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800D Operator Manual MM308 Home Find... Go To..
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This manual is furnished with each new TENNANT Model 800D. It provides necessary operating and preventive maintenance instructions. Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it. This machine will provide excellent service. However, the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if: D The machine is operated with reasonable care.
– in areas with possible falling objects – use cardboard to locate leaking unless equipped with overhead guard. hydraulic fluid under pressure. – use tennant supplied or approved 2. Before starting machine: replacement parts. – check for fuel, oil, and liquid leaks.
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ON THE RADIATOR SHROUD. 07623 HOPPER SUPPORT BAR LABEL – LOCATED HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL – LOCATED ON ON THE HOPPER LIFT ARMS CROSS-TUBE BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. AND ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. 800D MM308 (1–93) Home Find... Go To..
- Check the machine for shipping damage. Check to make sure machine is complete 07324 per shipping instructions. - Check the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir. 08430 - Check the engine oil level. 08431 800D MM308 (1–93) Home Find... Go To..
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- Keep your machine regularly maintained by following the maintenance information in this manual. We recommend taking advantage of a regularly scheduled service contract from your TENNANT representative. - Order parts and supplies directly from your authorized TENNANT representative. Use the parts manual provided when ordering parts.
OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENTS 07623 A. Operator Seat F. Hopper Cover B. Steering Wheel G. Side Brush C. Engine Cover H. Instrument Panel D. Engine Side Door Hopper Door E. Main Brush Access Door 800D MM308 (1–93) Home Find... Go To..
Hopper Door Open Hourmeter Hopper Roll In Hazard Light Hopper Roll Out Operating Lights Hopper Down Hopper Up Steering Wheel Tilt Horn Main Brush Down and II Speedt Charging System Main Brush Off 800D MM308 (1–93) Home Find... Go To..
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Circuit Breaker 6 Main Brush Down Pressure Heavy Circuit Breaker 7 Circuit Breaker 1 Circuit Breaker 8 Circuit Breaker 2 Circuit Breaker 9 Circuit Breaker 3 Parking Brake Circuit Breaker 4 Glow Plugs (Preheat) 800D MM308 (8–93) Home Find... Go To..
BB.Circuit Breakers N. Hopper Temperature Light – CC.Glow Plugs Light Thermo Sentryt DD.Side Brush Switch, Right O. Main Brush Shut Down Light EE. Side Brush Switch, Left (Option) FF. Blower Wand Lever (Option) 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
08467 Reverse: Press the bottom of the directional pedal with the heel of your foot. 08468 Neutral: Take your foot off the directional pedal and it will return to the neutral position. 08469 800D MM308 (1–93) Home Find... Go To..
Set: Step on the parking brake pedal. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 08434 Release: Pull up on the release lever. 08435 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Set: Pull the parking brake lever up. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. Release: Push the parking brake lever down. 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
OPERATION THROTTLE LEVER The throttle lever controls the engine speed. Fast: Pull the lever into the Fast position. 08456 Idle: Push the lever into the Idle position. 08457 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Down and On: Press the top of the switch into On/Down position. Up and Off: Press the bottom of the switch into Off/Up position. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
Light: Turn the side brush down pressure knob clockwise. 09395 For machines serial number 001177 and above. Increase Pressure: Turn the side brush down pressure knob counter-clockwise. Decrease Pressure: Turn the side brush down pressure knob clockwise. 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Open: Pull and hold the hopper door lever in the Open position. 08474 Hold: Release the hopper door lever into the middle position. 08475 Close: Push and hold the hopper door lever in the Close position. 08476 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Out: Pull and hold the hopper rollout lever in the Out position. 08477 Hold: Release the hopper rollout lever into the middle position. 08478 In: Push and hold the hopper rollout lever in the In position. 08479 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Hold: Release the hopper lift lever up and into the middle position. 08481 Lower: Push and hold the hopper lift lever in the Down position. 08482 HORN BUTTON The horn button operates the horn. Sound: Press the button. 08438 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
The Thermo Sentryt will stop the vacuum fan. The Thermo Sentryt has to be reset manually, see THERMO SENTRY in MAINTENANCE. 07760 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
The fuel tank is empty when all ten of the segments have shut off. NOTE: Do not let the fuel tank empty completely. Air can enter the fuel system. The fuel system will need bleeding before the next engine start. 07764 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
