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OPERATION

5700XP 331533 (9--06)

15. Remove the vacuum hose from the

squeegee suction hose.

16. Disconnect the other ends of the solution

and vacuum hoses from the power wand.

17.Turn the machine power off.

18. Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the

squeegee.

Summary of Contents for 5700XP

Page 1: ...5700XP 331533 www tennantco com Walk Behind Scrubber Operator Manual 331533 Rev 02 10 2008 North America International ES Extended Scrub System R Electric 10000000 The Safe Scrubbing Alternativer ...

Page 2: ... PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Please dispose of packaging materials old machine components such as batteries hazardous fluids including antifreeze and oil 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 Machine Options Sales Rep Sales Rep phone no Customer...

Page 3: ...c H2O SYSTEM OPTION 22 PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST 23 INSTALLING FaST PAK AGENT OPTION 24 STARTING THE MACHINE 26 Page FILLING THE TANKS 26 NORMAL SCRUBBING 29 DOUBLE SCRUBBING 33 STOP SCRUBBING 34 DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS 35 STOP THE MACHINE 40 OPERATION ON INCLINES 40 POST OPERATION CHECKLIST 41 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 42 OPTIONS 44 VACUUM WAND 44 POWER WAND 48 MAINTENANCE 53 MAINTENANCE CHAR...

Page 4: ...DE DEFLECTION 80 ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE GUIDE ROLLERS 81 SQUEEGEE BLADES 81 REPLACING OR ROTATING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE 81 REPLACING OR ROTATING THE FRONT SQUEEGEE BLADE 82 Page BELTS AND CHAINS 84 BRUSH DRIVE BELT 84 STATIC DRAG CHAIN 84 TIRES 85 PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 85 PUSHING THE MACHINE 85 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 86 MACHINE JACKING 88 STORAGE INFORMATION 88 FREEZE PROTECTION...

Page 5: ...on manual is read and understood In flammable or explosive areas unless designed for use in those areas 2 Before starting machine Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly Check brakes and steering for proper operation if so equipped 3 When using machine Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces Use care when backing machine Follow mixing and handling instructions on chemical ...

Page 6: ...label becomes damaged or illegible install a new label in its place BATTERY CHARGING LABEL LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL LOCATED ON THE OPERATOR CONSOLE FOR SAFETY LABEL LOCATED ON THE OPERATOR CONSOLE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK COVER 10066 ...

Page 7: ...R SAFETY Do not operate machine unless operation manual is read and understood Check the machine for shipping damage Check to make sure the machine is complete per shipping instructions Keep your machine regularly maintained by following the maintenance information in this manual We recommend taking advantage of a regularly scheduled service contract from your Tennant representative Order parts an...

Page 8: ...ing C Recovery tank D Console panel E Squeegee F Squeegee lever G Squeegee down pressure cams H Squeegee leveling knob I Parking brake option J Recovery tank drain hose K Solution tank hose L Support arm M Stop arm N Batteries O Scrub head P Scrub brush access cover Q Scrub brush idler door R FaST solution system option ec H2O System Module option ...

Page 9: ...ys on the machine Solution flow Key switch Battery charge Variable flow or rate Power wand or vacuum wand Circuit breaker 1 Travel speed Circuit breaker 2 Squeegee Circuit breaker 3 Brush pressure Circuit breaker 4 ES Extended scrub Circuit breaker 5 Recovery tank full Circuit breaker 6 Scrubbing ...

Page 10: ...or ec H2O switch option or Power wand switch option E Speed switch and indicator F Squeegee switch G Brush pressure switch and indicator H ES switch option I Recovery tank full indicator J Scrubbing switch K Hourmeter L On off key switch M Power kill switch option N Steering height adjustment latch O Circuit breakers P Solution tank hose Q Recovery tank drain hose R Squeegee lever S ec H2O system ...

Page 11: ...tion Forward Rotate the handles forward The further forward you rotate the handles the faster the machine will go Backward Rotate the handles toward you Turning Push the machine in the direction of the turn with the steering handles The machine will turn on the swivel casters Stopping Release the handles ...

