T16 (Battery)

Rider Scrubber
English EN
Operator Manual

9008308
Rev. 00 (3-2011)

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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 including
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 N.V.
Industrielaan 6 5405 AB
P.O. Box 6 5400 AA Uden--The Netherlands
europe@tennantco.com
www.tennantco.com

Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.

Original Instructions, copyright E 2011 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR MACHINERY

(according to Annex II A of the Machinery Directive)

TENNANT N.V. Herewith declares, on our own responsibility, that the machinery

Industrielaan 6 5405 AB T16

P.O. Box 6 5400 AA -- is in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), as amended and with national
Uden -- The Netherlands implementing legislation
Uden, 21--05--2010 -- is in conformity with the provisions of the Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC

and that
-- the following harmonized standards or parts of these standards have been applied: EN ISO 14121--1, EN
1037, EN 60335--1, EN 60204--1, EN ISO 13849--1, EN ISO 13849--2, EN 60529, EN ISO 4413, EN 349, EN
55012, EN 61000--6--2, EN ISO 11201, EN ISO 4871, EN ISO 3744*, EN ISO 13059*, EN ISO 3450, EN
60335--2--72.
-- the following national standards or parts of these standards have been used:
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 CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Page Page
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Machine Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Controls And Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Charging The Batteries
Touch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 (Off--Board Charger) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Operation Of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Scrub Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Battery Discharge Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 8 Disk Brushes And Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Replacing Disk Brushes Or
Recovery Tank Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pad Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Solution Tank Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Replacing Disk Scrub Pads . . . . . . . 44
Power Kill Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cylindrical Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Operating / Hazard Light Switch (Option) 9 Replacing Cylindrical Scrub Brushes 45
Seat Support Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Side Brush (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Operator Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Replacing The Side Brush . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Deluxe Suspension Seat (Option) . . . . . 10 Pre--Sweep Brushes (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Replacing The Pre--Sweep Disk
Contrast Control Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Brushes (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Configuration Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Replacing The Pre--Sweep Cylindrical
Propel Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Brush (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Brake Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 FaST System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Directional Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Replacing The FaST--PAK Carton . . . . . 49
Vacuum Fan / Squeegee Button . . . . . . 12 Cleaning The FaST Supply Hose
Solution On / Off Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
How The Machine Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Squeegee Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
While Operating The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Replacing (Or Rotating) The Rear
Pre--operation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Squeegee Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Starting The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Leveling The Rear Squeegee . . . . . . . . . 53
Filling The Solution Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adjusting The Rear Squeegee Blade
Foam Scrubbing (FaST Mode) / ec--H2O Deflection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Scrubbing (ec--H2O Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Replacing Or Rotating The Side
Conventional Scrubbing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Squeegee Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
ES (Extended Scrub) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Replacing Or Rotating The Side Brush
Setting Scrub Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Squeegee Blades (Option) . . . . . . . . 56
Setting Brush Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pushing, Towing, And Transporting
Setting Solution Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Conventional Solution Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pushing Or Towing The Machine . . . . . . 58
ES (Extended Scrub) Solution Flow . . . . . . 18 Transporting The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Scrubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Machine Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Double Scrubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Storage Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Water Pickup Mode (No Scrubbing) . . . . . . 21 Priming The ec--H2O System . . . . . . . . 60
Stop Scrubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Draining And Cleaning The General Machine Dimensions/Capacities . 61
Recovery Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 General Machine Performance . . . . . . . . . . 61
Draining And Cleaning The Solution Tank Machine Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
(ES Machines Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Stop The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Fault Indicator(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Warning Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Side Brush (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Pre--Sweep Assembly (Option) . . . . . . . 28
Empty The Pre--Sweep Debris
Hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Vacuum Wand (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Rollout Battery (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear Squeegee Guard (Option) . . . . . . . 33
Spray Nozzle (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Machine Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions are used throughout 2. Before starting machine:
this manual as indicated in their description: -- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe -- Check brakes and steering for proper
practices that could result in severe operation.
personal injury or death. -- Adjust seat and fasten seat belt (if so
equipped).
CAUTION: To warn of unsafe practices
that could result in minor or moderate 3. When using machine:
personal injury. -- Do not pick up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches or
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that must be hot ashes
followed for safe operation of equipment. -- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt -- Use care when backing machine.
and dust in a well lit indoor environment. Tennant -- Do not carry passengers on machine.
does not recommend using this machine in any -- Follow mixing and handling
other environment. instructions on chemical containers.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
The following information signals potentially operation immediately.
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment. Read this manual carefully. Know 4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety -- Stop on level surface.
devices on the machine. Then, take necessary -- Turn off machine and remove key.
steps to train machine operators. Report machine
damage or faulty operation immediately. Do not 5. When servicing machine:
use the machine if it is not in proper operating -- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
condition. clothing or jewelry when working on
machine.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas. -- Block machine tires before jacking
Explosion or fire can result. Keep machine up.
sparks and open flame away. Keep -- Jack machine up at designated
locations only. Block machine up with
covers open when charging.
jack stands.
-- Use hoist or jack that will support the
WARNING: Flammable materials can
weight of the machine.
cause an explosion or fire. Do not use
-- Wear eye and ear protection when
flammable materials in tank(s). using pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
WARNING: Flammable materials or working on machine.
reactive metals can cause an explosion -- Wear protective gloves and eye
or fire. Do not pick up. protection when handling vinegar.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
FOR SAFETY: -- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized. 6. When loading/unloading machine
-- Unless operation manual is read and onto/off truck or trailer.
understood. -- Turn off machine.
-- With brake disabled. -- Use truck or trailer that will support
-- If it is not in proper operating the weight of the machine.
condition. -- Block machine tires.
-- In flammable or explosive areas. -- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.
-- In areas with possible falling objects
unless equipped with overhead guard.

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The safety labels appear on the machine in the
locations indicated. Replace damaged labels.

FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
LABEL -- LOCATED ON
UNDERSIDE OF
BATTERY CHARGING RECOVERY TANK COVER FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL --
LABEL -- LOCATED AND ON CIRCUIT LOCATED ON UNDERSIDE OF
ON SEAT PANEL. BREAKER PANEL. SOLUTION TANK COVER.

FOR SAFETY LABEL --

LOCATED ON CIRCUIT
BREAKER PANEL.

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OPERATION
MACHINE COMPONENTS

B
C
A
O
D

M
F

G
I H

J
K

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A. Recovery tank J. Pre--Sweep assembly (option)

B. Recovery tank cover K. Pre--Sweep side brush(es) (option)
C. Backup alarm / flashing light (option) L. Pre--Sweep debris hopper (option)
D. Solution tank cover M. Side brush (option)
E. Solution tank N. Operator seat
F. Rear squeegee O. FaST PAK (option)
G. Side squeegee ec--H20 System Module (option)
H. Scrub head FaST solution system (option)
I. Battery compartment

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

A
B

K
C
J

I
D

H
G
E F

A. Steering wheel
B. Touch panel
C. Side brush switch (option)
D. Spray nozzle switch (option)
E. Brake pedal
F. Propel pedal
G. Directional switch
H. Operating lights / hazard lights
switch (option)
I. Key switch
J. Pre--Sweep switch (option)
K. Power kill switch

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TOUCH PANEL

B
C D

I E
H G F

J M

K L N

P O

Q Q
R

A. Horn
B. Warning / fault indicator light
C. Battery discharge indicator
D. Hour meter
E. Configuration mode button
F. Recovery tank indicator
G. LCD display
H. Solution tank indicator
I. Contrast control button
J. Brush pressure button
K. Brush pressure indicator lights
L. 1--Step button
M. Scrub mode (ec--H2O / FaST / ES /
conventional) button
N. Vacuum fan / squeegee button
O. Solution increase button (+)
P. Solution decrease button (--)
Q. Solution on / off buttons
R. Solution flow indicator lights

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SYMBOL DEFINITIONS

These symbols are used on the machine to

identify controls, displays, and features.

