Minuteman Ambassador C46000-00 Guide

Model: C46000-00
C46100-00
Ambassador
Revised 9/03
OPERATION SERVICE PARTS CARE

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FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children,
and pets. Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area of operation.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
• 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,
return it to a service center.
• 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 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 of 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.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust-bag and/or filters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
• If foam/liquid comes out of exhaust openings turn switch off immediately.
• Use only chemicals recommended by dealer/manufacturer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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INSPECTION
Carefully unpack and inspect your machine for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and
thoroughly inspected before shipment, and any damage is the responsibility of the delivery
carrier who should be notified immediately.
ELECTRICAL
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 15 amp. 115 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. Voltages
below 105 volts AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
WARNING
Electric motors can cause explosions when operated near explosive materials or vapors.
Do not operate this machine near flammable materials such as solvents, thinners, fuels,
grain dust, etc.
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 and grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
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 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 illustrated in sketch A below. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet
having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.

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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
All service and repair should be performed by qualified vacuum service representative
or electrician. No user serviceable components are employed in the electrical vacuum
lid head assembly. No lubrication of the motor is required. Before cleaning or maintaining the
machine unplug the electrical supply plug.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Solution tank should be emptied after each use. Flush pumping system with 2 or 3
gallons of clean hot water.
2. Check and clean vacuum inlet and solution inlet strainer daily.
3. Removable recovery tank, page 7, item 41, should be rinsed clean daily.
4. Spray jets should be checked for correct spray pattern and cleaned if plugged, page 8,
item 49. Spray jets are quick release 1/4 turn type. By twisting item 49 1/4 turn counter
clockwise, jets can be removed for cleaning. Do not clean out spray tips with pins or
wire, this may cause damage to the jet spray pattern and cause streaking.
5. Protect equipment from freezing. Severe pumping system damage can occur if allowed to
freeze.
6. Inspect vacuum hoses for tight connections. Check electrical cable for abrasion or cuts in
jacket. Cord should be replaced if worn or damaged.
7. Clean float assembly and check for signs of damage.
MONTHLY/BI-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
The Ambassador Solution Pump System should be purged twice monthly to remove alkaline
residue build-up. The system should be flushed twice, once with the jets installed and once with
jets removed. To flush system out, use 1 quart of white vinegar to two gallons of clean hot
water, followed by a clear 2 gallon rinse. Clean spray jets if required.
CORD STORAGE
While not in use storage can be accomplished by winding cord around rear of machine. Cord
hooks are provided.
• Regularly inspect cord for signs of damage. If cord is damaged replace immediately.
• 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, return to service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
This equipment should be stored indoors and not exposed to rain.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FILLING THE AMBASSADOR
Remove clear solution cover lid from front of machine, page 7, item 57. Fill solution tank with
desired amount of warm water and add liquid cleaning chemical, Minuteman Extraction
Shampoo order #902163. (See instructions on container for proper dilutions.) DO NOT USE
powdered cleaning chemicals. Powders are unlikely to dissolve thoroughly, resulting in clogging
the inline solution strainer. This can reduce or stop solution flow to the pump and spray jets.
Carpet should be thoroughly vacuumed and obstacles relocated before beginning the cleaning
cycle. Heavy traffic lane areas should be pre-treated or spotted with Minuteman Pre-Treat
order #902183 for best results.
TO BEGIN CLEANING:
1. Always work away from the cord.
2. Machine operates by pulling backwards over carpet.
3. Vacuum Lid Assembly, page 7, should be properly seated on Recovery Tank,
item 42, for proper vacuum recover. See figure 3 for hose hookup.
4. See page 5, Control Panel Switch Identifications:
Normal Cleaning Mode
1. Turn on main power switch.
2. Turn on vacuum switch (1).
3. Turn on brush switch (2).
4. Turn on pump switch to continuous.
5. Adjust brush pressure (figure 2) at rear of machine, until brush pressure
gauge reads in green zone.
6. Solution pump should be turned off to the center switch position, page
5, 6" before the end of each cleaning pass.
During the cleaning cycle, care should be taken not to allow foam to build up in the recovery
tank. If this should happen, the machine should be turned off. Defoamer order #910543 should
be added to the recovery tank only, never into the solution tank. Foam should not be allowed to
enter vacuum filter screen.
The recovery waste water level can be viewed from the operator’s position of the machine
through the visible recovery dome. When waste water is within 2" of the top of the recovery
tank, the tank should be emptied. (NOTE : Never tilt machine completely back with recovery
tank in place. Always remove tank and set to the side before tilting complete machine.)
Recovery tank can be emptied by lifting visible recovery dome and lifting out tank by front
handle. A handle gripping area is provided in the front bottom of the recovery tank to tilt and
pour the waste water out.
AUXILIARY TOOL HOOK UP
1. Remove grey hose fitting from clear recovery dome and install auxiliary hose assembly cuff
to grey fitting by passing through rear of machine. Hook up solution hose to auxiliary out
coupler at rear of machine.
2. Turn vacuum switch to on.
3. Turn pump auxiliary switch to on, page 5, item 7. All other switches should be off.
4. See Fig. 4 for details on connecting ET motorized tool.

