Viper AS5160 User manual

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USER MANUAL
AS5160 & AS5160T / AS516TO
AS5160 & AS5160T
AS516TO
Nilfisk Inc.
9435 Winnetka Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55445
www.usviper.com
VS12002
Rev 01
17APR 2018
Model: 50000401 / 50000406 / 50000539

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ENGLISH
USER MANUAL………………………………………………
1-27
FRANÇAIS
MANUEL UTILISATEUR……………………………………
28-54
ESPAÑOL
INSTRUCCIONES DE USO…………………………………
55-81

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................2
GUIDE PURPOSE AND CONTENTS....................................................................................................................... 2
HOW TO KEEP THIS GUIDE ................................................................................................................................... 2
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ....................................................................................................................... 2
ACCESSORIES AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................... 2
CHANGE AND IMPROVEMENT............................................................................................................................. 2
SCOPE OF APPLICATION........................................................................................................................................ 2
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DATA...................................................................................................................... 2
TRANSPORT AND UNPACKING............................................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY ..........................................................................................................................................3
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE............................................................................................................... 3
SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THEINSTRUCTION FOR USEMANUAL.......................................................... 3
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION....................................................................................................................... 4
MACHINE DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................................6
MACHINE STRUCTURE .......................................................................................................................................... 6
CONTROL PANEL..................................................................................................................................................... 7
DISPLAY WINDOW OF CHARGER INDICATON LIGHT.................................................................................... 7
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................................... 8
WIRING DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................................................. 9
OPERATING GUIDE...................................................................................................................12
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE ........................................................................................ 12
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND BATTERY TYPESETTING (WET OR GEL/ AGM) ................................... 13
ACCORDING TO THE TYPE OF BATTERIES (WET OR GEL / AGM) SET THE MACHINE......................... 14
BRUSH/PAD-HOLDER INSTALLATION AND UNINSTALLATION................................................................ 15
ADJUSTING THE BALANCE OF SQUEEGEE..................................................................................................... 16
SOLUTION OR WASHING WATER TANK FILLING ......................................................................................... 16
MACHINE START AND STOP............................................................................................................................... 16
ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF ORBITALDECK (ONLY FOR ORBITAL MACHINE)....................................... 17
MACHINE OPERATION (SCRUBBERING AND DRYING) ............................................................................... 17
TANK EMPTYING................................................................................................................................................... 18
AFTER USING THE MACHINE............................................................................................................................. 19
MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY............................................................................................................................. 20
FIRST PERIOD OF USE .......................................................................................................................................... 20
MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................................20
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE ............................................................................................................... 20
BATTERY CHARGING........................................................................................................................................... 21
BRUSH/PAD CLEANING ....................................................................................................................................... 22
SOLUTION FILTER CLEANING ........................................................................................................................... 22
SQUEEGEE CLEANING......................................................................................................................................... 23
SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................... 24
TANK AND VACUUM GRID WITH FLOAT CLEANING, AND COVER GASKET CHECK .......................... 25
MACHINE WORKING HOUR CHECK.................................................................................................................. 26
FUSE CHECK/REPLACEMENT............................................................................................................................. 26
ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................27
SCRAPPING.................................................................................................................................27

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INTRODUCTION
CAUTION!
Some general and detailed machine information is not included in this guide.
Please refer to Instruction for Use Manual on supplied CD-ROM reading by Adobe®Reader®.
NOTE
The numbers in brackets refer to the components shown in Machine Description chapter.
GUIDE PURPOSE AND CONTENTS
The purpose of this Quick Start Guide is to provide the operator with all basic information to use the machine prop-
erly. For information about technical characteristics, operation, machine inactivity, spare parts and safety conditions
etc., please refer to Instruction for Use manual on supplied CD-ROM.
Before performing any procedure on the machine, the operators and qualified technicians must read the Instruction
for Use manual. Contact our company in case of doubts concerning the interpretation of the instructions or for any
further information.
HOW TO KEEPTHIS GUIDE
The Quick Start Guide must be kept near the machine, inside an adequate case, away from liquids and other sub-
stances that can cause any damage to it.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Declaration of Conformity is supplied with the machine and certifies machine conformity with the law in force.
NOTE
The copies of the original declaration of conformity are provided together with the machine
documentation.
ACCESSORIES AND MAINTENANCE
All the necessary operation, maintenance and repair procedures must be made by qualified personnel, our company
appointed repair center. ONLY original or approved spare parts and accessories can be used.
Contact our company customer service for any service or purchase of accessories or spare parts if necessary.
CHANGE AND IMPROVEMENT
We committed to continuous improvement of its products, the company reserves the right to the machine changes
and improvements without informing in additional.
SCOPE OFAPPLICATION
The scrubber applies to commercial and industrial use. It is suitable for cleaning smooth and solid floor, operating
by a qualified personnel in safety circumstance. It is not suitable for outdoor use or carpet or rough floor cleaning.
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DATA
The machine serial number and model name are marked on the serial label.
This information is useful. Use the following table to write down the machine identification data when requiring
spare parts for the machine.
MACHINE MODEL...........................................................................
MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER.........................................................

