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4. Operation
Note: The float in your Rapide XL is the transparent,
pivoting moulded part in the dirty water tank, it will
shut off the suction when the dirty
water tank is full.
For best results use a smooth steady motion keeping
the nozzle flat against the carpet. Tipping the cleaner
and breaking the seal of the nozzle against the carpet
will cause the float to rise cutting off suction.
Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water
tank.
If the tank does not appear full turn off the power
switch and wait for the float to settle. For best
results use only Vax AAA Solution.
Remove the clean water tank by pressing the clean water
tank release and pulling the tank by the handle (Fig.4/1).
CAUTION: Maximum water temperature 50°C.
Add approximately 140ml of Vax AAA solution.
Remove the clean water tank cap and put in a safe place.
Slowly fill the clean water tank with warm tap water
(max 50°C) and replace the cap (Fig.4/2).
Return clean water tank by lining up the grooves of the
clean water tank with the support posts on the inside of
the handle. Rock clean water tank inward until it locks
into place (Fig.4/3).
Note: Use only Vax AAA Solution. using other
cleaning solution may cause excessive foaming. This
may cause the float to shut off the cleaner
prematurely. Using other cleaning solution will
invalidate your warranty.
Plug the cord into an electrical socket. Step on the handle
release pedal to put the cleaner into a cleaning position
(Fig.4/4).
Turn power switch and brush switch to the ON position
(Fig.4/5).
NOTE The power switch controls the vacuum motor
and pump, the bursh switch only turns the contra-
rotating brush bars on and off when the power is on.
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/5
Fig.4/3
Fig.4/4
Fig.4/1
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