INTRODUCTION This manual will help you get the most from your Nilfi sk-Advance automatic scrubber. Read it thoroughly before servicing the machine. Note: Bold numbers and letters in parentheses indicate an item illustrated on pages 8-10. PARTS AND SERVICE Repairs should be performed by your Authorized Nilfi sk-Advance Service Center, who employs factory-trained service personnel, and maintains an inventory of Nilfi...
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS SYMBOLS Nilfi sk-Advance uses the symbols below to signal potentially dangerous conditions. 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. WARNING! Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause severe personal injury.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance intervals given are for average operating conditions. Machines used in severe operational environments may require service more often. MAINTENANCE ITEM Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Charge Batteries Check/Clean Tanks and Hoses (clean recovery tank switch and vacuum inlet screen) Check/Clean/Rotate the Brushes Check/Clean the Squeegee Clean Debris Hopper on Cylindrical System...
ADHANCER PM CHECKLIST Defect Codes Customer needs adjustment binding Address dirty or contaminated damaged, bent or torn City leaks missing Model Serial No. Hours worn out Does OPERATIONAL INSPECTION ITEMS Defect Codes (circle) Work Drive Paddle Operation (check for Fwd/Rev Drive and neutral creep) Drive System Performance (Speed Changes Min/Max) noisy sluggish Scrub System (Raise/Lower, Brush Motor On/Off)
KNOW YOUR MACHINE As you read this manual you will occasionally run across a bold number or letter in parentheses - example: (2). These numbers refer to an item shown on these pages unless otherwise noted. Refer to these pages whenever necessary to pinpoint the location of an item mentioned in the text. Note: Refer to the service manual for detailed explanations of each item illustrated on the next three pages.
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KNOW YOUR MACHINE Solution Drain Hose / Level Indicator Recovery Tank Drain Hose Squeegee Raise / Lower Lever 28a Debris Hopper Right Battery Pack Connector (not present on Adhancer) 28b Debris Hopper Left Recovery Hose Idler Assembly Wheel Drive Circuit Breaker Solution Manifold Circuit Breaker for the Control Circuit Speed Limit Control Knob...
CONTROL PANEL Scrub Off Indicator Key Switch (Main Power) Scrub On Indicator Solution Switch Scrub On Indicator Vacuum Switch Wand Indicator Display Panel Vacuum System Indicator D1 Solution Flow Indicator Solution System Indicator D2 Fault Indicator Detergent System Indicator D3 Hour Meter D4 AXP Indicator D5 Battery Indicator D6 Scrub Indicator...
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KNOW YOUR MACHINE FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL: The controls on the Adhancer were designed with one-touch operation in mind. For single-pass scrubbing, the user can simply depress one switch and all systems on the machine will be ready to go. For most single-pass scrubbing operations, the operator should only need to use the middle switches on the control panel.
KNOW YOUR MACHINE DESCRIPTION OF INDICATORS ON THE CONTROL PANEL: In general, the following guidelines apply to the control panel indicators: A fl ashing red or yellow indicator means that a fault has occurred in the particular system. An example of this would be an over-current fault. A yellow indicator means that the particular function has been enabled but is not currently on.
SOLUTION SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW See Figure 1. The Adhancer models have a solution tank fi ll capacity of 30 gallons (113.5 Liters). All models use one right rear tank fi ll opening which offers ease of fi lling. A serviceable Solution Filter (C) is plumbed into the manual Solution Shutoff Valve outlet to keep debris from entering the solenoid valve and Solution Pump (A).
SOLUTION SYSTEM CIRCUIT OVERVIEW SOLUTION AUTO MODE (SOLENOID VALVE CIRCUIT) See Figure 2. + (Positive) circuit input starts with: The battery positive input to the L1 solenoid coil (BRN wire). A closed S3 key switch to direct the needed positive voltage to terminal #J1-13 - B+1 on the A1 control board (BRN wire), and to PIN 5 – KSI (BRN wire) on the A2 Speed Controller.
SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLUTION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Solution Tank: See Figure 1. Empty the solution tank weekly as follows: Remove the solution Drain Hose (B) from its storage area (located on the right rear control handle compartment). Direct the hose to a designated “Disposal Site” and fl ush the tank with clean water. Solution Filter: Remove and clean the inline Solution Filter (C).
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SOLUTION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL Possible Symptoms No solution fl ow while in the scrub auto solution mode. Solution Pump will not operate. SYMPTOM ONE Note: Activate the Service Test Mode program. See the Electrical System/Service Test Mode section for instructions. All testing will be performed in the Service Test Mode.
SOLUTION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRICAL (CONTINUED) SYMPTOM TWO Note: Activate the Service Test Mode program. See the Electrical System/Service Test Mode section for instructions. All testing will be performed in the Service Test Mode with the control panel solution switch depressed. FORM NO.
SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL Drain the solution tank or turn the solution fi lter ball valve to the off position to prevent solution loss. Lower the deck and disconnect the battery supply to the machine. Remove the front Nose Cone from the machine by fi rmly grasping the lower part and lifting straight up. See Figure 3.
SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLUTION FILTER AND BALL VALVE REMOVAL 1 Drain the solution tank using the solution drain hose. 2 See Figure 4. Loosen the (2) Hose Clamps (R) and pry off the inlet Solution Hose (S) and outlet Solution Hose (T) from the Ball Valve. 3 Remove the (2) Hose Clamps (U) that secure the Filter/Valve Assembly to the chassis and remove the Assembly from the machine.
SCRUB SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW Adhancer Brush System Overview See Figure 2. The Adhancer models use two cylindrical brushes that counter-rotate to sweep up light debris and scrub at the same time. The scrub brushes are powered on opposing ends by permanent-magnet motors attached to separate poly-V belt/pulley drives. The front brush on current models is powered by a .75 HP motor and rotates at 900 RPM.
SCRUB SYSTEM SCRUB BRUSH DECK REMOVAL Lower the scrub deck with the brushes installed. Turn the key switch off and disconnect the battery pack. Lift up and remove the cover and nose cone from the front of the machine. See Figure 2. Disconnect the Solution Hose (O) from the scrub deck.
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SCRUB SYSTEM FIGURE 2 FORM NO. 56043111 - Adhancer - 23 ™...
RECOVERY SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW Vacuum / Recovery System General Dirt and water are lifted off the fl oor into the 30-gallon (114-liter) recovery tank by airfl ow created by a three-stage 36V 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 airfl...
RECOVERY SYSTEM VACUUM MOTOR CONTROL CIRCUIT OVERVIEW (AUTO MODE) See Figure 2. + (Positive) Circuit input starts with: A battery positive input to the K2 solenoid coil (BRN wire). A closed S3 key switch to direct the needed positive voltage to terminal #J1-13 – B+1 on the A1 control board (BRN wire), and to PIN 5 – KSI (BRN wire) on the A2 Speed Controller.
RECOVERY SYSTEM 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. □ Inspect and clean the vacuum motor fl oat switch. Note that on current models, if the switch is closed (tipped up) the vacuum motor will not operate. (Refer to Figure 3 for illustrations of the two different fl...
RECOVERY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE OF RECOVERY TANK FLOAT SWITCH If the recovery tank fl oat switch becomes dirty it can impair the vacuum motor operation. A dirty fl oat/vacuum shutoff switch can cause the vacuum motor to not function at all or to not shut off when the tank is full. If daily rinsing of the recovery tank does not keep the switch clean, you may need to remove the fl...
RECOVERY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE OF VACUUM MOTOR INLET SCREEN See Figure 4. The Vacuum Motor Inlet Screen (4) should be cleaned on a daily basis. DO NOT run water down the screen in an attempt to clean it. If you do this you will be running water directly into the vacuum motor.
