Nobles Speed Scrub 2001 Product manual

ENGLISH - ESPAÑOL
Battery Automatic Scrubber
Fregadora Automática Batería
Speed Scrub 2001
Model No.:
612943
612944 -- Pac
612945 -- Can. Pac
612993
Rev. 01 (04-04)
NOBLES 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
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Operator and Parts Manual
Manual del Operador y Piezas
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OPERATION
2Speed Scrubr2001 Battery (04--04)
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.
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
maintenance 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.-
E2002, 2004 Tennant Company Printed in U.S.A.
Nobles and Speed Scrub are registered United States trademarks of
Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
TABLE OF CONTENTS (ESPAÑOL ÍNDICE....18)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3....................
SAFETY LABELS 4...........................
MACHINE COMPONENTS 5...................
MACHINE INSTALLATION 6...................
UNCRATING MACHINE 6..................
INSTALLING BATTERIES 6................
MACHINE SETUP 7..........................
PRE--OPERATION CHECKS 7..............
ATTACHING SQUEEGEE 7................
INSTALLING BRUSH OR PAD DRIVER 7....
FILLING SOLUTION TANK 8...............
MACHINE OPERATION 9.....................
WHILE OPERATING MACHINE 9...........
BRUSH MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER 10......
DRAINING TANKS 10..........................
DRAINING RECOVERY TANK 10............
DRAINING SOLUTION TANK 11.............
CHARGING BATTERIES 11....................
MACHINE MAINTENANCE 12..................
DAILY MAINTENANCE 12...................
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 13................
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 13...............
QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE 13............
BATTERY MAINTENANCE 13...............
TRANSPORTING MACHINE 14.................
STORING MACHINE 14........................
RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS 14.............
TROUBLE SHOOTING 15......................
SPECIFICATIONS 16..........................
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 34...................
PARTS LIST 36................................
REPLACEMENT BRUSHES AND PAD
DRIVER GROUP 36........................
SOLUTION TANK GROUP 38................
SOLUTION TANK REAR PANEL GROUP 40..
RECOVERY TANK GROUP 42...............
CONTROL CONSOLE GROUP 44...........
LEVER GROUP 46.........................
NON-DRIVE MODEL WHEEL GROUP 48.....
BRUSH DRIVE GROUP 50..................
SKIRT GROUP 52..........................
CURVED SQUEEGEE GROUP 54...........
OPTIONS 56...................................
ESrKIT 56................................
SQUEEGEE WAND ASSEMBLY 58..........
BRUSH WEIGHT KIT 59....................

OPERATION
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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, electrocution, electrical shock,
fire or explosion.
WARNING: Do Not 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: Do Not Pick Up Flammable
Materials Or Reactive Metals.
WARNING: Keep Sparks And Open Flame
Away. Keep Battery Hood Open When Charging.
WARNING: 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 non--slip shoes.
-- 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.
-- 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.
6. When transporting machine:
-- Turn machine off.
-- Do not lift machine when batteries are
installed.
-- Get assistance when lifting machine.
-- Use a recommended ramp when
loading/unloading into/off truck or trailer.
-- Use tie--down straps to secure machine to
truck or trailer.

OPERATION
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SAFETY LABELS
The safety labels appear on the machine in the
locations indicated. Replace labels if they become
damaged or illegible.
BATTERY CHARGE LABEL --
LOCATED INSIDE BATTERY
COMPARTMENT.
WARNING: Keep sparks and open
flame away. Keep battery hood
open when charging.
WARNING LABEL -- LOCATEDONTOPOF
THE RECOVERY TANK.

OPERATION
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MACHINE COMPONENTS
7
12
2
34
5
1
6
24
13
10
11 8
9
23
14
25
17
16
18
19
22
21
23
20
26
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1. Control Grips
2. Vacuum ON/OFF Switch
3. Brush ON/OFF Switch
4. Battery Meter
5. Brush Motor Circuit Breaker
6. Squeegee Lift Lever
7. Solution Flow Lever
8. Solution Flow Adjustment Knob
9. Adjustable Control Console Levers
10. Brush Lift Lever
11. Brush Lift Foot Lever
12. Recovery Tank Drain Hose
13. Solution Tank Drain Hose
14. Squeegee Assembly
15. Control Console
16. Recovery Tank
17. Recovery Tank Lid
18. Solution Tank Fill Door
19. Safety Lights
20. Main Wheels
21. Scrub Head
22. Scrub Head Skirt
23. Wall Rollers
24. Rear Fill Port
25. Vacuum Hose
26. Battery Compartment

