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Model No.:
609392 – 120V
609384 – 230V
609684 – 240V EMC
TENNANT COMPANY
Commercial Products
12875 RANSOM STREET
HOLLAND MI 49424 U.S.A.
FAX: 1–800–678–4240
CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1–800-982–7658
1230
Self Contained Carpet Extractor
Operator and Parts Manual
609743
Rev. 00 (01-00)

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  • Page 1 1230 Self Contained Carpet Extractor Model No.: Operator and Parts Manual 609392 – 120V 609384 – 230V 609684 – 240V EMC TENNANT COMPANY Commercial Products 12875 RANSOM STREET HOLLAND MI 49424 U.S.A. 609743 FAX: 1–800–678–4240 Rev. 00 (01-00) CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1–800-982–7658...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present. 16. For grounded appliance: ”Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.” Tennant 1230 (06–96)
  • Page 3 14. User de prudence lors du nettoyage des escaliers. 15. Ne pas aspirer des liquides inflammables ou combustibles, comme de l’essence, et ne . pas faire fonctionner dans des endroits où peuvente se trouver de tels liquides. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 4 Cet appareil est destiné à un circuit de 120 v et est muni d’une fiche de mise à la terre semblable à celle illustrée par le croquis. S’assurer que l’appareil est branché à une prise de courant ayant la même configuration que la fiche. Aucun adaptateur ne devrait être utilisé avec cet appareil. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ......SOLUTION SYSTEM ......Tennant 1230 (07–99)
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    This product is intended for commercial use. 4 When using machine: – Do not pull machine by plug or cord – Keep cord away from heated surfaces – Do not unplug by pulling on cord Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 7: Safety Labels

    FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL – LOCATED ON THE FOR SAFETY LABEL – LOCATED ON THE SOLUTION TANK COVER. MACHINE HANDLE FRAME. MOVING PARTS LABEL – LOCATED ON THE HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE LABEL – LOCATED ON SCRUB HEAD. THE REAR PANEL OF THE MACHINE. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Wheels– (2) rear, 250mm (10 in) dia MACHINE WEIGHT Empty solution/recovery tank – 51kg (111lb) Full solution Tank – 84.4kg (186lb) Full solution/recovery tank – 103.4kg (228lb) Shipping Weight – 54kg (119lb) DIMENSIONS 20 in. 510mm 30 in. 760mm 35 in. 880mm Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 9: Machine Components

    C. Solution Tank Cover J. Rear Wheels D. Recovery Tank K. Powerbrush Head E. Recovery Tank Cover L. Powerbrush Storage Latch F. Power Cord M. Recycle Valve (recycle model) G. Control Panel N. Recycle Valve Selector Handle (recycle model) Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 10: Operation Of Controls

    It may be necessary to allow the circuit breaker to cool down before resetting, or it may trip again. Reduce the brush pressure before resuming scrubbing and check the brush for obstructions. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 11: Preparing Floor For Cleaning

    (OFF). RECYCLE VALVE SELECTOR HANDLE (OFF) A. Recovery Tank FILL LEVEL OF SOLUTION TANK B. Recycle Valve A. Fill Chain C. Recycle Valve Selector Handle B. Fill Opening Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 12: Cleaning Carpets

    (130_ F) in the recovery tank or tank damage may occur. 2. Add detergent in the same dilution ratio used in the solution tank. 3. Make sure the machine is in the recycling mode. UNLATCH POWERBRUSH HEAD A. Powerbrush Head B. Latch Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 13: Emptying And Cleaning The Solution Tank

    DRAINING THE SOLUTION TANK A. Drain Plug B. Drain Plug Knob C. Drain Hose 5. Flush out the inside of the solution tank with clean water. FOAM IN FILL AREA A. Solution Tank Cover B. Fill Area Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 14: Emptying And Cleaning The Recovery Tank

    Put the solution screen back in the tank. SOLUTION SCREEN REMOVING RECOVERY TANK 8. When the solution tank is completely drained A. Recovery Tank and flushed, place the drain plug back into the Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 15: Post-Operation

    4. Place the recovery tank back into the machine. components. Reconnect the vacuum hose to the recovery tank. Make sure that the tank gaskets are seated properly. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 16: Optional Attachment Tools

    The carpet wand can be used for more inaccessible places. CONNECTING ATTACHMENT HOSE A. Wand Attachment Hose B. Recovery Tank 3. Attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the selected attachment tool in the same way. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 17 To vacuum up the solution with the hard floor wand, blades deflect slightly while the tool is pushed back flip the cleaning tool so the squeegee side is facing and forth. down. Push and/or pull the tool across the floor to pickup the solution. Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    - Drive belt inspection/replacement. To clean nozzles and vacuum inlet: - Scrub brush replacement (if required). 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Replace the brush when the remaining Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 19: Freeze Protection

    Follow directions for the appropriate cleaning process, but run your selected cleaning solution through the system to purge all anti-freeze before starting the cleaning process. DISPENSING NOZZLE A. Nozzle B. Gasket Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Tank cover gaskets leak Inspect/replace Recovery tank not seated properly Reposition tank properly against solution tank gaskets Operation too fast on dirty carpet Slow down cleaning process Could be normal – different carpets Test on different carpet release solution differently Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 21 Reduce solution level cover at rear of machine Too much or wrong chemical Reduce dilution/change to proper chemical Solution leaks from machine Loose clamps/fittings Tighten/replace Broken hoses/components Inspect/repair/replace Components damaged from freezing. Inspect/repair/replace Follow freeze protection procedures in future Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 22: Standard Parts

