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Page 1: Operators Manual
Series English EN Operators Manual To view, print or download YM036 the latest manual, visit: Rev. 4 (5-2007) www.tennantco.com/manuals *YM051* www.greenmachines.com... - Page 2 This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and maintenance instructions. Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it. Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it. This machine will provide excellent service.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Chapter 1 How to use this manual ..... 3 Chapter 9 414RS model only. Chapter 2 Getting to know your machine... 5 Extending and stowing the seat....29 Using the seat safely ......... 31 Seat adjustments ........32 Chapter 3 Preparing for first use. -
Page 4: Chapter 1 How To Use This Manual
Chapter 1 How to use this manual. Please read the manual fully and follow all safety advice before using your machine. Welcome to the Applied Sweepers Operator’s Manual. We have written this manual to help you use your Green Machine correctly and above all, safely. Please read this manual fully before using your Green Machine. - Page 5 Important Safety Information Your Green Machine is a motorized item Never put hands, fingers, or loose with moving parts. Incorrect use can lead clothing near moving parts. to death or bodily injury and/or damage to your machine. Never open the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
- Page 6 Chapter 2 Getting to know your Green Machine. How the machine works The Green Machine works by airflow. As long through a nylon filter screen that filters out as airflow is maintained the machine should the debris and collects the debris in a sweep correctly.
- Page 7 Your Green Machine incorporates Safety Inter-Lock switches on the Suction Fan Front Access Panel and on the Rear Trunking. If either of these items are opened or removed, the engine will be stopped and the engine starter will be isolated. However, prior to opening or removing these items, the engine should be switched OFF and the ignition keys removed.
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Page 8: Setting The Suction Nozzle Height
Chapter 3 Preparing for your first use. This chapter will guide you through the adjustments needed to optimize your Green Machine for its first use. Setting the suction nozzle rotating the castor caps on each side. Turn the caps clockwise to raise the nozzle, or height. - Page 9 Turn the plastic locking cam (a) so that the lugs on the cam line up with the lugs on the Unhook the brush. metal drive hub (b). Push down on the brush assembly until you feel the brush can move down no further. The correct brush height is when the tips of the Fit the new brushes and turn the locking cam brush bend slightly as shown.
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Page 10: Fitting The Trash Sack
Removing the protective Fitting the plastic trash plastic sheet. sack. Your Green Machine is often shipped with a protective plastic sheet fitted inside the back trunking that must be removed prior to first use. First ensure you remove the ignition keys so that the machine will not start accidentally. - Page 11 (70 Litre) plastic trash sack. your machine will not pick up properly. Close the sliding frame and refasten the toggle clamp. Zip up the filter bag and close the top cover. Now insert the plastic sack and screen back Now you are ready to go to the next chapter into the sliding frame.
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Page 12: Chapter 4 Daily Checklist
Chapter 4 Daily checklist. These checks must be done daily before starting Check the engine oil level. Check the water tank level. Ensure that the engine oil level is between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick (a). Top up as required. Use regular motor oil –... - Page 13 Check the diesel fuel Check the radiator level. coolant level. Top up the fuel tank with regular diesel fuel if required. A full tank should last you about ten hours running time. Be careful not to spill any fuel– if you do so then Open the radiator header tank pressure cap.
- Page 14 Check the water sprays. the beacon (c) and beeper (or optional voice message) are all working correctly. The switches are located on the control console as shown. Switch (a) operates the lights. Switch (b) is a two-position switch. Check that the water spray jet in the back The first position operates the beacon only.
- Page 15 After all checks have been completed close the top cover, ensuring that it is correctly secured. Replace the wander hose (b) correctly in its holster (a). Green Machine Operator Manual Page 15...
- Page 16 Daily Check Summary Nozzle height correctly set......(a) Brush Height correctly set......(b) Correct engine oil level......(c) Water tank filled.........(d) Diesel tank filled.........(e) Correct coolant level........(f) Check all electrical items working....(g) Green Machine Operator Manual Page 16...
