COMAC ANTEA 50 B User manual
SCRUBBING MACHINES
ANTEA - VERSA
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Doc. 10056728-AD
DATE 2018-06
CONTENTS
CONTENTS..........................................................................................................3
SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL ...................................................................4
PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL ..................................................4
TARGET GROUP.................................................................................................4
STORING THE USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL........................................4
ON DELIVERY OF THE APPLIANCE .................................................................4
INTRODUCTORY COMMENT .............................................................................4
IDENTIFICATION DATA.......................................................................................4
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................4
INTENDED USE...................................................................................................4
SAFETY ...............................................................................................................4
REGISTRATION PLATE ......................................................................................4
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT........................................................................................4
TECHNICAL DATA ..............................................................................................5
TECHNICAL DATA (VERSA)...............................................................................6
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ..................................................................7
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES......................................................................................................7
USING THE APPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................8
DEACTIVATION OF THE MACHINE ...............................................................................................10
MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................................10
TRANSPORT................................................................................................................................... 11
SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE ..........................................................13
SYMBOLS PRESENT ON THE REGISTRATION PLATE...............................................................13
SYMBOLS PRINTED ON THE APPLIANCE ...................................................................................13
LABELS PRESENT ON THE APPLIANCE......................................................................................13
SYMBOLS USED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL (version B).......................................................13
SYMBOLS USED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL (versions BT - BTS - BTO)..............................13
DISPLAY SCREENS (versions BT - BTS - BTO).............................................14
PREPARING THE APPLIANCE.........................................................................15
HANDLING THE PACKED APPLIANCE..........................................................................................15
HOW TO UNPACK THE APPLIANCE (versions without PM)..........................................................15
HOW TO UNPACK THE APPLIANCE (versions with PM)...............................................................15
HOW TO TRANSPORT THE APPLIANCE......................................................................................16
COMPONENT POSITIONING .........................................................................................................16
APPLIANCE SAFETY......................................................................................................................17
TYPE OF BATTERY TO BE USED..................................................................................................17
BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL ..................................................................................17
INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE DEVICE.................................................................................17
CONNECTING BATTERIES TO THE SYSTEM OF THE APPLIANCE...........................................18
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES ................................................................................................18
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES (versions with CB system) .........................................................18
HOUR METER (B versions).............................................................................................................19
HOUR METER (BT versions) ..........................................................................................................19
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR (B versions)....................................................................19
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR (BT versions) .................................................................19
INSTALLING THE BRUSH (B - BT single brush versions) ..............................................................19
INSTALLING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH (B - BT single brush versions) .....................................19
INSTALLING THE BRUSH (BT double brush versions) ..................................................................20
INSTALLING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH (BT double brush versions)..........................................20
INSTALLING THE BRUSH (50BTS double brush versions)............................................................20
INSTALLING THE BRUSH (65BTS double brush versions)............................................................20
INSTALLING THE ABRASIVE PAD (BTO versions)........................................................................20
ASSEMBLING THE SQUEEGEE BODY .........................................................................................21
FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK WITH WATER..............................................................................21
ADJUSTING THE DETERGENT SOLUTION (versions without CDS system)................................21
FILLING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (versions with CDS system)............................................21
PREPARING TO WORK ....................................................................................22
WORK ................................................................................................................23
STARTING WORK (B versions).......................................................................................................23
SCRUBBING AND DRYING (B versions) ........................................................................................23
SCRUBBING WITHOUT DRYING (B versions)...............................................................................23
DRYING (B versions).......................................................................................................................23
STARTING THE WORK ACTIVITIES (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS)..............................................24
SCRUBBING AND DRYING (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS) ............................................................24
SCRUBBING WITHOUT DRYING (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS)...................................................24
DRYING WITHOUT SCRUBBING (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS)...................................................25
ADJUSTING THE DETERGENT SOLUTION (versions without CDS system)................................25
ADJUSTING THE DETERGENT SOLUTION (versions with CDS system).....................................25
FORWARD SPEED REGULATION (B versions) .............................................................................26
ADJUSTING THE FORWARD MOVEMENT SPEED (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS)......................26
REVERSE MOVEMENT (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS)..................................................................26
EMERGENCY SWITCH (BT - BTS - BTO VERSIONS) ..................................................................26
ECO-MODE FUNCTION (versions BT - BTS - BTO) ......................................................................26
ALARM SCREEN (BT - BTS - BTO versions) .................................................................................26
OVERFLOW DEVICE (B versions)..................................................................................................27
VACUUM WAND KIT (versions with SST system) ..........................................................................27
OVERFLOW DEVICE ......................................................................................................................27
AT THE END OF THE WORK............................................................................27
MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................28
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ........................................................................28
EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK...............................................................................................28
EMPTYING THE DEBRIS HOPPER (50BTS double brush versions).............................................28
EMPTYING THE DEBRIS HOPPER (65 BTS double brush versions)............................................29
CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE BODY ..............................................................................................29
CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK FILTER-FLOAT .....................................................................30
CLEANING THE BRUSH (B single brush version) ..........................................................................31
CLEANING THE BRUSH (BT single brush version)........................................................................31
CLEANING THE BRUSH (BT single brush version with PM system)..............................................31
CLEANING THE BRUSH (BT double brush versions).....................................................................31
CLEANING THE BRUSH (BT double brush versions with PM system) ..........................................31
CLEANING THE BRUSH (50BTS double brush versions) ..............................................................32
CLEANING THE BRUSH (65BTS double brush versions) ..............................................................32
CLEANING THE DEBRIS HOPPER (50BTS double brush versions) .............................................33
CLEANING THE DEBRIS HOPPER (65BTS double brush versions) .............................................33
CLEANING THE VACUUM TUBE ...................................................................................................33
EMPTYING THE SOLUTION TANK ................................................................................................34
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM FILTER....................................................................................34
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM (B versions).............................................................................34
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM (versions BT - BTS - BTO)......................................................35
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM (versions BT - BTS - BTO with PM system)............................35
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM (versions BT - BTS - BTO with CDS system) .........................36
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM (versions BT - BTS - BTO with PM and CDS system) ............37
CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK ...............................................................................................38
CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK.................................................................................................39
CLEANING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (versions with CDS system).......................................39
ADJUSTING.......................................................................................................39
ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE UNIT..............................................................................................39
EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE.................................................................40
REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE BODY RUBBER BLADES ............................................................40
DISPOSAL .........................................................................................................40
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................40
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................41
CHOOSING AND USING BRUSHES ................................................................42
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The descriptions contained in this document are not binding. The company therefore reserves the right to
make any modications at any time to elements, details, or accessory supply, as considered necessary
for reasons of improvement or manufacturing/commercial requirements. The reproduction, even partial,
of the text and drawings contained in this document is prohibited by law.
The company reserves the right to make any technical and/or supply modications. The images
are shown as reference only and are not binding as to the actual design and/or equipment.
SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL
PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL
The aim of this manual is to provide customers with all the information needed to use the appliance in
the safest, most appropriate and most autonomous way. It includes information concerning technical
aspects, safety, operation, appliance downtime, maintenance, spare parts and scrapping. Operators
and qualied technicians must read the instructions in this manual carefully before carrying out any
operation on the appliance. If in doubt about the correct interpretation of instructions, contact your
nearest Customer Service Centre to obtain the necessary clarications.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
Each design is based on the objective or giving the client a new reason for choosing Comac spa
products, the Antea and Versa can be tted with the following devices:
• ECO-MODE: a device that decreases the noise level and lowers energy consumption.
The paragraphs in the document that talk about the following equipment will have the wording
“ECO-MODE”.
• COMAC DOSING SYSTEM: this is the dosing system for the separate management of water and
detergent, and allows you to increase or reduce the delivery depending on the dirt to be treated.
The paragraphs in the document that talk about the following equipment will have the wording
“CDS”.
• PRESSURE MONITORING: a system that monitors the power dispensed by the brush motors in
order to guarantee maximum eectiveness on any type of oor.
The paragraphs in the document that talk about the following equipment will have the wording “PM”.
• ON-BOARD BATTERY CHARGER: a system that makes it much easier to charge the batteries,
because the charging device is already present in the appliance itself.
