INTRODUCTION
This manual will help you get the most from your Advance fl oor machine. Read
it thoroughly before operating the machine.
This product is intended for commercial use only.
PARTS AND SERVICE
Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Advance
Service Center, who employs factory trained service personnel, and maintains
an inventory of Advance original replacement parts and accessories.
Call the Advance dealer named below for repair parts or service. Please
specify the Model and Serial Number when discussing your machine.
MODIFICATIONS
Modifi cations and additions to the cleaning machine which affect capacity
and safe operation shall not be performed by the customer or user without
prior written approval from Nilfi sk, Inc. Unapproved modifi cations will void the
machine warranty and make the customer liable for any resulting accidents.
NAME PLATE
The Model Number and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the
Nameplate on the bottom of the machine. This information is needed when
ordering repair parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model
Number and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER ______________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________________________________
UNCRATE THE MACHINE
When the machine is delivered, carefully inspect the shipping carton and the
machine for damage. If damage is evident, save the shipping carton so that
it can be inspected. Contact the Advance Customer Service Department
immediately to fi le a freight damage claim (phone number is provided on the
back cover of this manual).
(A)-KNOW YOUR MACHINE
1
Operator Handle Grips
2
Switch Lever Safety Lock Button
3
Switch Levers - Squeeze - ON / Release - OFF
4
Handle Release Latch
5
Power Cord
6
Operator Handle
7
Motor Brush Wear Indicator Light
revised 5/2016
PREPARING THE FLOOR
Before each use of this machine, the fl oor must be clean and completely
dry. Clean the fl oor with an automatic fl oor scrubber or a damp mop, using a
solution of water and neutral cleaner.
CAUTION!
This machine should be used only on fl oors that are coated with a fl oor fi nish
suitable for burnishing. Contact your local Advance Distributor for further
information on fl oor fi nishing products.
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR USE
WARNING!
This machine contains moving parts. To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the power cord before servicing.
B - INSTALLING THE PAD
To install a pad, tip the machine back on it's handle. Remove the Pad Retainer
"A" (in the center of the pad holder) by turning counter-clockwise to loosen.
Put the proper size Pad "B" on the Pad Holder Hub "C". Re-install the Pad
Retainer "A" by turning clockwise to tighten.
OPERATION
1
Unwrap the Power Cord (5) and plug it in to an outlet.
2
Unlatch the Operator Handle (6) by pushing forward on the Handle
Release Latch (4) with your foot. Continue to hold latch (4) while
pulling the handle (6) back. It is normal for the base of the machine
to lift off of the fl oor slightly when the handle is lowered. It will pull
itself down against the fl oor as soon as the motor is started.
3
Hold one of the Operator Hand Grips (1) fi rmly, push the Safety
Lock Button (2) and then compress the Switch Levers (3) to start the
motor. NOTE: The Safety Lock Button (2) will not depress unless
the Operator Handle (6) has been released and tilted back into the
operating position. When the dual controlled Switch Levers (3) are
released, the machine shuts off immediately.
4
Push the machine forward in a straight line, at a slow walking speed.
Overlap each pass about 1-3 inches (25-75 mm).
5
When using a polishing pad, check every 15 minutes to see if the pad
is loaded up with wax and dirt. If it is, turn the pad over to expose the
clean side, or install a clean pad.
FORM NO. 71279A - Advolution 20, 20XP - 5
EN
ENGLISH