Green Machines 636 User manual

636
*9006280*
www.greenmachines.com
9006280
Rev. 04 (10-2011)
CloudMaker®Technology
Air Sweeper
Operator Manual
Vari- track t Technology
Global

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.
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 --
The following publications are included with this
machine:
Operators Manual
Service Schedule
Parts Catalog
Kubota Engine Manual
The following optional publications can be purchased
separately:
Kubota Engine Workshop Manual
Kubota Engine Parts Catalog
Please contact a local Green Machines distributor to
order additional publications.
Green Machines
Bankside, Falkirk FK2 7XE
Scotland, United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]
www.greenmachines.com
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Phone: [phone] or (763) 513--2850
www.tennantco.com
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Vari--track Technology is a US registered and unregistered trademark of Green Machines Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Copyright E2009, 2010, 2011 Green Machines Company, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
Page
Safety Precautions 3.......................
Operation 7...............................
Machine Components 7..................
Controls And Instruments 8...............
Symbol Definitions 10.....................
Operation Of Controls 11..................
Drive Lever
(Forward / Neutral / Reverse) 11......
Brush Levers 11.......................
Fuel Gauge 11........................
Tachometer 11........................
Hour Meter 11........................
Engine Temperature Gauge 12..........
Parking Brake Indicator (Red) 12........
Turn Signal / 4--Way Warning Light
Indicator (Green) 12................
Charging System Malfunction
Indicator (Amber) 12................
Engine Oil Indicator (Red) 12...........
Headlight High Beam Indicator 12.......
Glow Plug Indicator (Amber) 13.........
Hopper Drain Switch 13................
Transit / Work Modes Switch 14.........
Brush Speed Knob 14..................
Vacuum Fan Speed Knob 15............
Vacuum Fan Speed Boost 15...........
Windshield Defroster Switch 15.........
Master Light Switch 16.................
Overhead Work Light Switch 16.........
Rear Fog Light Switch 16...............
Cab Temperature Control Knob 16.......
Heater Fan Switch 17..................
Air Conditioner (Option) 17.............
4--Way Warning Light Switch 17.........
Warning Beacon / Audible
Alarm Switch 17....................
Water Switch (Dust Suppression) 18.....
Water Flow Control Knob 18............
Brush Pressure Adjustment Knob 19.....
Parking Brake Lever 19................
Accelerator Pedal 19...................
Brake Pedal 19.......................
Steering Wheel Height
Adjustment Handle 20...............
Headlight And Multifunctional Switch 20..
Windshield Wiper / Washer Switch 20....
Horn Button 20........................
Operator Seat 21......................
Seat Belts 21.........................
Door Locks 21........................
Brush Information 22.....................
How The Machine Works 22...............
Pre--operation Checklist 23................
Post Operation Cleaning 23................
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Starting The Machine 24..................
Turning Off The Machine 25...............
While Operating The Machine 25...........
Sweeping 26............................
Driving Over Curbs 27....................
Raising / Lowering The Hopper 28..........
Engaging The Hopper Safety Arm 29.......
Disengaging The Hopper Safety Arm 30.....
Using The Wander Hose 30...............
Emptying The Hopper 32..................
Cleaning The Machine 33.................
Cleaning The Vacuum Fan Assembly 37....
Checking / Filling The Water Tank 37.......
Using The Machine Display
Module (MDM) System 38..............
Adjusting The Engine Speed 38............
Using The Engine Speed Boost 39.........
Machine Display Module (MDM)
Fault Screens 40......................
Options 42..............................
Pressure Washer (Option) 42...........
Rear View Camera (Option) 43..........
Radio And Compact Disk
Player (Option) 43..................
Automatic Greasing (Option) 43.........
Filling The Automatic Greasing
System Reservoir 43.............
Winter Equipment (Option) 44...........
Snow Brush (Option) 44.............
Snow Plows (Option) 45.............
Grit (Sand / Road Salt)
Dispenser (Option) 46............
Machine Troubleshooting 47...............
Conditions Table 49.......................
Maintenance 50.............................
Maintenance Chart 50....................
Lubrication 55...........................
Lubrication Points 55...................
Hydraulics 56............................
Hydraulic Hoses 57....................
Hydraulic Fluid 57.....................
Engine 58...............................
Engine Oil 58.........................
Cooling System 58....................
Engine Belt 58........................
Air Filter 59..........................
Fuel Filters 60........................
Fuel Lines 60.........................
Priming The Fuel System 60............
Valve Clearances 60...................
Battery 61
...............................
Fuses 62................................
Replacing The Fuses 62................

