Riccar Carpet Cleaner RCE User Guide

CARPET  
EXTRACTOR  
model RCE  
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l  
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Contents  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Grounding instructions  
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Description of the extractor  
Before using your extractor for the first time  
Operation  
While operating the machine  
Cleaning with accessory tools  
Draining the recovery tank  
Draining the solution tank  
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Maintenance and Care  
Filter maintenance  
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Extractor maintenance  
Problem Solving Guide  
Troubleshooting  
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Helpful hints  
Owner’s Information  
Warranty  
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Grounding Instructions  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This machine is intended for household use. It is designed to clean carpet and upholstery  
in an indoor environment and is not constructed for any other use. Use only recommended  
cleaning solutions and accessory tools.  
This carpet extractor must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding  
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.  
This carpet extractor is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and  
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed  
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
All operators must read, understand and practice the following safety precautions.  
The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage  
WARNING:  
caused when the appliance is not used according to the  
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it  
was intended.  
This carpet extractor is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a ground plug  
(see illustration). Make sure the carpet extractor is connected to an outlet having the same  
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this carpet extractor.  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:  
WARNING – Improper connection of  
Grounded  
Outlet  
the equipment-grounding conductor  
can result in the risk of electric shock.  
Check with a qualified electrician or  
service person if you are in doubt as to  
whether the outlet is properly grounded.  
Do not modify the plug provided with  
the carpet extractor – if it will not fit the  
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by  
a qualified electrician.  
Do not operate machine:  
- Unless trained and authorized.  
- Unless operator manual is read  
and understood.  
- In flammable or explosive areas.  
- Unless cord is properly grounded.  
- With damaged cord or plug.  
- If not in proper operating condition.  
- In outdoor areas.  
Before leaving or servicing machine:  
- Turn off machine.  
- Unplug cord from wall outlet.  
When servicing machine:  
Grounded  
Outlet Box  
- Unplug cord from wall outlet.  
- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose  
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.  
- Use manufacturer supplied or approved  
replacement parts.  
Grounding  
- In standing water.  
- With the use of an extension cord.  
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Shock or  
electrocution can result. Always  
Before operating machine:  
- Make sure all safety devices are in  
place and operate properly.  
unplug machine before servicing.  
WARNING: Flammable materials can cause  
an explosion or fire. Do not use  
When using machine:  
- Do not run machine over cord.  
- Do not pull machine by plug or cord.  
- Do not pull cord around sharp edges  
or corners.  
- Do not unplug by pulling on cord.  
- Do not stretch cord.  
- Do not handle plug with wet hands.  
- Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  
- Report machine damage or faulty operation  
immediately.  
flammable materials in tank(s).  
WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive  
metals can cause an explosion  
or fire. Do not pick up any of  
these items and materials.  
- Follow mixing and handling instructions on  
chemical containers.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
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Description of the Extractor  
Before Using Your Extractor for the First Time  
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• The machine is shipped fully assembled and  
is ready for use.  
• Adjust handle from transport position. To  
adjust, while standing behind the machine  
lift handle to desirable operating height. Turn  
right knob forward while turning left knob  
backward to tighten handle in operating  
position (fig 1).  
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• Hinge open cover and remove recovery tank  
from machine. Make sure the float shut-off  
screen and filter are in place before use.  
• Using a clean bucket, fill solution tank  
with 15L (4 gal) of hot water, 60°C (140°F)  
maximum (fig 2). Observe solution tank hose  
at rear of machine when filling. The hose  
indicates the amount of water in solution tank.  
Do not use recovery tank to fill machine. Use  
a clean bucket.  
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Figure 1  
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• Replace recovery tank and close cover  
after filling.  
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• Plug machine’s power cord into a grounded  
wall outlet.  
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Figure 2  
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Recovery tank cover  
Recovery tank  
Attention: Do not use recovery tank to fill  
solution tank. Residual dirt or debris could  
cause damage to solution pump.  
