This manual will help you get the most from your Nilfi sk-Advance Advolution™ 2710 / UHR 70-1700. Read it thoroughly before operating the
machine.
Note: Bold numbers in parentheses indicate an item illustrated on pages 10 – 11.
This product is intended for commercial use only.
PARTS AND SERVICE
Repairs, when required, should be performed by Nilfi sk-Advance service personnel using Nilfi sk-Advance original replacement parts and
accessories.
Call Nilfi sk-Advance for repair parts or service. Please specify the Model and Serial Number when discussing your machine.
NAME PLATE
The Model and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the Nameplate on the machine. This information is needed when ordering repair
parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.
MODEL ________________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ________________________________________
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
CAUTION!
Before transporting the machine on an open truck or trailer, make sure that . . .
• The machine is tied down securely.
• All access doors and covers are secured (tape and strap as needed).
TOWING
Reference page 8 for towing instructions.
OTHER MANUALS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR MACHINE
The manuals listed below can be found via Nilfi sk-Advance’s two electronic supported databases. They are:
• Nilfi sk-Advance Dealer Customer Zone
• Ezparts service / parts CD-Rom
•Parts List - Form Number 56042468
• Instructions for Use - Form Number 56041634 (English, Spanish)
56041635 (Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish)
This machine is only suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offi ces other than
normal residential housekeeping purposes.
Read all instructions before using.
WARNING!
To reduce risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury:
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• This machine shall be used only by properly trained and authorized persons.
• This machine is for dry use only and shall not be used or stored outdoors in wet conditions.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking materials away from batteries. Explosive gases are vented during normal operation.
• Charging the batteries produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. Charge batteries with seat cover open in well-ventilated areas,
away from open fl ame. Do not smoke while charging the batteries.
• Remove all jewelry when working near electrical components.
• Turn the key switch off (O) and disconnect the batteries before servicing electrical components.
• Never work under a machine without safety blocks or stands to support the machine.
• Do not dispense fl ammable cleaning agents, operate the machine on or near these agents, or operate in areas where fl ammable
liquids exist.
• Do not clean this machine with a pressure washer.
• This machine is not approved for use on public paths or roads.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air fl ow.
• Do not use on surfaces having a gradient exceeding that marked on the machine.
• When operating this machine, ensure that third parties, particularly children, are not endangered.
• Before performing any service function, carefully read all instructions pertaining to that function.
• Do not leave the machine unattended without fi rst turning the key switch off (O) and removing the key. The parking brake is
automatically activated at this time.
• Turn the key switch off (O) and remove the key, before changing the brushes, and before opening any access panels.
• Take precautions to prevent hair, jewelry, or loose clothing from becoming caught in moving parts.
• Do not use without dust bag and / or fi lters in place.
• Do not stand on the pad housing.
• This machine is not suitable for picking up health endangering dust.
• The batteries must be removed from the machine before the machine is scrapped. The disposal of the batteries should be
safely done in accordance with your local environmental regulations.
• All doors and covers are to be positioned as indicated in the instruction manual before using the machine.
• Refer to the battery charger OEM product manual for additional specifi c battery charger warnings.
Charge Batteries X
Check/Clean/Replace Burnishing Pad X
Check/Replace Dust Collection Bag X
Check Battery Water Level(s) X
Check/Replace Pad Shroud Skirt X
Chain Tension - Steering X
Lubrication - Grease Fittings X
Check Carbon Brush Wear On Pad/Drive/Vacuum Motors X
Note: See the individual machine system sections for maintenance information.
* Have Nilfi sk-Advance check the vacuum motor carbon motor brushes once a year or after 300 operating hours. The pad and drive motor carbon
brushes check every 500 hours or once a year.
WARNING!
Turn the key switch off and disconnect the batteries before servicing the machine.
* Check vacuum motor carbon brushes (Qty 2) once a year or after 300 operating hours.
* Check pad and wheel drive motor(s) carbon brushes (Qty 4 per motor) once a year or after 500 operating hours.
