Tennant 3640, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...3640 330580 www tennantco com Sweeper Operator Manual 330580 Rev 06 02 2008 North America International Gas LPG ...

Page 2: ...ents 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 ...

Page 3: ...CKLIST 30 OPERATION ON INCLINES 30 OPTIONS 31 WIDE TRACK TIRES AND HEAVY DUTY CASTERS 31 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 32 MAINTENANCE 33 MAINTENANCE CHART 33 LUBRICATION 34 ENGINE 34 HEAVY DUTY CASTERS OPTION 34 FUEL SYSTEM 35 FUEL FILTER AND SEDIMENT BOWL 35 GAS VALVE 35 ENGINE 36 AIR FILTER 36 SPARKPLUG 36 Page SKIRTS AND SEALS 37 MAIN BRUSH SKIRTS 37 HOPPER DUST SEAL 37 REAR SKIRT 37 HOPPER LIP SKIRT...

Page 4: ...CONTENTS 3640 330580 12 00 2 ...

Page 5: ...or fuel leaks Keep sparks and open flame away from refueling area Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly 3 When using machine Do not pick up burning or smoking debris such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes 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 o...

Page 6: ...icated If these or any labels become damaged or illegible install a new label in its place FOR SAFETY LABEL LOCATED ON THE CONTROL PANEL TOXIC GASES LABEL LOCATED ON THE CONTROL PANEL BACK STRAIN LABEL LOCATED ON THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER FLYING DEBRIS WARNING LABEL LOCATED ON THE MOTOR COMPARTMENT COVER 350841 ...

Page 7: ...f this manual Read this manual carefully before operating the 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 the machine is complete per shipping instructions Change the LPG tank per the CHANGING AN LPG TANK section of this manual Fill the gas tank F...

Page 8: ...commend 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 the first 50 hours of operation follow the recommended procedures stated in the MAINTENANCE CHART ...

Page 9: ... 7 3640 330580 01 00 MACHINE COMPONENTS A B C D E F G H 350659 A Debris hopper B Vacuum wand option C Filter compartment D Main brush E Side brush F Accessory bin G Engine compartment H Vac wand extension option ...

Page 10: ...y controls displays and features on the machine Start Filter shaker switch Side brush es down and on Side brush es up and off Main brush down pressure Main brush down and on Main brush up and off Low engine oil indicator Low battery alternator indicator Circuit breaker 1 ...

Page 11: ...lever B Side brush lever C Directional control lever D Clutch handle E Steering bar F Steering bar adjustment knobs G Vacuum wand option H Filter shaker switch I Engine choke knob J Ignition key switch K Hourmeter L Circuit breaker M Low battery charge indicator N Low oil warning indicator O Beverage holder ...

Page 12: ...tions Since reverse and second speed will be used most often for routine sweeping the area between these positions is called the working range The directional control lever positions are labeled near the base of the directional control lever in the following order PARK Pull the directional control lever toward you as far as it will go The directional control lever should always be in the PARK posi...

Page 13: ...n The machine will move forward when the clutch handle is squeezed Use SECOND SPEED for normal sweeping FIRST SPEED Move the directional control lever to the left then one position forward from the SECOND SPEED position The machine will move forward when the clutch handle is squeezed Use FIRST SPEED on inclines and slippery surfaces THIRD SPEED Move the directional control lever to the left then f...

Page 14: ...ess of direction of travel release the clutch handle The machine will immediately slow down then stop completely MAIN BRUSH LEVER The main brush lever raises and lowers the main brush The main brush rotates automatically when the machine is powered on The main brush rotates whether in the raised or lowered position Main brush down Move the main brush lever to the left out of the raised position th...

Page 15: ...ve the side brush lever backward then to the left to raise and set the side brush in the raised position ENGINE CHOKE KNOB The engine choke knob controls the choke On For cold starting pull the engine choke knob out Off Push the choke knob in LOW OIL WARNING INDICATOR The low oil warning indicator will illuminate when the engine oil level drops below a certain level When the engine oil level is to...

Page 16: ...y If the light remains on after the engine starts contact TENNANT service personnel STEERING BAR Use the steering bar to steer the machine STEERING BAR ADJUSTMENT KNOBS The steering bar adjustment knobs allow you to move and lock the steering bar into a position that is most comfortable for you Pull both adjustment knobs out at once to raise or lower the steering bar ...

Page 17: ...ockwise HOURMETER The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been in use Use this information as a guide to indicate when routine maintenance needs to be performed VACUUM WAND OPTION The vacuum wand uses the machine s vacuum system Use the vacuum wand to pick up debris in narrow or partially enclosed areas that cannot be swept by the machine Fully insert the vacuum wand into the mac...

