SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following symbols are used throughout this 4. When using machine: manual as indicated in their description: - - Use brakes to stop machine. - - Go slow on inclines and slippery WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe surfaces.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The safety labels appear on the machine in the locations indicated. If these or any label becomes damaged or illegible, install a new label in its place. FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE INSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK COVER. FOR SAFETY LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE INSIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
OPERATION OPERATION OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY - The operator’s responsibility is to take care of the daily maintenance and checkups of the machine to keep it in good working condition. The operator must inform the service mechanic or supervisor when the maintenance intervals are required as stated in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENTS A. Operator seat B. Steering wheel C. Machine cover D. Recovery tank E. Solution tank F. Rear squeegee G. Side squeegee H. Solution tank drain Recovery tank drain J. Rear wheel K. Side Brush (Option) L. FaST solution system 7300 330619 (2- -04) Home Find...
OPERATION SYMBOL DEFINITIONS These symbols identify controls, displays, and features on the machine: Battery charging system Solution tank full Hourmeter Solution tank low Recovery tank full Variable pressure Steering tilt Scrub switch Circuit breaker #1 Scrub brush up and off Circuit breaker #2 Scrub brush down pressure Circuit breaker #3...
OPERATION CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS A. Steering wheel B. Horn button C. Operating lights switch D. Power kill switch E. Power wand switch (option) F. On/Off key switch G. Steering column tilt lever H. Parking brake pedal Brake pedal J. Directional pedal K.
OPERATION OPERATION OF CONTROLS BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal stops the machine. Stop: Take your foot off the directional pedal and let it return to the neutral position. Step on the brake pedal. PARKING BRAKE PEDAL The parking brake pedal sets and releases both of the rear wheel brakes.
OPERATION Reverse: Press the bottom of the directional pedal with the heel of your foot. Neutral: Take your foot off the directional pedal and it will return to the neutral position. STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel controls the machine’s direction. The machine is very responsive to the steering wheel movements.
OPERATION ON-OFF KEY SWITCH The on-off key switch controls machine power with a key. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. On: Turn the key clockwise all the way. Off: Turn the key counter-clockwise. HORN BUTTON The horn button operates the horn.
OPERATION POWER KILL SWITCH The power kill switch halts all power to the machine. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. Halt: Push the power kill switch in. Restart: Turn off the machine with the on/off switch.
OPERATION SOLUTION FLOW LEVER The solution flow lever controls the amount of solution flow to the floor. Increase flow: Raise the lever. Decrease flow: Lower the lever. Stop flow: Lower the lever all the way down. NOTE: When using the FaST system, the solution flow lever is nonfunctional.
OPERATION CONTROL PANEL The scrubbing and optional sweeping functions are activated by the control panel. Features of the control panel include six multi--function buttons and graphics icons which display the current state of the scrubbing and optional sweeping functions. The control panel also features a display clock for operator convenience, and a maintenance mode 12 : 16 PM that prompts the operator when to perform routine...
OPERATION CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE 1. Turn the machine power off. 2. Press and hold the logo switch. 353556 3. Turn the machine power on. 4. Continue pressing the logo switch for 15 seconds or until the down pressure display screen appears. 5.
OPERATION BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR The battery discharge indicator shows the charge level of the batteries with a segmented display. When the batteries are fully charged, all the segments are lit. As the batteries discharge, the segments shut off. 12 : 16 PM The batteries should be recharged when all the segments have shut off.
OPERATION DISPLAY CLOCK The display clock shows the time of day below the battery discharge indicator. SETTING THE DISPLAY CLOCK 1. Turn the machine off. 12 : 16 PM 2. Press and hold the logo switch. 3. Turn the machine power on. 0020 4.
OPERATION SCRUB SWITCH The scrub switch controls the scrubbing and optional sweeping operations. The scrub switch also sets the scrub brush pressure. The scrubbing operations include the following: The scrub head lowers and the scrub brushes turn on. The rear squeegee will lower and the vacuum fan will start.