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Main on / off power switch  
Pump reset button  
Brush reset button  
Power cord hooks  
Solution button  
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Solution tank  
Warning: Flammable materials can cause  
an explosion or fire. Do not use flammable  
materials in tank(s).  
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Accessory hose coupler  
Accessory hose port  
Nozzle  
For Safety: When using machine, follow  
mixing and handling instructions on Riccar  
chemical containers.  
Folding handle lock knob  
Solution tank drain hose  
Note: Use Riccar Extractor Detergent only.  
Folding handle  
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Operation  
Attachment Cleaning  
For Safety: Do not operate machine unless  
• Connect accessory hose to hose coupler  
(fig 1) and hose port (fig 2) located at front of  
machine.  
operator manual is read and understood.  
• Vacuum carpet thoroughly and remove  
other debris.  
• Connect accessory tool to coupler and hose  
cuff on the other end of the hose (fig 3).  
• Turn main power switch on.  
• Turn main power switch on.  
• To begin cleaning carpets, push button on  
handle with thumbs and slowly pull machine  
backward (fig 1).  
• To clean stairs or upholstery, squeeze trigger  
on accessory tool to release solution.  
Release trigger and continue to pull tool  
over surface to pick up excess solution.  
Note: When cleaning upholstery, always  
check cleaning instructions sewn in  
furniture by the manufacturer.  
Figure 1  
Figure 1  
• Release handle button at end of path and  
continue to pull machine backward to pick  
up excess solution.  
• Tip machine back on wheels and push  
machine forward to begin next path.  
• After cleaning, squeeze trigger for five  
seconds after turning main power switch off  
to relieve water pressure from tool before  
disconnecting hose.  
While operating the machine  
Figure 2  
Overlap each path by 2 inches.  
• Work away from outlet and power cord to  
prevent cord damage.  
• Periodically check for excessive foam  
buildup in recovery tank.  
Figure 2  
Attention: Excessive foam buildup will not  
activate the float shut-off screen.  
• To clean heavily soiled areas, repeat cleaning  
Figure 3  
path from a different direction.  
• If brush stops, the circuit breaker may have  
been tripped. Unplug power cord and  
check brush for obstruction. Push brush  
reset button to resume (fig 2).  
• When the unit is no longer dispensing  
cleaning solution or the recovery tank is  
full, empty the recovery tank and fill  
solution tank (see “Draining Tanks”).  
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Maintenance  
Maintenance  
Draining Tanks  
For Safety: When servicing machine, unplug  
For Safety: When servicing machine, unplug  
cord from wall outlet.  
cord from wall outlet.  
Regular Maintenance Tips  
• Empty and rinse out recovery tank  
thoroughly.  
Draining recovery tank  
• Turn machine off and unplug power cord.  
• Hinge open cover, lift recovery tank out  
• Remove float shut-off screen from hinged  
cover above the recovery tank cover and  
clean (fig 1).  
and empty.  
Figure 1  
Note: Make sure to rinse out recovery tank  
after each use. Do not use this tank to fill  
machine with cleaning solution.  
• Drain remaining water from solution tank  
(see “Draining Tanks”).  
Figure 1  
Draining solution tank  
• Clean solution tank external filter.  
• Remove solution tank drain hose at rear of  
machine and empty remaining solution  
(fig 1).  
(see “Filter Maintenance”).  
• Remove any entangled carpet fibers and  
debris from brushes underneath machine  
(fig 2).  
Figure 2  
• Replace drain hose (fig 2).  
• Remove any debris lodged in nozzle.  
• Wipe off power cord and check for damage,  
replace if necessary. Coil cord neatly  
around cord hooks after use.  
Filter Maintenance  
To clean the external filter, remove the  
recovery tank and locate the filter. Remove  
the filter screws, grasp the inner handles and  
pull out the filter (fig 3). Rinse the filter inside  
and out. You can then replace the filter by  
snapping the filter back into the solution tank  
and reattaching the screws.  
