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BASED ON THE PRINCIPLE THAT Wet Dust Can’t Fly ® THE RAINBOW ® USES The Power of Water ® TO EFFECTIVELY REMOVE DIRT AND AIRBORNE PARTICLES FROM YOUR HOME. customer care number As part of Rexair’s Customer Care program, each Rainbow and Power Nozzle receives a Customer Care serial number only after passing Quality Control assurance testing.
A MESSAGE FROM REXAIR® The Rainbow® is certified We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank you for choosing the Rainbow Cleaning System. Your new Rainbow is the result of more than 75 years of continuous product research, development and ingenuity. Today, Rainbow products are sold in all 50 states and in more than 75 countries around the globe. We believe the Rainbow is the most effective and versatile home cleaning system available.
important safety instructions ! PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THESE APPLIANCES USE ONLY MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS ! WARNING: The electrified hose contains electrical wires and should be inspected regularly. Do not use if damaged, cut or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects. Do not use or repair a damaged hose. Contact an Authorized Rainbow Distributor or Service Center for repair. Do not immerse handle in liquid for cleaning.
7. Do not use the Rainbow or Rainbow accessory to unplug drains. If sewer gas is drawn into the Rainbow, it could cause an explosion. 8. Never touch a metal sink, cold or hot water pipe with one hand while touching the metal parts of any electrical appliance, light fixture or switch with the other hand. Your body could complete an electrical circuit to the ground. Additionally, wet skin surfaces can greatly increase this hazard. Do not handle plug or appliances with wet hands. 9.
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualified Rainbow service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
power & control at your fingertips Power Selector Switch The power selector switch controls the speed of the Rainbow’s motor. HIGH: Use this setting for general cleaning. OFF: Turns the entire unit off. LOW: Use this setting for cleaning the air. (See page 13.) Airflow Control Vent The airflow control vent on the hose handle can be opened or closed to control airflow when vacuuming delicate items such as curtains and to make the Power Nozzle easier to push on dense carpet.
quick-start guide In just a few quick steps, you’ll have your Rainbow assembled and ready to begin cleaning. 1. Fill water basin… Start with cool water from the faucet. Fill the water basin until the top of the dome in the bottom of the basin is covered. Overfilling or under filling will reduce cleaning performance. Water should be replaced when water action is visibly reduced. 2. Clamp Rainbow to water basin… Align and set the Rainbow on top of the water basin.
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proper use & care Following a few basic maintenance routines will help provide you with years of trouble-free service from your Rainbow Cleaning System. Neglecting all or part of these instructions may lead to decreased cleaning efficiency and potentially unnecessary service expenses. Change the water when dirty… Do not clean too long with one filling of water. Check water during cleaning, and if water becomes too thick with lint and dirt, empty water basin and add fresh, clean water.
a complete home cleaning solution The Rainbow’s wide assortment of cleaning tools provide the power and versatility to clean practically everything around your home.
a complete home cleaning solution To clean bare floors… Use the floor & wall brush. For clean and attractive looking hardwood floors and linoleum tile, the floor and wall brush does an outstanding job of removing surface litter and dirt. Consistent use will help prevent scratches caused by floor debris. Set Airflow Control to FULL POWER. To clean carpeted floors… Use the Power Nozzle.™* The lightweight Rainbow Power Nozzle removes dirt from deep within your carpet and large rugs.
a complete home cleaning solution For fresh, water-washed air… The Rainbow not only cleans your floors and furnishings, it cleans the air! Simply add water to the basin, position the Rainbow in the center of a room and run in low-speed mode for about one hour. The Rainbow will remove heavy odors, airborne dust and other particles from the air, trapping them in the water. To deodorize… Use Rainbow Fresh Air Solution.
a complete home cleaning solution To freshen bedding… Use the Rainbow Power Nozzle. Mattresses, box springs, bed frames, pillows, cots and sleeping bags can be thoroughly cleaned with the Rainbow Cleaning System. Use the Rainbow Power Nozzle to loosen and eliminate hairs, dead skin, dust mites, crumbs and other particles from your bedding. Caution: Use of the Rainbow Power Nozzle on fine linens and soft bedding may cause damage. To inflate or blow air… Use the inflator tool.
