OPERATION
4Tennant T3 Orbital (12--2012)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following warning alert symbol and the “FOR
SAFETY” heading 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 following safety precautions signal
potentially dangerous conditions to the operator
or equipment. All operators must read,
understand and practice them.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard:
-- Never Use Flammable Liquids Or Operate
Machine in Or Near Flammable Liquids,
Vapors Or Combustible Dusts.
This machine is not equipped with explosion
proof motors. The electric motors will spark upon
start up and during operation which could cause a
flash fire or explosion if machine is used in an
area where flammable vapors/liquids or
combustible dusts are present.
-- Do Not Pick Up Flammable Materials Or
Reactive Metals.
-- Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks
And Open Flame Away. Keep Battery
Compartment Open When Charging.
WARNING: Electrical Hazard
-- Disconnect Battery Cables and Charger Plug
Before Servicing Machine.
-- Do Not Charge Batteries with Damaged Power
Supply Cord. Do Not Modify Plug.
If the charger supply cord is damaged or broken,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- With flammable liquids or near flammable
vapors as an explosion or flash fire may
occur.
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
-- If not in proper operating condition.
-- Unless mentally and physically capable of
following machine instructions.
-- In areas that are too dark to safely see the
controls or operate the machine.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Check machine for fluid leaks.
-- Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
3. When using machine:
-- Use only as described in this manual.
-- Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.
-- Wear non--slip shoes.
-- Reduce speed when turning.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
-- Never allow children to play on or around.
-- Do not operate on inclines that exceed 5%.
-- Follow mixing, handling and disposal
instructions on chemical containers.
-- Follow safety guidelines concerning wet
floors.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Turn off machine.
-- Remove key.
5. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry and secure long hair.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Wear protective gloves and eye protection
when handling batteries or battery cables.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Wear protective gloves and eye protection
when handling white vinegar.
-- Do not power spray or hose off machine.
Electrical malfunction may occur.
