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Avant e5 

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Stopping the loader (Safe stopping 

procedure) 

WARNING

 

Safe stopping procedure 

Stopping the loader and its 

attachment to a safe state

 

1.

Lower the boom completely
down.

2.

Stop any attachment (move
auxiliary hydraulics control
lever to neutral position,  see
page 38), set hand throttle to
rear position. Place the
attachment firmly on the
ground.

3.

Engage the parking brake.

4.

Stop the motors by turning
the ignition key to the OFF
position (turn to the left).

5.

Release auxiliary  hydraulics
pressure  (see page 66).
Move the boom control lever
and the control lever of the
telescopic boom towards all
of their extreme positions to
release residual pressure
from the hydraulic circuits of
the boom.

6.

Prevent unauthorised use of
the loader. Take the ignition
key with you. If parking on a
slope is necessary, use
additional wheel chocks to
prevent the loader from
moving.

 

Stop if you notice any of the following: 

Stop the loader to a safe state as 
soon as possible if you observe 
any of the following symptoms. 
Find out the cause before 
restarting. 

Battery charge level is below 10 %. Drive to
a charging location and avoid heavy load

Electric motor rpm increases and/or
decreases suddenly by itself, even if you
don't move the throttle lever, or press the
pedals

You notice sudden increase in vibration or
noise levels

You notice a leak

Battery disconnect switch 

The loader is equipped with an electrically controlled 
battery disconnect switch (main switch) - There is no 
separate, manually usable main switch. Whenever 
ignition key is switched to position 

OFF

 the 12 V DC 

system is switched off, and the  contactor for the 
inverters of the electric motors is also off. 

To switch on the 12 V electric systems of the loader, 
turn the ignition key to position 

P

. In position 

ON

 also 

the main contactor for the electric motors is switched 
on. 

Summary of Contents for e5 2018

Page 1: ...English Operator s Manual 2018 From serial number 89295 A423110 2018 1 EN 2018 89295 www avanttecno com ...

Page 2: ... and seat adjustments 43 Seat heater 43 Lights 44 CAB L optional extra 45 Options 46 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 49 Starting the loader 50 Ignition key 50 Emergency stop button 51 Stopping the loader Safe stopping procedure 52 Battery disconnect switch 52 Drive control 53 Steering of the loader 57 In case the loader tips over 57 Material handling 58 WORKING WITH ATTACHMENTS 60 Requirements for attachme...

Page 3: ...safety is involved This safety symbol refers to important safety information in this manual It warns of an immediate hazard that could cause serious personal injury to yourself or others near the equipment The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement indicates important safety messages throughout this Manual It is used to draw attention to instructions involving your persona...

Page 4: ...safety and how to avoid hazardous situations An attachment may introduce risks that are not present when operating the loader with other kinds of attachments Always read the operator s manual of each attachment carefully Manuals of attachments DANGER Attachments can create significant risks that are not covered by this Operator s manual of the loader Make sure you have all attachments manual avail...

Page 5: ...at is in poor condition or that has received unauthorised modifications can be hazardous to the operator and bystanders 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...

Page 6: ...ted Leave all electric parts from the battery connector forward to authorised service professionals to avoid risk of electric shock fire and short circuiting and explosion of battery High voltage cables and connectors inverters and electric motors do not have components that can be maintained or serviced by user Versions of this manual Avant has a policy on continuous product development Updated v...

Page 7: ...arranty excludes any consumable parts e g tyres batteries filters belts etc except where it can be clearly shown that these parts were defective on original supply 7 Any damage caused resulting from the use of attachments not approved for use with this product is excluded 8 The battery must be used recharged and maintained as instructed in this manual Damages caused by neglected maintenance or rep...

Page 8: ...he operator s manual of the attachment 5 Operate the control levers with careful and deliberate movements Avoid abrupt movements when handling the load in order to prevent the load from falling and to keep the machine stable 6 Keep away from the danger zone of the lifted boom and don t let anyone go there 7 Keep your hands feet and clothing away from all moving parts hydraulic components and hot s...

Page 9: ...cal fault or if another person operates the controls of the loader leading to crushing hazard The attachment or the loader are not intended to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods Lower the attachment before leaving the driver s seat The stability of the loader may change when leaving the driver s seat leading to tipping over of the machine WARNING Risk of overturning Sudden movement...

Page 10: ...t a system is not in good condition stop the use of the loader and make sure the loader is serviced WARNING Pinching points Avoid pinching between loader frame itself and between loader and walls Keep all body parts within the safety frame Movements of the articulated frame creates pinching hazards Keep your head hands and feet inside the loader Be especially careful while you drive near walls and...

