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T7AMR (Battery) Rider-Scrubber Operator Manual Hygenic Fully ® Cleanable Tanks TennantTrue ® Parts North America / International 9018134 For the latest Parts Manuals and other Rev. 05 (12-2021) language Operator Manuals, visit: *9018134* www.tennantco.com/manuals...
10400 Clean Street Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2650 Phone: (800) 553-8033 www.tennantco.com 1−Step. Duramer, and Insta-Fit are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company is a US registered trademark of Brain Corp. ® BrainOS are registered trademarks of Trojan Battery Company.
BrainOS, should only be used by trained operators in controlled, restricted environments approved by Brain Corp/Tennant Company. Additional training materials may be provided as to the intended use of the T7AMR Scrubber, and it should only be used in accordance with such training. Use the machine in approved environments in accordance with the Autonomous Navigation Software End User License Agreement (EULA).
While Operating The Machine Front And Side 2d And 3d Cameras .....78 (Robotic Mode Only) .......25 Upper And Lower Lidar Sensors ....78 Scrubbing - Manual Mode ........26 Scrub Brushes And Pads........79 Double Scrubbing .........27 Water Pickup Mode (No Scrubbing) ....28 T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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Jacking Up The Machine ........92 Storage Information ........93 Freeze Protection ..........93 Ec-H2o Models ..........93 Specifications ............94 General Machine Dimensions / Capabilities ..........94 General Machine Performance .....94 Power Type ...........95 Tires ..............95 Conventional Scrubbing ........95 Ec−H2o System ..........95 Machine Dimensions ........96 T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
- In areas with possible falling objects. severe personal injury or death. - With pads or accessories not supplied or approved by Tennant. The use of other pads FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that must be may impair safety. followed for safe operation of equipment.
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- Follow site safety guidelines concerning wet - Do not modify the machine from its original floors. design. - Use Tennant supplied or approved 5. Before leaving or servicing machine: replacement parts. - Stop on level surface. - Turn off machine and remove key.
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Do not install battery pack in unapproved machines. - Dispose of battery in accordance with local regulations. Contact Tennant Service. - Contact Tennant Service or your local regulatory authorities for proper transporting instructions of lithium−ion batteries. - Use only OEM approved battery charger supplied with lithium−ion battery.
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No utilice Lithium-ION batteries materials in inflammables materiales tank. dans le(s) inflamables en réservoir(s). el depósito(s). 25815 Located under the solution fill TPPL batteries port and next to foot pedals. Located on bottom of seat panel. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
U. Right perimeter guard H. Recovery tank cover V. Solution tank fill cap I. Flashing light W. Rear squeegee J. Operator seat X. Squeegee vacuum hose K. Batteries Y. Steering wheel L. Battery charging connector M. Solution tank front cover T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
L. Directional switch C. 1-Step button M. Blue start/pause button D. Horn button N. Signal lights (Rear) E. Brush pressure button F. Brush pressure indicator lights G. Solution flow indicator lights H. Solution flow button T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
C. Sensors – Front 2D camera D. Sensors – Front 3D camera E. Sensors - Side 2D camera (located on each side of machine) F. Sensors - Side 3D camera (located on each side of machine) G. Sensors - Lower LIDAR T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
To install the brushes or pad, see REPLACING DISK SCRUB BRUSHES OR PAD DRIVER or section of this manual. BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries must be charged prior to initial use, see CHARGING THE BATTERIES section of the manual. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Do not use the same bucket for filling and draining the machine. NOTE: For Conventional Scrubbing, only use recommended cleaning detergents. Machine damage due to improper detergent usage will void the manufacturer’s warranty. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
NOTE: ec-H2O Models-During first time use and after replacing the water conditioning cartridge, the ec-H2O system will automatically override the selected solution flow rate for up to 75 minutes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
The solution flow indicator lights display the current solution flow setting. NOTE: It is recommended that medium or high solution flow levels be used for uncoated or unpolished floors (more porous). This applies to both conventional and ec-H2O scrubbing modes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Emergency Stop Button Pressed turned off when the Emergency Stop button is screen will appear on the UI touchscreen. Follow engaged and must be turned back on to continue the instructions on the UI touchscreen. teaching the machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