The paragraphs in the document that talk about the following equipment will have the wording “CB”.
• SPRAY AND SUCTION TOOLS: a system that allows you to spray detergent solution where
the appliance cannot reach, moreover, thanks to the vacuum accessory it is possible to collect
everything leaving the oor dry.
The paragraphs in the document that talk about the following equipment will have the wording
“SST”.
TARGET GROUP
This manual is aimed at operators and qualied technicians responsible for appliance maintenance.
Operators must not perform operations that should be carried out by qualied technicians. The
manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from failure to comply with this veto.
STORING THE USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The Use and Maintenance Manual must be stored in its special pouch close to the appliance, protected
from liquids and anything else that could compromise its legibility.
ON DELIVERY OF THE APPLIANCE
When the machine is delivered to the customer, an immediate check must be performed to ensure all
the material mentioned in the shipping documents has been received, in addition to verifying that the
equipment has not been damaged during transportation. If this is the case, the carrier must ascertain
the extent of the damage at once, informing our customer service oce. It is only by prompt action of
this type that the missing material can be obtained, and compensation for damage successfully claimed.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
For technical assistance or to request replacement parts, always give the model, the version and the
serial number (written on the relevant plate).
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The ANTEA and the VERSA are scrubbing machines that, using the mechanical action of one or more
brushes and the chemical action of a water-detergent solution, can clean a wide range of oors and types
of dirt, collecting, when it is moving forward, the dirt removed and the detergent solution not absorbed
by the oor.
The appliance must only be used for this purpose.
INTENDED USE
These scrubbing machines were designed and built for cleaning (scrubbing and drying) smooth, compact
ooring in the commercial, residential and industrial sectors by a qualied operator in proven safety
conditions.
The scrubbing machine is not suitable for cleaning rugs or carpet oors.
The appliance is only suitable for use in indoor - or at least covered - areas.
N.B.: the appliance is not suitable for use in the rain, or under jets of water.
IT IS FORBIDDEN to use the appliance for picking up dangerous dusts or inammable liquids in
places with an explosive atmosphere. In addition, it is not suitable as a means of transport for
people or objects.
SAFETY
Operator cooperation is paramount for accident prevention. No accident prevention programme can be
eective without the full co-operation of the operator who is directly responsible for machine operation.
The majority of occupational accidents that happen both in the workplace or whilst moving are caused by
failure to respect the most basic safety rules. An attentive, careful operator is most eective guarantee
against accidents and is fundamental in order to implement any prevention programme.
INTRODUCTORY COMMENT
Any type of equipment can only work properly and eectively if used correctly and kept in full working
order by performing the maintenance operations described in the attached documentation. You should
therefore read this instruction manual carefully, consulting it again if issues arise while using the machine.
If necessary, remember that our assistance service (organised in collaboration with our dealers) is
always available for advice or direct intervention.
REGISTRATION PLATE
The registration plate is located on the lower portion of the recovery tank, inside the appliance, and
contains the following information:
1. The weight of the batteries used to power the appliance (expressed in Kg).
2. The gross weight of the appliance (expressed in Kg).
3. The IP protection rating of the appliance.
4. The identication code of the appliance.
5. The serial number of the appliance.
6. The name of the appliance.
7. The nominal power consumed by the appliance (expressed in W).
8. The maximum grade that the appliance can handle during work activities (expressed in %).
9. The year in which the appliance was manufactured.
10. The nominal voltage of the appliance (expressed in V).
11. The commercial name of the appliance and the manufacturer's address.
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Open book symbol with an “i”:
Indicates the need to consult the instruction manual.
Open book symbol:
Tells the operator to read the user manual before using the device.
Covered place symbol:
The operations preceded by this symbol must always be carried out in a dry, covered area.
Information symbol:
Indicates additional information for the operator, to improve the use of the device.
Warning symbol:
Carefully read the sections preceded by this symbol meticulously following the instructions
indicated for the safety of the operator and the device.
Danger symbol (corrosive substances):
The operator should always wear protective gloves to avoid the risk of serious injury to the
hands caused by corrosive substances.
Danger symbol (battery acid leakage):
Indicates the danger of leaking acid or acid fumes from the batteries while they are being
recharged.
Danger symbol (moving carriages):
Indicates that the packed product should be handled with suitable carriages that conform
to legal requirements.
Mandatory room ventilation symbol:
Informs the operator that the room must be ventilated while the batteries are being
recharged.
Symbol indicating the compulsory use of protective gloves:
Indicates that the operator should always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of
serious injury to his hands from sharp objects.
Symbol indicating a treading ban:
Informs the operator that it is forbidden to tread on machine components, as this could
lead to serious injury.
Recycling symbol:
Tells the operator to carry out the operations in compliance with environmental regulations
in force in the place where the appliance is being used.
Disposal symbol:
Carefully read the sections marked with this symbol for disposing of the appliance.
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TECHNICAL DATA U/M ANTEA 50 B ANTEA 50 BT ANTEA 50 BTS ANTEA 50 BTO
Orbital
Rated power of the device W 920 1100 1200 1000
Working width mm 508 508 500 508
Working capacity up to m2/h 1250 1780 1750 1780
Maximum gradient with full load % 2 10 10 10
Standard squeegee width mm 700 700 700 700
Disc brush (number / diameter) No. / Ø mm 1 / 508 1 / 508 - -
Disc brush rotations rpm 140 140 - -
Brush head motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V 500 / 24 500 / 24 600 / 24 400 / 24
Cylindrical brush (number / (diameter - length)) No. / (Ø mm - mm) - - 2 / (110 - 500) -
Cylindrical brush rotations rpm - - 700 -
Rectangular pad (number / (width / depth)) No. / (mm - mm) ---1 / (508 / 355)
Discoid pad (number / (diameter) No. / Ø mm - - - -
Orbital revolutions rpm - - - 2300
Maximum weight exerted upon the brush head unit kg 23 23 25 25
Front wheel [number / (diameter / width)] no. / (Ø mm / mm) 2 / (175-60) 2 / (175-60) 2 / (175-60) 2 / (175-60)
Traction motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V - 180 180 180
Maximum forward speed Km/h - 3.5 3.5 3.5
Maximum reverse speed Km/h - 2.2 2.2 2.2
Vacuum motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V 420 / 24 420 / 24 420 / 24 420 / 24
Vacuum power (hole Ø 0 measured at the motor) mmH2O 1240 1240 1240 1240
Solution tank capacity l 40 40 40 40
Recovery tank capacity l60 60 60 60
Detergent tank capacity (versions with CDS) l - 3 3 3
Appliance length mm 1177 1177 1156 1071
Appliance height mm 992 1009 1009 1009
Appliance width (without squeegee) mm 591 591 612 591
Device width (with squeegee) mm 700 700 700 700
Battery compartment dimensions (Height - Width - Length) mm 285 - 350 - 355 285 - 350 - 355 285 - 350 - 355 285 - 350 - 355
Voltage and nominal capacity of the recommended battery V/Ah 12 / 105 12 / 105 12 / 105 12 / 105
Device weight (with tanks empty and without batteries) kg 80 87 90 89
Individual battery weight kg 38 38 38 38
Device transport weight (device + batteries) kg 156 163 166 165
Gross weight of the device ready for use kg 196 203 206 205
Sound pressure level (ISO 11201) - LpA dB (A) <70 <70 <70 71
Uncertainty KpA dB (A) 1.5 1.5 1.5 3
Hand vibration level (ISO 5349) m/s2< 2.5 < 2.5 < 2.5 < 2.5
Vibration measurement uncertainty 1.5% 1.5% 1.5% 1.5%
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TECHNICAL DATA (VERSA) U/M VERSA 55 BT VERSA 65 BT VERSA 65 BTS
Rated power of the device W 1415 1415 1580
Working width mm 560 655 650
Working capacity up to m2/h 1960 2295 2275
Maximum gradient with full load % 10 10 10
Standard squeegee width mm 800 800 800
Disc brush (number / diameter) No. / Ø mm 2 / 290 2 / 340 -
Disc brush rotations rpm 240 240 -
Brush head motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V 400 / 24 400 / 24 400 / 24
Cylindrical brush (number / (diameter - length)) No. / (Ø mm - mm) - - 2 / (Ø130 - 610)
Cylindrical brush rotations rpm - - 590
Maximum weight exerted upon the brush head unit kg 25 30 30
Front wheel [number / (diameter / width)] no. / (Ø mm / mm) 2 / (175-60) 2 / (175-60) 2 / (175-60)
Traction motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V 180 180 180
Maximum forward speed Km/h 3.5 3.5 3.5
Maximum reverse speed Km/h 2.2 2.2 2.2
Vacuum motor (Nominal power rating / Voltage) W / V 420 / 24 420 / 24 420 / 24
Vacuum power (hole Ø 0 measured at the motor) mmH2O 1240 1240 1240
Solution tank capacity l 62 62 62
Recovery tank capacity l66 66 66
Detergent tank capacity (versions with CDS) l 3 3 3
Debris hopper volume (BTS versions) dm3- - 3.9
Appliance length mm 1190 1196 1160
Appliance height mm 1050 1050 1050
Appliance width (without squeegee) mm 620 695 735
Device width (with squeegee) mm 800 800 800
Device wheel track mm 465 465 465
Device pitch mm 270 270 270
Battery compartment dimensions (Height - Width - Length) mm 285 - 350 - 355 285 - 350 - 355 285 - 350 - 355
Voltage and nominal capacity of the recommended battery V/Ah 12 / 112 12 / 112 12 / 112
Device weight (with tanks empty and without batteries) kg 92 95 95
Individual battery weight kg 38 38 38
Device transport weight (device + batteries) kg 168 171 171
Gross weight of the device ready for use kg 237 240 240
Sound pressure level (ISO 11201) - LpA dB (A) <70 <70 <70
Uncertainty KpA dB (A) 1.5 1.5 1.5
Hand vibration level (ISO 5349) m/s2< 2.5 < 2.5 < 2.5
Vibration measurement uncertainty 1.5% 1.5% 1.5%
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
The following symbols are used to indicate any potentially hazardous situations. Always read this
information carefully and take the necessary precautions to protect any people and/or objects that
may be present.
