OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST Midsize Extractor Model PFX1080AW & PFX1085EAW SERIES WARNING: OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. ©Tacony, Inc., All rights reserved PFX1080AW-Man 1/2016 Save These Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING!: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury WARNING To avoid electric shock, DO NOT expose to rain. Store Indoors. WARNING To avoid fire, DO NOT use with a flammable or combustible liquid to clean floor. When using this upright extractor, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1) DO NOT leave unit when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. 8) DO NOT pick up anything that is smoking or burning such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 2) DO NOT allow unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used around or near children. 9) DO NOT use to pick up hazardous chemicals. 3) Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. 4) DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If unit is not working properly because it has been dropped, dropped into water, left outdoors, or damaged in any way, contact an authorized service center. 5) DO NOT handle plug or appliance with wet hands. 6) DO NOT put any objects into openings. DO NOT use with any opening blocked: keep free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce air flow. 7) Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. 2 10) Turn off all controls before unplugging. 11) Turn unit off immediately if foam or liquid comes from machine exhaust. Empty & clean out recovery (dirty) tank and use defoamer to correct the problem. 12) DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present. 13) DO NOT use where oxygen or anesthetics are used. 14) Replace damaged or worn parts immediately with genuine original equipment parts to maintain safety. 15) This unit must be connected to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instruction on page 3. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This extractor must be properly grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is equipped with 1 or 2 pigtail cords having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The pigtails must be inserted into an appropriate 12 gauge 3 prong extension cord. This unit is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in (Fig. A). GROUNDING METHODS GROUNDING OUTLET This unit is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in (Fig. A). GROUNDED OUTLET BOX GROUNDING PIN (FIG. A) WARNING! Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a 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 appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. 3 General instructions for PFX1080 series Extractors Congratulations on your purchase of a Powr-Flite extractor. You are now equipped to handle any and all commercial carpet cleaning jobs. Shipping and Damage This equipment is thoroughly inspected, tested, and packaged to provide equipment in good operating condition. It is beyond our control after the equipment is turned over to a freight carrier. The freight carrier received and signed for the equipment in good condition. Consequently, it is most important to protect your interest by carefully complying with the following instructions: Please inspect your cartons for any damage (including concealed damage) that might have occurred during shipment. Any damage is the responsibility of the freight carrier and should be reported to the freight carrier immediately. It is your responsibility to issue a claim and to receive compensation from the freight carrier for any damage done in transit. Damage of this sort is not warranted. Follow these easy step-by-step instructions to ensure proper operating performance. 1. Fill up the fresh water solution tank with tap water that is 120-135 degrees and approved carpet cleaning chemical, if you are not pre-spraying your chemical on the carpet. 2. Attach two 12 gauge extension cords (one cord for nonheated models). 3. Plug each extension cord into a separate and grounded 20 amp wall socket circuits. When this is accomplished the green indicator light will be lit (on heated models). 