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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.

Model 577

Carpetmaster

For new books write to: Clarke

Form No. 70458A 11/02 Clarke

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, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.

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Printed in the U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Operator Safety Instructions ................................................................................................... 6

How to Prepare The Machine For Operation:

How To Adjust The Brush .......................................................................................... 2

How To Use Your Machine As A Tank Type Vacuum Cleaner .................................... 2

Instructions For Connection To The Power Supply & Electrical Ground ..................... 3

Extension Cords ....................................................................................................... 3

How To Operate Your Machine:

How To Start The Machine ........................................................................................ 4

How To Stop The Machine ........................................................................................ 4

Circuit Breaker .......................................................................................................... 4

Maintenance:

How To Clean The Filter Bags .................................................................................... 4

How To Clean The Foam Filter ................................................................................... 5

How To Install The Micro-Staphicidal

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Filter ............................................................... 5

How To Clean The Micro-Staphicidal® Filter .............................................................. 6

How To Check For Worn Brushes .............................................................................. 6

How To Replace The Brush ........................................................................................ 6

How To Open The Bottom Cover ................................................................................ 6

How To Clean The Air Tunnel ..................................................................................... 7

How To Adjust The Brush Drive Belt ........................................................................... 7

How To Remove The Drive Motor ................................................................................ 8

Maintenance Of The Vacuum Motor ........................................................................... 8

How To Check The Commutator And The Carbon Brushes ......................................... 8

How To Correct Problems In The Machine .................................................................. 9

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Drawings and Parts List:

Model 577 Wiring Schematic ..................................................................................... 10

Model 577 Upper-Half Drawing ................................................................................... 12

Model 577 Upper-Half Parts List ................................................................................ 13

Model 577 Lower-Half Drawing ................................................................................... 14

Model 577 Lower-Half Parts List ................................................................................ 15

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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA

DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in

severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER
statements found in your Owner's Manual and on your machine.

WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result

in injury to you or to other personnel; property damage could
occur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found in
your Owner's Manual and on your machine.

CAUTION: Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result in

damage to the machine or to other property. Read and observe all
CAUTION statements found in our Owner's Manual and on your
machine.

DANGER: Failure to read the Owner's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service or

maintenance procedure to your 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.

DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury

or property damage. Do not operate this machine until it is completely assembled.
Inspect the machine carefully before operation. Do not use as a step or furniture,
the machine could move causing injury.

DANGER: Machines can cause an explosion when operated near flammable materials and

vapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners,
or other flammable materials.

DANGER: Using a machine with a damaged power cord could result in an electrocution. Do

not use the machine if the power cord is damaged. To prevent damage to the
power cord, do not let the brush touch the power cord when the machine is
running. Always lift the power cord over the machine. Do not use the electrical
cord to move the machine.

DANGER: Electrocution could occur if maintenance and repairs are performed on a unit that

is not disconnected from the power source. Disconnect the power supply before
changing the brush or accessories or attempting any maintenance or service.
Maintenance and repairs must be done by authorized personnel.

WARNING: Operating a machine without observing all labels and instructional information could

result in injury or damage. Read all machine labels before attempting to operate. Make
sure all of the labels and instructional information are attached or fastened to the ma­chine. Get replacement labels and plates from your Clarke distributor.

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.

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WARNING: To prevent electrical shock, do not use this machine on wet surfaces. Protect the

machine from rain, Keep the machine in a dry building. Always clean the machine with
a clean dry cloth.

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HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION

WARNING: To prevent electric shock, do not vacuum

liquids or wet surfaces with this machine.

The Model 577 has five brush settings (1). The adjustment lever
(2) is at the rear of the machine. See Figure 1.

To set the brush height, do the following:

1. Place your foot behind one wheel.

NOTE: Do not push the handle release lever.

2. Pull back on the handle a little.

3. With your other hand, pull the adjustment lever.

4. Put the adjustment lever in the "High" setting.

5. Move the adjustment lever toward the "Low" setting.

6. When the brush comes in contact with the carpet, push the
adjustment lever in the detent.

NOTE: Do not set the brush too low. Shag carpets are gen-
erally best cleaned by the brush in the highest setting.

