Nilfisk Alto R 580 B User Manual

146 2601 000(1)2005-03 A

FLOORTEC R 580 B

While reading this Manual, the Operator must pay 
particular attention to these symbols.
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately 
replace them if they are damaged.

The machine requires one 24V battery, or four 6V 
batteries in serial connection.
The machine can be supplied in one of the following 
modes:
a)

Batteries already installed and ready to be used.
1. Lift the hood (13, Fig. C) and secure it with the rod 

(16, Fig. V). 
Check that the batteries are connected to the 
machine through the related connector (4, Fig. V).

2. Disengage the support rod an lower the hood and 

ensure that it is correctly closed.

3. Insert the ignition key (18, Fig. B) in the control 

panel and turn it to “I” position (without activating 
the forward/reverse gear pedal 20, Fig. B).
If the green warning light (9, Fig. B) turns on, the 
battery is ready to be used.
If the yellow or red warning light (8 or 7, Fig. B) 
turns on, it is necessary to charge the battery (see 
procedure in Maintenance chapter).

Batteries installed on the machine but dry, that is 
without electrolyte.
1. Lift the hood (13, Fig. C) and secure it with the rod 

(16, Fig. V).

2. Remove the battery caps (3, Fig. V).

3. Fill the cells (or each element) of the batteries with 

sulphuric acid for batteries (density from 1.27 to 
1.29 Kg at 25°C) in accordance with the 
instructions given in the Battery User's Manual.
The correct quantity of sulphuric acid is indicated 
in the Battery Manual.
Let the battery rest and fill in with sulphuric acid in 
accordance with the instructions specified in the 
Battery manual.

4. Charge the batteries (see the relevant procedure 

in the Maintenance chapter).

Without battery
1. Buy appropriate batteries (see the Technical 

Characteristics paragraph).
For the battery choice and installation, apply to 
qualified battery retailers.

2. Install the batteries and set the battery type (WET 

or GEL) on the machine (see the following 
paragraph).

3. Charge the batteries (see the relevant procedure 

in the Maintenance chapter).

On some points of the machine there are 
some adhesive plates indicating:
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