Nilfisk Advance America GR 8000 User Manual

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Contents  
Components  
Attachments  
Accessories  
Guidance  
Symbols used to mark instructions.............................................4  
Included Attachments.................................................................5  
Included Accessories..................................................................6  
Congratulations...........................................................................7  
Getting the best results...............................................................7  
Installation  
Operation  
Assembly.....................................................................................8  
Warnings.....................................................................................8  
Switching on the machine...........................................................9  
Using the machine......................................................................10  
During Use..................................................................................10  
Maintenance  
Daily............................................................................................11  
Weekly........................................................................................11  
Precautions  
Service  
Do’s & Don’ts..............................................................................11  
Guarantee...................................................................................12  
Technical Data............................................................................13  
Technical  
Troubleshooting Symptom, possible cause & action.............................................14  
Modified January 2010  
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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  
Diagram A  
8. Serial Number  
Diagram B  
9. On/Off Switch  
10. Heater On LED  
11. Steam Ready LED  
12. Cold Water Refill LED  
13. Temperature Display  
LED  
14. Pressure Gauge  
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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  
quoting your serial number on the back of the machine.  
1. 4 Meter Steam Only Hose  
3. Floor Brush  
2. Extension Tube x 2  
4. Triangular Brush  
5. Large Brush Elbow  
7. Large Nozzle  
6. Window Squeegee  
8. Curved Nozzle  
9. Detail Brush Nozzle  
11. Detail Brass Brush x 5  
10. Detail Nylon Brush x 5  
12. 55mm Round Brush  
Diagram C  
1.  
5.  
9.  
19RM00850  
19RM00825  
19RM00800  
19RM00810  
6.  
10.  
2.  
19RM00830  
19RM00857  
3.  
4.  
7.  
19RM00815  
11.  
12.  
19RM00835  
19RM00862  
19RM00875  
8.  
19RM00840  
19RM00820  
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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 days of purchase quoting your serial number on the back of the machine.  
Diagram D  
Wire Basket  
Tubular Handle  
Plastic Wing Nuts 
Castor with Brake x2  
Back Wheel Assembly  
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Guidance  
Congratulations  
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your purchase of the Nilfisk combined steam,  
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.  
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  
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  
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.  
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  
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  
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Unless you are trained and authorised to do so  
Unless you have read and thoroughly understand this instruction manual.  
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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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Operating Procedure cont….  
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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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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  
Warning: Disconnect the machine from the mains before  
cleaning or carrying out any maintenance work.  
Daily Maintenance  
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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 only  
DON’T  
DO  
Use the machine near people, children or  
animals  
Check the cable and plug are safe and intact  
before plugging the machine in.  
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  
Place cleaning in progress signs where necessary  
Point the steam nozzle away from your body  
during use  
Empty and clean machine after each use  
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Service & Guarantee  
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 and accessories.  
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Technical  
Technical Information  
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Boiler  
Wattage:  
3000W – (2000+1000)  
Type:  
Capacity:  
Continuous Fill  
Steam Pressure  
Steam at source:  
Stainless Steel  
3.3 Litres  
Yes  
8 Bar  
165°C >  
Electrical  
Voltage  
230V ~ single phase  
Low Voltage Controls  
Cord length  
5V  
10m  
Capacities  
Boiler  
3.3 Litres  
Cold Water Tank  
Detergent Tank  
Weight  
5 Litres (easy fill)  
2.5 Litres (easy fill)  
29kg  
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Trouble Shooting  
Symptom  
Possible cause  
Action  
No power  
Not connected / Faulty socket  
Check connection to wall socket and  
socket switch. Try in another wall socket  
Press On / Off switch which will illuminate  
when on  
On / Off switch not on  
Fuse blown  
Unknown  
Replace fuse with approved 13A fuse  
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  
Hold the steam switch on for  
heating(temperature less than 110ºC) approximately one minute, ever if just  
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” Rings. To  
avoid this happening ensure “o” rings are  
grease before every use.  
“O” rings worn  
Change and re grease “O” Rings. To  
avoid this happening ensure “o” rings are  
grease before every use.  
No detergent  
Solution tank empty  
Unknown  
Pour cleaning solution diluted in  
accordance with the manufacturers  
instructions into the solution tank.  
Call for service  
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