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Avant 220/225
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Intended use
Avant 220/225/225LPG are articulated compact loaders, designed and manufactured for both private and
professional use. The loader can be equipped with attachments offered by Avant Tecno Oy, which enables
performing several different jobs. Because of this multi-purpose nature of the machine and the various
attachments and tasks, read always not only this Manual but also the Operator's Manual of the attachment, and
follow all instructions. Every person who has to do with this machine must follow work safety regulations, all other
generally accepted rules related to work health and safety, and all road traffic regulations.
Remember that safety consists of several factors. The loader, equipped with an attachment is very powerful and
can cause serious personal injuries or property damages if it is operated in a wrong or careless way. Do not
operate an attachment unless you have familiarised yourself with the use of it and the eventual dangers related to
it. The loader is not intended to lift or transport people or be used as a work platform. Different jobs require
different attachments, and it is not allowed to handle loads without any attachment fitted. The loader must not be
used in underground or tunneling work.
Contact your local AVANT dealer, if you are uncertain of anything concerning the operation and maintenance of
this loader, or for any questions, service or spare parts.
In addition to the safety instructions included in this manual, you must observe all occupational safety regulations,
local laws, and other regulations concerning the use of the equipment. Particularly the regulations concerning the
use of the equipment on public road areas must be observed. Contact your Avant dealer for more information
about local requirements before you operate the loader on road areas. The use of LPG equipment on road areas
may be restricted or regulated.
This loader has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform the routine
maintenance tasks. There are however more demanding service operations that must be done by professional
service personnel only. It is allowed to perform service operations only when wearing appropriate protective
equipment. Original spare parts must be used. Familiarise yourself with the service and maintenance instructions
in this Manual. Operating a loader that is in poor condition, or that has received unauthorised modifications, can be
hazardous to the operator and bystanders.
Gas operated 225LPG
The gas evaporation capability of the LPG cylinder limits the lowest operating temperature. Engine performance
may decrease significantly at temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) and engine may not run. Even though the LPG
engine runs cleaner and produces less harmful emissions than gasoline engines, it is not intended or suitable to
be used in enclosed spaces or areas with poor ventilation. See warnings in this manual.
The gasoline and LPG engines have fundamental differences between each other. In addition to fuel delivery
system differences include engine valves and other major parts. The gasoline engine of the 225 cannot be
converted to LPG engine. Any attempt to modify the engine can cause risk of fire, poor performance, short service
life, and will void all warranties.