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OPERATION

7100 330690 (3--04)

SOLUTION TANK EMPTY INDICATOR

The

solution tank empty indicator

will illuminate

when the solution tank is empty.

NOTE: Machines with the ES option do not have

this feature.

RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR

The

recovery tank full indicator

will illuminate

when the recovery tank is full.

NOTE: When the indicator illuminates

all

scrubbing functions will shut off automatically

Summary of Contents for 7100

Page 1: ...Rider Scrubber Operator Manual 330690 Rev 07 09 2009 330690 www tennantco com The safe scrubbing alternativer 7100 ES Extended Scrub System R North America International ...

Page 2: ...and oil in a safe environmentally way according to your local waste disposal regulations Always remember to recycle Tennant Company PO Box 1452 Minneapolis MN 55440 Phone 800 553 8033 or 763 513 2850 www tennantco com The Tennant logo the FaST Foam Scrubbing Technology logo and the The safe scrubbing alternative tag line are registered United States trademarks of Tennant Company Specifications and...

Page 3: ...r Wand 45 Rollout Battery 50 Quick Mop 54 Machine Troubleshooting 56 Page Maintenance 58 Maintenance Chart 58 Lubrication 60 Steering Caster Pivot Bearing 60 Rear Squeegee Casters 60 Steering Gear Chain 60 Scrub Head Lift Bearings Option 61 Batteries 61 Charging The Batteries With Off Board Charger 63 Charging The Batteries With On Board Charger 65 Self diagnostic Test 66 Electric Motors 68 Scrub ...

Page 4: ...ing Towing And Transporting The Machine 93 Pushing Or Towing The Machine 93 Transporting The Machine 93 Machine Jacking 95 Storage Information 96 Freeze Protection 96 ec H2O Model 97 Flushing Antifreeze From ec H2O Module 97 Specifications 98 General Machine Dimensions Capacities 98 General Machine Performance 98 Power Type 99 Tires 99 FaST System Option 99 ec H2O System Option 100 Machine Dimensi...

Page 5: ...peration 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 che...

Page 6: ...maged or illegible install a new label in its place BATTERY CHARGING LABEL LOCATED ON AND UNDERNEATH THE SEAT SUPPORT FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL LOCATED ON THE SEAT SUPPORT FOR SAFETY LABEL LOCATED ON THE SEAT SUPPORT FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE TANK COVER AND ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT 353450 ...

Page 7: ... 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 Keep your machine regularly maintained by following the maintenance information in this manual We recommend taking advantage of a regularly scheduled service contract f...

Page 8: ... inlet screen B Tank Cover C Solution tank D Operator s seat E Batteries F Rear squeegee G Side squeegee H Scrub head I Front wheel J Operating lights K Steering wheel L Recovery tank M FaST PAK option ec H20 System module option N FaST solution system option ec H2O solution system option ...

Page 9: ...arge Circuit breaker 2 Scrub Circuit breaker 3 Squeegee Circuit breaker 4 Brush pressure Circuit breaker 5 ES Option Circuit breaker 6 FaST Option Circuit breaker 7 ec H20 Option Circuit breaker 8 Solution tank low Circuit breaker 9 Recovery tank full Circuit breaker 10 Solution flow Circuit breaker 11 Operating lights switch Power wand switch option ...

Page 10: ... E Solution tank empty indicator F Operating lights switch G Power wand switch option H Power kill switch I Horn button J Solution flow lever K On Off key switch L Directional pedal M Brake pedal N Hourmeter O Parking brake pedal P ES switch option or FaST switch option or ec H2O switch option Q Circuit breaker panel R Rear squeegee switch S Scrub switch T ec H2O indicator light option ...

Page 11: ...ake pedal in place FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key Release Press down on the brake pedal until the parking brake releases DIRECTIONAL PEDAL The directional pedal controls direction of travel and the propelling speed of the machine You change the speed of the machine with the pressure of your foot the harder you ...

Page 12: ...placed into the reverse position the rear squeegee will automatically raise After a short delay the vacuum will stop Neutral Take your foot off the directional pedal and it will return to the neutral position When the directional pedal returns to the neutral position the scrub brushes will stop and after a short delay the scrub head will raise STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel controls the machine...

