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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WARNING: OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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WIDE AREA SWEEPER VACUUM
PF28SV
PF28SV-MAN 06/2021

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Wide Area Sweeper Vacuum. You are now equipped to
handle any and all commercial carpet cleaning jobs. Your new unit is a high quality, precision-
made product. All parts used in the manufacturing of this unit have passed rigid quality control
standards prior to assembly. Please safeguard the original receipt / invoice. If you experience any
problems with your unit during the warranty period, the original receipt / invoice will act as proof
of purchase.
Shipping and Damage
This equipment is thoroughly inspected, tested, and packaged to provide equipment in good
operating condition. It is beyond our control after the equipment is turned over to a freight carrier.
The freight carrier received and signed for the equipment in good condition. Consequently, it is
most important to protect your interest by carefully complying with the following instructions:
Please inspect your cartons for any damage (including concealed damage) that might have
occurred during shipment. Any damage is the responsibility of the freight carrier and should be
reported to the freight carrier immediately. It is your responsibility to issue a claim and to receive
compensation from the freight carrier for any damage done in transit. Damage of this sort is not
warranted.
Customer Record
Model Number: ___________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number: ___________________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: __________________________________________________________________________

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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT
Read and understand this owner’s manual and all labels on the unit before operating. Safety is a
combination of common sense,staying alert, and knowing how your unit works. Use this unit only
as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. To reduce the
risk of personal injury or damage to your unit use only recommended accessories.
1. Use only as instructed in this manual.
2. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
3. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
4. Do not use to pick up liquids. This vacuum is for Dry Pickup only.
5. 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.
6. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects, as they may damage the vacuum bag or the vacuum
motor.
7. Do not use without paper vacuum bag, cloth bag and filters in place.
8. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
9. Do not kink or twist the power cord.
10.Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corner. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
11.Do not pull on the cord to unplug. Grasp and pull the plug, not the cord. Turn off the vacuum
before unplugging.
12.Do not handle the cord, plug, switch or vacuum with wet hands.
13.Do not use outlets with inadequate current capacity.
14.Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum.
15.Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of
dust, lint, hair and anything that might reduce airflow.
16.Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
17.Use with extra care when cleaning stairs.
18.Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
19.Do not use without dust bag in place.
20.Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. To reduce the risk or fire or
explosion, do not use near combustible liquids, gases, or dusts, such as gasoline or other
fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-based paints, or natural gas.
21.To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic vapors do not vacuum or use near toxic or hazardous
materials.
22.Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
23.This machine is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
24.Do not attempt to service the vacuum yourself. Repair by anyone other than an authorized
repair service center may void the warranty.
25.Store the vacuum indoors in a cool, dry area.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This vacuum is not a household appliance, intended for commercial use only.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

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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 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 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.
A

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HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Using the wing nuts (Fig. 1), adjust the
handle length to a comfortable working
position. Tighten all wing nuts.
2. Loosen the handle lock levers (Fig. 2) on
both sides of the unit and adjust the handle
to a comfortable operation height.
3. Tighten the handle lock lever on both sides
to lock the handle in place.
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
BAG INSTALLATION
1. Attach the cloth zipper bag by placing the
elastic opening seal securely around the
neck of the exhaust opening. (Fig. 3)
2. Connect the snap from the bag to the ex-
haust frame. (Fig. 4)
3. Connect the two snaps in the front of the
bag onto the top of the wide area vacuum
sweeper.
4. Unzip cloth bag and install the paper bag
inside. (Fig. 5)
5. Attach the paper bag onto the vacuum ex-
haust opening. (Fig. 6)
6. Completely close zipper on the cloth bag.
ATTENTION: Never operate machine without
cloth bag.
Always use cloth and paper bags together.
Fig. 2
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7

