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Tennant 6600 Operator's Manual

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6600
(Diesel)
Sweeper
Operator Manual
North America / International
330890
Rev. 05 (03-2008)
*33089*
www.tennantco.com
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  • Page 1 6600 (Diesel) Sweeper Operator Manual North America / International 330890 Rev. 05 (03-2008) *33089* www.tennantco.com Home Find... Go To..
  • Page 2 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Thermo- -Sentry, II- -Speed, Perma- -Filter, 1 Step, Duramer, Vario Sweeping Brush, and VCS are US registered trademarks of Tennant Company. Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Page Page SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....HOW THE MACHINE WORKS ..OPERATION ......PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST .
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Page SKIRTS AND SEALS ....HOPPER LIP SKIRTS ....HOPPER SIDE SKIRT .

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following precautions are used throughout FOR SAFETY: this manual as indicated in their description: 1. Do not operate machine: WARNING: To warn of hazards or - - Unless trained and authorized. unsafe practices which could result in - - Unless operator manual is read and understood.
  • Page 6 Keep area well ventilated. - - Use cardboard to locate leaking hydraulic fluid under pressure. - - Use TENNANT supplied or approved replacement parts. 7. When loading/unloading machine onto/off truck or trailer: - - Turn off machine.
  • Page 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following safety labels are mounted on the machine in the locations indicated. If these or any label becomes damaged or illegible, install a new label in its place. EMISSIONS LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE SIDE ENGINE FAN AND BELT LABEL - - PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.

  • Page 8: Operation

    - Keep your machine regularly maintained by following the maintenance information in this manual. We recommend taking advantage of a regularly scheduled service contract from your TENNANT representative. - Order parts and supplies directly from your authorized TENNANT representative. Use the parts manual provided when ordering parts.

  • Page 9: Machine Components

    OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENTS 354000 A. Steering Wheel B. Operator Seat C. Engine Cover D. Engine Side Door E. Main Brush Access Door F. Hopper Access Cover G. Side Brush H. Hopper Cover Instrument Panel J. Fuel Tank 6600D 330890 (3- -07) Home Find...

  • Page 10: Control Panel Symbols

    OPERATION CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS These symbols identify controls and displays on the machine: Main and Side Brushes On Charging System Main Brush On Engine Oil Pressure Hopper Door Open High Engine Temperature Hopper Door Close Hopper Temperature --Thermo Sentry Hopper Down Filter Clogged Hopper Up Hopper Door Closed...

  • Page 11: Home Find... Go To

    OPERATION Side Brush Down Pressure Light Side Brush Down Side Brush Down Pressure Heavy Side Brush Up Windshield Wiper Slow High Engine Temperature Windshield Wiper Fast Dome Light Heater Cab Pressurizer Slow Cab Pressurizer Fast Engine speed (idle) Engine speed (slow) Engine speed (fast) 6600D 330890 (2- -07) Home...

  • Page 12: Controls And Instruments

    OPERATION CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS A. Hourmeter B. Operating/Hazard Lights Switch C. Vacuum Fan/Filter Shaker Switch D. Engine Speed Switch E. Side Brush Position Lever F. Ignition Switch G. Side Brush Down Pressure Knob H. Steering Wheel Directional Pedal J. Brake Pedal K.

  • Page 13: Operation Of Controls

    OPERATION OPERATION OF CONTROLS DIRECTIONAL PEDAL The directional pedal controls direction of travel and the propelling speed of the machine. You change the speed of the machine with the pressure of your foot; the harder you press the faster the machine travels. Forward: Press the top of the directional pedal with the toe of your foot.

  • Page 14: Brake Pedal

    OPERATION The toe angle of the optional directional pedal is adjustable. Remove the clevis pin, move the top of the pedal to the angle needed, and put the clevis pin through the adjustment holes. BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal stops the machine. Stop: Take your foot off the directional pedal and let it return to the neutral position.

