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5700XP
(Electric)
(000000- -029999)
Walk- -Behind Scrubber
Operator Manual
The Safe Scrubbing Alternative
R
R
ES Extended Scrub System
North America / International
MM401
Rev. 20 (09-2006)
*MM4001*
www.tennantco.com

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  • Page 1 5700XP (Electric) (000000- -029999) Walk- -Behind Scrubber Operator Manual The Safe Scrubbing Alternative ES Extended Scrub System North America / International MM401 Rev. 20 (09-2006) *MM4001* www.tennantco.com...
  • Page 2 Sales Rep. phone no. -- Customer Number -- Installation Date -- Tennant Company PO Box 1452 Minneapolis, MN 55440 Phone: (800) 553--8033 or (763) 513--2850 www.tennantco.com Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice. Copyright E 1998--2000, 2002--2006 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ....ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE GUIDE ROLLERS ..... . . 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 4 INDEX ........5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    - - Turn off machine and remove key. This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt 5. When servicing machine: and dust in an indoor environment. Tennant does - - Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose not recommend using this machine in any other jackets, shirts, or sleeves when environment.
  • Page 6 FOR SAFETY LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION OPERATOR CONSOLE. TANK COVER. 10066 FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE OPERATOR CONSOLE. BATTERY CHARGING LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK. 5700XP MM401 (9- -96)
  • Page 7: Operation

    Tennant representative. - Order parts and supplies directly from your authorized Tennant representative. Use the parts manual provided when ordering parts. - After operation, follow the recommended daily and hourly procedures stated in the MAINTENANCE CHART.
  • Page 8: Machine Components

    Parking brake (option) J. Recovery tank drain hose K. Solution tank hose L. Support arm M. Stop arm N. Batteries O. Scrub head P. Scrub brush access cover Q. Scrub brush idler door R. FaST solution system (option) 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 9: Control Panel Symbols

    Variable flow or rate Power wand or vacuum wand Circuit breaker #1 Travel speed Circuit breaker #2 Squeegee Circuit breaker #3 Brush pressure Circuit breaker #4 ES (Extended scrub) Circuit breaker #5 Recovery tank full Circuit breaker #6 Scrubbing 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 10: Controls And Instruments

    Recovery tank full indicator J. Scrubbing switch K. Hourmeter L. On-off key switch M. Power kill switch (option) N. Steering height adjustment latch O. Circuit breakers P. Solution tank hose Q. Recovery tank drain hose R. Squeegee lever 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 11: Steering Handles

    Backward: Rotate the handles toward you. Turning: Push the machine in the direction of the turn with the steering handles. The machine will turn on the swivel casters. Stopping: Release the handles. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 12: Solution Flow Lever

    POWER WAND SWITCH (OPTION) The power wand switch turns on and off the power wand solution system. On: Press the top of the switch. The switch will light up. Off: Press the bottom of the switch. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 13: Speed Switch And Indicator

    Then the pressure will return to the minimum setting. NOTE: When the machine is powered off, the brush pressure will remain in the last setting used. 5700XP MM401 (9- -95)
  • Page 14: Fast Switch (Option)

    Off: Press the switch. RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR The recovery tank full indicator comes on when the recovery tank is full. When the indicator comes on, the squeegee raises and the vacuum fan shuts off after a short delay. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 15: Scrubbing Switch

    Operate the machine a few minutes before reading the charge level of the batteries. NOTE: The battery discharge indicator will not reset from the flashing indicator unless the batteries have been fully charged. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 16: Hourmeter

    The power kill switch halts all power to the machine. Halt: Hit the power kill switch. Restart: Turn the power kill switch to the right to release the switch. Turn off the machine power, then turn on the machine power. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 17: Circuit Breakers

    40 A Heavy duty vacuum fan 25 A Machine propel 10 A Machine controls 20 A Scrub brush 35 A Heavy duty disk scrub brush 20 A Scrub brush 35 A Heavy duty disk scrub brush 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 18: Fuses (Option)

    The drain hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the end of the hose and turning the plug latch to tighten the plug. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 19: Recovery Tank Drain Hose

    The arm is released by pulling up on it. STOP ARM The stop arm prevents the solution tank from fully closing when the tank is lowered. Push the arm in to lower the solution tank completely. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 20: Squeegee Down Pressure Cams

    PARKING BRAKE (OPTION) The parking brake is controlled with a foot pedal and a release lever located by the squeegee. Set: Push down on the foot pedal. Release: Pull up on the release lever. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 21: How The Machine Works

    700 mm (28 in) squeegee is used with the 700 model scrub head, as well as the 800 mm (32 in) with the model 800, and the 900 mm (36 in) with the model 900. The two available brush types are disk and cylindrical. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 22: Fast Scrubbing System (Option)

