Tennant S10 User Manual

S10(Electric)
Sweeper
Operator Manual
331580
Rev. 03 (1-2010)
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This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and 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:
S The machine is operated with reasonable care.
S The machine is maintained regularly - per the machine maintenance instructions provided.
S The machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied or equivalent parts.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Please dispose of packaging materials,
old machine components such as
batteries, hazardous fluids such as
antifreeze and oil, in an
environmentally safe way according to
local waste disposal regulations.
Always remember to recycle.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill out at time of installation for future reference.
Model No. --
Serial No. --
Machine Options --
Sales Rep. --
Sales Rep. phone no. --
Customer Number --
Installation Date --
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Phone: (800) 553--8033 or (763) 513--2850
www.tennantco.com
Thermo--Sentry is a US registered and unregistered trademark of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions, Copyright E 2007, 2009, 2010 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Page Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 BRUSHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 MAIN BRUSH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
MACHINE COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 REMOVING THE MAIN BRUSH . . . 26
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 INSTALLING THE MAIN BRUSH . . 26
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . 6 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE
OPERATION OF CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . 7 MAIN BRUSH PATTERN . . . . . . 27
PROPEL CONTROL HANDLES . . . . . . 7 SIDE BRUSH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
FILTER SHAKER OVERRIDE SWITCH 7 REMOVING THE SIDE BRUSH . . . 28
BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR . . . . . 8 INSTALLING THE SIDE BRUSH . . . 28
BATTERY CHARGER PANEL . . . . . . . . 8 ADJUSTING THE SIDE BRUSH . . . 28
HOUR METER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DEBRIS HOPPER & DUST FILTER . . . . . 29
MAIN BRUSH LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DEBRIS HOPPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
SIDE BRUSH ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
PARKING BRAKE LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . 10 THE HOPPER FLOOR
CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND FUSES . . . 11 CLEARANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
BRUSH INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ADJUSTING THE DUST FILTER
MACHINE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 TO HOPPER SEALING . . . . . . . . 29
PRE--OPERATION CHECKLIST . . . . . . 12 THERMO-SENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SWEEPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 DUST FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
EMPTYING THE HOPPER . . . . . . . . . . 13 REMOVING THE DUST FILTER . . . 30
REMOVING THE HOPPER . . . . . . . . . . 14 INSTALLING THE DUST FILTER . . 30
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . 15 SKIRTS & SEALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 HOPPER LIP SKIRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 REAR BRUSH SKIRTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 HOPPER TOP SEAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
DRIVE CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 MAIN BRUSH SKIRTS AND SEALS . . 31
DIFFERENTIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 PROPEL HANDLE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . 32
BRUSH ARM PIVOTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ADJUST PROPEL HANDLE
REAR CASTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
SIDE BRUSH GEAR BOX . . . . . . . . . . . 19 TRANSPORTING AND STORING
SELF ADJUSTING SHEAVE . . . . . . . . . 19 THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE . . . . 33
LEAD ACID BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 STORING MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CHARGING BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
ELECTRIC MOTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 GENERAL MACHINE
BELTS & CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . 34
PROPELLING BELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE . . 34
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE POWER TRAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
PROPELLING BELT TENSION . 23 TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
SIDE BRUSH BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 MACHINE DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
SIDE BRUSH BELT TENSION . 24
MAIN BRUSH BELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
VACUUM FAN BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE
VACUUM FAN BELT TENSION . 25
WHEEL DRIVE CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
STATIC DRAG CHAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this FOR SAFETY:
manual as indicated in their description:
1. Do Not Operate Machine:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or -- Unless Trained And Authorized.
unsafe practices that could result in -- Unless Operation Manual Is Read And
severe personal injury or death. Understood.
-- In Flammable Or Explosive Areas
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that Unless Designed For Use In Those
must be followed for safe operation of Areas.
equipment. -- Do Not Pick Up Flammable Or Toxic
Material, Burning Or Smoking Debris,
The following information signals potentially Or Hazardous Dust
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment. Read this manual carefully. Know 2. Before Starting Machine:
when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety -- Make Sure All Safety Devices Are In
devices on the machine. Then, take necessary Place And Operate Properly.
steps to train machine operating personnel.
Report machine damage or faulty operation 3. When Using Machine:
immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in -- Go Slow On Grades And Slippery
proper operating condition. Surfaces.
-- Use Care When Backing Machine.
-- Do Not Operate On Inclines That
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Exceed 8.75% (5º) With A Full Hopper,
Explosion or fire can result. Keep Never Operate On Inclines That
sparks and open flame away. Keep Exceed 12.2% (7º)
covers open when charging.
4. Before Leaving Or Servicing Machine:
WARNING: Disconnect battery cables -- Stop On Level Surface.
and charger plug before servicing -- Set Parking Brake.
-- Turn Off Machine And Remove Key.
machine. Do not charge batteries with
damaged power supply cord. Do not
5. When Servicing Machine:
modify plug.
-- Avoid Moving Parts. Do Not Wear
Loose Jackets, Shirts, Or Sleeves
If the charger supply cord is damaged or When Working On Machine.
broken, it must be replaced by the -- Use Hoist Or Jack Of Adequate
manufacturer or its service agent or a Capacity To Lift Machine.
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a -- Wear Eye And Ear Protection When
hazard. Using Pressurized Air Or Water.
-- Disconnect Battery Connections
WARNING: Heavy hopper. Do not Before Working On Machine.
remove without help. Can cause back -- Avoid Contact With Battery Acid.
strain. -- Use TENNANT Supplied Or Equivalent
Replacement Parts.
This machine is not equipped with explosion
proof motors. The electric motors will spark 6. When loading/unloading machine
onto/off truck or trailer.
upon start up and during operation which
-- Turn off machine.
could cause a flash fire or explosion if
-- Use truck or trailer that will support
machine is used in an area where flammable the weight of the machine.
vapors/liquids or combustible dusts are -- Use winch. Do not push the machine
present. onto/off the truck or trailer unless the
load height is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.
-- Block machine tires.
-- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following safety decals are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these, or any
decal becomes damaged or illegible, install a new
decal in its place.
CHARGER CORD LABEL --

FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED
LOCATED NEAR CHARGER.
ON THE CONTROL PANEL.
BACK STRAIN LABEL -- LOCATED

ON THE TOP OF THE HOPPER.
BATTERY CHARGING LABEL --

LOCATED ON THE LEFT SIDE
PANEL.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
MACHINE COMPONENTS
G E
F
A. Filter Cover
B. Left Access Cover
C. Parking Brake Lever
D. Hopper
E. Side Brush
F. Side Brush Arm
G. Right Access Cover
H. Instrument Panel
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OPERATION
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
The symbols are used to identify controls and

displays on the machine:
Filter Shaker
Main Brush Free-Float
Main Brush Down
Main Brush Up
Main Brush Adjust
Circuit Breaker
Circuit Breaker
Hour Meter
Battery Charge Indicator
Electric Key Switch
Key Switch Off
Key Switch On
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OPERATION
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
B C D E
G
I H
F
A. Stationary Handle
B. Filter Shaker Override Switch
C. Battery Charge Indicator
D. Main Brush Lever
E. Hour Meter
F. On-Off Key Switch
G. Forward Propel Handle
H. Reverse Propel Handle
I. Circuit Breakers
J. Charger Panel
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OPERATION
FILTER SHAKER OVERRIDE SWITCH
OPERATION OF CONTROLS The filter shaker override switch enables the
automatic filter shaker. When the switch is in the
PROPEL CONTROL HANDLES “on” position, the filter shaker motor will shake the
dust from the filter for 20 seconds when the
The propel control handles control the direction of machine is turned off. The switch should be in the
the machine. “on” position during normal operation.
To move the machine forward, wrap the fingers
around the stationary handle, then press the
palms of the hand against the propel handle. To
stop the machine, release the handle.
When the switch is in the “off” position, the filter

shaker motor will not operate when the machine is
turned off. The switch should be in the “off”
position when servicing the machine.
To move the machine backward, squeeze the
reverse propel handle. To stop the machine,
release the handle.
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OPERATION
BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR When the red light lights up, the machine will
The battery discharge indicator shows the charge completely shut down.
level of the batteries.
When the batteries are fully charged, all seven

lights are lit.
NOTE: Do not charge batteries more often than

necessary. Excessive charging could reduce the
life of the batteries. It is best to charge the
batteries only when the left light indicates that the
As the batteries discharge, the lights go out until battery needs charging. See BATTERIES in the
only the left light is blinking. Sweeping functions MAINTENANCE section.
will continue. Recharge the batteries when only
the left light is blinking.
NOTE: The blinking left battery discharge light will
not reset from blinking until the batteries are fully
charged.
BATTERY CHARGER PANEL

The battery charger panel shows the status of
charging after the charger has been plugged into
a wall outlet.
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OPERATION
HOUR METER Main brush down position: (Smooth even floors)
The hour meter records the number of hours the Push the lever forward and then pull it back and
lock the top notch in the lever in the Main Brush
machine has operated. This information is useful
in determining when to service the machine. Down position.
Main brush free--float position: (Uneven floors)

MAIN BRUSH LEVER Push the lever forward and then to the left and
The main brush lever controls the position of the release it in the Main Brush Free-Float position.
main brush.
Main brush up position: Pull the lever up and lock

the bottom notch of the lever into the Main Brush
Up position.
When parking the machine, always raise the

brush to prevent the bristles from taking a set.
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OPERATION
SIDE BRUSH ARM PARKING BRAKE LEVER
The side brush arm controls the position of the To set the parking brake, step on the lever and
side brush. release it into the long notch on the left.
To raise the side brush, pull the lift arm up and

push it back into the raised position. To lower the
side brush, pull the arm forward and release it into
the down position.
To release the parking brake, step on the lever

and release it into the short notch on the right.
When parking the machine, always raise the

brush to prevent the brush bristles from taking a
set.
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OPERATION
CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND FUSES
Circuit breakers are resettable electrical circuit BRUSH INFORMATION
protection devices that stop the flow of current in
the event of a circuit overload. Once a circuit
breaker has tripped, allow breaker to cool and For best results, use the correct brush type for the
then press the reset button to manually reset the cleaning application. Listed below are the brushes
breaker. and the applications for which each is best suited.
NOTE: The amount and type of soilage play an

important role in determining the type of brushes
to use. Contact a Tennant representative for
specific recommendations.
Nylon 6-Double Row Main Brush --

Recommended for general sweeping, and has
good hopper loading. Nylon has the longest life of
the bristle types. Use this brush for sweeping
rough or irregular surfaces.
Polypropylene 6-Double Row Main Brush --

Superior pick-up of sand, gravel, and paper litter.
Polypropylene retains its stiffness when wet and
can be used indoors or outdoors with equal
performance. Not recommended for
The fuse is a one-time protection device designed
high-temperature debris.
to stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit
overload. The 15 A fuse is located behind the
Fiber and Wire 6-Row Main Brush -- Offers
hopper on the main frame.
good sweeping action and pickup in heavy dust
concentrations. This brush is recommended
NOTE: Always replace the fuse with a fuse of the
where soilage is slightly encrusted. The brush is
same type and amperage.
not recommended for heavy buildup or hard
packed soilage.
The following chart shows the various circuit
breakers and fuses and the electrical components Natural Fiber 18- Row Main Brush -- The
they protect. natural choice for cleaning fine debris on carpet
and sweeping very heavy dust and other fine
PROTECTIVE particles on hard surfaces.
DEVICE RATING CIRCUIT PROTECTED
CB--1 15 A Shaker Motor
CB--2 60 A Main Drive (Propel) Motor
FU--1 15 A Control Power
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OPERATION
SWEEPING
MACHINE OPERATION
Plan the sweeping in advance. Try to arrange
long runs with minimum stopping and starting.
PRE--OPERATION CHECKLIST Overlap brush paths. Sweep as straight a path as
possible. Avoid bumping into posts or scraping the
- Check the battery charge level. sides of the sweeper. Sweep debris from very
narrow aisles into main aisles ahead of time. Do
- Check the hopper lip skirt for damage and an entire floor or section at one time.
wear.
Pick up oversize debris before sweeping. Pick up
- Check the hopper seal for damage and wear. pieces of wire, twine, or string, which could
become entangled in brush or brush plugs.
- Check the dust filter for damage.
1. Turn the on--off switch key to the on
- Check the condition of the main brush. position.
Remove any string, banding, plastic wrap, or
other debris wrapped around the brush.
- Check the main brush and rear brush skirts

