OPERATION
Tennant 1500 (05–99)
6
MACHINE SETUP
FILLING SOLUTION TANK
1.
Transport machine to filling station. Raise
brush/pick-up head when transporting.
2.
Turn off main switch.
3.
Open solution fill door at front of machine and fill
solution tank with 64 L (17 gal) of clean water,
60
°
C (140
°
F) maximum temperature. Or you can
use the rear fill port to fill solution tank. Twist off
plug and insert hose to fill. The clear tube below
the fill port has 19 L (5 gal) increment markers to
indicate amount of water in tank (Figure 4).
FIG. 4
WARNING: Flammable materials can cause
an explosion or fire. Do not use flammable
materials in tank(s).
NOTE: If filling with a bucket, be certain that bucket is
clean. This will prevent possible solution line clogs.
4.
Add cleaning chemical. See proper dilution ratio
instructions on bottle.
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, follow
mixing and handling instructions on chemical
containers.
ATTENTION: Use only recommended cleaning
chemicals, DO NOT use substitutes. Consult an
authorized distributor to assist you with the
recommended cleaning chemicals.
ADJUSTING CONTROL GRIP HEIGHT
The machine has three control grip height settings.
1.
Locate two spring loaded levers below console.
2.
Squeeze levers together and lift or lower control
grips to a comfortable operating height
(Figure 5).
FIG. 5
MACHINE OPERATION
PRE–OPERATION CHECKS
S
Vacuum floor and remove any debris.
S
Check battery meter charge level to ensure
batteries are fully charged (See Battery Charging).
S
Check that spray bar is installed.
S
Check that inline strainer filter is installed.
S
Inspect spray tips for proper spray pattern
(See Weekly Maintenance).
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine, unless
operator manual is read and understood.
1.
Turn on main switch.
2.
Lower brush/pick-up head to floor by depressing
brush height switch (Figure 6).
FIG. 6
3.
Turn on vacuum and pump switches.
NOTE: The brush and pump will start once control
grips are rotated.
