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Scout Model: 608790 Operator and Parts Manual NOBLES 12875 RANSOM STREET HOLLAND MI 49424 608792 FAX: 1- - 800- - 678- - 4240 Rev. 04 (06-03) CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1- - 800-365-6625 Home Find... Go To..
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Please fill out at time of installation. Machine Serial Number -- Date Of Installation -- Manual Number -- Revision Number: 04 Published: 06--03 CopyrightE 2001, 2002, 2003 Tennant Company Nobles and Scout are United States trademarks of Tennant Company Home Find... Go To..
Do not use the machine if it is not in Before Working On Machine. proper operating condition. - - Avoid Contact With Battery Acid. - - Use Castex/Nobles Supplied Or WARNING: Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Equivalent Replacement Parts. Explosion Or Fire Can Result. Keep Sparks And Open Flame Away.
GENERAL INFORMATION 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. MACHINE CREEPING WARNING LABEL - - FOR SAFETY LABEL - - LOCATED ON LOCATED ON MACHINE HANDLE FRAME.
SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS POWER TYPE MACHINE WEIGHTS Electric motor -- Nominal voltage 24 VDC, GVWR -- 435 lb (197 kg) 0.75 hp (0.56 kw) @ 2175 rpm, 29 A Standard net weight, dry -- 310 lb (141 kg) Batteries (2) -- 12 V, 530 CCA, 105Ah Battery charger -- 24 VDC, 15 A output GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 115 VAC input...
SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS 52 in (1320 mm) TOP VIEW 40.25 in (1020 mm) 26.5 in 32 in (675 mm) (815 mm) SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW Scoutt 37B (3- -01) Home Find... Go To..
OPERATION PREPARATION FOR OPERATION After uncrating and before operating the machine: C. Connect the cable labeled “3” to the positive (+) post of the brush lift lever 1. Check the machine for shipping damage. side battery. Report any damage to the carrier at once. D.
OPERATION OPERATION OF CONTROLS 02666 01189 MACHINE COMPONENTS A. Clutch Control Handle H. Dust Filter Enclosure B. Main Brush Lift Handle Master Power Switch C. Hopper J. 15 Amp Resetable Circuit Breaker D. Side Brush K. Hour Meter E. Side Brush Arm L.
OPERATION CLUTCH CONTROL HANDLE SIDE BRUSH The clutch control handle operates a cable which The side brush option gives the machine the controls the drive belt idler. To propel the machine added flexibility of sweeping along walls and forward, press the control handle -- engaging the under edges of tables, desks, etc.
OPERATION BATTERY COVER MACHINE CIRCUIT BREAKER The battery cover covers the batteries and other The machine circuit breaker provides the machine electrical components. To tilt the battery cover electrical overload protection, excluding the filter forward, push the sides of the cover in. To remove shaker motor.
OPERATION MACHINE OPERATION NORMAL SWEEPING OPERATION TO START MACHINE A normal sweeping operation consists of seven NOTE: Before starting machine, perform the typical operations: pre-start checklist, starting pre-start checks. machine, sweeping, dumping hopper, post operation checklist -- motor operating, stopping 1.
OPERATION TO DUMP HOPPER POST OPERATION CHECKLIST -- MOTOR OPERATING 1. Stop the motor. Check brush patterns for width and evenness. WARNING: Brush Throws Debris. Stop Motor Before Lifting Hopper. TO STOP MACHINE 2. Grasp the hopper handles with both hands. 1.
OPERATION MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Poor sweeping performance Main brush worn out Replace main brush Main Brush not properly adjusted Adjust main brush lift handle to obtain correct brush pattern Main Brush not level with floor Adjust brush pattern Hopper full Empty hopper Dust filter clogged...
OPERATION MACHINE STORAGE STORING MACHINE When storing the machine for extended periods of time, the following procedures must be followed to lessen the chance of rust, sludge, and other deposits from forming: 1. Place the main brush, and side brush if so equipped, in the “raise”...
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED FIRST 20-HOUR MACHINE INSPECTION After the first 20 hours of operation, perform the following procedures: 1. Check the specific gravity of the batteries. 2. Check the battery cable connections. 3. Check the floor skirts to floor clearance. 4. Check the main brush and side brush, if so equipped, brush patterns.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART 01189 No. of Lubricant/ Service Interval Description Procedure Points Fluid Daily Batteries Check electrolyte level Main brush Check for wear or damage Side brush Check for wear or damage Dust filter Rap clean 20 Hours Batteries Check specific gravity Battery cables Check for loose or corroded or Weekly...
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERIES Use a hydrometer to check the electrolyte specific gravity after every 20 hours of operation. The two 12-volt machine batteries provide all of the energy used by the machine. The standard If one or more battery cells tests lower than the batteries are rated at 530 CCA.
MAINTENANCE TO CHARGE BATTERIES FOR SAFETY: When Servicing Machine, Avoid Contact With Battery Acid. 1. Stop the machine on a flat, dry surface next to an electrical outlet. 5. Plug the battery charger into an AC wall outlet. The charger will go through a self 2.
MAINTENANCE 6. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet. 7. Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell after charging. If needed, add distilled water to raise the electrolyte level to about 12 mm (0.4 in) below the bottom of the sight tubes.
MAINTENANCE BRUSHES MAIN BRUSH TO INSTALL MAIN BRUSH The main brush is tubular and spans the width of 1. Pull the main brush removal lever away from the machine. It sweeps debris into the hopper. It the machine. should be inspected daily for wear or damage. Remove any string or wire found tangled on the 2.
