Machine Data Label Overview The Chariot® CV86 is a battery powered, stand-on, wide area vacuum intended for commercial use. The Chariot® CV86 brushes and vacuums debris from the floor and stores it in the debris tray and vacuum bag. Warranty Registration Thank you for purchasing a Kärcher North America product.
How To Use This Manual This manual contains the following sections: The SAFETY section contains important information regarding hazardous or unsafe practices of the • How to Use This Manual machine. Levels of hazards are identified that could • Safety result in product damage, personal injury, or severe •...
Safety Safety Label Locations These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the machine. If at any time the labels become illegible, promptly replace them. EMPLACEMENT DE L'ÉTIQUETTE DE SÉCURITÉREMARQUE : Ces dessins indiquent l'emplacement des étiquettes de sécurité sur la machine. Si, à tout moment, les étiquettes deviennent illisibles, contactez votre représentant autorisé...
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic precaution must always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Use only indoors. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain. Use only as described in this manual.
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Safety MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES Lors de l'utilisation d'un appareil à batteries, il est nécessaire de respecter systématiquement des mesures de sécurité de base, comme suit: PRENEZ NOTE DE TOUTES CES MESURES AVANT D'UTILISER CETTE MACHINE. Pour réduire les risques d'incendie, de chocs électriques, ou de blessures: N'utiliser cette machine qu'en intérieur.
Safety The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions: HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY. The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions: WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
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Safety Les symboles ci-dessous sont utilisés à travers ce manuel comme illustré dans leurs descriptions: DEGRÉS DE RISQUES EN CAS DE DANGER Il existe trois degrés de risques identifiés par les termes signalétiques -AVERTISSEMENT et ATTENTION et POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ. Le degré de risque est défini de la manière suivante: AVERTISSEMENT - Dangers ou méthodes dangereuses qui POURRAIENT provoquer de graves blessures ou entraîner la mort.
Operations Technical Specifications ITEM DIMENSION/CAPACITY Nominal Power 1600 W Rated Voltage 36 Volts DC Rated Amperage 43 Amps Batteries 3 X 12 Volt 205-234 @ 20 hr. rate Battery Compartment Dimensions 21in. X 16in. X 17in. (533mm X 406mm X 432mm) Battery, Lithium 38.4 Volts Battery, Lithium - Dimensions...
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Operations ITEM MEASURE Height 50.0 inches (1270 mm) Length 52.1 inches (1323 mm) Width without deck 30.6 inches (777 mm) Width of deck 31.9 inches (811mm) Width with side broom 34.2 inches (869 mm) WIDTH LENGTH WITH SIDE BROOM HEIGHT This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Operations How This Machine Works The function of the operator control system is to control the direction and speed of the machine. The directional The Chariot® CV86 is a battery powered, self- control system consists of the direction control drive propelled, vacuum intended for commercial use.
Operations Controls 1. Key Switch 2. Emergency Stop Switch 3. Directional Control / Drive Reset Switch 4. Throttle Pedal 5. Horn Button 6. Steering Wheel 7. Function Mode Switch 8. Battery Discharge Indicator 9. Hour Meter 10. Vacuum System Status Indicator 11.
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Operations 4. Throttle Pedal Controls the speed of the vehicle within the speed control setting selected. Pressing the pedal causes the machine to travel in the direction selected by the Directional Control Switch. To increase speed, increase pressure on the pedal. To decrease speed, decrease pressure on the pedal.
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Operations Slow Transport This mode is used for machine transport. In this mode the machine will propel at slow speed. The 'floating' brush deck and side broom are in the up position. The brushes, side broom, and vacuum are off. Fast Transport This mode is used for machine transport.
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Operations 8. Battery Charge Level Indicator Indicates the charge level of the batteries. The meter display is divided into 10 bars. Bars illuminated on the far right indicate full charge. Bars flashing near the left side indicate the batteries should be recharged. Further operation of the machine could damage the machine or the batteries.
Operations Machine Operation Emergency Stop Procedures 1. Push in emergency stop button. This will engage Pre-Run Machine Inspection the brake and cause the machine to stop immedi- ately. Do a pre-run inspection to find possible problems that could cause poor performance or lost time from break- down.
Operations Normal Vacuuming To Begin Vacuuming Plan the vacuuming pattern in advance. The longest track is around the perimeter of the area to be cleaned. For efficient operation, the runs should be the longest When operating the machine around people, pay possible without turning or stopping.
Operations To Stop Vacuuming 7. Retrieve a new clean vacuum bag from the storage strap on the cover lid. 1. Remove foot from throttle pedal allowing pedal to return to neutral. 2. Turn machine power off or switch to transport only mode.
Maintenance Service Schedule BEFORE AFTER EACH MAINTENANCE EACH WORK WORK 50 HRS 100 HRS 200 HRS PERIOD PERIOD Check water level of batteries after charging; add distilled water if necessary (Wet cell only) Check that the vacuum box lid seals tightly Check for damaged or worn tires.
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Maintenance Batteries (Wet Cell Only) The batteries provide the power to operate the Wear eye protection and protective clothing when machine. The batteries require regular maintenance to working with batteries. keep them operating at peak efficiency. The machine batteries will hold their charge for long periods of time, but they can only be charged a certain number of times.
Maintenance Checking Battery Specific Gravity Charging Batteries Use a hydrometer to check the battery specific gravity. When servicing machine, avoid contact with battery acid. Lors de l'entretien de la machine, évitez tout contact avec l'acide de batterie. Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Explosion or fire can result.