RECOVERY SYSTEM VACUUM MOTOR REMOVAL Drain the recovery tank using the drain hose. Turn the key switch off and disconnect the battery pack. WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack connector before servicing machine. Swing open the recovery tank and disconnect the vacuum motor harness connector. Carefully pull the Acoustical Foam vacuum exhaust hose (B) out of the P-clamp on the recovery tank.
RECOVERY SYSTEM RECOVERY TANK REMOVAL If you wish to remove the vacuum motor from the recovery tank, do so by following steps 1-6 in the Vacuum Motor Removal section. Disconnect the electrical connector to the fl oat switch. Note that you may need to cut a cable tie to access the connector. See Figure 6.
SQUEEGEE SYSTEM SQUEEGEE LIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT See “Know Your Machine”. The squeegee pick-up tool is raised and lowered manually by the rear-mounted Squeegee Raise/Lower Lever (17). Squeegee Lift Lever Adjustment The squeegee tool’s storage and operating positions are adjustable. To adjust: Lower the squeegee assembly to the fl...
SQUEEGEE SYSTEM SERVICING THE SQUEEGEE 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: 1 See Figure 2.
SQUEEGEE SYSTEM SQUEEGEE MOUNT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL Turn the key switch off and disconnect the battery pack. WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack connector before servicing machine. See Figure 3. Disconnect the Vacuum Hose Assembly (19) and remove the Squeegee Assembly (13) from the machine. Lower the Squeegee Raise/Lower Lever (17) and disconnect the Squeegee Lift Cable (C) from the squeegee mount weldment.
SQUEEGEE SYSTEM CASTER WHEEL REMOVAL WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack connector before servicing machine. WARNING! Never work under machine without safety stands or blocking to support the machine. Drain both the solution and recovery tanks. Remove the squeegee assembly and have the scrub deck in the up (stored) position with the scrub brushes installed.
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM GENERAL FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW See Figures 1 and 2. A 375-watt (.5 HP) permanent-magnet (36V) motor transaxle (M1) is used for the wheel drive on all machines. A Curtis PMC solid-state speed controller (A2) regulates the variable speed and forward/reverse wheel drive motor functions. Location of the controller is in the rear handle housing electrical compartment (accessible by removing the four screws securing the rear electrical panel).
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WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM Electrical Diagram Note: For a complete description of all callouts, see Electrical System/Wiring Diagram/Schematic. FIGURE 2 FUSE,150A. BATTERY Partial A1 Control Board CIRCUIT BREAKER, 5AMP SW, SPST KEY (OPTIONAL) EM BRAKE RED/BLK 36V ONLY YEL/BLU WHT/YEL CIRCUIT BREAKER, 30AMP B+ B- SPEED CONTROLLER PIN 14 - BRAKE (+)
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM R2 Voltage Values R1 Voltage Values 0V = Minimum Speed 0 – 2.5V Forward FIGURE 3 5V = Maximum Speed 2.5V – 5V Reverse WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM R1 Throttle 5K Ohms A1 Speed Control Pin Connection POT WIPER POT HIGH STATUS BRAKE...
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM WHEEL DRIVE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause • Wheel Drive Motor Circuit Breaker (F3) tripped (reset 30A circuit breaker) • Wheel drive motor will not run in forward and reverse. • Circuit Breaker for the Control Circuit (F2) tripped (reset circuit breaker) •...
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM DRIVE MOTOR TRANSAXLE REMOVAL WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack before servicing machine. WARNING! Never work under machine without safety stands or blocking to support the machine. Drain both the solution and recovery tanks and remove the squeegee. Remove the Scrub deck by following the Scrub Deck Removal instructions in this manual.
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM DRIVE MOTOR TRANSAXLE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) See Figure 5. Jack the front of the machine from this location until the drive wheels are approximately 1” off the ground. Remove the (6) Locknuts (A) and then remove the (2) Drive Wheels (B) from the transaxle. Disconnect the drive motor wiring connector.
