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Operating Instructions for Commercial Spotter
WARRANTY
To protect your investment, promptly
fill in the required information on the
warranty card included with the unit. Then mail the
card back.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS DELIVERED…
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Read the manual carefully and completely
before attempting to operate the unit. This manual
has important information for the use and safe
operation of this machine. Keep this manual
handy at all times. The commercial spotter will
provide years of satisfactory service if operated
and maintained according to recommendations in
the manual.
Follow these guidelines to ensure operator
safety and to maintain equipment in running
order.
Make sure the machine is plugged into an
electrical outlet with the same voltage rating as
WARNING
Do not expose the machine to freezing tempera-
tures.
Do not use the machine for totally dry vacuum-
ing. This machine is not fitted with a fine dust
filter.
Do not use citrus-based cleaners in this machine.
Do not use cleaning chemicals in this machine
except those recommended for commercial
extraction equipment. The use of any chemical
with abrasive additives voids the warranty.
Do not break off or pull out the ground prong on
the plug.
Do not attempt repair on a warranted machine
unless instructions to perform it by an authorized
shop are obtained from the factory.
Do not use any replacement parts except those
specified on the parts list. Proper performance of
the machine could be affected if substitutions are
made.
Use defoamer at all times to prevent damaging
the vacuum motor.
Do not use water in excess of 140° F (62° C).
Failure to comply with the above warning
instructions will void the warranty.
shown on the nameplate of the machine.
Do not attempt to plug a 115 volt machine into
a 230 volt outlet or a 230 volt machine into a
115 volt outlet.
Disconnect the power cord from the outlet before
attempting maintenance or repair work.
Do not leave machine connected to an electrical
outlet when unattended.
Never pull the machine by the cord or yank the
cord from the receptacle. Replace a damaged
cord immediately.
If an extension cord is necessary, use a three
conductor grounding cord – 12 gauge wire or
heavier to prevent motor burnout and
over-heating of wires.
To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
To avoid fire, do not use machine in environ-
ments where combustible liquids, vapors or dust
concentrations are present.
Check the carton carefully for signs of rough han-
dling. Remove the machine from the carton. If the
machine is damaged, notify the carrier immediately
and request an inspection. Be sure to keep the car-
ton, packing inserts, packing lists and carrier
receipt until the inspector has verified your claim.
Liability ceases when the shipment is picked up by
the carrier, but our customer service staff will be
glad to furnish any information needed in connec-
tion with the claim and will expedite the repair of
the machine.
