Truvox Hydromist 35 User manual

Userinstructions
Hydromist 35
Carpet Soil ExtractionMachines
03-8207-0000Issue 1 08/08
CAUTION
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READTHESEINSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING
THEMACHINE

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Contents
Page
1. GeneralInformation.....................................................................................................4
1.1.Important safetyadvice.........................................................................................4
1.2.Guidelinesforthe operator....................................................................................4
1.3.Transporting the machine......................................................................................4
1.4.Electricalconnection..............................................................................................5
2. Controls………………………………………………………………………………………..5
3. PreparingtheMachine..................................................................................................5
4. Operation.......................................................................................................................5
4.1.Starting the machine..............................................................................................5
4.2.Using the machine.................................................................................................5
4.3.Cleaning Carpets...................................................................................................6
4.4.Cleaning Upholstery..............................................................................................6
5. When Cleaning isFinished............................................................................................6
5.1.Drainingand Cleaning...........................................................................................6
5.2.Storage..................................................................................................................6
5.3.Maintenance..........................................................................................................7
6. AfterSalesService........................................................................................................7
7. Guarantee......................................................................................................................7
8. Waste Electrical&ElectronicEquipment......................................................................7
9. TechnicalSpecification..................................................................................................8
10.AccessoriesandCleaningChemicals...........................................................................8
11.FaultDiagnosis..............................................................................................................9
12.Declaration ofConformity............................................................................................11

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IMPORTANT
BEFOREUSEREAD THESE INSTRUCTIONSAND RETAIN FOR FUTUREREFERENCE
1. General information
The Hydromist35 litreself-contained carpet soil
extraction machine isdesigned forthe efficient
cleaning ofcarpetsandupholstery(optional
upholsterykitrequired).It hasbeen designed for
the professionaluserto ensurelong servicelife
and safe operation.
Werecommend that anyusernotfamiliarwith
carpet cleaning shouldread theseuser
instructionsfullybeforeusing the machine. Ifyou
haveanyqueriespleasecontactthe supplierwho
you purchased themachinefromorTruvox
Internationalonthecontactdetailsprovidedat
the back.
Thismachine mustonlybe usedforthe
manufacturer’sapprovedapplication. The
Hydromist35 isdesigned forthe cleaning and
removalofnormalcarpet soil.Donot use the
machine whereitissuspected that the carpet or
upholsterycontainshealthendangering dustor
debrissuchasasbestosorchemicalwaste. If
thisissuspected do not proceed,contactyour
supervisor,supplierorTruvoxInternationalfor
advice.
The following instructionscontainimportant
information aboutthemachineand safetyadvice
forthe operator.
Equipment mustbe operated,servicedand
maintainedinaccordancewith the
manufacturer’sinstructions.Ifindoubt contact
the supplierof yourmachine.
Theseinstructionsarevalidforthe following
models:
Hydromist 35
1.1 Important SafetyAdvice
When using electricalequipment basicsafety
precautionsshouldbefollowedincludingthe
following.
•Read allinstructionscarefullybefore use.
•Keepchildrenandunauthorisedpersons
awayfromthe machine when in use.
•Donot leavethe machineconnectedto the
electricitysupplywhen not inuse;always
remove the plug fromthe socket-outlet.
•Switchoff the machinebeforeremoving the
plug.
•When unplugging pulltheplug, not the supply
cord.
•Donot operateswitchesortouchthe mains
plugwith wethandsasthismaycauseelectric
shock.
•The plugofthepowersupplycordmustbe
removed fromthe socket-outletbefore
commencing cleaning ofthe machine or
undertaking maintenance operations.
•The powersupplycordmustbe regularly
inspected forsignsofdamage.
•Donot operate themachine withadamaged
supplycordorplug, orafterthe machine
malfunctionsorisdamaged inanyway.
Contactan authorised ServiceAgent for
repairoradjustment.
•Donot usewherehazardousdust ispresent.
•Donot use inan explosiveatmosphere.
•Donot pickup oil orotherflammablematerial
with the machine
•Takecarewhen using amachinenearthe top
ofstairs to avoid overbalancing.
1.2 Guidelines fortheoperator
•Operators mustbe fullytrained intheuseof
the machine inaccordancewiththese
instructions,abletoperformuser
maintenanceandthe correctselection of
accessories.
•Operators shouldbe physicallycapableto
manoeuvre,transportand operatethe
machine.
•Operators shouldbeabletorecognise
unusualoperation ofthe machine and report
anyproblems.
•Wearsuitable footwearto avoid slipping.
•Wearsuitable clothing to keep dryand warm.
•Wherepossibleimplement job rotationand
adequaterestperiodsto avoid continuoususe
ofthe samemuscles.
•Donot leavethemachine running
unattended.
•Donot allowchildren to crawloncarpetsuntil
thoroughlydry.
•Keepcleaning solutionsawayfromchildren
and petsatalltimes.
•Donot smoke when using the machine.
•Donot put anyobjectsintoopenings. Donot
usewithanyopeningblocked: keep free of
duct, lint, hair,oranything that mayreduceair
flow.
•CAUTION -Thismachine isforindooruse
onlyand shouldnot beused orstored
outdoors orinwetconditions.
•WARNING –Shouldwaterorfoamemitfrom
the machineexhaust switchoff immediately
and referto instructionsfor Using the
Machine
1.3 Transporting the machine
When transporting the machine ensurethat all
components,tanksand removablepartsare
securelyfastened, andthatthesupplycordand
plugare not trailing. Detachhose andwand from
machine foreaseofcarriage.

