PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
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No power Bad batteries Replace batteries
Batteries need to be charged Charge batteries
Loose battery cable Tighten loose cable(s)
Batteries not connected properly Follow battery installation instructions
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Brush motor does not run Bad brush switch Contact Distributor
Brush circuit breaker has tripped Check brush motor for obstructions & reset breaker
Rectifier has burned out Contact Distributor
Bad wiring Contact Distributor
Bad brush motor Contact Distributor
Carbon brushes worn out Contact Distributor
Bad solenoid Contact Distributor
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Vacuum motor does not run Bad vacuum switch Contact Distributor
Bad wiring Contact Distributor
Bad vacuum motor Contact Distributor
Carbon brushes worn out Contact Viper Distributor
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Short run time Batteries need to be charged Charge batteries (see Battery Charging)
Batteries need maintenance See Battery Maintenance in owners manual
Bad cell in battery(s) Replace batteries
Bad charger Replace charger
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Little or no solution flow Bad solution switch Contact Distributor
Clogged solution solenoid Contact Distributor
Clogged solution filter Remove filter and clean
Solution line obstructed Remove solution line and clean
Solution flow adjustment knob in need of Increase flow by twisting solution adjustment knob
adjustment to the right. Decrease flow by twisting solution
adjustment knob to the left.
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Poor water pick up Squeegee clogged Clean debris off squeegee with damp towel
Squeegee blades worn Install new squeegee blades
Squeegee not mounted correctly Confirm that the squeegee assembly is securely
fastened to the machine and not loose fitting.
Vacuum hoses have a hole or are loose Check hose connections and make sure they are
firm. Replace hose if damaged.
Vacuum hose may be clogged Check hose for debris and remove any clog.
Drain hose stopper is loose Tighten drain plug.
Batteries need to be charged Charge batteries
Vacuum motor is loose Tighten vac motor mounting screws. Do not
overtighten or damage will occur.
Recovery tank lid is loose Confirm the clear recovery tank lid is securely in
place.
Recovery tank inlet hole is clogged Drain recovery tank and tilt tank on side. Check the
inlet hole for debris and remoe debris.
Recovery tank is full Drain recovery tank.
Float shut off is clogged Remove float shut off from inside recovery tank and
remove any debris.