  • Page 15: Main Brush And Side Brush Lever

    OPERATION MAIN BRUSH AND SIDE BRUSH LEVER The main brush and side brush lever controls the main brush and side brush rotation. Main Brush and Side Brush On: Push the main brush and side brush lever into the On position. Main Brush and Side Brush Off: Pull the main brush and side brush lever into the middle position.

  • Page 16: Hopper Door Lever

    OPERATION HOPPER DOOR LEVER The hopper door lever opens and closes the hopper door and dust door. Open the hopper door when sweeping. Close the hopper door when emptying the hopper to control debris and dust. Open: Push the hopper door lever into the Open position and leave it there.

  • Page 17: Hopper Lift Lever

    OPERATION HOPPER LIFT LEVER The hopper lift lever raises and lowers the hopper. Up: Pull and hold the hopper lift lever into the Up position. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. NOTE: The hopper will not raise if the main brush, side brush, and vacuum fan are operating.

  • Page 18: Main Brush Position Lever

    OPERATION MAIN BRUSH POSITION LEVER The main brush position lever lowers and raises the main brush. The main brush can be lowered into one sweeping position, which is set by the main brush adjustment knob. Down: Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left.

  • Page 19: Main Brush Adjustment Knob

    OPERATION MAIN BRUSH ADJUSTMENT KNOB The main brush adjustment knob controls the amount of contact the main brush has with the sweeping surface. Note the length of the main brush bristles with the color band on the brush idler plate before moving the main brush adjustment knob.

  • Page 20: Turn Signal Switch (Option)

    OPERATION TURN SIGNAL SWITCH (OPTION) The turn signal switch operates the turn signals. Right: Push the switch lever forward. 06487 Left: Pull the switch lever back. 06488 Flashers: Pull out the knob. 06745 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 21: Hopper Temperature Light - - Thermo Sentry

    OPERATION HOPPER TEMPERATURE LIGHT - - THERMO SENTRY The hopper temperature light comes on when there is too much heat in the hopper, possibly from a fire. The Thermo Sentry will stop the vacuum fan. The Thermo Sentry has to be reset manually, see THERMO SENTRY in MAINTENANCE.

  • Page 22: Hopper Door Light

    OPERATION HOPPER DOOR LIGHT The hopper door light comes on when the hopper door is closed. Make sure the hopper door is open and the hopper door light is off, before sweeping with the machine. ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT The engine oil pressure light comes on when the engine oil pressure falls below 35 kPa (5 psi).

  • Page 23: Hourmeter

    OPERATION HOURMETER The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been operated. Use this information to determine machine maintenance intervals. FUEL LEVEL GAUGE The fuel level gauge is an analogue gauge that indicates how much fuel is in the fuel tank. NOTE: Do not let the fuel tank empty completely.

  • Page 24: Engine Speed Switch

    OPERATION ENGINE SPEED SWITCH The engine speed switch controls engine governed speed. The engine has three speeds; Idle, medium and high. Idle: The engine will automatically start in idle speed. To return the engine to idle from another engine speed, press the bottom of the engine speed switch.

  • Page 25: Steering Wheel

    OPERATION STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel controls the machine’s direction. The machine is very responsive to the steering wheel movements. Left: Turn the steering wheel to the left. Right: Turn the steering wheel to the right. STEERING COLUMN TILT LEVER (OPTION) The steering column tilt lever controls the angle of the steering column.

  • Page 26: Ignition Switch

    OPERATION IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch starts and stops the engine with a key. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. Preheat: Turn the key counter-clockwise. The glow plug light will come on. Hold the key in this position for 15 to 30 seconds, depending on weather conditions.

  • Page 27: Side Brush Position Lever

    OPERATION SIDE BRUSH POSITION LEVER The side brush position lever lowers and raises the side brush. Side Brush Down: Pull the side brush position lever down and to the right. Release the lever up into the Brush Down slot. Side Brush Up: Pull the side brush position lever down and to the left.

