General Information
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Service Manual – SC8000
Cautions and Warning Symbols
Nilfisk-Advance uses the symbols below to signal potentially dangerous conditions. Read this information
carefully and take the necessary steps to protect personnel and property.
Danger! Is used to warn of immediate hazards that will cause severe personal injury or death.
Warning! Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause severe personal injury.
Caution! Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause minor personal injury or
damage to the machine or other property.
Read all instructions before using.
General Safety Instructions
Warning! Be sure to follow these safety precautions to avoid situations that could cause
severe personal injury.
• This machine should only be used by properly-trained and authorized persons.
• While on ramps or inclines, avoid sudden stops when loaded. Avoid abrupt sharp turns. Use low
speed down hills. Clean only while ascending (driving up) the ramp.
•
Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from the battery. Explosive gases are vented
during normal operation.
•
Charging the battery produces highly-explosive hydrogen gas. Charge the battery only in well-
ventilated areas away from open flame. Do not smoke while charging the battery.
•
Remove all jewelry when working near electrical components.
• Turn the Key Switch off (O) and disconnect the battery before servicing electrical components.
•
Never work underneath a machine without safety blocks or stands to support the machine.
•
Do not dispense flammable cleaning agents, operate the machine on or near these agents, or
operate in areas where flammable liquids exist.
• To avoid hydraulic oil injection or injury, always wear appropriate clothing and eye protection
when working with or near any hydraulic system.
•
The maximum rated incline for sweeping and scrubbing is 10.5% (6°). The maximum rated
incline during transport is 16% (9°).
•
Only use the brushes provided with the machine or those specified in the instruction manual.
The use of other brushes may impair safety.
