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Nilfi sk ALTO Operator’s Manual - SCRUBTEC R Manual Steering Form No. 71274A Page -19-
How To Operate the Machine
How to Operate the Forward / Reverse Switch
(see fi gure 28).
1. To go forward, push the up arrow side of the switch.
2. To go in reverse, push the down arrow side of the switch.
How to Fill the Solution Tank
The solution tank fi ll port is located at the left side of the machine (see fi gure
29). To fi ll the solution tank, follow this procedure:
1. Turn the key switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Remove lid.
3. Add a cleaning chemical to the solution tank. For the correct amount
of chemical, follow the directions shown on the container. NOTE:
Excess foam in the recovery tank could damage the vacuum
motor, so use only the minimum amount of detergent necessary.
WARNING: Always use low foam detergent. To avoid the
production of foam, before starting to clean, put a
minimum quantity of antifoam liquid into the recov-
ery tank. NEVER USE PURE ACID.
4. Fill the solution tank with clean water (see fi gure 29).
5. After fi lling the solution tank, replace the solution tank lid.
WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materials used with this
type of machine can leave wet areas on the fl oor
surface. These areas can cause a dangerous condi-
tion for the operator or other persons. Always put
CAUTION signs near the area you are cleaning.
WARNING: Machines can ignite fl ammable materials and
vapors. Do not use with or near fl ammables such
as gasoline, grain dust, solvents and thinners. Only
use a cleaning concentration recommended by the
chemical manufacturer.
WARNING: Nilfi sk ALTO recommends a maximum water tem-
perature of 120°F (49°C).
Operating the Machine
NOTE: Before scrubbing with the machine, become familiar with the opera-
tions and handling of the machine. Run the machine at the lowest traverse
speed. Use the machine in an area that has no furniture or objects until you
can do the following:
1. Traverse the machine in a straight direction, forward and backward.
2. Stop the machine safely.
3. Turn the machine both left and right and return to a straight direction.
4. Turn a 180
o
turn where one rear wheel just pivots.
Figure 28
Figure 29