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USER MANUAL SCRUBTEC R 3 NILFISK

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SCRUBTEC R361 - R366 - R371 - R371 C

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NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - SCRUBTEC R361 - R366 - R371 - R371 C - 2

The undersigned certify that the above mentioned model is produced in accordance with the following directives and standards.

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NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - SCRUBTEC R361 - R366 - R371 - R371 C - 4

EC Machinery Directive 98/37/EC

EN ISO 12100-1, EN ISO 12100-2, EN 294, EN 349

EC Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-72

EC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC

EN 61000, EN 50366

CONSERVATION DU MANUEL 2

DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE 2

DONNEES D'IDENTIFICATION 2

ACCESSIONS / OPTIONS 8

CHARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES 9

SCHEMA ELECTRIQUE 10

UTILISATION 11

CONTROLE / PREPARATION DES BATTERIES SUR UNE MACHINE NEUVE 11

INSTALLATION DES BATTERIES ET CONFIGURATION DU TYPE DE BATTERIES (WET OU GEL) 12

AVANT LA MISE EN MARCHE 13

MISE EN MARCHE ET ARRET DE LA MACHINE 15

MACHINE AU TRAVAIL (LAVAGE / SECHAGE) 15

VIDANGE DES RESERVOIRS 17

APRES L'UTILISATION DE LA MACHINE 17

MOUVEMENT PAR POUSSEE/REMORQUAGE DE LA MACHINE 17

INACTIVITE PROLONGEE DE LA MACHINE 17

PREMIERE PERIODE D'UTILISATION 17

ENTRETIEN 18

PLAN D'ENTRETIEN PROGRAMME 18

CONTROLE DES HEURES DE TRAVAIL DE LA MACHINE 18

NETTOYAGE DE L'EMBOUCHURE 19

CONTROLE ET REMPLACEMENT DES LAMELLES EN CAOUTCHOUC DE L'EMBOUCHURE 19

NETTOYAGE DES BROSSES OU DES BROSSES CYLINDRIQUES 20

NETTOYAGE DES RESERVOIRS ET DE LA GRILLE D'ASPIRATION AVEC FLOTTEUR 20

CONTROLE ET REMPLACEMENT DES VOLETS LATERAUX 21

NETTOYAGE DU FILTRE DE LA SOLUTION 22

CHARGEMENT DES BATTERIES 23

CONTROLE / REMPLACEMENT DES FUSIBLES 24

DEPOSE / REPOSE DE LA Tête PORTE-BROSSES / PLATEAUX SUPPORT DISQUE OU DE LA

TETEPORTE-BROSSESCYLINDRIQUES 24

FONCTIONS DE SECURITE 25

BOUTON-POUSSOIR D'URGENCE 25

REDUCTION DE LA VITESSE EN VIRAGE 25

MICROINTERRUPTEUR DU SIEGE DE CONDUITE 25

FREIN ELECTROMAGNETIQUE 25

DEPISTAGE DES PANNES 25

MISE A LA FERRAILLE 26

INTRODUCTION

NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - INTRODUCTION - 1

REMARQUE

CONSERVATION DU MANUEL

STRUCTURE DE LA MACHINE

ACCESSIONS / OPTIONS

MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS 2

TARGET 2

HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL 2

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 2

IDENTIFICATION DATA 2

OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS 2

SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE 2

CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS 2

ACCESSORIES/OPTIONS 8

TECHNICAL DATA 9

WIRING DIAGRAM. 10

USE 11

BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE 11

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND BATTERY TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL) 12

BEFORE MACHINE START-UP 13

MACHINE START AND STOP 15

MACHINE OPERATION (SCRUBBING/DRYING) 15

TANK EMPTYING 17

AFTER MACHINE USE 17

FIRST PERIOD OF USE 17

MAINTENANCE 18

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE 18

MACHINE WORKING HOUR CHECK 18

SQUEEGEE CLEANING 19

SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT 19

BRUSH/CYLINDRICAL BRUSH CLEANING 20

TANK AND VACUUM GRID WITH FLOAT CLEANING 20

SIDE SKIRT CHECK AND REPLACEMENT 21

SOLUTION FILTER CLEANING 22

BATTERY CHARGING 23

FUSE CHECK/REPLACEMENT 24

BRUSH/PAD-HOLDER DECK OR CYLINDRICAL BRUSH DECK DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY 24

SAFETY FUNCTIONS 25

EMERGENCY PUSH-BUTION 25

SPEED REDUCTION 25

DRIVER'S SEAT MICROSWITCH 25

ELECTROMAGNETIC BRAKE 25

TROUBLESHOOTING 25

SCRAPPING 26

INTRODUCTION

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NOTE

The numbers in brackets refer to the components shown in Machine Description chapter.

MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS

The purpose of this Manual is to provide the operator with all necessary information to use the machine properly, in a safe and autonomous way. It contains information about technical data, safety, operation, storage, maintenance, spare parts and disposal. Before performing any procedure on the machine, the operators and qualified technicians must read this Manual carefully. Contact Alto in case of doubts concerning the interpretation of the instructions and for any further information.

TARGET

This Manual is intended for operators and technicians qualified to perform the machine maintenance.

The operators must not perform procedures reserved for qualified technicians. Alto will not be answerable for damages coming from the non-observation of this prohibition.

HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL

The User Manual must be kept near the machine, inside an adequate case, away from liquids and other substances that can cause damage to it.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The declaration of conformity, supplied with the machine, certifies the machine conformity with the law in force.

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NOTE

Two copies of the original declaration of conformity are provided together with the machine documentation.

IDENTIFICATION DATA

The machine serial number and model are shown on the plate (30) on the steering column.

The machine model year is written in the declaration of conformity and it is also indicated by the first two figures of the machine serial number.

This information is useful when requiring machine spare parts. Use the following table to write down the machine identification data.

MACHINE model

MACHINE serial number

OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS

Electronic Battery Charger Manual (to be considered as integral part of this Manual)
Moreover, the following Manuals are available:
Service Manual (that can be consulted at Alto Service Centers)
- Spare Parts List (supplied with the machine)

SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE

All necessary operating, maintenance and repair procedures must be performed by qualified personnel or by Alto Service Centers. Only original spare parts and accessories must be used.

Contact Alto for service or to order spare parts and accessories, specifying the machine model and serial number.

CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS

Alto 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 machines that were previously sold.

Any change and/or addition of accessories must be approved and performed by Alto.

This scrubber-dryer is used to clean (scrubbing and drying) smooth and solid floors, in civil or industrial environment, under safe operation conditions by a qualified operator.

The scrubber-dryer cannot be used for fitted carpet and carpet cleaning.

