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OPERATION

6500 330270 (9--01)

ENGINE SPEED SWITCH (For machines

serial number 020000 and above)

The engine speed switch controls engine

governed speed. The engine has three speeds;

Idle, Fast1, or Fast2.

Idle: The engine will automatically start in idle

speed. To return the engine to idle from another

engine speed, press the bottom of the engine

speed switch twice.

Fast 1: Press the top of the engine speed switch

once from the idle engine speed. This speed is for

general sweeping.

Fast 2: Press the top of the engine speed switch

twice from the engine idle speed. This speed is for

sweeping light litter.

Summary of Contents for 6500

Page 1: ...6500 Operator Manual 330270 Rev 06 330270 ...

Page 2: ...ed at minimum costs if D The machine is operated with reasonable care D The machine is maintained regularly per the maintenance instructions provided D The machine is maintained with TENNANT supplied or approved parts Manual Number 330270 Revision 06 Published 9 02 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...

Page 3: ...E BRUSH DOWN PRESSURE KNOB 37 CIRCUIT BREAKERS 38 LATCHES 40 HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 40 OPERATOR SEAT 41 Page HEATER KNOB OPTION 41 AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH OPTION 41 WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH OPTION 42 DOME LIGHT SWITCH OPTION 42 HEATER SWITCH OPTION 42 PRESSURIZER SWITCH OPTION 42 HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 43 PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST 43 CHANGING AN LPG FUEL TANK 44 STARTING THE MACHINE 46 SWEEPING AND BRUSH ...

Page 4: ...R SEAL 95 HOPPER DOOR SEALS 95 HOPPER COVER SEAL Metal Hoppers 96 HOPPER DUST SEAL Metal Hoppers 96 HOPPER VACUUM FAN SEAL Metal Hoppers 96 HOPPER FILTER SEALS 96 BRAKES AND TIRES 97 SERVICE BRAKES 97 PARKING BRAKE 97 TIRES 97 REAR WHEEL 97 PUSHING TOWING AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 98 PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 98 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 98 MACHINE JACKING 101 STORING MACHINE 101 SPECIFICATI...

Page 5: ...ard 2 Before starting machine Check for fuel oil and liquid leaks Keep sparks and open flame away from refueling area Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly Check brakes and steering for proper operation 3 When starting machine Keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 4 When using machine Use brakes to stop machine Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces Use ca...

Page 6: ...off machine Use truck or trailer that will support the weight of the machine Use winch Do not drive the machine onto off the truck or trailer unless the load height is 380 mm 15 in or less from the ground Set parking brake after machine is loaded Block machine tires Tie machine down to truck or trailer ...

Page 7: ...all a new label in its place HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL LOCATED ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS HOPPER SUPPORT BAR LABEL LOCATED ON THE HOPPER SUPPORT BAR AND ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS ENGINE FAN AND BELT LABEL LOCATED ON THE RADIATOR SHROUD EMISSIONS LABEL LOCATED ON THE SIDE PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT 07748 FOR SAFETY LABEL LOCATED ON THE SIDE PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT ...

Page 8: ...pervisor when the required maintenance intervals occur as stated in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Read this manual carefully before operating this machine FOR SAFETY Do not operate machine unless operation manual is read and understood Check the machine for shipping damage Check to make sure machine is complete per shipping instructions Check the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic res...

Page 9: ...nt level FOR SAFETY When servicing machine avoid contact with hot engine coolant Gasoline powered machines Fill the fuel tank FOR SAFETY When servicing machine keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area Keep area well ventilated 07752 07753 ...

Page 10: ...ated After the first 50 hours of operation follow the recommended procedures stated in the MAINTENANCE CHART 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 and supplies directly from your authorized TENNANT representative Use the parts...

Page 11: ...0 330270 5 98 MACHINE COMPONENTS A B C D E F G H I 07748 A Operator Seat B Steering Wheel C Engine Cover D Engine Side Door E Main Brush Access Door F Hopper Cover G Hopper Access Cover H Side Brush I Instrument Panel ...

Page 12: ... Water Temperature Hopper Door Close Hopper Temperature Thermo Sentryt Hopper Down Hopper Temperature Thermo Sentryt Hopper Up Filter Clogged Horn Hopper Door Closed Main Brush Down Pressure Light Fuel Main Brush Down Pressure Heavy Hourmeter Main Brush Float Hazard Light Main Brush Down Filter Shaker Main Brush Up Operating Lights Side Brush Down Pressure Light Fan Side Brush Down Pressure Heavy ...

Page 13: ...aker 10 Circuit Breaker 1 Windshield Wiper Slow Circuit Breaker 2 Windshield Wiper Fast Circuit Breaker 3 Dome Light Circuit Breaker 4 Heater Circuit Breaker 5 Cab Pressurizer Slow Circuit Breaker 6 Cab Pressurizer Fast Circuit Breaker 7 Engine speed fast Circuit Breaker 8 Engine speed slow ...