CAUTION: Be careful when cleaning long shag, the carpet

can go around the brush, and slow
or stop the brush.

Figure 1

1. Five Brush Settings

2. Adjustment Lever

How To Use Your Machine As A Tank Type Vacuum Cleaner

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.

To attach the accessories to your Carpetmaster, follow this pro­cedure.

1. Pull the black standpipe hose (1) off the standpipe tube (2).

The hose is at the lower-right corner of the machine.

2. Slide the hose adapter (3) on the tube.

3. Slide the vacuum hose on the adapter (4). See Figure 2

The accessory switch is on the rear of the housing. To start only
the vacuum motor, do the following:

1. Make sure the handle is in the vertical position.

2. Press the "Vac Only Switch." See Figure 3.

Figure 2

1. Black Standpipe Hose

2. Standpipe Tube

3. Hose Adapter

4. Vacuum Hose

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Figure 3

1. "Vac Only" Switch

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120 VOLT MACHINES

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTION

TO THE POWER SUPPLY

AND THE ELECTRICAL GROUND

The machine must be connected to the electrical ground to
protect the operator from electric shock. The machine has
an approved power cord with three conductors and a plug
with three terminals. Connect the plug to a receptacle that
has three holes and is connected to the electrical ground.
For maximum protection against electric shock, use a cir­cuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.
The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the
ground wire. Never connect this wire to any terminal other
than the ground terminal.

This machine uses a 120 volt AC 60 cycle electrical circuit.
Make sure you have the correct frequency and voltage be­fore connecting the power cord to an outlet. The machine
has a plug as shown in Figure 4. If a receptacle connected
to the electrical ground as shown in Figure 4 is not available,
have one installed by an electrical contractor. Do not use an
adapter.

WARNING: To prevent possible electric shock,

protect the machine from rain. Keep
the machine in a dry building.

Ground Pin

Plate
Screw

Outlet

must be
connected to
the electrical

ground.

Figure 4

WARNING: To prevent possible electric shock,

always use a 3-wire electrical system
connected to the electrical ground.
For maximum protection against elec­trical shock, use a circuit that is pro­tected by a ground fault circuit inter­rupter. Consult your electrical con­tractor.

WARNING: Do not cut, remove or break the

ground pin. If the outlet does not fit
the plug, consult your electrical con­tractor.

WARNING: Have worn, cut, or damaged cords

and plugs replaced by an authorized
service person.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only an approved extension cord with three conductors,
a plug with three terminals, and a connector body with three
holes. The machine has a power cord with wire size 14
AWG (AWG means American Wire Gauge).

WARNING: If you use an extension cord, use an

extension cord with minimum wire
size 16 AWG. Do not use an exten­sion cord longer than 50 feet. Do not
join two extension cords.

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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR MACHINE

How To Start The Machine

The handle release lever is at the lower left rear corner of the
machine (1). See Figure 5.

To start the machine, do the following:

1. Using your foot, push the release lever forward (1).

2. Lower the handle.

The vacuum motor and the brush drive motor will start when the
handle is lowered. To activate the vacuum motor only, push the
"Vac Only Switch," and lower the handle.

NOTE: When using the vacuum motor and the brush drive
motor, make sure the "VAC Only Switch" is in the off posi­tion.

How To Stop The Machine

To stop the vacuum motor and the brush drive motor, push the
handle to the upright position.

Circuit Breaker
The Model 577 has a circuit breaker. If there is an obstruction
in the machine, the brush drive motor will stop. To restart the
motor, follow this procedure:

1. Make sure the handle is in the upright position.

2. Remove the electrical plug from the electrical outlet.

3. Put the machine on its side so that the right side is up.

4. If there is an obstruction, remove the obstruction.

5. Put the machine in the upright position.

6. Put the electrical plug in the electrical outlet.

7. The reset button is at the lower rear of the machine. Push
the reset button. See figure 6

MAINTENANCE

Figure 5

1. Release Lever

Figure 6

1. Circuit Breaker Reset Button

This section describes the procedures that must be done by a
person authorized to do maintenance.

