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SPEEDSTER LTD
Model: LTD3,
LTD 5, LTD12
REV. 5/2/18
13655 Stowe Dr. Poway, CA 92064 • P: (858) 679-1191 • F: (858) 726-6005
INTRODUCTION
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Dear Customer:
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Speedster® LTD Carpet
Extractor. As technology continues to develop you can work condently
knowing that both Mytee Products and its employees are equally dedicated to
developing with the industry and its advances.
Like any other piece of machinery or technology, the Speedster® LTD also
requires proper maintenance and care to keep the product working over
extended use. Neglecting your machine, abusing it or not operating it properly
can void its warranty and prevent the machine from performing to the quality
and standard you’d expect out of the Mytee Products line.
If you have any warranty concerns or questions, please review this manual
thoroughly or do not hesitate to contact your distributor. If there are questions
regarding maintenance, replacement, or ordering parts please contact an
authorized Mytee Products Service Center. To see an updated list please visit
our website at http://www.mytee.com/support/service-centers.
Before using your Mytee product, please read this manual thoroughly.
Sincerely,
Mytee Customer Care Dept.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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AT A GLANCE6
1.1 - Technical Specications6
1.2 - Included with the Speedster® LTD7
1.3 - Speedster® LTD Features8
1.5 - Switch Plate9
MACHINE OPERATION10
2.1 - Powering the Speedster® LTD10
2.2 - Connecting Vacuum & Solution Hoses10
2.3 - Filling the Solution Tank10
2.4 - Switching on the Speedster® LTD10
2.5 - The Auto-Fill & Pump-Out Features10
2.6 - The Prime Valve11
2.7 - Emptying the Recovery Tank11
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2.8 - Emptying the Solution Tank11
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE12
3.1 - Opening the Unit for Maintenance12
3.2 - Filter Maintenance12
3.3 - Ball Float Maintenance12
3.4 - System Maintainer12
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES13
TROUBLESHOOTING14
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Grounding Instructions
This machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction
or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical shock. This machine is equipped with
a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accordance with
all local code and ordinances. Do not remove ground pin;
if missing, replace plug before use.
Improper installation of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Be sure to
check with a qualied electrician or service person if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the plug will not t in the outlet do not modify the plug or
the machine’s cord, instead have a proper outlet installed
by a qualied technician.
This machine is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and
with a grounding plug similar to the one in Figure 1 below.
If a proper outlet is not available, follow the illustrations of
Figure 2 & 3 to install a temporary-grounding plug. This
temporary work-around should be used only until a proper
outlet (Figure 1) can be installed by a qualied electrician.
When and if this type of adapter is employed, screw the
adapter’s extended tab into place with a metal screw.
However, grounding adapters are not approved for use in
Canada.
Again, be sure to check the grounding pin for damages
and replace if necessary.
Parts and Service
Please contact Mytee service personnel or a Mytee authorized Service Center using Mytee original replacement
parts and accessories if repairs need to be performed.
When and if calling Mytee for support, please have your
Model and Serial Number available for faster assistance.
Name Plate
The Model and Serial Number are located on the lower
half of the back of the machine near the power plug and
will be required for ordering replacement parts. You can
use the space provided in this manual to note down both
for future referencing.
Unpacking the Machine
When your new machine is delivered, please carefully
inspect both the shipping carton and the machine for
damages. If damage is evident, save both the shipping
carton and machine so that the delivering carrier can
inspect it. Contact the carrier immediately to le a freight
claim if there has been any damage.
Caution and Warnings
Symbols
Mytee uses the symbols below to signal potentially dangerous conditions. Always read this information carefully and take the necessary steps to protect
personnel and property.
The Green, or Green-Yellow, wire in the cord is the
grounding wire. When replacing a plug, this wire must be
Is used to warn of immediate hazards that will cause
severe personal injury or death.
attached to only the grounding pin.
DO NOT use extension cords.
Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause
Please Note for America use only.
severe personal injury.
Grounded Outlet
Adapter
Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause
Metal
Screw
Tab for Grounding
Grounding Pin
Figure 1
Grounded Outlet Box
Figure 2Figure 3
Screw
minor personal injury or damage to the machine or other
property. When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed, including the
following: Read all instructions before using this machine.
