Tennant 215E, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
2-11
215E MM158 (11--91)
MACHINE OPERATION
NORMAL SWEEPING OPERATION
A normal sweeping operation consists of seven
typical operations: pre-start checklist, starting
machine, sweeping, dumping hopper, post
operation checklist -- motor operating, stopping
machine, and post operation checklist -- motor
stopped.
PRE-START CHECKLIST lists things to check
before starting the machine.
TO START MACHINE lists the steps required to
start the machine.
TO SWEEP lists things to keep in mind before
and during the sweeping operation.
TO DUMP HOPPER lists the steps required to
dump the hopper.
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST -- MOTOR
OPERATING lists things to check before stopping
the machine motor.
TO STOP MACHINE lists the steps required to
stop the machine.
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST -- MOTOR
STOPPED lists things to check after stopping the
machine motor.
PRE-START CHECKLIST
Check under machine for leak spots.
Check brakes and controls for proper operation.
Check service records to determine service
requirements.
TO START MACHINE
NOTE: Before starting machine, perform the
pre-start checks.
1. The machine operator must be in the
operator’s seat with the directional control
pedal in the “neutral” position and with a
foot on the brake pedal or with the parking
brake set.
FOR SAFETY: Before Starting Machine, Make
Sure All Safety Devices Are In Place And
Operate Properly.
2. Turn the key-operated on-off switch to the
right.
3. Push the start switch until the motor starts.
4. Release the machine parking brake.
5. Drive the machine to the area to be swept.
TO SWEEP
Plan the sweeping in advance. Try to arrange long
runs with minimum stopping and starting. Sweep
debris from very narrow aisles into main aisles
ahead of time. Do an entire floor or section at one
time.
Pick up oversize debris before sweeping. Flatten
or remove bulky cartons from aisles before
sweeping. Pick up pieces of wire, twine, string,
etc., which could become entangled in brush or
brush plugs. Overlap brush paths.
Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply when
the machine is in motion. The machine is very
responsive to the movement of the steering
wheel. Avoid sudden turns, except in
emergencies.
Sweep as straight a path as possible. Avoid
bumping into posts or scraping the sides of the
sweeper.
1. Move the main brush position lever into the
(Main Brush Down) position.
2. Move the side brush position lever into the
(Side Brush Down) position.
3. Sweep as required.