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TENNANT T12
SCRUBBER DRYER
OPERATOR MANUAL
Clemas & Co. Unit 5 Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Tewkesbury,
Gloucestershire, GL20 8NB.
Tel: 01684 850777
Fax: 01684 850707
Email:
info@clemas.co.uk
Web:
www.clemas.co.uk

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  • Page 1 TENNANT T12 SCRUBBER DRYER OPERATOR MANUAL Clemas & Co. Unit 5 Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 8NB. Tel: 01684 850777 Fax: 01684 850707 Email: info@clemas.co.uk Web: www.clemas.co.uk...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The following precautions are used throughout FOR SAFETY: this manual as indicated in their description: 1. Do not operate machine: WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe - - Unless trained and authorized. - - Unless operator manual is read and practices that could result in severe understood.
  • Page 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4. Before leaving or servicing machine: 6. When loading/unloading machine - - Stop on level surface. onto/off truck or trailer. - - Turn off machine and remove key. - - Drain tanks before loading machine. - - Lower scrub head and squeegee 5.

  • Page 4: Machine Components

    OPERATION OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENTS 356290 A Operator seat J Spray nozzle (Option) B Recovery tank cover K Rear squeegee protector (Option) C Recovery tank L ec- -H20 System Module D Rear squeegee compartment (Option) - - located behind E Main brush compartment seat shroud F Side squeegee M Battery compartment...
  • Page 5 OPERATION CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS (T12) A Steering wheel F Operating lights / hazard lights B Touch panel switch (Option) C Propel pedal G Side brush switch (Option) D Brake pedal H Key switch E Spray nozzle switch (Option) Direction switch J Emergency shut- -off button T12 9009918 (3- -2013)
  • Page 6 OPERATION TOUCH PANEL (T12) A Contrast control button K Solution decrease button (- -) B Battery discharge indicator L Solution flow indicator lights C Warning / fault indicator light M Solution increase button (+) D LCD display N ec- H2O button E Hour meter O Vacuum fan / squeegee button F Configuration mode button...
  • Page 7 OPERATION CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS (T12XP) A Steering wheel B Touch panel C Propel pedal D Brake pedal E Emergency shut- -off button F Directional switch G Key switch H Spray nozzle switch (option) Side brush switch (option) J Operating lights / hazard lights switch (option) T12 9009918 (3- -2013)
  • Page 8 OPERATION TOUCH PANEL (T12XP) A Horn B Warning / fault indicator light C Battery discharge indicator D Hour meter E Configuration mode button F Recovery tank full indicator G LCD display H Contrast control button Brush pressure button J Brush pressure indicator lights K 1- -Step button L ec- H2O button M Vacuum fan / squeegee button...

  • Page 9: Symbol Definitions

    OPERATION SYMBOL DEFINITIONS These symbols are used on the machine to identify controls, displays, and features. Fault indicator Recovery tank Vacuum fan / squeegee Operating lights 1--STEP Hazard light ec- -H2O (option) Scrub mode Solution flow Circuit breaker Increase Spray nozzle (option) Decrease Main brush pressure Side brush (option)

  • Page 10: Operation Of Controls

    OPERATION RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR OPERATION OF CONTROLS The Recovery tank full indicator displays 0% when the recovery tank is not yet full and 100% when the recovery tank is full. All scrubbing functions BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR will stop when the recovery tank is full. Empty the The Battery discharge indicator displays the recovery tank when the indicator displays 100%.

  • Page 11: Operating / Hazard Light Switch

    OPERATION EMERGENCY SHUT- -OFF BUTTON OPERATING / HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH (OPTION) The Emergency shut- -off button immediately stops all power to the machine. Operating and Hazard Lights On: Press the top of the Operating / hazard light switch. Stop machine power: Push the Emergency Hazard Lights On: Press the Operating / hazard shut- -off button.

  • Page 12: Operator Seat

    OPERATION OPERATOR SEAT SEAT SUPPORT The front--to--back adjustment lever adjusts the The Seat support holds the seat up to allow seat position. access to the batteries and circuit breakers. To engage the seat support, lift the seat completely open until the pin slides into the lower notch of the seat support.
  • Page 13 OPERATION CONTRAST CONTROL BUTTON DIRECTIONAL SWITCH Use the Contrast control button to darken / lighten Use the Directional switch to select either the the LCD display. forward or reverse direction. Press the propel pedal to move the machine. T12XP CONFIGURATION MODE BUTTON NOTE: An audible alarm will sound when the Directional switch is placed into reverse.