CONVENTIONS

Forward, backward, front, rear, left or right are intended with reference to the operator's position, that is to say on the driver's seat (25).

UNPACKING/DELIVERY

To unpack the machine, carefully follow the instructions on the packing.

Upon delivery carefully check that the machine and its packing have not been damaged during transportation. In case of visible damages, keep the packing and have it checked by the carrier that delivered it. Call the carrier immediately to fill in a damage claim. Check that the machine is equipped with the following features:

Technical documents:

  • Scrubber-dryer User Manual
  • Battery Charger Manual
  • Scrubber-dryer Spare Parts List

No. 2 lamellar fuses

No. 5 shims for 6V battery housing
One 2 mm-key for socket screws

SAFETY

The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous situations. Always read this information carefully and take all necessary precautions to safeguard people and property.

The operator's cooperation is essential in order to prevent injury. No accident prevention program is effective without the total cooperation of the person responsible for the machine operation. Most of the accidents that may occur in a factory, while working or moving around, are caused by failure to comply with the simplest rules for exercising prudence. A careful and prudent operator is the best guarantee against accidents and is essential for successful completion of any prevention program.

SYMBOLS

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DANGER!

It indicates a dangerous situation with risk of death for the operator.

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WARNING!

It indicates a potential risk of injury for people or damage to objects.

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CAUTION!

It indicates a caution related to important or useful functions.

Pay careful attention to the paragraphs marked by this symbol.

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NOTE

It indicates the necessity to refer to the User Manual before performing any procedure.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Specific warnings and cautions to inform about potential damages to people and machine are shown below.

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DANGER!

NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - DANGER! - 1

  • Disconnect the batteries before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.
    This machine must be used by properly trained and authorised personnel only. Children or disabled people cannot use this machine.
  • Keep the battery away from sparks, flames and incandescent material. During the normal operation explosive gases are released.
  • Do not wear jewels when working near electrical components.
  • Do not work under the lifted machine without supporting it with safety stands.
  • Do not operate the machine near toxic, dangerous, flammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or vapours.
    Battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. Keep the tank assembly open during battery charging and perform this procedure in well-ventilated areas and away from naked flames.

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WARNING!

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  • Carefully read all the instructions before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.

Before using the battery charger, ensure that frequency and voltage values, indicated on the machine serial number plate, match the electrical mains voltage.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do not leave the machine unattended when it is plugged in. Disconnect the machine from the electrical mains when not in use and before performing maintenance procedures.

  • To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain. Store the machine indoors.

  • Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

Use only as shown in this Manual. Use only Alto's recommended accessories.

  • Do not use the machine if the battery charger cable or plug is damaged. If the machine is not working as it should, has been damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to the Service Center.

  • Do not pull or carry the machine by the battery charger cable and never use the battery charger cable as a handle. Do not close a door on the battery charger cable, or pull the battery charger cable around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the machine on the battery charger cable. Keep the battery charger cable away from heated surfaces.

Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the machine moving parts.

  • Do not smoke while charging the batteries.

  • Do not leave the machine unattended without being sure that it cannot move independently.

  • Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding the specifications.

  • Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurised water jets, or with corrosive substances.

  • Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.

While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to other people, especially children.

  • Do not put any can containing fluids on the machine.

The machine storage temperature must be between 0^ and +40^ .

The machine working temperature must be between 0^ and +40^ .

The humidity must be between 30% and 95% .

Always protect the machine against the sun, rain and bad weather, both under operation and inactivity condition.

Do not use the machine as a means of transport.

  • Do not use the machine on slopes with an inclination higher than 16% .

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

In case of fire, use a powder fire extinguisher, not a water one.

  • Do not bump into shelves or foldings, especially where there is a risk of falling objects.

  • Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions scrupulously.

  • To move the machine by hand the electromagnetic brake must be unlocked. When the operation is over, the electromagnetic brake must be activated again. Do not use the machine when the electromagnetic brake is deactivated.

  • Do not remove or modify the plates affixed to the machine.

In case of machine malfunctions, ensure that these are not due to lack of maintenance. If necessary, request assistance from the authorised personnel or from an authorised Service Center.

If parts must be replaced, require ORIGINAL spare parts from an Authorised Dealer or Retailer.

  • To ensure machine proper and safe operation, the scheduled maintenance shown in the relevant chapter of this Manual, must be performed by the authorised personnel or by an authorised Service Centre.

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

  • Do not allow any object to enter into the openings. Do not use the machine if the openings are clogged. Always keep the openings free from dust, hairs and any other foreign material which could reduce the air flow.

This machine cannot be used on roads or public streets.

  • Pay attention during machine transportation when temperature is below freezing point. The water in the recovery tank or in the hoses could freeze and seriously damage the machine.

  • Use brushes and pads supplied with the machine and those specified in the User Manual. Using other brushes or pads could reduce safety.

  • When WET batteries are installed on the machine, do not tilt the machine for more than 30^ from the horizontal plane to prevent the highly corrosive acid from leaking out of the batteries. If the machine must be tilted to perform any maintenance procedure, remove the batteries.

MACHINE DESCRIPTION

MACHINE STRUCTURE

  1. Steering wheel tilting control lever
  2. Steering wheel
  3. Forward/reverse gear pedal
  4. Brush/pad-holder deck
  5. Cylindrical brush deck
  6. Side skirts
  7. Battery charger cable housing
  8. Battery charger cable
  9. Solution filter
  10. Recovery water drain hose
  11. Squeegee vacuum hose
  12. Squeezee
  13. Bumper wheel
  14. Squeegee support wheels
  15. Squeegee mounting handwheels
  16. Squeegee balance adjusting handwheel
  17. Front squeezegee blade
  18. Rear squeezegee blade
  19. Squeegee rear blade fastening hook

  20. Solution tank

  21. Recovery water tank
  22. Recovery water tank cover
  23. Flashing light (optional)
  24. Solution drain tap
  25. Seat
  26. Battery charger
  27. Electromagnetic brake
  28. Front steering, driving and braking wheel
  29. Electromagnetic brake unlocking screws
  30. Serial number plate/technical data/conformity certification

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CONTROL PANEL

  1. Control panel
  2. Emergency push-button
  3. Horn
  4. Brush/pad-holder deck and squeegee lifting/lowering switch
  5. Extra pressure switch (when the cylindrical brush deck is installed, the extra pressure function is not enabled)
  6. Squeegee lifting/lowering and vacuum system on/off switch
  7. Battery charge indicator
    37a. Charged battery warning light (green)
    37b. Semi-discharged battery warning light (yellow)
    37c. Discharged battery warning light (red)
  8. Hour counter and solution level display:

  9. When the machine is started, it displays for a few seconds the number of working hours which have been performed.
    While using the machine, it displays the solution level in the tank (measured in percentage terms, compared with the full tank).