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Page 17: Chapter 5 Starting, Stopping And Driving
Chapter 5 Starting, stopping and driving Starting the engine. Stopping the engine. Never start the engine if the front suction hose is removed or the back trunking is open. Never run the engine continuously in a confined, or enclosed space. Insert the starter key into the key-switch. -
Page 18: Setting The Brush Speed
Setting the engine speed. To stop the engine in this case, pull the red button (a) located under the handlebars on the right side of the machine. Report the fault to your maintenance staff. Setting the brush speed. The throttle lever (b) is also on the right hand side of the operator console and has a red handle. - Page 19 the throttle setting that you use, the longer your machine will sweep efficiently. The Front Flap Check that the parking brake (a) is released. There is a flap opening at the front of the machine. Opening the flap allows the pick-up of bulkier debris such as plastic bottles, paper cups, leaves etc.
- Page 20 To release the parking brake, press the button on the end of the parking brake lever and then move the lever to the fully up position. Parking brakes are not fitted as standard on model 414S2D walk-behind models. Therefore do not leave this model parked on any hill or incline.
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Page 21: Chapter 6 The Water System
Chapter 6 The water system. The water system is provided to control dust in dry conditions. When used correctly it will maintain the filter bag condition for longer periods and will avoid dust escaping from around the brushes or from the filter bag. The system controls. - Page 22 The Bag Spray Jet The brush spray jets. The bag spray jet (a) is designed to damp down These are used to suppress dust that may be any dust just before the air and debris reach kicked up by the brushes. the plastic trash sack.
- Page 23 Use of disinfectants or filler cap (a) shown above. Under normal sweeping conditions, a full water chemicals. tank should last approximately 2 to 4 hours. You may wish to add a disinfectant and/or mild degreaser to your water system to improve hygiene and performance.
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Page 24: Chapter 7 The Wander Hose
Chapter 7 The wander hose. The wander hose allows you to clean in areas not normally accessible to the machine such as between parked cars, behind street furniture, tree gratings, flower beds, etc. Using the wander hose. For most applications, the hose can be used when machine is in sweeping mode. -
Page 25: Unblocking The Wander Hose
Lay the Wander hose out in a straight line. Start the engine and set the throttle to about Then lift up the flap and insert the plate into the 1/3rd power. groove in the suction nozzle. Grasp the wander hose handle and pull sharply Lower the flap. -
Page 26: Sweeping In Wet Weather
Chapter 8 Sweeping with your Green Machine. Sweeping in wet weather. drained back onto the sidewalk. Always remember to close the sludge door when sweeping in dry conditions to prevent When sweeping in wet conditions: dust and debris from blowing out. It is also advisable to pierce one or two holes in the plastic collector sack to allow any further water to drain. -
Page 27: Sweeping Corners
Alternatively, use the wander hose to clean the curb. Sweeping corners. The Green Machine is not designed as a full- To clean out corners, drive the machine into the sized street sweeper. However it is capable corner about 18 “ away from the adjacent of maintaining curb lines if they are wall. -
Page 28: Transporting The Machine
When descending the curb, move slowly forward at a 45-degree angle, until one wheel drops down. The handlebars will move up towards your chest as the front of the machine descends, Place the blanking plate into the suction nozzle but hold the handles firmly so that the grooves to prevent suction pick-up. -
Page 29: Objects To Avoid When Sweeping
Objects to avoid when granules should not be swept. This is because the impeller fan pulverizes the sweeping. granules into a powder that sticks to the filter bag. You will lose suction performance and will have to wash the filter bag in a Most items encountered under normal washing machine. - Page 30 Chapter 9 Model 414RS. The Ride on Seat offers the operator greater comfort and the ability to sweep larger areas with little or no additional effort. Extending the seat. When using the machine in the walk behind mode and you want to extend the seat. Bring the machine to a stop in a clear and safe area.
- Page 31 If the rear wheel is not straight the seat cannot be raised. Finally extend the seat pan. Stowing the seat. When the wheel is straight the lug shown above will push a locking plunger down and lock the castor wheel into position. Fold the seat pan forward.
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Page 32: Using The Seat Safely
In confined areas. Turning. Put your foot on the pedal and push forward until the slider locks fully closed. Using the seat safely. The machine can turn in its own length. To do this, get off the seat. You should bring the machine to a complete stop, and then get off on the opposite side to the way you are turning. - Page 33 ensure that the seat is correctly adjusted for supported by the legs and not via the seat. the individual operator. There are two points for adjustment of the seat. You should ensure that: You have adequate forward vision .... (a) Your elbows are slightly bent.....
- Page 34 Chapter 10 Models 424TR and 424HS. Both these models feature a comfortable two-wheeled suspension seat. The model 424HS also offers two speed ranges: 0-5mph(8km/h) and 0-10 mph(16km/h). The model 424HS also has a front suction nozzle that can be raised or lowered from a switch on the operator console.
