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Sweeper Scrubber
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Operator Manual
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The Safe Scrubbing Alternative
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Extended Scrub System
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TennantTrue
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330639
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  • Page 1 8300 Sweeper Scrubber English EN Operator Manual The Safe Scrubbing Alternative Extended Scrub System TennantTrue Parts 330639 For latest parts manual or other Rev. 17 (8-2015) language operator manual, visit: *330639* www.tennantco.com/manuals...
  • Page 2 P.O. Box 6 5400 AA Uden−The Netherlands europe@tennantco.com www.tennantco.com Thermo−Sentry, SmartRelease, SuperScrub, and MaxPro are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company. Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice. Copyright E 2000 − 2002, 2004 − 2012, 2015 TENNANT Company, Printed in Netherlands.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ....SEAT (OPTION) ....8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 4 STATIC DRAG CHAIN ... . . HOPPER LIFT DRIVE CHAIN ..HOPPER TILT DRIVE CHAIN ..8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    − Wear protective gloves and eye WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. protection when handling vinegar. − Avoid contact with battery acid. − Use Tennant supplied or equivalent FOR SAFETY: replacement parts. 1. Do not operate machine: − Unless trained and authorized.
  • Page 6 FOR SAFETY LABEL − LOCATED ON THE BATTERY CHARGING LABEL − LOCATED ON INSIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT. THE LINTEL. ENGINE FAN AND BELT LABEL − LOCATED ON THE VACUUM FAN SHROUD 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 7 THE INSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK COVER. COMPARTMENT. HOPPER SUPPORT BAR LABEL − LOCATED HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL − LOCATED ON THE HOPPER SUPPORT BAR AND ON ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. 353391 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 8: Operation

    Tennant representative. - Order parts and supplies directly from your authorized Tennant representative. Use the parts manual provided when ordering parts. - After the first 50 hours of operation, follow the recommended procedures stated in the MAINTENANCE CHART.

  • Page 9: Machine Components

    G. Recovery tank drain H. Rear wheel Recovery tank J. Side squeegee K. Side access door L. Hopper M. Side brush N. Hopper cover O. Top access door P. Recovery tank cover Q. FaST solution system ec−H2O System Module (Option) 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 10: Symbol Definitions

    Raise hopper Scrub brush up and off Lower hopper Scrub brush down pressure Dump hopper Super Scrub Retract hopper Scrub brush edge clean Variable pressure Squeegee up Recovery tank full Squeegee down Jackpoint Operating lights Hazard light (option) 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 11: Symbol Definitions

    Power Wand (option) Circuit breaker #11 Detergent flow on (option) Circuit breaker #12 Detergent flow heavy (option) Circuit breaker #13 Detergent flow off (option) Hopper Temperature Indicator − Circuit breaker #14 Thermo Sentry Circuit breaker #15 ec−H20 (option) 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 12: Controls And Instruments

    J. Operator seat K. Steering wheel L. Solution flow lever M. Display screen N. Multi−function switches (6) O. TENNANT logo switch P. Control panel Q. FaST switch ec−H2O system on/off switch (option) R. ec−H2O system indicator light (option) 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 13: Operation Of Controls

    Use the brake pedal to stop the machine. Forward: Press the top of the directional pedal with the toe of your foot. NOTE: The machine will not travel unless the operator is sitting in the operator’s seat. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 14: Steering Wheel

    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. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 15: On-Off Key Switch

    FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. On: Turn the key clockwise all the way. Off: Turn the key counter-clockwise. HORN BUTTON The horn button operates the horn. Sound: Press the button. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 16: Power Kill Switch

    Off: Press the bottom of the operating lights switch. POWER WAND SWITCH (OPTION) The power wand switch turns on and off the power wand solution system option. On: Press the top of the switch. Off: Press the bottom of the switch. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 17: Solution Flow Lever

    FaST system solution flow position. Enable the FaST system 2: Press the bottom of the switch to the high FaST system solution flow position. NOTE: The FaST system will not start until the directional pedal is pressed. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 18: Ec−H2O Switch (Option)

    0020 By pressing the TENNANT logo switch, the operator can cycle the control panel display through the different function screens. Each 353569 function screen allows the operator to enable or disable different sweeping and scrubbing functions.

