Tennant 6200 User manual

6200
*330410*
www.tennantco.com
330410
Rev. 11 (2-2010)
(Electric)
Sweeper
Operator Manual
North America / International

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 including
batteries, hazardous fluids such as
antifreeze and oil, in a safe
environmentally way according to your
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
Quick Mop, VCS, Instant Access filter, and Thermo Sentry are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions. Copyright E1999--2003, 2005--2008, 2010 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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6200E 330410 (2--10)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6.............
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS 7................
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 9..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 9..............
BRAKE PEDAL 10....................
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (For machines
below serial number 003468) 10.....
PARKING BRAKE (For machines
serial number 003468 and above) 10....
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL 10.......
MAIN BRUSH LEVER 11...............
VACUUM FAN AND FILTER SHAKER
SWITCH 11........................
POWER KILL SWITCH (OPTION) 11....
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR 12.
STEERING WHEEL 12................
HOURMETER 12.....................
ON--OFF KEY SWITCH 13.............
HORN BUTTON 13....................
SIDE BRUSH LEVER 13...............
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 14......................
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS
SWITCH (OPTION) 14..............
HOPPER SWITCH 15.................
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH 15...........
FUSES 16............................
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 16...............
OPERATOR SEAT 17..................
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT
(OPTION) 17......................
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT
(OPTION) 18......................
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 18...........
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 19..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 19.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 20.............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION 21
SWEEPING 23..........................
STOP SWEEPING 25....................
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 26.............
STOPPING THE MACHINE 28............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 29........
ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 30..
DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 32
OPERATION ON INCLINES 33............
OPTIONS 34............................
VACUUM WAND 34...................
QUICK MOP 36.......................
ROLLOUT BATTERY 38...............
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 43.......
Page
MAINTENANCE 44.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 44...............
LUBRICATION 46........................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 46...........
STEERING CASTOR PIVOT BEARING 46
HYDRAULICS 47........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR 47....
HYDRAULIC FLUID 48................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 48...............
BATTERIES 49..........................
CHARGING THE BATTERIES 51.......
BELTS AND CHAINS 53..................
VACUUM FAN BELT 53................
MAIN BRUSH BELT 53................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 54...........
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 54..............
DEBRIS HOPPER 55.....................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 55.............
REMOVING HOPPER DUST
FILTER 56......................
THERMO SENTRY 59.................
BRUSHES 60............................
MAIN BRUSH 60......................
REPLACING MAIN BRUSH 60.......
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 61......
SIDE BRUSH 63......................
REPLACING SIDE BRUSH 64.......
SIDE BRUSH GUARD 64..............
SKIRTS AND SEALS 65..................
SIDE SKIRTS 65......................
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP SKIRT 65.......
SIDE RECIRCULATION SKIRTS 65.....
REAR SKIRTS 66.....................
HOPPER SEALS 67...................
HOPPER DOOR SEAL 67..............
HOPPER LIP SEAL 67.................
VACUUM SEAL 68....................
HOPPER FILTER SEALS 68............
BRAKES AND TIRES 69..................
BRAKES 69..........................
TIRES 70............................
ELECTRIC MOTORS 70...................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 71.....................
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 71
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 71....
MACHINE JACKING 73...................
STORING MACHINE 73..................

CONTENTS
6200E 330410 (4--08)
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Page
SPECIFICATIONS 74.......................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 74.........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 74..
POWER TYPE 75........................
STEERING 75...........................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 75.................
BRAKING SYSTEM (For machines
below serial number 003468) 75........
TIRES 75...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 76...............
INDEX 77...............................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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6200E 330410 (4--08)
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.
The machine is suited to sweep disposable
debris. Do not use the machine other than
described in this Operator Manual. The machine
is not designed for use on public roads.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay
clear of hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support bar
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:
-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation.
3. When starting machine:
-- Keep foot on brake and directional
pedal in neutral.
4. When using machine:
-- Do not pickup burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
-- Use brakes to stop machine.
-- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Make sure adequate clearance is
available before raising hopper.
-- Move machine with care if hopper is
raised.
-- Do not carry riders 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.
-- Set parking brake.
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
6. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- Block machine tires before jacking up
machine.
-- Jack up machine 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 if using
pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6200E 330410 (9--99)
4
The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these or any
labels become damaged or illegible, install a new
label in its place.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
SIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
BATTERY CHARGING LABEL -- LOCATED IN
BATTERY COMPARTMENT AND ON SEAT
MOUNTING WELDMENT.
HOPPER SUPPORT LABEL -- LOCATED ON
LEFT SIDE HOPPER LIFT ARM AND BOTH
SIDES OF THE HOPPER COMPARTMENT
HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL --
LOCATEDONBOTHLIFTARMS.
352944

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (6--99)
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
the machine. View the operation video
supplied with the 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
6200E 330410 (6--99)
6
MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
E
G
F
D
A
A. Operator seat
B. Steering wheel
C. Instrument panel
D. Side brush(es)
E. Control pedals
F. Hopper
G. Hopper filter