* The original (new) length of each carbon brush is 1-3/32” (27.76mm) on all 36 volt machine models brush and wheel drive motors.
* All motors: Replace carbon brushes when shorter than 3/8” (9.5mm) to obtain the same motor effi ciency as new brushes.
IMPORTANT!
Motor damage resulting from failure to service the carbon brushes is not covered under warranty. See the Limited Warranty
Statement.
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
Attention: See the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM section for battery installation, battery maintenance and charger system requirements.
The Drive / Steer Wheel Assembly (14) has a built in
electromagnetic brake that is engaged whenever the
Master Key Switch (AA) is OFF or the FWD / REV Drive
Pedal (8) is in the neutral position. This brake can be
manually over ridden if necessary by inserting a medium
to large screwdriver behind the Yoke (A) as shown. This
should only be done in the event you need to push or pull
the unit.
1SteeringA B
2Drive System Pedal Operation (check for Fwd/Rev drive & any neutral creep) A B D
3Seat Safety Switch D W
4Electrical Parking Brake (Brake releases when the key is turned on & the drive pedal is
engaged. Note machine should not move when machine is at rest.)
5Drive System Performance noisy sluggish
6Burnishing System Deck & Motor Operation (pad deck raise/lower & pad motor auto
functions)
7Burnishing System performance (even shine) A W
8Emergency Battery Disconnect Control Knob B D
9Tilt Steering Mechanism A B
10Optional Accessories (Headlight, Safety Beacon, Active Dust Control System, Etc.) <----->
11Battery Charger (auto turn ON & OFF)
12Main Control Board Special Program Options (Reference SVR Manual 56043107) and
check all applicable program settings. Examples stored error fault codes, diagnostic
SVR test mode, pad pressure settings etc.
OK
OPERATIONAL INSPECTION ITEMS
Defect Codes
(circle)
A B W
A B C D
A
Does
Not
Work
Ref
13Pad Motor Carbon Brushes (check for wear)C D W
14Wheel Drive Motor Carbon Brushes (check for wear)C D W
15Pad Deck Actuator Motor and Pad Drive Deck Levelness Perform a pad pattern
16Pad Retainer, Pad Driver and Burnishing Pad (check for wear) D M
17Dust Shroud Assembly Edging and Dust collection BagD M W
18Battery Condition (load test, clean & water) D L W
19Check and Lubricate the Steering Wheel Universal Joint A B D W
20Steer Chain Tension adjustA B C W
21Drive and Steer wheels (thread wear) A D W
CommentsOK
test
VISUAL INSPECTION ITEMS
Defect Codes
(circle)
A B D
NOTE: For additional service information see service manual form number 56043107 and
operators manual (English & Spanish) form number 56041634.
WORK COMPLETED BY: ACKNOWLEDGED BY:
Service Technician Signature DateCustomer Signature Date
As you read this manual, you will occasionally run across a bold number or letter in parentheses - example: (2). These numbers refer to an item
shown on these pages unless otherwise noted. Refer back to these pages whenever necessary to pinpoint the location of an item mentioned in
the text.
1 Pad Drive Deck
2 Dust Control Shroud
3 Burnishing Pad
4 Pad Retainer
5 Dust Collection Bag
6 Machine Tie Down
7 Battery Connector Assembly
8 FWD/REV Drive Pedal
9 Tilt Steering Wheel Adjuster
10 Emergency Power Disconnect
11 Steering Wheel
12 Operator’s Seat W/Safety
Key Switch (AA) – Main Power Switch, when turned on controls battery input to machine’s main control board and wheel drive speed control.
Battery Condition Indicator (BB) – The Battery Condition Indicator will give an indication of the state of charge of the batteries. Three lights
make up the Indicator Display (Red-Yellow-Green). See the electrical system in this manual for discharge percentage details of each indicator
light.
