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T548003
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Carpet Washer
3 x Crosshead Screws
Carpet Cleaning Solution
1. Handle
2. Clean water tank
release button
3. Clean water tank
4. Dirty water tank
release latch
5. Dirty water tank
handle
6. Exhaust filter
7. Dirty water tank
8. Brushbar (hidden)
9. Solution release
trigger
10. Cord safety hook
11. Cord wrap
12. Cord
13. On/Off switch
14. Appliance recline
pedal
Specifications:
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Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with
the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
(including amendment (EU) 2015/863).
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
Technical Data:
Description: Carpet Washer
Model: T548003
Voltage: 220-240V
Wattage: 500W
Frequency: 50-60Hz
Protection Class: IPX4
Clean Water Tank: 2.3Ltr
Dirty Water Tank: 1.5Ltr
Weight: 5.8Kg
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DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information about the
recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landfill.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for recycling,
once it has reached the end of its life.
Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, please proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and must
be connected to the terminal marked [N] or
coloured black.
The wire coloured brown is the live wire and
must be connected to the terminal marked [L]
or coloured red.
On no account must either the brown or the
blue wire be connected to the [EARTH] terminal
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Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be fitted with a fuse of the same
rating already fitted and conforming to BS 1362
and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug.
If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead and
should the fuse need replacing, you must use
an ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362 of
the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect
it from the mains – and then cut it off of the
mains lead and immediately dispose of it in a
safe manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug or
insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger
of an electric shock.
Fuse
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
WARNING:
This appliance is double insulated.
Do not connect any wire to the earth
terminal.
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Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
Important Safety Information:
• DO NOT let the cord
hang over the edge of a
table or counter or let it
come into contact with
any hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use any
extension cord with this
appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug
out by the cord as this
may damage the plug
and/or the cable.
• Turn off all controls
before unplugging.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove
the plug from the
socket before fitting
or removing tools/
attachments, when
not in use or before
cleaning.
• WARNING: Always
switch off and unplug
your machine from the
electrical outlet before
filling the clean water
tank, emptying the
dirty water tank, before
assembling, opening,
before connecting/
disconnecting
the attachments,
or carrying out
maintenance or
troubleshooting checks.
• DO NOT leave the
carpet washer
unattended when
plugged in.
• DO NOT handle the
plug or carpet washer
with wet hands.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Children should not
play with the appliance.
• This appliance can
be used by children
aged from 8 years and
above and persons
with reduced physical,
sensory or mental
capabilities or lack
of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision
or instruction
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concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way
and understand the
hazards involved.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should
not be undertaken
by children without
supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near
pets.
• Not suitable for carpets
with long fibres as the
bristles will damage the
fibres.
• Keep the vacuum
cleaner moving over
the carpet surface
at all times to avoid
damaging the carpet
fibres.
• DO NOT use this
product for anything
other than its intended
use.
• DO NOT immerse
cords, plugs or any
part of the appliance
in water or any other
liquid.
• This appliance is for
household use only and
NOT for commercial or
industrial use.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors.
• Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all
body parts away from
openings or moving
parts.
• DO NOT put any
objects into openings
or operate with
openings blocked, keep
them free of anything
that may reduce airflow.
• DO NOT use to pick
up flammable or
combustible liquids
such as petrol or use in
an area where they may
be present.
• DO NOT use the
appliance without the
solution tank and dirty
water tank in place..
• DO NOT use the carpet
washer on any glowing,
burning or smoking
particles.
• Use extra care when
cleaning on stairs.
• Use only
manufacturer’s
recommended
accessories.
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• DO NOT pull cord, use
cord as a handle, close
a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp
edges or corners.
• DO NOT run carpet
washer over the cord.
Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
• To prevent dirty water
from running into the
motor, keep the unit on
the floor, DO NOT hold
the appliance upside-
down or lay on its side.
Use the appliance in
a normal cleaning
position.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance while the
motor is running.
