Thermax AF2 User manual

For a Healthier Indoor Environment
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Thermax AF2
Home Environment Cleaning System
OWNER’S MANUAL

Table of Contents
A Message from the Corporate Office............................................1
Safety Instructions.........................................................................2
Identifying Features.......................................................................3
Use as an Air Purification System ..................................................4
Vacuuming Instructions ................................................................5
Vacuuming Tips ............................................................................6
Steam Cleaning Instructions-Set up...............................................7
Steam Cleaning Operational Instructions......................................8
Steam Cleaning Tips .....................................................................9
Picking Up Liquids/Wet Pickup..................................................10
Carpet Maintenance Program......................................................11
Secondary Filtration System, Instructions & Information ...........12
Motorized Power Nozzle Service..................................................13
Parts List – Canister & Recovery Tank Assembly.........................14
Parts List – Wand, Floor Tool & Vacuum Hose...........................15
Parts List – Steam Cleaning Accessory.........................................16
Optional Dry and Wet Accessories ..............................................17
Cleaning Solutions ......................................................................18
Commercial Product Line Selection ............................................19
Trouble Shooting Tips.................................................................20
Specifications...............................................................................21
Warranty .....................................................................................22

A Message from the Corporate Office
Dear ermax Owner:
Congratulations on the purchase of your new ermax AF2 Home
Environment Cleaning System! In 1971, Carl Parise developed the world’s
first UL approved carpet steam cleaner for the U.S. market, and has since
produced over 500,000 units sold worldwide. You have seen many of our
commercial machines for rent in grocery and hardware stores across the
country. We have adopted our own brand name, ermax, which is rapidly
becoming a household name, synonymous with the industry.
rough our experience as the pioneers of the do-it-yourself carpet cleaner
rentals, along with years of field research and development, we have created
what we believe to be the most advanced, complete and versatile home
environment cleaning system ever developed. Designed for the rigorous
cleaning demands of today’s modern household environment, the ermax
AF is the solution to help attain a healthier indoor environment by keeping
the carpets, floors and upholstered furniture clean and free of allergens and
unhealthy contaminants!
AF’s insignia has a three-fold punch! It is defined as 1) Aqua Filter for our
patented hydropneumatic (water and air interaction) water filtration system,
2) Allergy Filter for either our standard high-efficiency reusable secondary
urethane foam filter or our electrostatically charged 100% efficient
disposable allergy filter, and 3) Allergy Free. All this high efficiency leads to
a dust-free, allergy-free operation, trapping the contaminants and allergens
within the system for easy disposal.
ank you for joining the ever-growing family of ermax owners. Here’s
to many years of use and, most importantly, here’s to a healthier indoor
environment for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jason Davis
Todd Walker, CFO,
Jason Davis, CEO,
and Mark Rodie, COO

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Important Safety Instructions
Read before operating this system.
WARNING
To Reduce The RIsk of fIRe, elecTRIc shock oR INjuRy:
1. Always disconnect the canister and optional steam cleaning solution
tank accessory from the power source BEFORE servicing.
2. Never leave the appliance plugged into power source unattended.
3. Never use the motorized dry vacuum head on wet surfaces.
4. Do not allow this product to be operated by children, it is not a toy.
5. Only use this product as described in this manual.
6. Only use factory recommended attachments and cleaning solutions.
Failure to do so will void the warranty.
7. Never use with a damaged power cord, plug, or electrified vacuum hose.
Have it replaced immediately.
8. Do not leave the power cord or canister near a heat source.
9. Do not pull the canister by the power cord.
10. Hold power cord by the plug when retracting into canister, do not allow
to whip back into canister.
11. Grasp plug when un-plugging from power source, DO NOT pull by
the cord itself.
12. Do not handle the canister, plug or power cord with wet hands.
13. Never use this machine to suck up hot objects, such as cigarette butts,
smoldering ashes or matches.
14. Never suck up flammable or combustible substances. Never use this
product in areas that contain such.
15. Do not use this product without the recommended water level in the
recovery tank.
16. Use extra care when cleaning stairs. e canister should not be left to sit
on stairs.
17. e components used in this product may be sensitive to oil, grease
and other petroleum-based products. Avoid contact by these types of
products with the canister components.
18. Keep canister on floor when in use.
19. Store canister and optional steam cleaning solution tank in a dry, clean
place. Do not expose to sunlight, directly or indirectly.
20. is appliance is for normal household use only. Any indication of
negligence of this appliance will void the warranty.
21. Clean the appliance with a mild dish soap solution and soft cloth.
Never use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents.
22. e recovery tank lid (green) should never be placed in the dishwasher
for cleaning.
