Clarke American Sanders C.A.V. 15 User manual

Form No. 70641B 7/05 Printed in the U.S.A.
READ THIS BOOK
This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read
this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke
AmericanSandersmachinecouldresultininjurytoyouortootherpersonnel;damagetothemachine
or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine
before using it. If your operator(s) cannot read English, have this manual explained fully before
attempting to operate this machine.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: Clarke®, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764
CLARKE-AMERICAN
Vacuum 15 Gallon
C.A.V. 15
Operator's
Manual

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TableofContents
ImportantSafetyInstructions ....................................................................................3
Specifications andAccessories ..............................................................................5
GroundingInstructions .............................................................................................6
How ToAssemble the Machine ...............................................................................7
MachineOperation .................................................................................................7
MaintenanceandRepair .........................................................................................9
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................10
Section II Parts and Service Manual
AssemblyDrawingforC.A.V.15Gallon...................................................................12
Parts List .....................................................................................................13

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA
DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in severe
bodilyinjuryor death. Readandobserve allDANGERstatements foundin
your Owner's Manual and on your machine.
WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury
to you or to other personnel; property damage could occur as well. Read
and observe all WARNING statements found in your Owner's Manual and on
yourmachine.
CAUTION: Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result in damage
to the machine or to other property. Read and observe all CAUTION
statements found in your Owner's Manual and on your machine.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Donotleavemachine whenplugged in. Unplugfromoutlet whennot in useand
beforeservicing.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock use indoors only.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
nearchildren.
4. Useonly asdescribed in themanual. Useonly manufacturer's recommended at-
attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If machine is not working as it should, has
beendropped,damaged,left outdoors,ordroppedintowater,returnittoa service
center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
aroundsharpedges or corners. Donot run machineovercord. Keep cord away
fromheatedsurfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Donot handle plug or machinewithwet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair,looseclothing, fingers, and allparts of body awayfrom openings and
movingparts.
11. The following materials must not be picked up with the machine: Hot materials
(glowingcigarettes,hotashes,etc.);Inflammable,explosiveoraggressivefluids(e.g.
gasoline,solvents,acids, alkalines, etc.); Inflammable, explosivedusts(e.g.
magnesium or aluminum dust, etc.).
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place. Use the machine only with an
undamagedfilterelement.
13. Turnoffallcontrolsbeforeunplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
16. Connecttoproperlygroundedoutlet. See"GroundingInstructions".
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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DANGER: Failuretoread theOwner'sManualpriortooperatingorattemptinganyservice or
maintenance procedure to your machine could result in injury to you or to other
personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You
musthavetrainingin theoperationofthismachinebefore using it. If your
operator(s)cannotreadEnglish,havethismanualexplainedfullybefore
attempting to operate this machine.
DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in
injury or property damage. Do not operate this machine until it is completely
assembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation. Use only as
describedin this manual. UseonlyWap Technology's recommended
attachmentsandreplacementparts.
WARNING: Operating a machine without observing all labels, decals, etc., could result in
injuryor damage. Read allmachine labels beforeattempting to operatethe
machine. Make sure all of the labels are attached or fastened to the machine.
Getreplacementlabels anddecalsfrom yourWapTechnology distributor.
WARNING: Before connecting any appliance to the appliance plug socket, the machine must
always be switched off. If appliances are connected to the appliance plug
socket, ensure that these appliances are also switched off when being
connected to the appliance plug socket. See "Appliance Plug Socket" in the
"Grounding Instructions" section in of this manual.
CAUTION: Making technical modifications to the machine could endanger your safety. Do
not make any technical modifications to the machine.
CAUTION: Never spray the top section of the machine with water. Can cause danger to
persons or danger of short circuits.
CAUTION: Wrap cord around handle when machine is not in use. Use caution not to run
over cord while machine is in use.
CAUTION: Thismachineis not suitable for pickinguphealth endangering dust.
CAUTION: Iffoam/liquidcomes out, switch offimmediately.