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TRANSPORTAND UNPACKING
When the carrier delivers the machine, make sure the packaging and machine are both whole and undamaged. If
any damaged, make the carrier know the damage and before accepting the goods, reserve the right in compensation
of the damage.
Follow the instructions on packing strictly when unpacking the machine.
Check the package to ensure following items are included:
1. Technical documentations including Quick Start Guide manual, Instruction for Use Disk and on-board charger
manual if on-board charger is equipped.
2. Charger cable if on-board charger is equipped.
3. Two fuses, the low power circuit fuse (5A) and the Brush release fuse (20A).
SAFETY
The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous situations. Always read this information carefully and take
all necessary precautions to safeguard people and property.
VISIBLE SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
WARNING!
Read all the instructions carefully before performing any operation on the machine.
WARNING!
Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurized water jets.
WARNING!
Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding that is defined in the specifi-
cation.
SYMBOLS THATAPPEAR ON THEINSTRUCTION FOR USEMANUAL
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 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 Instruction for Use manual before performing any
procedure.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Specific warnings and cautions to inform about potential damages to people and machine are shown below.
DANGER!
This machine must be operated by trained and authorized personnel according to guidance of the
manual.
Before performing any cleaning, maintenance, repair or replacement procedure, read all the
instructions carefully, ensure to turn the machine OFF and disconnect the battery connector.
Do not operate the machine near toxic, dangerous, flammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or
vapour. This machine is not suitable for collecting dangerous powders.
Do not wear jewels when working near electrical components.
Do not work under the lifted machine without supporting it with safety stands.
When using lead (WET) batteries, they may emit inflammable gas under normal use, must keep
sparks, flames, smoking materials and radiating, illuminating and burning items away from the
batteries.
When charging lead (WET) batteries, they may emit hydrogen gas which may cause explosive. Must
ensure the charging environment is well ventilated and away from naked flames.
WARNING!
Check the machine carefully before each use. Ensure that all the components have been well
assembled before use. Or it may causes damages to people and properties.
Before using the battery charger, ensure that the values of frequency and voltage indicated on the
machine serial number label match those of mains.
Never move the machine by pulling the battery charger cable. Do not let the cable through a closed
door, or winding on 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.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, make sure machine is off before leaving.
Use or store the machine indoors in dry conditions, it is not allowed for outdoor use.
The machine both storage and working temperature must be between 0 °C and +40 °C, the humidity
of air must be between 30% - 95%.
Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding as specification show.
When using and handling floor cleaning detergents, follow the instructions on the labels of the
detergent bottles and wear suitable gloves and protections.
Use brushes and pads supplied with the machine or defined in the manual. Using other brushes or
pads 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.
Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the
machine moving parts.
Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.
Do not wash the machine with direct or pressured water jets, or with corrosive substances.
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Do not lean liquid containers on the machine, use the relevant can holder.
To avoid damaging the floor, do not allow the brush/pad to operate while the machine is stationary.
In case of fire, use a dry powder fire extinguisher. Do not use liquid fire extinguishers.
Do not remove or modify the machine stickers.
Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions
scrupulously.
Pay attention during machine transportation when temperature is below freezing point. The water in
the recovery tank and in the hoses could freeze and cause seriously damage to the machine.
If spare parts need be replaced, order ORIGINAL spare parts from an Authorized Dealers or
Retailers.
Return the machine to the Service Center if it doesn’t work as usual or it is in condition such as
damaged, placed outdoors, dropped into water.
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 an authorized Service
Center.
The machine must be properly disposed of, because the presence of toxic-harmful materials
(batteries, etc.), which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centers (see Scrapping
chapter).
This machine as a cleaning tool only, not for any other purpose use.
Always keep the openings free from dust, hairs and any other foreign material which could reduce
the air flow. Do not use the machine if the openings are clogged.
Use the machine only where a proper lighting is provided.
This machine is not intended for use by persons 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 their safety.
Close attention is necessary when used near children.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to people or objects.

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MACHINE DESCRIPTION
MACHINE STRUCTURE (as shown in Figure 1)
1. Recovery tank lid
2. Can holder
3. Handlebar
4. Control panel
5. Serial number plate/technical data
6. Squeegee lifting/lowering lever
7. Power supply cable holder
8. Power cable
9. Deck lifting/lowering pedal (only for disc machine)
a) Pedal position when deck is lifted
b) Pedal position when deck is lowered
10. Outlet cover
11. Squeegee knobs
12. Reset label
13. Squeegee vacuum hose
14. Squeegee
15. Squeegee balance adjusting knob
16. PA Connector
17. Rear steering wheels
18. Solution filter
19. Front wheels on fixed axle (A).
Driving wheels (B)
20. Brush/pad-holder
21. Brush/pad-holder deck
22. Recovery water drain hose
23. Solution tank
24. Hinge
25. Recovery tank
26. Filter support
27. Filler hose holder
28. Filter cover
29. Splash guard bristle 510mm
30. Tank cover gasket
31. Float ball filter
32. Solenoid valve
(*): Optional
(A): Only for machine without traction
(B): Only for machine with traction
Figure 1

