How to deep clean carpet
Getting ready
1.Unfasten the Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly by lifting from the bottom with your fingers.
2.Remove Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding it up the Handle Assembly until it comes free.
3.Take Clean Water Tank to sink area, remove Clean Water Tank Cap and fill Tank with hot (NOT boiling) tap water to fill line.
4.Fill Tank Cap to fill line with Fiber Cleansing Formula and pour into Clean Water Tank. Replace Cap securely.
5.Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly by sliding Tank down the front of the Handle Assembly until it fits snugly against top of Lower Chassis. Secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly.
6.Unwrap Power Cord from Cord Holder and plug into
120 Volt, 60 Hz grounded outlet as described in Important Safety Instructions, page 2. If cleaner starts when first plugged in, switch cleaner OFF ( O ) until ready for use.
Deep cleaning
1.Move Power Switch to CLEAN ( II ) position to activate solution pump and vacuum motor.
2.Press Release Pedal on left side of Lower Chassis with foot.
3.Slowly move cleaner back and forth over carpet surface one time while depressing Trigger. Do not overwet.
4.Repeat motion over same area without depressing Trigger.
5.Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no more dirt can be removed.
6.Continue to clean entire carpet, working in 3’ x 4’ sections.
7.Empty the Dirty Water Tank Assembly when dirty water reaches the fill line.
8.If the machine loses suction and/or motor noise rises in pitch, turn Power Switch to OFF. Check the Dirty Water Tank Assembly and empty the tank if it is full [see WHEN YOU’RE DONE, page 6].
9.If floor nozzle stops spraying, turn Power Switch to OFF and check water/cleaning solution mixture level. Refill if needed. Never run POWERSTEAMER® dry.
Tip:
Deep cleaning stairs and high traffic areas on a regular basis can prolong carpet life.
CAUTION: The D i r t y
Wa t e r Ta n k A s s e m b l y h o l d s approximately one gallon of soiled liquid. A special float device in the tank will cause the cleaner to stop removing solution from carpet, and the motor sound to rise in pitch when the Dirty Water Tank Assembly is full. Failure to empty full tank will damage unit.
When you’re done
1.Turn Power Switch to OFF (O) position.
2.Unplug Power Cord from outlet.
3.Remove and empty Clean Water Tank Assembly.
4.Press Release Pedal and tip Handle Assembly back with Handle Assembly.
5.Release Dirty Water Tank Latch Assembly at bottom of Lower Chassis.
6.Carefully lift Dirty Water Tank Assembly from Lower Chassis using Carry Handle Assembly.
7.Carry Tank to a toilet or sink, turn Circular Cap at back of unit counterclockwise to open, and pour to empty.
8.Fill Dirty Water Tank Assembly with clean water. Rinse thoroughly and discard water.
9.Remove Dirty Water Tank Triangle Lid and flush suction opening with clean water. Replace cover. Replace Circular Cap by turning clockwise.
10.Replace Clean Water Tank Assembly on Handle Assembly and secure with side latches.
11.Replace Dirty Water Tank Assembly on Lower Chassis and secure with Clean Water Tank Latch Assembly.
12.See PUTTING IT AWAY on page 7.
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