OPERATION Under normal conditions, the brush pressure should be set in the minimum settings (one or two downward arrows). Under heavy grime conditions, the brush pressure should be set in the maximum settings (three downward arrows or one large arrow). Travel speed and floor conditions will affect the scrubbing performance.
OPERATION RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR The recovery tank full indicator comes on when the recovery tank is full. If the recovery tank full indicator stays on for more than 7 seconds, the “Rec. Tank Full” message will appear in the hourmeter display. The scrub brushes and vacuum will shut off, and the rear squeegee will raise.
OPERATION REAR SQUEEGEE SWITCH The rear squeegee switch controls the vacuum fan and the position of the rear squeegee. The rear squeegee can be operated separately from the scrub brushes for the purpose of picking-up excess water without scrubbing, or double scrubbing without water pick up Lower squeegee and start the vacuum fan: Press the squeegee switch.
OPERATION SIDE BRUSH SWITCH (OPTION) The side brush switch controls the side brush position and rotation. The scrubbing brush must be operating for the side brush to work. This option is available only on cylindrical scrub head machines. NOTE: The side brush operates automatically when the scrub brush starts operating.
OPERATION DETERGENT PUMP SWITCH (OPTION) The detergent pump switch controls the amount of detergent that flows to the floor while scrubbing. When the scrubbing functions have started, the detergent pump switch will default to the last setting used. NOTE: The detergent icon only appears after the scrub functions have been activated.
OPERATION RESETTING THE MAINTENANCE TIMERS 1. Turn the machine off. 2. Press and hold the logo switch. 3. Turn the machine power on. 4. Continue pressing the logo switch for 15 seconds or until the down pressure display screen appears. 12 : 16 PM 5.
OPERATION 7. Exit the DISPLAY MAINT. function by pressing the logo switch until all four maintenance mode screens have been displayed. 8. Turn the key to the off position. DISABLING THE MAINTENANCE MODE When the maintenance mode is disabled, the flashing icon and alarm will not appear and sound when the machine is started if one or more of the maintenance timers goes past its recommended...
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OPERATION FUSES The fuses are one-time circuit protection devices designed to stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit overload. Never substitute higher value fuses than those specified in this manual. The main propelling fuse is located under the circuit breakers in the electrical panel.
OPERATION CIRCUIT BREAKERS The circuit breakers are resetable electrical circuit protection devices. They stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit overload. Once a circuit breaker is tripped, reset it manually by pressing/ flipping the reset button after the breaker has cooled down.
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OPERATION This chart shows the magnetic circuit breakers used on machines serial number xxxxxx and up for all cylindrical scrub heads. Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected Right Scrub Motor Left Scrub Motor CB13 Open This chart shows the magnetic circuit breakers used on machines serial number xxxxxx and up with Max Pro 1000 standard motor disk scrub heads.
OPERATION SOLUTION TANK DRAIN HOSE (OPTION) The solution tank drain hose is used to drain the solution tank after using the ES system. Drain the solution tank by removing the drain hose cap from the tank access cap. Pull out the solution tank hose and remove the drain hose end cap.
OPERATION OPERATOR SEAT The operator set is a fixed back style with a forward-backward adjustment. Adjust: Pull the lever outward and slide the seat to the desired position, then release the lever. DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT (OPTION) The deluxe suspension seat has four adjustments. The adjustments are for the lumbar support, backrest angle, operator weight adjustment and front to back adjustment.
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OPERATION Use the gauge next to the weight adjustment knob to help determine proper seat firmness for the operator. The front--to--back adjustment lever adjusts the seat position. Adjust: Pull the lever out and slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever.
OPERATION HOW THE MACHINE WORKS The steering wheel controls the direction of machine travel. The directional pedal controls the speed and forward/reverse directions. The brake pedal slows and stops the machine. The scrub components of the machine are a solution tank, scrub brushes, rear and side squeegees, a vacuum system, and a recovery tank.
OPERATION FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM Unlike conventional scrubbing, the FaST (Foam Scrubbing Technology) system operates by injecting the FaST PAK concentrate agent into the system with a small amount of water and compressed air. This mixture creates a large volume of expanded wet foam. The expanded foam mixture is then dispersed onto the floor while the machine is scrubbing.
