Clemas & Co TENNANT T2 Operator's Manual

TENNANT T2

SCRUBBER DRYER

OPERATOR MANUAL

Clemas & Co. Unit 5 Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Tewkesbury,

Gloucestershire, GL20 8NB.

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] Web: www.clemas.co.uk

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Tennant T2 (07--08)

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.

A complete illustrated Parts Manual is also furnished
with each new model. Use the Parts Manual to order
replacement parts. To ensure prompt delivery, follow
the “HOW TO ORDER P ARTS” instructions printed in
the Parts Manual.

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 a safe environmental­ly way according to your local waste
disposal regulations.

Always remember to recycle.

Richard van den Hoogen

Design and Development Management

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

TENNANT Europe Uden

Industrielaan 6 5405 AB
P.O. Box 6 5400 AA
Uden -- The Netherlands
Uden, 01/08/08

Machine Type: T2 Scrubber--Dryer No.: MT2

EN

This machine is in c onformity with the following directives and standards:

S Machinery Directive: 98/37/EC
S EMC Directive: 89/336/EC, 91/263/EC, 92/31/EC, 93/67/EC, 93/68/EC
S Harmonized Standards: EN: 292--1, 292--2, 292--3, 1050, 418, 982, 1037,

60204--1,61310--1, 61310--2, 457, 614--1, 1005--3, 563, 50081 --2, 50082--2,
12895, ISO: 3744, 3746

TENNANT N.V.
Industrielaan 6 5405 AB
P.O. Box 6 5400 AA Uden--The Netherlands

[e-mail]
www.tennantco.com

Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.

Original instructions, copyright E2008 Tennant Company. All rights reserved.
Printed in the Netherlands.

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 --

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3....................

SAFETY LABELS 4...........................

MACHINE COMPONENTS 5...................

MACHINE OPERATION SYMBOLS 5...........

MACHINE INSTALLATION 6...................

HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 7...............

BRUSH AND PAD INFORMATION 7............

MACHINE SETUP 7..........................

MACHINE OPERATION 10.....................

DRAINING TANKS 12..........................

CHARGING BATTERIES 13....................

MACHINE MAINTENANCE 15..................

TRANSPORTING MACHINE 18.................

STORING MACHINE 18........................

RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS 18.............

TROUBLESHOOTING 19.......................

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 20................

OPERATION EN

Tennant T2 (07-- 08)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This machine is intended for commercial use. It is
designed exclusively to scrub hard floors in an
indoor environment and is not constructed for any
other use.

The following warning alert symbol and the “FOR
SAFETY” heading are used throughout this manual as
indicated in their description:

WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe

practices which could result in severe personal
injury or death.

FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.

All operators must read, understand and practice
the following safety precautions.

The following safety precautions signal potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment.

WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard:

-- Do Not Pick Up Flammable Materials.

-- Do Not Use Near Flammable Liquids, Vapors Or
Combustible Dusts.

-- Only Use Commercially Approved Floor
Cleaners Intended for Machine Application.

-- Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.

WARNING: Electrical Hazard

-- Disconnect Battery Cables and Charger Plug
Before Servicing Machine.

-- Do Not Charge Batteries with Damaged Power
Supply Cord. Do Not Modify Plug.

If the charger supply cord is damaged or broken, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING: Spinning Brush. Keep Hands

Away. Turn Off Power Before Working On Machine.

FOR SAFETY:

1. Do not operate machine:

-- In an area where flammable liquids/vapors

or combustible dusts are present.

-- Unless trained and authorized.

-- Unless operator manual is read and
understood.

-- If not in proper operating condition.

2. Before starting machine:

-- Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.

-- Place wet floor signs as needed.

3. When using machine:

-- Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.

-- Wear non--slip shoes.

-- Reduce speed when turning.

-- Report machine damage or faulty operation
immediately.

-- Do not allow children to play on or around
machine.

-- Follow mixing and handling instructions on
chemical containers.

-- Do not operate on inclines.

4. Before leaving or servicing machine:

-- Stop on level surface.

-- Turn off machine.

-- Set parking brake if equipped.

-- Remove key.

5. When servicing machine:

-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.