Page 13: ...ntil it clicks into the off position POWER KILL SWITCH The power kill switch halts all power to the machine Stop machine power Press the power kill switch Restart Turn off the machine with the on off switch Turn the power kill switch to the right to release the switch Turn on the machine with the on off key switch HOURMETER The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been operated Ch...

Page 14: ...n Press the top of the operating lights switch Off Press the bottom of the operating lights switch POWER WAND SWITCH OPTION The power wand switch option powers the power wand on and off On Press the top of the power wand switch Off Press the bottom of the power wand switch HORN BUTTON The horn button operates the horn Sound Press the horn button ...

Page 15: ...brush pressure indicator has three positions Brush pressure increases as the indicator light moves to the right across the display Travel speed and floor conditions will affect the scrubbing performance Under normal conditions the brush pressure should be set in one of the minimum settings Set the brush pressure in one of the maximum settings to scrub a heavily soiled floor Change brush pressure P...

Page 16: ...he rear squeegee lowers and the scrubbing vacuum starts automatically when the scrubbing operations start NOTE The rear squeegee will raise and the scrubbing vacuum will shut off after a short delay when the machine travels in reverse NOTE The rear squeegee will raise and the scrubbing vacuum fan will shut off after a short delay when the scrubbing operations are shut off ES SWITCH OPTION The ES E...

Page 17: ...re 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 On Press the ec H2O switch The indicator light above the switch will illuminate Off Press the ec H2O ...

Page 18: ...l illuminate when the solution tank is empty NOTE Machines with the ES option do not have this feature RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR The recovery tank full indicator will illuminate when the recovery tank is full NOTE When the indicator illuminates all scrubbing functions will shut off automatically ...

Page 19: ...harging area and charge the batteries immediately after the battery discharge indicator begins to flash NOTE The battery discharge indicator will not stop flashing until the batteries have been fully charged NOTE Do not charge the batteries more often than is necessary to prolong the life of the batteries Do not charge the batteries with a top off charge if there is enough remaining charge in the ...

Page 20: ...he circuit breakers and the electrical components they protect Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected CB1 2 5 A Machine power CB2 2 5 A Lights CB3 10 A Horn CB4 10 A Power wand Back up alarm CB5 10 A Control panel CB6 20 A Vacuum Fan single CB6 40 A Vacuum Fan dual CB7 10 A ES System option FaST System option CB8 25 A Left brush motor CB9 25 A Right brush motor CB10 2 5 A ec H20 option CB11 2 5 ...

Page 21: ...nal 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 OPERATOR SEAT The operator seat is a fixed back style with a forward backward adjustment Adjust Pull the lever outward and slide the seat to the desired position then release the lever NOTE The machine will not travel...

Page 22: ...LEVELING KNOB The squeegee leveling knob adjusts the deflection at the ends of the rear squeegee The squeegee leveling knob is located directly behind the squeegee suction hose DO NOT disconnect the suction hose from the squeegee frame when leveling the squeegee Increase end deflection Turn the squeegee leveling knob counterclockwise to increase the deflection at the end of the squeegees Decrease ...

Page 23: ...ine travel The directional pedal controls the speed and direction of the machine The brake pedal slows and stops the machine When using the ES mode option the dirty solution in the recovery tank is filtered and returned to the solution tank to be reused for extended scrubbing The four available scrub head types use disk or cylindrical brushes Two different widths of scrub heads are available for e...

Page 24: ... with all double 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 solutio...

Page 25: ...lowing 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 raise and refill the solution tank with clear cool water only before operating the ec H2O system Con...

Page 26: ...hes Check that the debris tray is empty and clean ES machines Check that the ES filter is clean Check the recovery tank cover seals for wear or damage Check that the vacuum fan inlet filter is clean FaST Scrubbing Check the FaST PAK option concentrate agent level replace carton as needed See the INSTALLING THE FaST PAK AGENT section of the manual For FaST or ec H2O Scrubbing Check that all convent...

Page 27: ...ctor on the bottom of the bag and remove the hose cap from the connector NOTE The FaST PAK Floor Cleaning Concentrate is specially 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 3 Empty the solution tank See DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS secti...