OPERATION PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Check over this list of items before operating the machine: - Check the hydraulic fluid level. (if applicable) - Check the battery fluid and charge level. - Check the tank cover seals for damage and wear. - Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter. - Check the condition of the scrubbing brushes.
OPERATION INSTALLING FaST PAK AGENT NOTE: Machine must be equipped with FaST before the FaST PAK agent can be installed. 1. Turn the machine power off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine, and remove key.
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OPERATION 5. Place the FaST PAK carton in the carton holder under the front cover of the machine. Connect the supply hose to the FaST PAK bag. NOTE: If any dried concentrate is visible on the supply hose connector or the on the FaST PAK connector, soak and clean with warm water.
OPERATION STARTING THE MACHINE 1. You must be in the operator’s seat with the directional pedal in neutral, and your foot on the brake pedal or with the parking brake set. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral.
OPERATION FILLING THE TANKS 1. Turn the machine power on. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. 2. Drive the machine to the filling site. 3. Turn the machine power off. 4. Set the parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine;...
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OPERATION 5. CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING: Open the solution tank cover. Measure and pour in the correct amount of detergent. Fill the rest of the solution tank with water up to the FULL line near the top of the tank. NOTE: Floor conditions, water condition, amount of soilage, types of soilage, and brush action all play an important role in determining the type and concentration of detergent used.
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OPERATION 8. ES mode with auto fill : Connect the hose from the water source to the auto-fill connection on the machine. Turn the machine power on, and turn on the water source. The auto-fill will automatically fill the tanks to the proper level for ES operation and automatically shut-off.
OPERATION SWEEPING, SCRUBBING AND BRUSH INFORMATION Pick up oversized debris before cleaning. Pick up pieces of wire, string, twine, etc., which could become wrapped around the sweeping or scrubbing brushes. Optional side brush sweeping is available only on the cylindrical scrub head machines. Plan the sweeping and scrubbing in advance.
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OPERATION Non-scuff polypropylene scrub brush -- This brush uses a softer, general purpose polypropylene bristle to lift lightly compacted soilage without scuffing high-gloss coated floors. Nylon scrub brush -- Recommended for scrubbing coated floors. Cleans without scuffing. Super abrasive bristle scrub brush -- Nylon fiber impregnated with abrasive grit to remove stains and soilage.
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OPERATION SCRUBBING 1. Start the machine. FOR SAFETY: When starting machine, keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral. 2. Drive the machine to the area to be cleaned. 3. FaST SCRUBBING: Press the FaST switch to the desired solution flow. See the FaST SWITCH section of the manual.
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OPERATION 5. Press the scrub switch to start the scrubbing operations. See the SCRUB SWITCH section of the manual WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire. Do not pick up. As long as the machine is moving forward the scrub head will lower and the scrub brushes will start.
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OPERATION 7. Press the edge scrub switch if edge scrubbing is necessary. 353564 Adjust detergent flow with detergent flow switch (option). 353551 9. Press the ES switch if extended scrubbing is necessary. NOTE: When using the ES, the recovery tank 1/2 full float must be active for the pump to operate.
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OPERATION On machines equipped with the optional sweeping side brush, (available only on cylindrical scrub head machines) the sweeping brush(es) will start when the scrub switch is pushed. 10.Press the side brush switch to turn off the side brush if sweeping is not desired. Make sure the indicator next to the side brush switch is off.
OPERATION DOUBLE SCRUBBING Double scrubbing is the process of making two or more passes over a heavily soiled area. The first pass is made with the rear and side squeegees raised to allow the solution to soak into the floor. Double scrubbing can be performed using the FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM or CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING methods.
OPERATION DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS When you are finished scrubbing, or when the recovery tank full indicator comes on, the recovery tank should be drained and cleaned. The solution tank can then be filled again for additional scrubbing. If you used the machine in ES mode, the solution tank should also be drained and cleaned when you are finished scrubbing.