This product is intended for commercial use only.
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To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or injury:
1. Read all instructions before using equipment.
2. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manu-
facturer’s recommended attachments.
3. Always unplug power cord from electrical outlet
before attempting any adjustments or repairs.
4. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
5. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not close a door on
cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
6. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If cord is
damaged, repair immediately.
8. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces and/or
standing water.
9. Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from
power supply when not in use.
18. When cleaning and servicing the machine, local or
national regulations may apply to the safe disposal
of liquids which may contain: chemicals, grease, oil,
acid, alkalines, or other dangerous liquids.
19. Do not leave operating unattended.
10. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
11. Do not use in areas where ammable or combustible
material may be present.
12. Do not leave the unit exposed to harsh weather
elements. Temperatures below freezing may damage
components and void warranty.
13. Use only the appropriate handles to move and lift unit.
Do not use any other parts of this machine for this
purpose.
14. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of the
body away from all openings and moving parts.
15. Use extra care when using on stairs.
16. To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not use
this machine with a solid-state speed control device.
17. The voltage and frequency indicated on the name
plate must correspond to the wall receptacle supply
voltage.
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1 - AT A GLANCE
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1 - AT A GLANCE
H141V Cu-Lynx™ (2” Female Cu-Lynx™ x
1.5” Female Hose)
H110V Cu-Lynx™ (2” Female Cu-Lynx™ x
2” Female Hose)
H375 Hose Hanger
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H226 Drain Spout
1 - AT A GLANCE
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1.4 - Speedster® LTD Features
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LTD3 shown as example
1. Push handle
2. Clear recovery tank lid
3. Solution tank lid
4. Recovery tank
5. Power cord pigtails
6. Base vents
7. 4” locking casters
8. Pressure regulator (regulator placement
varies by model)
9. Solution tank
10. Front lift handle
11. Quick connect tting for solution line
featuring prime valve
12. 2” Cu-Lynx™ starter
13. Switch plate
14. Recovery tank drain valve
15. Vacuum exhaust ports
16. Interior access latches
17. Solution tank drain cap
18. Auto-ll connection
19. Pump-out connection
20. 10” foam-lled wheels
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1.5 - Switch Plate
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1 - AT A GLANCE
HEATER 1 ONLY
OFF
HEATERS 1 & 2
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1. Vacuum switches.
2. Pump switch.
3. Pump-out switch.
4. Heater three-position switch (not installed on
LTD5 and LTD12).
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LTD3 shown as example
5. Heater indicator lights. Each light illuminates when the
corresponding heater is on (not installed on
LTD5 and LTD12).
6. Dual circuit indicator light.
7. Pressure gauge.
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2 - MACHINE OPERATION
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Before Operating
Take the included mesh
lter bag and place it over
the pump-out lter inside
the black recovery tank.
This lter helps prevent any
solid debris from damaging
the pump-out. ♦
2.1 - Powering the Speedster® LTD
Each power cord on the
Speedster® LTD requires
a grounded 20 amp outlet.
For dual cord machines,
plug each cord into its own
20 amp circuit. The dual
circuit indicator light and
tone will activate when this
is achieved. ♦
Machine
LTD3Primary Cord:
LTD5Primary Cord:
Components on each cord.
Primary Cord always marked with yellow tag.
Vacuum 1
600 Watt Heater
Pump
Secondary Cord:
Vacuum 2
1,000 Watt Heater
Pump-Out
Vacuum 1
Pump
Use the included Cu-Lynx™ hose connectors to connect
1.5” or 2” vacuum hose to the Speedster® LTD. Connect
the solution hose via the quick connect tting on the front
of the Speedster® LTD. ♦
2.3 - Filling the Solution Tank
The Speedster® LTD solution tank can be lled up from
a bucket via the opening under the solution tank lid or via
the auto-ll feature (section 2.5). ♦
2.4 - Switching on the Speedster® LTD
Units Without Heater (LTD5, LTD12)
After a cleaning tool is connected and the solution tank is
lled, switch on the vacuums and the pump in any order.