for damage, wear, and clearance.
- Side Brush Option: Check the condition of the

side brush. Remove any string, banding,
plastic wrap, or other debris wrapped around
the brush.
- Check the service records to determine

maintenance requirements.
OPERATION ON GRADES
Drive the machine slowly on grades. The
maximum rated climb angle is 7_ or 12.2%. 2. Release the machine parking brake, if
equipped.
FOR SAFETY: When Using Machine; Go Slow
On Grades And Slippery Surfaces. 3. Move the main brush lever into the (Main
Brush Down) or (Main Brush Free-Float)
position.
4. Move the side brush arm into the down

position.
5. Sweep as required.
6. Raise the main brush and side brush.
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OPERATION
7. Turn the on-off switch key to the left. 5. Swing the dump lever (B) under the hook
Remove the key from the on-off switch. (C); Lift the dump lever to dump the hopper
(A).
C
A
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machine; stop on level surface, set parking A. Hopper
brake, and turn off machine. B. Dump Lever
C. Lever Hook
EMPTYING THE HOPPER
6. Engage the lever hook (not shown) to keep
1. Pull the main brush lever into the (Main the hopper in the “dump” position.
Brush Up) position.
7. Slowly back the machine away from the
2. Pull the side brush arm into the raised dump site or remove the hopper from the
position. machine to empty the contents from the
hopper.
3. Slowly drive the machine up to the dump
site. Turn off the machine. The filter will NOTE:See REMOVING THE HOPPER in the
operate for approximately 20 seconds. following section if it is necessary to remove the
hopper from the machine to empty the hopper.
NOTE: The filter shaker override switch must be
in the “on” position to automatically shake the dust 8. Release the lever hook (not shown), lower
filter when the machine is turned off. the hopper, and return the dump lever to its
storage location.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine; stop on level surface, set parking 9. Lower the filter cover.
brake, and turn off machine.
4. Lift the filter cover.
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OPERATION
REMOVING THE HOPPER 6. Reinstall the hopper into the machine. Make
1. Pull the main brush lever into the (Main sure the hooks on hopper are completely
Brush Up) position. installed onto the machine.
2. Pull the side brush arm into the raised

position.
3. Turn off the machine. The filter will operate

for approximately 20 seconds.
NOTE: The filter shaker override switch must be

in the “on” position to automatically shake the dust
filter when the machine is turned off.

machine; stop on level surface, set parking
4. Lift the filter cover. 7. Close the filter cover.

5. Seek assistance to remove the hopper from
the machine. Lift the hopper out of the
machine.
WARNING: Heavy hopper. Do not

remove without help. Can cause back
strain.
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OPERATION
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Remedy

Excessive dusting Dust skirts and seals worn, Replace or adjust skirts or
damaged, not adjusted properly seals
Dust filter clogged Shake and/or clean or replace
filter
Vacuum hose damaged Replace vacuum hose
Vacuum fan belt slipping or broken Adjust or replace belt
Poor sweeping performance Brush bristles worn Replace brushes
Brushes not adjusted properly Adjust brushes
Brushes not installed properly Reinstall brushes
Debris caught in brush Free mechanism of debris
drive mechanism
Hopper not adjusted properly Adjust hopper floor clearance
Hopper full Empty hopper
Hopper floor skirts worn, damaged Replace skirts
Brush belt slipping, or broken Replace belt
Battery charger not operating Charger not plugged into electrical Plug charger into electrical recep-
receptacle tacle
Charger cord not completely Replug charger cord into charger
plugged into bottom of charger
Charger cord is damaged Replace charger cord
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
6 17
5
16
3
1
4
2
9
7
5, 10, 11, 15, 17
13
2 8
4
MAINTENANCE CHART
No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
Daily 2 Brush skirts Check for damage, wear, and -- 5
floor clearance
3 Main brush Check for damage, wear, debris -- 1
8 Side brush Check for damage, wear, debris -- 1
7 Hopper Check seals for damage and -- 3
wear
25 Hours 1 Battery cells Check electrolyte level DW 2
3 Main brush Check floor pattern -- 1
(after initial 25 hours only)
5 Drive chains Check and adjust tension -- 2
(after initial 25 hours only)
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MAINTENANCE
No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
50 Hours 14 Vacuum fan belt Check tension and wear -- 1
10 Propelling belts Check tension and wear -- 2
10 Main brush belts Check tension and wear -- 2
9 Side brush belts Check tension and wear -- 2
8 Side brush Check pressure -- 1
3 Main brush Check floor pattern -- 1
Rotate end--for--end
4 Brush arm pivots Lubricate SPL 2
13 Rear caster Lubricate SPL 1
7 Hopper Check floor clearance -- 1
17 Battery charger cable Check for wear and damage -- 1
100 Hours 5 Drive chains Check and adjust tension -- 2
Lubricate SO 2
6 Dust filter Clean or replace -- 1
11 Self adjusting sheave Lubricate SPL 1
1 Batteries Clean top surface and terminals -- 2
17 Differential Lubricate SPL 1
400 Hours 15 Propelling motor Blow out dust and inspect -- 1
16 Side brush gear box Check lubricant level GL 1
LUBRICANT/FLUID
DW -- Distilled water
SPL -- Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease, TENNANT Part No. 01433--1
SO -- Spray lubricant
GL -- SAE 90 Weight gear lubricant
NOTE: More frequent intervals may be required in extremely dusty conditions.
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MAINTENANCE
BRUSH ARM PIVOTS
LUBRICATION
Lubricate the brush arm pivots after every 50
hours of operation.
DRIVE CHAINS
Check the tension and lubricate the drive chains
(A) with a penetrating-type spray lubricant after
every 100 hours of operation.
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A. Drive Chain
B. Differential REAR CASTER
Lubricate the rear caster after every 50 hours of
DIFFERENTIAL operation.
Lubricate the differential (B) every 100 hours of
operation. The differential grease fitting is located
on the drive shaft inside the drive sheave.
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MAINTENANCE
SIDE BRUSH GEAR BOX
Check the side brush gear box fluid level after
every 400 hours of operation. Remove the
breather by unscrewing it with a wrench. Fill the
gear box to within 0.25 in (6 mm) of the top.
SELF ADJUSTING SHEAVE