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Model C.A.V.15
Voltage 120V
Frequency 60 Hz
Power 1200 Watts
Connectedloadfor 600 Watts
applianceplugsocket
VolumeFlow(air) 120CFM
Static Water Lift 90"
Filter Surface Area
3-Stage 2,212 sq. inches
Sound Level 58 db(A)
CordLength 22'
TankVolume 15gal.
Width 17"
Depth 17"
Height 26"
Weight 33lbs.
Order # for bag-type 52850A
filterelements
(pack of 5 elements)
Order# for filter 29747
element
H.E.P.A.Filter 40181
Clothe Filter Liner / 61086A -Dacron
Washable 61281A-Sateen
Filter Element Cover 11801
SqueegeeFloorTool 5149
Replacement 6114
SqueegeeBlades (set of 2)
NA=Notavailable
SPECIFICATIONS&ACCESSORIES

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GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
Thisappliancemust be grounded. Ifit should malfunctionor
breakdown,grounding providesa pathofleastresistancefor
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
applianceis equippedwith a cordhaving anequipment-
groundingconductor andgroundingplug. The plugmust be
pluggedinto an appropriateoutletthat isproperlyinstalled
andgrounded in accordancewithall localcodesand ordi-
nances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a 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 product - if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Thisapplianceis for useon a nominal120-voltcircuit and
has a ground plug that looks like the plug illustrated in figure
1. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet
havingthe same configurationas the plug. Noadapter
should be used with this appliance.
WARNING:Topreventpossibleelectricshock,protect
the machine from rain. Keep the machine in a dry
building.
WARNING:Topreventpossibleelectric shock,always
use a 3-wire electrical system connected to the elec-
trical ground. For maximum protection against elec-
tricalshock,use a circuitthatisprotectedbyaground
fault circuit interrupter. Consult your electrical con-
tractor.
WARNING: Do not cut, remove or break the ground
pin. If the outlet does not fit the plug, consult your
electrical contractor.
WARNING: Have worn, cut or damaged
cords replaced by an authorized service person.
EXTENSIONCORDS
Use only an approved extension cord with three conductors,
a plug with three terminals, and a connector body with three
holes. The machine has a power cord with wire size 16
AWG (AWG means American Wire Gauge).
WARNING: If you use an extension cord, use an
extension cord with minimum wire size 14 AWG.
Do not use an extension cord longer than 50 feet.
Do not join two extension cords.
APPLIANCEPLUGSOCKET
Before connecting any appliance to the appliance plug
socket, the machine must always be switched off. If appli-
ances are connected to the appliance plug socket, ensure
that these appliances are also switched off when being
connected to the appliance plug socket.
CAUTION: The operating instructions and the safety
precautions contained therein must be observed
when using appliances connected to the appliance
plug socket of the machine.
Grounding
Pin
Grounded
Outlet
Grounded
Outlet
Box
Figure 1
(A)

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HOWTOASSEMBLETHEMACHINE
CAUTION!
On delivery, the accessories - are lying in the tank and
mustberemoved before themachine is usedfor the first
time. See figure 2.
To assemblethe machine, removethe machine top
section:
The power cord must not yet be inserted into a plug
socket.
1. Open the retaining clamps and lift off the machine top
section(Figure 3).
2. Place a bag-type filter into the tank as described in the
instructionsprintedon the filter.
3. Fit the machine top section back on the tank, and close
theretaining clamps.
4. Connect the suction hose. The "Wap Multifit" enables
any WapTechnology suction hoses (27, 32, 36, 50 mm
diameter)tobe connected tothe machine (Figure 4).
Figure 2
Figure 3
MACHINE OPERATION
Picking Up Dry Substances
Before picking up dry substances, the bag-type filter
should always be installed in the tank. It is then easy to
dispose of the material picked up and the service life of
the main filter element is significantly increased. Dry
cleaning without bag-type filter is also possible.
WARNING: Inflammable substances must not be
picked up with the machine!
After picking up liquids, the filter element is damp. Damp
filter elements can clog more quickly when dry substances
are picked up. For this reason, the filter element should
be dried or replaced before picking up any dry sub-
stances.
Picking Up Liquids
Before picking up liquids, the bag-type filter must always
beremovedfrom the tank.
WARNING: Inflammable liquids must not be picked
up with the machine!
If foaming is observed, stop work immediately and empty
thetank.
Switching On The Machine (C.A.V 15)
Turn the switch to position "I" (Figure 3).

