HSS Hire 906 Operating Manual

To connect to mains set suction switch
and spray switch to "0". Insert power

CLEANING

Set suction and spray switch to “I”. Activate valve handle.
The cleaning agent solution is sprayed
and simultaneously sucked in.

To clean dirty carpets spray cleaning solution and use
suction immediately. Using suction again shortens the
drying time. When the carpet is very dirty, firstly spray
cleaning solution. Wait around 10 - 15 minutes and use
suction to remove cleaning solution.

To obtain better result rinse the cleaned surface with clear
water. Remains of the cleaning agent and loosened dirt are
then rinsed out.

plug.
An additional

plug-socket is
available for
connecting additional electrical
devices.

Drive on the
surface to be
cleaned in
overlapping
paths. Repeat
as necessary.

Valve handle

WARNING

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS, DO NOT CONTINUE,

CONTACT YOUR LOCAL HSS HIRE FOR ADVICE.

CLEANING TIPS

The more sensitive the carpet, use a smaller amount
of cleaning agent.

Carpets with jute backings can shrink and the colours
can bleed if the treatment is too wet.

High pile carpets should be brushed off first.

Cleaning with warm water (up to max. 50°C) is more
effective.

To remove dirty water tank switch
off spray and suction switch.
Remove the cover and then
remove dirty-water tank and
empty it, or empty using a drain
hose.

If practicable, keep an eye on the
waste tank water level and empty
when about three quarters full.

Cover

Dirty water

tank

Drain hose

EQUIPMENT CARE

Never push the equipment beyond its design limits. If it
will not do what you want with reasonable ease and speed,
assume you have the wrong equipment for the job. Contact
your local HSS Hire for advice.
Keep the equipment clean - you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the end
of the hire period.

When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves.

FINISHING OFF

Remove unused cleaning fluids

from the housing with suction
hose.

Remove the floor nozzle, hold
suction hose in a fresh-water
tank, turn "Suction" switch to
“ON” and wait until cleaning fluid is

removed and collected in dirty­water tank.

Empty the dirty-water tank. Fill
fresh-water tank with 5l clean
water. Switch on spray switch.
Activate valve handle and rinse out unit for approx. 2
min. Switch off unit and pull the power plug.

Give the unit a final clean up ready for return, to your local
HSS Hire.

Hold suction hose in
fresh water tank

... have you been trained

The law requires that personnel using this type of equipment in

the workplace must be competent and qualified to do so. Training

is available at HSS Training Solutions

0845 766 7799

906/01

906/01

Operating & Safety Guide 906

Operating & Safety Guide 906

Professional

Professional

Carpet Cleaner

Carpet Cleaner

A powerful vacuum carpet

cleaner, designed for use on large

heavily soiled carpets.

Spray very dirty areas beforehand.

Work from light to dark areas (from window to doors).

Work from cleaner areas to dirty ones.

Wait until cleaned surface is dry before walking on it.

EMPTYING DIRTY WATER TANK

When the dirty-water tank is full, the suction air is
interrupted by the mechanical floating switch.

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GENERAL SAFETY

For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Hire.

There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do not
follow all instructions laid down in this guide.

The hirer has a responsibility to ensure that all
necessary risk assessments have been completed prior
to the use of this equipment.

This equipment should only be used by an operator
who has been deemed competent to do so by his/her
employer.

This equipment should be used by an able bodied,
competent adult who has read and understood these

instructions. Anyone with either a temporary or permanent
disability, should seek expert advice before using it.

Keep children, animals and bystanders away from the
work area. Cordon off a NO GO area using cones and
either barriers or tape, available for hire from your local
HSS Hire.

Never use this equipment if you are ill, feeling
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

Wear practical, protective clothing, gloves and
footwear. Avoid loose garments and jewellery

that could catch in moving parts, tie back long hair.

This equipment is heavy (31kg with an empty tank).
Never attempt to lift it on your own, always get

help.
Take all necessary precautions to protect yourself and

others against the possibility of contracting infectious
diseases in your work environment.

