5700 (Electric)

(000000--029999)

Walk--Behind Scrubber
Operator Manual

The Safe Scrubbing AlternativeR

R
ES Extended Scrub System

North America / International MM400

Rev. 20 (09-2006)
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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
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Copyright E 1998--2000, 2002--2006 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

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CONTENTS

Page Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY . . . . . . . . . 5 LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
MACHINE COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 REAR CASTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . 7 TRANSAXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . 8 BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
STEERING HANDLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CHARGING THE BATTERIES . . . . . . . 55
SOLUTION FLOW LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ELECTRIC MOTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
POWER WAND SWITCH (OPTION) . . 10 SCRUB HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
FaST SWITCH (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . 11 DISK BRUSH SCRUB HEAD SKIRT . . 58
RECOVERY TANK FULL LIGHT . . . . . 11 ADJUSTING THE SCRUB
ES SWITCH (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 HEAD SKIRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR . 12 REPLACING THE SCRUB
BRUSH PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . 12 HEAD SKIRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SCRUB BRUSHES DOWN LIGHT . . . . 13 CYLINDRICAL BRUSH SCRUB
SCRUB BRUSHES SWITCH . . . . . . . . . 13 HEAD SKIRTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
HOURMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ADJUSTING THE SCRUB
MACHINE ON LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 HEAD SKIRTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
ON-OFF KEY SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 REPLACING THE SCRUB
SQUEEGEE LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 HEAD SKIRTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
SPEED REDUCTION KNOB (OPTION) 15 REMOVING OR REPLACING THE
POWER KILL SWITCH (OPTION) . . . . 15 SCRUB HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
CIRCUIT BREAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 SCRUB HEAD/CIRCUIT BREAKERS . 61
FUSES (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 LEVELING THE SCRUB HEAD . . . . . . 63
SOLUTION TANK HOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SCRUB BRUSHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE . . . . 18 DISK BRUSHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
SUPPORT ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 REPLACING THE DISK BRUSHES 65
STOP ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SQUEEGEE DOWN PRESSURE REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL
CAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 BRUSHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SQUEEGEE LEVELING KNOB . . . . . . 19 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
PARKING BRAKE (OPTION) . . . . . . . . 19 CYLINDRICAL BRUSH
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS . . . . . . . . . . 20 PATTERN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM (OPTION) . 21 SOLUTION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . . 22 RECOVERY TANK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
INSTALLING FaST PAK AGENT (OPTION) 23 SOLUTION TANK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
STARTING THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 FaST SYSTEM (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . 72
FILLING THE TANKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 FaST SYSTEM FILTER SCREEN . . 72
NORMAL SCRUBBING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 FaST SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTOR 72
DOUBLE SCRUBBING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 FaST SYSTEM AIR PUMP FILTER 72
STOP SCRUBBING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 SQUEEGEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS 33 REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE
STOP THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
OPERATION ON INCLINES . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . 39 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . 40 LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE . . . . . . . . 74
OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE BLADE
VACUUM WAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 DEFLECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
POWER WAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE GUIDE
ROLLERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
SQUEEGEE BLADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
REPLACING OR ROTATING THE
REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE . . . . 76
REPLACING OR ROTATING THE
FRONT SQUEEGEE BLADE . . . 77

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Page
BELTS AND CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
BRUSH DRIVE BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
STATIC DRAG CHAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING THE
MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
PUSHING THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . 80
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE . . . . 81
MACHINE JACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
STORAGE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
FREEZE PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . 84
FaST SYSTEM (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE . . 85
POWER TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
MACHINE DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this 3. When using machine:
manual as indicated in their description: -- Go slow on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
WARNING: To warn of hazards or -- Use care when backing machine.
unsafe practices that could result in -- Follow mixing and handling
severe personal injury or death. instructions on chemical containers.

FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that 4. Before leaving or servicing machine:

must be followed for safe operation of -- Stop on level surface.
equipment. -- Set parking brake (if equipped).
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt
and dust in an indoor environment. Tennant does 5. When servicing machine:
not recommend using this machine in any other -- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
environment. jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
The following information signals potentially -- Block machine tires before jacking
dangerous conditions to the operator or machine up.
equipment. Read this manual carefully. Know -- Jack machine up at designated
when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety locations only. Block machine up with
devices on the machine. Then, take necessary jack stands.
steps to train machine operating personnel. -- Use hoist or jack that will support the
Report machine damage or faulty operation weight of the machine.
immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in -- Wear eye and ear protection when
proper operating condition. using pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas. working on machine.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep -- Avoid contact with battery acid.
sparks and open flame away. Keep -- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
covers open when charging. replacement parts.

WARNING: Flammable materials can 6. When loading/unloading machine

onto/off truck or trailer:
cause an explosion or fire. Do not use
-- Turn off machine.
flammable materials in tank(s).
-- Use truck or trailer that will support
the weight of the machine.
WARNING: Flammable materials or
-- Use winch. Do not push the machine
reactive metals can cause an explosion onto/off the truck or trailer unless the
or fire. Do not pickup. load height is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.
FOR SAFETY: -- Set parking brake after machine is
loaded (option).
1. Do not operate machine: -- Block machine tires.
-- Unless trained and authorized. -- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- In flammable or explosive areas unless
designed for use in those areas.

2. Before starting machine:

-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation (if so equipped).

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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The safety labels appear on the machine in the
locations indicated. If these or any label becomes
damaged or illegible, install a new label in its
place.

FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL -- LOCATED FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE

ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION OPERATOR CONSOLE.
TANK COVER.

10066

FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL -- LOCATED ON

THE OPERATOR CONSOLE.

BATTERY CHARGING LABEL -- LOCATED ON

THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK.

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OPERATION

OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY

- The operator’s responsibility is to take care

of the daily maintenance and checkups of
the machine to keep it in good working
condition. The operator must inform the
service mechanic or supervisor when the
maintenance intervals are required as stated
in the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual.

- Read this manual carefully before operating

this machine.

FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine,

unless operation manual is read and
understood.

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- Check the machine for shipping damage.

Check to make sure the machine is
complete per shipping instructions.

- 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.

- After operation, follow the recommended

daily and hourly procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.

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MACHINE COMPONENTS

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A. Solution tank
B. Solution tank fill opening
C. Recovery tank
D. Console panel
E. Squeegee
F. Squeegee lever
G. Squeegee down pressure cams
H. Squeegee leveling knob
I. Parking brake (option)
J. Recovery tank drain hose
K. Solution tank hose
L. Support arm
M. Stop arm
N. Batteries
O. Scrub head
P. Scrub brush access cover
Q. Scrub brush idler door
R. FaST solution system (option)

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CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS

These symbols identify controls and displays on

the machine:

Solution flow Key switch

Power wand Variable flow or rate

ES (Extended Scrub) Circuit breaker #1

Recovery tank full Circuit breaker #2

Scrub brushes down and on Circuit breaker #3

Scrub brushes up and off Circuit breaker #4

Battery charge Circuit breaker #5

Scrub brush pressure Circuit breaker #6

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

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A. Steering handles
B. Solution flow lever
C. FaST switch (option) or Power wand switch (option)
D. Recovery tank full light
E. ES switch (option)
F. Battery discharge indicator
G. Brush pressure gauge
H. Scrub brushes down light
I. Scrub brushes switch
J. Hourmeter
K. On-off key switch
L. Machine on light
M. Circuit breakers
N. Squeegee lever
O. Power kill switch (option)
P. Steering height adjustment latch
Q. Solution tank hose
R. Recovery tank drain hose
S. Speed reduction knob (option)
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STEERING HANDLES
The steering handles control the machine speed
and direction.

Forward: Rotate the handles forward. The further

forward you rotate the handles, the faster the
machine will go.

Backward: Rotate the handles toward you.

Turning: Push the machine in the direction of the

turn with the steering handles. The machine will
turn on the swivel casters.

Stopping: Release the handles.

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The steering handles and console height is
adjustable.

Adjust: Pull up on the height adjustment latch,

move the console up or down to the desired
height. Then push down the latch to lock the
console in position.

SOLUTION FLOW LEVER

The solution flow lever controls the amount of
solution flow to the floor.

Increase: Push the lever forward.

Decrease: Pull the lever backward.

NOTE: A solenoid valve dispenses the solution to

the scrub head. The valve opens when the
steering handles are rotated forward, and closes
when the steering handles are released in neutral
position.

NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the

solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST
system flow rate is pre--set.

POWER WAND SWITCH (OPTION)

The power wand switch turns on and off the
power wand solution system.

On: Press the top of the switch. The switch will

light up.

Off: Press the bottom of the switch.

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FaST SWITCH (OPTION)
The FaST switch (option) enables the FaST
(Foam Scrubbing Technology) system. When the
FaST system is enabled, it is turned on and off
with the scrub switch

Enable the FaST system: Press the top of the

FaST switch.

Enable conventional scrubbing: Press the bottom

of the FaST switch.

NOTE: Disable the FaST system before using the

machine for conventional scrubbing.

NOTE: The FaST system will not start until the

steering handles are rotated forward or backward.