Page 14: ... Position Lever J Main Brush Down Pressure Knob K Turn Signal Switch Option L Hopper Temperature Light Thermo Sentryt M Engine Water Temperature Light N Engine Oil Pressure Light O Charging System Light P Hopper Door Light Q Clogged Filter Light R Fuel Level Gauge S Hourmeter T Hazard Light Switch Option U Operating Light Switch V Vacuum Fan Switch W Engine Speed Switch X Filter Shaker Switch Y St...

Page 15: ...own Pressure Knob K Turn Signal Switch Not Pictured L Hopper Temperature Light Thermo Sentryt M Engine Water Temperature Light N Engine Oil Pressure Light O Charging System Light P Hopper Door Light Q Clogged Filter Light Option R LP Fuel Light LP Machines Only S Hourmeter T Fuel Gauge Gas Machines Only U Operating Hazard Lights Switch V Vacuum Fan Filter Shaker Switch W Engine Speed Switch X Stee...

Page 16: ...ge the speed of the machine with the pressure of your foot the harder you press the faster the machine travels Forward Press the top of the directional pedal with the toe of your foot Reverse Press the bottom of the directional pedal with the heel of your foot Neutral Take your foot off the directional pedal and it will return to the neutral position 07790 07791 07792 ...

Page 17: ...the neutral position Step on the brake pedal PARKING BRAKE LEVER The parking brake lever sets and releases the front wheel brakes Set Pull the parking brake lever up FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key Release Push the parking brake lever down 07754 07794 07793 ...

Page 18: ...OKE KNOB The engine choke knob controls the engine choke on gasoline powered machines On For cold starting pull the engine choke knob out Off Push the engine choke knob in HORN BUTTON The horn button operates the horn Sound Press the button ...

Page 19: ...n Push the main brush and side brush lever into the On position Main Brush and Side Brush Off Pull the main brush and side brush lever into the middle position Main Brush On Pull the main brush and side brush lever into the On position NOTE Always raise the main brush when the machine is not being operated for some time This prevents the main brush from getting a flat spot ...

Page 20: ...he hopper door when emptying the hopper to control debris and dust Open Push the hopper door lever into the Open position and leave it there Hold Release the hopper door lever into the middle position Close Pull and hold the hopper door lever into the Close position NOTE The hopper door will not close if the main brush side brush and vacuum fan are operating ...

Page 21: ...he hopper lift lever into the Up position WARNING Raised hopper may fall Engage hopper support bar NOTE The hopper will not raise if the main brush side brush and vacuum fan are operating Hold Release the hopper lift lever up and into the middle position Down Push and hold the hopper lift lever into the Down position ...

Page 22: ...ositions down and float Down is used for general sweeping Float is used when sweeping extremely uneven surfaces Down Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left and over into the Down position Float Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left and over into the Float position Up Pull the main brush position lever all the way back and to the right into the up position 07782 0...

Page 23: ...ever lowers and raises the main brush The main brush can be lowered into one sweeping position which is set by the main brush adjustment knob Down Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left and over into the down position Up Pull the main brush position lever all the way back and to the right into the Up position ...

Page 24: ...E KNOB For machines below serial number 020000 The main brush down pressure knob changes the main brush contact with the sweeping surface Heavy Turn the main brush down pressure knob counter clockwise Light Turn the main brush down pressure knob clockwise ...

Page 25: ... color band on the brush idler plate before moving the main brush adjustment knob Align the pointer from the plate located under the knob to match the same color band as the brush idler plate Loosen adjustment knob Turn the adjustment plate knob counter clockwise until the plate can slide along the adjustment panel Secure adjustment knob Turn the adjustment plate knob clockwise until the knob is h...

Page 26: ...N 6500 330270 9 01 24 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH OPTION The turn signal switch operates the turn signals Right Push the switch lever forward Left Pull the switch lever back Flashers Pull out the knob 06487 06488 06745 ...

Page 27: ... below serial number 020000 The light location is as shown For machines serial number 020000 and above The light location is as shown ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE LIGHT The engine water temperature light comes on when the temperature of the engine coolant is more than 107_ C 225_ F Stop operating the machine Locate the problem and have it corrected For machines below serial number 020000 The light loc...

Page 28: ...ocation is as shown For machines serial number 020000 and above The light location is as shown CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT The charging system light comes on when the existing voltage potential of the battery is not within normal range 10 to 14 Volts Stop operating the machine Locate the problem and have it corrected For machines below serial number 020000 The light location is as shown For machines ser...