  10. When the level is below 20% , the display starts blinking.
  11. The display could indicate "000%" even if the tank is not completely empty, thus allowing to complete the cleaning cycle; in any case, it is recommended to check the actual detergent flow supplied to the brushes.

  12. Forward/reverse gear selection switch

  13. Solution flow control switches
    40a. Flow increase switch
    40b. Flow decrease switch
  14. Ignition key

NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - CONTROL PANEL - 1

S311212A

VIEW UNDER THE TANK COVERS

  1. Recovery water tank cover
  2. Recovery water tank cover gasket
  3. Recovery water vacuum duct
  4. Vacuum grid with automatic shut-off float
  5. Float
  6. Grid fasteners
  7. Solution inlet opening
  8. Solution tank cover / driver's seat

  9. Cover support rod

  10. Recovery water tank
  11. Solution tank

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VIEW UNDER TANK ASSEMBLY

  1. Tank assembly
  2. Batteries
  3. Battery case
  4. Battery connector

  5. Battery caps

  6. Battery connection diagrams

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BRUSH/PAD-HOLDER DECK (R 361 / R 366 / R 371) AND CYLINDRICAL BRUSH DECK (R 371 C) VIEW

  1. Brush/pad-holder deck
  2. Brush/pad-holder motors
  3. Brush/pad-holder deck or cylindrical brush deck connector
  4. Solution hose
  5. Deck mounting knob
  6. Deck cotter pins
  7. Deck support
  8. Brush
  9. Pad-holder
  10. Pad
  11. Cylindrical brush deck connector
  12. Connector protection cover
  13. Cylindrical brush deck
  14. Cylindrical brush motors
  15. Brush/pad-holder deck side skirt
  16. Cylindrical brush deck side skirt

  17. Skirt upper mounting knob

  18. Skirt lower mounting knob
  19. Cylindrical brush
  20. Cylindrical brush lids
  21. Lid mounting knobs
  22. Cylindrical brush debris container
  23. Debris container handle

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ACCESSIONS/OPTIONS

In addition to the standard components, the machine can be equipped with the following accessories/options, according to the machine specific use:

GEL batteries
Brushes of different materials
Oil-proof squeezegee blades
- Flashing light

For further information concerning the optional accessories, contact an authorised Service Centre or Retailer.

TECHNICAL DATA
General technical data

DescriptionSCRUBTEC R 361SCRUBTEC R 366SCRUBTEC R 371 / R 371 C
Cleaning width610 mm660 mm710 mm
Squeezeeep width830 mm860 mm
Solution tank capacity75 litres
Min/max solution flow1.1/3.4 litres/min.
Rear wheel diameter300 mm
Wheel specific pressure on the floorfront 0.8 N/mm² - rear 1.0 N/mm²
Front steering, driving and braking wheel diameter250 mm
Vacuum system motor power500 W
Drive system motor power600 W
Drive speed (variable)0 to 6 km/h
Gradeability16%
Sound pressure level at workstation (ISO 11201, ISO 4871) (LpA)60.8 dB(A) ± 3 dB(A)
Machine sound pressure level (ISO 3744, ISO 4871) (LwA)82.4 dB(A)
Vibration level at the operator's arms (*)0.23 – 7.5 m/s²
Vibration level at the operator's body (*)< 1.2 m/s²
Battery compartment size24 V battery box: 600 x 390 x 300 mm
No. 4 6 V batteries, with case: 600 x 360 x 370 mm
Vacuum system capacity1,800 mmH₂O
Machine height1,250 mm
Machine maximum length1,450 mm
Machine width without squeezegee658 mm681.5 mm758 mm

Technical data for machines with brush/pad-holder deck

DescriptionSCRUBTEC R 361SCRUBTEC R 366SCRUBTEC R 371
Brush/pad diameter305 mm330 mm355 mm
Weight without batteries and with empty tanks197 kg
Maximum weight with batteries and full tanks478 kg
Brush/pad motor power2 x 400 W
Brush/pad-holder speed190 rpm
Brush/pad-holder pressure with extra-pressure function turned off30 kg
Brush/pad-holder pressure with extra-pressure function turned on50 kg

Technical data for machines with cylindrical brush deck

DescriptionSCRUBTEC R 371 C
Cylindrical brush size (diameter x length)145 x 690 (710) mm
Weight without batteries and with empty tanks205 kg
Maximum weight with batteries and full tanks486 kg
Cylindrical brush motor power2 x 600 W
Cylindrical brush speed748 rpm
Cylindrical brush pressure33.4 kg

(*) Under normal working conditions, on a level asphalt surface.

Key

WIRING DIAGRAM

BAT24 V batteries
BEFlashing light
BRKElectromagnetic brake
BZ1Reverse gear warning buzzer/horn
C1Battery connector
C2Battery charger auxiliary connector
C3Battery charger external fan auxiliary connector
CHBattery charger
CSBrush deck connector
CSCCylindrical brush deck sub-connector
EB1Function electronic board
EB2Drive system electronic board
EB3Electronic board under the control panel
EB3/2Electronic board under control panel (optional)
EV1Solenoid valve
F1Function electronic board fuse
F2Drive system electronic board fuse
F3Low power circuit fuse
F4Pump fuse (optional)
K1Ignition switch
LD1Drive system electronic board diagnostic LED
M1Left brush motor
M2Right brush motor
M3Vacuum system motor
M4Brush deck actuator
M5Drive system motor
M6Squeegee actuator
M7Washing water pump (optional)
M8Detergent pump (optional)
M9Cooling fan
PR1Washing water level sensor
RV1Working speed potentiometer (if equipped)
RV2Speed potentiometer (pedal)
SW0Emergency push-button
SW1Actuator position 0 microswitch
SW2Actuator position 1 microswitch
SW3Actuator position 2 microswitch
SW4Steering sensor
SW5Driver's seat microswitch
SW6Reverse gear switch

Colour codes

BKBlack
BUBlue
BNBrown
GNGreen
GYGrey
OGOrange
PKPink
RDRed
VTViolet
WHWhite
YEYellow

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USE

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WARNING!

On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:

DANGER
WARNING
- CAUTION
CONSULTATION

While reading this Manual, the operator must pay careful attention to the symbols shown on the plates.

Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if damaged.

BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE

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WARNING!

The electric components of the machine can be seriously damaged if the batteries are either improperly installed or connected. The batteries must be installed by qualified personnel only. Set the function electronic board and the integrated battery charger according to the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL) as shown below.

Check the batteries for damage before installation.

