ENGLISH revised 4/12 READ THIS BOOK CAUTION: Read the Operator’s Manual before using the appliance. This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Nilfi...
ENGLISH OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER statements found in your Owner’s Manual and on your machine. WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury to you or to other personnel;...
ENGLISH WARNING: Electrical components of this machine can “short-out” if exposed to water or moisture. Keep the electrical compo- nents of the machine dry. Wipe the machine down after each use. For storage, keep the machine in a dry building. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fi...
ENGLISH PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTING How To Put The Machine In A Van Or Truck WARNING: The machine is heavy. Make sure you use two able persons to assist the machine in climbing the ramp. 1. Make sure the loading ramp is at least eight (8) feet long, and strong enough to support the machine. 2.
ENGLISH SYMBOLS USED ON SCRUBTEC Hazard Alert Symbol On/Off Key Switch WARNING! Carefully read all instructions before Traverse Speed Control performing any procedure. WARNING! Do not use the machine on slopes exceeding the specifi cations. “One Touch” Control WARNING! Do not wash the machine with direct or pressurized water jets.
ENGLISH MACHINE CONTROL PANEL Key Switch (See Figure 1, Item “A”) The key switch turns “ON” the power to the control panel. “O” is “OFF” and “I” is “ON”. Traverse Speed Switch (See Figure #1, Item “B”) The speed control varies from low to high speed. To increase the speed, turn the knob to the right. To decrease the speed, turn the knob to the left. One Touch Control Button (See Figure 1, Item “C”) The one touch control button raises and lowers the brush head assembly, starts and stops the vacuum motor automatically.
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ENGLISH MACHINE CONTROL PANEL Figure 1 Nilfi sk ALTO Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C FORM NO. 71492A - 9 -...
ENGLISH MACHINE CONTROLS AND FEATURES Squeegee Lift Handle (Manual Squeegee Lift) (See fi gure 2) The squeegee lift handle is located below the control handles in the center. It is used to raise or lower the squeegee. Float Shut Off (See Figure 3). The shut-off switch for the vac motor is located in the recovery tank.
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION How to program battery charger (WET or AGM batteries): According to the type of batteries (WET or AGM), set the machine and electronic board of the battery charger as follows: Charger Setting Turn the key switch “ON”...
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION Battery Maintenance The electrical power to operate the machine comes from the storage batteries. Storage batteries need preventative maintenance. WARNING: Working with batteries can be dangerous. Always wear eye protection and protective Correct Level clothing when working near batteries.
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION How To Charge The Batteries WARNING: Charging the batteries in an area without ade- quate ventilation could result in an explosion. To prevent an explosion, charge the batteries only in an area with good ventilation. WARNING: Lead acid batteries generate gases which could explode.
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION How To Install The Brush Or Pad (BOOST Machine) To install the brush or pad on the machine, follow this procedure: 1. Turn the key switch “ON”. 2. Put the brush head assembly in the “Up” position. 3.
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION How To Install The Brushes Or Pad Drivers On The Disc Machine To install the brushes or pad drivers on the machine, follow this procedure: 1. Turn the key switch “ON”. 2. Put the brush head assembly in the “UP” position. 3.
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ENGLISH HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION How To Change Or Reverse Bristle Direction On Cylindrical Machine To install or reverse bristle direction on the machine, follow this procedure: 1. Turn the key switch “ON”. 2. Put the brush head assembly in the “UP” position. 3.
ENGLISH HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE How To Operate the Squeegee The squeegee wipes the fl oor while the vacuum motor removes the dirty solution from the fl oor. Use your hand to lower or raise the squeegee handle. To operate the squeegee, follow this procedure: 1.
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ENGLISH HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE How To Operate The Chemical Mixing System (Optional) The chemical mixing system is designed to automatically mix the cleaning chemical directly from the manufacturer’s chemical contain- er into the clear water coming from the solution tank. The chemical control knob on the control panel is used to select the desired ratio according to the recommendation of the chemical manufacturer and the application requirements.
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ENGLISH HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materials used with this type of machine can leave wet areas on the fl oor surface. These areas can cause a danger- ous condition for the operator or other persons. Always put CAUTION signs near the area you are cleaning.