Page 29: ... number 020000 and above The light location is as shown CLOGGED FILTER LIGHT The clogged filter light comes on when the hopper dust filter is clogged To clean the filter press the filter shaker switch If the clogged filter light remains lit manually clean the hopper dust filter See HOPPER DUST FILTER in MAINTENANCE For machines below serial number 020000 The light location is as shown CLOGGED FILT...

Page 30: ... the service area Replace the empty LP fuel tank with a full tank See the CHANGING THE LPG TANK section of the manual HOURMETER The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been operated Use this information to determine machine maintenance intervals For machines below serial number 020000 The light location is as shown For machines serial number 020000 and above The light location is...

Page 31: ...segments shut off The fuel tank is empty when all ten of the segments have shut off LPG powered machine When the tank is full none of the segments are lit The last two segments will flash when the tank is low on fuel or empty For machines serial number 020000 and above Gasoline powered machine The machine indicates how much fuel is in the fuel tank with an analogue fuel gauge LPG powered machine T...

Page 32: ...r 020000 The operating lights switch powers on and off the headlights and taillights On Press the operating lights switch The indicator light above the switch will come on Off Press the operating lights switch The indicator light above the switch will go off OPERATING HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH For machines serial number 020000 and above The operating hazard light switch powers on and off the operating ...

Page 33: ...st filter shaker The shaker automatically operates for 10 seconds Start Press the filter shaker switch The indicator light will remain on while the filter shaker is operating NOTE The vacuum fan shuts off while the filter shaker is operating NOTE Close the hopper door before operating the filter shaker VACUUM FAN FILTER SHAKER SWITCH For machines serial number 020000 and above The vacuum fan filte...

Page 34: ... Idle The engine will automatically start in idle speed To return the engine to idle from another engine speed press the engine speed switch until the first indicator light comes on Fast 1 Press the engine speed switch until the second indicator light comes on This speed is for general sweeping Fast 2 Press the engine speed switch until the third indicator light comes on This speed is for sweeping...

Page 35: ...2 Idle The engine will automatically start in idle speed To return the engine to idle from another engine speed press the bottom of the engine speed switch twice Fast 1 Press the top of the engine speed switch once from the idle engine speed This speed is for general sweeping Fast 2 Press the top of the engine speed switch twice from the engine idle speed This speed is for sweeping light litter ...

Page 36: ...t Turn the steering wheel to the left Right Turn the steering wheel to the right STEERING COLUMN TILT LEVER Option The steering column tilt lever controls the angle of the steering column Adjust Pull down on the tilt lever move the column up or down and release the tilt lever NOTE Machines below serial number 020000 are all equipped with tilt steering 07801 07802 ...

Page 37: ...arting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral NOTE For machines not equipped with a glow plug light hold the key for 15 to 60 seconds depending on the weather conditions Start Turn the key all the way clockwise Release the key as soon as the engine starts Stop Turn the key counter clockwise 07804 07805 ...

Page 38: ...SITION LEVER The side brush position lever lowers and raises the side brush Down Pull the side brush position lever back and to the right into the Down slot Up Pull the side brush position lever back and to the left into the Up slot 07785 07786 ...

Page 39: ...H DOWN PRESSURE KNOB The side brush down pressure knob changes the side brush contact with the sweeping surface Heavy Turn the side brush down pressure knob counter clockwise Light Turn the side brush down pressure knob clockwise 07799 07800 ...

Page 40: ...the circuit breaker will continue to stop current flow until the problem is corrected All the circuit breakers are located in the operator compartment except CB 10 It is located in the cab control panel The chart lists the circuit breakers and the electrical components they protect Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected CB 1 15 A Engine and throttle CB 2 15 A Vacuum fan filter shaker CB 3 15 A O...

Page 41: ...o stop current flow until the problem is corrected All the circuit breakers are located in the operator compartment except CB 10 thru 12 They are located in the cab control panel The chart lists the circuit breakers and the electrical components they protect Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected CB 1 Open CB 2 15 A Engine start CB 3 15 A Engine cntrl panel CB 4 15 A Horn Hazard lights CB 5 15 A...

Page 42: ...per Cover Push the cover latch to the right and pull up on the hopper cover For machines serial number 020000 and above Open the right rear Grille Door Pull the door open Open the left rear Grille Door Push down on the door latch Open the Hopper Cover Pull the rubber cover latch forward and pull up on the hopper cover HOPPER SUPPORT BAR The hopper support bar is located on the operator s side of t...

Page 43: ... Lower Pull on the release lever and lower the seat mounting plate HEATER KNOB OPTION The heater knob controls the cab heater on the cab option On Pull the knob out until the air temperature is at the desired comfort level For maximum heat pull the knob out all the way Off Push the knob in all the way AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH OPTION The air conditioning switch operates the cab s air conditioning in...