Page 28: ...clogging up the hose 6 FIRST TIME USE The FaST solution system is protected against freezing during shipment You must operate the FaST system for 10 minutes to disperse the mixture of RV anti freeze FaST detergent before you achieve maximum foaming 7 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 F...

Page 29: ... foot on the brake pedal or with the parking brake set FOR SAFETY When starting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 2 Turn the machine power on 3 Release the machine parking brake 4 Drive the machine to the area to be cleaned NOTE The machine will not travel unless the operator is sitting in the operator s seat ...

Page 30: ...n starting machine keep foot on brake and directional pedal in neutral 2 Drive the machine to the tank filling site 3 Turn the machine power off See the STOP THE MACHINE section of the manual 4 Set the machine parking brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key ...

Page 31: ...dling instructions on chemical containers 6 ES option Fill the recovery tank with water and detergent up to the lower sensor float to extend scrub time Make sure the ES system is on WARNING Flammable materials can cause an explosion or fire Do not use flammable materials in tank s FOR SAFETY When using machine follow mixing and handling instructions on chemical containers NOTE If you DO NOT want t...

Page 32: ...es start at the closed end of the aisle and scrub your way out Adjust the machine speed scrub brush pressure and solution flow as required when scrubbing Use minimum scrub brush pressure and solution flow required for the best results If you see poor scrubbing performance stop scrubbing and refer to MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING For best results use the correct brush type for your cleaning application T...

Page 33: ...olishing floors Maintains a high gloss Use for buffing very soft finishes and lower traffic areas or use for polishing soft waxes on wood floors Cylindrical polypropylene scrub brush This cylindrical brush uses a softer general purpose polypropylene bristle to lift lightly compacted soilage without scuffing high gloss coated floors Cylindrical nylon scrub brush This cylindrical brush is recommende...

Page 34: ...al pedal in neutral 2 Drive the machine to the area to be cleaned 3 Press the scrub switch to start the scrubbing operations See the SCRUB SWITCH section of the manual WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire Do not pick up 4 FaST SCRUBBING option Press the FaST switch to enable the FaST system See the FaST SWITCH option section of the manual ...

Page 35: ...he 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 sounds and the light blinks red the machine will bypass the ec H2O system To continue scrubbing turn the ec H2O switch off and change over to conventional scrubbing ec H2O SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT CODE CONDITION Solid green Normal ope...

Page 36: ...ck 6 Press the directional pedal forward and scrub as required When the machine moves forward the scrub head will lower and the scrub brushes will start The rear squeegee will lower and the vacuum fan will start The conventional scrubbing solution system will start when the machine first begins to move forward The optional ES system ec H2O system or FaST system will start if the switch is on NOTE ...

Page 37: ...B SWITCH section of the manual 8 Press the ES switch option if extended scrubbing is necessary NOTE The recovery tank must be half full to use the ES option A full solution tank will turn off the ES pump WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire Do not pick up ...

Page 38: ...sure setting Let the solution remain on the floor for 5 to 15 minutes Decrease the solution flow then make a second scrubbing pass with the rear and side squeegees 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 flow rate settings If solution flow adjustments are required...

Page 39: ...ll stop and the solution flow will stop the FaST or ec H2O system option will stop After a short delay the rear squeegee will automatically raise and the scrubbing vacuum fan will stop Continue driving the machine forward until the rear squeegee raises and the vacuum fan shuts off 2 When the vacuum fan stops take your foot off the directional pedal 3 Press the brake pedal to stop the machine ...

Page 40: ...on the solution tank should also be drained and cleaned when you finish scrubbing 1 Stop scrubbing See the STOP SCRUBBING section of the manual 2 Drive the machine next to an appropriate disposal site 3 Turn the machine power off See the STOP THE MACHINE section of the manual FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 4 Set the machine parking brake F...

Page 41: ...ding the hose up then slowly lower the drain hose to the floor drain 7 Flush out the inside of the recovery tank with clean water 8 ES mode option Flush out the recovery tank with clean water Rinse the ES filter at the bottom and the pressure switches near the top of the tank NOTE DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks Excessive heat can damage the tanks and components ...

