RECEIVING AND UNPACKING YOUR NEW
FLOODBUSTER FB50:
When your package is delivered, check the carton care-
fully for signs of rough handling. If the FLOODBUSTER
FB50 is damaged, notify the carrier immediately and
request an inspection. Be sure to keep the carton, pack-
ing inserts, packing lists and carrier’s receipt until the
inspector has verified your claim.
EDIC’s liability ceases when the carrier picks up the
shipment. However, our customer service staff will be
happy to furnish any information needed in connection
with the claim and will attempt to expedite a resolution.
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
NEW FLOODBUSTER FB50:
Read the manual carefully and completely before at-
tempting to operate the unit. This manual has important
information for the use and safe operation of the ma-
chine. Keep this manual handy at all times.
This equipment has been engineered and manufactured
to provide excellent performance and service. To ensure
that your equipment will continue to perform as intend-
ed:
• Maintain equipment regularly- following the sug-
gested maintenance schedule provided.
• Use only original EDIC parts when servicing.
• Operate equipment with care.
If additional information is needed, please contact EDIC
at: 800-338-3342 or email [email protected]
All information and specifications printed in the man-
ual are current at the time of printing; however because
of EDIC’s policy of continual product development, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without
notice.
This machine was designed for removing flooded wa-
ter on carpet, floor and upholstery as per instructions
and recommendations written in this manual. Any de-
viation from its proper use or purpose that may cause
consequential damages is the sole responsibility of the
end user. Failure to comply with the following warning
instructions will void the warranty.
• Make sure the machine is plugged into an electrical
outlet with the same voltage and frequency rating as
shown on the nameplate of the machine. Do not at-
tempt to plug a 115 volt machine into a 230 volt outlet.
• Do not immerse or use this machine in standing wa-
ter. Such use can cause electric shock.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liq-
uids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may
be present.
• Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain.
Store indoors only.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See
“Grounding Instructions.”
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Turn off all controls and disconnect power cord from
the twist-lock power inlet at the lower back of the ma-
chine before servicing.
• Do not use without filter basket in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• Do not use machine for dry vacuuming. This machine
is not outfitted with a fine dust filter and it will dam-
age the vacuum motor.
• Do not pull machine by hoses or power cords. doing
so will stress or damage these components.
• All servicing of EDIC equipment should be performed
only by EDIC authorized service centers.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Use extra care when near stairs.
• Do not use replacement parts other than those spec-
ified in the parts list. Proper maintenance of the ma-
chine could be affected if substitutions are made.
• Follow maintenance schedule strictly.
• Keep the top lid open during storage
• Make sure discharge hose is firmly attached to the dis-
charge port fitting at the back of the machine every
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