    FaST system. Conventional cleaning detergents/ restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution system. NOTE: Storage or transporting machines equipped with FaST in freezing temperatures requires special procedures. Check with a TENNANT representative for advice. 5700XP MM401 (9- -06)
  • Page 23: Pre-Operation Checklist

    THE FaST PAK AGENT section of the manual. - FaST SCRUBBING: Check that all conventional cleaning agents/restorers are drained and rinsed from the solution tank. - FaST SCRUBBING: Check that the solution tank is filled with clear cool water only. 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 24: Installing Fast Pak Agent (Option)

    Do not add cleaning agents in the solution tank. Conventional cleaning agents/restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution system.. 3. Raise the solution tank and remove the front cover to access the FaST PAK carton. 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 25 FaST PAK, simply squeeze and release the hose several times. If the previous FaST PAK was run dry, it may take up to 3 minutes of operation to remove any air pockets in the system before you achieve maximum foaming. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 26: Starting The Machine

    STARTING THE MACHINE 6. Turn the machine power on. 7. Release the machine parking brake, if your machine has this option. FILLING THE TANKS 1. Start the machine. 2. Drive the machine to the filling site. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 27 5. ES mode: Lift up the solution tank. Fill the recovery tank with water 50 mm (2 in) below the top of the ES filter located on the bottom of the tank, approximately 87 L (23 gal) of water. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 28 For specific recommendations, contact your Tennant representative. WARNING: Flammable materials can cause an explosion or fire. Do not use flammable materials in tank(s). 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 29: Normal Scrubbing

    Polishing pad -- This white pad is for polishing floors. Maintains a high gloss. Use for buffing very soft finishes and lower traffic areas, or use for polishing soft waxes on wood floors. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 30 NOTE: Cylindrical scrub brushes must be installed with the herringbone patterns on the brushes pointing towards each other for best debris pick up. 1. Start the machine. 2. Drive the machine to the area to be scrubbed. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 31 4. Press the scrubbing switch. 5. CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING: Adjust the solution flow to the floor as needed. NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST system flow rate is pre- -set. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 32: Double Scrubbing

    NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST system flow rate is pre- -set. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 33: Stop Scrubbing

    OPERATION STOP SCRUBBING 1. Release the steering handles. 2. Press the scrubbing switch. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 34: Draining And Cleaning The Tanks

    2. Drive the machine next to a floor drain or sink. 3. Turn the machine power off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 4. Set the parking brake, if your machine has this option. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 35 8. ES mode: When the solution tank has completely drained, replace the drain hose plug in the solution tank drain hose and place the solution tank drain hose back onto the mounting clip on the machine. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 36 11. Lift the solution tank to reach the recovery tank. 12. Flush out the inside of the recovery tank with clean water. NOTE: Do not use steam to clean the tank. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 37 Clean by shaking dust or rinsing pleats with low pressure water. Insert the filter back in to the recovery tank when finished. NOTE: Be sure the vacuum filter is dry before reinstalling it in the machine. 5700XP MM401 (9- -06)
  • Page 38 17. Pull up on the support arm and lower the solution tank. Push the stop arm in to completely lower the solution tank. 18. Cylindrical scrub head: Remove and clean the debris trough. Place the trough back in the scrub head. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 39: Stop The Machine

    OPERATION ON INCLINES Drive the machine slowly on inclines. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces. The maximum rated climb and descent incline with empty tanks is 8_, with full tanks is 6_. 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 40: Post-Operation Checklist

    - Empty and clean the debris tray. (if applicable). - Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements. - FaST scrubbing: If FaST PAK is empty after scrubbing, install a new FaST PAK or connect supply hose to the storage plug. 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 41: Machine Troubleshooting

    Uneven brush pressure, level scrub head Broken brush drive belts on cylindrical scrub head, replace belt Check with TENNANT representative for advice Low battery charge Charge batteries until the charger automatically turns off Tire pressure low Increase tire pressure 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 42 Faulty pump or air compressor Contact TENNANT representative Clogged filter screen Drain solution tank, remove and clean filter screen FaST system is not primed To prime, operate the FaST solution system for 3 minutes. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 43: Options

    Do not pickup. 1. Turn the machine power off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 2. Set the parking brake, if your machine has this option. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 44 3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the squeegee. 4. Put together the wand and the wand hose. 10080 5. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the squeegee suction hose with the adapter. 6. Turn the machine power on. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 45 OPERATION 7. Lower the squeegee with the squeegee switch to turn the vacuum system on. 8. Vacuum the floor. 06599 9. When finished, raise the squeegee to shut off the vacuum. 10.Turn the machine power off. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 46 OPERATION 11. Remove the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose. 12. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the top of the squeegee. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 47: Power Wand

    FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 2. Set the parking brake, if your machine has this option. 3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the squeegee. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 48 Push the connector in until it stops. Pull on the hose to make sure it is connected. 6. Attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the power wand. 7. Turn the machine power on. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 49 Scrub the floor with the brush side of the cleaning tool. 11. Vacuum up the solution by turning over the cleaning tool so the squeegee side is down. 06202 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 50 06604 12. When finished, switch the power wand off. 13. When finished, raise the squeegee to shut off the vacuum. 14. Disconnect the solution hose from the machine. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 51 15. Remove the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose. 16. Disconnect the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses from the power wand. 17.Turn the machine power off. 18. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the squeegee. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Clean and connect hose to stor- and connector (option) ing plug when not in use Front tires Check air pressure 50 Hours Cylindrical brushes Check taper and rotate front to rear FaST Filter screen Clean (option) 5700XP MM401 (9- -06)
  • Page 53 Check motor brushes 1000 Scrub brush motors Check motor brushes Hours Propelling motor Check motor brushes Transaxle Check lubricant level SPL -- Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1) GL -- SAE 90 weight gear lubricant 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 54: Lubrication

    The rear casters each have one grease fitting on the caster swivel. Lubricate the caster with a grease gun containing Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1) every 100 hours of machine operation. TRANSAXLE Check the transaxle lubricant level every 1000 hours of operation by removing one of the orange filler plugs.
  • Page 55: Charging The Batteries

    27_C (80_ F). CHARGING THE BATTERIES 1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a well-ventilated area. 2. Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake if your machine has this option. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 56 6. Plug the charger connector into the battery connector. WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and open flame away. Keep covers open when charging. 7. Plug the battery charger into the wall outlet. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 57: Touch Panel

    MAINTENANCE NOTE: If the red “ABNORMAL CYCLE” lamp lights when the TENNANT charger is plugged into a wall outlet, the charger cannot charge the battery and there is something wrong with the battery. 8. The TENNANT charger will start automatically. When the batteries are fully charged, the TENNANT charger will automatically turn off.
  • Page 58: Electric Motors

    The carbon brushes on the vacuum fan motor should be inspected after every 500 hours of machine operation. The carbon brushes on the scrub brush motors and propelling motor should be inspected after every 1000 hours of machine operation. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 59: Scrub Head

    5. Pull the strap tight through the buckle, and attach the strap end to the skirt using the hook and loop fastener. 6. Raise the scrub head. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 60: Replacing The Scrub Head Skirt

    6. Pull the strap tight through the buckle, and attach the strap end to the skirt using the hook and loop fastener. 7. Adjust the skirt as stated in ADJUSTING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRT. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 61: Cylindrical Brush Scrub Head Skirts

    3. Remove the retainer strip and hardware. 4. Replace the old skirt with a new skirt and mount in place with the retainer strip and hardware. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 62: Removing Or Replacing The Scrub Head

    1. Lower the scrub head. 2. Turn the machine power off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 3. Remove the machine front cover. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 63 5. Disconnect the wire harness. 6. Disconnect the scrub head from the guide by removing the clevis pin. 7. Disconnect the lift arms from the scrub head by removing the two clevis pins. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 64: Leveling The Scrub Head

    2. Check the level of the scrub head by measuring the distance from the top of the scrub head, to the floor at all four corners. The scrub head should measure the same on all four corners. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 65 Turn the adjustment screw until the scrub head measures level. Tighten the jam nut. 4. Install the machine front cover. 5. Cylindrical scrub head: Check the brush pattern as described in CHECKING AND ADJUSTING CYLINDRICAL BRUSH PATTERN. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 66: Scrub Brushes

    2. Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake if your machine has this option. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 3. Open the access cover on either corner of the scrub head. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 67 9. Lift the scrub brush into the drive plug. 10. Check to make sure the brush is securely mounted on the brush drive hub. 11. Close the scrub head access cover. 12. Repeat for the other brush. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 68: Cylindrical Brushes

    4. Pull the brush out of the scrub head. 5. With the double row end of the brush towards you, guide the brush onto the drive hub. NOTE: Use the double rows on the idler end of the brush. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 69: Checking And Adjusting Cylindrical Brush Pattern

    A polish mark will remain on the floor. 5. Raise the scrub head and move the machine away from the chalked area. Turn the machine power off. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 70 Pull the idle plug off the brush. B. While holding the flat end of the idler shaft with a wrench, loosen the mounting screw on the outside of the idler door. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 71: Solution System

    The outside of the tank can be cleaned with vinyl cleaner. Rinse and wipe off the level sensors daily. The level sensors are located inside the recovery tank. 5700XP MM401 (9- -06)
  • Page 72: Solution Tank

    A vacuum fan screen is located in the solution tank, for machines below serial number 006956. Remove and clean this screen daily. For machines serial number 006956 and above, a filter is located in the recovery tank. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 73: Fast System (Option)

