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ConvertaMAX™ 20/26
BA 550/650
SERVICE MANUAL
Advance MODELS 56397010, 56397011
56397580, 56397581
Nilfisk MODELS 56397012, 56397013
56397582, 56397583
1/00 revised 7/02 Form Number 56043056

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  • Page 1 ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 BA 550/650 SERVICE MANUAL Advance MODELS 56397010, 56397011 56397580, 56397581 Nilfisk MODELS 56397012, 56397013 56397582, 56397583 1/00 revised 7/02 Form Number 56043056...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ..............................2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................3 SPECIFICATIONS & MAINTENANCE ..........................4-6 PM CHECKLIST ................................. 7 KNOW YOUR MACHINE ............................... 9-13 SOLUTION SYSTEM ..............................14-19 FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW .............................. 14 SOLUTION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING ......................15-17 SOLUTION SOLENOID VALVE AND STRAINER REMOVAL ..................18 SOLUTION SOLENOID VALVE DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING .................
  • Page 3: General Information

    (2-3 mph, 3-5kph) and for short distances only. OTHER MANUALS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR MACHINE The following manuals are available from the Nilfisk-Advance Literature Service Department (order according to model name, model number and machine’s serial number): •...
  • Page 4: Cautions And Warnings

    CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS SYMBOLS Nilfisk-Advance uses the symbols below to signal potentially dangerous conditions. Always read this information carefully and take the necessary steps to protect personnel and property. DANGER! Is used to warn of immediate hazards that will cause severe personal injury or death.
  • Page 5: Specifications & Maintenance

    SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications English (Metric) Machine Length 20” Models 64 in. (162cm) 26” Models 59 in. (149cm) Machine Width with Squeegee 20” Models 30.5 in. (77cm) 26” Models 36.25 in. (92cm) Machine Height 42.5 in. 108cm) Machine Net Weight* 20” Models 362 lbs.
  • Page 6 SPECIFICATIONS 36.25 in. 28.5 in. (92cm) (72.4cm) 26" Models 26" Models 30.5 in. 26.5 in. (77cm) (67.3cm) 20" Models 20" Models TOP VIEW 64 in. (162cm) 20" Models 59 in. (149cm) 26" Models 42.5 in. (108cm) SIDE VIEW FORM NO. 56043056 / ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 - 5...
  • Page 7: Maintenance Schedule

    • *Check Motor Carbon Brushes • Note: See the individual machine system sections for maintenance information. * Have Nilfisk-Advance: IMPORTANT! Motor damage resulting from failure to service the carbon brushes is not covered under warranty. See the Limited Warranty Statement.
  • Page 8: Pm Checklist

    Advance ConvertaMAX 20/26 Models 56397010, 56397011, 56397580, 56397581 Nilfisk BA 550/650 Models 56397012, 56397013, 56397582, 56397583 PM Checklist Defect Codes Customer needs adjustment binding Address dirty or contaminated damaged, bent or torn City leaks missing Model W worn out Serial...
  • Page 9 BLANK PAGE 8 - FORM NO. 56043056 / ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 revised 9/01...
  • Page 10: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE Solution Tank Fill Openings (2) Solution Switch, ON-Momentarily ON-OFF Recovery Tank Cover Brush Remove Switch Vacuum / Squeegee Lever Solution Flow Control Knob Brush Raise / Lower Pedal Speed Limit Control Knob Drive Paddle Master Key Switch Solution Drain Hose / Level Indicator Auxiliary Circuit Breaker Recovery Drain Hose...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR MACHINE 10 - FORM NO. 56043056 / ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 revised 9/01...
  • Page 12: Functional Description Of Control Buttons