Lubricate the sheave shaft after every 100 hours
of operation. Avoid getting oil on the belt or
sheave surfaces.
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MAINTENANCE
LEAD ACID BATTERIES
BATTERIES
Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell
before and after charging, and after every 25
hours of operation. Never add acid to the
The batteries are designed to hold their power for batteries. Add distilled water only. Always keep
long periods of time. The lifetime of the batteries the battery caps on, except when adding water or
is limited to number of charges the batteries taking hydrometer readings.
receive. To get the most life from the batteries,
recharge them immediately when the battery
discharge indicator begins to blink.
Using a hydrometer, measure the specific gravity

to determine the charge level and condition of the
batteries. If one or more of the battery cells test
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear lower than the other battery cells (0.050 or more),
protective gloves when handling batteries or the cell is damaged, shorted, or is near failure.
battery cables. Avoid contact with battery Completely recharge the batteries and then retest.
acid.
After every 100 hours of use check for loose

battery connections and clean the surface of the
batteries, including terminals and cable clamps,
using a strong solution of baking soda and water.
Brush the solution sparingly over the battery tops.
Do not allow any baking soda solution to enter the
batteries. Use a wire brush to clean the terminal
posts and the cable connectors. Wipe off all
cleaning solution residue. After cleaning, apply a
coating of clear battery post protectant to the
terminals and the cable connectors. Keep the tops
of the batteries clean and dry.
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Objects made of metal can potentially short circuit
the batteries. Keep all metallic objects off the
batteries. Replace any worn or damaged wires.
Replace any defective batteries. To dispose of
batteries, contact a battery dealer or your Tennant
Service representative.
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MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Do not take readings immediately after FOR SAFETY: When servicing batteries, wear
adding distilled water. If the water and acid are not protective gloves and eye protection when
thoroughly mixed, the readings may not be handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
accurate. Check the hydrometer readings against contact with battery acid.
the following chart to determine the remaining
battery charge level: Make sure the charger profile is properly set for
the battery type before charging. Failure to
properly set profile will result in battery damage.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY BATTERY To determine the battery type, see battery label.
at 27_ C (80_F) CHARGE Contact the battery supplier if not specified.
1.265 100% Charged
To verify the charger profile setting, connect the
1.225 75% Charged charger cord into an electrical receptacle. If the
1.190 50% Charged LED labeled “GEL” is on, the charger is set for
Gel (sealed) batteries. If the LED is off, the
1.155 25% Charged charger is set for Wet/lead acid (flooded)
1.120 Discharged batteries.
NOTE: If the readings are taken when the battery

electrolyte is any temperature other than 27_ C
(80_ F), the reading must be temperature
corrected. Add or subtract to the specific gravity
reading 0.004, 4 points, for each 6_ C (10_ F)
above or below 27_C (80_ F).
CHARGING BATTERIES
The following charging instructions are intended
for battery chargers supplied with the machine.
After every 50 hours check the battery charger

cord for damage.
To change the charger profile, unplug the charger,
remove the “Charger Profile Selection” panel, and
position the switch towards the proper setting,
“GEL” or “Flooded” .
1. Transport the machine to a well--ventilated

area for charging.

2. If charging wet (lead acid) batteries check

the fluid level before charging (See
BATTERY MAINTENANCE).
To prolong the life of the batteries only recharge
3. Remove the battery compartment covers for
the batteries if the machine was used for a total of
ventilation when charging.
30 minutes or more. Do not leave batteries
discharged for lengthy periods.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.

Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Keep sparks and
open flame away. Keep battery compartment
open when charging.
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4. Connect the charger cord into a properly NOTE: The machine will not operate once the
grounded electrical receptacle. The charger battery charger is connected.
will start automatically within a few seconds.
The LEDs will display the charging state as 5. Once the batteries are fully charged, the
described in the following table. charger will stop suppling power, but will
continue to monitor the battery voltage. The
charger will restart if the batteries
self--discharge.
NOTE: The charger may take up to 30 seconds to

turn off once the charger cord is disconnected.
During this time, the machine will not power up.
The charger cord must also be disconnected for
30 seconds before the charger can be restarted.
6. Unplug the charger cord.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the charger cord, do

not pull on the cord to unplug the charger from the
electrical receptacle. Use the plug to unplug the
cord from the electrical receptacle.
CHARGING STATE LED DISPLAY
7. Reinstall the battery compartment covers.
Charging 50% LED 75% LED 100% LED
State
0--50% Blinking Off Off
charged
50--75% On Blinking Off
charged
75--100% On On Blinking
charged
100% On On On
charged
Abnormal Off Off Blinking
Cycle*
Fault de- Blinking Blinking Blinking
tected *
* See the On--board Battery Charger Fault Codes table.
When a fault occurs, the charger will also sound an
alarm.
LED FAULT CODE FAULT SOLUTION

3 LEDs blink once Loose charger cable connection. Check charger cable connection.
repeatedly
Loose or damaged battery cable. Check battery cable connections.
Defective Battery. Replace battery.
3 LEDs blink twice Input voltage is out of range. Try using a different wall outlet.
repeatedly
3 LEDs blink three Safety thermostat exceeded maxi- Open battery compartment to promote air
times repeatedly mum internal temperature. circulation or move machine to a cooler cli-
mate.
3 LEDs blink four Output current exceeds a limit. Disconnect charger cord, wait 30 seconds,
times repeatedly then plug back in. If fault continues replace
charger or contact TENNANT Service.
100% LED blinks Abnormal cycle. Safety timer ex- Battery maintenance required or replace
while the 50% and ceeded the 18 hour charging time. battery.
75% LEDs are off.
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ELECTRIC MOTORS BELTS AND CHAINS
The electric propelling motor is serviceable. The

