Transporting Machine; Storing Machine - Tennant T3 Manual De Operador Y Lista De Repuestos

SPECIFIC GRAVITY
at 27° C (80°F)
1.265
1.223
1.185
1.148
1.110
NOTE: If the readings are taken when the battery
electrolyte is any temperature other than 27_C (80_F),
the reading must be temperature corrected. Add or
subtract to the specific gravity reading 0.004, 4 points,
for each 6_C (43_F) above or below 27_C (80_F).
2. Always follow proper charging instructions
(See CHARGING BATTERIES).
3. Check the electrolyte level (A) in each battery cell
after charging batteries. The level should be
approximately 1 cm (.375 in) from the bottom of
the fill--port (B). Add distilled water if needed
(Figure 57).
DO NOT OVERFILL.
B
A
FIG. 57
4. Keep the battery tops clean to prevent battery
corrosion.
To clean batteries:
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and eye protection when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
a. Mix a strong solution of baking soda and water
(Figure 58).
FIG. 58
Tennant T3 (10- -04)
BATTERY
CHARGE
100% CHARGED
75% CHARGED
50% CHARGED
25% CHARGED
DISCHARGED
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b. Brush the solution sparingly over the battery
tops and cable connectors.
NOTE: Do not allow baking soda solution to enter
battery cells.
c. Use a wire brush to clean the battery terminals
and cable connectors.
d. After cleaning, apply a coating of clear battery
post protectant to the terminals and cable
connectors.
5. Check for loose or worn cables. Replace if worn.

TRANSPORTING MACHINE

When transporting the machine by use of trailer or
truck, be certain to follow the tie--down procedure
below:
1. Raise the squeegee and scrub head.
2. Load the machine using a recommended loading
ramp.
3. Position the front of machine up against the front
of the trailer or truck. Once the machine is
positioned, lower the scrub head and squeegee.
4. Place a block behind each wheel to prevent the
machine from rolling.
5. Place tie--down straps over the top of machine to
prevent it from tipping. It may be necessary to
install tie-down brackets to the floor of your trailer
or truck.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, use a
recommended ramp when loading/unloading
into/off truck or trailer. Use tie- -down straps to
secure machine to truck or trailer.

STORING MACHINE

1. Charge the batteries before storing. Never store
the machine with discharged batteries.
2. Drain and rinse the tanks thoroughly.
3. Store the machine in a dry area with the squeegee
and scrub head in the up position.
4. Open the recovery tank cover to promote air
circulation.
ATTENTION: Do not expose machine to rain, store
indoors.
5. If storing machine in freezing temperatures, make
sure to drain machine of all water.
For models equipped with the FaST System,
follow the FaST SYSTEM FREEZE
PROTECTION procedure below.
OPERATION
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