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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 revolutions.

When this happens, turn the machine off, disconnect from mains, remove the head from 

tank. Take care to maintain balance and not let trolley slip, and empty liquid out of the tank into 

an appropriate receptacle or drain (fig 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.

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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 THE VACUUM’S 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, THIS MEANS 

THE CARPET OR FABRIC HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY CLEANED WITH A FOAMING DETERGENT. IF THIS HAPPENS, 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 5.1.

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 indicator number 9, 

or according to the amount you wish to use (fig 12).

5.1.6. Add 20cl of SEALEY “VMR” or Supplied detergent (Note: 20cl is about half a coffee mug).

5.1.7.

DO NOT USE ANY OTHER DETERGENT. 

5.1.8.

DO NOT

increase the strength of detergent mix beyond 80 -1.

5.1.9. If part of the fabric is badly soiled, rub in by gloved hand a mix of 80-1 detergent and leave for 2-3 minutes before valeting.

5.2.

SETTING UP THE AUTO VALET

How to prepare, and assemble your valet machine ready for wet cleaning. 
5.2.1. Ensure you unplug the machine from the main 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. Replace the motor head and secure with the side clips.

5.2.5. Insert the filter end of the detergent pick up pipe into the detergent tank, and  seal  by

screwing (finger tight) the attached tank cap (fig 14).

5.2.6. Insert the other end of the pick up pipe to the rear of the motor head (fig 15).

5.2.7. 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 adequately attached to the hose. Connect the detergent delivery tube to the main 

vacuum hose with clips provided (fig 17).

5.2.8. Push the other 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.

5.2.9. The flexible vacuum hose should be fitted to the machine as normal (fig 19).

5.2.10. Attach the valeting tool head to the hose and detergent dispenser tube.

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Summary of Contents for AUTO Valet VMA 913

Page 1: ... N After wiring check there are no bare wires that all wires have been correctly connected and that the wire restraint is tight Double insulated products are often fitted with live BROWN and neutral BLUE wires only Double insulated products are always marked with this symbol To re wire connect the brown blue wires as indicated above DO NOT connect the brown or blue to the earth terminal 1 1 10 Cab...

Page 2: ...sing the machine as a WET vacuum cleaner see chapter 4 To use the machine as a DRY car fabric cleaner no liquids involved proceed as follows 3 1 Ensure the machine is unplugged from the mains power supply 3 2 Remove the vacuum s motor Head and fit the correct cartridge filter figs 4 5 6 3 3 Fit the paper dust bag onto the inside of the vacuum intake pipe see fitting instructions on side of bag 3 4...

Page 3: ... VMR922 TO THE MAIN WASTE WATER TANK p p 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 pref...

Page 4: ... 6 AFTER USE p p WARNING ENSURE YOU DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY BEFORE OPENING THE UNIT OR CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE 7 1 General Machine Maintenance 7 1 1 Remove plug from the mains power supply before carrying out service or maintenance 7 1 2 Regularly check and clean the filter connected to the end of the detergent pick up pipe by running under a cold water tap fig 24 7 1 3 After h...

Page 5: ...agent to waste water tank see 5 1 detergent Detergent solution spray not Detergent filter clogged Remove filter and clean see 7 2 1 uniform Pick up pipe clogged Remove pick up pipe and clean filter 7 1 2 Auto Valet Model VMA913 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive 89 336 EEC EMC Directive 93 68 EEC CE Marking Directive CONSUMABLES Part No VMR921 Detergent for Valet Machine Packs of 12 x 1 Ltr Bottles P...

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