*Verify if cleaning detergent was added to solution tank. If ec-H2O system was operated with cleaning detergent, drain solution tank, add clear water and operate the ec-H2O system until the indicator light code clears. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
UI touchscreen. When the machine is turned on, the BrainOS software will automatically initialize. Once initialized, a security PIN (Personal Identification Number) must be entered to access BrainOS software and use its robotic functionality. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
See BATTERIES in the MAINTENANCE to the ROC. If the indicator is gray, the ROC is not section. connected and cannot be paired with a cell phone. Connected Not Connected T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
NOTE: Do not drive the machine after selecting the Update button to begin the software update. The software update must be completed before the machine can be operated. 3. When the software update completes, select Done. 4. To complete the update, restart the machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
BRUSH INFORMATION section of this manual ec-H2O system. Conventional cleaning detergents/ or contact a Tennant representative. restorers may cause failure to the ec-H2O solution system. The machine is equipped with BrainOS software that is accessible via the User Interface (UI) touchscreen, also known as the UI touchscreen.
The spring-activated For best results, use the appropriate brush or centering device works with all Tennant pads and pad for the cleaning application. Listed below are allows for fast, easy pad replacement.
(if equipped). F For ec-H2O Scrubbing: Ensure that all conventional cleaning agents are drained and rinsed from the solution tank. F For ec-H2O Scrubbing: Ensure that the solution tank is filled with clear cool water only. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
2° C (38° F). FOR SAFETY: When using machine in manual mode, do not scrub on ramp inclines that exceed 7% / 4° grade or transport (GVWR) on ramp inclines that exceed 10.5% / 6° grade. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
5. Press the propel pedal to begin scrubbing. WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive metals can cause an explosion or fire. Do not pick up. 3. Press the 1-Step button. The light in the button is illuminated. All the preset scrubbing functions will turn on. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
The light above the vacuum fan button will turn off, the squeegee will raise and the vacuum fan will stop operating. Then scrub the area. Let the cleaning solution set on the floor for 3-5 minutes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
The light in the vacuum fan/squeegee button will or fire. Do not pick up. illuminate, the squeegee will lower and the vacuum fan will start operating. Then pick up the water or non-flammable liquid spill. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
If the home marker is moved even slightly, the route may not be performed correctly. • Install home markers at a height of 40 in. (1000 mm) from the floor. 24 in. (610 mm) 40 in. (1000 mm) T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Number) entry, the UI touchscreen displays an Escalator Warning. 6. Read and perform the tasks on the Escalator Warning and then push CONFIRM 3. Read and perform the maintenance reminders. 7. The UI touchscreen displays the main menu. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
English is the default language. 1. Upon successful PIN (Personal Identification Number) entry, the UI touchscreen displays the main menu. Touch SETTINGS. 4. The menus are now displayed in the selected language. 2. Touch LANGUAGE. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
1. Upon successful PIN (Personal Identification Number) entry, the UI touchscreen displays the main menu. Touch SETTINGS. 4. Touch Autonomous Beeps again to turn it off. 2. Touch Autonomous Beeps. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
UI touchscreen. If the machine is driven after scanning the home marker but before selecting the next option, a warning message will appear on the UI touchscreen stating, Please do not move the robot after homing. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
MACHINE AT THE HOME MARKER. • Avoid teaching routes where there is excessive sunlight on the floor surface. Sunlight reflections on the floor surface could adversely affect robotic machine performance. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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Route E is available for a new route. NOTE: If no routes are available, an existing route must be deleted in order to teach a new route. See EDIT / DELETING ROUTES. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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NOTE: Stop and Honk points are not saved on The machine can save stop and honk points along Area Fill perimeter routes. the saved route for auto playback when the saved route is run autonomously. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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DONE and the machine will scan the home marker a second time at the end point of the cleaning route. If the machine does not see the home marker from the right-side camera, the UI touchscreen states Drive to scan my home location. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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NOTE: Selecting SAVE without assigning a label to the route will display the default <NO LABEL>. name to the saved route. 18. Enter a name for the saved route. NOTE: Route labels can have a maximum of 15 characters. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
