Nilfisk-Advance 908 2115 010 User manual

FORM No. 56041472(2)00-02
SW700B/SW850B/G
OPERATOR MANUAL
Advance MODEL 908 2115 010
Advance MODELS 908 2213 010 908 3401 010

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/GENERAL INFORMATION.................................................1
UNPACKING..................................................................................................2
TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................3
CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION ..................................................................4
PREPARING A NEW MACHINE (battery version)........................................5-7
PREPARING A NEW MACHINE (gasoline version)......................................8
START-UP (gasoline version).......................................................................9-10
START-UP (battery version) ........................................................................11
USE OF THE MACHINE .................................................................................12-13
CENTRAL BRUSH ADJUSTMENT AND REPLACEMENT ...............................14-15
SIDE BRUSH ADJUSTMENT AND REPLACEMENT .......................................16
FILTER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT ......................................................17-18
MAINTENANCE (battery version) ...............................................................19-20
MAINTENANCE (gasoline version)..............................................................21-22
SUMMARY TABLE (battery-operated version maintenance) ...................23
SUMMARY TABLE (gasoline-operated version maintenance)..................24
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.............................................................................25
SAFETY FUNCTIONS/TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................26
pag.
NOTE: THE CHAPTERS INDICATED WITH (battery version), are specific.
WHILST THE OPERATIONS THAT WE HAVE DESCRIBED IN THE OTHER CHAPTERS ARE
APPLICABLE TO BOTH MODELS.

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INTRODUCTION
This manual will help you get the most from your Sweeper Advance.
Any “left” or “right” indications are always defined with reference to the machine forward movement direction. He has the skilled
personnel, the original parts and the tools needed to meet your requirements. The machine should not be used without protection devices.
For your safety, make sure that all the safety guards are closed or mounted correctly before stating up the machine.
PARTS AND SERVICE
Repairs, when required should be performed by your Authorized Advance Service Center, who employs factory trained service personnell,
and maintains an inventory of Advance original replacement parts and accessories.
Call the Advance Dealer named below for repair parts or service.
Please specify the Model and the Serial Number when discussing your machine.
NAME PLATE
The Model Number and the Serial Number of your machine are shown on the Nameplate on the machine. This information is needed when
ordering repair parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Carefully follow the rules described below to avoid injury to the operator and damage to the machine.
Carefully read the labels on the machine, do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become worn or
damaged.
Do not place containers with liquids on the machine.
The machine storage temperature should range between -25°C and +55°C.
Humidity should range between 30 and 95%.
Do not use the machine in an explosive atmosphere.
Do not use the machine as a transport vehicle.
Do not allow the brushes to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging to 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 to the floor adhesion.
Do not exceed the declared slope limits to avoid unstable conditions.
When the machine is parked, remove the key and engage the parking brake.
When machine operating malfunctions occur, make sure that they are not caused by a lack of routine maintenance. If not, request
assistance from the service centre.
If parts must be replaced, request ORIGINAL spare parts from a dealer and/or Authorised Retailer.
For all maintenance operations, disconnect the electric power supply to the machine.
Do not remove the guards which require the use of tools to be disassembled.
Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurised water streams, or with corrosive substances.
The machine should be inspected by a service centre every 200 hours of operation.
The machine must never be left unattended, during the scrapping phase, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (batteries,
oils, etc.) which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centres.
The machine will not generate damaging vibrations.
MODIFICATION AND IMPROVEMENTS
Our company constantly improves its products and reserves the right to make changes and improvements at its discretion without being
obligated to apply such benefits to the machines that were previously sold.
SAFETY
How to prevent accidents.
No accident prevention programme is effective without the complete co-operation of the person directly responsible for operating the
machine.
Most of the accidents that may occur in a company, on the job or during transfers are caused by the non-observance of the fundamental
safety rules.
A careful and cautious user is the best guarantee against accidents and is more effective than any type of prevention programme.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
INTRODUCTION/GENERAL INFORMATION
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Model:
Serial No.:
Power:
Tot weight:
Prod. No.:
Max axel rear:
Max axel front:
Noise level:
Voltage:
MADE IN ITALY
Nilfisk-Advance, Inc.
Plymouth, MN, USA
www.nilfisk-advance.com
LISTED Conforms to
UL STD. 583
9901122

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UNPACKING
When the machine is delivered, carefully
inspect the shipping carton and the machine
for damage. If damage is evident, save the
shipping carton so that it can be inspected.
Contact the Advance Customer Service
Department immediately to file a freight
damage claim.
