MAXUM 12

12 Gallon

Box Extractor

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INTRODUCTION INSTRUCTIONS

This operator’s book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Read this book carefully before starting the machine. Keep this book and tell all operators to read the book. If you do not follow the instructions, you can cause an injury or damage equipment, furniture or buildings.

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The contents of this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Thoro-Matic reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its machines without notice.

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FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

For new books write to:

Thoro-Matic, Inc.

2259 S. Sheridan

Muskegon, MI 49442-6252

MODEL

SERIAL NUMBER

Carefully inspect all components to ensure that there is no concealed freight damage. If such damage is discovered, file a “CONCEALED DAMAGE REPORT” immediately with the delivering carrier.

PART NUMBER

DATE PURCHASED

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE!

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

1.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

2.

Do not use outdoors. Protect the machine from rain.

3.

Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

4.

Use only as described in this manual.

5.

Never use this machine to pick up volatile or explosive materials!

6.

Do not use this machine for pick up of dust or dry debris.

7.

Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance should not work as it should, has been dropped or

damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to service center.

8.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp

edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord

10. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands. Do not immerse. Keep the machine in a dry building.

11. Do not put any objects into opening. Do not use with any opening blocked: keep free of dust, lint,

hair and anything that may reduce airflow.

12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14. Do not use in areas where flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline may be present.

15. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.

16. Do not use water that is hotter than 82

°

C (180

°

F).

17. To prevent damage to the solution system, do not store in freezing temperatures without proper maintenance.

Grounding Instructions

This machine 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 machine is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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 machine - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

This machine is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in figure A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in figures B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (figure A) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the

Canadian Electrical Code

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only three-wire 14/3 or larger gauge approved extension cords that have three-prong grounding type plugs and three-pole receptacles that accept the appliance’s plug. Replace or repair any damaged cords or plugs.

When servicing, refer to authorized person only. Use only identical replacement parts.

NOTE: Do not use adapters shown in figures B & C in Canada

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! For the safe operation of this machine follow the instructions given in this booklet and the training given by your supervisor. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or damage to machine and property!

DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE IN AN EXPLOSIVE

ENVIRONMENT!

NEVER USE THIS MACHINE TO PICK UP VOLATILE

OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS!

The model shown in this manual is intended for commercial use.

DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE IN AN EXPLOSIVE

ENVIRONMENT!

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

1.

Connect one end of the vacuum hose to the intake port of the extractor located on the top of the unit and the other end to the wand.

2.

Connect the one end of the solution hose to the brass water discharge fitting on the lower front of the extractor and the other end to the valve connection on the floor wand.

3.

Fill the solution tank (the rectangular opening located on the top of the machine that does not have a cover) with warm or hot water, plus a commercial grade carpet cleaning chemical. Use dilution recommendations located on the chemical bottle. This unit holds 12-gallons of liquid. NOTE: A low-foaming solution should

be used. If not a defoamer must be used to keep the foam to a minimum during use to protect your vacuum motor. Defoamer if used is placed in the recovery tank prior to operating the unit.

4.

Once you have completed all of the above and your unit is plugged into a grounded outlet, turn on the pump switch, which will start to pressurize the unit.

5.

Turn on either one or both of the vacuum switches depending on the amount of suction desired.

6.

Holding the wand with two hands, activate the solution by squeezing the lever on the wand (located at the top of the wand). Spray will start to flow from the jets located at the pick up end of the wand.

7.

With one hand squeezing the wand lever, the other hand should be putting downward pressure on the wand and dragging the wand backwards across the carpet towards the operator. This is basically wringing the water out

3

of the carpet and pulling dirt embedded in the carpet up while the suction created by the vacuum motor picks up the water & dirt and empties it into the recovery tank.

8.

Repeat step #7 without putting more solution down to extract greater quanities of water from the carpet. Doing this extra times will shorten the drying time required for your carpet.

9.

After using all of the solution from the solution tank, you should empty the recovery tank using the dump valve located at the lower rear of the machine by bringing the unit to a janitor’s sink, commode, etc. and pulling up on the “T” handle on the top of the valve.

10. Once the recovery tank is emptied, lower the “T” handle and repeat steps 3-9 as needed to clean the remaining carpet.

11. The cover on the recovery tank must always be in place while using the extractor. The suction from the unit during operation holds this in place.

12. During recovery, note that 100% recovery of all liquid will not be achieved.

DAILY OR REGULAR MAINTENANCE

1.

Rinse solution and recovery tanks out after every use.

