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Household Type

Owner’s Guide

2500 Series

Index

Important Safeguards ..................... 2
Service Information ........................ 5
Assembly ........................................ 7
Preparation ..................................... 8
Use ........................................... 11-15
Maintenance ............................ 16-18
Problem Solving ........................... 19
Order Form ................................... 21
Warranty ....................................... 23

IMPORTANT

Do not return this

product to the store.

For assembly problems or
questions contact:
 Eureka’s
Customer Service Division toll
free at 1-800-282-2886*,   8
a.m. to 7:30 p.m., (CST),
Monday - Friday and 10 a.m.
to 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

For replacement of broken
or missing items
 to be
shipped direct to you, call 1-
800-438-7352*, 8 a.m. to 4:45
p.m., (CST), Monday - Friday.

*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169

Rating Plate

The model, type, and serial numbers are on the rating plate on the back of
your shampooer. Write these numbers here on the front page and refer to
them when inquiring about service.

Model & Type__________________________________

Serial No. _____________________________________

MODEL               TYPE               SERIAL NO.

VOLTS                    AMPS.                     HERTZ

SERVICE INFORMATION: 1-800-282-2886

THE EUREKA COMPANY

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61701

www.eureka.com

Summary of Contents for 2500 Series

Page 1: ...to 6 30 p m Saturday For replacement of broken or missing items to be shipped direct to you call 1 800 438 7352 8 a m to 4 45 p m CST Monday Friday En Mexico llame al 5670 6169 Rating Plate The model type and serial numbers are on the rating plate on the back of your shampooer Write these numbers here on the front page and refer to them when inquiring about service Model Type______________________...

Page 2: ...surfaces Connect to a properly grounded outlet only refer to Grounding Instructions Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not handle plug or Carpet Shampooer Extractor with wet hands Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any openi...

Page 3: ...rois mise à la terre Ne pas se servir de cordons de rallonge ou de prises d intensité admissible mal adaptée aux besoins Éteindre complètement l aspirateur avant de le débrancher Ne pas tirer sur le cordon pour débrancher l aspirateur Le débrancher en tirant sur la fiche et non sur le cordon Ne toucher ni à la fiche ni à l aspirateur avec les mains mouillées Ne pas introduire d objets dans les ori...

Page 4: ...metal screw NOTE In Canada the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code INSTRUCTIONS VISANT LA MISE À TERRE Cet appareil doit être mis à la terre En cas défaillance ou de panne éventuelles la mise à la terre fournit au courant un chemin de moindre résistance qui réduit le risque de choc électrique Cet appareil est pourvu d un cordon muni d un conducteur de terre ...

Page 5: ...rpet Shampooer Extractor OFF and set it upright Wait a few seconds to allow the motor to come to a complete stop Restart the Carpet Shampooer Extractor Service Information The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance For additional service information telephone our toll free number for the nearest Eureka Authorized Warranty Station You should know the model type and ser...

Page 6: ...anWater Solution Tank Selector Knob Suction Cover Hose Handle Release Hardware Lift Recovery Tank with Lid and Filter Carrying Handle Tank Lid Filter Cleaning Solution NOTICE ON MODELS WITH THE ACCESSORY HOSE YOU MAY NOTICE SMALL WATER DROPLETS INTHE WATER LINE THIS IS DUE TO THE FACT THAT ALL UNITS ARE 100 INSPECTED ON THE PRODUCTION LINE USING WATER TO ASSURE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE ACCESSORIES ...

Page 7: ...sembling the unit remove the recovery tank from the unit and take the tank lid off Then remove the filter and check that the filter frame is snapped securely into place Recovery Tank Upholstery Stair Nozzle Hose Tool Caddy Hose Hook A Attach Handle Align handle above carpet shampooer extractor Push handle all the way down Secure with two screws Cord Wrap Hook Cord Wrap Hook Some Eureka carpet sham...

Page 8: ...leaning carpet easier Before you begin using the carpet shampooer extractor vacuum carpet thoroughly Do not use the carpet shampooer extractor for dry vacuuming as this can damage the unit Allow plenty of time to thoroughly deep clean carpets Rushing the cleaning job may give poor results To speed drying time deep clean carpets during dry periods of the year or when the heating system is in operat...

Page 9: ...lean water solution tank into the carpet shampooer extractor unit by a slightly tilting the tank top away from unit b place the bottom of tank into the reservoir c gently push upper portion of tank into unit until it snaps securely into place Fill Line 1 Gallon NOTE When moving the carpet shampooer extractor from one location to another always make sure the recovery and clean water solution tanks ...