Fault indicator Recovery tank

Vacuum fan / squeegee Operating lights

1--STEP Hazard light

ES (extended scrub) Scrub mode

FaST (foam scrubbing) Circuit breaker

ec--H2O (option) Spray nozzle

Solution flow Pre--Sweep

Increase Pre--sweep / Vacuum fan

Decrease On

Main brush pressure Off

Side brush Solution On / Off

Battery charge Emergency shutoff

Horn Contrast control

Hour meter Jack point

Solution tank Solution flow (maximum / minimum)

Brush pressure
Forward / Reverse
(maximum / minimum)

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RECOVERY TANK INDICATOR
OPERATION OF CONTROLS
The recovery tank indicator displays the amount
of liquid in the recovery tank. All scrubbing
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR functions will stop when the recovery tank is full.
Empty the recovery tank when the indicator
The battery discharge indicator displays the reaches 100%.
charge level of the batteries while the machine is
operating.

SOLUTION TANK INDICATOR

When the batteries are fully charged, all five bars The solution tank indicator displays the amount of
are lit. Recharge the batteries when there are no liquid in the solution tank. Refill the solution tank
longer any bars shown in the display. when there are no longer any bars shown in the
display. The machine will stop scrubbing when the
NOTE: The reading on the battery discharge solution tank is empty.
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.

NOTE: The battery discharge indicator will not

reset from the flashing indicator (lowest bar on the
indicator) unless the batteries have been fully
charged.

HOUR METER
The Hour meter records the hours the machine
was operated. Use this information to determine
machine service intervals.

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POWER KILL SWITCH SEAT SUPPORT ARM
The power kill switch immediately stops all power The seat support arm holds the seat up to allow
to the machine. access to the batteries and circuit breakers.

Stop machine power: Press the power kill switch. To engage the seat support arm, lift the seat
completely open and insert the seat support arm
Restart machine power: Turn the power kill switch into the hole in the operator seat plate.
to the right to release the switch. Turn the key
switch off, then turn the key fully clockwise and
release it to the On position.

OPERATING / HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH

(OPTION)
Operating and Hazard Lights On: Press the top of
the Operating / hazard light switch.

Operating Lights On: Press the Operating /

hazard light switch to the middle position.

All Lights Off: Press the bottom of the Operating /

hazard light switch.

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OPERATOR SEAT The lumbar knob adjusts the lower backrest
portion of the seat.
The front--to--back adjustment lever adjusts the
seat position.

The front--to--back adjustment lever adjusts the

seat position.
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT (OPTION)
The operator seat has four adjustments: backrest
angle, operator weight, lumbar, and front to back.

Use caution when tilting the deluxe seat. The

deluxe seat is heavier than the standard seat.

The backrest adjustment knob adjusts the angle

of the backrest.

SEAT BELTS
FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, adjust
seat and fasten seat belt.

The weight adjustment knob controls the firmness

of the operator seat. Use the gauge next to the
weight adjustment knob to help determine seat
firmness.

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CONTRAST CONTROL BUTTON BRAKE PEDAL
Use the Contrast control button to darken / lighten Press the Brake pedal to stop the machine.
the LCD display.

DIRECTIONAL SWITCH
CONFIGURATION MODE BUTTON
Use the Directional switch to select either the
The Configuration mode button is for accessing forward or reverse direction. Press the propel
the configuration and diagnostic modes. Only pedal to move the machine.
properly trained service personnel and TENNANT
representatives should access these modes.

NOTE: An audible alarm will sound when the

Directional switch is placed into reverse.
PROPEL PEDAL
NOTE: Machines equipped with the optional
Press the Propel pedal to move the machine. flashing light / backup alarm only: The optional
backup light and alarm will function only when the
machine is moving in reverse.

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VACUUM FAN / SQUEEGEE BUTTON
Lower squeegee and turn vacuum fan on: Press
the Vacuum fan / squeegee button. The indicator
light will illuminate when the squeegee is lowered.

Raise squeegee and turn vacuum fan off: Press

the Vacuum fan / squeegee button. The indicator
light will go out when the squeegee is raised.

NOTE: The 1--STEP button does not need to be

activated to operate the vacuum fan / squeegee
system. The vacuum fan / squeegee button can
be turned on or turned off with the 1--STEP button
either on or off.

SOLUTION ON / OFF BUTTONS

Shut off the solution flow: Press the Solution on /
off button to shut off the solution flow. All the
solution flow indicator lights will turn off.

Turn on the solution flow: Press the Solution on /

off button to turn on the solution flow. The solution
indicator lights will turn back on and the solution
flow will default to the last setting used.

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HOW THE MACHINE WORKS WHILE OPERATING THE MACHINE

The 1--STEP button makes it possible to Pick up oversized debris before scrubbing. Pick
immediately begin scrubbing by operating all the up wire, string, twine, large pieces of wood, or any
scrubbing functions. other debris that could become wrapped around
or tangled in the brushes.
When in the conventional Scrub mode, a water
and detergent mixture is used to scrub the floor. Drive in a straight a path as possible. Avoid
bumping into posts or scraping the sides of the
When in the optional ES (Extended Scrub) mode, machine. Overlap the scrub paths by several
the dirty solution in the recovery tank is filtered centimeters (a few inches).
through the ES system and returned to the
solution tank for reuse. Detergent is then injected Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply when
into the returned solution to revitalize the cleaning the machine is in motion. The machine is very
capability of the solution. responsive to the movement of the steering wheel.
Avoid sudden turns, except in emergencies.
When in the optional FaST (Foam scrubbing)
mode, the FaST scrubbing system mixes the Adjust the machine speed, brush pressure, and
FaST--PAK concentrate with a small amount of solution flow as required when scrubbing. Use the
water, creating a large volume of expanded wet lowest brush pressure and solution flow settings
foam. The FaST system can be used with all for best performance.
scrubbing applications.
If poor cleaning performance is observed, stop
When in the optional ec--H2O (electrically cleaning and refer to MACHINE
converted water) mode, normal water passes TROUBLESHOOTING in this manual.
through a module where it is oxygenated and
charged with an electric current. The electrically Perform the Daily Maintenance Procedures after
converted water changes into a blended acidic each use (see MACHINE MAINTENANCE in this
and alkaline solution forming a neutral pH cleaner. manual).
The converted water attacks the dirt, breaks it into
smaller particles, and pulls it off the floor surface Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the
allowing the machine to easily scrub away the brake pedal to control machine speed on
suspended soil. The converted water then returns descending inclines. Scrub with the machine up
to normal water in the recovery tank. The ec--H2O inclines rather than down inclines.
system can be used with all double scrubbing and
heavy duty scrubbing applications. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slowly
on inclines and slippery surfaces.

The maximum rated incline for scrubbing with the

machine is 4_ or 7%. The maximum rated incline
during transport of the machine is 8_ or 14%.

