MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. Keep all fasteners tight. Use only genuine Clarke parts.

WARNING: Do not operate this machine unless it is completely assembled.

NOTE: For maintenance of the floor tools read the manual given with the tools.

After Each Use of the Machine

1.Remove unused cleaning solution from the solu- tion tank, by placing the end of the vacuum hose in the solution tank. Start the vacuum motor. Stop the motor when the tank is empty.

2.To prevent damage to the valves and jets, flush one gallon of clean water through the solution system and the tools.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the outlet.

4.Foroptimumperformance,flushthemachinewith clear water at the end of each working day. Once a month, minimum, run a flushing compound through the machine to cut any alkaline build-up that may have formed.

5.Lubricatewheels,casters,andhingesasneeded. The pump and vacuum motor do not require any maintenance.

6.The body can be cleaned with a general all- purpose detergent and protected with a silicone type product. The quick-disconnects should be lubricated with silicone, also.

7.Prior to each job, inspect the holding tank filter and the recovery tank float filter for hair and dirt. Thedrainvalveshouldalsobeinspectedregularly and kept free of any debris or build-up.

8.Drain the recovery tank and dispose of properly.

9.Rinse the recovery tank with clean water.

10.Use a dry cloth to wipe the tools and both tanks, inside and out.

11.Apply a small amount of silicone lubricant to the quick-disconnect fittings. To prevent damage to the O-rings, do not use an oil lubricant.

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