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(Gas/LPG) Rider Scrubber English EN Operator Manual 331481 To view, print or download Rev. 10 (3-2013) the latest manual, visit: *331481* www.tennantco.com/manuals...
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Installation Date − INTENDED USE The T20 is an industrial rider machine designed to scrub hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, stone, synthetic, etc). Typical applications include industrial warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution facilities, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, parking facilities, transportation terminals, and construction sites.
NOT touch. WARNING: Machine can emit excessive noise. Hearing loss can result. Wear hearing protection. CAUTION: LPG engine will run for a few seconds after key is turned off. Apply parking brake before leaving machine. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
− Do not modify the machine from its hot ashes. − Use brakes to stop machine. original design. − Go slow on inclines and slippery − Use Tennant supplied or approved surfaces. replacement parts. − Reduce speed when turning. − Wear personal protective equipment −...
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CAUTION LABEL − LPG engine will run for a few seconds after key is turned off. Apply parking brake before leaving machine. Located next to the ignition switch on the instrument panel. (LPG machines only) 10783 T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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Located on engine compartment panel. WARNING LABEL − Burn hazard. Hot surface. Do not touch. Located on the side of the bumper, on the exhaust shield, and on the hydraulic reservoir. 10783 T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
S. Solution tank drain hose I. Fuel tank T. Debris tray carriage J. Seat shroud U. Taillights K. FaST carton, or ES detergent tank V. Rear squeegee compartment (option), or ec−H2O System W. Engine cover Module compartment (option) T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
D. Steering column tilt knob E. Directional pedal F. Brake pedal G. Parking brake pedal H. Touch panel I. Operating / Hazard Lights switch J. Spray nozzle switch (option) K. Engine indicator lights L. ec−H2O system indicator light (option) T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
(option) G. Solution increase button (+) H. Solution decrease button (−) I. Brush pressure increase button (+) J. Brush pressure decrease button (−) K. Side brush button (option) L. Engine speed button M. Supervisor control buttons T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR The Charging system indicator comes on when If this indicator comes on, contact a Tennant the alternator is not operating within the normal service representative. range. If this indicator comes on, stop the machine immediately and correct the problem.
The amount of fuel in the LPG tank. light next to the button will turn off. The machine will default to the last setting used when it is powered on or off. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
The Supervisor Control buttons are for accessing the configuration and diagnostic modes. Only Press the bottom of the Operating / hazard light properly trained service personnel and TENNANT switch to turn on the hazard light, headlights, and representatives should access these modes.
2. Release the Steering column tilt handle. Increase firmness: Turn the weight adjustment knob clockwise. Decrease firmness: Turn the weight adjustment knob counterclockwise. Use the gauge next to the weight adjustment knob to help determine seat firmness for the operator. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
SQUEEGEE PROTECTORS (OPTION) The rear and side squeegee protectors help protect the rear squeegee from being damaged. To engage the rear squeegee protector, pull the pin, lower the protector bar, and reinsert the pin. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
When in the conventional Scrub mode, a water important role in determining the type of brushes and detergent mixture is used to scrub the floor. to use. Contact a Tennant representative for specific recommendations. When in the optional FaST (Foam scrubbing) Nylon brush (Disk)* −...
Tufted pad driver − Standard pad driver has short bristles, or “tufts,” on the back to hold the Perform the Daily Maintenance Procedures after pad in place. This driver works with all Tennant each use (see MACHINE MAINTENANCE in this pads except the black high productivity pad.
