KENT Blue 32 User manual

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Blue 32
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
KENT model: 908 4106 010
MODE D’EMPLOI ET D’ENTRETIEN
Modèle KENT: 908 4106 010
INSTRUCCIONES DE USO
Modelo KENT: 908 4106 010
INSTRUÇÕES DE USO
Modelo KENT: 908 4106 010
146 2301 000(1)2005-03

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Blue 32 – 146 2301 000(1)2005-03
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Blue 32 – 146 2301 000(1)2005-03 1
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................... 2
PURPOSE AND CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL.............................................................................................2
IDENTIFICATION DATA.................................................................................................................................... 2
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS..................................................................................................................... 2
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................. 2
MODIFICATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS........................................................................................................ 2
SAFETY - ACCIDENT PREVENTION ...................................................................................... 2
SYMBOLS.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING............................................................................................................................. 3
MACHINE DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................ 4
SWEEPER OPERATION CAPABILITIES.......................................................................................................... 4
TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................................................................................ 4
ELECTRICAL PROTECTIONS.......................................................................................................................... 5
ACCESSORIES / OPTIONS.............................................................................................................................. 5
MACHINE USE ......................................................................................................................... 5
BATTERY CHECK/INSTALLATION ON A NEW MACHINE ............................................................................. 5
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND BATTERY TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL)................................................. 6
BEFORE START-UP ......................................................................................................................................... 6
STARTING AND STOPPING THE MACHINE................................................................................................... 6
MACHINE OPERATION .................................................................................................................................... 7
EMPTYING THE HOPPER................................................................................................................................ 7
AFTER MACHINE USE ..................................................................................................................................... 7
PUSHING THE MACHINE................................................................................................................................. 7
MACHINE STORAGE........................................................................................................................................ 7
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................ 8
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE ............................................................................................................. 8
MAIN BROOM HEIGHT CHECK ....................................................................................................................... 9
MAIN BROOM REPLACEMENT ....................................................................................................................... 9
SIDE BROOM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................................... 10
SIDE BROOM REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................... 10
DUST FILTER CLEANING AND INTEGRITY CHECK .................................................................................... 10
SKIRT HEIGHT AND OPERATION CHECK ................................................................................................... 11
BATTERY CHARGING .................................................................................................................................... 11
SAFETY FUNCTIONS AND TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................. 12
HOOD SAFETY SWITCH ................................................................................................................................ 12
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................ 12
SCRAPPING ........................................................................................................................... 12

