OPERATION
242E MM243 (5---92)
2-14
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 pedal in the
“neutral” position and with a foot on the brake
pedal or with the parking brake engaged.
FOR SAFETY: Before Starting Machine Make Sure
All Safety Devices Are In Place And Operate
Properly.
2. Turn the key-operated on-off switch clockwise.
3. Press and hold the start switch until the motor
starts. Release the start switch.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive the machine to the area to be scrubbed.
TO SCRUB
Plan the scrubbing in advance. Try to arrange long
runs with minimum stopping and starting. Do an
entire floor or section at one time.
Pick up oversize debris before scrubbing. Remove
bulky debris from aisles before scrubbing. Pick up
pieces of wire, twine, string, etc., which could
become entangled in brush or brush plugs.
Allow a few inches overlap of brush paths.
Do not turn steering wheel too sharply when the
machine is in motion. It is very responsive to the
movement of the steering wheel. Avoid sudden
turns, except in emergencies.
Try to scrub as straight a path as possible. Avoid
bumping into posts or scraping the sides of the
machine.
Floor conditions, amount of soilage, type of soilage,
brush action, and squeegee action all play an
important role in determining the type and
concentration of detergent to be used. For specific
recommendations, consult the local Tennant
Company Representative.
WARNING: Flammable Materials Can
Cause An Explosion Or Fire. Do Not Use
Flammable Materials In Tank(s).
The recovery tank should be drained after the
solution tanks are empty or whenever the ball float
rises and stops water vacuum. The recovery tank
may fill before the solution tanks empty if standing
water is picked up in addition to the solution put
down by the machine.
WARNING: Flammable Materials Or
Reactive Metals Can Cause Explosion Or
Fire. Do Not Pick Up.
For best scrubbing results, reduce speed to one-half
maximum machine speed. Shut off solution flow to
floor 5 ft (1525 mm) before making turns. Adjust
solution flow to floor with solution flow knobs to
match floor conditions.
Always raise the rear squeegee before backing
machine.
1. Turn off the machine and set the parking brake
before filling solution tanks.
FOR SAFETY: Before Leaving Or Servicing
Machine; Stop On Level Surface, Set Parking
Brake, Turn Off Machine And Remove Key.
2. Make sure the solution flow knobs are pushed
all the way in to shut off the solution flow to the
floor.
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