OPERATION
FIG. 18
2. Clean recovery tank after each use. Use a hose to
rinse out recovery tank. Be careful not to spray
water into float shut-off screen.
3. Replace drain hose plug tightly after draining.
DRAINING SOLUTION TANK
To drain leftover cleaning solution from solution tank
perform the following steps:
1. Pull clear tube off hose barb at rear of machine
and drain solution into floor drain or bucket
(Figure 19).
FIG. 19
2. Rinse solution tank with clean water after each
use. This will prevent clogging due to chemical
buildup.
3. Push solution flow lever forward to rinse out
solution flow system.
4. Reconnect clear tube. Be certain tube is
completely pushed on hose barb.
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BATTERY CHARGING
NOTE: Recharge batteries ONLY after a total of 30
minutes of use or more. This will prolong battery life.
The following charging instructions are intended
for chargers supplied with machine. Only use a
charger with the following specifications to
prevent battery damage.
CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS:
S
OUTPUT VOLTAGE - 24 VOLTS
S
OUTPUT CURRENT - 10 TO 20 AMPS MAXIMUM
S
AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF CIRCUIT
S
FOR DEEP CYCLE BATTERY CHARGING
NOTE: For optimum machine operation, keep
batteries charged at all times. Never let batteries set in
a discharge condition.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and
open flame away. Keep battery compartment open
when charging.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves when handling batteries and
battery cables. Avoid contact with battery acid.
1. Push machine to a well–ventilated area for
charging.
2. Turn machine off.
3. Hinge open recovery tank to access batteries.
Make sure recovery tank is empty before opening
(Figure 20).
FIG. 20
4. Check fluid level (A) in each battery cell. Do not
charge batteries unless fluid is slightly covering
battery plates (B). If needed, add just enough
distilled water to slightly cover plates. DO NOT
overfill. Batteries can overflow during charging due
to expansion. Replace cell caps before charging
(Figure 21).
Tennant 5200 Battery (01–02)