Nilfisk-Advance Advance SC401 User manual

SC401
Instructions for use
Model No.:
9087394020, 9087395020
09/2017
(A)
FORM NO. 9100002290
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Instrucciones de uso
Instructions d’utilisation
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................. 2
MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 2
TARGET........................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL....................................................................................................................................................... 2
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................................................................ 2
IDENTIFICATION DATA................................................................................................................................................................... 2
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS................................................................................................................................................... 2
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................. 2
CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................................................................ 3
OPERATION CAPABILITIES........................................................................................................................................................... 3
CONVENTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
UNPACKING/DELIVERY ................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE......................................................................................................................................... 3
SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MANUAL............................................................................................................................... 4
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................................................ 4
MACHINE DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................... 6
MACHINE STRUCTURE ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
CONTROL PANEL........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS.............................................................................................................................................................. 9
TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
WIRING DIAGRAM........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
USE/OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 11
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE .....................................................................................................................11
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND SETTING (WET OR GEL)...........................................................................................................11
BEFORE MACHINE START-UP.................................................................................................................................................... 12
STARTING UP THE MACHINE (SCRUBBING/DRYING).............................................................................................................. 14
STOPPING THE MACHINE........................................................................................................................................................... 16
TANK EMPTYING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
AFTER USING THE MACHINE..................................................................................................................................................... 17
MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................................. 18
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE ......................................................................................................................................... 18
BATTERY CHARGING .................................................................................................................................................................. 19
SQUEEGEE CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT.................................................................................................................... 20
BRUSH CLEANING....................................................................................................................................................................... 21
RECOVERY TANK CLEANING ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
SOLUTION FILTER CLEANING.................................................................................................................................................... 22
DETERGENT TANK AND DETERGENT SYSTEM CLEANING.................................................................................................... 22
FUSE CHECK/REPLACEMENT.................................................................................................................................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................... 23
SCRAPPING .................................................................................................................................................................. 24
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INTRODUCTION
NOTE
The numbers in brackets refer to the components shown in Machine Description chapter.
MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS
The purpose of this Manual is to provide the operator with all necessary information to use the machine properly, in a safe and
autonomous way. It contains information about technical data, safety, operation, storage, maintenance, spare parts and disposal.
Before performing any procedure on the machine, the operators and qualied technicians must read this Manual carefully. Contact
Advance in case of doubts concerning the interpretation of the instructions and for any further information.
TARGET
This Manual is intended for operators and technicians qualied to perform the machine maintenance.
The operators must not perform procedures reserved for qualied technicians. Advance will not be answerable for damages coming
from the non-observance of this prohibition.
HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL
The Instructions for Use Manual must be kept near the machine, inside an adequate case, away from liquids and other substances
that can cause damage to it.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The Declaration of Conformity, supplied with the machine, certies the machine conformity with the law in force.
NOTE
Two copies of the original declaration of conformity are provided together with the machine documentation.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
The machine serial number and model name are marked on the plate (3).
Year of production (Date code: A17 means January 2017) and product code are marked on the same plate.
This information is useful when requiring machine spare parts. Use the following table to write down the machine identication data.
MACHINE model ..............................................................................
PRODUCT code ..............................................................................
MACHINE serial number .................................................................
OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS
Electronic battery charger Manual, to be considered as integral part of this Manual
Moreover, the following Manuals are available:
– Spare Parts List (supplied with the machine)
– Service Manual (that can be consulted at Advance Service Centers)
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE
All necessary operating, maintenance and repair procedures must be performed by qualied personnel or by Advance Service
Centers. Only original spare parts and accessories must be used.
Contact Advance for service or to order spare parts and accessories, specifying the machine model, product code and serial
number.
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CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS
Advance constantly improves its products and reserves the right to make changes and improvements at its discretion without being
obliged to apply such benets to the machines that were previously sold.
Any change and/or addition of accessories must be approved and performed by Advance.