23. All other clear plastic recovery tank parts are dishwasher safe.
24. Keep steam cleaning solution tank with built in pump (optional) on
canister when in use.
Save these instructions!
To find your nearest authorized service center:
call 888-764-3700 or email [email protected]
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Identifying Features
STANDARD THERMAX AF2
1. Rear lid with on-board tool holder
2. Carry Handle
3. Power Switch
(Cord reel actuator, opposite side)
4. Main Canister
5. Electrified Vacuum Hose
6. Hose Connector
7. Cord Outlet
8. AQUA BLUE
Air Freshener/Deodorizer (8oz.)
9. Mulberry
10. Eucalyptus/Menthol
11. Telescopic Stainless Steel Wand
12. Motorized Dry Vacuum Head
13. Water Filtration Recovery Tank
14. Front Lid with filter retainer
15. Electrostatic Allergy Filter, 2 pack
16. Foam Core Filter
17. Urethane Foam Filter
18. Hard Floor Tool
19. Instructional Manual
20. Instructional DVD
21. Upholstery Tool with slide on Brush
22. Dusting Tool
23. Crevice Tool
The OPTIONAL STeAM CLeANING
ACCeSSORY KIT (32-030-121)
does not come standard with your AF2. Contact
your local Distributor or the corporate office to
receive details on purchasing or receiving it free
through our referral program (see page 17 for
other accessories that complete this kit):
1. Steam Cleaning Solution Tank with Built in Pump
2. Steam Head
3. Valve and Hose Assembly
4. Liquid Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (16oz.)
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To Use as an Air Purification System
Your ermax AF2 Home Environment Cleaning System filters the air
around you with its patented hydropneumatic filtration system, washing the
impurities from your indoor environment. Airborne dust particles are a big
source of allergy and respiratory related problems. A dust-free environment
is a healthier environment.
TO USE AS AN AIR PURIFIER:
1. Remove the Water Filtration Recovery Tank and fill with clean water to
the required level indicated on the tank.
2. Be sure the two secondary filters are in place.
3. Install recovery tank, making sure the 2 arrows are pointing towards the
front.
4. Close and latch the front lid.
5. Place machine as close to the center of the room as possible.
6. Plug into the proper wall outlet and turn on the power switch.
e ermax AF2 is now washing the air of impurities. Run for
approximately ten (10) minutes per room, or 1 hour centrally located in
your home, preferably by the central A/C intake. Run your AF2 this way
about twice a week, depending on the severity of your allergies.
TO USE AS A DEODORIZING & SANITIZING SYSTEM:
7. Set the canister up in the air purification system mode (see above).
8. After filling the recovery tank with water to the proper level, add Aqua
Blue Deodorizer Air Freshener or Valley Fresh as indicated on its label
to deodorize & sanitize the air, removing any smoke, cooking odors,
and pet odors, leaving the air clean, fresh & sanitized.
9. Run the canister until the room has reached the desired level of air
freshness or when air wash process is complete.
TO USE AS AN AROMATIC/INHALATION SYSTEM:
10. Set the canister up in the air purification system mode (see above).
11. After filling the recovery tank with water to the proper level, add a 10
drops of our eucalyptus w/menthol inhalant for therapeutic inhalation
purposes, or a 10 drops of one of our aromatic fragrances, depending
on what purpose you wish to accomplish.
12. Run the canister until the room has reached the desired level of inhalant
or fragrant scent or when air wash process is complete.
e ermax AF2 virtually creates an invisible rainstorm within the
surrounding environment, washing the air and leaving it pure and fresh.
Any of the fragrances or Aqua Blue can be added to the filtration water
during vacuuming for the desired effect.
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Vacuuming Instructions
1. Fill Water Filtration Recovery Tank to the fill line as noted on the label
and make sure the filter tube, filter chamber & baffle shut off assembly
are all in place.
2. Add Aqua Blue or fragrance to water as indicated on its label if desired.
3. Replace the recovery tank into the canister, making sure the 2 arrows
are pointing towards the front.
4. Close and latch the front lid.
5. Connect the vacuum hose: insert hose connector into front lid by
aligning the gold stripe on the hose end with the gold arrow on the hose
lock (located on the front lid). Hose lock must be on top as shown.
After inserting, twist the hose lock 1/4 turn clockwise to secure into
place.
6. To connect vacuum hose power cord into canister, plug into receptacle
cord outlet as shown. NOTE: is plug is polarized and will only go in
one way.
7. To connect the vacuum hose to the sliding wand, insert handle end into
the wand and gently twist until the button snaps into place.
8. To connect your motorized dry vacuum head (or the floor tool), insert
the sliding wand into the wand connector (located on the motorized
power nozzle) and push until button snaps into place.