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL BUTTONS: Solution Tank Fill (1) – Open to fill the solution tank, use non-foaming chemicals only (capacity 20 gal. / 75 liters) Recovery Tank Cover (2) – Point of entry for waste water into tank. Also houses float ball which shuts off vacuum port to vac motor when tank is full.
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR MACHINE Brush Remove Switch (15) – To remove the brush(es) from the machine, have the machine stationary and the Brush Deck (24) in the “RAISED” position. Press the switch to the “REMOVE” position and release. The switch will snap to the OFF position, and the brush(es) will drop to the floor.
  • Page 14: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE CONTROL MODULE DESCRIPTION The ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 scrubbers have an electronic module that controls the activation of the scrub brush motors for scrubbing and removal of the brushes/pads and the low voltage cutout function. For normal scrubbing the brush motor(s) will activate only if the brushes are down and the Drive Paddle (5) (throttle) is in the forward or reverse position.
  • Page 15: Solution System

    SOLUTION SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW The 20-gallon (76 l.) capacity solution tank uses two fill openings one located in the front and another in the rear, which offers ease of filling. Plumbed onto the tank outlet is a serviceable solution filter, to keep debris from entering the solenoid valve. Also fitted to the tank is flexible hose used to indicate the solution level and to drain the tank for system maintenance.
  • Page 16: Solution System Troubleshooting

    SOLUTION SYSTEM FIGURE 3 +24V -24V ORN/BLK WHT/RED Voltage Cutout Button YEL/WHT YEL/BLK VIO/BLK VIO/BLK Electrical Diagram (Solution Switch Closed in the Full ON Position) *For complete description of all callouts see Electrical System Wiring Diagram. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Inadequate or no solution flow No solution in the tank Main solution flow control valve knob is in the off position...
  • Page 17 SOLUTION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL Possible Symptoms Solution solenoid valve will not open when the solution switch is in the full on position. Solution solenoid valve will not open when the solution switch is in the momentary on position. SYMPTOM ONE Note: Do all testing with the key switch on, brush switch closed (scrub deck lowered) and the drive paddle activated (pushed Fwd or pulled into Rev).
  • Page 18 SOLUTION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM TWO Note: Test with the key switch on and the solution switch held in the momentary on position. L1 solenoid will not open when the S2 switch is in the momentary on position, no solution flow (See Figure 3).
  • Page 19: Solution Solenoid Valve And Strainer Removal

    SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLUTION SOLENOID VALVE AND STRAINER REMOVAL Drain the solution tank using the tank drain hose. See Figure 4. Loosen (D) Hose Clamp and pry the Hose (E) from the Elbow Fitting (F) as shown. Loosen the (G) Hose Clamp and remove the (H) solution feed hose from the (I) solenoid valve barb. Loosen the solenoid valve mount anchor connector, and then disconnect the valves’...
  • Page 20: Solution Solenoid Valve Disassembly And Cleaning

    SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLENOID VALVE DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING Remove the solenoid valve. See the Solution Solenoid Valve And Strainer Removal section for instructions. See Figure 5. Remove the (2) (J) Screws and nuts and disassemble the valve (be careful not to lose any internal parts). Thoroughly wash dirt from block (K) and diaphragm (L).
  • Page 21: Scrub Brush System

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM GENERAL BRUSH SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW The ConvertaMAX™ 20 / BA 550 models use (1) scrub brush (20 inch Dia.) driven by a single 1HP 24VDC-combination motor/gear unit. The ConvertaMAX™ 26 / BA 650 models use (2) scrub brushes (two 13 inch Dia.) driven by two 3/4HP 24VDC combination motor/gear units. The scrub deck is raised and lowered manually by a rear mounted foot pedal.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL Possible Symptoms Scrub brush motor(s) and solution solenoid valve do not work Scrub brush motor(s) do not work Scrub brush auto remove function does not work SYMPTOM ONE Scrub brush motor(s) & solu- tion solenoid valve do not work (see Figure 1) Voltage test reading...
  • Page 23 SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM TWO Brush Motor(s) Don’t Turn Note: Do all testing with the key switch on, brush switch closed (scrub deck lowered) and the drive paddle activated (pushed Fwd or pulled into Rev). Part A: Scrub Brush Motor Load Circuit Troubleshooting Guide Scrub brush motor(s) don't turn (See Figure 1).
  • Page 24 SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM TWO Brush Motor(s) Don’t Turn Note: Do all testing with key switch on, brush switch closed (scrub deck lowered) and drive paddle activated (pushed Fwd or pulled into Rev). Part B: Scrub Brush Motor Control Circuit Troubleshooting Guide Scrub brush(es) don't turn (See Figure 1).
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM THREE Scrub Brush Auto Removal Function Does Not Work Note: Do all testing with the key switch ON, scrub deck raised (S6 brush switch open*), drive system in neutral. To remove the scrub brush(es) simply depress the control panel remove switch S3.
  • Page 26: Scrub Brush Deck Removal 20/550