Page 44: ...ch controls the dome light on the cab option On Press the top of the switch Off Press the bottom of the switch HEATER SWITCH OPTION The heater switch controls the cab heater on the cab option On Press the top of the switch Off Press the bottom of the switch PRESSURIZER SWITCH OPTION The pressurizer switch operates the cab pressurizer on the cab option The pressurizer can be operated at two speeds ...

Page 45: ... machine The side brush sweeps debris into the path of the main brush The main brush sweeps debris from the floor into the hopper The vacuum system pulls dust and air through the hopper and the hopper dust filter When sweeping is finished clean the hopper dust filter and empty the hopper PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST Check under the machine for leaks fuel oil coolant Check the engine air filter indicato...

Page 46: ...CHANGING AN LPG FUEL TANK 1 Park the machine in a designated safe area 2 Close the tank service valve 3 Operate the engine until it stops from lack of fuel then set the machine parking brake FOR SAFETY When servicing machine keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area Keep area well ventilated 07751 07754 07810 ...

Page 47: ...the aligning hole in the tank collar NOTE If you cannot line up the centering pin make sure you have the correct LPG fuel tank and then adjust the pin locator in or out 7 Fasten the tank hold down clamp to lock the tank in position 8 Connect the LPG fuel line to the tank service coupling Make sure the service coupling is clean and free of damage Also make sure it matches the machine service coupli...

Page 48: ... FOR SAFETY When starting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 3 Gasoline powered machines Pull out the choke knob when the engine is cold Push in the choke knob after the engine is running smoothly LPG powered machines for machines before serial number 020138 When the engine is cold and exposed to cold temperatures open the engine cover press the primer button on the LPG va...

Page 49: ...o the starter motor may occur 5 Allow the engine and hydraulic system to warm up three to five minutes WARNING Engine emits toxic gases Severe respiratory damage or asphyxiation can result Provide adequate ventilation Consult with your regulatory authorities for exposure limits Keep engine properly tuned 6 Release the machine parking brake 7 Select the Fast 1 engine speed with the engine speed swi...

Page 50: ...up and hopper loading Do not use the Fast 2 speed in dusty environments The machine can dust and clog the hopper dust filter Operate the engine in the Fast 1 position when picking up general debris For best results use the correct brush type for your sweeping application The following are recommendations for main and side brush applications Nylon 8 double Row Main Brush Recommended for general swe...

Page 51: ... good general purpose brush for sweeping of light to medium debris in both indoor and outdoor applications This brush is recommended when bristles may get wet Nylon Side Brush A longer life general purpose brush that is recommended for rough surfaces Flat Wire Side Brush Recommended for outside and curb side sweeping where soilage is heavy or compacted The stiff wire bristles dig out soilage This ...

Page 52: ...On position or pull the lever into the On position 4 Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum 5 Pull the main brush position lever back and to the left into the Down position 6 Pull the side brush position lever back and to the right into the Down slot 7 Sweep as needed 07785 ...

Page 53: ... 1 Pull the main brush position lever all the way back and to the right into the Up position 2 Pull the side brush position lever back and to the left into the Up slot 3 Pull the main brush and side brush lever into the middle Off position 07786 ...

Page 54: ...ION 6500 330270 9 01 52 4 Pull the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes on 5 Press and hold the filter shaker switch for about 10 seconds to shake the hopper dust filter ...

Page 55: ...NG THE HOPPER 1 Slowly drive the machine to the debris site or debris container 2 Pull the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes on 3 Release the hopper door lever into the middle Hold position 07816 ...

Page 56: ...t lever up and into the middle Hold position FOR SAFETY When using machine move machine with care when hopper is raised 6 Drive the machine up to the debris container 7 Lower the hopper into the debris container to control dust 8 Push the hopper door lever into the Open position and leave it there 9 Raise the hopper enough and or close the hopper door to clear the top of the debris container 10 Sl...

Page 57: ...e hopper lift lever into the Down position STOP THE MACHINE 1 Stop sweeping 2 Take your foot off the directional pedal Step on the brake pedal 3 Select the Idle position with the engine speed switch 4 Set the machine parking brake 07754 07794 ...

Page 58: ...key counter clockwise to stop the engine Remove the switch key FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 6 LPG powered machines Close the LPG tank s liquid service valve 07805 07810 ...

Page 59: ...T MAIN BRUSH PATTERN and SIDE BRUSH in MAINTENANCE Check for wire or string tangled on the main and side brushes LPG powered machine Check to make sure the LPG tank service valve is closed Check for fuel odor that indicates a fuel leak Check under the machine for leak spots fuel oil coolant Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements 07810 ...

