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1

. Remove furniture from the area to

be cleaned. Large pieces can be moved
to opposite end of the room from
where you start cleaning.

2.

Vacuum carpet thoroughly to

remove all loose debris.

3.

Make sure all switches are in the

OFF

position.

4.

Using the bucket shipped with unit,

mix cleaning chemical following the
direction on the label. Make sure The

bucket is 

CLEAN

and always clean the

bucket after each use.

5.

If you are using heated water, the

temperature should not exceed 120° F.
This improves the cleaning effective-
ness when removing oil or grease from
the carpet. 

6.

Lift up the solution tank cover and fill

solution tank with the cleaning mixture.
Replace cover.

7. 

Before plugging power cord into

grounded outlet all switches must be in
the OFF position.  

NOTE:

A non-foaming chemical must be

used. Carpet that has been previously
cleaned may have a heavy build-up of old
shampoo residue which may cause
excessive foaming in the recovery tank
and could damage the vacuum motor.
Use a defoaming agent if this occurs.

To Operate Extractor

1.

Position the extractor where you are

going to start cleaning. 

2.

Turn solution knob to the horizontal

position.

3.

Turn 

ON

switches in
the following
order.

(A) Vacuum 
(B) Brush 
(C) Solution

4.

When the brush is switched 

ON

, the

extractor operates in the forward direc-
tion. To operate backwards, squeeze
lever (D) on right side of handle to
reverse brush action.

5.

Clean slowly and evenly in the forward

and backward direction.

6.

Turn 

OFF

the solution switch

approximately 12 inches before com-
pleting each pass. This allows dis-
pensed solution to be recovered. 

7.

Each pass should overlap the previous

pass by 2

1

/

2

” to 5”. After operating the

extractor for a while, some streaking
may occur. (See Trouble Shooting Guide,
Pg 8)

8.

This extractor 

WILL NOT

shut off

automatically when recovery tank is full.
It is important to visually inspect the
tank so it 

DOES NOT

over fill or water

may get into the motor.

9.

Work from light areas to shade areas,

i.e from windows towards the door.

10.

Work away from cleaned surface

towards the unclean surface.

Brush
Pressure

When finished
cleaning or stop
using extractor
temporarily, the
brush pressure
should be relieved.

1.

Press the red lever on the right-hand

side of the extractor downward.

This will increase the service life of the

brush.

To Empty Recovery
Tank

1.

Turn 

OFF

solution, brush and vacuum

switches.

Unhook the drain hose from rear of

extractor. 

3.

Position the hose over a bucket or

drain, and remove cap. Rinse tank with
clean water, replace cap.

To Empty Solution Tank

Connect the PVC drain hose shipped
with the extractor to the accessory dis-
connect and turn on the solution switch.

DO NOT operate extractor without a cord ground pin.

This is necessary to avoid electric shock. 

W

ARNING

:

P

AGE

5

P

ROCEDURES

B

EFORE

U

SING

T

HE

E

XTRACTOR

O

PERATION

P

ROCEDURES

CAUTION: 

DO NOT

run the pump without solution,this could damage the pump.

Summary of Contents for MX-1408

Page 1: ...ctor is protectively packed to prevent damage in shipment We rec ommend that upon delivery unpack the unit and inspect it for any possible damage Only a visual examination will reveal damage that may have occurred If damage is discovered immediately notify the transportation company that delivered your extractor As the shipper we cannot file a claim for any damage You must originate any claim with...

Page 2: ...ything that may reduce air flow 11 Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts 12 DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes 13 DO NOT use extractor for totally dry vacuuming This machine is not fitted with a fine dust filter 14 Turn OFF all the controls before unplugging 15 DO NOT use to pick up flammab...

Page 3: ...until a properly grounded outlet Fig A can be installed by a qualified electri cian The green color rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adaptor is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Fig C Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of elec...

Page 4: ...n when cleaning fitted carpets with a jute backing It may shrink and be come discolored from over saturation of liquids Brush Switch Vacuum Switch Solution Tank Cover PAGE 4 Backward Forward Lever Solution Switch Folding Handle Adjustment Lever Brush Pressure Lever Power Cord Drain Hose Accessory Disconnect Vacuum Shoe Vacuum Hose Recovery Hose Solution Hose Solution Tank Knob GENERAL INFORMATION ...

Page 5: ...ght side of handle to reverse brush action 5 Clean slowly and evenly in the forward and backward direction 6 Turn OFF the solution switch approximately 12 inches before com pleting each pass This allows dis pensed solution to be recovered 7 Each pass should overlap the previous pass by 21 2 to 5 After operating the extractor for a while some streaking may occur See Trouble Shooting Guide Pg 8 8 Th...

Page 6: ...nisms holder should be replaced after operating 700 hours or when carbon brushes are worn down to 3 8 in length Replace both brushes at the same time To Replace and Install Brush 1 Remove the screw next to the brush pressure lever 2 Remove the brush holder and brush 3 When installing the brush make sure the centering pins on the brush are properly placed in the holes of the drive pulley 4 Re inser...

Page 7: ...ry Tool Vacuum Hose Accessory Tool Solution Hose Accessory Tool Quick Connect Solution Control Knob Cleaning Tool and Wand PAGE 7 FREEZING TEMPERATURE PRE CAUTIONS 1 Remove the vacuum hose from the left side of the tank cover 2 Connect the accessory tool vacuum hose to the left fitting on tank cover and on to the end of the cleaning tool wand Note The hose must be connected tightly 3 Connect solut...

Page 8: ...wire PROBLEM Motors vacuum brush pump will not run Possible Cause Possible Solution 1 Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 1 Replace fuse or re set breaker 2 Faulty ON OFF switch 2 Replace switch or switches 3 Loose wiring 3 Trace and repair 4 Faulty motor 4 Replace motor TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Service and repairs should only be performed by an authorized service center MX1408 Manual PN 350060 Pr...

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