Tennant 5680 User manual

Walk-Behind Scrubber
Operator Manual
5680
*331176*
www.tennantco.com
331176
Rev. 02 (09-2008)
North America / International
(Electric)
(SN# 10000000-- )
The Safe Scrubbing Alternativer

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
FaST--PAK is a US registered and unregistered trademark of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Copyright E2006, 2008 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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5680 331176 (09--08)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6............
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS 7.........
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
STEERING HANDLES 9.............
ON-OFF KEY SWITCH 10............
SCRUB SWITCH 11.................
SCRUB HEAD
STRAP (DISC HEAD) 11............
SQUEEGEE LEVER 11...............
HOURMETER 12....................
BATTERY DISCHARGE
INDICATOR 12.....................
FaST SWITCH (OPTION) 12..........
ec--H2O SWITCH (OPTION) 13.......
SOLUTION FLOW LEVER 14.........
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 14.............
SOLUTION TANK HOSE 15...........
RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE 15...
SUPPORT ARM 15..................
STOP ARM 16......................
SQUEEGEE DOWN
PRESSURE CAMS 16..............
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 17.........
FaST SCRUBBING
SYSTEM (OPTION) 18..............
ec--H2O SYSTEM (OPTION) 19.......
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 20........
INSTALLING FaST
PAK AGENT (OPTION) 21..............
STARTING THE MACHINE 23............
FILLING THE TANKS 23.................
NORMAL SCRUBBING 25...............
DOUBLE SCRUBBING 29................
STOP SCRUBBING 30...................
DRAINING AND CLEANING
THE TANKS 31........................
OPERATION ON INCLINES 35...........
STOP THE MACHINE 35.................
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 36.......
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 37.......
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MAINTENANCE 39........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 39...............
LUBRICATION 41.......................
REAR CASTERS 41.................
TRANSAXLE 41.....................
BATTERIES 41.........................
CHARGING THE BATTERIES 43......
ELECTRIC MOTORS 44.................
SCRUB HEAD 45
.......................
DISK BRUSH SCRUB
HEAD SKIRT 45....................
CYLINDRICAL BRUSH
SCRUB HEAD SKIRTS 45...........
ADJUSTING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRTS 45..................
REPLACING THE SCRUB
HEAD SKIRTS 45..................
REMOVING OR REPLACING THE
SCRUB HEAD 46...................
LEVELING THE SCRUB HEAD 49.....
SCRUB BRUSHES AND PADS 50.........
DISK BRUSHES 50..................
REPLACING THE DISK
BRUSHES OR PADS 50.............
CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 53..........
REPLACING THE CYLINDRICAL
BRUSHES 53......................
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
CYLINDRICAL BRUSH PATTERN 54......
SOLUTION SYSTEM 57.................
RECOVERY TANK 57................
SOLUTION TANK 58.................
FaST SYSTEM (OPTION) 59.............
FaST SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 59....
FaST SYSTEM FILTER SCREEN 60...
FaST SUPPLY HOSE CONNECTOR 60
ec--H2O SYSTEM (OPTION) 61...........
ec--H2O MODULE FLUSH
PROCEDURE 61...................
SQUEEGEE 62.........................
REMOVING THE SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY 62.....................
INSTALLING THE SQUEEGEE
ASSEMBLY 63.....................
LEVELING THE SQUEEGEE 63.......
ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE
BLADE DEFLECTION 64............

CONTENTS
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Page
SQUEEGEE BLADES 65.................
REPLACING OR ROTATING
THE REAR SQUEEGEE BLADE 65...
REPLACING OR ROTATING THE
FRONT SQUEEGEE BLADE 66.....
BELTS AND CHAINS 68.................
BRUSH DRIVE BELT 68..............
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 68.............
TIRES 68...............................
PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 69......................
PUSHING THE MACHINE 69.........
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 69...
MACHINE JACKING 72..................
STORAGE INFORMATION 72............
FREEZE PROTECTION 72...........
SPECIFICATIONS 74......................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 74...........
FaST SYSTEM (OPTION) 75.............
ec--H2O SYSTEM (OPTION) 75...........
GENERAL MACHINE
PERFORMANCE 75....................
POWER TYPE 76.......................
TIRES 76...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 77..............

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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5680 331176 (9--06)
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.
This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt
and dust in an indoor environment. Tennant does
not recommend using this machine in any other
environment.
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: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
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 an explosion
or fire. Do not pickup.
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.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation (if so equipped).
3. When using machine:
-- Go slow on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when backing machine.
-- Follow mixing and handling
instructions on chemical containers.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
5. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- 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.
-- Wear protective gloves and eye
protection when handling vinegar.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
6. 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 push the machine
onto/off the truck or trailer unless the
load height is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.
-- Block machine tires.
-- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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4
The safety labels appear on the machine in the
locations indicated. If these or any label becomes
damaged or illegible, install a new label in its
place.
BATTERY CHARGING LABEL -- LOCATED ON
THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION TANK.
FLAMMABLE SPILLS LABEL -- LOCATED ON
THE OPERATOR CONSOLE.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
OPERATOR CONSOLE.
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS LABEL -- LOCATED
ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE SOLUTION
TANK COVER.
353417