PROPELLING BELTS
propelling motor is located underneath the battery
compartment. Check the propelling belts for wear and tension
after every 50 hours of operation.
Blow out the dust and inspect the motor brushes
in the motor after every 400 hours of operation. CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE
PROPELLING BELT TENSION
If the brushes have been worn to less than 10 mm
(0.38 in) in length, replace them.
If the commutator is worn or rough, the motor
armature should be removed and serviced, or
1. Remove the access cover, bumper, and
replaced.
cover.
2. Observe the position of the clutch plate bolt

(C) with no pressure on the clutch handle. It
should be approximately in the center of the
slot (D).
3. Press the clutch handle to tighten the

forward propelling belt (G). The clutch
handle should be 7 to 13 mm (0.25 to
0.50 in) from the stationary handle. Observe
the position of the clutch plate bolt (C). It
should not touch the end of the slot (D). If
the handle and bolt are in the proper
position, proceed to step 7; if not, continue
with step 4 to readjust forward belt tension.
I C A G F
H
B
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A. Motor
B. Clutch Plate
C. Clutch Plate Bolt
D. Bolt Slot
E. Forward Belt Idler Sheave
F. Reverse Propelling Belt
G. Forward Propelling Belt
H. Reverse Belt Idler Sheave
I. Belt Guide
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4. Loosen the forward idler sheave bolt (E) and SIDE BRUSH BELT
slide the idler sheave down to tighten the
Check the belt for wear and tension after every 50
belt (G) (this also increases distance
hours of operation.
between clutch handle and stationary
handle); slide the sheave up to loosen the
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE SIDE
belt (this also reduces distance between
BRUSH BELT TENSION
clutch handle and stationary handle).
5. Tighten the idler sheave bolt. machine; stop on level surface, set parking
6. Recheck handle and bolt positions. Repeat
as necessary to adjust belt tension. 1. Lift the filter cover.
NOTE: After adjusting the forward belt, it may 2. Remove the debris hopper.
contact the belt guide when engaged causing a
whining noise. To stop the noise, bend the guide 3. Remove the access cover, and right side
up out of the belt’s way. bumper and cover.
7. Pull the clutch handle to tighten the reverse 4. Place the side brush arm in the down
propelling belt. Observe the position of the position.
clutch plate bolt (C). It should not touch the
end of the slot (D). If the bolt is in the proper 5. Check the belt (A) tension at a point
position, proceed to step 11; if not, continue 230 mm (9 in) from the motor shaft. The belt
with step 8 to readjust reverse belt tension. should deflect 20 mm (0.75 in) from a force
of 3 kg (6 lb).
NOTE: If the reverse belt is too tight, it will require
excessive clutch handle pressure to propel
machine in the forward direction. It may also
cause the machine to creep backward when the
handle is released. If the reverse belt is too loose,
the machine will not propel backward. B
8. Loosen the reverse idler sheave bolt (H) and
slide the idler sheave to the rear to tighten A
the belt (F); slide the sheave forward to
loosen the belt.
9. Tighten the reverse idler sheave bolt (H).

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10. Pull the clutch handle to recheck the position A. Side Brush Belt
of the clutch plate bolt (C). Repeat as B. Belt Guide
necessary to adjust belt tension.
6. To adjust belt tension, loosen the button
11. Reinstall the access cover, and right side head screw through the side cover (not
cover, and bumper. shown).
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7. Pull the side brush arm (A) out to tighten the VACUUM FAN BELT
belt. Check the vacuum fan belt for wear and tension
after every 50 hours of operation.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE VACUUM

C FAN BELT TENSION
B FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
1. Remove the rear panel.

A
2. Check belt deflection by applying a force of
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A. Side Brush Arm 3 kg (6 lb) to the midpoint of the belt span.
B. Stop Bolt The belt should deflect 5 mm (0.06 in).
C. Lock Nut
3. To adjust belt tension, loosen the belt
8. Tighten the button head screw when the adjusting stud nut (B). Pull the vacuum fan
correct tension is reached. assembly (A) up to tighten the belt and
tighten the stud nut.
9. Adjust the stop bolt (B) so it clears the stop
by 5 mm (0.06 in).
10. Replace the debris hopper.
11. Lower the filter cover.

B
MAIN BRUSH BELTS
Check the main brush belts for wear after every A
50 hours of operation.
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A. Vacuum Fan
B. Stud Nut
4. Tighten all nuts and recheck belt tension.
5. Replace the rear panel.
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WHEEL DRIVE CHAINS
Check the chains for wear or damage and tension BRUSHES
after the first 50 hours of operation and then after
every 100 hours of operation. The wheel drive
chains should have 10 mm (0.40 in) slack MAIN BRUSH
measured midway between the sprockets. Inspect the main brush daily for wear or damage.
Remove any string or wire tangled on the main
brush, the main brush drive hub, or the main
brush idler hub.
Rotate the main brush end-for-end after every

50 hours of operation to obtain maximum brush
life. The main brush should be replaced when the
remaining bristle measures 15 mm (0.5 in).
The main brush pattern should be checked after

every 50 hours of operation. The main brush
pattern should be 40 mm (1.5 in) wide.
REMOVING THE MAIN BRUSH

1. Place the main brush lift handle in the (Main

Brush Free-Float) position.
2. Open the main brush access door (D).
3. Pull the brush out of the brush compartment.

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INSTALLING THE MAIN BRUSH
STATIC DRAG CHAIN
A static drag chain prevents the buildup of static NOTE: The hopper can be removed to aid
electricity in the machine. Check the chain for installing the main brush into the machine. See
wear periodically. Make sure the chain touches REMOVING THE HOPPER in the OPERATION
the floor at all times. section for proper procedure for removing the
hopper.
1. Slide the brush into the brush compartment.
2. Rotate the brush until the slots on the ends

of the brush engage the keys on the main
brush drive hub (not shown).
NOTE: Do not force the main brush onto the drive

hub. When the main brush slots and drive hub
keys are properly aligned, the main brush will
easily engage the drive hub.
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3. Close and secure the main brush access 6. Move the machine from the main brush
door (D). Make sure the lift arm (B) polish mark.
engages the idler lift arm pins (A).
7. Stop the motor.
D 8. Observe the width of the polish mark. The

proper polish width is 40 mm (1.5 in).
A
B
A
C B
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A. Main Brush Pattern
B. Polish Width
9. Adjust the main brush width as necessary.

