AVANT e6 2018, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...English Operator s Manual 2018 A428354 2018 1 EN 2018 www avanttecno com ...

Page 2: ...ic 12 V outlet 43 Seat Seat belt and seat adjustments 44 Seat heater 44 Lights 45 CAB L optional extra 46 Options 47 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 50 Starting the loader 51 Ignition key 51 Emergency stop button 52 Stopping the loader Safe stopping procedure 53 Battery disconnect switch 53 Drive control 54 Steering of the loader 59 In case the loader tips over 59 Material handling 60 WORKING WITH ATTACHME...

Page 3: ...safety is involved This safety symbol refers to important safety information in this manual It warns of an immediate hazard that could cause serious personal injury to yourself or others near the equipment The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement indicates important safety messages throughout this Manual It is used to draw attention to instructions involving your persona...

Page 4: ...safety and how to avoid hazardous situations An attachment may introduce risks that are not present when operating the loader with other kinds of attachments Always read the operator s manual of each attachment carefully Manuals of attachments DANGER Attachments can create significant risks that are not covered by this Operator s manual of the loader Make sure you have all attachments manual avail...

Page 5: ...this Manual Operating a loader that is in poor condition or that has received unauthorised modifications can be hazardous to the operator and bystanders Contact your local AVANT dealer if you are uncertain of anything concerning the operation and maintenance of this loader or for any questions service or spare parts In addition to the safety instructions included in this manual you must observe al...

Page 6: ...ttery Management System referred to as BMS in this manual The Battery Management System activates cooling or heating if the ambient temperature deviates from the optimum operation window of the battery However this will use battery power and thus reduce the state of charge If the battery is empty and a charger is not connected heating or cooling is not possible In this case the battery can get dam...

Page 7: ...rohibited Leave all electric parts from the battery connector forward to authorised service professionals to avoid risk of electric shock fire and short circuiting and explosion of battery High voltage cables and connectors inverter and electric motors do not have components that can be maintained by user Versions of this manual Avant has a policy on continuous product development Updated versions...

Page 8: ... or cleaning solvents is excluded 6 The Avant Warranty excludes any consumable parts e g tyres batteries filters belts etc except where it can be clearly shown that these parts were defective on original supply 7 Any damage caused resulting from the use of attachments not approved for use with this product is excluded 8 In the event a fault occurs which is attributable to manufacturing or assembly...

Page 9: ...he operator s manual of the attachment 5 Operate the control levers with careful and deliberate movements Avoid abrupt movements when handling the load in order to prevent the load from falling and to keep the machine stable 6 Keep away from the danger zone of the lifted boom and don t let anyone go there 7 Keep your hands feet and clothing away from all moving parts hydraulic components and hot s...

Page 10: ...ical fault or if another person operates the controls of the loader leading to crushing hazard The attachment or the loader are not intended to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods Lower the attachment before leaving the driver s seat The stability of the loader may change when leaving the driver s seat leading to tipping over of the machine WARNING Risk of overturning Sudden movemen...

Page 11: ...t a system is not in good condition stop the use of the loader and make sure the loader is serviced WARNING Pinching points Avoid pinching between loader frame itself and between loader and walls Keep all body parts within the safety frame Movements of the articulated frame creates pinching hazards Keep your head hands and feet inside the loader Be especially careful while you drive near walls and...

Page 12: ...e recommended tyre pressures and pay attention to the condition of tyres Keep in mind that a heavy load or long distance between the loader and the centre of gravity of the load will affect the balance and handling of the loader When you estimate the lifting capacity of the loader remember to take the weight of the attachment into account CAUTION Overload hazard Risk of tipping over and overturnin...

Page 13: ...he type of work The danger zone of the loader covers the reach area of the loader boom the turning area and wheels on both sides of the loader and the front and rear areas of the loader Stop the loader and its attachment immediately if there are other persons close to the loader Always make sure that it is safe to reverse with the loader Never assume that bystanders will remain where you last saw ...

Page 14: ... the loader are significantly reduced on inclined terrains and maximum lifting capacity can be achieved only on firm level ground On horizontally tilted terrain the load must be kept close to the ground and must never be lifted high Handle heavy loads only on even surfaces Handle heavy loads only on even surfaces Drive very slowly on uneven terrains Load unload and turn the machine on flat level g...