WARNING: To prevent electric shock, always re-

move the electrical plug from the elec­trical outlet before doing any repairs or
maintenance to this 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 op­erator by causing a fire.

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Maintenance

How To Clean and Install The Filter Bag (cont)

CAUTION: Do not operate this machine unless a fil-

ter bag is in position. It could damage the
vacuum motor.

When replacing the paper filter bags, follow this procedure:

1. When the bag is ¾ full, open the tank by pushing the knob
(1) on top of the tank. See figure 7

2. Lift out and discard the used bag.

3. Unfold a new paper bag.

4. Hold the bag by the cardboard inlet tab (2).

5. Slide the inlet over the standpipe (3). Do not apply pressure
to the back of the bag.

6. Close the front cover.

When cleaning the cloth filter bag, follow this procedure:

1. When the bag is ¾ full, open the tank by pushing the knob
on top of the tank.

2. Pull out the cloth bag.

3. Slide off the clip.

4. Remove the dirt from the bag.

5. Sweep the inside surface of the bag to remove the remain­ing dirt.

6. When the bag is clean, fasten the clip.

7. Slide the inlet seal over the standpipe.

8. Close the front cover.

Figure 7

1. Knob

2. Inlet

3. Standpipe

How To Clean The Foam Filter

A foam filter is on the base of the vacuum motor. See figure 8.
The filter helps to prevent dust and debris from entering the
vacuum motor. Wash the foam filter every week. To remove
the filter, slide it off the motor housing.

CAUTION: Make sure the foam filter is completely

dry before you install it. Moisture will
damage the vacuum motor.

How To Install The Micro-Staphicidal® Filter

The Micro-Staphicidal filter is offered as optional equipment.
Use the Micro-Staphicidal filter with the cloth filter or the paper
filter. To install the Micro-Staphicidal filter, follow this proce­dure:

1. Open the tank by pushing the knob on top of the tank.

2. Remove the foam filter from the base of the machine.

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.

5. Close the front cover.

Figure 8

1. Foam Filter

Figure 9

1. Micro-Staphicidal

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Filter

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The Micro-Staphicidal filter will trap minute airborne particles down
to .3 microns in size. The filter traps the bacteria, it does not kill
the bacteria. Clean the filter at least once a month. To clean the
Micro-Staphicidal filter, follow this procedure:

1. Remove the filter.

2. Tap the filter against a hard surface.

3. Blow or vacuum the loose dirt from the filter.

If the filter is not clean after doing the above, do the following:

1. Wash or soak the filter in a detergent and water solution.

CAUTION: Do not wash or soak the filter more than

five minutes.

2. Remove the filter from the solution.

3. Rinse the filter with clean water.

4. Dry the filter thoroughly.

The Micro-Staphicidal filter should be replaced after six months
of use.

How To Check For Worn Brushes

To check for worn brushes, follow this procedure:

1. Put the machine on its side so that the right side is up.

2. Check the bristles, make sure the bristles are not shorter
than 5/16 inch. See figure 10

3. If the bristles are shorter than 5.16 inch, replace the brush.

How to Replace The Brush

The brush has a chevron design. The brush has two halves fas­tened to a steel tube by screws. To remove the worn brushes, do
the following:

1. Remove the three screws from each half. See figure 11.

2. When installing the brush halves, make sure the center of
each half of the brush points to the front of the machine
when seen from the bottom.

3. Tighten the three screws from each half.

4. Always replace both halves of the brush.

Figure 10

1. Brush Bristles

Figure 11

1. Brush Screws

How To Open The Bottom Cover

The bottom of your Carpetmaster® has a cover which is also a
mounting plate for the front swivel casters. Open the cover to get
access to the brush drive motor, belt, switches, and the air tun­nel. The release lever is at the rear of the machine.