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Donot liftortransportthemachine whilst
containing liquidasthiswill add considerablyto
the weight.
Takeextremecarewhenmoving themachine up
ordownstepsorstairs.
NOTE: Raise the carpet brushwhen transporting
machine
CAUTION – Incorrect liftingtechniquesmay
result in personalinjury. We advisethat the
manualhandling regulationsare followed.
1.4 Electrical connection
•Beforeconnecting the machine to the power
supply,checkthat yoursupplyvoltage
correspondswith thatmarked on the rating
labelon the rearofthe machine.
UK only
•The supplycordisfitted withanon rewireable
plugcontaining a13ampfuse. Shouldthe
fuserequirereplacement itmustonlybe
replacedbya13ampfuseconforming to
BS1362, and the fusecovermustbe refitted.
Ifthe fusecoverislosttheplugmustnot be
used until thecorrectreplacement coveris
fitted.
•IMPORTANT-Ifthe supplycordisdamaged,
itmustonlybe replaced byaspecialcord
availablefromthe manufactureroran
authorised serviceagent.
Shouldan extension cordbe used, ensurecord
rating isadequate forthe equipment. Do not use
extensioncordincoiled condition asthiscould
result in overheating ofthe cord.
2Controls
1. Brush
2. Pump
3. Vacuum
4. Solution switch
3 Preparing the machine
•Fillthefresh watersolution tankwith water
and approved carpet cleaning chemical(Fig
1). Warmwatercan be used toaid cleaning,
howeverthiscanincrease the riskofcolours
fading and carpetstoshrink.
WARNING: DONOToverfill
Fig 1
NOTE: Ensure chemicalisdiluted correctly
accordingto instructionson the container.
•DONOTuse the wastetankto fill the
solution tankasdebriscould damage the
pump orblockthe jet.
•Add defoamersolution permanufacturer’s
instructionsasneeded.
4 Operation
4.1 Starting the machine
•Plug the main powercableintoan outlet.
•Press the vacuumswitch tothe ONposition.
Then press the pump switch ON and the
brush switch to the ONposition.
•Lowercarpet brush(Fig. 2). Pushbrush
pedalforward to lowerbrush. Push down
and backto raise bush.
Fig. 2
4.2 Using the machine
•Press and hold the solutionswitch toapply
the cleaningsolution. Pull the machine
backwardsat the same time to cleanthe
carpet. Stop the solution sprayabout 30cm
before the end so all ofthe solution is
vacuumed up. Slightlyoverlap the next
cleaningpass to preventstreaking. Atwo(2)
wet pass maximumisrecommended to avoid
overwetting. Aftera fewpasses, checkthe
waste tankto see that no foamispresent.
Add extra defoamerifnecessary.
•Make sure to emptythe recoverytank(Fig.
3)whenitisapproximately¾full.Do not
refill the solution tankwithout emptying allthe
contentsofthe recoverytankfirst.
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Fig. 3
•IMPORTANT – Ensure recoverytankis
emptied wheneversolution tankisfilled.
•IMPORTANT – Do not run the pumpmotor
when the solution tankisempty, asthiswill
damage the motor.
4.3 Cleaning Carpets
Colourfastness - Beforeusing cleaning solution
orpre-spotter,testcarpet forcolourfastness on
an inconspicuousarea. Applysolution toasmall
pieceofclean white materialortissue, andthen
rub on carpetvigorously.Excessiveamountsof
dyeshowing on thematerialindicatethat the
colours arenotfast, andthecarpetshouldnot be
wet cleaned.
•Movefurniturearound to giveaclearworking
area. Coverbottomsoffurniturelegswhere
necessary(aluminiumcooking foil isideal).
Pinup curtainsanddrapes.
•Vacuumcarpet thoroughlyto removeany
residualdust ordebris.
•Areasofheavycarpet soiling can be removed
moreeasilyiffirsttreated with aconcentrated
cleaningsolution orpre-spotting solution.
•Rate ofcleaningwill depend upon the
thickness ofthe carpet andthe degreeofdirt
in the area being cleaned.
•Donot clean anyareamorethan twice.
Carpetsmayshrinkiftheyareover-wetornot
properlyfixed down.
4.4 Cleaning Upholstery
Thisisdone inthesamewayascarpet cleaning
except using the upholsterytoolinplaceofthe
wand assembly.Cleaningisachieved usinga
gentledragging motion ofthe upholsterytoolover
the material.
•Aninconspicuousarea of the itemto be
cleaned shouldalwaysbetested forcolour
fastness priorto cleaning. Shoulddoubtexist
asto the suitabilityofthe fabricforwet
cleaning,thechemicalmanufacturershould
be consulted foradvice.
•Loosecushionsshouldbe removed and
cleaned separately.
•Donot over-wet upholstery.
5 WhenCleaning is Finished
5.1 Draining and Cleaning
To drain solution tank: connect the drain solution
hose (greyhosewith brass connector) tothe
solution fitting at the front of the machine (Fig. 4)
and placetheotherend atthe drainorbucket.
Turn on the PUMPswitch. Thiswill pump out the
remaining solution.
Fig. 4
5.1.2Draining the recovery tank
•To drain the recoverytank: releasethe drain
hose attherearofthemachine and empty
intoa bucket (Fig 5).
Fig. 5
5.2 Storage
•To disconnect the solution hose, push in on
the ring ofthe solution filling. Switchoff the
machine, removepowerplug fromthe
socket, and emptythe recoverytank. Leave
recoverytankopen when storing.
•The brush should be raisedforstorage.
•Afterusecheckthat watertanksareempty
and cleanand drythe machine asdescribed.
•Werecommend runningthe vacuummotor
forapproximately2minutesafteruseand
beforestorage toeliminate condensation
withinthe machine body,thusensuring the
motorand particularlythebearingsremain
dry.
•Storemachine with recoverytanklid
removed. Deodorisermaybe leftinthetank
to prevent unpleasant odours.
•Wrap supplycordaroundhandleensuring
that plug isnot trailing on the floor.
•Storeextractorindoors ina dryarea.
•Do not storein freezing temperatures.