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (6--99)
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols identify controls, displays, and
features on the machine:
On Operating lights
Off Hazard light
Main brush down Start
Main brush up Vacuum Fan
Circuit breaker #1 Filter shaker
Circuit breaker #2 Horn
Circuit breaker #3 Side brush down and on
Circuit breaker #4 Side brush up and off
Circuit breaker #5 Hopper lift
Circuit breaker #6 Hopper lower
Circuit breaker #7 Open hopper
Circuit breaker #8 Close hopper
Circuit breaker #9

OPERATION
6200E 330410 (4--08)
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
F
I
ABCDE
G
H
P
J
N
OMLK
A. Side brush(es) lever
B. Power kill switch (option)
C. Horn
D. Battery discharge indicator
E. Hourmeter
F. Steering wheel
G. Main brush lever
H. Directional pedal
I. Brake pedal
J. Parking brake pedal (For machines below serial number 003468)
K. Vacuum fan/filter shaker switch
L. Hopper door switch
M. Hopper switch
N. Operating/Hazard light switch (option)
O. On/Off key switch
P. Large debris trap pedal

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (6--99)
OPERATION OF CONTROLS
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL
The directional pedal controls the direction of
travel and the propelling speed of the machine.
Change the speed of the machine with the
pressure of your foot on the pedal; the harder you
press the faster the machine travels.
Use the brake pedal to stop the machine.
Forward: Press the top of the directional pedal
with the toe of your foot.
NOTE: The machine will not travel unless the
operator is sitting in the operator’s seat.
Reverse: Press the bottom of the directional pedal
with the heel of your foot.
Neutral: Take your foot off the directional pedal
and it will return to the Neutral position.
NOTE: The machine may coast when the foot is
taken off the directional pedal. Be prepared to
step on the brake pedal when removing foot from
directional pedal.

OPERATION
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10
BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal stops the machine.
Stop: Remove your foot from the directional pedal
and let it return to the Neutral position. Step on
the brake pedal to prevent the machine from
rolling.
NOTE: Machine may roll a slight distance when
turned off. Keep foot on brake until machine stops
moving.
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (For machines
below serial number 003468)
The parking brake pedal sets and releases the
front wheel brake.
Set: Press the brake pedal down as far as
possible, then press on the parking brake with the
toe portion of your foot to lock the parking brake
pedal in place.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine, and remove key.
Release: Press down on the brake pedal until the
parking brake releases.
PARKING BRAKE (For machines serial
number 003468 and above)
The parking brake on this machine is automatic
and will engage approximately one second after
the machine stops.
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL
The large debris trap pedal opens the large debris
flap in front of the main sweeping brush.
Open: Press on the trap pedal when sweeping up
larger debris. The flap in front of the main
sweeping brush will open to take in large debris.
Close: Release the pedal and the flap will close,
trapping larger debris into the hopper.

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (12--99)
MAIN BRUSH LEVER
The main brush lever controls the position and the
power of the main brush.
Main brush down and on: Pull the lever to the
right and back into the Main brush down and on
position. The brush will automatically start
rotating.
Main brush up and off: Push the lever up and to
the left into the Main brush up and off position.
The brush will automatically stop rotating.
VACUUM FAN AND FILTER SHAKER SWITCH
The vacuum fan and filter shaker switch controls
the vacuum fan and the VCS Vibrating Comb
Shaker system filter shaker.
Vacuum fan on: Press the top of the switch to the
Vacuum fan on position.
Vacuum fan off: Press the switch to the middle
off position.
Start VCS system filter shaker: Press and hold
the bottom of the switch for eight to ten seconds.
NOTE: Excessive heat in the hopper will cause
the Thermo Sentry to shut off the vacuum fan. If
this happens, stop the machine and eliminate the
source of heat. Press the vacuum fan and filter
shaker switch to the middle off position, then back
to the on position.
POWER KILL SWITCH (OPTION)
The power kill switch halts all power to the
machine.
Halt: Push the power kill switch in.
Restart: Turn off the machine power. Turn the
power kill switch to the right to release the switch.
Turn on the machine power.

OPERATION
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12
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR
The battery discharge indicator shows the charge
level of the batteries. It displays the charge level
when the machine is operating.
When the batteries are fully charged, the indicator
on the far right is lit. As the batteries discharge,
the indicator will move along the display to the
left. Recharge the batteries when the indicator
flashes.
NOTE: The reading on the battery discharge
indicator is not accurate when the machine is first
powered on. Operate the machine a few minutes
before reading the charge level of the batteries.
NOTE: The battery discharge indicator will not
reset from the flashing indicator unless the
batteries have been fully charged.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel controls the machine’s
direction. The machine is very responsive to the
steering wheel movements.
Left: Turn the steering wheel to the left.
Right: Turn the steering wheel to the right.
HOURMETER
The hourmeter records the number of hours the
machine has been operated. The hourmeter
displays the number of hours in tenths of an hour.
Use this information to determine machine
maintenance intervals.