  • Page 19: Changing Display Language

    6. Press the first switch on the control panel to scroll through the list of languages until the desired language is displayed. 7. Turn the machine power off, and the new ENGLISH language will be stored in the control panel. Enable sweep Restrict Press. 353555 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 20: Battery Discharge Indicator

    The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been operating. The hourmeter will record time when the machine is propelling or when the vacuum fan is operating. This information is useful when maintaining the 12 : 16 PM machine. 0020 353570 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 21: Display Clock

    − next to the negative (−) icon. 12 : 00 AM 01 / 01 / 97 8. Exit the ADJUST TIME function by pressing the TENNANT logo switch. 353557 9. Turn the key to the off position. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 22: Scrub Switch

    It is the heaviest brush pressure setting, and it is called Super Scrub. It is activated for 30 seconds by pressing the scrub switch twice quickly. The pressure setting selected when the scrub switch is released will be the new default brush pressure setting. 353571 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 23: Recovery Tank Full Indicator

    Off: Press the switch. The indicator light next to the switch will go off. NOTE: The ES icon only appears after the scrub functions have been activated. 353570 NOTE: The recovery tank must be half full to use the ES option. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 24: Edge Scrub Switch

    NOTE: The rear squeegee will raise and the scrubbing vacuum fan will shut off after a short delay when the scrubbing operations are shut off. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 25: Sweep Switch

    NOTE: If the hopper is raised, even slightly, the raised hopper icon will replace the sweep icon on the control panel display and the sweeping operations will not start. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 26: Filter Shaker Switch

    NOTE: The sweep vacuum fan will not start if the hopper is raised, even slightly. If the sweep vacuum fan switch is pressed while the hopper is raised, the sweep vacuum will not start and the raised hopper icon will appear on the control panel. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 27: Hopper Temperature Indicator − Thermo Sentry

    The hopper lower switch lowers the hopper. Lower hopper: Press and hold the hopper lower switch until the hopper is in the fully closed position. NOTE: The hopper will retract automatically when the hopper is lowered. 353569 8300 330639 (12−02)

  • Page 28: Hopper Dump Switch

    353574 HOPPER RETRACT SWITCH The hopper retract switch tilts the hopper back to the upright position. Retract hopper: Press and hold the hopper retract switch until the hopper is tilted all the way back. 353574 8300 330639 (12−02)

  • Page 29: Detergent Pump Switch (Option)

    Off: Press and release the detergent pump switch. An ’X’ will appear under the detergent pump icon. The indicator light next to the switch will go off. NOTE: When using the ec−H2O system (option), the detergent pump switch is nonfunctional. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 30: Maintenance Mode

    12 : 16 PM 5. Press and release the logo switch two more times. The SELF TEST screen will appear on the display. 0020 353550 6. Press the switch next to DISPLAY MAINT. Self Test Display Maint. Enable Maint. 353560 8300 330639 (12−02)
  • Page 31 SYMBOL DEFINITIONS section of this manual. 7. Exit the DISPLAY MAINT. function by pressing the logo switch until all four maintenance mode screens have been displayed. 8. Turn the key to the off position. 0020 01 / 01 / 97 353559 8300 330639 (12−02)

  • Page 32: Disabling The Maintenance Mode

    To view the elapsed time between each of the six default maintenance intervals, press the switch Enable Maint. next to Display Maint.. Press the logo switch to scroll through the maintenance function screens. 353560 8300 330639 (12−02)