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- FaST Scrubbing: Check the FaST PAK
PRE--OPERATION CHECKLIST concentrate agent level, replace carton as
needed. See the INSTALLING THE FaST
PAK AGENT section of the manual.
Perform the following steps before operating the
machine: - For FaST or ec--H2O Scrubbing: Confirm all
conventional cleaning agents/restorers are
- Check the operating lights. drained and rinsed from the solution tank.
- Check left side squeegee for wear and - For FaST or ec--H2O Scrubbing: Confirm the
damage. solution tank is filled with clear cool water
only.
- Check main brushes for wear and damage.
Remove wire, string, or twine wrapped around - Check the brakes and steering for proper
the main scrub brushes. operation.
- Machines equipped with cylindrical brushes: - Check the tires for damage.
Confirm the debris tray is empty and clean.
- Check maintenance records to determine
- Machines equipped with side brush option: maintenance requirements.
Check for wire, string, or twine wrapped
around the scrub brush.

- Machines equipped with side brush option:

Check squeegee for wear and damage.

- Machines equipped with Pre--Sweep option:

Check for wire, string, or twine wrapped
around the scrub brush.

- Machines equipped with Pre--Sweep option:

Check dust control filter bag.

- Machines equipped with Pre--Sweep option:

Confirm debris trough is empty.

- Check the rear squeegees for wear and

damage.

- Check the recovery and solution tank cover

seals for wear or damage.

- Confirm the vacuum fan inlet filter is clean.

- Check the right side squeegee for wear and

damage.

- Machines equipped with ES option: Ensure

ES filter at bottom of recovery tank is clean.

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STARTING THE MACHINE FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK

FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, adjust FOAM SCRUBBING (FaST MODE) / ec--H2O
seat and fasten seat belt. SCRUBBING (ec--H2O MODE)

1. Sit in the operators seat. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
2. Turn the key switch completely past the on machine.
position and release the key switch. The key
switch will automatically return to the on 1. Open the solution tank cover.
position.

2. Fill the solution tank with only clean COOL

3. Place the directional switch into the direction WATER (less than 21°C / 70°F). DO NOT use
needed to travel. hot water or add any conventional floor
cleaning detergents or a FaST or ec--H2O
4. Press the propel pedal to move the machine. system failure may result. Fill the solution tank
with water until the level is approximately 50
NOTE: The machine will not travel unless the mm (2 in) below the indicator tab.
operator is sitting in the operator seat.

WARNING: Flammable materials can

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

NOTE: Do not use the FaST or ec--H2O system

when there are conventional cleaning detergents
in the solution tank. Drain, rinse, and refill the
solution tank with clear cool water before
operating the FaST or ec--H2O system.
Conventional cleaning detergents may cause a
FaST or ec--H2O system failure.

3. Close the solution tank cover.

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

1. Open the solution tank cover.

2. Partially fill solution tank with water (not to

exceed 60°C / 140°F). Pour the required
amount of detergent into the solution tank.
Continue filling the solution tank with water
until the level is approximately 50 mm (2 in)
below the indicator tab.

WARNING: Flammable materials can

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

ATTENTION: For Conventional Scrubbing,

only use recommended cleaning detergents.
Machine damage due to improper detergent
usage will void the manufacturer’s warranty.

NOTE: Pour a recommended foam control

solution into the recovery tank if excessive foam
appears. For specific detergent recommendations,
contact a Tennant representative.

3. Close the solution tank cover.

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ES (EXTENDED SCRUB) MODE 4. Fill the ES detergent tank with detergent.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing WARNING: Flammable materials can
machine, stop on level surface and turn off cause an explosion or fire. Do not use
machine. flammable materials in tank(s).
1. Open the solution tank cover.

5. Close the solution tank cover.

2. Fill solution tank with water (not to exceed
60°C / 140°F). Fill the solution tank with water
until the level is approximately 50 mm (2 in)
below the indicator tab.

3. Fill the recovery tank with water (not to

exceed 60°C / 140°F). Fill the recovery tank
to just above the top of the ES filter.

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SETTING SOLUTION FLOW
SETTING SCRUB MODES
With the 1--STEP button activated, press either
Solution increase button (+) or Solution decrease
The Scrub mode button enables the scrubbing button (--) to set the solution flow level. Travel
functions to come on when the 1--STEP button is speed and floor conditions will affect scrubbing
activated. The light and cleaning system logo next performance. The machine will default to the last
to the button will come on. The machine will setting used when the machine is powered on or
default to the last setting used when it is powered off. The solution flow indicator lights display the
on or off. current solution flow setting.

NOTE: When using the FaST or ec--H2O system

(option), the solution flow increase and solution
flow decrease buttons are nonfunctional. The
FaST and ec--H2O system flow rates are pre--set.
All three solution flow indicator lights will be lit if
the machine is in the ec--H2O or FaST mode.

NOTE: When the ES system is turned on there is

a slight delay before the ES pump begins
operating.

SETTING BRUSH PRESSURE

Under normal cleaning conditions, the brush
pressure should be set to the lowest setting (the CONVENTIONAL SOLUTION FLOW
bottom light). Under heavy grime conditions, the
brush pressure can be set to a higher setting (the Under normal soilage conditions the solution flow
top two lights). Travel speed and floor conditions level should be set to the lowest setting (the left
will affect cleaning performance. light). Under heavy grime conditions, the solution
flow level should be set to the higher settings
With the 1--STEP button activated, press the (middle or right lights).
Brush pressure button to set the brush pressure.
Use the Brush pressure button to both raise or ES (EXTENDED SCRUB) SOLUTION FLOW
lower the brush pressure settings. If brushes are
worn, it may be necessary to increase the brush For ES machines, the detergent flow is turned
pressure. The machine will default to the last off when the solution flow is in the lowest
setting used when it is powered on or off. setting (one light). The middle setting (two
lights) and highest setting (three lights) allow
solution AND detergent flow. The lowest setting
(one light) allows solution flow WITHOUT adding
detergent. Detergent does not have to be
continuously added with the solution flow to attain
effective scrubbing results. Under normal soilage
conditions, the solution flow level should be
alternated between the middle and lowest setting.

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NOTE: DO NOT turn on the FaST or ec--H2O
SCRUBBING system during conventional scrubbing.
Conventional cleaning detergents could cause a
FaST or ec--H2O system failure. Drain, rinse, and
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine, unless refill the solution tank with cool clean water before
operator manual is read and understood. operating the FaST or ec--H2O system.
1. Start the machine. WARNING: Flammable materials or
reactive metals can cause an explosion
2. Press the 1--STEP button. The light near the or fire. Do not pick up.
button will come on. All the preset scrubbing
functions will turn on. FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slowly
on inclines and slippery surfaces.

NOTE: The squeegee automatically rises when

the machine is driven in reverse. This prevents
damage to the squeegee.

ec- H2O Model: If an alarm sounds and the

warning / fault indicator indicator light flashes the
ec--H2O module must be flushed to resume
ec--H2O operation (See ec--H2O MODULE
FLUSH PROCEDURE).

NOTE: When the alarm sounds press the scrub

mode button to shut off the ec--H2O system and
continue scrubbing or flush the ec--H2O system.
3. Press the scrub mode button to select the
scrub mode (ec--H2O, FaST, or ES). The ec- H2O SYSTEM
indicator light and mode logo will illuminate. INDICATOR LIGHT CONDITION
CODE
Solid blue indicator Normal operation
light
Flashing red warning Flush ec--H2O module
/ fault indicator light
Solid red warning / Contact Service Center
fault indicator light

7. Release the directional pedal and press the

brake pedal to stop the machine.