Page 15: ...ltering apparatus may be required Find out about other necessary safety equipment at your specific work site WARNING Stay within the space protected by the ROPS safety frame Always keep seat belt on to stay on driver s seat and to avoid getting crushed between ground and a loader that tips over CAUTION Silica dust warning Prolonged exposure to crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respirat...

Page 16: ...ic emissions Use only original spare parts to make sure that the product is kept in safe operating condition Working near powerlines Digging may expose buried electric cables and some attachments may make it possible to reach overhead powerlines with the loader creating hazard of electric shock and electrocution Plan work ahead and take necessary safety precautions DANGER Electrocution hazard Stay...

Page 17: ...he energy from the battery pack is used in two parallel systems 1 High voltage supply 48 V from the battery is converted by an inverter to a high voltage and high current electric power to drive the electric motors of the loader 2 A 12 V DC converter supplies electricity to the control systems of the loader hydraulic valves dashboard electric socket etc Never attempt to open modify the high voltag...

Page 18: ...ations If a fuse on the loader is blown repeatedly find out the cause Always use fuses with correct rating There are no replaceable fuses inside the battery pack assembly WARNING Lithium ion battery risk of fire and electric shock Never attempt to open the battery assembly Using a damaged battery extreme heat improper charging procedure or other type of wrong use can cause the battery to burn viol...

Page 19: ...e Recharge the loader only at a well ventilated place where temperatures remain within the allowed or recommended range To ensure fire safety during recharge Follow correct recharge instructions Damaged cables low quality extension cords or incorrect charger can overheat during recharge or damage the battery creating a risk of fire Use only the integrated charger of the loader or a correctly set u...

Page 20: ...ilable near the place where you store the loader The lithium ion battery in the Avant e6 loader can be put out with a general purpose fire extinguisher The battery contains electrical interface and flammable liquids and gasses Fires are classified according to the burning material Thus a fire extinguisher meeting the requirements of EN 3 Class ABC or similar type of fire extinguisher delivering eq...

Page 21: ... Contact information Loader identification Loader identification plate is located on the right side of the steering wheel Battery identification The battery identification label is located on the battery housing as shown in the adjacent figure For details about the information on the battery see page 26 Write down the serial numbers of your loader and its battery Have them ready when you communica...

Page 22: ...ng 600 mm hydraulically The boom can be fitted with a hydraulic self levelling system 5 Attachment coupling plate Attachments are mounted on the attachment coupling plate The locking pins on the plate can be operated manually standard or hydraulically option 6 Auxiliary hydraulics outlet The hydraulic hoses of hydraulically operated attachments are mounted on this outlet The outlet is equipped wit...

Page 23: ...e surface from dirt dust grease or other material Peel small portion of the decal backing paper and apply exposed adhesive to cleaned surface aligning the decal properly Peel rest of backing paper and press with hands to smooth out the decal WARNING The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the equipment Make sure that the...

Page 24: ...achine 3 Near electric motors A417270 WARNING Risk of burns Extremely hot surfaces Keep clear Allow loader to cool completely before maintenance 4 At loader entry point A411455 WARNING Risk of crushing Small gap between tyres of articulated loader Do not grip the steering wheel from outside the machine or when getting into the driver s seat to prevent moving of the wheels 5 At loader entry point A...

Page 25: ...stopping the machine first The parking brake should be used to stop the machine only in emergency Repeated use while driving will damage the brakes Table 3 Information labels Label Location Product code Message 7 ROPS frame A420726 ROPS FOPS Approval 8 Right panel near driver s seat A425537 Sound pressure level 78 dB A at driver s seat 9 Right panel near driver s seat A425536 Sound power level 94 ...

Page 26: ...tion date yyyymmdd Type Li ion Battery LiFePO4 B Warranty seal Warranty of the battery is void if the seal is broken C Warning label DANGER Do not tamper with connector Use specified charger only Service by qualified technician only D Label indicating Chemical hazards and handling of the battery Warning label of chemical content This Warning label informs about possible hazards and indicates the t...

Page 27: ...bel indicates the content in case of leakage or fire Warning The chemicals in the battery are 1 Toxic 2 Flammable 3 Corrosive 4 Oxidative 5 Personal protection is needed 6 Recycling information Lithium ion battery cells 7 Do not dispose of with domestic or industrial waste ...