-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.

-- Wear protective gloves and eye protection
when handling batteries or battery cables.

-- Avoid contact with battery acid.

-- Do not power spray or hose off machine.
Electrical malfunction may occur.

-- Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.

-- All repairs must be performed by a
qualified service person.

-- Do not modify the machine from its original
design.

6. When transporting machine:

-- Drain tanks before loading.

-- Turn machine off.

-- Do not lift machine when batteries are
installed.

-- Get assistance when lifting machine.

-- Use a recommended ramp when
loading/unloading into/off truck or trailer.

-- Use tie--down straps to secure machine to
truck or trailer.

-- Put scrub head in the lowered position.

-- Set parking brake if equipped.

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Tennant T2 (07-- 08)

SAFETY LABELS

The safety labels appear on the machine in the locations indicated. Replace labels if they are missing or become
damaged or illegible.

SPINNING BRUSH LABEL --

Located on scrub head

WARNING: Spinning Brush.
Keep Hands Away. Turn Off
Power Before Working On
Machine.

READ MANUAL LABEL --

Located on recovery tank cover.

FOR SAFETY: Do not operate
machine unless operation
manual is read and understood.

BA TTER Y CHARGE LABEL --

Located at bottom side of recovery tank.

WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep
Sparks And Open Flame Away. Keep
Battery Compartment Open When
Charging.

WARNING: Fire or Explosion
Hazard. Do not use flammable li­quids. Do not pick flammable li­quids

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MACHINE COMPONENTS

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5

24

4

7

9

10

14

15

8

16

17

12

11

6

23

25

26

27

22

21

20

18

28

3

1

2

13

13

1. Main Power Key Switch

2. Start Triggers

3. Battery Discharge Indicator

4. Adjustable Control Handle

5. Squeegee Lift Lever

6. Control Console Height Adjustment Knob

7. Recovery Tank Drain Hose

8. Brush Motor Circuit Breaker Button

9. On--board Battery Charger Power Cord

10. Scrub Head Lift Pedal
1 1. Squeegee Vacuum Hose

12. Squeegee Assembly

13. Wall Roller

14. On--board Battery Charger (optional)

15. Hour Meter

16. Solution Tank Fill Gauge/Drain Hose

17. Squeegee Storage Bracket

18. Cup Holder

19. Recovery Tank Cover

20. Recovery Tank

21. Solution Tank Fill--Port

22. Solution Tank

23. Pad Driver/Brush Lock Release Button

24. Pad Driver Window

25. Scrub Head

26. Scrub Head Skirt

27. Solution Flow Control Knob

28. Battery Compartment

MACHINE OPERATION SYMBOLS

Main Power
I/O Key Switch

Solution Flow
Control

Brush Motor
Circuit Breaker

Parking Brake
(option)

2% (1°) Maximum
Grade Level

Battery Discharge
Indicator

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Tennant T2 (07-- 08)

MACHINE INSTALLATION

UNCRA TING MACHINE

1. Carefully check the shipping crate for signs of
damage. Report damages at once to carrier.

2. Check the contents list. Contact distributor for
missing items.

Contents:

S 2--12 V Batteries (Optional)
S 2--Foam Battery Spacers
S Battery Tray
S Battery Cable
S Squeegee Assembly

3. Roll machine off pallet using the attached ramp.

ATTENTION: Do not roll machine off pallet unless
ramp is used, machine damage may occur.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Hood Open When
Charging.

FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and eye protection when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.

Battery Specifications:

Two 12 volt, 70Ah/5h Gel (994200), 72Ah/5h lead acid
(1041458), 85Ah/5h lead acid (1041454) deep cycle
batteries.

1. Park the machine on a level surface and remove

the key.

2. Carefully install the batteries into the battery

compartment as shown (Figure 1).

3. Connect the battery cables as shown (Figure 1).

Machine Front

72Ah

RED

BLK

70Ah, 85Ah, 105Ah

RED

BLK

Foam Spacers

FIG. 1

IMPORTANT: Before charging batteries, make sure
the on--board battery charger is properly set for
your battery type (See USING THE ON--BOARD
CHARGER).