A-10 - FORM NO. 56041541 - AquaRide ™ SE, AquaRide™ SE AXP / BRX 700 seriesA-10 / ENGLISHOPERATING THE MACHINEWARNING!Be sure you understand the operator controls and their functions.While on ramps or inclines, avoid sudden stops when loaded. Avoid abrupt sharp turns. Use low speed down hills. Clean onlywhile ascending (driving up) the ramp.To Extract...Follow the instructions in preparing the machine for use section of this manual.1 While seated on the machine, adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable operating position using the adjustment knob (5).2 Turn the Master Key Switch (J) ON (I). This will display the control panel indicator lights, reference the Battery Condition Indicator (K) and Hour Meter(G).3 Release the Parking Brake (6). To transport the machine to the work area, apply even pressure with your foot on the front of the Drive Pedal (8) to goforward or the rear of the pedal for reverse. Vary the pressure on the foot pedal to obtain the desired speed.4 Press either the Maintenance Mode Switch (D) or the Restoration Mode Switch (F) to activate the scrub system. Note: refer to the “FunctionalDescription of Control Switches” section for a more detailed explanation of these and other control panel functions.NOTE (AXP/EDS Models): The Detergent system is activated by default when the Key Switch (J) is turned ON (I). The Detergent ON/OFF Indicator(V) is lit when the detergent system is activated. The Detergent system can be turned OFF by pressing the Detergent ON/OFF Switch (S). When thesystem is activated detergent flows whenever solution flows.5 When either the Maintenance Mode Switch (D) or the Restoration Mode Switch (F) is selected, the brush deck and vacuum shoes are automaticallylowered to the floor. The machine’s scrub brush rotation and solution system flow starts when the Drive Pedal (8) is activated. NOTE: When operatingthe machine in reverse, solution will not be dispensed. The brush deck can be programmed to raise in reverse, have a qualified service technician referto the service manual to perform this function.6 Begin cleaning by driving the machine forward in a straight line at a normal walking speed and overlap each path by 2-3 inches (50-75 mm). Turn theSolution Switch (R) OFF prior to turns to ensure complete extraction of solution from carpet. Adjust when necessary the machine speed according tothe condition of the carpet.If there is little or no fluid entering the recovery bladder, the solution tank may be empty. Refill the solution tank with water and the proper ratio ofcleaning chemical.7 The recovery bladder has an automatic float shut-off to prevent solution from entering the vacuum system when the recovery bladder is full. When thefloat shut-off is activated, the control system will shut down the scrub, vacuum, solution and detergent (AXP/EDS models) systems. The HourmeterDisplay (G) will display “FULL”. To clear the display, press the Scrub OFF Switch (B), Maintenance Mode Switch (D) or the Restoration Mode Switch(F). When the float closes, the recovery bladder must be emptied. The machine will not pick up water with the float closed. NOTE: If the controlrepeatedly gives a full indication when the tank is not full, the automatic shut-off feature can be disabled, have a qualified service technician refer to theservice manual to perform this function.8 When the operator wants to stop cleaning or the recovery bladder is full, press the Scrub OFF Switch (B). This will automatically stop the scrubbrushes and solution flow and the brush deck will raise to the up position. NOTE: The vacuum system will be turned off after a 10 second delay this isto allow any remaining water in the pick up hose to be brought into the recovery bladder.9 Drive the machine to a designated waste water “DISPOSAL SITE” and empty the recovery bladder. To empty, pull the Drain Hose (21) from its rearstorage area, then remove the plug (hold the end of the hose above the water level in the tank to avoid sudden, uncontrolled flow of waste water). Refillthe solution tank and continue cleaning.USING ATTACHMENTSSteps to follow in fitting the machine with optional attachments for detail or upholstery cleaning.1 Disconnect the recovery hose connection at the Y-fitting, which goes to the vacuum shoes. Connect the coupler and hose from suitable wet pick-uptools to the recovery hose.2 Attach the solution connection to the accessory port, located at the rear of the machine on the chassis. (An optional Wand Caddy Kit is available fromNilfisk-Advance).3 Turn the Master Key Switch (J) ON, next press the Accessory Vacuum Switch (I). The vacuum motor will run continuously until the switch is pressedagain to turn it OFF. NOTE: If the control repeatedly gives a full indication when the tank is not full, the automatic shut-off feature can be disabled, havea qualified service technician perform this function.revised 3/06