Page 11: ...e recommended tyre pressures and pay attention to the condition of tyres Keep in mind that a heavy load or long distance between the loader and the centre of gravity of the load will affect the balance and handling of the loader When you estimate the lifting capacity of the loader remember to take the weight of the attachment into account CAUTION Overload hazard Risk of tipping over and overturnin...

Page 12: ...he type of work The danger zone of the loader covers the reach area of the loader boom the turning area and wheels on both sides of the loader and the front and rear areas of the loader Stop the loader and its attachment immediately if there are other persons close to the loader Always make sure that it is safe to reverse with the loader Never assume that bystanders will remain where you last saw ...

Page 13: ... the loader are significantly reduced on inclined terrains and maximum lifting capacity can be achieved only on firm level ground On horizontally tilted terrain the load must be kept close to the ground and must never be lifted high Handle heavy loads only on even surfaces Handle heavy loads only on even surfaces Drive very slowly on uneven terrains Load unload and turn the machine on flat level g...

Page 14: ...ltering apparatus may be required Find out about other necessary safety equipment at your specific work site WARNING Stay within the space protected by the ROPS safety frame Always keep seat belt on to stay on driver s seat and to avoid getting crushed between ground and a loader that tips over CAUTION Silica dust warning Prolonged exposure to crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respirat...

Page 15: ...ic emissions Use only original spare parts to make sure that the product is kept in safe operating condition Working near powerlines Digging may expose buried electric cables and some attachments may make it possible to reach overhead powerlines with the loader creating hazard of electric shock and electrocution Plan work ahead and take necessary safety precautions DANGER Electrocution hazard Stay...

Page 16: ...ance instructions on page 87 DANGER Short circuit can cause the battery to explode or burn Disconnect battery before maintenance Isolate the battery from the electric systems of the loader by separating its quick connector before working on the electric systems of the loader see page 94 Check that all insulator sleeves and caps are in good condition and that battery terminals are not exposed Never...

Page 17: ...attery acid Battery contains sulphuric acid as electrolyte This acid is highly corrosive and can cause serious skin burns in case of contact with skin If acid gets to eyes there is a serious risk of severe eye injury Follow correct handling instructions of battery to avoid exposure to acid Always use only battery that is in good condition In case you are exposed to battery electrolyte sulphuric ac...

Page 18: ...e battery Leaving the rear cover removed will also allow the battery to cool better during recharge During charge some of the water in the battery is broken into hydrogen and oxygen gases This gas mixture is highly flammable and can become explosive if enough gas is accumulated The area where the loader is charged must be ventilated so that the amount of these released gases will not become explos...

Page 19: ...mandatory Keep a multi purpose approved type fire extinguisher available near the place where you store the loader To ensure fire safety during recharge Follow correct recharge instructions Battery produces explosive gasses during recharge and therefore ventilation must be ensured Sparks lighted tobacco products and other sources of ignition must be kept away from loader during recharge Plug the l...

Page 20: ... Serial number of the loader is printed on the type plate which also indicates the loader model Dealer Contact information Loader identification Loader identification plate is located on the right side of the steering wheel Write down the serial number of your loader and have it ready when you communicate with your dealer or Avant service partners The serial number helps to identify the correct sp...

Page 21: ...ng 600 mm hydraulically The boom can be fitted with a hydraulic self levelling system 5 Attachment coupling plate Attachments are mounted on the attachment coupling plate The locking pins on the plate can be operated manually standard or hydraulically option 6 Auxiliary hydraulics outlet The hydraulic hoses of hydraulically operated attachments are mounted on this outlet The outlet is equipped wit...

Page 22: ...e surface from dirt dust grease or other material Peel small portion of the decal backing paper and apply exposed adhesive to cleaned surface aligning the decal properly Peel rest of backing paper and press with hands to smooth out the decal WARNING The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the equipment Make sure that the...

Page 23: ...achine 3 Near electric motors A417270 WARNING Risk of burns Extremely hot surfaces Keep clear Allow loader to cool completely before maintenance 4 At loader entry point A411455 WARNING Risk of crushing Small gap between tyres of articulated loader Do not grip the steering wheel from outside the machine or when getting into the driver s seat to prevent moving of the wheels 5 At loader entry point A...

Page 24: ...stopping the machine first The parking brake should be used to stop the machine only in emergency Repeated use while driving will damage the brakes Table 3 Information labels Label Location Product code Message 7 ROPS frame A420726 ROPS FOPS Approval 8 Right panel near driver s seat A43600 Sound pressure level 88 dB A at driver s seat 9 Right panel near driver s seat A411047 Sound power level 101 ...