Figure 2  
Figure 3  
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Problem Solving Guide  
Problem Solving Guide  
Troubleshooting  
Helpful Hints  
Please check each item below if you have trouble with the carpet extractor.  
Unplug the carpet extractor from the power supply before servicing.  
Please check each item below if you have trouble with the carpet extractor.  
Unplug the carpet extractor from the power supply before servicing.  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Machine does not operate  
Extractor not plugged in  
Plug in unit.  
Check to ensure the solution tank  
drain hose (clear tube) is securely  
connected.  
If machine is leaking  
The drain hose is loose.  
Main on/off switch not turned to the on  
position.  
Turn machine on.  
Unplug machine from wall outlet.  
Check and reset circuit breaker in  
building. Plug in machine and turn on  
to operate. If building circuit breaker  
trips again, discontinue use.  
Building circuit breaker tripped.  
Empty recovery tank, refill solution  
tank and make sure the ball in the  
float shut-off screen is moving freely,  
not jammed.  
If you hear a louder,  
Solution tank is empty.  
higher-pitched motor noise  
Let motor cool and reset brush motor  
breaker button at rear of machine.  
Brush motor does not operate  
Solution pump does not operate  
Brush motor circuit breaker tripped.  
Solution pump circuit breaker tripped.  
Button on handle not pushed.  
Pulling machine too fast.  
Let pump cool and reset pump  
breaker button at rear of machine.  
There is no fluid in the clear drain  
hose, or there is no solution on  
your carpet  
Solution tank is low or empty.  
Refill the solution tank.  
Push solution button on handle.  
Slow down cleaning process.  
Poor solution pick-up  
Locate the two spray nozzles on the  
bottom of the machine (they are  
located up and behind the brushroll).  
Rotate each nozzle 1/4 turn, and pull  
the nozzle off the machine. Poke a  
straight pin through the hole to unclog  
the tip. Remove debris. Rinse nozzle,  
then reattach.  
Open recovery tank cover and clean  
lint off screen.  
Clogged float shut-off screen.  
If there is no solution on your  
carpet  
The two spray tips on the bottom of the  
extractor are clogged.  
Accessory tool vacuum hose port cover  
is loose or missing.  
Check vacuum hose port cover.  
Any other service should be done by an Authorized Service Representative.  
Any other service should be done by an Authorized Service Representative.  
Service 1-888-6-RICCAR  
Service 1-888-6-RICCAR  
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Warranty  
Owner’s Information (keep this for your records)  
The model and serial number of this product may be found on the back of the unit. You  
should note the model and serial number of your carpet extractor in the spaces provided  
below, and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase.  
What is Covered:  
This warranty covers any defects in material and workmanship in your new  
Riccar carpet extractor and applies exclusively to the original purchaser.  
Date of purchase  
Serial number  
Model number  
Purchased from:  
Store name  
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How Long Coverage Lasts:  
Warranty coverage for the Riccar carpet extractor lasts two years. Warranty  
for the Riccar extractor tanks lasts ten years.  
What is Not Covered:  
• Damage to the extractor which occurs from neglect, abuse, alterations,  
accident, misuse or improper maintenance.  
• Normal replacement items: cords and filters.  
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Address  
City, State, Zip  
Telephone  
What Riccar Will Do:  
This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to place this  
carpet extractor in correct operating condition during the warranted period.  
How to Get Service:  
Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the extractor to an  
Authorized Riccar Retailer. A proof-of-purchase and product serial number  
will be required before service is rendered. To locate your nearest Riccar  
Retailer, please call 1-888-6-RICCAR or visit the Riccar website at  
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,  
(INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE). THIS WARRANTY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR  
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
How State Law Applies:  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
Specifications  
Model: RCE  
Rating: 120V/60Hz  
Amps: 12  
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Notes  
Notes  
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