Oreck 400 User Manual

OWNER’S
MANUAL

ORECK SURFACESCRUB

hard floor cleaner

Important: Read carefully before assembly and use.

FK40100 Series #961151928 ID112043

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 4

TABLE of CONTENTS

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FEATURES ................................................................................................................................... 8

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OPERATION ...............................................................................................................................10

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Getting Started ............................................................................................................................ 10

Before you Begin Cleaning ......................................................................................................... 11

Filling the Clean Water Tank ....................................................................................................... 12

Emptying the Recovery Tank ...................................................................................................... 13

Using your Machine .................................................................................................................... 14

CLEANING .................................................................................................................................18

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Cleaning the Filter ....................................................................................................................... 18

Cleaning the Nozzle and Spinbrush ............................................................................................ 19

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .................................................................................................20

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WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................................22

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SPANISH ....................................................................................................................................23

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FRENCH .....................................................................................................................................45

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IMPORTANT SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

This hard floor cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

• Fully assemble before operating.

• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on lower handle of cleaner.

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children.
To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other objects into any openings.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments and products.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it
to a service center prior to continuing use.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on the cord, or pull around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord.
Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free from dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce
air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury
or damage, and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place
cleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor. Do not place cleaner on
stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as
gasoline, or fine wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be
present.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding
Instructions.

• Not intended for use on carpets.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not use without filters or tanks in place.

• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.

WARNING: To reduce risk of fire and electric shock, use only

Oreck cleaning products intended for use with this machine.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.

WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage:

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may
cause damage.

• Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine
to freezing temperatures.

• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.

• To assist in reducing drying time, be certain the area is well ventilated
when using detergents and other cleaners with this machine.

• Do not store extractor with solution in tanks.

• With brushes on, do not allow cleaner to sit in one location for an
extended period of time, as damage to floor can result.

• Water will drip from the brushes and underside of the product after use
and may puddle. To avoid damage to wood and laminate flooring and
to avoid potential slip hazard, after use (a) do not leave the product on
wood and laminate surfaces and move to a hard surface and (b) place
unit on absorbent material (such as a towel) to soak up drips.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug (A) illustrated
in Fig. 1. A temporary adapter (D) may be used to connect this plug
to a 2-pole receptacle (E) if a properly grounded outlet is not available
(Fig. 2). The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet (B) can be installed by a qualified electrician (Fig. 1). The
green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like (F) extending from the adapter
must be connected to a permanent ground (G) such as a properly
grounded outlet box cover (Fig. 2). Whenever the adapter is used, it
must be held in place by a metal screw. NOTE: In Canada, the use of
a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance must be

grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides
a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor (C) and grounding plug (A). The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet (B) that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

CLEANING SOLUTION GUIDE

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Product Name

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SurfaceScrub

Oreck

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WARNING!

Oreck

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK DUE TO INTERNAL COMPONENT DAMAGE, USE
ONLY ORECK CLEANING PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR USE WITH THE APPLIANCE AS NOTED ABOVE.

Solution Name

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Elite Hard Floor Cleaning Solution

For optimal performance use Oreck brand solutions found on oreck.com and Oreck stores nationwide.

Available Sizes

32 oz./64 oz.

CARTON CONTENTS

A

Handle

G

Clean Water/ Solution Tank

2. FEATURES

Quick Release Cord Hook

M

B

Carry Handle

C

On/Off Switch

D

Recovery Tank Release Button

E

Recovery Tank

Clean Water Tank Release Button

F

Nozzle

H

Nozzle Release Clips

I

Squeegee

J

Solution/Water Trigger

Tool-Free Handle Lock

L

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS I FK40100

Name

SurfaceScrub

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Wattage

750W

N

O

P

QK

Cord Length

30 ft.

Lower Cord Hook

Wash/Dry Selector Pedal

Handle Release Pedal

Soft-Tread Wheels

Weight

13 lbs.

Subject to technical change without notice.

ALSO INCLUDES

16oz Oreck Elite Hard Floor
Cleaning Solution

SpinBrush 360

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3. OPERATION

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GETTING STARTED

Please read important safety instructions before use (pg. 4)

Place base of machine on the floor and
insert machine body into place. It will
click when locked.

WARNING!

Lock handle into place. Turn handle release dial counter-clockwise

into ‘locked’ position.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY–UNPLUG BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEANING

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Please remove any large objects and debris off your floor. It is advisable to then vacuum your floor prior to using your SurfaceScrub™.

Important: Only use Oreck Elite Hard Floor Cleaning Solution. Using other solutions may cause excess foaming. Excessive foam
will prevent the machine from working effectively. Using other detergents will invalidate the warranty.

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To remove the clean water tank, squeeze
release button and pull to remove.

CAUTION!

Twist tank cap counter clockwise and lift to
remove.

TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO WOOD FLOORS, FOLLOW MANUFACTURER’S CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS. IF USING CLEANER ON
SEALED WOOD FLOORS, INSPECT FLOOR SURFACE FOR WORN FINISH, BARE WOOD OR SEPARATED JOINTS. DO NOT USE ORECK
ELITE HARD FLOOR CLEANING SOLUTION TO CLEAN SEALED WOOD FLOORS IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS EXIST.