NOTE: Do not enable the FaST system with

conventional cleaning detergents in the solution
tank. Drain, raise and refill the solution tank with
clear cool water only before operating the FaST
system. Conventional cleaning detergents/
restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution
system.

RECOVERY TANK FULL LIGHT

The recovery tank full indicator comes on when
the recovery tank is full. When the light comes on,
the vacuum fan shuts off after a short delay.

On machines serial number 017946 and above,

the light is located in the center of the console
panel.

On machines below serial number 017946, the

light is located in the upper left of the console
panel.

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ES SWITCH (OPTION)
The ES switch turns on and off the solution
recycling system.

On: Press the top of the switch. The switch will

light up.

Off: Press the bottom of the switch.

BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR

The battery discharge indicator shows the charge
level of the batteries. The meter’s needle should
be at the top of the green zone when the
batteries are fully charged. As the batteries
discharge, the needle will move into the bottom
red zone.

Recharge the batteries when the needle remains

in the bottom red zone.

NOTE: The reading on the battery discharge

indicator is not accurate when the machine is first
powered on. Operate the machine a few minutes
before reading the charge level of the batteries.

BRUSH PRESSURE GAUGE

The brush pressure gauge shows how hard the
scrub brush motors are working. The brush
pressure should be operated in the green zone.
Operating in the red zone indicates excessive
brush pressure, and will cause the scrub brush
circuit breakers to trip.

Adjust the brush pressure during scrubbing with

the scrub brushes switch.

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SCRUB BRUSHES DOWN LIGHT
The scrub brushes down light comes on when the
scrub brushes are lowered enough to touch the
floor. The light goes off when the scrub brushes
are raised off the floor.

On machines serial number 017946 and above,

the light is located in the scrub brush switch.

On machines below serial number 017946, the

light is located above the scrub brush switch.

SCRUB BRUSHES SWITCH

The scrub brushes switch controls the scrub
brushes position and down pressure.

Lower brushes: Press and hold the top of the

switch until the scrub brush down light comes on.

Raise brushes: Press and hold the bottom of the

switch until the scrub brush down light goes off.

Increase brush pressure: Press the top of the

switch. Watch the brush pressure gauge.

Decrease brush pressure: Press the bottom of

the switch. Watch the brush pressure gauge.

NOTE: The scrub brushes do not start until the

steering handles are rotated forward or backward.

NOTE: The scrub switch also controls the FaST

system (option) when the FaST system is enabled
with the FaST switch.

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HOURMETER
The hourmeter records the number of hours the
machine has been powered on. This information
is useful when servicing the machine.

MACHINE ON LIGHT
The machine on light comes on when the machine
is powered on with the on-off key switch. The
machine on light goes off when the machine is
powered off.

ON-OFF KEY SWITCH

The on-off key switch controls machine power
with a key.

On: Turn the key to the right.

Off: Turn the key to the left.

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SQUEEGEE LEVER
The squeegee lever controls the squeegee and
the vacuum system.

Lower squeegee and start vacuum: Move the

squeegee lever up and to the left to unlock it, and
then release the lever.

Raise squeegee and stop vacuum: Pull the lever

up and move it to the right to lock the lever in the
up position.

NOTE: Raise the squeegee before reversing the

machine.

SPEED REDUCTION KNOB (OPTION)

The speed reduction knob adjusts the machine’s
maximum travel speed.

To reduce the maximum travel speed, turn the

knob to the left.

To increase the maximum travel speed, turn the

knob to the right.

POWER KILL SWITCH (OPTION)

The power kill switch halts all power to the
machine.

Halt: Hit the power kill switch.

Restart: Turn the power kill switch to the right to

release the switch. Turn off the machine power,
then turn on the machine power.

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CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are resetable electrical circuit
protection devices. They stop the flow of current
in the event of a circuit overload. Once a circuit
breaker is tripped, reset manually by pressing the
reset button after the breaker has cooled down.

If the overload that caused the circuit breaker to

trip is still there, the circuit breaker will continue to
stop current flow until the problem is corrected.

The circuit breakers are located on each side of

the operator console.

The chart shows the circuit breakers and the

electrical components they protect.

Circuit
Breaker Rating Circuit Protected
CB1 2.5 A Machine power
CB2 25 A Vacuum fan
CB2 40 A Heavy duty vacuum fan
CB3 25 A Machine propel
CB4 10 A Machine controls
CB5 20 A Scrub brush
CB5 35 A Heavy duty disk scrub
brush
CB6 20 A Scrub brush
CB6 35 A Heavy duty disk scrub
brush

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FUSES (OPTION)
The fuse is a one-time protection device
designed to stop the flow of current in the event of
a circuit overload.

NOTE: Always replace the fuse with a fuse of the

same amperage.

The fuse is in--line and located near the air pump

on the front of the recovery tank.

Fuse Rating Circuit Protected

FU-1 10 A FaST (option)

SOLUTION TANK HOSE

The solution tank hose is used to drain the
solution tank. The drain hose plug is removed by
turning the plug latch to loosen the plug and
pulling the plug out of the drain hose. The drain
hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the
end of the hose and turning the plug latch to
tighten the plug.

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RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE
The recovery tank drain hose is used to drain the
recovery tank. The drain hose plug is removed by
turning the plug latch to loosen the plug and
pulling the plug out of the drain hose. The drain
hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the
end of the hose and turning the plug latch to
tighten the plug.

SUPPORT ARM
The support arm holds up the solution tank when
the tank is lifted. The support arm engages when
the solution tank is lifted all the way open. The
arm is released by pulling up on it.

STOP ARM
The stop arm prevents the solution tank from fully
closing when the tank is lowered. Push the arm in
to lower the solution tank completely.

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SQUEEGEE DOWN PRESSURE CAMS
The squeegee down pressure cams adjust the
squeegee deflection along the entire length of the
squeegee.

Increase: Turn the cams clockwise.

Decrease: Turn the cams counter-clockwise.

SQUEEGEE LEVELING KNOB

The squeegee leveling knob adjusts the deflection
at the ends of the squeegee.

Increase: Turn the squeegee leveling knob

counter-clockwise to increase the deflection at the
end of the squeegees.

Decrease: Turn the squeegee leveling knob

clockwise to decrease the deflection at the end of
the squeegees.

PARKING BRAKE (OPTION)

The parking brake is controlled with a foot pedal
and a release lever located by the squeegee.

Set: Push down on the foot pedal.

Release: Pull up on the release lever.

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HOW THE MACHINE WORKS

The scrub components of the machine are a

solution tank, scrub brushes, a squeegee, a
vacuum fan, and a recovery tank.

Water and detergent, from the solution tank, flow

to the floor through a solution valve to the scrub
brushes. The brushes scrub the floor. As the
machine is moved forward the squeegee wipes
the dirty solution off the floor, which is then picked
up and drawn into the recovery tank.

The steering handles control the direction and

speed of the machine in forward or reverse. By
rotating the steering handles forward, the machine
propels forward. By rotating the handles towards
you the machine propels backward.

When using the ES mode, the dirty solution in the

recovery tank is filtered and returned to the
solution tank to be reused.

Three different widths of scrub heads and

squeegees are available for the machine, along
with two different brush types.

The scrub head widths are as follows; the model

700 (700 mm (28 in)), the model 800 (800 mm
(32 in)), and the model 900 (900 mm (36 in)). The
700 mm (28 in) squeegee is used with the 700
model scrub head, as well as the 800 mm (32 in)
with the model 800, and the 900 mm (36 in) with
the model 900. The two available brush types are
disk and cylindrical.

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FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM (OPTION)
The FaST (Foam Scrubbing Technology) system
operates by injecting the FaST PAK concentrate
agent (A) into the system with a small amount of
water and compressed air. This mixture creates a A
large volume of expanded wet foam.

The expanded foam mixture is then dispersed

onto the floor (B) while the machine is scrubbing.
When the squeegee picks up the mixture, the
patented foaming agent has collapsed and is
recovered into the recovery tank. B
The FaST system can be used with all double
scrubbing and heavy duty scrubbing applications.

Using the FaST system can increase

productivity by 30% by reducing your dump/fill
cycle. It will also reduce chemical usage and
storage space. One FaST PAK of concentrated
agent can scrub up to 1 million sq. ft. The safe scrubbing alternativet
NOTE: Do not enable the FaST system with
conventional cleaning detergents in the solution
tank. Drain, raise and refill the solution tank with
clear cool water only before operating the FaST
system. Conventional cleaning detergents/
restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution
system.

NOTE: Storage or transporting machines

equipped with FaST in freezing temperatures
requires special procedures. Check with a
TENNANT representative for advice.

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

Check over this list of items before operating the

machine:

- Check the battery fluid and charge level.

- Check the tank cover seals for damage and

wear.

- Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter.

- Check the condition of the scrubbing

brushes. Remove any string, banding,
plastic wrap, or other debris wrapped
around them.

- Check the squeegees for damage, wear and

for deflection adjustment.

- Check the vacuum hose for debris or

blockage.

- ES machines; check the detergent tank

level.

- Drain and clean the recovery tank.