Page 12: ...spenses the solution to the scrub head The valve opens when the steering handles are rotated forward and closes when the steering handles are released in neutral position NOTE When using the FaST or ec H2O system option the solution flow lever is nonfunctional The FaST and ec H2O system flow rates are pre set The ec H2O module has optional flow rate settings If solution flow adjustments are requir...

Page 13: ...h the squeegee lever BRUSH PRESSURE SWITCH AND INDICATOR The brush pressure switch adjusts the amount of brush pressure to the floor The brush pressure indicator shows the pressure selection The brush pressure switch has four positions Under normal conditions the brush pressure should be set in the minimum settings Under heavy grime conditions the brush pressure should be set in the maximum settin...

Page 14: ... operating the FaST system Conventional cleaning detergents restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution system ec H2O SWITCH OPTION The ec H2O switch option enables the ec H2O electrically converted water system When the ec H2O system is enabled it is turned on and off with the scrub switch Enable the ec H2O system Press the top of the ec H2O switch Enable conventional scrubbing Press the bot...

Page 15: ...d off the solution recycling system On Press the switch Off Press the switch RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR The recovery tank full indicator comes on when the recovery tank is full When the indicator comes on the squeegee raises and the vacuum fan shuts off after a short delay ...

Page 16: ...machine is operating When the batteries are fully charged the indicator on the far right is lit As the batteries discharge the indicator will move along the display to the left The batteries should be recharged when the indicator flashes The scrub head will raise and the vacuum fan and brushes will shut off The propel will operate for a short time to allow the operator to return the machine to the...

Page 17: ...the squeegee Raise squeegee Pull the lever up and move it to the right to lock the lever in the up position Lower squeegee Move the squeegee lever up and to the left to unlock it and then release the lever POWER KILL SWITCH OPTION The power kill switch halts all power to the machine Halt Hit the power kill switch Restart Turn the power kill switch to the right to release the switch Turn off the ma...

Page 18: ...ker to trip is still there the circuit breaker will continue to stop current flow until the problem is corrected The circuit breakers are located on each side of the operator console The chart shows the circuit breakers and the electrical components they protect Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected CB1 2 5 A Machine power CB2 25 A Vacuum fan CB2 40 A Heavy duty vacuum fan CB3 25 A Machine prop...

Page 19: ...ated near the air pump on the front of the recovery tank Fuse Rating Circuit Protected FU 1 10 A FaST option FU 1 10 A ec H2O option SOLUTION TANK HOSE The solution tank hose is used to drain the solution tank The drain hose plug is removed by turning the plug latch to loosen the plug and pulling the plug out of the drain hose The drain hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the end of the ho...

Page 20: ... hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the end of the hose and turning the plug latch to tighten the plug SUPPORT ARM The support arm holds up the solution tank when the tank is lifted The support arm engages when the solution tank is lifted all the way open The arm is released by pulling up on it STOP ARM The stop arm prevents the solution tank from fully closing when the tank is lowered Pu...

Page 21: ...ee leveling knob adjusts the deflection at the ends of the squeegee Increase Turn the squeegee leveling knob counter clockwise to increase the deflection at the end of the squeegees Decrease Turn the squeegee leveling knob clockwise to decrease the deflection at the end of the squeegees PARKING BRAKE OPTION The parking brake is controlled with a foot pedal and a release lever located by the squeeg...

Page 22: ...rward or reverse By rotating the steering handles forward the machine propels forward By rotating the handles towards you the machine propels backward When using the ES mode the dirty solution in the recovery tank is filtered and returned to the solution tank to be reused Three different widths of scrub heads and squeegees are available for the machine along with two different brush types The scru...

Page 23: ...le scrubbing and heavy duty scrubbing applications Using the FaST system can increase productivity by 30 by reducing your dump fill cycle It will also reduce chemical usage and storage space One FaST PAK of concentrated agent can scrub up to 1 million sq ft NOTE Do not enable the FaST system with conventional cleaning detergents in the solution tank Drain raise and refill the solution tank with cl...