1. Turn the ON/OFF key switch on. 2. Touch SETTINGS on the main menu on the UI touchscreen. The SETTINGS menu is displayed. 5. Pairing is successful when the cell phone receives a confirmation text message. 3. Touch MOBILE ALERTS. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
(double scrub) position. Lower the squeegee if it is in the raised double scrub position. 2. Turn the ON/OFF key switch on. 3. When the main menu appears on the UI touchscreen, touch CLEAN. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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6. Select the cleaning route(s) to be run. The list of all existing routes for the scanned home cleaning routes will operate continuously in marker. the order they are selected as displayed in the corner of each selected route. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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1. Secure the yellow safety straps. 2. Push the Start/Pause button. The UI touchscreen also displays a rotating machine image that shows securing the yellow safety straps and highlighting the blue start/ pause button on the back of the machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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13. A screen stating Repeat On Route(s) will repeat until cancelled. appears on the screen. 16. Press the flashing blue start/pause button to start the robotic route. The yellow warning light flashes and the horn sounds to signal that robotic cleaning is starting. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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20. Press the blue start/pause button to resume the route in robotic mode. Observe scrubbing performance to ensure that all components are functioning properly. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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27. Touch RUN ROUTE to select another cleaning route to run in robotic mode (see previous steps). 28. If finished cleaning, drive the machine to a designated parking station, insert the key into the ON/OFF key switch and turn the ON/OFF key switch off. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
The white portions are areas that have not been cleaned. 5. When finished checking the cleaning history, touch BACK to return to the SETTINGS menu. Touch BACK again to return to the main menu. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
If necessary, the machine can still be manually main menu. Touch LEARN. driven but all scrubber functions are disabled. 2. Select the desired video from the list of videos. 3. Touch BACK to return to the main menu. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
UI touchscreen. 3. Touch ROUTES. 5. All existing routes for the selected home location are displayed on the UI touchscreen. Touch the route to edit. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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9. Touch DELETE ROUTE to permanently delete the selected route from the machine. NOTE: Route labels can have a maximum of 15 characters. NOTE: Touch BACK to cancel the route deletion and return to the list of existing routes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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The deleted route no longer appears on the screen. 12. If finished deleting routes for the selected home marker, touch BACK to return to the SETTINGS menu. Touch BACK again to return to the main menu. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
3. Tilt the operator seat forward and hook the seat latch into place to hold up the seat. 4. Remove the recovery tank drain hose. While holding the hose up, remove the plug, then slowly lower the drain hose to the floor drain or sink. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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11. Tilt the recovery tank back to access the solution tank. Make sure the recovery tank is 7. Replace the recovery tank drain hose cap and empty before tilting. mount the drain hose back onto the mounting clip after the tank is drained. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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Wipe the bottom of the cover and the tank seal before replacing the cover. 16. Replace the solution tank drain hose cap and mount the drain hose back onto the mounting clip after the tank is drained. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