Page 25: ...eight and width Tyre Width Height 23 x 8 50 12 TR 1080 mm 1980 mm 23 x 10 50 12 TR 1130 mm 1985 mm 26 x 12 00 12 TR 1290 mm 2013 mm 320 60 12 HD TR 1290 mm 2013 mm 27 x 8 50 15 TR 1030 mm 2026 mm 26 5 x 14 00 12 TR 1420 mm 2020 mm 23 x 8 50 12 GR 1080 mm 1980 mm 23 x 10 50 12 GR 1130 mm 1895 mm 26 x 12 00 12 GR 1290 mm 2013 mm Tyre types TR Tractor type tyre tread pattern with aggressive grooves f...

Page 26: ...c oil type ISO VG 46 mineral oil only Sound pressure level 2000 14 EC Lp ISO 6396 78 dB A Sound power level 2000 14 EC Lp ISO 6395 94 dB A Hand arm vibration total 2 5 m s2 Whole body vibration max 0 5 m s2 Electric system and battery e5 Battery type Lead acid battery pack Battery product code 66390 Stored energy 11 5 kWh Capacity 240 Ah Voltage nominal 48 V Electric motors 2 Net power drive 7 2 k...

Page 27: ...the help of this graph and the Operator s Manual of each individual attachment Attachment may get damaged run too fast or it may be difficult to control precisely when oil flow is too high Using an incompatible attachment that requires constant high flow and pressure of hydraulic oil will result in drop of auxiliary hydraulics output This happens because the control electronics of the loader limit...

Page 28: ... x 14 00 12 GR 65787 1 8 bar When using the 26 5x14 00 12 tyres code 65787 use of 40 mm wheel spacers is mandatory to fit these tyres See page 29 Use the widest possible tyres For the best stability and controllability always use the widest tyres possible Tyres that are narrower than the standard tyres are intended for special purposes only with width restriction on the machine Use only tyres and ...

Page 29: ...the loader on flat areas where the total width of the loader must be reduced to as narrow as possible Use only spacers recommended by Avant Too thick spacers may damage the hydraulic motors Contact your Avant dealer for more information Snow chains There are two types of snow chains See the table on page 28 for a list of chains that are available for the tyre size of your loader SD HD Check that s...

Page 30: ...eration and stopping distances may be increased Ballasted tyres do not have air pressure inside them and do not require air pressure checks CAUTION Ballasted tyres are heavy Handle ballasted tyres with care Filling of tyres should be left to professional tyre service When the loader is equipped with ballasted tyres the following symbol must be applied to a visible location on the loader frame near...

Page 31: ... from tipping over too heavy load is being lifted when the loader boom is moved to another position the load moves away from the loader reducing the stability of the loader driving or other movements of the loader affect the balance of the loader More information about how to take these factors influencing the tipping load into account are shown on page 59 There are many influencing factors that a...

Page 32: ...h any attachment Any illustration chart table or value of tipping load and the ROC table are valid only when The ground is firm and level Loader is stationary or driven max 2 km h with smooth and slow control movements Driver 75 kg is seated on the driver s seat Load is distributed evenly on pallet forks with the load centre of gravity at 500 mm from the vertical part of pallet fork arms The weigh...

Page 33: ...me positions of the boom As shown in the chart a load of about 970 kg can be lifted to a horizontal position and therefore it can be handled in any position of the loader boom If the telescopic boom is extended the tipping load is reduced down to 650 kg at the fully extended position The loader can lift a 1100 kg pallet just off the ground which is limited by the lift force of the loader The same ...

Page 34: ... boom to another position Load diagram e5 How to read the load diagram a Tipping load with the loader frame in straight position b Tipping load with the loader frame in maximum articulation ROC Rated operating capacity defined as 60 of tipping load for pallet forks The tipping load chart describes only the stability of the loader to forward direction it does not refer to maximum available lift for...

Page 35: ...nary or driven max 2 km h with smooth and slow control movements Driver weighing 75 kg is seated on the driver s seat Load is distributed evenly on pallet forks with the load centre of gravity at 500 mm from the vertical part of pallet fork arms The weight of the fork attachment is taken into account in the indicated load value Rated operating capacity label Different positions of the loader boom ...

Page 36: ...splay 41 12 Hand throttle lever 40 13 Seat belt buckle 43 Controls in footwell A Drive pedal right drive forward 53 B Drive pedal left drive backward 53 Switches on the panel NOTE Some of the switches presented here are for optional equipment and might not be installed on the loader The position of the switch may be different than shown in here Auxiliary hydraulics outlet selection switch Optional...

