Question: Hello Donald,
I know it's been awhile, but for many reasons I was not able to do much more testing on the extractor until this past week. I finally found some answers during my testing. Bascially my Clean Storm 6-2300-H with customized auto-fill capability and Dri-Master Upholstery Tool were giving me problems (leaking water inside the unit where the motors are located, and the Dri-master tool was not functioning correctly).
In my last email I mentioned I re-tested the unit and to my surprise no water leaked that time, but the Dri-master tool was still not functioning correctly. I did a thorough inspection inside the unit and noticed one of the rubber hoses would/could get kinked when the topassy was closed and locked down...I thought this might be a reason for the water flow problem and possibly caused too much pressure, and in turn, the water somehow would leak into the motor compartment. So, I straightened out the hose and carefully watched it as I closed and locked down the top section onto the lower section. Checked it a couple of times. Then ran the unit with everything, including the Dri-master tool connected, and the unit closed, then I opened the unit while it was running to check and make sure there were no leaks.
No leaks were discovered, however, the Dri-master tool was still not functioning correctly (no water flow, just water bubbling out of the tool...so I checked the PSI hose to make sure water was flowing and there was no blockage, then I diassembled the hose cuff near the Dri-master tool, where the psi hose is located internal to the Dri-master vacuum hose, and then I saw the problem, somehow the brass connections were not connected, and this is what caused the tool to not function. It probably happened when I installed the special Dri-master Handle, but I don't really recall exactly. Bottom line is the Dri-master tool now functions properly. Of course, having a complete sealed connection brought the PSI back up to the expected 300 psi, even with the the Heat on...very pleased with this.
I did some follow-up testing today, before I'm ready to start using at customer locations, and all seemed to work great, that is until the units holding tank filled up with water and the tone of the motors/unit changed to let me know something needed to be done...I realized right away that the water tank must be full, but by the time (seconds literally) I got to the machine to turn it off and start my bucket brigade it had already started to blow some water out the units side vents. I shut it down, emptied the water recovery tank and then started cleaning again. When I was done there was a small, maybe about 3 cups of water under the extractor, that had leaked through the drain holes in the bottom.
Questions;
1) any idea why the unit would leak water into the motor area once the recovery tank gets full ?
(as I cleaning more, I just made sure to not let the tank get full)
2) is there any way to add auto-dump to my system ? The current process is not horrible, but it definitely impacts productivity having to stop and empty the holding tank, and the issue with leaking water into the holding tank is very concerning....thankfully, I placed my non-leaking tarp under the extractor before starting my work, and I will always have to do this so I don't accidentally ruin a customers flooring. I know I'm not telling you anything you don't already know, but your words of wisdom and experience would be greatly appreciated.
I'm very pleased to finally have a functional unit.
thanks in advance for any advice you might have.
Barry
Answer: #1 the vacuum motors are not designed to have soap/water/dirt flow though the motors. This is a very quick way to ruin the vacuum motors. Even if it does not ruin them right away you can wash the grease out of the bearing that is inside the vacuum motor and cause vacuum motor failure down the road. Please empty the waste tank regularly.
#2 we do sell drip pans
Clean Storm SBMTray Clean Storm Portable Extractor & Dehumidifier Drip Tray $39.99
We can add auto dump to your machine as well as sell you the parts for you to self install one.
Visit
Aquatec 5503-2E6E-B586 Aquatec: Pump Out Pump 3.5 GPM 60 PSI, 115 Volt Auto Dump Out 5503-2E6E-B586 $179.52
You have to install a bulk head fitting in the bottom of the waste tank filter
Shazaam C-BHF-1/2F-P Shazaam: 1/2" Bulkhead fitting $15.60
Shazaam SBM3/4-60Mesh Shazaam: Carpet Cleaning Auto Pump Out Filter 3/4" Fip Connection 5-3/4" H X 3" W $39.99
You will have to use a hose mount lint filter too
Naturally you would need lots of other hose, fitting, clamps, etc to make this work.