Operator cooperation is paramount for accident prevention. No accident prevention programme can
be eective without the full co-operation of the operator who is directly responsible for the operation
of the appliance. Most accidents that occur at the workplace, during work activities, or while in
transit, are caused by the failure to respect the most basic safety regulations. An attentive, careful
operator is most eective guarantee against accidents and is fundamental in order to implement
any prevention programme.
DANGER: Indicates an imminent danger that could cause serious injury or death.
WARNING: Indicates a probable dangerous situation that could cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a probable dangerous situation that could cause minor injuries.
ATTENTION: Indicates a probable dangerous situation that could damage objects.
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES
DANGER:
• If the battery charger power cable is damaged or broken, it should be replaced by the
manufacturer or authorised service personnel, or another qualied person, in order to protect
against hazards.
• The socket for the battery charger cable must have a prescribed earth connection.
• Keep sparks, ames, and incandescent materials at a safe distance from the batteries. Explosive
gases are emitted during normal use.
• highly explosive hydrogen gas is generated while charging the batteries. Keep the recovery
tank in a maintenance position during the entire battery recharging cycle, and only perform the
procedure in well-ventilated areas at a safe distance from any open ames.
• Before charging, make sure the electric cable that connects the battery charger to the batteries
is not damaged. If it is, don't use it; contact technical assistance.
• Before charging, make sure the electric cable that connects the battery charger to the mains is
not damaged. If it is, don't use it; contact technical assistance.
• Do not disconnect the DC cable of the battery charger from the socket on the appliance while
the battery charger is operating. This is necessary in order to avoid electric arcs forming. To
disconnect the battery charger when it is charging, rst disconnect the alternating current power
cable.
WARNING:
• Do not use an incompatible battery charger as it could damage the batteries and potentially
cause a re.
• The batteries emit hydrogen gas. This gas can cause explosions or res. Stay away from any
ames and sparks. keep the covers open when charging the batteries.
• Before using the battery charger, make sure that the frequency and the voltage values indicated
on the machine's data plate coincide with the network's values.
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• Keep the battery charger's cable at a safe distance from any hot surfaces.
• Never smoke near the machine while the batteries are charging.
• Before starting the charging operation, carefully read the user manual of the battery charger
that you want to use.
USING THE APPLIANCE
DANGER:
• In the event of danger, quickly disconnect the battery connector from the electrical system
connector, both are located inside the appliance under the recovery tank (B versions).
• In the event of danger, quickly press the emergency button on the back of the device (valid for
BT-BTS-BTO versions).
• Never collect gases, explosive/inammable liquids or powders, nor acids and solvents! These
include gasoline, paint thinners and fuel oil (which, when mixed with the vacuum air, can form
explosive vapours or mixtures), and also non-diluted acids and solvents, acetones, aluminium
and magnesium powders. These substances may also corrode the materials used to construct
the appliance.
• Do not use the machine where there are inammable liquids, vapours or combustible powders.
The machine does not have an explosion-proof motor. The electric motors generate sparks
both when starting and when being used, therefore they could cause res or explosions if used
in areas where there are inammable liquids, vapours or combustible powders.
• If the appliance is used in dangerous areas (for example, gas stations), the relative safety
standards should be observed. The appliance must never be used in environments with a
potentially explosive atmosphere.
WARNING:
• The appliance must be only used by authorised, trained personnel.
• Do not use the appliance on surfaces with an inclination greater than the one shown on the
registration plate.
• The appliance is not suitable for cleaning rough or uneven oors. Do not use the appliance on
slopes.
• In the event of a re, use a powder extinguisher. Do not use water.
• Adapt the speed to the adhesion conditions.
• In order to prevent any unauthorised use of the appliance, the power supply should be
interrupted, turning o the appliance using the main switch (and then removing the key from the
cylinder versions with traction drive) and disconnecting the battery connector from the electrical
system connector.
• Do not use the appliance if you do not have the required knowledge or authorisation.
• Do not use the appliance if you have not read and understood the following user manual.
• Do not use the appliance under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Do not use the appliance while using a mobile phone or other electronic devices.
• Do not use the appliance if it is not working correctly.
• Do not use the appliance in areas where there are inammable liquids or vapours or combustible
powders.
• Do not use the appliance is areas that are too dark to see the controls or to use the machine
safely.
• Do not use the appliance in areas where there is a risk of falling objects.
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CAUTION:
• The appliance should not be used by people (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or who do not have the necessary experience or knowledge
of the appliance.
• Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the machine.
• When using the appliance, pay attention to other people and especially to children.
• The appliance must only be powered with the voltage shown on the registration plate.
• Carefully read the labels on the appliance. Do not cover them for any reason and replace them
immediately if they become damaged.
• The appliance must always be stored and used in an enclosed space or under cover.
• The appliance must not be used or kept outdoors in damp conditions or directly exposed to rain.
• The appliance does not cause harmful vibrations.
• Use the appliance only in the manner described in this manual.
• Do not collect inammable or steaming refuse, like cigarettes, matches and hot embers.
• Reduce speed along dangerous bends or slopes.
• Reduce speed before turning.
• Pay attention when reversing.
• Always follow the instructions on the containers for mixing, using and disposing of chemical
substances.
ATTENTION:
• The appliance is intended for commercial use, like for example schools, hotels, hospitals,
factories, shops and oces.
• When using the appliance, be careful not to injure people or damage objects.
• Be careful to avoid collisions with shelving or scaolding, above all if there is a risk of objects
falling from heights.
• Do not place any liquid containers on the appliance.
• The operating temperature of the appliance should be between 0 °C and +40 °C.
• When using detergents to clean the ooring, always follow the instructions and respect the
warnings indicated on the containers' labels.
• Always use appropriate gloves and protective equipment when handling the detergents used
to clean the oor.
• Do not use the appliance as a means of transport.
• Avoid using the brushes while the appliance is standing still, so as not to damage the oor.
• In the event of a re, use a powder re extinguisher if possible, and avoid the use of water.