Disconnect the battery connector and the battery charger plug.

Handle the batteries with great care.

Install the battery terminal protection caps supplied with the machine.

The machine requires one of the followings:

One 24 V battery box, 240 Ah/C5 (WET)
One 24 V battery box, 240 Ah/C5 (GEL) (optional)
No. 4 6 V batteries, 180 Ah C5 (WET)
No. 46 V batteries, 180 Ah C5 (GEL)

The machine can be supplied in one of the following modes:

Batteries (WET or GEL) already installed and ready to be used

  1. Open the covers (51 and 58) and check that the tanks (60 and 61) are empty, otherwise empty them through the drain hose (10) and the tap (24).
  2. Close the covers (51 and 58).
  3. Carefully lift the tank assembly (71).
  4. Check that the batteries are connected to the machine with the connector (74).
  5. Carefully lower the tank assembly (71).
  6. Insert the ignition key (41) and turn it to "I". If the green warning light (37a) turns on, the batteries are ready to be used. If the yellow or red warning light (37b or 37c) turns on, the batteries must be charged (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).

Batteries (WET) installed on the machine, but without electrolyte

  1. Open the covers (51 and 58) and check that the tanks (60 and 61) are empty, otherwise empty them through the drain hose (10) and the tap (24).
  2. Close the covers (51 and 58).
  3. Carefully lift the tank assembly (71).
  4. Remove the caps (75) of the batteries (72).

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WARNING!

Pay attention when using sulphuric acid, as it is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and consult a physician.

Batteries have to be filled in a well-ventilated area.

Wear protective gloves.

  1. Fill up the battery cells with sulphuric acid for batteries (density 1.27 to 1.29kg at 25^ ) as shown in the Battery Manual.
    The correct quantity of sulphuric acid is shown in the Battery Manual.
  2. To avoid damaging the floor, dry with a cloth both acid and water on the top of the batteries after charging.
  3. Let the batteries rest and fill in with sulphuric acid as shown in the Battery Manual.
  4. Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).

Without batteries

  1. Buy appropriate batteries (see Technical Data paragraph).
    For battery choice and installation, apply to qualified battery Retailers.
  2. Set the electronic board of the machine and of the battery charger according to the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL).
  3. Install the batteries.
  4. Charge the batteries.

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND BATTERY TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL)

Set the electronic board of the machine and of the battery charger according to the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL), as shown below:

Machine setting

  1. Turn the ignition key (41) to "I" and pay attention to the following in the very first seconds of machine operation:

If the green warning light (37a) is flashing, the machine is set to GEL.
If the red warning light (37c) is flashing, the machine is set to WET.

  1. To change the settings, proceed as follows.

  2. Turn off the machine by turning the ignition key (41) to "0".

  3. Press and hold the switch (36), then turn on the machine by turning the ignition key (41) to "I".
  4. Release the switch (36) at least 5 seconds after starting the machine.
  5. Within three seconds, press the switch (36) again for a few seconds and check that the warning light for the required setting is flashing.

Battery charger setting

  1. Remove the screws (A, Fig. 1) and the panel (B).
  2. Turn the selector (C) to WET or GEL according to the type of batteries installed.
  3. Install the panel (B) and tighten the screws (A).

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Figure 1

S311218A

Battery installation

  1. Open the covers (51 and 58) and check that the tanks (60 and 61) are empty, otherwise empty them through the drain hose (10) and the tap (24).
  2. Close the covers (51 and 58).
  3. Carefully lift the tank assembly (71).
  4. Install the batteries and connect them according to the diagram (76).

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WARNING!

If a battery box is installed, place it on the left side of the machine, to allow the tank assembly (71) to be closed correctly.

Battery charging

  1. Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).

BEFORE MACHINE START-UP

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WARNING!

When starting the machine, check that between the deck (4 or 5) and the machine, or between the squeegee (12) and the machine, there is no foreign material which may prevent the deck or squeegee from lifting. This check is necessary because, if the machine has been turned off without lifting the deck and the squeegee, the deck and the squeegee will lift automatically at next machine start-up.

Deck installation/removal

The machine can be equipped with either the brush/pad-holder deck (4) or the cylindrical brush deck (5).

For deck installation/removal see the procedure in Maintenance chapter.

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NOTE

When the deck is installed/removed, it may be necessary to change the squeegee too, because they must have the same width. For correct matching of deck and squeegee, see the Technical Data paragraph.

Brush/pad-holder installation/removal (only for SCRUBTEC R 361 / R 366 / R 371)

  1. According to the kind of cleaning to be performed, the machine can be equipped either with brushes (88) or pad-holders (89) with pads (90) together with the appropriate deck.
  2. For the installation/removal, proceed as follows.

Insert the ignition key (41) and turn it to "I".

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WARNING!

Before turning on the switch (34), always check that between the deck (4) and the machine there is no foreign material which may prevent the deck from lifting.

  1. Lift the deck by pressing the switch (34).
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0" and remove it.
  3. Install the brushes/pad-holders (88 or 89) and lift them completely, then turn them clockwise (see the arrows 88 and 89) until the end of stroke.
  4. To remove the brushes/pad-holders, perform steps 2 to 5 in the reverse order.

Types of brushes available

305 mm-models330 mm-models370 mm-models
PROLENEPROLENEPROLENE
MIDLITE GRIT 180MIDLITE GRIT 180MIDLITE GRIT 180
MIDGRIT 240MIDGRIT 240MIDGRIT 240
PROLITEPROLITEPROLITE
UNION MIXUNION MIXUNION MIX

Brush/pad application guide

ModelsMIDLITE GRIT 180MIDGRIT 240PROLENEPROLITEUNION MIX
General cleaning:
Concrete
Terrazzo floor
Ceramic tiles/quarrystones
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Rubber tiles
Polishing:
Rubber tiles
Marble
Vinyl tiles

Cylindrical brush installation/removal (only for SCRUBTEC R 371 C)

  1. Insert the ignition key (41) and turn it to "I".

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WARNING!

Before turning on the switch (34), always check that between the deck (5) and the machine there is no foreign material which may prevent the deck from lifting.

  1. Lift the deck by pressing the switch (34).
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0" and remove it.
  3. On both sides of the machine, unscrew the knobs (97) and remove the side skirt assembly (96).
  4. Unscrew the knobs (101) and remove the lids (100) by pushing the knobs downwards.
  5. Install the cylindrical brushes (99).

The cylindrical brushes can be installed on either sides.

  1. Install the lids (100) and fasten them with the knobs (101).
  2. To remove the cylindrical brushes, perform steps 7 to 13 in the reverse order.

