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Operator's
Model 579
Manual
Carpetmaster
READ THIS BOOK
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 Clarke machine
could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur
as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If you or your operator(s)
cannot read English, have this manual explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.
Si Ud. o sus operadores no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antes
de tratar el manejo o servicio de esta máquina.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator's position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: Clarke
, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
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Form No. 70459A
11/02
Clarke
Printed in the U.S.A.
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- Page 1 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 Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Model 579 Wiring Diagram and Electrical Schematic ..........12 Model 579 Upper-Half Drawing .................. 14 Model 579 Upper-Half Parts List ................15 Model 579 Lower-Half Drawing .................. 16 Model 579 Lower-Half Parts List ................17 Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 2 ® Clarke... -
Page 3: Operator Safety Instructions
WARNING: Always use a three-wire electrical system connected to the electrical ground. For maximum protection against electric shock, use a circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter. Consult your licensed electrician and/or contact your local Clarke distributor for assistance. -
Page 4: How To Prepare The Machine For Operation
You can use your Carpetmaster as a tank type vacuum cleaner to clean overhead and hard to reach areas. Get extension tubes, hoses, wands, and attachments from your Clarke dealer. Figure 2 To attach the accessories to your Carpetmaster, follow this 1. -
Page 5: Instructions For Connection To The Power Supply & Electrical Ground
If you use an extension cord, use an extension cord with minimum wire size 16 AWG. Do not use an exten- sion cord longer than 50 feet. Do not join two extension cords. Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 5 Clarke ®... -
Page 6: How To Operate Your Machine
How To Clean And Install The Filter Bag WARNING: Do not put a filter bag in an incinerator or fire. It could cause injury to the op- erator by causing a fire. Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 6 ® Clarke... -
Page 7: How To Clean The Foam Filter
3. Make sure the cloth bag or the paper filter bag is in posi- tion. 4. Push the Micro-Staphicidal filter on the base of the motor. See figure 9. Figure 9 5. Close the front cover. 1. Micro-Staphicidal Filter ® Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 7 Clarke ®... -
Page 8: How To Check For Worn Brushes
Open the cover to get access to the brush drive motor, belt, switches, and the air tun- nel. The release lever is at the rear of the machine. Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 8 ®... -
Page 9: How To Clean The Air Tunnel
4. Set the machine upright. Make sure the handle is in the vertical position. WARNING: Do not operate this machine unless it is fully assembled. The machine could be damaged or injury could occur to the operator Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 9 Clarke ®... -
Page 10: How To Remove The Drive Motor
WARNING: The machine must be tested for electrical safety after electrical repairs are made. NOTE: For safe operation have your machine checked by a Clarke Authorized Repair Person every 12 months. Always use Clarke replacement parts. Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 10 ®... -
Page 11: How To Correct Problems In The Machine
2. Replace the gasket if it is worn or broken. 6. The brush does not turn clockwise 1. Return the machine to a Clarke when seen from the right-hand Service Branch or a Clarke side of the machine. -
Page 12: Model 579 Wiring Diagram And Electrical Schematic
CAUTION: Repairs by qualified personnel only. ARHTUNG: Reparaturen nur durch facharbeiter. PRECAUCION: Reparations par personnel specialise seulement. PRECAUCION: Unicamente personal calificado deberian hacer reparaciones. Clarke ® Model 579 Upright Vacuum Electrical Schematic 8/98 Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 12 ® Clarke... - Page 13 Notes Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 13 Clarke ®...
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Page 14: Model 579 Upper-Half Drawing
® Clarke Model 579 Upright Vacuum Drawing Upper Half 11/02 Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 14 ® Clarke... -
Page 15: Model 579 Upper-Half Parts List
Washer, Lock 73273A Label, Warning, Electric Shock 51419A Brush, Carton (2 Pack) 67303A Shelf, Bag Support 962161 Screw, 10-24 x 623382 Filter, Vac Can 44900A Motor, Vacuum (120V) 44901A Motor, Vacuum (220V) Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 15 Clarke ®... -
Page 16: Model 579 Lower-Half Drawing
® Clarke Model 579 Upright Vacuum Drawing Lower Half 11/02 Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 16 ® Clarke... -
Page 17: Model 579 Lower-Half Parts List
Connector, Wire (220 volt) 980652 Washer Lock 980607 Washer #1106 Shakeproof 61181A Bracket, Cover & Caster 602346 Cover 629780 Wheel 962546 Screw 10-24 x ½ Pan 38700A Spacer, Wheel 38701A Spacer, Wheel Operator's Manual 579 Carpetmaster Page 17 Clarke ®... - Page 18 Notes...
- Page 19 ALTO Nederland B.V. Vianen (770) 973-5225 Stuartweg 4C NL-4131 NJ Vianen +31 347 324000 ® Clarke Clarke American Sanders ALTO Sverige AB, Molndal (Sweden) A.L. Cook Aminogatan 18 Customer Service Headquarters and Factory Box 4029 2100 Highway 265 S-431 04 Molndal...
- Page 20 (b). Return the product to the nearest Clarke repair location. Transportation charges to and from the repair location must be prepaid by the purchaser. (c). Clarke will repair the product and or replace any defective parts without charge within a reasonable time after receipt of the product.