• The motor is equipped
with a thermal cut-
out. If for any reason,
the carpet washer
should over-heat,
the thermostat will
automatically turn
the unit off. Should
this occur, unplug the
appliance from the
electrical outlet and
turn off the switch.
Remove the dirt
container and empty.
Clean the filters. Allow
the appliance to cool
for approximately one
(1) hour. To re-start, plug
into an electrical outlet
and switch back on.
• In the unlikely event
the appliance develops
a fault, stop using
it immediately and
seek advice from the
Customer Support
Team:
+44 (0) 333 220 6066
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Before First Use:
1. Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain this
information for future reference.
2. Remove the product from the box.
3. Remove any packaging from the product.
4. Please retain all packaging until you have checked and counted all the parts and the contents
against the parts list and checked for any visible damage to the appliance or cord.
5. Assemble the unit, as instructed below.
6. Prepare the carpet. To do this, remove as much furniture from the room as possible.
Alternatively, place plastic or foil under and around the legs until the carpet has dried
completely.
7. Vacuum the carpet thoroughly. Use a vacuum cleaner with a rotating brushbar for best results.
8. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the carpet washer as a dry vacuum.
9. Test a small area of the carpet for colour fastness. To do this, dampen a white cloth with the
included carpet cleaning solution, rub it gently over a small, hidden test area and check for any
colour bleeding. Check each colour for colour bleeding. If the cloth remains clean and there is
no colour bleeding, the carpet should be safe to clean.
10. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
USING YOUR APPLIANCE:
Components
Assembly
Base Unit
Line up the mid-section
with the base unit and
slot into place.
Insert the handle into the mid-
section, ensuring that the solution
trigger is at the back of the
appliance and the screw hole in the
handle is lined up with the screw
hole in the mid-section.
Insert and tighten the screws.
Be careful not to overtighten
the screws, as this could cause
damage to the unit.
Mid-Section Handle Screws Clean Water
Tank
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Preparing the Appliance:
Twist the cord holder until it is
facing upwards.
Remove the clean water tank: Hold the handle
of the clean water tank and press the “Pull to
Release” button. Tilt the clean water tank away
from the carpet washer until it detaches.
Top up the clean water tank with warm tap water
(max 40°C). Once filled, replace and tighten the
measuring cap, ensuring it is secure.
Place the bottom
of the clean water
tank into the
carpet washer and
push back until it
locks into place.
Unscrew the measuring cap from the reverse
side of the clean water tank. Fill the cap with
cleaning solution and pour into the clean water
tank. Be careful to observe the instructions and
measurements detailed on the bottle when
pouring the cleaning solution into the tank.
NOTE: Add 100ml of the carpet cleaning solution to
900ml of water to achieve antibacterial or antiviral
effectiveness.
Insert the clean water tank.
NOTE: The included carpet
cleaning solution can be
purchased (1 litre bottle
code T146002) or replaced
with any low-foaming
carpet cleaning solutions
available in the market.
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Using the Appliance:
1. When the water tank has been filled, plug the cord into an electrical socket and turn the
socket on.
2. Turn on the appliance by using the on/off switch located on its side.
IMPORTANT: Never leave the appliance unattended with power on. Turn off and unplug when
emptying and filling tanks. Do not saturate the carpet.
3. Put the machine into the cleaning position by stepping onto
the recline pedal.
4. For the best results, press the solution spray trigger and push
the carpet washer in a forward motion.
5. Release the trigger and pull the unit backwards in the same
path to agitate and remove dirty water and solution from the
carpet. For more heavily soiled areas, repeat as necessary.
IMPORTANT: For best cleaning results use a steady, moderate, forward and backward motion.
Always work from back to front across the room to avoid stepping on wet carpet and lowering the
pile.
6. When the dirty water tank is
full, lift the dirty water tank
latch and remove the dirty
water tank from the base unit
using the tank handle.