OPERATION
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MACHINE INSTALLATION
UNCRATING MACHINE
Carefully check carton for signs of damage. Report
damages at once to carrier. Check carton contents to
ensure all accessories are included.
To uncrate your machine, remove straps and raise
brush head. To raise brush head, step down firmly on
the bottom brush lift foot pedal until pedal locks into
the raised position. Carefully lift or create a ramp using
crate boards to remove machine from pallet.
ATTENTION: Do not roll machine off pallet,
machine damage may occur.
ATTENTION: To prevent possible machine
damage, install batteries after removing machine
from shipping pallet.
INSTALLING BATTERIES
WARNING: Keep Sparks And Open Flame
Away. Keep Battery Hood Open When Charging.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and safety glasses when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
Recommended Battery Specifications:
Two 12 volt, deep cycle, 130 amp hour batteries.
Maximum battery dimensions are 180mm (7.13 in) W
x 330mm (13 in) L x 254mm (10 in) H.
1. Turn all switches to the off position.
2. Carefully hinge open recovery tank to access
battery compartment. Make sure recovery tank is
empty before opening. Remove loose battery
cable and PVC battery spacer from compartment
(Figure 1).
FIG. 1
3. Carefully install batteries into compartment and
arrange battery posts as shown (Figure 2).
FIG. 2
ATTENTION: Do not drop batteries into
compartment! Battery and machine housing
damage may result.
4. To secure batteries, place white PVC tube spacer
‘‘A” behind batteries in compartment (Figure 2).
5. Connect cables to battery posts in numerical order
as labeled (RED to POSITIVE and BLACK to
NEGATIVE) (Figure 2).
6. Apply a light coating of non--metallic grease or
protective spray on the cable connections to
prevent battery corrosion.

OPERATION
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MACHINE SETUP
PRE--OPERATION CHECKS
1. Sweep and dust mop floor.
2. Check battery meter charge level to ensure
batteries are fully charged (See BATTERY
CHARGING).
3. Check that a pad/brush is installed.
4. Check that squeegee is installed.
ATTACHING SQUEEGEE
1. Pull back on squeegee lift lever to raise squeegee
mount bracket.
2. Loosen two thumb knobs on squeegee and slide
squeegee into slot at rear of squeegee mount
bracket (Figure 3). Tighten thumb knobs securely.
3. Connect vacuum hose to squeegee assembly
(Figure 3).
FIG. 3
INSTALLING BRUSH OR PAD DRIVER
1. Turn machine off.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
2. Lower brush head. Step down firmly on top pedal
and push pedal forward to lower (Figure 4).
FIG. 4
3. Position squeegee swivel mechanism so it’s
centered behind machine.
4. Tilt machine back to access motor hub.
ATTENTION: Do not leave machine tilted back for
an extended time. Battery acid may leak.
5. Select a recommended pad or brush that best
meets your cleaning needs.
NOTE: Consult your authorized distributor for pad and
brush recommendations.
6. (For Pad Installation) Attach pad to pad driver
before installing driver to motor hub. To attach
pad, remove plastic centerlock from pad driver
and position pad centered on driver, replace
centerlock securely (Figure 5).
FIG. 5

OPERATION
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7. Attach brush/pad driver to motor hub. Align 3
mounting studs with slots in motor hub and give
the driver a quick turn toward the spring clip on the
motor hub to attach brush/pad driver. Be certain
that spring clip locks into one of the studs on the
driver before operating machine (Figure 6).
FIG. 6
8. Raise brush head. To raise brush head, step down
firmly on the bottom brush lift foot pedal until brush
locks into the raised position (Figure 7).
FIG. 7
FILLING SOLUTION TANK
1. Push machine to the fill station. Raise squeegee
and brush head when transporting.
2. Pull solution flow lever completely back to shut off
solution flow (Figure 8).
FIG. 8
3. Open solution fill door at front of machine and fill
solution tank with 38L (10 gal) of clean water,
60°C (140°F) maximum temperature. Or use the
rear fill port to fill solution tank. The clear tube
below the fill port has 19L (5 gal) increment
markers to indicate amount of water in tank
(Figure 9).
NOTE: The water must NOT be hotter than 60
° C
(140
° F) or tank damage may occur.
FIG. 9
NOTE: If filling with a bucket be certain that bucket is
clean. This will prevent possible solution line clogs.
4. Add cleaning detergent according to mixing
instructions on bottle.
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, follow mixing
and handling instructions on chemical containers.
ATTENTION: Use only recommended detergents.
Machine damage due to improper detergent usage
will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Contact
your Tennant Sales Representative for detergent
recommendations.
WARNING: Do Not Use Flammable Liquids Or
Operate Machine In Or Near Flammable Liquids,
Vapors Or Combustible Dusts.