Page 37: ...tors are running Indicator lights Symbol Colour Remarks 1 Not in use in this loader model 2 Red Hydraulic oil cooler fan fuse Hydraulic oil cooler malfunction 3 Red Hydraulics locked 4 Green Turn signal indicator Road traffic light kit only 5 Green Seat heater on 6 Yellow Boom floating on optional equipment Boom floating See page 46 7 Green Work lights on Work light switch at lower part of dashboa...

Page 38: ...ts Hydraulically operated attachments are connected to the loader using the multi connector system for more information see page 65 Operation directions depend on the attachment used When using an attachment for the first time carefully move the lever to test and check the operating direction of the attachment For continuous operation of rotating attachments turn to direction 1 and turn to locking...

Page 39: ...rial handling 4 Joystick 6 function optional extra If the loader is equipped with the optional 6 function joystick the auxiliary hydraulics can be controlled with electric buttons on the joystick Push and hold either button to operate hydraulic feature of the attachment Release buttons to stop Either these buttons or the control lever can be used depending on the attachment and kind of work The op...

Page 40: ...n using the loader boom or operating a hydraulically operated attachment The electric motors run when the ignition key is switched to ON position and when the operator is seated on driver s seat or other operating mode is selected See more information about the operating mode on page 54 The auxiliary hydraulics pump will also provide pressure for the release of the parking brake and to flush the d...

Page 41: ...r Button keys of the multi function display Press the button keys at the bottom of the screen to change through different display modes and to choose the page you want to have on the display NOTE Some display modes have additional information available which you can access by pressing a button key multiple times All display modes may not have additional information available During recharge When t...

Page 42: ...t capacity of the loader is limited This available power shared between lights control system and all additional accessories such as seat heater etc High current accessories should not be connected to this electric socket Keep in mind that all additional electric equipment reduce the battery run time Switch off all unnecessary equipment Electric socket on the multiconnector There is an electric so...

Page 43: ...so as far as possible keep the operating terrain in good condition to minimise vibrations Suspension seat The suspension seat has the following adjustments 1 Seat position The distance of the seat from the steering wheel can be adjusted with the lever which is located under the front edge of the seat 2 Arm rest angle adjustment The angle of the arm rest can be adjusted by turning the roller under ...

Page 44: ...control panel Switches on the panel Warning beacon option The warning beacon warns others about the moving loader The control switch for the beacon is located in the control panel see page 37 If necessary for example when driving through low doorways the beacon can be removed quickly by loosening its retaining screw and then by pulling the beacon out Place the protective seal on the beacon stand t...

Page 45: ... access step Cab Safety Make sure visibility from the cab is adequate Keep all window panels clean and clear of snow ice etc Familiarise yourself with the special drive features and space needs of this articulated loader equipped with cab on a flat even and open place Remember that when turning the cab extends beyond the turning radius of the wheels This should be taken into consideration especial...

Page 46: ... boom floating only when necessary Boom floating The boom floating is a system that allows an attachment to follow the surface of the ground The floating system releases the lift cylinder and allows it to float upwards from the position where it is when boom floating is switched on When boom floating is switched on it is not possible to push down with the boom To switch on the boom floating 1 Lowe...

Page 47: ...ounterweights if driving without an attachment CAUTION Risk of sudden loss of stability Always install any counterweight firmly Counterweight can fall from the loader on uneven ground or after hitting a wall or other structure Tighten all fastening screws After installing the 180 kg side weight kit remove their lifting slings from the weights to prevent their use as tie down points Trailer couplin...

Page 48: ...re Unlock the carrier in controlled way and keep hands clear from linkage Extra auxiliary hydraulics outlet In addition to the standard auxiliary hydraulics outlet the loader can be equipped with a double acting extra outlet The couplers are conventional type quick couplers Extra quick couplers located under the multi connector at the front of the loader For instructions about use and how to conne...

Page 49: ... the full attention of the operator Do not perform distractive actions while operating such as using mobile devices WARNING Pay attention to other machines and persons that are moving in the area Make sure that there are no persons in the danger zone of the loader and the attachment The danger zone of the loader covers the reach area of the loader boom the turning area on the side and in the front...

Page 50: ... for more information Drive functions are disabled if either drive pedal is depressed during start of the loader Drive function is enabled after release of pedals Ignition key The ignition key can switched into three positions 1 OFF In this position The electric systems of the loader are switched off Ignition key can be removed Charging of the battery is possible 2 P In this position some of the e...

Page 51: ...er beyond the position ON However this has no effect on e5 loader model After this the loader boom and drive pedals are in operating mode You can adjust the speed of the pump of the boom and auxiliary hydraulics by turning the Hand throttle lever for pump RPM control WARNING Prevent unintended movements of the loader Keep hands and feet away from other controls of the loader while starting A fault...

