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USER MANUAL AS380 NILFISK

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This machne is intended for commercial use.It is constructed for use in an indoor environment and is Not intended for any other use. Use only with recommended accessories. All operators shall read, understand and exercise the following safety precautions:

1) DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE:

Unless trained and authorized. Unless you have read and understand the operators manual. In flammable or explosive areas. If not in proper operating condition. In outdoor areas.

BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE: Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly.

3) WHEN USING MACHINE:

Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces. Follow all safety guidelines. Be very careful when using the machine in reverse. Report and fix any damage to machine prior to operating it.

4) BEFORE LEAVING OR SERVICING MACHINE:

Stop machine on level ground. Turn machine off.

5) WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:

Read operators manual thoroughly prior to operating or servicing this machine. Use manufacturer supplied or approved replacement parts. Secure machine with wheel blocks prior to jacking the machine up. Use approved jack or hoist to safely elevate the machine. WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:(con’t) Disconnect batteries prior to working on machine. Wear gloves when handling batteries or battery cables. Avoid any contact with battery acid. Avoid moving parts, Do not wear loose fitting clothing while servicing machine. WARNING

Batteries emit hydrogen gas.Explosion or fire can result from hydrogen gas. Keep Sparks and open flames away! Keep battery compartment open when charging. WARNING

Flammable mater ials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire .Do not pick up.USER MANUAL

- This appliance contains batteries that are only replaceable by skilled persons. - This appliance contains batteries that are non-replaceable. When the battery is at end of life, the appliance shall be properly disposed of. - Connect to an external supply for charging the battery. – warning against exposing the appliance or battery to excessive temperatures; – warning on the risk of terminals of the battery-operated appliance or battery being short-circuited by metal objects.

MACHINE SET UP&INSTALLATION

UNCRATING MACHINE Be sure and check packing carton for any damage. Immediately report any damage to carrier. Check contents of package to ensure that the following items are included:

6. connecting wire for battery and charger (if equipped)

7. brush or pad driver

2. Remove the recovery tank (2) as shown in the relevant paragraph.

3. Unscrew the bolt from batteries (16), then remove or change.

4. Install the batteries on the machine according to the diagram below.

5. Install the recovery tank.

WARNING Do not connect to+, or - to-, when disassembly or install the batteries. It is very dangerous. Figure 1USER MANUAL

Pre-operation checks 1. Sweep or dust mop the surface to be cleaned. 2. Check that squeegee is properly installed. 3. Lower the squeegee (33) with the lever (26). 4. Check battery are fully charged.(see BATTERY CHARGIN) 5. Check that brush/pad is properly installed. Brush/Pad driver installation and disassembly Please contact our customer service for the replacement of an old or broken battery pack. Never use battery packs supplied by a third party. Risk of fire and electric shock may exist Spill or Leak Procedures: Stop flow of material; contain/absorb small spills with dry sand, earth, and vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials. If possible, carefully neutralize spilled electrolyte with soda ash, sodium bicarbonate, lime, etc. Wear acid-resistant clothing, boots, gloves, and face shield. Do not allow discharge of un-neutralized acid to sewer. Waste Disposal Method: Spent batteries: Send to secondary lead smelter for recycling. While charging: The machine cannot be operated during charging. Charging time: Empty battery to fully charge is about 16 hours Battery fully: If the battery is full, but charger still plugged in, the charger into floating mode (current is very small), the appliance can't work Charging: The charger plug in, the appliance into the charging automatically. Cord set: See technical data for as suitable cord set to be used. Battery charging Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter)USER MANUAL

NOTE Only install manually. If auto-installation, it will wear brush hub. Make sure that the tanks are empty before disassembling the brush.

1. Turn off the machine.

2. Lay down the machine in this position as indicated in the figure2, Pull up the lift lever (26) to raise

the squeegee up (33).

3. Mount the brush or pad driver onto the drive wheel hub and then rotate counterclockwise until it

locks, as indicated in the figure 3.

4. To remove the brush/pad, rotate the brush/pad clockwise until it is released from drive wheel hub.

WARNING Do not turn on the machine in this position as below. The brush/pad could disengage and cause injury.

Squeegee installation

1. Turn off the machine (47).

2. Pull down the squeegee lift lever (26) to put down the squeegee on the “working” position.

3. Lay down the machine in this position as indicated in the figure2.

4. Loosen the two knobs (55) on the squeegee and slide the squeegee into the slots of squeegee

brackets Tighten the knobs securely (unscrew the knobs, if disassembly).

Solution tank filling NOTE The machine can be filled with a with pipe or bucket. Do not remove the Solution filter (21) while filling.

1. Fill water into solution tank (3) from the inlet (20) through pipe or bucket

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

3. The water temperature must not exceed 40

CAUTION！ Use only low-foam and non-flammable detergents, intended for automatic scrubber applications Solution tank draining NOTE Solution tank should be drained and cleaned after each scrubber operation is completed.