  • Page 28: Side Brush Down Pressure Knob

    OPERATION SIDE BRUSH DOWN PRESSURE KNOB The side brush down pressure knob changes the side brush contact with the sweeping surface. Heavy: Turn the side brush down pressure knob counter-clockwise. Light: Turn the side brush down pressure knob clockwise. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find...

  • Page 29: Fuses

    OPERATION FUSES Fuses are a one--time protection device designed to stop the flow of current in the event of a circiut overload. Never substitute higher valve fuses than specified. Machine fuses are located on the left side of the operator compartment, under the steering column. The chart lists the fuses and the electrical components they protect.

  • Page 30: Circuit Breakers (Option)

    OPERATION CIRCUIT BREAKERS (OPTION) The circuit breakers are resettable electrical circuit protection devices. Their design stops the flow of current in the event of a circuit overload. Once a circuit breaker is tripped, it must be reset manually. Press the reset button after the breaker has cooled down.

  • Page 31: Latches

    OPERATION LATCHES The side doors, rear doors, engine cover, hopper cover, hydraulic tilt--out cooler, and cab door are secured with latches. Open the right rear Grille Door: Pull the door open. Open the left rear Grille Door: On machines serial number 024999 and below, push down on the door latch.

  • Page 32: Hopper Support Bar

    OPERATION HOPPER SUPPORT BAR The hopper support bar is located on the operator’s side of the hopper. The hopper support bar holds the hopper in the raised position to allow work under the hopper. DO NOT rely on the machine hydraulic system to keep the hopper raised.

  • Page 33: Deluxe Suspension Seat (Option)

    OPERATION DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT (OPTION) The deluxe suspension seat has three adjustments. They are for backrest angle, operator weight adjustment and front to back adjustment. The backrest angle adjustment lever adjusts the angle of the backrest. Adjust: Raise the lever up and slide the seat backward or forward, until the backrest angle is in the desired position, and release the lever.

  • Page 34: Heater Knob (Option)

    OPERATION HEATER KNOB (OPTION) The heater knob controls the cab heater on the cab option. On: Pull the knob out until the air temperature is at the desired comfort level. For maximum heat, pull the knob out all the way. Off: Push the knob in all the way.

  • Page 35: Dome Light Switch (Option)

    OPERATION DOME LIGHT SWITCH (OPTION) The dome light switch controls the dome light on the cab option. On: Press the top of the switch. Off: Press the bottom of the switch. PRESSURIZER SWITCH (OPTION) The pressurizer switch operates the cab pressurizer on the cab option.

  • Page 36: How The Machine Works

    OPERATION HOW THE MACHINE WORKS The steering wheel controls the direction of machine travel. The directional pedal controls the speed and forward/reverse direction. The brake pedal slows and stops the machine. The side brush sweeps debris into the path of the main brush.

  • Page 37: Starting The Machine

    OPERATION STARTING THE MACHINE 1. You must be in the operator’s seat with the directional pedal in neutral, and your foot on the brake pedal or with the parking brake set. For Safety: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral.
  • Page 38 OPERATION 4. Release the machine parking brake. 5. Select the (Fast 1) engine speed with the engine speed switch. 6. Drive the machine to the area being swept. 07816 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 39: Sweeping And Brush Information

    OPERATION SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION Pick up oversized debris before sweeping. Flatten or remove bulky cartons from aisles before sweeping. Pick up pieces of wire, twine, string, etc., which could become entangled in brush or brush plugs. Plan the sweeping in advance. Try to arrange long runs with minimum stopping and starting.

  • Page 40: Sweeping

    OPERATION Nylon 24-row Main Brush -- Recommended for severe dust conditions on rough surfaces. This brush has excellent pickup and long life. Fiber and Wire 24-row Main Brush -- Offers good sweeping action and pickup in heavy dust concentrations. This brush is recommended where soilage is slightly encrusted.
  • Page 41 OPERATION 3. Push the main brush and side brush lever into the On position, or pull the lever into the On position. 4. Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum. 5. Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left.

