Regina Steemer Carpet Cleaner User manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
Operating and Servicing
Instructions
Please readthese instruc-
tions carefully before using
your ReginaaSteemer
Carpet Cleaner.
Let us help you put your
vacuum together or
answer any questions, call:
1-877-REGINA6
(USA
& Canada)
AWARNING:
Cleaner assembly may
include small parts. Small
parts can present a chok-
ing hazard.
For quick reference, please record your
vacuum information below.
Model
#:
Mfg. Code:
(Mfg. code located on the lower backside of cleaner)
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THlS CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTlONS
When you use an appliance, basic precautions should be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNATTENDEDWHEN PLUGGED IN.
OCCASIONALLYCLEAN DEBRIS FROM BRUSH.
WARNING - FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFOREOPERATING.
WARNING -THECORDS, WIRES AND/OR CABLES SUPPLIEDWITH THlS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDINGLEAD OR LEADCOMPOUNDS,
KNOWNTO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRICSHOCK OR INJURY:
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplugfrom outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
Do not use outdoors. Electrical shock coul'd occur.
Do not immerse.To reducethe risk of electric shock
- use indoors only, and use
only on carpet moistened by cleaning process.
Do not allow to be used as atoy. Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
Use only as described in this manual.
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 itto a service center for inspection. Call 1-877-REGINA6 for the near-
est 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 on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not putany objects 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 dirty water reservoir in place.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or use in areas where they may
be present.
Keep the shampooer on the floor.
Do not use an extension cord with this shampooer.
Store the shampooer indoors. Putthe shampooer away after useto prevent
tripping accidents.
Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible
injuryto the user. Proper voltage is listed on the cleaner plate.
Use only ReginaeCarpet
& Rug Shampoo.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliancemust be grounded. If itshould mal-
function or breakdown, grounding provides a path
of leastresistancefor electric current to reducethe
risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment-grounding con-
ductor and grounding plug. The plug must be
inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installedand grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
BROUHDINQ
QROUNDING
PIN
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result ina risk of electric shock.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modifythe plug provided with the appliance
- if itwill not fit the out-
let, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that
looks like the plug illustrated in the sketch.
Make sure that the appliance is connectedtoan outlet havingthe same configuration as the plug.
No adapter should be used with this appliance.

CONGRATULATIONS
You are now the proud owner of the ReginamSteemer Carpet
CleanerTM.We trust your new purchase will bring you many
years of satisfaction.
Our company designed and developed this product with you in
mind. The ReginamSteemer Carpet CleanerT"is the lightest full
size upright carpet cleaner available due to its lightweight
design. Thelarge
1 gallonsolutionreservoir makes cleaningeas-
ier with fewer fill-ups.
We arevery proud of our products and hope that you are equal-
ly satisfied with their quality and performance.
Thank you for your support of Reginaaproducts.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions ............................................ Page 2, 3
Feature Descriptions........................................ Page 5
How to Assemble............................................ Page 6
PreparingCarpet ............................................. Page 7
How To Operate............................................... Page 7
...
Remove and Replace Solution Reservoir Page 7
Carpet Cleaning..........................................Page 8
Emptyingand Cleaning Dirty Water Tank........Page 9
TroubleshootingGuide................................... Page 11
LIMITED WARRANTY
To the consumer, Royal Appliance Mfg. Go. warrants this vacuum cleanerto be free of defects in materi-
al or workmanship commencing upon the date of the original purchase. Refer to your vacuum cleaner
carton for the length of warranty and save your origmal sales receipt to val~datestart of warranty penod.
Ifthe vacuum cleaner should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any
defective parts free of charge. The complete machine must be delivered
DreDaid to any ROYALm
Authorized Sales &Warranty Service Station. Please include complete description of the problem, day
of purchase, copy of original sales receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If you are
not near aWarranty Station, callthe factory for assstance at USA
& Canada: 1-877-REGINA6. Use only
genuine Royal" replacement parts.
The warranty does not include unusual wear, damage resulting from accident or unreasonable use of
the vacuum cleaner. This warranty does not cover brushes, flat belts, filters and bulbs. This warranty
does not cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights (Other rights may vary from state to state In the USA).
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Front View
Back View
Front View
Non-Slip Grip Handle
Clean Solution Reservoir
Latch
Clean Solution Reservoir
Dirty Water Tank Latch
Dirty Water Tank Handle
5 Row BrushStrip
Dirty Water Tank
Dirty Water Tank Door
Dirty Water Tank Lid
Power OnlOff Switch
Upper HandleScrew
Back View
Power Cord
Carrying Handle
Quick Cord Release
HandleRelease Pedal
Cord Hook
Cord Clip
Solution Spray Trigger