    STANDARD PARTS Main Frame and Plumbing Group Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 23 Screw, S–tap #10 140012 Washer, Plain 200031436 Screw, m06x16mm 575522000 Fitting, 3/8Fx3/8H 575217000 Valve, Check 200313012 Washer, Flat 575533000 Washer, Lock 200607491 Screw, m08x25mm 575037 Clip, Wire 579028 Nut, Lock 14880.5 Washer, Flat 200031486 Screw, m08x16mm 200370019 Washer, Lock Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 24: Recovery Tank Group

    STANDARD PARTS Recovery Tank Group Recycle Recovery Tank Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 25 Tank, Recovery, Pail, Teal (recycle model) 575228000 Seal, Water 575535000 Fitting, Nipple 575340000 Valve, Ball 150404 Street, Elbow, 45_ 575545000 Fitting, Reducer 578014000 Screen 200613384 Screw, m5x14mm 575541000 Washer, Flat 575536 Coupling, End 575540000 Nut, Jam 575537 Chain, Ball 575538000 Link, Spacing Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 26: Solution Tank Group

    STANDARD PARTS Solution Tank Group 19 20 Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 27 STANDARD PARTS Solution Tank Group Part No. Description Qty. 575210000 Tank, Solution, Teal (recycle model) 609072 Decal, “1230” 621277000 Fitting, Straight 575055 Filter, Pump 150420 Fitting, 90_ 150617 Fitting, Nipple 575250000 Gasket, Tank 578729 Decal, Read Manual 150538 Adaptor 140308...
  • Page 28 STANDARD PARTS Solution Tank Group – EMC Model Tennant 1230 (1–00)
  • Page 29 STANDARD PARTS Solution Tank Group – EMC Model Part No. Description Qty. 575210000 Tank, Solution, Teal (recycle model) 609072 Decal, “1230” 621277000 Fitting, Straight 575055 Filter, Pump 150420 Fitting, 90_ 150617 Fitting, Nipple 575250000 Gasket, Tank 578729 Decal, Read Manual...
  • Page 30: Powerbrush Group

    STANDARD PARTS Powerbrush Group 33 32 Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 31 575264000 Mount, Bearing 575269000 Cap, Plug 575267000 Washer, Wavy 575387000 Brush Assembly 575262000 Brush Only 140125 Bearing, Brush 575266000 Seal, Brush 575264000 Mount, Bearing Optional Brush 578322 Brush, Grit, 17” Optional (not shown) Assembly Included in Assembly Tennant 1230 (7–99)
  • Page 32: Electrical Panel Group

    STANDARD PARTS Electrical Panel Group Tennant 1230 (1–00)
  • Page 33 Switch, Pushbutton 575576000 Gasket 575305000 Wire Assy, Console 575306000 Wire Assy, Acc Sw 575308000 Wire Assy, Vac Sw 575309000 Wire Assy, Vac Mtr 578720 Splash Guard (EMC Model) 575712 Wire Assy (EMC Model) 578869 Filter, RFI (EMC Model) Tennant 1230 (1–00)
  • Page 34: Electrical Schematic

    STANDARD PARTS Electrical Schematic Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 35: Breakdowns

    Pump, Solution Asm., 230V 190129 Kit, Pressure Switch 190172 Kit Pressure Switch (Viton) 190134 Kit, Diaphragm Only 190128 Kit, Upper Pump Housing 190124 Kit, Check Valve Only 190171 Kit, Valve (Viton) 190131 Kit, Service 190130 Kit, Lower Pump Housing Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 36: Vacuum Motor

    Vacuum Motor Part No. Description Qty. 575243000 Vacuum Fan Assy 120V 575034 Vacuum Fan Assy 230V 130487 Cover, Fan Motor 575381000 Brush, Fan Motor 120V 575592 Brush, Fan Motor 230V 100038 Gasket, Foam 130096 Terminal 130040 Wire, Tie Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 37: Options

    578091000 Plug, Quick Connect 578077000 Bracket, Valve 578064000 Valve, Water 578094000 Fitting, Hose Barb 578160000 Clamp, Hose 575523000 Hose, Reinforced 575529000 Tip, Spray 150510 Fitting, Hose 578904000 Handle, Assy 578155000 Handle, Wand 578211000 Screw 578154000 Bracket, Handle Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 38: Hard Floor Wand

    OPTIONS Hard Floor Wand Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 39 Stud, Adjust. 578126000 Axle, Wand 578125000 Wheel, Guide 578123000 Bracket, Axle 578155000 Handle, Wand 578154000 Bracket, Handle 578091000 Male Quick–Conn. 578164000 Grommet 578821000 Hose, Solution 578161000 Clamp, Hose 578094000 Pipe, barb 578064000 Valve, Water 150208 Fitting, Plug Tennant 1230 (7–96)
  • Page 40: Upholstery Tool

    575519000 Nozzle 578064000 Valve, Water 578091000 Plug, Quick Conn. Hose Assembly Part No. Description Qty. 578903000 Hose Assy 578318000 Fitting, Quick conn. 578160000 Clamp, hose 578820000 Hose 578072000 Cuff, swivel 578276000 Hose, vacuum 578071000 Connector, quick F. Tennant 1230 (7–96)

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