NaceCare AVB 4X Self Contained Cleaning Machine User Guide

NaceCare AVB 4X Self-Contained Cleaning Machine

Safety instructions

• Every electrical device must be used for its particular function only, respecting the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Failure to adhere to the instructions could result in serious personal injury, electric shock, fire, or explosion.
• The nowadays machines are normally produced according to the accident prevention regulations and are often homologated by qualified institutes for safety, but nobody and nothing can save irresponsible users from danger.
• Do not spray water near electrical outlets.
• Do not use the machine to spray or to suck dust, corrosive liquids (acids or bases), or explosive or inflammable liquids.
• Do not use the machine in an explosive atmosphere. This machine is not equipped with an explosion-proof motor. The electric motor will spark when powered on, which could cause a flash fire or explosion if the machine is used in an area where flammable vapors/liquids or combustible dusts are present.
• Never use flammable liquids or operate the machine in or near flammable liquids, vapors, or combustible dusts.

Electrical

• Before putting the machine’s plug in the current socket, check that the voltage available is the same as indicated on the label of the machine.
• Be sure that the electrical system is well earthed and that it has a safety differential switch.
• Verify that the cable plug complies with the outlet.
• Do not modify the plug.
• Do not use adapters or multiple sockets without knowing the electrical input of each user.
• If any electrical extension is used, check that it corresponds to the absorbed power of the machine and that the connection of the plug with the socket complies with and is sealed.
• Take care of the electrical cable. It must be integral and protected from water, tears, and chemical agents.
• Do not repair the cable in case of tears, but replace it with a new one. The cable must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent, or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not pull the cable to drag the machine or to pull the plug out.
• Pull the plug out only when the machine is switched off.
• Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
• Unplug the cable before servicing the machine.

Environmental Protection

• Please dispose of packaging materials and old NaceCare AVB 4X Self-Contained Cleaning Machine machine components in a safe and environmentally friendly way according to your local waste disposal regulations.

Generalities

• The body of the carpet cleaning machine, Sharon-Brush, is composed of two high-density polyethylene tanks, kept together with elastic hooks.
• The upper tank is meant to contain the dirty water sucked from the carpet, while the lower tank is meant to contain clean water and detergent.
• The lower tank also contains the vacuum motor, the pump, and the control panel.

Preparation

1. Put the machine in the normal working position and regulate the height of the handle.
2. Fill in the lower tank (solution tank) with cold or NaceCare AVB 4X Self-Contained Cleaning Machine warm water through the filling hole, adding a 5%
   of not-foaming detergent (1/2 liter for each 10 liters).
3. Close the filling hose with the cap.
4. Insert the plug of the cable into a wall socket (see Safety Regulations).

Use

In this modality, the machine washes and dries with the spray nozzle and the vacuum head, which are
situated below the body of the machine. To switch on the machine, you must act on the switches on the control panel.

1. Set the switch of the vacuum motor to position ” I “.
2. Set the pump switch to position “I” the pump switch. In this way, the solution pump works only while you rotate the hand grip of the machine.
3. To clean carpets, rotate the lever on the vacuum head towards the right side. To clean hard
   floors, rotate it towards the left side.
4. To activate the rotating brush switch on the power brush motor, act on the corresponding luminous switch, located in the nearby of the vacuum head.

Use with Accessories

1. After filling the tanks with solution and inserting the plug in the wall outlet, you need to perform the following operations.
2. Connect the machine to the wand or to the hand tool using the solution and the vacuum hoses.
3. To connect the hoses to the machine, remove the vacuum hose, which connects the upper tank to the vacuum head, and the solution hose, which connects the pump to the spraying nozzle, situated under the machine.
4. By doing so, Sharon-Brush becomes a classical carpet extractor. At this point, it is possible to connect the accessories to the machine through the special connecting hoses
5. Switch on the vacuum motor by setting its switch to position “I”, and the pump by setting the switches to position “II”.
6. In this way, the solution pump always works, and it is not necessary to keep pressing the control lever situated on the control panel.
7. To spray water, you need to press the lever situated on the handle of the accessory.

Working method

• As regards the use as a self-contained machine, considering a rectangular surface, we suggest that you proceed in parallel stripes, spraying and sucking the solution at the same time.
• Proceed at a speed suitable for the dirt of the surface.
• In case of persistent spots, you can apply locally a pure detergent.
• There are also spray bottles on the market, with detergents, which are specific to a particular kind of spot.
• Choose high-quality detergents only in order to avoid any damage to the surface.
• Always make a test in an area where any eventual damage is less visible.

Maintenance

1. After every use, before storing the machine, remove all the water from the solution and the
   Recovery tank.
2. Periodically clean the water filter, extracting it from the machine and rinsing it under current water.
3. Then empty the tank and rinse. It is enough to perform this operation every 6-8 months.
4. Periodically check the consumption of the carbon brushes of the vacuum motor and the brush
   motor.
5. Periodically check that the brush rotates without problems, eliminating the causes that prevent a free rotation. In case of difficulties, contact the technical assistance.

Customer Support

• Website: https://www.nacecare.com/
• Ph: 1-800-387-3210

FAQs

Q: What type of cleaning is the NaceCare AVB 4X designed for?

Ans: With its ability to efficiently remove dirt, oil, and stains from carpets, textiles, and hard surfaces, the AVB 4X is designed for automobile and upholstery cleaning.

Q: What does “self-contained” mean in this cleaning machine?

Ans: It indicates that the machine has its own integrated water and recovery tanks, allowing for simple, portable operation without the need for an external water source or drain.

Q: What type of cleaning solutions are recommended?

Ans: Use carpet and upholstery cleaning solutions that are compatible with or recommended by NaceCare. Steer clear of aggressive chemicals that can harm surfaces or the equipment.

Q: Is the machine safe to use on delicate fabrics?

Ans: Yes, but to make sure there won’t be any damage or discolouration, always examine a small, inconspicuous spot first.

Q: How noisy is the AVB 4X during operation?

Ans: The machine has a moderate noise level, which is typical of commercial cleaning equipment. It is usually acceptable to use indoors, though extended use may need wearing ear protection.