INSTRUCTION FOR USE
ENGLISH
Proterra™
33019864(1)2009-05
3
SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE
All necessary operating, maintenance and repair procedures must be performed by quali
fi
ed personnel or by Advance Service
Centers. Only original spare parts and accessories must be used.
Call Advance for service or to order spare parts and accessories, specifying the machine model and serial number.
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
fi
ts to the machines that were previously sold.
Any change and/or addition of accessory must be approved and performed by Advance.
OPERATION CAPABILITIES
This sweeper has been designed and built to be used by a quali
fi
ed operator to sweep/clean smooth and solid
fl
oors, in civil and
industrial environments, and to collect dust and light debris under safe operation conditions.
CONVENTIONS
Forward, backward, front, rear, left or right are intended with reference to the operator’s position, while on the driver’s seat (32).
UNPACKING/DELIVERY
Upon delivery, carefully check that the packing and the machine are not damaged. In case of visible damages, keep the packing
and have it checked by the carrier that delivered it. Call the carrier immediately to
fi
ll in a damage claim.
Check that the machine is equipped as follows:
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Sweeper Instructions for Use
•
Engine Manual
•
Sweeper Spare Parts List
•
After removing the packing, remove the wooden blocks next to the wheels.
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Check the engine oil and coolant levels.
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Check the hydraulic oil level.
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Read the instructions in the Preparing the Machine For Use section of this manual, then
fi
ll the fuel tank.
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Place a ramp next to the front end of the pallet.
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Read the instructions in the Operating Controls and Operating the Machine sections of this manual and start the engine.
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Slowly drive the machine forward down the ramp to the
fl
oor.
WARNING!
Use extreme caution when operating the sweeper.
Be certain to be thoroughly familiar with all of the operating instructions prior to using this sweeper.
In case of questions, contact a supervisor or local Advance Industrial Dealer.
Should the sweeper malfunction, do not attempt to correct the problem unless the supervisor directs you to do
so. Have a quali
fi
ed company mechanic or an authorized Advance Dealer service person make any necessary
corrections to the equipment.
Use extreme care when working on this machine. Neckties, loose clothing, long hair, rings and bracelets can get
caught in moving parts.
Before working on the machine turn the ignition key (64) to “O”, remove the key, engage the parking brake and
disconnect the battery.
Use good common sense, practice good safety habits and pay attention to the yellow decals on this machine.
Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the brake pedal (35) to control machine speed while descending
inclines.
Do not turn the machine on an incline; drive straight up or down.
The maximum rated incline during transport with a 3 cylinder model is 15%.