OPERATION CAPABILITIES
These scrubber-dryers are designed to clean (scrubbing and drying) smooth and solid oors, in commercial or industrial
environment, under safe operation conditions by a qualied operator.
The scrubber-dryers cannot be used for tted carpet and carpet cleaning.
CONVENTIONS
Forward, backward, front, rear, left or right are intended with reference to the operators position, that is to say in driving position
with the hands on the handlebar (1).
UNPACKING/DELIVERY
To unpack the machine, carefully follow the instructions on the packing.
When the machine is delivered, check that the packing and the machine were not damaged during transportation.
In case of visible damages, keep the packing and have it checked by the carrier that delivered it. Call the carrier immediately to ll
in a damage claim.
Please check that the following items have been supplied with the machine:
– Technical documents:
• Scrubber-dryer Instructions for Use Manual
• Battery Charger Manual
• Scrubber-dryer Spare Parts List
• No. 2 lamellar fuses
WARNING!
The Products sold with this Manual contain or may contain chemicals that are known to certain governments
(such as the State of California, as identied in its Proposition 65 Regulatory Warning Law) to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In certain locations (including the State of California) purchasers of
these Products that place them in service at an employment job site or a publicly accessible space are required
by regulation to make certain notices, warnings or disclosures regarding the chemicals that are or may be
contained in the Products at or about such work sites. It is the purchasers responsibility to know the content
of, and to comply with, any laws and regulations relating to the use of these Products in such environments.
The Manufacturer disclaims any responsibility to advise purchasers of any specic requirements that may be
applicable to the use of the Products in such environments.
SAFETY
The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous situations. Always read this information carefully and take all necessary
precautions to safeguard people and property.
The operators cooperation is essential in order to prevent injury. No accident prevention program is e󰀨ective without the total
cooperation of the person responsible for the machine operation. Most of the accidents are caused by failure to comply with the
simplest rules for exercising prudence.
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
WARNING!
Carefully read all the instructions before performing any operation on the machine.
WARNING!
Do not wash the indicated area with direct or pressurized water jets.
2%
WARNING!
Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding the specications.
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SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MANUAL
DANGER!
It indicates a dangerous situation with risk of death for the operator.
WARNING!
It indicates a potential risk of injury for people.
CAUTION!
It indicates a caution or a remark related to important or useful functions.
Pay careful attention to the paragraphs marked by this symbol.
NOTE
It indicates a remark related to important or useful functions.
CONSULTATION
It indicates the necessity to refer to the Instructions for Use Manual before performing any procedure.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Specic warnings and cautions to inform about potential damages to people and machine are shown below.
DANGER!
–Before performing any machine maintenance, repair, cleaning or replacement procedure, disconnect the
battery connector and remove the ignition key (if equipped).
–This machine must be used by properly trained operators only.
–Do not wear jewels when working near electrical components.
–Do not work under the lifted machine without supporting it with safety stands.
–Do not operate the machine near toxic, dangerous, ammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or vapors.
This machine is not suitable for collecting dangerous powders.
–When using lead (WET) batteries, keep sparks, ames and smoking materials away from the batteries. During
the normal operation explosive gases are released.
–When using lead (WET) batteries, battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. During battery
charging, lift the recovery tank and perform this procedure in well-ventilated areas and away from naked
ames.
WARNING!
–Carefully read all the instructions before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.
–Before using the battery charger, ensure that frequency and voltage values, indicated on the machine serial
number plate, match the electrical mains voltage.
–Do not pull or carry the machine by the battery charger cable and never use the battery charger cable as
a handle. Do not close a door on the battery charger cable, or pull the battery charger cable around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the machine on the battery charger cable.
–Keep the battery charger cable away from heated surfaces.
–Do not charge the batteries if the battery charger cable or the plug are damaged. If the machine is not
working as it should, has been damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to the Service Center.
–To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury, do not leave the machine unattended when it is plugged
in. Before performing any maintenance procedure, disconnect the battery charger cable from the electrical
mains.
–Do not smoke while charging the batteries.
–To avoid any unauthorized use of the machine, remove the ignition key.