Never leave any liquid in the system after use during storage. Store unit in a warm place. If unit is left in a freezing environment with liquid left in the system, the pump and pump housing could crack, requiring replacement of the pump.

2.

Twice a month, flush machine with a solution of white vinegar (one quart vinegar to two gallons of water) or anti-browning solution mixed as directed. This will prevent build up of alkaline residue in the machine.

3.

If spray jet on the wand becomes clogged, remove spray tip, wash thoroughly and blow dry.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

1.

Periodically inspect all hoses, electrical cable and connections on the machine. Frayed or cracked hoses should be replaced to eliminate vacuum or water pressure loss. Check power cable for damage. Repair or replace damaged cord to prevent fire or electric shock.

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11

6

MAXUM 12 FINAL ASSEMBLY

8

9

4

7

MAXUM 12 FINAL ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

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7

4

5

8

1

2

3

9

10

11

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

920665 Nut-Hex 1/4 SS Nyloc

254554 Hinge

911552 Cable-Steel Lanyard

962358 Screw-1/4-20x1-1/2 Hex SS

W104D Washer-Flat

252004 Clamp-Hose 5/8 Plastic

251803 Base-Gray

255121 Lid Assembly

258624 Tank-Solution-Gray

258625 Tank-Recovery-Gray

255106 Latch-Rubber

980720 Washer-Flat (Not Shown)

QTY.

1

1

2

4

1

1

1

1

2

8

1

1

5

MAXUM 12 RECOVERY TANK

6

MAXUM 12 RECOVERY TANK PARTS LIST

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

3

4

10

11

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14

15

16

17

18

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

920666 Nut-Hex 10-32 SS Nyloc

S400P5 Locknut 1-1/2

962453 Screw 10-32x1 SS Phillips

W104D Washer-1/4 Flat

S216P Clamp-Hose

253306 Fitting-Pipe 1-1/2 MPT

252807 Elbow 1-1/2 FIPT x 1-1/2

S400PB4 Elbow-Black

253343 Fitting-Pipe 1-1/2

250201 Adaptor-1-1/2 MPT & Hose Barb

S400PB4 Drain Valve

255020 Kit-Shutoff Assembly

257014 Standpipe-12 Gallon

520801 Bracket-Cord Wrap

258625 Tank-Recovery-Gray

257004 Pipe-PVC 2 x .75"

257015 Support-PVC 1.5 x 17.25"

257016 Standpipe Assembly-12 Gal

QTY.

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

4

1

4

4

1

1

1

1

1

7

MAXUM 12 SOLUTION TANK

8

MAXUM 12 SOLUTION TANK PARTS LIST

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

3

4

1

2

5

6

7

920666

962453

W104D

211310

253302

Nut-Hex 10-32 SS Nyloc

Screw 10-32 x 1 SS Phillips

Washer 1/4 Flat SAE SS

Body-90 Jet w/Lock Nut

Filter Screen

253901 Handle-Grab Plastic

258624 Tank-Solution-Gray

QTY.

2

1

2

2

1

1

1

9

MAXUM 12 BASE ASSEMBLY

10

MAXUM 12 BASE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

9

26

27

28

29

22

23

24

25

30

31

32

33

34

39

40

41

42

35

36

37

38

43

44

16

17

18

20

21

10

11

12

13

14

15

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

5

6

7

3

4

1

2

8

257405

251803

908059

920011

920619

Rod-Axle 1/2 x 19"