  • Page 33: Circuit Breakers

    Vac Fan #2 (000000−003545) CB11 30 A Vac Fan #2 (003546− CB12 25 A Control Board CB13 50 A Center Scrub Motor (000000−003545) CB13 Open (003546− CB14 40 A Power Steering Pump CB15 10 A FaST System 8300 330639 (3−11)
  • Page 34 Right Scrub Motor Left Scrub Motor CB13 Center Scrub Motor This chart shows the magnetic circuit breakers used on machines with an ec−H20 system. Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected CB16 Water Valve CB17 ec−H20 Module CB18 Solution Pump 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 35: Fuses

    The two actuator fuses are located in the control panel. Fuse Rating Circuit Protected FU 1 200 A Propelling FU 2 10 A Electronic Actuator FU 3 10 A Electronic Actuator 8300 330639 (12−02)

  • Page 36: Solution Tank Drain Hose

    POSITIVE SOLUTION CONTROL DRAIN (OPTION) For machines with the positive solution control drain option, remove the dust cap. Connect the drain hose to the solution control drain and open the drain valve by pulling the lever. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 37: Side Brush Adjustment Knob

    Do not rely on the machine to hold the hopper in the raised position. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 38: Operator Seat

    Increase firmness: Turn knob clockwise. Decrease firmness: Turn knob counterclockwise. The backrest angle knob adjusts the angle of the backrest. Increase angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob counterclockwise. Decrease angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob clockwise. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 39 Use the gauge next to the weight adjustment knob to help determine proper seat firmness for the operator. The front−to−back adjustment lever adjusts the seat position. Adjust: Pull the lever out and slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 40: How The Machine Works

    The Max Pro1200 cylindrical scrub head is 1220 mm. NOTE: The amount and type of soilage play an important role in determining the type of brushes to be used. For specific recommendations, contact your TENNANT service representative. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 41: Fast Scrubbing System

    FaST system. Conventional cleaning detergents/ restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution system. NOTE: Storage or transporting machines equipped with FaST in freezing requires special procedures. Check with a TENNANT representative for advice. 8300 330639 (6−06)

  • Page 42: Ec−H2O System (Option)

    Conventional cleaning detergents/ restorers may cause failure to the ec−H2O solution system. NOTE: Storage or transporting machines equipped with ec−H2O in freezing temperatures requires special procedures. Follow the freeze protection procedure located in the STORAGE INFORMATION section. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 43: Pre-Operation Checklist

    - For FaST or ec−H2O Scrubbing: Check that all conventional cleaning agents/restorers are drained and rinsed from the solution tank. - For FaST or ec−H2O Scrubbing: Check that the solution tank is filled with clear cool water only. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 44: Installing Fast Pak Agent

    NOTE: When scrubbing with the FaST system, use clean water only. Do not add cleaning agents in the solution tank. Conventional cleaning agents/restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution system.. 4. Open the side cover door to access the FaST PAK carton. 8300 330639 (2−04)
  • Page 45 PAK, simply squeeze and release the hose several times. If the previous FaST PAK was run dry, it may take up to 7−10 minutes of operation to remove any air pockets in the system before you achieve maximum foaming. 8300 330639 (8−05)

  • Page 46: Starting The Machine

    FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. 2. Turn the machine power on. 3. Release the machine parking brake. 4. Drive the machine to the area to be cleaned. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 47: Filling The Tanks

    2. Drive the machine to the filling site. 3. Turn the machine power off. 4. 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. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 48 For specific recommendations, contact your Tennant representative. WARNING: Flammable materials can cause an explosion or fire. Do not use flammable materials in tank(s).
  • Page 49 (to the bottom of the ES filter support bracket). NOTE: If you DO NOT want to use the ES system, DO NOT put water in the recovery tank. Turn the ES switch OFF. 9. Close the solution tank cover. 8300 330639 (NIL)

  • Page 50: Sweeping, Scrubbing And Brush Information

    Polypropylene sweeping brush − Superior pick up of sand, gravel and paper litter. Polypropylene retains its stiffness when wet, and can be used indoors or out with equal performance. Not recommended for high−temperature debris. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 51 Strong action on any surface, performing well on buildup, grease, or tire marks. NOTE: Cylindrical scrub brushes must be installed with the herringbone patterns on the brushes pointing towards each other for best debris pick 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 52: Sweeping