LED flash. Batteries need to be Beep or chirp 1. Drive the machine to a charging BATTERY IS charged. every 10 seconds. station. TOO LOW * 2. Turn off the machine. 2. Inspect and charge the batteries. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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If necessary, press the 1-Step button for an additional minute of operation to pick up standing water or solution. **See EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON for Emergency Stop related screens/alerts. NOTE: Contact a Tennant Service representative for all other fault codes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Machine is off 1. Follow the blue arrow and drive to ROBOT IS OFF designated scrubbing the red path. PATH path. 2. When correct, the path will turn white. 3. Press rear BLUE Start/Pause button to start. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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3. If issue continues, contact Customer Service. Person or object on 1. Check that the seat is clear. SEAT SENSOR operator seat while 2. Press rear BLUE Start/Pause TRIGGERED machine is in robotic button to start. mode. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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223, 224, 225 Dirty, smudged, or 1. Clean all the sensors with a clean SENSOR damaged sensor(s). microfiber cloth. ERROR 2. Inspect for damage and obstructions. 3. If no issues are found, press the BLUE Start/Pause button to resume. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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2. If clear, release the emergency ENGAGED stop. 507, 508 Obstacle(s) on 1. Make sure the robot’s path is clear PATH IS cleaning route. or drive past any obstacles. BLOCKED 2. Press rear BLUE Start/Pause button to start. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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3. Press rear BLUE Start/Pause button to start. 40002, 40006 Steering electronic/ 1. Turn off the machine. STEERING mechanical issue. 2. Wait 15 seconds. ERROR 3. Turn on the machine. 4. If issue persists, contact Customer Service. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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* All scrubbing functions stop, but the machine can still be driven. If necessary, press the 1-Step button for an additional minute of operation to pick up standing water or solution. NOTE: Contact a Tennant Service representative for all other fault codes. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
See CAMERAS AND SENSORS in the MAINTENANCE section. Restart the machine. Contact Customer Service if the problem(s) persist(s). Refer to the error table below to determine the cause and remedy for the message. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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1. Carefully clean front 3D camera with a clean microfiber cloth and 5023 Responding inspect for damage.* 2. Note whether LEDs on camera are flashing.** 3. Restart machine. 4. Contact Customer Service immediately if machine remains inoperable after several restart attempts. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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Sensor Error 1. Make sure the machine has room to move. 2. If necessary, drive the machine past any obstacles. 3. If clear, press the rear Blue button. 40006 Steering Error 1. Turn off machine. 2. Reboot Machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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3D camera. *** NOTE: It may be necessary to provide a close up photograph/video of the LIDAR to send to Customer Service to determine the extent of possible damage or issues causing the LIDAR to be inoperable. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Mode) Poor 1-Step button not on Turn 1-Step button on scrubbing Improper detergent or brushes used Contact Tennant service representative performance Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank Solution tank empty Fill solution tank Debris caught on scrub brushes or pads...
*Verify if cleaning detergent was added to solution tank. If ec-H2O system was operated with cleaning detergent, drain solution tank, add clear water and operate the ec-H2O system until the indicator light code clears. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
(Check every 100 hours after initial 500 hour check) Propelling motor Check motor brushes (Check every 100 hours after initial 500 hour check) Tires Check for damage and wear LUBRICANT/FLUID Distilled water SAE 90 weight gear lubricant T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
NOTE: Do Not check the electrolyte level if the machine is equipped with a battery watering system. 08247 FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, keep all metal objects off batteries. Avoid contact with battery acid. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Opportunity charging (i.e. partial charge cycle If the indicator flashes red the battery has a fault. of a half hour or more) is only recommended if Contact Tennant Service to fix the fault. discharge level is below 80%. – Do not operate machine in temperatures above 131°F / 55°C or below −4°F / −20°C.
Refer to the off-board machine. The use of other battery chargers that battery charger owners manual for operating are not supplied and approved by Tennant are instructions. prohibited. Refer to the charger owners manual for additional information. Contact distributor or FOR SAFETY: Do not disconnect the off- Tennant for battery charger recommendations.