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM MODEL CONVERTAMAX™ 20/BA 550 SCRUB DECK REMOVAL Disconnect battery connector assembly in the battery compartment. Remove the brush head cover (held in place by 5 screws). Lower the brush deck to the floor with a brush installed. See Figure 2.
  • Page 27: Scrub Brush Deck Removal 26/650

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM MODEL CONVERTAMAX™ 26/BA 650 SCRUB DECK REMOVAL Follow steps 1-3 in the Scrub Deck Removal section for the ConvertaMAX™ 20. See Figure 3. Remove the Solution Delivery Tube (L) at the solution solenoid valve. Remove the hardware items (M, N, O, P, & Q) from the brush head Support Brackets (R) and lift linkage arms. Remove (Qty 1) item (S) Hairpin and the Mount Pin (T) from the (upper) scrub head lift linkage.
  • Page 28: Scrub Brush System

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM FIGURE 4 Negative lead from right motor Negative lead from right motor Negative lead from left motor Negative lead from left motor Pos. lead from rt motor Positive lead from right motor Jumper Plates To K1 To K1 Neg.
  • Page 29: Scrub Brush Head Switch Adjustment (Machines Built Before March 2001)

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM BRUSH HEAD SWITCH ADJUSTMENT (MACHINES BUILT BEFORE MARCH 2001) WARNING! Have the master key switch OFF when servicing the brush switch. To access the brush switch remove the (5) screws securing the brush motor shroud then put the scrub brush deck in it’s UP stored position. See Figure 5(A, B &...
  • Page 30: Scrub Brush Head Switch Adjustment (Machines Built After February 2001)

    SCRUB BRUSH SYSTEM BRUSH HEAD SWITCH ADJUSTMENT (MACHINES BUILT AFTER FEBRUARY 2001) WARNING! Have the master key switch OFF when servicing the brush switch. To access the brush switch remove the (5) screws securing the brush motor shroud then put the scrub brush deck in it’s UP stored position. See Figure 6.
  • Page 31: Recovery System

    RECOVERY SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW Vacuum / Recovery System General Dirt and water are lifted off the floor into the recovery tank by airflow, created by a 3-Stage 24V vacuum motor. The wastewater and air enter the vacuum system at the squeegee tool, through small openings (notches) located in the front squeegee blade. The small openings are the entrance points for the water and air, and help speed up the airflow producing the suction to lift the wastewater off of the floor.
  • Page 32: Vacuum/Recovery System Maintenance Checklist

    RECOVERY SYSTEM FIGURE 2 +24V -24V RED/WHT RED/GRN Electrical Diagram *For complete description of all callouts see Electrical System Wiring Diagram. VACUUM / RECOVERY SYSTEM SERVICE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Whenever there is a vacuum problem, it’s best to check over the entire system. Use the checklist below as a guide, to thoroughly check the vacuum system.
  • Page 33 RECOVERY SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL Possible Symptom Vacuum motor will not run SYMPTOM ONE Note: Do all testing with the master key switch ON, vac switch S4 ON (squeegee lowered). Part A: Vacuum Motor Load Circuit Troubleshooting Guide Vacuum motor will not run (See Figure 2).
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Guide

