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SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 Instructions for use Instructions for use 03/2016 1466465000 English Model: 9084410010 - 9084413010...
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Declaração de conformidade Модел / Model / Modell / Model / Modelo / Mudel / Modèle / Malli / Model SW5500 - FLOORTEC R 985 / Μοντέλο / Modell / Model / Modello / Modelis / Modelis / Modell / Model / Modelo / Model / Model / Модель...
Nilfisk 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 change and/or addition of accessory must be approved and performed by Nilfisk. SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurised water jets. WARNING! Do not use the machine on slopes with a gradient exceeding the specifications. WARNING! Moving parts. WARNING! Moving parts. Danger of crushing. WARNING! Parts under voltage. Presence of corrosive fluids. 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
– Before performing any maintenance procedure, disconnect the battery charger cable from the electrical mains to avoid any risk of fire, electric shock or injuries. – Do not smoke while charging the batteries. SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
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– The machine must be disposed of properly, because of the presence of toxic-harmful materials (batteries, oils, etc.), which are subject to standards that require disposal in special centres (see the Scrapping chapter). 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
13. Right door (to be opened for performing maintenance 32. Removable left side panel procedures only) 33. Anchoring slots for transport (not for lifting) 14. Left door (for main broom removal) 15. Right side broom SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ENGLISH MACHINE STRUCTURE (Continues) P100891 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
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42. Lead batteries (WET) or gel batteries (GEL-AGM) 47. Open hood safety rod 43. Battery caps (for WET batteries only) 48. Electronic battery charger (optional) 44. Battery connection diagrams 45. Battery connector BATTERY BATTERY PLUG PLUG P100892 SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
69. Emergency push-button. Press it in case of emergency to stop all the machine functions. To deactivate the emergency push-button, turn it in the direction shown by the arrow. 70. USB socket (optional) 55 53 P100893 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
USB™ socket – Sprung seat For further information concerning the optional accessories, contact an authorised Retailer. TECHNICAL DATA Model SW5500 B - FLOORTEC R 985 B Cleaning width with one side broom 1,175 mm with two side brooms 1,500 mm...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ENGLISH TECHNICAL DATA (Continues) Model SW5500 B - FLOORTEC R 985 B Weight weight without batteries 636 Kg total weight (*) 1,101 Kg front axle weight (*) 502 Kg rear axle weight (*) 599 Kg gross vehicle weight (GVW)
Dust guard system pump motor (optional) Accelerator pedal Opened hopper sensor High hopper sensor Rotated hopper sensor Main broom wear sensor Driving wheel temperature sensor Emergency push-button Driver’s seat safety microswitch Trackunit (optional) USB port (optional) SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ENGLISH WIRING DIAGRAM (Continues) P100894 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
(71-D) is lit, the machine is ready for use. When only one battery symbol segment remains and starts flashing , it is advisable to recharge the batteries (see procedure in the Maintenance chapter). SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
The emergency push-button (69) also deactivates the machine’s automatic deceleration system; if operated while moving, use the service brake (6) to stop the machine. Turn the ignition key (51) to “0” and remove it. 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
(see procedure in the Main/Side Broom Height Check and Adjustment paragraph of the Maintenance chapter), a safety system stops the motor. The machine must be switched off and on again to restart work after a stop due to an overload. SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
Check that the hopper opening icon (71-K) on the display disappears and the buzzer stops to be sure that the hopper (12) has fully returned to its working position. The machine is ready to start sweeping again. 240 Kg (530 lb) P100895 Figure 1 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
To perform maintenance procedures, the machine must be off, the ignition key removed, and, if necessary, the batteries must be disconnected. Read carefully the instructions in the Safety chapter before performing any maintenance procedure. SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
(2) Or before start-up. (3) Or more often in dusty areas. (4) Or more frequently if the machine is used on slopes. (5) Change the hydraulic system oil after 500 hours or every year. 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
Remove any square guide or bracket fastening the batteries. Check that WET battery caps (43) are closed, to prevent the highly corrosive acid from leaking out of the batteries. With the help of an appropriate hoisting system, remove the batteries (42). SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
(43). Reconnect the battery connector (45) to the machine connector. Remove the support rod (47) and close the hood (19). Now the machine is ready to be used. 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
300 sec 600 sec BRGH Display contrast RESET Resets all parameters to the factory default values Installed Battery type Value Battery with liquid acid electrolyte GEL / AGM Generic GEL or AGM batteries SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
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MAIN BROOM hour counter (main broom usage time) – DRIVE hour counter (drive system usage time) – VACUUM hour counter (vacuum system usage time) To return to the main screen (E, Fig. 3), press push-button (A). P100900 Figure 6 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
If it is not possible to adjust the print (A, Fig. 8) properly, because the pressure on the floor at the ends of the broom is different, refer to the Service Manual. P100903 Figure 9 SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
12. Refit the left door (A, Fig. 10) and close it with the fasteners (B). CAUTION! Check and adjust the main broom height as shown in the previous paragraph. P100905 Figure 11 P100906 Figure 12 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
When the broom is too worn to be adjusted, replace it as shown in the next paragraph. NOTE If necessary, the side broom tilting can be adjusted too (see the procedure in the Service Manual). P100908 Figure 14 SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
Install on the hub (D) the new side broom with the protection flange. Insert the fastening pin and engage its safety clip. Check and adjust the side broom height as shown in the previous paragraph. P100909 Figure 15 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
Install the filter with the wire gauze upwards (D Fig. 17). • If the filter gasket is damaged or missing, it must be replaced. Press the lever (E) to disengage and close the cover (B, Fig. 16). Engage the fasteners (A). SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
Figure 19 10. For the skirt replacement, see the Service Manual. Reassembly 11. Assemble the components in the reverse order of disassembly. 0÷3 mm (0÷0,12 in) FRONT P100914 Figure 20 P100915 Figure 21 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
23. If necessary, add oil through the plug (A), using the oil specified in Technical Data paragraph. Remove the support rod (47) and close the hood (19). P100917 Figure 23 SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
When the hopper is lifted, the sensor reduces the machine speed, turns off the vacuum fan and stops the broom rotation. HOPPER SAFETY VALVE When the hopper is lifted, the safety valve on the hydraulic lifting cylinder prevents the hopper to accidentally lower. P100918 Figure 24 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
Clean. work. The pump is faulty. Replace. (*) Procedure to be performed by Nilfisk Service Center. For further information contact a Nilfisk Service Center, where it is possible to consult the Service Manual. SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
– Hydraulic system oil – Hydraulic system oil filter – Plastic hoses and components – Electrical and electronic components (*) Refer to the nearest Nilfisk Center especially when scrapping electrical and electronic components. 1466465000 - SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 03/2016...
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ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SW5500, FLOORTEC R 985 - 1466465000 03/2016...
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Nilfi sk S.p.A. Registered offi ce: Via F. Turati 16/18, 20121 Milano Administrative offi ce: Strada Comunale della Braglia n° 18 - 26862 Guardamiglio (Lodi) Phone: +39 0377 451124 - Fax: +39 0377 51443 www.nilfi sk.com...
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