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OPERATION 5. Unscrew the drain hose cap from the recovery tank drain access cap. 6. Pull out and place the drain hose next to the floor drain. Remove the drain end cap from the hose. Stand back because the solution rushes out of the drain hose.
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OPERATION 9. Remove the large drain cap and flush out the bottom on the recovery tank. 10. ES mode: Locate the ES cleanout wand under the battery cover. Remove it and attach it to a water supply hose to use for cleaning.
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OPERATION 13. ES mode: Drain the solution tank. Flush out the solution tank with clean water. Rinse the solution outlet filters at the bottom of the tank through the drain access. 14. ES mode: Rinse the sensor float tubes near the top of the solution tank.
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OPERATION 16. Cylindrical scrub head: Remove and clean the debris trough from the right hand side of the machine. Place the trough back in the scrub head when clean. NOTE: The debris trough can be removed from the right hand side of the machine only. 17.
OPERATION STOP THE MACHINE 1. Stop scrubbing. See the STOP SCRUBBING section of the manual. 2. Take your foot off the directional pedal. Step on the brake pedal. NOTE: The machine may coast for a short distance when your foot is removed from the directional pedal.
OPERATION POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST Check over this list of items after you have finished scrubbing with the machine powered on: - Check the hydraulic fluid level. (if applicable) - Check the battery fluid and charge level. - Check the tank cover seals for damage and wear.
OPERATION OPERATION ON INCLINES Drive the machine slowly on inclines. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces. The maximum rated climb and descent incline with empty tanks is 8_, and with full tanks is 6_. OPTIONS VACUUM WAND The vacuum wand uses the machine’s vacuum...
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OPERATION 3. Remove the vacuum wand equipment from the tank cover. 4. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the rear squeegee. 5. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the squeegee suction hose with the adapter. 6. Put together the wand and the wand hose. 10945 7.
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OPERATION 8. Press the rear squeegee switch to turn on the vacuum. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353565 9. Vacuum the floor. 06599 10. When finished, shut off the vacuum with the rear squeegee switch. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353550 7300 330619 (12- -00) Home...
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OPERATION 11. Turn the machine power off. 12.Disconnect the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose. 10946 13. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the top of the squeegee. 14. Clean and rinse the vacuum wand equipment. 15. Secure the vacuum wand equipment on top of the tank cover.
OPERATION POWER WAND The power wand uses the machine’s vacuum and solution systems. The power wand allows scrubbing of floors that are out of reach of the machine. WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire. Do not pick up. 1.
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OPERATION 4. Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the rear squeegee. 5. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the squeegee suction hose with the adapter. 10945 6. Attach the end of solution hose to the quick-disconnect. Push the connector in until it stops.
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OPERATION 7. Attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the power wand. 07320 8. Turn the machine power on. 9. Press the rear squeegee switch to turn on the vacuum. NOTE: The rear squeegee will also lower. 12 : 16 PM 0020 353565...
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OPERATION 10. Press the top of the power wand switch to turn the power wand on. 11. Squeeze the solution lever on the power wand to spray solution on the floor. Scrub the floor with the brush side of the cleaning tool.
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OPERATION If the cleaning tool is hard to push or is not picking up the solution very well, adjust the roller wheels on the tool by turning the black adjustment knob. NOTE: The wheels are properly adjusted when the squeegee blades deflect slightly while the tool is pushed back and forth.
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OPERATION 15. Turn the machine power off. 16. Disconnect the solution hose from the machine. 17. Remove the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose. 10946 18. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the squeegee. 19. Disconnect the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses from the power wand.
OPERATION MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Trailing water -- poor or no water Rear squeegee blades worn Rotate or replace blades pickup. Rear squeegee out of Adjust rear squeegee adjustment Rear squeegee raised Lower rear squeegee Rear squeegee tube clogged Flush squeegee tube Side squeegees raised Lower side squeegees...
