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  • Page 1 https://tractormanualz.com English Operator's Manual 2017- A423110 2017 1 EN 2017- www.avanttecno.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Avant e5 2017 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Options ..................39 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......... 43 INTRODUCTION ............3 Starting the loader ..............44 Foreword ................... 3 Ignition key ................. 44 Make sure all relevant manuals are available ..... 4 Battery disconnect switch ............45 Intended use ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Foreword AVANT TECNO OY wants to thank you for purchasing this fully electrically powered AVANT loader. It represents a new level of quiet operation with no local emissions and low operating costs. The battery powered model line is designed and built upon Avant’s long experience with compact loaders and is manufactured in Finland. We ask you that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely before operating the loader.

  • Page 4: Make Sure All Relevant Manuals Are Available

    Spare parts list All spare parts of the loader are listed in a separate spare parts list. Contact your Avant service partner or dealer to order parts. Have the serial number of the loader available when ordering to ensure correct parts.

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    The battery pack must be charged only with the charger provided with the loader, or other charging system supplied by Avant for this loader model. Using any other batteries or chargers can cause fire or explosion of batteries and risk of electric shock.
  • Page 6 Versions of this manual Avant has a policy on continuous product development. Updated versions of the manual replace the previous versions of this manual as long as the year on the cover page matches with the original manual. You can ask for the latest manual from your dealer.

  • Page 7: Avant Warranty

    Avant e5 Avant warranty This warranty specifically applies to the Avant e5 loader only and not to any attachments used with this product. The battery is covered by special warranty clauses listed below. Any repairs or modifications performed without the prior authorisation of Avant Tecno Oy will cancel this warranty.

  • Page 8: Safety First

    Lifting of persons is only allowed with the attachment  Lower the loader boom and place attachment designed for this purpose: the Avant Leguan flat on ground 50 access platform, following the instructions in ...
  • Page 9 Avant e5 17. Follow all inspection, service and maintenance Articulated frame - Risk of overturning instructions. If you notice any faults or Turning articulated frame can lead damages on the machine, these must be repaired before starting operation. to overturning of the loader on 18.
  • Page 10 Avant e5 Risk of falling objects Never take a heavy load on the loader from high level – e.g. from Make sure load is securely on the WARNING truck, shelf etc. – risk of tipping attachment. Never tilt WARNING...

  • Page 11: Operation On Uneven Surfaces, Gradients, And Near Excavations

    Avant e5 Operation on uneven surfaces, Pinching points - Avoid pinching between loader frame itself and between loader and walls - Keep gradients, and near excavations all body parts within the safety frame Extra caution is needed when using the equipment...

  • Page 12: Personal Safety And Protective Equipment

    Depending on work and working Any modification to this machine must be approved area, also a respirator mask may beforehand by an authorised Avant representative. If be required. Find out about other you modify the loader or attachment, it can become necessary safety equipment at dangerous and cause serious injuries or even death.
  • Page 13 Avant e5 Working near powerlines Fire prevention Digging may expose buried electric cables, and Clean the loader to avoid build-up of flammable some attachments may make it possible to reach debris, such as dust, leaves, hay, straw, etc. overhead powerlines with the loader, creating hazard ...

  • Page 14: Electric System And Handling Of The Battery Pack

    WARNING Follow the instructions regarding charge, use, and maintenance of the battery and the electric systems in this manual. Battery systems on e5 Handle battery with care  Battery contains corrosive sulphuric acid which The energy from the battery pack is used in two causes serious burns upon skin contact.
  • Page 15 Avant e5 Follow correct charging procedure Risk electric shock contact with acid Never Ensure ventilation and remove the rear cover before recharge disassemble the battery pack. WARNING Battery pack does not include Recharge the loader only at a well-ventilated place.
  • Page 16 Avant e5 To ensure fire safety during recharge Battery produces explosive WARNING Follow correct recharge instructions. Battery gas during recharge - Make produces explosive gases during recharge and sure to charge only on well therefore ventilation must be ensured. Sparks, ventilated area.

