Minuteman H-BOX 200 - Manual (Page 6)

Parts and Instruction Manual 6
Machine Set-Up
Pre‐Operation
1. Carefully check the shipping carton for signs of
damage. Report damage at once to the freight
carrier.
2. The machine is shipped fully assembled and is
ready for use.
3. Perform the machine Set‐up Procedures.
Set‐Up
1. Vacuum the carpet with a carpet cleaner and
remove all other debris from the area.
CAUTION: do not use the carpet extractor as a
vacuum cleaner.
2. Inspect the power cord(s) for damage.
3. Locate the solution tank opening.
4. Fill the solution tank with premixed cleaning
solution. Powdered chemicals are not
recommended.
WARNING: Flammable materials can
cause an explosion or fire. Never use
flammable solutions or materials.
FOR SAFETY: When using this machine, follow
mixing and handling instructions on chemical
containers.
5. Pull the trigger on the wand to release back
pressure and attach the solution hose to the
quick disconnect on the wand.
Note: ensure the quick disconnects snap
together firmly. Do not use a damaged hose.
6. Attach the vacuum hose to the recovery tank.
7. Turn off all the machine switches.
8. Plug the machine’s power cord(s) into a
properly grounded wall outlet.
FOR SAFETY: Do Not operate the machine
unless the cord in properly grounded and do
not operate the machine with an extension
cord less than 12 gauge and 3‐wire and over
25 feet.
9. Connect the solution hose to the machine, and
ensure that the quick disconnects snap
together.
10. Turn on the pump switch.
11. Spray through the wand into a bucket or back
into the solution tank until the spray is full and
steady.
12. Turn on the heater (on machines with a built‐in
heater) and wait two minutes for the solution
in the heater to get hot.
13. Turn on the vacuum(s) and begin cleaning.
NOTE: follow industry standards for spray and
vacuum stroking.
Operation
1. Use pre‐spray on heavily soiled areas.
2. Work away from the outlet and power cord(s)
to prevent cord damage.
3. Use a recommended foam control solution in
the recovery tank or on the carpet to prevent
damage to the vacuum motor(s). Check for
excessive foam in the recovery tank.
4. When the recovery tank is full of water, the
ball float will stop the suction. When this
happens, turn off the vacuum(s). NOTE: foam
will not lift the ball float to shut off the suction
when the tank is full, which can result in over‐
flowing
5. Empty the recovery tank and fill the solution
tank.
NOTE: when cleaning upholstery, always check the
manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
Draining the Recovery Tank
1. Place a bucket under the drain valve on the
front of the machine, or place the machine’s
drain valve over a drain.
2. Open the drain valve and allow the recovered
water to flow out.
Removing Unused Solution
1. Rinse the recovery tank with clean water.
2. Close the drain valve and secure the recovery
tank lid.
3. Locate the solution tank opening and place
the vacuum hose into the tank.
4. Turn on the vacuum and suck the remaining
solution into the recovery tank.
5. Drain the recovery tank into a clean bucket.