U.S. Products SOLUS-500 Operating instructions

13-2010
SOLUS-500
EXTRACTOR
120V
INFORMATION
&
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ
ALL SECTIONS OF THIS INSTRUCTIONS
IMPROPER USE OF THE MACHINE WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
1. Always usea defoamerwhen foamingoccurs toprevent vacuummotor damage.
2. Keep machine from rain and snow, extremes in temperatures, and store in a heated location.
DO NOT let the machine or the wand freeze. Do not use outdoors.
3. Do not let the pump run dry.
4. Use approved chemicals only. NO SOLVENTS.
5. Wear gloves or use rags when removing quick disconnects to prevent burns.
6. Never use water above 130 ºF/54 ºC in the solution tank.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is only suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops
and offices other than normal residential housekeeping purposes.
When using any electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
NOTE: Read all instructions before using this machine.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
•Do not leave the machine unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
•To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain or snow. Store, and use, indoors.
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
•Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
•Never add water over 130º F/54º C to the solution tank.
•Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the machine 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 by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the machine over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
•Do not handle the plug, the cord or the machine with wet hands.
•Extension cords must be 12/3 and no longer than 50 feet. Replace the cord or unplug immediately if
the ground prong becomes damaged.
•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 loose clothing, hair, 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, or any
health endangering dusts. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
•Turn off all controls before unplugging.
•Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
•Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
•Liquid ejected at the spray nozzle could be dangerous as a result of its temperature, pressure, or
chemical content.

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INSPECTION:
Carefully unpack and inspect your SOLUS-500 for shipping damage. Each machine is tested and
inspected before shipping. Any shipping damage incurred is the responsibility of the carrier. You should
notify the carrier immediately if you notice damage to the box or to the machine or parts.
CLEANING SOLUTIONS:
We recommend liquid cleaning chemicals. Powder chemicals may be used, but unless mixed very
thoroughly they could cause a build-up in the pump, lines, heat exchanger and/or quick disconnects. Any
problem caused by a chemical build-up is not covered by warranty. Use a neutral cleaner with a pH
between 5 and 10 to avoid premature wear of the pump, seals, and/or other components. Damage
caused by the use of strong chemicals is not covered by the warranty.
MAINTENANCE:
For optimum performance flush the machine with clear water at the end of each working day. Once a
month, minimum, run a flushing compound through the machine to break up any mineral or chemical
build-up that may have formed. The vacuum motor, pump motor, and the pump do not require any
scheduled maintenance; however, the motors may require replacement brushes after 1000 - 1500 hours,
and the pump and bypass valve may require rebuild kits after 1000 - 1500 hours, typically (refer to
machine part list for numbers). Clean the body with an all-purpose detergent, and protect it with an
automobile interior polish. Lubricate the wheels, castors, and quick disconnects with an all purpose
silicone spray.
PARTS AND SERVICE:
Repairs, when required, should be performed by your authorized distributor who maintains an inventory
of original replacement parts and accessories. Call the distributor from whom you purchased this
machine if you need parts and service. Be sure to specify the machine model. Have your serial number
handy.
(and be sure to register your purchase to activate your warranty)
Serial Number: __________________
Model: SOLUS-500-B
Purchase Date:_____________
Write the name and phone number of your
distributor:
_____________________________________
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KNOW YOUR MACHINE
VACUUM LID - This lid provides access into your recovery tank so that you can clean the tank. The lid
must be closed before you try to clean..
SOLUTION TANK FILL HOLE - This is where you fill the tank with water and cleaning solution.
VACUUM HOSE BARB -Thisiswhere youconnect yourvacuum hoseto themachine.Atightconnectionis
necessary to prevent a vacuum leak which would reduce the amount of suction.
DRAIN HOSE -This ishow youempty thedirty waterfrom yourrecovery tank. Placethe hoseover adrain,
and open the cap. When cleaning out the tank at the end of a job, simply place this hose into a drain and
useclean water torinseout the dirtand debris fromthe tank. NOTE: besureto close thecap tightly before
usingthe machineagain.
HANDLES -The handles areused to movethe machine. Thesehandles allow youto tilt themachine back
onto it’s 12” wheels for easy maneuvering, and/or for moving on stairways.
DRAIN
HOSE
HANDLES
VACUUM HOSE
BARB
FAN
VACUUM
LID
12” WHEEL
LATCH SOLUTION HOSE
QUICK COUPLING
SWITCH
PLATE
CASTOR
SOLUTION
TANK FILL
HOLE
PSI
GAUGE
SWITCH PLATE - The switches are located on the rear of the machine, out of the way of water
FAN -Removes warmair fromthe componentcompartment.
PSI GAUGE - indicates the pump pressure. Look at the pressure while you spray.
LATCH - The latch holds together the tank and the base compartment.
SOLUTION HOSE QUICK COUPLING- This is where you connect the solution line that runs from the
machine to the carpet wand or hand tool.
POWER CORD RECEPTACLES -Thereceptacles arewhere thetwopower cordsconnect tothe machine.
CASTOR -Swivel castor provideseasy maneuverability.
WHEEL - The rear wheels are 12 inches in diameter to provide superior ease of transportation and stair
climbing.
POWER CORD
RECEPTICLES

