INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ENGLISHEdge 28B 146 3082 000(2)2007-06 11MACHINE OPERATIONAvoid stopping for a long time with the machine in the same position and the brooms rotating: this could create unwantedmarks on the floor.For machine proper operation, the dust filter must be as clean as possible. Therefore the filter shaker must be used atregular intervals (every 10 minutes, but this interval may vary according to the floor conditions), according to the followingprocedure.Stop the machine and turn the main switch (1) to "0".To shake the filter, move the filter shaker knob (8) to the right and then to the left several times.Turn the main switch (1) to “I” or to "II" and start sweeping again.NOTEWhen the dust filter is clogged, the machine cannot collect dust and debris anymore.CAUTION!Do not work on wet floors to prevent the dust fi lter from being damaged.The hopper (9) should be emptied after each working cycle and whenever it is full.NOTEWhen the hopper is full, the machine cannot collect dust and debris anymore.HOPPER EMPTYINGStop the machine and turn the main switch (1) to "0".Remove the hopper (9) by using the handles (31) and (32), then empty it at the waste collection center.Then install the hopper.The machine is ready to start working again.NOTEWhen the hopper is removed, all machine functions are disabled.AFTER MACHINE USEAfter working, before leaving the machine:Turn the main switch (1) to "0".Clean filter by using the filter shaker (8).Empty the hopper (9) (see the procedure in the previous paragraph).Lift the side broom (11) by pulling the lever (12) backwards and by engaging it to the fastener.Make sure that the machine cannot move independently.Charge the batteries (see the procedure in the Maintenance chapter).MACHINE LONG INACTIVITYIf the machine is not going to be used for more than 30 days, proceed as follows:Perform the daily maintenance procedures (see the Maintenance chapter).Check that the machine storage area is dry and clean.Slightly lift the machine so that the skirts, the main broom and the wheels do not touch the ground.FIRST PERIOD OF USEAfter the first 8 hours, check the machine fastening and connecting parts for proper tightening and check the visible parts forintegrity and leakage.1.2.•••3.1.2.3.4.5.6.1.2.3.