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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Carpet too wet
Check tool positioning
Obstruction in tool or hose.
Lid cover not sealing.
Lid cover cracked.
Hose crakced or torn.
Hose not seated firmly on tank
fitting.
Water dripping from bac of unit.
Carpet installation.
Head must be completely “seated”
on carpet to provide maximum
water recovery.
Check tool and hose for any
obstructions.
Check lid cover sealing properly
- is basket filter gasket properly
seated in tank? Is basket filter
gasket in good shape with no
cuts, cracks, or worn/compressed
areas
Check for cracks in lid cover.
Check drain hose and fittings for
cracks and tears.
Check hose cuffs - must seat firmly
on tank fitting and tool.
Check water dripping from
bottom of machine exhaust. If
present, check machine for excess
foaming.
Some carpets are installed on
uneven surfaces with ridges and
bumps. It is difficult to get good
drying times with this type of
installation.
Streaks on carpet
Obstruction in tool or hose.
Dirty in-line filter.
Cloged nozzles.
Strokes not overlapped.
Improper Chemical useage.
Check tool and hose for any
obstructions.
Check and clean in-line strainer
filter and in tank filters.
Clean or replace nozzles.
Make sure strokes overlap a
minimum of 3 inches.
Check chemical usage instructions
for proper application.
Excessive pressure drop when
cleaning. (exceeds 100 p.s.i.)
Low pressure.
Dirty in tank filters.
Worn or loose nozzles.
Air in system.
Adjust static pressure to 500 p.s.i.
when not cleaning.
Check and clean in tank filters.
Check and replace worn spray
nozzles and loose or leaking fit-
tings on hose.
Purge excess air from pumping
system using priming hose or
hose with no nozzle.