enhance your rainbow with accessories ® For more information about these products, please contact an Authorized Rainbow Distributor. The AquaMate carpet cleaning extraction unit allows you to achieve professional results without the professional price tag. The AquaMate works effectively on most carpet types and dries quickly. Stains caused by spilled beverages, pets and tracked mud can be removed quickly. Your neighbors will think your carpets were professionally cleaned.
the rainbow power nozzle ® ™ * The lightweight Rainbow Power Nozzle removes dirt from deep within your carpet, large rugs and hard surface floors. Its powerful revolving brush loosens lint, threads, hair and dirt, leaving your carpet soft and clean. Active brush edge cleaners help remove dirt trapped along carpet edges, along baseboards or next to furniture. Set Airflow Control to FULL POWER. 2 5 1 4 3 * Available as an optional accessory.
power nozzle assembly & operation ™ Assembly 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 a. Prior to using the Power Nozzle, follow the Quick Start Guide on pages 8-9 to prepare the Rainbow. b. Insert the bottom wand with male end into the opening located on top of the Power Nozzle. Press downward until button lock clicks. Operation a. Plug in the Rainbow. b. Turn the Rainbow power switch to HIGH mode. c. On the hose handle, turn the Airflow Control Vent to FULL POWER. d.
replacing the power nozzle belt ™ For best performance, we recommend you replace your Rainbow Power Nozzle belt every 12 to 18 months, or when you notice decreased cleaning performance. Your Power Nozzle comes with one replacement belt, and can be easily changed in just a few minutes. This replacement belt is located in the spare belt pocket under the sole plate. For additional replacement belts, contact an Authorized Rainbow Distributor. WARNING: Always disconnect from 1 2 3 4 5a 5b 6.
user troubleshooting guide Your Rainbow® is equipped with a feature that disconnects the power to the accessory hose under certain abnormal conditions. INDICATOR LIGHT CODE Continuous Light POTENTIAL CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Unit is turned on while hose Release hose handle trigger lock for handle trigger is in “locked-on” 3 seconds. position (Power Nozzle will emit Resume normal use. pulsing sound). Blinks 2 Times, Power Nozzle brush roll is Repeats obstructed. Turn unit off / unplug unit.
troubleshooting guide This Rainbow appliance has been thoroughly tested and inspected. If a minor issue develops, the following troubleshooting procedures may help identify and correct the issue. If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact an Authorized Rainbow Distributor for service. Any service procedure not listed below should be performed by an Authorized Rainbow Distributor or Service Center. ! WARNING: Disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance to the unit.
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Unit discharges a musty odor Water basin not cleaned or dumped after use. Clean water basin and use Deodorant Air Freshener while cleaning. Separator clogged or dirty. Remove separator and clean. (See page 10) Damp HEPA Neutralizer. Remove HEPA Neutralizer and clean or replace. Rainbow stored on water basin. Do not store Rainbow on water basin. Plugged hose, wand, attachment or Power Nozzle. Remove obstruction from clogged area.
rainbow fragrances & cleaning solutions ® For more information about these products, please contact an Authorized Rainbow Distributor. rainbow fragrances the luxury collection ® Bring the sweet and refreshing smell of a spring garden or the great outdoors into your home with Rainbow fragrances. Indulge your senses with the Rainbow ® Luxury Collection, available in four intriguing spa scents.
limited warranty Rexair provides to its independent Authorized Rainbow Distributors, and only to them, a written four (4) year warranty on the Rainbow Cleaning System and attached accessories and an eight (8) year warranty on the vacuum cleaner motor/electronic controller. Replacement parts can be new or remanufactured as provided at Rexair’s sole discretion. These warranties do not cover normal wear-and-tear arising from usage of the products.
Clean Air Delivery Rate C e r t i f i e d From air cleaner to air cleaner, compare the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) numbers. First, look at suggested room size. Then refer to the tobacco smoke, dust and pollen CADR numbers. R a t i n g CADR Ratings Tobacco Smoke: 55 Dust: 61 Pollen: 67 The higher the numbers, the 80% smoke reduction. Higher Clean Air Delivery Rates provide improved performance in all room sizes.