- ES machines; drain and clean the solution

tank and ES filter. Rinse level sensors.

- Empty and clean the debris tray. (if

applicable).

- Check the service records to determine

maintenance requirements.

- FaST SCRUBBING: Check the FaST PAK

(option) concentrate agent level, replace
carton as needed. See the INSTALLING
THE FaST PAK AGENT section of the
manual.

- FaST SCRUBBING: Check that all

conventional cleaning agents/restorers are
drained and rinsed from the solution tank.

- FaST SCRUBBING: Check that the solution

tank is filled with clear cool water only.

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INSTALLING FaST PAK AGENT (OPTION)

NOTE: Machine must be equipped with the FaST

option before the FaST PAK agent can be
installed.

1. Remove the perforated knock--outs from the

FaST PAK Floor Cleaning Concentrate
carton. Do not remove the bag from the
carton. Pull out the bag’s hose connector on
the bottom of the bag and remove the hose
cap from the connector.

NOTE: The FaST PAK Floor Cleaning

Concentrate is specifically designed for use
with the FaST system scrubbing application.
NEVER use a substitute, machine damage will
result.

FOR SAFETY: When using machine,

always follow the handling instructions
on chemical container.

2. Empty the solution tank. See the DRAINING

AND CLEANING THE TANKS section of the
manual.

NOTE: When scrubbing with the FaST system

option, use clean water only. Do not add cleaning
agents in the solution tank. Conventional cleaning
agents/restorers may cause failure to the FaST
solution system..

3. Raise the solution tank and remove the front

cover to access the FaST PAK carton.

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4. Place the FaST PAK carton in the carton
holder under the front cover of the machine.
Connect the supply hose to the FaST PAK
bag.

NOTE: If any dried concentrate is visible on the

supply hose connector or the on the FaST PAK
connector, soak and clean with warm water.

5. Make sure to connect the supply hose onto

the hose storing plug when the supply hose
is not connected to the FaST PAK. This will
prevent the FaST solution system from
drying out and clogging up the hose.

6. When replacing an empty FaST PAK carton,

allow the new FaST PAK detergent to
gravity feed into the system for several
minutes prior to operating the FaST system.
If the detergent does not flow out of the
FaST PAK, simply squeeze and release the
hose several times. If the previous FaST
PAK was run dry, it may take up to 3
minutes of operation to remove any air
pockets in the system before you achieve
maximum foaming.

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STARTING THE MACHINE

6. Turn the machine power on.

7. Release the machine parking brake, if your

machine has this option.

FILLING THE TANKS

1. Start the machine.

2. Drive the machine to the filling site.

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3. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake (if so
equipped), turn off machine, and
remove key.

4. Set the parking brake, if your machine has

this option.

NOTE: If you are going to scrub in the ES mode,

the recovery tank can be partially filled to extend
scrub time. Make sure the ES system is on.

If you do not want to use the ES system, make

sure the ES system is off. DO NOT fill the
recovery tank.

5. ES mode: Lift up the solution tank. Fill the

recovery tank with water 50 mm (2 in) below
the top of the ES filter located on the bottom
of the tank, approximately 87 L
(23 gal) of water.

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6. ES mode: Lower the solution tank.

7. CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING: Open the

solution tank cover and partially fill the
solution tank with water. Pour the required
amount of detergent into the solution tank fill
opening. Continue filling the solution tank
with water 25 mm (1 in) below the bottom of
the solution fill opening channel.

FOR SAFETY: Follow mixing and

handling instructions on chemical
containers.

8. FaST SCRUBBING: Open the solution tank

cover and fill the solution tank with clear cool
water only.

NOTE: When cleaning using FaST option,

USE CLEAR COOL WATER ONLY. DO NOT
add cleaning agents in solution tank.
Conventional cleaning agents/restorers may
cause failure to the FaST solution system.

NOTE: Floor conditions, water condition, amount

of soilage, types of soilage, and brush action all
play an important role in determining the type and
concentration of detergent used. For specific
recommendations, contact your Tennant
representative.

WARNING: Flammable materials can

cause an explosion or fire. Do not use
flammable materials in tank(s).

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NORMAL SCRUBBING

D Pick up oversized debris before scrubbing.

Pick up pieces of wire, string, twine, etc.,
which could become wrapped around the
scrub brush.

D Plan the scrubbing in advance. Try to

arrange long runs with minimum stopping
and starting. Do an entire floor or section at
one time.

D Try to scrub as straight a path as possible.

Avoid bumping into posts or scraping the
sides of the machine. When scrubbing dead
end aisles, start at the closed end of the 07218

aisle and scrub your way out. Overlap the

scrub paths by a few centimeters (inches).

D If you see poor scrubbing performance, stop

scrubbing and refer to MACHINE
TROUBLESHOOTING.

Non-scuff polypropylene scrub brush -- This

brush uses a softer, general purpose
polypropylene bristle to lift lightly compacted
soilage without scuffing high-gloss coated floors.

Nylon scrub brush -- Recommended for

scrubbing coated floors. Cleans without scuffing.

Super abrasive bristle scrub brush -- Nylon

fiber impregnated with abrasive grit to remove
stains and soilage. Strong action on any surface,
performing well on buildup, grease, or tire marks.

Heavy duty stripping pad -- This black pad is for

stripping floors. Cuts through old heavy finishes
easier, to prepare the floor for re-coating.

Stripping pad -- This brown pad is for stripping

floors. Quickly and easily cuts through old finish to
prepare the floor for re-coating.

Scrubbing pad -- This blue pad is for scrubbing

floors. Removes dirt, spills and scuffs, leaving a
clean surface ready for re-coating.

Buffing pad -- This red pad is for buffing floors.

Quickly cleans and removes scuff marks while
polishing the floor to a high gloss.

Polishing pad -- This white pad is for polishing

floors. Maintains a high gloss. Use for buffing very
soft finishes and lower traffic areas, or use for
polishing soft waxes on wood floors.

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Cylindrical polypropylene scrub brush -- This
cylindrical brush uses a softer, general purpose
polypropylene bristle to lift lightly compacted
soilage without scuffing high-gloss coated floors.

Cylindrical nylon scrub brush -- This cylindrical

brush is recommended for scrubbing coated
floors. Cleans without scuffing.

Cylindrical super abrasive bristle scrub brush

-- Nylon fiber impregnated with abrasive grit to
remove stains and soilage. Strong action on any
surface, performing well on buildup, grease, or tire
marks.

NOTE: Cylindrical scrub brushes must be

installed with the herringbone patterns on the
brushes pointing towards each other for best
debris pick up.

1. Start the machine.

2. Drive the machine to the area to be

scrubbed.

3. Lower the squeegee to the floor with the

squeegee lever.

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4. FaST SCRUBBING: Press the top of the
FaST switch to start the FaST system.

NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the

solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST
system flow rate is pre--set.

NOTE: Leave the FaST switch in the

CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING position if not
using the FaST system.

5. Press the top of the scrub brushes switch

until the scrub brush down light comes on.

6. CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING: Adjust the

solution flow to the floor as needed.

NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the

solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST
system flow rate is pre--set.

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7. Drive the machine forward and scrub as
required.

WARNING: Flammable materials or

reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pickup.

8. Adjust brush pressure for cleaning

application with the scrub brushes switch,
while watching the brush pressure gauge.

DOUBLE SCRUBBING

Double scrubbing is a method for removing heavy

floor accumulations. This is done by making two
passes over the area to be cleaned with the
machine.

Double scrubbing can be performed using the

FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM (option) or
CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING methods.

First, make a pass over the area scrubbing with

the squeegee up. This dispenses solution over the
area allowing the solution to soak on the floor. Let
the solution remain on the floor for 15 to
20 minutes. Then make a second pass scrubbing
with the squeegee down.

NOTE: When using the FaST system (option), the

solution flow lever is nonfunctional. The FaST
system flow rate is pre--set.

FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go

slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.

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STOP SCRUBBING

1. Release the steering handles.

2. Raise the scrub brushes with the scrub

brushes switch until the scrub brushes down
light goes off.

3. Raise the squeegee with the squeegee

lever.

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DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS

When you are finished scrubbing, or when the

recovery tank full light comes on, the recovery
tank should be drained and cleaned. The solution
tank then can be filled again for additional
scrubbing.

If you used the machine in ES mode, the solution

tank should also be drained and cleaned when
you are finished scrubbing.

1. Stop scrubbing.

2. Drive the machine next to a floor drain or

sink.

3. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

4. Set the parking brake, if your machine has

this option.

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5. ES mode: Remove the solution tank drain
hose from the mounting clip.

6. ES mode: Remove the drain hose plug

while holding the hose up, then slowly lower
the drain hose to the floor drain.

7. ES mode: Lift the solution tank cover and

flush out the solution tank with clean water
through the fill opening and the top access
hole. Rinse the filter(s) at the bottom of the
solution tank.

NOTE: Do not use steam to clean the tank.

8. ES mode: When the solution tank has

completely drained, replace the drain hose
plug in the solution tank drain hose and
place the solution tank drain hose back onto
the mounting clip on the machine.

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9. Remove the recovery tank drain hose from
the mounting clip.