–Do not leave the machine unattended without being sure that it cannot move independently.
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WARNING!
–Always protect the machine against the sun, rain and bad weather, both under operation and inactivity
condition. This machine must be used indoors in dry conditions, it must not be used or kept outdoors in wet
conditions.
–Before using the machine, close all doors and/or covers as shown in the Instructions for Use Manual.
–This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for they safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
–Close attention is necessary when used near children.
–Use only as shown in this Manual. Use only Advances recommended accessories.
–Check the machine carefully before each use, always check that all the components have been properly
assembled before use. If the machine is not perfectly assembled it can cause damages to people and
properties.
–Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the machine
moving parts.
–Do not use the machine on slopes.
–Do not tilt the machine more than the angle indicated on the machine itself, in order to prevent instability.
–Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.
–Use the machine only where a proper lighting is provided.
–While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to people or objects.
–Do not bump into shelves or scaoldings, especially where there is a risk of falling objects.
–Do not lean liquid containers on the machine, use the relevant can holder.
–The machine working temperature must be between 0 °C and 40 °C.
–The machine storage temperature must be between 0 °C and 40 °C.
–The humidity must be between 30 % and 95 %.
–When using oor cleaning detergents, follow the instructions on the labels of the detergent bottles.
–To handle oor cleaning detergents, wear suitable gloves and protections.
–Do not use the machine as a means of transport.
–Do not allow the brush to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging the oor.
–In case of re, use a powder re extinguisher, not a water one.
–Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions
scrupulously.
–Do not allow any object to enter into the openings. Do not use the machine if the openings are clogged.
Always keep the openings free from dust, hairs and any other foreign material which could reduce the air
ow.
–Do not remove or modify the plates axed to the machine.
–(Only for machines with drive system): When the machine is to be pushed for service reasons (missing or
discharged batteries, etc.), the speed must not exceed 4 km/h.
–This machine cannot be used on roads or public streets.
–Pay attention during machine transportation when temperature is below freezing point. The water in the
recovery tank or in the hoses could freeze and seriously damage the machine.
–Use only the brushes supplied with the machine or those specied in the Instructions for Use Manual. Using
other brushes could reduce safety.
–In case of machine malfunctions, ensure that these are not due to lack of maintenance. If necessary, request
assistance from the authorized personnel or from an authorized Service Center.
–If parts must be replaced, require ORIGINAL spare parts from an Authorized Dealer or Retailer.
–To ensure machine proper and safe operation, the scheduled maintenance shown in the relevant chapter of
this Manual, must be performed by the authorized personnel or by an authorized Service Center.
–Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurized water jets, or with corrosive substances.
–The machine must be disposed of properly, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (batteries,
etc.), which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centers (see Scrapping chapter).
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MACHINE DESCRIPTION
MACHINE STRUCTURE
1. Drive handlebar
2. Control panel (see the following paragraph)
3. Serial number plate/technical data/conformity certication
4. Battery charger
5. Battery charger cable
6. Battery charger cable housing and document holder
7. Squeegee lifting/lowering pedal
8. Battery connector (red).
This connector also works as EMERGENCY push-button,
to stop immediately all functions.