Using the water tank cap as a measuring cup,
pour in the required amount of solution
(approx. 1 oz. per quart of water).

FILLING THE CLEAN WATER TANK

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3. OPERATION

Pour cleaning solution into tank. Top up tank to
fill line with warm water (Max 100°F).

WARNING!WARNING!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND
ELECTRIC SHOCK DUE TO INTERNAL
COMPONENT DAMAGE, USE ONLY ORECK
HARD FLOOR CLEANING SOLUTION FOR
USE WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY—UNPLUG BEFORE CLEANING
OR SERVICING. DO NOT USE CLEANER
WITHOUT TANK IN PLACE.

Twist the tank cap into place to secure. Place the bottom of the Clean water tank onto

the machine first and click the top into place.

CAUTION!

WATER WILL DRIP FROM THE BRUSHES AND UNDERSIDE OF THE PRODUCT AFTER USE AND MAY PUDDLE.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO WOOD AND LAMINATE FLOORING AND TO AVOID POTENTIAL SLIP HAZARD, AFTER
USE (A) DO NOT LEAVE THE PRODUCT ON WOOD AND LAMINATE SURFACES AND MOVE TO A HARD SURFACE
AND (B) PLACE UNIT ON ABSORBANT MATERIAL (SUCH AS A TOWEL) TO SOAK UP DRIPS.

EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK

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Note: The recovery tank has an automatic shut off to prevent the tank from overflowing. If this is activated, the machine will not pick up and the sound of the
motor will change. The recovery tank will need to be emptied.

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To remove recovery tank, press
down on release button and pull.

WARNING!

Unclip latches on recovery tank
lid, remove lid to empty.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY—UNPLUG BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING. DO NOT USE CLEANER WITHOUT TANK IN PLACE.

Pour dirty water into sink.
Reattach lid to tank.

Place the bottom of the recovery
tank onto the machine first and
click the top into place.

USING YOUR MACHINE

3. OPERATION

Push ON/OFF switch to turn machine on,
push switch again to turn machine off.

Step on handle release pedal to recline machine.

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To move your machine from room to room,
tilt the machine back on the rear wheels.

The mode selector allows you to choose DRY mode or WASH mode.

To wet clean with 360° SpinBrushes turned on, turn the dial to the WASH position.

DRY mode stops the SpinBrush from spinning to increase the amount of water picked up.

3. OPERATION

USING YOUR MACHINE

Note: Wrap cord around hooks for convenient storage. Attach the plug end to the cord.

In WASH mode slowly move the machine forward to arms length squeezing the trigger to release
the water and solution. Release trigger and pull back the machine to pick up the remaining fluid.

When finished cleaning, return the unit to
it’s upright position.

The machine may be moved by using the carry
handle at the front of the machine.

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CLEANING THE FILTER

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4. CLEANING

Pull open the recovery tank lid after each use
and gently remove the filter.

WARNING!

Rinse under water to remove debris (max.
100°F) and leave for at least 24 hours or until
fully dry before replacing in the machine.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY—UNPLUG BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING.

CLEANING THE NOZZLE AND SPINBRUSH

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Important: The tanks should be emptied and cleaned after each use and before storage.

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Nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning. Slide
the two nozzle release latches outwards.

CAUTION!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING
PARTS—UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

Remove nozzle by tilting downward and then
pulling straight out and rinse under running
water to clean.

LUBRICATION: THE MOTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH
BEARINGS WHICH CONTAIN SUFFICIENT LUBRICATION FOR
THEIR LIFETIME. THE ADDITION OF LUBRICANT COULD
CAUSE DAMAGE. DO NOT ADD LUBRICANT TO MOTOR.

Pull spinbrush bar out. The brushes can
be rinsed under water to remove debris
(Max 100°F). To replace the spinbrush,
press firmly and lock into place. Then
replace nozzle and click nozzle latches
back into place

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to
contunuing use. Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

Problem

Unit does not turn ON

Water/solution will not
dispense liquid

Resolution

• If there is no voltage in wall plug, check fuse or breaker in home.

• Replace fuse or reset breaker in home in the event that there is a
blown fuse, it has been tripped, or it is broken.

• Clean water tank may not be locked in position.

• Clean water tank may be empty and need to be reffiifififilled.

• Mode selector switch is set to DRY mode, change to WASH.

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• Check the SpinBrush 360

for blockages.

Problem Resolution

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Unit will not pick up or
has low suction

Brushes will not spin

• Empty recovery tank, remove any debris from ffiifififilter. If washing ffiifififilter allow

24 hours to fully dry before reffiifififitting.

• The recovery tank has an automatic shut off to prevent the tank from

overffllowing. If this is activated, the machine will not pick up and the sound
of the motor will change. The recovery tank will need to be emptied.

• Make sure the recovery tank and nozzle are locked into place.

• Mode selector switch is set to DRY mode, change to WASH.

• Check the brushes for blockages.