Units With Heater (LTD3)
Secondary Cord:
LTD12Primary Cord:
Secondary Cord:
Vacuum 2
Pump-Out
Vacuum 1
Pump
Vacuum 2
Pump-Out
2.2 - Connecting Vacuum & Solution Hoses
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In order to avoid vapor locking the unit, the components
should be switched on by following the procedure below
after a cleaning tool is connected:
1. Turn pump switch on. Pull the lever on the cleaning
tool to release air in the line. Hold lever until a steady
ow of water comes out of the wand.
2. Once pump is primed and there is pressure in the
solution line, turn on heater switch and wait a few
minutes for water to heat up.
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3. Once water is heated, turn on vacuum and begin
cleaning. ♦
2.5 - The Auto-Fill & Pump-Out Features
Pump-outAuto-ll
Auto-ll: Connect standard garden hose from water
source to LTD auto-ll connection. Turn on the water
source and let the tank begin to ll. It will shut o when the
water level reaches the oat switch in the solution tank.
Pump-out: Connect a second standard garden hose to
the LTD’s pump-out connection and lay the other end of
the hose in a draintable location. Activate the pump-out
switch on the front of the machine and open the ball valve
on the pump-out connection. The LTD will automatically
drain recovered water from the tank. ♦
2.7 - Emptying the Recovery Tank
Empty the recovery tank by attaching the H226 45˚ drain
elbow to the drain spout in back. Lift up the dump valve
and empty the tank into a bucket or drain.
2.6 - The Prime Valve
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2
The Speedster® LTD units come with a prime valve
attached to the solution hose quick connect tting. Turning
the valve lever to position 1 directs ow towards the wash
hose inside the solution tank. Turning the lever to position
2 directs ow towards the cleaning tool. ♦
Rinse out the recovery tank using the wash hose inside the
solution tank. Take the lid o the recovery tank and place
the end of the wash hose inside. With solution or clean
water in the solution tank, switch on the pump and turn the
prime valve to position 1 (shown in section 2.6). Rinse o
the inside of the recovery tank and then drain the tank. ♦
2.8 - Emptying the Solution Tank
The Speedster® LTD has a solution tank drain cap on
the back of the machine. Just unscrew this cap to drain
unused solution into a bucket or other receptacle. ♦
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3 - MACHINE MAINTENANCE
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In order to keep the Speedster® LTD running smoothly
and reduce the risk of damage to the machine and subsequent downtime, Mytee recommends following the mainte-
nance schedule below:
Maintenance ItemDailyWeekly
Clean and inspect tanks.X
Clean and inspect hoses.X
Check and clean internal lters.X
Check power supply cable.X
Clean machine with all-purpose
cleaner and cloth.
Check spray nozzles.X
Flush solution system with Mytee
System Maintainer.
Inspect vacuum hoses for holes and
loose cus.
Inspect spray pattern for clogging.
If clogged, remove spray tips and
soak them in a recommended liquid
neutralizer for up to six hours. To
remove spray tip, twist spray tip
body counter-clockwise.
Lubricate wheels with water
resistant oil.
Inspect machine for water leaks and
loose hardware.
X
X
X
X
X
X
3.1 - Opening the Unit for Maintenance
To open the Speedster® LTD, loosen the rear latches by
turning them one quarter turn counter-clockwise. Flip the
latches down and then lift up on the push handle and the
machine will open up. ♦
3.2 - Filter Maintenance
The Speedster® LTD comes
with a nylon mesh bag lter
that should be placed over
the pump-out lter on the
bottom of the recovery
tank. The nylon bag lter,
the pump-out lter, and
the solution lter inside the
solution tank should be
checked and cleaned on a
daily basis. ♦
3.3 - Ball Float Maintenance
The ball oats in the recovery tank prevent recovered
dirty water from rising too high and damaging the vacuum
motors. Clean the mesh screen on the oats regularly. ♦
3.4 - System Maintainer
Weekly ushing of the solution system with Mytee®
System Maintainer helps keep lines clean and prevents
chemical build-up, improving pump life, performance
and pressure.
How to use System Maintainer:
1. Mix 1-quart 3601 System Maintainer with 1-quart of
warm water.
2. After thoroughly mixing, pour this solution into the
solution tank.