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Brushes 63..............................
Replacing The Brushes 63..............
Adjusting The Brush Angle 63...........
Brush Linkage 64......................
Dust Suppression / Vacuum 65.............
Adjusting / Replacing The Nozzle Flap 65.
Vacuum Nozzle Skid 66................
Cast Iron Skid 66......................
Spray Jets 66.........................
CloudMaker 67........................
Water Tank 67..........................
Drain Cap Filter 67....................
Water Tank Door Retainer Chain 67......
Water Level Sensor 67.................
Hopper 68...............................
Hopper Door, Hopper Inlet, And
Vacuum Fan Access Door Seals 68...
Hopper Drain Seal 68..................
Hopper Cyclones Screens 68...........
Hopper Drain Screen 68................
Hopper External Drain Tube 69..........
Hopper Door Screen 69................
Hopper Raised Safety Switch 69........
Vacuum Fan Door Safety Switch 69......
Vacuum Fan Access Door 69...........
Cab 70..................................
Windshield Wiper Blades 70............
Rear View Camera (Option) 70..........
Windshield Washer Fluid 70...............
Steering And Suspension 71...............
Brakes And Tires 72......................
Service Brakes 72.....................
Parking Brakes 72.....................
Tires 72..............................
Wheel Torque 72......................
Wander Hose 73.........................
Pressure Washer (Option) 73..............
Tilting / Lowering The Cab 74..............
Tilting The Cab 74.....................
Lowering The Cab 74..................
Tilting / Lowering The Hopper Manually 75...
Tilting The Hopper Manually 75..........
Lowering The Hopper Manually 76.......
Towing / Transporting The Machine 77......
Towing The Machine 77................
Transporting The Machine 77...........
Machine Jacking 79......................
Storage And Freeze Protection 80..........
Storing The Machine 80................
Freeze Protection 80...................
Specifications 81............................
General Machine Dimensions/Capacities 81.
General Machine Performance 81..........
Hydraulic System 82......................
Steering 82..............................
Power Type 82...........................
Tires 82.................................
Machine Dimensions 83...................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions 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.
CAUTION: To warn of unsafe practices
that could result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
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 following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Moving belt and fan. Keep
away.
WARNING: Machine emits toxic gases.
Serious injury or death can result.
Provide adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support arm.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay
clear of hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Flammable materials can
cause explosion or fire. Do not use
flammable materials in tank. Only use
water.
WARNING: Do not spray people or
animals. Severe personal injury can
result. Wear eye protection. Hold
sprayer with two hands.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
-- Unless mentally and physically
capable of following machine
instructions.
-- If it is not in proper operating
condition.
-- In flammable or explosive areas.
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.
-- Adjust seat and fasten seat belt.
3. When starting machine:
-- Keep foot on brake and place
directional lever 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 slow on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Move machine with care when hopper
is raised.
-- Make sure adequate clearance is
available before raising hopper.
-- Do not make adjustments on Machine
Display Module (MDM) System while
the machine is moving. Always stop
machine before making adjustments.
-- Do not carry passengers 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.
-- Place the drive lever in neutral.
-- Set parking brake.
-- Turn off machine.
-- Remove key from ignition.

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6. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry.
-- Block machine tires before jacking
machine up.
-- Jack machine up at designated
locations only. Support machine with
jack stands.
-- 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.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Avoid contact with hot engine coolant.
-- Do not remove cap from radiator when
engine is hot.
-- Allow engine to cool.
-- Keep flames and sparks away from
fuel system service area. Keep area
well ventilated.
-- Use cardboard to locate leaking
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
-- Use Tennant supplied or approved
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.

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The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If any label
becomes damaged or illegible, install a new label
in its place.

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OPERATION
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OPERATION
MACHINE COMPONENTS
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21
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1. Wander hose
2. Hopper
3. Warning beacon
4. Overhead work lights
5. Headlights / Turn signals
6. Right access door
7. Vacuum fan access door
8. Right brush
9. CloudMaker (dust suppression)
10. Spray jets (dust suppression)
11. Rear view camera (Optional)
12. Rear fog light
13. Water tank
14. Taillights / Turn signals
15. Water tank level tube
16. Water tank door
17. Left access door
18. Wander hose access door
19. Hydraulic fluid level indicator
20. Engine compartment
21. Left brush

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
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1. Left Brush Lever
2. Right Brush Lever
3. Drive Lever
(Forward / Neutral / Reverse)
4. Glow Plug Indicator (Amber)
5. Engine Temperature Gauge
6. Engine Oil Indicator (Red)
7. Charging System Malfunction
Indicator (Amber)
8. Turn Signal / 4--Way Warning Light
Indicator (Green)
9. Parking Brake Indicator (Red)
10. Fuel Gauge
11. Headlight High Beam Indicator
12. Tachometer
13. Hour Meter
14. Wander Hose Switch
15. Pressure Washer Switch (Optional)
16. Machine Display Module (MDM)
17. Hopper Drain Switch
18. Hopper Raise / Lower Switch
19. Transit / Work Modes Switch
20. Brush Speed Knob
21. Vacuum Fan Speed Knob
22. Windshield Defroster Switch
23. Overhead Work Light Switch
24. Rear Fog Light Switch
25. Master Light Switch
26. Air Conditioner Switch (Optional)
27. Heater Fan Switch
28. Warning Beacon / Audible Alarm Switch
29. 4--Way Warning Light Switch
30. Water Control Knob (Dust Suppression)