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OPERATOR VIEW OF CONTROL PANELS
1. Main power switch.
2. Vacuum switch
3. Brush switch
4. Pump spray switch, Continuous operation position. Pump supplies solution to spray bar
for cleaning in large open areas.
5. Center position is “off”.
6. Momentary position is for intermittent spray for cleaning in smaller more confined areas.
When released, switch will return to center off position.
7. Pump auxiliary when using separated floor tool or upholstery tool, switch must be
switched to on position. See figure 2 for solution hose hook up - aux. out.
8. Brush pressure adjustment gauge.
See figure 2 for brush adjustment knob location. Adjustments past the green zone on
gauge will shorten brush and brush drive motor life.

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CORD STRAIN RELIEF
OPERATOR VIEW VISIBLE RECOVERY SYSTEM
1. Waste Water Recovery Hose
(Grey hose cuff to grey fitting)
2. Recovery Waste Water Diffuser
3. Vac Hose White Cuff
(White hose cuff to white fitting)
4. Vac Shut Off Float
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING
E.T. MOTORIZED HAND TOOL TO
AMBASSABOR EXTRACTOR

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ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 130118 1 Solution Strainer Tapped
2 150004 1 Strain Relief
3 169125 2 Filter
4 250038 1 Retainer, Bag Clip
5 250026 2 Gasket, 3.06 x 4.31 x .19
6 380028 2 Carbon Brush Replacement
7 381020 1 Md. Grey Cord Set 16-3 50’
8 381052 1 Clamp Plastic 3/8 ID
9 450004 1 Air Manifold
10 450012 1 Cord Strain Relief
11 450013 1 Brush Bracket Weldment
12 450019 1 Adj. Rod Brush
13 450022 1 Belt
14 450025 1 3/8 Male Branch Tee
14A 450071 1 3/8 Barb x 1/4 MPT Branch T
15 450028 1 Front Squeegee Plate
16 450029 1 Front Plate Neo Gasket
17 450030 1 Wheel Well Plate - RH
18 450031 1 Wheel Well Plate - LH
19 450034 2 Clevis Pin
20 450038-H 3 Z Bracket
21 450040 1 Elbow PLT 3/8 MPT x 3/8 Barb
21A 833325 2 Elbow 1/4 MPT x 3/8 B (100 PSI)
22 450042 1 Quick Disconnect Bracket
23 450046 1 Lower Rear Panel
24 828990 2 Heyco Bushing Liquid Tight
25 450053 1 Vac Hose Assy. White SC17
26 450055 1 Hose Nylo 3/8 ID x 9"
27 450056 1 Hose Nylobraid C/L 21
28 452033 1 Hose 3/8 ID x 16.5
28A 452034 1 Hose 3/8 ID x 19
29 450059 1 Brass Bulkhead Fitting
30 450062 1 Cord Nylon
31 450068 1 Flange Bearing 2 Bolt
32 7545-22 1 Cooling Cover Assy
33 829129 2 Hose Clamp
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35 450078 1 Mtg. Bkt. Terminal Block
36 450080 1 Gasket, Diecut Air Seal
37 450082 1 Adapter
38 450090 1 Recovery Hose
39 450112 2 Hinge
40 452001MCH 1 Solution Tank
41 452002 1 Recovery Tank
42 452003 1 Dome, Clear Plastic
43 452005 1 Main Frame Weldment
44 452007 1 Belt Guard
45 452008 1 Gasket, Dome
46 452010 1 Flexible Cable Assembly
47 452011 1 Spraybar
48 452013 1 Axle
49 452015 3 Sprayjet Tip 11003
50 452018 1 Rear Panel Weldment (50PSI)
50A 452018CE 1 Rear Panel Weldment (100PSI)
51 452019 1 Cover
52 452020SP 1 Dashboard, Screen Printed
53 452022 1 Adapter Assembly
54 452023 2 Wheel 8"
55 452026 1 Cap
56 452027PTD 1 Handle Bail Rec. Tank
57 452028 1 Solution Tank Cover
58 452029 1 Knob
59 500033 2 Locking Screw
60 700287 1 Grommet
61 710130 2 SCR-MC 8-32 x .62 ST NI
62 710178 7 SCR-MC 1/4-20 x .50 ST PL
63 712129 3 SCR-TR 1/4-20 x 1.00 HWH
64 710207 3 SCR-MC 6-32 x .87 ST PL
65 710528 8 SCR-MC 8-32 x .37 BR