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HEAT CONTROL (1):
This dial controls the water temperature.
Turn it clockwise to increase water
temperature and counterclockwise to
decrease temperature. The heater will
operate only if the circuit locator light (#5)
or the bypass switch (#6) is on.
HEAT MODE LIGHT (2):
This light will only illuminate when the
heater is heating and will turn off when it
reaches operating temperature. During
normal operation, the “MODE” light will be
on most of the time.
PUMP CONTROL (3):
This dial controls motor speed and pump
pressure. Adjust the dial clockwise to
increase pressure and counterclockwise to
decrease pressure or turn off pump. The
pump runs off of cord #1. The pump
spraying pressure will be observable at the
pressure gauge.
VACUUM SWITCH (4):
This switch will illuminate when the vacuum
motors are on. The vacuum motors run off
of cord #1.
CIRCUIT LOCATOR (5):
When this light is on, it indicates that cord
#2 (Identified by the red “H” on the back of
the extractor.) is on a separate line from cord
#1. Cord #2 supplies voltage to the heater
allowing it to heat to the temperature range
indicated by the Heat Control dial (#1) on
the switch plate.
BYPASS SWITCH (6):
The bypass switch will illuminate when it is
activated and will completely bypass the
circuit locator system. Use this system only
when the circuit locator light will not turn on
and you know each cord is on a separate
circuit.
NEVER LET YOUR MACHINE OR YOUR WAND FREEZE
CAUTION: THE CIRCUIT BREAKER CAN TRIP IF BOTH
CORDS ARE ON THE SAME CIRCUIT AND THE BYPASS
(heat) SWITCH IS TURNED ON.
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6
2
5
SOLUS-500
SWITCHPLATE
SWITCH PLATE

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SET-UP AND OPERATION:
1. Fill the holding tank with clear water and pre-spray with the detergent of your choice (we recommend
a CRI approved chemical). Mix well. Although this machine is designed to supply instant hot water,
the addition of warm water to the holding tank would increase heater efficiency.
Never use water above 130º F/54º C in the solution tank.
2. Turn off all the switches. Plug in cord #1. (This cord runs the pump and vacuum).
3. Attach the priming hose to the machine and place the open end into the tank.
4. Turn on the pump (turn pump pressure dial all the way clockwise) and let it run until the pump is fully
primed (approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute). Once the pump is primed, turn off the pump and
disconnect the priming hose. Attach the cleaning hose and tool.
IF YOU WANT HEATED SOLUTION:
5. Plug in the heater cord (identified by “H” on the back of the machine). NOTE: If the green
circuit indicator light does not illuminate when the heater cord is plugged in, then both cords are
on the same circuit. Try other outlets until the light comes on. See Bypass Switch section
(below) if you are unable to get a green light.
6. Turn the heat knob, clockwise, to the desired temperature.
7. Turn on the pump and spray through your tool a few times to fill the lines with solution. Begin
cleaning.
8. Refill and empty the tanks as necessary.
9. When finished with the job, vacuum all unused solution into the recovery tank, and dump the tank.
Clean the tanks and filters. Clean the tool and hoses. Store the machine in a heated location.
ELECTRIC CIRCUIT LOCATOR:
This unique, patented “smart system,” operated by a solid state circuit, will inform the operator when the
two cords are plugged into separate lines by illuminating the green indicator light. This helps prevent
tripping circuit breakers.
BYPASS SWITCH:
The bypass switch (#6) completely bypasses the circuit locator system. Use this feature when you
cannot get the green Locator light (#5) to come on and you believe that the two cords are on separate
circuits.
CAUTION: If the bypass switch is on when the two cords are plugged into the same
circuit, the circuit breaker in the wall panel may trip.
AUTO VACUUM SHUT-OFF:
When the recovery tank is full, the float system will shut off the vacuum motor to prevent the machine
from overflowing. The float may not work in foam. Always use a defoamer to prevent overflow. Once
the vacuum motor shuts off, the vac switch (#7) must be turned off, the recovery tank emptied, and then
the vacuum switch turned back on (up position) to get the vacuum motor started again.
CAUTION: Always make sure the float is clean and travels freely before turning on the
machine. A float that is stuck will cause the vacuum motor to suck in water, resulting in vac
motor damage.
PUMP PRESSURE:
Make sure the cleaning tool is spraying when adjusting the pressure, otherwise the pressure reading will
be inaccurate.

