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Figure 14
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the machine,
do not allow large objects to be pulled into the
lower housing or the attachments.
NOTE: Twist the bleed-off ring to the "Open" position
for less suction. Use the "Open" position when
cleaning small rugs or drapes. Use the "Closed"
position when cleaning carpet or furniture. See
figure 14.
NOTE: The machine comes with a filter bag installed
in the tank housing.
Use the Filtra-Vac 14 or Filtra-Vac 18 as a carpet cleaner
or as an upholstery cleaner. To operate the machine as a
carpet cleaner, follow this procedure:
1. Remove the power cord from the cord storage
hooks.
2. Connect the electrical plug to the electrical
outlet.
3. Put the ON/OFF switch in the "I" position.
4. Press the handle release pedal.
5. Pull the handle toward you to the best operating
position.
6. Move the machine forward and backward over the
carpet.
To operate the machine as an upholstery cleaner, follow
this procedure.
1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch in the "O"
position.
2. Push the handle forward until it locks in position.
NOTE: the machine comes with a crevice tool
attachment and an upholstery tool attachment.
Select the tool needed for the cleaning opera-
tion.
3. Remove the wand from the tank housing.
4. Connect an accessory tool to the end of the
wand.
5. Put the ON/OFF switch in the "I" position.
Filtra-Vac 14 and 18 Operator's Manual