Page 18: ...s Protected CB1 15 A Ignition Side brush es Shaker motor THERMO SENTRYt The Thermo Sentryt will automatically turn the machine s engine off in case of a fire in the hopper If the Thermo Sentryt is tripped it will automatically reset itself after cooling down FILTER SHAKER SWITCH The filter shaker switch activates the filter shaker motor The shaker motor shakes debris from the panel filter Machines...

Page 19: ...n brush sweeps debris from the floor into the hopper The vacuum system pulls dust and air through the main brush compartment and the dust filter When sweeping is finished press the filter shaker switch option to clean the panel filter option if the machine has these options Clean the panel filter compartment Empty the hopper If the machine has a bag filter check the filter bag and replace if full ...

Page 20: ...00 18 Check the engine oil level LPG powered machines Check for LPG odor or frosting on hoses or components indicating an LPG leak Check controls for proper operation Check maintenance records to determine service requirements ...

Page 21: ...el system service area Keep area well ventilated 4 Put on gloves to remove the quick disconnect tank coupling 5 Unlatch the clamp holding the empty tank Remove the empty tank from the machine and store it in a designated safe area 6 Carefully place a full LPG tank into the tank holder Align the full tank so that the tank centering pin enters the aligning hole in the tank collar NOTE Make sure the ...

Page 22: ...coupling is clean free of damage and matches the machine service coupling 9 Open the tank service valve slowly Look and listen for leaks Close the service valve immediately if an LPG leak is found or if a strong LPG odor is detected Notify the appropriate personnel regarding LPG fuel leaks 350412 350412 ...

Page 23: ...d crank engine for 3 to 5 seconds While continuing to crank engine siowly push in choke If equipped with the solenoid lockoff system For cold starting Pull out choke and crank engine once engine fires push in choke For hot starting No choking required simply crank engine 3 Move the directional control lever into the desired forward speed second first or third 4 Gently squeeze the clutch handle to ...

Page 24: ...sles into the main aisles ahead of time Do an entire floor or section at one time Drive the straightest path possible Avoid bumping into posts or scraping the sides of the machine Overlap the sweeping paths Polypropylene 8 double row main brush Superior pick up of sand gravel and paper litter Polypropylene retains its stiffness when wet and can be used indoors or outdoors with equal performance Po...

Page 25: ...he machine 3 Move the main brush lever to the left out of the raised position then allow it to fall forward into the sweeping position 4 Move the side brush lever to the right out of the raised position then forward to the desired brush down pressure setting 5 Squeeze the clutch handle to begin sweeping 6 Sweep as needed ...

Page 26: ...he machine will immediately slow down then stop completely 2 Move the main brush lever backward then to the right to raise and set the main brush in the raised position 3 Move the side brush lever backward then to the left to raise and set the side brush es in the raised position ...

Page 27: ... the panel filter by pressing the filter shaker switch The shaker motor will operate for 15 seconds before stopping NOTE Make sure the filter compartment is closed securely before activating filter shaker 6 Turn the machine power off 7 LPG powered machines Ensure the LPG tank service valve is closed ...

Page 28: ...r and two side finger grips to allow two people to lift and empty the hopper Pull the hopper slightly forward to unseat it from the machine frame With one person on each side lift the debris hopper out of the machine NOTE Do not attempt to lift the hopper when it is full of debris without assistance Dump the debris from the hopper into a pile on the floor near a trash can or dumpster then pick the...

Page 29: ...pper Raise the dump assist handle Place one foot on the hopper s pivot point Lift the hopper out of the machine and onto the wheels Transport the hopper to the location where debris is collected WARNING Heavy hopper Get help to handle NOTE Do not attempt to lift the hopper when it is full of debris without assistance Dump the debris from the hopper into a pile on the floor near a trash can or dump...

Page 30: ...omes full of debris To access the bag filter remove the vacuum wand and unlatch the filter compartment hooks Install a new bag filter by placing the cardboard tab on the filter around the vacuum inlet tube The vacuum inlet tube is located at the top of filter compartment on the inside of the machine Latch the filter compartment door Fully insert the vacuum wand into the machine ...

Page 31: ...lter each time the hopper is emptied This debris collects in the filter compartment Clean the filter compartment daily Remove the vacuum wand and unlatch the filter compartment hooks Lower and remove the filter compartment door by sliding it to the left off the pivot pins Empty the dust and debris Replace and latch the filter compartment door Fully insert the vacuum wand into the machine ...

