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damaging the finish or rusting the metal glides, if placing furniture on
moist carpeting.
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Identify the type of carpet fiber to be cleaned. Most carpet fibers in use
are nylon or acrylic based. Best results in cleaning would be obtained if
hot water is used to clean these types of fibers. On the other hand, hot
water could shrink natural fiber carpeting, like wool and cotton in
particular. Exercise caution when cleaning natural fibers. Use cool water
test for colorfastness and apply the least amount of cleaning solution as
possible.
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Furnishings have many different types of fabric. Be sure that the proper
chemicals are used and that you follow the chemical manufacturer’s
directions.
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When the ProSpot runs out of cleaning solution, noted by streaking or
no solution flow, turn off the machine and drain the recovery tank. Refill
solution tank and continue cleaning.
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To decrease drying time go over the carpet and/or furnishings without
squeezing the spray lever or turn the power switch to “VACUUM ONLY”.
To further decrease the drying time, use the Windshear 3000 Carpet
Blower.
PROTECT FROM FREEZING
If it becomes necessary to store in temperatures that could drop below 40
degrees F, the pumping system, hoses and valves must be protected from
freezing with a methyl hydrate window washer antifreeze solution. Do not
use ethylene glycol or cooling system antifreezes.
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Add one quart of windows washer antifreeze to the solution tank, turn
on the pump and squeeze the spray lever until antifreeze solution fills
the solution lines.
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Always allow the unit to reach room temperature before turning on to
remove the antifreeze from the system.