66 711104 6 SCR-ST-A 10 x .50
67 711124 11 SCR-ST-B 10 x .37 NI
68 711126 4 SCR-ST-B 10 x .75
69 711202 2 BLT-HH 1/4-20 x .50 ST PL
70 711301 3 Nut-Hex 6-32 ST PL
71 711383 1 Nut-Hex Ctr. Loc 5/16-18
72 711400 3 Nut-Pipe Lock 1/2
73 711420 3 Nut-Hex Jam 5/16-18 ST PL
74 711503 4 WSR-Flat No. 10
75 711506 2 WSR-Flat 5/16 ST PL
76 711524 3 WSR-Wave .52 x .87 x .01
77 711551 3 WSR-Internal Lock No. 6
78 711553 11 WSR-Internal Lock No. 10
79 711554 4 WSR-Internal Lock 1/4
80 712760 6 WSR-Flat .56 x 1.06 x .04 SS
ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
81 711523 1 WSR-Wave .37 x .68 x .08
82 711594 11 WSR-Flat .56 x .88 x .03 NI
83 711713 4 Retaining Ring - E Ext. .50
84 711717 2 Retaining Ring - E Ext. .37
85 711808 2 Cotter Pin - Hair No. 13
86 712101 17 SCR-MC HH WSR 10-24 x .50
87 712533 1 SCR-MC 10-24 x 1.25 SS
88 712540 6 SCR-MC 10-24 x .37 SS TH
89 712560 5 SCR-MCH 1/4-20 x .50 SS NYL
90 712559 19 SCR-TR 1/4-20 x .62 SEMS
91 712638 1 Nut- Hex 10-24 SS Nyloc
92 712764 2 WSR-Flat No. 10 SS
93 711310 6 Nut-Hex 10-32 ST
94 715133 1 Decal Brush Adjustment
95 715061 1 General Warning Decal
96 715634 1 Decal Minuteman ID
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99 740089 1 Vac Motor 3-Stage 120V
100 740189 1 Terminal Block
101 740202 1 Rectifier Bridge
102 740400 1 Momentary Switch 15 amp
103 740402 1 Gauge Pressure 0-3
104 740492 1 Water Valve 115V
105 760232 1 Conduit Bushing 1/2"
106 760245 2 Hose Clamp 62P24
107 762257PLT 1 Nut, Adjusting RH
108 762299 2 Grommet
109 762384 2 Bushing SS .277 x .375 x .37
110 809754 4 Switch Rocker
111 828370 1 BH2-60 Female Coupler
112 828952 1 3/8 Barb x 1/4 MPT 100 PSI
113 828970 3 WSR Neop 1.87 x 2.4 x .125
114 828971 2 Nut 1 1/2 Pipe Thread
115 829044 2 Bearing
116 840202 2 Flg. Bushing Flange Nylon
117 829067 1 Crimp Clamp 560R
118 829114 1 Adapter BR 3/8 FPT x 1/4 FPT
119 829619 1 Hex Head Pipe Plug 1/4
120 829620 1 Brush Shaft
121 829622 1 Brush
122 829757 1 50 PSI 115V Flojet Pump
122A 833067 1 100 PSI 115V Flojet Pump
123 829758 2 Bearing Block
124 829823 2 Pulley HTD Flanged 30T
125 830448 1 Deflector
126 831001 1 Crimp Clamp 440R
127 831212 2 Flange Bearing
128 831238 1 Motor 1/6 HP
129 833906 1 Street Elbow 45° 1/4 Brass
130 831338 1 Float Frame
131 831344 2 Float Ball
132 831610 2 Brush Shield
133 450081 2 WSR-SS 1.908 x 2.41 x .03
134 832326 1 O Ring
135 832859-1 1 Indicator Light Assembly 115V
136 833140 3 Body Inlet Connector
137 833141 3 Unijet Cap
138 833142 3 Gasket, Cap
139 833191 1 Hose Rubber Flex 2x9
140 833214 1 Knob 3-Sided 1/4-20
141 833325 1 Elbow PLS 1/4 MPT x 3/8 Barb
142 833447 1 Nylo Hose 3/8 x 14.125
143 833473 1 Hose Barb 1/4 FPT x 3/8 Barb
144 711508 1 WSR-Flat .44 x 1.00 x .08
145 711544 2 WSR-Helical 1/4
146 17260-72-0 1 Decal Circuit Breaker
147 740503 1 Switch Boot N1.480-16ETA
148 740504 1 CB ETA 41-06-P10 6AMP
149 740523 1 Ground Strap 2.375
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151 828991 1 Plastic Conduit
152 452037 6 Crimp Clamp 170R
153 342435 1 Fitting Brass 1/4 MPT 3/8 Hose
154 452035 1 Motor Base Cover
155 452036 1 Lower Motor Cover
156 410-4419AA 5 Pop Rivet
157 741038 1 Receptacle (50PSI)
158 715340 1 Decal (115V)
159 380035 2 Gasket, 4.31 x 5.81 x .19
160 710355 1 SCR-MC10-32 x .50 STPL
161 710357 3 SCR-MC 10-32 x .75 STPL
162 450091 1 Switch Gasket
163 710352 1 SCR-MC 10-32 x .25 STPL
PARTS LIST

