Minuteman Gotcha C46200-00 User manual

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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.
• Use motorized tool on carpet moistened by the cleaning process.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
• 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.
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 - Model C46200-00 (115V)
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.
ELECTRICAL - Model C46200-02, C46200-02CE (230V)
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 16 amp. type L fused 230 volt, 50 hz, AC
circuit. Voltages below 200 volts AC or above 250 volts AC could cause serious damage to the
motor. I.E.C. Class 1.
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.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Solution tank should be emptied after each use. Flush pumping system with 1 gallon of
clean water after use.
2. Check and clean vacuum inlet and solution inlet strainer daily.
3. Removable recovery tank, page 7, item 30, should be rinsed clean daily.
4. Spray jet should be checked for correct spray pattern and cleaned if plugged. Do not clean
out spray tip 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.
MONTHLY/BI-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
The Solution Pump System should be purged monthly to remove alkaline residue build-up. To
flush system out, use 1 quart of white vinegar to 1 1/2 gallons of clean hot water, followed by a
clear 1 1/2 gallon rinse. Clean spray jets if required.
CORD STORAGE
While not in use storage can be accomplished by winding cord around top of machine. Cord
hooks are provided.
• 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
1. Lift the recovery tank of solution tank by releasing the two latches.
2. Add up to 1 1/2 gallons of hot water (maximum 140°F) to the solution tank. If chemicals are
required, follow dilution ratios as specified on product label. Use only commercially
available cleaning chemicals intended for use on carpet.
3. Place recovery tank back on solution tank and fasten the two latches.
4. Plug power cord into grounded wall outlet.
5. Connect the vac/solution hose assembly to machine.
6. This machine is equipped with a 3-position power switch. Ref. to figure below. The single
bar position is for vacuum only - center position is off. Double bar position is for vacuum
pump and motorized tool (120V and standard 230V). Turn on machine in the single bar
position (CE version 230V only).
7. Always test upholstery for color fastness in a hidden area before beginning cleaning
process.
8. Warning: This unit does not contain any automatic liquid shut-off devices in the vacuum
recovery tank. Do not overfill. Always completely empty recovery tank before refilling
solution tank. If foam or liquid comes out of ventilation openings turn off immediately.
Remove recovery tank and run for 1 minute to flush all liquid from vacuum fan chamber.

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BEFORE EACH USE OF THE CARPET SPOTTER:

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Parts Listing - 120V & 240V
ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
1 450213 1 Frame Weldment (120V)
1A 450235 1 Frame Weldment (230V)
2 450226 2 Wheel 4"
3 740726 1 Terminal Block 3-Position
3A 742101 1 Terminal Block 4-Position
4 380064 1 Foam Ring
5 740387 1 Cord 18-3, 25 FT, Spade Term
5A 742248 1 Cord Asm 230V Crptsptr
6 150004 1 Heyco Strain Relief
7 711400 1 Nut-Pipe Lock 1/4 NPT
8 742102 1 Switch 2-Position
9 762299 2 Rubber Grommet
10 711104 2 SCR-ST B 10 x .37
11 740448 1 Ground Fault Interruptor 115V Only
12 450252 1 Bottom Gasket
13 742244 1 Vac Motor Assy. 115V
13A 742247 1 Vac Motor Assy. 230V
14 712560 2 SCR-MC 1/4-20 x .50 SS Nyloc
15 711504 6 WSR-Flat 1/4 SS
16 829757 1 Pump 50 PSI 115V
16A 742150 1 Pump 230V, Bypass
17 450040 1 Elbow PLT 3/8MPT x 3/8Barb
18 450228 1 Hose Output 1/4 ID x 15 CL
19 452037 1 Crimp Clamp 170R
20 450227 1 Hose Input 3/8 ID x 12 CL
21 710207 1 SCR-MC 6-32 x .87 ST PL
22 712638 8 Nut-Hex 10-24 SS Nyloc
23 712537 1 SCR-MC 10-24 x .75 SS
24 712908 1 Nut-Flanged Wizz 10-24
25 712905 2 Nut-Hex 10-24
26 715029 1 Decal - Serial Number
27 715179 1 Decal - Spotter Switch
28 450222 1 1/4 90° BARB x 3/8 MPT
29 711301 1 Nut-Hex 6-32
30 715009 1 Decal Warning
31 828490 1 Crimp Clamp 140R
32 712770 2 WSR-Int. Tooth 10
33 742240 1 Wire Assy. Violet 16 AWG 120V Only
33A 742250 1 Wire Assy. Violet 16 AWG 230V Only
34 742241 1 Wire Assy. Black 16 AWG
35 742242 1 Wire Assy. White 16 AWG 120V Only
36 742243 1 Wire Assy. White 16 AWG
37 740099 2 Wire Tie Small (not shown)
38 450251 1 Vac Motor Shroud
39 450253 1 Front Gasket
40 450247 1 Top Gasket
41 712543 4 SCR-MC 10-24 x 3.50 FH SS
42 712532 4 SCR-MC 10-24 x 1.00 SS
43 741038 1 Receptacle
44 410-4419AA 2 Pop Rivet
45 715340 1 Decal (120V)
45A 715341 1 Decal (240V)