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM DRIVE WHEEL REMOVAL WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack connector before servicing machine. WARNING! Never work under machine without safety stands or blocking to support the machine. Remove the squeegee and place wood blocking in front and rear of the opposite drive wheel that you are removing to prevent the machine from rolling. Using a scissors jack, raise the machine until the wheel is off the ground.
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (5K) POTENTIOMETER (R1) TESTING AND REMOVAL WARNING! Disconnect batteries at the battery pack disconnect before servicing. Testing the 5K Directional/Throttle Potentiometer R1 Note: You do not need to remove potentiometer (pot) R1 from the Handle Bar Weldment to test it. See Figure 7.
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (5K) POTENTIOMETER (R1) INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED) Reconnect the ohmmeter leads to the terminals 1 Low and 2 Wiper, then rotate the pot so the ohmmeter reads approximately 2.5k or half the total pot resistance. This will accurately set the true neutral drive paddle position. Tighten the anchor nut.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERIES If your machine shipped with batteries installed do the following: Check that the batteries are connected to the machine (14). Turn on the Key Switch (A) and check the Battery Indicator (D5). If the gauge is completely fi lled, the batteries are ready for use. If the gauge is less than full, the batteries should be charged before use.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SPECIFIC WET CELL BATTERY INFORMATION Wet Cell Battery Specifi cations Use a combination of multiple 2-volt cell units to construct a 36 Volt DC battery pack system. Nilfi sk-Advance recommended battery pack capacity is a 305 AH @ 20 Hour Rate deep cycle battery system. Note: The battery pack must fi...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHARGING WET BATTERIES Charge the batteries each time the machine is used or when the Battery Indicator (D5) is reading less than full. WARNING! Do not fi ll the batteries before charging. Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area. Do not smoke while servicing the batteries.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERY MAINTENANCE WET CELL BATTERIES Proper maintenance of electric vehicle batteries can greatly extend their life. Well-maintained batteries may last up to three years, but failure after one year is common if maintenance has been poor. There are three simple rules for good battery maintenance: ...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM LIFT ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY AND TRAVEL LIMIT ADJUSTMENT Reference the chart below for the “IN” and “OUT” dimensional specifi cations. Part # Actuator Motor Spring Housing IN Position Spring Housing OUT Position Models 56393303 Scrub Brush Lift (all) 1/16” (1.6 mm) - 3/16” (4.76 mm) 4-1/8”...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CURTIS CONTROLLER DIAGNOSTICS: Diagnostics Method A: Uses the machine’s control display LCD panel and Wand Switch indicator. FUNCTION OF THE SPEED CONTROLLER STATUS LIGHT AND DISPLAY The Curtis 1228- (36V) speed control will output a fault code if there is a problem associated with the speed control and wheel drive system. See Figure 5. If a speed control fault occurs, the display LCD panel (D) will indicate 03.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FIGURE 5 FORM NO. 56043111 - Adhancer - 51 ™...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STATUS LED FAULT CODES (TABLE 1) STATUS LIGHT LED CODE EXPLANATION POSSIBLE CAUSE DISPLAY 1. Temperature >92°C or < -25°C. 2. Excessive load on vehicle over-/under-temperature cutback 3. Operation in extreme environments. 4. Electromagnetic brake not releasing. 1. Throttle input wire open or shorted 0 00 throttle fault 2.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION CHECKOUT FOR THE CURTIS SPEED CONTROLLER SAFETY! The 1228 controller is inherently a high-power device. When working around any battery powered vehicle, proper safety precautions should be taken. These include, but are not limited to: proper training, wearing eye protection, avoiding loose clothing and jewelry, and using insulated wrenches.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW OF MAIN CONTROL BOARD The primary function of the main control board, A1, is to control and coordinate the scrub, detergent, recovery and drive wheel systems. When the Scrub On switch is pressed to actuate the auto scrub mode, the main control board lowers the scrub deck to the operating position and enables the solution system, vacuum motor, drive wheel motor and detergent pump.