- Check the right solution tank cover seal for damage and wear. - Clean the hopper and the debris screen. - Check the squeegee hose for debris or blockage. - Check the squeegees for damage, wear, and deflection adjustment. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
9. Slowly open the tank service valve and check for leaks. If a leak is found, immediately close the service valve and inform the appropriate personnel. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, do not park near combustible materials, dust, gases, or liquids. Stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine, and remove key. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
Drain, rinse, and refill the solution tank with clear cool water before operating the FaST or ec−H2O system. Conventional cleaning detergents may cause a FaST or ec−H2O system failure. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
Do not use ATTENTION: For ES Scrubbing, only use flammable materials in tank(s). recommended low−foaming cleaning detergents. Machine damage due to the use of improper detergent will void the manufacturer’s warranty. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
The machine will default to the last setting used when it is powered on or off. NOTE: When the ES system is turned on there is a slight delay before the ES pump begins operating. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
The middle setting (two lights) allows solution AND detergent flow. The lowest setting (one light) allows solution flow WITHOUT adding detergent. Detergent does not have to be continuously added with the solution flow to attain effective scrubbing results. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces. NOTE: The squeegee automatically rises when the machine is driven backwards. This prevents damaging the squeegee. NOTE:The ec−H2O system indicator light will not turn on until the machine starts scrubbing. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
Scrub the heavily soiled area. NOTE: Double scrubbing is not recommended in areas where the cleaning solution will run under racks or damage products. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−10)
Do not pick up. Press the Scrub vacuum fan/squeegee button. The light above the button will come on, the squeegee will lower, and the vacuum fan will start operating. Pick up the water or non−flammable liquid spill. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
2. Press the debris tray carriage release lever. 5. Empty the contents from the debris tray. 6. Remove the debris screen from the debris tray. 7. Rinse the debris screen and the debris tray. 3. Pull the debris tray carriage open. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−2013)
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13. Lift slightly on the debris tray carriage handle and push the debris tray carriage closed until it locks shut. 9. Spray water through the port located inside the vacuum coupling to rinse debris from the debris tray coupling. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
2. Place the recovery tank drain hose nozzle next to a floor drain. NOTE: DO NOT use steam to clean tanks. Excessive heat can damage tanks and components. 5. Remove the vacuum screen from the recovery tank and rinse the screen. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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ES filter from the the back of the recovery tank and close the recovery tank. recovery tank cover. 8. Rinse dirt and debris towards the recovery tank drain. Allow the recovery tank to drain. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
3. Lift the drain plug handle and remove the drain plug from the tank. 6. Rinse dirt and debris out the open drain. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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NOTE: If necessary, turn the handle clockwise for a tighter fit and counterclockwise for a looser fit. 8. Close the recovery tank Variable Drain Valve. 9. Reinstall the recovery tank drain hose onto the back of the recovery tank. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
1. Open the solution tank cover(s). 5. Rinse the float sensor and the screen filter. Allow the solution tank to drain. 2. Place the solution tank drain hose nozzle next to a floor drain. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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OPERATION 6. Close the solution tank Variable Drain Valve. 7. Reinstall the solution tank drain hose onto the back of the recovery tank. 8. Close the solution tank cover(s). T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
*NOTE: Mitsubishi engines machine serial number 0500 and above will display a “check engine” indicator and will automatically shut the machine off if the coolant is too hot. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
C5: No ES/FaST ES and FaST systems unavailable Only machines equipped with ES or FaST system can be operated in these modes. C6: No Side Sweep Side sweep unavailable Side sweep not allowed to operate by itself. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
5. Twist the off/on knob to turn on the wand. 6. When finished cleaning, place the spray nozzle and wand back into their storage locations. 7. Press the bottom of the Spray nozzle switch to turn off the water supply. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
10. Disassemble the vacuum wand sections and adequate ventilation. Consult with your hose and return them to the storage bag. regulatory authorities for exposure 11. Reattach the vacuum hose to the rear limits. Keep engine properly tuned. coupling. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
Pull on the hose to ensure it is connected. 8. Press the Scrub vacuum fan/squeegee button. The light above the button will turn on and the vacuum fan will start operating. NOTE: The squeegee will also lower. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
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15. Reconnect the vacuum hose to the rear squeegee assembly. 16. Disassemble the power wand assembly and return it to the storage bag. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
Main brushes not properly adjusted Adjust brushes Debris caught in main brush drive Remove debris from main brush mechanism drive mechanism Main and/or side brush drive failure Call Tennant service representative Hopper is full Empty hopper Hopper lip skirts worn or damaged Replace lip skirts...