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MACHINE OPERATION
Changing The Bag Type Filter
1. Close the bag-type filter sleeve with the slide
(Figure 4).
2. Pullthe bag-typefiltersleeveoff the inletfitting.
3. Disposeof the usedbag-type filterinaccordance
with the local waste disposal regulations.
4. Place a new bag-type filter into the tank as de-
scribed in the instructions printed on the filter.
IMPORTANT!
Push the bag-type filter sleeve completely
onto the inlet fitting.
Replacing The Filter Element
1. Switch off the machine and pull the plug of the
power cord out of the plug socket.
2. Remove the machine top section from the dirt tank
and place to one side with the filter element facing
upwards (Figure 5).
3. Unscrewthe filterretaining nut(1)and remove
togetherwith theretainingwasher (2).
4. Pulloff the filterelement (3).
5. Push on a new filter element.
6. Fitthe filterretaining washerand tightenthe
retainingnut.
7. Disposeof the usedfilter elementin accordance
with the local waste disposal regulations.
MAINTENANCEANDREPAIR
CAUTION: Before cleaning and servicing the
machine, always remove the power cord.
Carryout only maintenanceoperations describedin
these operating instructions. Use only original Wap
Technologyspare parts.
CAUTION: Do not make any technical
modifications to the machine. Your safety
could be endangered as a result!
For all other maintenance and repair work,
please contact and authorized Wap
Technology Service department.
Figure 4
Figure 5

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TROUBLESHOOTING
ActionCause
Problem
1. Reset the fuse
2. Allow the machine to cool down approximately
5 minutes; if the machine does not start again
automatically, contact the Service Dept.
1. Replace bag-type filter.
2. Clean suction hose.
3. Clean and replace filter element.
1. Emptytank.
1. The fuse or plug socket has blown.
2. Overload protection switch has tripped.
1. Bag-type filter full.
2. Suction hose clogged.
3. Filter element clogged.
1. Tank full (float switch closing off the
suction opening).
Motor does not start.
Reduced suction power.
No suction power during
wet cleaning.
NOTES

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Division of
C.A.V. 15
Wet/Dry Vacuum
Section II
Parts and Service
(70641B)
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C.A.V. 15
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C.A.V. 15
AssemblyParts List 7/05
Ref. Part No. Description Qty
1 47014 Ring, Foam Rubber 1
2 47006 Silencer 1
3 44239 Lower Housing, SQ. 1
4 26792 Ground Contact SQ. 10 1
5 11253 Screw, 50mm x 20mm 1
6 11222 Packing Ring, Gasket 1
7 11256 Screw, 35mm x 18mm 1
8 48421 Terminal Block 1
9 11835 Float, Short 1
10 45692 Deflector 1
11 46418 Filter Frame 1
12 11565 Screw, 50 x 18 1
13 29747 Fleece Filter, SQ. 1
14 47025 Covering 1
15 29753 Filter Holder Disc, SQ. 1
16 31972 Rubber Seal, Vac Motor 2
17 52850A Filter Bags, 15 Gallon
18 100006 Canister, SQ 15 Blue 1
1980154A Screw, ¼ -20 x 1½ Brass 1
2019880 Clamp 2
23 59977A Wheel 4
24 46298 Cater Swivel
25 15102 Swivel, Hose 1
2610330A Suction Hose 1.5" x 25' (Includes 25,27) 1
27 11597 Hose Cuff 1
2940536A Lead, Ground Antistatic 1
31 26774 Carbon Brush (Pair) 1
32 26785 Vac, Motor Complete 1
33 47035 Rubber Seal, Vac Motor 1
34 44240 Upper Housing, SQ 1
35 47015 Motor Ring 1
36 25700 AirDiverter, SQ. 1
37 29989 Rotary Switch, SQ. 1
38 48338 Screening Filter 1
39 29755 Control Panel 1
40 46297 Plug Cover 1
41 46248 Screw 1
42 49267 Plug Socket 1
43 243606 Knob, SQ. 1
44 9868 O Ring 10 x 2.5 mm 1
45 18274 Screw
46 11254 Screw
47 26801 Handle 1
48 26803 CoverSQ. 1
4930174A Spacer, Antistatic 1
50920349 Nut, ¼ - 2 1
5111565 Screw, 50 x 18 4
5211180 Inlet 1
5380299A Rivet 4
5480219A Washer 4
NI 61086A Filter Bag, Dacron 1
NI 61281A Filter Bag, Sateen 1
NI 639804 Curved Wand, Chrome (Not illustrated) 1