Page 28: ... mm 2050 mm Ground clearance 200 mm Height and width Tyre Width Height 23 x 8 50 12 TR 1080 mm 1980 mm 23 x 10 50 12 TR 1130 mm 1985 mm 26 x 12 00 12 TR 1290 mm 2013 mm 320 60 12 HD TR 1290 mm 2013 mm 27 x 8 50 15 TR 1030 mm 2026 mm 23 x 8 50 12 GR 1080 mm 1980 mm 23 x 10 50 12 GR 1130 mm 1895 mm 26 x 12 00 12 GR 1290 mm 2013 mm 26 5 x 14 00 12 GR 1420 mm 2020 mm Tyre types TR Tractor type tyre tr...

Page 29: ...und pressure level 2000 14 EC LpA ISO 6396 78 dB A Sound power level 2000 14 EC LwA ISO 6395 94 dB A Hand arm vibration total 2 5 m s2 Whole body vibration max 0 5 m s2 Electric system and battery e6 Battery type Lithium ion LiFePO4 battery pack Battery product code TP01600010001 Stored energy 13 8 kWh Capacity 288 Ah Voltage 48 V nominal Electric motors 2 Net power drive 7 2 kW Net power auxiliar...

Page 30: ...the help of this graph and the Operator s Manual of each individual attachment Attachment may get damaged run too fast or it may be difficult to control precisely when oil flow is too high Using an incompatible attachment that requires constant high flow and pressure of hydraulic oil will result in drop of auxiliary hydraulics output This happens because the control electronics of the loader limit...

Page 31: ... x 14 00 12 GR 65787 1 8 bar When using the 26 5x14 00 12 tyres code 65787 use of 40 mm wheel spacers is mandatory to fit these tyres See page 32 Use the widest possible tyres For the best stability and controllability always use the widest tyres possible Tyres that are narrower than the standard tyres are intended for special purposes only with width restriction on the machine Use only tyres and ...

Page 32: ...HD Check that snow chains fit without hitting any part of the loader Check also that the snow tyres will fit when the loader is turned to maximum articulation Ballasted tyres Some tyres can be filled with special type of heavy foam that creates additional counterweight The filled tyres are also useful in area where frequent tyre puncture with normal tyres would be expected When driving with a load...

Page 33: ...loader swinging of the load is prevented and all controls are used in a calm and careful manner sudden movements of the loader or the load can cause the loader to tip over See also page 60 for more information about safe handling of heavy loads and for a list of typical factors that influence the stability of the loader WARNING Risk of tipping over Follow safety instructions The lifting capacity o...

Page 34: ...telescopic boom fully retracted and extracted and at two points in between the extreme positions of the boom As shown in the chart a load of about 760 kg can be lifted to a horizontal position and therefore it can be handled in any position of the loader boom If the telescopic boom is extended the tipping load is reduced down to 500 kg at the fully extended position A 1100 kg pallet can be lifted ...

Page 35: ...an tip over when you move the loader boom to another position Load diagram e6 How to read the load diagram a Tipping load with the loader frame in straight position b Tipping load with the loader frame in maximum articulation ROC Rated operating capacity defined as 60 of tipping load for pallet forks The tipping load chart describes only the stability of the loader to forward direction it does not...

Page 36: ...nary or driven max 2 km h with smooth and slow control movements Driver weighing 75 kg is seated on the driver s seat Load is distributed evenly on pallet forks with the load centre of gravity at 500 mm from the vertical part of pallet fork arms The weight of the fork attachment is taken into account in the indicated load value Rated operating capacity label Different positions of the loader boom ...

Page 37: ...splay 42 12 Hand throttle lever 41 13 Seat belt buckle 44 Controls in footwell A Drive pedal right drive forward 54 B Drive pedal left drive backward 54 Switches on the panel NOTE Some of the switches presented here are for optional equipment and might not be installed on the loader The position of the switch may be different than shown in here Auxiliary hydraulics outlet selection switch Optional...

Page 38: ...tors are running Indicator lights Symbol Colour Remarks 1 Not in use in this loader model 2 Red Hydraulic oil cooler fan fuse Hydraulic oil cooler malfunction 3 Red Hydraulics locked 4 Green Turn signal indicator Road traffic light kit only 5 Green Seat heater on 6 Yellow Boom floating on optional equipment Boom floating See page 47 7 Green Work lights on Work light switch at lower part of dashboa...

Page 39: ...ts Hydraulically operated attachments are connected to the loader using the multi connector system for more information see page 67 Operation directions depend on the attachment used When using an attachment for the first time carefully move the lever to test and check the operating direction of the attachment For continuous operation of rotating attachments turn to direction 1 and turn to locking...