3. Turn the pump on FIRST, and run solution through your
cleaning tool. NOTE: The jet should be removed from
the cleaning tool in order to prevent clogging due to
loosening of deposits in line.
4. Next, turn on the heater (if equipped). If the heater is
turned on rst, it will result in a vapor lock, which will
aect the machine’s operation.
5. Next, with both the pump and heater on, begin running
the solution through the machine. This allows the
solution to break down any build up in the lines.
6. After running all of the solution through the machine,
ll the tank with clean, warm water. Run the water
through the machine to clear the solution completely
out of the tank & lines. ♦
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8300-EZ - 12” Dual
Jet Wand
8314DW - Bentley™
14” Drag Wand
8390-EZ - 10” Single
Jet Wand
8400 - 4” Stainless
Steel Upholstery Tool
8314T - Bentley™ 14”
Carpet Wand
8700 - Stainless Steel
Crevice Tool
8314P - Bentley™ Plus
14” Carpet Wand
8400P - Air Lite™
Upholstery Tool
8400DX - Mytee Dry™
Upholstery Tool
8903 - Wand Style
Spinner®
8904 - T-Handle
Spinner®
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8908 - Counter
Spinner®
5 - TROUBLESHOOTING
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5.1 - Vacuum Troubleshooting
Vacuum is not turning on.
Possible CauseSolution
Vacuum may not be getting
power.
Check the electrical connections and the switch.
Look for loose or damaged
wires.
To check the switch:
Unbolt the switch plate.
Take a picture of the layout
of the wires or tagging the
wires for future reference.
Switch the wires from
the vacuum switch with
the wires from either the
pump or heater switch.
Turn on the pump or heater
switch (whichever one you
exchanged wires with). If
the vacuum turns on, then
you know the vacuum
switch is bad.
Lid on tank is loose and is
causing air leakage.
Vacuum blows water out the exhaust.
Possible CausesSolutions
Foam building up in the
recovery tank.
There is a loud grinding noise coming from the
Possible CauseSolution
Debris has been sucked
into the vacuum motor
chamber. Usually results
from dry vacuuming.
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Make sure the lid is tight.
Use a defoaming solution
in the recovery tank.
vacuum.
Replace the vacuum motor.
To avoid repeat problem,
DO NOT dry vacuum with
your extractor.
5.2 - Pump Troubleshooting
Pump doesn’t turn on.
Possible CausesSolutions
Vacuum is not producing suction.
Possible CausesSolutions
Recovery tank is full.Empty the recovery tank.
If the vacuum exhausts but
there is no suction, then
the hose from the recovery
tank to the vacuum motor
is disconnected.
Vacuum hose blockage
(if there is no suction or
exhaust).
Clogged lter in vacuum
tank.
Drain valve/cap is loose
and is causing air leakage.
Hose cus are loose and
causing air leakage.
Open the machine and
nd the hose running from
the recovery tank to the
vacuum motor. Check if
it is disconnected. If so,
reconnect it. If it has a leak,
replace the hose (Part #
PH627 if 1.5”, PH628 if
2”).
Check for blockage in
the hose, starting from
the cleaning tool to the
machine.
Clean out lter regularly.
Tighten the drain valve/cap.
Tighten all hose cus
regularly as may loosen
over time. Use a glue to
prevent cus from coming
loose (optional).
Bad switch at control
panel.
Loose or disconnected
wire.
Unbolt the switch plate.
We recommend taking a
picture of the layout of the
wires or tagging the wires
for future reference. Switch
the wires from the pump
switch with the wires from
either the vacuum or heater
switch. Turn on the vacuum
or heater switch (whichever
one you exchanged wires
with). If the pump turns on,
the pump switch is bad.
Disconnect the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
Open up the machine and
look for any loose or disconnected wires. Re-attach
or replace wires.
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Pump runs but there is no spray.
Possible CausesSolutions
Blockage or kink
somewhere in the line.
Air is in the pump.Prime the pump.
Pump runs but there is no spray.
Possible CausesSolutions
On a new unit, the check
valve between the pump
and heater may hang up,
causing the ow of water
to be impeded or stop
entirely.
See chart on page 4 of
the Diaphragm Pump
Troubleshooting Guide to
diagnose the location of
the blockage.
