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ULTRA LITE CARPET CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

  1. For the best cleaning results with the orbital carpet machines, we recommend encapsulation chemical.  Mix chemical according to manufacturer instructions.  Add chemical to tank or sprayer.  Prime or pump up the sprayer.

Pre-Vacuuming:

  1. A good pre-vacuuming is the first step before beginning any carpet cleaning process.  Removal of the dry soil is very important.  If cleaning solution is added to a carpet filled with dry soil, it would make mud.
  2. Commercial clients should be instructed to adhere to a good vacuuming program before cleaning is scheduled.  If the carpet is in need of vacuuming at the time of cleaning, it should be pre-vacuumed before proceeding.

NOTE:  Always vacuum the carpet before you start the cleaning procedure.

 

Pre-Treating:

WARNING: Pre-test each surface to be cleaned in a hidden area.  Check for any color or texture change.  If any color or texture change occurs, stop cleaning IMMEDIATELY!

  1. If there are more heavily soiled areas, pre-treating can assist the cleaning process.
  2. Mist-spray about 100 square feet of carpet.
  3. Lay a towel flat on the damp carpet.  Align the machine pad on half of the towel and tuck the remaining half of the towel through the handle.  This will allow 4 uses of the same towel.  (Super towels are used once on each side.)
    4.

    NOTE: Make sure the towel is laying flat without any creases or wrinkles.  If the towel bunches up, re-set the towel and use the rear towel clamps (optional).  Do not operate the machine with a wrinkled or creased towel, as it can cause the machine to become difficult to operate and can also damage the carpet.

  4. Release and lower the handle to a comfortable working position.  The machine will operate with or without the handle locked.
  5. Turn on the machine with the rocker switch on the front of the handle.  (I) is on.  (0) is off.
  6. The machine should be guided straight ahead at the pace of a slow walk for thorough cleaning.  For easier forward control put slight downward pressure on the locked handle.
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    NOTE: There is usually no need to move the machine back and forth or side to side since the plate is already oscillating in all directions in its normal action, but sometimes a different direction or back and forth will aid in better cleaning.

  7. Move the machine over the 100 square feet of dampened carpet.  After cleaning is complete, turn the machine off.
  8. Spray the next 100 square feet. Change or flip the towel and continue to clean, spraying and changing the towel each 100 square feet until done.
  9. Some carpets require more than one cleaning.  For spots, prepare a spray bottle of encapsulation chemical mixed 50/50 with water to use as an effective spill stain treatment and change the towel.
  10. Post-Vacuuming: The crystallizing technology of encapsulation chemical  is designed so that the encapsulated soil can be extracted through routine post-vacuuming.  The carpet can be vacuumed at the next regular vacuuming interval.

    Encapsulation is fast becoming the method of choice for maintaining commercial carpets.

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NOTE: Do not operate the machine on carpet without a towel.

NOTE: Do not operate the machine on dry carpet.

NOTE: Keep the machine moving to prevent heat buildup.

11. Some carpets and irregular surfaces cause the machine to be difficult to operate. If this occurs, try one or a combination of the following:

  1. Change the direction of the machine.
  2. Try pulling the machine backwards.
  3. Lock the handle in an operating position.
  4. Place a nylon floor pad between the towel and rubber pad driver.
  5. Place a glider between the towel and the carpet.

11. IF A NOISE DEVELOPS, TURN THE MACHINE OFF.

        Call for maintenance.  Check for loose nuts and bolts.  If loose nuts or bolts are found, tighten.  Use liquid lock tight (medium strength) to secure the tightened nuts and bolts and avoid future problems.

12. If you need parts or service, please call Orbital Technology at

        (800) 528-1376.

 

Limited Warranty

(Proof of Purchase Required)

All Orbital Technology machines are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase when maintained and operated in accordance with instructions and when used in normal service.

This guarantee does not cover accidental damage, damage due to improper use or lack of care, or damage to machines that have been field modified.  It also is not intended to cover replacement of parts necessitated by normal "wear and tear" on the machine.  Orbital Technology assumes no responsibility for repairs made or attempted by unauthorized persons.

Persons wishing to arrange for a warranty inspection are asked to contact the office of Orbital Technology for a Return Authorization, and to ship the defective machine as directed by the service department.  The repaired unit (or replacement) will be returned to the machine owner.

 

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