Operator`s manual

Page 6 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY EXT 515 Operator's Manual
HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
To prepare the machine for operation, follow this proce-
dure:
1. Connect the vacuum hose to the hose connector
on the extractor and to the end of the vacuum
tube on the floor tool.
2. Connect the solution hose to the extractor and
the floor tool. To fasten the quick disconnect
fitting, slide the knurled collar on the female
coupling away from the opening. Push the male
coupling into the female coupling. See figure 4
WARNING: Do not use water that is hotter than
140°F.
3. Before moving the extractor onto the carpet, put
clean hot water into the solution tank.
4. Add a cleaning chemical, such as Clarkare
®
Extractor Concentrate, to the hot water. For the
correct amount, follow the directions shown on
the container.
5. If the extractor removes an excess amount of
foam from the carpet, add a de-foamer such as
Clarkare
®
De-foamer Concentrate to the recov-
ery tank. The amount needed will vary according
to the amount of detergent already in the carpet.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, use a water-
based de-foamer rather than an
oil-based de-foamer.
CAUTION: Do not leave the extractor or
other cleaning machines or tools
on the carpet when not in use.
Cleaning solution in the machines
and tools can leak onto the car-
pet and cause light spots or stains.
NOTE: To order Clarkare
®
Extractor Concentrate, order
part no. 398421. To order Clarkare
®
Defoamer,
order part no. 398420.
For instructions on preparation and operation of your floor
tool or power brush tool, read the operator's manual given
with your floor tool or power brush tool.
Figure 4