Sandia 6-Gallon Indy Automotive Extractor with Heat - Manual (Page 6)

(6) 6-Gallon Indy Automotive Extractor
3.0 Prepare Unit for Use
DO NOT USE ON WET SURFACES. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. STORE
INDOORS.
• All Carpet Extractors, no matter what the time of year, are shipped with antifreeze in
the solution lines. Prior to first use, fill the tank with one quart of warm water. Attach
the hose and using the hand tool wand, flush out the system by spraying the one quart
of water through the pump.
• Attach the 1-1/2 inch vacuum hose and the brass quick disconnect.
• Fill the base unit (the recovery tank must be removed) with warm water (less than
100 degrees Fahrenheit). Fill to approximately 4 inches from the top. Use a liquid
detergent made for carpet cleaning or upholstery. Read and mix to the dilution ratios
as directed.
Electrical
Plug cord(s) into 20 AMP grounded wall outlet(s). 20 AMP circuits are normally found in
kitchens and bathrooms. Never remove ground prong from the plug. If a circuit breaker
trips during operation, turn machine off, reset the breaker and move the electrical cord to
a different outlet and resume operation.
Vacuum System
The extractor uses a single vacuum motor system that provides outstanding water lift and
air flow.
Automatic Vacuum Shut-Off: The float assembly shut-off, located in the recovery tank on
the vacuum stand pipe, prevents the waste tank from overflowing into the stand pipe and
damaging the vacuum motor. The float assembly will cut-off vacuum to the waste tank.
When this happens, immediately turn off the vacuum motor and empty the waste tank.
It is also necessary to use low foaming chemicals or defoamer to eliminate foam buildup
in the recovery tank and damage to the vacuum motor. If moisture does enter the vacuum
motor, it is necessary to WD-40 the motor. Remove the float assembly from the stand
pipe and turn on both vacuum motor. Spray a five second burst of WD-40 into the stand
pipe and continue to let the vacuum motor run for three minutes.
4.0 Maintenance
Regular maintenance is required to keep your carpet extractor in proper working
condition. Thoroughly clean all equipment and accessories after each use:
• Rinse the solution and recover tanks with clean water.
• Flush the pump system with clean water, including all hoses and wand(s).
• Do not allow water to remain in the tanks after use.
• Lubricate all quick disconnects with WD-40 or similar lubricant.
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2.0 Grounding Instructions
DANGER: IMPROPER GROUNDING METHOD CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Electrical equipment must be grounded. If the machine should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of
electric shock. The Carpet Extractor is equipped with a cord containing a grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect the grounded
wire to a flat bed terminal. The grounding wire is the wire with insulation and an outer
green surface, with or without yellow stripes.
Grounding Method
The equipment is for use on a normal 120 Volt circuit. It includes a grounded plug (plug
shown in Figure A). A temporary adapter (Figure B and C) may be used to connect this
plug into a 2-pole receptacle (Figure B) if a properly grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet
(Figure A) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear lug or
the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground, such as a
properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever an adapter is used, it must be held in place
by a metal screw.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the plug provided with
the equipment. If the plug will not fit into the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.