9. Front driving wheels (*)
10. Brush deck lifting/lowering pedal
A) Pedal position for lifted deck
B) Pedal position for lowered deck
11. Squeegee vacuum hose
12. Recovery water drain hose
13. Solution drain and level check hose
14. Squeegee mounting handwheels
15. Squeegee adjusting knob
16. Tank lifting handle
17. Detergent System detergent canister (optional)
18. Detergent canister plug (optional)
19. Recovery tank cover
20. Can holder
(*) Only for drive version
1
20
19
18
17
16
13
9
2
4
12
5
6
3
8
11
7
15
14
10
A
B
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MACHINE STRUCTURE (Continues)
21. Solution tank
22. Solution tank ller plug
23. Removable solution feed hose
24. “Garden” intake for loading the solution
25. Solenoid valve
26. Disc brush deck
27. Brush
28. Solution valve:
A) Open valve
B) Closed valve
29. Squeegee
30. Debris collection tank
31. Vacuum grid with automatic shut-o󰀨 oat
32. Vacuum system motor
33. Recovery tank
34. Recovery water tank cover (open)
35. Machine forward speed adjusting knob
36. Batteries (optional)
B
A
30
33
21
36
29
35
28
34
31
32
22
23
24
25
26
9
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CONTROL PANEL
41. Ignition key (optional, standard on drive version)
42. Main machine start and stop push-button:
• LED on - machine scrubbing/drying
• LED ashing - brush engage/disengage function
43. Solution push-button:
• Left LED on - minimum solution ow
• Central LED on - medium solution ow
• Right LED on - maximum solution ow
• LEDs o󰀨 - solution deactivated
44. Vacuum system push-button:
• LED on - vacuum system activated
• LED ashing - silenced vacuum system activated
45. Battery symbol:
• 1 ÷ 6 LEDs on - battery charge level
• 1 LED ashing - discharged batteries
46. Operator's presence sensors
47. Speed adjuster (*)
48. Reverse gear switch (*)
49. Hour counter (optional)
50. USB port (optional)
51. Battery charger inspection window:
• Green LED (the battery charger is on and batteries are
charged)
• Yellow LED (the battery charger is on and batteries are
semi-discharged)
• Red LED (the battery charger is on and it is charging
the batteries)
(*) Only for drive version
48
47 4646
45
42
49
5041
51
4344
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ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS
In addition to the standard components, the machine can be equipped with the following accessories/options, according to the
machine specic use:
– Ignition key
– GEL/AGM batteries
– Brushes/pads of di󰀨erent materials
– Splash guard
– Squeegee blades of di󰀨erent materials
– Detergent System
– Front and rear wheels of di󰀨erent materials
– Hour counter
– USB port
For further information concerning the optional accessories, contact an authorized Retailer.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model SC401
no drive
SC401
drive
Solution tank capacity 7.9 US gal (30 liters)
Recovery tank capacity 7.9 US gal (30 liters)
Machine length 46.5 in (1,180 mm)
Machine width with squeegee 28 in (720 mm)
Machine width without squeegee 18 in (458 mm)
Machine height 41.5 in (1,055 mm)
Cleaning width 17 in (430 mm)
Front wheel diameter 7.8 in (200 mm)
Front wheel specic pressure on the oor 116 psi (0.8 N/mm2)
Rear wheel diameter 3.1 in (80 mm)
Rear wheel specic pressure on the oor 290 psi (2.0 N/mm2)
Brush/pad diameter 17 in (430 mm)
Brush pressure 55 lb (25 kg)
Solution ow values 0.08 - 0.18 - 0.53 gpm (0.3 - 0.7 - 2.0 l/min)
Detergent System detergent percentage - 0.25 ÷ 2.0 %
Sound pressure level at workstation (ISO 11201, ISO 4871, EN 60335-2-72) (LpA) 65 ± 3 dB(A)
Sound pressure level at workstation in silent mode (LpA) 60 ± 3 dB(A)
Machine sound power level (granted value, ISO 3744, ISO 4871, EN 60335-2-72) (LwA) 80 dB(A)
Vibration level at the operators arms (ISO 5349-1, EN 60335-2-72) < 98.4 in/s2(< 2.5 m/s2)
Maximum gradient when working 2 %
Drive system motor power - 0.2 hp (150 W)
Drive speed (variable) - 0 ÷ 3.1 mi/h (0 ÷ 5 km/h)
Vacuum system motor power 0.4 hp (280 W)
Vacuum system circuit capacity 2.95 ft H2O (900 mm H2O)
Brush motor power 0.6 hp (450 W)
Brush motor speed 140 rpm
Total power draw (EN 60335-2-72) 21 A (0.5 kW) 25 A (0.6 kW)
IP protection class X4
Protection class (electric) III (I for the battery charger)
Battery compartment size 13.8 x 13.8 x 10.2 in (350 x 350 x 260 mm)