Page 42: ...ion tank drain hose cap while holding the hose up then slowly lower the drain hose to the floor drain 11 ES mode option Lift the tank cover and flush out the solution tank with clean water Rinse the filter at the bottom of the solution tank and the pressure switch near the top of the tank NOTE DO NOT use steam to clean the tanks Excessive heat can damage the tanks and components ...

Page 43: ...p on the end of the solution tank drain hose Slide the hose assembly back into the machine and secure by tightening the retaining ring 13 Check the vacuum fan inlet filter daily Clean inlet filter with a damp cloth or hose when dirty Allow filter to dry completely before replacing it into machine 14 Lower the tank cover ...

Page 44: ... pin that holds the side squeegee in place on the right hand side of the machine Swing the squeegee away from the scrub head 16 Cylindrical scrub head Remove and clean the debris trough Place the trough back in the scrub head when clean NOTE The scrub head must be lowered approximately 25 mm 1 in to remove debris trough ...

Page 45: ...SCRUBBING section of the manual 2 Take your foot off the directional pedal Step on the brake pedal 3 Turn the machine power off 4 Set the machine parking brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key ...

Page 46: ...d around the scrub brushes Check the squeegees for wear or damage Check the squeegee suction hose for obstructions Cylindrical brushes Empty and clean the debris tray Drain and clean the recovery tank Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter ES machines Drain and clean the solution tank and ES filter Check under the machine for leaks Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements FaST sc...

Page 47: ...loor WARNING Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause explosion or fire Do not pick up 1 Turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface and turn off machine 2 Set the machine parking brake 3 Remove the power wand equipment from the storage bag on the back of the machine 4 Remove the squeegee suction hose from the top of the squeegee ...

Page 48: ...apter 6 Attach the end of the power wand solution hose to the quick disconnect Push the connector in until it stops Pull on the hose to make sure it is connected 7 Assemble the power wand and attach the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses to the power wand 8 Turn the machine power on 10945 07320 ...

Page 49: ... lower 10 Press the top of the power wand switch to turn the power wand on 11 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 12 Vacuum up the solution by turning over the cleaning tool so the squeegee side is down 06601 06202 ...

Page 50: ...ing the black adjustment knob NOTE The wheels are properly adjusted when the squeegee blades deflect slightly while the tool is pushed back and forth 13 When finished press the bottom of the power wand switch to turn off the power wand 14 Press the squeegee switch to stop the vacuum system and raise the rear squeegee 15 Turn the machine power off 06604 ...

Page 51: ...he vacuum hose from the squeegee suction hose 18 Reconnect the squeegee suction hose to the squeegee 19 Disconnect the other ends of the solution and vacuum hoses from the power wand 20 Disassemble and secure the power wand equipment in the storage bag on the back of the machine 10946 07321 ...

Page 52: ... brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Lift the operator seat to access the batteries The support arm automatically engages when the seat is lifted all the way up 4 Unplug the machine connector from the batteries 5 Push the battery cart to the right hand side of the machine Line up the battery cart locks and t...

Page 53: ... rolling out the batteries The battery cart rollers must be the same height as the machine battery rollers Raise battery cart rollers With a wrench loosen the jam nut and turn the bolt clockwise Then tighten the jam nuts Lower battery cart rollers With a wrench loosen the jam nut and turn the bolt counter clockwise Then tighten the jam nuts 9 Turn the knob on the machine s battery latch plate coun...

Page 54: ...ng slot 11 Raise the cart s battery stop bar by pushing down on the handle 12 Grab the battery case slot and pull the battery case onto the battery cart 13 Lower the cart s battery stop bar by pulling up on the handle This will keep the batteries from rolling off the cart when moving ...

Page 55: ...ng the battery cart locks towards the outside of the battery cart 15 Release the battery cart floor lock To release floor lock step down on the right side of floor lock 16 Pull the battery cart away from the machine 17 Reverse the previous steps to re install batteries in the machine ...

Page 56: ...hment 2 Set the machine parking brake and turn the machine power off FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Connect the QuickMop attachment to the mounting bracket on the front of the machine 4 Fasten the latches on the front of the mounting bracket Release the parking brake and drive to the designated area to be swe...

