NILFISK Proterra User Manual

Proterra

Rider Sweeper

™

Smart cleaning.

A Nilfisk-Advance Brand

Large ergonomic operator

comfort-zone. Clear-View™

sight lines increase operator

LP Engine power from
Kubota. Also available

with battery power

Wide 35.5 inch main

broom automatically

adjusts broom pressure

as the broom wears

comfort and safety

Analog-logic™

provides intuitive,

single motion

activation of the

sweep system

DustClear™ Five Stage

Dust Control System

minimizes fugitive dust

Rust-proof

structural roto-

molded hoper with

integrated 5 mph

bumper extends

machine life

Tailgate style hopper

door captures debris

better due to shallow

sweep angle, and packs

in debris when closing

Variable dump height of up to 62 inches allows fast
and simple disposal of swept debris

Comfort ride large

pneumatic tires increase

operator comfort by

reducing jarring on

rough surfaces

DustGuard™ suppresses airborne fugitive dust where
most dust is generated – at the side brooms

DustGuard™ attacks

and controls dust

at the side brooms
for 64 inches of dust
controlled sweeping

MaxAccess™ allows faster repairs and less downtime
so the sweeper spends less time in the shop and
more time sweeping

A Nilfisk-Advance Brand

Proterra

™

Rider Sweeper

Ideal applications include:

Simple, productive, comfortable, reliable with
incredible dust control.

The Advance Proterra™ is the ideal solution for industrial sweeping applications
from factories to warehouses, parking garages to foundries and many more. The
unique design makes fast work of sweeping a facility with its large cleaning path,
excellent maneuverability and high capacity hopper. An ergonomic operator
interface and the unique Clear-View™ sight line of critical sweep areas ensures
hours of safe and comfortable sweeping.

The Advance Proterra comes equipped with DustGuard™*, part of the DustClear™
Five-stage Dust Control System. Unlike conventional mechanical broom sweeper
technology, DustGuard addresses dust at its greatest source – the side brooms
– through a fine “fog” that is applied to suppress the dust. The result is a dust
controlled sweep path that is 75% more productive than its nearest competitor.

With superior dust control, innovative safety features, low maintenance costs, ease
of operation and increased productivity, the Advance Proterra is the ideal solution
for addressing your industrial sweeping needs.

*Optional feature

Unique, DustClear™ Five Stage Dust Control System –

1.) DustGuard™ at the side brooms, 2.) Vacuumized Main Broom Chamber,

3.) Airflow Labyrinth, 4.) Nanofiber Technology Dust Filter, and 5.) Airflow
Restoration System with Liberator™ variable frequency filter shaker.

Ergonomic operator interface uses Analog-logic™
which allows a singe operator motion to lower and
activate the main broom and side brooms and open
the hopper door.

MaxAccess™ –

longevity through quick and easy access to all engine and hydraulic components.

Easy To Operate –

main broom sweep pressure once for an application and not have to adjust it as the
broom wears. Analog-logic™ controls simplify operation and reduce training time.

Clear-View™ –

the area in front of the sweeper without having to lean outside the frame of the
machine, making it safe and comfortable to use.

Operator Safety –

the operator’s compartment. Operator is safe from
moving parts through tip-back engine cover.
Impact-absorbing body structure
and 5 mph bumper provide the
ultimate in operator safety.

Minimizes downtime and maximizes efficiency, reliability and

Offset hopper allows the operator to view the side broom and

• Warehouses

• Manufacturing Facilities

• Indoor/Outdoor Parking

• Construction Cleanup

• Transportation Facilities

• Entertainment Facilities

Set-’N-Forget™ main broom linkage allows you to set the

Hopper safety arm is controlled from

Patent pending Liberator™ Variable Frequency Filter
Shaker System removes dust more effectively from
the panel filter, resulting in better air flow and
dust control.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Technical Specifications

Models Proterra™ Engine Proterra™ Battery
Sweeping System
Cleaning Path – Single Side Broom 51 in (128 cm) 51 in (128 cm)
Cleaning Path – Dual Side Broom 64 in (162 cm) 64 in (162 cm)
Main Broom Length 35.5 in (90 cm) 35.5 in (90 cm)
Side Broom Diameter 21.7 in (55 cm) 21.7 in (55 cm)
Debris Hopper
Volume 11 ft3 (315 L) 11 ft3 (315 L)
Dump Height 62 in (159 cm) 62 in (159 cm)
DustClear™ Five Stage Dust Control System
Stage 1 DustGuard™ (optional) Side broom “fog” system 12 gal (45 L) Side broom “fog” system 12 gal (45 L)
Stage 2 Vacuumized Main Broom Chamber Captures all dust kicked up from main broom Captures all dust kicked up from main broom
Stage 3 Airflow Labyrinth Removes 90% of dust from the air stream Removes 90% of dust from the air stream
Stage 4 Ultra-Web® Nanofiber Filter > 98% efficient on 0.3 - 1.0 micron particles > 98% efficient on 0.3 - 1.0 micron particles
Stage 5 Airflow Restoration System Liberator™ variable frequency shaker system Liberator™ variable frequency shaker system
Power System
Engine LP - Kubota DF972, 3 cylinder, 31.0 hp 48 V, electric over hydraulic design
400 Ah C6 battery system
Ramp Climbing 20%, 11º 17%, 9.6º
Dimensions
Tires
Front (2) 17.5 in (44 cm) .8 ply 17.5 in (44 cm) .8 ply
Rear 16.5 in (42 cm) .8 ply 16.5 in (42 cm) .8 ply
Aisle U-Turn 120 in (306 cm) 120 in (306 cm)
Length 87.4 in (222 cm) 87.4 in (222 cm)
Width 52 in (132 cm) 52 in (132 cm)
Height 57.5 in (146 cm) 57.5 in (146 cm)
Height with OHG 79 in (200 cm) 79 in (200 cm)
Net Weight 2,083 lb (945 kg) 3,140 lb (1,425 kg) with battery
Sound Level 87 dB A at operator ear
Nationally Recognized Test Lab Certification ETL ETL

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Accessories and options:

• DustGuard™ Side Broom

Dust Control System

• Left Hand Side Broom

• Backup Alarm

• Front Headlights

• Tilt Steering

• Overhead Guard

• Amber Strobe Light

• Soft Sided Cab –

Provides increased

• Suspension Seat

• Front and Rear

Bumper Guards

Ask about our leasing options.

©2012 Nilfisk-Advance, Inc. Form L3086A 3-20-12

A Nilfisk-Advance Brand

operator safety and
comfort

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Plymouth, MN 55447-3408

www.advance-us.com

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