package is delivered, check the carton carefully for signs
of rough handling. If your R100H is damaged, notify the
carrier immediately and request an inspection. Be sure to
keep the carton, packing inserts, packing lists and carrier’s receipt until the inspector has veried your claim.
MINUTEMAN’s liability ceases when the carrier picks up
the shipment. However, our customer service sta will be
happy to furnish any information needed in connection
with the claim and will attempt to expedite a resolution.
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
NEW R100H:
Read the manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate the unit. is manual has important
information for the use and safe operation of the machine. Keep this manual handy at all times.
is equipment has been engineered and manufactured
to provide excellent performance and service. To ensure
that your equipment will continue to perform as intended:
• Maintain equipment regularly- following the suggested maintenance schedule provided.
• Use only original MINUTEMAN parts when servicing.
• Operate equipment with care.
If additional information is needed, please contact:
MINUTEMAN INTERNATIONAL
630- 627-6900
All information and specications printed in the manual
are current at the time of printing; however because of
MINUTEMAN’s policy of continual product development, we reserve the right to make changes at any time
without notice.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOL-
LOWING WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
WARNING!
• e machine was designed for use on carpet cleaning
applications as per instructions and recommendations written in this manual. Any deviation from its
proper use or purpose and the consequential damage
that may occur is the sole responsibility of the end
user.
• Disconnect the power cord from the outlet before
servicing. Do not leave machine connected to an electrical outlet when unattended.
• Do not immerse or use this machine in standing water. Such use may cause electric shock.
• When using an extension cord, use only a 3-prong
conductor grounding cord-12 gauge wire or heavier.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain
or snow. Store it indoors in a heated location only.
• Do not use the machine for dry vacuuming.
• Use defoamer at all times to prevent damage to the
vacuum motor.
• Do not use water in excess of 130°F (54°C) in the
solution tank
• To prevent seal damage and chemical build-up to the
pump system, run clean water through the solution
lines aer each day’s use.
• Use only commercially available carpet cleaning solutions and defoamer intended for use with machines
of this type. Do not use dyes, bleaches, ammonia, or
other additives.
• e use of powdered cleaning solution, if not diluted
properly, may result in damage to the pump. Powdered chemical is not recommended. If powdered
chemicals are used, premix in a separate container
before placing in the solution tank.
• Always read and understand your chemical’s MSDS
(Material Safety Data Sheet) before use.
• is equipment is not designed to handle or use
combustible/volatile substances such as gasoline or
kerosene, in, on, or near the machine. e use of such
materials will cause extreme hazardous condition.
• Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
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• All repairs must be done by an authorized
MINUTEMAN repair station.
• Do not use replacement parts other than original
MINUTEMAN parts.
• Do not allow your spray stream to remain in one
xed location as surface damage may occur.
• Check that all spray nozzles are securely fastened.
Loose nozzles could be ejected from equipment at
high speeds.
• is is not a toy. Keep away from children.
• Do not pull by the power or use power cord as a handle. Always unplug by grabbing the plug and pulling,
do not unplug by pulling the power cord.
• Inspect cord for damage. Do not use damaged cords.
Connect only to properly grounded outlets.
• Keep hair, ngers, loose clothing, and body parts
away from moving parts and openings.
• Turn o all controls before disconnecting machine
• Use caution with ejected liquid or chemicals. High
pressures and temperatures could be hazardous to
nearby people or surroundings.
• Do not run the heater dry. always make sure you have
water
• Do not expose heater to freezing temperatures.
• Prevent burns by wearing gloves or using a barrier to
remove hot quick disconnects.
• Never leave heater or equipment unattended when
connected or powered on.
• e accessory heater was designed for use on R100H
extractors for carpet, oor and upholstery extraction
applications. Any deviation from its proper use or
purpose and the consequential damage that may occur is the sole responsibility of the end user.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
115VOLT:
is piece of equipment must be grounded. Should an
electrical malfunction occur, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electrical current- reducing the risk
of electric shock. is piece of equipment is furnished
with a cord that has a grounding conductor and grounding plug. e grounded plug must only be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Connecting the equipment to an improperly grounded
outlet can result in an increased risk of electric shock. A
qualified electrician should be consulted if you are unsure
that the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the equipment. If it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
is appliance is designed for use on a 120-volt circuit.
e grounding plug provided looks like the plug illustrated in Figure 1. Replace the power cord if the grounding
pin is damaged or broken.
Extension cords connected to this machine should be
12 gauge, three-wire cords with three-prong plugs and
outlets. DO NOT use extension cords more than 25 feet
(7.6 m) long.
ELECTRICAL - 115 Volt
Model: R100H
is machine is designed to operate on a standard 15
amp, 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC circuit. Voltages below 105 volt
AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to
the motor.
Figure 1
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MAINTENANCE:
is R100H has been engineered and built to require
minimum maintenance. But like any machine, it does
require some care to keep it in optimum working condition. Careful attention to these maintenance instructions
will give you maximum operating performance and life
expectancy of the machine.