  • Page 14: How The Machine Works

    OPERATION VACUUM FAN / SQUEEGEE BUTTON HOW THE MACHINE WORKS Lower squeegee and turn vacuum fan on: Press the Vacuum fan / squeegee button. The indicator light will illuminate when the squeegee is lowered. Raise squeegee and turn vacuum fan off: Press the Vacuum fan / squeegee button.

  • Page 15: Brush And Pad Information

    OPERATION Polishing pad (White) -- For maintaining highly polished or burnished floors. BRUSH AND PAD INFORMATION High productivity stripping pad (Black) -- For For best results, use the appropriate brush or pad aggressive stripping of heavy finishes or sealers, for the cleaning application. Listed below are or for very heavy duty scrubbing.

  • Page 16: While Operating The Machine

    OPERATION WHILE OPERATING THE MACHINE PRE- -OPERATION CHECKLIST Pick up oversized debris before scrubbing. Pick Perform the following steps before operating the up wire, string, twine, large pieces of wood, or any machine: other debris that could become wrapped around - Check the machine for fluid leaks.

  • Page 17: Starting The Machine

    OPERATION STARTING THE MACHINE FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, adjust ec- H2O SCRUBBING (ec- H2O MODE) seat and fasten seat belt (if equipped). FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing 1. Sit in the operators seat. machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key.

  • Page 18: Conventional Scrubbing Mode

    OPERATION CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING MODE ec- H2O BUTTON (OPTION) FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off The ec- -H2O button enables the ec- -H2O system machine, and remove key. to come on when the 1- -STEP button is activated. The light between the ec- -H2O logo and ec- -H2O 1.

  • Page 19: Setting Brush Pressure

    OPERATION SETTING BRUSH PRESSURE SETTING SOLUTION FLOW Under normal cleaning conditions, the brush With the 1- -STEP button activated, press either pressure should be set to the lowest setting. Solution increase button (+) or Solution decrease Under heavy grime conditions, the brush pressure button (- -) to set the solution flow level.
  • Page 20 OPERATION 5. Place the Directional switch in the direction the machine is to be moved (forward or SCRUBBING reverse). FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine, unless 6. Press the Propel pedal to begin scrubbing. operator manual is read and understood. NOTE: DO NOT turn on the ec- -H2O system 1.

  • Page 21: Double Scrubbing

    OPERATION Before scrubbing the floor a second time, lower the side squeegees and press the Vacuum DOUBLE SCRUBBING fan/squeegee button to lower the rear squeegee and turn on the vacuum fan. The light above the Use the double scrubbing method to clean heavily button will come on.

  • Page 22: Water Pickup Mode (No Scrubbing)

    OPERATION WATER PICKUP MODE (NO SCRUBBING) STOP SCRUBBING The machine can be used to pick up water or 1. While the machine is still in motion, press the non--flammable liquid spills without scrubbing. 1- -Step button to stop the scrubbing operations.

  • Page 23: Draining And Cleaning The Recovery Tank

    OPERATION 4. If necessary, twist the drain nozzle to another position to adjust the flow rate. DRAINING AND CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK Drain and clean the recovery tank daily or when the recovery tank full fault code appears on the LCD display.
  • Page 24 OPERATION 6. To prevent leaks, clean the plug portion of the 9. Remove the vacuum screen from the nozzle and the interior of the drain hose cuff. recovery tank and rinse the screen. 10. Remove the debris tray from the recovery NOTE: DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks.

  • Page 25: Draining And Cleaning The Solution Tank

    OPERATION 4. If necessary, twist the drain nozzle to another position to adjust the flow rate. DRAINING AND CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK Clean the outside of the tank with vinyl cleaner. 1. Drive the machine near a floor drain. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key.

  • Page 26: Turn Off The Machine

    OPERATION 7. Twist the drain cuff closed and insert the drain hose back into the clip on the recovery tank. TURN OFF THE MACHINE 1. Remove foot from the Propel pedal. 2. Press the 1- -Step button to stop scrubbing. 3.

  • Page 27: Fault Indicators

    OPERATION FAULT INDICATOR(S) This machine is equipped with two visual indicators, a red indicator light and an LCD (liquid crystal display). The red indicator light will blink continuously indicating that a fault has occurred. The LCD will display a fault code. If there is more than one fault, each fault code will alternately display.

