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 (fig. 4).........................................................................................................................	page	7
Inspections prior to starting.............................................................................................................................	page	7
Starting-up.......................................................................................................................................................	page	7
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................	page	7
Operating filter 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 filters............................................................................	page	9
Main filter replacement....................................................................................................................................	page	9
Replacing the Hepa filter.................................................................................................................................	page	10
Checking and cleaning the motor cooling fan..................................................................................................	page	10
Seal inspection................................................................................................................................................	page	10
Cleaning and replacing the separator (fig. 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 identified by the words:

WARNING !

Before starting the machine, it is absolutely essential to read these operating instructions and to keep them on file 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 fire, 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 airflow.
• Keephair,looseclothing,fingers,andallpartsofthebody
	away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
I •	Use extra care when cleaning stairs.
• Donotusetopickupflammableorcombustibleliquidssuch
GB •	as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
	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 filters in place.

F• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.

D GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or

Ebreakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appli- anceisequippedwithacordthathasanequipment-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 qualified 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 fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration 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 qualified 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	Note

WARNING !

Risk of fire 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.), flammable 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 governingexplosivesubstances,particularly:liquidfuels and mixtures of flammable dusts and liquids.

WARNING !

Emergency

If an emergency situation occurs:

-- filter breakage -- fire outbreak; -- short-circuit; -- motor block; -- electric shock; -- etc.;

turn off the vacuum cleaner, unplug it and ask for assistance from a qualified person.

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 fig. 1.

-- Labels key of fig. 1

A- Identification plate: Code of the Model which include, TechnicalSpecifications,SerialNumber,CEmarking,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 I by the voltage given on the data plate.

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WARNING !

Thisvacuumcleanercreatesastrongairflowwhichisdrawn F in through inlet “E” and blows out through exhaust “H”.

Before turning on the vacuum cleaner, fit the hose into the inlet and then fit the required tool to the end part. Refer to D

Manufacturer’s accessory catalog or the service center. The diameters of the authorized hoses are given in the technical specifications table. E Thisvacuumcleanerisequippedwithaninternaldeflector whichsubjectsthevacuumedsubstancestoacircularcentrifugal movement that makes them drop into the container.

The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a main filter which enables it to be used for multiple applications.

Different types of main filters are available: standard and HEPA (for dusts that are hazardous for the health).

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	-- Optional kits					On request, the vacuum cleaner can be supplied with optional
						kits already installed. However, they can also be installed at
	Various optional kits are available for converting the vacuum					a later date.
						Please contact Manufacturer’s sales network for further details.
	cleaner.
						Instructions describing how to fit and operate the optional
	Component	127	137			kits as well as maintenance manuals are supplied with the
						optional kits themselves.
	Polyliner adapter kit	•	•
	Fixed floor nozzle	•	•
								WARNING !
	Electric float shut-off		•
						Use only genuine spare parts supplied and authorized
	Dust bag kit	•	•			by the Manufacturer.
	Cyclone filter protector	•	•
						-- Accessories
	HEPA filter	•	•

Various accessories are available; refer to Manufacturer’s

Accessories Catalogue.

WARNING !

Only use genuine accessories supplied and authorized by the Manufacturer.

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-- Packing and unpacking

Dispose of the packing materials in compliance with any current laws and regulations.

-- Cardboard packing (fig. 2)

	Model	127	137	137
			(60 liter)	(100 liter)
	A (in)	24	28	28
	B (in)	28	32	32
	C (in)	50	61	67
	Weight with	111	168	177
	packing (lbs.)

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