  • Page 42: Stop Sweeping

    OPERATION STOP SWEEPING 1. Pull the main brush position lever all the way back and to the right. Release the lever forward into the Up position. 2. Pull the side brush position lever down and to the left. Release the lever up into the Up slot.
  • Page 43 OPERATION 4. Pull the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes 5. Press the filter shaker switch to activate the hopper filter shaker. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 44: Emptying The Hopper

    OPERATION EMPTYING THE HOPPER 1. Slowly drive the machine to the debris site or debris container. 07816 2. Pull the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes 3. Release the hopper door lever into the middle (Hold) position.
  • Page 45 OPERATION 4. Pull the hopper lift lever into the Up position and raise the hopper to the desired height. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, make sure adequate clearance is available before raising hopper. NOTE: Be aware that the minimum ceiling height needed to high dump the hopper is 2745 mm (9 ft.).
  • Page 46 OPERATION 10. Slowly back the machine away from the debris site or debris container. For Safety: When using machine, use care when reversing machine. 07999 11. Push the hopper lift lever into the Down position. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find...

  • Page 47: Stop The Machine

    OPERATION STOP THE MACHINE 1. Stop sweeping. 2. Take your foot off the directional pedal. Step on the brake pedal. 3. Select the (Idle) position with the engine speed switch. 4. Set the machine parking brake. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find...

  • Page 48: Post-Operation Checklist

    OPERATION 5. Turn the ignition switch key counter-clockwise to stop the engine. Remove the switch key. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST - Check the engine oil level. - Check the engine coolant level.

  • Page 49: Engaging Hopper Support Bar

    OPERATION ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1. Set the machine parking brake. 2. Start the engine. For Safety: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. 3. Raise the hopper all the way up. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find...
  • Page 50 OPERATION 4. Lift and position the hopper support bar under the hopper lift arm. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. 5. Slowly lower the hopper so the lift arm rests on the support bar. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms.

  • Page 51: Disengaging Hopper Support Bar

    OPERATION DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1. Start the engine. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. 2. Raise the hopper slightly to release the hopper support bar. 3. Put the support bar in its storage position. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point.

  • Page 52: Operation On Inclines

    OPERATION 4. Lower the hopper. 5. Shut the engine off. OPERATION ON INCLINES Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the brake pedal to control machine speed on descending inclines. The maximum rated incline is 6_. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.

  • Page 53: Options

    OPERATION OPTIONS VACUUM WAND The vacuum wand uses the machine’s vacuum system. The vacuum hose and wand allow the operator to pick-up debris that is out of reach of the machine’s sweeping path. The vacuum wand can be used from the operator’s seat while the machine is stopped.
  • Page 54 OPERATION 6. Open the vacuum wand door on the front of the machine hopper. Align the slot in the vacuum hose with the pin inside the vacuum door. Install the end of the vacuum hose in the machine. 7. On machines without a cab, disconnect the rubber straps securing the solid section of vacuum hose to the machine.
  • Page 55 OPERATION Start the engine. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. Select the (Fast 2) engine speed with the engine speed switch. 10. Pull and hold the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes on.
  • Page 56 OPERATION 11. Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum. 12. Vacuum the area as needed. 13. Press the vacuum switch to shut off the vacuum. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..
  • Page 57 OPERATION 14. Shut the engine off. 15. Open the hopper cover. 16. Remove the vacuum hose from the hopper connection and close the vacuum wand door. 17. Secure the vacuum wand and hose in place with the mounting clips and rubber strap(s). 6600D 330890 (2- -04) Home Find...

  • Page 58: Blower Wand

    OPERATION BLOWER WAND The blower wand uses the machine’s vacuum exhaust. The blower wand allows the operator to blow debris out from areas that are out of reach of the machine’s sweeping path. The blower wand can be used from the operator’s seat while the machine is stopped.

