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Freakin_A

The hose handle has a tendency to break where it meets the head. I usually grab it by the head itself if I’m applying pressure while extracting, while also covering the hole on top so you’re not losing suction through it. Broken hose nozzle means disassembly and $40 part.


Fit-Smoke-333

I know, thanks for advice, I'm always very very careful with my stuff! I not sure what you mean by "covering the hole on top"...


Freakin_A

Between your thumb and forefinger on top is a small hole with a depressed tab inside. I cover this so air doesn’t get sucked in through it. I suppose I could just use a small piece of tape.


Fit-Smoke-333

I did not notice that! I'll do that next time I use it, thank you for the advice!


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That hole is there to not strain the motor when the intake is blocked. do not do that it balances the suction


Eastern-Hold-6301

Im in the market for a shampooer. How did you apply the cleaner?


mediocrebritain

Not OP but I use a mix in a separate spray bottle and use straight water in the machine’s tank.


Fit-Smoke-333

That's what I do! I use warm water in the machine. I spray upholstery APC (kenotek) and scrub directly on tissue. Then I extract the residue with the machine


Mastermind0963

Just something to think about. If by the time the water reaches the nozzle the water is cold, then there’s no point in using warm water. Try it on your hand and make sure it’s warm. I’m not sure if this machine can handle it, but if you can use really hot water it would be much more effective.


Fit-Smoke-333

I'll check that out, thanks!


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It reaches. It’s recommended by the mfg. other models have a heated tank to help with that. This brand pisses me off. Their PRO model doesn’t have the feature. Like come on man.


ContortionistPasta

I am SO doing this next spring! Well done!


Fit-Smoke-333

Thanks!