Page 24: ...erted water attacks the dirt breaks it into smaller particles and pulls it off the floor surface allowing the machine to easily scrub away the suspended soil The converted water then returns to normal water in the recovery tank The ec H2O system can be used with all double scrubbing applications NOTE Do not enable the ec H2O system with conventional cleaning detergents in the solution tank Drain r...

Page 25: ...debris or blockage ES machines check the detergent tank level Drain and clean the recovery tank ES machines drain and clean the solution tank and ES filter Rinse level sensors Empty and clean the debris tray if applicable Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements FaST Scrubbing Check the FaST PAK option concentrate agent level replace carton as needed See the INSTALLING THE F...

Page 26: ...Cleaning Concentrate is specifically designed for use with the FaST system scrubbing application NEVER use a substitute machine damage will result FOR SAFETY When using machine always follow the handling instructions on chemical container 2 Empty the solution tank See the DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS section of the manual NOTE When scrubbing with the FaST system option use clean water only Do n...

Page 27: ... plug when the supply hose is not connected to the FaST PAK This will prevent the FaST solution system from drying out and clogging up the hose 6 When replacing an empty FaST PAK carton allow the new FaST PAK detergent to gravity feed into the system for several minutes prior to operating the FaST system If the detergent does not flow out of the FaST PAK simply squeeze and release the hose several...

Page 28: ...00XP 331533 9 06 26 STARTING THE MACHINE 1 Turn the machine power on 2 Release the machine parking brake if your machine has this option FILLING THE TANKS 1 Start the machine 2 Drive the machine to the filling site ...

Page 29: ...has this option NOTE If you are going to scrub in the ES mode the recovery tank can be partially filled to extend scrub time Make sure the ES system is on If you do not want to use the ES system make sure the ES system is off DO NOT fill the recovery tank 5 ES mode Lift up the solution tank Fill the recovery tank with water 50 mm 2 in below the top of the ES filter located on the bottom of the tan...

Page 30: ...UBBING Open the solution tank cover and fill the solution tank with clear cool water only NOTE When cleaning using the FaST or ec H2O option USE CLEAR COOL WATER ONLY DO NOT add cleaning agents in solution tank Conventional cleaning agents restorers may cause failure to the system NOTE For conventional scrubbing Floor conditions water condition amount of soilage types of soilage and brush action a...

Page 31: ...ng high gloss coated floors Nylon scrub brush Recommended for scrubbing coated floors Cleans without scuffing Super abrasive bristle scrub brush Nylon fiber impregnated with abrasive grit to remove stains and soilage Strong action on any surface performing well on buildup grease or tire marks Heavy duty stripping pad This black pad is for stripping floors Cuts through old heavy finishes easier to ...

Page 32: ...is recommended for scrubbing coated floors Cleans without scuffing Cylindrical super abrasive bristle scrub brush Nylon fiber impregnated with abrasive grit to remove stains and soilage Strong action on any surface performing well on buildup grease or tire marks NOTE Cylindrical scrub brushes must be installed with the herringbone patterns on the brushes pointing towards each other for best debris...

Page 33: ...r NOTE Leave the ec H2O switch in the CONVENTIONAL SCRUBBING position if not using the ec H2O system NOTE The ec H2O system indicator light will not turn on until the machine starts scrubbing ec H2O SCRUBBING If an alarm sounds and the ec H2O system indicator light begins to blink red the ec H2O module must be flushed to resume ec H2O operation See ec H2O MODULE FLUSH PROCEDURE NOTE When the alarm...

Page 34: ... the solution flow lever is nonfunctional The FaST and ec H2O system flow rates are pre set The ec H2O module has optional flow rate settings If solution flow adjustments are required contact an Authorized Service Center 6 Drive the machine forward and scrub as required WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire Do not pickup ...