Page 57: ...to raise or lower each side of the QuickMop 6 Turn the vacuum and brushes on lower brushes and begin scrubbing 7 Remove and refasten the QuickMop head covers with the easy to remove snaps Remove the head covers to rotate shake and clean at regular intervals ...

Page 58: ...ircuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker Little or no solution flow to the floor Solution tank empty Fill solution tank Solution control rod broken or out of adjustment Replace and or adjust rod Solution flow turned off Turn solution flow on Solution supply lines plugged Flush solution supply lines Solution solenoid clogged or stuck Clean or replace ES mode option ES switch off Turn ES switch ...

Page 59: ... orifice screen Remove and clean orifice screen Faulty pump or air compressor Contact Tennant representative Clogged filter screen Drain solution tank remove and clean filter screen Faulty detergent timer module Contact Tennant representative ec H2O Model ec H2O system indicator light blinking red Mineral deposit build up in module Flush module See ec H2O MODULE FLUSH PROCEDURE ec H2O Model Alarm ...

Page 60: ...Side and rear squeegees Check for damage and wear 3 Check deflection and leveling 6 2 Scrub brushes Check for damage wear debris 2 8 Recovery tank Clean tank 1 8 Recovery tank ES mode Clean ES filter 1 7 Solution tank ES mode Clean solution supply filter 1 9 Vacuum fan inlet filter Clean 1 Machine Check for leaks 3 11 Cylindrical brushes only debris trough Clean 1 15 FaST PAK supply hose and conne...

Page 61: ...ub head lift bearings option Lubricate SPL 2 9 Vacuum Fan and tank seals Check for damage and wear 3 14 Tires Check for damage and wear 3 200 Hours 4 Battery terminals and cables HCheck and clean 12 13 Brake Check adjustment 1 6 Steering gear chain Lubricate GL 1 16 FaST air filter option S N 10167421 10404791 Clean 1 500 Hours 9 Vacuum fan motor s Check motor brushes 1 2 3 Steering gear chain HCh...

Page 62: ...B grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 every 100 hours REAR SQUEEGEE CASTERS The rear squeegee casters are located on the back side of the rear squeegee Lubricate the caster bearing on each squeegee caster with Lubriplate EMB grease TENNANT part no 01433 1 every 50 hours STEERING GEAR CHAIN The steering gear chain is located directly above the front tire Lubricate with SAE 90 weight gear lubricant every...

Page 63: ... clean the surface of the batteries including terminals and cable clamps using a strong solution of baking soda and water Brush the solution sparingly over the battery tops Do not allow any baking soda solution to enter the batteries Use a wire brush to clean the terminal posts and the cable connectors Wipe off all cleaning solution residue After cleaning apply a coating of clear battery post prot...

Page 64: ...lled 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 the remaining battery charge level SPECIFIC GRAVITY at 27_ C 80_F BATTERY CHARGE 1 265 100 Charged 1 223 75 Charged 1 185 50 Charged 1 148 25 Charged 1 110 Discharged NOTE If the readings are taken when the battery electrolyte is any temp...

Page 65: ... support arm automatically engages when the seat is lifted all the way up 4 Check the water level in all battery cells If the level is low add just enough distilled water to cover the 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 When maintaining or servicing machine avoid contact with batte...

Page 66: ...NNANT charger will automatically turn off 8 After the charger has turned off unplug the charger from the battery connector on the machine 9 Reconnect the battery connector to the machine connector FOR SAFETY When maintaining or servicing machine avoid contact with battery acid 10 Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell after charging If needed add distilled water to raise the electrolyte ...

Page 67: ... off and set the parking brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Lift the operator seat to access the batteries The support arm automatically engages when the seat is lifted all the way up 4 Check the water level in all battery cells If the level is low add just enough distilled water to cover the plates DO NOT ...

Page 68: ...codes 6 After the charging is complete unplug the extension cord from the wall outlet and unplug the extension cord from the charger 7 Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell after charging If needed add distilled water to raise the electrolyte level to about 12 mm 0 4 in below the bottom of the sight tubes 8 Lower the seat support by slightly raising it while pushing the support arm inwa...