Page 40: ...rial handling 4 Joystick 6 function optional extra If the loader is equipped with the optional 6 function joystick the auxiliary hydraulics can be controlled with electric buttons on the joystick Push and hold either button to operate hydraulic feature of the attachment Release buttons to stop Either these buttons or the control lever can be used depending on the attachment and kind of work The op...

Page 41: ... when using the loader boom or operating a hydraulically operated attachment The electric motors run when the ignition key is switched to ON position and when the operator is seated on driver s seat or other operating mode is selected See more information about the operating mode on page 55 The auxiliary hydraulics pump will also provide pressure for the release of the parking brake and to flush t...

Page 42: ...ected by the control systems of the loader Button keys of the multi function display Press the button keys at the bottom of the screen to change through different display modes and to choose the page you want to have on the display NOTE Some display modes have additional information available which you can access by pressing a button key multiple times All display modes may not have additional inf...

Page 43: ...t capacity of the loader is limited This available power shared between lights control system and all additional accessories such as seat heater etc High current accessories should not be connected to this electric socket Keep in mind that all additional electric equipment reduce the battery run time Switch off all unnecessary equipment Electric socket on the multiconnector There is an electric so...

Page 44: ...so as far as possible keep the operating terrain in good condition to minimise vibrations Suspension seat The suspension seat has the following adjustments 1 Seat position The distance of the seat from the steering wheel can be adjusted with the lever which is located under the front edge of the seat 2 Arm rest angle adjustment The angle of the arm rest can be adjusted by turning the roller under ...

Page 45: ...control panel Switches on the panel Warning beacon option The warning beacon warns others about the moving loader The control switch for the beacon is located in the control panel see page 38 If necessary for example when driving through low doorways the beacon can be removed quickly by loosening its retaining screw and then by pulling the beacon out Place the protective seal on the beacon stand t...

Page 46: ... access step Cab Safety Make sure visibility from the cab is adequate Keep all window panels clean and clear of snow ice etc Familiarise yourself with the special drive features and space needs of this articulated loader equipped with cab on a flat even and open place Remember that when turning the cab extends beyond the turning radius of the wheels This should be taken into consideration especial...

Page 47: ... boom floating only when necessary Boom floating The boom floating is a system that allows an attachment to follow the surface of the ground The floating system releases the lift cylinder and allows it to float upwards from the position where it is when boom floating is switched on When boom floating is switched on it is not possible to push down with the boom To switch on the boom floating 1 Lowe...

Page 48: ...ounterweights if driving without an attachment CAUTION Risk of sudden loss of stability Always install any counterweight firmly Counterweight can fall from the loader on uneven ground or after hitting a wall or other structure Tighten all fastening screws After installing the 180 kg side weight kit remove their lifting slings from the weights to prevent their use as tie down points Trailer couplin...

Page 49: ...re Unlock the carrier in controlled way and keep hands clear from linkage Extra auxiliary hydraulics outlet In addition to the standard auxiliary hydraulics outlet the loader can be equipped with a double acting extra outlet The couplers are conventional type quick couplers Extra quick couplers located under the multi connector at the front of the loader For instructions about use and how to conne...

Page 50: ... the full attention of the operator Do not perform distractive actions while operating such as using mobile devices WARNING Pay attention to other machines and persons that are moving in the area Make sure that there are no persons in the danger zone of the loader and the attachment The danger zone of the loader covers the reach area of the loader boom the turning area on the side and in the front...

Page 51: ...ill start as soon as driver is seated on the seat Note If the Operator mode switch is activated disabling the drive pedals the auxiliary hydraulics pump will start See page 55 for more information Drive functions are disabled if either drive pedal is depressed during start of the loader Drive function is enabled after release of pedals Ignition key The ignition key can switched into three position...

Page 52: ...ition see page 39 Do not press on the drive pedals 5 Turn the ignition key to position ON Automatic battery disconnect switch will be switched on when ignition key is turned The hydraulic pumps of the loader will not operate if the ignition key is in position P After this the loader boom and drive pedals are in operating mode You can adjust the speed of the pump of the boom and auxiliary hydraulic...

Page 53: ...o prevent the loader from moving Stop if you notice any of the following Stop the loader to a safe state as soon as possible if you observe any of the following symptoms Find out the cause before restarting Battery charge level is below 10 Drive to a charging location and avoid heavy load Electric motor rpm increases and or decreases suddenly by itself even if you don t move the throttle lever or ...