• Do not allow any objects to penetrate into the machine's openings. Do not use the appliance if
the openings are obstructed.
• Keep the appliance's openings free of any dust, lint, hairs, or any other foreign materials that
could reduce the airow.
• Do not remove or alter any labels axed to the appliance.
• This appliance has not been approved for use on public streets or roadways.
• Use only brushes and pad holders supplied with the appliance or those specied in the
following manual. The use of other brushes or felt pads could compromise the machine's safety
conditions.
• Before starting to work, check there are no leaks.
• Before starting to work, check that all the safety devices have been installed and are working
correctly.
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DEACTIVATION OF THE MACHINE
WARNING:
• Always protect the appliance from the sun, rain and other bad weather, when it is operating and
when it is not. Store the appliance in a covered, dry place: this appliance is only for dry use and
should never be used or kept outdoors in damp conditions.
• Do not park the appliance near combustible materials, powders, gases or liquids.
• Stop the appliance on a at surface.
• To prevent unauthorised use of the appliance, the power supply should be disconnected. Switch
o the appliance using the main switch and disconnect the battery connector from the electrical
system connector.
• In order to prevent any unauthorised use of the appliance, the power supply should be
deactivated by turning o the main switch (and then removing the key from the ignition) and
disconnecting the battery connector from the electrical system connector (valid for BT - BTS -
BTO versions).
• When left unattended, the appliance must be protected against unintentional movements
ATTENTION:
• The appliance must be stored at a temperature between 0 °C and +40 °C. The humidity level
must be between 30% and 95%.
MAINTENANCE
DANGER:
• In order to avoid short-circuits when working in the vicinity of electrical components, do the
following: avoid the use of non-insulated tools; do not place or allow metallic objects to fall upon
the electrically powered components; remove any rings, watches and/or clothing with metallic
parts that might come into contact with the electrically powered components.
• Do not spray or wet the machine to avoid the risk of electrical faults. Use a damp cloth.
WARNING:
• Read all the relevant instructions carefully before performing any maintenance/repair operations.
• If the machine does not work properly, check this is not caused by failure to carry out routine
maintenance. Otherwise, ask for intervention of the authorised technical assistance centre.
• Restore all electrical connections after any maintenance interventions.
CAUTION:
• When doing maintenance work, switch o the machine using the main switch. Remove
the key from the instrument panel and remove the battery connector from the electrical
system connector. Also, make sure the battery charger power cable is disconnected
from the appliance and the mains socket.
• Avoid contact with moving parts. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery and tie up long hair.
• Block the wheels before lifting the machine.
• Lift the machine with equipment suitable for the weight to be lifted.
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ATTENTION:
• The cleaning and maintenance of the appliance should not be carried out by people
(including children) who do not have the necessary experience with and knowledge of
the appliance.
• Never tamper with the machine's protection devices for any reason; always follow the supplied
routine maintenance instructions scrupulously.
• If the machine needs to be pushed for maintenance purposes (batteries absent; discharged
batteries; etc.), never exceed 4 km/h.
• If any issues are encountered while using the machine, check to make sure that these are
not due to a lack of proper maintenance. Otherwise, request the intervention of authorized
personnel or an Authorized service centre.
• If any parts need to be replaced, always request ORIGINAL spare parts from an authorized
Dealer or Retailer.
• In order to ensure the machine's safety and proper functionality, always have the scheduled
maintenance interventions (specied in the appropriate section of this Manual) performed by
authorized personnel or by an authorized Service Centre.
• Do not clean the machine with direct or pressurized jets of water, or with corrosive substances.
• If lead batteries (WET) have been installed on the machine, avoid tilting the machine beyond
30° with respect to the horizontal plane, as this could cause the highly corrosive liquid to leak
out of the batteries.
• Avoid contact with the battery acid.
• Keep all metal objects away from the batteries.
• Use a non-conductive device for removing the battery.
• Use a hoist and suitable equipment when lifting the batteries.
• The battery must be installed by qualied personnel.
• Always observe the safety measures of the site regarding battery removal.
• Remove the batteries if the machine needs to be tilted in order to perform maintenance
procedures.
• Have the machine checked by an authorised technical assistance centre every year.
• When disposing of consumable materials, observe the laws and regulations in force. Once
the machine has reached the end of its service life, the materials contained within it must be
disposed of in an appropriate manner, keeping in mind that the machine itself has been built
using fully recyclable materials.
• Only push or tow the machine when the seat is occupied by an operator able to control the
machine.
• Do not wash the machine with pressurised water or wet the machine near electrical components.
• All repairs must be carried out by qualied personnel.
• Do not physically change the design characteristics of the machine.
• Use spare parts supplied by Comac or by Comac service centres.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required and as suggested in the manual.
TRANSPORT
WARNING:
• Empty both tanks before transporting.
• Put the squeegee and the brushes in their work position before securing the machine to the
transport vehicle.
• Use a ramp, a truck or trailer capable of supporting the weight of the machine and the operator.
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• Use a winch to put the machine on the transport vehicle. Do not drive the machine onto a truck
or a trailer.
• In order to put the machine on the transport vehicle, the ramp should not have such an inclination
that the machine gets damaged.
• Engage the parking brake after loading the machine onto the transport vehicle.
ATTENTION:
• The machine must only be stored under temperature conditions ranging from 0 °C to +40 °C.
The humidity level must be between 30% and 95%.
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SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE
SYMBOLS PRESENT ON THE REGISTRATION PLATE
SYMBOLS PRINTED ON THE APPLIANCE
LABELS PRESENT ON THE APPLIANCE
SYMBOLS USED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL (version B)
SYMBOLS USED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL (versions BT - BTS - BTO)
Direct current symbol:
Used on the appliance's registration plate to indicate that the appliance is powered by
a DC power supply.
Battery symbol:
Used on the appliance's registration plates to indicate the mass of the batteries used to
power the appliance (expressed in Kg). The value refers to the batteries recommended
by the manufacturer (read paragraph titled “TYPE OF BATTERY TO BE USED”).
X% Maximum gradient symbol:
Used on the registration plate of the device, to indicate the maximum gradient that can
be safely handled by the device in work mode.
Tank empty symbol:
Used on the rear of the device to indicate the position of the solution tank drainage cap.
Brush head unit control symbol:
Used on the rear of the appliance, to indicate the position of the brush head control
pedal.
Tap position symbol:
Used on the rear of the appliance, to indicate the position of the detergent solution
control tap.
Cap/lter position symbol:
Used on the rear of the device to indicate the position of the solution tank cap/lter.
Symbol of maximum temperature for lling the solution tank:
Used on the side of the device, to indicate the maximum temperature of the water for
lling the solution tank safely.
Main switch symbol:
This is used on the back of the appliance to indicate the main switch.
Symbol of battery charge level:
Used on the instrument panel, to indicate the battery charge level display.
Symbol of brush gearmotor control switch:
Used on the instrument panel to indicate the brush gearmotor control switch.
Symbol of vacuum motor control switch:
Used on the instrument panel to indicate the vacuum motor control switch.
Symbol of solenoid valve control switch:
Used on the instrument panel to indicate the control switch for the solenoid valve in the
brush head body of the appliance.
Squeegee in “WORK” position symbol:
This is used in the rear of the machine to indicate where the squeegee control lever
needs to be positioned for work mode.
Squeegee in “RESTING” position symbol:
This is used in the rear of the machine to indicate where the squeegee control lever
needs to be positioned for idle mode.
Detergent ow control symbol.
Used on the rear of the device to indicate the position of the detergent solution ow
adjustment lever.
Symbol for work speed regulation (B versions):
Used on the brush head unit to indicate the knob for adjusting the working speed of the
device in the version without traction.
Squeegee unit vacuum hose position:
Used on the back of the appliance to identify the correct position for the squeegee unit's
vacuum hose. The tube must be positioned behind the squeegee unit's lifting chain.
Warning label:
Axed to the appliance in order to warn the operator to read the user and maintenance
manual (this document) before using the appliance. It also shows certain procedures to
be applied for the proper care of the appliance.
