Transporting The Machine; Storing Machine; Recommended Stock Items - Tennant ReadySpace R14 Operator's Manual

Only push or tow the machine on a level surface. Do
not exceed 2 mph / 3.2 kph. When towing machine,
only tow it from the front by the stabilizer arms
(U--shape bars).
Immediately after pushing or towing the machine,
enable the brake. Never operate the machine with the
brake disabled.

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

When transporting the machine by use of trailer or
truck, carefully follow the loading and tie--down
procedures:
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, go
slowly on inclines and slippery surfaces.
1. Empty the solution tank and recovery tank.
2. Raise the scrub head to the up position.
3. Load the machine using a ramp that can support
the machine weight and operator. Do not operate
the machine on a ramp incline that exceeds an 11°
angle (Figure 67). A winch must be used when
ramp incline exceeds an 11° angle.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, use a
ramp that can support the machine weight and
operator. Do not operate the machine on a ramp
incline that exceeds an 11° angle. Use tie- -down
straps to secure machine to truck or trailer.
11° maximum ramp angle
4. Once loaded, position the front of the machine up
against the front of the trailer or truck. Lower the
scrub head and turn the key off (Figure 68).
5. Place a block behind each wheel (Figure 68).
Tennant R14 (09- -06)
FIG. 67
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6. Secure the front and rear of the machine with
tie--down straps (Figure 68). Route the front strap
through the stabilizer arms (U--shape bars). Route
the rear strap above the rear axle at center. It may
be necessary to install tie-down brackets to the
floor of your trailer or truck.
NOTE: When transporting machine in freezing
temperatures see STORING MACHINE, step 5.

STORING MACHINE

1. Charge the batteries before storing. Never store
machine with discharged batteries.
2. Drain and rinse the tanks thoroughly.
3. Park the machine in a dry area with the scrub head
in the raised position.
4. Open the recovery tank cover to promote air
circulation.
5. If storing machine in freezing temperatures be
certain to drain tanks, purge pump and remove the
solution tank filter located under the machine at
rear.
ATTENTION: Do not expose machine to rain, store
indoors.

RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS

Refer to the Parts List Manual for recommended stock
items. Stock Items are clearly identified with a bullet
preceding the parts description. See example below:
OPERATION
FIG. 68
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