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
Stand base in upright position. Push midsection onto
base
by aligning tabs on the backside of midsection with
the pockets onthe backside of base. One at a time, place
nut into recess located on the back of the left, right and
middle back of the base.While holdingnut in place, insert
screw through front of midsection and tighten. Repeat
this processwith the remaining two
(2) nuts and screws.
NOTE: Make sure the power cord is out of the way to
avoid pinching.
Slide upper handle down onto unit. Place
nut into recess in back of upper handle.
While holding nut in place, insert screw
through front of upper handle and tight-
en. Route cord above upper cord hook
and snap into cord clip on upper handle.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE REGINAmSTEEMER CARPET CLEANER" AS A DRY VACUUM.
1. Vacuum carpet thoroughly. Use a Reginaavacuum cleanerwith a revolving brushroll for best results.
2. Removeas muchfurniture from the room as possible. If unableto remove the furniture, place plastic or
foil under and around the legs until the carpet has dried completely.
CHECK FOR COLOR FASTNESS:
Before cleaning carpet, test for color fastness. Dampen a white cloth with solution. Test a small area in a clos-
et. Gently rub the cloth over the area. Check each color for color bleeding. If the cloth remains clean, it should
be safe to clean the carpet.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR CLEANING CARPET:
1.
Do not oversaturate carpet with cleaning solution while using ReginaaSteemer Carpet Cleaner".
2. For heavily soiled areas, additional applications may be necessary.
3. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet thoroughly.
4. Wipe cleaning solution from woodwork and wood to prevent any damage.
5. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely dry.
6. After carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum the carpet using a cleaner with a revolving brushroll.
7. Beforecleaning,determinewhereyou will startandend, makingsurenottowalkover previouslycleanedareas.
AFTER CLEANING:
Allow carpet to dry completely. Try notto walk on the carpet until it is dry.
If you need to walk on the carpet, place white towels on the areas you want to walk.
If the carpet is not dry and the furniture must be placed back inthe room, use plastic or foil under the
furniture to prevent staining the carpet.
Thoroughly clean the dirty water tank with hot tap water. See page 9.
WARNING:
DO NOT STORE REGINABSTEEMER CARPET
CLEANERTMIN GARAGE OR AREA
WHERE UNIT COULD FREEZE.
RESER
Grasp solution reservoir Tilt solution reservoir away
under handleand press clean from cleaner and remove.
solution reservoir latch.

