Tennant M17 User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Megan ScottSep 8, 2025
What to do if Tennant Scrubber has poor scrubbing performance?
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  Danielle BensonSep 8, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber isn't scrubbing well, try these steps: remove any debris from the brushes; contact a Tennant representative for recommendations regarding detergent or brushes pads; replace the scrub brushes or pads if they're worn; reduce the scrub brush down pressure if it's excessive; level the scrub head if the brush pressure is uneven; empty the debris trough if it's full; replace the belts if there are broken brush drive belts on the cylindrical scrub head; charge the battery until the charger automatically turns off if the battery charge is low.
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kathleen50Aug 23, 2025
Why Tennant M17 machine will not operate?
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  Karen CastroAug 23, 2025
  Your Tennant Scrubber might not be operating due to several reasons: the emergency stop button may be activated (reset it); there may be a machine fault detected (refer to FAULT INDICATORS or WARNING CODES); the battery may be discharged (charge it); the battery cables may be loose (tighten them); the battery may be faulty (replace it); the key switch or control board may be faulty (contact a Tennant service representative).
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Misty PhillipsAug 25, 2025
Why is my Tennant M17 leaving trailing water?
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  pattersonlarryAug 26, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber is leaving water behind, it could be due to: * Worn squeegee blades. Rotate or replace them. * The squeegee may be out of adjustment. Adjust the squeegee. * The squeegee assembly might be clogged. Clean the squeegee assembly. * A vacuum hose could be loose. Secure the vacuum hose connections. * The vacuum hose may be damaged. Replace the vacuum hose. Also, check for debris caught on the squeegee and remove it. Ensure the tank cover is completely closed, and replace any torn seals on the recovery tank.
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Amy RamirezAug 27, 2025
What to do if Tennant Scrubber has trailing water and poor water pickup?
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  Mitchell FrancisAug 27, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber is leaving water behind, here's what you can do: * Rotate or replace the squeegee blades if they are worn. * Adjust the squeegee if it's out of adjustment. * Clean the squeegee assembly if it's clogged. * Secure any loose vacuum hose connections, and replace the vacuum hose if it's damaged. * Clean the vacuum fan inlet filter if it's dirty. * Remove any debris caught on the squeegee. * Reconnect or replace the vacuum hose if it's disconnected or damaged. * Check for obstructions if the tank cover isn't completely closed. * Replace the seals on the recovery tank if they are torn.
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Mrs. Jeanne GonzalezAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Tennant M17 Scrubber machine will not operate?
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  Lauren JonesAug 28, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber isn't operating, there are several potential causes: * The emergency stop button may be activated. Reset it to see if that resolves the issue. * The battery may be discharged. Charge the battery. * There might be loose battery cables. Tighten them. * The battery may be faulty. Replace the battery. If these steps don't work, there may be a machine fault detected. See FAULT INDICATORS or WARNING CODES.
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barbarabuckleyAug 29, 2025
What to do if my Tennant Scrubber has poor scrubbing performance?
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  Susan HendersonAug 29, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber's performance is lacking, consider these potential causes: * Debris caught on the scrub brushes. Remove any debris. * Scrub brushes pads worn. Replace the scrub brushes or pads. * Excessive brush pressure. Reduce the scrub brush down pressure. * Uneven brush pressure. Level the scrub head. * Debris trough full. Empty the debris trough. Also, ensure the battery is fully charged.
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colemanlaurenSep 13, 2025
Why Tennant Scrubber scrubbing vacuum fan will not turn on?
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  Elizabeth HallSep 13, 2025
  The scrubbing vacuum fan on your Tennant Scrubber may not turn on if the recovery tank is full (drain it) or if foam is filling the recovery tank (empty it). Consider using less detergent or changing it, or use a defoamer to prevent foam buildup.
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Andre LiuSep 10, 2025
Why Tennant M17 Scrubber has little or no solution flow to the floor?
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  Marcus SimpsonSep 10, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber isn't dispensing solution, check if the solution tank is empty (fill it), ensure the solution flow is turned on, flush the solution supply lines if they're plugged, and clean or replace the solution solenoid if it's clogged or stuck.
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juliachristianSep 7, 2025
What to do if ES System does not function on Tennant M17?
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  Jean WhiteSep 7, 2025
  If the ES system on your Tennant Scrubber isn't functioning, try these steps: * Ensure the ES button is turned on. Turn on ES button. * The ES sensor in the tank may be dirty or not correctly positioned. Clean or reposition the sensor. * Water level in recovery tank too low. Fill recovery tank approximately half full. * Water level in solution tank too low. Fill solution tank.
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dylan40Sep 4, 2025
What to do if my Tennant M17 Scrubber has excessive dusting?
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  David WilliamsSep 4, 2025
  If your Tennant Scrubber is producing excessive dust, consider these solutions: * Brush skirts and dust seals may be worn, damaged, or out of adjustment. Replace or adjust them. * The hopper dust filter could be clogged. Shake and/or replace the dust filter. * The sweep vacuum fan seal might be damaged. Replace the vacuum fan seal. * The Thermo-Sentry tripped. Allow Thermo-Sentry to cool. * The sweeping vacuum fan off. Turn on vacuum fan. * The Perma-Filter clogged. Clean Perma-Filter.