Nobles Scout 3B, Operator And Parts Manual

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Nobles Scout 3B (12-2012)
Introduction
This manual is furnished with each new model. It
provides necessary operation and maintenance
instructions and replacement parts information.
Read all instructions before using
this machine.
Intended Use
This battery powered push sweeper is intended for
commercial use, for example in buildings, warehouses,
parking lots and sidewalks. It is designed for indoor and
outdoor use and suitable for picking up dry,
nonflammable dust and debris on dry hard floor and
carpet surfaces. It is not suitable for wet surfaces or for
picking up flammable or hazardous materials.
General Information
This machine will provide excellent service. However,
the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if:

The machine is operated with reasonable care.

The machine is maintained regularly - per the
machine maintenance instructions provided.

The machine is maintained with manufacturer-
supplied or equivalent parts.
Protect the Environment
Please dispose of packaging materials and
used machine components 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. - __________________________________
Installation Date - _____________________________
Technical Specifications
Model Scout 3B
Length 1092 mm / 43 in
Width 760 mm / 30 in
Height 416 mm / 16.5 in
Weight 56 kg / 123.5 lb
Sweeping Path Width 870 mm / 34 in
Main Brush Width 500 mm / 20 in
Side Brush Diameter 320 mm / 13 in
Hopper Capacity 50 L / 53 qt
Battery Capacity 12 V, 26 Ah
Total Power Consumption 12 VDC, 430 W, 13 A
Battery Charger 100-240VAC 5A
Run Time (Max.) 2.5 Hr.
Productivity Rate (Net) 1740 m²/hr / 18750 ft²/hr
Vibration at Controls <2.5m/s
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Sound Pressure Level at
operator ear 65 dB(A)
Protection Grade IPX3
Operation Temperature min. -15°C, max. 40°C
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452, Minneapolis, MN 55440 USA
Phone: (800) 553-8033 or (763) 513-2850
www.nobles.com
Original Instructions. Copyright © 2012 TENNANT Company.
All rights reserved. Printed in Germany.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS)
This symbol warns the operator of hazards and
unsafe practices which could result in severe
personal injury or death.
WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Fire,
Explosion, Electric Shock, or Injury:
- Do not use near flammable liquids, vapors or
combustible dusts.
The machine is not equipped with explosion proof
motors. The electric motors will spark upon start up
and during operation which could cause a flash fire
or explosion if machine is used in an area where
flammable vapors/liquids or combustible dusts are
present.
- Do Not Pick Up Flammable or Toxic Materials and
Burning Debris.
- Batteries Emit Hydrogen gas. Keep Sparks and
Open Flame Away When Charging Batteries.
- Charge batteries in a well ventilated area.
- Disconnect Battery Cable and Charger Cord Before
Servicing.
- Do Not Charge Batteries with Damaged Cord. Do
Not Modify Plug.
- Do Not Use On Wet Surfaces. Store Indoors.
The following safety precautions signal potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or equipment.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
- Unless trained and authorized.
- Unless operator manual is read and understood.
- Unless mentally and physically capable of
following machine instructions.
- In areas that are too dark to safely see the
controls or operate the machine.
- If not in proper operating condition.
- Without hopper and/or filter in place.
2. Before operating machine:
- Make sure all safety devices are in place and
operate properly.
3. When operating machine:
- Use only as described in manual.
- Do not pick up objects such as cords, strings,
wires that may entangle brush.
- Report machine damage or faulty operation
immediately.
- Do not leave unattended or on an unlevel
surface.
- Do not allow children to play on or around
machine.
- Keep children and unauthorized persons away
from machine when in use.
- Go slow on slippery surfaces.
- Do not operate on inclines that exceed 2 %.
- Do not use machine to transport people or
objects.
- Wear a dust mask, protective glasses and
gloves in dusty environments.