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HydraPort 1200 - 56091030
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
REVISED DATE
ENGLISH
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
1
To empty the solution tank, open Solution Tank Fill Opening
(9)
and vacuum out all unused solution into the recovery tank using the vacuum
hose. Rinse the tank with clean water.
2
Allow the dump pump to run and empty recovery tank if using auto-dump feature.
3
Turn all the Power Switches
(B, C & D)
to OFF (O). Unplug the Power Cords
(17, 24)
. Coil the cords and secure them to the rear of the machine
using the two Cord Retainer Straps
(22)
.
4
Push the machine to a designated waste water “DISPOSAL SITE”. To empty the recovery tank, pull the Recovery Tank Drain Hose
(4)
from
its side storage location, then remove the plug (hold the end of the hose above the water level in the tank to avoid sudden, uncontrolled
fl
ow of
waste water). Rinse the tank with clean water. Inspect the drain hose; replace if kinked or damaged.
5
Disconnect the solution and vacuum hoses from the machine, at the Solution Hose Quick Disconnect
(6)
and Vacuum Hose Barb
(2)
. Disconnect
the hoses from the cleaning tool. Flush the vacuum hose with warm water to wash any debris out of the vacuum hose and cleaning tool. Inspect
them for damage.
6
Disconnect and store the two garden hoses used for auto-
fi
ll and auto-dump features. Thread the Auto-Dump Outlet Cap
(13)
back in place on
the base of the machine.
7
Wipe the machine with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive chemicals or solvents.
8
Perform any required maintenance before storage.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
Check / Clean Tanks & Hoses
X
Check / Clean Recovery Tank Shut-Off Float
X
Clean Extraction Wand/Tool
X
Check / Clean Recovery Filter Bag
X
Inspect & Clean Solution Filter
X
Inspect & Clean Dump Pump Inlet Filter (inside recovery tank)
X
Inspect Auto-Fill Float (inside solution tank)
X
Inspect Auto-Dump Float (inside recovery tank)
X
Use a
fl
ushing compound (descale machine)
X
*
Check Carbon Brushes
X
* Have a US Products service technician check the vacuum motor carbon brushes once a year or after 300 operating hours. Check the pump motor
carbon brushes every 500 hours or once a year.
IMPORTANT!
Motor damage resulting from failure to service the carbon brushes is not covered under warranty. See the Limited Warranty
Statement.
9
Store the machine indoors in a clean, dry place with the recovery tank lid open. Keep from freezing.
10
Lubricate the wheels, casters and quick disconnects with an all-purpose silicone spray.
11
Once a month, run a
fl
ushing compound (a mild acid descaler) through the machine to break up any mineral or chemical build-up that may have
formed. Rinse the descaler out of the system with a few gallons of clear water.
POWER CORD MAINTENANCE
Once a week (or more often if necessary), check the power cords for cracked or damaged insulation, exposed wires in the cord or plug, and damaged
or missing ground pin. Repair or replace damaged cord or plug
immediately
.