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (9--06)
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
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 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
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MACHINE COMPONENTS
AD
E
F
G
H
I
K
C
M
L
A
B
C
J
NOP
Q
M
A. Solution tank
B. Solution tank fill opening
C. Recovery tank
D. Steering handles
E. Squeegee
F. Squeegee lever
G. Squeegee down pressure cams
H. Recovery tank drain hose
I. Solution tank hose
J. Support arm
K. Stop arm
L. Batteries
M. Scrub head
N. Scrub brush access cover
O. FaST solution system (option)
ec- H2O System Module (option)
P. Heavy duty scrub head strap (Disc Head)
Q. Scrub brush idler door

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (09--08)
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS
These symbols identify controls and displays on
the machine:
Key switch Circuit breaker #1--scrub head actuator
Variable flow or rate Circuit breaker #2--vacuum fan motor
Solution flow Circuit breaker #3--machine propel
Scrub brushes down and on Circuit breaker #4--left brush motor
Scrub brushes up and off Circuit breaker #5--right brush motor
Heavy scrub brush down pressure Circuit breaker #6--FaST
Circuit breaker #6--ec--H2O

OPERATION
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
CB1
CB2
CB3
CB4
CB5
B
D
E
G
I
J
K
B
L
M
C
A
H
CB6
K
N
F
A. Operation label
B. Steering handles
C. On-off key switch
D. Scrub switch
E. Console height adjustment knob
F. Hourmeter
G. FaST system on/off switch (option)
ec- H2O system on/off switch (option)
H. ec- H2O system indicator light (option)
I. Battery discharge indicator
J. Solution flow lever
K. Circuit breakers
L. Squeegee lever
M. Recovery tank drain hose
N. Solution tank drain hose

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (9--06)
STEERING HANDLES
The steering handles control the machine speed
and direction.
Forward: Rotate the steering handles forward.
The further forward you rotate the steering
handles, the faster the machine will go.
Backward: Rotate the steering handles
backwards toward you.
Turning: Push the machine in the direction of the
turn with the steering handles. The machine will
turn on the swivel casters.

OPERATION
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Stop: Release the steering handles.
The steering console height is adjustable.
Adjust: Turn the console adjustment knob
counterclockwise to loosen the knob. Move the
console up or down to the desired height. Then
turn the knob clockwise to tighten the knob, and
lock the console in position.
ON-OFF KEY SWITCH
The on-off key switch controls machine power
with a key.
On: Turn the key to the right.
Off: Turn the key to the left.

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (09--08)
SCRUB SWITCH
The scrub switch controls the scrubbing
operations.
Lower brushes and start scrubbing: Press the top
of the switch.
Raise brushes and stop scrubbing: Press the
bottom of the switch.
NOTE: The scrub brushes do not start until the
steering handles are rotated forward or backward.
NOTE: The scrub switch also controls the
FaST/ec--H2O system (option) when the
FaST/ec--H2O system is enabled with the
FaST/ec--H2O switch.
SCRUB HEAD STRAP (DISC HEAD)
The scrub head strap increases the scrub head
pressure and puts the scrub head into heavy
scrub mode.
The heavy scrub mode is used when deep
scrubbing or floor stripping is necessary.
Start heavy scrub mode: With the scrub head in
the up position, pull out on the scrub head strap
until the scrub head drops into place. Lower the
brushes and start scrubbing.
Stop heavy scrub mode: Press the bottom of the
scrub switch. The scrub head will reset when it
raises and stops scrubbing. When it is started
again, the scrub head will operate at daily
scrubbing pressure.
SQUEEGEE LEVER
The squeegee lever controls the squeegee and
the vacuum system.
Lower squeegee and start vacuum: Move the
squeegee lever up and to the left to unlock it, and
then release the lever.
Raise squeegee and stop vacuum: Pull the lever
up and move it to the right to lock the lever in the
up position.
NOTE: Raise the squeegee before reversing the
machine.

OPERATION
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HOURMETER
The hourmeter records the number of hours the
machine has been powered on. This information
is useful when servicing the machine.
BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR
The battery discharge indicator shows the charge
level of the batteries.
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 battery discharge indicator will not
reset from the flashing indicator unless the
batteries have been fully charged.
FaST SWITCH (OPTION)
The FaST switch (option) enables the FaST
(Foam Scrubbing Technology) system. When the
FaST system is enabled, it is turned on and off
with the scrub switch
Enable the FaST system: Press the top of the
FaST switch.
Enable conventional scrubbing: Press the bottom
of the FaST switch.
NOTE: Disable the FaST system before using the
machine for conventional scrubbing.
NOTE: The FaST system will not start until the
steering handles are rotated forward or backward.
NOTE: Do not enable the FaST system with
conventional cleaning detergents in the solution
tank. Drain, raise and refill the solution tank with
clear cool water only before operating the FaST
system. Conventional cleaning detergents/
restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution
system.