Page 69: ...n does not turn on D The brushes turn on and off 4 If the electrical system passes the self diagnostic test the indicator light above the squeegee switch will blink green If the self diagnostic test finds an error in the system the recovery tank full indicator will blink red To determine which errors were found hold down the ES or FaST switch and record which if any of the brush down pressure indi...

Page 70: ...g pads Check scrub brushes daily for wire or string tangled around the brush or brush drive hub Also check for brush damage and wear DISK BRUSHES Replace the brushes when they no longer clean effectively 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 wat...

Page 71: ...t the parking brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Remove the cotter pin and washer holding the side squeegee in the closed position 4 Open the side squeegee 5 Turn the scrub brush pad driver until you can see the brush driver spring clip ...

Page 72: ...ub Pull the brush driver out from under the scrub head 7 PAD DRIVER ONLY Turn the pad driver over to access the spring clip underneath 8 Press the spring clip together with your thumb and index finger to remove the center disk 9 Flip or replace the scrub pad center the scrub pad on the pad driver 10 Replace the center disk to secure the pad in place on the driver ...

Page 73: ...e up the brush pad driver socket with the drive plug 13 While pressing the brush spring clip together with your thumb and index finger lift the scrub brush onto the drive plug 14 Check to make sure the brush is securely mounted on the brush drive hub 15 Close the side squeegee and secure in place with the washer and cotter key 16 Repeat for the other brush ...

Page 74: ...TE Fill the solution tank before checking or adjusting the brush pattern CHECKING AND ADJUSTING CYLINDRICAL BRUSH PATTERN 1 Apply chalk or another material that will not easily blow away to a smooth level section of the floor 2 Set the parking brake 3 Lower the scrub head in the chalked area Allow the machine to scrub in the same place for 15 to 20 seconds NOTE If chalk or other material is not av...

Page 75: ...ushes need adjustment to straighten the brush pattern A To adjust brush taper push downward on the mounting spring and idler door until the top of the door releases from the scrub head Pull the bottom of the door outward then pull the idler door and idler 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 idler door 1035...

Page 76: ...eck the brush patterns again and readjust as necessary until both patterns are the same 6 If one brush pattern is wider than the other the scrub head needs to be leveled Level the scrub head by turning the scrub head links Both scrub head links should be adjusted equally Check the brush patterns again and readjust as necessary until both patterns are the same 350630 ...

Page 77: ... servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Remove the cotter pin that holds the side squeegee in place Swing the squeegee away from the scrub head 4 Push downward on the mounting spring and idler door until the top of the door releases from the scrub head Pull the bottom of the door outward then pull the idler door and idler plug off the brush 5 Pu...

Page 78: ... stamped with a letter The idler door of that side of the scrub head is stamped with the same letter Make sure the letter on the door matches the letter on the scrub head when replacing the doors SOLUTION SYSTEM RECOVERY TANK The recovery tank holds recovered solution Clean and drain the recovery tank after each use The outside of the tank can be cleaned with vinyl cleaner ES mode Flush out the re...

Page 79: ...ne SOLUTION TANK The solution tank holds the cleaning solution If deposits form on the bottom of the tank rinse the tank and with a strong blast of warm water ES option The solution tank should be drained and cleaned daily Thoroughly rinse the pressure switches inside the recovery tank after each use The solution tank contains one standard solution filter If the filter becomes dirty the solution f...

Page 80: ... screen is located under the machine It filters the water from the solution tank as it flows into the FaST system Remove the filter screen bowl and clean the filter screen after every 50 hours of FaST scrubbing Empty the solution tank before removing the filter FaST SYSTEM AIR PUMP FILTER S N 10167421 10404791 The FaST system air pump filter is located under the machine on the air pump Remove and ...

Page 81: ...FaST SYSTEM INJECTOR FILTERS S N 10404792 The FaST system injector filters are located under the machine Replace the FaST system injector filters after every 1000 hours of operation Empty the solution tank before replacing the filters ...

Page 82: ...release the ec H2O module flush switch to start the flush cycle The module is located behind the cover NOTE The module will automatically shut off when the flush cycle is complete approx 7 minutes The module must run the full 7 minute cycle in order to reset the system indicator light and alarm 6 After the 7 minute flush cycle drain rinse and fill solution tank with clean water Then press the flus...