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ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
1 450213CE 1 Frame Weldment
2 450226 2 Wheel 4"
3 740726 1 Terminal Screw Tab
4 380064 1 Foam Ring
5 742381 1 Cord Set 25 ft. 1.0 m.m.
6 150004 1 Heyco Stain Relief
7 711400 1 Nut-Pipe Lock 1/4 NPT
8 742102 1 Switch 2 Position
9 762299 2 Rubber Grommet
10 742292 1 Ambassador CE RFI Torrid
11 711124 2 SCR-ST B 10 x .37 NI
12 450252 1 Bottom Gasket
13 742247 1 Vac Motor Assembly 230V
14 712560 2 SCR-MC 1/4-20 x .50 SS Nyloc
15 711504 6 WSR-Flat 1/4 SS
16 742150 1 Pump 230V Bypass
17 450040 1 Elbow PLTMPT x 3/8 Barb
18 450228 1 Hose Output 1/4 ID x 15 CL
19 452037 1 Crimp Clamp 170R
20 450227 1 Hose Input 3/8 ID x 12 CL
21 710207 1 SCR-MC 6-32 x .87 ST PL
22 712638 8 Nut-Hex 10-24 SS Nyloc
450220CE 230V European Parts Listing
ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
23 712537 1 SCR-MC 10-24 x .75 SS
24 712908 1 Nut-Flanged Wizz 10-24
25 712905 2 Nut-Hex 10-24
26 715029 1 Decal - Serial Number
27 715179 2 Decal - Spotter Switch
28 450222 1 1/4 90° BARB x 3/8 MPT
29 711301 1 Nut-Hex 6-32
30 715009 1 Decal Warning
31 828490 1 Crimp Clamp 140R
32 712770 1 EMI Filter
33 742240 1 EMI Filter Mounting Plate
34 742241 2 Terminal Insulated
35 742242 4 SCR-MC 10-24 x 1.00 SS
36 742243 4 SCR-MC 10-24 x 3.50 FH SS
37 740099 2 Wire Tie Small (not shown)
38 450251 1 Vac Motor Shroud
39 450253 1 Front Gasket
40 450247 1 Top Gasket
41 712543 4 Wire Asy Violet 16G
42 712532 4 Wire Asy Black 16G
43 741038 1 Wire Asy 16G White
44 827666 2 Wire Asy 16G White

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Parts Listing
ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
17 712621 2 Nut-Keps 8-32 SS
18 712540 14 SCR-MC 10-24 x 3/8 SS
19 712770 6 WSR-Int Tooth 10
20 710025 10 SCR-MC 8-32 x 3/8 SS
21 450207 2 Latch
22 430103 2 Spring Hook
23 450225 1 1/4 BARB x 1/8 FPT Brass
24 712767 3 WSR-Flat .406 x .75 x .03
SS
25 450205 1 Quick Disconnect Plate
26 450221 1 Quick Connect 2202 Coupler
27 711552 6 WSR-Int Tooth 8
28 450209 1 Gasket
29 450214 1 Strap
30 450201 1 Recovery Tank
31 715188 2 Decal, Gotcha!
ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
1 450202MCH 1 Solution Tank Machined
2 450229 1 Filter Assembly
3 450215 1 Vac Pre-filter
4 715180 1 Decal
5 832326 1 O-Ring
6 711594 3 WSR-Flat .56 x .88 x .03
7 833473 1 3/8 Hose BARB x 1/4 FPT
8 260294 1 Gasket
9 828974 1 Strainer
10 450216 1 Solution Hose
11 715380 2 Decal, Minuteman
12 828952 1 3/8 BARB x 1/4 MPT PLS
13 833906 1 1/4 Street 45 Brass
14 000708 .03 RTV Sealant
15 452037 1 Crimp Clamp 170R
16 828490 1 Crimp Clamp 140R

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Parts Listing
ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION
1 450238 1 Handle Weldment
2 450239 1 Frame Weldment
3 900040 2 Wheel
4 130032 2 Hub Cap
5 711579 4 WSR .56 x 1.0 x .09
6 711375 1 Nut 3/8-16 Nyloc
7 711508 1 WSR .44 x 1.0 x .09
8 280016 1 3” Caster
9 712546 2 SCR-MC 10-32 x 1.0 SS
10 711350 2 Nut 10-32 Nyloc
11 902000 1 Optional - Carpet Spotting Kit