12. When turning with the machine, remember that
the driver´s seat extends beyond the turning
radius of the wheels (collision risk).
13. Do not operate the loader in an explosive
environment or in a place where dust or/and
gasses can create a fire or explosion hazard.
14. Keep the areas around the battery, inverter,
electric motors, and cooling fan clean of
flammable materials.
15. Read the lifting, towing and transportation
instructions on page 69.
16. Remove the ignition key from the ignition
whenever leaving the machine unattended to
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17. Follow all inspection, service and maintenance
instructions. If you notice any faults or
damages on the machine, these must be
repaired before starting operation.
18. Before any maintenance or repair operation
always stop and switch off the loader, lower
the boom down and release pressure from
hydraulic system. Read safety instructions for
maintenance on page 82.
19. Do not let any person operate this loader who
has not read safety instructions and is not
familiar with the safe and correct use of this
loader.
20. Never operate the loader or attachments while
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication that may impair judgment or cause
drowsiness, or if not otherwise medically fit to
operate the equipment.
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DANGER
Falling of load or unexpected
lowering of loader boom -
Risk
of crushing.
Always remember
that the boom may lower
unexpectedly due to loss of
stability, mechanical fault, or if
another person operates the
controls of the loader, leading to
crushing hazard. The attachment
or the loader ar
e not intended to be
left to keep a load elevated for
longer periods. Lower the
attachment before leaving the
driver's seat. The stability of the
loader may change when leaving
the driver’s seat, leading to tipping
over of the machine.
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WARNING
Risk of overturning -
Sudden
movements can tip the machine
over.
Movements, such as
stopping, turning, or lowering the
boom abruptly, can cause loss of
stability. Always drive slowly and
operate the controls of the loader
very carefully, especially when
handling heavy loads.
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WARNING
Risk of overturning -
Articulated
frame.
Turning articulated frame
can lead to overturning of the
loader on inclined terrain or when
driving at high speed. Never turn
frame towards the slope while
operating on inclined ground.
Always drive slowly when carrying
load or when turning with the
machine.
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WARNING
Risk of falling objects.
Never tilt
the attachment back when it is
lifted high. Operate only with
machines equipped with ROPS
and FOPS structures.
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WARNING
Falling of persons -
Risk of
crushing.
Never use the loader or
its attachments to lift persons or as
any kind of work platform even
temporarily. Seating capacity: one
person only.
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WARNING
Risk of being crushed by
moving loader -
Engage parking
brake before working near the
loader.
Follow safe stopping
procedure to prevent all
movements of the loader. Avoid
leaving the loader parked on hill. If
necessary to park on hill, use
chocks or other additional means
to prevent the loader from moving.
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DANGER
Safety devices are installed for
your safety -
Never modify or
bypass any safety function.
Safety functions are installed for
your safety. Never modify or block
any of the safety systems of the
loader. If you noti
ce that a system
is not in good condition, stop the
use of the loader and make sure
the loader is serviced.
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WARNING
Pinching points -
Avoid pinching
between loader frame itself and
between loader and walls -
Keep
all body parts within the sa
fety
frame.
Movements of the
articulated frame creates pinching
hazards. Keep your head, hands,
and feet inside the loader. Be
especially careful while you drive
near walls and trees. Keep your
hands on steering wheel and
joystick.
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CAUTION
Avoid pinching hazard for legs -
Do not turn the steering wheel
while standing near the loader.
Turning the articulated frame
creates a pinching hazard to a
person standing near the tyres of
the loader. Never grab the steering
wheel while entering or leavin
g the
driver's seat to avoid turning of the
frame. Stop the loader if other
persons get close to the machine.
Check that tyres that are larger
than standard tyres leave enough
space between the tyres for safe
use.