CARPET MAINTAINER IM, IMXIE17, IMX Operating Instructions Manual

86400910-A 06/12/15

Carpet Maintainer

Quick Dry Scrubber

Operating instructions (ENG)

MODELS:

IM

1.006-636.0

IMX

1.006-640.0

IMXIE17

1.006-641.0

From Serial Number (Ref No1*)

*See Serial Number Page

in Spare Parts List

or call manufacturer

Warranty Registration

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Your registration will allow us to serve you better over the lifetime of the product.

To register your product go to :

http://warranty.karcherna.com/

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Machine Data Label

Overview

The Carpet Maintainer is designed to maintain carpet using the Quick Dry Carpet Care System. The machine
has two counter rotating brushes that scrub chemical into the carpet. The chemicals, iCapsol or Prochem
ProCaps, encapsulates the dirt, allowing both to be vacuumed up once the chemical has dried. The brushes
also raise the pile of the carpet. The Deluxe models have a solution tank and pump powered spraying system,
which applies the chemical to the carpet as the machine is used.

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Table of Contents

Machine Data Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 5

HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Grounding Instructions – 120V Only . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operations

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How The Machine Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Quick Dry Carpet Care System Instructions . . . . 12

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Machine Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Pre-Run Machine Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Starting Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Transporting A Sprayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Shut-down And Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Maintenance

Brush Cleaning And Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Motor Replacement & Grooved Belt Tensioning. 16
Motor Replacement & Toothed Belt Tensioning . 18

Machine Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Machine Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Suggested Spare Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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How To Use This Manual

This manual contains the following sections:

• How to use this manual

•Safety

• Operations

• Maintenance

• Suggested Spare Parts

The HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL section will tell
you how to find important information for ordering
correct repair parts.

Parts may be ordered from authorized dealers. When
placing an order for parts, the machine model and
machine serial number are important. Refer to the
MACHINE DATA box which is filled out during the
installation of your machine. The MACHINE DATA
box is located on the inside of the front cover of this
manual.

The model and serial number of your machine is on
the operator’s left hand side, side panel of base.

The SAFETY section contains important information
regarding hazardous or unsafe practices of the
machine. Levels of hazards are identified that could
result in product damage, personal injury, or severe
injury resulting in death.

The OPERATIONS section is to familiarize the
operator with the operation and function of the
machine.

The MAINTENANCE section contains preventive
maintenance to keep the machine and its compo­nents in good working condition. They are listed in
this general order:

• Batteries

• Scrub Brushes

• Adjusting squeegee

•Scrub Deck Skirts

• Squeegee Blade

• Service Schedule

NOTE: If a service or option kit is installed on your
machine, be sure to keep the KIT INSTRUCTIONS
which came with the kit. It contains replacement
parts numbers needed for ordering future parts.

NOTE: The manual part number is located on the
lower right corner of the front cover.

Model:

Date of Purchase:

Serial Number:

Dealer:

Address:

Phone Number:

Sales Representative:

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Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using this machine, basic precaution

must always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE.

T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

Connect to a properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions.
Do not leave the machine unattended. Unplug machine from outlet when not in use and before maintenance or

service.

Do not allow machine to be used as a toy . Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended components and attachments.
Do not use damaged electrical cord or plug. Follow all instructions in this manual concerning grounding the

machine. If the machine is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to an authorized service center.

Do not pull or carry machine by electrical cord, use as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners.

Do not run machine over cord or allow the rotating brushes to come in contact with the cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.

Do not unplug machine by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the electrical plug, not the electrical cord.
Do not handle the electrical plug or machine with wet hands.
Do not operate the machine with any openings bloc ked . Kee p openings free of debris that may reduce airflow.
Machine is designed for indoor use only and must not be operated or stored outdoors in wet conditions.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.

Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
Do not operate this machine near flammable fluids, dust or vapors.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

Lors de l'utilisation de cette machine, des précautions de base

doivent toujours être prises, y compris les précautions suivantes :

LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D'UTILISER CETTE MACHINE.

Pour réduire le risque d'incendie, d'électrocution ou de

blessure :

Cet appareil ne doit être connecter qu a des prises ayant une sortie de terre.
Ne pas laisser l’appareil sans surveillance lorsqu’il est branché. Débrancher lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé

et avant l’entretien.
Ne pas permettre aux enfants de jouer avec l’appareil. Une attention particulière est nécessaire lorsque l’appa-

reil est utilisé par des enfants ou à proximité de ces derniers.
Utiliser cet appareil conformément aux instructions du présent manuel uniquement. N’utiliser que conformément

à cette notice avec les accessoires recommandés par le fabricant.
Ne pas utiliser si le cordon ou la fiche est endommagé. Retourner l’appareil à un atelier de réparation s’il ne

fonctionne pas bien, s’il est tombé ou s’il a été endommagé, oublié à l’extérieur ou immergé.
Ne pas tirer soulever ou traîner l’appareil par le cordon. Ne pas utiliser le cordon comme une poignée, le coincer

dans l’embrasure d’unée porte ou l’appuyer contre des arêtes vives ou des coins. Ne pas faire rouler l’appareil
sur le cordon.

Ne pas débrancher en tirant sur le cordon. Tirer plutôt la fiche.
Ne pas toucher la fiche ou l’appareil lorsque vos mains sont humides.
N’insérer aucun objet dans les ouvertures. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil lorsqu’une ouverture est bloquée. S’assure

que de la poussière, de la peluche, des cheveux ou d’autres matières ne réduisent pas le débit d’air.
Cette machine est faite pour un usage à sec seulement et ne doit pas être utilisée ou rangée à l'extérieur dans

des conditions humides.
Éteignez toutes les commandes avant de débrancher.
L’entretien et les réparations de la machine doivent être effectuées par un personnel qualifié.
N'utilisez pas cette machine avec ou à proximité de combustibles, poussières de céréales, solvants, diluants ou

autres matériaux inflammables.

LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or property

damage.

FOR SAFETY: To Identify actions which must be followed for safe operation of equipment.

Report machine damage or faulty operation immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in proper operating
condition. Following is information that signals some potentially dangerous conditions to the operator or the
equipment. Read this information carefully. Know when these conditions can exist. Locate all safety devices on
the machine. Please take the necessary steps to train the machine operating personnel.

FOR SAFETY:

DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE:
Unless Trained and Authorized.
Unless Operation Guide is Read and understood.
In Flammable or Explosive areas.
In areas with possible falling objects

WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:

Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose clothing; jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on the machine. Use
manufacturer approved replacement parts.

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