System voltage 24V
Standard batteries (2) 98 Ah C20 GEL / 105 Ah C20 WET
Battery charger - 24V 10A
Operating time (standard batteries) (EN 60335-2-72) 2.6 hour 2.4 hour
Weight without batteries and with empty tanks 134 lb (61 kg) 161 lb (73kg)
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 333 lb (151 kg) 359 lb (163 kg)
Shipping weight 218 lb (99 kg) 245 lb (111 kg)
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WIRING DIAGRAM
Key
BAT 24 V batteries (*)
C1 Battery connector
C2 Battery charger connector
CH Battery charger
EB1 Function electronic board
EB2 User interface electronic board
EB3 Drive system electronic board (drive)
ES1 Function electronic board relay
EV1 Solenoid valve
F1 Brush motor fuse
F2 Vacuum motor fuse
F3 Drive system motor fuse (drive)
F4 USB port fuse (optional)
HM Hour counter (optional)
KEY Ignition key (*)
M1 Brush motor
M2 Vacuum system motor
M3 Detergent pump (*)
M4 Drive system motor (drive)
RV1 Speed potentiometer (drive)
S1,S2 Operators presence sensor
SK Smart key (optional)
SW1 Reverse gear switch (drive)
TU Trackclean (optional)
USB USB port (optional)
(*) Optional for BASIC versions
Color codes
BK Black
BU Blue
BN Brown
GN Green
GY Grey
OG Orange
PK Pink
RD Red
VT Violet
WH White
YE Yellow
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USE/OPERATION
WARNING!
On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:
–DANGER
–WARNING
–CAUTION
–CONSULTATION
While reading this Manual, the operator must pay particular attention to the symbols shown on the plates (see Visible Symbols On
The Machine paragraph).
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if damaged.
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE
WARNING!
The electric components of the machine can be seriously damaged if the batteries are either improperly installed
or connected.
The batteries must be installed by qualied personnel only. Set the battery charger according to the battery type
(WET or GEL/AGM).
Check the batteries for damage before installation.
Disconnect the battery connector and the battery charger plug.
Handle the batteries with great care.
Install the battery terminal protection caps supplied with the machine.
The machine requires two 12 V batteries, connected according to the diagram (28).
The machine can be supplied in one of the following modes:
Batteries already installed on the machine
1. Ensure that the battery connector (8) is connected.
2. When rst using the machine with new batteries, perform a full charging cycle (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
Without batteries
1. Buy appropriate batteries (see “Technical Data” paragraph).
2. Set the machine according to the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL) as shown in the following paragraph.
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND SETTING (WET
OR GEL)
Battery Installation
1. If equipped, remove the ignition key (41).
2. Disconnect the battery connector (8).
3. Lift the cover (34) and check that the recovery tank (33) is
empty; if not, empty it using the drain hose (12).
4. Close the cover (34).
5. Grasp the handle (16) and carefully lift the tank (33).
6. The machine is supplied with cables suitable to install
2 12 V batteries. Carefully lift the batteries up to the
compartment, then install them correctly.
7. Route and install the battery cables as shown in the
diagram in Figure 1, then tighten the nut on each battery
terminal.
8. Place the protection cap on each terminal, then connect
the battery connector (8).
9. Grasp the handle (16) and carefully lower the tank (33).
12 V 12 V
Figure 1
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BEFORE MACHINE START-UP
Brush or pad-holder installation
According to the kind of cleaning to be performed, the machine
can be equipped either with the brush (A, Fig. 2) or the pad-
holder (B) with pad (C) together with the appropriate deck.
1. Place the brush (A) or the pad-holder (B) under the brush
deck (26).
2. (If equipped) Turn the ignition key (41) to “I”.
Press the main push-button (42) to start the machine.
3. Press the main push-button (42, LED on) again.
4. Lower the brush deck by pressing the pedal (10-B).
5. To activate the brush engagement function, press the
push-buttons (44) and (42) simultaneously for one second.