Page 52: ...ditional wheel chocks to prevent the loader from moving Stop if you notice any of the following Stop the loader to a safe state as soon as possible if you observe any of the following symptoms Find out the cause before restarting Battery charge level is below 10 Drive to a charging location and avoid heavy load Electric motor rpm increases and or decreases suddenly by itself even if you don t move...

Page 53: ...rating area of the machine to avoid injuries that could result from unintended movements When you have learned how to drive with slow speed operating mode increase speed gradually and learn how to drive and steer the loader with higher drive speeds Drive pedals Using the drive pedals Driving forward press gently on the right drive pedal until the machine starts to move slowly To drive backward pre...

Page 54: ...rce The position of the hand throttle lever does not affect pulling force or drive speed If the battery charge level is low the loader may not be able to produce maximum pulling force or high drive speed Push pedal lighter in this case Operating mode switch The loader is equipped with a safety system that restricts the use of controls of the loader if there is no driver on the driver s seat There ...

Page 55: ...ulic motors on one side of the loader may receive larger portion of the total hydraulic flow leading to spinning of the wheels on one side of the loader In general the X lock should be switched off during general use where high pushing force is not needed Also when operating on hard surfaces the X lock should be switched off to reduce tyre wear When driving on slippery surfaces the X lock should b...

Page 56: ...ly when necessary Battery system in cold environment The battery pack is less capable to supply energy in cold environment This sets a limit to the minimum operating temperature where the loader can be practically used Operating in cold conditions will decrease battery performance and cold stiff hydraulic oil will waste more energy The electrolyte temperature inside the battery cells should be at ...

Page 57: ...ket and the boom is up when driving WARNING Risk of tipping over Never use a high drive speed when turning In particular when the loader boom is up the stability of the machine is much weaker when turning Keep loads close to ground while driving WARNING Risk of collision and crushing Stay and keep hands and feet inside the safety frame Always remember that when turning the driver s seat extends be...

Page 58: ...or inclined terrain significantly reduces the Rated operating capacity see also page 35 Use the maximum loads indicated in the load chart on the loader and in this manual as a guideline All rated operating capacities are based on the criteria that the loader is level on firm ground When the loader is operated in conditions that deviate from these criteria e g on soft or uneven ground on a slope or...

Page 59: ...nt tyres The further away the load is from the loader the less stable the loader is Keep the load as close to the ground and the loader as possible Never drive while load is lifted more than just off the ground Straight or articulated position of the loader frame If you turn the articulated frame the loader will tip over more easily Keep the loader in straight position when lifting heavy loads Lev...

Page 60: ...oader Contact your Avant dealer if necessary Use the attachment only for the intended purpose that is described in the Operator s Manual of the attachment Make sure that the attachment is connected properly on the quick coupling plate of the loader and as described in the Operator s Manual of the attachment Follow all instructions regarding personal protective equipment safety distances and possib...

Page 61: ...eliability of the combination of the loader and the attachment Consult your Avant dealer if you are unsure about the compatibility of the equipment with your Avant loader Manuals of attachments DANGER Attachments can create significant risks that are not covered by this Operator s manual of the loader Make sure you have all attachments manual available Wrong use of an attachment can cause serious ...

Page 62: ...ver Do not go to the area between the attachment and the loader Mount the attachment only on level surface Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked Always read also the additional instructions for coupling and using of the attachment in the Operator s Manual of the attachment The attachment procedure of an attachment may require additional steps in addition to the basic steps desc...

Page 63: ... sure that the locking pins are in the lower position and come through the fasteners on the attachment on both sides Hydraulic attachment coupling The optional hydraulic attachment coupling plate enables coupling and disconnecting of the attachment from driver s seat There is a hydraulic cylinder on the attachment coupling plate which moves the locking pins up and down The electro hydraulic system...

Page 64: ... upside down 2 Connect and lock the multiconnector by turning the lever towards the loader The lever should move easily all the way to its locking position If the lever does not slide smoothly check the alignment and position of the connector and clean the connectors Also shut down the loader and release the residual hydraulic pressure To disconnect the multiconnector system Before disconnecting p...

Page 65: ...ing towards the locking position will direct hydraulic flow to port 1 This is normally the normal or positive movement of the attachment 2 Moving the lever away from the locking position will direct flow in reverse direction pressure in port 2 3 The third port is a free return line to tank this is required by some attachments 4 The 4th port is for the integrated electric socket of the optional Att...

Page 66: ...ngs move the collar at the end of the female fitting Note that the protective caps on the loader and the attachment can be fastened to each other during operation to reduce the accumulation of dirt When disconnecting the standard quick couplings a small amount of oil may drip from the couplings Wear protective gloves and have some cloth at hand to keep the equipment clean For more information abou...