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To open the cover, follow this procedure:

1. Remove the electrical plug from the electrical outlet.

2. Put the machine on its side so that the right side is up.

3. Remove the screw.

4. Pull the lever (1) and turn it clockwise to release the cover.

5. Put the rod in the detent opposite the five brush setting
holes (2). See figure 12

How To Clean The Air Tunnel

The air tunnel cover is located on the bottom of the machine.
To clean the air tunnel, follow this procedure:

1. Lift the tunnel clamp (1).

2. Remove the cover (2).

3. Remove the object or debris.

4. Put the cover in position.

5. Push the tunnel clamp down. See figure 13

How To Adjust The Brush Drive Belt

To adjust the tension of the belt to drive the brush, use this
procedure:

1. Loosen the four screws that hold the motor.

2. Move the motor toward the front of the machine to loosen
the belt. Move the motor toward the back of the machine
to tighten the belt.

3. The tension of the belt is correct when you can push the
belt 1/8 inch to 3/16 inch at the belt guard (14 lbs. pres­sure if you use a belt tension gauge).

4. Tighten the four screws that hold the motor.

Turn the belt by hand to make sure the belt is aligned on the
pulleys. To adjust the alignment of the belt, use this proce­dure:

1. Loosen the two set screws on the pulley on the motor.

2. Move the pulley to the left or to the right.

3. Tighten the two set screws.

To put the machine back in operation, follow this procedure:

1. Close the bottom cover.

2. Move the brush adjustment lever to one of the five brush
height settings.

3. Push the lever in the setting detent.

4. Set the machine upright. Make sure the handle is in the
vertical position.

Figure 12

1. Lever

2. Bottom Right Side Detent

Figure 13

1. Tunnel Clamp

2. Tunnel Cover

WARNING: Do not operate this machine unless it is

fully assembled. The machine could be
damaged or injury could occur to the
operator

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How To Remove The Drive Motor

The motor to drive the brush needs no preventive maintenance. If
the motor must be replaced, follow this procedure:

1. Remove the four mounting screws (1). See figure 14

2. Lift the motor to remove the two screws from the motor plate.

3. Disconnect the six spade connectors.

4. Remove the motor from the machine.

Maintenance Of The Vacuum Motor

This machine uses a universal motor that has a commutator and
carbon brushes. The commutator and carbon brushes must be
checked every six months, or 600 hours of operation, whichever
comes first.

WARNING: Electrical inspections must be made by a

person authorized to do maintenance.
Electrical repairs must be made by a per­son authorized to make electrical repairs.

WARNING: To prevent electrical shock, always re-

move the electrical plug from the electri­cal outlet before doing any repairs or
maintenance to this machine.

How To Check The Commutator and The Carbon Brushes

To check the commutator and the carbon brushes, follow this pro­cedure:

1. Remove the screws that hold the motor baffle. The motor
baffle is at the rear of the machine.

2. Remove the baffle.

3. Remove the wire clip mounting screw and the grounding
mounting screw.

4. Remove the wire nuts.

5. Remove the vacuum motor mounting screws.

6. Remove the motor from the tank.

7. Inspect the commutator. Take the machine to a Clarke Au­thorized Repair Location if you see any of the following con­ditions:

a. Small holes in the surface of the commutator. See

figure 15A

b. Uneven color. Look for an even dark brown color.

Clean areas or very dark areas indicate a problem.
See figure 15B

c. High mica. The mica insulation must be lower than

the commutator bars. See figure 15C

8. Remove the carbon brush assemblies and check the carbon
brushes. Replace both carbon brush assemblies if either
brush is shorter than 3/8 inch. If either brush is shorter than
1/2 inch, order replacement brushes. Be ready to replace
both carbon brushes earlier than the normal inspection time.

9. Install the motor, the motor baffle, and the fasteners.

Figure 14

1. Mounting Screws

Figure 15

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.

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HOW TO CORRECT PROBLEMS IN THE MACHINE

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION

The machine does not run. 1. There is no power 1. There is an obstruction. See

"Circuit Breaker" in the manual.

