TABLE OF CONTENTS _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page Introduction ................... 2 Parts and Service ..................2 Nameplate ....................2 Uncrating the Machine ................2 Know Your Machine ..............3 Important Safety Instructions ............4 Importantes Mesures de Sécurité..........5 Grounding Instructions ..............6 Preparing the Machine for Use .............
INTRODUCTION _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This manual will help you get the most from your Advance Selectric™. Read it thoroughly before operating the machine. Note: Bold numbers in parentheses indicate an item illustrated on page 3. This product is intended for commercial use only. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ PARTS AND SERVICE Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Advance Service Center, who employs factory trained...
KNOW YOUR MACHINE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As you read this manual, you will occasionally run across a bold number in parentheses - example: (2). These numbers refer to an item on this page. Refer back to this page whenever necessary to pinpoint the location of an item mentioned in the text.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using. WARNING! To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Do not leave the appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing. To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain.
IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ L’utilisation d’un appareil électrique demande certaines précautions: LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER (CET APPAREIL) AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique ou de blessure: Ne pas laisser l’appareil sans surveillance lorsqu’il est branché. Débrancher lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé et avant l’entretien.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. If it should electrically malfunction, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR USE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ BEFORE USING THE SELECTRIC Thoroughly vacuum the carpet to be cleaned before using the Selectric automatic extractor. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK Lift the front Solution Fill Cover (9) off the machine. Read the dilution instructions on the chemical container. Then figure the proper amount of chemical to mix with 25 gallons (94.5 liters) of water.
OPERATING THE MACHINE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow the instructions in the Preparing the Machine for Use section of this manual. Slide the Plug Lug halves (24A & 24B) together. Connect the Power Cord (22) to the machine at the Power Cord Connection (19), then plug the Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet. Make sure the Solution Fill Cover (9) and the Recovery Tank Cover (8) are firmly in place and the Solution Valve Lever (13) is in the ON position.
AFTER USING THE MACHINE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Turn the Main Switch (25) OFF. Step DOWN and lock the Brush Pedal (21) to raise the brush. Put the Drive Pedal (20) UP to disengage the drive belt. Unplug the Power Cord (22) from the power outlet and from the machine. Unhook the Recovery Tank Drain Hose (23), direct the hose to a “DESIGNATED”...
MAINTENANCE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WARNING! Unplug the power cord before attempting any service or maintenance work to the machine. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MAINTENANCE NOTE With the tanks empty and the power cord unplugged, tip the machine forward onto its nose for access to the Power Brush, Pick-Up Tool, and Spray Nozzle.
MAINTENANCE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CLEANING THE VACUUM EXHAUST FILTERS Clean the vacuum exhaust filters once a month. Remove the filter holder from the bottom of the machine and vacuum to remove any dust or debris that may block air flow. For extremely dirty filters, wash with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
MAINTENANCE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHANGING THE BRUSH Change the brush when the brush bristles are worn to 1/4 inch (6 mm). Remove the Belt Guard from the left side of the machine. Loosen the brush drive motor mount and slip the Belt off the motor pulley. Tip the machine on its nose.
TROUBLESHOOTING _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2 AMP WHEEL DRIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER When the Wheel Drive Circuit Breaker (17) trips, check to see if there is debris wrapped around the wheel axle. Remove the debris from the axle. Have the wheel drive motor checked for worn out brushes; repair or replace the motor if necessary.