Types of cylindrical brushes available

145 x 690 mm-model
PROLENE
MAGNA GRIT 46
DYNA GRIT 80
MIDLITE GRIT 180
PROLITE
UNION MIX

Cylindrical brush application guide

ModelsMAGNA GRIT 46DYNA GRIT 80MIDLITE GRIT 180PROLENEPROLITEUNION MIX
General cleaning:
Concrete
Terrazzo floor
Ceramic tiles/quarrystones
Marble
Vinyl tiles
Rubber tiles

Squeegee installation

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NOTE

The squeegee and the deck must have the same width. For correct matching of deck and squeegee, see the Technical Data paragraph.

  1. Install the squeegee (12) and fasten it with the handwheels (15), then connect the vacuum hose (11) to the squeegee.
  2. Adjust the squeegee with the handwheel (16) so that the rear blade (18) touches the floor along all its length and the front blade (17) is slightly lifted from the floor.

Solution tank filling

  1. Open the cover (58).
  2. Fill the solution tank (61) with a solution suitable for the work to be performed.

Do not fill the solution tank completely, leave a few centimetres from the edge.

Always follow the dilution instructions on the label of the chemical product used to prepare the solution.

The solution temperature must not exceed 40^ .

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WARNING!

Use only low-foam and non-flammable detergents, intended for automatic scrubber applications.

Driver's position adjustment

  1. Using the lever (1), adjust the inclination of the steering wheel (2) to reach a comfortable position.

MACHINE START AND STOP

Starting the machine

  1. Prepare the machine as shown in the previous paragraph.
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "l" and press the forward/reverse gear pedal (3). Check that the green warning light (37a) turns on. If the yellow or red warning light (37b or 37c) turns on, turn the ignition key back to "0" and charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
  3. Drive the machine to the working place, by starting it with the hands on the steering wheel and by pressing the pedal (3). The drive speed can be adjusted from zero to maximum speed according to the pressure on the pedal (3).
  4. The forward/reverse gear is selected with the switch (39) on the right side of the dashboard.

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NOTE

The driver's seat (25) is equipped with a safety sensor which allows the machine to be moved with the pedal (3) only when the operator is on the driver's seat.

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NOTE

The machine is equipped with an anti-tilting safety system that reduces the speed when turning, irrespectively of the pressure on the pedal.

The reduction of speed when turning is not a malfunction but a characteristic that improves the machine stability in every condition.

  1. Lower the brush/pad-holder deck and the squeegee by pressing the pedal (34).
  2. Press the solution flow control switches (40) as necessary, depending on the type of cleaning to be performed.
  3. Start scrubbing, by starting it with the hands on the steering wheel (2) and by pressing the pedal (3) as necessary.

Stopping the machine

  1. Release the pedal (3).
  2. It is not necessary to lock the machine during stopping or parking, because the electromagnetic brake (27) turns on automatically when the gear pedal is not pressed.
  3. Lift the brush/pad-holder deck and the squeegee by pressing the pedal (34).

MACHINE OPERATION (SCRUBBING/DRYING)

  1. Start the machine as shown in the previous paragraph.
  2. If necessary, vary the solution quantity by pressing the switches (40).

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NOTE

For correct scrubbing/drying of floors at the sides of the walls, Alto suggests to go near the walls with the right side of the machine as shown in figure 2.

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Figure 2

P100160

Squeezegee adjustment

  1. If necessary, stop the machine and turn the squeegee adjusting handwheel (16) so that the rear blade touches the floor along all its length.

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CAUTION!

To avoid any damage to the floor surface, turn off the brushes/pad-holders when the machine stops in one place, especially when the extra pressure function is on.

Working with brush/pad-holder extra pressure function turned on

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NOTE

When the cylindrical brush deck is installed, the extra pressure function is not enabled.

  1. If the floor proves to be particularly difficult to clean, it is possible to turn on the brush/pad-holder extra pressure function by pressing the switch (35).
  2. To return to normal pressure, press the switch (35) again. The switch (35) is enabled only when the deck (4) is lowered and the switch warning light (34) is on.

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CAUTION!

In case of brush/pad-holder motor overload, due to foreign bodies which prevent them from rotating, or to excessively aggressive floors/brushes, the safety system stops the brushes/pad-holders after about one minute of continuous overload. The overload is shown by the three warning lights (37a, 37b, 37c) flashing simultaneously. If the overload takes place when the extra pressure function is on, the system automatically reduces the pressure on the brushes/pad-holders, thus turning the extra pressure function off. If the overload persists, the brushes/pad-holders stop. To start scrubbing again after a brush/pad-holder stop due to overload, stop the machine by turning the ignition key (41) to "0". Then turn on the machine again by turning the ignition key (80) to "l".

Battery discharge during operation

  1. Until the green warning light (37a) stays on, the batteries allow the machine to work normally.

When the green warning light (37a) turns off and the yellow and red warning lights (37b and 37c) turn on in sequence, the batteries must be charged.

  • When the yellow warning light (37b) turns on, the machine residual autonomy will last for a few minutes (depending on battery type).
  • When the red warning light (37c) turns on, the autonomy is over: after a few seconds the brushes/pad-holders are automatically stopped and the deck is automatically lifted. The vacuum system and the drive system stay on, to finish drying the floor and drive the machine to the appointed recharging area.

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CAUTION!

Do not use the machine with discharged batteries, to avoid damaging the batteries and reducing the battery life.

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NOTE

In case the machine drive system cannot be used in order to move the machine, see Pushing/Towing The Machine paragraph.

TANK EMPTYING

An automatic float shut-off system (54) turns off the vacuum system when the recovery water tank (60) is full.

The vacuum system deactivation is signalled by a sudden increase in the vacuum system motor noise frequency, and the floor is not dried.

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CAUTION!

If the vacuum system turns off accidentally (for example, when the float is activated because of a sudden machine movement), to resume the operation: turn off the vacuum system by pressing the switch (36), then open the cover (22) and check that the float inside the grid (55) has gone down to the water level. Then close the cover (22) and turn on the vacuum system by pressing the switch (36).

When the recovery water tank (60) is full, empty it according to the following procedure.

Recovery water tank emptying

  1. Stop the machine by releasing the pedal (3).
  2. Lift the brush/pad-holder deck and the squeegee by pressing the pedal (34).
  3. Drive the machine to the appointed disposal area.
  4. Empty the recovery water tank with the hose (10). Then, rinse the tank with clean water.

Solution tank emptying

  1. Perform steps 1 to 3.
  2. Empty the solution tank with the tap (24). Then, rinse the tank with clean water.

AFTER MACHINE USE

After working, before leaving the machine:

  1. Remove the brushes/pad-holders as shown in the relevant paragraph.
  2. Empty the tanks (60 and 61) according to the procedure shown in the previous paragraph.
  3. Perform the daily maintenance procedures (see the Maintenance chapter).
  4. Store the machine in a clean and dry place, with the brushes/pad-holders and the squeegee lifted or removed.