Solution tank lter daily care warning label:
Axed to the appliance in order to remind the operator to clean the solution tank lter
after each use of the appliance.
Warning label (versions with on-board battery charger):
Axed to the appliance in order to warn the operator to read the user and maintenance
manual (this document) before using the appliance. It also contains a summary of the
procedures to be applied in order to properly charge the batteries.
Warning label (versions with on-board battery charger):
Used on the appliance to advise the operator of the procedures to be applied in order to
properly care for the appliance.
pH label (versions with on-board CDS system):
Axed above the detergent tank to indicate the pH range of the detergent to be utilized.
Percentage of detergent use label (versions with on-board CDS system):
Axed near the detergent tank to indicate the usage instructions for standard or
concentrated detergents.
Main switch symbol:
This is used on the back of the appliance to indicate the main switch.
Traction motor potentiometer symbol:
Used on the control panel to indicate the knob that commands the potentiometer that
controls the traction motor.
Symbol for ECO-MODE program:
Used on the control panel to indicate the switch for activating the ECO-MODE program.
Symbol of the reverse movement selector:
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for engaging the reverse gear.
Brush release symbol:
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for releasing the brush automatically.
Brush head control symbol (versions with PM system):
Used on the control panel to indicate the brush head command button of the appliance.
Water level adjustment symbol (versions with CDS system):
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for adjusting the water level in the
device water circuit.
Detergent percentage adjustment symbol (versions with CDS system):
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for adjusting the percentage of
detergent in the device water circuit.
Vacuum wand control symbol (versions with SST system):
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for controlling the vacuum wand.
Spray gun control symbol (versions with SST system):
Used on the control panel to indicate the button for controlling the spray gun.
Water system use warning label (versions with on-board CDS):
Axed to the appliance in order to warn the operator to read the user and maintenance
manual (this document) before using the appliance with the automatic detergent
solution dosing system.
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The adjacent image identies the “WORK
PANEL” screen, the icon in the top right
corresponds to the charge level of the batteries.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING” work screen for the BT - BTO
versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee unit
are in contact with the ground. The working
program selected is the standard one.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING with EXTRA PRESSURE” work
screen for the PM versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee
unit are in contact with the ground. The extra
pressure is exerted on the brush head body.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING IN ECO-MODE” work screen for
the BT - BTO versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee unit
are in contact with the ground. The working
program selected is eco-mode.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING IN ECO-MODE with EXTRA
PRESSURE” work screen for the PM versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee
unit are in contact with the ground. The extra
pressure is exerted on the brush head body.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING” work screen for the BTS
versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee unit
are in contact with the ground. The working
program selected is the standard one.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
AND DRYING IN ECO-MODE” work screen for
the BTS versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
both the brush head unit and the squeegee unit
are in contact with the ground. The working
program selected is eco-mode.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
ONLY” work screen for the BT - BTO versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
only the brush head unit is in contact with the
ground. The squeegee unit is in its idle position.
The working program selected is the standard
one.
DISPLAY SCREENS (versions BT - BTS - BTO) The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
ONLY” work screen for the PM versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
only the brush head unit is in contact with the
ground. The squeegee unit is in its idle position.
The extra pressure is exerted on the brush head
body.
The adjacent image shows the “SCRUBBING
ONLY” work screen for the BTS versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
only the brush head unit is in contact with the
ground. The squeegee unit is in its idle position.
The working program selected is the standard
one.
The adjacent image shows the “DRYING ONLY”
work screen.
The symbol in the middle of the screen identies
the type of work being carried out. In this case,
only the squeegee unit is in contact with the
ground. The brush head unit is in its idle
position. The working program selected is the
standard one.
The drying without scrubbing operation should only be carried out if
beforehand the device was used to carry out scrubbing without drying.
The adjacent image shows the “ECO-MODE
DRYING ONLY” work screen.
The symbol in the middle of the screen
identies the type of work being carried out. In
this case, only the squeegee unit is in contact
with the ground. The brush head unit is in its
idle position. The working program selected is
eco-mode.
The drying without scrubbing operation should only be carried out if
beforehand the device was used to carry out scrubbing without drying.
The adjacent image shows the “CRITICAL
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL” warning screen.
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the battery charge has reached a critical
level. The remaining charge is sucient for
completing the drying task before recharging
the batteries.
The adjacent image indicates that “REVERSE”
movement is being used.
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that reverse movement is currently being used.
The adjacent image indicates the “BRUSH
RELEASE” for the BT versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
the activation of the sequence for releasing the
brush from the brush-holder plate on the brush
head.
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The adjacent image identies “EMERGENCY
SWITCH ACTIVE”.
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that currently the emergency button has been
activated.
The adjacent image indicates “ELECTRONIC
BRAKE DISENGAGED”.
The symbol that appears in the middle of the
screen indicates that the appliance's electric
brake is not currently engaged.
The adjacent image shows the
“WORKING PANEL (CDS version)”
screen, with the following elements
identied:
1. This icon shows the batteries'
charge level.
2. This icon shows the percentage of
chemical detergent present in the
detergent solution.
3. This icon shows the amount of
water present in the detergent
solution.
The adjacent image shows “WATER LEVEL
ADJUSTMENT” in the water circuit (versions
with CDS).
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the amount of water in the device water
circuit is being adjusted.
The adjacent image shows “WATER LEVEL AT
ZERO” in the water circuit (versions with CDS).
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the amount of water in the device water
circuit is currently at zero.
The adjacent image shows “DETERGENT
PERCENTAGE ADJUSTMENT” in the water
circuit (versions with CDS).
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the percentage of detergent in the device
water circuit is being adjusted.
The adjacent image shows “DETERGENT
PERCENTAGE AT ZERO” in the water circuit
(versions with CDS).
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the percentage of detergent in the device
water circuit is currently at zero.
The adjacent image shows the “SPRAY GUN
KIT ACTIVATION” only for SST versions.
The symbol in the middle of the screen indicates
that the spray gun kit is currently active.
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PREPARING THE APPLIANCE
HANDLING THE PACKED APPLIANCE
Since the packaging elements (plastic bags, staples, etc.) are a potential source of danger, they should
not be left within the reach of children, disabled persons, etc.
Gross weight of device, including packaging, is:
• 95Kg for the Antea 50B
• 100Kg for the Antea 50BTS
• 105Kg for the Antea 50 BT-BTO
• 115Kg for the Versa 55-65 BT
• 000Kg for the Versa 60BTS
The packaging dimensions are:
• A=610mm B=1250mm C=1135mm for Antea 50 B-BT-BTO
• A=730mm B=1330mm C=1220mm for Antea 50BTS and Versa 55-65 BT
N.B.: it is recommended that all the packaging components be kept
for any future transportation of the appliance.
DANGER: move the packaged product with handling equipment
that complies with legal requirements regarding size and mass of
the packaging.
HOW TO UNPACK THE APPLIANCE (versions without PM)
The appliance is enclosed within special packaging; to remove the appliance from the packaging
proceed as follows:
1. Place the lower part of the outer packaging in contact with the oor.
N.B.: Use the pictograms printed on the box as reference.
2. Remove the outer package.
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
3. Raise the brush head unit and press the brush head control pedal (1) (on the rear of the device)
downwards (Fig. 1).
4. Raise the squeegee unit and turn the squeegee control lever (2) in the direction of the arrow in
(Fig. 2). The lever is located on the back of the device.
5. The device is xed to the pallet by means of wedges (3) that block the wheels and brush head
(Fig. 3). Remove the wedges.
6. For BT versions, release the electronic brake and turn the lever (4) in the direction of the arrow. The
traction gearmotor is located on the left side of the device (Fig. 4).
7. Using a chute, bring the device down from the pallet, pushing it backwards.
N.B.: Do not t the brush and the rear squeegee unit before unloading the device, and avoid any
violent jolts to the brush head and the squeegee support.
N.B.: during the operation to move it by pushing, the electric brake should not be engaged. The
device will anyway have safety braking, once a set critical speed has been exceeded the internal
braking system of the chopper circuit board will activate automatically.
