Pacific TRIUMPH 1190, Parts Manual,Operating & Maintenance Instructions, Page: 5 / 12

OPERATING PROCEDURES
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The SELF CONTAINED EXTRACTOR is the most “user friendly” self-contained extractors available. The following
procedures are intended to describe and detail proper operation of your machine. Failure to follow these recom-
mended 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 water and Heavy Duty Carpet Extraction chemical. Hot water is
recommended, but not required. Do not use water hotter than 60
°
C (140
°
F). Mix in chemicals according to the
chemical manufacturer’s recommendations.
3. Use of an extension cord is not recommended. However, if one is necessary, use only a 14 gauge or larger cord.
Smaller or inferior cords are dangerous and may cause damage to your machine.
4. After the machine is filled with solution, connect the power cord plug to a 115 volt grounded wall socket .
See Grounding Instructions.
5. Lower the floating brush chassis using the lift handle located in the front of the machine. Lift the handle off the
lift stop bracket and lower until the brush contacts the floor. Remember to always raise and lock the brush
chassis for storage and transport.
6. Turn the spool valve knob (located on the back of the machine) to the:
a) “Machine” (horizontal) position for routine carpet extraction as a self-contained unit, or
b) Turn it in the “Tool” (vertical) position when using a wand or tool.
7. The switch panel is located on top of the handle and contains the following:
a) Turn the vacuum switch on to start the vacuum motor.
b) Accessory only pump switch: Do not turn on the accessory pump switch unless the spool valve knob is
turned to the tool position.
8. Pull backward during operation . DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE IN A FORWARD DIRECTION. Position
yourself behind the machine, grasp the handle and gently lift up on the actuator bar . Lifting the actuator bar
activates the brush drive motor and the pump. Walk slowly backward to perform the cleaning process.
9. Release the actuator bar approximately 6 inches before completing each pass . The spray jets are located
behind the vacuum head making it necessary to pull the machine a few inches further to pick up the last amount of
solution dispensed onto the carpet.
10. Tilt the machine back on the rear wheels and walk forward to position the machine along side the previous
pass (slightly overlapping).
11. As dirty solution is recovered, some foaming may be noted. Excessive foaming can be counteracted with liquid
defoamer applied according to the chemical manufacturing directions. Do not allow foam to rise into or near the
dome. Use defoamer or empty and flush the recovery tank.
12. To drain the recovery tank , place an empty bucket under the drain valve located on back of the machine. To open
the drain valve pull the T-Handle up. Close the drain when the bucket is full or the recovery tank is empty. Dispose of
the recovered water properly.
13. If streaking occurs after a period of operating time, this means the solution (fresh water) tank is near empty.
Streaking is eliminated by adding more water and chemical solution to the tank.
14. To drain the solution tank , attach the small drain or “pump out” hose to the accessory quick connect on the back
of the machine. Turn the spool valve knob to the “tool” position. Place the open end of the hose into a bucket and turn
on the accessory pump switch. When empty, turn off the pump switch and remove the hose from the quick connect.
Also return the spool valve knob to the “machine” position.
15. After each use clean the dome, intake filter and gasket . Do not reinstall the dome until the next use, this will
allow the recovery tank to dry out.
16. Raise the brush chassis for storage.