Page 54: ... have learned how to drive on low speed increase speed gradually and learn how to drive with higher drive speeds Make sure that there are no persons in the operating area of the machine Drive pedals Using the drive pedals Driving forward press gently on the right drive pedal until the machine starts to move slowly To drive backward press gently on the left drive pedal When you wish to stop gently ...

Page 55: ...rce The position of the hand throttle lever does not affect pulling force or drive speed If the battery charge level is low the loader may not be able to produce maximum pulling force or high drive speed Push pedal lighter in this case Operating mode switch The loader is equipped with a safety system that restricts the use of controls of the loader if there is no driver on the driver s seat There ...

Page 56: ...ulic motors on one side of the loader may receive larger portion of the total hydraulic flow leading to spinning of the wheels on one side of the loader In general the X lock should be switched off during general use where high pushing force is not needed Also when operating on hard surfaces the X lock should be switched off to reduce tyre wear When driving on slippery surfaces the X lock should b...

Page 57: ...lic oil will waste more energy To reach maximum battery capacity in freezing conditions keep the loader stored in warm shelter Battery will then remain relatively warm during use and will be able to output as much energy as possible Braking performance in cold environment The braking performance of the loader will depend on the ability of the lithium ion battery to receive the energy from braking ...

Page 58: ...ge 41 Use the ECO drive mode or the crawling inching mode whenever possible to save battery See page 55 Store the loader in within the recommended ambient temperatures This way the battery and the hydraulic systems of the loader stay warm during use of the loader and deliver the best performance even when operating in cold conditions When the loader and its battery get cold during storage in cold ...

Page 59: ...d in the bucket and the boom is up when driving WARNING Risk of tipping over Never use a high drive speed when turning In particular when the loader boom is up the stability of the machine is much weaker when turning Keep loads close to ground while driving WARNING Risk of collision and crushing Stay and keep hands and feet inside the safety frame Always remember that when turning the driver s sea...

Page 60: ...or inclined terrain significantly reduces the Rated operating capacity see also page 36 Use the maximum loads indicated in the load chart on the loader and in this manual as a guideline All rated operating capacities are based on the criteria that the loader is level on firm ground When the loader is operated in conditions that deviate from these criteria e g on soft or uneven ground on a slope or...

Page 61: ...nt tyres The further away the load is from the loader the less stable the loader is Keep the load as close to the ground and the loader as possible Never drive while load is lifted more than just off the ground Straight or articulated position of the loader frame If you turn the articulated frame the loader will tip over more easily Keep the loader in straight position when lifting heavy loads Lev...

Page 62: ...oader Contact your Avant dealer if necessary Use the attachment only for the intended purpose that is described in the Operator s Manual of the attachment Make sure that the attachment is connected properly on the quick coupling plate of the loader and as described in the Operator s Manual of the attachment Follow all instructions regarding personal protective equipment safety distances and possib...

Page 63: ...eliability of the combination of the loader and the attachment Consult your Avant dealer if you are unsure about the compatibility of the equipment with your Avant loader Manuals of attachments DANGER Attachments can create significant risks that are not covered by this Operator s manual of the loader Make sure you have all attachments manual available Wrong use of an attachment can cause serious ...

Page 64: ...ver Do not go to the area between the attachment and the loader Mount the attachment only on level surface Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked Always read also the additional instructions for coupling and using of the attachment in the Operator s Manual of the attachment The attachment procedure of an attachment may require additional steps in addition to the basic steps desc...

Page 65: ... sure that the locking pins are in the lower position and come through the fasteners on the attachment on both sides Hydraulic attachment coupling The optional hydraulic attachment coupling plate enables coupling and disconnecting of the attachment from driver s seat There is a hydraulic cylinder on the attachment coupling plate which moves the locking pins up and down The electro hydraulic system...

Page 66: ... upside down 2 Connect and lock the multiconnector by turning the lever towards the loader The lever should move easily all the way to its locking position If the lever does not slide smoothly check the alignment and position of the connector and clean the connectors Also shut down the loader and release the residual hydraulic pressure To disconnect the multiconnector system Before disconnecting p...

Page 67: ...ing towards the locking position will direct hydraulic flow to port 1 This is normally the normal or positive movement of the attachment 2 Moving the lever away from the locking position will direct flow in reverse direction pressure in port 2 3 The third port is a free return line to tank this is required by some attachments 4 The 4th port is for the integrated electric socket of the optional Att...

