Mosquito 12G-1202, Owner'S Manual, Page: 5 / 12

12 Gallon Extractor 12 Gallon Extractor
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17. The voltage and frequency indicated on the name plate must
correspond to the wall receptacle supply voltage.
18. When cleaning and servicing the machine, local or national regulations
may apply to the safe disposal of liquids which may contain: chemicals,
grease, oil, acid, alkaline, or other dangerous liquids.
Preparation
1. Remove furniture and other items from the area you are going to clean.
2. Vacuum carpet and upholstery, and remove debris.
3. Protect cabinets, walls and painted surfaces with drop cloths or plastic.
4. Inspect power cords for damage.
Operating Instructions
1. Fill the solution tank.
2. Attach female end of a solution hose to a wand or other tool and the
male end to the Extractor’s Quick Disconnect (QD).
3. Plug in power cords: Extractor Model: Using two separate
circuits/breakers, plug in the grounded power cables as previously
instructed using the appropriate grounding techniques. The green
indicator to the right of the PSI gauge will illuminate and sound a tone
when plugged into separate circuits/breakers.
i. Activate the switches using the following steps:
ii. When the hoses are attached, turn Pump-Out Switch.
iii. (500psi only)The Prime Valve and Pressure Regulator are located on
the front right side of the solution tank and should be primed prior to
use. To prime the pump turn the valve to the Prime position for 30
seconds, and then turn horizontally to the Run position.
iiii. Pull your wand’s trigger to ensure water is running through the lines
to avoid damage to the Pump and Heating unit (Extractor).
5. If the heater is to be used, prime the system first. Turn on the heater
switch and allow it to heat up for 5 minutes
6. To clean, make two dry passes for every one wet pass while working
away from the power cords. For optimal use or heavily soiled areas,
repeat wash steps in the opposite direction.
7. To prevent motor or internal damage, use a foam control solution in
the recovery tank. Remember to check for build-up in both the recovery
and solution tanks!
8. Empty the Recovery Tank when the internal shut off disengages the
vacuum. Attach the 45º drain elbow to the drain spout located in the
back and lift the dump valve to empty the tank.
9. Squeeze the wand or tool’s trigger for five seconds after turning the
power switches off to relieve any existing line pressure.
10. When the machine is off: unplug the power cables, remove solution
and vacuum hoses, and empty the recovery tank by attaching the
45º drain elbow.
11. To empty the solution tank, twist off the solution tank drain cap located
on the back of the machine after use
1. Before storing the machine, drain, rinse and dry both the tanks
and vacuum hoses of any residual water or solution.
2. Store standing upright in a dry, enclosed location.
3. Leave the recovery tank lid open for better air circulation.
4. If storing in freezing temperatures, take extra precautions to
make sure the machine and solution systems are completely
drained and dry.