Tennant 6200 User manual

6200
*330399*
330399
Rev. 12 (4-2012)
(Diesel)
Sweeper
English EN
Operator Manual
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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 N.V.
Industrielaan 6 5405 AB
P.O. Box 6 5400 AA Uden--The Netherlands
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www.tennantco.com
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions, Copyright E1999--2003, 2005--2008, 2010, 2012 TENNANT Company, Printed in The Netherlands
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR MACHINERY
(according to Annex II A of the Machinery Directive)
TENNANT N.V.
Industrielaan 6 5405 AB
P.O. Box 6 5400 AA
Uden -- The Netherlands
Uden, 21--05--2010
EN
Herewith declares, on our own responsibility, that the machinery
6200
-- is in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), as amended and with national
implementing legislation
-- is in conformity with the provisions of the Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
-- is in conformity with the provisions concerning noise emission for outdoor use (Directive 2000/14/CE) and
with national implementing legislation
and that
-- the following harmonized standards or parts of these standards have been applied: EN ISO 14121--1, EN
1037, EN 60335--1, EN 60204--1, EN ISO 13849--1, EN ISO 13849--2, EN 60529, EN ISO 4413, EN 349, EN
55012, EN 61000--6--2, EN ISO 11201, EN ISO 4871, EN ISO 3744*, EN ISO 13059*, EN ISO 3450, EN
60335--2--72.
-- the following national standards or parts of these standards have been used:

CONTENTS
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6200 Diesel 330399 (2--2010)
CONTENTS
Page
CONTENTS 1.............................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.................
OPERATION 4............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 4.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 5.............
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS 6................
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 7......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 8..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 8..............
BRAKE PEDAL 9....................
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL 9...........
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL 9.......
IGNITION SWITCH 10.................
HORN BUTTON 10....................
GLOW PLUG LIGHT 10................
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT 11........
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 11......................
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 11......................
SIDE BRUSH LEVER 12...............
HOPPER SWITCH 12.................
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH 12...........
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT 13.....
ENGINE TEMPERATURE LIGHT 13.....
VACUUM FAN/FILTER SHAKER
SWITCH 13........................
HOURMETER 14.....................
STEERING WHEEL 14................
MAIN BRUSH LEVER 14...............
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE 14...............
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 15...............
OPERATOR SEAT 16..................
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT
(OPTION) 16......................
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT
(OPTION) 16......................
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 17...........
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 18..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 18.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 19.............
OPERATION ON INCLINES 20............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION 21
SWEEPING 22..........................
STOP SWEEPING 24....................
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 25.............
STOPPING THE MACHINE 27............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 28........
ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 29..
DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 31
OPTIONS 33............................
QUICK MOP 33.......................
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 35.......
MAINTENANCE 36.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 36...............
LUBRICATION 38........................
ENGINE 38...........................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 38...........
STEERING CASTOR PIVOT BEARING 39
Page
HYDRAULICS 40........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIRS 40...
HYDRAULIC FLUID 42................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 43...............
ENGINE 43.............................
COOLING SYSTEM 43................
AIR FILTER 44........................
FUEL FILTER 45......................
FUEL LINES 45.......................
BATTERY 46.........................
BELTS AND CHAINS 47..................
VACUUM FAN BELT 47................
MAIN BRUSH BELT 47................
HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT 48...........
JACKSHAFT BELT 48.................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 49...........
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 49..............
DEBRIS HOPPER 50.....................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 50.............
REMOVING HOPPER DUST
FILTER 51......................
THERMO SENTRY 54.................
BRUSHES 55............................
MAIN BRUSH 55......................
REPLACING MAIN BRUSH 55.......
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING MAIN
BRUSH PATTERN 56............
SIDE BRUSH 58......................
REPLACING SIDE BRUSH 59.......
SIDE BRUSH GUARD 59..............
SKIRTS AND SEALS 60..................
SIDE SKIRTS 60......................
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP SKIRT 60.......
SIDE RECIRCULATION SKIRTS 60.....
REAR SKIRTS 61.....................
HOPPER SEALS 62...................
HOPPER DOOR SEAL 62..............
HOPPER LIP SEAL 62.................
VACUUM SEAL 63....................
HOPPER FILTER SEALS 63............
BRAKES AND TIRES 64..................
BRAKES 64..........................
TIRES 65............................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 66....
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 66
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 66....
MACHINE JACKING 68
...................
STORING MACHINE 68..................
SPECIFICATIONS 69.......................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 69.........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 69..
POWER TYPE 70........................
STEERING 70...........................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS 70................
BRAKING SYSTEM 70...................
TIRES 70...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 71...............