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A. Lift Arm Pins To reduce the polish width, turn the main
B. Lift Arm brush lift handle to the right.
C. Idler Key
D. Access Door
4. Check and adjust main brush pattern as

described in CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE MAIN BRUSH PATTERN.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE MAIN

BRUSH PATTERN
1. Apply chalk or some material that will not
blow away easily, to a smooth, level surface.
2. Start the motor.
3. With side brush and main brush raised,

position main brush over the chalked area. To widen the polish width, turn the main
brush lift handle to the left.
4. While holding the machine in place, move
the main brush lift handle in the (Main Brush
Down) position. Let the brush remain on the
floor for 15 to 20 seconds.
5. Place the main brush lift handle in the (Main

Brush Up) position.
If any adjustments are made, recheck the main

brush pattern before operating the machine.
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SIDE BRUSH IINSTALLING THE SIDE BRUSH
The side brush should be inspected daily for wear 1. Slide the side brush (A) onto the drive shaft.
or damage. Remove any string or wire tangled
from the side brush, side brush drive hub, or 2. Secure the side brush (A) with the mounting
shaft. The side brush should be replaced when hardware (B).
the remaining bristle length measures 25 mm (1
in) in length. 3. Check the side brush adjustment as
described in ADJUSTING THE SIDE
The side brush should be checked after every 50 BRUSH.
hours of operation. The side brush is properly
adjusted when, with the side brush arm in the
raised position, there is approximately 25 mm ADJUSTING THE SIDE BRUSH
(1 in) between the floor and the side brush FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
bristles. machine; stop on level surface, set parking
REMOVING THE SIDE BRUSH
1. Pull the side brush arm up into the raised
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing position.
brake, and turn off machine. 2. Remove the side brush mounting hardware.
1. Pull the side brush arm up into the raised 3. Position the side brush on the shaft until
position. there is approximately 25 mm (1 in) between
the floor and the brush bristles.
2. Remove the side brush mounting hardware
(B).
4. Align the side brush with the drive shaft

holes.
5. Secure the side brush to the drive shaft with

the mounting hardware.
NOTE: It may be necessary to readjust the side

brush drive belt tension after adjusting the side
brush height.
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A. Side Brush
B. Mounting Hardware
3. Slide the side brush (A) off the drive shaft.
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ADJUSTING THE DUST FILTER TO HOPPER
DEBRIS HOPPER AND DUST FILTER SEALING
DEBRIS HOPPER
The debris hopper should be emptied after every
work shift, or when the hopper is full. The debris 1. Lift the filter assembly.
hopper floor clearance should be checked after
every 50 hours of operation. The dust filter to 2. Make sure stop bolt (A) is touching the filter
hopper seal can also be adjusted to prevent assembly. If it is, continue with step 3. If it is
dusting when shaking the dust filter. not, loosen bolts and adjust the round
vacuum fan seal bracket (C) back to allow
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HOPPER the assembly to touch the stop bolt. Secure
the vacuum fan seal bracket.
FLOOR CLEARANCE
brake, and turn off machine. C
1. Empty the debris hopper and replace it on

the machine.
2. The bottom rear metal edge of the hopper

should clear the floor by 15 mm (0.5 in).
Also, be sure the hopper is level side to
side.
A
3. To adjust the hopper (A), loosen the hanger
bracket bolts (B), reposition the hanger
bracket, and retighten the hanger bracket B
bolts. Be sure the hopper brackets do not
rub against the pivot pins preventing the
hopper from floating.
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A. Stop Bolt
B. Hopper
C. Vacuum Fan Seal Bracket
3. Turn the filter stop bolt (A) clockwise a half

turn.
4. Close the filter assembly and check the

clearance between the filter cover, the
B hopper, and the vacuum fan seal. This can
be done by placing a strip of paper between
A the filter cover and the hopper. When
correctly adjusted, the paper will be difficult
to pull out. The seal pressure should allow
the hopper to float. Push the hopper down to
03159 check -- it should be able to go down and
A. Hopper return to its original position.
B. Hanger Bracket Bolts
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THERMO-SENTRY REMOVING THE DUST FILTER
The Thermo--Sentry, located inside the FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
hopper, senses the temperature of the air pulled machine; stop on level surface, set parking
up from the hopper. If there is a fire in the hopper, brake, and turn off machine.
the Thermo--Sentry stops the vacuum fan and
cuts off the air flow. Press the button to reset the 1. Loosen the six front filter cover screws and
Thermo--Sentry. remove the front filter cover.
2. Remove the filter hold-down plate. Remove

the dust filter.
DUST FILTER
The dust filter is located inside the dust filter
compartment. The filter shaker will shake the filter 3. Inspect and clean or replace the dust filter.
for 20 seconds when the machine is powered off.
Inspect and clean or replace the dust filter after
every 100 hours of operation. INSTALLING THE DUST FILTER
1. Position the dust filter in the filter frame with
NOTE: The filter shaker override switch must be the arrows on the side of the filter pointing
in the “on” position to automatically shake the dust away from the machine.
filter when the machine is turned off. The filter
shaker override switch should be in the “on” 2. Position the filter hold-down plate on the
position for most operations. filter.
Use one of the following methods to clean the 3. Secure the front filter cover on the filter
dust filter: frame with the six front filter cover screws.
D TAP -- Tap the filter gently on a flat surface

with the dirty side down. Do not damage the
edges of the filter element or the filter will
not seat properly in the filter frame.
D AIR -- Blow compressed air, 240 kPa

