How To Operate The Machine - Clarke FiltraVac 14 Operator's Manual

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HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the machine,
do not allow large objects to be pulled into the
lower housing or the attachments.
NOTE: The machine comes with a filter bag installed
in the tank housing.
Use the FiltraVac 14 & 18 as a carpet cleaner or as an
upholstery cleaner. To operate the machine as a carpet
cleaner, follow this procedure:
1. Remove the power cord from the cord storage
hooks.
2. Connect the electrical plug to the electrical
outlet.
3. Put the ON/OFF switch in the "I" position.
4. Press the handle release pedal.
5. Pull the handle toward you to the best operating
position.
6. Move the machine forward and backward over the
carpet.
To operate the machine as an upholstery cleaner, follow
this procedure.
1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch in the "O"
position.
2. Push the handle forward until it locks in position.
NOTE: the machine comes with a crevice tool
attachment and an upholstery tool attachment.
Select the tool needed for the cleaning opera-
tion.
3. Remove the wand from the tank housing.
4. Connect an accessory tool to the end of the
wand.
5. Put the ON/OFF switch in the "I" position.
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Clarke FiltraVac 14 & 18 Operator's Manual