  • Page 17: Description Of The Loader

    Avant e5 Description of the loader Identification of the loader Write down the identification information of your loader in the following fields, it facilitates ordering of spare parts etc. Loader model Loader serial no. Serial number of the loader is printed on the type plate, which also indicates the loader model.

  • Page 18: Main Parts Of The Loader

    Avant e5 Main parts of the loader Following picture shows the main parts of the loader: 1. Front frame 6. Auxiliary hydraulics outlet On the front frame are mounted: driver’s seat, The hydraulic hoses of hydraulically operated operating controls, parking brake, hydraulic control attachments are mounted on this outlet.

  • Page 19: Signs And Decals

    Make sure that the following signs and decals are clean, undamaged and readable. If any of these decals is missing or is unreadable it should be replaced without delay. Ask for new decals from your local Avant dealer.
  • Page 20 Avant e5 Table 2 - List of safety labels and markings on the machine Label Location Product code Below steering A414690 wheel Boom, on A417273 DANGER both sides (2 pcs) Lowering of loader boom can crush, causing death or serious injury.
  • Page 21 Avant e5 Table 2 Continued - List of safety labels and markings on the machine Product Label Location Message code CAUTION Next to A420354 steering Using the parking brake while machine wheel is moving may cause locking of wheels and sudden stop.

  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Avant e5 Technical specifications Dimensions Height and width Tyre Width Height General dimensions 23 x 8.50-12" TR 1080 mm 1980 mm Length 2550 mm 23 x 10.50-12" TR 1130 mm 1985 mm Width 1130 mm (with standard tyres) 26 x 12.00-12" TR...

  • Page 23: General Specifications

    *See also page Front: 30 l/min Hydraulic pumps Auxiliary hydraulics Standard: Faster multiconnector system on front Attachment coupling Avant quick coupling attachment plate Hydraulic oil capacity <HydroilC_e5> Hydraulic oil type ISO VG 46, mineral oil only Sound pressure level 88 dB(A) dB(A)

  • Page 24: Auxiliary Hydraulics Oil Flow

    Avant e5 Auxiliary hydraulics oil flow Drive speed and pulling force Pulling The graph below shows auxiliary hydraulics output Tyre Drive speed force flow at different rpm levels of the electric motor. The rpm of electric motor of the auxiliary hydraulics pump 23 x 8.50-12"...

  • Page 25: Tyres

    Avant e5 Tyres The loader can be equipped with different type of tyres for different operating conditions. Grass pattern (GR) tyres will damage the ground surface less than tractor (TR) tyres, but provide less traction. Fits with fenders Fits with snow chains...
  • Page 26 Too thick spacers may damage the hydraulic motors. Some tyres can be filled with special type of heavy Contact your Avant dealer for more foam that creates additional counterweight. The filled information. tyres are also useful in area where frequent tyre puncture with normal tyres would be expected.

  • Page 27: Tipping Load

    Avant e5 Tipping load Tipping load is the load at which the rear tyres lose WARNING Risk of tipping over - Follow contact with the ground and the loader starts to tip safety instructions. The lifting forward. A tipping load chart is shown on the next page.

  • Page 28: Tipping Load - Load Chart

    When the boom is moved to another position, the load can exceed tipping load and loader can tip over. Load chart e5 How to read the load chart Tipping load with the loader frame in straight position. Tipping load with the loader frame in maximum articulation.

  • Page 29: Rated Operating Capacity

    Avant e5 Rated operating capacity To easily determine how much load the loader can Rated operating capacity label handle safely, a table of the tipping load and a calculated Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) is shown in the adjacent label. The label is also visible from the driver's seat.

  • Page 30: Controls And Options Of The Loader

    Avant e5 Controls and options of the Loader Following picture shows the location of operating controls. The location and function of controls may be slightly different in different models, see following pages. Reference Page Dashboard Ignition switch Multi-function Display...