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (6--99)
ON--OFF KEY SWITCH
The on--off key switch controls machine power
with a key.
FOR SAFETY: When starting machine,
keep foot on brake and directional pedal
in neutral.
On: Turn the key all the way clockwise.
Off: Turn the key counterclockwise.
NOTE: The machine will not travel unless the
operator is sitting in the operator’s seat.
HORN BUTTON
The horn button operates the horn.
Sound: Press the button.
SIDE BRUSH LEVER
The side brush lever controls the position and the
power of both the right hand side brush and the
optional left hand side brush.
Side brush down and on: Pull the lever left and
forward into the Side brush down and on
position. The brush will automatically start
rotating.
Side brush up and off: Pull the lever back and to
the right into the Side brush up and off position.

OPERATION
6200E 330410 (6--99)
14
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH (OPTION)
The operating lights switch powers on and off the
headlights and taillights option.
On: Press the top of the operating lights switch.
Off: Press the switch to the middle position.
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION)
The operating/hazard lights switch powers on and
off the headlights and taillights option and the
hazard light option.
Operating lights on: Press the top of the
operating/hazard lights switch.
Operating/Hazard lights on: Press the bottom of
the operating/hazard lights switch.
Off: Press the operating/hazard lights switch to
the middle off position.

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (12--99)
HOPPER SWITCH
The hopper switch raises and lowers the hopper.
Raise hopper: Press and hold the top of the
switch until the hopper is in the desired raised
position.
Hold: Release the hopper switch into the middle
position.
Lower hopper: Press and hold the bottom of the
switch until the hopper is in the desired lowered
position.
WARNING: Brush throws debris. Stop
motor before lifting hopper.
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH
The hopper door switch opens and closes the
hopper door.
Open hopper door: Press and hold the top of the
switch until the door is in the desired open
position.
Hold: Release the hopper door switch into the
middle position.
Close hopper door: Press and hold the bottom of
the switch until the door is in the desired closed
position.

OPERATION
6200E 330410 (4--08)
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FUSES
Fuses are one-time protection devices designed
to stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit
overload. Never substitute higher value fuses than
specified.
The fuse is located behind the circuit breaker
panel.
Fuse Rating Circuit Protected
FU-1 80 A Main
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are resettable electrical
circuit protection devices. Their design stops the
flow of current in the event of a circuit overload.
Once a circuit breaker is tripped, it must be reset
manually. Press the reset button after the breaker
has cooled down. The circuit breakers will not
reset until they have had a chance to cool down.
If the overload that caused the circuit breaker to
trip is still there, the circuit breaker will continue to
stop current flow until the problem is corrected.
Circuit breakers 1 through 9 are located above the
foot pedals in the circuit breaker panel.
The chart lists the circuit breakers and the
electrical components they protect.
Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected
CB-1 15 A Main Power
CB-2 15 A Horn
CB-3 15 A Side Brushes
CB-4 15 A Hopper Door
CB-5 15 A Oper. Lights
Warning Lights
CB-6 25 A Hopper Lift Pump
CB-7 25 A Main Brush
CB-8 20 A Sweep Fan Motor
CB-9 (S/N
000000--003467)
20 A Vac Wand (Option)
CB-9 (S/N
003468-- )
25 A Vac Wand (Option)
13
248 56 7 9

OPERATION
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6200E 330410 (6--99)
OPERATOR SEAT
The operator seat is a fixed back style.
NOTE: The operator seat has a safety switch that
stops the machine from propelling unless the
operator is sitting in the operator’s seat.
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT (OPTION)
The adjustable operator seat is a fixed back style
with a foward--backward adjustment.
Adjust: Pull the lever in, slide the seat backward
or foward to the desired position, and release the
lever.
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT (OPTION)
The deluxe suspension seat has four
adjustments. The adjustments are for the lumbar
support, backrest angle, operator weight
adjustment and front to back adjustment.
The lumbar adjustment knob controls the firmness
of the lumbar support.
Increase firmness:Turn knob clockwise.
Decrease firmness:Turn knob counterclockwise.
The backrest angle knob adjusts the angle of the
backrest.
Increase angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob
counterclockwise.
Decrease angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob
clockwise.

OPERATION
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The weight adjustment knob controls the firmness
of the operator’s seat.
Increase firmness: Turn the weight adjustment
knob clockwise.
Decrease firmness: Turn the weight adjustment
knob counterclockwise.
Use the gauge next to the weight adjustment knob
to help determine proper seat firmness for the
operator.
The front--to--back adjustment lever adjusts the
seat position.
Adjust: Pull the lever out and slide the seat
forward or backward to the desired position.
Release the lever.
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR
The hopper support bar is located on the hydraulic
cylinder. It is manually moved into place when the
cylinder is fully extended to prevent the hopper
from lowering. Lift it off the cylinder before
lowering the hopper.