Page 60: ...rake 2 Start the engine For Safety When starting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 3 Raise the hopper all the way up 4 Lift and position the hopper support bar under the hopper lift arm WARNING Raised hopper may fall Engage hopper support bar 07794 07804 08003 ...

Page 61: ... WARNING Lift arm pinch point Stay clear of hopper lift arms 6 Shut the engine off DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 1 Start the engine FOR SAFETY When starting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 2 Raise the hopper slightly to release the hopper support bar 07803 07805 07804 ...

Page 62: ... point Stay clear of hopper lift arms 4 Lower the hopper 5 Shut the engine off OPERATION ON INCLINES Drive the machine slowly on inclines Use the brake pedal to control machine speed on descending inclines The maximum rated incline is 6_ FOR SAFETY When using machine go slow on inclines 08004 07805 ...

Page 63: ...es the machine s vacuum system The vacuum hose and wand allow pick up of debris that is out of reach of the machine 1 Stop the machine within reach of the area to be vacuumed 2 Shut the engine off 3 Set the machine parking brake 4 Open the hopper cover 07805 07794 08133 ...

Page 64: ... vacuum plug from the side of the hopper 6 Remove the vacuum wand and hose from the mounting clips 7 Connect the vacuum hose to the hopper connection 8 Close the hopper cover 9 Connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum wand 08134 08136 08728 08138 ...

Page 65: ...e Fast 2 engine speed with the engine speed switch 12 Pull and hold the hopper door lever into the Close position until the hopper door light comes on 13 Push the main brush and side brush lever into the On position NOTE Always raise the brushes when turning them on for the vacuum wand This prevents them from making brush marks in the floor 07804 ...

Page 66: ...30270 9 01 64 14 Press the vacuum fan switch to start the vacuum 15 Vacuum the area as needed 16 Pull the main brush and side brush lever into the middle position 17 Press the vacuum switch to shut off the vacuum 08140 ...

Page 67: ...er door lever into the Open position and leave it there 19 Shut the engine off 20 Open the hopper cover 21 Remove the vacuum hose from the hopper connection 22 Put the vacuum plug in the hopper connection 23 Close the hopper cover 07805 08137 08135 ...

Page 68: ...OPERATION 6500 330270 5 98 66 24 Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum wand 25 Put the vacuum wand and hose in the mounting clips 08139 08141 ...

Page 69: ...and allows the operator to blow debris out from areas while sweeping with the machine 1 Remove the blower attachment from the back of the machine 2 Move the lever on the engine cover forward into the ON position to start airflow through the wand 3 Direct the wand into the area of debris 08142 08144 08146 ...

Page 70: ... blower attachment on the back of the machine HEATER VALVE The heater valve is located at the bottom of the engine compartment The valve controls the flow of hot coolant to the heater core Turning the valve handle 90_ to the valve opens the valve allowing coolant to flow to the heater core Turning the handle straight with the valve closes the valve stopping the flow 08147 08145 08143 08569 ...

Page 71: ...an failure Contact TENNANT service personnel Hopper door partially or completely closed Open the hopper door Thermo Sentryt tripped Reset Thermo Sentryt Poor sweeping performance Brush bristles worn Replace brushes Main and side brushes not adjusted properly Adjust main and side brushes Debris caught in main brush drive mechanism Free drive mechanism of debris Main brush drive failure Contact TENN...

Page 72: ... y g Empty dust cap 1 6 Engine crankcase Check oil level EO 1 8 Brush compartment skirts Check for damage wear and adjustment 5 12 Hopper lip skirts Check for damage wear and adjustment 3 12 Hopper side skirt Check for damage and wear 1 13 Main brush Check for damage wear and adjustment 1 Check brush pattern 1 11 Side brush Check for damage wear and adjustment 1 Check brush pattern 1 50 Hours 13 M...

Page 73: ...ngs Check lubricate and adjust SPL 2 6 Engine Check and adjust valve clear ance 8 Check and adjust idle speed 1 Check and adjust carburetor idle mixture 1 Clean or replace and adjust spark plugs 4 Replace oil fill PCV breather cap Clean PCV hose Fuel filters 2 800 Hours 3 Cooling system Flush WG 1 2 Hydraulic fluid reservoir Replace hydraulic breather 1 y Replace suction strainer 1 Change hydrauli...

Page 74: ... oil Fill the engine with oil to the level indicated on the oil dipstick The engine oil capacity is 3 3 L 3 5 qt including the oil filter REAR WHEEL SUPPORT The rear wheel support pivots the rear wheel The support has two grease fittings for the bearings The rear wheel support bearings must be lubricated every 200 hours of operation Use Lubriplate EMB grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 07751 08005 ...