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SOLUS-500
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26
28A
31
45
36
37
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55
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62
60
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66
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72
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6A
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PUMP
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Pump inlet
hose
Pump bypass
hose
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SOLUS-500 EXTRACTOR
PART LIST
1 FP578 Switch, DPDT,with cover
3 78B Light, red
3A 78 Light, green
5 248 Knob, red
5A FP544 Potentiometer, heat, w/wires & knob
6 249 Knob, blue
6A FP543 Potentiometer, pump, w/wires & knob
7 2093A Switch plate
8 4404C Mating bar
9 2106 Handle
9A 1590 Grip, handle
10 2105 Wheel, handle
11 FP478 Float assembly, electric
12 801E Hinge pin, 7”
13 FP594 Tank, Vacuum
13A VC-BLK1 Cover, for vacuum motors
14 2013A Gasket, vacuum
15 408E Vacuum motor, 120V
15A 1589 Screen, 1/8 S/S mesh
16 2086A Lid & ring, vacuum
17 1074 Gasket, vacuum lid
18 FP436 Chain, 8”
19 907 Hose barb, 1-1/2”
20 1130 Strap, Velcro, 9”
21 1060C Cap, drain hose
22 1518 Hose Clamp
23 1060B Hose, drain
24 FP582 Tank, Holding
25 FP545 Lid & chain, Holding Tank
26 909A Latch strike
28 1113 Hose barb, 90°, 1/2” hose
28A 1115 Hose barb, 90°, 3/8” hose
29 925 Hose, 3/8” ID X 20”
31 166 Hose clamp
33 946 Hose, 1/2” ID X 17”
34 207A Filter, pump inlet
36 See Miscellaneous *
37 918 Heat Sink plate
38 FP361 Motor Speed Control PCB, pump
40 FP225 Vacuum Motor Control PCB
41 2014 Fan, 120V
42 2015 Guard, fan
43 2B1 Screw, 6-32 X 2-1/4”
44 1057B Power Cord, 12/3, 25 ft
45 1062 Receptacle, AC power in
46 1476 Strap, 17”
49 FP336 PCB mounting track, 4”
50 923B Dual Cord Sensor PCB
51 198 Hose clamp
52 948B Motor, DC, for pump
53 FP592 Pump complete, no mtr
54 FP542 Hose assembly, pump to gauge
55 801D Hinge pin, 4.75”
56 27A Axle Cap
57 2092 Wheel, 12”
58 910-23.75 Axle rod
60 BUPE-BLK Base compartment
62 905 Castor, 4”
63 2165 Gauge, Pump pressure
64 928 Louver, 3”, gray
65 FP585 Castor Plate
66 908 Latch
67 45 Quick Disconnect, male. 1/4 p.t.
68 115 Washer, fiber
69 116A Bushing, Teflon
70 92A Nipple, 1/4 p.t. S/S
71 216 Elbow, brass
72 FP540 Heat Exchanger, complete
73 455 Mount bracket, heater
74 223 Quick Disconnect, male
75 945D Unloader valve
77 1373A Hose assembly, heater inlet
78 2183 Hose, S/S, braided, heater outlet
ITEM PART No DESCRIPTION
MISCELLANEOUS PARTS
*FP194E Heat repair kit includes thermistor
control, thermistor probe & cutout
950CP Pump rebuild kit, valves and o-rings
250 Pump rebuild kit, piston and seals
950D Cam/bearing, pump drive
FP619 Bag, pre-filter for recovery inlet
120V
ITEM PART No DESCRIPTION
partsin kits arenot sold separately

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SPECIFICATIONS:
Rotomolded Body:
Vacuum:
VAC Shutoff:
Pump:
Waterlift:
Heat:
Heater:
Wand:
Weight:
Dimensions:
Lifetime Warranty
Two 5.7”, 3-stage
Electronic
Positive displacement, fully adjustable 0-500 psi
100” -- 170 CFM
Adjustable to 212º F
2000 Watts
Stainless steel, double bend, twin tip
110 lbs.
24W x 28L x 41H (inches)
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
IF THIS OCCURS CHECK THIS
NO SPRAY
PUMP DOES NOT RUN
Solution tank is empty.
Clogged spray tip.
Pump not running or not primed.
Valve on wand not operating.
Check the brushes in the pump motor. Replace if necessary.
No power to pump. Test the Motor Speed Control Circuit Board and potentiometer.
Debris is plugging cleaning tool or vacuum hose.
Drain gate is not completely closed, or seals are damaged.
Vacuum dome is not seated or is damaged.
No power to motor.
Test the Electronic Float.
Test the switch.
Test the vacuum motor.
Test the Vacuum Circuit Board.
Spraying too long. Try spraying for 12-15 seconds, or about three strokes.
Heat exchanger needs to be flushed.
Wrong tool being used. Too much water passing through. Longer hose or larger
diameter hose, than standard.
Heat is not turned on. Either the green light must be on or the bypass switch must
be turned on.
No power in the wall outlet - check to see if the breaker has tripped.
No power to the bypass switch - check wiring for ‘opens.”
No power out of bypass switch, follow troubleshooting steps to isolate the problem.
Call your distributor for additional help.
LOW SUCTION
NO SUCTION
LOW HEAT
NO HEAT
If you can not solve the problem from this chart, contact the distributor from whom you purcahsed your machine

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NOTES:
SOLUS-500
EXTRACTOR
120V