Page 35: ... scrubbing with the squeegee up This dispenses solution over the area allowing the solution to soak on the floor Let the solution remain on the floor for 15 to 20 minutes Then make a second pass scrubbing with the squeegee down NOTE When using the FaST or ec H2O system option the solution flow lever is nonfunctional The FaST and ec H2O system flow rates are pre set The ec H2O module has optional f...

Page 36: ...OPERATION 5700XP 331533 9 06 34 STOP SCRUBBING 1 Release the steering handles 2 Press the scrubbing switch ...

Page 37: ... then can be filled again for additional scrubbing If you used the machine in ES mode the solution tank should also be drained and cleaned when you are finished scrubbing 1 Stop scrubbing 2 Drive the machine next to a floor drain or sink 3 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 4 Set the parking brake if your machine has...

Page 38: ...mode Lift the solution tank cover and flush out the solution tank with clean water through the fill opening and the top access hole Rinse the filter s at the bottom of the solution tank NOTE Do not use steam to clean the tank 8 ES mode When the solution tank has completely drained replace the drain hose plug in the solution tank drain hose and place the solution tank drain hose back onto the mount...

Page 39: ...unting clip 10 Remove the drain hose plug while holding the hose up then slowly lower the drain hose to the floor drain or sink 11 Lift the solution tank to reach the recovery tank 12 Flush out the inside of the recovery tank with clean water NOTE Do not use steam to clean the tank ...

Page 40: ...lter located in the recovery tank Clean by shaking dust or rinsing pleats with low pressure water Insert the filter back in to the recovery tank when finished NOTE Be sure the vacuum filter is dry before reinstalling it in the machine 16 An optional debris screen is available for the recovery tank entry If your machine is equipped with this screen remove and clean it daily ...

Page 41: ...ry tank drain hose Place the recovery tank drain hose back onto the mounting clip on the machine 18 Pull up on the support arm and lower the solution tank Push the stop arm in to completely lower the solution tank 19 Cylindrical scrub head Remove and clean the debris trough Place the trough back in the scrub head ...

Page 42: ...FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake if so equipped turn off machine and remove key OPERATION ON INCLINES Drive the machine slowly on inclines FOR SAFETY When using machine go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces The maximum rated climb and descent incline with empty tanks is 8_ with full tanks is 6_ ...

Page 43: ...r damage and wear Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter Check the condition of the scrubbing brushes Remove any string banding plastic wrap or other debris wrapped around them Check the squeegees for damage wear and for deflection adjustment Check the vacuum hose for debris or blockage ES machines check the detergent tank level Drain and clean the recovery tank ES machines drain and clean the solution...

Page 44: ...ty Clean sensor s and reset key switch Oily ink film buildup on recovery tank sensor s Use correct detergent Change to magnetic sensor s Operating in bright sunlight Install sensor sun shield s Little or no solution flow to the floor Solution tank empty Fill solution tank Solution control cable broken or out of adjustment Replace and or adjust cable Solution flow turned off Turn solution flow on S...

Page 45: ...d Replace FaST PAK carton and or connect supply hose Clogged flow control orifice and or screen Remove and clean orifice and or screen Faulty pump or air compressor Contact Service Center Clogged filter screen Drain solution tank remove and clean filter screen FaST system is not primed To prime operate the FaST solution system for 3 minutes ec H2O Model ec H2O system indicator light blinking red M...

Page 46: ...s pick up of spills that are out of reach of the machine WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire Do not pickup 1 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 2 Set the parking brake if your machine has this option ...

Page 47: ...33 9 06 3 Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the squeegee 4 Put together the wand and the wand hose 5 Connect the vacuum wand hose and the squeegee suction hose with the adapter 6 Turn the machine power on 10080 ...

Page 48: ... 5700XP 331533 9 06 46 7 Lower the squeegee with the squeegee switch to turn the vacuum system on 8 Vacuum the floor 9 When finished raise the squeegee to shut off the vacuum 10 Turn the machine power off 06599 ...

Page 49: ...OPERATION 47 5700XP 331533 9 06 11 Remove the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose 12 Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the top of the squeegee ...