  • Page 59: Heater Valve

    OPERATION 4. Move the lever on the engine cover backward into the OFF position to stop airflow through the wand. 08145 5. Put the blower attachment on the back of the machine. 08143 HEATER VALVE The heater valve is located in the engine compartment on the side of the engine.

  • Page 60: Machine Troubleshooting

    Engine operating at (Fast 2) Operate engine at (Fast 1) speed speed Vacuum hose damaged Replace vacuum hose Vacuum fan failure Contact TENNANT service personnel Hopper door partially or Open the hopper door completely closed Thermo Sentryt tripped Reset Thermo Sentryt...
  • Page 61 OPERATION 6600D 330890 (2- -04) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 07747 MAINTENANCE CHART NOTE: Check procedures indicted (*) after the first 50-hours of operation. No. of Lubricant/ Service Fluid Interval Description Procedure Points Daily Engine air filter Check indicator Empty dust cap Engine crankcase Check oil level Brush compartment skirts Check for damage, wear and adjustment Hopper lip skirts...
  • Page 63 HYDO Tennant Company or approved hydraulic fluid . . . Water and permanent-type ethylene glycol anti-freeze, --34_ C (--30_ F) . . . Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1) 6600D 330890 (04- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 64: Lubrication

    The rear wheel support pivots the rear wheel. The support has two grease fittings for the bearings. The rear wheel support bearings must be lubricated every 200 hours of operation. Use Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1). 6600D 330890 (6- -06) Home...

  • Page 65: Hopper Bearings

    The hopper bearings must be lubricated after every 200 hours of operation. Use Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1). FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS Inspect the front wheel bearings for seal damage, and repack and adjust every 400 hours of operation.

  • Page 66: Hydraulics

    HYDRAULIC FLUID The quality and condition of the hydraulic fluid play a very important role in how well the machine operates. TENNANT’s hydraulic fluid is specially selected to meet the needs of TENNANT machines. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 67: Hydraulic Hoses

    MAINTENANCE TENNANT’s hydraulic fluids provide a longer life for the hydraulic components. There are two fluids available for different temperature ranges: TENNANT part no. Ambient Temperature 65869 above 7_ C (45_ F) 65870 below 7_ C (45_ F) The higher temperature fluid has a higher viscosity and should not be used at the lower temperatures.

  • Page 68: Engine

    MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Check the radiator core exterior for debris every 100 hours of operation. Blow or rinse all dust, which may have collected on the radiator, in through the grille and radiator fins, opposite the direction of normal air flow. The grille and hydraulic cooler open for easier cleaning.

  • Page 69: Air Filter Indicator

    MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER INDICATOR The air filter indicator shows when to replace the air filter element. Check the indicator daily. The indicator’s red line will move as the air filter element fills with dirt. Do not replace the air filter element until the red line reaches 5 kPa (20 in H O) and the “SERVICE WHEN...
  • Page 70 MAINTENANCE 4. Clean the inside walls of the filter housing with a clean cloth. 5. Replace the safety element after the primary filter has been changed three times. 6. Install the new primary filter and secure in place with the wingnut. 7.

  • Page 71: Fuel Filter

    MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter cartridge filters impurities from the fuel. It is located on the left side of the engine. Replace the fuel filter element every 400 hours of operation. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area.

  • Page 72: Battery

    MAINTENANCE BATTERY The battery for the machine is a low maintenance battery. Do not add water to the battery or remove the battery vent plugs. After the first 50 hours of operation, and every 800 hours after that, clean and tighten the battery connections.

  • Page 73: Debris Hopper

    MAINTENANCE DEBRIS HOPPER HOPPER DUST FILTER The dust filter filters the air pulled up from the hopper. The dust filter is equipped with a shaker to remove the accumulated dust particles. The dust filter shaker is operated by the filter shaker switch.

