Tennant 810 LPG User manual

810
*330180*
www.tennantco.com
Sweeper
Operator Manual
330180
Rev. 16 (07-2010)
North America / International
(Diesel)
(SN/ 003000-- )
TennantTruetParts and Supplies

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 batter-
ies, hazardous fluids including antifreeze
and oil, in an environmentally safe way
according to local waste disposal regula-
tions.
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.
II Speed and Thermo Sentry are United States registered trademarks of the Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions, Copyright E1998--2000, 2002--2005, 2006--2010 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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810 Diesel 330180 (7--10)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 7.............
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS 8..........
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 10......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 12..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 12..............
BRAKE PEDAL 13....................
PARKING BRAKE 13..................
SIDE BRUSH SWITCH 14..............
SIDE BRUSH DOWN
PRESSURE KNOB 14..............
HOPPER DOOR LEVER 15............
HOPPER ROLLOUT LEVER 16.........
HOPPER LIFT LEVER 17..............
HORN BUTTON 17....................
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT 18........
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT 18.....
ENGINE WATER
TEMPERATURE LIGHT 18..........
HOPPER TEMPERATURE LIGHT --
THERMO SENTRY 18..............
MAIN BRUSH SHUT DOWN LIGHT 19..
CLOGGED FILTER LIGHT 19..........
HOPPER DOOR LIGHT (OPTION) 19...
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE 19...............
HOURMETER 20.....................
HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH (OPTION) 20..
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH 20......
FILTER SHAKER SWITCH 21..........
VACUUM FAN SWITCH 21.............
ENGINE SPEED SWITCH (For machines
below serial number 004004) 22......
THROTTLE LEVER (For machines
serial number 004004 and above) 23..
IGNITION SWITCH 24.................
MAIN BRUSH AND POWER
THROW SWITCH 25...............
STEERING WHEEL 26................
STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER 26.....
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 27...............
GLOW PLUGS LIGHT 27..............
MAIN BRUSH DOWN
PRESSURE KNOB 28..............
LATCHES 28.........................
OPERATOR SEAT 29..................
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 29...........
WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
(OPTION) 30......................
DOME LIGHT SWITCH (OPTION) 30....
HEATER KNOB (OPTION) 30..........
FAN SPEED SWITCH (OPTION) 31.....
AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH
(OPTION) 31......................
AIR CONTROL VENTS (OPTION) 31....
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HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 32..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 32.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 33.............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION 36
SWEEPING 38...........................
STOP SWEEPING 40....................
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 41.............
STOP THE MACHINE 43.................
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 45........
ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 46..
DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 48
OPERATION ON INCLINES 49............
OPTIONS 50............................
VACUUM WAND 50......................
REGENERATIVE FILTER SYSTEM (RFS) 54
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 55.......
MAINTENANCE 56.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 56...............
LUBRICATION 58........................
ENGINE (For machines below serial
number 004004) 58.................
ENGINE (For machines serial number
004004 and above) 58..............
REAR WHEEL SUPPORT 59...........
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS 59.........
SIDE BRUSH PIVOT PINS 59..........
MAIN BRUSH ADJUSTMENT 59........
HYDRAULICS 60........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR 60....
HYDRAULIC FLUID 61................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 62...............
PROPELLING MOTOR 62..............
ENGINE 62.............................
COOLING SYSTEM 62................
AIR FILTER INDICATOR 63............
AIR FILTER 63........................
WATER SEPARATOR/FUEL FILTER 64..
BATTERY 64.............................
BELTS AND CHAINS 64..................
ENGINE BELT 64.....................
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 65..............
AIR CONDITIONING BELT (OPTION) 65.
AIR CONDITIONING FILTER (OPTION) 65.
DEBRIS HOPPER 66.....................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 66.............
TO REMOVE OR REPLACE
HOPPER DUST FILTER 66.......
THERMO SENTRY 68.................