4. Attach the hose system to the unit and to your carpet wand. 5. Turn on the heater and the pump to the “on” position, (only pump on non-heated models). When the heater is on, the orange indicator light on the switch panel will be lit. 6. With the solution line attached to the wand and the machine, prime the pump by squeezing the trigger on the wand releasing the water (hold wand tip over solution tank to put water back into solution tank). This will pump water into the heater and get any air out of the solution line. Let the heater heat up. This will take 3 to 5 minutes. *Prime pump on 500 p.s.i. models with prime hose (included). 7. Turn vacuum switches to the “on” position one at at time to begin cleaning. 8. Anyone designated to operate this equipment must read and thoroughly understand all instructions and precautions prior to use. 4 9. Never use equipment out of doors or in the rain. 10. Never use flammable or explosive materials in or around this equipment! 11. When vacuum tank is full, empty by using drain hose on the front of the machine. If a pail is used to empty the vacuum waste tank, do not use the same pail to fill the solution tank as this can result in putting dirt and grit into the solution line that can plug filters, orifices, and generally degrade the solution line system (do not reuse solution). 12. To empty solution tank, detach the wand from the end of the vacuum hose and insert the vacuum hose into the solution tank. Turn the vacuum switches to “on” position and transfer solution to vacuum tank and dispose of as outlined in #11. Clean vacuum stack filter at this time. Maintenance To receive reliable service from this equipment, regular daily maintenance is a required. 1. Keep the equipment clean, both inside and out. 2. Lubricate brass quick disconnects with a quality lubricant such as WD-40®. 6. Never lift the machine by pressure regulator (on heated model). 7. Do not allow the unit to freeze! 8. The equipment was not designed to be used outdoors or in the rain. 9. Do not operate in standing water. 3. Flush solution systems after use with clear, clean water. (A white vinegar solution may also be used). This will counter-act hard water and alkaline deposits and aid in keeping orifices clean. 10. Wear safety equipment and clothing to protect from extremely hot water. 4. Do not allow fluid, either in solution or waste tank, to sit overnight. The unit should be emptied and cleaned daily. 12. Do not operate if power cords, hoses, etc. are cracked, frayed, leaking, or otherwise in need of repair. 11. Do not operate equipment under any unsafe condition. 5. Clean the strainer in the solution tank, the filters on the vacuum stack in vacuum tank, and all lint filters in the inlet or vacuum tanks daily. 6. Do not use the same receptacle (pail) to fill solution tank that is used to remove waste from vacuum tank. Float Cage 7. When the unit is not in use, leave the vacuum tank lid open. 8. At the end of each day, run the vacuum for 3 minutes with lid open and filter off. (See Fig. A) Safety Precautions Fig. A These precautions are designed with the safety of the operator, the equipment, and others in mind and must be followed at all times to avoid serious personal harm and/or death, and damage to the unit. 1. Always use a grounded electrical outlet. 2. Always disconnect electric cable from electrical outlet before attempting to make any adjustments or repairs. 3. Never use this equipment as a toy. 4. Never use equipment near or around flammable or explosive materials, fuels, or solvents. 5. Never put flammable materials, fuels, or solvents into equipment. 5 Storage of Equipment 1. Store extractor indoors in dry area. 2. Recovery and solution tank should be empty and clean when the extractor is not in use. 3. Leave the recovery lid and drain hose open to air out the recovery tank. 4. Do not store in freezing temperature. 5. A small amount of windshield washer fluid may be left in the pump and internal solution line for protection against freezing. Warnings 1. Do not break off or pull the grounding prong on the plug. 2. Do not attempt repair on a warrantied machine unless instructions to perform it by an authorized shop are obtained from the factory. 3. Do not use citrus-based (D-Limonene) cleaners in this machine. 