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Defective light or module Contact Service Center ec−H2O system indicator light does not turn on ec−H2O Model: Clogged module Contact Service Center No water flow Defective solution pump Replace solution pump Clogged filter screen Clean filter screen T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (10−10)
Check brush pattern and (Cylindrical) adjust if needed − Front wheel Torque wheel nuts (after initial 50 hours only) − Battery Clean and tighten battery cable connections (after initial 50 hours only) − Engine Check belt tension T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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Clean and tighten battery cable connections − 1000 FaST system filters Replace Hours (S/N 0130− − Engine, Mitsubishi Replace spark plugs (S/N 0500− − Engine Inspect PCV system − 1, 19 Radiator hoses Check for cracks or deterioration T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (NIL)
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Water and ethylene glycol anti-freeze, −34_ C (−30_ F) ..Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant part number 01433−1) NOTE: More frequent maintenance intervals may be required in extremely dusty conditions. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (NIL)
(3.7 qt) with oil filter. The engine oil capacity for Mitsubishi engines (machines serial number 0500 and above) is 5.4 L (5.75 qt) with oil filter. SQUEEGEE CASTER BEARINGS Lubricate the squeegee caster bearings after every 100 hours of operation. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
On the other side of the machine the torque tube PIVOT SHAFT−DISK BRUSHES grease fittings are located beneath the propel Lubricate the pivot shaft after every 200 hours of pump. operation. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
(left photo) on the hydraulic fluid label if originally equipped with TennantTrue premium hydraulic fluid. WARNING: Burn hazard. Hot surface. Do NOT touch. Replace the hydraulic strainer outlet after every 2400 hours of operation. TennantTrue Fluid Previous Fluid T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
Consult a physician immediately if injury results If using a locally-available hydraulic fluid, be sure from escaping hydraulic fluid. Serious infection or the specifications match Tennant hydraulic fluid reaction can occur if proper medical treatment is specifications. Substitute fluids can cause not given immediately.
800 hours of operation. Check the radiator hoses for cracks and deterioration after every 1000 hours of operation. Check the radiator hoses and clamps after every 200 hours of operation. Tighten loose clamps. Replace damaged hoses and clamps. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, keep cooler fins to cool before cleaning. flames and sparks away from fuel system service area. Keep area well ventilated. AIR FILTER Replace the air filter after every 400 hours of operation. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
Location of fuel filter on machines serial number Drain oil buildup in the LPG vaporizer after every 0044 and above. 100 hours of operation. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area. Keep area well ventilated. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
SPARK PLUGS − MITSUBISHI ENGINES WARNING: Moving belt and fan. Keep away. (S/N 0500− Replace the spark plugs after every 1000 hours of PCV SYSTEM operation. Inspect the PCV system after every 1000 hours of operation. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
CAMSHAFT AND BALANCE SHAFT BELTS − MITSUBISHI ENGINES (S/N 0500− Replace the camshaft and balance shaft belts after every 5000 hours of operation. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, avoid contact with battery acid. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (02−2013)
Not Used 12 VDC, 40 A Not Used 12 VDC. 40 A Not Used 12 VDC. 40 A FaST Water Pump (located in FaST harness) 12 VDC. 40 A Spray Wand (located in Spray wand harness) T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
9. Close the right outer brush door. 10. Open the left outer brush door and repeat the procedure for the left brush. NOTE: The center brush can only be accessed from the right side of the machine. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
3. Inspect the scrub head stop bumpers. Adjust the bumpers if the scrub head is not parallel with the floor. Replace worn or damaged bumpers. 4. Reinsert the pad driver into the machine. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
1. Raise the scrub head. 2. Open the outer brush doors. 5. Pull the brushes out from the scrub head. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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Before After 8. Reinstall the brush idler plates. 9. Close the inner and outer brush doors. 10. Check and adjust the brush pattern if needed. Refer to CHECKING CYLINDERICAL BRUSH PATTERN. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
6. Observe the brush patterns. If the brush pattern is the same width across the entire length of each brush and both brushes are the same width, no adjustment is necessary. 10653 10355 T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
3. Tighten the mounting bolts. 4. Recheck the pattern. Readjust if necessary. 2. Recheck the pattern. Readjust if necessary. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