CONTENTS
810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
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Page
BRUSHES 68..........................
MAIN BRUSH 68......................
TO REPLACE MAIN BRUSH 68......
TO CHECK AND ADJUST MAIN
BRUSH PATTERN 69............
POWER THROW 72................
TO REPLACE POWER THROW
BRUSH 72......................
SIDE BRUSH 73......................
TO REPLACE SIDE BRUSH 73......
SKIRTS AND SEALS 74..................
HOPPER LIP SKIRTS 74...............
BRUSH COMPARTMENT SKIRTS 74....
REAR SKIRTS 75.....................
BRUSH DOOR SEALS 75..............
HOPPER SEALS 75...................
HOPPER DOOR SEALS 75............
HOPPER SIDE SKIRT 76..............
HOPPER DUST SEAL 76..............
HOPPER COVER SEAL 76.............
HOPPER VACUUM FAN SEAL 76.......
BRAKES AND TIRES 77..................
SERVICE BRAKES 77.................
PARKING BRAKE 77..................
TIRES 78..........................
FRONT WHEEL 78.....................
REAR WHEEL 78......................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 79.....
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 79..
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 80........
MACHINE JACKING 82....................
STORING MACHINE 82...................
SPECIFICATIONS 83........................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 83.........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 83...
POWER TYPE 84.........................
STEERING 85............................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 85..................
BRAKING SYSTEM 85...................
TIRES 84...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 86................
INDEX 87...................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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810 Diesel 330180 (4--08)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions 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.
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: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support bar.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay
clear of hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Moving belt and fan. Keep
away.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- unless trained and authorized.
-- unless operator manual is read and
understood.
-- if it is not in proper operating
condition.
-- 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, oil, and liquid 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 pick up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
-- use brakes to stop machine.
-- go slow on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- use care when reversing machine.
-- move machine with care when hopper
is raised.
-- make sure adequate clearance is
available before raising hopper.
-- do not carry passengers 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.
-- 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.
-- 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 approved
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
810 Diesel 330180 (3--07)
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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.
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR LABEL -- LOCATED
ON THE HOPPER LIFT ARMS CROSS-TUBE
AND ON BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS.
NOISE LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE FRONT
PANEL OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
EMISSIONS LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
FRONTPANELOFTHEOPERATOR
COMPARTMENT.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED
ON THE FRONT PANEL OF THE
OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
ENGINE FAN AND BELT
LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
RADIATOR SHROUD.
HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL -- LOCATED ON
BOTH HOPPER LIFT ARMS.

OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
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
required maintenance intervals occur 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 machine is complete
per shipping instructions.
-Check the engine oil level.
-Check the radiator coolant level. The coolant
level should be 25 to 50 mm (1 to 2 in)
below the fill opening.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine,
avoid contact with hot engine coolant.
-Fill the fuel tank.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine,
keep flames and sparks away from fuel
system service area. Keep area well
ventilated.
-After the first 50 hours of operation, follow
the recommended procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.
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OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
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-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.

OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (3--07)
MACHINE COMPONENTS
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
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A. Operator Seat
B. Steering Wheel
C. Engine Cover
D. Engine Side Door
E. Main Brush Access Door
F. Hopper Cover
G. Side Brush
H. Instrument Panel
I. Hopper Door
J. Air Filter Assembly

OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
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CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS
These symbols identify controls and displays on
the machine:
Side Brush Down Pressure Light Hopper Temperature -- Thermo Sentry
Side Brush Down Pressure Heavy Main Brush Shut Down
Side Brush Down and On Filter Clogged
Side Brush Up and Off Hopper Door Closed
Hopper Door Close Fuel
Hopper Door Open Hourmeter
Hopper Roll In Hazard Light
Hopper Roll Out Operating Lights
Hopper Down Fan
Hopper Up Steering Wheel Tilt
Horn Brushes Down and On
Charging System Brushes Off
Engine Oil Pressure Main Brush Down and On
Engine Water Temperature Hydraulic Filter Clogged

OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (5--09)
Main Brush Down Pressure Light Circuit Breaker 5
Main Brush Down Pressure Heavy Circuit Breaker 6
Circuit Breaker 1 Circuit Breaker 7
Circuit Breaker 2 Circuit Breaker 8
Circuit Breaker 3 Circuit Breaker 9
Circuit Breaker 4 Glow Plugs (Preheat)
Engine Speed (For machines below serial number 004004)
Idle (For machines serial number 004004 and above)
Fast (For machines serial number 004004 and above)
Diesel fuel only

OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
A
B
C
E
FGH
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
QRS
TU
VW
X
Y
Z
AA
BB
CC
D
DD
EE
Earlier Versions
CC
Y
FF
GG
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OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (5--04)
A. Directional Pedal
B. Brake Pedal
C. Parking Brake Lever
D. Side Brush Switch
E. Side Brush Down Pressure Knob
F. Hopper Door Lever
G. Hopper Rollout Lever
H. Hopper Lift Lever
I. Horn Button
J. Charging System Light
K. Engine Oil Pressure Light
L. Engine Water Temperature Light
M. Hopper Temperature Light -- Thermo Sentry
N. Main Brush Shut Down Light
O. Clogged Filter Light
P. Hopper Door Light (Option)
Q. Fuel Level Gauge
R. Hourmeter
S. Hazard Light Switch (Option)
T. Operating Light Switch
U. Filter Shaker Switch
V. Vacuum Fan Switch
W. Engine Speed Switch (For machines below serial number 004004)
X. Ignition Switch
Y. Main Brush and Power Throw Switch
Z. Steering Wheel
AA.Steering Column Tilt Lever
BB.Circuit Breakers
CC.Glow Plugs Light
DD.Side Brush Switch, Left (Option)
EE. Heater Cable (Option)
FF. Clogged Hydraulic Filter Light
GG.Throttle Lever (For machines serial number 004004 and above)

OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (9--97)
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OPERATION OF CONTROLS
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL
The directional pedal controls direction of travel
and the propelling speed of the machine. You
change the speed of the machine with the
pressure of your foot; the harder you press the
faster the machine travels.
Forward: Press the top of the directional pedal
with the toe of your foot.
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.
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OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (9--97)
The toe angle of the directional pedal is
adjustable. Remove the clevis pin, move the top
of the pedal to the angle needed, and put the
clevis pin through the adjustment holes.
BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal stops the machine.
Stop: Take your foot off the directional pedal and
let it return to the neutral position. Step on the
brake pedal.
PARKING BRAKE
The parking brake lever sets and releases the
front wheel brakes.
Set: Pull the parking brake lever up.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine; stop on level
surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine and remove key.
Release: Push the parking brake lever down.
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OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (8--99)
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SIDE BRUSH SWITCH
The right side brush switch controls the right side
brush position and rotation. The optional left side
brush switch controls the optional left side brush
position and rotation.
Down and On: Press the top of the switch into
the On/Down position.
Up and Off: Press the bottom of the switch into
the Off/Up position.
SIDE BRUSH DOWN PRESSURE KNOB
The side brush down pressure knob changes the
side brush contact with the sweeping surface.
Increase Pressure: Turn the side brush down
pressure knob counter-clockwise.
Decrease Pressure: Turn the side brush down
pressure knob clockwise.

OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (9--97)
HOPPER DOOR LEVER
The hopper door lever opens and closes the
hopper door. Close the hopper door when
emptying the hopper to control debris and dust.
Open: Pull and hold the hopper door lever in the
Open position.
Hold: Release the hopper door lever into the
middle position.
Close: Push and hold the hopper door lever in the
Close position.
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OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (9--97)
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HOPPER ROLLOUT LEVER
The hopper rollout lever moves the hopper in and
out.
Out: Pull and hold the hopper rollout lever in the
Out position.
Hold: Release the hopper rollout lever into the
middle position.
In: Push and hold the hopper rollout lever in the
In position.
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OPERATION
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810 Diesel 330180 (9--97)
HOPPER LIFT LEVER
The hopper lift lever raises and lowers the hopper.
Raise: Pull and hold the hopper lift lever in the
Up position.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall.
Engage hopper support bar.
Hold: Release the hopper lift lever up and into the
middle position.
Lower: Push and hold the hopper lift lever in the
Down position.
HORN BUTTON
The horn button operates the horn.
Sound: Press the button.
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OPERATION
810 Diesel 330180 (3--05)
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CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT
The charging system light comes on when the
existing voltage potential of the battery is not
within normal range (10 to 14 Volts). Stop
operating the machine. Locate the problem and
have it corrected.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT
The engine oil pressure light comes on when the
engine oil pressure falls below 40 kPa (5 psi).
Stop operating the machine. Locate the problem
and have it corrected.
ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE LIGHT
The engine water temperature light comes on
when the temperature of the engine coolant is
more than 107_C (225_F). Stop operating the
machine. Locate the problem and have it
corrected.
HOPPER TEMPERATURE LIGHT --
THERMO SENTRY
The hopper temperature light comes on when
there is too much heat in the hopper, possibly
from a fire. The Thermo Sentry will stop the
vacuum fan.
The Thermo Sentry has to be reset manually, see
THERMO SENTRY in MAINTENANCE.
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