Nilfisk CFM 127, CFM 137 USER MANUAL
Instructions for Use Manual
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INDEX
Operating instructions .......................................................................................................................................... page 2
Operator safety ............................................................................................................................................... page 2
General information about use of the vacuum cleaner ................................................................................... page 2
Proper uses ..................................................................................................................................................... page 2
General recommendations.............................................................................................................................. page 3
Description of the vacuum cleaner - Labels .................................................................................................... page 3
Optional kits .................................................................................................................................................... page 4
Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................... page 4
Packing and unpacking ................................................................................................................................... page 4
Connection to the power supply...................................................................................................................... page 5
Extensions ...................................................................................................................................................... page 5
Wet and dry applications ................................................................................................................................. page 5
Maintenance and repairs ................................................................................................................................ page 6
Technical data - Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... page 6
Controls and indicators (g. 4) ........................................................................................................................ page 7
Inspections prior to starting ............................................................................................................................. page 7
Starting-up ...................................................................................................................................................... page 7
Operation ........................................................................................................................................................ page 7
Operating lter shaker..................................................................................................................................... page 7
Emergency stopping ....................................................................................................................................... page 7
Emptying the container ................................................................................................................................... page 7
At the end of a cleaning session ..................................................................................................................... page 8
Maintenance, cleaning and decontamination.................................................................................................. page 8
How to disassemble and replace the main and Hepa lters ........................................................................... page 9
Main lter replacement .................................................................................................................................... page 9
Replacing the Hepa lter................................................................................................................................. page 10
Checking and cleaning the motor cooling fan ................................................................................................. page 10
Seal inspection................................................................................................................................................ page 10
Cleaning and replacing the separator (g. 17) ................................................................................................ page 10
Disposal of the machine.................................................................................................................................. page 11
Wiring diagrams .............................................................................................................................................. page 11
Recommended spares .................................................................................................................................... page 11
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. page 12
Manufacturer’s assistance center ................................................................................................................ pages12-15
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Operating instructions
Read the operating instructions and comply with the important safety recommendations identied by the words:
WARNING !
Before starting the machine, it is absolutely essential to read these operating instructions and to keep them on le
for consultation. The vacuum cleaner can only be used by people who are familiar with the way it works and who
have been explicitly authorized and trained for the purpose. Before using the vacuum cleaner, operators must be
informed, instructed and trained on how to work it and for which substances its usage is permitted including the
safe method for removing and disposing of the vacuumed material.
- Operator Safety
WARNING !
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use outdoors
or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow this appliance to be used as a toy. This
machine is for adult-use only.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only the
• manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug, cord or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into the openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free from dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce airow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of the body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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• Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
• Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids such
as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
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• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes, or any hazardous dusts.
• Do not use without dust bag/or lters in place.
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• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
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electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appli-
ance is equipped with a cord that has an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualied
electrician or service person if you are in the doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the appliance-if it will not t the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet hav-
ing the same conguration as the plug. No adapter should be
used with this appliance. If the appliance must be reconnected
for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection
should be made by a qualied service personnel.
- General information about use of the vacuum
cleaner
Use of the vacuum cleaner is governed by the laws in force
in the country where it is used.
Besides the operating instructions and the laws in force in
the country where the vacuum cleaner is used, the technical
regulations for ensuring safe and correct work must also be
observed (Legislation concerning environmental and labor
safety).
Do not carry out any work that could jeopardize the safety of
people, property and the environment.
Comply with the safety indications and recommendations in
this instruction manual.
- Proper uses
This appliance is suitable for collective use, e.g. in hotels,
schools, hospitals, and factories.The vacuum cleaners
described in this instruction manual are appliances designed
for industrial use. They are produced in different versions and
for different applications.
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- General recommendations
WARNING !
Risk of re outbreaks and explosions.
The vacuum cleaner can only be used when it is certain that
active sources of ignition are not going to be vacuumed.
Do not vacuum the following materials: burning materials
(hot ashes, lighted cigarettes, etc.), ammable liquids,
aggressive fuels (e.g. gasoline, solvents, acids, alkaline
solutions, etc.).
Do not vacuum the following materials: explosive dusts or
ones liable to ignite spontaneously (such as magnesium
or aluminium dusts, etc.).
The vacuum cleaner is not suitable for vacuuming explosive or similar substances, as established by the laws
governing explosive substances, particularly: liquid fuels
and mixtures of ammable dusts and liquids.
WARNING !
Emergency
If an emergency situation occurs:
- lter breakage
- re outbreak;
- short-circuit;
- motor block;
- electric shock;
- etc.;
turn off the vacuum cleaner, unplug it and ask for assist-
ance from a qualied person.
Note
Check the place of work and substances tolerated for the
vacuum cleaner in version for liquids.
WARNING !
The vacuum cleaners must not be used or stored
outdoors, or in damp places.
Only versions with the level sensor can be used for
liquids.
If not, they can only be used to vacuum dry materials.
WARNING !
Version for liquids.
If foam or liquid spills from the machine, switch off
immediately and check for the cause.
- Description of the vacuum cleaner - Labels
See g. 1.
- Labels key of g. 1
A- Identication plate: Code of the Model which include,
Technical Specications, Serial Number, CE marking, and
Year of manufacturing
B- Dust container
C- Fastening latches
D- Container lever
E- Inlet
H- Exhaust
I- Warning label
L- Panel power plate: Indicates that the panel is powered
by the voltage given on the data plate.
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WARNING !
This vacuum cleaner creates a strong air ow which is drawn
in through inlet “E” and blows out through exhaust “H”.
Before turning on the vacuum cleaner, t the hose into the
inlet and then t the required tool to the end part. Refer to
Manufacturer’s accessory catalog or the service center.
The diameters of the authorized hoses are given in the
technical specications table.
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with an internal deector
which subjects the vacuumed substances to a circular cen-
trifugal movement that makes them drop into the container.
The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a main lter which
enables it to be used for multiple applications.
Different types of main lters are available: standard and
HEPA (for dusts that are hazardous for the health).
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- Optional kits
Various optional kits are available for converting the vacuum
cleaner.
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Polyliner adapter kit • •
Fixed oor nozzle • •
Electric oat shut-off •
Dust bag kit • •
Cyclone lter protector • •
HEPA lter • •
On request, the vacuum cleaner can be supplied with optional
kits already installed. However, they can also be installed at
a later date.
Please contact Manufacturer’s sales network for further details.
Instructions describing how to t and operate the optional
kits as well as maintenance manuals are supplied with the
optional kits themselves.
WARNING !
Use only genuine spare parts supplied and authorized
by the Manufacturer.
- Accessories
Various accessories are available; refer to Manufacturer’s
Accessories Catalogue.
WARNING !
Only use genuine accessories supplied and authorized
by the Manufacturer.
- Packing and unpacking
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Dispose of the packing materials in compliance with any current laws and regulations.
- Cardboard packing (g. 2)
Model
A (in) 24 28 28
B (in) 28 32 32
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C (in) 50 61 67
Weight with
packing (lbs.)
127 137
(60 liter)
111 168 177
137
(100 liter)
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