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VI.
HOW TO PREPARE THE CARPET
SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR FOR
UPHOLSTERY AND STAIR
CLEANING
(only for models with an attachment hose and
upholstery/stair cleaning nozzle)
Vacuum Upholstery or Stairs
Vacuum upholstery and stairs with a vacuum cleaner’s
attachment tool. Use a crevice tool for hard to reach areas
such as tufts and corners.
IMPORTANT:
Cleaning some upholstery fabrics
with a wet cleaning solution may
damage the fabric. Know what the
fabric content is and how to clean
it before using a cleaning solution
on upholstery fabrics.
Most manufacturers care code their fabrics with cleaning
methods. Some very delicate and unusual fabrics are DRY
CLEAN ONLY. If in doubt of the fabric type, call a dealer or
take a cushion or arm cover to a dealer for advice.
Check the stuffing material if possible
Look inside the cushions or on the underneath side. If filling
is a dark color, it may bleed through and discolor the fabric.
Most stuffing material that is white to light yellow is colorfast
and will not bleed colors through to the fabric covering.
Test clean a hidden area
Be sure to test clean a hidden area several hours before
starting to clean. Let the test area dry completely. Inspect
for changes in color, bleeding, stretching, or shrinking. Test
another area if in doubt.
Pretest for Color Fastness
Before cleaning the upholstery, we recommend testing it
for color fastness. Moisten a white towel with the cleaning
solution. Test a small area of the cushion back. Gently rub
the cloth over the area. Check each area for color bleeding.
If the towel does not pick up any color, it should be safe to
use the cleaning solution on the entire area.
Fabric Code Ratings:
• W for wet clean.
• S-W for solvent-dry or wet clean.
• S for solvent-dry clean only. Do not wet clean.
