Preparing The Machine - NSS PONY 20 SCA Instructions D'origine

PREPARING THE MACHINE

Preparing the Solution and Recovery tanks:
 Never use water over 140°F (60°C).
 Excessively hot water will damage components
such as the pump, valves, and seals. Observe the
carpet manufacturer's cleaning instructions.
 Make sure the black drain hose from the Recovery
tank is securely closed to keep fluids from draining
out. To close; twist the drain hose plug into the
end of the hose with a clockwise rotation.
 Put 1 to 2 gallons (4 to 8 liters) of water in the
solution tank to help dilute the chemicals and
prevent excess sudsing. Dilute the cleaning
chemicals according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
 Fill the tank by pouring the water and cleaning
chemicals through the mesh filter that covers the
opening at the front of the solution tank.
 Always use a defoamer in the Recovery tank to
protect the vacuum motor of this machine.
 Every time the solution tank is filled, add 4 to 6
ounces (125 to 188 milliliters) of defoamer to the
Recovery tank.
 Make sure the clear dome and gasket fits securely
on the recovery tank for an airtight seal. The
vacuum motor will pull the dome down (creating a
suction) during use.
Connect the Power Cord
This machine is equipped with a twist lock power
cord.
 Align the three electrical contacts, push the
contacts together and turn one of the plugs 1/8 of a
turn to lock the two plugs in place. This will prevent
the machine from disconnecting during use.
NOTE: Some models may have a direct-wired power
cord.
Attach the Vac Shoe
The vac shoe lift cable is already attached to the lift
mechanism for the vac shoe.
 To attach the vac shoe, simply slide the tool onto
the threaded rod and secure with a washer and
nut, then slide the vac hose over the stock of the
vac shoe. The vac shoe is now ready for
operation.
 The vac shoe is easily removed for cleaning or
machine transportation by removing the nut.
Checking the Spray Bar and Jets
Before attempting to operate the machine, it may be
necessary to check the spray jets and see if they are
clean. If the machine has been used previously,
cleaning solution may have settled into the spray jets
and dried, clogging them.
 In order to check the spray jets, you must remove
the spray jet bar from the brush housing.
 Disconnect the quick connect on the end of the
solution hose from the quick connect on the spray
jet bar. Simply pull out the spray jet bar from the
brush head and reconnect the solution hose to the
quick disconnect on the spray jet bar.
 Aim the spray jet bar at the carpet.
 Turn "ON" the master switch, then the spray
pump.
 Turn the speed control to its slowest speed so the
machine does not propel itself.
 Squeeze the deadman switch below the control
handle of the machine. Solution will spray through
the jets and onto the carpet; this will allow you to
see if all the spray jets are clean.
 If one of the jets is not spraying, push in on the
spray jet, then with just a quarter of a turn in either
direction, turn the jet and remove it from the spray
jet bar.
 Rinse the spray jets with warm water, or make a
solution of 25% vinegar and warm water, and soak
the jets for a few minutes to clean them. If an
insoluble material is plugging the jets, use a
wooden toothpick to clean the clogged jet.
Do not use a knife or other sharp object - sharp
objects will distort the spray pattern.
 Reattach the jet to the spray bar by reinserting the
tip and turning it clockwise.
Priming the Solution Pump
During normal use the solution tank may run dry.
This will allow air to enter the pump, and solution
lines, causing an air lock in the solution lines. The air
lock prevents the pump from working properly; you
must prime the pump.
 The solution tank should have liquid in it, and the
in-line filter screen should be clean and free of
debris.
 Turn the master switch and spray switch "ON".
 Stand at the side of the machine and depress the
pin in the center of the accessory quick disconnect.
The pump will push solution, and air, out of the
quick connect. To purge the solution lines, run the
pump for 30 seconds, or until the solution flows
smoothly.
 Recheck the spray output at the spray jet bar
assembly.