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAIN CONTROLLER ERROR CODES Display Code Fault Description Troubleshooting Action 1. Check for a tripped drive motor circuit breaker (30-amp). Investigate reason for possible mechanical overload. Examples: Debris wrapped around the drive wheels, defective differential and prolonged ramp climbing. Drive system fault.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SERVICE TEST MODE: To assist in the troubleshooting and servicing of the electrical system and related components on the Adhancer™ scrubbers, a special test mode that allows independent control of the various outputs and monitoring of the various inputs has been incorporated. To enter the service test mode perform the following step: Turn the main power Key Switch (A) to the Off position.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FIGURE 6 FORM NO. 56043111 - Adhancer - 57 ™...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERY STATUS DISPLAY: The display will show the battery voltage. This display is accurate to within +/- 0.15 volts. Therefore, the voltage displayed may not correlate precisely to a high- accuracy, calibrated voltmeter. OUTPUT CONTROLS: The control panel switches are used to control various output functions of the main control unit. Below is a list of each switch and the function it controls. Following the list is a detailed description of each function.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OUTPUT CONTROLS (CONTINUED): Scrub On Switch (I): This switch is used to control the output to the scrub deck lift actuator. Pressing and releasing this switch will cycle the actuator output through four states. These are: 1 – Output off, direction = up 2 –...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAIN CONTROL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS Selection of Low-voltage Cut-out Threshold: FACTORY DEFAULT: 31.0V (STANDARD) The Adhancer™ is equipped with a low-voltage cut-out feature to prevent over-discharging the batteries. This feature will automatically shut down the scrub system when the battery voltage falls to the selected threshold. The cut-out level is adjustable. The Standard setting is 31.0 volts (1.72 volts per cell) and the alternate (Gel Cell) setting is 33.0 volts (1.83 volts per cell).
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAIN CONTROL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS (CONTINUED) Displaying the Control Unit Revision Level: To view the revision level of the control unit software: Turn the main power Key Switch (A) to the Off position. Press and hold the Scrub Off Switch (H) and Detergent System Switch (F).
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAIN CONTROL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS (CONTINUED) Solution Flow and Detergent Level Adjustment: FACTORY DEFAULT: SOLUTION = ONE BAR, DETERGENT = 0. The default solution fl ow rate and detergent level can be programmed to suit a particular application. To change the solution fl ow rate setting and detergent level, perform the following steps: Turn the main power Key Switch (A) to the Off position.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAIN CONTROL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS (CONTINUED) Detergent Use Ratio Selection: FACTORY DEFAULT: 8 There are nine different detergent ratio settings. Normally the position of the magnet on the detergent container determines the detergent-to-solution ratio. If your detergent container doesn’t have a magnet, you can select the desired detergent ratio using this programming option.
APPENDIX SWITCH SEQUENCES FOR MAIN CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING OPTIONS Note: Refer to the Know Your Machine/Control Panel section in this manual for switch locations. Refer to the Electrical System/Main Control Programming Options section in this manual for complete instructions on how to access and use the main controller programming options.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER NOTE: CONNECT GRN WIRE TO F2 AND DISCONNECT RED WIRE FROM F2 FOR CHARGER OPTION WIRING DIAGRAM / SCHEMATIC CHEMICAL RATIO SENSOR INTERLOCK Item Description SUPPLY BLK/WHT CIRCUIT BREAKER, 5 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER, 5 AMP OUTPUT Control Board Speed Control...
APPENDIX DETERGENT (AXP) SYSTEM PREPARATION AND USE COMMON INSTRUCTIONS: NON-DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS: SERVICE NOTE: Refer to MAIN CONTROL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS, Detergent Use Ratio Selection to electronically The system should be purged of previous detergent when switching to a different detergent. SERVICE Fill the detergent cartridge with a maximum of 1.25 gallons (4.73 program the chemical ratio if your cartridge has no magnetic slider.
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