    RECOVERY SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM ONE Note: Do all testing with the master key switch ON, vac switch S4 ON (squeegee lowered). Part B: Vacuum Motor Control Circuit Troubleshooting Guide Vacuum motor will not run (see Figure 2). Check for 24V at Check for 24V at Check for 24V at...
  • Page 35: Maintenance Of Float Cage And Float Duct

    RECOVERY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE OF FLOAT CAGE AND FLOAT DUCT Open the recovery tank dome lid and lay it to the side, remove the two (A) Screws and pull the Float Duct (B) and float cage assembly (C) from vac motor spacer (D).
  • Page 36: Vacuum Motor Removal

    RECOVERY SYSTEM VACUUM MOTOR REMOVAL Drain the recovery tank using the drain hose. Swing open the recovery tank, secure with prop rod and disconnect the vacuum motor harness connector. See Fig 3. Remove the vacuum motor Duct Cover (F) secured to the bottom of recovery tank bottom (qty 4 screws). Loosen the exhaust hose clamp and remove Hose (M) from the vac motor discharge tube and completely remove the motor from its mount cavity.
  • Page 37: Squeegee System

    SQUEEGEE SYSTEM SQUEEGEE TOOL BLADE(S) REPLACEMENT If the squeegee leaves narrow streaks or water, the blades may be dirty or damaged. Remove the squeegee, rinse it under warm water and inspect the blades. Reverse or replace the blades if they are cut, torn, wavy or worn. To Reverse or Replace the Rear Squeegee Wiping Blade...
  • Page 38: Squeegee System

    SQUEEGEE SYSTEM FIGURE 1 FRONT *Note the 20” squeegee tool is shown, the 26” squeegee tool is similar in adjustment and blade replacement. FIGURE 2 revised 9/01 FORM NO. 56043056 ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 - 37...
  • Page 39: Wheel Drive System

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM GENERAL FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW A 1/2 horsepower permanent magnet 24V DC motor drives the ConvertaMAX™ models 20/26 & BA 550/650. See Figure 3. The motor output is delivered to a single front mounted drive wheel driven by a chain. See Figure 1. The speed of the motor is regulated by a solid-state speed control (A1), located in the rear handle electrical compartment.
  • Page 40: Wheel Drive Troubleshooting Guide

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM FIGURE 3 R2 Potentiometer R1 Potentiometer (5,000 Ohms) (25,000 Ohms) FRONT Drive Wheel Chain Drive Wheel Motor WHEEL DRIVE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause • No forward or reverse wheel drive. See Electrical Troubleshooting Flowcharts A & B. •...
  • Page 41 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL Possible Symptom No forward or reverse wheel drive SYMPTOM ONE Note: Do all testing with control panel R1 speed limiting pot in the maximum position, the drive wheel jacked up off the floor, key switch ON, and the drive paddle activated (pushed Fwd or pulled into Rev.) Part A: Wheel drive system motor load circuit troubleshooting guide No Fwd or Rev...
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Guide

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM ONE Note: Do all testing with control panel R1 speed limiting pot in the maximum position, the drive wheel jacked up off the floor, key switch ON, and the drive paddle activated (pushed Fwd or pulled into Rev.) Part B: Wheel drive system motor control circuit troubleshooting guide No Fwd or Rev wheel drive (see Figure 1).
  • Page 43: Chain Maintenance

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM CHAIN MAINTENANCE • Every two months check the chain tension, 1/2 inch (13mm) deflection at mid point. • Once a month check chain for binding and dryness, apply oil to lube the chain links. • Yearly remove chain, clean and re-oil. CHAIN REMOVAL AND ADJUSTMENT Chain Removal: WARNING!
  • Page 44 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM FIGURE 4 FRONT revised 9/01 FORM NO. 56043056 ConvertaMAX™ 20/26 / BA 550/650 - 43...
  • Page 45: Potentiometer (5K) Testing And Removal (For Machines Built Before December 1, 2000)