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OPERATION Problem Cause Remedy Poor scrubbing performance. Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris Improper detergent or brushes Check with TENNANT used representative for advice Scrub brush pressure not set Replace scrub brushes properly Worn scrub brushes Replace scrub brushes Poor debris pick up with One or both brushes installed Correct cylindrical brush...
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART NOTE: Check procedures indicated (H) after the first 50-hours of operation. No. of Lubricant/ Service Fluid Interval Description Procedure Points Daily Rear and side squeegees Check for damage, wear and adjustment Check for damage and wear Scrub brushes Check for debris Check for damage and wear...
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MAINTENANCE No. of Lubricant/ Service Fluid Interval Description Procedure Points Check Taper 50 Hours Cylindrical brushes Rotate front to rear Scrub head floor skirts Check for damage and wear (Disk brush heads only) Battery cells Check electrolyte level FaST Filter screen Clean 100 Hours Brakes...
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION PROPELLING GEARBOX Check the lubricant level in the propelling gearbox every 100 hours of operation. Change the gear lubricant, and the drain and fill-level plug seals after the first 50 hours of operation, and then every 1000 hours of operation. Use SAE 90 weight gear lubricant.
MAINTENANCE SCRUB HEAD DRAG LINK ARMS The scrub head drag link arms have a grease fitting at each of the pivot points. Lubricate with Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant Part No. 01433--1) every 100 hours of operation. The Max Pro 1000 disk scrub head has four link arms that need lubrication.
MAINTENANCE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS Inspect the rear wheel bearings for seal damage, and repack and adjust every 500 hours of operation. Use Lubriplate EMB grease (Tennant part number 01433--1). STEERING GEAR CHAIN The steering gear chain is located by the foot pedals.
MAINTENANCE HYDRAULICS (OPTION) HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR The hydraulic reservoir holds the hydraulic fluid for the power steering option. It is located underneath the front cover of the machine. A filler cap is mounted on top of the reservoir. Check the hydraulic fluid level at operating temperature after every 100 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC HOSES Check the hydraulic hoses after every 500 hours of operation for wear or damage. Fluid escaping at high pressure from a very small hole can be almost invisible, and can cause serious injuries. See a doctor at once if injury results from escaping hydraulic fluid.
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MAINTENANCE BATTERIES The batteries are unique in that they hold their power for long periods of time. The lifetime of the batteries is limited by the number of charges the batteries receive. To get the most life from the batteries, charge them when all the battery discharge indicator segments shut off (20% charge left).
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Do not take readings immediately after adding distilled water. If the water and acid are not thoroughly mixed, the readings may not be accurate. Check the hydrometer readings against the following chart to determine the remaining battery charge level: SPECIFIC GRAVITY at BATTERY 27_ C (80_ F)
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MAINTENANCE 5. Check the electrolyte level in all the battery cells. 08247 6. If the level is low, add just enough distilled water to cover the plates. DO NOT OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow during charging due to expansion. NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place while charging.
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MAINTENANCE 11. After the charger has turned off, unplug the charger from the wall outlet. 12. Unplug the charger connector from the battery connector on the machine. 13. Reconnect the battery connector to the machine connector. 14. Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell after charging.
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MAINTENANCE 6. Press the switch next to SELF TEST. 7. While the diagnostic is running, the machine systems will activate as follows: Self Test D The brushes and squeegee raise. D The rear squeegee lowers and then Display Maint. raises back up. D The scrub head lowers and moves out Enable Maint.
MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC MOTORS The carbon brushes on the vacuum fan motors should be inspected every 500 hours of machine operation. The brush drive motors and propelling motor should be inspected every 1000 hours of operation. PROPELLING CIRCUIT The propelling circuit is a transistorized controller. It controls the forward and reverse speed of the machine and is located in the controller panel.
MAINTENANCE SCRUB HEAD The machine can be equipped with either disk or cylindrical heads. There are two scrub head widths available for each type of scrub head. The scrub head floor skirts control water spray from the brushes. The Max Pro 1000 disk scrub head contains two disk scrub brushes, and is available with standard or heavy duty scrubbing motors.