Remove QD o the
machine and solution hose.
Make sure that the three-
prong clip on the inside of
the threaded end is evenly
aligned below the thread of
the QD.
Remove the check valve
temporarily and check to
see if the pump will ow
water out of the pump
outlet hose when the pump
is turned on for a brief
instant in order to verify
cause. The remedy is to
install a new check valve.
Observe the proper orientation (ow direction) of the
check valve.
Tip: the check valve may
be able to be temporarily returned to service by
un-sticking the check valve
poppet with manipulation
of the poppet ball with a
thin tool, like a straightened paperclip. Replace
the check valve in unit
assembly.
NEVER OPERATE A UNIT
WITHOUT A CHECK
VALVE IN PLACE.
Pump runs for a second then shuts down.
Possible CausesSolutions
QD is pressure locked.Relieve pressure from
behind the QD by pressing
in the button inside the QD.
Low PSI.
Possible CausesSolutions
The jet nozzle could be too
large.
Pump doesn’t stop running.
Possible CausesSolutions
Leak somewhere in the
line.
Cracks or vacuum leaks on
inlet side of pump.
Seals have been degraded
by chemical.
Debris blocking inlet lter
or pump head.
Pump trips circuit breaker when turned on.
Possible CausesSolutions
Short in power switch.Test by swapping vacuum
Replace the jet with one
that has a smaller opening.
Disconnect the solution
hose from the machine.
If this causes the pump
to stop running then the
problem is outside the
machine, either in the
solution hose or tool. If
it continues running on,
open the machine and
check for leaks. Repair
the leak. If there are no
leaks, run Mytee’s System
Maintainer™ (Part # 3601)
through the machine to
clear blockages.
Make sure hoses are
secured tightly. If the inlet
side of the pump is cracked
or damaged, replace the
pump.
Install seal repair kit.
Clean lter and/or pump
head.
and pump switch. If
problem resolves, but
vacuum begins tripping
breaker, replace switch
(Part #E515).
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Short in electrical harness.
Short in pump motor.If switch and harness
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Risk of electric shock. Do
this at your own risk.
Remove pump from
circuit by attaching power
leads together. If breaker
still pops when switch is
toggled, then there is a
short to the ground in the
circuit. Replace wires as
needed.
check is OK, the short
may be in the pump motor.
Replace pump.
5.3 - Heater Troubleshooting
Heater is not heating water.
Possible CausesSolutions
Loose electrical
connection.
Automatic sensor has
failed, causing manual
sensor to trip.
Heater element has failed.Check for continuity
Bad power switch.If the element, sensors,
Check all electrical connections, including power
cord and harness.
Reset the manual sensor
button by pressing the
small white and yellow
button in the center of the
sensor. If this works, but
heater continues to trip the
manual sensor, replace
the automatic sensor (Part
#E573) on the heater.
through the element by
reading the amperage. If
amps are low, only part of
the element may be heating
up – in this case, the
element is damaged and
needs to be replaced.
and wiring all check out
okay, there may be a bad
switch on the switch-plate.
Running out of hot water too fast.
Possible CausesSolutions
Too much water owing
through the heater.
Jets being used are too
large.
Water in tank is very cold.If possible, ll your solution
Heater has hard water
buildup inside, leading to
lost eciency.
Unit has vapor locked and there is no water pumping
out of the unit.
Possible CauseSolution
Turning on the heater
before turning on the pump
and priming the unit.
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Remember, when using
your machine, it is recommended you do one
wet pass followed by two
dry passes. This way you
are not spraying as much
and the hot water will last
longer.
If your machine has a
1,000W or 1,200W heating
system, make sure your
cleaning tool has 0.02 jets.
tank with warm water
in order to shorten the
amount of time it takes for
the water to heat up. The
pumps are usually rated for
140°F water.
Run Mytee System
Maintainer™ (Part # 3601)
through the machine
regularly in order to clear
hard water or chemical
residue that can block
water ow and reduce
heating ability. See product
label for instructions.
Turn o the heater and
allow the unit to cool completely. When machine has
cooled, turn on the pump
rst. Prime the unit by
spraying solution out of the
cleaning tool. Then, turn on
the heater.
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