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ENGLISH HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE How To Clean A Floor WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materials used with this type of machine can leave wet areas on the fl oor surfaces. These areas can cause a dangerous condition for the operator or other persons. Always put CAUTION signs near the area you are cleaning.
ENGLISH MAINTENANCE WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be done by au- thorized personnel only. WARNING: Always empty the solution tank and recovery tank before doing any maintenance. WARNING: Keep all fasteners tight. These Maintenance Procedures Must Be Done Every Day Keep the machine clean, it will need fewer repairs and have longer life.
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ENGLISH MAINTENANCE Do These Procedures When You End Your Work 1. Drain the solution tank (if necessary) (Figure 22) and the recovery tank (Figure 23). To drain the tanks, follow this procedure: a. Turn the key switch “OFF”. b. Remove the drain hose from the back of the machine. c.
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ENGLISH MAINTENANCE These Maintenance Procedures Must Be Done Every Week: WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. Always empty the solution tank and the recovery tank before doing any maintenance. Keep all fasteners tight. WARNING: Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near batteries.
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ENGLISH MAINTENANCE Maintenance For The Squeegee To remove the squeegee, follow this procedure: 1. Remove the squeegee assembly by loosening the two knobs that attach the squeegee to the machine. Pull the squeegee assembly off. See fi gure 25. 2. Inspect the squeegee blades. 3.
ENGLISH HOW TO CORRECT PROBLEMS IN THE MACHINE PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION The squeegee is up Lower the squeegee. The machine does not remove all the water from the fl oor. The vacuum tank is full. Drain the tank. The screen fi lter is dirty. Clean the screen fi...
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ENGLISH Nilfi sk ALTO -26- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
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ENGLISH Nilfi sk ALTO Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C FORM NO. 71492A - 27 -...
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ENGLISH NOTES Nilfi sk ALTO -28- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
ENGLISH SCRUBTEC SCRUBTEC 866 SCRUBTEC 871 SCRUBTEC 871C SCRUBTEC 886 Section II Parts and Service Manual (71492A) Nilfi sk ALTO Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C FORM NO. 71492A - 29 -...
ENGLISH revised 2/12 FRAME ASSEMBLY See Detail A Detail A Nilfi sk ALTO -48- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
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ENGLISH revised 2/12 FRAME ASSEMBLY Item Ref. No. Description Item Ref. No. Description 56003390 Scr Hex M8x1.25x90mm 980614 Washer, 1/4” Starlock External 980205 Washer, .31 ID x 1.06 OD 170860 Washer, Flat 5/16 61937A Spacer, .590 OD x .328 ID 69639A Strap, Static 88612A...
ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC 866 FRONT Nilfi sk ALTO -50- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
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ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC 866 Item Ref. No. Description 722030 Clamp, Hose 782002 Clamp, Manifold 920248 Nut, 3/8-16. Esna, Jam 962244 Screw, 3/8-16 X .75 Hex 962714 Screw, Gimble Mount 980638 Washer, 3/8 Lock 980645 Washer, 3/8” S.A.E. Flat 980648 Washer 17/32 X 1 1/16 Plain 56109717...
ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC 871 FRONT Nilfi sk ALTO -52- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
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ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC 871 Item Ref. No. Description 722030 Clamp, Hose 782002 Clamp, Manifold 920248 Nut, 3/8-16. Esna, Jam 962244 Screw, 3/8-16 X .75 Hex 962714 Screw, Gimble Mount 980638 Washer, 3/8 Lock 980645 Washer, 3/8” S.A.E. Flat 980648 Washer 17/32 X 1 1/16 Plain 56109717...
ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC 886 FRONT Nilfi sk ALTO -54- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC BOOST 8 FRONT Nilfi sk ALTO -56- FORM NO. 71492A Operator’s Manual (EN) - SCRUBTEC 866, 871, 866, Boost 8 and 871C...
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ENGLISH revised 12/11 BRUSH HEAD ASSY - SCRUBTEC BOOST 8 Item Ref. No. Description E04016 Spring 170860 Washer, Flat 5/16 722030 Clamp, Hose 782002 Clamp, Manifold 925589 Pin, Roll 56001881 Scr, Flt Soc 1/4-20 NOTE 1 TSBCL2010-12 962139 Screw, 1/4-20x.625 Hex Cap 88618A Nut, M12 Nylon Insert 980638...
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