2. The electrical outlet, power cord,
electrical switches and motor
brushes are to be checked. Elec­trical inspections must be made
by a person authorized to do
maintenance. Electrical repairs
must be made by a person
authorized to make electrical repairs.

The machine does not 1. The filter bag is dirty. 1. If the bag is ¾ full, discard the
remove debris from the floor. paper bag. clean the bag if it is a

cloth bag. If the machine is used
to pick up heavy debris, discard
or clean the bag before it is ¾ full.

2. There is an obstruction in 1. Remove the hose from the stand­the standpipe. pipe tube.

2. Start the vacuum motor.

3. Hold your hand over the stand­pipe tube. If you feel no suction,
the standpipe has an object in it.

4. Shut off the vacuum motor.

5. Remove the object.

3. There is an obstruction in the 1. Remove the hose from the stand­hose. pipe tube.

2. Remove the obstruction.

4. There is an obstruction in the 1. Check the air tunnel.
air tunnel. 2. Replace the gasket if it is worn or

broken.

5. The tank gasket is worn or broken. 1. Check the entire gasket (top,bot-

tom, and sides) where the front
tank seals against the rear tank.

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 side Service Branch or a Clarke
side of the machine. Technology Service Center to

have the motor wired correctly.

7. The brush setting is not correct. 1. Change the brush setting. If the

brush is set too low on a deep pile
carpet, the housing can stop the
air flow.

8. The brush is worn. 1. Replace the brush.

9. The foam filter is dirty. 1. Clean the foam filter.

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The brush does not rotate. 1. There is an obstruction in the 1. Remove the obstruction.

brush housing.

2. There is an obstruction in the bear- 1. Remove the obstruction.
ings on the end of the brush.

3. The belt is broken or loose. 1. Replace or tighten the belt.

4. There is low line voltage. 1. Remove other appliances on the

line or provide a separate circuit.

5. The brush drive motor will not run. 1. Push the circuit breaker button.

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Model 577 Upright Vacuum

Wiring Diagram & Schematic 8/98

Ref Part No. Description Qty

1 44606A Motor Asm. - Brush ¼HP 120V 1

44602A Motor Asm. - Brush ¼HP 220V 1
2 48500A Tubing 1
3 911562 Switch (Main) 1
4 609407 Tubing 1
5 u 42186B Cord Asm. (Power Supply) 1
6 657501 Strain Relief 3
7 911413 Wire Nut 3
8 606440 Plate, Grounding 1
9 u 41954A Cord Asm. (Vac Motor) 1

NOTE:

uindicates a change
has been made since
last publication of this
manual.

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CAUTION: Repairs by qualified personnel only.
ARHTUNG: Reparaturen nur durch facharbeiter.
PRECAUCION: Reparations par personnel specialise seulement.
PRECAUCION: Unicamente personal calificado deberian hacer reparaciones.

Ref Part No. Description Qty

10 912294 Lead Asm. 1
11
12 912262 Switch - Accessory 1
13 990716 Tape - Electrical 1
14 44900A Motor - Vac 120V 1

44901A Motor - Vac 220V 1

15 912263 Circuit Breaker, 120V 1

912270 Circuit Breaker, 220V 1

Notes

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Model 577 Upright Vacuum

Drawing Upper Half 11/02

69

65

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Model 577 Upright Vacuum

Parts List Upper Half 11/02

Ref # Part No. Description Qty

1 42186B Cord Assembly, Power 1
2 604040 Holder, handle cord 1
3 607340 Ring Split 1
4 609041 Tube Asm., Handle RH 1
5 33500A Filler, Tank Flange 1
6 603940 Handle 1

