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E

XTRACTOR

M

AINTENANCE

After each use:

1

. Drain recovery tank after each use.

2

. Remove all soil and debris from the

recovery tank.

3.

Flush out recovery tank with clean

water.

End of day:

1.

Pour 2 gallons of clean hot water in

the solution tank. Turn the pump 

ON

and flush the entire system for about a
minute to prevent alkaline build-up.
Using hose provided, drain tank into a
bucket or floor drain.

2.

Relieve the brush pressure. Clean

debris from around brush and brush
tunnel. This will be easier if you remove
the brush.

3.

Clean vacuum shoe with stiff wire.

CAUTION: DO NOT

leave water in tanks

over night or store with water in tanks.

After repeated use:

Spray Nozzles:

Remove and clean the

spray nozzles of any debris or build-up.
Replace when necessary. When
replacing fitting nozzles, they should be
positioned parallel to the brush.

Solution Filter:

After 4 to 6 uses,

remove the in-line solution filter (located
in solution tank) and clean with a small
brush and rinse.

Brush:

Clean the brush of any debris.

Solution Lines and Fittings:

Flush

extractor at least once a month with a
solution of 1 part water to 3 parts
white vinegar in order to neutralize the
alkaline residue left by the cleaning
solution.

Accessory Disconnect:

Spray with sil-

icone lubricant to prevent coupler from
sticking.

Pump:

Follow procedure used above on

solution line and fittings to flush out
pump. In order to service the pump,
contact the factory or authorized service
center. (

See Trouble Shooting Guide Pg 8)

Vacuum Motor:

Carbon brush mecha-

nisms holder should be replaced after
operating 700 hours or when carbon
brushes are worn down to 

3

/

8

" in

length. Replace both brushes at the
same time.

To Replace and Install
Brush: 

1.

Remove the

screw next to the
brush pressure
lever.

2.

Remove the

brush holder and
brush.

3.

When installing the brush, make

sure the centering pins on the brush
are properly placed in the holes of the
drive pulley.

4. 

Re-insert the brush holder securely,

replace the screw tightly.

C

LEANING

T

IPS

Disconnect the power cord from the outlet before working on this unit

C

AUTION

:

P

AGE

6

Pre-Test: 

Pre-test an area so cleaning problems
will not develop during cleaning or after
the carpet is cleaned. Not all products
can be safely used on all fibers and dyes.

1.

Mix the cleaner you are using

according to directions and select an
inconspicuous area, such as a corner,
behind a chair etc.

2.

Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the

mixed solution on a spot about the size of
a nickel. Work solution in with  fibers.

3.

Press a clean white cotton cloth

against the wet spot and hold it there
for about 10 seconds. Examine the
cloth to see if any dye has transfer.

4.

Examine the wet spot carefully to

make sure there is no color change to
the carpet that did not appear on the
cloth.

Pre-Treat Heavily Soiled
Area:

Pre-treat heavily soiled carpet or areas
of concentrated foot traffic with pre-
spotting or pre-spray chemical. If a spot-
ter is used, follow label directions exact-
ly. 

DO NOT

allow to dry on carpet as it

may damage the carpet permanently.

After Cleaning: 

After cleaning the carpet when replac-
ing the furniture, place a small square
of styrofoam under the furniture legs to
prevent moisture from damaging the
finish or rusting metal slides.

Summary of Contents for MX-1408

Page 1: ...ctor is protectively packed to prevent damage in shipment We rec ommend that upon delivery unpack the unit and inspect it for any possible damage Only a visual examination will reveal damage that may have occurred If damage is discovered immediately notify the transportation company that delivered your extractor As the shipper we cannot file a claim for any damage You must originate any claim with...

Page 2: ...ything that may reduce air flow 11 Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts 12 DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes 13 DO NOT use extractor for totally dry vacuuming This machine is not fitted with a fine dust filter 14 Turn OFF all the controls before unplugging 15 DO NOT use to pick up flammab...

Page 3: ...until a properly grounded outlet Fig A can be installed by a qualified electri cian The green color rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adaptor is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Fig C Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of elec...

Page 4: ...n when cleaning fitted carpets with a jute backing It may shrink and be come discolored from over saturation of liquids Brush Switch Vacuum Switch Solution Tank Cover PAGE 4 Backward Forward Lever Solution Switch Folding Handle Adjustment Lever Brush Pressure Lever Power Cord Drain Hose Accessory Disconnect Vacuum Shoe Vacuum Hose Recovery Hose Solution Hose Solution Tank Knob GENERAL INFORMATION ...

Page 5: ...ght side of handle to reverse brush action 5 Clean slowly and evenly in the forward and backward direction 6 Turn OFF the solution switch approximately 12 inches before com pleting each pass This allows dis pensed solution to be recovered 7 Each pass should overlap the previous pass by 21 2 to 5 After operating the extractor for a while some streaking may occur See Trouble Shooting Guide Pg 8 8 Th...

Page 6: ...nisms holder should be replaced after operating 700 hours or when carbon brushes are worn down to 3 8 in length Replace both brushes at the same time To Replace and Install Brush 1 Remove the screw next to the brush pressure lever 2 Remove the brush holder and brush 3 When installing the brush make sure the centering pins on the brush are properly placed in the holes of the drive pulley 4 Re inser...

Page 7: ...ry Tool Vacuum Hose Accessory Tool Solution Hose Accessory Tool Quick Connect Solution Control Knob Cleaning Tool and Wand PAGE 7 FREEZING TEMPERATURE PRE CAUTIONS 1 Remove the vacuum hose from the left side of the tank cover 2 Connect the accessory tool vacuum hose to the left fitting on tank cover and on to the end of the cleaning tool wand Note The hose must be connected tightly 3 Connect solut...

Page 8: ...wire PROBLEM Motors vacuum brush pump will not run Possible Cause Possible Solution 1 Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 1 Replace fuse or re set breaker 2 Faulty ON OFF switch 2 Replace switch or switches 3 Loose wiring 3 Trace and repair 4 Faulty motor 4 Replace motor TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Service and repairs should only be performed by an authorized service center MX1408 Manual PN 350060 Pr...

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