  • Page 28: Warning Codes

    OPERATION WARNING CODES Warning codes are typically caused by the operator attempting to activate modes that are not available. The warning code will appear in the LCD (liquid crystal display). T12XP Refer to the table below to determine the cause of the warning code.

  • Page 29: Spray Nozzle (Option)

    OPERATION 3. Pull the spray nozzle out from the back of the machine and clean as needed. OPTIONS SPRAY NOZZLE (OPTION) The spray nozzle is used to clean the machine and surrounding areas. The solution tank provides a water/solution supply for the spray nozzle. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, do not power spray or hose off machine near electrical components.

  • Page 30: Vacuum Wand (Option)

    OPERATION 4. Twist the vacuum nozzle to the vacuum VACUUM WAND (OPTION) position and extend the handle to the desired Use the vacuum wand to clean areas that are out length. of reach of the machine. WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire.

  • Page 31: Rear Squeegee Guard (Option)

    OPERATION 8. When finished vacuuming, press the Vacuum REAR SQUEEGEE GUARD (OPTION) fan/squeegee button to turn off the vacuum The rear squeegee protector helps protect the fan. The squeegee will raise. rear squeegee from being damaged. 9. Turn off the machine. 10.

  • Page 32: Side Brush (Option)

    OPERATION SIDE BRUSH (OPTION) The side brush moves debris into the path of the main brushes. WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire. Do not pick up. 1. Turn on the machine 2. Press the top of the Side brush switch to enable the side brush assembly.

  • Page 33: Machine Troubleshooting

    OPERATION MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Machine will not operate Emergency stop button activated Turn button clockwise to reset Machine fault detected See FAULT INDICATORS or WARNING CODES Discharged batteries Charge batteries Loose battery cable(s) Tighten loose cable(s) Faulty battery(s) Replace battery(s) Faulty key switch Contact Tennant service...
  • Page 34 OPERATION Problem Cause Remedy Reduced run time Batteries not fully charged Charge batteries until the charger automatically turns off Defective battery(s) Replace battery(s) Batteries need maintenance See BATTERIES in MAINTENANCE Faulty battery charger Replace battery charger Mineral deposit build--up in module Flush module (See ec- -H2O ec- H2O Model: Warning and fault indicator...

  • Page 35: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 356389 356290 MAINTENANCE CHART The table below indicates the Person Responsible for each procedure. O = Operator. T = Trained Personnel. No. of Person Lubricant/ Service Resp. Fluid Interval Description Procedure Points Side and rear squeegees Check for damage and Daily wear Main brushes...
  • Page 36 MAINTENANCE No. of Person Lubricant/ Service Resp. Fluid Interval Description Procedure Points Weekly Battery cells Check electrolyte level Squeegee caster wheel Lubricate pivot points Hours Side and rear squeegees Check deflection and leveling Main brushes (cylindrical) Rotate brushes from front to rear Scrub head skirts (disk) Check skirts for damage...

  • Page 37: Rear Squeegee Casters

    MAINTENANCE REAR SQUEEGEE CASTERS LUBRICATION Lubricate the rear squeegee caster pivot point on each squeegee caster after every 50 hours. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. STEERING CHAIN (T12XP ONLY) The steering chain is located on the steering column directly under the control panel.

  • Page 38: Checking Connections / Cleaning

    MAINTENANCE CHECKING CONNECTIONS / CLEANING BATTERIES After every 200 hours of use check for loose battery connections and clean the surface of the The lifetime of the batteries is limited to the batteries, including terminals and cable clamps, number of charges the batteries receive. To get with a strong solution of baking soda and water.

  • Page 39: Charging The Batteries

    MAINTENANCE 6. The Tennant charger will start automatically. CHARGING THE BATTERIES When the batteries are fully charged, the (OFF- -BOARD CHARGER) Tennant charger will automatically turn off. IMPORTANT: Before charging, make sure that the charger setting is properly set for the 7.

  • Page 40: Battery Watering System (Option)

    MAINTENANCE 3. Connect the battery watering system to the BATTERY WATERING SYSTEM (OPTION) water supply. The optional battery watering system provides a safe and easy way to maintain the proper NOTE: Water quality is important to maintain the electrolyte levels in the batteries. life of the battery.

  • Page 41: Circuit Breakers

    MAINTENANCE Circuit breaker 17 is located inside the optional light assembly mounted on top of the recovery CIRCUIT BREAKERS tank. Circuit breakers are resettable electrical circuit protection devices designed to stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit overload. Once a circuit breaker is tripped, reset it manually by pressing the reset button after the breaker has cooled down.