Page 32: ...closed Check for fuel odor that indicates a fuel leak Check under the machine for fluid leaks fuel oil Check the skirts and seals for damage and wear Check the bag filter option for fullness or shake the panel filter and clean the filter compartment Check the service records to determine routine maintenance requirements OPERATION ON INCLINES When operating the machine on an incline use first speed...

Page 33: ...OPERATION 31 3640 330580 01 00 OPTIONS WIDE TRACK TIRES AND HEAVY DUTY CASTERS Wide track tires and heavy duty casters provide increased maneuverability and control on rough surfaces ...

Page 34: ...ace brushes Main brush not touching floor Check brush linkage for binding or contact Tennant service personnel Debris caught in main brush drive mechanism Remove debris from drive mechanism Main brush drive failure Contact Tennant service personnel Side brush drive failure Contact Tennant service personnel Hopper full Empty hopper Hopper brush skirts worn or damaged Replace skirts Machine will not...

Page 35: ...Vacuum inlet plate Check clean 1 50 Hours 1 Engine oil Change EO 1 1 Engine air filter Replace 1 1 Vacuum fan belt Check tension and wear 1 5 Main brush Rotate end for end and check brush pattern 1 100 Hours 6 Panel filter Remove and clean 1 7 Wide track tires option Check for damage pressure 2 8 Heavy duty casters option Lubricate SPL 2 200 Hours 1 Sparkplug Check replace 1 1 Gasoline fuel filter...

Page 36: ... consumption and combustion deposits will increase Using oil other than service class SF or extending oil exchange intervals can cause engine damage not covered by the engine warranty The engine oil capacity is 0 65L 1 4 pt HEAVY DUTY CASTERS OPTION The heavy duty casters option each have one grease fitting on the caster swivel Lubricate each caster with a grease gun containing Lubriplate EMB grea...

Page 37: ... Remove and clean these components every 200 hours of machine use FOR SAFETY When servicing machine keep flames and sparks away from fuel system service area Keep area well ventilated GAS VALVE The gas valve is located on the right hand side of the fuel filter sediment bowl assembly The gas valve shuts off the flow of gas to the engine When the valve is closed the machine will run for a short time...

Page 38: ... the clamp on the side of the filter assembly to remove the air filter Replace the air filter after every 50 hours of operation SPARKPLUG Replace or clean and set the gap of the sparklug after every 200 hours of use The proper sparkplug gap is 0 75 mm 0 03 in ...

Page 39: ... the hopper Check the brush skirts for damage or wear daily HOPPER DUST SEAL The hopper dust seal located at the top of the hopper compartment helps maintain a vacuum within the hopper Check the hopper dust seal for damage or wear daily REAR SKIRT The rear skirt located behind the main brush helps create a vacuum around the main brush Check the rear skirt for damage or wear daily ...

Page 40: ...r door seal located around the perimeter of the filter compartment door helps maintain a vacuum around the filter Check the filter compartment door seal for damage or wear daily VACUUM INLET PLATE The vacuum inlet plate is located on the the left hand side of the hopper compartment The vacuum inlet plate prevents large pieces of debris from entering the vacuum chamber Check the vacuum inlet plate ...

Page 41: ...rtment door Unlatch the panel filter retainer and remove the filter To clean the panel filter use one of the following methods D TAPPING Tap the filter gently on a flat surface with the dirty side down Do not damage the edges of the filter element or the filter will not seat properly in the filter compartment D AIR Blow air through the filter from the opposite the side of the fingertabs Always wea...

Page 42: ...he main brush after every 50 hours of use for maximum brush life and sweeping performance Replace main brush when bristle length is 9 to 12 mm 375 to 5 in REPLACING THE MAIN BRUSH 1 Turn the machine power off and move the directional lever into the PARK position FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface turn off machine and remove key 2 The main brush pin located on the ...

Page 43: ...main brush out of the machine through the hopper opening 6 Remove the brush hub from the worn brush and install it into the new brush 7 Install the new main brush into the machine 8 Insert the main brush pin through the hole in the frame and into the main brush hub Turn the main brush pin 1 4 turn clockwise 9 Replace the hopper ...

Page 44: ...polish mark will remain on the floor 3 Raise the main brush and move the machine away from the chalked area Turn the machine power off 4 Observe the shape of the brush pattern If the brush pattern has parallel sides the brush does not need adjustment If the brush pattern is tapered the main brush needs adjustment to straighten the brush pattern A To adjust brush taper loosen the nut at the left en...