Maintenance External Charger 8. (Wet Cell Only) Check the electrolyte level. It should be up to the indicator ring. If necessary, add Use a 36 volt, 20 amp maximum output DC charger distilled water. Install the battery caps. which will automatically shut off when the batteries are 9.
Maintenance Changing Batteries Stop the machine in a clean area next to the charger. Turn off machine. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing the machine; stop on level surface, turn off machine and remove key. 1. Remove the rear cover. 2.
Maintenance Onboard Charger (Optional) 4. Replace charger label and lower charger back into cover. Tighten four nuts to secure charger to mounting bracket. Circuit Breaker must be off before unplugging batteries or connecting the charger AC plug to a wall outlet. Le disjoncteur doit être coupé...
Maintenance Lithium Battery (Optional) This product must be recycled and is made of recycled products Chemical Risk Lithium batteries are chemical risk if mis-operated, mishandled or abused. Les batteries au lithium présentent un risque chimique si elles sont mal utilisées, manipulées incorrecte- ment.
Maintenance Transportation If the battery is not installed in equipment, it must be transported in the original package or equivalent. Batteries are tested according to UN Handbook of Tests and Criteria, part III, sub section 38.3 (ST/SG/AC. 10/11/ Rev.5). For transport, the batteries belong to category UN3480, Class 9, Packaging Group II. Operating Limits The battery should not be operated outside these operating limits: Operating Limits...
Maintenance Handling • Install and secure new battery. Be careful not to ground the terminals to any metal mounting, fixture, or body part • Connect battery cables. Connect ground cable last to avoid sparks Read Safety Section before installing the battery. •...
Maintenance Charging Discharging • Turn on battery. Before operating the charger make sure to read and • Turn on load understand the instructions that come with the charger. NOTE: Do not discharge battery below Never attempt to charge a battery without first recommended minimum operating voltages.
Maintenance Troubleshooting CORRECTIVE ACTIONS Battery Won’t Turn On: Stop discharge or charge High Temperature Leave the battery to cool Does the battery turn on for a short Low Temperature Stop discharge or charge Symptom time, then turn itself off? High Voltage If charging, stop charge The battery is likely in a low voltage or Do not discharge the battery.
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Maintenance Changing Battery Recycling and Disposal Stop the machine in a clean area. Turn off machine. Batteries must not be mixed with domestic or industrial waste. Discover’s Advanced Energy Systems are FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing the recyclable and must be processed through a machine;...
Maintenance Brush Removal & Bearing Cleaning Side Broom Removal NOTE: The brushes should wear evenly side to side. 1. Remove cotter and clevis pins from side broom Brushes should be replaced as a set when bristle assembly. length wears to height of yellow PerformAlert™ 2.
Maintenance Remove Brush Deck Brush Deck Actuator Removal/ Replacement 1. Lower brush deck. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing 2. Turn off machine. machine, stop on a level surface. Turn off 3. Disconnect brush motor power cable. machine. 4. Disconnect vacuum hose from debris tray. 1.
Maintenance Deck Actuator Adjustment The actuator will need to be adjusted when replaced. Do not use a pressure washer to clean around the To adjust the actuator: brush motors. Use tap pressure only. 1. While holding the actuator barrel to prevent it from spinning, apply power to the actuator such that it is fully extended.
Maintenance COVER LID COVER LID VACUUM BAG BAG SUPPORT BAG SUPPORT BAG SUPPORT BRACKET VACUUM PLATE VACUUM HOSE CLAMP VACUUM MOTOR ASSEMBLY 5. Loosen hose clamp, then disconnect hose from assembly. 6. Disconnect vacuum motor cables. Disconnect batteries before working on machine. Only qualified personnel should work inside machine.
Maintenance Circuit Protection Circuit Breakers 1. MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Interrupts the flow of power from batteries in the event of an electrical overload. When the circuit breaker is tripped, it can be reset by pressing the toggle switch. If the circuit breaker continues to trip, the cause of the electrical overload must be corrected.
Maintenance Electric Brake Engagement Drive Motor Carbon Brush Replacement FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on a level surface, turn off machine and remove key. Do not use a pressure washer to clean around the Electric Brake Engagement motors.
Maintenance Transporting Trailer Loading/Unloading Brush deck must be in the up position before loading. Pushing Machine Once loaded, lower brush deck, turn off machine, and The machine may be pushed for short distances at ensure brake is engaged. Block the tires to prevent the speeds not to exceed 5 mph.
Maintenance Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Check all battery cable connections; No power to machine Battery disconnected replace or tighten as necessary. Emergency shut-off activated Reset Faulty key switch Replace switch Battery cables corroded Clean connections On board charger plugged in Unplug and stow cord Main circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker...
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Maintenance Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Poor brushing performance Debris caught in brushes Remove debris Worn brushes Replace brushes Low battery charge Charge batteries Brush deck goes down, then Check wire connections and actuator, Faulty actuator circuit or actuator raises replace or tighten as necessary. Debris tray needs to be emptied Excessive amounts of large or heavy Remove debris tray insert...
Maintenance Controller Fault Codes ERROR CODE PROBLEM SOLUTION DELUXE THE BATTERY NEEDS CHARGING OR THERE IS A BAD TRACTION MOTOR AND CONNECTION FROM THE BATTERY TO THE TRACTION CONTROLLER ERROR CONTROLLER. CHARGE BATTERY OR CALL FOR SERVICE AND HAVE TECHNICIAN CHECK WIRING. TRACTION MOTOR THE TRACTION MOTOR HAS A BAD CONNECTION.