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5.3 Maintenance
WARNING-Beforeundertaking maintenance
operationsoradjustmentsswitchoff machine
and unplug from the electricitysupply.
Toreceivereliableservicefromthisequipment,
regulardailymaintenanceisarequirement.
Fabriccleaning,bothcarpet andupholstery,isa
verydirtyenvironment foranyequipment.
The following recommendationsare offered.
•Keepthe equipment clean,both inside and
out.
•Supplycord -Regularlyinspectsheath, plug
and cordanchoragefordamage orloose
connection.
•Solution tank –checkfilterisclean and
undamaged. Adamagedfiltermustbe
replacedordamage to pumphead and spray
jet couldoccur.
•Vacuum head –Checkand removeany
debrisorlint build-up fromthe head.
•Sprayjet –Checkjet forblockage andfull
spraypattern. Blowthroughjet to clean. Do
not use a pin, asthiscoulddamage the jet.
•Lubricatebrass quickdisconnectsand drain
valveswith aqualitylubricant suchasWD-
40.
•Flushsolutionsystemsafterusewithclear,
clean water.(Awhite vinegarsolution may
alsobe used).Thiswillcounter-acthard
waterand alkalinedepositsand aidin
keeping orrificaesclean.
•Do not allowfluideitherinsolution orwaste
tankto sitovernight.The unitshouldbe
emptied and cleaned daily/ aftereveryuse.
•Cleanthe strainerinthe solution tank,the
filters on the vacuumstackinvacuumtank
and alllintfilters intheinletorvacuumtanks
daily/ afteruse.
•Do not usethesamebucket to fillsolution
tankthat isused toremovewaste fromthe
recoverytank.
•When the unitisnotinuse, leavethe
recoverytanklid open.
•Afteruse/beforestorage,run the vacuum
for2 minuteswith lid open and filteroff.
IMPORTANT –Allotherservicingand repairs
shouldonlybeperformed byaTruvoxengineer
orAuthorised Service Agent.
IMPORTANT –Shouldthe machinefailto
operatepleasereferto the faultdiagnosissection
inthebackofthe instruction manual.Ifthe
problem/remedyisnotlistedpleasecontact
TruvoxCustomerServiceDepartment forrapid
attention.
6AfterSales Service
Shouldyourequireaftersalesserviceplease
contactthesupplierfromwhomyou purchased
the machine, who willarrange service.Repairs
and servicing ofTruvoxproductsshouldonlybe
performed bytrained staff.Improperrepairs can
cause considerabledangersto the user.
Enquireabout the Truvoxlowcostand efficient
MaintenanceContract.
7 Guarantee
Yourproductisguaranteed for one yearfromthe
date oforiginalpurchase, orhirepurchase,
againstdefectsinmaterialsorworkmanship
duringmanufacture. Withinthe guarantee period
we undertakeat ourdiscretion, torepairor
replacefree ofcharge to the purchaser,anypart
found to be defective,subjectto thefollowing
conditions.
CONDITIONS
1. Claimsmade underthetermsof the
guarantee mustbe supported bythe original
invoice/bill ofsaleissued at the timeof sale,
orthe machine SerialNumber.
2. Forclaimsunderthisguaranteecontactthe
supplierfromwhomyoupurchased the
productwho willarrangetheappropriate
action.Do not initiallyreturnthe productas
thiscould resultin transitdamage.
3. NeitherTruvoxnoritsdistributors shallbe
liable foranyincidentalorconsequentialloss.
4. Thisguaranteeisgoverned bythelawsof
England.
5. Thisguarantee doesnotcoveranyofthe
following:
•Periodicmaintenance, and repairor
replacement ofpartsdue to normalwear
and tear.
•Damage caused byaccident, misuseor
neglect, orthefittingofotherthan genuine
Truvoxparts.
•Defectsinotherthangenuine Truvox
parts,orrepairs,modificationsor
adjustmentsperformed byotherthan a
Truvoxserviceengineerorauthorised
service agent.
•Costsand risksoftransportrelating
directlyorindirectlyto the guarantee of this
product.
•Consumableitemsand wearpartssuchas
drive belts.
Thisguarantee doesnotaffectyourstatutory
rights,noryourrightsagainstthe supplierarising
fromtheirsalesorpurchase contract.
8 WasteElectrical & Electronic Equipment
Do not dispose ofthisdevicewith unsorted
waste. Improperdisposalmaybe harmfulto the
environment and human health.
Please referto yourlocalwaste authorityfor
information on return and collection systemsin
yourarea.