Page 68: ...ngs move the collar at the end of the female fitting Note that the protective caps on the loader and the attachment can be fastened to each other during operation to reduce the accumulation of dirt When disconnecting the standard quick couplings a small amount of oil may drip from the couplings Wear protective gloves and have some cloth at hand to keep the equipment clean For more information abou...

Page 69: ...es which can also be lubricated If a hydraulic attachment is mounted on the hydraulic side shift adapter the loader must be equipped with the optional second auxiliary hydraulics outlet in the front The attachment hoses are mounted on the multi connector and the side shift adapter hoses on the optional outlet Contact your Avant dealer for more information about the availability of the side shift a...

Page 70: ... on level ground CAUTION Adapter plates reduce lifting capacity Do not use adapters with heavy loads or attachments The adapter plates move the centre of gravity of the attachment further away from the loader This increases the risk of tipping over and can limit the use of heavy attachments All coupling adapters are intended only for specific attachments that can be safely and efficiently used wit...

Page 71: ...ing 1 Always secure the load Make sure all equipment is secured also before just a short transport It may be necessary to tie down attachments separately 2 Lower boom completely down 3 Lock the articulated frame lock 4 Always use straps or chains that are in good condition and rated for use as load securing device Check all hooks and locks 5 Consider weight distribution on a trailer Sometimes it m...

Page 72: ...stalled to a wheel hub with 5 bolts DANGER Risk of moving or falling of the loader Never lift or tie down loader from side counterweights Eyelets on extra side counterweights are for installing or removing the side counterweight only Never attempt to lift the loader from the counterweights or use them as tie down points Transport cover To protect the loader during transport transport cover is avai...

Page 73: ...weights from the loader Lower the boom down Mount the frame articulation lock to the frame of the loader Follow the instructions given in the operator s manual of the lifting kits for each cab type Never lift a loader with persons riding the machine Lift the loader as smoothly as possible and do not allow it to drop or wobble The following picture shows the principle of lifting a loader with the R...

Page 74: ...rage 1 month the battery should be charged to half full state 40 50 The temperature during long term storage should be between 0 C and 20 C It is advisable to check the state of charge every month to keep the battery in optimal condition The battery does not need to be removed or disconnected from the loader for storage However during long storage periods in optimal conditions stated above disconn...

Page 75: ...y when the ambient temperature is below 0 C If the battery does not have enough charge left for automatic cooling or heating functions the battery cells may get permanently damaged and its performance may decrease For optimum lifetime it is recommended to keep the state of charge of the battery around 40 50 half full and temperature between 0 C to 20 C during storage of the loader Never store the ...

Page 76: ...re Never store the loader with an empty battery Keep in mind that the loader can use its battery for cooling or heating of the battery to prevent damaging the battery Plug the loader to a charger in cold or hot temperatures see pages 6 and 74 Never allow the battery to become fully discharged This so called deep discharge will wear the battery Do a full charge cycle frequently keep the charger plu...

Page 77: ...ader on page 74 Avoid deep discharge of the battery Complete discharge can damage the battery Never operate the loader until there is no power left to drive the loader Charge the battery when the battery level indicator shows that no more than 10 of charge is left Battery will wear out quickly in repeated deep discharge cycle use Recharge fully discharged battery with complete charge cycle as soon...

Page 78: ...arger the charge voltage and current may be wrong for each phase of the charge causing overheat or boiling of the battery or damage to battery cells Charger types There are two ways to charge the e6 loader 1 Normal charging using the integrated charger of the loader Charging is started by connecting the charging plug of the loader to electric mains socket see page 82 for more instructions and info...

Page 79: ... stopped may result in battery damage and sparks Keep all cables and connectors clean and protected from rain Keep the charger protected from rain Never use damaged cables risk of fire Depending on the charger model and available electric supply fast charging can recharge the battery to a fully charged state in about one hour However the temperature of the battery and ambient temperatures will aff...

Page 80: ...n alarm is active If switching off the charger and disconnecting cables does not solve the alarm see the operator s manual of the charging unit b Yellow charging light solid or blinking Battery is being charged c Green solid charging is completed Green blinking The charging process has been manually stopped Press ESC 2 to resume charging 1 STOP button 1 You can interrupt the charging process by pr...