Page 10: ... tank out from the lower portion of the carpet shampooer extractor unit 3 Lift off the recovery tank lid and empty contents into a suitable water drain 4 Rinse out the recovery tank and tank lid thoroughly 5 Remove and clean the filter by rinsing it with water after each use Place the same filter back in the recovery tank as shown in Figure 2 6 Replace the recovery tank lid by aligning notches in ...

Page 11: ...utlet Solution Release Trigger Clean Water Solution Tank 11 Handle Release C Step on the handle release Lower handle to operating position Handle Release Selector Knob Available on specific models only Some Eureka carpet shampooer extractor models do not feature an attachment hose and selector knob These features are specified only on selected models ...

Page 12: ...top the solution flow Avoid over soaking G Move the carpet shampooer extractor over the carpet several more times without engaging the trigger This removes excess water and helps the carpet dry faster H Repeat steps E F and G on heavily soiled areas Transporting the Carpet Shampooer Extractor When moving the carpet shampooer extractor from one location to another always make sure the recovery and ...

Page 13: ... material if possible Look inside the cushions or on the underneath side If filling is a dark color it may bleed through and discolor the fabric Most stuffing material that is white to light yellow is colorfast and will not bleed colors through to the fabric covering Test clean a hidden area Be sure to test clean a hidden area several hours before starting to clean Let the test area dry completely...

Page 14: ...er extractor from falling do not place the unit on stairs It is suggested that the carpet shampooer extractor be placed at floor level to clean the lower portion of the stairs and be securely placed at the top of the stairway to clean the upper portion of the stairs Clean Water Solution Tank A Turn selector knob to the Attachment Mode Selector Knob B Lift the attachment hose from the tool caddy on...

Page 15: ... the trigger This removes excess water and helps the surface dry faster H Brush roll does not rotate when cleaning in the attachment mode Solution Tube Trigger M Shaped Piece 1 Remove the M shaped piece on the underside of the Upholstery Stair Nozzle Use a small screwdriver to pry loose 2 Clear and rinse any debris from the M shaped piece by placing it under running water 3 Replace the M shaped pi...

Page 16: ...latch to release the clean water solution 2 Grasp the carrying handle to remove the clean water solution tank from the carpet shampooer extractor unit 3 Empty any remaining liquids from the clean water solution tank 4 Rinse the tank with warm tap water 5 Thoroughly air dry the clean water solution tank before storing 6 Place the dry clean water solution tank back onto the carpet shampooer extracto...

Page 17: ... solution tank 2 Remove the Plunger Boot Seal and Filter Assembly by lifting up the Boot Seal This will pull out the Plunger Boot Seal and Filter Assembly see Figure 1 3 Remove the Reservoir Filter and clean it by removing any debris and rinsing with water 4 Reinsert the Filter on the Plunger stem and place the Assembly directly into the reservoir Install this assembly into the reservoir by pressi...

Page 18: ...orn belt 5 Squeeze the sides of new belt together and place it around the motor pulley Squeezing the belt will aid in placing the belt on the pulley 6 Place the pulley end of brush roll inside the belt 7 Align brush roll end caps with openings in base 8 Push down on the brush roll to secure it Figure 3 9 Rotate the brush roll until the belt is in place 10 Replace belt cap and secure with screw E H...

Page 19: ...ush roll if bristles are worn 䡺 Improper cleaning solution used 䡺 Use Genuine Eureka Carpet Upholstery Cleaning Solution 䡺 Selector Knob not in carpet position 䡺 Make sure Selector Knob is in carpet position Clean Water 䡺 Plunger Boot Seal and Filter 䡺 Remove Clean Water Solution Tank and check Plunger Boot Solution Tank Assembly is not in correct position Seal and Filter Assembly by removing it a...

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Page 21: ...ip Telephone Day Eve Fax S O L D T O S H I P T O ORDER FORM 3 03 Not applicable in Canada The Eureka Company P O Box 2799 Bloomington IL 61702 2799 IMPORTANT Be sure to include your model type and serial numbers These numbers may be found on the rating plate Model Number Type Serial Number Method of payment no C O D orders Check or money order payable to The Eureka Company Do not send currency Vis...

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Page 23: ...lude the model type and serial number from the data plate on the cleaner Further Limitations and Exclusions Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner including any warranty of Merchantability or any warranty for Fitness ForA Particular Purpose is limited to the duration of this warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warran...

Page 24: ...ampooer Extractor 1 carpet shampooer extractor handle Accessory Items in This Carton 1 hardware package 2 screws Questions Do Not Return To Store Call 1 800 282 2886 8 a m to 7 30 p m Central Standard Time Monday Friday and 10 a m to 6 30 p m Saturday Cleaning Solution Part No 72832 03 03 ...

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