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Page 35: Selecting High Speed Mode (424Hs Only)
This is because you may cause damage to the The seating arrangement on the 424 series of suction nozzle or sweeping gear if you Green Machines has been designed for collide with objects such as raised drain maximum comfort. covers when you are traveling at faster The seat rake can be moved back or forwards speeds. - Page 36 Then select the nozzle up position using the The pitch-lock engages automatically when the switch on the operator console. front suction nozzle is raised. The pitch-lock is designed to limit the range of The front suction nozzle assembly, brushes and movement of the handlebars when the front castor wheels will be raised clear off the ground suction nozzle is up.
- Page 37 Chapter 11 The Clean and Safe Attachment. This option is useful for the hygienic removal of anti-social deposits. It is often called the “CSA” or “DEA” for short. The CSA/DEA suction hose. The hose is of a much smaller diameter than the wander hose and is situated on the right A shut off valve (a) is located on the suction hand side of the machine.
- Page 38 The container is located under the front cover of closed). the machine and can be used with our Starting up the CSA/DEA with too high an without plastic sack liners. engine speed can damage the machine. Switch on the CSA/DEA unit by lifting up the switch on the control console and pulling it rearwards.
- Page 39 and forwards. Always wear hand protection when Now you can continue normal sweeping. using the CSA/DEA unit. When the CSA/DEA system is active then the machine will not drive. Always make sure that you use The same procedures apply for de-fouling disinfectant in the water system.
- Page 40 Chapter 12 Leaf Sweeping. In the Autumn / Fall, the machine can be fitted with a high volume leaf bag. Using leafing bags. just touch the grass. Too much brush pressure can leave deep swirl marks. Also when picking up leaves it is best to raise the height of the front nozzle, and to open the front flap.
- Page 41 Remove the outer filter bag. Refit the bag support frame. Remove the sliding frame, filter screen and Fit the leaf bag in the same way as the outer holder by opening the toggle clamp (a). filter bag is fitted using the bag strap. Fit the protective apron by hooking the right side hole in the apron over the hydraulic tank filler.
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Page 42: Chapter 13 The Snowplow Option
Chapter 13 The snowplow option. During winter, the machine can be fitted with the optional snowplow attachment. Fitting the snowplow. The Green Machine can be converted to a snowplow within a matter of 30 minutes. First remove starter keys! Release the threaded adjuster from its anchorage by loosening the nut with a wrench. - Page 43 secure it with six of the panel knobs that you removed earlier. Remove the front box assembly. Secure the flap cable to the casing blanking plate handle so that it does not drag along the ground. Next unclip the wander hose from the boom and remove the suction nozzle assembly.
- Page 44 Connect the snowplow spray bar hose to the water system. The machine is now ready as a footpath / sidewalk snowplow. Maximum snow depth. It is worth noting that due to the Green Machine having only 14 horsepower, the maximum depth of dry powder snow that the machine will handle is around 4”...
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Page 45: Chapter 14 Machine Care And Wash-Down
Chapter 14 Machine care and wash-down. At the end of each use it is most important that the machine receives a thorough cleaning. This is required for two main reasons: Firstly the filter bag needs to be thoroughly cleaned to allow the machine to maintain suction performance. - Page 46 Open the sludge door at the bottom of the fan casing to let the water drain out. Unclip the two toggle clamps (a) to release the back trunking. First wash out the back trunking and down into Swing out the back trunking until it locks in the impeller housing area.
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Page 47: End Of Week Wash-Down
extended and flush out the swivel box section as shown. This helps the seat move in and out more easily. Turn off the washing hose. Wash the radiator area thoroughly. Please pay particular attention to the corners of the radiator where more dirt collects. - Page 48 Open the sludge trap door. Wash out the inside of the impeller fan housing. First remove the front box, or CSA/DEA (if fitted). Next, remove the side panel by unscrewing the two retaining screws (a) and popping the rubber stopper (b) and (c). Remove the front suction hose assembly by unscrewing the six knobs on the fan casing access cover and unscrewing the single...