On: Press the operating lights switch. The indicator light above the switch will come on. Off: Press the operating lights switch. The indicator light above the switch will go off. 08230 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Start: Press the vacuum fan switch. The indicator light above the switch will come on. Stop: Press the vacuum fan switch. The indicator light above the switch will go off. 08231 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
08460 Start: Turn the key all the way clockwise. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 08460 Stop: Turn the key counter-clockwise. 08461 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
Normal position of the switch. 08462 Main Brush Up and Off: Place the switch in the middle Off position. 08464 Main Brush Down and II Speedt: Press the bottom II Speedt position of the switch. 08463 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
08439 BLOWER WAND LEVER (OPTION) The blower wand lever controls the air flow through the optional blower wand. On: Move the lever to the left. Off: Move the lever to the right. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
The light will go out when the engine is ready to start, usually 5 to 15 seconds depending on the weather conditions. 08927 800D MM308 (8–93) Home Find... Go To..
Open the Rear Door: Push the latch to the left. Open the Engine Cover: Push in on the cover latch. Open the Hopper Cover: Push the latch to the right. Open Rear Bumper Door: Push the latch to the left. 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
DO NOT rely on the machine hydraulic system to keep the hopper raised. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. 08446 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
On: Pull the knob out until the air temperature is at the desired comfort level. For maximum heat, pull the knob out all the way. Off: Push the knob in all the way. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
This creates warm, dry air which works best for defrosting. If this causes the windows to fog, turn on the air conditioner for drier air. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
When sweeping is finished, clean the hopper dust filter and empty the hopper. 08580 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST - Check under the machine for leaks (fuel, oil, coolant). 07807 - Check the engine air filter indicator. 08447 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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OPERATION - Check the engine oil level. 08431 - Check fuel level. 07764 - Check the brakes and steering for proper operation. 08471 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
3. Turn the key clockwise. The glow plugs light will come on. When the glow plug light goes out, usually for 5 to 15 seconds depending on the weather conditions, the engine is ready to start. 08460 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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Provide adequate ventilation. Consult with your regulatory authorities for exposure limits. Keep engine properly tuned. 6. Release the machine parking brake. 08435 7. Move the throttle lever to the Fast position. 08456 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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OPERATION 8. Drive the machine to the area to be swept. 08580 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
Not recommended for high-temperature debris. Polypropylene and Wire 8-double Row Main Brush – The wire bristles loosen slightly packed soilage and heavier debris. The polypropylene bristles sweep up the debris with excellent hopper loading. 08587 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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Flat Wire Side Brush – Recommended for outside and curb-side sweeping where soilage is heavy or compacted. The stiff wire bristles dig out soilage. This brush is also recommended for 08588 foundry sweeping where heat may melt synthetic bristles. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
If the hopper door light is on, close the hopper door. 07763 2. Place the main brush switch in the Normal or II Speedt position. 08462 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
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For machines serial number 001177 and above, push the top of the side brush switch into the On/Down position. 4. Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum. 5. Sweep as needed. 08231 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
Off/Up position. 2. Place the main brush switch in the middle Off position. 08464 3. Press the filter shaker switch to shake the hopper dust filter. 08229 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, move machine with care when hopper is raised. 08481 5. Pull and hold the hopper rollout lever into the Out position. 6. Lower the hopper into the debris container to control dust. 08477 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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12. Push and hold the hopper lift lever in the Down position. NOTE: The hopper lift lever, hopper rollout lever, and the hopper door lever can be use together to lift the hopper, rollout the hopper, and open the hopper door. 08482 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
1. Stop sweeping. 2. Take your foot off the directional pedal. Step on the brake pedal. 08471 3. Move the throttle lever to the Idle position. 08457 4. Set the machine parking brake. 08434 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
