OPERATION
Tennant 1230 (7–99)
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RECYCLE CLEANING MODE
Recycle cleaning mode means that cleaning
solution is dispensed, recovered, and then
prepared for reuse. This cleaning mode is
recommended when carpeting is normally or
lightly soiled. Use detergents which are suitable
for recycling.
To select recycle cleaning mode, remove the
recovery tank cover and turn the recycle valve
counter–clockwise (ON).
A
B
C
RECYCLE VALVE SELECTOR HANDLE (ON)
A. Recovery Tank
B. Recycle Valve
C. Recycle Valve Selector Handle
EXTENDED CLEANING IN THE RECYCLE MODE
If you have selected the recycle cleaning mode,
you can extend the cleaning time of the
machine by filling the recovery tank in addition
to the solution tank as follows:
1. Fill the recovery tank to the last link of the fill
level chain with solution.
ATTENTION: Do not use water hotter than 55
C
(130
F) in the recovery tank or tank damage may
occur.
2. Add detergent in the same dilution ratio used in
the solution tank.
3. Make sure the machine is in the recycling mode.
A
B
C
E
D
FILLING RECOVERY TANK
A. Hose
B. Fill Opening
C. Recovery Tank
D. Fill Chain
E. Recycle Valve (ON)
4. Place the recovery tank cover back on the tank.
CLEANING CARPETS
1. Push the machine to a place on the carpet you
want to start.
2. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
3. Unlatch powerbrush head latch and lower head
to the carpet.
4. Press the bottom (l) of the the vacuum fan
switch to turn on the vacuum. Press the top (O)
of the hand tool switch for normal cleaning.
A
B
UNLATCH POWERBRUSH HEAD
A. Powerbrush Head
B. Latch