Page 81: ...nd to maintain its capacity Full charge is especially necessary after a deep discharge or repeated incomplete recharges Equalising charges are carried out following normal charging cycle until the green indicator light on the dashboard is lit Charge times Charge time depends on the temperature of the battery as described on page 57 With the integrated charger of the loader it will take about 7 5 h...

Page 82: ...pere ratings at your area If the use of electric plug or socket adapters can t be avoided use only high quality versions that are rated for outdoor use and that have also the grounding wire connected Keep extension cables as short as possible Use good quality cables that have adequate cable cross section for the required current CAUTION Risk of cable overheat and fire Avoid using extension cables ...

Page 83: ...nd let it cool down before starting any service operation Put the service support on the boom lift cylinder when working under the boom Keep boom lowered otherwise Install the frame lock when lifting the machine and for instance when changing tyres Before working on the electric system or battery disconnect the battery Check hydraulic hoses for cracks and wear Follow the wear of the hoses and stop...

Page 84: ...ment WARNING Risk of burns Allow loader to cool before opening covers Electric and hydraulic parts may be extremely hot after use The adjacent warning label is located visibly below the rear cover Hot areas include the hydraulic components and hoses and surfaces of electric motors and inverters WARNING Risk of injury from injected hydraulic oil and burns Never operate loader or attachments if ther...

Page 85: ...m Service support in place Frame lock A red frame lock bar is stored under the operator s cab This lock bar is intended to lock the articulated frame to make the loader frame stay straight during e g lifting or transportation The holes for the frame lock bar are on the left side of the loader below the access step 1 Slide the hook type end of the bar through a hole on the rear frame of the loader ...

Page 86: ...xternal surfaces of electric motors inverters and charger Use damp cloth for cleaning Dust hay and other dry materials inside the inner compartment will cause a fire hazard 5 Clean and check the battery Keep the top surface of the battery clean Check the battery cables connectors and terminals visually If a cable or its insulation has become brittle there is a risk of short circuit Replace cables ...

Page 87: ...ive pedals Do not use the loader if braking performance is decreased or if the loader creeps Allow the loader to warm up and check steering 12 Boom movements Boom should move smoothly to all extreme positions when using without an attachment If attachment is fitted check that the boom moves smoothly within its normal operating range Hydraulic hoses or electric cables must not get pinched or stretc...

Page 88: ...0 Check pressure of hydraulic system 11 Adjust pressure of hydraulic system 1 Depending on operating conditions Daily check may be needed 2 Check slide pads 1 to 4 on the boom 3 Adjust or replace slide pads 1 and 2 4 Check all slide pads and replace if necessary Maintenance operation When necessary Part B Battery Daily Every week Every month Every 400 h year 1 Ensure correct charge level depending...

Page 89: ...er is being used in dusty conditions Never spray the battery or electric motor compartment with a pressure washer Battery and electric connectors and insulators may get damaged Use cool or warm water to use other parts of the loader never use hot water above 70ºC 2 Greasing of the loader Greasing of the pivot points is very important in order to avoid wear Most of the greasing points are on the lo...

Page 90: ...ed load Refer to Chapter Technical Specifications 4 Check and tightening of bolts nuts and fittings Check tightness of bolts nuts and hydraulic fittings regularly However do not overtighten tighten hydraulic fittings only if necessary Wheel nuts should be tightened 150 Nm Check the tightness of the pivot pin locking screws if loose tighten and use thread locker Tighten wheel nuts after first 5 ope...

Page 91: ...by removing the drain plug on the right side of the front frame close to the articulation joint In both cases it is important to clean the magnetic drain plug Hydraulic oil tank capacity is 36 l Hydraulic oil type Always use correct type of clean high quality ISO VG 46 certified mineral hydraulic oil If ambient temperature is hot higher viscosity oil may be required contact dealer In freezing temp...

Page 92: ...ere are pairs of nylon slide pads 1 and 2 accessible from around the boom In addition there are pairs of aluminium bronze alloy slide pads 3 and 4 at the upper end of the inner boom To access pads 3 and 4 the boom parts must be separated Slide pads 1 and 2 Slide pads 1 and 2 can be adjusted by mounting thin adjustment sheets between the boom and the slide pad Extend the telescope almost completely...

Page 93: ... AVANT dealer if you need assistance Never adjust pressure to higher level than recommended setting The electric drive system is designed to operate at the intended pressure level Other settings can damage electric drive modify the response of the controls and decrease battery life Warranty will not cover for damages caused by wrong pressure setting Never remove tamper resistant seals from pressur...