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5. Turn the ignition switch key counter-clockwise to stop the engine. Remove the switch key. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 08461 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
08587 - Check for fuel odor that indicates a fuel leak. - Check under the machine for leak spots (fuel, oil, coolant). - Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
OPERATION ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1. Set the machine parking brake. 08434 2. Start the engine. 08460 3. Raise the hopper all the way up. 08480 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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5. Slowly lower the hopper so the support bar rests on the bar stop on the machine frame. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 08482 6. Shut the engine off. 08461 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
2. Raise the hopper slightly to release the hopper support bar. 08480 3. Put the hopper support bar in the storage clip. WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of hopper lift arms. 08590 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the brake pedal to control machine speed on descending inclines. The maximum rated incline is 8.5_. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, move machine with care when hopper is raised. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
The two front tie–down locations are through the U–bolt section of the main frame in front of the wheels. The two rear tie–down locations are through the U–bolt section of the main frame under the side bumpers toward the rear. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
2. Turn off the vacuum fan by pressing the vacuum fan switch . The indicator light above the switch will go off. 08231 3. Turn off and lift the main brush by placing the switch in the middle Off position. 08464 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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7. Remove the vacuum wand and hose from the mounting clips and assemble them together. 8. Connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum adaptor tube in front of the hopper. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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08231 11. Vacuum the area as needed. 12.When done vacuuming, turn off the vacuum fan by pressing the vacuum fan switch The indicator light above the switch will go off. 08231 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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16.Replace the vacuum plug into the vacuum adaptor tube in front of the hopper, disengage the lift arm and close the forward hopper access door. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
2. Move the blower wand lever on the lintle to the left into the ON position to start airflow through the wand. 3. Direct the wand into the area of debris and blow as needed. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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4. Move the blower wand lever on the lintle to the right into the OFF position to stop airflow through the wand. 5. Place the blower attachment on the back of the machine when finished. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
Check for any signs of dust tracking that may be caused by a bad seal or filter. Repair a necessary. Perform this check periodically while using the sweeper with the RFS option. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
Contact TENNANT service personnel Hopper full Empty hopper Hopper floor skirts worn or Replace floor skirts damaged Hopper door partially or Close the hopper door completely open Wrong sweeping brush Contact TENNANT representative for recommendations 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
– adjustment Main brush Check for damage, wear, and – adjustment Check brush pattern – Side brush Check for damage, wear, and – adjustment Check brush pattern – Hopper dust filter Shake – 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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HYDO Tennant Company or approved hydraulic fluid . . . Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433–1) . . . Water and permanent-type ethylene glycol anti-freeze, –34_ C (–30_ F) NOTE: Also check procedures indicted (H) after the first 50-hours of operation.
The rear wheel support pivots the rear wheel. The support has one grease fitting for the bearings. The rear wheel support bearings must be lubricated every 200 hours of operation. Use Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433–1). 08451 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find...
(TENNANT part no. 01433–1). 08579 SIDE BRUSH PIVOT PINS The side brush pivot pins should be lubricated with Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433–1) every 200 hours of operation. 08581 MAIN BRUSH ADJUSTMENT The main brush adjustment, located on the right side of the main brush, has one grease fitting for lubrication.
Replace the filter element every 800 hours of operation. The reservoir has a built-in strainer outlet that filters hydraulic fluid before it enters the system. Replace the strainer every 800 hours of operation. 08453 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
The quality and condition of the hydraulic fluid play a very important role in how well the machine operates. TENNANT’s hydraulic fluid is specially selected to meet the needs of TENNANT machines. TENNANT’s hydraulic fluids provide a longer life for the hydraulic components. There are two fluids available for different temperature ranges: TENNANT part no.