Base-Gray-12 Gal

Cord Asm 25' 16-3 SJT

Nut 1/4-20 Elastic Stop

Nut 1/2 Pipe Lock

920004 Nut 1/4-20 Hex

254137 Hose-Solution 3/8 x 48"

920666 Nut-Hex 10-32 SS Nyloc

962339 Screw 10-30 x 1 Phillips

962357 Screw 1/4-20 x 1 Hex Zinc

962211 Screw 10 x 3/8 Hex Washer

962223 Screw 8 x 5/8 Self Tap HHW

962229 Screw 1/4-20 x 5 Hex Zinc

980722 Washer-Flat 1/2 x 1-3/8 OD

980082 Washer-Med Split 1/4

W104D Washer 1/4 Flat SAE SS

W401D Washer #10 Flat SAE Zinc

S453P Clamp-Hose

252009 Clamp-Hose Metal #28

3765 Elbow-Male 3/8 to 3/8 Nylon

203359 Fitting-Hose Barb 3/8

203302 Quick Connect-Male 1/4

252812 Elbow-Short 90D PVC

603473 Gasket-Top Vac

930017 Rivet

S482P Cap-Axle

253305 Ferrule-Solution Hose

A13020 Relief-Strain

255207 Vacuum Motor-2 Stage Tangential

257007 Pump-100 PSI

254136 Hose-Solution 3/8 x 19"

254127 Hose-2 x 6.5"

257004 Pipe-PVC 2 OD x .75"L

256402 Switch Plate

256603 Plate-Motor Mounting

258512 Screen-Vac Guard

911089 Switch-Rocker-20 Amp

S519PB Blank-Switch

252407 Caster-Swivel

259708 Wheel 12 x 1.75"

254126 Hose 2 x 11"

257012 Pipe-PVC 2 x 2"

257013 Pipe-PVC 2 x 3"

QTY.

3

2

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

2

1

1

2

2

1

1

1

1

1

2

3

5

6

9

6

2

2

10

2

26

3

2

4

2

1

1

1

16

1

6

1

11

MAXUM 12 HOSE ASSEMBLY

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MAXUM 12 HOSE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

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4

1

2

5

6

7

8

9

252403 Cuff-Hose 1.5 x 1.5"

254105 Hose-Vacuum 1.5" (Per Foot, No Cuffs)

254113 Hose-Vacuum Assm 15' w/Cuffs

S250P Hose-Solution 3/8" (Per Foot)

203359 Fitting-Hose Barb 3/8"

202050 Clamp-Solution Hose

203308 Quick Connect - 1/4" Female

254121 Hose-Solution Assm 15' w/QC

911104 Tie-Cable

QTY.

2

1

4

2

2

2

15 ft

1

15 ft

13

MAXUM 12 WAND ASSEMBLY

12

6

5

4

3

2

1

6

7

10

9

11

8

14

MAXUM 12 WAND ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

ITEM PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

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7

8

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1

2

3

4

5

11

12

219201 Trigger-Wand

203308 Quick Connect 1/4" Female

S906A Nipple-Brass

T4055 Elbow-45 Degree Brass

219402 Valve

215007 Kit-Valve Repair (O-ring/Spring/Disk)

S223P Barb-1/4 to 1/4" Brass

214116 Hose Assembly (Valve to Jets)

S980P Body-Spray Jet

S280P Strainer w/Check Valve

S877P2 Jet-Brass

S973P Cap-Jet

213903 Handle w/Hardware

QTY.

1

1

1

1

1

2

2

2

1

2

1

2

15

MAXUM 12 WIRING DIAGRAM - NO HEATER INSTALLED

16

MAXUM 12 WIRING DIAGRAM - WITH HEATER INSTALLED

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NOTES

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WARRANTY POLICY

MAXUM 12 - 12 GALLON BOX EXTRACTOR

The Thoro-Matic Maxum 12 has been manufactured, tested and inspected in accordance with specific engineering requirements and is WARRANTED to be free from defects in workmanship and materials as follows:

Five (5) years parts, One (1) year labor – Rotational molded tanks.

One (1) year parts & labor – All other components unless excluded below.

This warranty extends to the original user/purchaser and only when used, operated and maintained in accordance with Thoro-

Matic’s Operating and Maintenance instructions.

This warranty does not apply to certain wear parts of the machine such as electrical cords, carbon motor brushes, hoses, tools, etc., nor does it apply to damage or failure caused by improper use, abuse or neglect. Warranty credit or replacement of return parts including motors, tools, etc., is subject to incoming inspection of those items.

To secure repair under this warranty, the following procedure should be taken:

•

The inoperative machine or warranted parts must be delivered to the authorized dealer with shipping and delivery charges prepaid. If unable to locate the Dealer, you may contact Thoro-Matic at the address listed herein for the location of the nearest Thoro-Matic repair center or agent or for other instructions pertaining to your warranty difficulty.

•

Upon compliance with the above warranty procedure, all warranted repairs would be completed at no additional charge or cost to the user.

•

Only Thoro-Matic or its authorized dealers and agents may make no charge warranty repairs on this product. All others do so at their own risk.

This warranty limits Thoro-Matic liability to the repair of the product and/or warranted parts replacement and does not include incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of a Thoro-Matic machine whether defective or not.

This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties and is extended to the original purchaser/user.

08/09

2259 S. Sheridan • Muskegon, MI 49442

Ph: (231) 773-1330 • (800) 968-1332 • Fax (800) 863-9536 www.thoro-matic.com