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6200 Diesel 330339 (4--2012)
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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: Engine emits toxic gases.
Severe respiratory damage or
asphyxiation can result. Provide
adequate ventilation. Consult with your
regulatory authorities for exposure
limits. Keep engine properly tuned.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay
clear of hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support bar.
WARNING: Keep away from moving belt
and fan.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- Unless mentally and physically
capable of following machine
instructions.
-- 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.
-- 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 up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigerettes, matches or
hot ashes.
-- Use brakes to stop machine.
-- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Move machine with care if hopper is
raised.
-- Make sure adequate clearance is
available before raising hopper.
-- 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.
-- Avoid contact with hot engine coolant.
-- 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 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
3
6200 Diesel 330339 (9--1999)
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.
HOPPER SUPPORT LABEL -- LOCATED ON
LEFT HOPPER LIFT ARM AND BOTH SIDES
OF THE HOPPER COMPARTMENT.
HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL --
LOCATEDONBOTHLIFTARMS.
EMISSIONS LABEL -- LOCATED
BEHIND THE OPERATOR’S SEAT.
352944
MOVING BELT AND FAN LABEL -- LOCATED
ON TOP OF THE RADIATOR SHROUD.

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2002)
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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.
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.
0
7
3
2
4

OPERATION
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6200 Diesel 330399 (6--2007)
MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
D
E
G
F
A
H
A. Operator seat
B. Steering wheel
C. Instrument panel
D. Side brush(es)
E. Control pedals
F. Hopper
G. Hopper filter
H. Fuel tank

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (2--2010)
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SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols identify controls, displays, and
features on the machine:
On Voltmeter
Off Glow plug
Start Operating lights
Engine oil pressure Engine water temperature
Circuit breaker #1 Hazard light
Circuit breaker #2 Hopper lift
Circuit breaker #3 Hopper lower
Circuit breaker #4 Open hopper
Circuit breaker #5 Close hopper
Circuit breaker #6 Main brush down
Circuit breaker #7 Main brush up
Circuit breaker #8 Side brush down and on
Circuit breaker #9 Side brush up and off
Vacuum Fan Filter shaker
Horn Diesel fuel only

OPERATION
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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2001)
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
F
A C DE
M
H
P
BG
N
OQR
K
I
J
L
S
A. Side brush lever
B. Ignition switch
C. Horn
D. Glow plug light
E. Charging system light
F. Engine oil pressure light
G. Engine temperature light
H. Hourmeter
I. Fuel level gauge
J. Steering wheel
K. Main brush lever
L. Directional pedal
M. Brake pedal
N. Parking brake pedal
O. Vacuum fan/filter shaker switch
P. Hopper door switch
Q. Hopper switch
R. Operating/Hazard lights switch (option)
S. Large debris trap pedal

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
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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.

OPERATION
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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
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.
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
The parking brake pedal sets and releases the
front wheel brake.
Set: Hold the brake pedal with the right foot. Press
on the parking brake pedal with the left 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.
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
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
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IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch controls machine power and
main sweeping brush with a key.
FOR SAFETY: When starting machine,
keep foot on brake and directional pedal
in neutral.
Preheat: Turn the key all the way
counterclockwise and hold it there until the glow
plug light goes off.
Start: Turn the key all the way clockwise, and
release the key as soon as the engine starts. The
vacuum fan and main brush both operate while
the engine is running.
Stop: Turn the key counterclockwise.
HORN BUTTON
The horn button operates the horn.
Sound: Press the button.
GLOW PLUG LIGHT
The glow plug light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned counterclockwise to the Glow
plugs position. The light will go out when the
engine is ready to start.