Hour Meter/Error Display (CC) The 5-character display on the I/O Panel is primarily used as a display for the hour meter function. When the Key
Switch (A) is activated pad pressure setting 1,2, or 3 will appear briefl y in the right corner of the display. Followed by fi ve 8’s to show functionality
of the L.E.D. Display, then switching to hours on the unit. This display is also used to display the following information depending upon which
mode the control is in:
• Error Codes*
• Pad Pressure Settings (1,2, and 3)
• Display of control system default parameters*
*Service Note: Have a qualifi ed Service Technician reference the Service Manual for explanations about Error Codes and Control Fault + Parameter Changes. A
description of Error Codes can be found in the electrical section of this manual
Pad Drive Indicator Light (DD) –
• Indicator will be blank (off) when deck is in the raised position.
• Indicator will be light Green when lowering the deck as the pad drive raise-lower switch is activated.
• Indicator will be dark Green when the Drive Pedal is engaged in Forward or Reverse activating the pad motor.
• Indicator will be Red when raising the deck as the pad drive/raise-lower switch is activated.
• At full raised position the Red light will go out.
Pad Drive Raise-Lower Switch (EE) – Pressing this switch will activate (turn on) the Lower/Raise burnishing deck lift actuator functions – see
indicator lights description for further information.
Horn Indicator Light (FF) – Indicator Light will turn Green when Horn Switch is depressed. And also displays fault fl ash codes. NOTE: See
electrical system Curtis Control diagnostics in this manual.
Horn Indicator Switch (GG) – Pressing this switch will activate (turn on) the horn, causing a horn like sound to emanate from the machine.
The machines: Advolution 2710 / UHR 70-1700 (Model numbers 56422000, 56422001 & 56411002) use the disk type burnishing system. The pad
driver assembly is directly attached to a single 3.25hp – 36v DC permanent magnet motor.
The burnishing deck is raised and lowered by a horizontally mounted electric lift actuator motor. The operation of the machine’s burnishing
functions are activated when the operator presses the main I/O Panel’s pad drive raise/lower switch (EE). NOTE: See the Electrical SystemAdvolution programming modes section of this manual for more detailed operation and instructions to change the burnishing pad pressure setting.
The machines main burnishing system input and output operating functions are regulated (managed) by the I/O Panel and the Control Box. For
the Pad motor to function the operator must turn on (energize) the (K1) pad motor solenoid by pressing the Pad drive Raise/Lower switch (EE) on
the I/O Panel and press the drive pedal moving it off it’s neutral position. These two operator functions deliver the required (A1) Speed control and
Control Box circuit inputs and outputs for the burnishing operation. NOTE: See troubleshooting (page 22) section for more details.
BURNISHING SYSTEM
PAD LIFT ACTUATOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Disconnect the battery pack by separating the battery connectors (7) whenever servicing the machine.
1 Disconnect the battery pack by separating the battery connectors (7) located underneath the drivers seat.
2 Disconnect the actuator wiring harness at the actuator lift motor.
3 See Figure 1. Remove the (2) Hex Screws (A) that fasten the actuator Mount Bracket (B).
4 Remove the Retainer Ring (C). NOTE: Remove the retainer closest to the front of the machine. Then slide the mount pin (D) to the rear to
allow removal of the Actuator (E) from the machine.
5 To re-install follow the above instructions in reverse order. NOTE: See the Actuator Lift Nut Adjustment section in this manual for correct
lift nut adjustment setting as new actuators do not come pre-set.
PAD DRIVE DECK REMOVAL
WARNING!
Disconnect the battery pack by separating the battery connectors (7) whenever servicing the machine.
1 Disconnect the battery pack by separating the battery connectors (7) located underneath the drivers seat.
2 See Figure 1. Remove the (2) Deck Springs (F) from the right side of the lower deck housing. NOTE: Use a pliers to assist in disconnecting
the springs. Having the deck in the up position will also make it easier (less tension).
3 Attach the Advance actuator adapter cord (P.N. 56407502) to the deck Actuator (E) and lower deck. This step is done to gain service access
to the motor wiring and lift linkage mount hardware.