4. Do not use cleaning chemicals in this machine except those recommended for steam-type extraction equipment. The use of any chemicals with abrasive additives voids the warranty. 5. Do not use any replacement parts except those specified on the parts list. Performance of the machine could be affected if substitutions are made. 6. Do not use water in excess of 140° F (62° C) through the pump system. It could damage the seals and polyprophene casing of the diaphragm pump. 7. Follow maintenance schedule strictly. 8. Failure to comply with the above warnings instructions will void the warranty. ONE LAST REMINDER Read All Instructions, Warning and Cautions Before Using. These guidelines are presented for your protection and convenience. Please read them carefully, since failure to heed these precautions could result in discomfort or injury. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed. WARNING TO AVOID FIRE, DO NOT USE WITH A FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID TO CLEAN FLOOR. 6 PFX1080AW BASE ASSEMBLY PFX1080AW Parts List PFX1080AW BASE ASSEMBLY 32 33 13 30 10 27 25 35 22 20 6 16 2 1 24 23 28 12 9 34 29 4 11 26 19 5 31 14 3 17 15 DESCRIPTION PART NO. 21 18 7 ITEM 8 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 10/-24 ALL THREAD 72000A 19 NUT 8-32 KEPS X8256 2 WASHER 5/16 SAE FLAT ZINC X8218 20 NUT 10-32 KEPS 7BF008 3 1/4” QUICK DISCONNECT PX6 21 NUT PUSH 1/2” 7GL002 4 AXLE REAR MID SIZE X9463 22 NUT, KEP 10-24 ZINC 7BF003 5 NUT 8-32 LOCK W/NYLON INSERT X8260 23 PLATE, HEATER/PUMP, MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9465 6 BOLT 1/4-20X 1” X8211 24 PLATE MUFFLER MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9471 7 CASTER, 4” BLACK X9153 25 PLATE VACUUM MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9868 8 WHEEL 10” GRAY X9063 26 RECEPTICALE, FLANGED INLET STRAIGHT BLADE X9429 9 COVER FAN 72702A 27 SCREW, SHEET METAL #8-5/8’ BLACK 72387A 10 PUMP 100 PSI W/BY-PASS SF814 28 SCREW, 8-32 X 1 3/4” MACHINE PH ZINC 7DW001 11 FAN COOLING 115V 72700A 29 SCREW, 8-32 X 3/4” MACHINE PH ZINC 72703A 12 FDAM, MUFFLER, MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9470 30 FITTING NYLON ELBOW 90 DEG. PX15 13 GASKET, VACUUM MOTOR SEAL X9696 31 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 1 PHIL PAN 7BS003 14 PLATE, MEDEX 100 PSI X9494 32 SPACER VAC MOTOR 72651B 15 WASHER ,1/2 USS FLAT ZINC X8239 33 VACUUM 2 STAGE 72855A 16 NUT KEP 1/4-20” 7BF004 34 WASHER 1/2 USS FLAT, BLACK 7CM007 17 MEDIUM SIZE EXTRACTOR BASE X1050-120 35 WASHER #10 FLAT ZINC X8225 18 SPACER, CASTER 72783A 7 PFX1080AW solution tank assembly PFX1080AW Parts List PFX1080AW SOLUTION TANK ASSEMBLY 12 13 8 5 9 7 14 6 4 2 1 3 11 ITEM 8 10 15 DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 PHIL PAN 7BS003-BLK 2 SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 PHIL PAN 7BS003 3 FITTING NYLON ELBOW 90 DEG. PX15 4 CLAMP, DISCHARGE VALVE X9448 5 HINGE SOLUTION TANK LID X9450 6 LID SOLUTION TANK X9451 7 NUT 8-32 KEPS ZINC X8256 8 SCREW #6 X 1/2 PAN HD PHIL X8261 9 SCREW 8-32 X 1/2 PAN HD PHIL X8278 10 MID SIZE EXTRACTOR SOLUTION TANK X1052BLUE 11 STRAP, FRONT X9444 12 CLAMP 1-1/2 WORM GEAR 7DL005 13 PLUG DRAIN HOSE PAS36 14 HOSE DRAIN PAS37 15 REDUCER 1/2” TO 3/8” PC22 PFX1080AW Parts List PFX1080AW recovery tank assembly PFX1080AW RECOVERY TANK ASSEMBLY 27 4 10 21 26 23 6 15 8 16 3 13 1 9 22 7 25 30 24 30 17 2 29 14 5 12 ITEM DESCRIPTION 18 11 28 PART NO. 19 20 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 5/16-18 x 18.75 ALL THREAD X9452 16 LID SCREW-IN PX103 2 WASHER 1/4 FLAT USS ZINC X8235 17 NUT CAP 5/16-18 ZP 72148A 3 COUPLER PLASTIC PX63 18 MID SIZE EXTRACTOR RECOVERY TANK X1051BLUE 4 COUPLING PVC 72615A 19 SCE TANK HINGE X9014 5 DRAIN FITTING 1” 72677A 20 SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 PHIL PAN 7BS003 6 DUMP VALVE GASKET PX14 21 SCREW #8X5/8 BLACK 72387A 7 VALVE GASKET PX14A 22 SCREW #8X5/8 BLACK 72387A 8 FITTING PLASTIC ELBOW 90 PX11A 23 SPACER 1.625 LONG 72486A 9 FITTING PLASTIC BULKHEAD PX25 24 SWITCH PLATE X9801AW 10 FLOAT CAGE W/HEAVY BALL PX31 25 SWITCH ROCKER PX87 11 GASKET DRAIN INNER 72679A 26 STANDPIPE 72628B 12 GASKET DRAIN OUTER 72680A 27 VACUUM TUBE PX33 13 GASKET LID PX103G 28 WASHER X8858 14 GASKET, SWITCH PLATE X9484 29 WHEEL BLACK 4” X 