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How This Machine Works

This carpet extractor is an electrical powered, self 
contained portable carpet extractor intended for 
commercial use. The appliance sprays a cleaning 
solution onto the carpet, agitates the wet carpet and 
then extracts the soiled solution back into the unit's 
recovery tank. The appliance is usable with an optional 
hand tool for cleaning upholstery and stairs.

The machine is also designed to restore your carpet 
using carpet extraction chemicals. 

The machine is designed to apply cleaning solution 
onto carpeted floor, scrub the carpet with its brush, and 
then vacuum the soiled water back into the recovery 
tank.

The machine is designed to maintain your carpet using 
the Encapsulating Interim Carpet Cleaning Process. By 
using the Interim Carpet Maintainer in conjunction with 
Windsor Red Carpet Encapsulating Interim Cleaning 
(W450-4) or Encapsulating Interim Cleaning with 
Carpet Protection (W455-4) chemical solution, you can 
perform a regular light cleaning and grooming of your 
carpet very quickly, and have the carpet dry and ready 
for traffic within 30 minutes.

 The machine's primary systems are the solution 
system, scrub system, recovery system and operator 
control system.

The function of the solution system is to store mixed 
solution and deliver solution to the appropriate spray 
jet(s) or port. The solution system consists of the 
solution tank, strainer, pump, solenoid valves, spray 
jets and accessory port. The solution tank stores the 
water and chemical solution The strainer protects the 
system from debris. The solution pump moves the 
cleaning solution flow. The solenoids control the 
direction of the solution flow. The jets deliver the 
solution to the floor. The accessory port allows connec-
tion to a hand tool.

The function of the scrub system is to scrub the carpet, 
mix the cleaning solution with the soil and lift and 
groom the carpet pile. The scrub system consists of a 
cylindrical brush and a motor. The brush scrubs the 
carpet as the motor drives the brush. The floating brush 
allows for the proper amount of agitation given various 
carpet types and brush wear.

The function of the recovery system is to vacuum the 
soiled water back into the recovery tank. The recovery 
system consists of the vacuum shoe, vacuum motor, 
float ball filter and recovery tank. The vacuum shoe 
extracts the dirty solution from the carpet as the 
machine moves forward. The vacuum motor provides 
suction to draw the dirty solution off the floor and into 
the recovery tank. The float ball filter protects the 
vacuum fan from debris and foam. The recovery tank 
stores the dirty solution.

The function of the operator control system is to allow 
the operator to select the desired function to perform.

NOTE: For best results, use this machine 
immediately after vacuuming. Do not use this 
machine as a vacuum cleaner. It is not intended to 
vacuum dry dust, only soiled water.

This appliance is not suitable for picking up hazardous 
dust.

Cet appareil n'est pas conçu pour aspirer des pous-
sières dangereuses.

8.645-280.0  Manual Operator Flotilla  BRC 45-38

Summary of Contents for Flotilla BRC 45/38

Page 1: ...Register your product www kaercher com welcome 8 645 280 0 B 03 24 23 Flotilla BRC 45 38 120V English 02 From Serial Number Ref No 1 See Serial Number page in Spare Parts List or call manufacturer...

Page 2: ...280 0 Manual Operator Flotilla BRC 45 38 Machine Data Label Overview This carpet extractor is an electrical powered portable carpet extractor intended for commercial use The appliance sprays a cleanin...

Page 3: ...intenance Guides Startup 18 Settings History Codes 18 Reset the Machine 19 Errors 20 Check 21 Components 22 Transporting The Machine Over Stairs 22 Pre Run Setup 23 Filling The Solution Tank 24 Operat...

Page 4: ...Levels of hazards are identified that could result in product damage personal injury or severe injury resulting in death The OPERATIONS section is to familiarize the operator with the operation and f...

Page 5: ...tly replace them Emplacement De L tiquette De S curit REMARQUE Ces dessins indiquent l emplacement des tiquettes de s curit sur la machine Si tout moment les tiquettes deviennent illisibles contactez...

Page 6: ...rry machine by electrical cord use as a handle close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not allow the supply cord to come into contact with the rotating brushes Keep cord awa...

Page 7: ...n e le coincer dans l embrasure d un e porte ou l appuyer contre des ar tes vives ou des coins Ne pas faire rouler l appareil sur le cordon Ne pas laisser le cordon d alimentation entrer en contact av...

Page 8: ...ne damage or faulty operation immediately Do not use the machine if it is not in proper operating condition Following is information that signals some potentially dangerous conditions to the operator...

Page 9: ...e subi par la machine ou fonctionnement d fectueux Ne pas utiliser la machine si elle ne fonctionne pas correctement Ci dessous se trouvent les informations indiquant les conditions potentiellement da...

Page 10: ...this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in Fig B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet Fig A can be installed by...

Page 11: ...ccessory port The solution tank stores the water and chemical solution The strainer protects the system from debris The solution pump moves the cleaning solution flow The solenoids control the directi...

Page 12: ...pliance Cet appareil n est pas pr vu l usage des personnes enfants y compris avec des possibilit s physiques sensori elles ou mentales r duites ou le manque d exp rience et de connaissance moins qu il...

Page 13: ...BS core Cleaning Path 18 45 7 cm Flow Rate Interim 0 08 gpm 0 30 lpm Restorative 0 75 gpm 2 88 lpm Solution Spray Interim One quick disconnect jet Restorative Two quick disconnect jet Solution Tank 10...

Page 14: ...ving the machine in an opposite direction The yellow trigger switch on the steering wheel will turn on the brush and solutions depending on which mode the control switch is in Main Control Membrane St...

Page 15: ...Blue indicates the machine is in Eco mode Main Control Membrane Modes Settings Allows the user access to Configuration Guides and Codes menus Encapsulation The brush will spin and solution will be sp...

Page 16: ...only MODE Encapsulate MODE Deep extract MODE Tool SPEED Default Min Max Configuration Maintenance SETTINGS History Used for quiet cleaning with propelling with brushes and lower vacuum Used to clean w...

Page 17: ...eutsch LANGUAGE Fran ais Espa ol Language Machine Hours Product Page CONFIGURATION Fran ais English Deutsch LANGUAGE Fran ais English Deutsch LANGUAGE Deutsch LANGUAGE Fran ais Espa ol Software Ver CO...

Page 18: ...ORY Codes CODES empty Configuration Maintenance SETTINGS End CODES Hour 00001 Error Vacuum motor high load Mode Deep extract Next code CODES Mode Deep extract Error Sensor failure Hour 00001 History C...

Page 19: ...If nothing on the machine is turning on reset the machine by pressing the breaker This should take care of most issues If this does not work contact your service representative Circuit Breaker 8 645...

Page 20: ...g 1 2 BRUSH ERROR Clean Unplug 1 2 BRUSH ERROR Turn off 1 2 Rest 60 minutes BRUSH ERROR BRUSH ERROR Turn off 1 2 Rest 60 minutes Turn off 1 2 Rest 60 minutes DRIVE MOTOR ERROR DRIVE MOTOR ERROR Turn o...

Page 21: ...omplete now Remind later Use quick guide Yes No Use quick guide Yes No MAINTENANCE CHECK Float ball strainer Corrected Yes continue No go back ERROR Corrected Yes continue No go back ERROR if error is...

Page 22: ...l as the machine will pivot around the steering column Components 1 Operator Controls and Display 8 Dirty Water Clear Observation Cover 2 Recovery Lid 9 Recovery Drain Hose 3 Recovery Tank 10 Control...

Page 23: ...ee Filling the Solution Tank instructions 3 To adjust handle to comfortable operating position loosen knob slide to comfortable height and tighten 4 Plug cord into grounded outlet Place the power cord...

Page 24: ...ly read ingredients on manufacturer s label before using any product in this machine Chemicals Product Trademark Names REMOVE FILL COVER STEP 1 REPLACE SOLUTION FILL COVER STEP 4 STEP 2 OR ADD WATER 1...

Page 25: ...e Switch for the desired results See Display section for detailed description of each function 2 Turn on Solution Switch Press the bottom of the switch to turn solution on Press the top of the switch...

Page 26: ...f the Reverse Switch to make the machine travel backward while the yellow trigger switch is depressed 4 Start at wall closest to power outlet For large areas operate machine in parallel passes overlap...

Page 27: ...uum intake Any amount of water or foam entering the vacuum system can damage the vacuum motor If you notice either condition shut down the machine immediately Empty recovery tank and or add defoamer t...

Page 28: ...drain Regulate the flow by the amount you squeeze the hose 6 Rotate the tank in a spiral direction to drain all dirty water from the back left corner 7 Use cold water to rinse all debris from the ins...

Page 29: ...remain connected at all times 3 Disconnect vacuum hose from the vacuum shoe and connect the hand tool to the vacuum hose connection as shown 4 Select hand tool position on main rotary control switch 5...

Page 30: ...t solution tank Clean outside of all tanks and check for damage Run vacuum motor for at least one minute to allow motor to dry Store with recovery dome and solution lid removed to allow the tank to dr...

Page 31: ...1 Maintenance Components 1 Brush 5 Solution Strainer 2 Deep Extraction Jets 6 Spray Jet Interim 3 Float Shut off 7 Vacuum Shoe 4 Solution Drain Hose 8 645 280 0 Manual Operator Flotilla BRC 45 38 6 2...

Page 32: ...be repaired or replaced to eliminate vacuum or solution pressure loss If the cable insulation is broken or frayed repair or replace it immediately Do not take chances with electrical fire or shock Dai...

Page 33: ...ean Separate vacuum shoe by removing 12 nut and bolts and pulling 2 halves apart When putting the vacuum shoe halves back together put medium strength thread locker on all screws Do not allow any wate...

Page 34: ...Motor Transmission cover not shown 4 Vacuum Motor 5 Solution Pump Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs Seul le personnel d entretien qualifi peut effectuer des r...

Page 35: ...replace when the brush is no longer able to make contact with the ground 8 Check to see if the end cap and bearing spin freely and smoothly Clean and replace if necessary Scrub Brush Replacement Only...

Page 36: ...the flow of power in the event of an electrical overload When a circuit breaker is tripped reset it by pressing the button If a circuit breaker continues to trip contact your service representative Ci...

Page 37: ...6424140 PUMP 86003630 FLOAT SHUT OFF 86409460 STRAINER 86412780 JET MINI PROMAX 2 86454460 JET MINI PROMAX 86004570 JET BODY 3 86405000 ROLLER BRUSH 86426430 RECOVERY DRAIN HOSE 86403040 SOLUTION HOSE...

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