Do not carry passengers on machine. Use care when reversing machine. Keep children and unauthorized persons away from machine. Do not allow machine to be used as a toy. Do not use spray nozzle for off-aisle cleaning, slip hazard may occur. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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Battery installation must be done by trained personnel. Only use distilled water when filling the automatic battery watering tank. Wear personal protection equipment as needed and where recommended in this manual. For Safety: wear protective gloves. For Safety: wear eye protection. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
WARNING LABEL - result. Disconnect Spinning brush. charger cord before Keep hands away. servicing. Located on scrub Located on control head. console. WARNING LABEL - Electrical Hazard. Disconnect battery cables before servicing machine. Located on circuit board panel. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
43. Recovery tank debris tray 22. Squeegee assembly 44. Splash guard 23. Squeegee vacuum hose SCRUB HEAD TYPES 650 mm Dual Disk 700 mm Cylindrical Brush 700 mm Orbital Pad 700 mm Dual Disk 800 mm Dual Disk Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Add profile Video Help Control help Edit profile Start-up video Add/Edit profiles Copy profile Battery selection About Delete profile Video list button Enable login User login Disable login Video button Enter Video rotate view Calibrate touch Backspace Tennant T500 (01-2017)
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, use a The converted water then returns to normal water in hoist or adequate assistance when lifting batteries. the recovery tank. FOAM SPACER FIG. 2 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the squeegee prepare the floor for re-coating. assembly (Figure 6). Turf scrubbing pad (Green) - Used to scrub uneven floor surfaces with crevices, cracks and deep grout lines. FIG. 6 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
(Figure 12). Pad will drop to floor. and set parking brake if equipped. 2. Attach the pad to the pad driver before installing the driver. Secure pad with center-lock (Figure 9). FIG. 12 FIG. 9 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
4. Guide brush onto the drive hub and refasten latch FIG. 14 3. Attach the two pads to the bottom of the scrub (Figure 18). head (Figure 15). Make sure pad is centered on Double row of scrub head. bristles FIG. 18 FIG. 15 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Drain, rinse, and refill the solution tank with clear cool water before operating the ec-H2O system. See DRAINING TANKS. FIG. 23 3. Before filling the solution tank with the auto-fill option make sure the front fill-port cover is securely in place (Figure 24). FIG. 20 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
1. Lift the recovery tank to access the severe environment detergent tank (Figure 26). Drain FIG. 28 recovery tank before lifting tank. FIG. 26 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
OPERATION for further details. ATTENTION: During first time use and after replacing the water conditioning cartridge, the ec-H2O system will automatically override the selected solution flow rate for up to 75 minutes. Pro-membrane Model Pro-Panel Model FIG. 31 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
ACCESSORY CLIPS (Option) - If model is equipped ATTENTION: Do not step on accessory with the optional accessory clips, the clips easily clip on rails, damage may occur. and off the rails for additional accessory storage (Figure 36). FIG. 36 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
- Quiet-Mode on or off - ec-H2O system on or off (option) - Severe Environment mode on or off (option) - Maximum scrub speed (see Supervisor Controls) NOTE: The severe environment mode and ec-H2O system cannot be preset together. FIG. 46 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
If bail is pulled, the spray nozzle indicator will flash indicating that the spray nozzle pump is turned on. Press switch again to turn off spray nozzle pump. See OPERATING SPRAY NOZZLE. FIG. 48 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
CONTROLS instructions at the back of the manual to enable login at start up. FIG. 50 Operator Mode home screen restricts access to the machine settings button and maximum scrub speed button (Figure 51). FIG. 53 FIG. 51 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
(Figure 56). Press the (+) button to settings will increase to the high settings. When increase brush pressure. Press the (-) button to turned off, the settings will revert back to the decrease the brush pressure. original settings. FIG. 56 FIG. 58 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
The machine will still propel when the red light is flashing. This will allow user to transport the machine to the charging station. FIG. 60 FIG. 62 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
1. Select the desired settings from list below, - Brush pressure rate - Solution flow rate - Quiet-Mode on or off - ec-H2O system on or off (option) - Severe Environment mode on or off (option) - Maximum scrub speed Tennant T500 (01-2017)