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (09--08)
ec- H2O SWITCH (OPTION)
The ec--H2O switch (option) enables the ec--H2O
(electrically converted water) system. When the
ec--H2O system is enabled, it is turned on and off
with the scrub switch.
Enable the ec--H2O system: Press the top of the
ec--H2O switch.
Enable conventional scrubbing: Press the bottom
of the ec--H2O switch.
NOTE: Disable the ec--H2O system before using
the machine for conventional scrubbing.
NOTE: The ec--H2O system will not start until the
machine starts scrubbing.
NOTE: Do not enable the ec--H2O system with
conventional cleaning detergents in the solution
tank. Drain, raise and refill the solution tank with
clear cool water only before operating the ec--H2O
system. Conventional cleaning detergents/
restorers may cause failure to the ec--H2O
solution system.

OPERATION
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SOLUTION FLOW LEVER
The solution flow lever controls the amount of
solution flow to the floor.
Increase: Push the lever forward.
Decrease: Pull the lever backward.
NOTE: A solenoid valve dispenses the solution to
the scrub head. The valve opens when the
steering handles are rotated forward, and closes
when the steering handles are released in neutral
position.
NOTE: When using the FaST or ec--H2O system
(option), the solution flow lever is nonfunctional.
The FaST and ec--H2O system flow rates are
pre--set. The ec--H2O module has optional flow
rate settings. If solution flow adjustments are
required, contact an Authorized Service Center.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are resettable electrical
circuit protection devices. They stop the flow of
current in the event of a circuit overload. Once a
circuit breaker is tripped, reset manually by
pressing the reset button after the breaker has
cooled 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.
The circuit breakers are located on each side of
the operator console.
The chart shows the circuit breakers and the
electrical components they protect.
Circuit
BreakerRating Circuit Protected
CB1 10 A Machine power
CB2 25 A Vacuum fan motor
CB3 25 A Machine propel
CB4 30 A Right brush motor
CB5 30 A Left brush motor
CB6 10 A FaST (option)
10 A ec--H2O (option)

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (9--06)
SOLUTION TANK HOSE
The solution tank hose is used to drain the
solution tank. The drain hose plug is removed by
turning the plug latch to loosen the plug and
pulling the plug out of the drain hose. The drain
hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the
end of the hose and turning the plug latch to
tighten the plug.
RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE
The recovery tank drain hose is used to drain the
recovery tank. The drain hose plug is removed by
turning the plug latch to loosen the plug and
pulling the plug out of the drain hose. The drain
hose is plugged by placing the hose plug in the
end of the hose and turning the plug latch to
tighten the plug.
SUPPORT ARM
The support arm holds up the solution tank when
the tank is lifted. The support arm engages when
the solution tank is lifted all the way open. The
arm is released by pulling up on it.

OPERATION
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STOP ARM
The stop arm prevents the solution tank from fully
closing when the tank is lowered. Push the arm in
to lower the solution tank completely.
SQUEEGEE DOWN PRESSURE CAMS
The squeegee down pressure cams adjust the
squeegee deflection along the entire length of the
squeegee.
Increase: Turn the cams clockwise.
Decrease: Turn the cams counter-clockwise.

OPERATION
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5680 331176 (9--06)
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS
The scrub components of the machine are a
solution tank, scrub brushes or pads, a squeegee,
a vacuum fan, and a recovery tank.
With conventional scrubbing, water and detergent,
from the solution tank, flow to the floor through a
solution valve to the scrub brushes or pads. The
brushes or pads scrub the floor. As the machine
moves forward, the squeegee wipes the dirty
solution off the floor, which is then picked up and
drawn into the recovery tank.
The steering handles control the direction and
speed of the machine in forward or reverse. By
rotating the steering handles forward, the machine
propels forward. By rotating the handles towards
you, the machine propels backward.
Three different widths of scrub heads and
squeegees are available for the machine.
The scrub head widths are as follows; the model
700 (700 mm (28 in)), the model 800 (800 mm
(32 in)), and the model 900 (900 mm (36 in)). The
700 mm (28 in) squeegee is used with the 700
model scrub head, as well as the 800 mm (32 in)
with the model 800, and the 900 mm (36 in) with
the model 900.

OPERATION
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FaST SCRUBBING SYSTEM (OPTION)
The FaST (Foam Scrubbing Technology) system
operates by injecting the FaST PAK concentrate
agent (A) into the system with a small amount of
water and compressed air. This mixture creates a
large volume of expanded wet foam.
The expanded foam mixture is then dispersed
onto the floor (B) while the machine is scrubbing.
When the squeegee picks up the mixture, the
patented foaming agent has collapsed and is
recovered into the recovery tank.
The FaST system can be used with all double
scrubbing and heavy duty scrubbing applications.
Using the FaST system can increase productivity
by 30% by reducing your dump/fill cycle. It will
also reduce chemical usage and storage space.
One FaST PAK of concentrated agent can scrub
up to 1 million sq. ft.
NOTE: Do not enable the FaST system with
conventional cleaning detergents in the solution
tank. Drain, raise and refill the solution tank with
clear cool water only before operating the FaST
system. Conventional cleaning detergents/
restorers may cause failure to the FaST solution
system.
NOTE: Storage or transporting machines
equipped with FaST in freezing temperatures
requires special procedures. Check with a
TENNANT representative for advice.
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