  • Page 42: Electric Motors

    MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC MOTORS Inspect the carbon brushes on the vacuum fan motor after every 500 hours of operation. Inspect the carbon brushes on the main brush motors and side brush motor after the first 1000 hours of operation and every 100 hours after the initial check.

  • Page 43: Scrub Brushes

    MAINTENANCE 4. Turn the brush until the spring handles are visible. SCRUB BRUSHES The machine can be equipped with either disk or cylindrical scrub brushes. Check scrub brushes daily for wire or string tangled around the brush or brush drive hub. Also check brushes or pads for damage and wear.
  • Page 44 MAINTENANCE REPLACING DISK SCRUB PADS 1. Remove the pad driver from the machine. 2. Squeeze the spring clip together and remove the center disk from the pad driver. 3. Remove the scrub pad from the pad driver. 4. Flip or replace the scrub pad. Center the scrub pad on the pad driver and reinstall the center disk to secure the pad in place on the pad driver.

  • Page 45: Cylindrical Brushes

    MAINTENANCE 3. Remove the brush from the scrub head CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES Rotate the brushes from front-to-rear after every 50 hours of operation. Replace the brushes when they no longer clean effectively. NOTE: Replace worn brushes in pairs. Scrubbing with brushes of unequal bristle length will result in diminished scrubbing performance.

  • Page 46: Replacing The Side Brush

    MAINTENANCE 2. Squeeze the spring handles and let the side brush drop to the floor. SIDE BRUSH (OPTION) FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. Check the side brush daily for wear or damage. Remove any tangled string or wire from the side brush or side brush drive hub.

  • Page 47: Replacing (Or Rotating) The Rear Squeegee Blades

    MAINTENANCE 3. Loosen both squeegee mounting handles. SQUEEGEE BLADES Check the squeegee blades for damage and wear daily. When the blades become worn, rotate the blades end--for--end or top--to--bottom to a new wiping edge. Replace blades when all edges are worn.
  • Page 48 MAINTENANCE 5. Loosen the retainer latch and remove the 8. Remove the inner frame from the outer frame. retainer from the squeegee assembly. 9. Remove the squeegee from the outer frame. 6. Remove the squeegee from the squeegee assembly. 10. Install the rotated or new squeegee blade into the outer frame.
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE 11. Install the inner frame over the squeegee and 14. Insert the hinge end of the retainer into the onto the outer frame. Be sure the inner frame hooks in the inner frame. is tight against the top of the outer frame. 15.

  • Page 50: Leveling The Rear Squeegee

    MAINTENANCE 5. Turn the squeegee tilt adjust knob LEVELING THE REAR SQUEEGEE counter-clockwise to decrease the deflection Leveling the squeegee ensures the entire length at the ends of the squeegee blade. of the squeegee blade is in even contact with the surface being scrubbed.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Rear Squeegee Blade Deflection

    MAINTENANCE 3. To adjust the overall squeegee blade ADJUSTING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE deflection, loosen the lock knob. DEFLECTION Deflection is the amount of curl the overall squeegee blade has when the machine moves forward. The best deflection is when the squeegee wipes the floor dry with a minimal amount of deflection.

  • Page 52: Replacing Or Rotating The Side Squeegee Blades

    MAINTENANCE 5. Remove the squeegee blade from the side REPLACING OR ROTATING THE SIDE squeegee assembly. SQUEEGEE BLADES 1. If necessary, raise the scrub head. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. 2.

  • Page 53: Replacing Or Rotating The Side Brush Squeegee Blades (Option)

    MAINTENANCE 3. Remove the retaining band, squeegee blades, REPLACING OR ROTATING THE SIDE and spacer from the squeegee frame. BRUSH SQUEEGEE BLADES (OPTION) FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. Check the side brush squeegee blade for damage and wear daily.
  • Page 54 MAINTENANCE 4. Install the rotated / new squeegee blades, spacer, and retaining band onto the side brush assembly. 5. Fasten the side brush retaining band latch. 6. Reinstall the side brush squeegee assembly onto the side brush assembly. T12 9009918 (3- -2013)
  • Page 55 MAINTENANCE SKIRTS AND SEALS BELTS FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing CYLINDRICAL BRUSH DRIVE BELTS machine, stop on level surface, turn off FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, and remove key. machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. RECOVERY TANK SEAL Check the recovery tank cover seal for damage The brush drive belts are located on the cylindrical...