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BRUSH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. This machine has 5 brush adjustment levels.
2. To lower brush height level: depress the
lower pedal, Fig 8., down and release one
notch of ratchet at a time to desired carpet
height.
3. To raise brush height level: depress the top
pedal, Fig. 9, down to desired carpet height.
Fig. 9
4. When the machine is not in use, place nozzle
in an up position to lift brush bristles off the
floor to prevent damaging the brush bristles.
Fig. 8
OPERATION OF MACHINE
CIRCUIT BREAKER
1. Plug power cord into properly grounded
power outlet.
2. To turn on machine, click the ON/OFF
switch, Fig. 10, to the ON position.
NOTE: The vacuum does not turn on until step 3.
3. To operate brush and vacuum motor
squeeze the brush start triggers.
4. Adjust brush height for proper pick-up.
Your new wide area sweeper vacuum comes
equipped with a 15 amp manual circuit breaker,
Fig. 12. If the machine does not turn on you will
need to check the circuit breaker.
To reset circuit breaker:
1. Unplug the wide area vacuum sweeper.
2. Check machine for the following:
3. Full bag, obstructions, clogged brush, brush
height set too low, etc.
4. Press the circuit breaker button to reset.
5. Resume operation.
Fig. 12
Fig. 10
OFF
ON
3. To operate brush and vacuum motor
squeeze the brush start triggers, Fig. 11.
4. Adjust brush height for proper pick-up.
Fig. 11
Switch Brush
Start
Trigger
Brush Roll Replacement for the Wide Area
Sweeper
Tools:
• 4 mm Allen Wrench
• 10 mm Wrench
BRUSH ROLL REPLACEMENT

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1. Detach belt cover by removing the 4 belt
cover screws as shown in Fig. 13. This will
expose the belt connected to the brush roll
Fig. 14.
Fig. 14
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 13
Fig. 15
2. Pull down bumper on long end of sweeper to
expose screws, Fig. 15.
4. Pull out old brush roll from the sweeper. This
will release the tension from the belt Fig 17.
3. With a 10 mm wrench, secure the nut inside
of the brush roll and use a 4 mm Allen wrench
for the screw, Fig.16. Loosen screws to release
the brush from the vacuum.
7. Install belt cover and secure with previously
removed screws Fig. 20.
6. Using the 10 mm wrench and Allen wrench,
screw in the brush roll with screws and nuts
previously used Fig. 19 .
5. Inert the new brush roll. Ensure the belt
loops around the grooved end of brush roll
and that there is tension in the belt Fig 18. The
brush should be able to spin without any inter-
ference.
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Unplug the vacuum cleaner
before performing the following steps.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
THE MACHINE DOES NOT TURN ON
CAUSE: SOLUTION:
1) The circuit breaker has tripped. 1) Reset circuit breaker.
2) Plug is broken or has loose contact. 2) Replace cord.
3) Branch circuit breaker has tripped. 3) Find circuit breaker box and reset.
THE BRUSH DOES NOT ROTATE
CAUSE: SOLUTION:
1) Broken brush belt. 1) Replace belt.
2) Brush obstruction. 2) Clear obstruction.
LOSS OF VACUUM SUCTION
CAUSE: SOLUTION:
1) Vacuum inlet blocked. 1) Visually inspect and clear blockage.
2) Defective motor. 2) Replace motor.
UNIT DOES NOT PICK UP
CAUSE: SOLUTION:
1) Strings/threads wrapped around brush. 1) Remove strings/threads.
2) Brush obstruction. 2) Clear obstruction.
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
• Keep machine and all accessories clean
and in good operating condition.
• Change vacuum bags and filters as
recommended to maintain optimum
cleaning efficiency.
• Always use genuine bags, filters and parts,
as use of other products may result in
poor cleaning or filtration performance.
OEM filtration products are designed for
maximum performance.
• Have machine checked periodically by an
authorized service representative.
• Store machine carefully in dry area.
• For optimum cleaning performance and
safety, follow your owner’s manual.
• After each use, carefully wrap power cord
around handle and check cord for wear or
damage. If cord is damaged, have power
cord replaced by an authorized service
representative immediately.

A Tacony Company
3101 Wichita Court • Fort Worth, TX 76140-1755
1-800-880-2913 • Fax: [phone]
PF28SV-MAN 06/2021
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