Page 75: ...ised or emptied The hopper bearings must be lubricated after every 200 hours of operation Use Lubriplate EMB grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS Inspect the front wheel bearings for seal damage and repack and adjust every 400 hours of operation Use Lubriplate EMB grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 08006 ...

Page 76: ...film of hydraulic fluid before putting the cap back on the reservoir ATTENTION Do not overfill the hydraulic fluid reservoir or operate the machine with a low level of hydraulic fluid in the reservoir Damage to the machine hydraulic system may result Drain and refill the hydraulic fluid reservoir with new hydraulic fluid every 800 hours of operation The hydraulic fluid filter is located at the bot...

Page 77: ...th locally available hydraulic fluids Check the label on the hydraulic fluid reservoir ATTENTION Hydraulic components depend on system hydraulic fluid for internal lubrication Malfunctions accelerated wear and damage will result if dirt or other contaminants enter the hydraulic system HYDRAULIC HOSES Check the hydraulic hoses every 800 hours of operation for wear or damage Fluid escaping at high p...

Page 78: ...ler only after the radiator has cooled to avoid cracking FOR SAFETY When servicing machine wear eye and ear protection when using pressurized air or water Check the radiator coolant level every 100 hours of operation Use clean water mixed with a permanent type ethylene glycol antifreeze to a 34_ C 30_ F rating FOR SAFETY When servicing machine avoid contact with hot engine coolant Check the radiat...

Page 79: ... of the indicator after replacing the air filter element AIR FILTER The engine air filter housing has a dust cap and a dry cartridge type air filter element Empty the dust cap daily The air filter must be replaced whenever the filter element is damaged or when the air filter indicator shows a restriction The air filters cannot be cleaned Machines have a heavy duty air filter safety element It is i...

Page 80: ...idle fuel mixture and idle speed Check and adjust idle fuel mixture and idle speed every 400 hours of operation Idle speed is 1350 250 rpm with no power to the electronic governor SPARK PLUGS Clean or replace and set the gap of the spark plugs every 400 hours of operation The proper spark plug gap is 1 mm 0 040 in VALVE TAPPET CLEARANCE Check and adjust the intake valve clearance to 0 22 mm 0 009 ...

Page 81: ...t is driven by the engine crankshaft pulley and drives the engine fan and alternator pulleys Proper belt tension is obtained when the belt deflects 13 mm 0 50 in from a force of 4 to 5 kg 8 to 10 lb applied at the mid point of the longest span Check and adjust the belt tension every 200 hours of operation WARNING Moving belt and fan Keep away STATIC DRAG CHAIN A static drag chain prevents the buil...

Page 82: ...thods D SHAKING Press the filter shaker switch D TAPPING Tap the filter gently on a flat surface with the dirty side down Do not damage the edges of the filter element or the filter will not seat properly in the filter frame D AIR Always wear eye protection when using compressed air Blow air through the dust filter opposite the direction of the arrows Never use more than 690kPa 100 psi of air pres...

Page 83: ...face set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 2 Open the hopper cover 3 For machines with the metal hopper remove the four knobs washers and the two retaining brackets from the filter cover 4 Disconnect the filter shaker wire For machines with the metal hopper lift the dust filter cover for access to the wire 5 Lift the dust filter element assembly out from the hopper ...

Page 84: ...e dust filter element 8 Clean or discard the dust filter element as required 9 Remove the shipping tab from the dust filter element if a new element will be inserted into the machine 10 Place the filter shaker plate onto the new or cleaned dust filter element Make sure the lip on the filter shaker plate is fastened over the lip on the dust filter element ...

Page 85: ...ten the assembly to the element with four new cable ties 14 For machines with the metal hopper center the dust filter cover over the element then push the cover back until the rear vacuum fan seal is pressed against the hopper insert 15 For machines with the metal hopper fasten the dust filter cover onto the element with the retainer brackets washers and knobs 16 Close the hopper cover THERMO SENT...

Page 86: ... lever Rotate the main brush end for end every 50 hours of operation for maximum brush life and best sweeping performance Replace the main brush when the remaining bristles measure 30 mm 1 25 in in length For machines serial number 020000 and above Adjust the main brush pattern by setting the main brush adjustment plate Note the length of the main brush bristles with the color band on the brush id...

Page 87: ... door 4 Unlatch and remove the brush idler plate 5 Grasp the main brush pull it off the brush drive plug and out of the main brush compartment 6 Put the new or rotated end for end main brush on the floor next to the access door 7 Slide the main brush onto the drive plug Rotate the brush until it engages the drive plug and push it all the way onto the plug 8 Slide the main brush idler plate plug on...

Page 88: ... side main brush access door 4 Unscrew and remove the mounting knob and brush idler plate 5 Grasp the main brush pull it off the brush drive plug and out of the main brush compartment 6 Put the new or rotated end for end main brush on the floor next to the access door 7 Slide the main brush onto the drive plug Rotate the brush until it engages the drive plug and push it all the way onto the plug 8...

