Host Reliant User manual

The Dry Extraction
Cleaning System
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HOST®System
IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
Questions or concerns? For assistance, please call Customer Service
at 800-558-9439 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm CST.
Español-página E1

2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................... 
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?.............................................. 
ASSEMBLY ............................................................ 
GETTING STARTED................................................. 
USING THE RELIANT............................................ -
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
Replacing the Reliant Belts................................................8
Cleaning the Motor Vents...................................................8
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS................................... 
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................. 
WARNING
! ! To reduce the risk of personal injury -
Unplug before cleaning or servicing.
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RELIANT
This limited warranty applies only to
products purchased in the U.S. When
used and maintained in normal use and in
accordance with the instruction manual,
this product is warranted against original
defects in material and workmanship
for ONE year from the date of original
purchase excluding expendable parts
subject to normal wear.
IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
Questions or concerns? For assistance, please call Customer Service
at 800-558-9439 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm CST.

3
THE CLEANING SYSTEM that makes A DIFFERENCE hostdry.com | 800-558-9439
When using electrical equipment, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. Do not leave machine when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in manufacturer’s Instruction Manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Inspect cord for damage before each use. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If machine is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, le outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to the manufacturer or authorized repair center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run machine over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or machine with wet 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, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Turn o all controls before unplugging.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
13. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
14. This machine is to be used with HOST® carpet cleaning products only. Use of other cleaning products may damage
this machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock due to internal component damage, use only
HOST products intended for use with the machine. Non-HOST products may harm the
machine and void the warranty.
:
HOST Products
HOST Handy
Bag HOST Handy Jar HOST Bucket HOST SJ HOST Spot Remover HOST PREP® Traic Lane Booster HOST Odor Exploder HOST Pre-Clean for Carpet

4
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Reliant with Wheeled Storage Caddy
NOTE: When Reliant is o, do not allow Reliant to sit in one location for an extended period of time, as damage to
brushes can result. Place Reliant on its side or in the caddy when not in use.
Two White Standard Nylon
Carpet Brush
ASSEMBLY
Your HOST Reliant comes pre assembled.
The only assembly required is the handle. Slide
handle top (1) and handle bottom (2) together
making sure that the long top section of the foam
handgrip and the short sha are both pointing
in the same direction. Install lock washers (3)
onto screws (4). Start screw through the cord clip
and into the handle sha. Once all two screws
are started, tighten each one using the supplied
allen wrench (5).
1
2
3
4
1. Handle Top with Foam Handgrip
2. Handle Bottom
3. Lock Washer
4. Screw
5. Allen Wrench (Supplied)
5

5
THE CLEANING SYSTEM that makes A DIFFERENCE hostdry.com | 800-558-9439
How to Get the Best Results Using the HOST Reliant®
GETTING STARTED
1. Operating Handle
2. Cord Clip
3. Power Cord
4. Handle Release Knob for Removing
Operating Handle
5. Handle Socket
6. Liing Handle
7. Power Cord Receptacle
8. Spring Lock Button for Brush
Guard/End Cover (Not Shown)
9. Motor Vents
10. Gear Case Cover
11. Hood
12. Caddy
13. ON/OFF Foot Switch (Not Shown)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

6
Attach handle to the
machine by liing and
turning the handle release
knob on top of the liing
handle 1/4 turn (1.1). With
the operating handle
parallel to the floor, insert
the handle into the handle
socket. Unscrew handle
locking knob completely.
Turn the handle release
knob until it drops into
place. You’ll hear a click
when it does. If the knob
does not click into place,
push on handle sha to
insert fully (1.2). Rotate
operating handle to upright
position. Tighten handle
locking knob completely
for stationary use. To use
the operating handle free
swinging, do not tighten
locking knob. Install the
power cord by pressing
the cord end fully into the
power cord receptacle on
machine base.
Plug the Reliant power cord
into electrical outlet. Do not
use an extension cord.
USING THE RELIANT
1
2
Note: Standard (white) and firm (zebra) brushes must be broken in before using for the
first time. To break in brushes, run the Reliant on hard surface for three minutes.
4
Remove Reliant from caddy
by unlocking bolt on front
of the caddy. Locate brush
motor switch on the back side
of the Reliant base and turn
machine brushes on. Drive
the Reliant o the caddy.
Before Applying HOST Dry Extraction Cleaner
Before applying HOST Dry Extraction Cleaner to the floor, place bucket on its side for 10 minutes. This will
help to distribute the liquid ingredients evenly throughout the cleaner. Be sure to wipe o the edge of bucket
before replacing the lid. This will prevent leaking.
(1.1)
Handle Release
Knob
(1.2)
Liing
Handle
Handle
Socket
Release
Knob
Locking
Knob
5
Apply HOST Dry Extraction
Cleaner to the floor,
either by hand or with
the Applicator. If applying
HOST cleaner by hand use
about one handful size for
each square yard (3' x 3')
(1.3). Do not apply more
than 100 to 200 square
feet at a time or the HOST
cleaner could dry out and
not clean as well. For the
HOST Applicator, place
HOST cleaner into the
applicator and choose
light, medium, or heavy
setting. Then guide the
HOST Applicator over the
area to be cleaned. As
it rolls, it dispenses the
chosen amount of micro-
sponges (1.4).
(1.3)
(1.4)
Locking
Bolt
Caddy
3
Use a standard vacuum to
vacuum the area first in
2 directions: north/south
and east/west. The more
vacuuming the better to
remove as much dry dirt
as possible.

