PRESTART-UP CHECKS
This machine is simple and easy to operate. Very little mainte-
nance and service is required to keep your machine in top
operating condition.
The following procedures are recommended to maintain the
high level of performance expected from your machine. They
are also intended to identify potential safety hazards and prob-
lems which could reduce the service life of the machine.
READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE:
1.
Check
power cord
,
plug
and
strain relief
for worn or dam-
aged insulation. Repair or replace if necessary.
2.
Make sure the plug is in the
drain hose
and placed in its
storage position on the back of the tank.
3.
Inspect the
vacuum head
on the wand for any damage.
Burrs on the contact surface may snag carpet fibers.
Gouges, scratches and chipped areas can reduce vacuum
performance.
4.
Check the
inlet strainer
located at the bottom of the solu-
tion tank for damage or debris. Holes in the screen can
allow contaminants to enter the pump resulting in costly
repairs. A clogged strainer will reduce pump performance
and may cause permanent damage.
5.
Unscrew the clear round
plastic cover
on top of the recov-
ery (vacuum) tank.
a) Inspect the
cover
and
gasket
for damage. Dirt or
debris on the gasket or sealing surface of the tank can
cause a vacuum leak and reduce vacuum performance.
b) The
float assembly
consists of a screen and ball shut
off to protect the vacuum motor. To remove it twist the
assembly from the white vacuum tube. Then clean the
screen of debris. It should be checked periodically for any
damage and replaced when necessary.
c)
Replace the cover
, making sure it is securely in place.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
The following procedures are intended to describe and detail
proper operation of your machine. Failure to follow these rec-
ommended procedures can reduce the machine’s performance
and may result in damage to the machine.
1.
Vacuum the area to be cleaned.
Your machine will do a
more thorough job if the loose dirt and debris are removed
before the extraction process begins.
2.
Fill the fresh water tank
(lower tank) with hot water and
cleaning chemical. Do not use water hotter than 60
°
C
(140
°
F). Mix in chemicals according to the chemical
manufacturer’s recommendations. Powdered chemical
must be premixed with water before pouring into the solu-
tion tank.
3.
Use of an extension cord is not recommended. However,
if one is necessary, use only a 14 gauge or larger cord.
4.
Connect the wand assembly and hoses to the machine.
The solution hose simply inserts into the quick connect
located on the front of the machine. The vacuum hose
slides over the tube located on the front of the recovery
(upper) tank.
5.
Plug the power cord into a
grounded outlet
of the correct
voltage. See Grounding Instructions.
6.
The control panel contains the following:
a)
The pump switch should be turned on first.
The so-
lution pump is self-priming and completely fills the
system. The pump is a demand pump and operates
when the valve trigger is activated or when the pres-
sure is below the pump’s pressure switch limit.
b)
Turn ON the vacuum switch.
You may now begin the
cleaning process.
7.
Depress the
valve trigger
on the wand to allow the solu-
tion water to flow.
8.
Foaming may occur as dirty solution is recovered. Exces-
sive foaming must be counteracted with liquid defoamer
(follow the chemical manufacturers directions).
Do not
allow foam to rise into or near the float assembly in the
recovery tank
. Use defoamer or empty and flush the
recovery tank.
9.
When finished turn off the vacuum and pump switches,
then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet be-
fore doing any cleanup.
10. Always drain and clean the
recovery tank
after each use.
Simply pull the plug from the drain hose on the back of the
tank and drain. Dispose of the recovered water properly.
Then flush out the tank with clean water making sure all
deposits and debris are removed. Replace the plug and
return the hose to its storage position on the back of the
tank.
11. After each use
clean the cover, float assembly and gasket.
Do not reinstall the cover until the next use, this will allow
the recovery tank to dry out.
12. Periodically check and clean the
inlet strainer
in the solu-
tion tank. Make sure the strainer is properly in place to
protect the pump.
13. Wipe the machine down with a damp cloth.
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