    The filter will shake for ten seconds, then stop automatically. NOTE: If used, the side brush(es) will automatically stop and raise when the sweeping brush switch is pressed. 353569 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 53: Emptying The Hopper

    3. Slowly drive the machine forward until the hopper is directly over the dumpster. 4. Press and hold the hopper dump switch, to tilt the hopper forward. Allow all of the debris from the hopper to fall into the dumpster. 353574 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 54 7. Press and hold the hopper lower switch, until the hopper has lowered, rotated back to the retract position and sealed tightly against the machine. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 353569 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 55: Engaging Hopper Support Bar

    NOTE: Be aware that the minimum ceiling height needed to high dump the hopper is 1525 mm. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, make sure adequate clearance is available before raising hopper. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 353569 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 56: Disengaging Hopper Support Bar

    6. Turn the machine power off. See the STOP THE MACHINE section of the manual. DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1. Set the machine parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, set parking brake. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 57 WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 5. Press and hold the hopper lower switch, until the hopper has lowered and sealed tightly against the machine. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 353569 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 58: Scrubbing

    (See ec−H2O MODULE FLUSH PROCEDURE). NOTE: When the alarm sounds and the light blinks red, the machine will bypass the ec−H2O system. To continue scrubbing, press the ec−H2O switch to conventional scrubbing. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 59 Decrease flow: Lower the lever down. Use this flow rate for smooth floors and light dirt. Stop flow: Lower the lever all the way down. NOTE: For machines equipped with cylindrical scrub heads, decrease solution flow rate when turning. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 60 NOTE: A low battery and a no brush current sensed will also cancel the scrub system. 6. Adjust brush pressure for cleaning application. See the SCRUB SWITCH section of the manual. 353562 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 61 NOTE: If you do not want to use the ES system, make sure the indicator next to the ES switch is off. 10.Drive the machine forward and scrub as required. WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire. Do not pick up. 353562 8300 330639 (2−04)

  • Page 62: Double Scrubbing

    After a short delay, the rear 12 : 16 PM squeegee will automatically raise and the scrubbing vacuum fan will stop. 2. Continue driving the machine forward until 0020 the vacuum fan shuts off. 353550 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 63: Draining And Cleaning The Tanks

    2. Drive the machine next to an appropriate disposal site. 3. Turn the machine power off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 4. Set the machine parking brake. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 64 DO NOT allow any water to enter the vacuum fan air intake opening towards the front of the tank. NOTE: DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks. Excessive heat can damage the tanks and components. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 65 11. ES mode: Lift up the ES filter by the handle until the mesh is exposed and rinse it thoroughly. 12. Rinse the float sensor(s) on the inside of the recovery tank. 8300 330639 (2−04)
  • Page 66 Excessive heat can damage the tanks and components. 15. Cylindrical scrub head: Press down on the right side squeegee support guard latch until the right side squeegee support guard opens. Swing the squeegee support guard away from the scrub head. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 67 20. Place the drain end caps on the tank drain hoses. Push the drain hoses back into the tanks. 21. For machines with the positive solution control drain option, close the drain valve, remove the hose, and connect the drain cap. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 68: Stop The Machine

    Use the brake pedal to stop the machine. 3. Turn the machine power off. 4. 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. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 69: 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. 8300 330639 (2−04)

  • Page 70: Operation On Inclines

    Do not pick up. 1. Turn the machine power off. See the STOP THE MACHINE section of the manual. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, turn off machine. 2. Set the parking brake. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 71 5. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the squeegee suction hose with the adapter. 6. Put together the wand and the wand hose. 10945 7. Turn the machine power on. See the STARTING THE MACHINE section of the manual. 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 72 NOTE: The rear squeegee will also lower. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353565 9. Vacuum the floor. 06599 10. When finished, shut off the vacuum with the rear squeegee switch. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353550 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 73 13. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose. 10946 14. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the top of the squeegee. 15. Clean and rinse the vacuum wand equipment. 16. Secure the vacuum wand equipment on top of the tank cover. 8300 330639 (12−00)