10. Remove the drain hose plug while holding

the hose up, then slowly lower the drain
hose to the floor drain or sink.

11. Lift the solution tank to reach the recovery

tank.

12. Flush out the inside of the recovery tank with

clean water.

NOTE: Do not use steam to clean the tank.

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13. ES mode: Rinse the ES filter.

14. Rinse and wipe off the level sensor(s) on the

side of the recovery tank.

15. For machines below serial number 006956,

remove and clean the vacuum fan screen
located in the solution tank. Insert the
screen back in to vacuum inlet when
finished.

For machines serial number 006956 and

above, remove and clean the vacuum fan
filter located in the recovery tank. Clean by
shaking dust or rinsing pleats with low
pressure water. Insert the filter back in to the
recovery tank when finished.

NOTE: Be sure the vacuum filter is dry before

reinstalling it in the machine.

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16. When the tank has completely drained,
replace the drain hose plug in the recovery
tank drain hose. Place the recovery tank
drain hose back onto the mounting clip on
the machine.

17. Pull up on the support arm and lower the

solution tank. Push the stop arm in to
completely lower the solution tank.

18. Cylindrical scrub head: Remove and clean

the debris trough. Place the trough back in
the scrub head.

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STOP THE MACHINE

1. Stop scrubbing.

2. Turn the machine power off.

3. Set the parking brake, if your machine has

that option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake (if so
equipped), turn off machine, and
remove key.

OPERATION ON INCLINES

Drive the machine slowly on inclines.

FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go

slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.

The maximum rated climb and descent incline

with empty tanks is 8_, with full tanks is 6_.

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POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST

Check over this list of items after you have

finished scrubbing with the machine powered on:

- Check the battery fluid and charge level.

NOTE: The reading on the battery discharge

indicator is not accurate when the machine is first
powered on. Operate the machine a few minutes
before reading the charge level of the batteries.

Check over this list of items with the machine

powered off:

- Check the tank cover seals for damage and

wear.

- Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter.

- Check the condition of the scrubbing

brushes. Remove any string, banding,
plastic wrap, or other debris wrapped
around them.

- Check the squeegees for damage, wear and

for deflection adjustment.

- Check the vacuum hose for debris or

blockage.

- ES machines; check the detergent tank

level.

- Drain and clean the recovery tank.

- ES machines; drain and clean the solution

tank and ES filter. Rinse level sensors.

- Empty and clean the debris tray. (if

applicable).

- Check the service records to determine

maintenance requirements.

- FaST scrubbing: If FaST PAK is empty after

scrubbing, install a new FaST PAK or
connect supply hose to the storage plug.

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MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING filter

Problem Cause Remedy

Trailing water -- poor or no water Worn squeegee blades Rotate or replace squeegee blades
pickup
Squeegee out of adjustment Adjust squeegee
Vacuum hose clogged Flush vacuum hoses
Vacuum fan screen dirty Clean inlet screen
Debris caught on squeegee Remove debris
Vacuum hose to squeegee or Reconnect or replace vacuum hose
recovery tank disconnected or
damaged
Solution tank not completely
p y closed Check for obstructions
Heavy duty batteries posts too tall,
file down posts
Machine front cover mounted too
high, mount cover lower
Torn seals on solution tank Replace seals
Vacuum fan will not turn on Recovery tank full Drain recovery tank
Foam filling
g recoveryy tank Empty recovery tank
Use less or change detergent
Use a defoamer
Vacuum fan circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker
Vacuum fan will not turn on,, optical
p Recovery tank full sensor(s) dirty Clean sensor(s) and reset key switch
sensor(s) Oily/ink
y/ film buildup
p on recoveryy tank Use correct detergent
sensor(s) Change to magnetic sensor(s)
Operating in bright sunlight Install sensor sun shield(s)
Little or no solution flow to the floor Solution tank empty Fill solution tank
Solution control cable broken or out Replace and/or adjust cable
of adjustment
Solution flow turned off Turn solution flow on
Solution supply lines plugged Flush solution supply lines
Solution supply line filter dirty Clean filter
Solution solenoid clogged or stuck Clean or replace
ES mode: ES switch off Turn ES switch on
Poor scrubbing performance Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris
Improper detergent, brush, or pad Check with TENNANT representative
used for advice
Worn scrub brush(es) or pad(s) Replace scrub brush(es) or pad(s)
Scrub brush motor circuit breaker(s) Reset circuit breaker(s)
tripped
Reduce scrub brush down pressure
Uneven brush pressure, level scrub
head
Broken brush drive belts on
cylindrical scrub head, replace belt
Check with TENNANT representative
for advice
Low battery charge Charge batteries until the charger
automatically turns off
Tire pressure low Increase tire pressure

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Problem Cause Remedy
Poor p
propelling
p g traction Brush pressure set too high Decrease brush pressure
Tires slip on oily or waxed floors Check with TENNANT representative
for advice
Uneven brush down p
pressure Level scrub head
Broken brush drive belts on
cylindrical scrub head, replace belt
FaST System (option) does not FaST switch is set for Conventional Set the FaST switch for FaST system
operate
p scrubbing scrubbing
FaST fuse blown Determine cause and replace the
10A fuse
Clogged FaST PAK supply hose Soak connector and hose in warm
and/or connectors water and clean
FaST PAK carton is empty or not Replace FaST PAK carton and/or
connected connect supply hose
Clogged flow control orifice and/or Remove and clean orifice and/or
screen screen
Faulty pump or air compressor Contact TENNANT representative
Clogged filter screen Drain solution tank, remove and
clean filter screen
FaST system is not primed To prime, operate the FaST solution
system for 3 minutes.

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OPTIONS

VACUUM WAND
The vacuum wand uses the machine’s vacuum
system. The vacuum hose allows pick-up of spills
that are out of reach of the machine.

WARNING: Flammable materials or

reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pickup.

1. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

2. Set the parking brake, if your machine has

this option.

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3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from
the top of the squeegee.

4. Put together the wand and the wand hose.

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5. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the

squeegee suction hose with the adapter.

6. Turn the machine power on.

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7. Lower the squeegee with the squeegee
lever to turn the vacuum system on.

8. Vacuum the floor.

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9. When finished, raise the squeegee to shut

off the vacuum.

10.Turn the machine power off.

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11. Remove the vacuum hose from the
squeegee suction hose.

12. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the

top of the squeegee.

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POWER WAND
The power wand uses the machine’s vacuum and
solution systems. The power wand allows
scrubbing of floors that are out of reach of the
machine.

WARNING: Flammable materials or

reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pickup.

1. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

2. Set the parking brake, if your machine has

this option.

3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from

the top of the squeegee.

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4. Connect the vacuum wand hose and the
squeegee suction hose with the adapter.

5. Open the solution tank cover. Attach the end

of solution hose to the quick-disconnect.
Push the connector in until it stops. Pull on
the hose to make sure it is connected.

6. Attach the other ends of the solution and

vacuum hoses to the power wand.

7. Turn the machine power on.

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8. Lower the squeegee with the squeegee
lever to turn the vacuum system on.

9. Switch the power wand on.

10. Squeeze the solution lever on the power

wand to spray solution on the floor. Scrub
the floor with the brush side of the cleaning
tool.

11. Vacuum up the solution by turning over the

cleaning tool so the squeegee side is down.

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If the cleaning tool is hard to push or is not
picking up the solution very well, adjust the
roller wheels on the tool by turning the black
adjustment knob.

NOTE: The wheels are properly adjusted when

the squeegee blades deflect slightly while the tool
is pushed back and forth.

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12. When finished, switch the power wand off.

13. When finished, raise the squeegee to shut

off the vacuum.

14. Disconnect the solution hose from the

machine.

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15. Remove the vacuum hose from the
squeegee suction hose.

16. Disconnect the other ends of the solution

and vacuum hoses from the power wand.

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17.Turn the machine power off.

18. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the

squeegee.

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MAINTENANCE

10

12

7
2
4
11
8 6
12 9 5
6
8
10066, 10190

MAINTENANCE CHART

No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
Dailyy 2 Squeegee
q g Check for damage and wear -- 1
Check deflection and leveling -- 1
8 Scrub brushes or pads Check for damage and wear -- 2
1 Recoveryy tank Clean tank -- 1
Clean level sensor -- 1(2)
1 Recovery tank, ES mode Clean ES filter -- 1
3 Solution tank, ES mode Clean -- 1
3 Vacuum fan filter Clean -- 1
Machine Check for leaks -- 1
6 Disk scrub head skirt Check adjustment -- 1
Check for damage and wear -- 1
6 Cylindrical
y scrub head Check adjustment -- 4
skirts Check for damage and wear -- 4
12 FaST PAK supply hose Clean and connect hose to stor- -- 1
and connector (option) ing plug when not in use
50 Hours 5 Front tires Check air pressure -- 2
8 Cylindrical brushes Check taper and rotate front to -- 2
rear
12 FaST Filter screen Clean -- 1
(option)

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No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
100 Hours 4 Rear casters Lubricate SPL 2
9 Cylindrical scrub brush Check tension -- 2
drive belts
200 Hours 12 FaST Air filter (option) Clean -- 1
500 Hours 10 Vacuum fan motor Check motor brushes -- 1
1000 7 Scrub brush motors Check motor brushes -- 2
Hours 11 Propelling motor Check motor brushes -- 1
11 Transaxle Check lubricant level GL 1
SPL -- Special lubricant, Lubriplate EMB grease (TENNANT part no. 01433--1)
GL -- SAE 90 weight gear lubricant

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LUBRICATION

REAR CASTERS
The rear casters each have one grease fitting on
the caster swivel. Lubricate the caster with a
grease gun containing Lubriplate EMB grease
(TENNANT part no. 01433--1) every 100 hours of
machine operation.