Page 83: ...e The squeegee can be adjusted for leveling and deflection The deflection and leveling of the squeegee blades should 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 REMOVING THE REAR SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY 1 Lower the squeegee to approximately 25 mm 1 in from the floor 2 Turn the ...

Page 84: ...rward a few feet then set the parking brake 4 Look at the deflection of the squeegee over the full length of the squeegee blade 5 If the deflection is not the same over the full length of the blade turn the squeegee leveling knob to make adjustments The squeegee leveling knob is located directly behind the squeegee suction hose DO NOT disconnect the suction hose from the squeegee frame when leveli...

Page 85: ...ive 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 Turn the machine power off 5 To adjust the amount of deflection turn the squeegee deflection cams clockwise to decrease the blade deflection Turn the squeegee deflection cams counter clockwise to increase blade d...

Page 86: ... rear 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 Rotate squeegee blades when they become worn half way through the thickness of the blade Replace damaged squeegee blades REPLACING OR ROTATIN...

Page 87: ... the retaining band 5 Pull off the rear squeegee blade 6 Insert the rotated or new squeegee blade and then insert the retainer band 7 Tighten the two retainer knobs until the ends of the front and rear squeegee blades touch Do not over tighten ...

Page 88: ... Pull the retainer plate back and pull out the front squeegee blade of the squeegee frame 7 Insert the rotated or new squeegee blade in the squeegee frame lining up the slots in the blade with the tabs 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 retaine...

Page 89: ...ING SIDE SQUEEGEE BLADES 1 Raise the scrub head 2 Turn the machine power off and set the parking brake FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake turn off machine and remove key 3 Remove the cotter pin clevis pin deflector and the retainer bracket from the side squeegee and slide the squeegee out of the frame 4 Slide a new squeegee blade into the frame 5...

Page 90: ...AG CHAIN The static drag chain prevents the buildup of static electricity in the machine The chain is attached to the machine frame Make sure the chain is always touching the floor STEERING GEAR CHAIN The steering gear chain is located directly above the front tire The steering gear chain tension should be checked after the first 50 hours of operation and every 500 hours thereafter The proper defl...

Page 91: ... heads Check the skirts for damage and wear every 50 hours of operation The skirts should clear the floor by 0 to 6 mm when the scrub brushes are new and the scrub head is down VACUUM FAN SEAL The vacuum fan seal is located on top of the vacuum fan under the tank cover Check the seal for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation ...

Page 92: ...nd the opening above the solution tank under the tank cover Check the seal for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation RECOVERY TANK SEAL The recovery tank seal is located around the filter under the tank cover Check the seal for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation ...

Page 93: ... after every 200 hours of operation If the brake does not respond well to pressure on the brake pedal you may need to adjust the brake BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Remove the cotter key from the brake extension arm and position the extension arm in the next adjustment hole in the brake link Insert the cotter key back into the brake extension arm and check the brake for proper operation ...

Page 94: ...NCE 7100 330690 12 00 92 TIRES The machine has three tires one in front and two in the rear of the machine All three tires are solid rubber Check the tires for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation ...

Page 95: ...e a truck or trailer that will support the weight of the machine NOTE Empty the recovery and solution tanks before transporting the machine 2 If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm 15 in from the ground use a winch to load machine If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm 15 in or less from the ground the machine may be driven onto the truck or trailer 3 To winc...

Page 96: ... front tie down locations are on the front jack supports The rear tie down locations are on the rear corners of the machine 6 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 driven off the truck or trailer FOR SAFETY When unloadin...

Page 97: ... both sides of the machine behind the sweeping assembly FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface set parking brake FOR SAFETY When servicing machine use a hoist or jack that will support the weight of the machine Jack up the rear of the machine from underneath the rear corners Use a piece of wood between the jack and the frame to distribute the machine weight load FOR S...

