Tennant EX-SC-1020, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
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EX--SC--1020 (04--10)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This machine is intended for commercial use only.
It is designed exclusively to clean carpet and
upholstery in an indoor environment and is not
constructed for any other use. Use only
recommended cleaning solutions and accessory
tools.
All operators must read, understand and practice
the following safety precautions.
The following warning alert symbol and the “FOR
SAFETY” heading are used throughout this manual as
indicated in their description:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in severe personal
injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in:
personal injury, electrocution, electric shock, fire
or explosion:
WARNING: Do Not Use Flammable Liquids Or
Operate Machine In Or Near Flammable Liquids,
Vapors Or Combustible Dusts.
WARNING: Do Not Pick Up Flammable
Materials Or Reactive Metals.
WARNING: Do Not Operate With Damaged
Power Cord. Do Not Modify Plug. Unplug Power
Cord Before Servicing Machine.
WARNING: Do Not Use Outdoors. Do Not
Expose to Rain. Store Indoors.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
-- In flammable or explosive areas.
-- Unless cord is properly grounded.
-- With damaged cord or plug.
-- If not in proper operating condition.
-- In outdoor areas.
-- In standing water.
-- With the use of additional extension cords.
Only use manufacturer’s extension cord
equipped with machine which has proper
capacity and is grounded.
2. Before operating machine:
-- Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
3. When using machine:
-- Do not run machine over cord.
-- Do not pull machine by plug or cord.
-- Do not pull cord around sharp edges or
corners.
-- Do not close doors on cord.
-- Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
-- Do not stretch cord.
-- Do not handle plug with wet hands.
-- Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
-- Report machine damage or faulty operation
immediately.
-- Follow mixing and handling instructions on
chemical containers.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Turn off machine.
-- Unplug cord from wall outlet.
5. When servicing machine:
-- Unplug cord from wall outlet.
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.
-- Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Machine must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electrical current to
reduce the risk of electrical shock. This machine is
equipped with a cord having an
equipment--grounding conductor and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not remove ground pin; if missing, replace plug
before use.
Grounded
3 Hole Outlet
Ground Pin