5

7 962965 Screw, 10-24 x

/16 Set 2
8 603443 Gasket, Tank 1
9 962968 Screw 10-24 x ½ Pan Hd 7

10 875072 Knob 1
11 38902B Tank, Rear 1
12 930113 Rivet, Pop

1

/8 Dia. Open End 14
13 602440 Catch, Latch 1
14 920200 Nut, 10-24 Hex Hd. 4
15 86100A Screw 10-24 x 13/8 Soc. Hd. 1
16 60700A Bag, Cloth 1
17 600641 Bag, Paper (Pkg. of 6) 1
18 39300A Tube, Standpipe 1
19 625184 Label 1
20 623380 Flange, Backup 1
21 911413 Nut, Wire 2
22 602442 Cord, Asm., Nylon 1
23 215104 Label, Warning 1
24 65500A Latch, Tank 1
25 30003A Tank, Front 1
26 70456A Label, Cover, 577 1
27 925546 Pin, 3/16 x ½ Roll 1
28 66100A Pivot, Front Tank 1
29 930120 Rivet, 1/8 Dia Pop 3
30 601340 Backup, Tank Lower 1
31 930077 Rivet, 1/8 x .482 Lg. Cl. End 4
32 73273A Label, Warning, Electric Shock 1
33 67303A Shelf, Bag Support 1
34 623382 Filter, Vac Can 1
35 44900A Motor, Vacuum (120V) 1

44901A Motor, Vacuum (220V) 1

Ref # Part No. Description Qty

36 623443 Gasket, Vacuum Motor 1
37 627680 Seal, O'Ring 1
38 603341 Flange, Retainer 1
39 85517A Screw, 10-24 x ½ 2
40 602041 Clamp, Hose 1
41 604140 Hose, Standpipe 1
42 61200A Bracket, Asm., Pivot 1
43 85810A Screw 5/16 -18 x 5/8 2
44 609040 Tube, Asm., Handle LH 1
45 962546 Screw 10-24 x ½ Rd. Hd. 2
46 605147 Label, Tank Latch 1
47 607245 Retainer, Cord 1
48 705134 Label, Warning (Canada) 1
49 805151 Label, Exhaust Baffle 1
50 215103 Label, Caution 1
51 215110 Label, Caution, Spanish 1
52 911926 Terminal, Clip #6 1
53 962970 Screw 10-16 x 1¼ 5
54 60004A Baffle, Asm., Exhaust 1
55 37000A Pad, Noise 1
56 657501 Strain, Relief 1
57 600854 Bracket, Bushing 1
58 912064 Terminal Clip, #10 1
59 980603 Washer, #SH 1110 1
60 911262 Terminal, Female 1
61 911927 Clip, Terminal 1
62 41954A Cord Asm., Vac Motor 1
63 872102 Clip, 5/16 Dia. Nylon 1
64 930108 Rivet, 1/8 Diameter Lg. Fl. 8
65 603642 Guard, Vac Motor Fan 1
66 980652 Washer, 5/16 Lock 2
67 51419A Brush, Carton (2 Pack) 1
68 962161 Screw, 10-24 x 3/8 1
69 962900 Screw, 10-16 x 5/8 4

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Model 577 Upright Vacuum

Drawing Lower Half 11/02

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Model 577 Upright Vacuum

Parts List Lower Half 11/02

Ref# Part No. Description Qty

1 70673A Label, Clarke 1
2 70651A Label, Div. of ALTO 1
3 617522 Roller Asm. - Side 1
4 24526B Frame - Main 1
5 962968 Screw - #10-24 x ½ Pn 2
6 962041 Screw - #10-24 x 7/16 Pan 2
7 912263 Circuit Breaker 120V 1

