Tennant 550 User manual

550
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MP148EN
Rev. 32 (03-2011)
Rider Scrubber
English EN
Operator Manual
(Gas/LPG/Diesel)
*MP148EN*
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
batteries, hazardous fluids imcluding
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
[e-mail]
www.tennantco.com
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Oriiginal instuctions, Copyright E1997--1999, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2011 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
550
-- 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
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:

GENERAL INFORMATION
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550 MP148EN (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 Use
Flammable Materials In Tank(s).
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.
5. Before Leaving Or Servicing Machine:
-- Stop On Level Surface.
-- Set Parking Brake.
-- Turn Off Machine And Remove Key.

GENERAL INFORMATION
550 MP148EN (8--02)
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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.
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.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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550 MP148EN (12--01)
00291
03788
PINCH SPACE DANGER DECAL --
LOCATED ON THE SOLUTION TANK
ENGINE FAN WARNING DECAL -- LOCATED
ON THE LEFT SIDE TOP ACCESS DOOR LIP
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS WARNING DECAL --
LOCATED IN THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS WARNING DECAL --
LOCATED ON THE SOLUTION TANKS
03784
ENGINE FAN WARNING DECAL --
LOCATED ON THE FAN SHROUD