Castex TS-2700 Product manual

Operator and Parts Manual
Automatic Floor Scrubber
Model No.:
607257 -TS-3300
607258 -TS-2700
TS-2700/TS-3300
607578
Rev. 01 (03-04)
CASTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE:
1--800--365--6625
FAX: [phone]
TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
1--800--522--7839 EXT. 5356
TENNANT COMPANY
701 NORTH LILAC DRIVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55422
MAILING ADDRESS:
TENNANT COMPANY
P.O. BOX 1452
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55440--1452

OPERATION
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This manual is furnished with each new model.
It provides necessary operation and maintenance
instructions and an illustrated parts list.
Read this manual completely and understand the
machine before operating or servicing it.
Use the illustrated Parts Lists to order parts. Before
ordering parts or supplies, be sure to have your
machine model number and serial number handy.
Parts and supplies may be ordered by phone or mail
from any authorized parts and service center,
distributor or from any of the manufacturer’s
subsidiaries.
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 care instructions provided.
SThe machine is maintained with manufacturer
supplied or equivalent parts.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill out at time of installation for future reference.
Model No.-
Install. Date -
Serial No.-
E1999, 2004 Tennant Company Printed in U.S.A.
Castex is a registered United States trademark of Tennant Company
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3....................
SAFETY LABEL 4............................
MACHINE COMPONENTS 5...................
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS 5...............
MACHINE INSTALLATION 6...................
UNCRATING MACHINE 6..................
ATTACHING SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY 6.....
INSTALLING BATTERIES 6................
MACHINE SETUP 7..........................
PRE--OPERATION CHECKS 7..............
INSTALLING BRUSH OR PAD DRIVERS 7...
FILLING SOLUTION TANK 8...............
MACHINE OPERATION 8.....................
WHILE OPERATING MACHINE 9...........
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 10....................
DRAINING TANKS 10..........................
DRAINING RECOVERY TANK 10............
DRAINING SOLUTION TANK 10.............
CHARGING BATTERIES 11....................
MACHINE MAINTENANCE 12..................
DAILY MAINTENANCE 12...................
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 12................
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 12...............
QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE 12............
BATTERY MAINTENANCE 13...............
DRIVE CHAIN MAINTENANCE 14...........
TRANSPORTING MACHINE 14.................
STORING MACHINE 14........................
RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS 14.............
TROUBLE SHOOTING 15......................
SPECIFICATIONS 17..........................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 17....................
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 18...................
PARTS LIST 20...............................
REPLACEMENT BRUSHES AND
PAD DRIVER GROUP 20...................
RECOVERY TANK GROUP 22...............
CHASSIS GROUP 24.......................
DRIVE WHEEL GROUP 26..................
CONTROL PANEL GROUP 28...............
CONTROL CONSOLE GROUP 30...........
PAD DRIVER GROUP 32...................
BRUSH LIFT GROUP 34....................
SOLUTION CONTROL GROUP 36...........
ELECTRICAL GROUP 38...................
SKIRT GROUP 40..........................
SQUEEGEE CONTROL GROUP 42..........
SQUEEGEE GROUP 44....................

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This machine is intended for commercial use. It is
designed exclusively to scrub hard floors in an
indoor environment and is not constructed for any
other use. Use only recommended pads, brushes
and commercially available floor cleaners
intended for machine application.
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, electrical shock, fire or explosion.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard. Never
Use Flammable Liquids Or Operate Machine In Or
Near Flammable Liquids, Vapors Or Combustible
Dusts.
This machine is not equipped with explosion
proof motors. The electric motors will spark upon
start up and during operation which could cause a
flash fire or explosion if machine is used in an
area where flammable vapors/liquids or
combustible dusts are present.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard. Do Not
Pick Up Flammable Materials Or Reactive Metals.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.
WARNING: Electrical Hazard. Disconnect
Battery Cables Before Servicing Machine.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- With flammable liquids or near flammable
vapors as an explosion or flash fire may
occur.
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- If not in proper operating condition.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
3. When using machine:
-- Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.
-- Wear no--slip shoes.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
-- Never allow children to play on or around.
-- Follow mixing and handling instructions
on chemical containers.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Turn off machine.
5. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.
-- Block machine tires before jacking up.
-- Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
-- Wear eye and ear protection when using
pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Wear protective gloves and safety glasses
when handling batteries or battery cables.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.
-- All repairs must be performed by a
qualified service person.
-- Do not modify the machine from its
original design.

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6. When transporting machine:
-- Turn machine off.
-- Get assistance when lifting machine.
-- Do not lift machine when batteries are
installed.
-- Use a recommended ramp when
loading/unloading into/off truck or trailer.
-- Use tie--down straps to secure machine to
truck or trailer.
SAFETY LABEL
The safety label appears on the machine in the
location indicated. Replace label if it becomes
damaged or illegible.
WARNING LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE RECOVERY TANK LID.
FOR SAFETY LABEL --
LOCATEDONTHE
SWITCH PANEL.
READ MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING.

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MACHINE COMPONENTS
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1. Squeegee Lift Lever
2. Recovery Tank Drain Hose
3. Brush Pressure Lever
4. Circuit Breakers
5. Squeegee Assembly
6. Brush Lift Foot Pedal
7. Solution Tank Drain Hose
8. Solution Tank Fill Ports
9. Recovery Tank Lid
10. Recovery Tank
11. Battery Charger Receptacle
(inside Battery Compartment)
12. Wall Rollers
13. Scrub Head Skirt
14. Rear Casters
15. Battery Compartment
16. Vacuum On/Off Switch
17. Battery Meter
18. Brush/Solution On/Off Switch
19 Solution Flow Control Knob
20. Trigger Switch
21. Transport/Fast Scrub Switch
22. Main Power/Slow Scrub Switch
23. Reverse Switch
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS
Main Power/
Slow Scrub
Switch
Vacuum
Switch
Transport/
Fast Scrub
Switch
Battery
Meter
Solution
Flow
Brush/
Solution
Switch
Reverse
Switch
Squeegee
Lift Lever
Brush Lift
Foot Pedal