Nilfisk-Advance America SR 1100 P/B, SR 5120 P/B, SR 1200 P/B Introduction / General Information

INTRODUCTION / GENERAL INFORMATION S31NUK5120(3)2001-04

This manual will help you get the most from your Nilfisk SR1100 - SR1200. Read it thoroughly before operating the machine. Specifications and details are subject to change without prior notice.

SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE

Repairs, when required, should be performed by Nilfisk-Advance service personnel using Nilfisk-Advance original replacement parts and accessories. Any “left,, or “right,, indication are always defined with reference to the machine forward movement direction.

When calling Nilfisk-Advance for repair parts or service, please specify the Model and the Serial Number when discussing your machine.

CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS

Our company constantly improves its products and reserves the right to make changes and improvements at its discretion without being obliged to apply such benefits to the machine that were previously sold.

NAME PLATE

The Model and the Serial Number of your machine are shown on the Name plate located on the steering column. This information is needed when ordering repair parts for the machines. Use the space below to note the Model and the Serial Number of your machine for future reference.

MODEL_________________________________________

SERIAL NUMBER_________________________________

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Carefully follow the rules described below to avoid injury to the operator and damage to the machine.

Carefully read the labels on the machine, do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become worn or damaged.

-The machine storage temperature range should be between 32˚F and 104˚F

-The machine working temperature is from +32°F to +104°F

-Humidity range should be between 30% and 95%.

-Do not use the machine in an explosive atmosphere environment

-Do not use the machine as a transport vehicle.

-Do not allow the brushes to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging the floor.

-In case of fire, use a powder extinguisher.

-Do not bump into shelves or scaffolding where there is a risk of falling objects.

-Adjust the operating speed to the floor conditions.

-Do not exceed the declared slope limit to avoid an unstable condition.

-When the machine is parked, remove the key and engage the parking brake.

-When machine-operating malfunction occur, make sure that they are not caused by a lack of routine maintenance. If not, request assistance from the service centre.

-If parts must be replaced, request ORIGINAL spare parts from a dealer or Authorised Retailer.

-Before any maintenance operations, disconnect the electric power supply from the batteries.

-Do not remove guards which require the use of tools to be disassembled.

-Do not wash the machine with pressurised water, or with corrosive substances.

-A service centre should inspect the machine every 200 hours of operation.

-The machine must be disposed of properly, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (battery acid, oil, etc.) which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centres.

-The machine will not generate damaging vibration.

SAFETY- ACCIDENT PREVENTION

No accident prevention program is effective without the complete co-operation of the person directly responsible for operating the machine. Most of the accidents that may occur in a company, on the job or during transfers are caused by not-observing fundamental safety rules. A careful and cautious user is the best guarantee against accidents and is more effective than any type of prevention program. While using the machine pay attention to your surroundings and people nearby, especially to children.

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