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CLARKE PRODUCT SUPPORT BRANCHES
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
ALTO Danmark A/S, Aalborg
Blytaekkervej 2
DK-9000 Aalborg
[phone]
ALTO Danmark A/S, Hadsund
Industrikvarteret
DK-9560 Hadsund
[phone]
SALES SUBSIDIARIES
Clarke®Canada Ltd., Rexdale Ontario
24 Constellation Ct.
[phone]
ALTO Overseas Inc., Sydney (Australia)
1B/8 Resolution Drive
Caringbah NSW 2229
[phone]
ALTO Cleaning Systems Asia Pte Ltd., Singapore
No. 17 Link Road
Singapore 619034
[phone]
ALTO Deutschland GmbH, Bellenberg (Germany)
Guido-Oberdorfer-Straße 2-8
89287 Bellenberg
[phone]
ALTO Cleaning Systems (UK) Ltd., Penrith
Gilwilly Industrial Estate
Penrith
Cumbria CA11 9BN
[phone]
ALTO France S.A. Strasbourg
B.P. 44, 4 Place d’Ostwald
F-67036 Strasbourg
Cedex 2
[phone]
ALTO Nederland B.V.
Postbus 65
3370 AB Hardinxveld-Giessendam
The Netherlands
[phone]
ALTO Sverige AB, Molndal (Sweden)
Aminogatan 18
Box 4029
S-431 04 Molndal
[phone]
ALTO Norge A/S, Oslo (Norway)
Bjornerudveien 24
N-1266
[phone]
U. S. A. Locations European Locations
CORPO
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
Clarke®, Springdale, Arkansas
2100 Highway 265
Springdale, Arkansas 72764
[phone]
Customer Service - 1-800-253-0367
Technical Service - 1-800-356-7274
American Lincoln®, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
1100 Haskins Road
SERVICE FACILITIES
Clarke®, Elk Grove, Illinois 60007
2280 Elmhurst Road
[phone]
Clarke®, Denver, Colorado 80204
1955 West 13th Ave.
[phone]
Clarke®, Houston, Texas 77040
7215 North Gessner Road
713-937-7717
SERVICE AND SALES FACILITY
American Lincoln®/ Clarke, Madison Heights,
Michigan 48071-0158
29815 John R.
[phone]
American Lincoln®/ Clarke, Marietta, Georgia 30066
1455 Canton Road
[phone]
SALES AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Clarke®, Secaucus, NJ 07094
74 Henry Street
[phone]
Clarke®
Clarke American Sanders
A.L. Cook
Customer Service Headquarters and Factory
2100 Highway 265
Springdale, Arkansas 72764
[phone]
Technical Service
1-800-356-7274

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Clarke®American Sanders U. S. Warranty
This Clarke American Sanders Industrial/Commercial Product is warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years from the date of pur-
chase, when operated and maintained in accordance with Clarke American Sanders's Maintenance and
Operations instructions.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for use of the product. It does not cover normal
wear parts such as electrical cable, rubber parts, hoses and motor brushes.
If difficulty develops with the product, you should:
(a). Contact the nearest authorized Clarke American Sanders repair location or contact the Clarke American
Sanders Service Operations Department, 2100 Highway 265, springdale, Arkansas, for the nearest autho-
rized Clarke American Sanders repair location. Only these locations are authorized to make repairs to the
product under this warranty.
(b). Return the product to the nearest Clarke American Sanders repair location. Transportation charges to
and from the repair location must be prepaid by the purchaser.
(c). Clarke American Sanders will repair the product and or replace any defective parts without charge within
a reasonable time after receipt of the product.
Clarke American Sanders's liability under this warranty is limited to repair of the product and/or replace-
ment of parts and is given to purchaser in lieu of all other remedies, including INCIDENTAL AND CONSE-
QUENTIALDAMAGES.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN. THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES WHICHEXTENDBEYONDTHEDESCRIPTIONOFTHEFACEHEREOF. NO WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE IMPLIED. A warranty
registration card is provided with your Clarke American Sanders product. Return the card to assist Clarke
American Sanders in providing the performance you expect from your new floor machine.
Clarke, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
Clarke American Sanders reserves the right to make
changes or improvements to its machine without notice.
Always use genuine Clarke American Sanders Parts for repair.
2100 Highway 265
Springdale, Arkansas, 72764