Page 50: ...out of reach of the machine WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire Do not pickup 1 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 2 Set the parking brake if your machine has this option 3 Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the squeegee ...

Page 51: ...se with the adapter 5 Open the solution tank cover Attach the end of solution hose to the quick disconnect Push the connector in until it stops Pull on the hose to make sure it is connected 6 Attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the power wand 7 Turn the machine power on ...

Page 52: ...turn the vacuum system on 9 Switch the power wand on 10 Squeeze the solution lever on the power wand to spray solution on the floor Scrub the floor with the brush side of the cleaning tool 11 Vacuum up the solution by turning over the cleaning tool so the squeegee side is down 06202 ...

Page 53: ...wheels on the tool by turning the black adjustment knob NOTE The wheels are properly adjusted when the squeegee blades deflect slightly while the tool is pushed back and forth 12 When finished switch the power wand off 13 When finished raise the squeegee to shut off the vacuum 14 Disconnect the solution hose from the machine 06604 ...

Page 54: ...6 52 15 Remove the vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose 16 Disconnect the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses from the power wand 17 Turn the machine power off 18 Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the squeegee ...

Page 55: ...vacuum fan filter 1 Clean debris screen option 1 1 Recovery tank ES mode Clean ES filter 1 3 Solution tank ES mode Clean 1 3 Vacuum fan filter Clean 1 Machine Check for leaks 1 6 Disk scrub head skirt Check adjustment 1 Check for damage and wear 1 6 Cylindrical scrub head skirts Check adjustment 4 Check for damage and wear 4 12 FaST PAK supply hose and connector option Clean and connect hose to st...

Page 56: ...brush drive belts Check tension 2 500 Hours 10 Vacuum fan motor Check motor brushes 1 1000 Hours 12 FaST water and air filters option Replace 1 7 Scrub brush motors Check motor brushes 2 11 Propelling motor Check motor brushes 1 11 Transaxle Check lubricant level GL 1 SPL Special lubricant Lubriplate EMB grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 GL SAE 90 weight gear lubricant ...

Page 57: ...s of time The lifetime of the batteries is limited by the number of charges the batteries receive To get the most life from the batteries charge them when the battery discharge indicator blinks Periodically clean the top surface of the batteries and the terminals and check for loose connections Use a strong solution of baking soda and water Brush the solution sparingly over the battery tops termin...

Page 58: ...charge level and condition of the batteries If one or more of the battery cells test lower than the other battery cells 0 050 or more the cell is damaged shorted or is about to fail NOTE Do not take readings immediately after adding distilled water If the water and acid are not thoroughly mixed the readings may not be accurate Check the hydrometer readings against the following chart to determine ...

Page 59: ...rface and turn off machine 3 Lift up the solution tank to get access to the batteries NOTE The solution tank must be empty 4 Check the water level in all the battery cells 5 If the level is low add just enough distilled water to cover the battery plates DO NOT OVERFILL The batteries can overflow during charging due to expansion NOTE Make sure the battery caps are in place while charging FOR SAFETY...

Page 60: ...r will start automatically When the batteries are fully charged the TENNANT charger will automatically turn off 9 After the charger has turned off unplug the charger from the wall outlet 10 Unplug the charger connector from the battery connector on the machine FOR SAFETY When maintaining or servicing machine avoid contact with battery acid 11 Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell after ...

Page 61: ...ease the switch 3 While the diagnostic is running the three speed switch indicators will flash The machine systems will activate as follows D The brushes and squeegee raise D The vacuum fan starts and the squeegee lowers The squeegee raises and the vacuum fan shuts off D The scrub head lowers and raises D The brushes turn on and off D The solution valve turns on and off D The ESt pump turns on and...

Page 62: ...h of the indicators are on and contact the service personnel 4 Turn off the diagnostic by turning off the machine power ELECTRIC MOTORS The carbon brushes on the vacuum fan motor should be inspected after every 500 hours of machine operation The carbon brushes on the scrub brush motors and propelling motor should be inspected after every 1000 hours of machine operation ...