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9 Technical Specification
230 V~50Hz, Class I construction. Enclosure to IPX4. With 15msupplycordand 13Afused plug.
Model UnitHydromist35
Code HM35
Voltage / frequencyv230 /50
Vacmotortype 3 stage
VacuummotorW1000
Pump powerW165
Pump pressureBar/psi6.9/100
Flowratel/m6.8
Waterliftmm/kPa3048/ 30
Solution tankcapacityl35
Recoverytankcapacityl35
Brush motorW250
Brush adjustment Floating
Brushwidth cm45
Brush speed Rpm1800
Sound pressure leveldB(A)78
Tankconstruction Polyethylene
Cable length m15
Size (LxWxH)cm93 x47x88
Weight empty kg 47
Warranty 1year
TruvoxInternationalisaBSIRegisteredCompanyandourpolicyisone ofcontinuousdevelopment.
Wereserve the right to change specificationswithout priornotification.
10 Accessories and Cleaning Chemicals
Machine Accessory PartNumber Description
Hydromist 35 Hose
Upholsterytool 20-0183-0000 Idealforcleaning spots, stairs and upholstery.
Chemical Bottle size Bottles
percase PartNo.Usage
500ml10 HMC01005
1 litre10 HMC01010
HydromistCarpet
Cleaning Solution
5 litre4HMC01050
The qualitywayto beautify
carpetsandupholstery.
Formulation liftsdirtand stains
out of yourcarpetsandhelps
prevent re-soiling.Leavescarpets
and upholsterysoft andfresh.
Hydromist
Pre-spotter 500mltrigger spray 10 HM003005Formulated to help remove stubborn stainsfromcarpet and
upholstery
IMPORTANT:Genuineaccessoriesand chemicalsareonlyavailablefromauthorised ServiceAgents
orthe TruvoxCustomerService Department.