See FILLING AUTOMATIC BATTERY WATERING TANK. FIG. 72 FIG. 69 Flashing Blue and Red ec-H2O Screen (Figure 70) - The water conditioning cartridge has expired. See ec-H2O WATER CONDITIONING CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT. 0x0707 FIG. 70 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Factory Reset - Resets the supervisor login that the system is activated (Figure 75). code back to the factory default code, removes user profiles and resets any custom preset zone control buttons back to the factory preset zones. See SUPERVISOR CONTROLS. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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1-STEP button and raise the squeegee assembly off floor. Turn key off and set parking brake, if equipped. NOTE: To pick up any remaining water left on floor after scrub head is raised continue to drive machine forward with squeegee down. FIG. 77 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
9. When leaving the machine unattended, park on level surface, turn machine off, remove key and set the parking brake, if equipped. 10. Do not operate machine in areas where the ambient temperature is above 43ºC or below freezing 2ºC. FIG. 82 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Use the hour meter to 3. Remove and clean the float shut-off screen (Figure perform specific maintenance procedures and to record 87). service history (Figure 85). FIG. 87 FIG. 85 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
FIG. 92 4. Remove the solution tank filter and clean screen after every 50 hours of use (Figure 93). Solution filter is located under machine at rear. Drain solution tank before removing filter. FIG. 90 FIG. 93 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
S ☼ S S S 0xF102 Charge batteries in areas with temperatures 27C or less. If fault persists, contact service. Charger communication fault Restart charger. If fault code persists, contact S ☼ ☼ ☼ S 0xF103 service. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Verify if cleaning detergent was added to solution tank. If ec-H2O system was operated with cleaning detergent, drain solution tank, add clear water and operate the ec-H2O system until the fault code clears. If fault repeats, continue to recycle key until fault clears. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Batteries, terminals and cables Check and clean 750 Hours Vacuum motor Replace carbon brushes 1250 Hours Propel motor Replace carbon brushes Brush motor Replace carbon brushes Brush belt Replace belt O = Operator T = Trained Personnel Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Electrical malfunction may occur. Use damp cloth. FIG. 98 5. Disk scrub head - Turn pad over or replace when worn (Figure 99). FIG. 95 2. Remove the debris tray and empty (Figure 96). FIG. 99 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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7. Wipe the squeegee blades clean. Inspect blades for wear and damage (Figure 102). Rotate blade if FIG. 104 worn. See SQUEEGEE BLADE REPLACEMENT. 10. Cylindrical brush scrub head - Remove and clean debris trough (Figure 105). FIG. 102 FIG. 105 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
1. Drain solution tank. Remove the solution tank filter and clean screen (Figure 111). Turn the filter bowl counter-clockwise to remove. FIG. 108 ATTENTION: Do not disconnect battery cables while charger is plugged in, circuit board damage may result. FIG. 111 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, remove key and set parking brake if equipped. Replace belts every 1250 hours. Contact trained personnel for belt replacement (Figure 116). FIG. 114 FIG. 116 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
3 mm below the sight tubes. operating instructions. Contact distributor or Tennant for battery charger recommendations if machine is not equipped with charger. FOR SAFETY: The use of incompatible battery chargers may damage battery packs and potentially cause a fire hazard. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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FOR SAFETY: Do not disconnect the off-board charger's DC cord from the machine's receptacle when the charger is operating. Arcing may result. If the charger must be interrupted during charging, disconnect the AC power supply cord first. FIG. 122 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Pro-Panel Model - See CHANGING ON-BOARD BATTERY CHARGER SETTINGS for Pro-Panel model. The battery discharge indicator will automatically reprogram to match battery selection. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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NOTE: The battery charger profile and battery on-board battery charger cord into an electrical discharge indicator will automatically reprogram when outlet. The machine's software will automatically battery type is selected. reprogram the BDI to the new battery type. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
(Figure 132). See CONTROL PANEL OPERATION for further details. FIG. 132 To store machine equipped with the automatic battery watering system in freezing temperatures, see STORING MACHINE/FREEZE PROTECTION. Tennant T500 (NIL)