Page 67: ...es which can also be lubricated If a hydraulic attachment is mounted on the hydraulic side shift adapter the loader must be equipped with the optional second auxiliary hydraulics outlet in the front The attachment hoses are mounted on the multi connector and the side shift adapter hoses on the optional outlet Contact your Avant dealer for more information about the availability of the side shift a...

Page 68: ... on level ground CAUTION Adapter plates reduce lifting capacity Do not use adapters with heavy loads or attachments The adapter plates move the centre of gravity of the attachment further away from the loader This increases the risk of tipping over and can limit the use of heavy attachments All coupling adapters are intended only for specific attachments that can be safely and efficiently used wit...

Page 69: ...ing 1 Always secure the load Make sure all equipment is secured also before just a short transport It may be necessary to tie down attachments separately 2 Lower boom completely down 3 Lock the articulated frame lock 4 Always use straps or chains that are in good condition and rated for use as load securing device Check all hooks and locks 5 Consider weight distribution on a trailer Sometimes it m...

Page 70: ...stalled to a wheel hub with 5 bolts DANGER Risk of moving or falling of the loader Never lift or tie down loader from side counterweights Eyelets on extra side counterweights are for installing or removing the side counterweight only Never attempt to lift the loader from the counterweights or use them as tie down points Transport cover To protect the loader during transport transport cover is avai...

Page 71: ...weights from the loader Lower the boom down Mount the frame articulation lock to the frame of the loader Follow the instructions given in the operator s manual of the lifting kits for each cab type Never lift a loader with persons riding the machine Lift the loader as smoothly as possible and do not allow it to drop or wobble The following picture shows the principle of lifting a loader with the R...

Page 72: ...age 79 Discharged battery can get damaged during storage The battery must be fully charged and water must be added before putting the loader to storage The best place to store the battery pack is in a dry frost free place The battery does not need to be removed or disconnected from the loader for short term storage However before long storage periods disconnect the battery quick coupler from its c...

Page 73: ...harge General principles For the best performance of the battery obey the following principles Charge the battery immediately after using the loader When you keep the battery fully charged you ensure that the battery pack will retain its capacity as long as possible Never store the loader with an empty battery Always charge the battery in a well ventilated area Remove the panel covering the batter...

Page 74: ...ack will slowly degrade towards the end of its useful life Extreme conditions can shorten the battery life quickly Discharged battery can get frozen which can permanently destroy the battery The battery life will be significantly shortened in at least the following cases if the battery is allowed to get completely discharged if it has been damaged or corroded or if the watering process is ignored ...

Page 75: ...d when the battery itself is cold the work time is significantly reduced Set the Hand control lever for pump RPM to the lowest setting whenever possible to save battery does not affect drive speed or maximum available pulling force Use the ECO drive mode or the crawling inching mode whenever possible to save battery Charge the battery whenever it is possible after use regardless of the remaining b...

Page 76: ...ion Charge after loader is allowed to cool During recharge the temperature of the electrolyte inside the battery rises by about 10 C so begin to charge the loader only if the electrolyte temperature is below 45 C The loader is equipped with a cooling fan that is intended to cool the battery and electric components inside the loader during use of the loader The fan is activated automatically when t...

Page 77: ...ged allow the charger to remain plugged for longer period of time to complete also the equalising charge phase Equalising charge During the end of normal charge cycle the slight differences of individual cells are balanced The final phase of the charge cycle called equalising charge is completed when the green charge indicator light is lit For optimal performance of the battery it is recommended t...

Page 78: ...ctric shock Never use plugs that leave the grounding wire unconnected Contact a local licenced electrician to replace the plug if necessary CAUTION Risk of battery overheat and fire Use only the built in charger of the loader to ensure correct charge cycle The current and voltage output are optimized in the integrated charger to ensure quick charge and long life of the battery Modified or differen...

Page 79: ...ery cells do a water refill procedure In the picture below Left side White float is at the top If all battery cells are like this no water needs to be added Right side Battery water must be added Connect watering coupler to add water to the entire battery Always check the electrolyte level indicators after the battery is fully charged Add battery grade water if any of the float markers is not at t...

Page 80: ...battery use Store water carefully to avoid its contamination Tap and even the purest bottled drinking water contains minerals and other impurities that will spoil the battery quickly If you are unsure about the water check that the distilled water complies with standard DIN 43530 part 4 and that the container is marked accordingly Never add any additives to battery WARNING Risk of acid spill Add o...