  • Page 56: Pushing, Towing, And Transporting The Machine

    MAINTENANCE 3. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground, PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING use a winch to load machine. THE MACHINE If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground, the PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE machine may be driven onto the truck or...
  • Page 57 MAINTENANCE 6. Place a block behind each wheel to prevent 9. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is the machine from rolling. higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground, use a winch to unload machine. 7. Lower the scrub head and turn off machine. If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground, the FOR SAFETY: When loading/unloading...

  • Page 58: Machine Jacking

    MAINTENANCE Jacking point location at the rear of machines equipped with the optional rear squeegee MACHINE JACKING protector. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. Empty the recovery and solution tanks before jacking the machine.
  • Page 59 MAINTENANCE 4. Connect the drain hose to the ec- -H2O manifold hose disconnected from the ec- -H2O ec- H2O MODULE FLUSH PROCEDURE manifold in the previous step. This procedure is only required when an alarm sounds and the ec- -H2O system indicator light begins to blink.
  • Page 60 MAINTENANCE 7. Start the machine. 8. Press and release the ec- -H2O module flush switch to start the flush cycle. NOTE: The module will automatically shut off when the flush cycle is complete (approximately 7 minutes). The module must run the full 7- -minute cycle in order to reset the system indicator light and alarm.

  • Page 61: Storage Information

    MAINTENANCE 4. Press the 1- -Step button. STORAGE INFORMATION The following steps should be taken when storing the machine for extended periods of time. 1. Charge the batteries before storing machine to prolong the life of the batteries. 2. Thoroughly drain and rinse the solution and recovery tanks.
  • Page 62 MAINTENANCE 6. Machines with ec- H2O option only: Press 8. Drive the machine to circulate the RV the scrub mode button to place machine into antifreeze completely through all the systems the ec- -H2O mode. The ec- -H2O indicator light and clear out any remaining water.

  • Page 63: Preparing The Machine For Operation After Storage

    MAINTENANCE 6. Repeatedly press the Solution increase button PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION (+) until the solution flow is at the highest AFTER STORAGE setting. All Propylene Glycol Based / Recreational Vehicle (RV) Antifreeze must be completely cleaned from the scrubbing system before the machine can be used for scrubbing.
  • Page 64 MAINTENANCE 8. Machines with side brush option only: Press the side brush switch to activate the side brush. T12XP 9. Drive the machine to circulate the clean water completely through the system and clear out the RV antifreeze. 10. Machines with side brush option only: Press the side brush switch to turn off the side brush.

  • Page 65: Priming The Ec- H2O System

    MAINTENANCE 4. Disconnect the outlet hose to the scrub head PRIMING THE ec- H2O SYSTEM from the ec- -H2O manifold. Prime the ec- -H2O system if the machine has been stored for a long period with no water in the solution tank / ec- -H2O system.
  • Page 66 MAINTENANCE 9. Press and release the ec- -H2O module flush switch. Allow the system to drain water into the container for 2 minutes. 10. Press the ec- -H2O module flush switch to shut off the system. 11. Disconnect the drain hose from the ec- -H2O manifold hose.

  • Page 67: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES Item Dimension/capacity Length 1710 mm (67.25 in) Width (less squeegee) 945 mm (37.25 in) Width (with squeegee) 990 mm (39 in) Width (with side brush) 1065 mm (42 in) Height 1420 mm (56 in) Height with overhead guard 2095 mm (82.5 in) Disk brush diameter for side brush (option) 330 mm (13 in)
  • Page 68 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE Item Measure Aisle turnaround width 1854 mm (73 in) Travel Speed (Forward) 8 Km (5 mph) Travel Speed while scrubbing (Forward) 6.1 Km (3.8 mph) Travel Speed (Reverse) 4 Km (2.5 mph) Maximum rated climb and descent angle for transport -- Empty Maximum rated climb angle for scrubbing Maximum rated climb and descent angle at gross weight (GVWR) 14.1%...
  • Page 69 SPECIFICATIONS ec- H2O SYSTEM (OPTION) Item Measure Solution pump 36 Volt DC, 5.13 LPM (1.36 GPM) min open flow Solution flow rate (machines without optional side 1.9 LPM (0.5 GPM) maximum brush) Solution flow rate (machines with optional side 1.9 LPM (0.5 GPM) -- (To main scrub head) brush) 0.95 LPM (0.25 GPM) -- (To side brush) MACHINE DIMENSIONS...

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