Solid GREEN Charge Complete Machine ready for use Rapid AMBER flashing (0.5 sec- Issue with Battery Detected Battery Issue. See ond ON; 0.5 second OFF) troubleshooting section. Solid RED Charger internal failure Charger issue. See troubleshooting section. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
6. After adding water, replace the dust cap on the battery fill hose and store the hand pump hose inside the machine’s battery compartment for future use. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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1. Fully charge batteries prior to using the battery watering system. Do not add water to batteries before charging, the electrolyte level will expand and may overflow when charging. 2. After charging batteries, check the battery electrolyte level indicators located on the battery covers. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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The white float will rise when full. High Float = Full 7. After adding water, replace the dust cap on the battery fill hose and store the hand pump hose inside the machine’s battery compartment for future use. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
100 hours after the initial 500 hours. Circuit Rating Circuit Protected Breaker Instrument panel - power Accessories 20 A AMR system (S/N 10000000-10962697) AMR system (S/N 10962698- 10 A Brain module T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Side 2D and 3D cameras are located on each side bottom surfaces are completely clear of all dirt, of the machine. smudges, and/or other debris. Use a flashlight to inspect these sensor surfaces and ensure they are thoroughly cleaned. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
1. Stop machine on a level surface. Make sure the scrub head is in the raised position. 2. Turn the machine ON/OFF key switch off. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, turn off machine, and remove key. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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10. If the scrub brush located on the left side of the 7. Set the yellow spring clip to the open position machine was changed/removed: Close and to make brush installation easier. Press spring resecure the left perimeter guard. clip together and downward to set. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
3. Flip or replace the scrub pad, center the scrub pad on the pad driver. Then reinstall the center disk to secure the pad in place on the pad driver. 4. Reinsert the pad driver into the machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
5. Install the new cartridge and reconnect the two hoses. Make sure the hose connectors are fully inserted into new cartridge. 2. Remove the battery compartment shroud from machine to access cartridge. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
STEERING U-JOINT Solution flow button The steering u-joint is located directly below the steering motor. Check for damage or wear and lubricate the steering u-joint after every 200 hours. 7. Reinstall the battery compartment shroud and operator seat. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Then loosen both rear squeegee assembly mounting knobs. 7. Loosen the two outer knobs on the rear squeegee assembly. Remove the front squeegee blade from the squeegee assembly. 4. Pull the rear squeegee assembly from the machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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14. Reinstall the squeegee vacuum hose onto the rear squeegee assembly. 11. Reinstall the rear squeegee retaining band onto the squeegee assembly. Be sure each of the flanges on the retaining band are seated in the cut outs in the rear squeegee assembly. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
6. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if necessary. 5. Drive the machine forward again to recheck the squeegee blade deflection after adjustments are made. 6. Readjust the squeegee blade deflection if necessary. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
The skirts should clear the floor by 0 to 6 mm (0 to 0.25 in) when the scrub brushes are new and the scrub head is down. The bristles should lightly touch the floor. Replace damaged and/or worn bristle assemblies. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
There are two solution tank seals. Check the seal for damage and wear after every 100 hours of operation. A front seal is located on the bottom of the solution tank cover. A rear seal is located on the bottom of the recovery tank. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
15.8% / 9° grade. NOTE: The machine ability to climb a ramp is affected by tire wear, ramp surface, weather conditions, and other factors. Trailering should only be performed by personnel trained on how to safely load a machine. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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10. Ensure all tie-down straps are fully tightened and machine is completely secure on the trailer or truck. 11. Stow/secure all parts removed from the machine in a safe place where they will not be lost or damaged. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, block machine tires before jacking machine up. Use a hoist or jack that will support the weight of the machine. Jack machine up at designated locations only. Block machine up with jack stands. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Operate machine in the ec-H2O mode to cycle antifreeze through ec-H2O system. After storing machine in freezing temperatures, drain any remaining antifreeze from the solution tank. Add clean water to solution tank and operate the machine to flush system. T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
Maximum ramp incline for loading – Empty (Manual mode only) 15.8% / 9° Maximum ramp incline for scrubbing - (Manual mode) 7% / 4° Maximum ambient temperature for machine operation 40° C (104° F) Minimum temperature for operating machine scrubbing functions 2° C (36° F) T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS 740 mm (29 in) 800 mm 850 mm (31.5 in) (34 in) 1450 mm (57 in) Track Wheel base (at rear wheels) 971 mm 724 mm (31.2 in) (28.5 in) 1645 mm (65 in) T7AMR 9018134 (12-2021)
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