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Household Type
Owner’s Guide
2500 Series
IMPORTANT
Do not return this
product to the store.
For assembly problems or
questions contact: Eureka’s
Customer Service Division toll
free at 1-800-282-2886*, 8
a.m. to 7:30 p.m., (CST),
Monday - Friday and 10 a.m.
to 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
For replacement of broken
or missing items to be
shipped direct to you, call 1-
800-438-7352*, 8 a.m. to 4:45
p.m., (CST), Monday - Friday.
*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169
Index
Important Safeguards .....................
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. Do not immerse product. Use only on surfaces moistened by cleaning process. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain. Use only commercially available floor cleaners intended for machine application. Do not leave the Carpet Shampooer/Ext
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CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTS L’utilisation d’un appareil électrique sous-entend l’observation de certaines règles de sécurité élémentaires: LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER L’ASPIRATEUR. AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire les risques de feu, de secousse électrique ou de blessure: Ne pas immerger. Utiliser uniquement sur un tapis mouillé par le dispositif de nettoyage. Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur. Ne pas exposer à la pluie. Utiliser uniquement des produits nettoyants offerts sur
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Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance 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. DANGER Improper connection of an equipment-grounding condu
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GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE: Thoroughly clean carpet, upholstery and stairs with a vacuum cleaner before using the Carpet Shampooer/ Extractor. Also, sweep any hard surface floors before using the carpet shampooer/extractor. Automatic Suction Shut-Off The automatic suction shut-off functions when the recovery tank is full of liquid. As the tank fills, the ball float (inside the recovery tank) rises until it seats itself against the motor. This shuts off the suction causing the motor sound to becom
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Carpet Shampooer/Extractor Parts NOTICE ON MODELS WITH THE ACCESSORY HOSE, YOU MAY NOTICE SMALL WATER Handle DROPLETS IN THE WATER LINE. THIS IS DUE Release TO THE FACT THAT ALL UNITS ARE 100% INSPECTED ON THE PRODUCTION LINE USING WATER TO ASSURE PROPER Hose FUNCTION OF THE ACCESSORIES. Handle Carrying Handle Some Eureka carpet shampooer/extractor models do not feature an attachment hose and selector knob. These features are Clean Water Solution Tank specified only on selected models. Selector
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I. HOW TO ASSEMBLE NOTE: Completely assemble the carpet shampooer/extractor before using. A. Attach Handle Align handle above carpet shampooer/extractor. Hose Hook Push handle all the way down. Secure with two screws. Cord Wrap Hook Hose Tool Caddy Upholstery/ Stair Nozzle Cord Wrap Hook B. Store Attachment Hose (Available on specific models only) Wrap the hose around the hose hooks. Recovery Tank Push Upholstery/Stair Nozzle into caddy. C. Store Electrical Cord Wrap cord around bo
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II. PREPARING THE CARPET BEFORE CLEANING Vacuum Carpet Helpful Hints for Deep-Cleaning Carpet Follow the instructions in this owner’s guide. Here are a NOTE: Never use this carpet shampooer/ few extra hints that will make deep-cleaning carpet easier. extractor as a standard vacuum cleaner. Before you begin using the carpet shampooer/ For best results, vacuum carpets with a extractor, vacuum carpet thoroughly. vacuum cleaner that has a brush roll. The bristles of the brush roll help loosen an
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III. HOW TO PREPARE THE CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR FOR CARPET CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best results, begin with a clean surface by vacuuming surface or item before using the carpet shampooer/extractor. NOTE: Familiarize yourself with the parts of the NOTE: Mix cleaning solution properly to avoid carpet shampooer/extractor by reading this damage to carpet and upholstery. owner’s manual before using. A. Fill the Clean Water Solution Tank 1) Lift up the tank latch to release the clean water solution
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B. Emptying the Recovery Tank NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the carpet shampooer/extractor to empty the recovery tank. 1) Press the recovery tank latch downward to release the tank from the carpet shampooer/extractor unit as shown in Figure 1. 2) Slide the recovery tank out from the lower portion of the carpet shampooer/ extractor unit. 3) Lift off the recovery tank lid and empty contents into a suitable water drain. 4) Rinse out the recovery tank and tank lid thoroughly.