    The FaST system air filter is located on top of the air pump. Remove and clean out the air filter with compressed air after every 200 hours of FaST scrubbing. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, stop on level surface, wear eye protection when using pressurized air. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 74: Squeegee

    2. Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake if your machine has this option. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the squeegee. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 75: Installing The Squeegee Assembly

    1. Turn the machine power on. 2. Lower the squeegee. 3. Drive the machine forward, then turn the machine power off. 4. Look at the deflection of the squeegee blade, over the full length of the squeegee blade. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 76: Adjusting Squeegee Blade Deflection

    Turn the squeegee deflection cams clockwise to increase blade deflection. 6. Drive the machine forward again to check the squeegee blade deflection. 7. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if necessary. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 77: Adjusting The Squeegee Guide Rollers

    FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, and turn off machine. 3. Loosen the two retention knobs, one at each end on the squeegee. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 78: Replacing Or Rotating The Front Squeegee Blade

    3. Remove the squeegee from the machine. See REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY. 4. Remove the rear squeegee blade and retainer. See REPLACING OR ROTATING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 79 Do not overtighten. 10. Install the squeegee assembly on the squeegee pivot. See INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY. 11. Adjust the squeegee blade leveling and deflection as stated in LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE and ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE BLADE DEFLECTION. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 80: Belts And Chains

    Check the belt tension and wear every 100 hours of operation. STATIC DRAG CHAIN A static drag chain prevents the buildup of static electricity in the machine. The chain is attached to the transaxle. Make sure the chain is always touching the floor. 5700XP MM401 (6- -04)
  • Page 81: Tires

    Only push a disabled machine for a very short distance and do not exceed 3.2 kp/h (2 mph). It is NOT intended to be pushed for a long distance or at a high speed. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 82: Transporting The Machine

    AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground. 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 straighten the machine. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 83 FOR SAFETY: When unloading machine off truck or trailer, use winch. Do not push the machine off the truck or trailer unless the loading surface is horizontal AND 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 84: Machine Jacking

    4. Start the solution flow. Start the power wand solution system or ESt system to circulate the washer solution through the components. 5. The washer solution does not need to be drained from the solution tank. 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 85: Specifications

    Recovery tank capacity to full sensor 114 L (30 gal) Recovery tank capacity to top of tank 152 L (40 gal) Transaxle 90 weight gear lubricant capacity 1.42 L (1.5 qt) GVWR 690 kg (1520 lb) 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 86: Fast System (Option)

    1700 mm (67 in) head Aisle turnaround width with 900 mm (36 in) scrub 1725 mm (67.5 in) head Maximum rated climb and descent angle with empty tanks Maximum rated climb and descent angle with full tanks 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 87: Power Type

    (I t (International) TIRES Location Type Size Pressure Front (2) Pneumatic 4.10/3.5 -- 6 415 to 450 kPa (60 to 65 psi) Front (2) Solid (option) 1.2/3.0--6 Rear, casters (2) Solid, non-marking 5 x 2 in 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 88: Machine Dimensions

    950 mm (37.5 in) 1065 mm (42 in) 1155 mm (45.5 in) 1600 mm (63 in) 1625 mm (64 in) 1660 mm (65.25 in) 1690 mm (66.5 in) 1090 mm (43 in) 720 mm (28.25 in) 10189 MACHINE DIMENSIONS 5700XP MM401 (6- -03)
  • Page 89: Index

    Adjusting the scrub head skirt, 57 Replacing scrub head skirt, 58 Cams, Squeegee down pressure, 18 Double scrubbing, 30 Capacities, 83 Draining and cleaning the tanks, 32–36 Chains, 78 Static drag, 78 Circuit breakers, 15 Scrub brushes, 60 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 90 Maintenance, 50–74 Intervals, 50 Recommended, 5 Grease fittings, Rear casters, 52 Maintenance chart, 50 Motors, Electric, 56, 85 Hoses Recovery tank drain, 17 Solution tank, 16 Normal scrubbing, 27 Hourmeter, 14 How the machine works, 19 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 91 Cylindrical brushes, 59 Disk brushes, 57 Removing the squeegee, 72 Solution Replacing cylindrical brushes, 66 Filling the tanks, 24–26 Replacing front squeegee blades, 76 Flow lever, 10 System, 69 Replacing rear squeegee blades, 75 Tank hose, 16 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)
  • Page 92 Squeegee lever, 14 Squeegee switch, 11 Staring the machine, 24 Static drag chain, 78 Steering handles, 9 Height adjustment, 10 Stop arm, 17 Stop scrubbing, 31 Stop the machine, 37 Storage information, 82 Freeze protection, 82 5700XP MM401 (12- -05)

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