Edic FLOODBUSTER FB50, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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 info@edic-usa.com                       

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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