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IV. HOW TO USE THE CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR Some Eureka carpet shampooer/extractor models do Solution not feature an attachment hose and selector knob. Release These features are specified only on selected models. Trigger Carpet Cleaning A. Make sure the selector knob is in the carpet position. B. Place electrical cord into an outlet. Clean Water Solution Tank Handle Release Selector Knob (Available on specific models only.) C. Step on the handle release. Lower handle to operating position.
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V. OPERATING THE CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR Some Eureka carpet shampooer/extractor models do not feature an attachment hose and selector knob. These features are specified only on selected models. D. Push power switch on, which is located on the back side of the unit. Power Switch E. Pull up and hold the solution release trigger and apply two spraying strokes by moving the carpet shampooer/extractor 0 = Off () I= On forward and then backward at a moderate pace two times. As the nozzle moves o
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Fabric Code Ratings: W for wet clean. S-W for solvent-dry or wet clean. S for solvent-dry clean only. Do not wet clean. VI. HOW TO PREPARE THE CARPET Check the stuffing material if possible SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR FOR Look inside the cushions or on the underneath side. If filling is a dark color, it may bleed through and discolor the fabric. UPHOLSTERY AND STAIR Most stuffing material that is white to light yellow is colorfast CLEANING and will not bleed colors through to the fabric covering.
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VII. HOW TO USE THE CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR FOR UPHOLSTERY OR STAIR CLEANING (only for models with an Attachment Hose and Upholstery/Stair Cleaning Nozzle) NOTE: Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs. To prevent the carpet shampooer/extractor from falling, do not place the unit on stairs. It is suggested that the carpet shampooer/extractor be placed at floor level to clean the lower portion of the stairs and be securely placed at the top of the stairway to clean the upper portion of the
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How to Use the Carpet Shampooer/Extractor for Upholstery and Stair Cleaning (Continued) C. Place the Upholstery Nozzle at the top of the cleaning area. D. Pull up and hold the solution release trigger and pull the nozzle backward at a moderate pace. E. Release the trigger at the end of the stroke. F. Lift nozzle and start again at the top. Apply one to three spraying strokes. Avoid over-soaking the area. NOTE: As the nozzle moves over the surface, the cleaning solution sprays onto the surface.
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VIII. HOW TO MAINTAIN THE CARPET SHAMPOOER/EXTRACTOR The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. Follow these suggestions to avoid unnecessary service calls. Before storing the carpet shampooer/extractor, on a linoleum or vinyl surface put the unit in the floor mode and use clean water (without solution) to flush out all remaining particles in the carpet shampooer/extractor unit. Place clean water in the clean water solution tank. Operate the unit, by pulling u
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HOW TO MAINTAIN NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service cleaning nozzles. C. Cleaning the Carpet Shampooer/Extractor’s Suction Cover 1. Remove the screws from each side of the suction cover. 2. Lift the suction cover off and clean the area of dirt and lint. 3. Replace the suction cover by sliding the tabs on top of the suction cover into the top slots on the hood. Make sure the suction cover gasket is in place on the unit before replacing Tabs cover. 4. Align o
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HOW TO MAINTAIN (only for models that feature a brush roll) E. How to Replace the Carpet Shampooer/ Extractor’s Belt NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to replace the brush roll belt. NOTE: If the tanks contain liquid, remove both tanks before placing the handle on the floor. FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 1. Tip the carpet shampooer/extractor back to place the handle Belt on the floor (See Figure 1). Cap 2. Position yourself in front of the carpet shampooer/extractor’s base a
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PROBLEM SOLVING NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION ✓ Motor will not start. Electric Plug Push plug securely into outlet. Try another outlet. Check circuit breaker. ✓ Power switch is not turned ON Make sure power switch is in ON position. Cleaning solution Clean Water Solution Tank is Be sure Clean Water Solution Tank is locked securely into ✓ and water are not incorrectly installed place. released from the Refill C
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