Tennant 6100 User manual
This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and maintenance instructions.
Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.
This machine will provide excellent service. However, the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if:
SThe machine is operated with reasonable care.
SThe machine is maintained regularly - per the machine maintenance instructions provided.
SThe machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied or equivalent parts.
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 Number --
Installation Date --
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Phone: (800) 553--8033 or (763) 513--2850
www.tennantco.com
InstantAccess, Quick Mop, and VCS are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions, Copyright E1998--2002, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.
CONTENTS
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6100E 330250 (9--04)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6.............
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS 7................
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 9..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 9..............
BRAKE PEDAL 10....................
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL 10...........
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL 10.......
MAIN BRUSH LEVER 11...............
MAIN BRUSH, VACUUM FAN AND
FILTER SHAKER SWITCH 11.......
POWER KILL SWITCH 11..............
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR 12.
STEERING WHEEL 12................
HOURMETER 12.....................
ON-OFF KEY SWITCH 13..............
HORN BUTTON 13....................
SIDE BRUSH LEVER 13...............
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 14......................
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 14......................
FUSES 15..........................
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 15...............
OPERATOR SEAT 16..................
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT
(OPTION) 16......................
OPERATOR SAFETY SWITCH 16......
HOPPER 17..........................
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 18..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 18.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 19.............
OPERATION ON INCLINES 20............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH
INFORMATION 21....................
SWEEPING 23..........................
STOP SWEEPING 25....................
STOPPING THE MACHINE 26............
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 27.............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 28........
OPTIONS 29...........................
VACUUM WAND 29...................
QUICK MOP 31.......................
ROLLOUT BATTERY 33...............
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 37.......
MAINTENANCE 38.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 38...............
LUBRICATION 40........................
PROPELLING SYSTEM (For machines
below serial number 002363) 40
.......
STEERING GEAR CHAIN (For machines
below serial number 002363) 40.......
STEERING GEAR CHAIN (For machines
serial number 002363 and above) 40...
Page
STEERING CASTOR PIVOT BEARING
(For machines below serial
number 002363) 41...............
STEERING CASTER PIVOT BEARING
(For machines serial number 002363
and above) 41....................
BATTERIES 42..........................
CHARGING THE BATTERIES 43........
ELECTRIC MOTORS 46...................
BELTS AND CHAINS 46...................
VACUUM FAN BELT 46.................
MAIN BRUSH BELT 46.................
PROPELLING CHAIN (For machines below
serial number 002363) 46.............
STEERING GEAR CHAIN (For machines
below serial number 002363) 47.......
STEERING GEAR CHAIN (For machines
serial number 002363 and above) 47...
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 47...............
DEBRIS HOPPER 48......................
INSTANT ACCESS HOPPER FILTER 48..
REMOVING INSTANT ACCESS
FILTER 49..........................
BRUSHES 54............................
MAIN BRUSH 54.......................
REPLACING MAIN BRUSH 54........
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING MAIN
BRUSH PATTERN 55.............
SIDE BRUSH 57.......................
REPLACING SIDE BRUSH 58........
SIDE BRUSH GUARD 58............
SKIRTS AND SEALS 59...................
REAR SKIRT 59.......................
SIDE SKIRTS 59.......................
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP SKIRT 60........
HOPPER SEALS 60....................
BRAKES AND TIRES 61...................
BRAKES (For machines below serial
number 002363) 61..................
BRAKES (For machines serial number
002363 and above) 62...............
TIRES 63............................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 64......................
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 64
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 64.....
MACHINE JACKING 67....................
STORING MACHINE 67...................
CONTENTS
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Page
SPECIFICATIONS 68........................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 68..........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 68...
POWER TYPE 69.........................
STEERING 69............................
BRAKING SYSTEM 69....................
TIRES 69................................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 70................
INDEX 71..................................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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6100E 330250 (8--08)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this
manual as indicated in their description:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or
unsafe practices that could result in
severe personal injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that
must be followed for safe operation of
equipment.
The machine is suited to sweep disposable
debris. Do not use the machine other than
described in this Operator Manual. The machine
is not designed for use on public roads.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
WARNING: Brush throws debris. Stop
motor before lifting hopper.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- In flammable or explosive areas unless
designed for use in those areas.
-- In areas with possible falling objects
unless equipped with overhead guard.
2. Before starting machine:
-- 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:
-- Do not pick up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
-- Use brakes to stop machine.
-- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Do not carry riders on machine.
-- Always follow safety and traffic rules.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
5. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Set parking brake.
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
6. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- Block machine tires before jacking up
machine.
-- Jack up machine at designated
locations only. Block machine up with
jack stands.
-- Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
-- Wear eye and ear protection if using
pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use cardboard to locate leaking
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
7. When loading/unloading machine
onto/off truck or trailer:
-- Turn 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6100E 330250 (8--98)
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The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these or any
labels become damaged or illegible, install a new
label in its place.
BATTERY CHARGING LABEL --
LOCATED IN BATTERY COMPARTMENT.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
SIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
FLYING DEBRIS LABEL -- LOCATED
ABOVE HOPPER.
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OPERATION
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6100E 330250 (8--98)
OPERATION
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
-The operator’s responsibility is to take care
of the daily maintenance and checkups of
the machine to keep it in good working
condition. The operator must inform the
service mechanic or supervisor when the
maintenance intervals are required as stated
in the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual.
-Read this manual carefully before operating
the machine. View the operation video
supplied with the machine.
FOR 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 and supplies directly from your
authorized Tennant representative. Use the
parts manual provided when ordering parts.
-After operation, follow the recommended
daily and hourly procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.
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OPERATION
6100E 330250 (9--04)
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MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
D
A
EF
H
G
A. Instrument panel
B. Steering wheel
C. Operator pedals
D. Operator seat
E. Batteries
F. Hopper
G. Instant Access filter
H. Brush door
OPERATION
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6100E 330250 (8--98)
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols identify controls, displays, and
features on the machine:
On Operating lights
Off Hazard light
Main brush down Start
Main brush up Vacuum Fan
Circuit breaker #1 Main brush on
Circuit breaker #2 Filter shaker
Circuit breaker #3 Side brush down and on
Circuit breaker #4 Side brush up and off
Circuit breaker #5 Horn
Circuit breaker #6 Battery charging system
OPERATION
6100E 330250 (8--98)
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
AB
L
CD
K
N
O
P
M
J
I
H
E
G
F
A. Main brush, vacuum fan and filter shaker switch
B. Operating/Hazard light switch (option)
C. Hourmeter
D. Power kill switch
E. On/Off key switch
F. Main brush lever
G. Battery discharge indicator
H. Horn button
I. Directional pedal
J. Circuit breaker panel
K. Brake pedal
L. Parking brake pedal
M. Operator’s seat
N. Large debris trap pedal
O. Steering wheel
P. Side brush lever
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