SAFETY
6
Tennant T600 EE (04-2018)
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
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Stop on level surface.
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Turn off machine and remove key.
5. When servicing machine:
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Disconnect battery connection and charger
cord before working on machine.
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Do not pull on battery charger cord to
unplug. Grasp plug at outlet and pull.
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All work must be done with sufficient
lighting and visibility.
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All repairs must be performed by trained
personnel.
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Use Tennant supplied or approved
replacement parts.
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Do not modify the machine from its original
design.
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Block machine tires before jacking machine
up.
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Jack machine up at designed locations
only. Support machine with jack stands.
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Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
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Do not push or tow the machine without an
operator controlling the machine,
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Do not push the machine on inclines with
brake disabled.
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Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry and secure long hair.
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Do not disconnect the off-board charger's
DC cord from the machine's receptacle
when the charger is operating. Arcing may
result. If the charger must be interrupted
during charging cycle, disconnect the AC
power supply cord first.
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Do not use incompatible battery chargers
as this may damage battery packs and
potentially cause a fire hazard.
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Inspect charger cord regularly for damage.
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Do not plug in charger if prongs are wet.
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Open recovery tank to vent batteries if
temperature is above 80°F/27°C when
charging batteries.
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Keep work area well ventilated.
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Avoid contact with battery acid.
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Always follow site safety rules when
disposing battery compartment liquid.
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Follow site safety rules concerning battery
removal.
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Keep all metal objects off batteries.
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Use a non-conductive battery removal
device.
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Do not power spray or hose off machine.
Electrical malfunction may occur. Use
damp cloth.
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Use a hoist or adequate assistance when
lifting batteries.
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Battery installation must be done by trained
personnel.
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Only use distilled water when filling the
automatic battery watering tank.
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Wear personal protection equipment as
needed and where recommended in this
manual.
For Safety: wear protective gloves.
For Safety: wear eye protection.
6. When loading/unloading machine onto/off
truck or trailer:
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Drain tanks before loading machine.
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Use a ramp that can support the machine
weight and operator.
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Do not operate on a slippery ramp.
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Use caution when operating on ramp.
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The machine may only be operated on
gradients up to 2%.
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Lower the scrub head and squeegee before
tying down machine.
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Turn machine off and remove key.
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Block machine wheels.
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Use tie-down straps to secure machine.