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Components Symbols used to mark instructions.............................................4
Attachments Included Attachments.................................................................5
Accessories Included Accessories..................................................................6
Guidance Congratulations...........................................................................7
Getting the best results...............................................................7
Installation Assembly.....................................................................................8
Warnings.....................................................................................8
Operation Switching on the machine...........................................................9
Using the machine......................................................................10
During Use..................................................................................10
Maintenance Daily............................................................................................11
Weekly........................................................................................11
Precautions Do’s & Don’ts..............................................................................11
Service Guarantee...................................................................................12
Technical Technical Data............................................................................13
Troubleshooting Symptom, possible cause & action.............................................14
Modified January 2010
Contents
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Components
1. Cold Water Tank
2. Detergent Tank
3. Steam Control
4. Filter Panel
5. Steam Hose Socket
6. Castor With Brake
7. Wire Basket
8. Serial Number
9. On/Off Switch
10. Heater On LED
11. Steam Ready LED
12. Cold Water Refill LED
13. Temperature Display
LED
14. Pressure Gauge
Diagram A
Diagram B
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1. 5. 9.
6. 10.
2.
3.
7.
11.
4. 8.
12.
Attachments
These Parts were carefully packed at Nilfisk. Please check all accessories on receipt. If any parts are missing
or damaged please contact the company in which you purchased this machine, within 7 days of purchase
q
uoting your serial number on the back of the machine.
Diag
ram C
1. 4 Meter Steam Only Hose 2. Extension Tube x 2
3. Floor Brush 4. Triangular Brush
5. Large Brush Elbow 6. Window Squeegee
7. Large Nozzle 8. Curved Nozzle
9. Detail Brush Nozzle 10. Detail Nylon Brush x 5
11. Detail Brass Brush x 5 12. 55mm Round Brush
19RM00800
19RM00810
19RM00815
19RM00820
19RM00825
19RM00830
19RM00835
19RM00840
19RM00857
19RM00862
19RM00850
19RM00875
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Accessories
These Parts were carefully packed at Nilfisk. You will find these items in your box with all the attachments. Please check all
accessories on receipt. If any parts are missing or damaged please contact the company in which you purchased this machine,
within 7 da
y
s of purchase quoting your serial number on the back of the machine.
• Wire Basket
Diagram D
• Tubular Handle
• Plastic Wing Nuts 4
• Back Wheel Assembly
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Castor with Brake x2
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your purchase of the Nilfisk combined st eam,
detergent and vacuum cleaner.
The GR8000 is manufactured in the EU to the highest quality Standards
This instruction manual contains all of the necessary information to operate and maintain this
machine. Please read this instruction manual carefully before you start using or carrying out any
maintenance on the machine.
If you use this machine correctly as stated in this instruction manual this machine will fulfil all your
steam cleaning needs.
• This machine is intended for use in a commercial cleaning environment. If you do not follow
the instructions contained in this manual, situations may arise which may be dangerous or
harmful to the machine or the person operating the machine. Read this manual carefully so
that you know when such situations can arise.
• Ensure that all operators of this machine are fully trained on how it works.
• Report any problems or damage to the machine immediately to the supplier or a Nilfisk
approved supplier for this product. Do not operate the machine until the problem or
damage has been resolved.
Guidance
Congratulations
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Getting the Best Results
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• Operate the machine in accordance with
the instruction manual
• Maintain the machine in accordance with
instruction manual
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Use only parts supplied by Nilfisk approved distributors
• Use only detergents and cleaning products in the solution
tank which have been approved by Nilfisk
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and ordering of spare parts
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Installation
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Lift the machine out of the box.
• Carefully place the machine on its side in order
to assemble the wheels securely.
!! A flat surface is required which will not
scratch or damage the surfaces of the machine.
• Diagram D – Back wheel assembly. Using a 10 mm spanner remove the bolts from the
machine and place the assembly into place towards the back of the machine. Tighten the
bolts securely ensuring no movement on the brackets.
• Diagram D – Casters with Brake x 2. Remove bolts from the machine and position into place
towards front of the machine. Tighten securely ensuring no movement on the brackets.