912270 Circuit Breaker 220V 1
8 32334B Cover, Electrical 1
9 85517A Screw 10-24 x ½ 38

10 61196B Plate, Cam Rod 1
11 962954 Screw #8-18 x ½ 1
12 612050 Clamp 1
13 657501 Relief, Strain 2
14 608245 Spacer, Cam Rod 1
15 628382 Spring, Rod Return 1
16 980646 Washer ¼ Plain 1
17 67100A Rod, Cam 1
18 42186B Cord Assembly, Power 1
19 41954A Cord Asm., Vac Motor 1
20 912262 Switch 1
21 980407 Washer, Shakeproof 1
22 605143 Label, Rear Cover 1
23
24 605145 Label, Brush Adjustment 1
25 911208 Terminal, Clip 1
26 911927 Terminal, Ring Tongue 1
27 911262 Terminal, Clip 1
28 602341 Cover, Bottom Electrical 1
29 606440 Plate, Grounding 1
30 920200 Nut #10-24 Hex 1
31 602040 Clamp, Tunnel 1
32 962957 Screw 10-16 x ½ 1
33
34 603441 Gasket, Tray 1
35 68300A Tray Asm., Cleanout 1
36 603440 Gasket, Inlet Cover 1
37 602345 Cover, Inlet 1
38 628383 Spring 1
39 607044 Pivot, Tank Assembly 1
40 61200A Bracket Assembly, Pivot 1
41 980091 Washer, Thrust 1
42 600842 Bracket, Spring Mounting 1

7

43 962212 Screw 6-32 x

/8 Pn 2
44 48500A Tubing, Electrical 1
45 600841 Bracket, Switch Mounting 1
46 962979 Screw, 6-32 x ½ Pan 3
47 911562 Switch, cherry 1
48 920056 Nut 6-32 ESNA 2
49 602342 Cover, Switch 1
50 925062 Pin, 3/16 Spiral 1
51 605140 Lever, Switch 1
52 920256 Nut 5/16 -18 Hex 2
53 980652 Washer 5/16 Lock 2
54 61181A Bracket, Cover & Caster 1
55 629780 Wheel 2
56 38700A Spacer, Wheel 1
57 38701A Spacer, Wheel 4

Ref# Part No. Description Qty

58 607041 Pivot, Wheel Right Hand 1
59 NI Plate, Model & Serial (120V) 1

NI Plate, Model & Serial (220V) 1
60
61 629770 Caster 2
62 46712A Strain Relief 1
63 61007A Brace, Lever Assembly 1
64 607741 Shaft, Lever Release 1
65
66 920110 Nut, ESNA 2
67 16701A Lever, Assembly, Release 1
68 607040 Pivot, Wheel Left Hand 1
69 610853 Bracket, Spring 1
70 608340 Spring 1
71 621181 Bushing, Pivot 1
72 628380 Spring 1
73 66140A Pivot, Tank Assembly 1
74 620891 Bracket, Assembly, Motor 2
75 603641 Guard, Belt 1
76 962027 Screw 8-32 x ½ Rd. Hd. 4
77
78 44606A Motor, Brush Drive (120V) 1

44602A Motor, Brush Drive (220V) 1
79 962165 Screw 10-24 x

3

/16 St 2
80 616950 Pulley, Driver 1
81 903042 Belt 1
82 85603A Screw 10-24 x 1¼ 18
83
84 962677 Screw, 10-24 x ¾ 4
85 609047 Tubing, Electrical 1
86
87 38504A Shoe 1
88 621182 Bushing, Shaft 1
89 980442 Washer, Wave 1
90 623681 Guard, Thread 1
91 902648 Bearing 2
92 626671 Plate, End 1
93 627770 Shaft, Brush 1
94 629070 Tube, Brush 1
95 620970 Brush, Half (Set of 2) 1

5

96 962821 Screw 8 x

/8 Flat Head 6
97 607640 Seal, Brush End 1
98 925589 Pin 1/8 x ½ Roll 2
99 606943 Pulley, Driven 1
100 623680 Guard, Thread 1
101 607246 Retainer, Brush Shaft 1
102 60019A Plate, Label 1
103 31200A Bumper 1
104
105
106 607240 Retainer, Bumper Front 1
107 607247 Retainer, Bumper Left Hand 1
108 920296 Nut 10-24 Elastic Stop 6
109 605146 Label, Bottom Cover 1
110 672412 Connector, Wire (220 volt) 1
111 980607 Washer #1106 Shakeproof 4
112 85381A Screw, 10-24 x ¾ 6
113 962987 Screw 10-24 x 3/8 Pan 1