  • Page 74: Power Wand

    2. Set the machine parking brake. 3. Remove the power wand equipment from the tank cover. 4. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the rear squeegee. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 75 Pull on the hose to make sure it is connected. 7. Attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the power wand. 07320 8. Turn the machine power on. See the STARTING THE MACHINE section of the manual. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 76 10. Press the top of the power wand switch to turn the power wand on. 11. Squeeze the solution lever on the power wand to spray solution on the floor. Scrub the floor with the brush side of the cleaning tool. 06601 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 77 NOTE: The wheels are properly adjusted when the squeegee blades deflect slightly while the tool is pushed back and forth. 06604 13. When finished, press the bottom of the power wand switch to turn off the power wand. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 78 14. Press the rear squeegee switch to shut off the vacuum. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353550 15. Turn the machine power off. See the STOP THE MACHINE section of the manual. 16. Disconnect the solution hose from the machine. 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 79 18. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the squeegee. 19. Disconnect the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses from the power wand. 20. Secure the power wand equipment on top of the tank cover. 07321 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 80: Machine Troubleshooting

    ES system does not fill solution Clogged solution pump or lines Flush ES system tank. ES float switch(es) stuck Clean switch floats of debris Clogged ES pump filter Clean ES filter Water levels too low in tanks Add water to tanks 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 81 Model: 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 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 82: Maintenance

    − Front flap skirt Check for damage and wear Battery cells Check electrolyte level − 50 Hours FaST Filter screen Clean − Cylindrical conveyor Check for damage and wear 100 Hours − Brakes Check adjustment 8300 330639 (2−10)
  • Page 83 NOTE: Change the hydraulic fluid, filter, and suction strainer, indicated (*), after every 800 hours for machines NOT originally equipped with TennantTrue premium hydraulic fluid. (See Hydraulics section). SPL − Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant part no. 01433−1) GL − SAE 90 weight gear lubricant HYDO −...

  • Page 84: Lubrication

    The bearing cavity is full when grease comes out of the fittings, or out of the top seal. Lubricate with Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant part no. 01433−1) every 100 hours of machine operation, or after steam cleaning the gearbox area.

  • Page 85: Scrub Head Drag Link Arms (S/N 0000−1107)

    The scrub head drag link arms have a grease fitting at each of the pivot points. Lubricate with Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant Part No. 01433−1) every 100 hours of operation. The Max Pro 1000 disk scrub head has four link arms that need lubrication.

  • Page 86: Rear Wheel Bearings

    01433−1) every 100 hours of operation. The second pivot points are located close to the sides of the hopper where the hopper lift arms connect. Lubricate with Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant Part No. 01433−1) every 100 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 87: Steering Gear Chain

    The hopper tilt drive chain is located on the left hand side of the machine, along side the hopper lift arm. Lubricate the chain with SAE 90 weight gear lubricant after the first 50, and then after every 500 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 88: Hydraulics

    800 hours for ALL machines that have NOT consistently used TennantTrue premium hydraulic fluid or equivalent. The reservoir has a built−in filter outlet that filters hydraulic fluid before it enters the system. Replace the filter every 1200 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (2−2015)

  • Page 89: Hydraulic Fluid

    3.8 L (1 gal) 1057708 19 L (5 gal) If using a locally−available hydraulic fluid, be sure the specifications match the Tennant hydraulic fluid specifications. Substitute fluids can cause premature failure of hydraulic components. ATTENTION! Hydraulic components depend on system hydraulic fluid for internal lubrication.

