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(Gas/LPG) (SN/ 004000- - Sweeper Operator Manual TennantTrue Parts North America / International 330120 To view, print or download the latest manual, visit: Rev. 18 (10-2013) www.tennantco.com/manuals *330120*...
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II Speed and Thermo Sentry are United States registered trademarks of the Tennant Company. Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice. Original instructions, Copyright E 1998- -2000, 2002- -2005, 2007- -2011, 2013 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.
- - unless operator manual is read and understood. - - under the influence of alcohol or drugs. - - while using a cell phone or other types of electronic devices. - - unless mentally and physically capable of following machine instructions. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (10- -2013)
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Keep area well ventilated. - - use cardboard to locate leaking hydraulic fluid under pressure. - - use tennant supplied or approved replacement parts. 7. When loading/unloading machine onto/off truck or trailer: - - Turn off machine and remove key.
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PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT. COMPARTMENT. FOR SAFETY LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE FRONT PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT. HOPPER SUPPORT BAR LABEL - - LOCATED ON THE HOPPER LIFT ARMS CROSS-TUBE AND ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
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ON THE RADIATOR SHROUD. CAUTION LPG engine will run for a few seconds after key is turned off. Apply parking brake before leaving machine. HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL - - LOCATED ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
- Check the machine for shipping damage. 07324 Check to make sure machine is complete per shipping instructions. - Check the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir. 08430 - Check the engine oil level. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
MACHINE COMPONENTS 07623 A. Operator Seat B. Steering Wheel C. Engine Cover D. Engine Side Door E. Main Brush Access Door F. Hopper Cover G. Side Brush H. Instrument Panel Hopper Door J. Air Filter Assembly 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
Operating Lights Hopper Down Hopper Up Engine Speed Horn Steering Wheel Tilt Charging System Main Brush Down and II Speedt Engine Oil Pressure Main Brush Off Engine Water Temperature Main Brush Down and Normal Speed 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
The side brush down pressure knob changes the side brush contact with the sweeping surface. Increase Pressure: Turn the side brush down pressure knob counter-clockwise. Decrease Pressure: Turn the side brush down pressure knob clockwise. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
The hopper temperature light comes on when there is too much heat in the hopper, possibly from a fire. The Thermo Sentry will stop the vacuum fan. The Thermo Sentry has to be reset manually, see THERMO SENTRY in MAINTENANCE. 07760 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
LPG powered machine: When the tank is full, none of the segments are lit. The last two 07764 segments will flash when the tank is low on fuel or empty. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
The operating lights switch powers on and off the headlights and taillights. 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. 07768 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
The vacuum fan switch starts and stops the vacuum fan. 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. 07769 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
Idle: Press the engine speed switch until the second indicator light comes on. This speed is for idling. 07771 Fast: Press the engine speed switch until the third indicator light comes on. This speed is for sweeping. 07772 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
The check engine light comes on if the engine control system detects a fault during machine operation. If the check engine light comes on while operating the machine, contact a TENNANT service representative. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
Main Brush Down and II Speed: Press the rear II Speed position of the switch. Main Brush Switch. NOTE: On earlier versions of the machine, the main brush switch was located by the ignition switch. 08464 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
08484 STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER The steering wheel tilt lever controls the angle of the steering wheel. Adjust: Pull out the tilt lever, move the wheel up or down, and release the tilt lever. 08439 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
CB--5 15 A Hazard light CB--6 2.5 A Brushes CB--7 15 A Left side brush option CB--8 15 A Cab accessories CB--9 15 A Accessories CB--10 30 A AC compressor/blower CB--11 30 A AC condenser/fans 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
Access the fuses by opening the engine cover. Engine Harness Fuses Fuse Rating Circuit Protected FU-1 Key switch FU-2 20 A Main power FU-3 15 A Auxilary power FU-4 15 A Fuel pump 50 A Alternator (In--line) 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
ENGINE CHOKE KNOB (FORD) The engine choke knob controls the engine choke on gasoline powered machines. On: For cold starting, pull the engine choke knob out. 08598 Off: Push the engine choke knob in. 08599 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (10- -02)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
DO NOT rely on the machine hydraulic system to keep the hopper raised. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. 08446 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
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. PUSH- -OFF 350831 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -98)
For defrosting, direct the air control vents onto the windows. 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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -98)
- Check the condition of the hopper dust filter and seals. Clean as required. - Check the brakes and steering for proper operation. - Check the fuel level - Empty the debris hopper. - Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
07812 8. Connect the LPG fuel line to the tank service coupling. Make sure the service coupling is clean and free of damage. Also make sure it matches the machine service coupling. 07813 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
2. 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. 08471 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
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NOTE: Do not operate the starter motor for more than 10 seconds at a time or after the engine has started. Allow the starter to cool between starting attempts or damage to the starter motor may occur. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (10- -02)
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Keep engine properly tuned. 6. Release the machine parking brake. 7. Select the Fast engine speed with the engine speed switch. 07772 8. Drive the machine to the area to be swept. 351081 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