TRANSAXLE
Check the transaxle lubricant level every 1000
hours of operation by removing one of the orange
filler plugs. If needed, add SAE 90 weight gear
lubricant.

BATTERIES

The batteries are unique in that they hold their

power for long periods of time. The lifetime of the
batteries is limited by the number of charges the
batteries receive. To get the most life from the
batteries, charge them when the battery discharge
indicator’s needle remains in the red zone of the
indicator.

Periodically clean the top surface of the batteries

and the terminals, and check for loose
connections. Use a strong solution of baking soda
and water. Brush the solution sparingly over the
battery tops, terminals, and cable clamps. Do not
allow any baking soda solution to enter the
batteries. Use a wire brush to clean the terminal
posts and the cable connectors. 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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Keep all metallic objects off the top of the
batteries, which may cause a short circuit.
Replace any worn or damaged wires.

Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell

before and after charging, and after every 50
hours of operation. Do not charge the batteries
unless the fluid is slightly above the battery plates.
If needed, add just enough distilled water to cover
the plates. Never add acid to the batteries. Do not
overfill. Always keep the battery caps on, except
when adding water or taking hydrometer readings.

Measuring the specific gravity, using a

hydrometer, is a way to determine the charge
level and condition of the batteries. If one or more
of the battery cells test lower than the other
battery cells (0.050 or more), the cell is damaged,
shorted, or is about to fail.

NOTE: Do not take readings immediately after

adding distilled water. If the water and acid are not
thoroughly mixed, the readings may not be
accurate. Check the hydrometer readings against
the following chart to determine the remaining
battery charge level:
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SPECIFIC GRAVITY BATTERY

at 27_ C (80_F) CHARGE
1.265 100% Charged
1.223 75% Charged
1.185 50% Charged
1.148 25% Charged
1.110 Discharged
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 THE BATTERIES

1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a
well-ventilated area.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

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FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Lift up the solution tank to get access to the

batteries.

NOTE: The solution tank must be empty.

4. Check the water level in all the battery cells.

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5. If the level is low, add just enough distilled

water to cover the battery plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow
during charging due to expansion.

NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place

while charging.

FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or

servicing machine, avoid contact with
battery acid.

6. Plug the charger connector into the battery

connector.

WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen

gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.

7. Plug the battery charger into the wall outlet.

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NOTE: If the red “ABNORMAL CYCLE” lamp
lights when the TENNANT charger is plugged into
a wall outlet, the charger cannot charge the
battery and there is something wrong with the
battery.

8. The TENNANT charger will start

automatically. When the batteries are fully
charged, the TENNANT charger will
automatically turn off.

9. After the charger has turned off, unplug the

charger from the wall outlet.

10.Unplug the charger connector from the

battery connector on the machine.

FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or

servicing machine, avoid contact with
battery acid.

11. Check the electrolyte level in each battery

cell after charging. If needed, add distilled
water to raise the electrolyte level to about
12 mm (0.4 in) below the bottom of the sight
tubes.

12. Lower the solution tank.

13. Pull up on the support arm and rotate the

stop arm out of the way to allow the solution
tank to close completely.

ELECTRIC MOTORS

The carbon brushes on the vacuum fan motor

should be inspected after every 500 hours of
machine operation. The carbon brushes on the
scrub brush motors and propelling motor should
be inspected after every 1000 hours of machine
operation.

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SCRUB HEAD

The machine can be equipped with either a disk

brush, or cylindrical brush scrub head. Both scrub
heads contain skirts to control over-spray from the
scrub brushes.

DISK BRUSH SCRUB HEAD SKIRT

Make sure the scrub head skirt touches the floor
all the way around when the scrub head is
lowered. Check the skirt for damage or wear daily.

ADJUSTING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRT

1. Lower the scrub head on a level floor.

2. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Check to see if the scrub head skirt touches

the floor all the way around the scrub head.

4. If the skirt needs to be adjusted, pull the

strap end away from the skirt. Loosen the
strap from the buckle, and move the skirt up
or down to touch the floor.

NOTE: Replace the scrub head skirt when it is

damaged or no longer is able to touch the floor.

5. Pull the strap tight through the buckle, and

attach the strap end to the skirt using the
hook and loop fastener.

6. Raise the scrub head.

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REPLACING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRT
1. Lower the scrub head.

2. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Pull the strap end away from the skirt.

Loosen and pull the strap from the buckle.

4. Pull the old skirt off the scrub head.

5. Put the new skirt on the scrub head, lining

up the notches under the rollers.

6. Pull the strap tight through the buckle, and

attach the strap end to the skirt using the
hook and loop fastener.

7. Adjust the skirt as stated in ADJUSTING

THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRT.

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CYLINDRICAL BRUSH SCRUB HEAD SKIRTS
The four head skirts should just touch the floor.
Check the skirts for damage or wear daily.

ADJUSTING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRTS

1. Lower the scrub head on a level floor.

2. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Check to see if the scrub head skirts touch

the floor.

4. If any of the skirts needs adjusting, loosen

the retainer strip hardware and slide the skirt
to the proper adjustment. Tighten the
retainer strip hardware.

REPLACING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRTS

1. Raise the scrub head.

2. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Remove the retainer strip and hardware.

4. Replace the old skirt with a new skirt and

mount in place with the retainer strip and
hardware.

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REMOVING OR REPLACING THE SCRUB
HEAD
The scrub heads are available in two brush types,
and three widths. The scrub heads are
interchangeable when the scrub brush motor
circuit breakers, installed in the operator console,
match the circuit breakers needed as shown in
the following chart:

SCRUB HEAD/CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Scrub head Disk HD Disk Cylindrical

Model 700
700 mm 20 A -- 20 A
(28 in)
Model 800
800 mm 20 A 35 A 20 A
(32 in)
Model 900
900 mm -- 35 A 20 A
(36 in)

NOTE: To interchange the model 800 or the

model 900 heavy duty disk head with one of the
other available scrub heads, you must change the
scrub brush motor circuit breakers in the operator
console. Interchanging the scrub heads without
changing the scrub brush motor circuit breakers
will cause the scrub brush motors or circuit
breakers to fail.

NOTE: When you change to a different width

scrub head, be sure to install the appropriate
width squeegee and machine front cover.

1. Lower the scrub head.

2. Turn the machine power off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Remove the machine front cover.

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4. Disconnect the solution line from the scrub
head tee fitting.

5. Disconnect the wire harness.

6. Disconnect the scrub head from the guide

by removing the clevis pin.

7. Disconnect the lift arms from the scrub head

by removing the two clevis pins.

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8. Mark the location on the actuator tube on
the actuator shaft before disconnecting the
actuator. Disconnect the actuator from the
scrub head by removing the clevis pin.

9. To install the scrub head, connect the lift

arms to the scrub head with the two clevis
pins.

10. Connect the scrub head to the guide with

the clevis pin.

11. Make sure the actuator tube lines up with

the mark made earlier on the actuator shaft.
If not, turn the actuator tube until it does.
Connect the actuator to the scrub head with
the clevis pin.

12. Connect the wire harness.

13. Connect the solution line to the scrub head

tee fitting.

LEVELING THE SCRUB HEAD

NOTE: Check the tires for correct tire pressure
before leveling the scrub head.

1. Make sure the scrub head is lowered to the

floor.

2. Check the level of the scrub head by

measuring the distance from the top of the
scrub head, to the floor at all four corners.
The scrub head should measure the same
on all four corners.

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3. If the scrub head is not level at all four
corners, loosen the jam nut on the
adjustment screw located on the top of the
scrub head. Turn the adjustment screw until
the scrub head measures level. Tighten the
jam nut.

4. Install the machine front cover.

5. Cylindrical scrub head: Check the brush

pattern as described in CHECKING AND
ADJUSTING CYLINDRICAL BRUSH
PATTERN.

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SCRUB BRUSHES

The scrub brushes should be checked daily for

wire or string tangled around the brush or brush
drive hub. The brushes should also be checked
for any damage and wear.

DISK BRUSHES
The disk brushes should be replaced if large
amounts of bristles are missing, or if the
remaining bristles’ length is less than 10 mm
(0.38 in).

NOTE: Be sure to replace brushes in sets.

Otherwise one brush will be more aggressive than
the other.

Cleaning pads must be placed on pad drives

before they are ready to use. The cleaning pad is
held in place by a pad holder.

Cleaning pads need to be cleaned immediately

after using with soap and water. Do not wash the
pads with a pressure washer. Hang dry pads, or
lie flat to dry.

