Powermate 1800AC-100, 1800AC-200 Owner's Manual
POWERMATE
OWNER’S MANUAL
This equipment is intended for commercial use only
1800AC-100
1800AC-200
1753 Blake Avenue □ Los Angeles, CA 90031 □ (800) 338-EDIC or (323) 660-1635 □ Fax (323)667-0144
BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE
Read the manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate the unit. This manual has important
information for the use and safe operation of the machine. Keep this manual handy at all times. This
machine will ensure years of satisfactory service if operated and maintained to recommendations in the
manual. If additional information is needed, please contact your local distributor or write to:
EDIC
1753 Blake Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90031-1006
All information and specifications printed in the manual and parts list are current at the time of printing.
However, because of EDIC’s policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make any
changes at any time without notice.
WARNING!
• The machine was designed for the use and 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 the machine connected to any
electrical outlet when unattended.
• The cord on this machine should not be used to pull or carry the machine. Keep the cord away from hot
surfaces, sharp edges or corners. Do not close door on cord or run machine over cord.
• Do not immerse or use this machine in standing water. Such use may cause electric shock.
• This machine is not designed to handle or use combustible/ volatile substance such as gasoline or
kerosene, in, or near the machine. The use of such materials will cause an extreme hazard condition.
• To unplug the machine, grasp the plug, not the cord. Avoid pulling on cord.
• When using an extension cord, use only a 3-conductor grounding cord, 14 ga. wire or heavier.
• Keep openings free of any objects, such as dust, lint or hair, which may reduce airflow. Avoid use if
openings are blocked.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain. Store it indoors only.
• Avoid picking up cigarettes, matches, hot ashes or anything that is smoking or burning.
• Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use replacement parts other than those specified in the parts list.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE WARNING INSTRUCTIONS WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY.
OPERATING THE MACHINE
1. Connect the cord on the power wand to the optional receptacle on the back of the machine or use the
optional adaptor cord to plug directly into a wall outlet. Turn on the vacuum and pump switches on the
extractor.
2. The motor of the rotating power brush is operated with your right hand controlling a long toggle switch.
Pull it up for momentary use, push it down for continuous brush action (center is off). Solution
application is controlled by depressing the flow switch lever with your right hand fingertips.
3. To adjust the handle into operating position, pull up the grip on the locking lever located near the base of
the handle. Move handle to waist level height and push down grip handle on lever to lock into place.
4. To move the power wand forward, push handle downward to raise the front end and move the wand into
position. To pre-spray, depress the flow switch (solution control) while moving wand forward or
backward over the area to be cleared with the front end raised.
5. To clean, depress the solution flow lever while pulling the power wand towards you.
Here’s how it works- The solution is jet sprayed deep into the carpet to loosen dirt. The rotating brush
scrubs the fiber and breaks up surface and deep rooted dirt. It fluffs the nap without distortion to the pile.
With the weight of the base on the suction head, the vacuum picks up the dirt and solution. Make
6. Make a pass over the path you just cleaned without depressing the solution flow lever (vacuum only)
and with the brush still on, to remove as much dirt and solution as possible.
overlapping passes to prevent streaking.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
All EDIC machines are engineered and built to require a minimum amount of 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 will increase the life
expectancy of your machine.
1. Always keep the machine clean inside and out. Keep brush clean.
2. Flush the machine at least once a month with a solution of 3 parts water to 1 part white vinegar in
order to neutralize the alkaline residue left by the cleaning solution.
3. Spray a light lubricant on the quick connect coupler to prevent sticking.
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