Tennant 1550 User manual

1550
*MM283*
Rider Scrubber
Manual
MM283
Rev. 23 (12-2013)
North America / International
(Gas/LPG/Diesel)
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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 including
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.
SRS is a US registered trademark of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original instructions, Copyright E1991--2002, 2005--2008, 2010, 2011, 2013 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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1550 Gas/LPG/Diesel MM283 (3--11)
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.
CAUTION: To warn of unsafe practices
that could result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
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.
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: Machine Can Emit Excessive
Noise. Consult With Your Regulatory
Agency For Exposure Limits. Hearing
Loss Can Result. Wear Hearing
Protection.
WARNING: Flammable Materials Can
Cause An Explosion Or Fire. Do Not
Pick Up Flammable Materials. Do Not
Use Flammable Materials In Tank To
Clean Floor.
WARNING: Flammable materials or
reactive metals can cause explosion or
fire. Do not pick up.
WARNING: Moving Belt. Keep Away.
WARNING: Moving Fan Blades. Keep
Away.
WARNING: Raised Scrub Head May Fall.
Block Scrub Head Up.
WARNING: Crush Hazard Between Front
And Rear Halves Of Machine. Engage
Pivot Lock.
WARNING: Heavy LP Tank May Fall.
Remove LP Tank Before Opening Cover.
WARNING: Strong Vacuum. Keep Away
From Fan Inlet When Fan Is Running.
CAUTION: LPG engine will run for a few
seconds after key is turned off. Apply
parking brake before leaving machine.
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:
-- Use Brakes To Stop 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.
-- Report Machine Damage of Faulty
Operation Immediately.
-- Follow mixing, handling and disposal
instructions on chemical containers.
-- Follow safety guidelines concerning
wet floors.

GENERAL INFORMATION
1550 Gas/LPG/Diesel MM283 (3--11)
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5. Before Leaving Or Servicing Machine:
-- Stop On Level Surface.
-- Set Parking Brake.
-- Turn Off Machine And Remove Key.
6. When Servicing Machine:
-- AvoidMovingParts.DoNotWear
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 A 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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1550 Gas/LPG/Diesel MM283 (3--11)
The following safety decals are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these, or any
decal becomes damaged or illegible, install a new
decal in its place.
TRAVEL SPEED CAUTION DECAL --
LOCATED ON THE SIDE OPERATOR
PANEL
SCRUB HEAD LOCK WARNING DECAL
-- LOCATED ON THE SCRUB HEAD
FAN SUCTION DANGER DECAL --
LOCATED ON THE SOLUTION TANK
00291
LPG ENGINE WILL RUN LABEL -- LOCATED
NEXT TO THE IGNITION SWITCH ON THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL.