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Dual Technology Rider Carpet Cleaner Service Information Manual More than clean, it’s ReadySpace. Hygenic Fully Cleanable Tanks 1032129 North America Rev. 01 (12-2006) *1032129* www.tennantco.com...
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2. (B) Identify the machine serial number from the data label. Refer to the Tennant Parts Manual NOTE: Only use TENNANT Company supplied or equivalent parts. Parts and supplies may be ordered online, by phone, by fax or by mail.
R14 Service Information Manual Table of Contents page SAFETY WARNINGS…………………………………………………..…………………………………… iv MACHINE INFORMATION Component Locator Charts Control Panel Details…………………………………………………..…………………… 1 Battery Compartment Area Details…………………………………………………..…… 2 Rear Machine Area Details…………………………………………………..……………3 Underside Details…………………………………………………..………………………4 Machine Specifications…………………………………………………..………………………… 5 Machine Dimensions…………………………………………………..…………………………… 6 MAINTENANCE Circuit Breakers / Fuses……………………………………………………………………………7 Charging Batteries…………………………………………………………………………………...
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R14 Service Information Manual BEFORE CONDUCTING TESTS: Read and Follow ALL Safety Warnings and Precautions in Operator's Manual Always use an ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) strap when working near the Control Board Be cautious when working near Control Board – Battery voltage is...
R14 – Component Locator (Page 3 of 4) Rear Machine Area Details SW4 Solution Tank Empty Switch FRONT MTR4 & MTR9 Vacuum Fan Motors SW3 Recovery Tank Full Switch SW8 Hose Switch FRONT REAR VIEW R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
73 dBA** * Run times are based on Continuous Scrubbing Run Times. ** Sound pressure (ISO 11201) as recommended by the American Association of Cleaning Equipment Manufacturers (AACEM) and OSHA. Specifications are subject to change without notice. R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
FIG. 40 handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid 4. Connect the charger’s AC power supply cord into a contact with battery acid. properly grounded wall outlet. (Page 1 of 11) R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
(Figure 44). Allow the filter to completely dry before WARNING: Electrical Hazard. Disconnect reinstalling. Battery Cables Before Servicing Machine. ATTENTION: Contact an authorized service center for machine repairs. Machine repairs performed by other than an authorized person will void your warranty. FIG. 44 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
Electrical malfunction may occur. FIG. 49 2. Remove any entangled carpet fibers and debris from the extractor brushes (Figure 50). Replace the brushes if damaged or worn. FIG. 47 FIG. 50 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
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FIG. 54 5. Remove the extraction vacuum shoes and rinse out the debris buildup (Figure 53). Use a pointed object to clean the vacuum shoe intake slot. (See Figure 54 for Extraction Vacuum Shoe Removal.) FIG. 53 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
The position of the spray nozzles is set at a 3° angle (Figure 57). Restorative extraction spray pattern TOP VIEW ° Push retainer tab upward to release spray tip. Spray nozzle angle FIG. 60 FIG. 57 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
This MOTOR MAINTENANCE procedure requires the machine to sit overnight. Contact an Authorized Tennant Service Center for a. Remove rollers/brushes from the scrub head. carbon brush replacement. b. Pour 3 gal / 11 L of hot water into the solution Replace the carbon brushes as directed.
(Figure 66). FOR SAFETY: When brake is disengaged, do not push or tow the machine on inclines. FOR SAFETY: When brake is disengaged, do not operate machine. FIG. 64 FIG. 66 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS 5. Place a block behind each wheel (Figure 68). Refer to the Parts List Manual for recommended stock items. Stock Items are clearly identified with a bullet preceding the parts description. See example below: R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
Plugged solution tank filter Clean solution tank filter Clogged solution line filter Clean solution line filter Faulty pump or solution solenoid Contact Service Center Clogged solution line Flush plumbing system Spray nozzle out of alignment Realign spray nozzle R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
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Spray nozzles drip when not in Clean or replace spray tip filter Clogged spray tip filter/check valve (Restorative Extraction spray tips) (See SOLUTION FLOW Clean or replace solution solenoid Clogged or faulty solution solenoid. DIAGRAM for reference) R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
Horn repeatedly beeps eight times Emergency stop button activated Turn button clockwise and restart key to reset Horn repeatedly beeps nine times Key switch turned on with battery Unplug battery charger before charger plugged into machine starting machine R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS GROUP - - SECTION 1 OF 5 STOP STOP HORN HORN MOVE MOVE R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
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4B A SWITCH A 14D HOUR METER A 21 NEGATIVE 13B C STAND- - OFF E 5A MAIN COIL E 6A C 1B MAIN CONTACTOR POSITIVE C 50A STAND- - OFF 42E 13S TO SEAT WIRE HARNESS R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
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ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS GROUP - - SECTION 4 OF 5 MTR2 MTR3 FRONT REAR BRUSH MOTOR BRUSH MOTOR FRONT (+) REAR (- - ) DETAIL C- - C CONTINUED DETAIL D- - D ROTATED 90 DEG MTR5 EXTRACT ACTUATOR R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
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DETAIL D- - D CONTINUED ROTATED 90 DEG HORN HOSE FLSH SWITCH 42G 29 14H 14J 14J 14K SOLUTION TANK PUMP READY SPACE FLUSH EXTRACTOR LOW SWITCH MOTOR WATER VALVE WATER VALVE SOLENOID SOL 1 SOL2 WATER VALVE SOL3 R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
R14 – Main Harness to Control Board 35 Pin Connector Detail input or active output voltage inactive voltage pin # wire # function/component empty empty empty output SOL1 ReadySpace solenoid valve output Main contactor output SOL3 ReadySpace flush solenoid valve...