OPERATION
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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT
The charging system light comes on when the
alternator is not operating within normal range;
13.5 to 14.5 V. If the light comes on, stop
operating the machine. Locate the problem and
have it corrected.
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 in the
middle position.

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
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SIDE BRUSH LEVER
The side brush lever controls the position and the
power of the 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.
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.
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
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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2005)
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT
The engine oil pressure light comes on when the
engine oil pressure falls below 40 kPa. If the light
comes on, stop operating the machine. Locate the
problem and have it corrected.
ENGINE TEMPERATURE LIGHT
The engine temperature light comes on when the
temperature of the engine coolant is more than
107C. If the light comes on, stop operating the
machine. Locate the problem and have it
corrected.
VACUUM FAN/
FILTER SHAKER SWITCH
The vacuum fan/filter shaker switch controls both
the vacuum fan damper and the VCS Vibrating
Comb Shaker. The vacuum fan damper should be
open when sweeping dry debris, and closed when
sweeping wet debris.
Vacuum fan damper open: Press the top of the
switch to the vacuum fan damper open position
for dry sweeping.
Vacuum fan damper closed: Press the switch to
the middle vacuum fan damper closed position
for wet sweeping.
Start 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 close the vacuum fan
damper. If this happens, stop the machine,
eliminate the source of heat, and reset the switch
to the vacuum fan damper open position.

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2001)
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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.
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.
MAIN BRUSH LEVER
The main brush lever controls the position of the
main brush.
Main brush down: Pull the lever to the right and
back into the Main brush down position.
Main brush up: Push the lever up and to the left
into the Main brush up position.
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE
The fuel level gauge for diesel powered machines
serial number 6200430 xxx and above, is located
on the instrument panel. It indicates how much
fuel is left in the fuel tank.

OPERATION
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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2001)
Diesel powered machines below serial number
6200430 xxx do not have a fuel level gauge.
Check the fuel level by looking into the fuel tank.
NOTE: Do not let the fuel tank empty completely.
Air can enter the fuel system, and it may need
bleeding before the next engine start.
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 Horn, Reverse,
Back up alarm opt.
CB-2 15 A Filter shaker
CB-3 15 A Side brush(es)
CB-4 40 A Hopper lift motor
CB-5 15 A Main
CB-6 15 A Hopper door
CB-7 15 A Headlight, Taillight-
Warning light
CB-8 15 A Glow plugs
CB-9 15 A Fuel solenoid
13
4
57
268
9

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--1999)
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OPERATOR SEAT
The operator seat is a fixed back style.
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT (OPTION)
The adjustable operator seat is a fixed back style
with a forward--backward adjustment.
Adjust: Pull the lever in, slide the seat backward or
forward 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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6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2005)
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.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support bar

OPERATION
6200 Diesel 330399 (9--2005)
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HOW THE MACHINE WORKS
The steering wheel controls the direction of
machine travel. The directional pedal controls the
speed and forward/reverse direction. The brake
pedal slows and stops the machine.
The side brush sweeps debris into the path of the
main sweeping brush. The main brush sweeps
debris from the floor into the hopper. The large
debris trap pedal opens and closes the large
debris trap, kicking large debris into the hopper.
The vacuum system pulls dust and air into the
hopper through the Instant Access filter.
When sweeping is finished, clean the Instant
Access filter and empty the hopper.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
-Check the engine oil level.
-Check the hydraulic fluid level
-Check the air filter indicator.
-Check the skirts and seals for damage and
wear.
-Check the condition of the sweeping
brushes. Remove any string, banding, plastic
wrap, or other debris wrapped
around them.
-Check the sweeping brush patterns for
adjustment.
-Check the condition of the hopper dust filter
and seals. Clean as required.
-Check the brakes and steering for proper
operation.
-Check the fuel level
-Empty the debris hopper.
-Check the service records to determine
maintenance requirements.