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World Headquarters Minuteman Canada, Inc.
Minuteman International, Inc. 2210 Drew Road
111 South Rohlwing Road Mississauga, Ontario
Addison, Illinois 60101 L5S 1B1
[phone] [phone] 985809
FAX [phone] FAX [phone] Printed in U.S.A.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that this product is free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and service for a period of three years from date of purchase. In addition, Minuteman International, Inc.
will, at its option, honor labor warranty claims for the first 12 months from date of sale, provided such claims are submitted through
and approved by factory authorized repair stations. Minuteman International, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace without charge,
except for transportation costs, parts that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in accordance with the
applicable operation and instruction manuals.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear, or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care, such as belts, cords,
switches, hoses, rubber parts, electrical motor components or adjustments. Parts not manufactured by Minuteman International,
Inc. such as engines, batteries, battery chargers, hydraulic pumps, and tires are covered by and subject to the warranties and/or
guarantees of their manufacturers. Please contact Minuteman International, Inc. for procedures in warranty claims against these
manufacturers.
Special warning to purchaser — Use of replacement filters and/or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman International, Inc. or
its designated licensees, will void all warranties expressed or implied.
A potential health hazard exists without exact original equipment replacement.
All warranteed items become the sole property of Minuteman International, Inc. or its original manufacturer, whichever the case may
be.
Minuteman International, Inc. disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for
a particular purpose. Minuteman International, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended only to the original user/purchaser of this product.
Customers outside the U.S.A. and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty policies. Minuteman International,
Inc. is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically authorized by Minuteman International,
Inc. This warranty does not apply to damage from transportation, alterations by unauthorized persons, misuse or abuse of the
equipment, use of non-compatible chemicals, or damage to property, or loss of income due to malfunctions of the product.
If a difficulty develops with this machine, you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.