REPLACING THE DISK BRUSHES

1. Raise the scrub head.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Open the access cover on either corner of

the scrub head.

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4. Turn the brush until you can see the brush
spring clip.

5. Press the brush spring clip together with

your thumb and index finger. The brush will
drop off the brush drive hub.

6. Pull the brush out from under the scrub

head.

7. Place the new scrub brush on the floor in

front of the scrub head. Push the brush
under the scrub head.

8. Line up the brush drive socket with the drive

plug.

9. Lift the scrub brush into the drive plug.

10. Check to make sure the brush is securely

mounted on the brush drive hub.

11. Close the scrub head access cover.

12. Repeat for the other brush.

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CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES
Check the brush taper and rotate the brushes
from front-to-rear every 50 hours of operation, for
maximum brush life and best scrubbing
performance.

The cylinder brushes should be replaced if large

amounts of bristles are missing, or if the
remaining bristles’ length is less than 10 mm
(0.38 in).

NOTE: Be sure to replace brushes in sets.

Otherwise one brush will be more aggressive than
the other.

REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES

1. Raise the scrub head.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Push down on the mounting spring and the

idler door, then pull out on the bottom of the
door. Push down on the spring until the door
releases from the scrub head. Pull the idle
plug off the brush.

4. Pull the brush out of the scrub head.

5. With the double row end of the brush

towards you, guide the brush onto the drive
hub.

NOTE: Use the double rows on the idler end of

the brush.

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6. Insert the Idler plug of the idler door into the
brush.

7. Push down on the door to catch the door in

the scrub head, then pull up on the door to
latch it in the spring.

8. Repeat for the other brush on the other side

of the scrub head.

NOTE: The idler doors have stamped letters that

correspond with letters on the scrub head. Make
sure the idler doors are placed back on the same
side of the scrub head that they were originally
removed from.

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING CYLINDRICAL

BRUSH PATTERN
NOTE: Check the tires for correct tire pressure
and make sure the solution tank is full before
checking or adjusting the brush pattern.

1. Apply chalk, or some other material that will

not blow easily away, to a smooth, level
floor.

2. Raise the scrub head. Position the scrub

head over the chalked area.

3. Set the parking brake if your machine has

this option.

4. Lower the scrub head for 15 to 20 seconds

while keeping the scrub head in one spot in
the chalked area.

NOTE: If chalk or other material is not available,

allow the brushes to spin on the floor for two
minutes. A polish mark will remain on the floor.

5. Raise the scrub head and move the machine

away from the chalked area. Turn the
machine power off.

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6. Observe the shape of the brush patterns. If
the brush patterns have parallel sides, the
brushes do not need taper adjustment.

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If one or both of the brush patterns are

tapered, the brushes will have to be adjusted
to straighten the brush pattern.

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A. Remove the idler door by pushing down

on the mounting spring and the idler
door, then pulling out on the bottom of
the door. Push down on the spring until
the door releases from the scrub head.
Pull the idle plug off the brush.

B. While holding the flat end of the idler

shaft with a wrench, loosen the
mounting screw on the outside of the
idler door.

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C. Turn the idler shaft to raise or lower the
end of the brush as needed to
straighten the brush pattern. Tighten
the mounting screw.

D. Check the brush patterns again and

readjust as necessary.

The brush patterns should be the same

width. If one is narrower then the other,
loosen the jam nut on the adjustment screw
located on the top of the scrub head.

Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to

increase the front brush pattern width. Turn
the adjustment screw counter-clockwise to
increase the back brush pattern width.
Check the brush patterns again. Adjust until
the front and back patterns are the same
width.

Tighten the jam nut.

SOLUTION SYSTEM

RECOVERY TANK
The recovery tank stores recovered solution. The
recovery tank should be drained and cleaned
daily. The outside of the tank can be cleaned with
vinyl cleaner.

Rinse and wipe off the level sensors daily. The

level sensors are located inside the recovery tank.

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ES option: The ES filter should be cleaned daily.

NOTE: Do not use steam to clean the tank.

A vacuum fan filter is located in the recovery tank,

for machines serial number 006956 and above.
Remove and clean this filter daily. Clean by
shaking dust or rinsing pleats with low pressure
water. For machines below serial number 006956,
a screen is located in the solution tank.

NOTE: Be sure the vacuum filter is dry before

reinstalling it in the machine.

SOLUTION TANK
The solution tank stores the cleaning solution.

The solution tank does not require regular

maintenance. If deposits form on the bottom of
the tank, rinse the tank with a strong blast of
warm water. The tank can be flushed through the
fill opening and top access hole.

ES option: The solution tank should be drained

and cleaned daily.

The solution tank contains one standard solution

line filter, and one solution line filter for the power
wand option. If the filters become dirty, the
solution flow will be reduced. Check and clean
these filters if necessary.

NOTE: Do not use steam to clean the tank.

A vacuum fan screen is located in the solution

tank, for machines below serial number 006956.
Remove and clean this screen daily. For
machines serial number 006956 and above, a
filter is located in the recovery tank.

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FaST SYSTEM (OPTION)

FaST SYSTEM FILTER SCREEN

The FaST system filter screen is located under
the solution tank and filters the water from the
solution tank as it flows into the FaST system.

Remove the filter screen bowl and clean the filter

screen after every 50 hours of machine operation.
Empty the solution tank before removing the filter.

FaST SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTOR

The FaST supply hose connector is located below
the FaST PAK holder. Soak the connector in
warm water if detergent buildup is visible. When a
FaST PAK carton is not installed, store the supply
hose connector on the storing plug to prevent the
hose from clogging.

FaST SYSTEM AIR PUMP FILTER

The FaST system air filter is located on top of the
air pump.

Remove and clean out the air filter with

compressed air after every 200 hours of FaST
scrubbing.

FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine,

stop on level surface, wear eye
protection when using pressurized air.

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SQUEEGEE

The squeegee assembly channels water into the

vacuum fan suction. The front blade channels the
water, and the rear blade wipes the floor.

Check the squeegee blades for damage and wear

daily. Rotate or replace either of the squeegee
blades if the leading edge is torn or worn half-way
through the thickness of the blade.

The squeegee can be adjusted for leveling and

deflection. The deflection and leveling of the
squeegee blades should be checked daily, or
when scrubbing a different type of floor.

The squeegee assembly can be removed from

the squeegee pivot to prevent damage during
transport of the machine, or when changing to a
different squeegee width. The squeegees are
available in three widths to be used with the three
different model scrub heads; model 700 (700 mm
(28 in)), model 800 (800 mm (32 in)), and model
900 (900 mm (36 in)).

REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY

1. Raise the squeegee.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Remove the squeegee suction hose from

the squeegee.

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4. Loosen the two mounting knobs.

5. Pull the squeegee off the machine.

INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY

1. Make sure the squeegee is raised.

2. Place the squeegee under the squeegee

pivot.

3. Slide the squeegee frame onto the

squeegee pivot.

4. Tighten the mounting knobs.

5. Push the squeegee suction hose on the

squeegee.

LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE

Leveling of the squeegee assures even contact
the length of the squeegee blade with the surface
being scrubbed. Make sure this adjustment is
done on an even, level floor.

1. Turn the machine power on.

2. Lower the squeegee.

3. Drive the machine forward, then turn the

machine power off.

4. Look at the deflection of the squeegee

blade, over the full length of the squeegee
blade.

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5. If the deflection is not the same over the full
length of the blade, turn the squeegee
leveling knob counter-clockwise to increase
the deflection at the ends of the squeegee.

Turn the squeegee leveling knob clockwise

to decrease the deflection at the ends of the
squeegee blade.

6. Drive the machine forward again with the

squeegee down to check the squeegee
blade deflection.

7. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if

necessary.

ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE BLADE DEFLECTION

Deflection is the amount of curl the squeegee
blade has when the machine moves forward with
the squeegee lowered to the floor. The best
deflection is when the squeegee wipes the floor
just dry with a minimum amount of deflection.

1. Turn the machine power on.

2. Lower the squeegee.

3. Drive the machine forward, and look at the

deflection of the squeegee blade. The
correct amount of deflection is 12 mm 12 mm
(0.50 in) for scrubbing smooth floors and (0.50 in)
15 mm (0.62 in) for rough floors.

4. Turn the machine power off. 03719

5. To adjust the amount of deflection, turn the

squeegee deflection cams counter-clockwise
to decrease the blade deflection.

Turn the squeegee deflection cams

clockwise to increase blade deflection.

6. Drive the machine forward again to check

the squeegee blade deflection.

7. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if

necessary.

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ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE GUIDE
ROLLERS
At each end of the squeegee are guide rollers to
guide the squeegee blade end along a wall.
Loosen the nut at the top of the guide roller and
move the roller in or out to adjust how close the
end of the squeegee blade comes to the wall. The
squeegee blade end should be further away from
the wall when the floor curves up into the wall.

SQUEEGEE BLADES

The squeegee has two squeegee blades, the front

and back. Each blade has four wiping edges. To
use them all, start with one wiping edge. To use
the next wiping edge, rotate the blade
end-for-end. To use the next wiping edge, rotate
the top edges down, bottom edges up. To use the
last edge, rotate the blade end-for-end.