1-1/4” X8025 15 HANDLE X9453 30 HOLE PLUG SWITCH HOLE X9173 31 PLUG 1/2 BLACK NYLON 71804A 9 PFX1085EAW Parts List W BASE ASSEMBLY PFX1085EAW BASE ASSEMBLY 35 36 13 33 18 37 10 30 27 39 24 22 26 38 6 17 2 1 ITEM 25 12 31 14 9 32 4 11 21 29 34 5 28 19 3 16 7 20 15 8 23 DESCRIPTION 10/-24 ALL THREAD 72000A 2 WASHER 5/16 SAE FLAT ZINC X8218 3 1/4” QUICK DISCONNECT PX6 4 AXLE REAR MID SIZE X9463 5 NUT 8-32 LOCK W/NYLON INSERT X8260 6 BOLT 1/4-20X 1” X8211 7 CASTER, 4” BLACK X9153 8 WHEEL 10” GRAY X9063 9 COVER FAN 72702A 10 CAT PUMP 500 PSI, AC* CP500AC 11 FAN COOLING 115V 72700A 12 FDAM, MUFFLER, MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9470 13 GASKET, VACUUM MOTOR SEAL X9696 HEATER 1650W 15A X9256 HEATER 3000W 240V PF3000B 15 HEATER COVER, MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9464 16 WASHER ,1/2 USS FLAT ZINC X8239 17 NUT KEP 1/4-20” 7BF004 18 BARB,1/2H 3/8M PX85 19 MEDIUM SIZE EXTRACTOR BASE X1050-120 20 SPACER, CASTER 72783A 21 NUT 8-32 KEPS X8256 22 NUT 10-32 KEPS 7BF008 23 NUT PUSH 1/2” 7GL002 24 NUT, KEP 10-24 ZINC 7BF003 25 PLATE, HEATER/PUMP, MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9465AW 26 PLATE MUFFLER MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9471 27 PLATE VACUUM MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9868 28 PRESSURE GAUGE ASSEMBLY 500psi WITH PULSE HOSE X9501-CP 29 RECEPTICALE, FLANGED INLET STRAIGHT BLADE X9429 30 SCREW, SHEET METAL #8-5/8’ BLACK 72387A 31 SCREW, 8-32 X 1 3/4” MACHINE PH ZINC 7DW001 32 SCREW, 8-32 X 3/4” MACHINE PH ZINC 72703A 33 ELBOW STREET 1/4” 90 DEGREE PC49 34 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 1 PHIL PAN 7BS003 35 SPACER VAC MOTOR 72651B VACUUM 2 STAGE 72855A VACUUM 2 STAGE (230V) 72855B 37 REDUCER 3/8” TO 1/4” PC20 38 WASHER 1/2 USS FLAT, BLACK 7CM007 39 WASHER #10 FLAT ZINC X8225 14 36 *WIRE HIGH FOR HIGH VOLTAGE - WIRE LOW FOR LOW VOLTAGE 10 PART NO. 1 PFX1085EAW Parts List PFX1085EAW solution tank assembly PFX1085EAW SOLUTION TANK ASSEMBLY 12 13 8 9 5 14 7 6 4 2 10 1 3 11 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 1/4-20 X 1/2 HEX CAP SCREW 7BS003-BLK 2 1/4-20 X 3/4 HEX CAP SCREW 7BS003 3 1/4” 90 DEGREE STREET ELBOW PC49 4 CLAMP, DISCHARGE VALVE X9448 5 HINGE SOLUTION TANK X9450 6 LID, SOLUTION TANK X9451 7 NUT 8-32 KEPS ZINC X8256 8 SCREW SHEET METAL #8 X 3/4” BLACK X8261 9 SCREW , 8-32 X 1/2” MACHINE PH BLACK X8278 10 SOLUTION TANK HOUSING X1052BLUE 11 STRAP, FRONT MID SIZE EXTRACTOR X9444 12 CLAMP, 1 1/2” WARM GEAR 7DL005 13 PLUG DRAIN HOSE PAS36 14 DRAIN HOSE PAS37 11 PFX1085EAW PFX1085EAW recovery tank assembly Parts List PFX1085EAW RECOVERY TANK ASSEMBLY 27 4 10 21 26 23 6 15 8 16 3 13 9 1 22 25 7 30 31 24 17 2 29 14 5 12 ITEM 12 DESCRIPTION 18 11 28 PART NO. 19 20 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 5/16-18 x 18.75 ALL THREAD X9452 16 LID SCREW-IN PX103 2 WASHER 1/4 FLAT USS ZINC X8235 17 NUT CAP 5/16-18 ZP 72148A 3 COUPLER PLASTIC PX63 18 MID SIZE EXTRACTOR RECOVERY TANK X1051BLUE 4 COUPLING PVC 72615A 19 SCE TANK HINGE X9014 5 DRAIN FITTING 1” 72677A 20 SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 PHIL PAN 7BS003 6 DUMP VALVE GASKET PX14 21 SCREW #8X5/8 BLACK 72387A 7 VALVE GASKET PX14A 22 SCREW #8X5/8 BLACK 72387A 8 FITTING PLASTIC ELBOW 90 PX11A 23 SPACER 1.625 LONG 72486A 9 FITTING PLASTIC BULKHEAD PX25 24 SWITCH PLATE X9801AW 10 FLOAT CAGE W/HEAVY BALL PX31 25 SWITCH ROCKER PX87 11 GASKET DRAIN INNER 72679A 26 STANDPIPE 72628B 12 GASKET DRAIN OUTER 72680A 27 VACUUM TUBE PX33 13 GASKET LID PX103G 28 WASHER X8858 14 GASKET, SWITCH PLATE X9484 29 WHEEL BLACK 4” X 1-1/4” X8025 15 HANDLE X9453 30 INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN PX86 31 NEON LIGHT WITH LENS X8102 Troubleshooting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No electrical power.1. Defective power cord.1. Replace. 2. Circuit breaker off or2. Turn circuit breaker fuse blown. on or replace fuse. Unplug any equipment using the same circuit. Switch is turned on.1. Faulty electrical cable.1. Repair or replace. Intermittent power to 2. Defective switches.2. Replace. motor(s).3. Loose terminal or dis-3. Replace. colored terminal connections. Electrical Shock1. Equipment not1. Locate grounded grounded. outlet. VACUUM SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Vacuum motor on.1. Drain hose open.1. Close drain hose. Little or no vacuum Recovery tank lid must on wand head. be closed. 