Wee kl y :
• Check and clean solution lter
• Check for obstructions in vacuum pathways
• Quarterly:
• Check pump, plumbing and ttings for leaks
• Check power cords and hoses for tears
CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord from the outlet
before doing any clean up or maintenance on the machine
1. Keep the machine clean. Do not allow dust to accumulate on external surfaces or near any moving parts.
2. Aer every job, wipe down the surface of the machine
with a clean damp cloth.
3. Inspect cord for damage. Do not use machine with a
damaged cord.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• Use only chemicals safe for extractors
• Adhere to the appropriate mix ratios for all chemicals
• For optimal performance, it is suggested that the
operator ush the system aer every job or at the end
of the day.
• Pump seals and valves may need to be replaced at the
1000 hour mark if a loss in pressure is noted
Daily:
CORD STORAGE:
While not in use, storage can be accomplished by winding cord around handle assy. Cord should be
completely unwound during operation.
CORD SAFETY
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before servicing
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged,
le outdoors, or dropped into water, return to service
center for inspection and repair.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close
a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run this R100H over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• is equipment should be stored indoors and not
exposed to rain.
1. Always keep the machine clean inside and out.
2. Pour 2 gallons of clean hot water in the solution
tank. Turn the pump on and ush the entire system
through the wand nozzles for about a minute to prevent alkaline build-up.
3. Remove dirt and lint build-up inside the lter screen
in the recovery tank. Lint should be cleaned o so
that air ow is not impeded.
4. Check the solution tank strainer in the solution tank.
If lint has accumulated in the screen, remove and
rinse it in clear running water.
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1. Handle- Used to maneuver and position the R100H.
Contains switch box (for switchbox, see #12).
2. Recovery tank and lid- Tank collects recovered waste
water. Lid allows access to recovery tank and creates a
seal to ensure suction.
3. Solution tank and lid- Tank used to store clean water
or solution for your job. Lid allows access to the
solution tank and prevents external contamination of
solution tank.
4. Non-marking front 4” locking casters and rear 10”
wheels.
5. Recovery/vacuum hose inlet barb- connect your
recovery vacuum hose to this barb.
6. Solution line Q.D.- Pressurized connection for solution line.
7. Male twist lock pigtail- Connects to 50 power cord.
8. Female twist lock port for heater.
9. Cool air intake for vacuum.
10. Recovery tank dump valve- Pull up to open.
11. Heater mounting brackets.
12. Switch box- one switch marked “VACUUM” and
one switch marked “PUMP”. Switches light up when
powered on.
13. 1000Watt Heater.
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1. INLET QUICK DISCONNECT AND HOSE- Connects to machine’s outlet.
2. POWER SWITCH.
3. LAMP- Indicates when heat element is on and working.
4. TWIST LOCK PIG-TAIL- is connects to the female twistlock plug on the rear of the R100H.
5. OUTLET QUICK DISCONNECT- Connects to
working solution line.
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6. HANDLE- Used to hold and transport the heater
7. MOUNTING FEET- Used to engage the mounting brackets on an R100H extractor and secure the
heater.
8. HIGH TEMP BREAKER ACCESS POINT- Allows
access to the breaker switch in the event the unit has
been run dry.
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How to use an accessory heater:
1. Fill the solution tank of your R100H extractor with
sucient water or solution for the task at hand. Do
not use water over 130 degrees F.
2. Mount the Heater by lining up the two “legs”
(#7 on page 7) to the two mounting brackets on the rear of the machine (#11 on page 6).
3. Connect your heater’s inlet hose (#1 on page 7) to
the machine’s outlet quick disconnect (#6 on page 6).
4. Connect your 25 solution hose to #5 on page 7
5. Connect the power cord on the heater to the female
twistlock plug located on the rear of the R100H.
6. Connect your 50FT power cord to the twist lock pigtail on the back of the machine (#7 on page 6). Plug
the cord into a 15amp circuit.
7. Connect your 25 vacuum hose to the extractor’s
vacuum inlet barb (#5 on page 6)
8. Connect your vacuum and solution line to a carpet
wand or Upholstery attachment
9. Turn the pump switch to the “ON” position using
the pump switch on the handle of your R100H.
DO NOT turn on your heater until aer this step is
completed. Pressing the solution valve trigger of your
attachment, spray water for 10-15 seconds until you
have a steady ow. is ensures the heater is lled
with uid
10. Turn heater on using the power switch (#2 on page
7) and allow up to 3 minutes for the unit to heat up.
11. e heater is ready for use once the green lamp (#3
on page 7) shuts o. Once you start cleaning, the
green lamp will turn on and o throughout your job
as the thermostats automatically regulate the temperature.
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CLEANING CARPET
1. Using a dedicated dry vacuum, pre-vacuum the space
to be cleaned to remove as much dirt as possible. Do
not use the extractor to dry vacuum as it does not
have a dry lter.