Replace any worn or damaged squeegee blades.

REPLACING OR ROTATING THE REAR

SQUEEGEE BLADE
1. Make sure the squeegee is raised off the
floor.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Loosen the two retention knobs, one at each

end on the squeegee.

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4. Pull off the rear retaining band.

5. Pull off the rear squeegee blade.

6. Insert the rotated or new squeegee blade

and then insert the retainer band.

7. Tighten the two retention knobs until the

ends of the front and rear squeegee blades
touch. Do not overtighten.

REPLACING OR ROTATING THE FRONT

SQUEEGEE BLADE
1. Make sure the squeegee is raised off the
floor.

2. Turn the machine power off and set the

parking brake if your machine has this
option.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or

servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.

3. Remove the squeegee from the machine.

See REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY.

4. Remove the rear squeegee blade and

retainer. See REPLACING OR ROTATING
THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE.

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5. Loosen the two remaining knobs on top of
the squeegee assembly.

6. Pull the retainer plate back and pull out the

front squeegee blade of the squeegee
frame.

7. Insert the rotated or new squeegee blade in

the squeegee frame, lining up the slots in
the blade with the tabs on the retainer plate.

8. Push the retainer plate forward. Tighten the

two outside knobs on top of the squeegee
assembly.

9. Insert the rear squeegee blade and retainer.

Tighten the two rear blade retention knobs
until the ends of the front and rear squeegee
blades touch. Do not overtighten.

10. Install the squeegee assembly on the

squeegee pivot. See INSTALLING THE
SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY.

11. Adjust the squeegee blade leveling and

deflection as stated in LEVELING THE
SQUEEGEE and ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE
BLADE DEFLECTION.

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BELTS AND CHAINS

BRUSH DRIVE BELT

The two brush drive belts are located on the
cylindrical brush scrub head. The belts drive the
cylindrical brushes. Proper new belt tension is a 3
mm (0.1 in) deflection from a force of 1.37 to 1.48
kg (3.0 to 3.26 lb) at the belt midpoint.

When reusing an old belt, measure and record the

belt tension before removal, so that the belt can
be reinstalled at the same tension.

If the old belt tension was not recorded, the

recommended force per old belts is
1.03 to 1.14 kg (2.28 to 2.52 lb) with a deflection
of 3 mm (0.1 in).

Check the belt tension and wear every 100 hours

of operation.

STATIC DRAG CHAIN

A static drag chain prevents the buildup of static
electricity in the machine. The chain is attached to
the transaxle.

Make sure the chain is always touching the floor.

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TIRES

The standard front tires are pneumatic.

Check the front tire pressure every 50 hours of

operation. The proper tire air pressure is
415 to 450 kPa (60 to 65 psi).

The front wheel lug nuts should be tightened to

102 to 115 Nm (75 to 85 ft lb).

PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING THE

MACHINE

PUSHING THE MACHINE

If the machine becomes disabled, it can be
pushed if necessary.

Unplug the drive motor from the electrical harness

before attempting to push a disabled machine.
The machine will become easier to maneuver
when it is unplugged.

ATTENTION! Do not push the machine

for a long distance and without
unplugging the drive motor or damage
may occur to the propelling system.

Only push a disabled machine for a very short

distance and do not exceed 3.2 kp/h (2 mph). It is
NOT intended to be pushed for a long distance or
at a high speed.

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TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
1. Position the rear of the machine at the
loading edge of the truck or trailer.

FOR SAFETY: Use truck or trailer that

will support the weight of the machine.

NOTE: Empty the recovery and solution tanks

before transporting the machine.

2. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is

higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground,
use a winch to load machine.

If the loading surface is horizontal AND is

380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground, the
machine may be pushed onto the truck or
trailer.

3. To winch the machine onto the truck or

trailer, attach the winching chains to the rear
tie down locations on either side of the
machine frame by the rear casters.

4. Unplug the drive motor from the electrical

harness before attempting to winch the
machine. The machine will become easier to
maneuver when it is unplugged.

FOR SAFETY: When loading machine

onto truck or trailer, use winch. Do not
push the machine onto the truck or
trailer unless the loading surface is
horizontal AND is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.

5. Position the machine onto the truck or trailer

as far as possible. If the machine starts to
veer off the centerline of the truck or trailer,
stop and straighten the machine.

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6. Lower the scrub head with the brushes
installed, lower the squeegee, and set the
machine parking brake, if equipped when
transporting the machine. Block the machine
tires and tie down the machine to the truck
or trailer before transporting.

NOTE: Do not use the steering handles to

secure the machine for transport.

Secure a strap over the top of the machine

to prevent the machine from tipping.

The rear tie-down locations are on either

side of the machine frame by the rear
casters.

7. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is

higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground,
use a winch to unload machine.

If the loading surface is horizontal AND is

380 mm (15 in) or less from the ground, the
machine may be pushed off the truck or
trailer.

FOR SAFETY: When unloading machine

off truck or trailer, use winch. Do not
push the machine off the truck or trailer
unless the loading surface is horizontal
AND 380 mm (15 in) or less from the
ground.

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MACHINE JACKING

Empty the recovery and solution tanks before

jacking the machine. You can jack up the machine
for service anywhere under the recovery tank.
Use a hoist or jack that will support the weight of
the machine. Use a piece of wood to distribute the
machine weight load.

Always stop the machine on a flat level surface

and block the machine tires before jacking up the
machine.

FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine,

block machine tires before jacking
machine up.

FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine,

jack machine up at designated locations
only. Block machine up with jack
stands.

STORAGE INFORMATION

The following steps should be taken when storing

the machine for extended periods of time.

1. Drain and clean the solution and recovery

tanks.

2. Park the machine in a cool, dry area.

3. Remove the batteries, or charge them after

every three months.

FREEZE PROTECTION
1. Be sure the solution tank is empty.

2. Pour 3.8 L (1 gal) of pre-mixed

automotive-type windshield washer solution
into the solution tank.

3. Turn the machine power on.

4. Start the solution flow. Start the power wand

solution system or ESt system to circulate
the washer solution through the
components.

5. The washer solution does not need to be

drained from the solution tank.

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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES

Item Dimension/capacity
Length with cylindrical scrub head 1600 mm (63 in)
Length with 700 mm (28 in) disk scrub head 1625 mm (64 in)
Length with 800 mm (32 in) disk scrub head 1660 mm (65.25 in)
Length with 900 mm (36 in) disk scrub head 1690 mm (66.5 in)
Width (less squeegee and scrub head) 720 mm (28.25 in)
Height 1090 mm (43 in)
Disk brush diameter for 700 mm (28 in) scrub 355 mm (14 in)
head
Disk brush diameter for 800 mm (32 in) scrub 405 mm (16 in)
head
Disk brush diameter for 900 mm (36 in) scrub 455 mm (18 in)
head
Cylindrical brush diameter 150 mm (6 in)
Cylindrical brush length for 700 mm (28 in) scrub 700 mm (28.00 in)
head
Cylindrical brush length for 800 mm (32 in) scrub 800 mm (32.00 in)
head
Cylindrical brush length for 900 mm (36 in) scrub 900 mm (36.00 in)
head
Squeegee width for 700 mm (28 in) scrub head 950 mm (37.5 in)
Squeegee width for 800 mm (32 in) scrub head 1070 mm (42 in)
Squeegee width for 900 mm (36 in) scrub head 1160 mm (45.5 in)
Scrubbing path width for 700 mm (28 in) scrub 700 mm (28 in)
head
Scrubbing path width for 800 mm (32 in) scrub 800 mm (32 in)
head
Scrubbing path width for 900 mm (36 in) scrub 900 mm (36 in)
head
Solution tank capacity (recommended usage) 114 L (30 gal)
Solution tank capacity (maximum) 133 L (35 gal)
Recovery tank capacity to full sensor 114 L (30 gal)
Recovery tank capacity to top of tank 152 L (40 gal)
Transaxle 90 weight gear lubricant capacity 1.42 L (1.5 qt)
GVWR 690 kg (1520 lb)

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FaST SYSTEM (OPTION)

Item Measure
Solution pump 36 Volt DC, 5A, 5.7 LPM (1.5 GPM) open flow,
45 psi bypass setting
Solution flow rate 0.83 LPM (0.22 GPM)
Detergent pump 36 Volt DC
Concentrate flow rate 0.9 CC/Minute (0.03 Ounces/Minute)
Concentrate to water dilution ratio 1:1000
Air pump 36 Volt DC, 0.6 Maximum Amp draw
Air pump flow rate 8.7 LPM (0.3 CFM) open flow

GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE

Item Measure
Aisle turnaround width with 700 mm (28 in) scrub 1680 mm (66.25 in)
head
Aisle turnaround width with 800 mm (32 in) scrub 1700 mm (67 in)
head
Aisle turnaround width with 900 mm (36 in) scrub 1725 mm (67.5 in)
head
Maximum rated climb and descent angle with 8_
empty tanks
Maximum rated climb and descent angle with full 6_
tanks