To push/tow the machine easily when the drive system cannot be used, unlock the electromagnetic brake (27) by tightening the screws (29) completely (turn them clockwise) with the supplied key.

When pushing/towing procedure is over, loosen the screws (29) for 3 turns approximately, to lock the electromagnetic brake (27).

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WARNING!

If the screws (29) are not loosened as shown, the electromagnetic brake is deactivated.

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WARNING!

Do not start the machine when the electromagnetic brake unlocking screws (29) are tightened (electromagnetic brake deactivated).

It is safer to tighten the screws (29) only for the time necessary to move the machine by hand.

MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY

  1. If the machine is not going to be used for more than 30 days, proceed as follows:
  2. Perform the procedures shown in After Machine Use paragraph.
  3. Before disconnecting the battery red connector (74) perform the following procedures:

  4. Open the covers (51 and 58) and check that the tanks (60 and 61) are empty, otherwise empty them through the drain hose (10) and the tap (24).

  5. Close the covers (51 and 58).
  6. Carefully lift the tank assembly (71).

FIRST PERIOD OF USE

After the first 8 hours, check the machine fastening and connecting parts for proper tightening. Check the visible parts for integrity and leakage.

MAINTENANCE

The lifespan of the machine and its maximum operating safety are ensured by correct and regular maintenance.

The following chart provides the scheduled maintenance. The intervals shown may vary according to particular working conditions, which are to be defined by the person in charge of the maintenance.

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WARNING!

The procedures must be performed with the machine off and the battery disconnected. Moreover, carefully read the instructions in the Safety chapter.

All scheduled or extraordinary maintenance procedures must be performed by qualified personnel, or by an authorised Service Centre.

This Manual describes only the easiest and most common maintenance procedures.

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NOTE

For other maintenance procedures shown in the Scheduled Maintenance Table, refer to the Service Manual that can be consulted at any Service Center.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE

ProcedureDaily, after using the machineWeeklyEvery six monthsYearly
Squeegee cleaning
Brush cleaning
Tank and vacuum grid with float cleaning
Battery charging
Squeegee blade check and replacement
Side skirt check
Solution filter cleaning
Battery (WET) fluid level check
Screw and nut tightening check(1)
Check and adjustment of driving belts between motors and cylindrical brushes(2)
Squeegee cable sliding shoe lubrication(2)
Electromagnetic brake efficiency check(2)
Brush/pad-holder motor carbon brush check or replacement(2)
Vacuum system motor carbon brush check or replacement(2)
Drive system motor carbon brush check or replacement(2)

(1) And after the first 8 working hours.
(2) This maintenance procedure must be performed by Alto authorised Service Center.

MACHINE WORKING HOUR CHECK

  1. Insert the ignition key (41) and turn it to "I".
  2. In the first 5 seconds of machine operation, the display (38) shows the total number of working hours (scrubbing/drying) performed by the machine.

Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".

SQUEEGEE CLEANING

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NOTE

The squeegee must be clean and its blades must be in good conditions in order to get a good drying.

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CAUTION!

It is advisable to wear protective gloves when cleaning the squeegee because there may be sharp debris.

  1. Drive the machine on a level floor.
  2. Insert the ignition key (41) and turn it to "I".
  3. Lower the squeegee (12) with the switch (36).
  4. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".
  5. Disconnect the vacuum hose (11) from the squeegee.
  6. Loosen the handwheels (15) and remove the squeegee (12).
  7. Wash and clean the squeegee. In particular, clean the compartments (A, Fig. 3) and the vacuum hole (B). Check the front blade (C) and rear blade (D) for integrity, cuts and tears; if necessary replace them as shown below.
  8. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT

  1. Clean the squeegee as shown in the previous paragraph.
  2. Check that the edges (E and N, Fig. 3) of the front blade (17) and of the rear blade (18) lay down on the same level, along their length; otherwise adjust their height according to the following procedure:

  3. Disengage the fastener (F) and loosen the wing nuts (G) to adjust the rear blade (D); then tighten the wing nuts and engage the fastener.

  4. Loosen the wing nuts (H) and adjust the front blade (C); then tighten the wing nuts.

  5. Check the front blade (C) and rear blade (D) for integrity, cuts and tears; if necessary replace them as shown below. Check the front corner (I) of the rear blade for wear; if necessary, overturn the blade to replace the worn corner with an integral one. If the other corners are worn too, replace the blade according to the following procedure:

  6. Disengage the fastener (F), remove the wing nuts (G) and the retaining strip (L), then replace (or overturn) the rear blade (D). Install the blade in the reverse order of removal.

  7. Remove the wing nuts (H) and the retaining strip (M) then replace the front blade (C). Install the blade in the reverse order of removal.

After the blade replacement (or overturning), adjust the height as shown in the previous step.

  1. Install the squeegee (12) and screw down the handwheels (15).
  2. Connect the vacuum hose (11) to the squeegee (12).
  3. If necessary, adjust the squeegee balance adjusting handwheel (16).

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Figure 3

S311216A

BRUSH/CYLINDRICAL BRUSH CLEANING

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CAUTION!

It is advisable to wear protective gloves when cleaning the brushes because there may be sharp debris.

  1. Remove the brushes from the machine, as shown in Use chapter.
  2. Clean and wash the brushes with water and detergent.
  3. Check the brush bristles for integrity and wear; if necessary, replace the brushes.

TANK AND VACUUM GRID WITH FLOAT CLEANING

  1. Drive the machine to the appointed disposal area.
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".
  3. Open the covers (51 and 58).
  4. Wash with clean water the covers (51 and 58), the tanks (60 and 61) and the vacuum grid with automatic shut-off float (54). Drain the water from the tanks with the hose (10) and the tap (24).
  5. If necessary, release the fasteners (A, Fig. 4), open the grid (B) and recover the float (C), clean all the components and then reinstall them.
  6. Check the tank cover gasket (D) for integrity.

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NOTE

The gasket (D) creates vacuum in the tank that is necessary for vacuuming the recovery water.

If necessary replace the gasket (D) by removing it from its housing (E). When assembling the new gasket, install the joint (F) in the rear central area, as shown in the figure.

  1. Check the bearing surface (D) of the gasket (G) for integrity and sealing capabilities.
  2. Close the covers (51 and 58).