  • Page 31: Dashboard

    Avant e5 Dashboard Indicator lights Dashboard e5 Symbol Colour Remarks On the dashboard there is the ignition key, and additional switches and indicator lamps. Not in use in this loader model Hydraulic oil cooler fan fuse The multi-function display shows information about battery charge level, hours of use, and diagnostics Hydraulic oil cooler malfunction.

  • Page 32: Control Of Loader Boom, Auxiliary Hydraulics And Other Functions

    Avant e5 Control of loader boom, auxiliary hydraulics and other functions Most of the functions of the loader are controlled with the controls at the right side of the operator: Boom and bucket movements, auxiliary hydraulics (attachments), auxiliary hydraulics pump speed etc., depending on loader model.
  • Page 33 Avant e5 3. Telescopic boom control lever 4. Joystick - 6 function (optional extra) The telescopic boom makes many tasks easier, also those that do not involve lifting. You can, for If the loader is equipped with the optional 6 function...
  • Page 34 Avant e5 5. Hand throttle lever for pump RPM Attachment control switch pack control (optional extra) The electric motors run when the ignition key is If your loader is equipped with switched to ON position, and when the operator is...

  • Page 35: Parking Brake Switch

    12 V outlet of the loader. You mode: can also contact your Avant dealer to fit an electric  Battery charge level plug to the attachment multiconnector.

  • Page 36: Seat - Seat Belt And Seat Adjustments

    Avant e5 Seat - Seat belt and seat adjustments The angle of the back rest can be adjusted by The seating capacity of the loader pulling the lever is one person only. Never carry passengers on part of the loader or WARNING with any attachment.

  • Page 37: Lights

    Avant e5 Lights Work lights The loader is equipped with standard work lights at the front of the loader, which are controlled with a switch near the ignition switch. If the loader is equipped with the optional road traffic light kit, the standard work lights are replaced with road headlights.

  • Page 38: Cab L (Optional Extra)

    Avant e5 CAB L (optional extra) The e5 can be equipped, as an option, with cab L. case normal Shown in this chapter are the controls and features opening on the left side of that differ from the standard ROPS model.

  • Page 39: Options

    This section shows how to use correctly and safely the options that are installed to your loader. Most of the options can be installed to your loader by your Avant service point. Contact your dealer or service point for more information and availability of the options.
  • Page 40 The loader can be equipped with a trailer coupling for to e5 because of different rear frame construction. towing of light trailers. There are two types available: Make sure that the weight on the trailer is distributed...
  • Page 41 Avant e5 Make sure that the weight on the trailer is distributed Risk of shearing of hands or correctly so that the trailer cannot cause an upward fingers and impact - Unlocked or lifting force on the trailer coupling. It is recommended...
  • Page 42 Avant e5...

  • Page 43: Operating Instructions

    Avant e5 Operating instructions Always remember – safety first. Test all the functions of the loader at an open and safe place. Make sure that there are no persons in the operating area of the machine and the danger zone of the attachment.

  • Page 44: Starting The Loader

    (if fitted). remove key. Powerful loader and WARNING its attachments can be dangerous The e5 loader will not start in either in the hands of an inexperienced of the following conditions  temporary operator. Take the key...

  • Page 45: Battery Disconnect Switch

    ON. However, this has decreases suddenly by itself, even if you no effect on e5 loader model. don't move the throttle lever, or press the pedals  You notice sudden increase in vibration or...

  • Page 46: Drive Control

    Risk of tipping over - Avoid high Principle of operation speed turns. The loader can tip The Avant e5 loader is equipped with a hydrostatic over, if you turn the steering wheel WARNING drive system that is powered by an electric motor.
  • Page 47 Push pedal of the drive pedal that is pressed. lighter in this case Driving/operating modes OptiDrive™ The e5 loaders are equipped with efficient Avant Operating mode selector OptiDrive™ hydraulic drive system as standard. changes the response of the drive pedals.
  • Page 48 If the loader is used constantly in high ambient temperatures, hydraulic oil type and viscosity must be suitable for these conditions. Contact Avant service. case braking power hydrostatic...
  • Page 49 Avant e5 Steering of the machine The machine is steered with the steering wheel. The steering wheel is hydraulically powered. A practical way of controlling the loader is to steer with your left hand on the knob of the steering wheel. This way your right hand is free to operate other functions.