Clarke

®

Operator's Manual 577 Carpetmaster Page 17

NOTES

PRODUCT SUPPORT BRANCHES

U. S. A. Locations European Locations

HEAD OFFICE

ALTO U.S. Inc., St. Louis, Missouri

16253 Swingley Ridge Road, Suite 200
Chesterfield, Missouri 63017-1725

PRODUCTION F A CILITIES

Clarke®, Springdale, Arkansas

2100 Highway 265
Springdale, Arkansas 72764
[phone]

Customer Service - 1-800-253-0367
Technical Service - 1-800-356-7274

American Lincoln®, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402

1100 Haskins Road

SERVICE F A CILITIES

Clarke® , Carlstadt, New Jersey 07072

150 Commerce Road
[phone]

Clarke®, Elk Grove, Illinois 60007

2280 Elmhurst Road
[phone]

Clarke®, Denver, Colorado 80204

1955 West 13th Ave.
[phone]

PRODUCTION F A CILITIES

ALTO Danmark A/S, Aalborg

Blytaekkervej 2
DK-9000 Aalborg
[phone]

ALTO Danmark A/S, Hadsund

Industrikvarteret
DK-9560 Hadsund
[phone]

SALES SUBSIDIARIES

Clarke® Canada Ltd., Rexdale Ontario

24 Constellation Ct.
[phone]

ALTO Overseas Inc., Sydney (Australia)

1B/8 Resolution Drive
Caringbah NSW 2229
[phone]

ALTO Cleaning Systems Asia Pte Ltd., Singapore

No. 17 Link Road
Singapore 619034
[phone]

ALTO Deutschland GmbH, Bellenberg (Germany)

Guido-Oberdorfer-Straße 2-8
89287 Bellenberg
[phone]

Clarke®, Houston, Texas 77040

7215 North Gessner Road

SALES AND SERVICE FACILITIES

American Lincoln® / Clarke®, Madison Heights,

Michigan 48071-0158

29815 John R.
[phone]

American Lincoln® / Clarke®, Marietta, Georgia 30062

1355 West Oak Common Lane
[phone]

®

Clarke

Clarke American Sanders

A.L. Cook

Customer Service Headquarters and Factory

2100 Highway 265

Springdale, Arkansas 72764

[phone]

Technical Service

1-800-356-7274

ALTO Cleaning Systems (UK) Ltd., Penrith

Gilwilly Industrial Estate
Penrith
Cumbria CA11 9BN
[phone]

ALTO France S.A. Strasbourg

B.P. 44, 4 Place d’Ostwald
F-67036 Strasbourg
Cedex 2
[phone]

ALTO Nederland B.V. Vianen

Stuartweg 4C
NL-4131 NJ Vianen
[phone]

ALTO Sverige AB, Molndal (Sweden)

Aminogatan 18
Box 4029
S-431 04 Molndal
[phone]

ALTO Norge A/S, Oslo (Norway)

Bjornerudveien 24
N-1266
[phone]

Clarke

®

U.S. WARRANTY

This Clarke Industrial/Commercial Product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workman­ship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when operated and
maintained in accordance with Clarke's Maintenance and Operations Instructions.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for use of the product. It does not cover normal
wear parts such as electrical cable, rubber parts, hoses, bearings, casters, and belts.

If difficulty develops with the product, you should:
(a). Contact the nearest authorized Clarke repair location or contact the Clarke Service Operations Depart­ment, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764, for the nearest authorized Clarke repair location. Only
these locations are authorized to make repairs to the product under this warranty.
(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.

Clarke's liability under this warranty is limited to repair of the product and/or replacement of parts and is
given to purchaser in lieu of all other remedies, including INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN. THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE FACE HEREOF. NO WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTY OF MECHANTABILITY, SHALL BE IMPLIED. A warranty
registration card is provided with your Clarke product. Return the card to assist Clarke in providing the
performance you expect from your new floor machine.

Clarke

®

, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.

Clarke

®

reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its machine without notice.

Always use genuine Clarke

®

Parts for repair.

Division of

2100 Highway 265

Springdale, Arkansas, 72764