Page 81: ...t water can flow freely Battery watering connector on battery pack Find the hose and connector for water fill system on top of the battery Connect the quick connector of watering system to this counterpart 1 Clean the water hose connectors of the battery and the watering system 2 Connect the watering connector to the quick connector on the battery Water will start to flow and the flow indicator on...

Page 82: ...nd let it cool down before starting any service operation Put the service support on the boom lift cylinder when working under the boom Keep boom lowered otherwise Install the frame lock when lifting the machine and for instance when changing tyres Before working on the electric system or battery disconnect the battery Check hydraulic hoses for cracks and wear Follow the wear of the hoses and stop...

Page 83: ...Access to electric motor compartment WARNING Risk of burns Allow loader to cool before opening covers Electric and hydraulic parts may be extremely hot after use The adjacent warning label is located visibly below the rear cover Hot areas include the hydraulic components and hoses and surfaces of electric motors and inverters WARNING Risk of injury from injected hydraulic oil and burns Never opera...

Page 84: ...m Service support in place Frame lock A red frame lock bar is stored under the operator s cab This lock bar is intended to lock the articulated frame to make the loader frame stay straight during e g lifting or transportation The holes for the frame lock bar are on the left side of the loader below the access step 1 Slide the hook type end of the bar through a hole on the rear frame of the loader ...

Page 85: ...xternal surfaces of electric motors inverters and charger Use damp cloth for cleaning Dust hay and other dry materials inside the inner compartment will cause a fire hazard 5 Clean and check the battery Keep the top surface of the battery clean Check the battery cables connectors and terminals visually If a cable or its insulation has become brittle there is a risk of short circuit Replace cables ...

Page 86: ...ive pedals Do not use the loader if braking performance is decreased or if the loader creeps Allow the loader to warm up and check steering 12 Boom movements Boom should move smoothly to all extreme positions when using without an attachment If attachment is fitted check that the boom moves smoothly within its normal operating range Hydraulic hoses or electric cables must not get pinched or stretc...

Page 87: ...ic oil 8 Clean cooling fans and surfaces 1 9 Adjust or replace the slide pads of telescopic boom 2 3 4 10 Check pressure of hydraulic system 11 Adjust pressure of hydraulic system 1 Depending on operating conditions Daily check may be needed 2 Check slide pads 1 to 4 on the boom 3 Adjust or replace slide pads 1 and 2 4 Check all slide pads and replace if necessary Maintenance operation When necess...

Page 88: ...er is being used in dusty conditions Never spray the battery or electric motor compartment with a pressure washer Battery and electric connectors and insulators may get damaged Use cool or warm water to use other parts of the loader never use hot water above 70ºC 2 Greasing of the loader Greasing of the pivot points is very important in order to avoid wear Most of the greasing points are on the lo...

Page 89: ...ed load Refer to Chapter Technical Specifications 4 Check and tightening of bolts nuts and fittings Check tightness of bolts nuts and hydraulic fittings regularly However do not overtighten tighten hydraulic fittings only if necessary Wheel nuts should be tightened 150 Nm Check the tightness of the pivot pin locking screws if loose tighten and use thread locker Tighten wheel nuts after first 5 ope...

Page 90: ...by removing the drain plug on the right side of the front frame close to the articulation joint In both cases it is important to clean the magnetic drain plug Hydraulic oil tank capacity is 36 l Hydraulic oil type Always use correct type of clean high quality ISO VG 46 certified mineral hydraulic oil If ambient temperature is hot higher viscosity oil may be required contact dealer In freezing temp...

Page 91: ...ere are pairs of nylon slide pads 1 and 2 accessible from around the boom In addition there are pairs of aluminium bronze alloy slide pads 3 and 4 at the upper end of the inner boom To access pads 3 and 4 the boom parts must be separated Slide pads 1 and 2 Slide pads 1 and 2 can be adjusted by mounting thin adjustment sheets between the boom and the slide pad Extend the telescope almost completely...

Page 92: ... AVANT dealer if you need assistance Never adjust pressure to higher level than recommended setting The electric drive system is designed to operate at the intended pressure level Other settings can damage electric drive modify the response of the controls and decrease battery life Warranty will not cover for damages caused by wrong pressure setting Never remove tamper resistant seals from pressur...

Page 93: ...ed troubles 11 Adjust pressure of hydraulic system If the pressure check of boom and auxiliary hydraulic systems indicates that the pressure is wrong it can be adjusted only in case the adjustment is not sealed Pressure adjustment screw is locked with a nut loosen the nut first Adjust the pressure incrementally with an allen key Turn max 1 8 rounds at a time and check pressure again See pictures f...