Unscrew the drain cap (22) on the bottom of solution tank. The solution/water will flow freely into a bucket or floor drain.

Rinse the solution tank with clean water after every use. This will help prevent chemical build up and clogging of the solution lines

Screw up the drain cap (22). Recovery tank draining NOTE Recovery tank should be drained and cleaned after each scrubber operation is completed.

Turn the latch (17) off the recovery tank, take off the recovery tank from machine by grasping two grooves of tank. Open the lid (1) and overturn the recovery tank to drain the dirty water into a container, or unscrew the drain cap (22) to let water pipe out to a bucket.

Clean and Rinse the recovery tank with clean water after every use.

Re-place the recovery tank on the machine and turn the latch (17) to lock the tank.. MACHINE OPERATION

Set the handle to a comfortable height by pressing level (25).

Lower the squeegee (33) onto the floor by pulling down the lift mechanism (26).USER MANUAL

Turn on the main switch (47).

Turn on the brush motor switch (48) and the solution switch (50), the indicate light will be on.

Turn on the vacuum motor switch (49), the indicate light will be on.

If necessary, adjust the water flow by turn the ball valve (31) manually

Pull one or both operating triggers (24), and then brush will start to spin, solution will begin to flow. Move the machine and start cleaning, NOTE If the battery indicator light (51) is green, the machine can be used. If it is yellow or red, the batteries must be charged.

CAUTION！ Before lifting the brush, turn it off by pressing the switch (47). CAUTION！ When cleaning excessively aggressive floors or others this could cause the machine do not work, brush motor and vacuum indicators on the Control panel(46) flashing simultaneously. It means the machine being overloaded. Please turn off all the switches on the Control panel (46). CAUTION！ Do not use the machine with discharged batteries to avoid damaging the batteries and reducing the battery life.

AFTER USING THE MACHINE

After scrubbing, please proceed with below actions before leaving the machine:

Empty the tanks as shown in the previous parsagraph.

Perform the daily maintenance procedures (see the maintenance chapter)

Store the machine in a clean and dry place, with the brush/pad-holder and the squeegee

If storing in an area which may reach freezing temperatures, be sure to drain all fluids from the machine prior to storage. any damage caused by freezing temperatures will not be covered by the warranty. MACHINE NOT BEING USED FOR LONG PERIODS If the machine is not going to be used for more than 30days, please proceed with below actions:

1. Perform the procedures shown in ‘After Using the Machine paragraph’.

2. Disconnect the battery connector.

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 will be defined by the person in charge of the maintenance.

WARNING Maintenance procedures must be performed with the machine switched off and the batteries/battery charger cable disconnected. Moreover, carefully read the instruction in the Safety chapter. All scheduled or extraordina ry maintenance procedures must be performed by qualified personnel, or byUSER MANUAL

an authorized Service Center. This Manual describes only the easier and most common maintenance procedures. 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

Procedure Daily, after using the machine Weekly Every six mouths yearly Battery charging Squeegee cleaning Brush cleaning Tank and vacuum grid with float cleaning, the cover gasket check Squeegee blade check and replacement Solution filter cleaning Out-water pipe filter cleaning Screw and nut tightening check (1)

rotary parts getting lubricant (1)

(2) Vacuum system motor carbon brush check or replacement

(2) (1) And after the first 8 working hours. (2) This maintenance procedure must be performed by an authorized viper Service Center. BATTERY CHARGING NOTE Charge the batteries when the yellow or red indicator (51),or at the end of every working cycle.

CAUTION！ Keeping the batteries charged make their life last longer.

CAUTION！ If the machine is not equipped with on-board battery charger, choose an external battery charger suitable for the type of batteries installed.

WARNING！ Please use viper approved charger to charge the battery

Pay careful attention when charging WET 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.USER MANUAL

1. Place charger and machine in a well ventilated area.

2. Turn machine off (47).

3. Take away the recovery tank (2), Exposing battery compartment.

4. Plug the charging cable to the grounded wall outlet (100v~240v)..

Connect the charging cable to the machine socket.

5. The charging indicator light (30) turn on means It is in charging, green light means battery charging

6. Upon the completion of charging, first unplug the charging cable from the wall outlet and then

disconnect from machine.

7. Replace the recovery tank.

NOTE For further information about the operation of the battery charger (29), see the relevant paragraph. Figure 4 BATTERY CHARGING CURVE SET UP (SPE)

1. Turn off the machine and disassemble the

cover (A as Figure 4 ) from the machine. Then remove the round black cap located on the front side of the charger (B as Figure 4

ou will find the 2 sets of dipswitches (SW1 and SW2) in the charger.

2. Only the DP1 of dip switch SW2 has effect

on charging curve selection accordingly to the table below. The other switches should be always OFF. SW2 DP1 CHARGING PROFILE CHARGER LED STATUS WHEN POWER ON ON IUIa-AGM for Discover AGM batteries Red LED flash twice OFF IU0U-AGM/GEL of other manufacturers (default setting) Green LED flash twice SW 1 SW 2 OFF

WARNING Do not set charger unless you have professional training .