4 Disconnect the deck’s Safety Switch (G) at its harness connector.
5 Remove the (2) pad motor wires. NOTE: Mark the Red (-) & Black (+)wire locations.
Service Tip: Measure the height of the Front to Back Deck Level Adjustment Screw (H) before disassembling (should be approximately 11/8”(28.44mm)).
6 Loosen Lock Nut (I) and thread it down. At the same time remove the Adjustment Screw (H) from the Pivot Shaft (J).
7 Tap the Shaft (J) toward the rear tire to complete its removal.
Service Tip: The shaft is spaced with (2) Nylon Washers (K), note their location for reassembly.
8 Slide the deck assembly out from under the machine.
PAD DRIVE MOTOR CARBON BRUSH INSPECTION
1 Follow instructions for Pad Drive Deck Removal.
2 See Figure 1. Remove the Motor Air Filter (L). NOTE: Inspect the condition of the fi lter band and clean or replace as needed.
3 Remove the motor Brush Cover (M) secured by (4) Phillips head screws (N).
4 Inspect carbon brushes and springs. NOTE: New carbon brushes measure 1-3/32 (28mm). If the brushes are less than 3/8” (10mm) long
they should be replaced.
5 Important Maintenance Tip: Always blow out motor before reassembling
6 Motor wiring tip: The Red cable goes to NEGATIVE Stand off on the motor and the Black cable goes to the POSITIVE Stand off on the
1 Follow instructions for Pad Drive Deck Removal.
2 See Figure 2. Remove the Dust Bag (A).
3 Tip the deck assembly over and remove the Pad Retainer (B), pad (if installed) and the Motor Shaft Screw (C) that fastens the Pad Driver
Assembly (D) to the motor shaft.
4 Remove the Pad Driver Assembly (D) from the motor shaft. NOTE: Do not lose the motor shaft key.
5 Remove the (4) Screws (E) and the Dust Shroud (F).
6 Remove the (4) Screws (G) that fasten the motor to the deck plate. Lift the remaining Deck Assembly (H) off the Motor (I) to complete its
removal. NOTE: Mark motor terminal location for reassembly.
7 Follow the above steps in reverse order to reinstall the Pad Drive Motor.
DUST SHROUD REMOVAL
1 See Figure 2. Remove the Dust Bag (A).
2 Remove the Pad Retainer (B), pad (if installed) and the Motor Shaft
Screw (C) that fastens the Pad Driver Assembly (D) to the motor
shaft.
3 Remove the Pad Driver Assembly (D) from the motor shaft. NOTE:
Do not lose the motor shaft key.
4 Remove the (4) Screws (E) and the Dust Shroud (F).
1 See Figure 3. Remove existing Edging (A) by pulling it away from the Shroud (B).
2 To install start at the rear of the Shroud (B) with one end of the new Edging (A) so that the seam is hidden. Push “U” channel onto Shroud
(B), work edging assembly around Shroud (B).
3 Check that Edging (A) “U” channel is fi rmly in place all around Shroud (B). NOTE: Pinch the “U” channel every 3 to 4 inches with a vise-
grips to ensure it is securely fastened to the shroud.
NOTE: Install a new pad before performing this adjustment.
1 Put the pad drive deck in the down position.
2 Briefl y run the pad drive motor to get a pattern on the fl oor.
CAUTION!
Do not run pad motor for an extended period without moving machine.
FIGURE 4
Left to Right Pad Contact Adjustment – See Figure 4.
1 Loosen the (2) Nuts (A) on the Adjustable Bracket (B).
2 Turn the (2) Lock Nuts (C) on the Carriage Screw (D) either
down to increase or up to decrease Dimension “X”.
Decreasing Dimension “X” will increase the pad pressure at
the 3 O’clock position.
Increasing Dimension “X” will increase the pad pressure at the
9 O’clock position.
NOTE: As a general rule the
measurement at the 3 o’clock and the
9 o’clock position should be the same
when measured from the fl oor to the
edge of the dust shroud.