If the hopper door light is on, close the hopper door. 07763 3. Place the main brush switch in the Normal or II Speed position. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
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OPERATION 4. Push the top of the side brush switch into the On/Down position. 5. Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum. 6. Sweep as needed. 07769 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
1. Push the bottom of the side brush switch into the Off/Up position. 2. Place the main brush switch in the middle Off position. 3. Press the filter shaker switch to shake the hopper dust filter. 07767 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -07)
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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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
4. Set the machine parking brake. NOTE: To protect the engine’s emission components on the LPG powered machines serial number 006000 and above, the engine will continue to operate for up to five seconds after the ignition is turned off. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
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LPG powered machines serial number 006000 and above, the engine will continue to operate for a few seconds after the ignition switch is turned off. 6. LPG powered machines: Close the LPG tank’s liquid service valve. 07810 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
- Check the condition of the hopper dust filter and seals. Clean as required. - Check the brakes and steering for proper operation. - Check the fuel level - Empty the debris hopper. - Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
OPERATION ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1. Set the machine parking brake. 2. Start the engine. 3. Raise the hopper all the way up. 08480 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
1. Start the engine. 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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
2. Turn off the vacuum fan by pressing the vacuum fan switch. The indicator light above the switch will go off. 07769 3. Turn off and lift the main brush by placing the switch in the middle Off position. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -05)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -99)
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07769 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. 07769 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (5- -04)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (12- -03)
(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.
TennantTrue premium hydraulic fluid. TennantTrue Fluid Previous Fluid NOTE: Change the hydraulic fluid, filter, and suction strainer after every 800 hours for ALL machines that have NOT consistently used TennantTrue premium hydraulic fluid or equivalent. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (7- -10)
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 three...
HYDRAULIC HOSES Check the hydraulic hoses every 800 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.
The air filters cannot be cleaned. All machines have a heavy duty safety element inside the standard element. Replace this element, do not clean it, after the regular element has been damaged or changed three times. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (7- -10)
Replace the filter element on the GM engine serial number 004937--005999 after every 200 hours of operation. Replace the filter element on the GM engine serial number 006000 and above after every 800 hours of operation. FUEL FILTER (LPG) The fuel filter traps fuel contaminants. The fuel...
800 hours of operation. INTAKE MANIFOLD (FORD) Tighten the intake manifold bolts or nuts, every 800 hours of operation, in a two step sequence. Replace the filter element on the GM engine serial number 006000 and above after every 800 hours of operation.Torque the M8 bolts or nuts to...
The battery is located in the left -- front of the engine compartment. After the first 50 hours of operation, and every 800 hours after that, clean and tighten the battery connections. BELTS AND CHAINS ENGINE BELT The engine fan belt is driven by the engine crankshaft pulley and drives the alternator pulley.
The air conditioning filter should be inspected and cleaned per the cleaning instructions on the side of the filter every 100 hours of operation. NOTE: In extremely dusty sweeping environments, clean or replace the filter as often as necessary. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (3- -98)
1. Stop the engine and set the machine parking brake. 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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (5- -09)
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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (5- -09)
Check the skirts for wear or damage and adjustment daily. 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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
HOPPER DOOR SEALS 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 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
Check the seal for wear or damage every 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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
Check the master brake cylinder fluid level every 400 hours of operation. 08501 PARKING BRAKE Adjust the parking brake whenever it becomes very easy to set, when the machine rolls after setting it, and after every 200 hours of operation. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (9- -97)
FRONT WHEEL Torque the front wheel nuts twice in the pattern shown to 169 to 183 Nm (125 to 135 ft lb) after the first 50-hours of operation, and every 800 hours there after. REAR WHEEL Torque the rear wheel nuts twice in the pattern...
08576 Turn the bypass valve 90_ from the normal position before pushing or towing the machine. The illustration shows the bypass valve in the pushing or towing position. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (4- -01)
3. To winch the machine onto the truck or trailer, attach the winching chains to the rear tie down locations. The rear tie-down locations are through the U--bolt section of the main frame under the side bumpers toward the rear. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (4- -01)
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FOR SAFETY: When unloading machine off truck or trailer, use winch. Do not drive the machine off the truck or trailer unless the loading surface is horizontal AND 380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (4- -01)
STORING MACHINE 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. 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (4- -01)
(machines serial number 004937--005999) 950 + 50 rpm (machines serial number 006000 and above) Spark plug gap Firing order 1 mm (0.042 in) 1--3--4--2 Engine lubricating oil with filter (10W30 SAE--SG/SH) 4.7 L (5 qt) 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (8- -08)
SPECIFICATIONS 1778 mm (70 in) 3048 mm (120 in) TOP VIEW 1875 mm (73.8 in) 1911 mm (75.2 in) SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 08774 MACHINE DIMENSIONS 800 Gas/LPG 330120 (6- -02)
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