Tennant ATLV 4300 User manual

ATLVt4300
*330510*
330510
Rev. 17 (10-2014)
North America / International
Litter Vacuum
Operator Manual
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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: (800) 553−8033 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.
ATLV is a United States trademarks of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original Instructions, copyright E1998−2003, 2005, 2007 −2010, 2012, 2014 TENNANT Company, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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ATLV 4300 330510 (4−09)
CONTENTS
Page
CONTENTS 1.............................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 6............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 6.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 7.............
CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS 8..........
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 9......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 11..........
STEERING WHEEL 11................
STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER 11.....
IGNITION SWITCH 11.................
TURN SIGNAL LEVER (OPTION) 12....
VACUUM FAN SWITCH 12.............
VACUUM HEAD SWITCH (OPTION) 12..
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE 13...............
HOURMETER 13.....................
ENGINE TEMPERATURE LIGHT 13.....
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT 14.....
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT 14........
THERMO SENTRY WARNING
LIGHT (OPTION) 14................
HYDRAULIC FILTER BYPASS LIGHT 15.
PARKING BRAKE LIGHT (OPTION) 15..
GLOW PLUG LIGHT 15................
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH 16......
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS
SWITCH (OPTION) 16..............
WORKLIGHT SWITCH (OPTION) 16....
WATER DUST CONTROL
SWITCH (OPTION) 16..............
HORN BUTTON 17....................
THROTTLE LEVER 17.................
SEAT BELT 17........................
FUSES 18............................
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 18...............
BRAKE PEDALS 19...................
PARKING BRAKE PEDALS 19..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 20..............
OPERATOR SEAT 21..................
DELUXE SUSPENSION
SEAT (OPTION) 21.................
VACUUM WAND HANDLE 22...........
VACUUM HOSE SUPPORT ARM 23....
VACUUM HEAD ADJUSTMENT
KNOB (OPTION) 24................
REAR VIEW MIRRORS 24.............
HOPPER TILT BRACKET 24...........
LATCHES 25.........................
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 26..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 26.........
STARTING THE MACHINE 31.............
VACUUMING AND HOSE INFORMATION 35
OPERATION ON INCLINES 37............
OPERATION OVER CURBS 38............
VACUUMING 39.........................
STOP VACUUMING 42...................
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STOPPING THE MACHINE 44............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 45........
EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG
(For machines below serial number
001070) 46........................
EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG
(For machines with serial number
001070 and above) 48..............
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 49.............
OPTIONS 52............................
4 POST ROPS AND WEATHER
SHIELD (OPTION) 52...............
WATER DUST CONTROL (OPTION) 53.
FILLING THE WATER TANK: 53.....
VACUUM HEAD (OPTION) 54..........
TO ADJUST VACUUM HEAD
DOWN STOP: 54................
DUST FILTER BAG (OPTION) 55.......
EMPTYING THE DUST
FILTER BAG: 55................
VACUUM WAND w/ 15 FOOT
EXTENSION (OPTION) 57..........
TO OPERATE VACUUM WAND
W/15 FOOT EXTENSION: 57.....
FENCE LINE ATTACHMENT (OPTION) 59
TO INSTALL FENCE LINE
ATTACHMENT: 59...............
PANEL FILTER KIT (OPTION) 61.......
EMPTYING VACUUM BAG: 61.......
CLEANING THE PANEL FILTER: 63..
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 64.......
MAINTENANCE 66.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 66...............
LUBRICATION 68........................
STEERING CYLINDER 68.............
WHEEL PIVOTS POINTS 68...........
ENGINE 68...........................
HYDRAULICS 69........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR 69....
HYDRAULIC FLUID 70................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 71...............
ENGINE 72.............................
COOLING SYSTEM 72................
AIR FILTER INDICATOR 73............
AIR FILTER 73........................
FUEL FILTER 74......................
FUEL LINES 74.......................
4 POST ROPS WIPER BLADES
(OPTION) 75.........................
BATTERY 75............................
BELTS 76...............................
ENGINE BELT 76.....................
SKIRTS AND SEALS 77..................
DOOR SEALS 77.....................
VACUUM HEAD SKIRTS (OPTION) 77..

