ENGLISH / A-3FORM NO. 56041656 - Exterra™ / SR 1900 - A-3INTRODUCTIONThis manual will help you get the most from your Nilfi sk-Advance Sweeper. Read it thoroughly before operating the machine.Note: Bold numbers in parentheses indicate an item illustrated on pages 8-11.PARTS AND SERVICERepairs, when required, should be performed by Nilfisk-Advance service personnel using Nilfisk-Advance original replacement parts andaccessories.Call Nilfisk-Advance for repair parts or service. Please specify the Model and Serial Number when discussing your machine.NAME PLATEThe Model and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the Nameplate on the right side of the machine. This information is needed whenordering repair parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.MODEL ________________________________________________SERIAL NUMBER _______________________________________UNCRATING THE MACHINEUpon delivery, carefully inspect the shipping crate and the machine for damage. If damage is evident, save all parts of the shipping crate so thatthey can be inspected by the trucking company that delivered the machine. Contact the trucking company immediately to file a freight damageclaim.1 After removing the crate, remove the wooden blocks next to the wheels.2 Check the engine oil and coolant levels.3 Check the hydraulic oil level.4 Read the instructions in the Preparing the Machine For Use section of this manual, then fill the fuel tank.6 Place a ramp next to the front end of the pallet.7 Read the instructions in the Operating Controls and Operating the Machine sections of this manual and start the engine. Slowly drive themachine forward down the ramp to the floor. Keep your foot lightly on the brake pedal until the machine is off the pallet.CAUTION!Use extreme CAUTION when operating this sweeper. Be certain that you are thoroughly familiar with all of the operating instructionsprior to using this sweeper. If you have any questions, contact your supervisor or your local Nilfisk-Advance Industrial Dealer.Should your sweeper malfunction, do not attempt to correct the problem unless your supervisor directs you to do so. Have aqualified company mechanic or an authorized Nilfisk-Advance Dealer Service person make any necessary corrections to theequipment.Use extreme care when working on this machine. Neckties, loose clothing, long hair, rings and bracelets can get caught in movingparts. Turn the Key Switch (TT) OFF, remove the Key, set the Parking Brake (F) and disconnect the battery before working on themachine. Use good common sense, practice good safety habits and pay attention to the yellow decals on this machine.Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the Brake Pedal (F) to control machine speed while descending inclines. DO NOT turnthe machine on an incline; drive straight up or down.The maximum rated incline during transport with a 3 cylinder model is 15%.The maximum rated incline during transport with a 4 cylinder model is 24%.* Note: Reference the separately supplied engine manufacturer’s maintenance and operator manual for more detailed enginespecification and service data.All references to 3 cylinder models apply to Advance branded models only. There are no 3 cylinder Nilfi sk branded models.revised 8/07