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HOW TO UNPACK THE APPLIANCE (versions with PM)
The appliance is enclosed within special packaging; to remove the appliance from the packaging
proceed as follows:
1. Place the lower part of the outer packaging in contact with the oor.
N.B.: Use the pictograms printed on the box as reference.
2. Remove the outer package.
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
3. Check that the appliance is o, if not, set the main switch (1) to “0”, turning the key (2) a quarter of a
turn to the left (Fig. 1). Remove the key from the instrument panel.
4. Grip the handle (3) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 2) and turn the tank as far as it will go in
the maintenance position (Fig. 3).
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5. Connect the battery hopper connector (4) to the connector of the general system (5) (Fig. 4).
WARNING: This process must be carried out by qualied personnel.
6. Grip the handle (3) on the left side of the recovery tank and turn the tank until it reaches the work
position (Fig. 5).
7. The device is xed to the pallet by two wedges (6) that block the wheels and brush head (Fig. 6).
Remove the wedges.
8. Start the appliance, turn the main switch (1) to “I”, making a quarter turn to the right with the key (2)
Fig. 7)).
9. Lift the brush head body, press the “BRUSH HEAD COMMAND” button (7) on the control panel
(Fig. 8).
10. Raise the squeegee unit and turn the squeegee control lever (8) in the direction of the arrow in
(Fig. 9). The lever is located on the back of the device.
11. Press the “REVERSE ACTIVATION - DEACTIVATION” button (9) on the control panel (Fig. 10).
N.B.: as soon as you press the button (9) on the control panel (Fig. 10), the control display will
show the “REVERSE” screen (Fig. 11).
12. Engage the dead man's levers (10) on the handlebar (Fig. 12) to start moving the appliance in
reverse.
13. Using a chute, bring the device down from the pallet, pushing it backwards.
N.B.: Do not t the brush and the rear squeegee unit before unloading the device, and avoid any
violent jolts to the brush head and the squeegee support.
14. Turn o the appliance, turning the main machine switch (1) to “0”, and turn the key (2) a quarter turn
to the left (Fig. 1). Remove the key from the instrument panel.
15. Grip the handle (3) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 2) and turn the tank as far as it will go in
the maintenance position (Fig. 3).
16. Disconnect the battery hopper connector (4) from the connector of the general system (5) Fig. 13).
WARNING: This process must be carried out by qualied personnel.
17. Grip the handle (3) on the left side of the recovery tank and turn the tank until it reaches the work
position (Fig. 5).
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HOW TO TRANSPORT THE APPLIANCE
To transport the machine, proceed as follows:
1. Check that the solution tank and recovery tank are empty, and empty them if necessary (see
the paragraph“EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK” or read the paragraph “EMPTYING THE
SOLUTION TANK”).
2. For B versions, make sure the device is switched o. If it isn't, press the main switch (1) on the back
of the device (Fig. 1).
N.B.: in B versions, the main switch (1) is in the idle position when the LED inside it is OFF and
the activation symbol is not visible.
3. For BT versions, make sure the device is switched o. If it isn't, bring the main switch (2) to the
“0” position by making a quarter turn to the left with the key (3) (Fig. 2). Remove the key from the
instrument panel.
4. Grip the handle (4) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 3) and turn the tank as far as it will go,
until it reaches the maintenance position (Fig. 4).
5. Disconnect the connector of the general system (5) from the connector of the batteries (6)Fig. 5).
WARNING: This process must be carried out by qualied personnel.
6. Grip the handle on the left side of the recovery tank and turn the tank until it reaches the work position
(Fig. 6).
7. For BT versions, release the electronic brake and turn the lever (7) in the direction of the arrow. The
traction gearmotor is located on the left side of the device (Fig. 7).
8. Using a chute, slide the machine onto the pallet.
9. For BT versions, engage the electronic brake and turn the lever (7) in the direction of the arrow. The
traction gearmotor is located on the left side of the device (Fig. 8).
10. Secure the device to the pallet using the wedges.
WARNING: for transportation without a pallet, secure the device according to the directives in
force in the country of use so that it does not slide or tip over.
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COMPONENT POSITIONING
The basic components of the appliance are as follows:
1. Knob for adjusting the work speed (B versions) (Fig. 1).
2. Recovery tank outlet pipe (Fig. 2).
3. Handle for raising the recovery tank (Fig. 2).
4. Solution tank cap/measuring device (Fig. 3).
5. Tube for quick lling of the solution tank (Fig. 3).
6. Tube for solution tank level/drainage (Fig. 4).
7. Handle for raising the squeegee unit (Fig. 4).
8. Rod for adjusting the detergent solution ow (Fig. 4).
9. Tap control lever (Fig. 5).
10. Squeegee unit vacuum hose (Fig. 5).
11. Brush head control pedal (Fig. 6).
12. Solution tank cap/lter (Fig. 6).
13. Hour meter display (B versions) (Fig. 7).
14. Battery charge level display (B versions) (Fig. 7).
15. Button for switching brush head gearmotor ON and OFF (B versions) (Fig. 7).
16. Button for switching vacuum motor ON and OFF (B versions) (Fig. 7).
17. Button for switching water system solenoid valve ON and OFF (B versions) (Fig. 7).
18. Dead man's lever (Fig. 7).
19. Handlebar (Fig. 7).
20. Main switch (B versions) (Fig. 7).
21. Control display (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
22. ECO-MODE program selection button (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
23. Button for adjusting the water ow in the device water system (valid only for BT versions with CDS)
(Fig. 8).
24. Button for enabling or disabling reverse mode (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
25. Brush release button (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
26. Button for adjusting the detergent solution percentage in the device water system (valid only for BT
versions with CDS) (Fig. 8).
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27. Knob for adjusting the operation control potentiometer (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
28. Dead man's lever (Fig. 8).
29. Handlebar (Fig. 8).
30. Key switch for controlling the main system (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
31. Emergency button (BT versions) (Fig. 8).
32. Recovery tank cover (Fig. 9).
33. Storage compartment (Fig. 9).
34. Cap for battery charger socket (battery charger versions only) (Fig. 10).
35. Battery charge LED display (battery charger versions only) (Fig. 10).
36. Electronic brake lever (BT versions only) (Fig. 11).
37. Brush head carter (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
38. Right side splash guard retainer knob (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
39. Right side splash guard (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
40. Front brush hub (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
41. Rear brush hub (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
42. Debris hopper (Antea 50 BTS) (Fig. 12).
43. Brush head control button, only for versions with PM (Fig. 8).
44. Brush head left carter (Versa 65 BT) (Fig. 13).
45. Brush head right carter (Versa 65 BT) (Fig. 13).
46. Brush head (Versa 65 BT) (Fig. 13).
47. Brush holder ange locking pin (Versa 65 BT) (Fig. 13).
48. Brush head carter (Versa 65 BTS) (Fig. 14).
49. Brush head side splash guard (Versa 65 BTS) (Fig. 14).
50. Brush support hub (Versa 65 BTS) (Fig. 14).
51. Debris hopper (Versa 65 BTS) (Fig. 14).
52. Spray gun kit delivery pipe quick-coupler (SST versions) (Fig. 14).
53. Spray gun kit accessory (SST versions) (Fig. 15).
54. Vacuum wand accessory (SST versions) (Fig. 15).
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APPLIANCE SAFETY
The stages for making the appliance safe, and thereby allowing all the operations to be carried out in
complete safety, are as follows:
1. For BT versions, make sure the electronic brake is engaged by turning the lever (1) in the rear right
part of the machine counter-clockwise (Fig. 1).
2. Check that the recovery tank is empty. If it isn't, empty it using the tube (2) on the left side of the
machine (Fig. 2) (read the paragraph “EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK”).
ATTENTION: The tanks should be emptied in the place used for draining dirty water.
N.B.: the place designated for this operation must comply with current environmental protection
regulations.
3. For B versions, make sure the device is switched o. If it isn't, press the main switch (3) on the back
of the device (Fig. 3).
N.B.: in B versions, the main switch (3) is in the idle position when the LED inside it is OFF and
the activation symbol is not visible.