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CONTROL PANEL (as shown in Figure 2)
33. Machine backward switch (B)
34. Safe switch
35. Ignition key (0 - I)
36. Discharged battery warning light (red)
37. Semi-discharged battery warning light (yellow)
38. Charged battery warning light (green)
39. Hour meter
40. Speed adjuster (B)
41. Flow increase switch
42. Solution flow indicator
43. Flow decrease switch
44. Brush/pad-holder release switch (only for disc machine)
Extra pressure active (only for orbital machine)
45. Vacuum system switch
46. Brush/pad-holder and vacuum system switch (only for
disc machine)
Pad deck moving up/down and Brush/pad-holder and va-
cuum system switch (only for orbital machine)
47. Charging red LED
48. Charging yellow LED
49. Charging green LED
50. Security cover of charging jack
51. Overload protector of brush
52. Overload protector of traction (B)
53. Overload protector of vacuum
54. Battery connector (red).
55. Tank safety cable
(*): Optional
(A): Only for machine without traction
(B): Only for machine with traction
DISPLAY WINDOW OF CHARGER INDICATON LIGHT (as shown in Figure 2)
1. At the beginning of charging, the red LED (47) of charger normally on. It is the first stage of charging.
2. After charging some time, the red LED (47) turns off, the yellow LED (48) turns on, this is the second stage of
charging.
3. After charging finish, the yellow LED (48) off, the green LED (49) turns on to indicate that the battery is fully
charged.
Figure 2
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42
35
46 45 44
36
39
41
43
38
37
54
55
34 3433
47 48 49
53 52 51 50
BRUSHTRACTION
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NOTE
When charging, if the yellow LED (48) of charger is on, it may be caused by: Battery and charg-
er does not match, battery is not connected well, or output is short-circuited.
The red LED of charger flashing may be caused by charger internal short circuit.
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
Model
Parameter Type
Units
AS5160
AS5160T
AS5160TO
Packing dimensions (L X W X H)
mm/Inches
(1370 x 600 x 1220 mm) / (54 x 24 x 48 Inches)
Machine Height
mm/Inches
1000 mm / 39.4 Inches
Machine Length
mm/Inches
1310 mm / 51.6 Inches
Machine Width (without squeegee)
mm/Inches
550 mm / 21.7 Inches
Machine weight with empty tanks
(without batteries)
Kg/Lbs.
85 Kg / 187 Lbs.
93 Kg/205 Lbs.
120 Kg/264 Lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Kg/Lbs.
214.8 Kg / 473Lbs.
222.8 Kg / 490 Lbs.
240 Kg / 528 Lbs.
Shipping Weight
Kg/Lbs.
115 Kg / 253 Lbs.
123 Kg / 271 Lbs.
150 Kg / 330 Lbs.
Solution tank capacity
L / Gal
61 L / 16 Gal.
Recovery tank capacity
L / Gal
61 L / 16 Gal.
Vacuum motor power
Watt / H.P.
350 W / 0.47 H.P.
Vacuum capacity
mm/In of H2O
1200 mm / 47.2 In of H2O
Climbing capacity (max)
% grade
2%
Front wheel diameter
mm/Inches
200 mm / 8 Inches
Rear wheel diameter
mm/Inches
76 mm / 3 Inches
Sound level
dB (A)
69 +/- 3 dB (A)
Solution Flow (max) per setting
L / Gal per minute
(0.7/1.2/1.7/2.2) Liters (0.2/0.3/0.45/0.6) Gallons
Working width
mm/Inches
510 mm / 20 Inches
Squeegee width
mm/Inches
790 mm / 31.1 Inches
Brush/Pad diameter
mm/Inches
510 mm / 20 Inches
510 x 360 mm /20 x 14 Inches
Brush motor power
Watt / H.P.
450 Watt / 0.6 H.P
750 Watt / 1.0 H.P.
Brush speed
RPM
150
2200
Brush/Pad pressure (max)
Kg/Lbs.
27 Kg / 59.4 Lbs.
23 Kg / 50.6 Lbs.
40 - 50 Kg / 88 - 110 Lbs.
Drive motor Power
Watt / H.P.
N/A
150 W / 0.2 H.P.
250 W / 0.33 H.P.
Working Speed
Km / Miles per hour
N/A
0 - 4.0 Km / 0 - 2.5 Miles per hour
Forward speed
Km / Miles per hour
N/A
0 - 4.0 Km / 0 - 2.5 Miles per hour
Reverse speed
Km / Miles per hour
N/A
0 - 2.0 Km / 0 - 1.25 miles per hour
Handle Vibration Level (max)
m/S2
2.5
Voltage
DC
24 Volts
Batteries
Amp/hour
105/130 WET 105/140 AGM Ah
On-Board Battery Charger
Volts/Amps
24 Volt/10 Amp
24 Volt/13 Amp
Battery Compartment Size
(L x W x H)
mm/Inches
(350 x 350 x 300) mm / 13.8 x 13.8 x 11.8) Inches