  • Page 74: To Replace Hopper Dust Filter

    MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE HOPPER DUST FILTER 1. Stop the engine and set the machine parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Open the hopper cover. 3.
  • Page 75 MAINTENANCE 6. Remove the filter shaker plate from the dust filter element. 7. Clean or discard the dust filter element as required. 8. Remove the shipping tab from the dust filter element if a new element will be inserted into the machine. 9.

  • Page 76: Thermo Sentry

    MAINTENANCE 10. Insert the pin from the shaker into the hole on the dust filter element comb. 11. Check the shaker solenoid gap with the end of the shipping tab. The gap should be the same width as the tab. If it is not, loosen the mounting screws, adjust the gap by repositioning the shaker solenoid, then tighten the screws.

  • Page 77: Brushes

    MAINTENANCE BRUSHES MAIN BRUSH The main brush is cylindrical and spans the width of the machine, sweeping debris into the hopper. Check the brush daily for wear or damage. Remove any string or wire tangled on the main brush, main brush drive hub, or main brush idler hub.

  • Page 78: To Replace Main Brush

    MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE MAIN BRUSH 1. Stop the engine and set the machine parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Raise the main brush. 3.

  • Page 79: To Check And Adjust Main Brush Pattern

    MAINTENANCE TO CHECK AND ADJUST MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 1. Apply chalk, or some other material that will not blow away easily, to a smooth, level floor. 2. Raise the side brush and main brush and position the main brush over the chalked area.
  • Page 80 MAINTENANCE To decrease the width of the main brush pattern, loosen the main brush adjustment knob and slide the main brush adjustment plate back 7 mm (0.25 in). If the main brush pattern is tapered, more than 15 mm (0.5 in) on one end than the other, adjust the taper with the taper adjustment bracket at the drive end of the brush.

  • Page 81: Side Brush

    MAINTENANCE SIDE BRUSH The side brush sweeps debris along edges into the path of the main brush. Check the brush daily for wear or damage. Remove any string or wire found tangled on the side brush or side brush drive hub. Check the side brush pattern daily.

  • Page 82: To Replace Side Brush

    MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE SIDE BRUSH 1. Empty the debris hopper. 2. Set the machine parking brake. 3. Stop the engine. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 4.

  • Page 83: Skirts And Seals

    MAINTENANCE SKIRTS AND SEALS HOPPER LIP SKIRTS The hopper lip skirts are located on the bottom rear of the hopper. The skirts float over debris and help deflect that debris into the hopper. The hopper lip skirts consist of five bottom lip segments and two additional side lip segments.

  • Page 84: Rear Skirts

    MAINTENANCE REAR SKIRTS The two rear skirts are located on the bottom rear of the main brush compartment. The vertical skirt should clear the floor up to 5 mm (0.25 in) in dusty conditions, and touch the floor otherwise. The recirculation skirt is self-adjusting.

  • Page 85: Hopper Seals

    MAINTENANCE HOPPER SEALS The hopper seals are located on the front and side portions of the machine frame that contact the hopper. Check the seals for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. HOPPER DOOR SEALS The hopper door seals are located on the hopper door.

  • Page 86: Hopper Filter Seals

    MAINTENANCE HOPPER FILTER SEALS The hopper filter seals are mounted on the hopper directly below the filter. They are also mounted on both sides of the hopper dust filter element and on the edges of the filter shaker. Check the seals for wear or damage after every 100 hours of operation.

  • Page 87: Brakes And Tires

    MAINTENANCE BRAKES AND TIRES SERVICE BRAKES The mechanical service brakes are located on the front wheels. The brakes are operated by the foot brake pedal and connecting cables. Check the brake adjustment every 200 hours of operation. The brake pedal should not travel more than 25 mm (1 in) to fully engage the brakes.