(35 psi) maximum, through the dust filter
opposite the direction of the arrows on the
side of the filter. This may be done with the
filter in the machine. Always wear eye
protection when using compressed air.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear

eye and ear protection when using
pressurized air or water.
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HOPPER TOP SEAL
SKIRTS AND SEALS The hopper top seal is located on the front edge
of the machine frame. Inspect the seal for wear or
HOPPER LIP SKIRT damage daily.
The hopper lip skirt is located on the lower rear of
the hopper. The hopper lip skirt should be
inspected for wear or damage daily.
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MAIN BRUSH SKIRTS AND SEALS

The right side seal (not shown) is mounted to the
machine frame. The left side seal is mounted to
the main brush access door. The main brush door
seal is mounted to the door. Inspect the seals for
damage and wear daily. The main brush skirts
should clear the floor by 2 mm (0.06 in). Inspect
the skirts for damage and wear and proper floor
02348 clearance daily.
REAR BRUSH SKIRTS
The rear brush skirts are located on the bottom
rear of the brush compartment. The rear brush
skirts should clear the floor by 2 mm (0.06 in).
Inspect the skirt for wear or damage and proper
floor clearance daily.
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3. Remove the hardware holding the propel
PROPEL HANDLE ASSEMBLY handle assembly to the frame of the
machine. Set the hardware aside.
ADJUST PROPEL HANDLE ASSEMBLY
HEIGHT
The propel handle assembly height is adjustable.

1. Remove the battery compartment covers

and the rear cover. Set the covers and
hardware aside.
4. Raise or lower the propel handle assembly

to the desired height.
5. Align the holes in the propel handle

assembly with the holes in the frame of the
machine and reinstall the hardware to
secure the handles into place.
6. Loosen the lock nut and turn the ball joint until
the propel rod assembly is at the correct
length to be reinstalled onto the propel handle
assembly. Tighten the lock nut.
2. Slide the sleeve of the ball joint down and

disconnect the ball joint from the propel
handle assembly.
7. Reattach the ball joint to the propel handle

assembly.
8. Start and test the machine. Squeeze both

propel handles to ensure the machine
moves in both directions.
9. Reinstall the rear cover and battery

compartment covers.
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STORING MACHINE
TRANSPORTING AND STORING THE When storing the machine for extended periods of
MACHINE time, the following procedures must be followed to
lessen the chance of rust, sludge, or other
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE undesirable deposits from forming.
1. Position the front of the machine at the 1. Empty debris hopper.
loading edge of the truck or trailer.
2. Raise the main brush and side brush.
FOR SAFETY: Use Truck Or Trailer That
Will Support The Weight Of The 3. To prolong life of the batteries, leave charger
Machine. plugged into the outlet. Be sure to remove
the covers from the battery compartment.
NOTE: Empty the hopper before transporting the
machine.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
2. Block the machine tires. Tie down the Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Keep sparks and
machine to the truck or trailer before open flame away. Keep battery compartment
transporting. open when charging.
3. Secure the front of the machine by routing 4. Park the machine in a cool, dry area.
straps through the tie down holes and
fastening it to the truck or trailer. ATTENTION: Do not expose machine to rain,
store indoors.
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4. Secure the rear of the machine by wrapping
straps around the stationary handle and
fastening them to the truck or trailer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES
Item Dimension/capacity
Length 1570 mm (62 in)
Height (maximum) 990 mm--1120 mm (39 in--44 in)
Width (with out side brush) 920 mm (36.25 in)
Track--front 790 mm (31 in)
Wheel base 595 mm (23.5 in)
Main brush width 660 mm (26 in)
Main brush diameter 255 mm (10 in)
Side brush diameter 430 mm (17 in)
Sweeping path width (with side brush) 860 mm (34 in)
Hopper volume capacity 0.08 m# (2.8 cu ft)
Hopper weight capacity 68 kg (150 lb)
GVWR 345 kg (760 lb)
Dust filter (pleated panel filter element) 4.55 m@ (49 sq. ft)
Operating sound level at operator ear 76 dB(A)
Vibration level at propel control handles 2.5 m/s@
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE
Item Measure
Turning radius 1730 mm (68 in)
Travel speed forward (maximum) 4.7 Km/h (2.9 mph)
Travel speed reverse (maximum) 4.5 Km/h (2.8 mph)
Maximum rated climb angle 8_/14%
Maximum rated descent angle 6_/10.5%
POWER TYPE
System Drive Type
Propelling Belt to chain
Differential Belt
Wheel Drive Chain
Main Brush Belt
Side Brush Belt
Vacuum Fan Belt
Type VDC amp Hz Phase VAC

Charger: Auto / Selectable AC Voltage Input 24 11 50/60 1 100--240
Type Use VDC kW (hp)

Electric Motor Propelling 24 0.75 (1)
Type Quantity Volts Ah Rating Weight

Batteries 2 12 155 @ 20 hr rate 38 kg (83 lb)
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TIRES
Location Type Size
Front (2) Solid 250 mm x 51 mm (10 in x 2 in)
Rear (1) Solid 130 mm x 38 mm (5 in x 1.5 in)
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
1570 mm
(62 in)
990 mm-- 1120 mm