Lift the driving handle and set it to the height
required.
Tighten the fixing screws at the end of the
adjustment operation.
Remove the brush from the vaste container.
Replace the container and close it using the
special hook latch.
Check that the following parts are present:
1- Brush (supplied with the machine).
2- Plastic bag with battery, connectors for
battery-loader and fuse.
3- Technical documentation (spare parts
catalogue, use and maintenance manual).
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TECHNICAL DATA
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Note: Using the recommended batteries the working autonomy will be of about 3 hours.
VERSION SW 700 B SW 850 B SW 850 G
Voltage 12V 12V /
Main electric motor 600W-3000RPM 600W-3000RPM /
Gasoline engine model / / Vanguard OHV
Nominal power at 3600 RPM / / 4HP-2,97 kw
Displacement / / 126 cc / 7,69 cn.in
Start / / Manual
Max forward speed max 4,5 km/h (2,8mi/h) max 4,5 km/h (2,8mi/h) max 4,5 km/h (2,8mi/h)
Main brush size diameter 265 mm
lenght 500 mm
(Ø 10,5in 20in)
diameter 265 mm
lenght 580 mm
(Ø 10,5in 27,8in)
diameter 265 mm
lenght 580 mm
(Ø 10,5in 27,8in)
Main brush RPM 450 450 450
Side brush diameter 420 mm
(Ø 16,5in)
diameter 420 mm
(Ø 16,5in)
diameter 420 mm
(Ø 16,5in)
Side brush RPM 80 80 80
Cleaning width with side brush 700 mm (27,5in) 820 mm (32,3in) 820 mm (32,3in)
Front wheel nr.1 diameter 125 mm
(Ø 5in)
diameter 125 mm
(Ø 5in)
diameter 125 mm
(Ø 5in)
Rear driving wheels nr. 2 diameter 180 mm
(Ø 7in)
diameter 180 mm
(Ø 7in)
diameter 180 mm
(Ø 7in)
Container capacity 40 lt (10,5gal) 50 lt (13gal) 50 lt (13gal)
Panel filter 8 micron - 2,5 m
(8µ 0,2sqft)
8 micron - 2,5 m
(8µ 0,2sqft)
8 micron - 2,5 m
(8µ 0,2sqft)
Filter shaker Manual/Electric Manual/Electric Manual only
Machine length 1180 mm (47in) 1180 mm (47in) 1180 mm (47in)
Width 680 mm (27in) 820 mm (32,3in) 820 mm (32,3in)
Height 910 mm (36in) 910 mm 910 mm
Wheight without battery 90 kg (198lb) 105 kg (231lb) 110 kg (242lb)
Recommended battery 6V-244Ah @ 20 (1x2) 6V-244Ah @ 20 (1x2) /
Autonomy* 3 hours 3 hours /

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CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
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N° GASOLINE VERSION BATTERY VERSION
1 DRIVE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE CONTROL LEVER
2 FLAP LIFT-UP LEVER FLAP LIFT-UP LEVER
3 / DISPLAY
4 / VOLTMETER/HOUR METER BUTTON
5 ON/OFF KEY ON/OFF KEY
6 ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH /
7 SUCTION STOP SUCTION STOP
8 FILTER SHAKING LEVER FILTER SHAKING LEVER (STANDARD)
9 / FILTER SHAKING PUSH-BUTTON (OPTION)
10 START-UP HANDLE /
1
2
3
4
97
85
1
2
67
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BATTERY VERSION
GASOLINE VERSION
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It requires one 12-volt battery or alternatively,
it is also possible to use two 6-volt batteries
with a serial connection and with a higher
capacity (for instance: 240 Ah @ 20).
According to the country where it is sold,
there are three possibilities:
1 - Battery is supplied with the machine and it
is set, complete with acid solution and
ready to use.
2 - Battery is supplied with the machine and it
is set (but not complete with acid solution).
3 - Battery is not supplied.
Before installing batteries, carefully read the
information written on the decal sticked
under the bonnet.
Tilt the machine’s bonnet and check which
option is applicable for your machine.
If the battery is set, open one of the
ventilation caps to check whether it is
complete with electrolyte.
If the battery is complete with electrolyte:
1a . Check for the level of the electrolyte and
fill up if necessary. (Fill up with destilled
water only).
1b . Carry out a recharge operation (see
paragraph “MAINTENANCE”) as specified
in the following pages.
Warning! Before starting the recharge
operation, the connector of the battery must
be disconnected from the machine.
During recharging, all battery’s caps have to
be open.
