User manual NILFISK UHB 51-1500

[. . . ] Send batteries to lead smelter for reclamation following applicable federal, state and local regulations. * Working with batteries can be dangerous!Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near batteries. Do not put tools or other metal objects across the battery terminals, or the tops of the batteries. [. . . ] This gas can be ignited by any arc, spark or flame. Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Nilfisk Service Center, who employs factory trained service personnel, and maintains an inventory of Nilfisk original replacement parts and accessories. Call the Nilfisk dealer named below for repair parts or service. Please specify the Model and Serial Number when discussing your machine. Remove all jewelry Do not smoke Wear safety glasses Work in a well-ventilated area Do not allow tools to touch more than one battery terminal at a time. 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. Electrical components in this machine can be severely damaged if the batteries are not installed and connected properly. Batteries should be installed by your local Nilfisk dealer or by a qualified electricain. The UHB 51-1500 may be used with three 12 volt 185 amp hour batteries or three 12 volt 234 amp hour AGM batteries. The battery charger must be reprogrammed when switching from lead acid to AGM batteries. 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 Nilfisk Customer Service Department immediately to file a freight damage claim (phone number is provided on the back cover of this manual). Your local Nilfisk distributor can provide the proper pads and floor finishes for use with this machine. Using the wrong kind of pad on this machine can damage the floor. the pad must be centered properly on the pad holder to prevent machine vibration. For pad installation, follow the steps below (see steps 1 - 6 in Figure C): While holding the pad retainer with one hand, rotate the pad and pad driver counter clockwise to loosen the pad retainer. Remove the old pad and install a new one, being careful to center it on the pad driver. retighten the pad retainer as tight as possible. Raise the back of the machine to lower the pad housing by lifting as shown. [. . . ] To avoid damage to floor surfaces, wipe water and acid from the top of the batteries after charging. Acid can spill onto the floor if the batteries are overfilled. IMPORTANT Motor damage resulting from failure to service carbon brushes is not covered under warranty. (E) PAD ASSIST MACHINE DOES NOT PULL ITSELF For pad assist adjustment, follow the steps below (see steps 1 - 6 in Figure E): 1 Tip burnisher back as shown to gain access to the pivot bracket. [. . . ]