Page 45: ...ove key 2 Turn the main brush pin 1 4 turn counter clockwise and remove 3 Remove the debris hopper 4 Pull the main brush out of the machine through the hopper opening 5 Remove the brush hub from the main brush and install it into the other end 6 Install the main brush into the machine 7 Insert the main brush pin through the hole in the frame and into the main brush hub Turn the main brush pin 1 4 ...

Page 46: ...THE SIDE BRUSH ES 1 Turn the machine power off and move the directional lever into the PARK position FOR SAFETY Before leaving or servicing machine stop on level surface turn off machine and remove key 2 Reach underneath the side brush and remove the cotter pin that holds it on the drive shaft 3 Remove the worn brush 4 Place a new side brush onto the drive shaft and secure with the cotter pin ELEC...

Page 47: ...ated behind the right rear tire The belt drives the main brush The proper belt tension is automatically set by a spring loaded idler STATIC DRAG CHAIN The static drag chain prevents the buildup of static electricity in the machine The chain is attached to the backstop bracket Make sure the chain is always touching the floor CLUTCH CABLE The clutch handle engages the machine s propelling system The...

Page 48: ...TIRES OPTION The optional heavy duty rear tires are pneumatic Check the rear tires after every 100 hours of operation for damage Check the rear tire pressure after every 100 hours of operation The proper tire pressure is 345 kPa 50 psi ...

Page 49: ...a winch to load machine If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm 15 in or less from the ground the machine may be pushed onto the truck or trailer 3 To winch the machine onto the truck or trailer remove the hopper and place a strap through the front frame of the machine Make sure the machine is in neutral and is centered FOR SAFETY When loading machine onto truck or trailer use winch Do ...

Page 50: ...ne by wrapping a strap around the hopper and fastening it to the truck or trailer 6 If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm 15 in from the ground use a winch to unload machine If the loading surface is horizontal AND is 380 mm 15 in or less from the ground the machine may be pushed off the truck or trailer FOR SAFETY When unloading machine off truck or trailer use winch D...

Page 51: ...de brush es 2 Empty and clean the debris hopper 3 Drain or disconnect and remove LPG tank fuel system 4 Close the gasoline valve 5 Change the engine oil 6 Remove the spark plug pour 30 cc 1 oz of engine oil into the cylinder Slowly rotate the crankshaft to distribute the oil Replace the spark plug 7 Clean the engine cooling fins 8 Store the machine in a clean dry area ...

Page 52: ...h only 610 mm 24 in Sweeping path width main brush and one side brush 815 mm 32 in Sweeping path width main brush and two side brushes 1015 mm 40 in Hopper capacity Maximum 85 L 3 0 cu ft Hopper capacity Usable 42 5 L 1 5 cu ft Panel filter area 3 62 sq m 39 sq ft Bag filter volume 17 L 0 6 cu ft GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE Item Measure Maximum forward speed first speed 1 5 kmh 0 9 mph Maximum for...

Page 53: ... regular gasoline 87 octane minimum unleaded Fuel tank 3 6L 0 95 gal Air Alternator output 13 5 V 9 6A 2400 rpm LPG vapor Fuel tank 9 kg 20 lb 12 V Battery 260 cca Governed speed under load 2400 rpm maximum Engine lubricating oil with filter 0 65L 1 4 pt 30 SAE CD SF rated engine oil ELECTRIC MOTORS Type Use VDC Amp Kw hp Electric Motors Side brush es disk 13 V 4 25 A 0 075 1 TIRES Location Type S...

Page 54: ...SPECIFICATIONS 3640 330580 12 00 52 960 mm 37 7 in 820 mm 32 25 in 815 mm 32 in 1475 mm 58 in 610 mm 24 in 350910 MACHINE DIMENSIONS ...

Page 55: ...ruments 9 D Directional control lever 10 E Electric motors 44 Electrical system Circuit breaker 16 Engine Air filter 36 Sparkplug 36 Specifications 51 F Filter compartment Cleaning panel filter compartment 29 Filter shaker switch option 16 Filters Air filter engine 36 Bag filter replacement 28 Panel filter cleaning 39 Fuel system Fuel filter 35 Gas valve 35 Sediment bowl 35 Fuel tank LPG Changing ...

Page 56: ...er Cleaning 39 Panel filter compartment Cleaning 29 Plate vacuum inlet 38 Pushing and transporting machine 47 Pushing machine 47 Pushing the machine 47 S Safety Labels 4 Precautions 3 Side brush lever 13 Side brush es replacement 44 Skirts and seals Filter compartment door seal 38 Hopper dust seal 37 Hopper lip skirt 38 Main brush skirts 37 Rear skirt 37 Sparkplug 36 Specifications Climb and desce...