Nilfisk-Advance America RS 1300 - Manual (Page 28)

ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
6 33015124(3)2008-02 RS 1300
WARNING!
To drive on public roads, the machine must follow local licensing requirements.
The machine has been designed to be used as a sweeper, do not use it for different purposes.
While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to people and property.
Do not use the machine as a means of transport.
Do not leave the machine unattended with the ignition key inserted and the parking brake deactivated.
Do not bump into shelves or scaffoldings, particularly where there is a risk of falling objects.
Pay careful attention when lifting and emptying the hopper.
Adjust the operation speed to suit the ground conditions.
Carefully read all the instructions before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.
Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the machine
moving parts.
Protect body parts (eyes, hair, hands, etc.) properly, when performing cleaning procedures using
compressed air or water gun.
Avoid contact with battery acid, do not touch hot parts.
Do not allow the brooms to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging the ground.
In case of fi re, use a powder fi re extinguisher, not a water one.
Do not wash the machine with corrosive substances.
Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.
Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions
scrupulously.
Do not remove or modify the plates affi xed to the machine.
In case of machine malfunctions, ensure that these are not due to lack of maintenance. Otherwise, request
assistance from the authorised personnel or from an authorised Service Center.
In case of part replacement, order ORIGINAL spare parts from an authorised Dealer or Retailer.
To ensure the proper and safe operation of the machine, have the scheduled maintenance, detailed in the
relevant chapter of this Manual, performed by the authorised personnel or an authorised Service Center.
The machine must be disposed of properly, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (oils,
batteries, plastics, etc.), which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centres (see
Scrapping chapter).
If the machine is used according to the instructions, the vibrations are not dangerous. Vibration level at the
operator’s body is 20.9 in/s
2 (0.531 m/s 2 ) (ISO 2631-1) at maximum working speed (1,850 rpm).
While the engine is running the silencer heats up. Do not touch the silencer to avoid serious scalding or fi re.
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low, to avoid damaging it seriously. Check the oil level with the engine
off and the machine on a level surface.
Do not run the engine if the air fi lter is not installed, to avoid damaging it.
The engine coolant lines are under pressure. Perform any check when the engine is off and after having
allowed it to cool down. Even when the engine is cool, pay careful attention when opening the radiator cap.
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