Page 98: ... FREEZE PROTECTION 1 Drain the solution tank and recovery tank of all water 2 Pour 1 gallon 3 8 liters of Propylene Glycol Based Recreational Vehicle RV Antifreeze into the solution tank at full strength Do not dilute 3 Turn the machine power on and operate the solution flow system Turn the machine off when the antifreeze appears at the scrub head If your machine is equipped with the off aisle wan...

Page 99: ...ator light will turn red If this occurs reset 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 connector fitting and place the hose into a bucket 4 Press and release the ec H2O module switch to flush t...

Page 100: ...ength for 800 mm 32 in scrub head 800 mm 32 in Squeegee width for 700 mm 28 in scrub head 850 mm 33 5 in Squeegee width for 800 mm 32 in scrub head 1015 mm 40 in Scrubbing path width for 700 mm 28 in scrub head 700 mm 28 in Scrubbing path width for 800 mm 32 in scrub head 800 mm 32 in Solution tank capacity 130 L 30 gallons Recovery tank capacity 130 L 30 gallons Weight net less batteries 387 Kg 8...

Page 101: ... Smart 36 25 60 1 120 36 25 50 1 230 36 30 50 1 245 TIRES Location Type Size Front 1 Solid 90 mm wide x 300 mm OD 3 5 in wide x 11 8 in OD Rear 2 Solid 90 mm wide x 310 mm OD 3 5 in wide x 12 3 in OD FaST SYSTEM OPTION Item Measure Solution pump 36 Volt DC 5A 5 7 LPM 1 5 GPM open flow 45 psi bypass setting Solution flow rate 1 1 LPM 0 30 GPM Detergent Pump 36 Volt DC Detergent to water dilution ra...

Page 102: ... 45 psi bypass setting Solution flow rate disk 1 14 LPM 0 30 GPM standard 1 51 LPM 0 40 GPM optional 1 89 LPM 0 50 GPM optional Solution flow rate cylindrical 1 14 LPM 0 30 GPM optional 1 51 LPM 0 40 GPM standard 1 89 LPM 0 50 GPM optional If the optional solution flow rates are required contact an Authorized Service Center ...

Page 103: ...SPECIFICATIONS 101 7100 330690 12 00 820 mm 32 25 in 820 mm 32 25 in 28 in scrub 850 mm 33 5 in 1370 mm 54 in 32 in scrub 1015 mm 40 in 1690 mm 66 5 in 353475 MACHINE DIMENSIONS ...

Page 104: ...ourmeter 11 On off key switch 11 Operating lights switch 12 Operation of controls 9 Parking brake pedal 9 Power kill switch 11 Power wand switch option 12 Rear squeegee switch 14 Recovery tank full indicator 16 Scrub switch 13 Solution flow lever 19 Solution tank empty indicator 16 Steering wheel 10 Controls and instruments 8 Cylindrical brushes Checking and adjusting brush pattern 72 74 Replacing...

Page 105: ...eering caster pivot bearing 60 Steering gear chain 60 M Machine Jacking 95 Machine components 6 Machine dimensions 101 Machine operation Double scrubbing 36 How the machine works 21 Operation on inclines 36 Post operation checklist 44 Pre operation checklist 24 Starting the machine 27 Stop scrubbing 37 Stopping the machine 43 Troubleshooting 56 Machine performance Aisle turnaround width 98 Climb a...

Page 106: ...2 Pre operation checklist 24 Pushing machine 93 Pushing or towing the machine 93 Pushing towing and transporting machine 93 Q QuickMop Option 54 R Rear squeegee Adjusting blade deflection 83 Leveling 82 Rotating or replacing blades 84 Rear squeegee assembly 81 84 Removal 81 Replacement 82 Rear squeegee blades 84 Rear squeegee switch 14 Recovery tank 76 Draining and cleaning 38 40 Recovery tank ful...

Page 107: ...Power type 99 Tires 99 Squeegee Adjusting deflection 20 Adjusting guide rollers 84 Front blade rotation or replacement 86 Leveling knob 20 Recommended amount 83 Squeegee leveling knob 20 Squeegee wheel cams 20 Starting the machine 27 Steering wheel 10 Storage information 96 Freeze protection 96 ec H20 97 Switches ec H2O 15 ES switch option 14 FaST 15 On off key 11 Operating lights switch 12 Power ...

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