When the recharge is concluded, the battery’s
connector can be reconnected to the machine.
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PREPARING A NEW MACHINE
2 - If the battery is set without acid solution it
must be filled up (density from 1,27 to 1,29
kg at 25°C) according to the instructions
contained in next paragraph.
BATTERIES FILLING UP WITH ACID SOLUTION
Please pay a strict attention when working
with sulphuric acid, as it corrosive. If it comes
in contact with the skin or the eyes, wash
abundantly with water and call a doctor.
Battery has to be filled up in a properly
ventilated area.
Fill up each element of the battery with acid;
the right level is roughly 10÷15 mm over the
electrodes.
After one hour fill up with acid if necessary.
Let battery rest for one hour and proceed
with the charging (please refer to the
paragraph “MAINTENANCE”). When carrying
out the recharge operation, all the caps of the
battery have to be open.
Warning! Before starting the recharge
operation, the connector of the battery must
be disconnected from the machine.
At the end of the recharge operation close all
the caps of the batteries, clean their upper
part and remove all possible acid remains.
Connect the battery’s connector to the
machine.
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3 - If the machine is supplied with no battery,
they have to be procured and mounted.
It is recommended to use the service of
qualified personnel to choose and to install
the new battery.
The electric connection cables that are
supplied together with the machine can be
used for the battery connection.
Warning! Before starting the recharge
operation, the connector of the battery must
be disconnected from the machine.
Place the brush as per the figure and make
sure that the fixing profiles match perfectly
with the relevant holes. Coupling may be
helped thanks to a light pressure of your
hand.
Now the machine is ready to be used.
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PREPARING A NEW MACHINE
(gasoline version)
Engine version:
Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline.
For oil control please check at page: 21
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N.B.: Please read the Vanguard engine
instructions manual.
Turn the gasoline tap as per the figure in
order to enable the flow to the carburettor.
Move the starter lever as per the relevant
figure.
N.B.: Do not use the starter lever if the engine
is hot and if the external temperature is
high.
Turn the selector onto “ON”
Slightly pull the starter handle until you feel it
becomes harder and then pull abruptly.
Warning: Do not let the starter handle return
to its position quickly; please follow it in its
downwards movement.
When the engine is slightly warm, slowly
bring the starter lever to its original position
and set the accelerator lever to the working
condition (upwards) in order to set the engine
to the maximum revolution rate.
START-UP (gasoline version)
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START-UP (gasoline version)
If you wish to stop the engine, reduce the
number of revolutions to a minimum (lever of
previous figure), turn selector onto the “OFF”
position and turn tap onto the “OFF/CLOSED”
position.
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START-UP (battery version)
Insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise: the
main motor will then be started-up while
display “ A ” will show the battery voltage
level.
Check for the battery charge status by means
of the specially-conceived display.
The display has two functions: voltmeter and
hour meter. The voltmeter includes a stop
function for under-voltage that disables
automatically all functions, including the
drive, when the battery reaches a voltage
level of 10,5 volts (flashing display). In this
case, you must proceed with the battery
recharging operation. Please see chapter
“MAINTENANCE”.
If you wish to see on the display the number
of working hours of the machine (hour-
counting function) press once the display data
selection button “ B ”. If you press another
time the data selection button, the operating
minutes will be displayed. If you press another
time or, alternatively, if you wait for roughly
10 seconds, the battery voltage will be
displayed.
If you wish to turn off the machine, just turn
the key counterclockwise.
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Low the side brush.
BATTERY VERSION
When the motor is in operation, make sure
that handle “ A ” has been lowered (suction
enabled) ; if you pull the drive lever “ B ” you
can adjust the running speed depending onto
the quality and onto the quantity of the
debris to be picked up.
The machine stops automatically by releasing
the drive lever “ B ”.
GASOLINE VERSION
When the engine is running, make sure that
handle “A” has been lowered (suction
enabled); if you pull the drive lever “B” you
can adjust the forward speed depending onto
the quality and onto the quantity of the
debris to be picked up.
The machine stops automatically by releasing
the drive lever “B”.
To collect light and bulky waste materials, lift
the flap using the the left side lever. (Do not
keep pushing onto the lever for a long time in
order not to reduce the suction capability of
the machine).
In case it is necessary to work onto wet
ground, it is of utmost importance to disable
the suction function (in order not to damage
the paper-made filter); just pull (upwards)
handle “ A ” as shown in the figure.
If you wish to enable the suction, lift lever “ B ”
as shown in the figure.
