How to use a rented carpet cleaner?
Fill the clean tank with hot tap water and solution, do a slow wet pass with the trigger held, then a dry pass without it, and empty the dirty tank often.
You need
- Carpet cleaner
- Hot tap water
- Cleaning solution
- Towels
Steps
Fill the clean tank with hot tap water to the line.
Add solution, then press the tanks tight together.
Plug in and switch the machine on.
Hold the trigger. Push forward and pull back slowly.
Let go of the trigger. Do a slow dry pass.
Empty the dirty tank when it is full.
Don't
- Use boiling water
- Soak the carpet
- Walk on it wet in shoes
FAQ
How many passes should I do?
Usually one or two wet passes, then dry passes until little water comes up. Extra dry passes help the carpet dry faster.
Why is it not picking up water anymore?
Check the grey slot above the brush every two rooms. Dig out rolled up fibre with a flat tool.
How long until the carpet is dry?
Often several hours. Open windows and run a fan to speed it up. Stay off it until it feels dry.
Do I need to move furniture?
Move what you can and vacuum first. Put foil or plastic under legs you cannot move so they do not stain wet carpet.
What do I do when I finish?
Empty and rinse both tanks, and pull any hair off the brushes.