Before Machine Start-Up; Checklist; Starting And Stopping The Machine - Nilfisk SW4000 Instructions D'utilisation

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BEFORE MACHINE START-UP

Checklist

1. Have a full knowledge of the machine operating controls and their functions.
2. Insert the key (61) and start the machine (see the procedure in the following paragraph).
3. Check the fuel reserve warning light (71). If it is on, refuel with petrol (Petrol version) or replace the tank (LPG version) (see
previous paragraph).
4. Check the horn with switch (67), the reverse gear buzzer with switch (68) and the working light switch (78, optional) for proper
operation.
5. Check the parking brake (7 and 6). The brake must hold its (locked parked) setting firmly without easily being released (report
all defects immediately to Nilfisk Service Center).
6. Check the service brake pedal (6) for proper operation.
WARNING!
If the pedal is "spongy" or fades under pressure without an efficient braking force, do not drive the machine
(report all defects immediately to Nilfisk Service Center).
7. Make sure that there are no open doors/hoods and that the machine is in normal operating conditions.
Cleaning planning
1. Arrange long runs with a minimum of stopping or starting.
2. Allow a small amount of broom path overlap to ensure complete coverage.
3. Avoid making sharp turns, bumping or scraping the side of the machine.
Filling the DustGuard™ system water tank (optional)
1. Remove the plug (25) to reach the filler neck.
2. Fill the tank (24) with clean water. Do not fill the tank completely, leave a few centimetres from the edge.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE MACHINE

Starting the machine
1. Sit on the driver's seat (3) and adjust it with the lever (4) to allow easy reach of all controls.
NOTE
The driver's seat (3) is equipped with a safety sensor, which allows the machine to be driven only when the operator is
on the driver's seat.
2. Engage the choke lever (A, Fig. 1) in the following
positions:
• (Petrol Version). With cold engine, move the choke
lever to position (B) before starting the machine.
• (LPG version). Always start the machine with the choke
lever in position (C).
3. Insert the ignition key (61) and turn it clockwise to "II".
When the engine starts, release the key. Wait (a few
seconds) for the display (69) to turn on and sowing the
working hours.
CAUTION!
When starting the engine do not press the drive
pedal (5).
If the drive system warning light (76) flashes,
turn off the machine and repeat the start-up
procedure.
4. After the ignition, let the engine run for a few seconds, when the engine is warm move the choke lever in position (A, Fig. 1).
5. Disengage the parking brake.
6. Drive the machine to the working area, by keeping the hands on the steering wheel (1) and pressing the pedal (5).
The drive speed can be adjusted from zero to maximum speed by increasing the pressure on the pedal.
7. The forward/reverse direction is selected with the relevant switch (68) on the dashboard. When the reverse gear is selected,
the relevant buzzer turns on.
8. Lower the main broom with the lever (63).
9. Lower the side brooms with the lever (64).
NOTE
When the brooms are lowered, the brooms, the vacuum system and the dust guard system (optional - if turned on with
the switch (80)) automatically activates only when the machine is moving.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
SW4000, FLOORTEC R 870 - 1464815000
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3/13 Revised 2/14 03/2013