Page 63: ...rub head on a level floor 2 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 3 Check to see if the scrub head skirt touches the floor all the way around the scrub head 4 If the skirt needs to be adjusted pull the strap end away from the skirt Loosen the strap from the buckle and move the skirt up or down to touch the floor NOTE Re...

Page 64: ...urn off machine 3 Pull the strap end away from the skirt Loosen and pull the strap from the buckle 4 Pull the old skirt off the scrub head 5 Put the new skirt on the scrub head lining up the notches under the rollers 6 Pull the strap tight through the buckle and attach the strap end to the skirt using the hook and loop fastener 7 Adjust the skirt as stated in ADJUSTING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRT ...

Page 65: ...urn off machine 3 Check to see if the scrub head skirts touch the floor 4 If any of the skirts needs adjusting loosen the retainer strip hardware and slide the skirt to the proper adjustment Tighten the retainer strip hardware REPLACING THE SCRUB HEAD SKIRTS 1 Raise the scrub head 2 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine...

Page 66: ...0 mm 36 in 35 A 20 A NOTE To interchange the model 800 or the model 900 heavy duty disk head with one of the other available scrub heads you must change the scrub brush motor circuit breakers in the operator console Interchanging the scrub heads without changing the scrub brush motor circuit breakers will cause the scrub brush motors or circuit breakers to fail NOTE When you change to a different ...

Page 67: ...isconnect the solution line from the scrub head tee fitting 5 Disconnect the wire harness 6 Disconnect the scrub head from the guide by removing the clevis pin 7 Disconnect the lift arms from the scrub head by removing the two clevis pins ...

Page 68: ...e actuator to the scrub head with the clevis pin 12 Connect the wire harness 13 Connect the solution line to the scrub head tee fitting LEVELING THE SCRUB HEAD NOTE Check the tires for correct tire pressure before leveling the scrub head 1 Make sure the scrub head is lowered to the floor 2 Check the level of the scrub head by measuring the distance from the top of the scrub head to the floor at al...

Page 69: ... jam nut on the adjustment screw located on the top of the scrub head Turn the adjustment screw until the scrub head measures level Tighten the jam nut 4 Install the machine front cover 5 Cylindrical scrub head Check the brush pattern as described in CHECKING AND ADJUSTING CYLINDRICAL BRUSH PATTERN ...

Page 70: ...se one brush will be more aggressive than the other Cleaning pads must be placed on pad drives before they are ready to use The cleaning pad is held in place by a pad holder Cleaning pads need to be cleaned immediately after using with soap and water Do not wash the pads with a pressure washer Hang dry pads or lie flat to dry REPLACING THE DISK BRUSHES 1 Raise the scrub head 2 Turn the machine pow...

Page 71: ...drive hub 6 Pull the brush out from under the scrub head 7 Place the new scrub brush on the floor in front of the scrub head Push the brush under the scrub head 8 Line up the brush drive socket with the drive plug 9 Lift the scrub brush into the drive plug 10 Check to make sure the brush is securely mounted on the brush drive hub 11 Close the scrub head access cover 12 Repeat for the other brush ...

Page 72: ...ve than the other REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 1 Raise the scrub head 2 Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake if your machine has this option FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 3 Push down on the mounting spring and the idler door then pull out on the bottom of the door Push down on the spring until the door releases from t...

Page 73: ...RUSH PATTERN NOTE Check the tires for correct tire pressure and make sure the solution tank is full before checking or adjusting the brush pattern 1 Apply chalk or some other material that will not blow easily away to a smooth level floor 2 Raise the scrub head Position the scrub head over the chalked area 3 Set the parking brake if your machine has this option 4 Lower the scrub head for 15 to 20 ...

Page 74: ...es will have to be adjusted to straighten the brush pattern A Remove the idler door by pushing down on the mounting spring and the idler door then pulling out on the bottom of the door Push down on the spring until the door releases from the scrub head Pull the idle plug off the brush B While holding the flat end of the idler shaft with a wrench loosen the mounting screw on the outside of the idle...