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POWER TYPE

Type Quantity Volts Ah Rating Weight

Batteries 6 6 235 @ 20 hr rate 30 kg (67 lb)
6 6 335 @ 20 hr rate 47 kg (104 lb)

Type Use VDC Kw (hp)

Electric Motors Scrub brush (disk) 36 0.45 (0.60)
Heavy duty scrub brush (disk) 36 0.75 (1)
Scrub brush (cylindrical) 36 0.56 (0.75)
Vacuum fan 36 0.63 (0.85)
Propelling 36 0.37 (0.50)

Type VDC amp Hz Phase VAC

Chargers (Smart) 36 20 60 1 115
36 30 60 1 115
Chargers 36 20 50 1 230
(I t
(International)
ti l)
36 20 50 1 245
36 30 50 1 230
36 30 50 1 245

TIRES

Location Type Size Pressure

Front (2) Pneumatic 4.10/3.5 -- 6 415 to 450 kPa (60 to 65 psi)
Front (2) Solid (option) 1.2/3.0--6 --
Rear, casters (2) Solid, non-marking 5 x 2 in --

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950 mm (37.5 in)

1065 mm (42 in)
1155 mm (45.5 in)

1600 mm (63 in)

1625 mm (64 in)
1660 mm (65.25 in)
1690 mm (66.5 in)

1090 mm (43 in) 720 mm (28.25 in)

10189
MACHINE DIMENSIONS

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A Controls, 8
Battery discharge indicator, 12
Adjusting brush pattern, Cylindrical, 68–70 Brush pressure gauge, 12
Adjusting squeegee deflection, 75 Circuit breakers, 16
ES switch, 12
Adjusting squeegee guide rollers, 76 FaST switch (option), 11
Aisle turn, 85 Fuse, 17
Height adjustment latch, 10
Hourmeter, 14
B Machine on light, 14
On-off key switch, 14
Batteries, 54–56
Power kill switch, 15
Charger specifications, 86
Power wand switch, 10
Charging, 55–57
Recovery tank full light, 11
Discharge indicator, 12
Scrub brushes down light, 13
Maintenance, 54
Scrub brushes switch, 13
Specifications, 86
Solution flow lever, 10
Battery, Fluid level, 22, 39 Squeegee down pressure cams, 19
Battery discharge indicator, 12 Squeegee leveling knob, 19
Squeegee lever, 15
Belts, 79 Steering handles, 9
Brush drive belt, 79 Symbols, 7
Brakes, Parking, 19 Cylindrical brushes
Brush, 39 Adjusting scrub head skirt, 60
Pressure gauge, 12 Replacing scrub head skirts, 60
Brush pressure gauge, 12 Cylindrical scrub head, Debris trough, 37
Brushes, 65–70
Cylindrical, 67 D
Adjusting pattern, 68–70
Disk, 65 Debris tray, Clean, 22, 39
Light, 13 Debris trough, 37
Maintenance, 22, 39
Scrubbing, 28 Dimensions, 84
Switch, 13 Disk brushes
Adjusting the scrub head skirt, 58
Replacing scrub head skirt, 59
C
Double scrubbing, 31
Cams, Squeegee down pressure, 19
Draining and cleaning the tanks, 33–37
Capacities, 84
Chains, 79
Static drag, 79
Circuit breakers, 16
Scrub brushes, 61

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Electric motors, 57, 86 Installing the squeegee, 74
Electrical
Batteries, 54–56
Charging batteries, 55–57
J
Circuit breakers, 16 Jack points, 83
Electrical system, Fuse, 17 Jacking, 83
ES
Clean tanks, 22, 39
Detergent level, 22, 39 K
Draining and cleaning tanks, 34 Knob, Speed reduction, 15
Filling tanks, 26
Knobs, Squeegee leveling, 19
ES switch, 12

L
F
Latch, Steering height adjustment, 10
FaST, System, 72
Leveling the scrub head, 63
FaST pak agent (option), Installing, 23–25
Leveling the squeegee, 74
FaST pak agent installation, 23–25
Levers
FaST Supply Hose Connector, 72 Parking brake, 19
FaST switch (option), 11 Solution flow, 10
Squeegee, 15
FaST System, 72
Lights
FaST system (option), 21
Machine on, 14
FaST System Air Pump Filter, 72 Recovery tank full, 11
FaST System Filter Screen, 72 Scrub brushes down, 13
Filling the tanks, 25–27 Lubrication, 54
Rear casters, 54
Filter Transaxle, 54
FaST System Air Pump Filter, 72
FaST System Filter Screen, 72 Lug nuts, Front wheel, 80
Vacuum fan inlet, 22, 39
Freeze protection, 83 M
Front wheel, Tires, 80
Machine, Jacking, 83
Front wheels, Lug nuts, 80
Machine components, 6
Fuse, 17
Machine dimensions, 87
Machine tie down location, 82
G Maintenance, 52–76
Gauge, Brush pressure, 12 Intervals, 52
Recommended, 5
Grease fittings, Rear casters, 54
Maintenance chart, 52
Motors, Electric, 57, 86
H
Hoses
N
Recovery tank drain, 18
Solution tank, 17 Normal scrubbing, 28
Hourmeter, 14
How the machine works, 20

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O Rotating front squeegee blades, 77

On-off key switch, 14 Rotating rear squeegee blades, 76

Operation, 5–42
Operation on inclines, 38 S
Operator Responsibility, 5 Safety
Options, 42–49 Labels, 4
ES switch, 12 Precautions, 3
FaST pak agent installation , 23–25 Stop arm, 18
FaST switch, 11 Support arm, 18
FaST System, 72 Screen, FaST System Filter Screen, 72
FaST System specifications, 85 Scrub brushes, 65–70
Power wand, 46–50 Cylindrical, 67
Power wand switch, 10 Adjusting pattern, 68–70
Vacuum wand, 42–45 Replacing, 67
Disk, 65
Replacing, 65
P
Scrub brushes down light, 13
Parking brake, 19
Scrub brushes switch, 13
Post-operation checklist, 39
Scrub head, 58–64
Power kill switch, 15 Brush drive belt, 79
Power wand switch, 10 Cylindrical brushes, 60
Adjusting skirts, 60
Pre-operation checklist, 22 Replacing skirts, 60
Pushing and transporting machine, 80 Disk brushes, 58
Pushing machine, 80 Replacing skirt, 59
Skirt adjusting, 58
Pushing the machine, 80 Leveling, 63
Removing or replacing, 61–63
R Scrubbing
Double, 31
Rated incline and descent, 85 Normal, 28
Recoevery tank, Drain and clean, 22, 39 Stop, 32

Recovery tank, 70 Scrubbing brushes, 28

Draining and cleaning, 33–37 Scrubbing pads, 28
Full light, 11
Seals, Tank Cover, 22, 39
Hose, 18
Optical sensors, Cleaning, 70 Sensors
Sensors, Cleaning, 36 Optical, Recovery tank, 70
Recovery tank, 36
Recovery tank drain hose, 18
Service records, 22, 39
Recovery tank full light, 11
Skirts
Recovery tank optical sensor, 70
Cylindrical brushes, 60
Recovery tank sensor, 36 Disk brushes, 58
Removing or replacing scrub head, 61–63 Solution
Removing the squeegee, 73 Filling the tanks, 25–27
Flow lever, 10
Replacing cylindrical brushes, 67 System, 70
Replacing front squeegee blades, 77 Tank hose, 17
Replacing rear squeegee blades, 76
Replacing the disk brush, 65

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Solution flow lever, 10 Stop arm, 18
Solution System, 70 Stop scrubbing, 32
Solution Tank, 71 Stop the machine, 38
Solution tank Storage information, 83
Draining and cleaning, 33–37 Freeze protection, 83
Filling, 25–27 Support arm, 18
Hose, 17
Stop arm, 18 Switches
Support arm, 18 ES, 12
FaST, 11
Solution tank hose, 17 On-off key, 14
Specifications, 84–86 Power kill, 15
Chargers, 86 Power wand, 10
Electric motors, 86 Scrub brushes, 13
FaST System, 85
Machine capacities, 84
Machine dimensions, 84 T
Machine performance, 85
Tanks
Power type, 86
Recovery, 70
Tires, 86
Solution, 71
Speed reduction knob, 15
Tie down location, 82
Squeegee, 73–76
Tires, 80–81
Adjustment, 22, 39
Pressure, 80
Blades, 76
Specifications, 86
Replacing or rotating front, 77
Replacing or rotating rear, 76 Transaxle, 54
Deflection, 22 Transporting machine, 80
Adjusting, 75
Down pressure cams, 19 Transporting the machine, 81
Guide rollers, Adjusting, 76 Troubleshooting, 40
Leveling, 74
Leveling knob, 19
Lever, 15 V
Squeegee assembly Vacuum wand, 42–45
Installing, 74
Removing, 73
Squeegee blades, 76
Squeegee down pressure cams, 19
Squeegee leveling knob, 19
Squeegee lever, 15
Staring the machine, 25
Static drag chain, 79
Steering handles, 9
Height adjustment, 10

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