4. For versions with PM, start the appliance, turn the main switch (4) to “I”, making a quarter turn to the
right with the key (5) Fig. 4)).
5. Lift the brush head body o the oor and press the “BRUSH HEAD CONTROL” button (6) on the
control panel (Fig. 5).
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6. For BT and PM versions, switch o the machine by bringing the main switch (4) to “0” and making a
quarter turn to the left with the key (5) Fig. 6)). Remove the key from the instrument panel.
7. For versions without PM, lift the brush head o the oor, using the brush head control pedal (7)
(Fig. 7).
8. Raise the squeegee o the oor, turn the squeegee control lever (8) counter-clockwise (Fig. 8).
9. Grip the handle (9) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 9) and turn the tank as far as it will go,
the maintenance position (Fig. 10).
10. Disconnect the general system connector (10) from the connector of the batteries (11) (Fig. 11).
WARNING: This process must be carried out by qualied personnel.
11. Grip the handle on the left side of the recovery tank and turn the tank until it reaches the work position
(Fig. 12).
WARNING: make sure the battery charger supply cable is disconnected from the mains socket.
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TYPE OF BATTERY TO BE USED
Power to the machine must be supplied by two sealed traction batteries with gas recombination or gel
technology.
The batteries must meet the requirements laid out in the norms: CEI EN 60254-1:2005-12 (CEI 21-5) +
CEI EN 60254-2:2008-06 (CEI 21-7). For a good operating performance, we suggest the use of two 12V
MFP 77 Ah/C5 batteries.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL
For maintenance and recharging, respect the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. When
the battery reaches the end of its working life, it must be disconnected by expert, trained personnel then
removed from the battery compartment with the aid of suitable lifting devices.
N.B.: dead batteries are classied as dangerous waste and as such must be delivered to an
authorised body for disposal.
INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE DEVICE
The batteries must be housed in the special compartment beneath the recovery tank and should be
handled using lifting equipment that is suitable in terms of both weight and its coupling system.
WARNING: make sure that you comply with the accident prevention regulations in force in the
country where you work or with DIN EN 50272-3 and DIN EN 50110-1, before any handling of the
batteries.
WARNING: to prevent an accidental short circuit use insulated tools to connect the batteries, and
do not place or drop metal objects on the battery. Remove rings, watches and any clothing with
metal parts that may come into contact with the battery terminals.
The various phases for inserting the batteries in the battery compartment are as follows:
1. For BT versions, make sure the electronic brake is engaged by turning the lever (1) in the rear right
part of the machine counter-clockwise (Fig. 1).
2. Check that the recovery tank is empty. If it isn't, empty it using the tube (2) on the left side of the
machine (Fig. 2) (read the paragraph “EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK”).
N.B.: The tanks should be emptied in the place used for draining dirty water.
N.B.: the place designated for this operation must comply with current environmental protection
regulations.
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CONNECTING BATTERIES TO THE SYSTEM OF THE APPLIANCE
The batteries should be connected so as to obtain a total voltage of 24V.
WARNING: it is recommended that all installation and maintenance operations be carried out by
expert personnel, trained at the specialised assistance centre.
WARNING: to prevent an accidental short circuit use insulated tools to connect the batteries, and
do not place or drop metal objects on the battery. Remove rings, watches and any clothing with
metal parts that may come into contact with the battery terminals.
The various phases for inserting the batteries in the battery compartment are as follows:
1. Using the jumper cable supplied (1), connect the “+” and “-” poles of the batteries in series (Fig. 1).
2. Connect the battery connector cable (2) to the “+” and “-” poles to obtain a voltage of 24V on the
terminals (Fig. 2).
3. Connect the battery connector (2) to the electric system connector (3) (Fig. 3).
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RECHARGING THE BATTERIES
The battery must be charged prior to the rst use, and when it doesn't provide enough power for tasks
that could formerly be performed without diculty.
WARNING: to avoid any permanent damage to the batteries, it is essential to avoid their complete
discharge; begin recharging them within a few minutes of noting the “discharged batteries” signal.
N.B.: never leave the batteries completely discharged, even if the device is not being used.
3. For B versions, make sure the device is switched o. If it isn't, press the main switch (3) on the back
of the device (Fig. 3).
N.B.: in B versions, the main switch (3) is in the idle position when the LED inside it is OFF and
the activation symbol is not visible.
4. For BT versions, make sure the device is switched o. If it isn't, set the main switch (4) to “0” by
making a quarter turn to the left with the key (5) (Fig. 4). Remove the key from the instrument panel.
5. Grip the handle (6) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 5) and turn the tank as far as it will go,
until it reaches the maintenance position (Fig. 6).
N.B.: for battery maintenance and daily recharging, you must fully respect the indications provided
by the manufacturer or retailer.
WARNING: all installation and maintenance operations must be carried out by specialised
personnel.
WARNING: before installing the battery, clean the battery compartment. Check that the
connectors on the cables supplied are functioning correctly.
WARNING: check that the characteristics of the battery that you are looking to use are appropriate
for the type of work to be performed. Check the battery charge and the condition of the contacts
on the battery.
CAUTION: you are advised to only lift and move the batteries with lifting and transportation means
suitable for the specic weight and size
ATTENTION: the lifting hooks must not damage the blocks, connectors or cables.
N.B.: before inserting the batteries, remember to cover the terminals with a little grease to protect
them against external corrosion.
6. House the batteries in the compartment, positioning the poles “+” and “-“ opposite each other (Fig. 7).
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To recharge the batteries without the built-in battery charger, proceed as follows:
1. Bring the appliance to the zone where the batteries are charged.
2. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
WARNING: park the appliance in an enclosed place, on a at surface; near the appliance there
must be no objects that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.
WARNING: the room used to recharge the batteries must be adequately ventilated to prevent the
accumulation of gases that leak from batteries.
3. Grip the handle (1) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 1).
4. Turn the recovery tank up to the end stop, maintenance position (Fig. 2).
5. Disconnect the electric system connector (3) from the battery connector (2) (Fig. 3).
WARNING: the following operations must be carried out by qualied personnel. An incorrect
connection of the connector may cause a malfunction of the device.
6. Connect the external battery charger cable connector (4) to the battery connector (2) (Fig. 4).
N.B.: the coupling connector of the battery charger is consigned inside the bag containing this
instruction booklet, and must be assembled on the cables of the battery charger as indicated in
the instructions.
WARNING: before connecting the batteries to the battery charger, make sure it is suitable for the
batteries used.
N.B.: carefully read the use and maintenance instructions of the battery charger that is used for
charging.
WARNING: keep the recovery tank open for the duration of the battery recharging cycle to allow
gas fumes to escape.
7. When the recharge cycle is complete, disconnect the battery charger cable connector (4) from the
battery connector (2) (Fig. 5).
8. Connect the electric system connector (3) to the battery connector (2) (Fig. 6).
9. Grip the handle (1) on the side of the recovery tank (Fig. 7).
10. Turn the recovery tank as far as it will go, to the work position (Fig. 8).
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RECHARGING THE BATTERIES (versions with CB system)
The battery must be charged prior to the rst use, and when it doesn't provide enough power for tasks
that could formerly be performed without diculty.
ATTENTION: to avoid any permanent damage to the batteries, it is essential to avoid their
complete discharge; begin recharging them within a few minutes of noting the “discharged
batteries” signal.
N.B.: never leave the batteries completely discharged, even if the device is not being used.
To recharge the batteries with the on-board battery charger proceed as follows:
1. Bring the appliance to the zone where the batteries are charged.
2. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
WARNING: park the appliance in an enclosed place, on a at surface; near the appliance there
must be no objects that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.
WARNING: the room used to recharge the batteries must be adequately ventilated to prevent the
accumulation of gases that leak from batteries.
3. Grip the handle (1) on the left side of the recovery tank (Fig. 1).
4. Turn the recovery tank up to the end stop, maintenance position (Fig. 2).
WARNING: the following operations must be carried out by qualied personnel. An incorrect
connection of the connector may cause a malfunction of the device.
N.B.: Carefully read the use and maintenance instructions of the battery charger that is used for
charging.
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5. Connect the battery connector (2) to the electric system connector (3) (Fig. 3).