OPERATION
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2. If more scrubbing pressure is needed for small
heavily soiled areas, simply pull the brush lift lever
upward while operating (Figure 15).
FIG. 15
3. If squeegee leaves streaks, raise squeegee and
wipe both blades with a cloth.
4. Before stopping or turning machine around, pull
back on solution control lever to shut off solution
flow.
5. View clear tube at rear of machine for remaining
cleaning solution.
6. Periodically check battery meter’s discharge level.
When needle drops to the red zone, recharge
batteries (Figure 16).
FIG. 16
ATTENTION: Do not operate machine with battery
meter in red zone, battery damage will result.
7. When the solution tank runs dry, turn off brush
switch, shut off solution control lever and continue
to vacuum until all dirty water is consumed into the
recovery tank. Raise the squeegee and brush
head and drain recovery tank (See DRAINING
TANKS).
BRUSH MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER
Machine is equipped with a circuit breaker to protect
brush motor from damage. If the brush motor circuit
breaker should trip, it can not be reset immediately.
Determine reason why breaker tripped, allow motor to
cool and then reset. Circuit breaker will trip due to
brush motor overload. Clean or change pad if breaker
should trip. Brush motor circuit breaker button is
located at rear of control console (Figure 17).
FIG. 17
DRAINING TANKS
1. Turn machine off.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
2. Raise squeegee and brush head and transport
machine to floor drain.
NOTE: If using bucket to drain machine, do not use
same bucket for filling solution tank.
DRAINING RECOVERY TANK
When finished scrubbing or when refilling solution
tank, recovery tank should be drained and cleaned.
ATTENTION: If recovery tank is not drained before
refilling, foam or water may enter the float shut-off
screen and damage vacuum motor. Foam will not
activate float shut--off screen.

OPERATION
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1. Remove drain hose from holder, position hose
over floor drain and twist off drain hose cap. To
completely drain recovery tank, hinge open tank
and flip up tank support stand to rest tank on
(Figure 18).
FIG. 18
2. Clean recovery tank after each use. Use a hose to
rinse out recovery tank. Be careful not to spray
water into float shut-off screen.
3. Replace drain hose cap tightly after draining.
DRAINING SOLUTION TANK
To drain leftover cleaning solution from solution tank
perform the following steps:
1. Pull clear tube off hose barb at rear of machine
and drain solution into floor drain or bucket
(Figure 19).
FIG. 19
2. Rinse solution tank with clean water after each
use. This will prevent clogging due to chemical
buildup.
3. Push solution flow lever forward to rinse out
solution flow system.
4. Reconnect clear tube. Be certain tube is
completely pushed on hose barb.
CHARGING BATTERIES
NOTE: Recharge batteries ONLY after a total of 30
minutes of use or more. This will prolong battery life.
The following charging instructions are intended
for supplied 24V chargers only. Only use a
charger with the following specifications to
prevent battery damage.
CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS:
SOUTPUT VOLTAGE - 24 VOLTS
SOUTPUT CURRENT - 10 TO 20 AMPS MAXIMUM
SAUTOMATIC SHUTOFF CIRCUIT
SFOR DEEP CYCLE BATTERY CHARGING
NOTE: For optimum machine operation, keep
batteries charged at all times. Never let batteries set in
a discharge condition for lengthy periods.
WARNING: Keep Sparks And Open Flame
Away. Keep Battery Hood Open When Charging.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and safety glasses when
handling batteries or battery cables. Avoid contact
with battery acid.
1. Transport machine to a flat, dry surface in a well--
ventilated area for charging.
2. Turn machine off.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface and turn off
machine.
3. Hinge open recovery tank to access batteries.
Make sure recovery tank is empty before opening
(Figure 20).
FIG. 20