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USER MANUAL RESTORE SC6100A Sanitaire

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY: » Do not immerse. » Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process. » Always connect to a properly grounded outlet. » See grounding instructions. » Unplug from outlet when not in use and before conducting maintenance or troubleshooting. » Do not leave machine when it is plugged in. » Do not service machine when it is plugged in. » Do not use with damaged cord or plug. » If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an authorized service center. » Use indoors only. » Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, run appliance over cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces. » Unplug by grasping the plug, not the cord. » Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands. » Do not put any object into appliance openings, use with blocked opening or restrict air flow. » Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers, or other body parts to openings or moving parts. » Do not pick up hot or burning objects. » Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor. » Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil-based paint, paint thinner, some moth- proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors. » Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.). » Do not modify the 3-prong grounded plug. » Do not allow to be used as a toy. » Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user guide. » Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. » Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. » Always install float before any wet pick-up operation. » Use only cleaning products formulated by Sanitaire

for use in this appliance to prevent internal component damage. See the cleaning fluid section of this guide. » Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc. » Do not point attachment nozzle at people or animals » Keep appliance on a level surface. » Do not use without intake screen filter in place. » Turn OFF all controls before unplugging. » Unplug before attaching the Upholstery Tool. » Be extra careful when cleaning stairs. » Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COMMERCIAL DEEP CLEANER. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: WARNING Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electri- cian or service person if you aren’t sure if the outlet is properly grounded. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is designed for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug in the drawing to the right. Make certain that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No plug adapter should be used with this appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded wiring system. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a safe path of least resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical shock. The cord for this appliance has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. It must only be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Grounded Outlets Grounding Pin

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Adjustable Handle Tank Carry Handle Power Cord Power Switch Upper Handle Release Handle Detent Spray Trigger Dirty Water Tank Back Carry Handle Clean Water Tank Flow Indicator Product View Front Carry Handle Assembly Your Sanitaire Commercial Carpet Extractor - SC6100A comes with no assembly required! Cleaning Formula Keep plenty of genuine Sanitaire

Ultimate Carpet Cleaner Formula on hand so you can clean and protect whenever it fits your schedule. Always use genuine Sanitaire deep cleaning formulas. Non-Sanitaire cleaning solutions may harm the machine and may void the warranty. PRETREAT Pretreat spots and stains to improve carpet cleaning performance

Operations Before You Clean

1. Move furniture to another area if cleaning

the entire room (optional).

2. Vacuum area thoroughly before deep

3. Plan your cleaning route to leave an exit

path. It is best to begin cleaning in the corner farthest from your exit. Carpet Cleaning

1. Remove Dirty Water Tank. Pull Dirty Water

Tank handle to upright position and lift up to remove Dirty Water Tank.

2. Lift Clean Water Tank from the base of

machine. A. Unscrew cap on top of the Clean Water Tank. Fill tank to FILL line with clean, hot tap water. B. Measure Sanitaire

formula using cap on tank. Fill cap to line twice for each full tank of water. Always use genuine Sanitaire formulas to maximize cleaning and for the safety of your machine C. Screw cap back onto Clean Water Tank and place tank onto base of the machine.

3. Replace Dirty Water Tank securely on top

of the Clean Water Tank and push handle back to lock into place.

4. Plug into a proper outlet and turn the Power

Switch to the ON ( I ) position.

5. Recline handle by pushing down on the

green lever on the back of the machine while pulling back.

6. Cleaning strokes. While pressing the

trigger, make one slow forward wet pass and another back. Let the formula and DirtLifter

PowerBrushes do the work for you. Note: Your machine is equipped with a circuit breaker that will automatically shut off the brush if a large or loose object is caught in the Brush Roll. If that happens, be sure to unplug your machine, remove the foreign object and then plug machine in to reset the circuit breaker. ATTENTION Some Berber carpets have a tendency to fuzz with wear. Repeated strokes in the same area with an ordinary vacuum or deep cleaner may aggravate this condition.www.sanitairecommercial.com 5

Operations Carpet Cleaning (cont.)

7. Cleaning strokes. Release the

trigger and make one slow forward and backward pass over the same area to remove any residual dirty water and aid in drying. Repeat cleaning passes until solution being pulled up appears clean. Continue passes without pressing the trigger until you can’t see any more water being pulled up.

8. Remove the Dirty Water Tank by pulling

the handle to the upright position and lift up. Carry the tank like a bucket to a utility sink or outside where you will dispose of the dirty water.

9. Unlatch the top of the tank from the

bottom by pushing the handle all the way forward and lifting the top off. Pour dirty water into the sink. Note: You may notice hair and debris deposits on the carpet or in the tank that were loosened by the cleaning action (especially with newer carpets that have never been deep cleaned before). This debris should be picked up and thrown away.

10. Fill the Clean Water Tank with clean hot

tap water and follow instructions 2 - 7 to continue cleaning.