2. Pre-spray the carpet
3. See steps 1-11 in section “How to use an accessory
heater”
4. Make sure the drain valve (#10 on page 6) is closed by
pushing the T-handle all the way in.
5. Always use de-foamer- Previously shampooed carpets
usually have a heavy build-up of old shampoo residue
which can cause the vacuum system to ingest foam
and result in damage to the vacuum motor.
6. With the vacuum and pump switches in the “ON”
position, slowly pull the tool towards you with the
solution valve trigger pressed. Make a dry pass forward and backward over the cleaned area to recover
residual dirt and solution.
7. Do not overwet carpet! Make overlapping passes to
prevent streaking.
8. If the carpet is heavily soiled, squeeze solution valve
trigger on the forward pass as well as backwards,
allowing cleaning solution a few seconds longer to
work prior to vacuuming. Another method is to raise
the wand 8” above the carpet and pre-spray lightly
prior to cleaning passes. On extremely soiled carpets,
we recommend using a pre-spray solution.
9. When you are close to running out of solution, turn
o the pump and the heater. Attach the drain elbow
on the drain valve. Place a pail under the downspout
and pull up the drain valve T-handle. Dirty solution
will pour out until the tank is empty. Close the drain
valve. Use a clean bucket when you rell the solution
tank so you do not create contamination.
10. When the job is completed, turn the switches o,
including the heater, and disconnect the vacuum and
solution hoses from the carpet tool and the machine.
Drain the recovery tank through the drain valve as
before.
CLEANING UPHOLSTERY:
Cleaning upholstery with success requires a good knowledge of the type of fabric to be worked on. Look for the
cleaning instruction label sewn on the underside of the
furniture for the recommended method of cleaning the
fabric. If it calls for dry cleaning, do not attempt to clean
with the wet extraction method. Otherwise, damage to
the fabric could occur. Extraction works perfectly on
most synthetic fabrics including synthetic velvets.
Before proceeding, test the fabric for colourfastness.
Apply a small amount of ready-to-use cleaning solution
on the fabric in an inconspicuous spot. Wait for 2 to 3
minutes and rub the area with a white terry cloth towel.
If no color comes o the towel, the fabric should be safe
to clean. If a little color comes o, there is some risk of
colors running when you clean. It may be possible to
stabilise colors by cleaning with an acidic rinse.
1. Using a dedicated dry vacuum, pre-vacuum the space
to be cleaned to remove as much dirt as possible. Do
not use the extractor to dry vacuum as it does not
have a dry lter.
2. See steps 1-11 in section “How to use an accessory
heater”
3. Make sure the drain valve (#10 on page 6) is closed by
pushing the T-handle all the way in.
4. Attach an upholstery tool to the hose set.
5. Always use de-foamer. Previously cleaned upholstery
may have a heavy build-up of old shampoo residue
which can cause the vacuum system to ingest foam
and result in damage to the vacuum motor.
6. With the vacuum and pump switches in the “ON” position, slowly pull the tool backward with the solution
valve trigger pressed. Make a dry pass forward and
backward over the cleaned area to recover residual
dirt and solution.
7. Clean using as little solution as possible. Do not
overwet the upholstery! Make overlapping passes to
prevent streaking.
8. On heavily soiled areas like arm rests, pre-treat with a
recommended pre-spray and /or hold the upholstery
tool a few inches above the fabric and press lever to
spray on the solution before making a pass.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PROBLEMSOLUTION
NO ELECTRICAL POWER1. Defective power cord.
2. House or building circuit breaker tripped
POWER IS INTERMITTENT TO ONE OR ALL MOTORS
1. Faulty electrical cable.
2. Defective switches.
3. Loose terminal or discolored terminal connections.
VACUUM SYSTEM
PROBLEMSOLUTION
NO VACUUM SUCTION1. Drain Valve open.
2. Vacuum lid is not sealed against tank.
3. Loose vacuum hose, vacuum connection
LOW VACUUM SUCTION
1. Accumulated dirt on intake lter screen.
2. Worn out vacuum lid gasket.
3. Lint & dirt build-up on wand head.
4. Defective vacuum hose.
5. Loose connection in the vacuum motor.
SOLUTION SYSTEM
PROBLEMSOLUTION
PUMP MOTOR RUNS BUT NO SPRAY THROUGH
SPRAY TIPS
UNEVEN OR WEAK SPRAY FOR SPRAY TIPS
ERRATIC PRESSURE
1. Clogged spray tips.
2. Clogged solution intake lter screen.
3. Clogged female quick disconnect coupler.
4. Quick disconnects not fully connected
5. Dirty or damaged pump head valves.
6. Defective pump check valve.
7. Crack in pump housing.
8. Lost Prime.
1. Clogged or dirty spray tips.
2. Accumulated dirt on solution intake lter screen.
3. Accumulation of debris inside pump and plumbing.
4. Worn pump bearing (excessive noise).
5. Punctured pump diaphragm.
6. Defective rectier or motor.
7. Worn nozzles.
1. Pump check valves defective or dirty
2. Lost prime.
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