Minuteman X17 ECO CFS User manual

User Manual
X17 ECO Carpet Extractor

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This manual is furnished with each new Minuteman X17. This provides the necessary operating and preventive
maintenance instructions. Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this
machine.
This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency. For best results and minimal cost,
please follow the general guidelines below:
· Operate the machine with reasonable care.
· Follow the manufacturer’s suggested maintenance instructions as provided in this booklet.
· Use original Minuteman supplied parts.

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Technical Specifications
Model X17
Model No. X17115
Current Max. 12 Amps
Voltage 115V
Vacuum motor power 1250W
Brush motor power 100W
Pump motor power 50PSI
Working width 17” (43cm)
Gross Weight 110 lbs.
Sound Level 72dB
Solution tank 10 Gallon (37.8 LITERS)
Recovery tank 7 Gallon (26.5 LITERS)
Cable 50 ft.
Suction (sealed) 100 in. of water

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CE Declaration

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Table Of Contents
Table of Contents
Technical Specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 3
CE Declaration.................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Table Of Contents............................................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
For Safety During Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Unpacking Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Assemby ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Machine Overview............................................................................................................................................................ 12
Front................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Back ................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Handle\Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Circuit Breakers.................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Solution Tank In-line Filter .................................................................................................................................................. 16
Solution Tank Drain Hose................................................................................................................................................... 17
Solution Level Indicator ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
Brush Pressure Gauge....................................................................................................................................................... 18
Handle Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Accesories.......................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Operating Instructions..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty........................................................................ 26

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Safety Instructions
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.

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• 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.
• 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
Safety 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 112 amp. 115 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. Voltages below 105 voltsAC 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 115-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.
Unpacking Instructions

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Assembly
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
The X17 Handle Assembly (D) is not assembled on the
machine when shipped. Follow the instruction on page 13
to connect the handle assembly to the machine.
A HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
B SHOULDER BOLT
C COVER
D HANDLE ASSEMBLY
E SCREW

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Assembly
Use philips screwdriver to
unscrew 4 screws and
remove cover.
Insert handle assembly in
between bushings. Insert the
shoulder bolt through the
bushing and screw into the
handle assembly using
supplied wrench.
Align the teeth on the bushing
and handle assembly before
tightening the adjustment
knob.
Attach the wire harness
to the machine. The wire harness must
be aligned with the patterns
on the connector to fit.
Screw the cover back
with the 4 screws.
Unpack machine.
Spin the adjustment knob
clockwise to tighten.

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Machine Overview
X17 Front
A HANDLE
B RECOVERY DOME LID
C RECOVERY TANK
D SOLUTION TANK
E SOLUTION TANK LID
F WHEEL
G RECOVERY WINDOW
H CHASIS ASSEMBLY
J FAUCET FILL HOSE
Vacuum Connection
K VACUUM MOTOR INTAKE
L VACUUM INTAKE CONDUIT
M UMBRELLA CONNECTION
N RECOVERY INLET

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Machine Overview
X17 BACK & Bottom
A. TWIST LOCK POWER CONNECTOR
B. HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
C. AUXILLIARY POWER OUTLET
D. RECOVERY TANK DUMP HOSE
E. BRUSH PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
F. OFF AISLE WAND WATER FEMALE QUICK-CONNECT
G. VACUUM HOSE
H. IN-LINE FILTER
J. VAC SHOE
K. BRUSH
L. BRUSH SHOE COVER
M. SPRAY JETS (2)
N. BRUSH MOTOR
P. FLOAT SHUT-OFF

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Circuit Breakers
The circuit breakers are located on bottom and rear
of the handle assembly.
Machine Overview
1 BRUSH MOTOR BREAKER - 3amp
2 VACUUM PUMP BREAKER - 12amp
3 SPRAY JET PUMP\AUX POWER & PUMP BREAKER - 4amp
If any of the functions above are not operating, check if the
circuit breaker buttons have tripped. Press to reset.
Handle/ Control Panel
A MOMENTARY SPRAY BAIL
B BRUSH SWITCH
C VACUUM SWITCH
D SPRAY JET \AUXILLIARY SWITCH

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Machine Overview
Momentary Handle
(A) When handle is pushed forward the spray jets shutoff.
Brush Switch
(B) ON\OFF switch for brush. Flip switch up to (I) position to power on the brush motor. Flip switch
to (o) position to shut off brush motors. Note: Brush switch must be turned ON for to use spray jets.
Vacuum Switch
(C) ON\OFF switch for vacuum pump. Flip switch up to (I) position to turn on vacuum pump. Flip
switch to (o) position to shut off pump.
Spray Jet/ Auxilliary Switch
(D) Power switch for spray jet and auxilliary switch. Push the switch to the (I) position to power
ON the spray jets. Note: The spray jets will not work unless the brush is powered ON.
Push switch to (II) position to use the Off-aisle wand. This will power the auxilliary
outlet and will turn the pump on for the auxilliary connection. See page 20 for connection details.

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Machine Overview
Solution Tank In-line Filter
The In-line Filter (B) should be cleaned regularly. To remove, turn the Shut-off
Valve (C) closed by turning it clockwise. Next, twist the Filter Cap (A) counter-clockwise and
pull the filter out to clean.

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Solution Tank Drain Hose
The solution tank may be drained by removing the
Solution Tank Drain Hose (A) from the Hose Barb (B)
and routing the hose to a floor drain.
Solution Level Indicator
The solution Tank Drain Hose also serves
as a water level indicator for the solution
tank. The amount of water remaining in the
solution tank can be seen through the clear
drain hose.
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Machine Overview
Brush Pressure Gauge
The brush pressure gauge informs the operator if the brush
pressure setting is in optimum range. The machine
operates best in the green area. If the machine reaches the
yellow or red range the brush pressure can be lowered by
raising the brush by turning the brush pressure adjustment
knob counter-clockwise.

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Handle Adjustment
The X17 handle was designed with operator comfort in
mind. The angle position of the handle can be adjusted
to suit the needs of the operator.
Angle Adjustment
The handle can be adjusted without tools by loosening the
Handle Adjustment Knob (A) and rotating the handle
to the desired position.
Machine Overview
Cord Relief
Use cord relief to prevent cables from
disconnecting. Lock the cord in place by
looping the cable and threading the cable
through the relief, then pull the cable down
so it locks into place as shown in figure 2. Figure1 Figure 2

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TM1001 - Upholstery Tool
The same applies to the upholstery tool except this tool
does not require auxiliary power to be used.
Accessories
C46300-00 - Motorized Tool
Only this tool may plug into the Auxiliary
Power (B). The vacuum hose as shown on Page 13
Item (G) must be first disconnected from the machine
before the motorized tool can be connected. Connect
the tools Suction Hose (D) to the machines Vacuum
Inlet (A) Then connect the motorized tool Power Cord (E)
to the Auxiliary Power (B). A Coupler-quick Connect (G) is
required to connect the tool’s Solution Hose (F) to the
quick-connect Solution Coupling (C). To turn ON the tool
the auxilliary switch must be in the (II) position as shown
on Page 14 Item (D).
Machine Overview
Caution! Brush motor must be turned OFF when using auxiliary function. If the brush motor is ON, water will
continue to spray from the spray jets, causing reduction in water pressure to auxillary tool.