Tennant 1140 607681, Operator And Parts Manual

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OPERATION
7
Tennant 1140 (03--04)
MACHINE SETUP
1. Carefully check carton for signs of damage. Report
damages at once to carrier. The machine is shipped
fully assembled and is ready for use.
2. Unscrew and remove solution tank lid. Using a hose
or bucket, fill tank with 57L (15 gal) of hot water,
60
°
C (140
°
F) maximum (Figure 1).
ATTENTION: Use different buckets to fill and drain
machine to prevent solution system clogs.
FIG. 1
WARNING: Do Not Use Flammable Liquids Or
Operate Machine In Or Near Flammable Liquids,
Vapors Or Combustible Dusts.
3. Add a recommended cleaning solution to the
proper dilution ratio.
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, follow mixing
and handling instructions on chemical containers.
ATTENTION: If using powdered cleaning
chemicals, mix chemical with water prior to
adding to the tank.
NOTE: If desired, water alone achieves excellent
cleaning results.
4. Replace solution tank lid after filling.
5. Connect two 7.6 m (25 ft.) extension power cords
into machine.
6. Plug each extension cord into separate grounded
circuits. Circuit indicator lamp (green) will light
when cords are on separate circuits (Figure 2).
ATTENTION: When plugging extension cords into
receptacles be certain to use separate circuits.
This will prevent a circuit overload. Do not
activate heater if green indicator does not light.
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine unless
cords are properly grounded.
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine with the
use of additional extension cords. Only use
manufacturer’s extension cord equipped with
machine which has proper capacity and is
grounded.
FIG. 2
7. Attach vacuum and solution hoses to front of
machine, then to floor or hand tool (Figure 3).
FIG. 3