  • Page 90: Batteries

    After charging, distilled water can be added up to about 3 mm (0.12 in) below the sight tubes. NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place while charging. There may be a sulfur smell after charging batteries. This is normal. 8300 330639 (2−2015)

  • Page 91: Charging The Batteries

    Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and open flame away. Keep covers open when charging. 4. Open the rear battery compartment door. NOTE: Make sure the batteries have the proper electrolyte level before charging. See CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL. 8300 330639 (2−2015)
  • Page 92 7. Plug the battery charger into the wall outlet. NOTE: If the red “ABNORMAL CYCLE” lamp lights when the TENNANT charger is plugged into a wall outlet, the charger can not charge the battery and there is something wrong with the battery.

  • Page 93: Control Panel

    4. Continue pressing the logo switch for 15 seconds or until the down pressure display screen appears. 12 : 16 PM 5. Press and release the TENNANT logo button two more times. The SELF TEST screen will appear on the display. 0020 353550 8300 330639 (12−00)
  • Page 94 If the self-diagnostic test finds an error in the system, an error message will appear on the control panel display. Note the error message displayed, and contact the service personnel. 9. Turn off the diagnostic by turning off the 0020 machine power. 353561 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 95: Electric Motors

    Do not steam clean or spray the panel with water because the electrical system may be damaged. NOTE: A static discharge grounding strap should be used when servicing the electronic circuitry. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 96: Sweeping Assembly

    Never use more than 690 kPa (100 psi) of air pressure and never closer than 50 mm away from the filter. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear eye and ear protection when using pressurized air or water. 8300 330639 (9−08)

  • Page 97: Removing The Dust Filter

    Do not unplug the connections from the shaking mechanism. Do not pull on the wires. Damage could occur to the wires or the shaking mechanism. 4. Lift the dust filter element out of hopper. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 98 Secure the VCS system filter shaker to the filter with cable ties. NOTE: When installed properly, the shaker plate cannot move in either front−to−back or side−to−side directions. If the shaker is loose, it will not function properly. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 99 If it is not, loosen the mounting screws, adjust the gap by repositioning the shaker solenoid, then retighten the screws. 11. Return the filter back into the machine. Fasten the VCS system filter shaker to the filter with two new cable ties. 8300 330639 (9−02)

  • Page 100: Thermo Sentry

    Thermo Sentry stops the vacuum fan air flow. If this occurs, drive the machine to a safe location, open the hopper and eliminate the source of heat. Turn the machine off and back on to reset the Thermo Sentry. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 101: Main Sweeping Brush

    353573 3. Unlatch and open the right side main brush door. 4. Remove the hardware mounting the brush idler plate to brush arm. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 102: Checking And Adjusting The Main Sweeping Brush Pattern

    1. Apply chalk, or some other material that will not blow away easily, to a smooth, level floor. 2. Turn the machine power on. 3. With the sweeping assembly raised, position the sweeping assembly over the chalked area. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 103 Tighten the nut on the adjustment screw. 8. Check the brush pattern again, and readjust if necessary. 9. Close the right side brush panel. 8300 330639 (3−02)

  • Page 104: Cylindrical Conveyor

    FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Unlatch and open the right side main brush door. 3. Remove the hardware mounting the idler plate to the conveyor. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 105 7. Install the cylindrical conveyor idler plate with the mounting hardware. 8. Close and latch the main brush door. 9. Disengage the hopper support bar. See the DISENGAGING THE HOPPER SUPPORT BAR section of the manual. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 106: Side Sweeping Brush

    6. Lower the hopper assembly 7. Check the side brush pattern. To increase the bristle contact with the floor, turn the side brush adjustment knob counter− clockwise. To decrease, turn the side brush adjustment knob clockwise. 8300 330639 (8−2015)

  • Page 107: Scrub Head

    Check the scrub head gas spring for wear and proper operation every 500 hours of operation. SCRUB HEAD ADJUSTMENTS The cylindrical scrub head is factory adjusted, and the measurements should not be changed unless scrub head parts are damaged or are replaced. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 108: Scrub Brushes