CONTENTS
ATLV 4300 330510 (1−10)
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Page
BRAKES AND TIRES 78..................
SERVICE BRAKES 78.................
PARKING BRAKE 78..................
TIRES 78............................
FRONT WHEEL 79.................
REAR WHEEL 79..................
VACUUM SYSTEM 80....................
VACUUM BAG 80.....................
DUST PANEL FILTER (OPTION) 80.....
DUST FILTER BAG (OPTION) 80.......
VACUUM FAN 80.....................
VACUUM WAND w/ 15 FOOT
EXTENSION (OPTION) 81..........
VACUUM HEAD (OPTION) 81..........
VACUUM HOSE AND SUPPORT ARM 82
WATER DUST CONTROL (OPTION) 84.
PUSHING, TOWING, AND
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 87....
PUSHING OR TOWING THE
MACHINE 87......................
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 88....
MACHINE JACKING 90...................
STORING MACHINE 90..................
SPECIFICATIONS 92.......................
GENERAL MACHINE
DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES 92.........
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 92..
STEERING 92...........................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 92.................
POWER TYPE 93........................
BRAKING SYSTEM 93...................
TIRES 93...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 94...............
INDEX 95..................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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ATLV 4300 330510 (4−2012)
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.
The machine is suited to vacuum disposable
debris. Do not use the machine other than
described in this Operator Manual.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Machine Can Emit Excessive
Noise. Hearing Loss Can Result. Wear
Hearing Protection.
WARNING: Moving fan blades. Keep
away.
WARNING: Sharp objects in debris
canister. Wear gloves.
WARNING: Spinning fan. Stop engine
before opening debris canister.
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.
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:
−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 slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
−Use care when reversing machine.
−Do not carry riders 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 brakes.
−Turn off machine and remove key.
6. Before Opening Or Emptying Hopper:
−Stop on level surface.
−Set parking brakes.
−Turn off vacuum.
−Turn off machine and remove key.
7. 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ATLV 4300 330510 (6−02)
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8. When loading/unloding machine onto/off
truck or trailer:
−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
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ATLV 4300 330510 (8−98)
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.
SHARP OBJECTS HAZARD LABEL −Located
On The Rear Canister.
MOVING FAN HAZARD LABEL−Located
On The Rear Canister.
EMISSIONS LABEL −Located
Below The Operator’s Seat.
FOR SAFETY LABEL −
Located Below The Operator Seat.
FAN WARNING LABEL −
Located In The Engine
Compartment.
NOISE WARNING LABEL −Located
Below The Operator’s Seat.

OPERATION
ATLV 4300 330510 (8−98)
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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. View the operation video
supplied with the 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.
-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.
-The model ATLVt4300 has a GVWR of
1180 kg ( 2600 lbs.) Operate only on
surfaces capable of supporting this weight.
-After the first 50 hours of operation, follow
the recommended procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.
0732
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OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (8−98)
MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
A
J
I
H
G
F
K
LM
D
E
A. Vacuum Hose Support Arm
B. Vacuum Fan
C. Hopper
D. Roll Over Protection System
E. Seat Belt
F. Operator Seat
G. Engine
H. Vacuum Head (Option)
I. Vacuum Adjustment Knob (Option)
J. Vacuum Hose
K. Rear View Mirrors
L. Vacuum Wand Handle
M. Vacuum Hose Support Arm Adjustment Knob

OPERATION
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CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS
These symbols identify controls and displays on
the machine:
On Off
Start Fast Vacuum Fan / Engine Speed
Vacuum Fan Medium Vacuum Fan / Engine Speed
Engine Oil Pressure Idle Engine Speed
Engine Water Temperature Circuit breaker #1
Voltmeter Circuit breaker #2
Parking Brake Circuit breaker #3
Operating Lights Circuit breaker #4
Glow Plug (Preheat) Circuit breaker #5
Hazard Light (Option) Circuit breaker #6
Signal Light (Option) Circuit breaker 7
Vacuum Head Control (Option) Circuit breaker 8
Vacuum Hose Height Adjustment Horn
Water Dust Control (Option)

OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (9−00)
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
BC
D
K
A
LNOP
M
J
I
H
E
G
F
A. Steering Wheel
B. Steering Wheel Tilt Lever
C. Ignition Switch
D. Turn Signal Lever (Option)
E. Vacuum Fan Switch
F. Vacuum Head Switch (Option)
G. Fuel Level Gauge
H. Hourmeter
I. Engine Temperature Light
J. Engine Oil Pressure Light
K. Charging System Light
L. Thermo SentrytWarning Light (Option)
M. Vacant (No Reading)
N. Hydraulic Filter Bypass Light
O. Parking Brake Light (Option)
P. Glow Plug Light

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B
C
D
A
I
H
EG
J
F
K
A. Horn Button
B. Throttle Lever
C. Work Lights Switch (Option)
D. Operating/Hazard Lights Switch (Option)
E. Operating Lights Switch
F. Water Dust Control Switch (Option)
G. Directional Pedal
H. Brake Pedals
I. Parking Brake Pedals
J. Circuit Breaker Panel
K. Windshield Wiper Knob (Option)

OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (8−98)
OPERATION OF CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel controls the machine’s
direction. The machine is very responsive to the
steering wheel movements.
Left: Turn the steering wheel to the left.
Right: Turn the steering wheel to the right.
STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER
The steering wheel tilt lever is used to adjust the
angle of the steering wheel. To tilt the steering
wheel, pull the lever straight out. Position the
steering wheel at the desired angle, then release
the lever.
IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch starts and stops the engine
with a key.
FOR SAFETY: When starting machine,
keep foot on brake and directional pedal
in neutral.
Preheat: Turn the key counter-clockwise. The
glow plug light will come on. When the glow plug
light goes out, usually in 5 to 30 seconds
depending on the weather conditions, the engine
is ready to start.
Start: Turn the key all the way clockwise. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
Stop: Turn the key counter-clockwise.