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Figure 4

S311217A

SIDE SKIRT CHECK AND REPLACEMENT

Check

  1. Drive the machine on a level floor.
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".
  3. On both sides of the machine, unscrew the knobs (B, Fig. 5) and remove the side skirt assembly (C).
  4. Wash and clean the side skirts.
  5. Check that the side skirt lower edge (D):

  6. lays down on the same level, along all its length;
    is integral and free from cuts and lacerations;
    has the inner corner (E) that is not worn;

Otherwise overturn or replace the skirts according to the following procedure.

Overturning or replacement

  1. Remove the wing nuts (F) and the retaining strip (G).
  2. Remove the skirt blade (H) and, if possible, overturn the blade to replace the lower inner corner (E) with an integral one. If the other three corners are worn too, replace the blade.

Assembly and height adjustment

  1. Assemble the blades (H) and skirt assembly (C) in the reverse order of disassembly.
  2. Start the machine and lower the deck (D), then check that the side skirt blades (H):

slightly touch the floor;
the side blades (H) collect the solution, otherwise stop the machine and adjust the flap height with the knobs (B) and (I).

  1. After adjusting, tighten the knobs.

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Figure 5

S311214A

SOLUTION FILTER CLEANING

  1. Drive the machine on a level floor.
  2. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".
  3. Close the solution tap (E, Fig. 6) under the machine, behind the right rear wheel. The tap (E) is closed when it is in the position (F) and it is open when it is in the position (G).
  4. Remove the transparent cover (A), then remove the filter strainer (E) under the machine, in front of the right rear wheel. Clean and install them on the support (C).

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NOTE

The filter strainer (B) must be correctly positioned on the housing (D) of the support (C).

  1. Open the tap (E).

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Figure 6

S311214A

BATTERY CHARGING

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NOTE

Charge the batteries when the yellow or red warning light (37b or 37c) turns on, or at the end of every working cycle.

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CAUTION!

Keeping the batteries charged make their life last longer.

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CAUTION!

When the batteries are discharged, charge them as soon as possible, as that condition makes their life shorter.

Check for battery charge at least once a week.

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WARNING!

Battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. Charge the batteries in well-ventilated areas and away from naked flames.

Do not smoke while charging the batteries.

While charging the battery, always keep the tank assembly open.

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WARNING!

Pay careful attention when charging the batteries as there may be battery fluid leakages. The battery fluid is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and consult a physician.

Battery charging with battery charger installed on the machine

  1. Drive the machine on a level floor.

  2. For WET batteries only:

  3. Open the covers (51 and 58) and check that the tanks (60 and 61) are empty, otherwise empty them through the drain hose (10) and the tap (24).

  4. Close the covers (51 and 58).
  5. Carefully lift the tank assembly (71).
    Check the level of electrolyte inside the batteries (72). If necessary, remove the caps (75) and top up.
  6. When the correct level is reached, close the caps (75) and clean, if necessary, the upper surface of the batteries.

  7. Connect the battery charger cable (8) to the electrical mains (the electrical mains voltage and frequency must be compatible with the battery charger values shown on the machine serial number plate).

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NOTE

When the battery charger is connected to the electrical mains, all machine functions are automatically cut off.

If the red warning light (F, Fig. 7) on the battery charger control panel stays on, the battery charger is charging the batteries.

  1. When the green warning light (H) turns on, the battery charging is completed.

  2. When the battery charging is completed, disconnect the battery charger cable (8) from the electrical mains and wind it round its housing (7).

  3. For WET batteries only:

  4. Carefully lower the tank assembly (71).

  5. Fill the tanks (60 and 61).

  6. Now the machine is ready to be used.

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NOTE

For further information about the battery charger operation (I), see the relevant Manual.

FUSE CHECK/REPLACEMENT

  1. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0".
  2. Remove the nuts (E, Fig. 7), then remove the cover (A).
  3. Check/replace the following fuses:

B) Low power circuit fuse (F3): (5 A)
C) Drive system electronic board fuse (F2): (60 A)
D) Function electronic board fuse (F1): (100 A)

  1. Install the cover and tighten the nuts.

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Figure 7

S311214A

BRUSH/PAD-HOLDER DECK OR CYLINDRICAL BRUSH DECK DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

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NOTE

The machine can be equipped with either the brush/pad-holder deck (81) or the cylindrical brush deck (96), according to the following procedure. To assemble/disassemble the deck it is not necessary to remove the brushes/pad-holders.

Disassembly

  1. Drive the machine on a level floor.
  2. Lower the deck (4 or 5) by pressing the switch (34).
  3. Turn the ignition key (41) to "0"
  4. (For brush/pad-holder deck) Disconnect the connector (83).
    (For cylindrical brush deck) Disconnect the connectors (83) and (91).
  5. Disconnect the solution hose (84).
  6. Remove the two cotter pins (86) and the deck left side lever mounting cotter pin.
  7. Unscrew the knob (85) and remove the brush/pad-holder deck (81), or the cylindrical brush deck (93).

Assembly

  1. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

SAFETY FUNCTIONS

The machine is equipped with the following safety functions.

EMERGENCY PUSH-BUTION

It is located in a position (32) that is easily accessible for the operator. Press it in case of immediate necessity to stop all machine functions.

To reset it, turn it clockwise.

SPEED REDUCTION

It reduces the machine speed in case of turns exceeding a specified angle.

DRIVER'S SEAT MICROSWITCH

It is inside the driver's seat and it prevents the machine movement when the operator is not on the seat.

ELECTROMAGNETIC BRAKE

Built-in the front wheel, it keeps the machine stopped when the machine is off, when the emergency push-button is pressed and when the forward/reverse gear pedal is not pressed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLEPOSSIBLE CAUSEREMEDY
The motors do not work; no warning light turns on.The battery connector (74) is disconnected.Connect.
The batteries (72) are discharged.Charge.
The machine does not move.The machine has been turned on by using the ignition key (41) and by keeping the pedal (3) pressed.Turn the machine off and then turn it on without pressing the gear pedal.
At the machine start-up, the warning light (34) of the switch flashes and the brushes do not work.The machine has been turned off without lifting the brush deck.Wait for the deck to lift before turning on again the brushes by pressing the switch (34).
The warning lights (37) flash simultaneously.The brush motors are overloaded.Use less aggressive brushes suitable for the floor to be cleaned or avoid working with extra pressure function turned on.
The brushes do not work, the red warning light (37c) is on.The batteries are discharged.Charge.
The dirty water vacuuming is insufficient.The recovery water tank (60) is full.Empty.
The vacuum grid (55) is clogged or the float is closing.Clean the vacuum grid.
The vacuum hose (11) is disconnected from the squeezegee.Connect.
The squeezegee (12) is dirty or the squeezegee blades are worn or damaged.Clean the squeezegee or overturn/replace the blades.
The recovery water tank cover is not properly closed, or the gasket (52) is damaged.Correctly close the cover or clean/replace the gasket.
The solution flow is insufficient.The solution tank is empty.Refill.
The solution filter (9) is dirty.Clean.
The tank (61) is dirty, or the drain hole is clogged.Clean.
The squeezegee leaves marks on the floor.There is debris under the squeezegee blades (17 - 18).Clean.
The squeezegee blades (17 - 18) are worn, chipped or torn.Overturn or replace.
The squeezegee has not been balanced with the handwheel (16).Balance.