Unscrew measuring cap from Fill measuringcap with solution Fill remaining solution reser-
backside of solutionreservoir.
2 times (approximately 4 oz.) voir with hot tap water.
and pour into clean water tank.
NOTE: Use only Regin9 Caipet
& Rug Shampoo. Using other
cleaning solubons may cause
excessive foaming. hcessive
foam willcause the float toshut
off the vacuum prematurely.
Using other cleaning solutions
will voidyour wanan&.
CARPET CLEANING
Replace cap.
Place bottom of solution Plug cord into electrical
NOTE: Never leave unit unat-
reservoir into cleaner and outlet. Step onto handle
tended with power on. Turn
rotatetop into position until release pedal to put into
OFF whenemptyingandfilling
the lever snaps into place. cleaning position.
resemoir. Do NOT oversatu-
rate the carpet
Turn power
switch to the "on" position.
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST CLEANING RESULTS USE A STEADY, MODERATE,
FORWARDAND BACKWARD MOTION. While depressing solution spray trig-
ger, pull unit in backward motion. Release trigger and push unit forward in
same pathto remove dirty water and solution from carpet. (For heavily soiled
areas, repeat if necessary).
IMPORTANT: IF THE SOUND OF THE MOTOR
CHANGES TO A HIGH PITCH, THIS INDICATES THE DIRNWATER TANK IS
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FULL AND MUST BE EMPTIED. A VISUAL INDICATOR IS WHEN THE BLUE
FLOAT HAS RISEN TO THE TOP OF THE DIRTY WATER TANK.

Your ReginaeSteemer CarpetCleaner" is equippedwith ashut off valve within your dirty watertank. Whenthe dirty
water tank becomesfull, the bluefloat (viewedfrom top of tank) will rise, shutting off the air flow thru the nozzle.
NOTE: Thefloatinyour Reginrlg Steemer CarpetCleanerrMis the bluepiece in the dirty water tank lid,and willshutoff the
suction when the dirty water tankis full. For best results, usesmooth,steady motion keeping the nozzle flatagainst the
carpeting.
ripping thecleanerandbreakingthe seal of thenozzle andcarpeting willcause the floattoriseandshutoff the
suction.Once the floatis activated,empty the dirty water tank If the dirty water tank does notappear full, turnthepower
switchoffand waitfor the floattosettleand reset If the floatrepeatedlyshutsoff the suction, emptythe dirty watertank
Forbestresults, useonlyReginrlgCarpet
& Rug Shampoo.OtherSolutionsmaygenerateexcessivefoam whichwillcause
the floattoriseprematurely and shut offthesuction.Use two capfuls
(4 ounces)of ReginP Carpet & Rug Shampooper
fillupof the clean waterresewoir.
A higher concentrationofshampoomay causeexcessivefoaming.
NOTE: You willheara noticeable changein thepitch of the cleaner. Thisindicatesaneed toempty the ditiy watertank.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
EMPTYING DIRTY WATER TANK
L
Grasp top of dirty water Grasp handle and pull tank
tank handle and push latch out of base.
to release.
To empty dirty water tank, Rinse dirty water tank and
grasp handle with one hand filter with hot tap water.
and nozzle with the other Wipe and let dry thoroughly
and empty into sink. before storing to prevent
Replace dirt water tank lid. mildew from forming.
NOTE: Do not use any
chemicals when cleaning.
Remove dirty water tank lid.

PLACING DIRTY WATER TANK IN BASE OF CLEANER:
Liftfront base of cleaner off
carpeting with one hand. Grasp handle and hook front of dirty water tank into base of cleaner,
making surefront of dirty water tank is resting onthe base (Diagram
2). The DirtyWater Tank has 3 tabs on the underside which MUST
latch intothe underside of the base of the cleaner. Itis very important
to lift the base of the cleaner off of the carpeting and hook the nozzle
to the base so that the nozzle is flush with the base of the cleaner
(Diagram 2a). Failureto installthe Dirty Water Tank correctly (Diagram
2b), will result in poor dirty water pickup. The DirtyWater Tank will
need to be emptied once or twice perfill up of the Clean Water Tank.
I I
While making sure the front
of the dirty water tank is rest-
ing onthe base, placethe rear
of thetank intothe baseof the
cleaner. Push handle down
until it latches.
NOTE: Donot
storecleaner withsolutionin
resewoiror dirty water in dirty
water tank. Mineraldeposits
andmildew can fonnwhich llvill
affect theperformanceofyour
Regina
" Steemer Carpet
Cleaner"'.