MAINTENANCE 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 for brush damage and wear. DISK BRUSHES The disk brushes should be replaced if a large number of bristles are missing or if bristle length is less than 10 mm.
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MAINTENANCE 4. Turn the brush until you can see the brush spring clip. 5. Squeeze the brush spring clips together with your thumb and index finger. The brush will drop off the brush drive hub. Pull the brush out from under the scrub head. 6.
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MAINTENANCE 7. Line up the brush drive socket with the drive plug. 8. While squeezing the brush spring clip together with your thumb and index finger, lift the scrub brush onto the drive plug. 9. Check to make sure the brush is securely mounted on the brush drive hub.
MAINTENANCE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES Check the brush taper and rotate the brushes from front-to-rear every 50 hours of machine operation for maximum brush life and best scrubbing performance. Check and clean the cylindrical head debris trough daily. The cylindrical brushes should be replaced if large amounts of bristles are missing, or if the remaining bristle length is less than 10 mm.
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MAINTENANCE 5. Observe the shape of the brush patterns. If the brush patterns have parallel sides, the brushes do not need adjustment. 10355 If one, or both of the brush patterns are tapered, the brushes need adjustment to straighten the brush pattern. 10356 A.
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MAINTENANCE C. Raise or lower the end of the brush with the smaller brush adjustment screw as needed to straighten the brush pattern. D. Tighten the mounting screw to secure the brush. E. Close the side squeegee support door. Check the brush patterns again and readjust as necessary until both patterns are the same.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 1. Press the scrubbing switch. When the scrub head is approximately 25 mm from the floor, turn the machine power off. 2. Set the parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off machine, and remove key.
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MAINTENANCE 6. Position the brush with the double row end towards you. Guide the new brush onto the drive hub. 7. Insert the Idler plug (on the inside of the idler support cover), into the brush. NOTE: Cylindrical scrub brushes must be installed with the herringbone patterns on the brushes pointing towards each other for best debris pick 8.
MAINTENANCE SIDE SWEEPING BRUSH (OPTION) The side sweeping brush(es) sweep debris into the path of the cylindrical scrub brush. Check the side brush(es) daily for wear or damage. Remove any string or wire found tangled on the side brush(es) or side brush drive shafts. The side sweeping brush(es) pattern should be checked periodically.
MAINTENANCE SOLUTION SYSTEM SOLUTION VALVE The solution valve controls the flow of solution to the scrub brushes. The valve linkage should provide the valve with fully open to fully closed positions. The solution control cable can be adjusted at the solution lever or valve ends of the cable.
MAINTENANCE The vacuum fan filter should be cleaned daily. See DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS section of this manual. ES: The ES filter should be cleaned daily. The outside of the tank can be cleaned with vinyl cleaner. SOLUTION TANK The solution tank stores the cleaning solution.
MAINTENANCE FaST SYSTEM FaST SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTOR The FaST supply hose connector is located below the FaST PAK holder. Soak the connector in warm water if detergent buildup is visible. When a FaST PAK carton is not installed, store the supply hose connector on the storing plug to prevent the hose from clogging.
MAINTENANCE SQUEEGEES As the machine travels forward the squeegees wipe the dirty solution off the floor, which is then picked up and drawn into the recovery tank. The front blade channels the water, and the rear blade wipes the floor. The side squeegees control water spray and channel water into the path of the rear squeegee.
MAINTENANCE 5. If the deflection is not the same over the full length of the blade, adjust the deflection by turning the leveling adjustment screw. Turn the leveling adjustment screw clockwise to increase the deflection at the ends of the squeegee blade.
MAINTENANCE 5. To adjust the amount of deflection, loosen the caster jam nut. Turn the caster shaft using the flats. Turn the shaft clockwise to decrease the blade deflection. Turn the shaft counter-clockwise to increase blade deflection. Tighten the jam nut. NOTE: Be sure to turn each shaft the same number of turns.
MAINTENANCE SIDE SQUEEGEE ADJUSTING THE SIDE SQUEEGEE The side squeegee has one adjustment; height. To change the height adjustment, loosen the adjustment nuts. Raise or lower the squeegee with the adjustment screws. Tighten the adjustment nuts. The factory setting is toward the lower end of the adjustment screw.