Page 94: ...g charge is made at the end of charge cycle It is recommended to do the full charge cycle as often as possible 4 Cleaning of battery The battery should always be kept clean and dry to prevent so called leakage currents between battery cells Any dirt or liquid on the battery can cause current to flow between battery cells This will cause discharge of individual cells and poor overall performance of...

Page 95: ...n into the environment 5 Check battery visually Check the battery all cables and insulators visually for signs of dirt and mechanical damage Search for the following Dirt or dust on battery or between battery cells Dirt around battery and between battery and its metallic tray Liquid leakages on battery between cells or on battery tray All cables cable insulators cell caps electrolyte level indicat...

Page 96: ...essionals Use proper instruments and personal protective equipment when you do condition tests WARNING Risk of electric shock sparks and fire Follow correct procedure to measure currents Never attempt to measure current by connecting an ammeter a multimeter or a similar device directly between the battery poles This wrong method can at minimum destroy the metering device and also cause sparks fire...

Page 97: ...ock auxiliary hydraulics to ON without an attachment at high motor rpm to apply load Use a voltmeter and measure each individual cell Write down output voltage of each cell under load and at idle Those that have lower voltage output under load are likely damaged and need further investigation Nominal density of electrolyte Fully charged battery 1 29 kg l Completely discharged battery 1 13 kg l Tem...

Page 98: ...se boxes located outside the cab on the right side of the loader boom In the event of electric malfunction always check the two 12 V system fuse boxes first If a fuse is blown repeatedly search for cause of burning fuse Electric cables may be damaged Contact service Lift the boom first for easier access to the fuses if possible Remember to use the service support If the boom cannot be lifted the f...

Page 99: ... more than absolutely necessary The loader must be checked and serviced by authorised service before continuing use Diagnostics fault codes Fault codes may help diagnosing a problem when communicating with authorised service If you see an error code message displayed on the multi function display for more information use the button keys of the display to choose a page showing fault codes and possi...

Page 100: ... the steel structure of the loader gets damaged A faulty reparation or wrong methods and materials used for reparation can cause hazardous failures or further damage the loader WARNING In case the ROPS safety frame or the FOPS canopy of the machine gets damaged the machine must be taken to Avant service for checking It is not allowed to repair the ROPS and FOPS ...

Page 101: ...e page 54 Fault in attachment Check with another attachment if possible Attachment hoses will not go into the extra front or rear quick couplers of the loader There is back pressure in the auxiliary hydraulics line Release the pressure by moving the extra auxiliary hydraulics control lever in both directions Hydraulic oil overheats Control valve not fully open Adjust the locking plate of the aux h...

Page 102: ...nd boom movements work erratically motors run smoothly Air in hydraulic components Move boom and steering cylinders and hold at each extreme position to de air the system Check hydraulic oil level and condition Hydraulic oil pushed out from hydraulic oil filler cap hydraulic oil foams Leak in hydraulic suction line connecting tank and hydraulic pumps allows air to sucked in Replace suction hoses ...

Page 103: ... Remarks Serviced by Stamp signature ___ ___ _____ _____ 50 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 450 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 850 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 1250 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 1650 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2050 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2450 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2850 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 3250 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 3650 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 4050 h ...

Page 104: ...Avant e5 104 Notes ...

Page 105: ...ärmemssionen Category EARTH MOVING MACHINERY LOADERS COMPACT LOADERS Catégorie ENGINS DE TERRASSEMENT CHARGEURS CHARGEURS COMPACTS Kategorie ERDBEWEGUNGSGERÄT LADER KOMPAKTLADER Original language Langue d origine Originalsprache Original language version Model Modèle Modell AVANT e5 L Serial Number Numéro de série Seriennummer Year of manufacture Année de fabrication Baujahr 2018 Directive Directi...

Page 106: ...Coupling adapters 67 Coupling the attachments 62 Coupling the hydraulic hoses of the attachment 64 D Daily inspections 50 85 Dashboard 37 Dashboard e5 36 37 44 46 Description of the loader 20 Dimensions 25 Drive control 53 Drive pedals 36 53 Drive speed and pulling force 27 Drive while charging 78 Driving modes 54 E Electric 12 V outlet 36 42 Electric qualification 6 Electric system fuses 98 Elect...

Page 107: ... procedure 52 Safety First 8 Safety frame ROPS and safety canopy FOPS 14 Safety instructions 82 Seat Seat belt and seat adjustments 43 Seat adjustments 43 Seat heater 37 43 Service and maintenance 9 82 Services made 103 Signs and decals 22 Snow chains 29 Starting the loader 50 Steering of the loader 57 Stopping the loader Safe stopping procedure 52 58 Storage 72 Storage of electric loader 72 Stora...

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