Clean the radiator and cooler only after the radiator has cooled to avoid cracking. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear eye and ear protection when using 08454 pressurized air or water. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
After cleaning the air filter element, inspect it for damage by placing a bright light inside. The slightest rupture requires replacement of the element. Inspect the seals on the ends of the element, they should be flexible and undamaged. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
TO PRIME FUEL SYSTEM 1. Stop the engine and set the machine parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, and turn off machine. 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
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If there is air in the system, there is probably leakage in the low pressure system. 15. Turn the ignition switch off. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
A static drag chain prevents the buildup of static electricity in the machine. The chain is attached to the machine by a rear main brush skirt retaining bolt. Make sure the chain is touching the floor at all times. 08449 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Open the hopper cover. 3. Disconnect the shaker motor wire connectors. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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13. Put the filter and shaker frame in the hopper. 08593 14. Install the four retaining screws and tighten. 15. Connect the shaker motor wire connectors. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine; stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Raise the main brush. 3. Open the right side main brush access door. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
1. Apply chalk, or some other material that will not blow away easily, to a smooth, level floor. 2. Raise the side brush and main brush and position the main brush over the chalked area. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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9. To increase the width of the main brush pattern, turn the main brush down pressure knob counter-clockwise. To decrease the width of the main brush pattern, turn the main brush down pressure knob clockwise. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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Tighten the drive end plate mounting bolts. C. Check the main brush pattern and readjust as necessary. Then adjust the width of the main brush pattern. 08490 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
7. Slide the new side brush onto the side brush drive shaft. 8. Insert the side brush retaining pin through the side brush hub and shaft and secure. 08466 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
NOTE: The brush door skirts have slotted holes to allow for a ground clearance adjustment. The door must be closed for proper adjustment. 08493 NOTE: Tire pressure will affect skirt clearances. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
The hopper door seals are located on the hopper door. They seal the hopper when the hopper door is closed. Check the seals for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. 08497 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
100 hours of operation. HOPPER VACUUM FAN SEAL The hopper vacuum fan seal is mounted on the the vacuum fan inlet bracket. Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
001103 and above. Adjust the parking brake whenever it becomes very easy to set the parking brake, when the machine rolls after setting the parking brake, and every 200 hours of operation. 08574 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
You can push the machine from the front or rear, and tow it only from the rear. ATTENTION! Do not push or tow the machine without using the towing valve, or the machine hydraulic system may be damaged. 08576 800D MM308 (11–95) Home Find... Go To..
Before storing the machine for an extended period of time, the machine needs to be prepped to lessen the chance of rust, sludge, and other undesirable deposits from forming. Contact TENNANT service personnel. 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
16 kmh (10 mph) Maximum reverse speed 7.3 kmh (4.5 mph) Minimum aisle turn width, left 3450 mm (135 in) Minimum aisle turn width, right 4675 mm (184 in) Maximum rated climb and descent angle 8.5_ 800D MM308 (6–94) Home Find... Go To..
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM System Capacity Fluid Type Hydraulic reservoir 47.3 L (12.5 gal) TENNANT part no. 65869 – above 7_ C (45_ F) TENNANT part no. 65870 – below 7_ C (45_ F) Hydraulic total 56.8 L (15 gal) BRAKING SYSTEM Type...
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Fluid level, 5, 64 Engine, 62 Hoses, 65 Front wheel bearings, 63 Propelling motor, 66 Main brush adjustment, 63 Reservoir, 64 Rear wheel support, 62 System specifications, 85 Side brush pivot pins, 63 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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Dome light switch, 30 Fan speed switch, 31 Heater knob, 30 Heavy duty SE air filter, 67 Recirculating air louvers, 30 Regenerative filter system (RFS), 58–59 Vacuum wand, 52–57 Windshield wiper switch, 30 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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Starting the machine, 34 35 Static drag chain, 70 Water seperator/fuel filter, 68 Steering, 33 Windshield wiper switch, 30 Specifications, 85 Steering wheel, 26 Steering wheel tilt lever, 26 Stop sweeping, 41 Stop the machine, 44 45 800D MM308 (3–95) Home Find... Go To..
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