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This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your ALTO machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
Machines can topple over if guided over the edges of stairs or loading docks and cause injury or damage. Stop and leave this machine only on a level surface. When you stop the machine, put all switches into their "OFF" position. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -3-...
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Do not use this machine as a step or furniture. Do not ride on this machine. CAUTION: Carpet damage can occur if carpet has not adequately dried before traffic resumes. Stay off the carpet until it is dry. Page -4- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
INTRODUCTION AND MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS The IMAGE 26B is a one-piece, self-propelled carpet extractor designed for cleaning carpet. The machine applies cleaning solution to the carpet and then removes the dirty solution and soil with a recovery tool. Features: u Easy to Operate u Interex cleaning system.
The machine is heavy. Make sure you use two able persons to assist the machine down the ramp. 6. Assisting the machine down the ramp, position yourself to maintain a slow downward speed. Page -6- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
Figure 3 hose. Pump Switch (See figure 3,B) The pump switch allows the pump to be turned off when solution application is not required. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -7-...
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The accessory hose connector is used to hook-up optional auxiliary floor tools and to redirect the solution flow. Use hose coupler (P.N. 30108A) to connect accessory hose to recovery shoe hose. Figure 5 Figure 6 Page -8- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
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(D) . To return battery tray to operating position, release lever and slide tray back into machine until lever engages in frame. Raise and latch bridge. Close front. Figure 8 Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -9-...
HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION The Image 26B uses three 12-Volt batteries. The batteries are located on a battery tray that can be accessed by opening the front cover and lowering the front bridge. To install the batteries, follow this procedure: 1.
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DC connector on the charger could result in an explosion. Always disconnect the AC plug from the wall recep- tacle before connecting or disconnecting the DC connector on the charger. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -11-...
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3. Add a minimum of five (5) gallons of clean water to the on the carpet when not in solution tank. use. NOTE: Do not use water that is hotter than 140°F. Page -12- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
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NOTE: Verify battery condition under use. If batteries are discharged, pump and brush motor will not function. Vacuum and traverse contiue to allow water recovery and ability to return to charging station. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -13-...
This machine is not equipped with a parking brake. Never leave the machine unattended. For added safety, always place a chock in front of and behind the drive wheel. Page -14- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
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3. To speed drying time of the carpet try a Clarke Technology Direct Air carpet dryer. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -15-...
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2. Make sure that the machine and the pump are completely dry. 3. Make sure the machine is at room temperature before using it. Electrical NOTE: For electrical repairs, return this machine to a Clarke Technology authorized repair center. Page -16- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
Remove the spacer and brush from the brush housing. Place brush onto the shaft. Slide brush in and rotate until the pins catch. Slide spacer onto shaft. Swing door down and slide onto shaft. Replace clamping knob. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -17-...
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3. Pull nozzle assembly out to side of machine. 4. Firmly push nozzle in and turn 1/4 turn. 5. Pull nozzle out. 6. Clean and replace into nozzle assembly. 7. Replace nozzle assembly in brush housing. Page -18- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
Loose motor connection. Contact an authorized ClarkeTechnology service person. Vac motor switch defective. Contact an authorized Clarke Technology service person. Brush does not run or runs Batteries are too low. Charge Batteries. intermittently. Page -20- Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B...
Screw 980651 Washer 41217A Cable, 16" 920160 40532A Cable Asm., Battery 608210 Spacer 40506A Charger, 36VDC NOTE: u indicates that a change has been made since the last publication of this manual. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -27-...
(F). 11. Step on foot lever on battery cart to disengage cart from bridge (G). 12. Replace battery pack by doing the steps above in reverse order. Clarke Technology Operator's Manual IMAGE 26B Page -33-...
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RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE IMPLIED. A warranty registration card is provided with your Clarke Technology product. Return the card to assist Clarke Technology in providing the performance you expect from your new floor machine. ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY POLYDUR TANK ®...