CAUTION: Do not overwet. Take care not to run over loose objects or edges of area rugs. Stalling brush may result in premature belt failure. Maintenance and Care Machine Storage Once your cleaning is complete, make sure both the Dirty and Clean Water Tanks are emptied, rinsed out and dried before the next use. Note: Store cleaner in a protected, dry area. Since this product uses water, it must not be stored where there is a danger of freezing. Freezing will damage internal components and void the warranty.6 www.sanitairecommercial.com

Maintenance and Care

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Machine Care For best results, a few simple steps can assure your machine is well maintained after your cleaning is complete

2. After emptying the Clean and Dirty

Water Tanks, rinse them out with running hot tap water.

3. The top half of the Dirty Water Tank

can also be rinsed clean through the nozzle area.

4. After carpet is dry, vacuum again to

remove hair and fuzz.

Belt Removal and Replacement

1. Turn OFF the machine and unplug it

2. Remove the Dirty and Clean Water

Tanks from the base of the machine.

3. While standing behind the unit, lay the

unit on its side (cord side up).

4. Looking at the bottom of unit, find

the back center of the brush carriage where the carriage latch is located. It is between the brush assembly and the front wheels.

5. Pull brush carriage towards you with

one hand until it stops, then pinch the carriage latch with other hand while pulling the carriage towards you. The carriage should swing out to access belt cover.

6. Remove three screws from cover. Lift

and remove to access brush carriage.

7. Turn the belt inward towards the large

pulley while lifting out.

8. Place new belt over small pulley first

and then slip the belt over the large pulley.

9. Replace the brush carriage and

10. Push brush carriage back into place

making sure the carriage latch locks back into place.www.sanitairecommercial.com 7

Maintenance and Care

1. Turn OFF the machine and unplug from

2. Remove the Dirty and Clean Water

Tanks from the base of the machine.

3. While standing behind the unit, lay the

unit on its side (cord side down).

4. Looking at the bottom of the unit,

find the center of the brush carriage where the carriage latch is located. It is between the brush assembly and wheels.

5. Pull the brush carriage towards you

with one hand until it stops. Pinch the carriage latch with the other hand while pulling the carriage towards you. The carriage should swing out to access brush end cover.

6. Remove three screws from endcap. Pull

endcap off to release brush roll.

7. With cover removed, the brush comes

out easily by tilting the loose end out of the carriage.

8. To replace the Brush Roll to the unit,

place the large open end of the brush onto the carriage and tilt opposite end back into place.

9. With the brush sitting relatively straight

up and down by itself, place endcap back on top and replace three screws. The brush will need to be held and centered to the cover while placing it back on.

10. Spin the brush by hand to make sure it

turns freely with some minor resistance from the motor. Push brush carriage back into place with a light pull against the lock.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Problem Possible causes Remedies Reduced Spray or No Spray Clean Water Tank may be empty. Fill Clean Water Tank with hot tap water. Clean Water Tank may not be seated completely. Turn power OFF. Remove and reseat tank. Pump may have lost prime. Turn power OFF and then back ON. Wait one minute, then depress trigger. Debris filter on base is clogged. Use hand to remove debris. DirtLifter

PowerBrush does not turn The belt is off or broken. Turn power OFF and unplug unit from outlet. Follow instructions on page 6. The unit is in the upright position. Brushes only rotate when unit is reclined using the detent pedal. Circuit breaker on machine may have tripped. Turn the machine OFF and unplug from outlet. Check to see if foreign object is caught in Brush Roll. Remove object. Plug machine in to reset circuit breaker. Cleaner not picking up solution Tanks may not be seated properly Pick up the Clean and Dirty Water Tanks and reseat them so they fit snuggly on the unit. Clean Water Tank is empty Check fluid levels in Clean Water Tank and refill if necessary. Dirty Water Tank has picked up the maximum amount Empty Dirty Water Tank. Refill Clean Water Tank with water and formula. Place both tanks back onto unit. Red float “door” in the tank may have closed as a result of bumping an object or moving machine back and forth too quickly Turn the machine OFF, allowing red float door to release into the open position. Turn the unit back ON to continue cleaning. Be sure your forward and backward strokes are completed at a slower pace. Front nozzle of machine is clogged Use fingers to remove any debris from this area. Upper body filter is clogged Use fingers to remove any debris from this area.www.sanitairecommercial.com 9

Warranty Service If your Sanitaire product should require service: You will find the nearest Sanitaire Authorized Service Center in your area online at sanitairecommercial.com under service locator or contact Sanitaire Customer Service. If you need information about repairs or replacement parts, or if you have questions about your warranty, contact Sanitaire Customer Service. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover, please contact Sanitaire

Customer Service by E-mail, telephone or regular mail as described below. Limited One-Year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, upon receipt of the product Sanitaire will repair or replace (with new, refurbished, lightly used, or remanufactured components or products), at Sanitaire's option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any defective or malfunctioning part. See information below on "If your Sanitaire product should require service". This warranty does not apply to fans or routine maintenance components such as filters, belts or brushes. Damage or malfunction caused by negligence, abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair, or any other use not in accordance with the user guide is not covered. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

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