  • Page 50: Material Handling

    Avant e5 Material handling Whenever you handle heavy loads or heavy attachments: Make sure to use correct type of attachment for each  handled material. Use correct size and type of bucket Handle heavy loads only on firm, level ground, for general loose material handling, and pallet forks while you drive slowly with the machine.
  • Page 51 Avant e5 How to estimate actual lifting capacity The actual tipping load and stability of the loader depends on many factors that you must consider when you handle heavy loads or attachments. Listed in the table below are many factors that influence the stability of the loader.

  • Page 52: In Case The Machine Tips Over

    Avant e5 In case the machine tips over Avoid tipping over of the loader with careful operation and the instructions given throughout this manual. However, it is important to know what to do in case the machine tips over.

  • Page 53: Transport Instructions And Tie Down Points

    Avant e5 Transport instructions and tie down points  It may be necessary to tie down attachments Before transporting or lifting mount the articulation separately. frame lock, see page 72. Lower the boom down and disconnect battery.  Make sure all panels are locked in place.

  • Page 54: Lifting

    Avant e5 Lifting Tie down options The loader can be lifted by mounting appropriate lifting slings on the ROPS frame. Lifting kit A418706 includes all necessary parts to lift the loader, contact Optional equipment for frequent trailer transport your dealer.

  • Page 55: Storage

    Avant e5 Storage Towing (retrieval of the machine) If outdoors storage is necessary, protect the machine The hydrostatic drive system of the loader makes it with the designated weather cover (part no. 65436). impossible to tow the loader in other cases than moving the loader for a short distance.

  • Page 56: Working With Attachments

    Any attachment mounted on the loader must meet applicable safety and technical standards and requirements. An attachment that is not specifically designed for the loader may cause unsafe operation; make sure that Avant e5 is specifically listed in the operator's manual of the attachment. Some attachments may require the use of special protective guards or personal safety equipment.

  • Page 57: Coupling The Attachments

    Avant e5 Coupling the attachments Attaching the attachment to the loader is quick and easy, but it must be done carefully. If the attachment is not locked to the loader, it may detach from the loader and cause a hazardous situation. The loader must not be driven and the boom must never be lifted when the attachment has not been locked.
  • Page 58 Avant e5 Step 3:  Lift the boom slightly – pull the boom control lever backward to raise the attachment off the ground.  Turn the boom control lever left to turn the bottom section of the quick attach plate onto the attachment.
  • Page 59 Avant e5 Coupling adapters Avant offers coupling adapters to help the use of some specific attachments. See the operator's manual of each attachment if an adapter can be used. Both adapter types are locked to the quick coupling plate of the loader. The adapters have similar quick coupling system to lock the attachment onto the adapter and loader.

  • Page 60: Coupling The Hydraulic Hoses Of The Attachment

    Never use other than original Avant attachments CAUTION and brackets. Use of other than original Avant equipment makes it necessary to carry out detailed engineering to ensure safety, performance, and reliability of the equipment. Consult your Avant dealer if unsure about the compatibility of equipment with your Avant loader.

  • Page 61: Using The Auxiliary Hydraulics

    4. The 4 port is for the integrated electric socket of the optional Attachment control switch pack. On Avant eSeries loaders, the auxiliary hydraulics can be used when:  Driver is seated on the driver's seat  External use mode is selected with the Operation mode switch, see page Overspeed of the attachment can cause injuries or dangerous movements of the attachment.

  • Page 62: Releasing The Residual Pressure Of Hydraulic System

    Avant e5 Releasing the residual pressure of hydraulic system Make sure that there isn't pressure in the hydraulic system that could cause danger during service operations. To release the pressure in hydraulic system: 1. Lower the boom down completely and place attachment firmly on the ground 2.