MAINTENANCE 3. Fit one end of the main brush over the main TO CHECK AND ADJUST MAIN BRUSH brush drive plug. PATTERN 1. Place the machine over a hard floor. 2. Place the master power switch in the “on” position. 3.
MAINTENANCE SIDE BRUSH TO INSTALL SIDE BRUSH The side brush sweeps debris from walls or curbs 1. Slide the side brush onto the side brush into the path of the main brush. It should be drive shaft. inspected daily for wear or damage. Remove any string or wire found tangled on the side brush or 2.
MAINTENANCE DEBRIS HOPPER AND DUST FILTER DEBRIS HOPPER TO ADJUST HOPPER FLOOR CLEARANCE The debris hopper collects debris swept up by the 1. Empty the hopper main brush. It should be emptied after every work shift. 2. Stop the machine on a smooth level floor. The hopper floor clearance should be checked 3.
MAINTENANCE REAR GUIDE WHEELS HOPPER DUST FILTER The rear guide wheels prevent the rear of the The hopper dust filter is located inside the dust machine from tipping. They are located just filter compartment. The dust filter filters the air behind the main brush shroud.
MAINTENANCE 3. Unlatch the two filter cover latches and TO INSTALL DUST FILTER lower the rear filter cover. 1. Push the filter retention spring upward and slide the filter into place on the filter base in the filter compartment. 01214 LOWERING REAR FILTER COVER A.
MAINTENANCE SKIRTS AND SEALS SIDE DUST SKIRTS 4. Slide the side dust skirts up or down so there is 0.03 to 0.25 in (1 to 5 mm) A dust skirt is located on each side of the brush clearance between the floor and the bottom compartment.
MAINTENANCE HOPPER SIDE SEALS WARNING: Brush Throws Debris. Stop Motor Before Lifting Hopper. A seal is located on each side of the machine frame to seal the sides of the hopper. The seals 2. Remove the debris hopper and battery should be checked for wear or damage after cover.
MAINTENANCE BELTS AND CHAINS FLAT PROPELLING BELT D. Tighten the clutch cable jam nut to the cable bracket. The flat propelling belt transfers power from the motor jackshaft to the drive wheel. Check the belt E. Place the master power switch in the for wear after every 80 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE MOTOR DRIVE BELT The motor drive belt transfers power from the electric motor to the vacuum fan and the motor jackshaft. Check the belt for wear after every 80 hours of operation. Check the belt tension after every 160 hours of operation. TO CHECK AND ADJUST MOTOR DRIVE BELT 1.
MAINTENANCE 8. Recheck the belt tension, readjust as 6. Remove existing drive belt. necessary. 7. Position new drive belt over vacuum fan 9. Reinstall the rear shroud and rear filter sheave, large diameter sheave, and motor cover. sheave. NOTE: For machines equipped with a side brush: TO REPLACE MOTOR DRIVE BELT A.
MAINTENANCE BRUSH DRIVE BELT The brush drive belt transfers power from the motor jackshaft to the brush drive plug. Check the belt for wear after every 80 hours of operation. There is no tension adjustment as it is controlled by a belt idler and spring arrangement. TO REPLACE BRUSH DRIVE BELT 1.
MAINTENANCE SIDE BRUSH DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE SIDE BRUSH DRIVE BELT The side brush drive belt transfers power from the 1. Place the master power switch in the “off” jackshaft extension to the side brush gear box. position. Check the belt for wear after every 80 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE PUSHING AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE PUSHING THE MACHINE If the machine becomes disabled, it can be easily pushed in neutral if necessary. TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 1. Position the front of the machine at the loading edge of the truck or trailer. FOR SAFETY: Use Truck Or Trailer That Will Support The Weight Of The Machine.
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MAINTENANCE 7. Secure the rear of the machine by wrapping straps around each end of the the handle and fastening them to the truck or trailer. REAR TIE DOWN STRAP A. Rear Tie Down Strap B. Handle 8. If the loading surface is not horizontal or is higher than 380 mm (15 in) from the ground, use a winch to unload machine.
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MAINTENANCE Scoutt 37B (3- -01) Home Find... Go To..
STANDARD MODEL PARTS HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This section on HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL will tell you how to: FINDING A PART NUMBER -- Find important machine information for The STANDARD PARTS section lists repair parts ordering correct repair parts. for standard machines.
If parts received are suspected to be incorrect or defective, please contact the Castex/Nobles representative from whom you ordered the part. They will give authorization for return and/or handle replacement shipments when required.
STANDARD MODEL PARTS Clutch Clutch Handle Cable Fig. 7 - - Motor and Wheel Drive Group Scoutt 37B (3- -02) Home Find... Go To..
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STANDARD MODEL PARTS 01054 Fig. 7 - - Motor and Wheel Drive Group Ref. Part No. Description Qty. 50091 Kit, Replmt, Motor, F/ 61035 & 600 079 000 37490 Brush, Motor, Set 50066 Motor, Ele, .8hp [Ohio, Elec. Motor] 50122 Brush, Motor, Set 50125 Brush Holder, With Brushes...
STANDARD MODEL PARTS TO BATTERY NEGATIVE Fig. 10 - - Wire Harnesses Group 02640 Ref. Part No. Description Qty. 60487 Harness, Main Scoutt 37B (3- -01) Home Find... Go To..
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