8. Press the 1--STEP button to stop scrubbing.

The light near the button will go off and
4. If necessary, adjust the brush pressure and scrubbing functions will stop after a short
solution flow. delay.

5. Place the directional switch in the direction the

machine is to be moved (forward or reverse).

6. Press the propel pedal to begin scrubbing.

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Before scrubbing the floor a second time, lower
DOUBLE SCRUBBING the side squeegees and press the Vacuum
fan/squeegee button to lower the rear squeegee
and turn on the vacuum fan. The light above the
Use the double scrubbing method to clean heavily button will come on. Scrub the floor a second time
soiled areas. to pick up the cleaning solution.
Double scrubbing can be performed using the WARNING: Flammable materials or
FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM (option), ec--H2O reactive metals can cause an explosion
SCRUBBING SYSTEM (option) or
or fire. Do not pick up.
CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING methods.
NOTE: To turn off the solution flow when
Pre--sweep and side brush (option) machines:
scrubbing the area a second time, press the
Leave the Pre--sweep and side brush (options) in
Solution on / off button Press the Solution on / off
the raised position while double scrubbing.
button again to restart the solution flow.
To raise the side squeegees for double scrubbing,
remove the clevis pins from the storage locations.
Manually raise both side squeegee assemblies,
then reinsert the pins into the holes in the side
squeegee brackets.

NOTE: Double scrubbing is not recommended in

areas where the cleaning solution will run under
racks or damage products.

Press the 1--STEP button and then the Vacuum

fan/squeegee button. The light above the Scrub
vacuum fan/squeegee button will turn off, the
squeegee will rise, and the vacuum fan will stop
operating. Scrub the heavily soiled area. Let the
cleaning solution soak on the floor for 5--15
minutes.

FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slowly

on inclines and slippery surfaces.

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WATER PICKUP MODE (NO SCRUBBING) STOP SCRUBBING

The machine can be used to pick up water or 1. While the machine is still in motion, press the
non--flammable liquid spills without scrubbing. 1--Step button to stop the scrubbing
operations. The squeegee will briefly remain
To pick up water or non--flammable liquid spills, lowered to the floor to pick up the water in the
make sure the 1--STEP button is not activated. scrub head.
The light above the button must be off.

2. Release the propel pedal and press the brake

WARNING: Flammable materials or pedal to stop the machine.
reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pick up.

Press the Vacuum fan/squeegee button. The light

above the button will come on, the squeegee will
lower, and the vacuum fan will start operating.
Pick up the water or non--flammable liquid spill.

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4. If necessary, twist the drain nozzle to another
DRAINING AND CLEANING THE RECOVERY position to adjust the flow rate.
TANK

Drain and clean the recovery tank daily or when

the recovery tank full fault code appears on the
LCD display.

Clean the outside of the tank with vinyl cleaner.

1. Drive the machine near a floor drain.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

2. Unhook the recovery tank drain hose from the 5. Lift the recovery tank cover and flush out the
recovery tank. recovery tank with clean water. Rinse the
sensor near the top of the tank

3. Hold the drain hose near a floor drain, twist

the drain nozzle open, and place the hose
near the floor drain.

NOTE: Be sure the drain hose nozzle is pointed in

a safe direction before opening the nozzle.

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6. ES machines: Rinse the ES filter at the 9. Check the vacuum fan inlet filter daily. Clean
bottom of the tank and the sensor near the inlet filter with a damp cloth or hose when
top of the tank. dirty. Allow filter to completely dry before
reinstalling it into the machine.

NOTE: DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks.

Excessive heat can damage the tanks and 10. Close the recovery tank cover.
components.
11. Cylindrical scrub head: Remove and clean the
7. To prevent leaks, clean the plug portion of the debris trough. Place the trough back in the
nozzle and the interior of the drain hose cuff. scrub head when clean.

8. Twist the drain cuff closed and hook the drain NOTE: The scrub head must be lowered
hose back onto the recovery tank. approximately 25 mm (1 in) to remove debris
trough.

NOTE: The debris trough can be removed from

the right side of the machine only.

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4. If necessary, twist the drain nozzle to another
DRAINING AND CLEANING THE SOLUTION position to adjust the flow rate.
TANK (ES MACHINES ONLY)

ES machines: The solution tank should be drained

and cleaned when the recovery tank is drained
and cleaned.

Clean the outside of the tank with vinyl cleaner.

1. Drive the machine near a floor drain.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

2. Unhook the solution tank drain hose from the 5. Lift the solution tank cover and flush out the
solution tank. solution tank with clean water. Rinse the filter
and sensor located inside the solution tank.

3. Hold the drain hose near a floor drain, twist

the drain nozzle open, and place the hose
near the floor drain.

NOTE: Be sure the drain hose nozzle is pointed in

a safe direction before opening the nozzle.

NOTE: DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks.

Excessive heat can damage the tanks and
components.

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6. To prevent leaks, clean the plug portion of the
nozzle and the interior of the drain hose cuff. STOP THE MACHINE

1. Remove foot from the propel pedal.

2. Press the 1--Step button to stop scrubbing.

3. Press the brake pedal to stop the machine.

4. Turn the key switch to the off position.

7. Twist the drain cuff closed and hook the drain

hose back onto the solution tank.

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The LCD will display a fault code. If there is more
FAULT INDICATOR(S) than one fault, each fault code will alternately
display.
This machine is equipped with two visual All faults codes are also accompanied by an
indicators, a red indicator light and an LCD (liquid audible alarm to alert the operator a fault has
crystal display). occurred.
The red indicator light will blink continuously To reset the fault indicators, turn the machine off,
indicating that a fault has occurred. then eliminate the cause of the fault. The fault
indicator will reset when the machine is restarted.

Refer to the table below to determine the cause

and remedy for the fault.

Fault Code Cause(s) Remedy

(Displayed in LCD)
F1: Rec Tank Full Recovery tank is full Empty recovery tank
F2: Sol Tank Empty Solution tank is empty Fill solution tank.
F3: Vac # Flt # vacuum fan motor(s) not Shut off and restart machine.
operating If fault code still appears, stop using machine
and contact Tennant service representative.
F4: Batt Very Low Low battery charge Recharge battery
F5: Propel Error Propel controller error Turn off and restart machine.
If fault code still appears,
appears stop using machine
F6: Left Br Flt # Left brush not operating
and contact Tennant service representative.
F6: Frnt Br Flt# Front brush not operating
F7: Rght Br Flt# Right brush not operating
F7: Rear Br Flt# Rear brush not operating
F8: Hi B3 Current Side brush not operating
F11: Act Timeout Main head actuator time out
fault
F12: Check Brushes Brushes not operating
F13: Brsh Mtr Flt Brush motor(s) not operating

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WARNING CODES

Warning codes are typically caused by the

operator attempting to activate modes that are not
available. The warning code will appear in the
LCD.

Refer to the table below to determine the cause of

the warning code.

