Introduction; Manual Purpose And Contents; Target; How To Keep This Manual - Nilfisk Advance Micromax 17B Instructions D'utilisation

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

INTRODUCTION

MANUAL PURPOSE AND CONTENTS

The purpose of this Manual is to provide the Customer with all
necessary information to use the machine properly in a safe
and autonomous way. It contains information about technical
characteristics, operation, machine inactivity, maintenance,
spare parts and safety conditions.
Before carrying out any procedure on the machine, the
Operators and qualified Technicians must read this Manual
carefully. Contact the Advance Service Center in case of
doubts regarding the interpretation of the instructions and for
any further information.

TARGET

This Manual is intended for the Operator and the Technicians
qualified for machine maintenance.

HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL

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

IDENTIFICATION DATA

The machine model and serial number are marked on
the plate on the tank and can be read from the outside
(1, Fig. C).
The machine production year is shown after the Date Code
on the serial plate (A05 means January 2005).
This information is useful when requiring machine
replacement parts. Use the following table to write down the
machine identification data for any further reference.
MACHINE model
..........................................................
MACHINE serial number

OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS

– Electronic Battery Charger Manual, which is to be
considered as integral part of this Manual.
– Moreover, the following Manuals are available:
• Service Manual (that can be consulted at the
Advance Service Center).
• Spare Parts List (supplied with the machine).

SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE

All necessary use, maintenance and repair procedures must
be carried out by qualified personnel or by the Advance
Service Centers. Only original spare parts and accessories
must be used.
Call Advance for service or to order spare parts and
accessories, specifying the machine model and serial
number.

CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS

Our Company 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 modifications and/or addition of accessory must be
approved and performed by the Manufacturer.
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SAFETY

The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous
situations. Always read this information carefully and take the
necessary precautions to protect people and objects.
The machine 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 user is the best guarantee
against accidents and is essential for successful completion
of any prevention program.

SYMBOLS

DANGER!
It indicates a dangerous situation (risk of
death) for the Operator.
WARNING!
It indicates a potential risk of injury for people
and objects.
CAUTION!
It indicates a caution or a remark related to
important or useful functions. Pay particular
attention to the paragraphs marked by this
symbol.
CONSULTATION
Consult the Instructions for Use before
performing any procedure.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Specific warnings and cautions to inform about potential
damages to people and machine are shown below.
DANGER!
– Disconnect the battery with the appropriate connector
before performing any maintenance or repair procedure.
– This machine must be used by qualified and authorized
personnel only. Children or disabled people cannot use
this machine.
– Keep the battery far from sparks, flames and
incandescent material. During the normal operation
explosive gases are delivered.
– Do not wear jewelry when working near electrical
components.
– Do not work under the lifted machine, if it is not securely
fixed.
– Do not operate the machine near dangerous,
inflammable and/or explosive powders, liquids or
vapors.
– Battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen
gas. Keep the tank assembly open during battery
charging and perform the operation only in
well-ventilated areas and far from naked flames.