IMPORTANT: The water pump in this unit incorporates a thermal cut-out. Should the unit
overheat, this will be tripped and the pump will temporarily stop working. In this event,
leave unit to cool for approx. 10 minutes (depending on conditions) for the cut-out
to reset and then restart the pump.
4. 1.
Ensure the machine is unplugged from the mains power supply.
4. 2.
Make sure the tank is clean and free from dust and dirt.
4. 3.
Remove cartridge filter and dust bag (if fitted, see 3.9 & 3.10).
4. 4.
Fit the blue foam filter in place (fig 8).
4. 5.
Replace the head onto the drum body.
4. 6.
To the same flexible hose as used in dry cleaning fit the Flat, or Tapered Nozzle.
4. 7.
Ensure the
BLACK
Motor Switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in.
4. 8.
Plug the cleaner into the mains power socket.
4. 9.
Press the
BLACK MOTOR SWITCH “ON”
ONLY.
DO NOT SWITCH THE PUMP ON.
4. 10. To vacuum large quantities of liquid, i.e from a sink, or tank, etc; do not immerse the nozzle
completely in the liquid, leave a gap at one end of the nozzle to allow a partial air inflow. (fig 9).
4. 11. The machine is fitted with a
FLOAT VALVE
which stops the suction action when the tank has
reached its maximum capacity. The user will also be aware of increased motor speed.
When this happens, turn the machine off, disconnect from mains, remove the head from
tank, and empty liquid out of the tank into an appropriate receptacle or drain (figs 10, 11).
To continue vacuuming reverse the process, and proceed.
4.12. After WET vacuuming turn the machine off and remove the plug from mains power supply.
4.13.
Empty the tank, then clean and dry the inside before storage.
fig 8
4. WET VACUUM CLEANING
For the vacuuming of liquids only
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WARNING!
Ensure you read, understand and apply chapter 1 “Safety Instructions”. Reminder:
Remove plug from mains power
supply before opening unit. DO NOT vacuum solvents, explosives, inflammable or hazardous liquids, petrol, oil, spirit, paint, thinner
and/or chemicals. The use of incorrect filter will invalidate your warranty.
5.
USE AS VALETING MACHINE
FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS REFER TO USE AS AN AUTOMOTIVE/INDUSTRIAL, FABRIC & UPHOLSTERY CLEANER.
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WARNING! USE THE CORRECT DETERGENT: THE ONLY DETERGENT SUITABLE FOR THIS MACHINE IS SEALEY “VMR” or THE
DETERGENT SUPPLIED WITH THE MACHINE. CONTACT YOUR SEALEY DEALER FOR SUPPLIES. DO NOT (UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES)
USE DOMESTIC DETERGENT OR ANY OTHER GENERAL PURPOSE CARPET CLEANER, CAR WASH, CLEANING OR UPHOLSTERY DETERGENT.
OTHER DETERGENTS PRODUCE EXCESSIVE FOAM WHICH IS UNDESIRABLE FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS AND CAN DAMAGE THE WORKING
PARTS OF YOUR MACHINE. IF, WHEN USING THE RECOMMENDED DETERGENT, YOU FIND EXCESSIVE FOAM BEING PRODUCED,
THE CARPET OR FABRIC HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY CLEANED WITH A FOAMING DETERGENT. SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, ADD 10cl OF ANTI-FOAMING
AGENT (SEALEY PART NO VMR922) TO THE MAIN WASTE WATER TANK.
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WARNING! ENSURE YOU READ, UNDERSTAND AND APPLY CHAPTER 1 “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”. THE USE OF AN INCORRECT FILTER
OR DETERGENT, WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. ALWAYS TEST MATERIALS FOR COLOUR FASTNESS BEFORE USING THE AUTO VALET.
5.1.
FABRIC PREPARATION & DETERGENT
5.1.1. If the condition of the vehicle fabric, or item of upholstery, requires dry vacuuming first, you may prefer to use an alternative vacuum
cleaner, keeping your Auto Valet on standby ready for the wet clean.
5.1.2. Should you wish to use the Auto Valet for the preliminary dry clean, then set the machine up as in chapter 3.
5.1.3. To commence with the wet clean ensure you use the correct detergent as described in this chapter heading.
5.1.4. Remember to add ‘Anti-foaming agent VMR922’ to the waste tank if necessary.
5.1.5. Fill the plastic detergent tank with COLD water up to the “MAX” level, or according to the amount you wish to use (fig 12).
5.1.6. Add 20cl of SEALEY “VMR” or Supplied detergent.
5.1.7.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER DETERGENT.
5.1.8.
DO NOT
increase the strength of detergent mix beyond 1 part detergent to 80 parts water.
5.1.9. If part of the fabric is badly soiled, rub in by gloved hand a mix of 1-80 detergent and leave for 2-3 minutes before valeting.
5.2.
SETTING UP THE AUTO VALET
How to prepare/assemble your valet machine ready for wet (detergent) cleaning.
5.2.1. Ensure you unplug the machine from the mains supply.
5.2.2. Having filled the detergent tank, place it in the trolley basket.
5.2.3. Remove the vacuum motor head and fit the blue foam filter (fig 13).
Remove the cartridge filter and paper dust bag if fitted as they are
for dry cleaning only.
5.2.4. Attached to the motor head is a small tube with a filter at the end. When
refitting the head assembly onto the tank, place this pick-up tube into the hole of the
detergent tank (fig 15).
5.2.5. Replace the motor head and secure with the side clips.
5.2.6. Loosen the thumb screw on the pistol head (fig 16 A), and clip the pistol over the end
of the vacuum hose (fig 16). Finger tighten the thumb screw and check that the pistol
is properly attached to the hose. Connect the detergent delivery tube to the main
vacuum hose with clips provided (fig 17).
5.2.7. Push the end of the delivery tube into the outlet located in the front of the motor head
above the main hose outlet (fig 18).
When disconnecting this tube, push the inlet ring
back to release the delivery tube. DO NOT PULL THE TUBE.
5.2.8. The flexible vacuum hose should be fitted to the machine as normal (fig 19).
5.2.9. Attach the valeting tool head to the hose and detergent dispenser tube.
fig 9
fig 10
fig 11
fig 13
fig 14
fig 12
fig 15
fig 16
fig 18
fig 19
fig 17
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