Page 94: ...ed troubles 11 Adjust pressure of hydraulic system If the pressure check of boom and auxiliary hydraulic systems indicates that the pressure is wrong it can be adjusted only in case the adjustment is not sealed Pressure adjustment screw is locked with a nut loosen the nut first Adjust the pressure incrementally with an allen key Turn max 1 8 rounds at a time and check pressure again See pictures f...

Page 95: ...aning the battery surface must be dried by suitable means e g with compressed air or cleaning cloths Hot air devices with open flame or glow wires must never be used Avoid soaking the air filters of the battery with water Clean the outer surfaces of the air ventilation ports with rags and clean or replace the air filter elements as described in this manual WARNING Risk of battery damage and acid s...

Page 96: ...f the filter and replacement remove the rear side cover panel of the loader There is a pulling strap at the end of the filter element remove a filter by carefully pulling from the strap handle and slide the filter element to the side The new filter is mounted to the battery pack by pushing it in Please observe that the protective metal grill on the filter faces outwards and that the filter is push...

Page 97: ...system can cause a potentially lethal electric shock regardless of the relatively low voltage Contact authorized service in case of trouble with the electric drive system Main fuse boxes of 12 volt system There are two fuse boxes located outside the cab on the right side of the loader boom Lift the boom first for easier access to the fuses if possible Remember to use the service support If the boo...

Page 98: ...ems of the loader may go into to fault mode which will reduce power output to protect the battery and electric systems If necessary the loader can be driven to a safe location but must not be loaded or used more than absolutely necessary The loader must be checked and serviced by authorised service before continuing use Diagnostics fault codes Fault codes may help diagnosing a problem when communi...

Page 99: ...the steel structure of the loader gets damaged A faulty reparation or wrong methods and materials used for reparation can cause hazardous failures or further damage the loader WARNING In case the ROPS safety frame or the FOPS canopy of the machine gets damaged the machine must be taken to Avant service for checking It is not allowed to repair the ROPS and FOPS ...

Page 100: ...e page 55 Fault in attachment Check with another attachment if possible Attachment hoses will not go into the extra front or rear quick couplers of the loader There is back pressure in the auxiliary hydraulics line Release the pressure by moving the extra auxiliary hydraulics control lever in both directions Hydraulic oil overheats Control valve not fully open Adjust the locking plate of the aux h...

Page 101: ...nd boom movements work erratically motors run smoothly Air in hydraulic components Move boom and steering cylinders and hold at each extreme position to de air the system Check hydraulic oil level and condition Hydraulic oil pushed out from hydraulic oil filler cap hydraulic oil foams Leak in hydraulic suction line connecting tank and hydraulic pumps allows air to sucked in Replace suction hoses ...

Page 102: ... Remarks Serviced by Stamp signature ___ ___ _____ _____ 50 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 450 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 850 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 1250 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 1650 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2050 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2450 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 2850 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 3250 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 3650 h ___ ___ _____ _____ 4050 h ...

Page 103: ...Avant e6 103 Notes ...

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Page 105: ... 72 D Daily inspections 55 94 Dashboard 41 Dashboard e6 40 41 48 50 Decals on the battery 22 27 Description of the loader 22 Dimensions 29 Drive control 59 Drive or use while charging 89 Drive pedals 40 59 Drive speed and pulling force 31 Driving modes 60 E Electric 12 V outlet 40 46 Electric qualification 7 Electric system fuses 106 Electric system and battery 30 Electric systems of the e6 loader...

Page 106: ...opping procedure 57 Safety First 9 Safety frame ROPS and safety canopy FOPS 15 Safety instructions 91 Seat Seat belt and seat adjustments 47 Seat adjustments 47 Seat heater 41 47 Service and maintenance 10 91 Services made 111 Signs and decals 24 Snow chains 33 Starting the loader 55 Steering of the loader 64 Stopping the loader Safe stopping procedure 57 66 Storage 80 Storage of electric loader 6...

Page 107: ...memssionen Category EARTH MOVING MACHINERY LOADERS COMPACT LOADERS Catégorie ENGINS DE TERRASSEMENT CHARGEURS CHARGEURS COMPACTS Kategorie ERDBEWEGUNGSGERÄT LADER KOMPAKTLADER Original language Langue d origine Originalsprache Original language version Model Modèle Modell AVANT e6 L Serial Number Numéro de série Seriennummer Year of manufacture Année de fabrication Baujahr 2018 Directive Directive...

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