Page 75: ...e scrub head Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to increase the front brush pattern width Turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise to increase the back brush pattern width Check the brush patterns again Adjust until the front and back patterns are the same width Tighten the jam nut SOLUTION SYSTEM RECOVERY TANK The recovery tank stores recovered solution The recovery tank should be drained and...

Page 76: ... with this screen remove and clean it daily SOLUTION TANK The solution tank stores the cleaning solution The solution tank does not require regular maintenance If deposits form on the bottom of the tank rinse the tank with a strong blast of warm water The tank can be flushed through the fill opening and top access hole ES option The solution tank should be drained and cleaned daily The solution ta...

Page 77: ...ocated in the FaST detergent injector Order filter kit p n 9003009 To access the detergent injector assembly lower the scrub head and remove the front cover Remove the injector assembly from clamps Replace the water and air filter An 8mm hex wrench required to install new water filter Water Filter 50 Mesh Brown Air Filter 50 Mesh Brown ...

Page 78: ...r screen bowl and clean the filter screen after every 50 hours of machine operation Empty the solution tank before removing the filter FaST SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTOR The FaST supply hose connector is located below the FaST PAK holder Soak the connector in warm water if detergent buildup is visible When a FaST PAK carton is not installed store the supply hose connector on the storing plug to prevent th...

Page 79: ...ear protective gloves and eye protection when handling vinegar 3 Disconnect the black connector fitting at the scrub head and place the hose into a bucket To access the connector fitting you may have to remove the front cover from the machine 4 Turn the key to the on I position 5 Press and release the ec H2O module flush switch to start the flush cycle The module is located behind the front cover ...

Page 80: ...d be checked daily or when scrubbing a different type of floor The squeegee assembly can be removed from the squeegee pivot to prevent damage during transport of the machine or when changing to a different squeegee width The squeegees are available in three widths to be used with the three different model scrub heads model 700 700 mm 28 in model 800 800 mm 32 in and model 900 900 mm 36 in REMOVING...

Page 81: ...t 4 Tighten the mounting knobs 5 Push the squeegee suction hose on the squeegee LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE Leveling of the squeegee assures even contact the length of the squeegee blade with the surface being scrubbed Make sure this adjustment is done on an even level floor 1 Turn the machine power on 2 Lower the squeegee 3 Drive the machine forward then turn the machine power off 4 Look at the deflect...

Page 82: ...ine moves forward with the squeegee lowered to the floor The best deflection is when the squeegee wipes the floor just dry with a minimum amount of deflection 1 Turn the machine power on 2 Lower the squeegee 3 Drive the machine forward and look at the deflection of the squeegee blade The correct amount of deflection is 12 mm 0 50 in for scrubbing smooth floors and 15 mm 0 62 in for rough floors 4 ...

Page 83: ...des the front and back Each blade has four wiping edges To use them all start with one wiping edge To use the next wiping edge rotate the blade end for end To use the next wiping edge rotate the top edges down bottom edges up To use the last edge rotate the blade end for end Replace any worn or damaged squeegee blades REPLACING OR ROTATING THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE 1 Make sure the squeegee is raised...

Page 84: ... touch Do not overtighten REPLACING OR ROTATING THE FRONT SQUEEGEE BLADE 1 Make sure the squeegee is raised off the floor 2 Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake if your machine has this option FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 3 Remove the squeegee from the machine See REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY 4 Remove the rear squeegee ...

Page 85: ...on the retainer plate 8 Push the retainer plate forward Tighten the two outside knobs on top of the squeegee assembly 9 Insert the rear squeegee blade and retainer Tighten the two rear blade retention knobs until the ends of the front and rear squeegee blades touch Do not overtighten 10 Install the squeegee assembly on the squeegee pivot See INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY 11 Adjust the squeegee ...

Page 86: ...ing an old belt measure and record the belt tension before removal so that the belt can be reinstalled at the same tension If the old belt tension was not recorded the recommended force per old belts is 1 03 to 1 14 kg 2 28 to 2 52 lb with a deflection of 3 mm 0 1 in Check the belt tension and wear every 100 hours of operation STATIC DRAG CHAIN A static drag chain prevents the buildup of static el...