7
THE CLEANING SYSTEM that makes A DIFFERENCE hostdry.com | 800-558-9439
When Cleaning
Stairs with
the Reliant
To clean the stairs with the Reliant, handle will
need to be removed from the machine. Unwind
the power cord from the handle. Press in the
clips on the cord end and pull up to unplug cord
from power cord receptacle. Unscrew handle
locking knob completely. Lower the handle to a
90° angle (parallel to the floor). Li and turn the
handle release knob on top of the liing handle
1⁄4 turn. Slide the handle straight out to the side.
Use the base to clean stairs.
6Once you apply the HOST
Dry Extraction Cleaner to the
floor, turn the foot switch at
the base of the Reliant ON.
Work HOST into the soiled
area, using push-pull strokes
just like when you vacuum,
make three passes over the
area (1.5). This brushing
action distributes the HOST
micro-sponges and brings
them in contact with the
dirty surfaces of what you
are cleaning.
1st Pass
2nd Pass
3rd Pass (1.5)
7Allow the HOST to dry. Use a
standard vacuum to vacuum
the area in two directions:
north/south and east/west.
Continue to vacuum in two
directions until all visible
HOST is recovered.
Removing Spots with the
HOST spotZAPPER®
Spots can also be removed using the
HOST spotZAPPER. Apply HOST Dry
Extraction Cleaner and brush in many
directions. The more brushing, the better.
Aer brushing, let dry and then vacuum.
NOTE: CLEAN AND ROTATE
BRUSHES HOURLY. The
brush bristles acquire a
“set” in the direction they
revolve unless switched
regularly. Unplug machine
from power. Press spring
lock button to release brush
guard/end cover. Pull back
on clip; li out brushes.
Remove brushes and clean
out underside of machine.
Switch brushes to opposite
drive shas. Brushes fit
down over sha and engage
on 3 pins near bottom of
sha. Be sure brush clip
snaps into position. Insert
hinged bar of brush guard/
end cover into lower
slot. Push all the way up,
depress lock button and
slip brush guard into place.
Reliant brushes can also
be switched end-to-end
if desired. Remove screw
holding brush clip in place,
reassemble at other end of
brush and replace.
8Spring
Lock
Button
9Return the Reliant to the
caddy by locking the handle
in place and turn machine
brushes ON and guide it
back into the caddy. Lock
bolt back into place. Simply
wheel the Reliant away. Locking
Bolt
Caddy
Li and
turn handle
release knob
1/4 turn
Unscrew handle locking
sha completely, lower
handle parallel to floor
and slide handle out
Pull Handle
Out

8
Motor
Vents
Follow these guidelines for routine maintenance on your Reliant to obtain optimal
performance of both the HOST equipment and cleaning system.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE MOTOR VENTS
It’s important that the motor vents on the hood are kept free of any buildup.
Failure to keep these vents clean could cause the Reliant to overheat. Vacuum
the motor vents frequently.
REPLACING THE RELIANT BELTS
1. Disconnect Reliant from power.
2. Remove the gear case cover by
removing 5 screws.
3. Remove the screw in center of small
pulley and slide out pulley cap.
4. Remove the 2 screws on large pulley
and li o flange.
5. Cut damaged belt with scissors and
remove it.
6. Put new belt on small pulley first
and work it onto the large pulley by
turning the cleaning brushes by hand.
7. Replace pulley cap, flange, screws and
gear case cover.
Applying HOST Dry Extraction Cleaner with the Applicator
Fill the Applicator with up to 12 pounds (5.4 kilos) of
HOST. DO NOT OVERFILL. Open hole covers for the HOST
application. Choose light (1 cover open), medium (2 covers
open) or heavy (3 covers open). Walk the Applicator over the
area of dirty flooring. DO NOT apply to an area larger than 10
feet x 50 feet (approx. 50 sq. meters). Keep Applicator 2 foot
away from wall. It is not necessary to apply HOST next to
the wall or to areas which do not appear dirty. Apply only to
dirty areas of the flooring.
Fill Here
Hole Cover
Fill Port Cover
Large Pulley Flange &
Screws for Flange
Small Pulley Cap
& Screw for Cap

9
THE CLEANING SYSTEM that makes A DIFFERENCE hostdry.com | 800-558-9439
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
machine is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be
inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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 machine. If it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This machine is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit, and has
a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Diagram
A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated
in Diagram B may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in Diagram C if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used
only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a
qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like
extending from the adapter as illustrated in Diagram B, must be
connected to a permanent ground outlet box cover. Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw as
shown in Diagram C.
Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.
The electrical cord on the Reliant has been designed to give the proper power to the motor through both the gauge and length
of the cord. Do not use an extension cord. The grounding plug at the end of the cord should NOT be removed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Reliant does not run. Power cord is not properly secured in
the power cord receptacle.
Blown a fuse.
Not turning the motor switch on.
Check the power cord is properly secured in the power cord
receptacle on the top of machine hood.
Fix fuse.
Turn the motor switch on. If the switches are on and it still
doesn’t run, it should be returned to the manufacturer or
authorized repair center. Contact your HOST Distributor.
Prepare the spot, for dry spots and spills, vacuum area first, or for wet spots and spills blot or scrape
area first. Scatter HOST Dry Extraction Cleaner on the spot. Concentrate the brushing in a circle over
the spot. Brush an area slightly larger than the area with the spot. Aer brushing, vacuum up with a
standard vacuum.
If carpet is very dirty or has tough spots and spills, PREP® Traic Lane Booster may be necessary. To
use PREP mix 1 part PREP in 4 parts water in a trigger spray bottle, then mist PREP lightly on dirty
carpet/spot. Apply HOST Dry Extraction Cleaner as before and brush with Reliant then vacuum.
CAUTION: Improper use or dilution may cause damage to surface and increased risk of health eects.
How to Remove Tough Spots & Spills with the Reliant

10
NOTES