Warning Code Cause(s) Remedy

(Displayed in LCD)
W1: Batt. Low Low battery charge Charge batteries
W2: Sqge Stall Squeegee not lowering Check squeegee / squeegee actuator for
obstructions or damage
W3: Side Stall Side brush not lowering Check side brush actuator for obstructions
W4: Unavailable Optional solution not enabled Solution mode not available
W5: No Side Brush Side brush not enabled Side brush not available
W6: Not Used -- --
W7: Not Active Button inactive Button not active for use
W8: No Vac. Amps Vacuum fan not operating Check harness connection. Reconnect
W9: Open R/R Brush Right / rear brush not operating h
harness if it is
i unconnected.
t d
If warning code still appears,
appears stop using
W10: Open L/F Brush Left / front brush not operating machine and contact Tennant service
W11: Open SD Brush Side brush not operating representative.
W12: Solution Off No solution flow to scrub head Press Solution on / off button to start solution
flow.

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PRE--SWEEP ASSEMBLY (OPTION)
OPTIONS
The Pre--Sweep assembly is mounted to the front
of the machine and gives the machine the added
SIDE BRUSH (OPTION) ability to pick up debris. The assembly contains a
main brush and two side brushes which sweep
The side brush moves debris into the path of the debris into a debris hopper. Periodically empty the
main brushes. debris hopper and vacuum debris bag.
WARNING: Flammable materials or The machine may be operated with or without the
reactive metals can cause an explosion Pre--Sweep assembly. Refer to PRE--SWEEP in
or fire. Do not pick up. the MAINTENANCE section for maintenance.

1. Turn on the machine WARNING: Flammable materials or

reactive metals can cause an explosion
2. Press the 1--Step button. or fire. Do not pick up.
3. Press the top of the side brush switch to lower 1. Turn on the machine
and start the side brush.
2. Press the 1--Step button.

3. Press the Pre--Sweep switch to the middle

position to start the Pre--Sweep without dust
control.

Press the Pre--Sweep switch to the top

position to start the Pre--Sweep with dust
control.

NOTE: The Pre--Sweep assembly will begin

sweeping and the dust control system will start
operating when the machine propels forward.

4. Press the propel pedal to begin scrubbing.

5. Press the bottom of the side brush switch to

stop and raise the side brush.

4. Press the bottom of Pre--Sweep switch to shut

off the Pre--sweep system and dust control
system.

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EMPTY THE PRE--SWEEP DEBRIS HOPPER 4. Check the vacuum debris bag. Replace the
vacuum debris bag if it is full or damaged.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

1. Lift the Pre--Sweep assembly cover and lock

the cover open.

5. Unlock and lower the Pre--Sweep cover.

2. Remove the debris hopper from the

Pre--Sweep assembly and empty the hopper.

3. Reinstall the debris hopper into the

Pre--Sweep assembly.

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VACUUM WAND (OPTION) 4. Twist the vacuum nozzle to the vacuum
position and extend the handle to the desired
Use the vacuum wand to clean areas that are out length.
of reach of the machine.

WARNING: Flammable materials or

reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pick up.

1. Unsnap the vacuum wand lanyard from the

solution tank.

5. Press the Vacuum fan/squeegee button to

turn on the vacuum fan. The squeegee will
completely lower.

2. Remove the vacuum wand / squeegee

vacuum hose from the rear squeegee.

6. Vacuum the floor.

3. Insert the vacuum wand cap into the vacuum

port in the vacuum wand.

7. When finished vacuuming, press the Vacuum

fan/squeegee button to turn off the vacuum
fan. The squeegee will raise.

8. Turn off the machine.

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9. Remove the vacuum wand cap from the
vacuum port and return the vacuum nozzle to
the storage position and the handle to the
storage length.

10. Reinstall the vacuum wand / squeegee

vacuum hose onto the rear squeegee.

11. Insert the vacuum hose into the vacuum hose

recess in the recovery tank.

12. Snap the vacuum wand lanyard onto the

solution tank to secure the vacuum wand /
squeegee vacuum hose to the machine.

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ROLLOUT BATTERY (OPTION) 5. Rotate the rollout battery retainer handle
toward the front of the battery compartment,
The rollout battery allows the operator a quick and lower the rollout battery retainer plate, and
easy way to remove and replace the batteries insert the retainer plate catch into the slot in
from the machine. the battery cart.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing NOTE: The retainer plate catch must be
machine, stop on level surface and turn off completely inserted into the slot in the battery cart
machine. to hold the battery retainer handle up and allow
the batteries to be safely pulled from the battery
1. Lift the operator seat and engage the seat compartment.
support arm.

2. Open the battery compartment door.

3. Disconnect the machine connector from the

batteries.

6. Step on the left side of floor lock to set the

battery cart floor lock.

4. Push the battery cart to the operator side of

the machine and align the battery cart with the
battery compartment.

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7. If necessary, adjust the height of the battery 10. Raise the rollout battery retainer plate to
cart rollers. The battery cart rollers must be release the battery cart from the machine.
level with the machine battery rollers. Adjust
the height on both sides of the battery cart. 11. Release the battery cart floor lock.

12. Pull the battery cart away from the machine.

13. Perform the previous steps in the reverse

order to install batteries into the machine.

REAR SQUEEGEE GUARD (OPTION)

The rear squeegee protector helps protect the
rear squeegee from being damaged.

Raise battery cart rollers: Use a wrench to

loosen the jam nut and turn the bolt clockwise.
Retighten the jam nut.

Lower battery cart rollers: Use a wrench to

loosen the jam nut and turn the bolt
counter--clockwise. Retighten the jam nut.

8. Pull the battery case onto the battery cart.

To engage the rear squeegee protector, pull the
pin, lower the protector bar, and reinsert the pin.

9. Pull up on the handle to lower the cart battery

stop bar. This will keep the batteries from
rolling off the cart.

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SPRAY NOZZLE (OPTION) 4. When finished cleaning, gently pull the hose
and allow the spray nozzle hose to retract
The spray nozzle is used to clean the machine back into the machine.
and surrounding areas. The solution tank provides
a water/solution supply for the spray nozzle. NOTE: Continue holding onto the spray nozzle
and control the hose while it is retracting back into
NOTE: DO NOT get water on electronic the machine. The machine and / or the spray
components when using the spray nozzle to clean nozzle assembly could be damaged if the spray
the machine. nozzle hose is released and allowed to rapidly
retract into the machine.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off 5. Place the spray nozzle onto the hook.
machine.

1. Turn on the machine.

2. Press the top of the Spray nozzle switch to

turn on the spray nozzle. The light on the
switch will come on when the spray nozzle is
turned on.

6. Press the bottom of the Spray nozzle switch

to turn off the water supply. The light on the
switch will turn off when the spray nozzle is
turned off.

3. Pull the spray nozzle out from the back of the

machine and clean as needed.

FOR SAFETY: Wear eye and ear protection

when using pressurized air or water.