Brush or pad-holder removal
6. Press the main push-button (42, LED o󰀨).
7. Lift the brush deck by pressing the pedal (10-A).
8. To activate the brush disengagement function, press the
push-buttons (44) and (42) simultaneously for one second,
then wait for the brush to fall on the oor.
NOTE
When the brush engagement/disengagement function
is activated, the push-button LED (42) ashes.
A
B
C
Figure 2
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Battery type setting
Set the electronic board of the machine according to the type of
batteries installed (WET or GEL) as shown below:
10. (If equipped) Turn the ignition key (41) to “I”.
Press the main push-button (42) to turn on the machine,
then detect the current setting by checking in the very rst
seconds the battery symbol LED ashing (see Figure 2):
11. If the setting is to be changed, press the push-button (44)
for 3 seconds.
12. Within 3 seconds, shortly press the push-button (44) to
select a new setting.
13. Wait 3 seconds for the battery symbol to display the battery
charge status.
WARNING!
In the machines equipped with on-board battery
charger, the installed batteries (WET or GEL/
AGM) may require a specic charging algorithm:
always contact a Advance Service Center to set
the charging algorithm most appropriate for the
installed batteries.
Battery Charging
14. Fully charge the batteries (see the procedure in
Maintenance chapter).
GEL/AGM
WET
Figure 2
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Available brushes and their relevant application guides (suggestions only)
Models 46 GRIT 80 GRIT 180 GRIT 240 GRIT 500 GRIT PROLENE PROLITE UNION MIX
General cleaning:
Concrete
Terrazzo oor
Ceramic tiles/quarrystones
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Rubber tiles
Polishing:
Rubber tiles
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Squeegee installation
1. Install the squeegee (A, Fig. 3) and fasten it to the bracket
(C) with the handwheels (B).
2. If necessary, adjust the squeegee with the knob (D) so that
the rear blade (E) and front blade (F) touch the oor as
shown in the gure.
Solution tank lling
CAUTION!
Use only low-foam and non-ammable
detergents, intended for automatic scrubber
applications.
WARNING!
When using oor cleaning detergents, follow
the instructions on the labels of the detergent
bottles.
To handle oor cleaning detergents, wear
suitable gloves and protections.
NOTE
If the machine is equipped with Detergent System
pour clean water in the tank, otherwise pour solution.
1. Ensure that the solution valve (28) is open (28-B).
2. To ll the solution tank (21) lift the plug (22) and use the
removable ller hose (23) or the “garden” intake (24).
A
E
B
D
F
B
C
Figure 3
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(For machines without Detergent System)
3. Fill the tank (21) with a solution suitable for the work to be performed.
Do not ll the tank completely, leave a few inches from the edge. Use the level hose (13) as reference.
Always follow the dilution instructions on the label of the chemical product used to prepare the solution.
The solution temperature must not exceed 40 °C.
(For machines with Detergent System)
4. Fill the tank (21) with clean water.
Do not ll the tank completely, leave a few inches from the edge. Use the level hose (13) as reference.
The water temperature must not exceed 40 °C.
Detergent tank lling (For machines with Detergent System)
5. Lift the cover (34) and check that the recovery tank (33) is empty; if not, empty it using the drain hose (12).
6. Close the cover (34).
7. Grasp the handle (16) and carefully lift the tank (33).
8. Fill the tank (17) with a detergent suitable for the work to be performed (highly concentrated detergent).
Do not ll the detergent tank completely, leave a few inches from the edge.
CAUTION!
Use only low-foam and non-ammable detergents, intended for automatic scrubber applications.
STARTING UP THE MACHINE (SCRUBBING/DRYING)
1. Prepare the machine as shown in the previous paragraph.
2. (If equipped) Turn the ignition key (41) to “I”.
Press the main push-button (42) to start the machine.
NOTE
First ashes on the battery symbol (45) indicate the type of batteries installed (see paragraph “Battery type setting”).
NOTE
Check the battery charge level.