• Once all the wheels are fully assembled, resume the machine to its upright position.
• Place Tubular Handle (Diagram D) in position on the back of the machine and secure using
the 4 x Plastic Wing Nuts (Diagram D).
!! Do not screw them all the way in at this point.
• Place Wire Basket (Diagram D) over the Wing Nuts and tighten up to secure.
• Check all accessories are present in the box as shown in Diagram C & D.
• This is an electrical product – Do not use in wet weather or allow the machine to get wet.
• Do not discharge steam towards people, danger of scolding. Or towards equipment containing
electrical components
• Never allow children to play with this appliance.
• Do not use the machine for other purposes that it was built for.
• Please remember that the steam cleaner operates at temperatures in excess of 170°C. Never use it
on objects, which cannot resist the temperature (delicate materials, fabrics, plastics, wood etc).
Where any doubt exists check carefully on a part of the material where minor marks will not matter.
• Do not operate the machine or carry out any maintenance out on it
Unless you are trained and authorised to do so
Unless you have read and thoroughly understand this instruction manual.
Warnings
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This machine has been designed with your safety in mind, however it is important that
you observe the following points for safe operation during the operating procedure
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Operating Procedure
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1. Fill the cold water tank (Number 2 Diagram A) with clean cold
water only.
!! Anything other than clean cold water used in the
water tank will void the manufacturers warranty.
2. Fill the detergent bottle (Diagram B) with Nilfisk approved detergent.
!! Unapproved detergent may be harmful or dangerous to the machine or the operator
using the machine. This may cause irrepairable damage to seals and will void the
manufacturers warranty.
3. Connect the Steam Hose to the front of the machine (Number 7 Diagram A) ensuring it is
pushed in all the way and the pin on the flap locks into the hole on the hose.
!! Grease “O” rings on steam pin before connecting.
!! To release the steam hose, lift the flap and pull.
4. Plug the power cable into a 240 Volt supply.
!! Inspect the electric cable before every use. If the cable becomes damaged at
anytime the complete cable must be replaced by a Nilfisk approved distributor.
!! Never touch the power cable or plug with wet hands
!! Always unplug the machine when
i. The machine is not in use
ii. Cleaning the machine
iii. Any maintenance work is being carried out
8. Switch the On/Off switch (Number 11 Diagram B) to the ON position. The Heater On light LED
(Number 13 Diagram B) will illuminate.
9. Allow approximately 10 minutes for the boiler to heat the water
10. When the Steam Ready LED (Number 14 Diagram B) illuminates the machine is ready to be
used.
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11. The handle controls are now active.
• The fan switch on the hose handle
will release steam when pressed.
• Pressing the detergent switch located on
the top of the handle will activate the
detergent pump. Hold the switch as long as you need to dispense the detergent.
Releasing the switch will stop the detergent supply.
12. The steam output can be adjusted by the steam control knob (Number 3 Diagram A)
13. Choose and fit the required accessory (Diagram C) to the hose handle.
!! When changing accessories during use please note these will be hot.
During Use
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Operating Procedure cont….
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Cold Water Tank Empty(Number 2 Diagram A)
1. Refill the cold water tank when the refill cold water LED (Number 15 Diagram B) is illuminated.
A buzzer will sound and the steam will no longer come out of the nozzle when the steam switch
on the handle is pressed.
2. Always empty the collection tank each time the cold-water tank is refilled.
3. The pumps will not work when the cold-water tank is empty.
4. Once the cold water refill LED is illuminated the boiler heater will remain on for 30 minutes. If the
cold-water tank is not refilled within 30 minutes and the machine is left powered on the boiler
heater will switch off.
Detergent Tank Empty (Diagram D)
1. If the detergent does not come out of the nozzle when the detergent switch on the handle is
pressed, refill the detergent tank (Diagram D)
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Maintenance
Daily Maintenance
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Warning: Disconnect the machine from the mains before
cleaning or carrying out any maintenance work.
To be carried out every day or every 8 hours of operation.