7. Twist the dirty water tank
outlet cap and remove. Empty
the dirty water tank and rinse
out. Replace the cap and then
put the dirty water tank back into the unit.
Tips for Carpet Cleaning:
1. Do not saturate carpet with cleaning solution while using the carpet washer.
2. For heavily soiled areas, additional applications may be necessary.
3. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet thoroughly.
4. Open a window or use a fan or dehumidifier to help a freshly cleaned carpet dry out faster and
prevent the growth of mould or mildew.
5. Wipe cleaning solution from woodwork and wood to prevent any damage to these surfaces.
6. If the carpet is not dry and the furniture must be placed back in the room, use plastic or foil
under the furniture to prevent staining the carpet.
7. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely dry. If it is necessary to walk on the carpet, place
white towels on the areas to be walked on.
8. After carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum the carpet using a vacuum cleaner with a rotating
brushbar.
9. Before cleaning, determine where to start and end, making sure not to walk over previously
cleaned areas.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any chemicals when cleaning.
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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR THE INCLUDED CARPET CLEANING SOLUTION:
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Causes serious eye irritation.
• Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
• Avoid release to the environment.
• IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice.
• Dispose of container in accordance with national regulations.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Solution
The carpet washer will
not work
Ensure the carpet cleaner is plugged into a mains socket and that the
socket switch is turned to the ON position.
If the unit will still not run, contact a qualified service person or our
Customer Support team.
The suction power is
weak while cleaning
The water tank may be full, or the filters may require cleaning. Empty
the water tank and clean the filters, as detailed in the ‘Cleaning and
Care’ section of this instruction manual.
Ensure the water tank is correctly installed and secured into place within
the main body of the unit.
The unit will not
dispense cleaning
solution when the
trigger is pressed
Ensure the water tank is full. If necessary, fill the water tank as detailed in
the ‘Preparing the Appliance’ section of this instruction manual.
Ensure the water tank is correctly installed and secured into place within
the main body of the unit.
The motor is making
an unusual sound
The water tank is full. Empty the water tank as detailed in the ‘Cleaning
and Care’ section of this instruction manual.
Cleaning & Care
NOTE: Ensure the carpet cleaner is turned off and unplugged from the mains before carrying out
any cleaning or maintenance.
Cleaning the Water Tank:
Once carpet cleaning is fully complete, remove the dirty water tank as described above in the Using
Your Appliance section and thoroughly clean and rinse with warm (max 40ºC) tap water. Allow to
dry completely before replacing in to the unit.
Cleaning the Filters:
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters
maintains cleaning performance.
It is recommended that your filters
should be checked and cleaned
periodically. Make sure they are
completely dry before inserting
back into the machine.
1. Remove the filter.
2. Rinse the filter with warm water (max.40°C).
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CAUTION! DO NOT allow water to enter any part of the unit other than the water tank, as this could
cause damage to the internal components.
NOTE: DO NOT attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.
Storing the Appliance:
DO NOT store the appliance with solution in the clean water tank or dirty water in the dirty water
tank. Mineral deposits and mildew can form with will affect the performance of the carpet washer.
Ensure the appliance is unplugged and completely dry before storing.
Store the appliance in a cool, dry place, preferably in its original packaging and out of reach of
children.
SPARE PARTS
available to order via website/customer service should you require replacements)
Part No Description Image
T146002 1 Litre Solution
0920.V1
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We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to
the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this
instruction guide.
It must be used only for domestic purposes.
It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
Tower has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only extended to the maximum available for each particular
product upon registration of the product within 28 days of purchase. If you do not register the
product with us within the 28 day period, your product is guaranteed for 1 year only.
To validate your extended warranty, please visit
www.towerhousewares.co.uk and register with us online.
Please note that length of extended warranty offered is dependent on product type and that each
qualifying product needs to be registered individually in order to extend its warranty past the
standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase or receipt.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from
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Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts,
please call our Customer Support Team on:
+44 (0) 333 220 6066