6 LEDs on the battery symbol (45) indicate the battery charge level.
When there is only one LED turned on and ashing, it is advisable to charge the batteries, because the residual
autonomy will last for a few minutes, depending on battery characteristics and work to be performed (for battery charging
procedure see the Maintenance chapter).
CAUTION!
Do not use the machine with discharged batteries, to avoid damaging the batteries and reducing the battery life.
3. Drive the machine to the working place:
• (Only for no drive versions) push the machine with the hands on the handlebar (1).
• (Only for drive versions) start the machine with at least one hand on the presence sensors (46) on the handlebar to move
forward. The maximum forward speed can be adjusted with the adjuster (47). For reverse gear, press the push-button (48)
and place the hands on the sensors (45).
NOTE
When the machine is turned on and the hands are on the presence sensors, if the machine is equipped with hour counter
(49), it is possible to read the total number of working hours performed.
4. Lower the squeegee (29) with the pedal (7).
5. Lower the brush deck by pressing the pedal (10-B).
6. Press the main push-button (42, LED on) to start the machine scrubbing/drying functions.
7. Manoeuvre the machine by placing your hands on the sensors (46) on the handlebar, and start scrubbing/drying the oor.
NOTE
The presence sensors (46) on the handlebar allow the brush and solution to be started up (on drive versions) only when
the operator has the hands on at least one of the knobs.
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8. (Only for drive versions) If necessary, adjust the maximum speed with the adjuster (47).
9. To avoid marks or lines on delicate oors, use the “pre wetted” function, which dampens the brush before starting the
operation.
To activate this function, press the push-buttons (42) and (43) together for 10/20 seconds.
NOTE
The “pre wetted” function stays only as long as the push-buttons (42) and (43) are pressed.
10. Adjust the detergent ow by pressing the push-button (43) as necessary, depending on the type of cleaning to be performed.
When the LED is on, it indicates the value in liters per minute of solution ow supplied, as shown in the Figure 4. When the
LEDs are o󰀨, the solution ow is stopped.
0.53 (2.0) gpm (l/min)0.18 (0.7)0.08 (0.3)
Figure 4
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11. If necessary, deactivate the vacuum system by pressing the push-button (44, LED o󰀨), then press it again to reactivate it (LED
on). To reduce the noise, turn on the vacuum system mute function by pressing the push-button (44).
12. (Only for no drive versions) If necessary, stop the machine and turn the forward speed adjusting handwheel (35) as shown
below:
• Turn it counter-clockwise to increase the forward speed;
• Turn it clockwise to decrease the forward speed.
NOTE
For correct scrubbing/drying of oors at the sides of the walls, Advance suggests to go near the walls with the right side
of the machine as shown in gure 5.
Figure 5
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CAUTION!
To avoid any damage to the oor surface, turn o the brush when the machine stops in one place.
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Adjusting of detergent concentration in the washing water
(For machines with Detergent System)
The system for mixing the detergent in the washing water is automatically activated when the brush is running.
The percentage of detergent added to the washing water is set to 0,25%, to change the setting perform the following procedure:
1. Press the push-button (43) for more than two seconds to perform the adjustment.
The set percentage depends on the relevant LED turned on, on the battery charge symbol, as shown in Figure 6.
2. Press the push-button (43) repeatedly to change the setting or to reset it (all LEDs o󰀨).
NOTE
The setting is stored 3 minutes after releasing all push-buttons.
Detergent percentage setting is stored into memory, even if the machine is switched o.
0,25% 0,4% 0,8% 1% 1,5% 2%
Figure 6
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Battery discharge during operation
When there is only one LED turned on and ashing on the battery symbol (45), it is advisable to charge the batteries, because the
residual autonomy will last for a few minutes (depending on battery characteristics and work to be performed).
When the LED ashes, the brush is automatically tuned o󰀨 after a few seconds, while the vacuum system and the drive system
(drive version) stay on, to nish drying the oor and drive the machine to the appointed recharging area.
CAUTION!