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11 FaultDiagnosis
ProblemReason Remedy
Motors not running 1. powernotreachingmain
switch
2. Defectivepowercable.
3. Faultyswitchesorwiring.
4. Problemwithbrushes,field
windings,orarmatures.
(vacuumorbrush motor)
1. Checkpowersupply.Checkfuses.
Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
2. Replace cable.
3. Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
4. Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
Loss ofvacuum
suction 1. Vacuumhead blocked. 2. Hosesblocked.
3. Recoverytanknot sealed
properly.
1. Visuallyinspect and clearblockage.
2. Visuallyinspect and clearblockage.
3. Checktankfordamage oradjustlidfor
properfit.
Brush not functioning
properly 1. Drivebeltbroken.
2. Brush jammed.
3. Clutchbearingseized.
1. Contactserviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
2. Visuallyinspect and clearblockage.
3. Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
Sprayjet not
functioning properly 1. Jet blocked.
2. Solution filterblocked.
3. Pump head,valvesor
diaphragmblocked or
damaged.
4. Solenoidvalveinoperative
1. Visuallyinspect and clean accordingto
operating instructions
2. Visuallyinspect and clean accordingto
operating instructions.
3. Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.
4. Contact serviceagent, supplieror
TruvoxInternational.

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11 EC Declaration of Conformity
WeTruvoxInternationalLtd.
OfThird Avenue
Millbrook
Southampton
SO15 0LE
England
declarethatthe machinery
MakeCarpet Soil Extraction Machines
TypeHydromist
ModelHydromist 35
SerialNumber:
YearofConstruction: 2008
hasbeen manufactured using the following transposed harmonized European Standardsand
technicalspecifications.
BS EN61000-6, BSEN 55014-1&2, BSEN 60335-1and BSEN60335-2-68, and isin conformity
with:
the MachineryDirective 98/37/EECandsubsequent amendments,
the LowVoltage Directive73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments,
and the EMCDirective 89/336/EECandsubsequent amendments.
Signed in: SOUTHAMPTON, England
on the 1st dayofAugust2008
Signature
NameM. R. Eneas
PositionNewProduct Development Manager

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TruvoxInternationalLimited
Third Avenue, Millbrook, Southampton, Hampshire SO15 0LE,England
Tel: [phone]Fax: [phone]
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