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A
B
BA
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USE OF THE MACHINE
For efficient suction operation, the air filter
must always be clean.
Activate the filter shaker (you can also
perform this operation when the machine is
working) by pulling and releasing the handle
as shown in the figure.
Warning: always disable the suction function
during this operation.
Repeat this operation every 15 - 20 minutes
depending on the kind of dirt that is picked
up, before emptying the container and at the
end of the work.
Before leaving the machine, please make sure
that:
- the side brush is not in contact with the
ground
GASOLINE VERSION
The start-up key is in the “OFF” position.
The vaste container should be emptied after
each work period and when ever is full.
BATTERY VERSION
This version includes, as an optional accessory,
the electrically-operated filter-shaker which is
controlled by means of push-button “A”.
When using the filter shaker the suction fan
will automatically stop.
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Warning: these operations must be carried
out with the machine off, the key switched
off (for battery-operated version), and with
the machine on even floor.
When the main brush is fairly worn, its height
must be adjusted to recover as much of the
brush consumption as possible.
Loosen the knobs " A " on both sides of the
machine, lower the brush to the ground
taking the " B " indicator to the right position
in the direction shown in the figure. The " B "
indicator must be placed in the same position
on both sides of the machine.
To make sure that the main brush has been
properly adjusted, perform the following
operations: let the brush rotate with the
machine not in operation and on a flat
ground; then make sure that the print left by
the brush onto the ground is from 2 to 4 cm.
wide.
If the brush does not operate efficiently
repeat the adjustment operation.
When the brush is completely worn-out, it
must be replaced.
In order to perform this operation, just lift the
bonnet so as to disconnect the safety device;
loosen the knob on the left side of the
machine, as shown in the figure.
Remove the cover by pushing it down.
Pull out the worn brush.
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REPLACEMENT
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CENTRAL BRUSH ADJUSTMENT AND
REPLACEMENT
Remove the hub from the brush stem and
place it onto the new brush; please do not
change the direction of the bristles (please see
following figu-re).
Note: Before inserting the brush, replace the
adjustment devices in the position that is
farthest away from the ground.
Insert the new brush and make sure that the
hub is inserted in the entrainment device.
Rotation direction and direction of the central
brush bristles.
Replace the cover.
and tighten the lock knob.
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SIDE BRUSH ADJUSTMENT AND
REPLACEMENT
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When the side brush is fairly worn, its height
must be adjusted to recover as much of the
brush consumption as possible.
Lower the brush (motor on).
Please make sure that the ground contact
area is as shown in the figure.
Warning: these operations must be carried
out with the machine off, the key switched
off (for battery-operated version), selector in
“OFF” position (for gasoline-operated
version) and with the machine on even floor.
If you need to change the ground contact
area, just slacken counternut “A” and turn
screw “B” keeping nut “C” still. Eventually
tighten counternuts “A” and “C”.
Restart the brush and make sure that the
ground contact area is as required. If
necessary, just repeat the adjusting operation
until reaching the right position.
When the brush is remarkably worn out, it is
necessary to replace it. Just press the two tabs
inwards and remove the brush.
Reinstall the new brush by carrying out the
reverse operation and pushing it with your
hands.
Note: when the brush are replaced check that
the height is adjusted to its original position,
corresponding to a new brush.
If you need to change the ground contact
area, just slacken counternut “A” and turn
screw “B” keeping nut “C” still. Eventually
tighten counternuts “A” and “C”.
A
BC
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FILTER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT
The filter requires a periodical and complete
cleaning operation.
Remark:
Depending onto the customer’s request, the
machine is supplied with two options :
1- Manually-operated filter shaker (battery-
fed).
2- Electrically-operated filter shaker (only
battery-operated version).
Lift the bonnet to remove the filter.
Turn the levers 180° outwards onto the sides
of the filter fixing cover.
Spread the lever supporting brackets towards
outside, as shown in the figure.
Disconnect the cables of the electric filter
shaker motor (if installed) in order to move
forward the filter fixing cover.
Slightly lift the manual filter shaker in order
to remove the filter.
Remove the panel filter.
Clean the filter by means of pressed air (do
not exceed a pressure level of 6 bar) onto the
side with the protection net.
If you discover damages onto the filter or if it
is not possible to clean it in the right way, just
replace it.
Ask your dealer for the original spare part you
need.
Polyester-made washable filters are also
available.
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After cleaning, reinstall both the filter and the
fixing cover.
Turn the two cover side levers inwards.
Reconnect the cable of the electric filter
shaker motor (if installed).
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