2. Defective vacuum hose. 2. Repair or replace. Kinks in vacuum hose. hose. 3. Vacuum disconnected. 3. Open machine, connect vacuum hose to recovery tank. Not enough vacuum1. Damaged recovery1. Replace. power at the machine. tank lid. 2. Lint clogging ball - 2. Remove screen. type shutoff screen. Clean out fibers and accumulated dirt. 3. Vacuum hose connection3. Check for leaks between stand pipe and around clamps and cuffs vacuum motor. (tighten). Replace damaged hose(s). 4. Vacuum motor4. Check air flow by exhaust blocked. removing hose from machine and feel the exhaust under the machine. Remove obstruction. 5. Cords not plugged into 5. Relocate one cord to a separate circuits different room. VACUUM SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor running and no1. Faulty vacuum motor.1. Replace. vacuum at all. No exhaust from the2. Water shutoff closed.2. Clean water shutoff blowport. screen. Premature closing of1. Dirty or clogged shut-1. Remove and clean ball type shutoff. off filter screen. screen. Ball type shutoff2. Ball coated with2. Remove and rinse failing to release after detergent or other ball with clean water. recovery tank is drained. foreign material. 2. Screen slightly out of3. Bend screen by round. squeezing slightly by hand until there is an obvious space between ball and inside of screen. Foam/dirty solution1. Foam from carpet by-1. Use additional coming out of vacuum passing water shutoff. defoamer. exhaust port.2. Elbow in vacuum tank2. The elbow should be is not positioned pointed directly at the correctly. side wall of the tank away from the ball type shutoff. SOLUTION SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Pump motor on – 1. Clogged or faulty1. Check intake on no spray through jets. solution control valve. valve and remove lint or other foreign material. 2. Clogged or faulty2. Depress plunger on quick disconnect on solution hose against housing. inside wall of solution tank. If solution is flow ing at this point, the system is O.K. If no solution flows, check the quick disconnect for lint and other foreign matter. 3. Clogged jets 3. Clean jets on wand or tool. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Uneven spray from1. Clogged strainer in1. Unscrew strainer jet. Spray weak or solution tank. and remove lint and uneven. any other foreign material from screen. 2. Clogged jet.2. Remove and clean. Leaking or stuck1. Foreign material in1. Remove brass hex solution valve. valve. plug, clean valve and replace. 2. Loose brass hex nut.2. Reseal hex and plug. 3. Valve worn or seals3. Replace worn parts worn. with solution valve repair kit. Pump motor1. Loose wiring 1. Tighten wiring not working. 2. Defective pump 2. Replace with new pressure switch pressure switch assembly 3. Motor burnout 3. Replace pump motor Pump pressure low.1. Clogged screens on.1. Unscrew strainer strainer in solution tank remove lint and any other foreign material from screen. 2. Defective rectifier or2. Replace. motor. 3. Pump not primed. 3. Plug priming hose into solution connection and place end in solution tank. Run pump for 4 minutes Pump pressure varies.1. Worn carbon brushes.1. Replace brushes. 2. Defective pump2. Replace. pressure control switch. WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that products manufactured are free from defects of workmanship and material, provided such goods are installed, operated and maintained in accordance with written manuals or other instructions for a period of 5 years from date of purchase on housings and frame, 3 years on heater, 1 year on pump, 2 years on vac motor, and parts and workmanship. In case you as our customer, meet any trouble with your machine, contact your Powr-Flite representative who will be happy to be of service to you and will take care of the warranty settlement. NOTE: Alterations and changes made to the machine without written approval of the manufacturer and use of unapproved spare parts will not be covered by warranty. A Tacony Company 3101 Wichita Court • Ft. Worth, TX 76140-1755 1-800-880-2913 • Fax: 1-817-551-0719 • www.Powr-Flite.com PFX1080AW-Man 1/2016