Page 89: ...econds while keeping a foot on the brakes to keep the machine from moving This will lower the rotating main brush NOTE If chalk or other material is not available allow the brushes to spin on the floor for two minutes A polish mark will remain on the floor 5 Raise the main brush 6 Stop the main brush 7 Drive the machine off the test area 8 Observe the width of the brush pattern The proper brush pa...

Page 90: ... taper with the taper adjustment bracket at the drive end of the brush A Loosen the bracket mounting bolts B Turn the taper adjustment nut counter clockwise to increase the pattern width at the brush drive end and clockwise to decrease the pattern width at the brush drive end Tighten the mounting bolts C Check the main brush pattern and readjust as necessary Then adjust the width of the main brush...

Page 91: ...t on the brakes to keep the machine from moving This will lower the rotating main brush NOTE If chalk or other material is not available allow the brushes to spin on the floor for two minutes A polish mark will remain on the floor 5 Raise the main brush 6 Stop the main brush 7 Drive the machine off the test area 8 Observe the width of the brush pattern The proper brush pattern width is 50 to 65 mm...

Page 92: ...pered more than 15 mm 0 5 in on one end than the other adjust the taper with the taper adjustment bracket at the drive end of the brush A Loosen the shaft bearing bracket mounting bolts B Move the bracket up or down in the slots and tighten the mounting bolts C Check the main brush pattern and readjust as necessary Set the main brush adjustment knob to match the same color band as the brush idler ...

Page 93: ...n the brush is in motion Adjust the side brush pattern by the side brush down pressure knob Turn the knob counter clockwise to increase the brush contact with the sweeping surface and clockwise to decrease the brush contact with the sweeping surface The side brush should be replaced when it no longer sweeps effectively for your application A guideline length is when the remaining bristles measure ...

Page 94: ... the side brush off the side brush drive shaft NOTE Remove the drive hub and put it on the new brush if one is not installed 7 Slide the new side brush onto the side brush drive shaft 8 Insert the side brush retaining pin through the side brush hub and shaft 9 Secure the pin by clipping the pin keeper over the end of the pin 10 Disengage the hopper support bar and lower the hopper 11 Adjust the si...

Page 95: ...en they no longer touch the floor HOPPER SIDE SKIRT The hopper side skirt is located on the left side of the hopper Check the hopper side skirt for wear or damage daily BRUSH DOOR SKIRTS The brush door skirts are located on the bottom of each of the two main brush doors The skirts should clear the floor by 3 to 6 mm 0 12 to 0 25 in Check the skirts for wear or damage and adjustment daily NOTE The ...

Page 96: ... skirts for wear or damage and adjustment daily NOTE Rear tire pressure will affect skirt clearances SIDE BRUSH DUST CONTROL SKIRTS OPTION The side brush dust control skirts wrap around the side brush and the bottom of the hopper Check the side brush dust control skirts for wear or damage daily BRUSH DOOR SEALS The brush door seals are located on both main brush doors and on corresponding portions...

Page 97: ... of operation HOPPER INSPECTION DOOR SEAL The hopper inspection door seal is located on the hopper and seals the front of the debris hopper Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation HOPPER DOOR SEALS The hopper door seals are located on the hopper door They seal the hopper when the hopper door is closed Check the seals for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation 08024 0802...

Page 98: ...eal by removing the hopper insert HOPPER VACUUM FAN SEAL Metal Hoppers The hopper vacuum fan seal is mounted on the neck of the filter cover around the vacuum fan inlet Check the seal for wear or damage every 100 hours of operation You can reach the seal by removing the hopper insert HOPPER FILTER SEALS The hopper filter seals are mounted on both sides of the hopper dust filter element For plastic...

Page 99: ...rking brake whenever it becomes very easy to set the parking brake when the machine rolls after setting the parking brake and every 200 hours of operation The parking brake may be tightened by turning the knurled knob on the end of the parking brake clockwise TIRES The standard front machine tires are solid The standard rear machine tire is pneumatic Check the rear tire pressure every 100 hours of...

Page 100: ... 1 6 kph 1 mph The machine is NOT intended to be pushed or towed a long distance or at a high speed ATTENTION Do not push or tow machine for a long distance and without using the bypass valve or the machine hydraulic system may be damaged Turn the bypass valve 90_ from the normal position before pushing or towing the machine The illustration shows the bypass valve in the pushing or towing position...

Page 101: ...ing chains in the holes at the bottom of the rear bumper If the machine has the optional rear tie down brackets attach the winching chains to them 4 Turn the bypass valve 90_ from the normal position before winching the machine onto the truck or trailer See PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE section of this manual Make sure the machine is centered FOR SAFETY When loading machine onto truck or trailer u...