Do not use the machine with discharged batteries, to avoid damaging the batteries and reducing the battery life.
STOPPING THE MACHINE
1. Stop the brush rotation and the drive system (drive version) by releasing the presence sensors (46) and stop the machine with
the handle (1).
2. Press the push-button (42) for 2 seconds to stop the machine.
(If equipped) Turn the ignition key (41) to “0”.
NOTE
If the machine is on but not working, it automatically turns o after 5 minutes.
3. Make sure that the machine cannot move independently.
CAUTION!
In the event of an emergency, to stop all machine functions immediately, disconnect the battery connector (8).
Reset the machine functions by connecting again the connector.
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TANK EMPTYING
An automatic shut-o󰀨 oat system (31) turns o󰀨 the vacuum system when the recovery tank (33) is full.
The vacuum system deactivation is signaled by a sudden increase in the vacuum system motor noise frequency, and the oor is not
dried.
CAUTION!
If the vacuum system turns o accidentally (for example, when the oat is activated because of a sudden
machine movement), to resume the operation: turn o the vacuum system by pressing the push-button (44),
then open the cover (34) and check that the oat inside the grid (31) has gone down to the water level. Then
close the cover (34) and turn on the vacuum system by pressing the push-button (44).
When the recovery tank (33) is full, empty it according to the following procedure.
Recovery tank emptying
1. Lift the brush deck by pressing the pedal (10-A).
2. Lift the squeegee (29) with the lever (7).
3. Drive the machine to the appointed disposal area.
4. Turn o󰀨 the machine by pressing the main push-button (42) for 2 seconds, and (if equipped) turn the ignition key (41) to “0”.
5. Empty the recovery tank (33) with the drain hose (12). Then, rinse the tank with clean water.
Solution tank emptying
6. Perform steps 1 to 4.
7. Empty the detergent solution tank (21) using the level hose (13). Then, rinse the tank with clean water.
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
After working, before leaving the machine:
1. Remove the brush as shown in the relevant paragraph.
2. Remove the ignition key (41).
3. Empty the tanks (33) and (21) as shown in the relevant paragraphs.
4. Perform the daily maintenance procedures (see the Maintenance chapter).
5. Store the machine in a clean and dry place, with the brush and the squeegee lifted or removed.
6. Make sure that the machine cannot move independently.
MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY
If the machine is not going to be used for more than 30 days, proceed as follows:
1. Perform the procedures shown in After Using the Machine paragraph.
2. For versions with Detergent System, empty the detergent tank (17) and clean the system (see the procedure in Maintenance
chapter).
3. Close the solution tank valve (28-B).
4. Disconnect the battery connector (8).
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MAINTENANCE
The lifespan of the machine and its maximum operating safety are ensured by correct and regular maintenance.
The following table provides the scheduled maintenance. The intervals shown may vary according to particular working conditions,
which are to be dened by the person in charge of the maintenance.
WARNING!
The procedures must be performed with the machine o and the battery disconnected.
Moreover, read carefully the instructions in the Safety chapter before performing any maintenance procedure.
All scheduled or extraordinary maintenance procedures must be performed by qualied personnel, or by an authorized Service
Center.
This Manual describes only the simplest and most common maintenance procedures.
For other maintenance procedures shown in the Scheduled Maintenance Table, refer to the Service Manual that can be consulted
at any Service Center.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE
Procedure Daily, after using
the machine Weekly Every six months Yearly
Battery Charging
Squeegee Cleaning
Brush/pad cleaning
Recovery tank, debris tray, and vacuum grid with oat cleaning,
and cover gasket check
Detergent System cleaning and washing (optional)
Squeegee blade check
Solution Filter Cleaning
Battery (WET) uid level check
Squeegee blade replacement
Drive and brush motor vent check and cleaning (1)
Brush motor carbon brush check or replacement (1)
Drive system motor carbon brush check or replacement (only for
Drive versions) (1)
(1) This maintenance procedure must be performed by an authorized Advance Service Center.
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