  • Page 63: Battery And Charging

    Avant e5 Battery and Charging Follow the instructions in this chapter to ensure the full capacity and service life of the battery. Correct charge cycle, safe area for recharge, water replenishment, and correct operating and charge temperatures must be taken into account when operating or recharging the loader.
  • Page 64 Attachments that are used only short periods of time are best suited for the e5 loader. A new battery pack will reach its maximum capacity only after a few recharge cycles. Battery pack will slowly degrade towards the end of its useful life.

  • Page 65: Charging The Battery

    Avant e5 Charging the battery Battery produces explosive Preparation for charging WARNING gas during recharge - Make In preparation for charging, do the following: sure to charge only on well  Choose a well ventilated place, where you can ventilated area.

  • Page 66: Charger Plug Type

    An integrated charger is standard equipment for all recommended to leave the charger mains plug e5 loaders. Battery is fully charged and all cycles connected until the battery is completely full. This full completed when the green charge indicator light is lit.
  • Page 67 Avant e5 Risk of cable overheat and fire - Drive while charging Avoid using extension cables. The charging system allows to operate the loader Long or thin extension cables can CAUTION during charging. Make sure that the cable will not get heat significantly during charging entangled or pulled during use of the loader.

  • Page 68: Battery Maintenance - Water Refill

    Avant e5 Battery maintenance - water refill The battery is a flooded type lead acid battery. Some Risk of burns from acid spill - of the water of the electrolyte in the battery is Never attempt to remove the evaporated during charge.

  • Page 69: Watering Procedure

    Avant e5 Watering procedure To ensure that water is added to all battery cells, add water while the The battery pack is fitted with watering connector loader is on level ground. which allows to add water to all battery cells from a single point.

  • Page 70: Service And Maintenance

    If the maintenance schedule is not followed, and services made are not marked in the table in this manual, the warranty may not cover for damages of the loader. Service parts are available through your Avant dealer or authorised service. Contact your local Avant service or dealer for any questions or information.

  • Page 71: Access To Electric Motor Compartment

    Avant e5 High-pressure ejection of fluid may penetrate skin and cause serious injuries. - Never handle pressurised components. Before handling hydraulic components, make sure that the hydraulic DANGER system attachment loader completely depressurised. Do not hold your hand near a fitting when tightening or opening it, and never use hands to search for leaks.

  • Page 72: Installing Of Service Support And Frame Lock

    Avant e5 Frame lock: Installing of service support and frame lock A red frame lock bar is stored under the operator's cab. Installing boom service support: The red service support of the boom lift cylinder is located at the tip of the boom, behind the attachment coupling plate.

  • Page 73: Daily Inspections

    Replace cables and insulators as necessary  In case of any trouble, or if you need more information, contact your Avant dealer  Check the underside of the loader. Also check ground/floor surface for signs...
  • Page 74 Avant e5 Check after starting the loader  Check operation of pedals and steering after start. Pedals must move freely 11 Drive control and steering and not get stuck or feel stiff  Check that loader stops when not pressing the drive pedals. Do not use the loader if braking performance is decreased or if the loader creeps ...

  • Page 75: Maintenance Schedule

    Avant e5 Maintenance schedule Following tables show the maintenance and service points and intervals of the loader. There are more detailed instructions about each service operation, in numerical order, on the following pages. Every 400h / Part A - Loader...

  • Page 76: Loader Maintenance

    Avant e5 Loader maintenance 1. Cleaning of the machine 2. Greasing of the machine Cleanliness of the loader is not only a question of Greasing of pivot points is very important to avoid outer appearance. All surfaces, painted and others, wear.
  • Page 77 Avant e5 A. Articulation joint and steering cylinder D. Coupling plate B. Front frame 3. Tyre pressure check Check tyre pressure when heavy attachments and extra counterweights are not attached. Correct tyre pressure depends on intended load. Refer to Chapter Technical Specifications.
  • Page 78 Oil reach this level when hydraulic system is hot. Never overfill hydraulic oil tank. Oil can flow over, or foam inside tank. Filters - list of filters Filters for Avant e5 Hydraulic oil return filter 74093...
  • Page 79 It is recommended to leave pairs of nylon slide pads 1 and 2, accessible this service operation to your from around the boom. nearest Avant service partner.  In addition, there are pairs of aluminium-bronze Slide pad part numbers alloy slide pads 3 and 4, at the upper end of the inner boom.
  • Page 80 (18,5 MPa (185 experienced technician. Contact bar)). your AVANT dealer if you need 1. Loosen and remove the locking nut assistance. 2. Turn the adjustment screw below it with an allen key.
  • Page 81 Avant e5 Never exceed the recommended hydraulic pressure settings. Excessive hydraulic pressure may DANGER lead to hydraulic oil ejection by hose burst or component failure. Wrong adjustment will damage or wear hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and hydraulic motors. Warranty does not cover damages...

