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This manual is furnished with each new TENNANT Model 800. 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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ENGINE FAN AND BELT LABEL – LOCATED 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. 800 MM307 (1–93)
- 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. 07751 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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 800 MM307 (1–93)
Hopper Roll Out 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 MM307 (1–93)
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Main Brush Down Pressure Light Circuit Breaker 5 Main Brush Down Pressure Heavy Circuit Breaker 6 Circuit Breaker 1 Circuit Breaker 7 Circuit Breaker 2 Circuit Breaker 8 Circuit Breaker 3 Circuit Breaker 9 Circuit Breaker 4 Parking Brake 800 MM307 (1–93)
M. Hopper Temperature Light – BB.Circuit Breakers Thermo Sentryt CC.Engine Choke Knob N. Main Brush Shut Down Light DD.Side Brush Switch, Right O. Clogged Filter Light EE. Side Brush Switch, Left (Option) FF. Blower Wand Lever (Option) 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (1–93)
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 800 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (6–94)
The optional left side brush switch controls the optional left side brush position and rotation. 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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
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. 800 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (6–94)
LPG powered machine: When the tank is full, none of the segments are lit. The last two segments will flash when the tank is low on fuel or empty. 07764 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (1–93)
IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch starts and stops the engine with a key. 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 800 MM307 (6–94)
Main Brush Down and Normal Speed: Press the 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 800 MM307 (3–95)
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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
15 A Filter shaker CB-3 15 A Controls CB-4 15 A Instrument panel 08440 CB-5 15 A Hazard light CB-6 2.5 A Brushes CB-7 15 A Left side brush option CB-8 15 A Accessories CB-9 15 A Accessories 800 MM307 (6–94)
OPERATION ENGINE CHOKE KNOB 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 MM307 (6–94)
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 MM307 (6–94)
DO NOT rely on the machine hydraulic system to keep the hopper raised. WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage hopper support bar. 08446 800 MM307 (6–94)
The heater knob controls the cab heater on the cab option. 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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (3–95)
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 800 MM307 (3–95)
3. Operate the engine until it stops from lack of fuel, then set the machine parking brake. FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area. Keep area well ventilated. 07810 800 MM307 (3–95)
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Also make sure it matches the machine service coupling. 07813 9. Open the tank service valve slowly and check for leaks. Close the service valve immediately if an LPG leak is found, and tell the appropriate personnel. 07814 800 MM307 (3–95)
08598 LPG powered machines: When the engine is cold and exposed to cold temperatures; open the engine cover, press the primer button on the LPG vaporizer, and close the engine cover. 07815 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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. Select the Fast engine speed with the engine speed switch. 07772 800 MM307 (3–95)
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OPERATION 8. Drive the machine to the area being swept. 08580 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
If the hopper door light is on, close the hopper door. 07763 3. Place the main brush switch in the Normal or II Speedt position. 08462 800 MM307 (11–95)
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On/Down slot. 08458 For machines serial number 001177 and above, 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 MM307 (11–95)
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. 07767 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
STOP THE MACHINE 1. Stop sweeping. 2. Take your foot off the directional pedal. Step on the brake pedal. 08471 3. Select the Idle position with the engine speed switch. 07771 4. Set the machine parking brake. 08434 800 MM307 (11–95)
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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 6. LPG powered machines: Close the LPG tank’s liquid service valve. 07810 800 MM307 (3–95)
LPG tank service valve is closed. - 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. 07810 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 800 MM307 (3–95)
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08589 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 800 MM307 (3–95)
1. Start the engine. 08460 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 MM307 (3–95)
OPERATION ON INCLINES 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 MM307 (3–95)
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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
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. 08464 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
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15.Disassemble the vacuum hose assembly and place back onto the hopper in the mounting clips. 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 MM307 (3–95)
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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (3–95)
Side brush drive failure 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 MM307 (3–95)
– Side brush Check for damage, wear, and – adjustment Check brush pattern – Hopper dust filter Shake – 50 Hours Main brush Rotate end-for-end – Hopper dust filter Check or clean – Main brush adjustment Lubricate 800 MM307 (3–95)
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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 800 MM307 (11–95)
(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.
Damage to the machine hydraulic system may result. Drain and refill the hydraulic fluid reservoir with new hydraulic fluid every 800 hours of operation. The hydraulic fluid filter is located in the engine compartment. Replace the filter element every 800 hours of operation.
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.
Torque the shaft nut to 237 Nm (175 ft lb) plus enough torque to align the slotted nut and the shaft hole after the first 50-hours of operation, and every 800 hours there after. ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Check the radiator coolant every 100 hours of operation.
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. 800 MM307 (3–95)
INTAKE MANIFOLD Tighten the intake manifold bolts or nuts every 800 hours of operation. They are tighten in a two step sequence. Torque the M8 bolts or nuts to 7 to 9.5 Nm (5 to 7 ft lb) in the first step, and 19 to 28.5 Nm (14 to 21 ft lb) in the second step...
001212 and above. The battery is located in the engine compartment for the LPG machine. 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.
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 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
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. Raise the main brush. 3. Open the right side main brush access door. 800 MM307 (3–95)
TO CHECK AND ADJUST MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 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 MM307 (3–95)
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(2.5 to 3.5 in). 00582 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 MM307 (3–95)
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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 MM307 (3–95)
NOTE: Remove the drive hub and put it on the new brush if one is not installed. 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 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (3–95)
08496 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 MM307 (3–95)
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 MM307 (3–95)
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 800 MM307 (3–95)
Torque the rear wheel nuts in a star pattern to 102 to 115 Nm (75 to 85 ft lb) after the first 50-hours of operation, and every 800 hours there after. PUSHING OR TOWING MACHINE The propelling pump has a towing valve to prevent damage to the hydraulic system when the machine is being towed.
Block machine up with jack stands. 08586 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 MM307 (3–95)
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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