1. Grease “O” rings on the steam pin in the steam hose.
2. Wash the hose by sucking one or two litres of water from a basin into the collection tank.
3. Empty the collection tank, rinse and wipe down.
4. Remove the foam filter, wash in water and re fit.
• Take care not to damage the filter mesh. If it becomes torn do not use the
machine and replace damaged parts immediately.
5. Rinse detergent bottle with clean water.
6. Wipe down the body of the machine with a clean damp cloth
7. Always wash the accessories in hot soapy water
DO NOT IMMERSE THE MACHINE OR HOSE IN WATER
8. Wrap the power cable around the handle before storage.
Weekly Maintenance
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To be carried out every week or every 50 hours of operation.
As for daily maintenance plus the following:
1. Inspect the power cable for any signs of damage. If damaged do not repair, contact the
supplier of this product. Do not use until repaired.
2. Inspect the hose assembly for any signs of damage. If damaged do not repair, contact
the supplier of this product. Do not use until repaired.
3. Inspect castors to ensure all securing bolts are fully tightened.
Safety Precautions
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This machine is to be used by trained operatives onl
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DO
• Check the cable and plug are safe and intact
before plugging the machine in.
• Place cleaning in progress signs where necessary
• Point the steam nozzle away from your body
during use
• Empty and clean machine after each use
DON’T
• Use the machine near people, children or
animals
• Point steam at electrical apparatus
• Use the machine to clean the machine down
• Do not use on Velvet, satin or leather
• Leave the machine unattended
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Service & Guarantee
Service
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If you require a service or advice on using or maintaining your
machine please contact your Nilfisk approved distributor.
Guarantee
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Nilfisk guarantees that if within 12 months from the date of purchase this appliance, or any parts
thereof, is proved to be defective by reason of faulty workmanship or materials, we will at our
option repair or replace the same free of charge for labour and materials, provided that:
• The appliance has been installed and used in accordance with our operating and servicing
instructions.
• If the appliance has been serviced, maintained, repaired, modified taken apart or
tampered with by any person not authorised by us, then we will not be liable under this
guarantee for any fault arising from their defective workmanship.
• We shall not be liable under this guarantee for any fault in the appliance arising from the
use of spare parts not supplied and recommended by us.
• Excluded from this guarantee are parts that need replacement due to normal wear and
tear such as hoses, nozzles an d accessories.
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Technical
Technical Information
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Boiler
Wattage: 3000W – (2000+1000)
Type: Stainless Steel
Capacity: 3.3 Litres
Continuous Fill Yes
Steam Pressure 8 Bar
Steam at source: 165°C >
Electrical
Voltage 230V ~ single phase
Low Voltage Controls 5V
Cord length 10m
Capacities
Boiler 3.3 Litres
Cold Water Tank 5 Litres (easy fill)
Detergent Tank 2.5 Litres (easy fill)
Weight 29kg
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Symptom Possible cause Action
No power Not connected / Faulty socket Check connection to wall socket and
socket switch. Try in another wall socket
On / Off switch not on Press On / Off switch which will illuminate
when on
Fuse blown Replace fuse with approved 13A fuse
Unknown Call for service
No steam Steam Control turned down fully
clockwise
Turn the control to half way
Steamer not ready Wait for the “Ready to steam” light to
illuminate
Clean water tank is low (beeping
sound& "refill" light is lit)
Pour water into the clean water tank until
the beeper stops. The steam handle will
work again.
Unknown Call for service
No steam, Just water Steamer not ready Wait for the "Ready to steam " light to
illuminate
Boiler at pressure and not
heating(temperature less than 110ºC)
Hold the steam switch on for
approximately one minute, ever if jus t
water is coming out. This will result in the
heater coming back on
Unknown Call for service
Steam Leaking from front
socket
“O” Rings split Change and re grease “O” R ings. To
avoid this happening ensure “o” rings ar e
grease before every use.
“O” rings worn Change and re grease “O” Rings. To
avoid this happening ensure “o” rings ar e
grease before every use.
No detergent Solution tank empty Pour cleaning solution diluted in
accordance with the manufacturers
instructions into the solution tank.
Unknown Call for service
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