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cleaning
NOTE:
Slide panel down until it snaps firmly in place (Fig
5/17).
Cleaning carpeted stairs
Read “Before you begin cleaning” instructions on page 10.
Place handle in upright position.
NOTE:
Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in
upright position.
Fill clean solution tank with Vax Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according to instructions on pages 7 and 8.
Attach tool to end of hose.
Hose length may require that machine be placed at the top
of the stairs to clean upper half of stairway and at bottom
of stairs to clean lower half.
To prevent machine from falling, use extra caution
when cleaning on stairs.
Do not place carpet cleaner on stairs.
Do not point tools toward people or pets.
Dry hands and plug carpet cleaner into a properly
grounded outlet.
Turn carpet cleaner ON. If necessary, refer to “Before using
tool” section to remove air from system.
Pre-spray the carpeted stair by holding the tool about one
inch above the carpet and push it forward while pressing
the trigger (equals one wet stroke) (Fig 5/18).
Lift tool, and position it against riser.
Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing trigger (dry
stroke) (Fig 5/19).
It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described
above. end with more dry strokes to aid in faster drying of
carpet.
Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking.
To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more than 4 wet
strokes over any one area. Always end with dry
strokes.
If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the carpet is
completely dry before using the tool again.
Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes
higher pitched and there is a loss in suction (see
“Automatic shut-off”, page 7).
When finished cleaning, follow “After cleaning”
instructions on pages 10 and 11 and “After using tool”
instructions on page 14.
Cleaning upholstery
Read “Before you begin cleaning” Instructions on
page 10.
Be sure to check the cleaning code on your upholstery or
refer to manufacturers cleaning instructions. Place handle
in upright position.
Ensure brushes are set to the OFF position.
Fill clean solution tank with Vax Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according to instructions on pages 7 and 8.
Attach tool to end of hose.
Do not point tools toward people or pets.
Fig.5/18
Fig.5/19
Fig.5/20
Fig.5/17
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