4. Remove the side brush from underneath the side brush assembly. 5. Place the new side brush underneath the side brush assembly and lift the side brush up onto the side brush hub until the brush locks onto the hub. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
6. Connect the FaST supply hose to the carton out from the compartment and discard. FaST−PAK hose connector. 7. Scrub with the FaST system for a few minutes to allow the detergent to reach maximum foaming. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
Replace the FaST system filters after every 1000 hours of operation. Empty the solution tank before Remove the filter screen bowl and clean the filter replacing the filters. screen after every 50 hours of operation. Empty the solution tank before removing the filter. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
NOTE: The module will automatically shut off when the flush cycle is complete (approx. 7 minutes). The module must run the full 7 minute cycle in order to reset the system indicator light and alarm. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
NOTE: The outlet and intake hoses must be down between the ec−H2O assembly and the bracket so they are not pinched or damaged when the operator seat cover is closed. 12. Close the operator seat cover. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
7. Remove the rear squeegee. 3. Remove both mounting knobs from the rear squeegee assembly. 4. Turn on the machine, raise the scrub head, and turn off the machine. 5. Remove the rear squeegee assembly from the machine. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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15. Tighten the front retaining band tension latch. 16. Reinstall the rear squeegee assembly onto the machine. 17. Check and adjust the rear squeegee if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE DEFLECTION and LEVELING THE REAR SQUEEGEE sections of this manual. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
6. Install the new or rotated squeegee blades. 4. Remove the retaining band from the side squeegee assembly. 7. Reattach the side squeegee retaining band to the side squeegee assembly. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
2. Pull the pin from the squeegee bumper and open the squeegee bumper. 5. Slide the new squeegee into the side brush assembly. 6. Reinstall the squeegee retainer and clevis pin. 7. Close the squeegee bumper and reinsert the pin. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
3. Open the retaining band tension latch. 6. Reinstall the retaining band tension latch. 7. Reinstall the squeegee bumper and reinsert the pins. 4. Remove the squeegees, spacer, and retainer from the squeegee bumper. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
6. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if necessary. 4. Drive the machine forward again to recheck the squeegee blade deflection after adjustments are made. 5. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if necessary. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (1−07)
The skirts should be between 0 to 6 mm (0 to 0.25 in) from the floor when the scrub head is down. RECOVERY TANK SEAL Check the recovery tank cover seal for damage and wear daily. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
FRONT WHEEL Torque the front wheel nuts twice in the pattern shown to 122 to 149 Nm (90 to 110 ft lb) after the first 50 hours of operation, and after every 800 hours there after. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground. 4. To winch the machine onto the truck or trailer, attach the winching chains to the holes in the rear jacking brackets behind the rear tires. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
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FOR SAFETY: When unloading machine off truck or trailer, use winch. Do not drive the machine off the truck or trailer unless the loading surface is horizontal AND 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, block machine tires before jacking machine up. Use a hoist or jack that will support the weight of the machine. Jack machine up at designated locations only. Support machine with jack stands. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
10. The remaining RV antifreeze does not need to be drained from the solution tank. NOTE: Storing or transporting machines equipped with the ES or the FaST system in freezing temperatures requires special procedures. Consult a TENNANT representative for more information. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
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12. Insert the intake and outlet hoses down between the ec−H2O assembly and the bracket. 13. Return the intake flush hose to the storage bag behind the operator seat. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
8. Disconnect the outlet flush hose from the ec−H2O system outlet hose and return the flush hose to the storage bag. 9. Reconnect the ec−H2O system outlet hose to the hose to the scrub head. T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
Minimum aisle turn 2790 mm (110 in) Travel speed forward (maximum) 12.9 Km/h (8 mph) Travel speed reverse (maximum) 4.8 Km/h (3 mph) Maximum rated climb and descent at GVWR Maximum rated climb and descent angle when scrubbing T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (3−2013)
SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS Rear Squeegee 1300 mm 1470 mm Frame 2410 mm (roller to roller) 1270 mm Width (with side brush) 1470 mm 1014751 T20 Gas/LPG 331481 (5−10)
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