Tennant 140 Product manual

140
*MM130*
www.tennantco.com
Sweeper
Operator and Parts Manual
MM130
Rev. 22 (12-2006)
North America / International
(Gas)

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 such as
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: [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.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Copyright E1979, 1980, 1982, 1984--1997, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2006 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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140 MM130 (8--01)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this
manual as indicated in their descriptions:
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.
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.
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:
-- Check For Fuel Leaks.
-- Keep Sparks And Open Flame Away
From Refueling Area.
-- Make Sure All Safety Devices Are In
Place And Operate Properly.
3. When Using Machine:
-- Go Slow On Grades And Slippery
Surfaces.
-- Use Care When Backing Machine.
-- Do Not Carry Riders On Machine.
-- Always Follow Safety And Traffic
Rules.
4. Before Leaving Or Servicing Machine:
-- Stop On Level Surface.
-- Turn Off Machine And Remove Key.
5. When Servicing Machine:
-- AvoidMovingParts.DoNotWear
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.
-- Allow Engine To Cool.
-- Keep Flames And Sparks Away From
Fuel System Service Area. Keep Area
Well Ventilated.
-- 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.
-- Block Machine Tires.
-- Tie Machine Down To Truck Or Trailer.
WARNING: Engine Emits Toxic Gases. Severe
Respiratory Damage Or Asphyxiation Can
Result. Provide Adequate Ventilation. Consult
With Your Regulatory Agency For Exposure
Limits. Keep Engine Properly Tuned.
WARNING: Brush Throws Debris. Stop Motor
Before Lifting Hopper.
WARNING: Machine Moves When Motor Is
Running. Stop Motor Before Leaving Machine.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these or any
label becomes damaged or illegible, install a new
label in its place.
MACHINE CREEPING WARNING LABEL --
LOCATED ON MACHINE HANDLE FRAME.
TOXIC GASES WARNING LABEL -- LOCATED
ON MACHINE HANDLE FRAME. FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON MACHINE HANDLE FRAME.
02671
FLYING DEBRIS WARNING LABEL --
LOCATED ON TOP OF HOPPER.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL INFORMATION i..............
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS i............
SPECIFICATIONS 1--1.....................
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 1--3.........
POWER TYPE 1--3...................
POWER TRAIN 1--3..................
SUSPENSION SYSTEM 1--3..........
SYSTEM FLUID CAPACITIES 1--3.....
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 1--3....
MACHINE WEIGHTS 1--3.............
GENERAL MACHINE
PERFORMANCE 1--3..............
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 1--4.............
OPERATION 2--1..........................
PREPARATION FOR OPERATION 2--3....
AFTER UNCRATING AND BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE: 2--3...
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 2--4........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 2--4........
CLUTCH CONTROL HANDLE 2--5.....
MAIN BRUSH LIFT HANDLE 2--5......
SIDE BRUSH 2--5....................
MAIN BRUSH REMOVAL LEVER 2--5..
ENGINE STARTER CORD 2--5........
ENGINE CHOKE 2--6.................
ENGINE THROTTLE LEVER 2--6......
IGNITION SHORTING CLIP 2--6.......
MACHINE OPERATION 2--7..............
NORMAL SWEEPING OPERATION 2--7
PRE-START CHECKLIST 2--7.......
TO START MACHINE 2--7..........
TO SWEEP 2--7...................
TO DUMP HOPPER 2--8...........
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST --
ENGINE OPERATING 2--8....
TO STOP MACHINE 2--8...........
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST --
ENGINE STOPPED 2--8......
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 2--9..
MACHINE STORAGE 2--11................
STORING MACHINE 2--11.............
MAINTENANCE 3--1.......................
RECOMMENDED FIRST 5--HOUR
MACHINE INSPECTION 3--3..........
MAINTENANCE CHART 3--4.............
Page
ENGINE 3--5...........................
ENGINE LUBRICATION 3--5...........
COOLING SYSTEM 3--5..............
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM 3--5............
AIR FILTER 3--5...................
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
ELEMENT 3--5.................
FUEL SYSTEM 3--6..................
FUEL TANK 3--6...................
CARBURETOR CHOKE 3--6........
CARBURETOR 3--6................
IGNITION SYSTEM 3--6...............
SPARK PLUG 3--6.................
IGNITION SYSTEM 3--7............
TO CHECK AND ADJUST
STANDARD IGNITION
SYSTEM 3--7...............
CYLINDER HEAD 3--8................
CYLINDER HEAD 3--8.............
VALVE TAPPET CLEARANCE 3--8..
BRUSHES 3--9..........................
MAIN BRUSH 3--9....................
TO REMOVE MAIN BRUSH 3--9....
TO INSTALL MAIN BRUSH 3--9.....
TO CHECK AND ADJUST
MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 3--10....
SIDE BRUSH 3--10....................
TO REMOVE SIDE BRUSH 3--11.....
TO INSTALL SIDE BRUSH 3--11.....
TO ADJUST SIDE BRUSH 3--11......
DEBRIS HOPPER AND DUST FILTER 3--12.
DEBRIS HOPPER 3--12................
TO EMPTY HOPPER 3--12..........
TO ADJUST HOPPER FLOOR
CLEARANCE 3--12..............
REAR GUIDE WHEELS 3--12...........
TO ADJUST REAR GUIDE
WHEELS 3--12..................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 3--13...........
TO REMOVE DUST FILTER 3--13....
TO INSTALL DUST FILTER 3--14.....
SKIRTS AND SEALS 3--15................
SIDE DUST SKIRTS 3--15..............
TO ADJUST SIDE DUST SKIRTS 3--15
TO REPLACE SIDE DUST
SKIRTS 3--15...................
HOPPER SIDE SEALS 3--16............
TO REPLACE HOPPER SIDE
SEALS 3--16....................
REAR BRUSH SKIRT 3--16.............
TO REPLACE REAR BRUSH
SKIRT 3--16.....................