NILFISK SCRUBTEC R 3 - ELECTROMAGNETIC BRAKE - 1

NOTE

The machine does not work if the battery charger is not on board.

In case of battery charger malfunction, contact an authorised Service Center.

For any further information contact Alto Service Centers.

SCRAPPING

Have the machine scrapped by a qualified scrapper.

Before scrapping the machine, remove and separate the following materials, which must be disposed of properly according to the Law in force:

Batteries
Brushes
- Plastic hoses and components
Electrical and electronic components (^*)

(*) Refer to the nearest Alto Center especially when scrapping electrical and electronic components.

INHOUDSOPGAVE

INLEIDING 2

DOEL EN INHOUD VAN DEZE HANDLEIDING 2

BETREFFENDE PERSONEN 2

OPBERGEN VAN DE HANDLEIDING 2

CONFORMITEITSVERKLARING 2

IDENTIFICATIEGEGEVENS 2

ANDERE GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDINGEN 2

VERVANGINGSONDERDELEN EN ONDERHOUD 2

MODIFICATIONS EN VERBETERINGEN 2

BEDRIJFSCAPACITEIT 2

ALGEMENE OPMERKINGEN 2

VERPAKKING VERWIJDEREN/AFLEVERING 3

VEILIGHEID 3

GEBRUIKTE SYMBOLEN 3

ALGEMENE INSTRUCTIES 3

BESCHRIJVING VAN DE MACHINE 5

OPBOUW VAN DE MACHINE 5

CONTROLE- EN BEDIENINGSPANEEL 6

AANGEZICH T ONDER DE RESERVOIRAFDEKKINGEN 7

AANGEZICH T ONDER DE RESERVOIRS 7

AANGEZICHT SCHROBDEK SCHIJFBORSTELHOUDER/PADHOUDER (R 361 / R 366 / R 371)

EN HOUDER CILINDRISCHE BORSTELS (R 371 C) 8

ACCESSIONS / OPTIES 8

24 Constellation Road

Rexdale

Ontario M9W 1K1

Canada

Nilfisk-ALTO Food Division

Division of Nilfisk-Advance A/S

Blytaekkervej 2,

9000 Aalborg

Denmark

Tel.: (+45) 72182100

Fax: (+45) 72 18 20 99

E-mail: scanio.techology@nilfisk-alto.dk

www.nilfisk-alto.com

FRANCE

Nilfisk-ALTO

ALTO France SA

Aeroparc 1

19 rue lcare

67960 Entzheim

France

Tel.: (+33) 388288400

Fax: (+33) 388300500

E-mail: info@nilfisk-alto-fr

www.nilfisk-alto.com

GERMANY

Nilfisk-Advance AG

Nilfisk-ALTO Business Unit

Division of Nilfisk-Advance BV

Camastraat 9

NL-1322 BB Almere

Tel.: (+31) 365460760

Fax: (+31) 36 5460 761

E-mail: info@nilfisk-alto.nl

www.nilfisk-alto.nl

HONG KONG

Nilfisk-Advance Ltd.

2001 HK Worsted Mills Ind'l Bldg.,

31-39 Wo Tong Tsui St

Kwai Chung, Hong Kong

Tel.: (+852) 2427 5951

Fax: (+852) 2487 5828

HUNGARY

Nilfisk-Advance Kereskedelmi Kft.

PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Nilfisk-Advance (Shenzhen) Ltd

Blok 3, Unit 130, 1001 Honghua Road

Int. Commercial & Trade Center

Fuitian Free Trade Zone

518038 Shenzhen

P.R. China

Tel.: (+86) 75583597937

Fax: (+86) 755 8359 1063

POLAND

Nilfisk-Advance Sp. Z.O.O.

05-800 Pruszków

ul. 3-quo MAJA 8

Poland

Tel.: (+48) 22 738 37 50 Fax: (+48) 22 738 37 51

info@nilfisk-altlo.pl

www.nilfisk-alto.pl

NORWAY

ALTO Norge AS

Bjørnerudveien 24

1266 Oslo

Norway

Tel.: (+47) 22 75 17 70

Fax: (+47) 22 75 17 71

Sintra Business Park

Zona Industrial Da Abrunheira

Edificio 1, 1oA

P-2710-089 Sintra

Tel.: (+35) 808200537

Fax: (+35) 1219112679

E-mail: mkt@nilfisk-advance.es

www.nilfisk-alto.com

SINGAPORE

Nilfisk-Advance Pte. Ltd.

Nilfisk-ALTO Division

40 Loyang Drive

Singapore 508961

sales@nilfisk-advance.com.sg

Tel.: (+65) 6759 9100

Fax: (+65) 6759 9133

SPAIN

Nilfisk-ALTO

Division of Nilfisk-Advance S.A.

Torre DAr

Member of Nilfisk-Advance Group

Aminogatan 18, Box 4029

S-431 04 Molndal

Sweden

Tel.: (+46) 317067300

Fax: (+46) 317067340

E-mail: info@nilfisk-alto.se

www.nilfisk-alto.se

TAIWAN

Nilfisk-Advance Ltd.

Taiwan Branch (H.K.)

1F, No. 193, Sec.2

Xing Long Rd.,Taipei

Taiwan, R.O.C.

Tel.: (+886) 2 2239 8812

Fax: (+886) 2 2239 8832

THAILAND

Nilfisk-Advance Co. Ltd.

89 Soi Chokechai-Ruammitr

Viphavadee-Rangsit Road

Ladyao, Jatuchak, Bangkok 10900

Thailand

Tel.: (+66) 2 275 5630

Fax: (+66) 2 691 4079

UNITED KINGDOM

Nilfisk-ALTO Division of Nilfisk-Advance Ltd.

Bowerbank Way

Gilwilly Industrial Estate

Penrith Cumbria CA11 9BQ

Great Britain

Tel.: (+44) (0) 1768 868995

Fax: (+44) (0) 1768 864713

E-mail: sales@nilfisk-alto.co.uk

www.nilfisk-alto.co.uk

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Brand : NILFISK

Model : SCRUBTEC R 3

Category : Scrubber