15.While cleaning,
WARNING:
To avoid serious injury: Disconnect power before servicing. Electrical service must be performed by an authorized service station or electrician. Use only nonflammable commercial chemicals intended for machine application. Do not use where explosive vapors or dust are present in the air. Disconnect power if the machine is left unattended. Do not allow machine to freeze. Do not expose to rain, store machine indoors.
Daily Maintenance:
1.Rinse out the recovery tank and clean the recovery dome. In addition, remove and clean the recovery screen cap.
2.Drain the solution tank and clean with water.
3.Remove any debris in either the recovery or solution tank.
4.Flush the pumping system with clean warm water or white vinegar.
5.Remove lint or debris from the vacuum shoe or brush. Hint: if heavy lint
Periodic Maintenance:
It is highly recommended that once a month you flush the Marathon 2000 out with a 8 to 1 ratio of water to white vinegar or
If the spray jets become clogged, remove and wash them thoroughly and blow dry. Do not use wire or pins to clean the nozzles as this will cause the spray pattern to become distorted, thereby creating a streaking pattern on the carpeting.
If the spray jets drip after the pump is turned off, the solenoid valve may need to be cleaned.
Once a month, inspect all electrical cables, hoses, filters and connections in the Marathon 2000. If you see something that should be repaired or replaced it should be reported and repaired. Little things are easy to forget about, but as these little things add up, you end up with a cluster of problems that will cost you in the long run.
CAUTION: When opening the Marathon 2000 for service and/or inspection, be sure that the recovery hose is in its proper position. If not, the hose can become crushed and you will not get good airflow from the vacuum nozzle.
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