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM 5K POTENTIOMETER TESTING AND REMOVAL (FOR MACHINES BUILT BEFORE DEC. 1, 2000) WARNING! Disconnect a battery cable at the battery pack before servicing. Testing the 5K Potentiometer Note: The potentiometer (pot) doesn’t have to be removed from its housing mount to test. See Figure 5.
  • Page 46: Potentiometer Installation And Adjustment (Machines Before December 1, 2000)

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM POTENTIOMETER INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT (FOR MACHINES BUILT BEFORE DEC. 1, 2000) WARNING! The adjustment of the potentiometer is to set the drive paddle for a neutral drive motor operation. If the potentiometer is not adjusted properly, the machine could move either FWD or REV with no operator control. See Figure 7.
  • Page 47: Potentiometer (5K) Testing And Removal (For Machines Built After December 1, 2000)

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM 5K POTENTIOMETER TESTING AND REMOVAL (FOR MACHINES BUILT AFTER DEC. 1, 2000) WARNING! Disconnect a battery cable at the battery pack before servicing. Testing the 5K Potentiometer Note: The potentiometer (pot) doesn’t have to be removed from its housing mount to test. See Figure 8.
  • Page 48: Potentiometer (25K) Testing

    WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM POTENTIOMETER INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT (AFTER DEC. 1, 2000) (CONTINUED) Using an ohmmeter connect test leads to the pot wiper (terminal #2) and pot low (terminal #3). Then adjust (turn) pot shaft to obtain half of the R1’s total resistance.
  • Page 49: Electrical System

    Use a combination of multiple 2-volt cell units to construct a 24 Volt DC battery pack system. Nilfisk-Advance recommended battery pack capacity is a 238 AH @ 20 Hour Rate deep cycle battery system. Note: The battery pack must fit the battery compartment size listed below.
  • Page 50: Description Of The Battery Low Voltage Cutout Feature

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION OF THE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE CUTOUT FEATURE The ConvertaMAX™ 20 & 26 / BA 550 & 650 are equipped with a low voltage cutout feature to prevent over-discharging of the batteries. When a machines battery pack voltage falls below specifically defined thresholds (voltage settings) the scrub system is automatically shut down. The cutout level is adjustable.
  • Page 51: Charging The Batteries

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHARGING THE BATTERIES Charge the machines battery pack each time the machine is used, or when the battery fuel gauge (12) is showing red flashing indicator lights. Note: The machine also uses a special low voltage cutout that inhibits the scrub system see in this manual section the description for the low voltage cutout feature.
  • Page 52: Electrical Component Location

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATION Item Description Speed Control Timer Module Assy Fuel Gauge, Battery Bracket, Keylock Hourmeter Circuit Breaker, 40 Amp (20” model / Brush Motor) Circuit Breaker, 60 Amp (26” model / Brush Motor) Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp (Vac Motor) Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp (Wheel Drive Motor) Circuit Breaker, 10 Amp (Auxiliary) Contactor, 24 VDC (Vacuum Motor)
  • Page 53: Wiring Schematic

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM / SCHEMATIC Item Qty Description Speed Control 26 BLK RED 25 Timer Module Assy BRN/RED BRN/RED RED/BLK Battery, 24V P2 2 Diode VIO/BRN Diode RED/WHT Circuit Breaker, 10 Amp (Auxiliary) Circuit Breaker, 40 Amp (20” model / Brush Motor) BRN/BLK Circuit Breaker, 60 Amp (26”...
  • Page 54: Wiring Diagram

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERY C.B. 60 AMP (26") FUEL HOUR MAIN C.B. 10 AMP C.B. 40 AMP (20") C.B. 30 AMP C.B. 30 AMP GAUGE METER SWITCH (AUXILIARY) (SCRUB SYSTEM) (WHEEL DRIVE) (VACUUM) CONTROL BLK OJ-B MODULE WHT/RED 92A-B ORN/BLK 30A-B BRN 1B-B VIO/BLK 70A-A GRA 8A-B...
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