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8.
To greatly enhance drying of the floor surface, release trigger and turn Mode selector
dial to the DRY position.
[1D]
Continue to move cleaner over the area to pick up the dirty
solution.
9.
To continue cleaning another area, turn Mode selector dial to WASH position.
[1D]
Repeat
cleaning motion.
10. Empty Dirty Water Tank or clean the filter when the motor sound becomes higher in pitch
and there is a loss of suction (see “Automatic shut-off” section).
Picking up spills
Your cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills (1L or less, never to exceed 1/4 inch
in depth) on non-carpeted floors.
Turn Mode selector dial to the WASH position and
release
the trigger. Continue to move
cleaner over the area to pick up the spill.
Transporting your cleaner
1.
To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back
on rear wheels and push forward.
[17]
2.
The cleaner may also be lifted using the carrying handle (A) on the front of the cleaner.
[18]
Storage
Before storing cleaner:
t
Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet.
t
Empty and rinse solution and Dirty Water Tanks. Allow to air dry.
t
Press on upper handle release button to lower handle for storage.
t
Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee.
t
Do not store cleaner on a wood surface unless cleaner is completely dry.
Emptying The Dirty Water Tank
Automatic “Shut Off”
An automatic suction shut-off is built into the Dirty Water Tank to prevent the tank from
overflowing. When the shut-off activates, the cleaner will not pick up debris and the sound of
the motor will change. The Dirty Water Tank is full and must be emptied.
1.
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet.
2.
To remove tank, press down on release button (g) and pull tank straight out.
[13]
3.
Remove tank lid (h). Empty tank.
[14]
Note: Although not necessary for satisfactory performance, it is recommended that the Dirty
Water Tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and before wet operation.
Cleaning the Filters
The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter. Clean this filter when suction is low or reduced.
1.
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet.
2.
Remove Dirty Water Tank and lid
[13&14]
Remove filter lid (a), then remove filter (b).
[19]
3.
Remove loose debris from filter by tapping the filter or gently brushing using your hand.
The filter may also be rinsed for additional cleaning. Allow filter to air dry between uses.
4.
Reposition filter.
5.
Replace filter lid. Press down firmly until snapped in place.
[20]
6.
Dry or loose debris will also collect on the filter screen located in the tank lid. To remove
debris from screen, remove the pleated filter from the lid. Remove debris from screen (c).
[21]
7.
The filter screen may also be cleaned by rinsing it under running water.
8.
Reposition pleated filter in lid. Replace lid onto Dirty Water Tank, pressing down firmly
until snapped in place.
9.
To replace Dirty Water Tank, place bottom of tank behind ledge (d) and push tank straight
into cleaner body until it is locked in place.
[22]
Cleaning the Nozzle
1.
Slide the two nozzle release latches (a) outward.
[23]
2.
Remove nozzle (b) by pulling straight out.
[24]
3.
Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris from squeegee (c) and wipe with a
damp cloth.
[25]
4.
To replace nozzle, make sure latches (d) are out. Cleaner should be in the upright position
for easier assembly of the nozzle. Align middle section (e) of nozzle with opening (f ) on
cleaner.
[26]
5.
While holding nozzle in place, slide latches inward to lock in place.
[5]
Cleaning and Changing the Brush Assembly
How to Remove
1.
Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside.
2.
Pull the two nozzle release buttons (a) out.
[23]
Remove nozzle.
[24]
Tilt cleaner back so
handle rests on floor.
3.
Push two brush release buttons (g) and remove the brush assembly.
[27]
4.
The brushes can be washed with a mild detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based
detergent.
MAINTENANCE
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