  • Page 88: Pushing, Towing, And Transporting The Machine

    MAINTENANCE PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE If the machine becomes disabled, it can be pushed from the front or rear, but towed only from the rear. The propelling pump has a bypass valve to prevent damage to the hydraulic system when the machine is being pushed or towed.
  • Page 89 MAINTENANCE 2. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground, use a winch to load machine. If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground, the machine may be driven onto the truck or trailer.
  • Page 90 MAINTENANCE 5. Position the machine onto the truck or trailer as far as possible. If the machine starts to veer off the centerline of the truck or trailer, stop and turn the steering wheel to center the machine. 6. Set the parking brake and block the machine tires.

  • Page 91: Machine Jacking

    Before storing the machine for an extended period of time, the machine needs to be prepped to lessen the chance of rust, sludge, and other undesirable deposits from forming. Contact TENNANT service personnel. 6600D 330890 (4- -03) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 92: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES Item Dimension/capacity Length 2360 mm (93 in) Width 1585 mm (62.5 in) Height 1470 mm (58 in) Height with overhead guard 2080 mm (82 in) Height with overhead guard and hazard light 2270 mm (89.5 in) Height with cab 2100 mm (82.62 in) Height with cab and hazard light...

  • Page 93: Power Type

    HYDRAULIC SYSTEM System Capacity Fluid Type Hydraulic reservoir 24.6 L (6.5 gal) TENNANT part no. 65869 -- above 7_ C (45_ F) TENNANT part no. 65870 -- below 7_ C (45_ F) Hydraulic total N/A L (N/A gal) BRAKING SYSTEM Type...

  • Page 94: Machine Dimensions

    SPECIFICATIONS 2360 mm (93 in) 1585 mm (62.5 in) TOP VIEW 2080 mm (82 in) 1470 mm (58 in) 1135 mm (44.75 in) 1560 mm (61.5 in) SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 354037 MACHINE DIMENSIONS 6600D 330890 (6- -06) Home Find... Go To..

  • Page 95: Index

    INDEX Capacities, 90 Chains, 70 Air conditioning switch (option), 32 Static drag, 70 Air filter, 67 Charging system light, 19 Dust cap, 67 Element, 67 Circuit breakers, 27, 28 Heavy duty filter option, 67 Clogged filter light, 20 Air filter indicator, 67 Control panel Aisle turn, 90 Clogged filter light, 20...
  • Page 96 INDEX Controls and Instruments, 10–28 Service records, 34 Side door latch, 29 Covers Specifications, 91 Engine, Latch, 29 Speed switch, 22 Hopper, Latch, 29 Engine oil pressure light, 20 Engine speed switch, 22 Debris hopper, 71–73 Dust filter and seals, 34 Dimensions, 90 Fuel filter, 69 Directional pedal, 11...
  • Page 97 INDEX Hopper door, Operate, 14 Levers Hopper door, 14 Hopper door lever, 14 Hopper lift, 15 Hopper door light, 20 Main brush and side brush, 13 Main brush position, 16 Hopper lift lever, 15 Parking brake, 12 Hopper support bar, 30 Side brush position, 25 Hopper temperature light, 19 Steering column tilt, 23...
  • Page 98 INDEX Operating/hazard lights switch, 21 Safety Disengaging hopper support bar, 49–50 Operation, 6–54 Engaging hopper support bar, 47–48 Operation on inclines, 50 Hopper support bar, 30 Labels, 5 Operator Responsibility, 6 Precautions, 3 Operator seat, 30, 31 Seals, 81–84 Options, 51–58 Brush doors, 82 Air conditioning switch, 32 Hopper, 83...
  • Page 99 INDEX Steering column tilt lever, 23 Steering wheel, 23 Stop sweeping, 40 Stop the machine, 45–46 Storing machine, 89 Sweeping, 38–39 Sweeping and brush information, 37–38 Switches Air conditioning (option), 32 Dome light, 33 Engine speed, 22 Ignition, 24 Operating/hazard lights, 21 Pressurizer, 33 Turn signal, 18 Vacuum fan/filter shaker, 21...
  • Page 100 INDEX 6600D 330890 (3- -07) Home Find... Go To..

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