Example of Wiring Numbers & Colors: Wiring Color Codes (Unless otherwise marked) Right Most Digit Color of Wire of Wire Number Pink Brown Orange 1 RED 13 BLK Yellow Green Blue Purple Gray White R14 1032129 REV.01 (12-06)
R14 - Key OFF Power Distribution CONDITIONS: Key OFF, battery charger NOT CONNECTED to charger plug 6 VDC 6 VDC 6 VDC 6 VDC 1 RED 13 BLK 1 RED 1 RED 13 BLK 13 BLK STANDOFF 1 CHARGER PLUG...
R14 – Operational Modes & Interlocks Mode Entry Sequence Indicator Function −Directional Switch Forward −Directional Switch in Forward position Forward Forward movement of machine −Propel Pedal Depressed −Directional Switch Reverse −Directional Switch in Reverse position Reverse Reverse movement of machine −Horn Sounding continuously ON &...
R14 – Diagnostic & Fault Alarms Alarm Codes Mode Entry Sequence Alarm Sequence Function Alerts nearby persons of machine Directional switch backward movement (Note: Back-up Back-Up Alarm Horn sounds beep cycle (repeats) placed in REVERSE alarm will not sound when machine is placed in "Hospital"...
R14 – Diagnostic & Configuration Modes Mode Entry Sequence Indicator Function Upper Speed (+) LED blinks Tens of day of month, Upper Brush Pressure (+) LED blinks Single day of month Display Software Press and hold ReadySpace Lower Speed (-) LED blinks Tens of month,...
R14 – Display Software Revision Mode TO ENTER: • Press and hold ReadySpace Button • Turn key switch ON, wait 10 seconds • Release Button READING THE SOFTWARE REVISION: • Upper Speed (+) LED blinks Tens of DAY of month, Upper Brush Pressure (+) LED blinks Single DAY of month •...
R14 – Self Test Mode TO ENTER: • Press and hold ReadySpace & Extraction Buttons • Turn key switch ON • Release Buttons after the relay clicks • The entire Self Test takes approximately 40 seconds • At the Start of the Self Test, the Front Brush motor turns ON •...
R14 – Input Display Mode The purpose of the Input Display Mode is to show the condition of various control board inputs TO ENTER: • Press and hold the Wand Button • Turn key switch ON • Release Button after the # 4 Battery LED blinks...
R14 – Manual Mode The purpose of the Manual Mode is to allow the technician to exercise individual cleaning functions on the machine. In Manual Mode, most of the Normal mode interlocks are disabled. All Propel functions are disabled in Manual Mode. Extreme care must be exercised when operating the machine in this mode.
R14 – Propel/Brake Diagnostics (Page 1 of 2) TO ENTER: • Press and hold ReadySpace & Propel Speed Buttons • Turn key switch ON • Release Buttons after ReadySpace LED (if in Forward) or Extraction LED (if in Reverse) is lit...
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R14 – Propel/Brake Diagnostics (Page 2 of 2) Propel & Brake Pedal Data Notes Pedal LED group Lit LED's Pedal Position Input Voltage Level Released below 1.3 VDC Brush Machine must be in Propel Slightly Depressed 1.3 to 1.89 VDC Propel Pressure &...
R14 – Reverse Alarm Select Mode Reverse Alarm Select Mode allows enabling or disabling of the Backup Alarm TO ENTER: • Put directional switch in Reverse • Press & Hold Horn Button • Turn key switch ON • If Back-up Alarm is silent, Hospital (Quiet) Mode has been selected •...
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