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Clipper 12 - 230V Carpet Extractor Operating Instructions (ENG) MODELS: CLP12 1.008-026.0 From Serial Number (Ref No1*) *See Serial Number page in Spare Parts List or call manufacturer IPX4 86403890-C 02/23/16...
Machine Data Label This carpet extractor is an electrical powered, portable carpet extractor intended for commercial use. The appliance sprays a cleaning solution onto the carpet agitates the wet carpet, and then extracts the soiled solution back into the unit's recovery tank. The appliance is fitted with and a hand tool for cleaning upholstery and stairs. Warranty Registration Thank you for purchasing a Kärcher North America product.
How To Use This Manual This manual contains the following sections: The SAFETY section contains important information regarding hazardous or unsafe practices of the • How to Use This Manual machine. Levels of hazards are identified that could • Safety result in product damage, personal injury, or severe •...
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic precaution must always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Connect to a properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions. Do not leave the machine unattended.
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Safety IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ L’utilisation d’un appareil électrique demande certaines précautions: LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER (CET APPAREIL). Pour réduire le risque d'incendie, d'électrocution 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.
Safety The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions: HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY. The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions: WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
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Safety Les symboles ci-dessous sont utilisés à travers ce manuel comme illustré dans leurs descriptions : NIVEAU D'INTENSITÉ DU DANGER Il existe trois niveaux d'intensité du danger, identifiés par des termes d'avertissement - AVERTISSEMENT, ATTENTION et POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ. Le niveau d'intensité du danger est déterminé par les définitions suivantes : AVERTISSEMENT - Les dangers ou des pratiques contraires à...
Safety Safety Labels NOTE: These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the machine. If at any time the labels become illegible, promptly replace them. EMPLACEMENT DE L'ÉTIQUETTE DE SÉCURITÉ REMARQUE : Ces dessins indiquent l'emplacement des étiquettes de sécurité sur la machine. Si, à tout moment, les étiquettes deviennent illisibles, contactez votre représentant autorisé...
Safety THIS PRODUCT IS FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY. Electrical: The amp, hertz, and voltage are listed on the data label Improper connection of the equipment- found on each machine. Using voltages above or grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric below those indicated on the data label will cause shock.
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Operations This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Operations Components / Controls Locations 1. Main Handle. Used to pull and maneuver machine. 2. Handle Adjustment. Used to adjust height of handle, and allow machine to be used in "PUSH" or "PULL orientation. 3. Electrical Cord. 4. Solution Switch. Turns on pump. Continuous position (bottom) activates electro-valve to dispense solution to floor through jets.
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Operations Components 1. Solution Accessory Tool Hookup. Used for various auxiliary cleaning tools. 2. Vacuum Hose Door. Used to connect various auxiliary 1 ½ inch cleaning tool vacuum hoses. 3. Brush Height Adjustment. Used to regulate brush height from storage position to various carpet heights.
Operations Filling the Clipper NOTE: Use clean bucket of water to fill solution tank. Do not put defoamer, solvents, spotter or prespray chemicals in the solution tank. Do not allow water to spill into vacuum motor inlet. Dry spillage from top of solution tank before replacing recovery tank.
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Operations 1. Remove electrical cord and literature from recovery tank. 2. Remove solution tank lid. 3. Fill the solution tank with 12 gallons (45.5 ltr) of water, that is no more than 140°F (60°C). 4. Add 12oz-24oz (356ml - 711ml) of cleaning chemical.
Operations 5. Replace solution tank lid. Machine Operation 1. Plug cord into grounded outlet. NOTE: Be sure dome is seated on recovery tank, and float shut-off is installed correctly. 2. Adjust brush to proper setting. NOTE: For good operation the brush must skim the carpet.
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Operations 4. Adjust handle to comfortable operating position. Tip machine back by main handle to move to starting point. 5. Lower machine to floor. 6. Select continuous setting to start solution spray or select intermittent setting to enable use of trigger switches to start solution spray.
Operations Cleaning Procedure 1. Start at wall closest to power outlet. For small areas, pull straight back without pushing down on handle. 2. Release intermittent trigger switches or turn off continuous setting on solution switch approxi- mately 1 foot before ending cleaning pass. 1 ft.
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Operations Cleaning Procedure - continued 4. Start at wall closest to power outlet. For large areas flip handle and operate machine in parallel passes, overlapping brush path. Clean perimeter last. 5. During operation, observe the following: The Clipper is equipped with clear internal covers to facilitate operator viewing of dirty solution and vacuum air flow.
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Operations 8. To speed drying, use an air mover fan. 9. Empty recovery tank by releasing dump hose. Use a hose with cold water to clean out the recovery tank. Also drain solution tank after each use. 86403890 Manual Operators - Clipper 12 - 230V...
Operations Accessory Tool Usage Use only one of the following acceptable accessory tools. 8.600-002.0 - Handtool 8.600-000.0 - Double Dry Hand Tool 8.604-115.0 - Dblhdr Dualvac Upholstry Tool 8.603-154.0 - Hose Asm, Cst Handtool 8.600-061.0 - Standard Wand 8.600-060.0 - Deluxe Professional Wand 1.
Maintenance Service Schedule Maintenance Daily Weekly Quarterly Check machine for cord damage. Check recovery dome and gasket for damage and cleanliness. Check brush - should be clean with no lint or strings attached. Inspect vacuum shoe for blockage; remove fibers with coat hanger, etc. Check hoses for wear, blockages, or damage.
Maintenance Periodic Maintenance 8. Check cooling air screen (located on frame behind left wheel) for lint or debris. Twice a month, flush a white vinegar solution (One 9. Check float and shut-off screen and clean as quart vinegar to two gallons of water) or anti-browning necessary.
Maintenance Vacuum Motor Replacement Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs. Seul le personnel d'entretien qualifié peut effectuer des réparations. 1. Turn off all switches and unplug machine. 2. Remove recovery tank. 3. Remove the (2) screws that fasten the solution tank to the frame, and tilt tank back to expose the inside of the frame.
Maintenance Belt Replacement Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs. Seul le personnel d'entretien qualifié peut effectuer des réparations. 1. Turn off all switches and unplug machine. 2. Remove recovery tank and brush. 3. Remove the (2) screws that fasten the solution tank to the frame, and tilt tank back to expose the inside of the frame.
Maintenance Solution Pump Replacement Only qualified maintenance personnel are to perform the following repairs. Seul le personnel d'entretien qualifié peut effectuer des réparations. 1. Turn off all switches and unplug the machine. 2. Remove recovery tank. 3. Remove the (2) screws that fasten the solution tank to the frame, and tilt tank back to expose the inside of the frame.
Maintenance Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Is the cord plugged in. Plug in cord. Circuit breaker tripped in building. Reset breaker. No Power, Nothing Runs Faulty switch. Call for service. Faulty power cord or pigtail. Call for service. Vacuum circuit breaker tripped. Reset breaker.
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