Page 102: ...brackets above the front tires attach the winching chains to them The rear tie down locations are in the holes at the bottom of the rear bumper If the machine has the optional rear tie down brackets use them to tie down the machine 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 ...

Page 103: ...of the front of the machine frame next to the front tires The rear jacking location is the middle flat bottom edge of the rear bumper between the taillights FOR SAFETY When servicing machine block machine tires before jacking machine up FOR SAFETY When servicing machine jack machine up at designated locations only Block machine up with jack stands STORING MACHINE Before storing the machine for an ...

Page 104: ...ameter 660 mm 26 in Sweeping path width 1145 mm 45 in Sweeping path width with side brush 1560 mm 61 5 in Main brush pattern width 50 to 65 mm 2 0 to 2 5 in Hopper weight capacity with plastic hopper 409 kg 900 lb Hopper weight capacity with metal hopper 545 kg 1200 lb Hopper volume capacity 396 L 14 cu ft Dust filter area 7 2 m2 77 sq ft GVWR 1927 kg 4250 lb Sound level 80 dBa Ceiling height mini...

Page 105: ...ad 1350 250 rpm 2000 50 rpm 2400 50 rpm Spark plug gap Firing order Valve clearance cold 1 mm 0 04 in 1 2 4 3 counterclockwise rotation 0 20 mm 0 008 in intake 0 50 mm 0 020 in exhaust Engine lubricating oil with filter 3 3 L 3 5 qt 10W 30 SAE SG SH STEERING Type Power source Emergency steering Rear wheel hydraulic cylinder and rotary valve controlled Hydraulic accessory pump Manual HYDRAULIC SYST...

Page 106: ...SPECIFICATIONS 6500 330270 5 98 104 2080 mm 82 in 2360 mm 93 in 1590 mm 62 5 in TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 1475 mm 58 in 1135 mm 44 75 in 1560 mm 61 5 in 350662 MACHINE DIMENSIONS ...

Page 107: ...nging LPG fuel tank 44 45 Charging system light 26 Choke Engine 16 Circuit breakers 38 39 Clogged filter light 27 Clogged filter light option 27 Control panel Clogged filter light 27 Clogged filter light option 27 Engine oil pressure 26 Engine speed switch 32 33 Engine water temperature light 25 Filter shaker switch 31 Fuel level gauge 29 Hazard light switch 30 Hopper door light 27 Hopper temperat...

Page 108: ...b Latch 40 Engine side Latch 40 Grille Latch 40 Hopper Seals 95 Hopper Inspection Seal 95 Right rear Grille Latch 40 Dust Control Skirts 94 Dust filter 80 82 Changing 81 82 Cleaning 80 E Electrical Circuit breakers 38 39 Ignition switch 35 Emptying the hopper 53 54 Engaging hopper support bar 58 59 Engine 76 78 Air filter 77 Air filter indicator 43 77 Carburetor 78 Choke 16 Coolant temperature Lig...

Page 109: ...draulic fluid 74 75 Hydraulic fluid reservoir 74 Hydraulic hoses 75 Hydraulics 74 75 Fluid 74 75 Fluid filter 74 Fluid level 6 74 Hoses 75 Propelling motor 75 Reservoir 74 System specifications 103 I Ignition switch 35 J Jack points 101 102 K Knobs Engine choke 16 Heater option 41 Main brush down pressure 22 Side brush down pressure 37 L Latches 40 Cab door 40 Engine cover 40 Engine side door 40 G...

Page 110: ...art 70 71 Motors Propelling 75 O Operating lights switch 30 Operating hazard lights switch 30 Operation 6 54 Operation on inclines 60 Operator Responsibility 6 Operator seat 41 Options 61 68 Air conditioning switch 41 Blower wand 67 68 Cab door latch 40 Clogged filter light 27 Dome light switch 42 Hazard light switch 30 Heater knob 41 Heater switch 42 Heater valve 68 Heavy duty air filter 77 Press...

Page 111: ...gs 78 Specifications 102 104 Braking system 103 Hydraulic system 103 Machine capacities 102 Machine dimensions 102 Machine performance 102 Power type 103 Steering 103 Tires 103 Starting the machine 46 47 Static drag chain 79 Steering 44 Specifications 103 Steering column tilt lever 34 Steering wheel 34 Stop sweeping 51 Stop the machine 55 56 Storing machine 101 Sweeping 49 50 Sweeping and brush in...

Page 112: ...INDEX 6500 330270 9 02 110 V Vacuum fan switch 31 Vacuum fan filter shaker switch 31 Vacuum wand 61 66 Valve tappet clearance 78 W Windshield wiper switch 42 ...

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