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MAINTENANCE 3. Release the squeegee retainer strip clamp on the right hand side of the squeegee. 4. Remove the squeegee retainer strip. 5. Pull the squeegee blades off the squeegee frame. 6. Replace or rotate the squeegee blades to allow a new edge to face the front of the machine.
MAINTENANCE SIDE SQUEEGEES BLADES The side squeegees control water spray and channel water into the path of the rear squeegee. Check the side squeegees for damage and wear daily. REPLACING THE SIDE SQUEEGEE BLADES Replace the side squeegee blades whenever they become damaged or lose their shape or resiliency.
MAINTENANCE BELTS AND CHAINS BRUSH DRIVE BELTS The two brush drive belts are located on the cylindrical brush scrub head. The belts drive the cylindrical brushes. Proper belt tension is a 4 mm deflection from a force of 1.8 to 2.0 kg at the belt midpoint.
MAINTENANCE SKIRTS AND SEALS SCRUB HEAD FLOOR SKIRTS The skirts are located in front and rear of the disc brush scrub heads. Check the skirts for damage and wear every 50 hours of operation. The skirts should clear the floor by 0 to 6 mm when the scrub brushes are new, and the scrub head is down.
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MAINTENANCE SOLUTION TANK COVER SEAL The solution tank cover seal is located under the solution tank cover. Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation. RECOVERY TANK COVER SEAL The recovery tank cover seal is located under the recovery tank cover.
MAINTENANCE BRAKES AND TIRES BRAKES The foot brake and the parking brake operate the linkage that controls the brakes on the rear wheels. The foot pedal should not travel more than 25 mm to engage the brake. Check the brake adjustment after every 100 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE If the machine becomes disabled, it can be pushed from the front or rear, but only tow it from the front. Only push or tow the machine for a very short distance and do not exceed 3.2 kph .
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MAINTENANCE 4. Position the machine onto the truck or trailer as far as possible. If the machine starts to veer off the centerline of the truck or trailer, stop and turn the steering wheel to center the machine. 5. Set the parking brake and block the machine tires.
MAINTENANCE MACHINE JACKING Empty the solution and recovery tanks before jacking the machine. You can jack up the machine for service at the designated locations. Use a hoist or jack that will support the weight of the machine. Always stop the machine on a flat, level surface and block the tires before jacking up the machine.
MAINTENANCE STORAGE INFORMATION The following steps should be taken when storing the machine for extended periods of time. 1. Drain and clean the solution and recovery tanks. ES machines: Run clean water through the solution system and the ES solution pump. 2.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES Item Dimension/capacity Length 2134 mm Width, frame 1143 mm Width, frame with right hand side brush (option) 1282 mm Width, frame with dual side brush (option) 1422 mm Width with rear squeegee 1300 mm Width with MaxPro 1200 scrub head option 1510 mm Height 1450 mm...
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE Item Measure Maximum forward speed 7.2 km/h Maximum reverse speed 4.8 km/h Minimum turning radius, left 3620 mm Minimum turning radius, right 3680 mm Minimum isle turn width 2410 mm Maximum rated climb and descent angle with full tanks Maximum rated climb and descent angle with empty tanks POWER TYPE Type...
SPECIFICATIONS STEERING Type Power source Emergency steering Front wheel controlled, universal joint to gear and chain Manual Manual Front wheel, hydraulic cylinder and rotary valve controlled Hydraulic (Option) Manual HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS System Capacity Fluid Type Hydraulic reservoir 1.9L Hydraulic total 2.3L TENNANT Part no.
SPECIFICATIONS 2134 mm (84 in) TOP VIEW 1422 mm Max Pro1000 (56 in) 1300 mm (51 in) 1282 mm (50.5 in) 1145 mm Max Pro1200 (45 in) 1510 mm (59.5 in) 2070 mm (81.5 in) 1450 mm (57 in) FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW MACHINE DIMENSIONS 7300 330619 (9- -02)
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