9. Snap power cord from the motorized power nozzle into the two cord
guides located on the wand, leaving excess cord slack looped at the
motorized dry vacuum head.
10. Plug in the cord from the motorized dry vacuum head into the vac hose
handle as shown. NOTE: is plug is polarized and will only go in one
way.
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VACuuMING INSTRuCTIONS CONTINued…
11. Pull out the main power cord and plug into electrical outlet. e cord
will stop at any location you desire when pulling it out. To retract,
depress the cord reel actuator and cord will start to retract. Hold the
power cord by the plug when retracting into the canister. DO NOT
allow the cord to rapidly whip back into the canister.
ON bOARd ATTAChMeNTS
12. e upholstery tool with slide on brush, the dusting tool with brush
and crevice tool are stored on board on the rear lid and can fit on either
the end of the hose handle or the sliding wand.
13. e hard floor tool can easily fit on the end of the sliding wand, finally
taking the place of traditional brooms, mops and dustpans.
14. Depress the power switch actuator to turn on the vacuum, and begin
vacuuming.
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Vacuuming Tips
• When vacuuming, periodically check the Water Filtration Recovery
Tank to see that the tubes are not blocked with debris. is may happen
with the first several vacuumings, with new carpet or if you have a pet
that sheds often. If this occurs, stop and empty the Water Filtration
Recovery Tank. Refill the tank and continue vacuuming. NOTE: If
water stops flowing on side of recovery tank during vacuuming, clean
out filtration tubes and empty recovery tank.
• Be sure both filtration tubes are in place for proper filtration.
• Periodically you will need to check the black urethane foam or
electrostatic filter located in the front lid of the machine. If it becomes
clogged with debris, it needs to be cleaned with warm soapy water or
replaced. How often it needs to be cleaned depends on use and how
dirty the areas are that you are cleaning (see page 12 for more details).
• It is recommended that you replace both foam filters once a year to
maintain its 99.99% filtration efficiency.
• oroughly clean filter tubes and tank after each use. is will prevent
odor and mildew. e recovery tank lid (green) should never be placed
in the dishwasher for cleaning. All other clear plastic recovery tank parts
are dishwasher safe.
• Once you remove the initial build up (6-8 weeks of cleaning), you
should be able to clean your entire home with one filling of water.
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Steam Cleaning
Instructions-Set Up
1. Be sure switch is off and canister is unplugged.
2. Remove the recovery tank from the canister and
remove the inner tube. is is accomplished by
twisting the tube slightly and lifting. e larger
outer tube must remain in the tank. When steam
cleaning you DO NOT put water in the recovery
tank.
3. Replace recovery tank, close and latch front lid.
4. Remove twist cap from the Steam Cleaning
Solution Tank. Add two ounces of ermax Liquid
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner and then fill with
hot tap water. Replace the cap and shake the
solution tank to thoroughly mix the cleaner.
5. Open the rear lid of the canister and place the
solution tank on the top of the canister.
6. Plug the power cord from the solution tank into
the cord outlet.
7. Connect the vacuum hose end to the hose lock
and connect the vacuum hose handle to the sliding
wand by inserting the handle end into the wand
and gently twist until the button snaps into place.
8. Attach the steam head to the end of the telescopic
stainless steel wand.
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Steam Cleaning
Operational Instructions
1. With the power switch on, place the steam head about three feet in
front of you.
2. Depress the trigger to spray solution and slowly pull the steam head
toward you, while applying slight down pressure.
3. At the end of each backward stroke, release the trigger and push the
wand and the recovery head assembly back and forth over the same
area several times, using moderate pressure to remove as much solution
from the carpet as possible. Use the clear view recovery head as a visual
indicator to let you know when the carpet is clean and when as much
solution as possible has been removed from the carpet.
4. Overlap ½ and move on to the next section of carpet and repeat steps
1-3 until cleaning is complete.
5. When the spray from the solution hose gets weak and/or the pump
starts making a loud noise, it is an indication the solution tank is out of
solution. Turn off the machine and refill the solution tank as directed.
It is also recommended the recovery tank be emptied at the same time.
Replace both tanks and continue cleaning.
6. It is recommended that carpet be cleaned at least twice a year and more
often in high traffic areas.
7. To use the optional Hand Wand, simply attach it to the end of the vac
hose and connect the hose to the trigger valve. Fill tanks as described
above and proceed.
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9. Snap trigger valve bracket onto handle as shown.
10. Connect the hose from the steam head into the spray
valve.
11. Connect the end of the trigger solution hose into the
solution tank fitting.
STEAM CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS-SET UP CONTINUED
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