Page 87: ...ACHINE If the machine becomes disabled it can be pushed if necessary Unplug the drive motor from the electrical harness before attempting to push a disabled machine The machine will become easier to maneuver when it is unplugged ATTENTION Do not push the machine for a long distance and without unplugging the drive motor or damage may occur to the propelling system Only push a disabled machine for ...

Page 88: ...onto the truck or trailer 3 To winch the machine onto the truck or trailer attach the winching chains to the rear tie down locations on either side of the machine frame by the rear casters 4 Unplug the drive motor from the electrical harness before attempting to winch the machine The machine will become easier to maneuver when it is unplugged FOR SAFETY When loading machine onto truck or trailer u...

Page 89: ... machine to prevent the machine from tipping The rear tie down locations are on either side of the machine frame by the rear casters 7 If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm 15 in from the ground use a winch to unload machine If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm 15 in or less from the ground the machine may be pushed off the truck or trailer FOR SAFETY When...

Page 90: ... following steps should be taken when storing the machine for extended periods of time 1 Drain and clean the solution and recovery tanks 2 Park the machine in a cool dry area 3 Remove the batteries or charge them after every three months FREEZE PROTECTION 1 Drain the solution tank and recovery tank of all water 2 Pour 2 gallons 8 liters of recreational vehicle RV antifreeze into the solution tank ...

Page 91: ...set key and repeat the flush procedure as described below Flushing antifreeze from ec H2O module 1 Drain the antifreeze from the solution tank into a bucket 2 Fill the solution tank with cool water until full See FILLING SOLUTION TANK 3 Disconnect the black connector fitting at the scrub head and place the hose into a bucket To access the connector fitting you may have to remove the front cover fr...

Page 92: ...cal brush length for 700 mm 28 in scrub head 700 mm 28 00 in Cylindrical brush length for 800 mm 32 in scrub head 800 mm 32 00 in Cylindrical brush length for 900 mm 36 in scrub head 900 mm 36 00 in Squeegee width for 700 mm 28 in scrub head 950 mm 37 5 in Squeegee width for 800 mm 32 in scrub head 1070 mm 42 in Squeegee width for 900 mm 36 in scrub head 1160 mm 45 5 in Scrubbing path width for 70...

Page 93: ...ution flow rate Disk 900 mm 36 in 0 30 gpm 1 10 L min standard 0 44 gpm 1 66 L min optional 0 53 gpm 2 00 L min optional Solution flow rate Cylindrical 700 mm 28 in 0 33 gpm 1 25 L min standard 0 44 gpm 1 66 L min optional Solution flow rate Cylindrical 800 mm 32 in 0 33 gpm 1 25 L min standard 0 44 gpm 1 66 L min optional Solution flow rate Cylindrical 900 mm 36 in 0 44 gpm 1 66 L min standard 0 ...

Page 94: ...ty scrub brush disk 36 0 75 1 Scrub brush cylindrical 36 0 56 0 75 Vacuum fan 36 0 63 0 85 Propelling 36 0 37 0 50 Type VDC amp Hz Phase VAC Chargers Smart 36 20 60 1 115 36 30 60 1 115 Chargers International 36 20 50 1 230 36 20 50 1 245 36 30 50 1 230 36 30 50 1 245 TIRES Location Type Size Pressure Front 2 Pneumatic 4 10 3 5 6 415 to 450 kPa 60 to 65 psi Front 2 Solid option 1 2 3 0 6 Rear cast...

Page 95: ...SPECIFICATIONS 93 5700XP 331533 9 06 1600 mm 63 in 1625 mm 64 in 1660 mm 65 25 in 1690 mm 66 5 in 950 mm 37 5 in 1065 mm 42 in 1155 mm 45 5 in 720 mm 28 25 in 1090 mm 43 in 10189 MACHINE DIMENSIONS ...

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