(39 in-- 44 in)
920 mm
(36.25 in)
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INDEX
A Checking and adjusting the main brush pattern,
27
Adjusting the dust filter to hopper sealing, 29
Checking and adjusting the propelling belt tension
Adjusting the hopper floor clearance, 29 , 23
Adjusting the main brush pattern, 27 Checking and adjusting the side brush belt
Adjusting the propel handle assembly, 32 tension , 24
Adjusting the propelling belt tension , 23 Checking and adjusting the vacuum fan belt
tension, 25
Adjusting the side brush, 28
Checking the main brush belts , 25
Adjusting the side brush belt tension , 24
Checking the wheel drive chain tension , 26
Adjusting the vacuum fan belt tension , 25
Circuit breakers, 11
Arm, side brush, 10
Circuit breakers and fuses, 11
Clean Batteries, 20
B Cleaning the dust filter, 30
Batteries, 20 Control handles, propel, 7
Charging the batteries, 21
Check Electrolyte Level, 20 Controls
Clean Batteries, 20 Filter shaker override switch, 7
Disposing Batteries, 20 Main brush lever, 9
Lead acid, 20 On--off key switch, 12
Measure Specific Gravity, 20 Parking brake lever, 10
Propel control handles, 7
Battery charge indicator, 8 Side brush arm, 10
Battery charger panel, 8 Controls and Instruments, 6
Belts, 23
Main brush belt, 25
Propelling belts, 23 D
Side brush belt, 24 Debris hopper, 29
Vacuum fan belt, 25 Adjusting the dust filter to hopper sealing, 29
Brakes, parking, 10 Checking and adjusting the hopper floor
clearance, 29
Brush arm pivots, 18
Debris hopper and dust filter, 29
Brush Information, 11
Differential, 18
Brushes, 26
Main brush, 26 Dimensions, 34
Side brush, 28 Disposing Batteries, 20
Drive chains, 18
C Dust filter, 30
Cleaning the dust filter, 30
Capacities, 34
Installing the dust filter, 30
Chain, static drag, 26 Removing the dust filter, 30
Chains
Static drag chain, 26
Wheel drive chains, 26 E
Check Electrolyte Level (Batteries), 20 Electric Motors, 23
Check Specific Gravity (Batteries), 20 Electrical system
Batteries, 20
Checking and adjusting the hopper floor
Charging the batteries, 21
clearance, 29
Emptying the hopper, 13
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INDEX
F M
Filter shaker override switch, 7 Machine components, 4
Fuses, 11 Machine dimensions, 35
Machine Operation, 12
Emptying the hopper, 13
H Pre--Operation Checklist, 12
Hopper lip skirt, 31 Removing the hopper, 14
Sweeping, 12
Hopper top seal, 31
Machine Performance
Hour meter, 9
Travel Speed (Maximum), 34
Turning radius, 34
I Machine Specifications, 34
Indicator, battery control, 8 Machine Troubleshooting, 15
Indicators Main brush, 26

Battery control indicator, 8 Checking and adjusting the main brush pattern,
Hour meter, 9 27
Installing the main brush, 26
Inspect the debris hopper, 29 Removing the main brush, 26
Inspect the dust filter, 30 Main brush belt, Checking the main brush belts ,
Inspect the main brush, 26 25
Inspect the side brush, 28 Main brush down position, 9
Installing the dust filter, 30 Main brush free--float position, 9
Installing the main brush, 26 Main brush lever, 9
Installing the side brush, 28 Main brush positions
Main brush down position, 9
Main brush free--float position, 9
K Main brush up position, 9
Key switch, on--off, 12 Main brush skirts and seals, 31

Main brush up position, 9
Maintenance, 16
L Batteries, 20
Labels, 3 Belts and Chains, 23
Control symbols, 5 Brushes, 26
Safety labels, 3 Debris hopper and dust filter, 29
Electric motors, 23
Lead Acid Batteries, 20 Lubrication, 18
Lever, main brush, 9 Skirts and seals, 31
Lever, parking brake, 10 Maintenance Chart, 16
Lubrication, 18 Meter, hour, 9
Brush arm pivots, 18 Motors, Electric motors, 23
Differential, 18
Drive chains, 18
Rear caster, 18
Self adjusting sheave, 19
Side brush gear box, 19
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INDEX
O Side brush gear box, 19
On--off key switch, 12 Skirts and Seals, 31

Hopper lip skirt, 31
Operating the machine Hopper top seal, 31
Emptying the hopper, 13 Main brush skirts and seals, 31
Removing the hopper, 14 Rear brush skirts, 31
Sweeping, 12
Specifications, 34–37
Operation, 4 Machine Capacities, 34
Operation of controls, 7 Machine Dimensions, 34
Machine Performance, 34
Options, Parking brake lever, 10 Power type, 34
Tires, 35
P Static drag chain, 26
Parking brake lever (Option), 10 Storing the machine, 33
Power type, Specifications, 34 Sweeping, 12
Pre--Operation Checklist, 12 Symbol definitions, 5
Propel control handles, 7

Propel handle assembly, 32 T
Adjusting the propel handle assembly, 32 Thermo--Sentry, 30
Propelling belts, 23 Tires, Specifications, 35
Checking and adjusting the propelling belt
tension , 23 Transporting and Storing the Machine, 33
Transporting the machine, 33
R Troubleshooting, 15
Turn machine off, 13
Rear brush skirts, 31
Turn machine on, 12
Rear caster, 18
Removing the dust filter, 30
Removing the hopper, 14 V
Removing the main brush, 26 Vacuum fan belt, Checking and adjusting the
vacuum fan belt tension , 25
Removing the side brush, 28
W
S
Wheel drive chains, Checking the wheel drive
Safety chain tension , 26
Labels, 3
Precautions, 2
Self adjusting sheave, 19
Side brush, 28
Adjusting the side brush, 28
Installing the side brush, 28
Removing the side brush, 28
Side brush arm, 10
Side brush belt, Checking and adjusting the side
brush belt tension , 24
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BACK STRAIN LABEL -- LOCATED

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The symbols are used to identify controls and

Main Brush Free-Float

Main Brush Down

Main Brush Adjust

Battery Charge Indicator

Electric Key Switch

Key Switch Off

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

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When the switch is in the “off” position, the filter

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When the batteries are fully charged, all seven

NOTE: Do not charge batteries more often than

BATTERY CHARGER PANEL

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Main brush free--float position: (Uneven floors)

Main brush up position: Pull the lever up and lock

When parking the machine, always raise the

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To raise the side brush, pull the lift arm up and

To release the parking brake, step on the lever

When parking the machine, always raise the

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NOTE: The amount and type of soilage play an

Nylon 6-Double Row Main Brush --

Polypropylene 6-Double Row Main Brush --

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- Check the main brush and rear brush skirts

- Side Brush Option: Check the condition of the

- Check the service records to determine

4. Move the side brush arm into the down

6. Raise the main brush and side brush.

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4. Lift the filter cover.

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2. Pull the side brush arm into the raised

3. Turn off the machine. The filter will operate

NOTE: The filter shaker override switch must be

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4. Lift the filter cover. 7. Close the filter cover.