  • Page 82: Battery Maintenance

    Avant e5 Battery maintenance 4. Cleaning of battery Battery connector The battery should always be kept clean and dry to prevent so called leakage currents between battery In addition to the automatic main switch, also cells. Any dirt or liquid on the battery can cause disconnect the battery if the loader will not be used current to flow between battery cells.
  • Page 83 Individual metallic tray cells of the battery can be replaced by your nearest authorised Avant or Exide service partner. However,  Liquid leakages on battery, between cells, or on some basic tests are described here to help with...
  • Page 84 Avant e5 Replacing battery pack Insulation resistance test To remove the battery pack from the loader, use At least once per year, the insulation resistance of lifting equipment capable of lifting the entire battery the loader and the battery must be checked by an pack.

  • Page 85: Electric System & Fuses

    Avant e5 Electric system & fuses The e5 loader is equipped with 2 electric systems: 12 V Fuse box 1 1. The 48 V high current system for electric motors Hydraulic oil cooler fan fuse This system controlled by the inverters, there...
  • Page 86 The loader must be checked and serviced by authorised service machine must be taken to Avant service for before continuing use. checking. It is not allowed to repair the Diagnostics fault codes ROPS and FOPS.

  • Page 87: Troubleshoot

    Avant e5 Troubleshoot Listed below are possible causes for typical problems. In case you experience trouble with the operation of the machine, check troubleshoot lists first and if problem is not solved, contact your nearest service point or dealer.
  • Page 88 Avant e5 Problem Possible cause Remedy Drive works erratically and boom Low hydraulic oil level Check hydraulic oil level and condition. movements do not work at all, electric motors run Drive and boom movements work Air in hydraulic components...

  • Page 89: Services Made

    Avant e5 Services made 1. Customer 2. Loader model Serial number 3. Date of delivery Date of service Operating Serviced by: Remarks dd / mm / yyyy hours Stamp/signature _____/ 50 h ___/___/_____ _____/ 450 h ___/___/_____ ___/___/_____ _____/ 850 h...
  • Page 90 Avant e5 Notes...
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  • Page 92 Avant e5 Notes...
  • Page 93 Avant e5 2017 1 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DÉCLARATION DECONFORMITÉ CE EG-KONFORMITÄTS-ERKLÄRUNG Manufacturer: Fabricant : Hersteller: Avant Tecno Oy Avant Tecno Oy Avant Tecno Oy: Ylötie 1 Ylötie 1 Ylötie 1 33470 Ylöjärvi, Finland 33470 Ylöjärvi, Finlande 33470 Ylöjärvi, Finnland...

  • Page 94: Index

    Hydraulic oil cooler fan fuse - Dashboard - 31 Battery connector - 14, 82 31, 85 Dashboard e5 - 30, 31, 39, 66 Battery disconnect switch - 45 Hydraulic oil level - 78 Description of the loader - 17 Battery life - 64...
  • Page 95 Avant e5 Safety instructions - 70 Windscreen washer and wiper - 30, 38 Seat - Seat belt and seat Main parts of the loader - 18 adjustments - 36 Work lights - 37 Main switch - 45 Seat adjustments - 36...
  • Page 96 AVANT has a policy of continuous development, and retains the right to change specifications without notice. © 2017 Avant Tecno Oy. All rights reserved. www.avanttecno.com...

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