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MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy

Trailing water -- poor or no water Worn squeegee blades Rotate or replace squeegee
pickup
p p blades
Squeegee out of adjustment Adjust squeegee
Vacuum hose clogged Flush vacuum hose
Vacuum fan inlet filter dirty Clean inlet filter
Debris caught on squeegee Remove debris from squeegee
Vacuum hose to squeegee or Reconnect or replace vacuum
recovery tank disconnected or hose
damaged
Tank cover not completely closed Check for obstructions
Torn seals on recovery 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
Little or no solution flow to the Solution tank empty Fill solution tank
floor Solution flow turned off Turn solution flow on
Solution supply lines plugged Flush solution supply lines
Solution solenoid clogged or Clean or replace
stuck
Poor scrubbing
g performance
p Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris from brushes
Improper detergent or brush Contact TENNANT
used representative for
recommendations
Worn scrub brush(es) Replace scrub brush(es)
Excessive brush pressure Reduce scrub brush down
pressure
Uneven brush pressure Level scrub head
Broken brush drive belts on Replace belts
cylindrical scrub head
Low battery charge Charge batteries until the charger
automatically turns off
Poor sweeping
p g performance
p Brush bristles worn Replace brush
(M hi
(Machines equipped
i d with
ith Debris caught in brush drive Remove debris from the drive
Pre--Sweep option only) mechanism mechanism.
Hopper full Empty hopper
Vacuum debris bag full Replace vacuum debris bag
Recirculation skirt damaged Replace recirculation skirt
Wrong sweeping brush Contact TENNANT
representative for
recommendations
Main brush drive failure Contact TENNANT service
personnel

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Problem Cause Remedy
ES System
y does not operate
p ES button is turned off Turn on ES button
ES sensor in tank dirty not in Clean / reposition sensor
correct position
Clogged ES pump filter Clean ES filter
Water level in recovery tank too Fill recovery tank about half full
low
Water level in solution tank too Fill solution tank
low
FaST System
y does not operate
p FaST button is turned off Turn on the FaST button
FaST circuit breaker tripped Determine cause and reset the
15A circuit breaker button
Clogged FaST PAK supply hose Soak connector and hose in
and/or connector warm water and clean
FaST PAK carton is empty or not Replace FaST PAK carton and/or
connected connect supply hose
FaST system is not primed To prime, operate the FaST
solution system for 5 to 10
minutes
Clogged flow control Remove and clean orifice/screen
orifice/screen
Faulty pump Contact Tennant representative
Clogged filter screen Drain solution tank and clean
filter screen
Faulty detergent timer module Contact Tennant representative
ec- H2O Model: Mineral deposit build--up in Flush module (See ec--H2O
Warning and fault indicator light module MODULE FLUSH
blinking red PROCEDURE)
ec- H2O Model: Clogged module Contact Service Center
Warning and fault indicator light
solid red Defective solution pump Replace solution pump

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MAINTENANCE

1
8

2
1
10
7
12
11

5
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MAINTENANCE CHART

No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
Dailyy 1 Side and rear squeegees Check for damage and wear -- 3
2 Main brushes Check for damage, wear, debris -- 2
3 Recovery tank Clean tank -- 1
3 Recovery tank (ES only) Clean ES filter -- 1
4 Solution tank (ES only) Clean solution supply filter -- 1
5 Vacuum fan inlet filter Clean -- 1
6 Cylindrical brushes only: Clean -- 1
Debris tray

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No. of
Lubricant/ Service
Interval Key Description Procedure Fluid Points
Dailyy 7 Pre--Sweep side brushes Check for damage, wear, debris -- 2
10 Pre--Sweep main bush Check for damage, wear, debris -- 1
8 Pre--Sweep debris hopper Clean -- 1
11 Side brush Check for damage, wear, debris -- 1
11 Side brush squeegee Check for damage and wear -- 1
50 Hours 2 Main brushes (cylindrical) Rotate brushes from front to -- 2
rear
9 FaST/Solution filter screen Clean -- 1
12 Battery cells Check electrolyte level DW 3
1 Side and rear squeegees Check deflection and leveling -- 6

LUBRICANT/FLUID
DW . . . . Distilled water.
NOTE: More frequent maintenance intervals may be required in extremely dusty conditions.

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BATTERIES

The batteries are designed to hold their power for

long periods of time between charges. 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 last
battery discharge indicator segment flashes (20%
charge left). Use an automatic charger with the
proper rating for the batteries.

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.

Objects made of metal can potentially short circuit

the batteries. Keep all metallic objects off the
batteries. Replace any worn or damaged wires.

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CHARGING THE BATTERIES (OFF--BOARD 6. Plug the battery charger into the remote
CHARGER) battery charge connector.
1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a
well--ventilated area.

2. Stop the machine and turn the machine power

off.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

3. Lift the operator seat open and engage the

seat support bar.

4. Check the electrolyte level in all the battery

cells. WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.

NOTE: If the red “FAULT CODE” light flashes

when the batteries are plugged into the charger,
refer to the charger manufacturer manual for fault
code definitions.

7. The Tennant charger will start automatically.

When the batteries are fully charged, the
Tennant charger will automatically turn off.
08247

NOTE: Set the charger to the proper rating for the

batteries to prevent damage to the batteries or a
5. If the level is low, add just enough distilled
reduction to the battery life.
water to cover the battery plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow during 8. After the charger has turned off, unplug the
charging due to expansion. charger from the remote battery charge
connector.

9. Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell

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

FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or servicing

machine, avoid contact with battery acid.

10. Close the operator seat.

NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place

while charging.

FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or servicing

machine, avoid contact with battery acid.

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If the overload that caused the circuit breaker to
CIRCUIT BREAKERS trip is still present, the circuit breaker will continue
to stop current flow until the problem is corrected.
Circuit breakers are resettable electrical circuit The chart below shows the circuit breakers and
protection devices designed to stop the flow of the electrical components they protect.
current in the event of a circuit overload. Once a
circuit breaker is tripped, reset it manually by Circuit
pressing the reset button after the breaker has Breaker Rating Circuit Protected
cooled down.
CB1 2.5 A Start
Circuit breakers 1 through 10 are located in the CB2 2.5 A Key switch
front of the battery compartment. CB3 2.5 A Sweep controls (Option)
CB4 2.5 A Main water, FaST, ES, Horn
CB5 2.5 A Detergent meter (Option)
CB6 2.5 A Side brush (Option)
CB7 15 A FaST ./ ES pump (Option)
CB8 20 A Sweep brushes (Option)
CB9 2.5 A ec--H2O (Option)
CB10 2.5 A ec--H2O pump (Option)
CB11 15 A Lights (Option)
CB12 2.5 A Headlight / Tail lights (Option)
CB13 2.5 A Overhead guard warning light
(Option)
Circuit breakers 11 through 19 are located on the CB14 15 A Vacuum wand (Option)
electrical panel. CB15 2.5 A Warning lights (Option)
CB16 15 A Pre--Sweep (Option)
CB17 Open Extra for Specials
CB18 Open Extra for Specials
CB19 25 A Sweep vacuum fans (Option)
CB20 25 A Reverse alarm light (Option)

Circuit breaker 20 is located inside the optional

light assembly mounted on top of the recovery
tank.

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REPLACING DISK BRUSHES OR PAD
SCRUB BRUSHES DRIVERS
1. Raise the scrub head.
The machine can be equipped with either disk or
cylindrical scrub brushes. Check scrub brushes 2. Turn off the machine.
daily for wire or string tangled around the brush or
brush drive hub. Also check brushes or pads for FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
damage and wear. machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
DISK BRUSHES AND PADS
3. Open the left side squeegee support door.
Replace the brushes or pads when they no longer
clean effectively.

Cleaning pads must be placed on pad drivers

before they are ready to use. The cleaning pad is
held in place with a center disk. Both sides of the
pad can be used for scrubbing. Turn the pad over
to use the other side.

Cleaning pads need to be cleaned immediately

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

NOTE: Always replace brushes and pads in sets.

Otherwise one brush or pad will be more
4. Turn the brushes until the spring handles are
aggressive than the other. visible.

