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General Instructions for the Midsize Series Extractors
Follow these easy step by step instructions to ensure proper operating performance.
1. Fill up the fresh water solution tank with tap water that is 120
o
F-135
o
F (49
o
C-57
o
C) and
approved carpet cleaning chemical if you are not pre-spraying your chemical on the carpet.
2. Attach two 12 gauge extension cords, included, to each of the sockets located on the lower
backside of the unit.
3. Plug each extension cord into a
SEPARATE
and grounded 20 amp wall socket circuit, when
this is accomplished the green indicator light will be lit.
4. Attach the hose system to the unit and to your carpet wand.
5. Turn the heater and the pump to the “ON” position, when the heater is on the orange indicator
light on the switch panel will be lit.
6. Turn vacuum switches to the “ON” position one at a time to begin cleaning.
7. When recovery tank is full, empty by using drain hose at the front of the machine. If a pail is
used to empty the recovery tank, do not use the same pail to fill the solution tank as this can
result in putting dirt and grit into the solution line that can plug filters, orifices, and generally
degrade the solution line system (do not reuse solution).
8. To empty solution tank, detach the wand from the end of the vacuum hose and insert the
vacuum hose into the solution tank. Turn the vacuum switches to “ON” position and transfer
solution to vacuum tank and dispose of as outlined in #7. Clean vacuum stack filter at this time.
Maintenance
To receive reliable service from this equipment, regular daily maintenance is a requirement. Fabric
cleaning, both carpet and upholstery, are very dirty environments for any equipment.
The following recommendations are offered.
1. Keep the equipment clean, both inside and out.
2. Lubricate brass quick disconnects and drain valves with a quality lubricant such as WD-40®.
3. Flush solution systems after use with clear, clean water. (A white vinegar solution may also be
used). This will counter-act hard water and alkaline deposits and aid in keeping orifices clean.
4. Do not allow fluid either in solution or waste tank to sit overnight. The unit should be emptied
and cleaned daily.
5. Clean the filters on the vacuum stack in vacuum tank and all lint filters in the inlet or vacuum
tanks daily.
6. Do not use the same receptacle (pail) to fill solution tank that has been used to remove waste
water from vacuum tank.
7. When the unit is not in use, leave the vacuum tank lid open.
8. At the end of each day, run the vacuum for 3 minutes with lid open and filter off.
