Tennant 5700XPS User manual

5700XPS
MM402
Rev.15
*mm402*
Operator Manual

This manual is furnished with each new TENNANT Model 5700XPS. It provides necessary operating and
preventive 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:
DThe machine is operated with reasonable care.
DThe machine is maintained regularly -- per the maintenance instructions provided.
DThe machine is maintained with TENNANT supplied or equivalent parts.
Manual Number -- MM402
Revision: 15
Published: 6--02
Copyright E1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
1
5700XPS MM402 (3--00)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6.............
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS 7..........
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
STEERING HANDLES 9..............
SOLUTION FLOW LEVER 10...........
POWERWANDSWITCH(OPTION) 10..
SPEED SWITCH AND INDICATOR 11...
SQUEEGEE SWITCH 11...............
BRUSH PRESSURE SWITCH AND
INDICATOR 11.....................
EStSWITCH (OPTION) 12............
RECOVERY TANK FULL INDICATOR 12.
SCRUBBING SWITCH 12..............
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR 13.
HOURMETER 13.....................
ON-OFF KEY SWITCH 13..............
SQUEEGEE LEVER 14................
POWER KILL SWITCH (OPTION) 14....
STEERING ADJUSTMENT KNOB 14....
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 15...............
SOLUTION TANK HOSE 16............
RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE 16....
SUPPORT ARM 16....................
STOP ARM 16........................
SQUEEGEE DOWN PRESSURE
CAMS 17..........................
SQUEEGEE LEVELING KNOB 17......
PARKING BRAKE (OPTION) 17........
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 18..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 19.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 20.............
FILLING THE TANKS 20..................
NORMAL SCRUBBING 23................
DOUBLE SCRUBBING 24.................
STOP SCRUBBING 25...................
DRAINING AND CLEANING THE TANKS 26
STOP THE MACHINE 31.................
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 32........
OPERATION ON INCLINES 33............
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 34.......
OPTIONS 35............................
VACUUM WAND 35...................
POWER WAND 39....................
MAINTENANCE 44.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 44...............
LUBRICATION 45........................
REAR CASTERS 45...................
TRANSAXLE 45......................
BATTERIES 45..........................
CHARGING THE BATTERIES 46.......
TOUCH PANEL 48....................
ELECTRIC MOTORS 49..................
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SCRUB HEAD 50........................
DISK BRUSH SCRUB HEAD SKIRT 50..
ADJUSTING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRT 50.................
REPLACING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRT 51.................
CYLINDRICAL BRUSH SCRUB
HEAD SKIRTS 52..................
ADJUSTING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRTS 52...............
REPLACING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRTS 52...............
REMOVING OR REPLACING THE
SCRUB HEAD 53..................
SCRUB HEAD/CIRCUIT
BREAKERS 55..................
LEVELING THE SCRUB HEAD 54...
SCRUB BRUSHES 57....................
DISK BRUSHES 57...................
REPLACING THE DISK BRUSHES 57
CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 59...........
REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL
BRUSHES 59...................
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
CYLINDRICAL BRUSH PATTERN 60.
SOLUTION SYSTEM 62..................
RECOVERY TANK 62.................
SOLUTION TANK 63..................
SQUEEGEE 64..........................
REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY 64.....................
INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY 65.....................
LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE 65........
ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE BLADE
DEFLECTION 66...................
ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE GUIDE
ROLLERS 67......................
SQUEEGEE BLADES 67.................
REPLACING OR ROTATING THE
REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE 67.......
REPLACING OR ROTATING THE
FRONT SQUEEGEE BLADE 68......
BELTS AND CHAINS 70..................
BRUSH DRIVE BELT 70...............
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 70..............
TIRES 71...............................
PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 71......................
PUSHING THE MACHINE 71.........
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 72..
MACHINE JACKING 74....................
STORAGE INFORMATION 74..............
FREEZE PROTECTION 74..............

CONTENTS
5700XPS MM402 (3--00)
2
Page
SPECIFICATIONS 75........................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 75..........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 76...
POWER TYPE 76.........................
TIRES 76................................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 77................
INDEX 78...................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3
5700XPS MM402 (6--02)
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.
This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt
and dust in an indoor environment. Tennant does
not recommend using this machine in any other
environment.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment. Read this manual carefully. Know
when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety
devices on the machine. Then, take necessary
steps to train machine operating personnel.
Report machine damage or faulty operation
immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in
proper operating condition.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
WARNING: Flammable materials can
cause an explosion or fire. Do not use
flammable materials in tank(s).
WARNING: Flammable materials or
reactive metals can cause an explosion
or fire. Do not pickup.
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.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation (if so equipped).
3. When using machine:
-- Go slow on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when backing machine.
-- Follow mixing and handling
instructions on chemical containers.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Set parking brake (if equipped).
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
5. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- Block machine tires before jacking
machine up.
-- Jack machine up 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 when
using pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
6. 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 push 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 (option).
-- Block machine tires.
-- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
5700XPS MM402 (9--96)
4
The safety labels appear on the machine in the
locations indicated. If these or any label becomes
damaged or illegible, install a new label in its
place.
BATTERY CHARGING LABEL -- LOCATED ON
THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK.
FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL -- LOCATED ON
THE OPERATOR CONSOLE.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
OPERATOR CONSOLE.
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL -- LOCATED
ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION
TANK COVER.
10066

OPERATION
5
5700XPS MM402 (9--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
this 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.
07324

OPERATION
5700XPS MM402 (1--95)
6
MACHINE COMPONENTS
A
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
C
O
N
A
B
C
L
O
P
Q
10344
10343
A. Solution tank
B. Solution tank fill opening
C. Recovery tank
D. Console panel
E. Squeegee
F. Squeegee lever
G. Squeegee down pressure cams
H. Squeegee leveling knob
I. Parking brake (option)
J. Recovery tank drain hose
K. Solution tank hose
L. Support arm
M. Stop arm
N. Batteries
O. Scrub head
P. Scrub brush access cover
Q. Scrub brush idler door

OPERATION
7
5700XPS MM402 (1--95)
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS
These symbols identify controls and displays on
the machine:
Solution flow Key switch
Battery charge Variable flow or rate
Power wand or vacuum wand Circuit breaker #1
Travel speed Circuit breaker #2
Squeegee Circuit breaker #3
Brush pressure Circuit breaker #4
ESt(Extended scrub) Circuit breaker #5
Recovery tank full Circuit breaker #6
Scrubbing

OPERATION
5700XPS MM402 (2--98)
8
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
CB1
CB2
CB3
CB4
CB5
CB6
BD
EF
G
HI
J
K
M
N
A
O
A
L
PQ
C
O
R
S
10609
A. Steering handles
B. Solution flow lever
C. Battery discharge indicator
D. Power wand switch (option)
E. Speed switch and indicator
F. Squeegee switch
G. Brush pressure switch and indicator
H. EStswitch (option)
I. Recovery tank full indicator
J. Scrubbing switch
K. Hourmeter
L. On-off key switch
M. Power kill switch (option)
N. Steering height adjustment latch
O. Circuit breakers
P. Solution tank hose
Q. Recovery tank drain hose
R. Squeegee lever
S. Steering adjustment knob