teries) and do not tamper with it.
Contact one of the manufacturer's technical service
centres.
All maintenance or accessory replacement op-
erations must be carried out in environments with
adequate lighting and only after having discon-
nected the machine from the electric power supply
by detaching the battery connector.
☞ All work on the electrical system and all mainte-
nance and repair operations (especially those not
explicitly described in this manual) should be car-
ried out only by authorised service centres or by
specialised technical personnel who are experts in
the sector and in the pertinent safety regulations.
☞ The machine owner can only use original ac-
cessories and spare parts supplied exclusively by
the manufacturer since such parts are the only
ones that guarantee that the equipment will oper-
ate safely without any problems. Do not use parts
disassembled from other machines or other kits as
spare parts.
If the machine will no longer be used, remove the
batteries and dispose of them in accordance with
the eco-compatibility regulations as set forth in Eu-
ropean standard 91/157/EEC or deposit them in an
authorised collection centre.
To dispose of the machine, comply with the current
laws where it is used:
- disconnect the machine from the mains and clean
it after emptying any liquids;
- separate the machine into groups of homogene-
ous materials (plastics in accordance with the re-
cycling symbol, metals, rubber, packing). For parts
containing different materials, contact the compe-
tent authorities;
Each homogeneous group must be disposed of in
accordance with recycling laws.
In addition, it is recommended to eliminate those
parts of the machine that may be dangerous, es-
pecially for children.
☞ Before each use, check the machine and, in par-
ticular, check that the battery charging cable and
the connector are in good condition and safe for
use. If they are not in perfect condition, do not
use the machine for any reason until an authorised
specialist repairs the defective parts.
☞ If foam or liquid is noted, immediately turn off
the suction motor.
☞ Do not use the machine on textile flooring, such
as rugs, carpeting, etc.
Wax, foaming detergents or dispersions along the
hoses may cause serious problems for the machine
or clog the hoses.
3.2
NOISE AND VIBRATIONS
For informations relating to noise and vibration
data see page 112.
4. HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1
PACKING
LIFTING
AND
TRAN-
SPORT
During all lifting or transport operations, make
sure that the packed machine is securely anchored
to prevent it from tipping over or falling acciden-
tally.
Transport vehicle loading and unloading operations
must be carried out with adequate lighting.
The packed machine must be handled using ad-
equate devices, making sure not to damage/strike
any part of the packing, not to tip it over and to be
very careful when placing it on the ground.
☞ All these instructions also apply to the batteries
and the battery charger.
4.2
CHECKS UPON DELIVERY
☞ When the goods are delivered (machine, bat-
tery or battery charger) by the transporter, care-
fully check the condition of the packing and its
contents. If the contents have been damaged, no-
tify the transporter and reserve the right, in writing
(select the word "reserve" on the document), to
submit a claim for compensation before accepting
the goods.
4.3
UNPACKING
Wear safety clothing and use adequate tools to
limit the risks of accidents.
Carry out the following steps if the machine is
packed with a cardboard housing:
- Use scissors or clippers to cut and eliminate the
plastic straps.
- Slip off the cardboard housing from the top of the
packed machine.
- Remove the envelops inside and check their
contents (use and maintenance manual, battery
charger connector)
- Remove the metallic brackets or plastic straps
that secure the machine to the pallet.
- Release the brushes and the squeegee from the
packing.
- Take the machine off the pallet (pushing it back-
ward) by using an inclined surface that is solidly
attached to the floor and to the pallet.
If the machine is packed in a wooden crate:
- Detach all the wooden sides from the pallet, start-
ing from the top one.
- Remove the protective film wrapped around the
machine.
- Remove the metallic brackets or plastic straps
that secure the machine to the pallet.
- Release the brushes and the squeegee from the
packing.
- Take the machine off the pallet (pushing it back-
ward) by using an inclined surface that is solidly
attached to the floor and to the pallet.
Take the same precautions and follow the same
instructions to remove the optional battery charger
from the packing (holding the special handles to
extract it from the top of the packing) and the op-
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