Clean Storm J032-1 Truck Mount Toggle Switch DPST (Double Pole Single Throw) $15.15
I know it's been awhile, but for many reasons I was not able to do much more testing on the extractor until this past week. I finally found some answers during my testing. Bascially my Clean Storm 6-2300-H with customized auto-fill capability and Dri-Master Upholstery Tool were giving me problems (leaking water inside the unit where the motors are located, and the Dri-master tool was not functioning correctly).
In my last email I mentioned I re-tested the unit and to my surprise no water leaked that time, but the Dri-master tool was still not functioning correctly. I did a thorough inspection inside the unit and noticed one of the rubber hoses would/could get kinked when the topassy was closed and locked down...I thought this might be a reason for the water flow problem and possibly caused too much pressure, and in turn, the water somehow would leak into the motor compartment. So, I straightened out the hose and carefully watched it as I closed and locked down the top section onto the lower section. Checked it a couple of times. Then ran the unit with everything, including the Dri-master tool connected, and the unit closed, then I opened the unit while it was running to check and make sure there were no leaks.
No leaks were discovered, however, the Dri-master tool was still not functioning correctly (no water flow, just water bubbling out of the tool...so I checked the PSI hose to make sure water was flowing and there was no blockage, then I diassembled the hose cuff near the Dri-master tool, where the psi hose is located internal to the Dri-master vacuum hose, and then I saw the problem, somehow the brass connections were not connected, and this is what caused the tool to not function. It probably happened when I installed the special Dri-master Handle, but I don't really recall exactly. Bottom line is the Dri-master tool now functions properly. Of course, having a complete sealed connection brought the PSI back up to the expected 300 psi, even with the the Heat on...very pleased with this.
I did some follow-up testing today, before I'm ready to start using at customer locations, and all seemed to work great, that is until the units holding tank filled up with water and the tone of the motors/unit changed to let me know something needed to be done...I realized right away that the water tank must be full, but by the time (seconds literally) I got to the machine to turn it off and start my bucket brigade it had already started to blow some water out the units side vents. I shut it down, emptied the water recovery tank and then started cleaning again. When I was done there was a small, maybe about 3 cups of water under the extractor, that had leaked through the drain holes in the bottom.
Questions;
1) any idea why the unit would leak water into the motor area once the recovery tank gets full ?
(as I cleaning more, I just made sure to not let the tank get full)
2) is there any way to add auto-dump to my system ? The current process is not horrible, but it definitely impacts productivity having to stop and empty the holding tank, and the issue with leaking water into the holding tank is very concerning....thankfully, I placed my non-leaking tarp under the extractor before starting my work, and I will always have to do this so I don't accidentally ruin a customers flooring. I know I'm not telling you anything you don't already know, but your words of wisdom and experience would be greatly appreciated.
I'm very pleased to finally have a functional unit.
thanks in advance for any advice you might have.
Barry
Answer: #1 the vacuum motors are not designed to have soap/water/dirt flow though the motors. This is a very quick way to ruin the vacuum motors. Even if it does not ruin them right away you can wash the grease out of the bearing that is inside the vacuum motor and cause vacuum motor failure down the road. Please empty the waste tank regularly.
#2 we do sell drip pans
Clean Storm SBMTray Clean Storm Portable Extractor & Dehumidifier Drip Tray $39.99
We can add auto dump to your machine as well as sell you the parts for you to self install one.
Visit
Aquatec 5503-2E6E-B586 Aquatec: Pump Out Pump 3.5 GPM 60 PSI, 115 Volt Auto Dump Out 5503-2E6E-B586 $179.52
You have to install a bulk head fitting in the bottom of the waste tank filter
Shazaam C-BHF-1/2F-P Shazaam: 1/2" Bulkhead fitting $15.60
Shazaam SBM3/4-60Mesh Shazaam: Carpet Cleaning Auto Pump Out Filter 3/4" Fip Connection 5-3/4" H X 3" W $39.99
You will have to use a hose mount lint filter too
Naturally you would need lots of other hose, fitting, clamps, etc to make this work.
Clean Storm J032-1 Truck Mount Toggle Switch DPST (Double Pole Single Throw) $15.15
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