5. Squeeze the spring handles and let the

brushes drop to the floor.

6. Push the new brush under the scrub head,

align the brush drive socket with the brush
drive hub, and lift the brush up onto the brush
drive hub.

7. Ensure the brush is securely mounted on the

brush drive hub.

8. Close and secure the left side squeegee

assembly.

9. Repeat procedure for the other brush.

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REPLACING DISK SCRUB PADS
1. Remove the pad driver from the machine.

2. Squeeze the spring clip together and remove

the center disk from the pad driver.

3. Remove the scrub pad from the pad driver.

4. Flip or replace the scrub pad. Center the

scrub pad on the pad driver and reinstall the
center disk to secure the pad in place on the
pad driver.

5. Reinstall the pad driver onto the machine.

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CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 4. Remove the brush from the scrub head
Rotate the brushes from front-to-rear after every
50 hours of operation.

Replace the brushes when they no longer clean

effectively.

NOTE: Replace worn brushes in pairs. Scrubbing

with brushes of unequal bristle length will result in
diminished scrubbing performance.

REPLACING CYLINDRICAL SCRUB BRUSHES

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
5. Position the brush with the double row end
towards the scrub head opening. Guide the
1. Open the side squeegee support door.
new brush onto the drive hub.
2. Lift the idler plate retainer handle and unhook
6. If rotating the existing brushes, only rotate
the retainer ring from the idler plate hook.
front to rear. Do NOT rotate end--for--end.

A C C A

B D D B
Before After

3. Remove the idler plate from the scrub head.

7. Reinstall the idler plate onto the scrub head
and secure the idler plate into place with the
idler plate retainer.

8. Repeat for the other brush on the other side

of the scrub head.

NOTE: Each side of the scrub head is stamped

with a letter. The idler door is stamped with the
same letter. Make sure the letter on the idler door
matches the letter on the scrub head when
reinstalling the doors.

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4. Squeeze the spring handles and let the side
SIDE BRUSH (OPTION) brush drop to the floor.

Check the side brush daily for wear or damage.

Remove any tangled string or wire from the side
brush or side brush drive hub.

REPLACING THE SIDE BRUSH

Replace the brush when it no longer cleans
effectively.

1. Start the machine and press the side brush

switch.

2. Shut off the machine after the side brush

rotates from under the side guard, but before
the side brush assembly lowers to the floor. 5. Remove the side brush from under the side
brush assembly.

6. Place the new side brush underneath the side

brush assembly and lift the side brush up onto
the side brush hub until the brush locks onto
the hub.

7. Reinstall the side brush squeegee assembly

onto the side brush assembly.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

3. Remove the knobs holding the side brush

squeegee assembly to the machine and
remove the squeegee assembly from the
machine.

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4. Reach into the center of the brush and pull the
PRE--SWEEP BRUSHES (OPTION) cotter pin from the hub assembly.

The Pre--Sweep assembly is equipped with disk

side brushes and a cylindrical main brush. Check
the brushes daily for wire or string tangled around
the brush or brush drive hub. Check the brushes
daily for damage and wear.

REPLACING THE PRE--SWEEP DISK

BRUSHES (OPTION)
Replace the brushes when they no longer clean
effectively.

1. Turn on the machine.

2. Press the bottom of the Pre--Sweep switch

to raise the Pre--Sweep assembly and stop
sweeping.

5. Remove the side brush from under the

Pre--Sweep assembly.

6. Install the new side brush onto the

3. Turn off the machine. Pre--Sweep side brush assembly.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

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REPLACING THE PRE--SWEEP CYLINDRICAL 5. Remove the three knobs holding the
BRUSH (OPTION) Pre--Sweep side skirt and side skirt plate to
the Pre--Sweep assembly.
Replace the brush when it no longer cleans
effectively.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

1. Turn off the machine.

2. Open the Pre--Sweep assembly cover and

lock the cover open.

3. Loosen and remove the left brush arm knob.

6. Remove the side skirt plate and side skirt

from the Pre--Sweep assembly.

4. Remove the left brush arm.

7. Remove the cylindrical brush and replace with

a new brush.

8. Guide the slotted end of the new brush onto

the drive hub.

9. Reinstall the side skirt, side skirt plate, and

left brush arm.

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5. Connect the FaST supply hose to the
FaST SYSTEM FaST--PAK hose connector.

6. Scrub with the FaST system for a few minutes

REPLACING THE FaST--PAK CARTON to allow the detergent to reach maximum
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing foaming.
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
CLEANING THE FaST SUPPLY HOSE
machine.
CONNECTOR
1. Lift the operator seat open and engage the Soak the connector in warm water if detergent
seat support bar. buildup is visible. When a FaST--PAK carton is not
installed, store the supply hose connector on the
2. Squeeze the button on the FaST supply hose storing plug to prevent the hose from clogging.
connector, then pull the empty FaST--PAK
carton out from the compartment and discard.

3. Remove the perforated knock outs from the

new FaST--PAK carton. DO NOT remove the
bag from the carton. Pull the hose connector
from the bottom of the bag and remove the
hose cap from the connector.

NOTE: The FaST--PAK Floor Cleaning

Concentrate is specially designed for use with the
FaST system scrubbing application. NEVER use a
substitute. Other cleaning solutions may cause
FaST system failure.

4. Slide the FaST--PAK carton into the

FaST--PAK bracket.

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3. Loosen both squeegee mounting handles.
SQUEEGEE BLADES

Check the squeegee blades for damage and wear

daily. When the blades become worn, rotate the
blades end--for--end or top--to--bottom to a new
wiping edge. Replace blades when all edges are
worn.

Check the deflection of the squeegee blades daily

or when scrubbing a different type of surface.
Check the leveling of the rear squeegee every 50
hours of operation.

REPLACING (OR ROTATING) THE REAR

SQUEEGEE BLADES
1. Lower the scrub head.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the rear

squeegee assembly.

4. Pull the rear squeegee assembly from the

machine.

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5. Loosen the retainer latch and remove the 8. Remove the inner frame from the outer frame.
retainer from the squeegee assembly.

9. Remove the squeegee from the outer frame.

6. Remove the squeegee from the squeegee
assembly.

10. Install the rotated or new squeegee blade into

the outer frame. Be sure the squeegee is
7. Slide both retainers out away from the completely slid down onto each tab on the
squeegee assembly. outer frame.

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11. Install the inner frame over the squeegee and 14. Insert the hinge end of the retainer into the
onto the outer frame. Be sure the inner frame hooks in the inner frame.
is tight against the top of the outer frame.

15. Install the retainer along the rest of the

12. Slide both retainers into the squeegee squeegee assembly and fasten the latch onto
assembly. the other end of the squeegee assembly.

13. Place the rotated or new squeegee blade onto

the inner frame. Be sure the squeegee is
securely attached on each tab on the inner
frame.

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LEVELING THE REAR SQUEEGEE 5. Turn the squeegee tilt adjust knob
counter-clockwise to decrease the deflection
Leveling the squeegee ensures the entire length at the ends of the squeegee blade.
of the squeegee blade is in even contact with the
surface being scrubbed. Perform this adjustment Turn the squeegee tilt adjust knob clockwise
on an even and level floor. to increase the deflection at the ends of the
squeegee blade.
1. Lower the squeegee and drive the machine
several meters (feet) forward and slowly bring
the machine to a stop.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

2. Check the squeegee deflection over the full

length of the squeegee blade.

