Nilfisk-Advance America BRV 900 - Manual (Page 10)

A-10 / ENGLISH
A-10 - FORM NO. 56041806 - BRV900
OPERATING THE MACHINE
WARNING!
Be sure you understand the operator controls and their functions.
While on ramps or inclines, avoid sudden stops when loaded. Avoid abrupt sharp turns. Use low speed down hills. Clean only while
ascending (driving up) the ramp.
To Vacuum...
Follow the instructions in “preparing the machine for use” section of this manual.
1
See Figure 4. While seated on the machine, adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position using the Steering Wheel Tilt Adjust Knob (22). The seat can
be adjusted if necessary by tipping up the seat and using the adjustment knob (14).
2 Turn the Master Key Switch (A) ON (I). This will display the control panel indicator lights. Reference the Battery Indicator (M) before proceeding.
3 To transport the machine to the work area, apply even pressure with your foot on the front of the Drive Pedal (2) to go forward or the rear of the pedal for
reverse. Vary the pressure on the foot pedal to obtain the desired speed.
4 Be certain that the carpet to be vacuumed is completely dry.
CAUTION!
Never attempt to pick-up water or vacuum wet carpet. This machine is designed for dry pick-up only.
5 Lower the side broom to the operating position. This is done by pressing down on the Side Broom Release Latch (20) while lifting up on the outer edge of
the side broom assembly (see the decal on top of the side broom) then set the side broom down. Once in the operating position the side broom will move up
and down with the vacuum deck. If it is not desired to use the side broom it can remain up, in the storage position.
6 Lower the vacuum deck and side broom using the Vacuum Deck Raise/Lower Lever (11). This will turn on the vacuum motors and activate scrub and side
broom systems. Scrub and side broom systems will start when the Drive Pedal (2) is activated in forward.
7 Begin vacuuming by driving the machine forward in a straight line at a normal walking speed and overlap each path by 2-3 inches (50-75 mm). Adjust the
machine speed when necessary according to the condition of the fl oor.
8 The machine has two vacuum motors which can both run for maximum pick up ability. Press the Quiet Mode Button (C) to turn off one of the vacuum motors
and reduce the noise level of the machine. This will cause the Indicator (D) to turn ON. Press the button again to turn the second vacuum motor back on.
The machine will default to the last setting (one or two vacuum motors) upon start up.
9 When vacuuming, check behind the machine occasionally to see that all of the debris is being picked up. Occasionally check the level of debris in the fi lter
bag and empty/replace once it has reached the level indicated on the side of the bag.
10 When the Bag Full Indicator (H) turns ON, the vacuum motor(s) will continue to run, but the machine will not pick up debris if the fi lter bag is full.
11 When the operator wants to stop vacuuming or the Bag Full Indicator (H) turns ON;
Use the Vacuum Deck Raise/Lower Lever (11) to manually raise the scrub deck and side broom, this will stop the scrub brushes, side broom and the vacuum
motors.
12 Drive the machine to a designated waste “DISPOSAL SITE” and remove the fi lter bag. Dispose of a paper bag fi lter or empty a cloth fi lter bag (depending on
type being used). Install a new/empty fi lter bag and continue vacuuming.
NOTE: Make sure the Filter Bag Access Door (30) and the HEPA Filter Access Door (28) are properly seated or the machine will lose vacuum power and not pick-
up debris correctly.
When the batteries require recharging the Battery Indicator (B) will fl ash red. Then the brush and vacuum motors will turn OFF automatically and cease to
function, manually raise the vacuum deck. Transport the machine to a service area and recharge the batteries according to the instructions in the Battery section
of this manual.
USING THE WAND
The machine’s built in Wand makes it easy to clean high surfaces or reach into tight corners. The wand can be used with the operator on or off the machine, and
the vacuum deck in the up or down position.
1
Remove the Wand (17) from its holder.
2 Turn the Wand Control Lever (18) (clockwise) to the wand position.
3 Turn the Master Key Switch (A) ON and press the Wand Button (F) to turn on the vacuum motors. The vacuum motors will run continuously until the button
is pressed again to turn them OFF.
4 NOTE: If seated on the machine and the deck is in the down position, the vacuum motors will run continuously, regardless of pressing Wand Button (F).
SERVICE NOTE: Refer to the service manual for detailed functional descriptions of all controls and optional programmability.