    3. Raise the side squeegee and lock in the up position using the side squeegee double scrub latches. 4. Turn the brush until you can see the brush spring clip. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 109 9. Check to make sure the brush is securely mounted on the brush drive hub. 10.Lift up on the side squeegee while releasing the side squeegee double scrub latches. Lower the side squeegee to the down position. 11. Repeat for the other brush. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 110: Cylindrical Brushes

    A polish mark will remain on the floor. 4. Raise the scrub head and move the machine away from the chalked area. Turn the machine power off. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 111 10356 A. Open the side squeegee support door with the latch. Swing the support door outward to access the idler support cover. B. Loosen the larger mounting screw on the outside of the idler door. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 112 350630 Level the scrub head by turning the top scrub head drag link arm on both sides of the scrub head. Check the brush patterns again and readjust as necessary until both patterns are the same. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 113: Replacing The Cylindrical Brushes

    4. Lift up on the idler support latch to release the idler support cover. 5. Pull the idler plug off the brush, and pull the old brush out of the scrub head. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 114 8. Secure the idler support cover with the idler support latch. 9. Firmly close the side squeegee support door. Check that the door bumper is tight against the debris tray. 10.Repeat for the other brush on the other side of the scrub head. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 115: Solution System

    The recovery tank should be drained and cleaned daily, after the solution tank is empty, whenever the float stops the vacuum fan, or the recovery tank full indicator lights. See DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS section of this manual. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 116: Solution Tank

    The tank can be flushed through the fill opening. Drain the tank with the solution tank drain hose. ES: The solution tank should be drained and cleaned daily. Rinse the solution outlet filters at the bottom of the tank through the drain access. 8300 330639 (2−04)

  • Page 117: Fast System

    The FaST system air pump filter is located on the side 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, wear eye protection when using pressurized air or water. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 118: Fast System Air Pump Filter (S/N 1122− )

    FaST SYSTEM AIR PUMP FILTER (S/N 1122− The FaST system injector filters are located under the FaST−PAK holder. Replace the FaST system injector filters after every 1000 hours of operation. Empty the solution tank before replacing the filters. 8300 330639 (2−2015)

  • Page 119: Ec−H2O Module Flush Procedure

    FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear protective gloves and eye protection when handling vinegar. 4. Place the ec−H2O system intake hose into a empty bucket. 5. Turn the key to the on ( I ) position. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 120 If the ec−H2O system indicator light continues to flash, repeat the flush procedure. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Center. 11. Reconnect the siphon hose to the retainer and neatly coil the hose for storage. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 121: Squeegees

    FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 4. Look at the deflection of the squeegee blade, over the full length of the squeegee blade. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 122: Adjusting Rear Squeegee Blade Deflection

    4. Look at the deflection of the squeegee blade. The correct amount of deflection is 15 to 20 mm 15 to 20 mm. (0.50 to 0.75 in) 03719 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 123: Removing The Rear Squeegee Assembly

    2. Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake. 3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the rear squeegee. 4. Loosen both squeegee mounting knobs. 5. Pull the squeegee off the machine. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 124: Side Squeegee

    SQUEEGEE BLADES 1. Make sure the squeegee is raised off the floor. 2. Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, turn off machine. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 125 8. Mount the retainer strip back over the squeegee blades. Secure the retainer strip with the retainer strip clamp. Adjust the rear squeegee as described in LEVELING THE REAR SQUEEGEE and ADJUSTING REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE DEFLECTION. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 126: Side Squeegees Blades

    6. Replace the retainer bracket, deflector, clevis pin, and cotter pin. 7. Repeat for the side squeegee on the other side of the scrub head. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 127: Belts And Chains

    Check the belts for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on machine. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 128: Sweeping Vacuum Fan Belt

    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. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 129: Hopper Lift Drive Chain

    Adjust the tension with the chain tension adjustment. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, set parking brake. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 130: Skirts And Seals