5. Squeeze the squeegee frame and blade retainer retainer and squeegee frame together. together and re-tighten the two outside knobs (Figure 136). FIG. 133 3. Remove worn blade(s) from the blade retainer FIG. 136 (Figure 134). FIG. 134 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
3. Disconnect the two hose connectors from the top of the cartridge by pressing the gray collars inward and pulling the connectors outward (Figure 138). Lift cartridge to remove. Gray Solution flow button Collar FIG. 140 FIG. 138 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
NOTE: When transporting machine in an open truck or trailer, secure recovery tank lid. FIG. 141 ATTENTION: Do not use control console area or accessory storage rails for tie-down locations, damage may occur. FIG. 142 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Models equipped with optional Severe Environment detergent tank - Lift tank from machine and empty the detergent from tank (Figure 144). Return tank. FIG. 145 Pour 1 liter of propylene glycol based recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze into the detergent tank. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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Severe Environment detergent tank. Add clean water to solution tank and to optional detergent tank and operate the machine to flush system. 7. Refill the automatic battery watering tank with distilled water, if equipped. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Incorrect brush pressure Adjust brush pressure Wrong brush/pad type Use correct brush/pad for application Low battery charge Recharge batteries Uneven brush pressure Scrub head/brushes not level. Contact service Broken or loose belt (cylindrical brush Contact service model) Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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Connect coupler does not function Faulty shut-off float Replace float. Contact service properly Machine not on level surface Machine must be on level surface Excessive scrub head Damaged scrub head isolators Replace isolators. Contact service noise (Orbital model) Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Sound power level uncertainty L 83.7 dB(A) 83.7 dB(A) 83.7 dB(A) uncertainty K Machine vibration at hand-arm* <2.5 m/s Ambient operating temperature Min: 2C, Max: 43C *Values per IEC 60335-2-72. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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0.8 dB(A) Sound power level uncertainty L 85.2 dB(A) 84.0 dB(A) uncertainty K Machine vibration at hand-arm* <2.5 m/s Ambient operating temperature Min: 2C, Max: 43C *Values per IEC 60335-2-72. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
800 mm 800 mm Model 1100 mm 1486 mm 937 mm 650 mm Model 650 mm Model 1501 mm 1049 mm 700 mm Model 700 mm Model 1552 mm 1234 mm 800 mm Model 800 mm Model Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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SPECIFICATIONS CYLINDRICAL BRUSH MODEL 780 mm 1100 mm 1501 mm 1234 mm Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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SPECIFICATIONS ORBITAL PAD MODEL 710 mm 1100 mm 1486 mm 1049 mm Tennant T500 (01-2017)
NOTE: The maximum scrub speed setting can only be 2 at same time. After selection is made, the LED adjusted in supervisor control lockout modes 2 and 3. will turn solid to indicate new mode. 6. To exit the supervisor control mode, turn key off. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
The default supervisor profile name and login code can be changed as described in this section. If the new assigned supervisor mode login code is forgotten, use the recovery login code 836626826. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
Factory Reset - Resets the supervisor login code back to the factory default code “1234”, removes user profiles and resets any custom preset zone control buttons back to the factory preset zones. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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5. Assign a login code for the new user profile then press the green enter button (Figure 162). The new login code can be any combination of numbers ranging from 3 to 8 digits in length. FIG. 165 FIG. 162 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
171). Turning the key to the off position is another 4. Press the Enable Login button (Figure 168). The way to also logout Enable button will change from Enable Login to Disable Login. FIG. 171 FIG. 168 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
8. At start up, the home screen is now set for the desired user profile as the default without login. NOTE: To change to a different user profile as the default home screen without login, you must re-enable login and repeat the disabling login instructions. Tennant T500 (01-2017)
(Figure 182). Press the flashing save button to save the new login code. FIG. 178 Press the Add/Edit Profiles button (Figure 179). FIG. 182 FIG. 179 3. Press the Edit Profile button (Figure 180). FIG. 180 Tennant T500 (01-2017)
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