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE AND CONTENTS OF THIS
MANUAL
The purpose of this manual is to provide the Customer
with all necessary information to use the machine properly
in a safe way. It contains information about technical
characteristics, operation, machine storage, maintenance,
spare parts and safety conditions.
This manual is intended for Operators and Technicians
qualified for performing the machine maintenance.
Before carrying out any procedure on the machine, the
Operators and Qualified Technicians must read this
manual carefully. Contact the Manufacturer in case of
doubts regarding the interpretation of the instructions and
for any further information.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
The Machine Model and Serial Number are marked on the
nameplate that is located under the hood. (20, Fig. U).
The machine production year is shown after the Date
Code on the serial plate. (A04 means January 2004)
This information is useful when machine and engine
replacement parts are required. Use the following table to
write down the machine identification data for any future
reference.
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS
– Electronic Battery Charger Manual, also provided, is
to be considered an integral part of this manual.
The following manuals are also available:
– Service Manual (that can be consulted at any Kent
Service Center)
– Parts List, supplied with the machine
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE
All extraordinary maintenance and repairs must be carried
out by qualified personnel or by Kent Service Centers.
Only original spare parts and accessories should be used.
Call Kent for service or to order spare parts and
accessories. Specify the machine Model and Serial
Number when discussing your machine.
MODIFICATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS
Our Company constantly improves its products and
reserves the right to make changes and improvements at
its discretion without being obliged to apply such benefits
to the machines that were previously sold.
Any modifications and/or the addition of accessories must
be approved and performed by the Manufacturer.
SAFETY - ACCIDENT PREVENTION
The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous
situations. Always carefully read this information and take
the necessary precautions to protect people and property.
No accident prevention program is effective without the
total cooperation of the person responsible for the
machine operation. Most of the accidents that may occur
in a factory, while working or transporting the machine, are
caused by the failure to comply with the most simple
prudence rules. A careful and prudent user is the best
guarantee against accidents and is a prerequisite to carry
out any accident prevention program.
SYMBOLS
MACHINE Model..........................................................
MACHINE Serial Number.............................................
DANGER!
Is used to warn of immediate hazards that
will cause severe personal injury or death.
WARNING!
Is used to call attention to a situation that
could cause severe personal injury.
CAUTION!
Is used to call attention to a situation that
could cause minor personal injury or
damage to the machine or property.
CONSULTATION
Consult the instruction booklet before
performing any operation.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Specific warnings and cautions to inform you about
potential exposure to bodily harm and machine damage
are listed below.
– To perform maintenance/repair procedures turn the
machine ignition key to the OFF position and
disconnect the battery.
– This machine must be used by qualified and
authorized personnel only. Children or disabled
people cannot use this machine.
– Keep the battery far from sparks, flames and smoke.
Explosive gases are vented during normal operation.
– Do not wear jewelry when working near electrical
components.
– Do not work under the lifted machine if it is not
securely supported.
– Do not operate the machine near dangerous,
flammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or
vapors.
– Battery charging produces explosive hydrogen gas.
Keep the hood open during battery charging and
perform the operation only in well-ventilated areas
and far from open flames.
– When wet (lead-acid) batteries are mounted on this
machine, do not tilt the machine more than 30° from
its horizontal position. Doing so could cause the
highly corrosive acid to leak out of the batteries.
When it is necessary to tilt the machine for
maintenance, remove the batteries.
– Carefully read all maintenance/repair instructions
before carrying out any maintenance/repair
procedure.
– Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair,
jewelry and loose clothing from being caught in
moving parts.
– Do not smoke during battery charging.
– Do not leave the machine unattended with the ignition
key inserted and the parking brake deactivated, if
equipped,.
– Do not use the machine on surfaces with a gradient
greater than 2%.
– Do not wash the machine with pressurized water, or
with corrosive substances. Do not use compressed
air to clean this type of machine.
– Do not use the machine in extremely dusty areas.
– During the use of this machine take care not to
endanger other people.
– Storage temperature must be within +32°F - +104°F
(0°C - +40°C).
– The machine working temperature must be within
+32°F - +104°F (0°C - +40°C).
– Humidity range should be within 30% and 95%.
– Do not use the machine as a transport vehicle.
– Do not allow the brooms to operate while the machine
is stationary to avoid damaging the floor.
– In case of fire, use a powder extinguisher. Do not use
water.
– Do not bump into shelves or scaffolding where there
is a risk of falling objects.
– Adjust the operating speed according to the floor
conditions.
– Do not tamper with the machine safety guards; follow
the ordinary maintenance instructions scrupulously.
– Do not remove or modify the plates affixed on the
machine.
– In case of machine malfunctions ensure that these
are not caused by a lack of maintenance. Otherwise,
request assistance from the authorized personnel or
a Service Center.
– If parts must be replaced, request ORIGINAL spare
parts from a dealer or Authorized Retailer.
– To ensure proper machine operation and safety
conditions, the authorized personnel or Service
Center must carry out the Scheduled Maintenance
detailed in the related chapter of this Manual.
– The machine must be disposed of properly, at the end
of its cycle of life, because of the presence of
toxic-harmful materials (battery acid, oil, etc.), which
are subject to standards that require disposal in
special centers (see chapter “Scrapping”).
– If the machine is used according to the instructions, it
will not produce dangerous levels of vibration. The
machine vibration level is below 2.5 m/s2.
UNPACKING
When the machine is delivered, check that the carton and
the machine were not damaged during shipping. If
damage is evident, keep the packing materials and have it
checked by the Parcel Service that delivered it. Call the
Parcel Service immediately to fill out a request for a
compensation for damages.
Please check that the following items have been supplied
with the machine:
1. Technical documents: Sweeper Instruction for Use
Electronic Battery Charger Manual, Parts List
2. Side broom fuse (1)
3. Spare battery cables, terminal boots
4. Electronics fuse (1)
DANGER!
WARNING!