Do not set charger unless you have professional training .USER MANUAL

. Turn off the machine and disassemble the cover (A as Figure 5 ) from the machine. You will find the main control PCBA (B as Figure

). There are 2 switches (DP1 and DP

2. Configure the DP1 and DP2.accordingly to the

table below. It is used for defining the battery discharge cut off voltage. DP1 DP2 Battery type Dashboard LED status when power on ON OFF Discover-EV Power green & red LED flash twice ON ON GEL/AGM (default setting) Power green LED flash twice

WARNING ! Do not set PCBA unless you have professional training.

1. Turn off the machine and disassemble the

cover (A as Figure 4.1) from the machine. Then remove the round black cap located on the front side of the charger (B as Figure 4.1). You will find a set of dipswitches (SW1) in the charger.

2. Only the DP1 of dip switch SW1 has effect

on charging curve selection accordingly to the table below. The other switches should be always OFF. Figure 4.1 SW 1

SQUEEGEE CLEANING NOTE The squeegee must be clean and its blades must be in good condition in order to getting a good drying performance. CAUTION! It is advisable to wear protective gloves when cleaning the squeegee because there may be sharp debris.

SQUEEGEE BLADE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT

1. Take off the squeegee as shown in the previous paragraph.

2. Check to see if the edge of the front/rear blades are cracked or split, if necessary replace them with

4. Check the front/rear blades for integrity, cut and tears. If they are not adequate, overturn or replace

5. Install the squeegee in the reverse order of removal.

BRUSH /PAD DRIVER CLEANING

CAUTION！ It is advisable to wear protective gloves when cleaning the brush/pad because there may be sharp debris.

1. Remove the brush/pad as shown in the previous paragraph.

2. Clean and wash the brush/pad with water and detergent.

3. Check the brush bristles for integrity and wearing status; if necessary, replace the brush.

4. Check the pad for wearing status; if necessary, replace the pad driver.

TANK/VACUUM GRID WITH FLOAT CLEANING AND COVER GASKET CHECK CAUTION！ It is advisable to wear protective gloves when cleaning the tank and vacuum/suction assembly because there may be sharp debris.

1. Move the machine to the appointed disposal area.

2. Turn off the main switch (47).

3. Take off the recovery tank (2), clean and rinse both solution/recovery tank, and drain out.

4. Take off all vacuum kits, gasket, filter, clean and re-install.

5. Check the recovery tank lids gasket ring and the vacuum rubber connector (18) between two tanks

are integrity or not.. NOTE The gasket ring of recovery tank and the rubber connector between two tanks create vacuum in the tank. If necessary, replace them.USER MANUAL

19. Limit hose joint

23. Wheels on fixed axle

38. Vacuum system motor

43. Squeegee lift plate

44. Squeegee fixing plate

Cleaning productivity 750m

TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause Remedy The machine does not work, indicator light (51) do not turns on The battery connector is disconnected Connect The batteries are completely discharged Charge the batteries The power line disconnected from the power Connect The machine does not work, indicator light(51) display red The batteries are discharged Charge the batteries Brush motor does not work, brush indicator light (52) do not turns on The PCB or key board is faulty Change the PCB or key board Brush motor does not work, brush indicator lights (52) flash The deck motor is overloaded Use less aggressive brushes suitable for the floor to be cleaned

There are foreign materials(tangled threads,etc)preventing the brush from rotating Clean the brush hub Vacuum system motor does not work, vacuum motor indicator light (53) do not turns on The PCB or key board is faulty Change the PCB or key board Vacuum system motor does not work, brush indicator lights (53) flash The vacuum system motor is overloaded Check the vacuum system motor The suction power is insufficient The recovery tank is full. Empty the recovery tank. The hose is disconnected from the squeegee connect Vacuum assembly is clogged Clean or check The squeegee is dirty, or the squeegee blades are worn or damaged Clean and check the squeegee The recovery tank do not limited Lock the latch(17) The tank cover is not properly closed, or the gasket is damaged Close the cover properly or replace the gasket Squeegee adjustment piece (58) not set at an appropriate position Adjust the screw nut (59) to the appropriate position The solution flow is insufficient.

The solution is empty Fill the tank Solution flow control valve(31) is block

Clean the valve The solution is dirty Empty the solution, clean the tank and refill with clean solution The squeegee leaves marks on the floor. There is debris under the squeegee blades

Unscrew the drain cap (22) on the bottom of solution tank. The solution/water will flow freely into a bucket or floor drain.

Rinse the solution tank with clean water after every use. This will help prevent chemical

Screw up the drain cap (22). Recovery tank draining NOTE Recovery tank should be drained and cleaned after each scrubber operation is completed.

Figure 4 SW 1 SW 2 OFF