6. Remove the cap (4) from the battery charger socket (Fig. 4).
N.B.: Before connecting the batteries to the battery charger, make sure it is suitable for the
batteries used.
N.B.: Before inserting the battery charger power cable in the socket (5), make sure there is no
condensate or other types of liquid (Fig. 5).
N.B.: the battery charger power cable is delivered inside the bag containing this instruction
booklet.
7. Connect the connector of the battery charger power cable (6) to the socket in the charger itself
(Fig. 6).
8. Plug the battery charger cable into the mains socket.
N.B.: Keep the recovery tank open for the duration of the battery recharging cycle to allow gas
fumes to escape.
9. When the recharge cycle is complete, disconnect the battery charger cable from the mains.
10. Disconnect the connector of the battery charger power cable (6) from the socket in the charger itself
(Fig. 7).
11. Insert the cap (4) on the battery charger socket (Fig. 8).
12. Grip the handle (1) on the side of the recovery tank (Fig. 9).
13. Turn the recovery tank as far as it will go, to the work position (Fig. 10).
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HOUR METER (B versions)
The device's control panel contains the hour meter display (1), which
shows the total usage time (Fig. 1). The digits that precede the “.” symbol
identify hours, whilst the digit that follows it indicates hour decimals
(an hour decimal corresponds to six minutes). The ashing “:” symbol
indicates that the hour meter is counting the appliance's operating time.
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HOUR METER (BT versions)
The device control panel contains the control display (2), which shows the
total usage time (Fig. 2). The numbers before the letter “h” identify the
hours, while the numbers before the letter “m” identify the tenths of an
hour (a tenth of an hour corresponds to six minutes). The ashing “:”
symbol indicates that the hour meter is counting the appliance's operating
time.
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2
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR (B versions)
The instrument panel contains the display (3) indicating the battery
charge status (Fig. 3). The battery charge level is represented by ve
numbers from 0 to 4, where 0 corresponds to a critical charge level and
4 corresponds to a fully charged battery.
N.B.: A few seconds after the battery charge reaches the critical
level, the brush motor switches o automatically. With the
remaining charge it is possible to complete the drying process
before starting the recharge.
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3
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR (BT versions)
The device instrument panel contains the control display. At the top right of the work screen, there is a
graphic symbol (01) representing the battery charge level indicator (Fig. 1). The indicator is composed of
5 charge levels, each of which represents about 20% of residual charge. With a residual charge of 20%,
the graphic symbol starts to ash. After a few seconds it appears in larger dimensions in the middle of the
screen (Fig. 2); at this point, you must take the machine to the designated recharging place.
N.B.: A few seconds after the battery charge level reaches 20%, the brush motor switches o
automatically. With the remaining charge it is still possible, however, to complete the drying
process before recharging
N.B.: A few seconds after the battery charge level reaches 10%, the vacuum motor switches o
automatically. The remaining charge is sucient for moving the appliance to the designated
recharging place
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH (B - BT single brush versions)
For packaging reasons, the brush is supplied disassembled from the device. To assemble it on the brush
head unit, proceed as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. If the brush head splash guard is present, release the brush head splash guards retainer spring (1)
(Fig. 1).
3. Remove the retainer blade (2) and the splash guard (3) (Fig. 2).
4. With the brush head UP, insert the brush in the plate housing underneath the brush head, turning it
until the three buttons engage with the niches on the plate itself. Turn until the pin is pushed towards
the coupling spring and is locked into place. The photo (Fig. 3) shows the rotation direction for brush
coupling.
5. Replace the splash guard, inserting rst the rear left part and then the right part. Remember to x it to
the brush head using the retainer blade.
6. Fix the retainer blade to the brush head with the aid of the spring.
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH (B - BT single brush versions)
For packaging reasons, the brush head splash guard is supplied disassembled from the device, and
must be assembled on the brush head unit as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. Release the brush head splash guards retainer spring (1) (Fig. 1).
3. Remove the retainer blade (2) (Fig. 2).
4. Fit the splash guard (Fig. 3), inserting rst the left part and then the right part. Remember to x it to
the brush head using the retainer blade.
5. Fix the retainer blade to the brush head with the aid of the spring.
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH (BT double brush versions)
For packaging reasons, the brush is supplied disassembled from the device. To assemble it on the brush
head unit, proceed as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
2. Position yourself at the rear of the appliance.
3. Lower the brush head unit by pressing the brush head control pedal (1) on the back of the appliance
(Fig. 1).
4. Position yourself at the front of the appliance.
5. If the splash guard carters (2) are present, remove them (Fig. 2) and lay them gently on the ground.
6. Position yourself at the rear of the appliance.
7. Raise the brush head body o the oor and press the brush head control pedal (1) on the rear of
the device (Fig. 3).
8. With the brush head UP, insert the brush in the plate housing underneath the brush head, turning it
until the three buttons engage with the niches on the plate itself.
9. Press the brush-holder plate latch (3) and simultaneously rotate the brush (4) according to the
direction indicated in the image (Fig. 4).
N.B.: The image Fig. 4 shows the rotation direction of the left brush.
10. When brush rotation is prevented, turn until the button on the brush is engaged in the coupling spring
on the brush-holder plate.
11. Reassemble the brush head splash guard carters.
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH (BT double brush versions)
For packaging reasons, the brush head splash guard is supplied disassembled from the device, and
must be assembled on the brush head unit as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. Position yourself at the front of the appliance.
3. Insert the pins (1) present on the left splash guard (2) (Fig. 1) into the holes (3) present in the brush
head body (4) (Fig. 2).
4. Repeat the same operation for the right splash guard also.
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH (50BTS double brush versions)
To assemble the brushes to bush head unit, which for reasons of packaging are supplied disassembled
from the machine, proceed as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. Position yourself on the right-hand side of the appliance.
3. Loosen the retainer knob (1) (Fig. 1).
4. Remove the right side splash guard support (2), making sure to shift the blade before removing the
splash guard support itself (Fig. 2).
5. Remove the rear brush guide hub (3) (Fig. 3).
6. Insert the rear brush into the tunnel, taking care to properly position the drive pins (4) on the guide
hub (5) in the slits present on the brush (Fig. 4).
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7. Insert the hub (3) into the brush, taking care to properly position the drive pins (6) in the slits on the
brush (Fig. 5).
8. Repeat the operations described above for the front brush as well.
N.B.: The rear brush (work direction) should always be the light blue one.
N.B.: The brush bristles are properly positioned if they form an X when viewed from above. Both
vertices, of the shortest height, should converge towards the centre.
9. Repeat the operations in reverse order to reassemble all the parts.
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INSTALLING THE BRUSH (65BTS double brush versions)
To assemble the brushes to bush head unit, which for reasons of packaging are supplied disassembled
from the machine, proceed as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. Stand on the left side of the appliance.
3. Remove the left side splash guard support (1) (Fig. 1).
4. Remove the brush hub support carter (2) from the brush head body (Fig. 2), remember to move the
retainer blade (3) downwards before removing the brush hub support (Fig. 3).
5. Insert the rear brush in the tunnel (Fig. 4), positioning the pentagonal driving pins (4) in the
pentagonal slit (5) in the brush (Fig. 5).
6. Insert the brush hub support carter (2) into the brush head base (Fig. 6), correctly positioning the
hexagonal pin (6) in the brush hub support into the hexagonal slit (7) in the brush (Fig. 7).
N.B.: To x the brush hub support carter to brush head body, insert the retainer blade (3) into the
slot (8) in the brush hub support carter (Fig. 8).
7. Repeat the operations described above for the front brush as well.
N.B.: The brush bristles are properly positioned if they form an X when viewed from above. Both
vertices, of the shortest height, should converge towards the centre.
8. Repeat the operations in reverse order to reassemble all the parts.
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INSTALLING THE ABRASIVE PAD (BTO versions)
For packaging reasons, the brush is supplied disassembled from the device. To assemble it on the brush
head unit, proceed as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).
CAUTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible
contact with the edges or tips of metal objects.
2. With the brush head up, insert the abrasive pad in the lower part of the brush head (Fig. 1).
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