OPERATION
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TURN SIGNAL LEVER (OPTION)
The turn signal lever is used to activate the turn
signal lights when turning.
Right Signal On: Push the lever up.
Left Signal On: Push the lever all the way down.
Signal Off: Return the lever to the middle position.
Four Way Flashers: Pull out the knob.
VACUUM FAN SWITCH
The vacuum fan switch controls the machine’s
vacuum fan.
Vacuum On: Press the top of the switch.
Vacuum Off: Press the bottom of the switch.
VACUUM HEAD SWITCH (OPTION)
The vacuum head switch raises and lowers the
vacuum head that mounts under the front end of
the machine.
Raise: Press the bottom of the switch.
Lower: Press the top of the switch

OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (9−99)
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE
The fuel level gauge indicates how much fuel is
left in the fuel tank.
Note: Do not let the fuel tank empty completely.
Air can enter the fuel system, and it may need
bleeding before the next engine start.
HOURMETER
The hourmeter records the number of hours the
machine has been operated. The hourmeter
displays the number of hours in tenths of an hour.
Use this information to determine machine
maintenance intervals.
ENGINE TEMPERATURE LIGHT
The engine temperature light comes on when the
temperature of the engine coolant is more than
113C (235F). If the light comes on, stop
operating the machine. Locate the problem and
have it corrected. See the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual.

OPERATION
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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT
The engine oil pressure light comes on when the
engine oil pressure falls below 40 kPa (5psi). If
the light comes on, stop operating the machine.
Locate the problem, and have it corrected.
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT
The charging system light comes on when the
alternator is not operating within normal range;
13.5 to 14.5 V. If the light comes on, stop
operating the machine. Locate the problem, and
have it corrected.
THERMO SENTRY WARNING LIGHT (OPTION)
The Thermo Sentry warning light comes on when
the Thermo Sentry senses that there is excessive
heat in the hopper, possibly from a fire. The
Thermo Sentry will also shut off the vacuum fan.
If this happens, stop the machine and eliminate
the source of heat. Allow the sensor to cool, and it
will reset automatically.

OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (9−00)
HYDRAULIC FILTER BYPASS LIGHT
The hydraulic filter bypass light comes on when
the hydraulic filter is clogged. If this light comes
on, have the hydraulic filter and hydraulic fluid
changed as soon as possible.
PARKING BRAKE LIGHT (OPTION)
The parking brake light comes on when the
parking brake pedals are engaged. To turn off the
light, simply disengage the parking brake pedals
before moving.
GLOW PLUG LIGHT
The glow plug light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned counterclockwise to the Glow
Plug position. The light will go out when the
engine is ready to start.

OPERATION
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OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
The operating lights switch powers on and off the
headlights and taillights.
On: Press the switch to the forward position.
Off: Press the switch to the middle position.
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION)
The operating/hazard lights switch powers on and
off the headlights, taillights and the hazard light
option.
Operating lights on: Press the switch to the
forward position.
Operating/Hazard lights on: Press the switch to
the back position.
Off: Press the switch to the middle position.
WORKLIGHT SWITCH (OPTION)
The worklight switch controls the worklights.
Worklights on: Press the switch to the forward
position.
Worklights off: Press the switch to the back
position.
WATER DUST CONTROL SWITCH (OPTION)
The water dust control switch powers on and off
the water dust control located in the debris
canister.
On: Press the switch to the forward position. The
switch will light up.
Off: Press the switch to the back position. The
light in the switch will turn off.

OPERATION
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ATLV 4300 330510 (12−01)
HORN BUTTON
The horn button controls the horn.
Sound: Push button
THROTTLE LEVER
The throttle lever controls the engine speed
and vacuum fan power.
Move the throttle lever forward until desired
engine speed/vacuum power is reached .
Idle: Pull the lever backward.
Normal Operating Speed / Vac Power: Push the
lever to the middle Speed 1 position.
Max Operating Speed/ Vac Power: Push the lever
all the way forward to the Speed 2 position.
SEAT BELT
The seat belt holds the operator securely in the
operator’s seat.
Connect seat belt: Insert the male end of the seat
belt into the female end until they click securely
into place.
Disconnect seat belt: Press the button on the
female end buckle and pull the ends apart.

OPERATION
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FUSES
The fuse is a one-time protection device designed
to stop the flow of current in the event of a circuit
overload. Never substitute higher value fuses
than specified.
The fuse is located behind the circuit breaker
panel.
Fuse Rating Circuit Protected
FU-1 30 A Glow plug
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are resettable electrical
circuit protection devices. Their design stops the
flow of current in the event of a circuit overload.
Once a circuit breaker is tripped, it must be reset
manually. Press 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 breaker panel is located above the foot
pedals
The chart lists the circuit breakers and the
electrical components they protect.
Breaker Rating Circuit Protected
CB-1 15 A Accessory/ Vac/ Hyd
CB-2 15 A Horn
CB−315 A Work Lights
CB-4 15 A Operating Lights
CB-5 15 A Brake/ Turn signals
Back Up alarm
CB-6 15 A Open Cab Acc.
CB-7 15 A Options
CB-8 15 A Options