3. If the deflection is not the same over the full

length of the blade, use the tilt adjust knob to
make adjustments.

DO NOT disconnect the vacuum hose from 6. Tighten the tilt lock knob.
the squeegee frame when leveling squeegee.
7. Drive the machine forward with the squeegee
4. To adjust the squeegee leveling, loosen the tilt down to recheck the squeegee blade
lock knob. deflection if adjustments were made.

8. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if

necessary.

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ADJUSTING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE 3. To adjust the overall squeegee blade
DEFLECTION deflection, loosen the lock knob.
Deflection is the amount of curl the overall
squeegee blade has when the machine moves
forward. The best deflection is when the
squeegee wipes the floor dry with a minimal
amount of deflection.

NOTE: Make sure the squeegee is level before

adjusting the deflection. See LEVELING THE
REAR SQUEEGEE.

1. Lower the squeegee and drive the machine

several meters (feet) forward and slowly bring
the machine to a stop.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing 4. Turn the adjustment knobs counterclockwise
machine, stop on level surface and turn off to increase deflection or clockwise to
machine. decrease deflection.
2. Look at the amount of deflection or “curl” of
the squeegee blade. The correct amount of
deflection is 12 mm (0.50 in) for scrubbing
smooth floors and 15 mm (0.62 in) for rough
floors.

5. Retighten the lock knob.

6. Drive the machine forward again to recheck

the squeegee blade deflection.

7. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if

necessary.

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REPLACING OR ROTATING THE SIDE 5. Remove the squeegee from the side
SQUEEGEE BLADES squeegee assembly.
1. If necessary, raise the scrub head.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

2. Open the side squeegee support door.

3. Unhook the retaining band latch from the side

squeegee assembly.

6. Install the rotated or new rear squeegee blade

onto the side squeegee assembly.

7. Hook the retaining band onto the side

squeegee assembly.

4. Remove the retaining band from the side

squeegee assembly.

8. Fasten the retaining band latch onto the side

squeegee assembly.

9. Repeat for the side squeegee on the other

side of the scrub head.

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REPLACING OR ROTATING THE SIDE 3. Remove the knobs holding the side brush
BRUSH SQUEEGEE BLADES (OPTION) squeegee assembly to the machine and
remove the squeegee assembly.
Check the side brush squeegee blade for damage
and wear daily. Replace or rotate the blade if the
leading edge is torn or worn half-way through the
thickness of the blade.

1. Start the machine and press the side brush

switch.

2. Shut off the machine after the side brush

rotates from under the side guard, but before
the side brush assembly lowers to the floor.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
4. Loosen the retaining band latch.

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5. Remove the squeegee blades and retainer 6. Install the rotated / new squeegee blades and
from the squeegee frame. retainer onto the side brush assembly.

7. Fasten the side brush retaining band latch.

NOTE: The squeegee blade(s) have two sets of

slots for adjusting the squeegee deflection. Install
/ reinstall squeegees so the deflection is 8. Reinstall the side brush squeegee assembly
approximately 12 mm (0.50 in) for smooth floors onto the side brush assembly.
and 15 mm (0.62 in) for rough floors.

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TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE NOTE: Empty the recovery and solution tanks
before transporting the machine.

PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE FOR SAFETY: When unloading machine off
truck or trailer, turn off machine. Use truck of
If the machine becomes disabled, it can be trailer that will support the weight of the
pushed or towed from the front or rear. machine. Block machine tires. Tie machine
down to truck or trailer.
The parking brake must be disabled before towing
or pushing the machine. To disable the brake, Lower the scrub head and block the machine
insert the tip of a small screw driver between the tires. Tie down the machine to the truck or trailer
electronic brake lever and the hub. The machine before transporting.
can move freely when the parking brake is
disabled. The front tie-down locations are the stabilizer legs.

Only push or tow the machine for a very short The rear tie-down locations are the holes in the
distance and do not exceed 3.2 kp/h (2 mph). It is frame.
NOT intended to be pushed or towed for a long
distance or at a high speed.

ATTENTION! Do not push or tow machine for

a long distance or damage may occur to the
propelling system.

Immediately after pushing the machine, remove

the screw driver from between the electronic
brake lever and the hub. NEVER operate the
machine with the parking brake disabled.

FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine with

brake disabled.

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MACHINE JACKING STORAGE INFORMATION

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing The following steps should be taken when storing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off the machine for extended periods of time.
machine.
1. Drain and clean the solution and recovery
Empty the recovery and solution tanks before tanks.
jacking the machine.
2. Park the machine in a cool (above freezing),
dry area indoors. Do not expose the machine
to rain.

3. Remove the batteries, or charge them every

three months.

FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, block

machine tires before jacking machine up. Use
a hoist or jack that will support the weight of
the machine. Jack machine up at designated
locations only. Support machine with jack
stands.

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PRIMING THE ec- H2O SYSTEM 4. Disconnect the outlet hose to the scrub head
from the ec--H2O manifold hose.
Prime the ec--H2O system if the machine has
been stored for a long period with no water in the
solution tank / ec--H2O system.

FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing

machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.

1. Fill the solution tank with clean cool water.

See FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK section
of this manual.

5. Place the drain hose into an empty container.

6. Turn on the machine.

7. Press and release the ec--H2O module flush

switch. Allow the system to drain water into
the container for 2 minutes.

2. Remove the ec--H2O compartment cover.

8. Press the ec--H2O module flush switch to shut

off the system.

9. Disconnect the drain hose from the ec--H2O

manifold hose.
3. Remove the drain hose from the ec--H2O
compartment. 10. Reconnect the outlet hose to the scrub head
to ec--H2O manifold hose.

11. Place the drain hose back into the ec--H2O

compartment.

12. Reinstall the ec--H2O compartment cover.

13. Close the operator seat cover.

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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL MACHINE DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES

Item Dimension/capacity
Length 1880 mm (74 in)
Length (with Pre--Sweep) 2510 mm (99 in)
Width (less squeegee) 1040 mm (41 in)
Width (with squeegee) 1070 mm (42 in)
Width (with side brush) 1170 mm (46 in)
Height 1475 mm (58 in)
Height with overhead guard 2080 mm (82 in)
Scrubbing path width 910 mm (36 in)
Weight (Empty) 500 Kg (1100 lbs)
Weight (with standard 235 AH batteries) 860 Kg (1900 lbs)
GVWR 1270 Kg (2800 lbs)
Operating sound level at operator ear (Cylindrical scrub head) 71 dBA
Operating sound level at operator ear (Disk scrub head) 68 dBA
Vibration level at steering wheel does not exceed 1.9908 m/s@
Vibration level at operator seat does not exceed 0.2994 m/s@

GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE

Item Measure
Aisle turnaround width 2110 mm (83 in)
Aisle turnaround width (with Pre--Sweep) 2620 mm (103 in)
Travel Speed (Forward) 9 Km (5.6 mph)
Travel Speed (Reverse) 4 Km (2.5 mph)
Maximum rated climb and descent angle for transport 8_ / 14%
Maximum rated climb and descent angle for scrubbing 4_ / 7%

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MACHINE DIMENSIONS

Rear
Squeegee
1090mm
(43 in)

2080 mm
(82 in)

1475 mm
(58 in)

1880 mm Frame
(74 in) (roller to roller)
1040 mm (41 in)
Width
(with side brush)
1170 mm (46 in)

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