Nilfisk-ALTO 586, 571 manual How To Operate the Machine cont

How To Operate the Machine (cont.)

To traverse the machine follow this procedure:

1.Sit on the driver seat. NOTE: The machine will not traverse if the operator is not properly seated.

2.Turn the key switch to the “ON” position.

3.Raise the brush to the highest position (if necessary).

4.Raise the squeegee (if necessary).

5.Gently press the foot pedal and the machine will begin to move.

6.To stop, release pressure on the foot pedal.

7.To travel in reverse, select reverse with the forward/reverse switch.

8.To stop, release pressure on the foot pedal.

9.When you stop the machine, turn the key switch “OFF” and remove the key.

Do These Procedures When You Begin Your Work Period

1.Make sure the key switch is in the “OFF” position.

2.Disconnect AC power from battery charger (follow charger instructions).

3.Make sure the filter screen (1) to the vacuum motor is clean and installed properly in the recovery tank (see figure 30).

4.Make sure the recovery tank lid is in place and has been tight- ened (see figure 31).

5.Close and secure the lower cleaning port cover (if so equipped) on the recovery tank.

6.Make sure that the plug in the recovery drain hose is in place and has been tightened (see figure 32).

7.Make sure that the brushes/pads are in position and installed correctly.

8.Make sure the brush housings are in position on the brush head.

9.Check the installation of the squeegee and squeegee hose.

Figure 30

Figure 31

Figure 32

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