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Page 49: Care Of Filter Bag
Care of the filter bag. difficulty in getting out. You should then remove the filter bag, and wash it in a washing machine. The filter bag should be thoroughly washed Use a warm cycle, not a hot one (Too hot a inside and out each day. -
Page 50: Chapter 15 Fault Finding
Chapter 15 Fault Finding This section covers some basic problems that you might encounter with your Green Machine and how you might solve them. For more advanced faultfinding please refer to the Green Machine shop manual. Solution The machine is not Switch the engine off. - Page 51 The front flap may be open when Ensure that the castor assemblies are greased. sweeping heavy material. The rear castor wheel may not be working correctly. (Model 414S2D Close the flap – remember that there is less only). suction power for heavier debris when the flap is open.
- Page 52 There may be excessive play in the The emergency brake release valve brush arms. may not be fully closed or it may be damaged. Check that the brush arm assemblies have been greased thoroughly. Check that the valve is tightened hand-tight. If it If greasing fails to cure the problem then you is fully closed, but you can still push or pull may need to replace the link arm bushings.
- Page 53 The engine appears to be then you probably have a hydraulic oil leak. Inspect and repair. overheating. There may be excessive wear in the hydraulic system. The coolant level may be too high. If the drive is good when the brushes are As the engine warms up, the coolant expands switched off, but the drive gets much worse and the liquid level in the expansion tank...
- Page 54 You may be using bad or the impeller. Check the impeller is free to turn by hand and contaminated diesel fuel. feel to see if any items such as tee shirts etc. are wrapped behind the impeller fan. Drain the fuel tank, change the fuel filter and Always remove starter keys before refill the tank with diesel from another opening the impeller fan housing!
- Page 55 The battery may not be fully The engine alternator or charging charged. regulator may be faulty. Check that the battery is fully charged and is Please see the shop manual for more details. connected properly. Check that the battery posts are corrosion free. Please see shop The engine is smoking.
- Page 56 The hydraulic system is the machine was being refueled, and dirt has stuck to the screen. overheating. The hydraulic oil level may be low. Clean the screen with a wire brush. If the air filter minder still shows a restriction, then replace the air filter element.
- Page 57 There may be no water in the tank. The water tank outlet may be disconnected or blocked. Make sure that the quick release hose coupling Check level and refill. on the tank drain cap is securely fitted. Remove the drain cap assembly and clean the The spray jets may be blocked.
- Page 58 There is an electrical Check the fuses are intact by removing each in turn and viewing the fuse blade. If it is broken or problem. the fuse is discolored, then replace with the same value fuse. Check the main fuse box. The fuse box door is Always replace with the correct value located at the front of the operator console.
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Page 59: Chapter 16 General Specifications
Chapter 16 General specifications Overall dimensions: Water system: Height: 414....1143mm ( 45”) Height – no cab: 424....1397mm ( 55”) 55 litre (14.5 US gallon) water tank with filtered outlet. Height – with cab: 424....1854mm ( 73”) 12-volt electric pump for dust suppression. Length (Walk-behind): All ....2515mm ( 99”) Inner bag atomized spray (1). - Page 60 Vibration: Complies with standard PrEN 1033, ISO 8662. Vibration limits are below 2.5 ms² . Page 60 Green Machine Operator Manual...
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Page 61: Water Supply
Advisory and caution labels The explanations for the meaning of all advisory and caution labels affixed to the machine are given below. Advisory labels are recommendations and are shown as yellow colored labels. Caution labels are shown inside blue-colored circular fields and the instructions given in this book must be adhered to so as to avoid risks of personal injury or death. -
Page 62: Engine Oil
Diesel. Fill fuel tank with diesel fuel only. Engine Oil. Refer to operator manual for correct specification of engine oil. Engine Coolant. Use 50% water / 50% glycol-based antifreeze. Fill to a level 5 cm (2”) below top of header tank as described in operator manual. Engine Radiator Cap. - Page 63 Do not wash machine when engine is running. Do not allow water to enter the air filter housing, and do not wash the machine with the engine running. Refer to operator manual for instructions on air filter maintenance. Fan Casing Access Cover / Impeller Fan Warning. Danger of injury.
- Page 64 Parking Brake. Parking brake on - down position. Parking brake off - up position. Page 64 Green Machine Operator Manual...
- Page 65 Chassis Identification Plate Description MODEL – 414 S2D walk-behind only model. 414RS fold-and stow seat model. 424TR twin wheeled rear seat model. 424HS high-speed model. CHASSIS – The chassis number is a six-figure number, which gives the month and year of manufacture and an individual machine serial number.
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