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56091219 - Advance SC5000
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
AFTER USE
1 When finished scrubbing, press the One-Touch Scrub Switch
(M)
. This will automatically raise, retract and stop all the machine systems (brush, squeegee,
vacuum, solution and detergent (EcoFlex models)). Then drive the machine to a service area for daily maintenance and review of other needed service up
keep.
2 To empty the solution tank, remove the Solution Drain Hose
(13)
from it’s storage clamp under the front bumper of the machine. Direct the hose to a
designated “DISPOSAL SITE” and remove the plug. Rinse the tank with clean water.
3 To empty the recovery tank, pull the Recovery Tank Drain Hose
(28)
from its storage area. Hold the end of the hose above the water level in the tank then
unscrew the cap. The Recovery Tank Drain Hose can be squeezed to regulate the flow and avoid sudden, uncontrolled flow of waste water. Rinse the
recovery tank with clean water. Inspect the recovery and vacuum hoses; replace if kinked or damaged.
4 Remove the brushes or pad holders. Rinse the brushes or pads in warm water and hang up to dry.
5 Remove the squeegee, rinse it with warm water and re-install on mount or hang it from the back of the recovery tank.
6 Remove the hopper on cylindrical systems and clean thoroughly. Remove from either side of the machine by tilting the hopper up and away from housing,
then pull out.
7 Check the maintenance schedule below and perform any required maintenance before storage.
8 Store the machine indoors in a clean dry place. Keep from freezing. Leave the tanks open to air them out.
9 Turn the machine off by pressing the Power Switch
(H)
and then remove the magnetic key.
10 Batteries are the most expensive replacement item on this machine. To protect your investment and to get as many cycles from the batteries as possible,
remember the following:
• Batteries will last longer if kept fully charged.
• Batteries equipped with this machine will not develop a memory.
• Batteries will last longer and will deliver more cycles if they are opportunity charged.
• Battery chargers will not over or undercharge the batteries.
• Batteries will prematurely fail if stored in a discharged state.
• Every day after use, the battery charger must be plugged in and the charger must be allowed to run through a full charging sequence to fully charge the
batteries.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
Charge Batteries
X
Check/Clean Tanks & Hoses
X
Check/Clean/Rotate the Brushes/Pads
X
Check/Clean the Squeegee
X
Empty/Clean Debris Catch Tray in Recovery Tank
X
Check/Clean the vacuum motor foam filter(s)
X
Clean Hopper on Cylindrical System
X
Clean the surface of the Magnetic SmartKey Reader
(22)
X
Check Each Battery Cell(s) Water Level (wet batteries)
X
Inspect Scrub Deck Blades
X
Inspect and clean Solution Filter
X
Clean Solution Trough on Cylindrical System
X
Purge Detergent System (EcoFlex only)
X
* Clean Solution Tank
X
Lubrication – see “Lubricating the Machine”
X
** Check Carbon Brushes
X
* Cleaning the solution tank is only needed if you use a mixture of water and cleaning detergent within the tank.
** Have Nilfisk check the carbon brushes for;
vacuum motor(s) after 1200 recovery hours (replace motor(s) after 2000 recovery hours), scrub motors (disc &
cylindrical) after 1200 scrub hours.
NOTE:
Refer to the Service Manual for more detail on maintenance and service repairs.