Always switch OFF and unplug the equipment when not
in use.

Ensure the work area is well lit and ventilated, if in

doubt, ask about lighting and ventilation equipment at
your local HSS Hire.

Make sure you know how to switch this machine OFF
before you switch it ON in case you get into difficulty.

Never leave the unit running and unattended.
Make sure that anyone in the immediate work area is

warned of what you are doing.
Keep cleaning equipment and chemicals out of the

reach of children and pets.
Never operate electric cleaning equipment or electric

switches with wet hands.
Never use the equipment near flammable, explosive or

toxic substances/fumes.
Never use HSS carpet cleaners to remove asbestos and

similarly dangerous dusts.
Keep clear of the carpet cleaner’s spray. Its chemical

content, together with the fact that it is hot and under
pressure, could hurt you. Never ca rry or pull the equipment
by its power supply cable or hoses.

Check the condition of the equipment before use. If it
shows signs of damage or excessive wear, return it to your
local HSS Hire.

COSHH information sheets are available from your local HSS
Hire.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

The HSS Professional Carpet Cleaner plugs into a
standard 240V 13amp earthed power socket.

If the equipment fails, or if its power supply cable or
plug becomes damaged, return it. Never try to repair it

yourself.

Only use suitable three core earthed extension leads to
power this equipment. Available from your local HSS Hire.

Keep cables out of harm’s way, and clear of the work area.
Extension leads should be fully unwound and loosely

coiled, away from the equipment.Never run them

through water, over sharp edges or where they could trip
someone.

Keep the equipment dry, avoid spilling liquid over the
machine.

Using electrical equipment in very damp or wet
conditions can be dangerous. Only work with dry hands

To reduce the risk of electric shock, always use a
suitable RCD (Residual Current-Operated Device)

available from your local HSS Hire. Or power the equipment
from a mains circuit with a built in RCD.

Ensure the machine and power socket are switched OFF
before plugging into the power supply.

IDENTIFIER

Hose

Cover

Spraying
solution tube

Additional
plug-socket

Fresh Water

Dirty Water
Tank

Floor nozzle

Tank

Vacuum Hose
Connection

GETTING STARTED

Never use the Professional Carpet Cleaner until you
have fully read and understood this User Guide and the
machine has been properly set up using the
information it contains.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR WET CLEANING

CARPETS AND HOME TEXTILES ONLY.

ANY OTHER USE IS NOT RECOMMENDED.

Clear the room of all furniture, if this is impractical, the

furniture will have to be moved around as the work
progresses. Tie up any long curtains that touch the floor.
Vacuum the entire carpet and remove any bits left behind
by the vacuum.

Take the unit into the room and unroll the power lead.

NOTE: This machine must be switched OFF and
unplugged from its power supply whenever you are
making any adjustments to it!

PREPARING UNIT

The carpet cleaner will not work unless the unit is
correctly connected.

Suction

Cleaning

solution

connection

Power Supply

Spray

Cable

1

Connect hose with nozzle and spraying solution tubes
together.

2

Fix the hose with the unit.

3

Fix the spraying solution lead with the unit.

BASIC TECHNIQUES

Thoroughly mix fresh water and cleaning agent in a clean
container. Pour in amount of cleaning solution to fresh
water as instructed on HSS
carpet cleaning solution which
can be purchased from your
local HSS Hire.

Take great care that you DO
NOT spill any over the
machine. Small spills must be
wiped up immediately, if you
spill a large amount, STOP
and contact your local HSS
Hire for advice.

CHECKING CARPET

Make sure that the carpet is securely fixed and that all
seams are tightly sewn together or stuck down (or
shrinkage may occur). Pre-treat heavily soiled or
stained areas with pre-spotter following the
instructions on the product’s container. You can now
begin the cleaning process proper.

CONNECTING TO THE MAINS

Only work with dry hands. When using extension cable,
be careful. Extension cable must not be in water.

Fill unit with a maximum
of 40ltrs cleaning solution