    The side skirts help direct debris into the debris hopper. The side skirts are located on both sides of the main sweeping brush. The side skirts should be just touching the floor. Check the skirts after every 50 hours of operation for damage or wear. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 131: Scrub Head Floor Skirts

    Check the seals for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. SIDE COVER SEAL The side cover seal is located on the edge of the side cover door. Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 132: Hopper Filter Seals

    100 hours of operation. HOPPER SEALS The hopper seals are located on the bottom side of the machine frame that contact the top edge of the hopper. Check the seals for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 133: Solution Tank Cover Seal

    Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. RECOVERY TANK COVER SEAL The recovery tank cover seal is located under the recovery tank cover. Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 134: Brakes And Tires

    100 hours of operations. FRONT WHEEL Torque the front wheel nuts twice in the pattern shown to 122 to 155 Nm (87−111 ft. lbs) after the first 50 hours of operation, and every 500 hours of operation. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 135: Pushing, Towing, And Transporting The Machine

    FOR SAFETY: When loading machine onto truck or trailer, use winch. Do not drive the machine onto the truck or trailer unless the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm or less from the ground. 8300 330639 (9−00)
  • Page 136 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 or less from the ground. 8300 330639 (9−00)

  • Page 137: Machine Jacking

    The rear jacking locations are located on the rear bumper, behind the rear tires. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, block machine tires before jacking machine up. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, jack machine up at designated locations only. Block machine up with jack stands. 8300 330639 (10−07)

  • Page 138: Storage Information

    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. FREEZE PROTECTION (MACHINES WITHOUT OPTIONAL ec−H2O SYSTEM) 1. Drain the solution tank and recovery tank of all water.

  • Page 139: Freeze Protecting The Ec−H2O System

    When the antifreeze appears at the scrub head, press the switch again to turn off the module. 7. Disconnect the siphon hose from the ec−H2O system intake hose. 8. Reconnect ec−H20 intake hose to the solution supply hose. 8300 330639 (8−09)
  • Page 140 IMPORTANT: Before operating the machine, the antifreeze must be flushed from the module. See FLUSHING ANTIFREEZE FROM ec−H2O MODULE section of this manual. 10.If machine is equipped power wand option, operate the the wand for a few seconds to protect the pump. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 141: Flushing Antifreeze From The Ec−H2O Module

    ATTENTION: If the antifreeze is not properly flushed from the ec−H2O system, the ec−H2O module may detect an error and not function (ec−H2O indicator light will turn red). If this occurs, reset key and repeat the flush procedure. 8300 330639 (8−09)

  • Page 142: Specifications

    High solution flow rate 4.16 LPM Detergent pump 36 Volt DC Low concentrate flow rate 2.14 CC/Minute High concentrate flow rate 4.28 CC/Minute Air pump 36 Volt DC, 0.6 Maximum Amp draw Air pump flow rate 8.7 LPM open flow 8300 330639 (2−10)

  • Page 143: General Machine Performance

    617 kg 750 @ 6 hr rate 893 kg Type Sweep brush 0.60 Electric Motors Scrub brush 0.75 Heavy Duty scrub brush 1.12 Vacuum fan 0.63 Propelling Type Phase Chargers 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 208−240−480 8300 330639 (2−04)

  • Page 144: Steering

    Solution flow rate 2.35 LPM (0.62 GPM) − Low (standard) 3.18 LPM (0.84 GPM) − Low (optional)* 3.80 LPM (1.00 GPM) − High (standard) *If the optional solution flow rates are required, contact an Authorized Service Center. 8300 330639 (2−10)

  • Page 145: Machine Dimensions

    SPECIFICATIONS 2641 mm TOP VIEW Max Pro1000 1300 mm 1231 mm Max Pro1200 1510 mm 2070 mm 1450 mm FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW MACHINE DIMENSIONS 8300 330639 (8−05)
  • Page 146 SPECIFICATIONS 8300 330639 (8−09)

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