Rainbow E series Canister Wet/Dry Vacuum\015 I just bought this Rainbow SEPE second hand, but without instructions. I don’t even know whwer to begin with the Aquamate.\015

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Can the Rainbow vacuum up water? The simple answer is: absolutely yes! In fact, not only can you pick up liquids with the Rainbow Cleaning System, you should.

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My kids were in charge of the Rainbow, but they moved out. My husband surprised me by cleaning a dirty rug. Neither of us know how to use the Rainbow, but I at least know that you’re supposed to use water. Will it damage my Rainbow that he did not use any water when he vacuumed?
ANSWER : Your Rainbow might have been damaged. It would be advisable to take the machine to a shop and have them do a cleaning on it. The water is the filter, and there is a separator between the water and the motor. The separator only prevents the water from entering the motor. The dirt that goes in the water is no longer airbourne, so it cannot enter. Without water, the dirt is still airbourne and some of it could have entered. I am sure that most of what was picked up landed in the basin. Is the separator(the little nut on the bottom of cleaner holds this in) full of fluff? Take off the separator nut(there should be a wrench/toothbrush tucked in under the cleaner that is used to remove separator and clean it.) Is there fluff visible up in the machine? If so, definitely take it to a shop. The separator must be cleaned after every use. Never store water in the basin. Those are the 2 main rules for care and use of your Rainbow. Well, good luck with your Rainbow. They are truly great vacuums. Let me know if this helped you. Thanks Rene(the VAcuum Doctor)

Rainbow SEPE Aquamate – I don’t know how to use it. Help.
ANSWER : The hose connects to your faucet the jug on the other end , fill with soap
.connect the wandsand floormate then the rest should be obvious

This was my grandmothers machine and when she passed there was no owners manual so I am not sure how to use the settings on it or oil it properly. I so want to use it cause it was hers but don’t want to mess up the machine. She never even got a chance to use it before she passed away. I just have no owners manual. I know how to use sewing machines but this one is older and I don’t want to mess it up.
this was passed down to me. and a manual would help in so many ways. even if it was sent in a
ANSWER : May I get the manke and model # so I can help you more

No manual Hi there my bissell will not **** up the water its been some time ago that I used it and it has not been used more than 2or 3 times can any one help me with this. I have also miss placed my manual and instruction this does not help me either .So if any one can help Id be a happy woman with clean floors thanx Vickie
ANSWER : Link to the manual download – http://www.bissell.com/Product_Search.aspx?Criteria=1699
.CHeck to see if the front of the unit is clogged with hair (espically if you have a dog or cat) also check on the fill tank if the red filter is clogged. An easy test to make sure you unit is working is to turn it on with out the fill tank in it. CHeck for suction on the right side (if you are standing behind the unit) IF not you either have blockage somewhere or the pump is not working.

HI THERE!!! I’ve noticed that you have been helping me with answering questions about Kirby vacuums with my links to my guides for quite a while now. I’d like to thank you for this, but I’d like to request that you use the direct links to my guides instead of copying from them and pasting it into the answer box. If you use the links, it will help me A LOT and I would GREATLY appreciate it. Thank you again for all of your help!!!! Marci (b0sslady2001)
ANSWER : Http://www.geeksquad.fixya.com/ThreadView.aspx?prdid=11557&thid=534650
.HI THERE!!!
.Posted by b0sslady2001 on Apr 21, 2008
.I’ve noticed that you have been helping me with answering questions about Kirby vacuums with my links to my guides for quite a while now. I’d like to thank you for this, but I’d like to request that you use the direct links to my guides instead of copying from them and pasting it into the answer box. If you use the links, it will help me A LOT and I would GREATLY appreciate it. Thank you again for all of your help!!!!
Marci (b0sslady2001)

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.Hello,
.I would advise you to ALWAYS to FIRST UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM before beginning any service procedure.
.Kirby Ultimate G Bagged Upright Vacuum
.Listed below are the links you need for the contacting the Kirby factory or manufacturer.
.Also, feel free to contact your local vac dealer is you have further questions. So if you need further assistance, please feel free to contact your local vacuum cleaner dealer in your area or in the yellow pages, or contact the factory phone number or website to further assist you with your questions.
.For a owner manual contact the Kirby Factory Dealer.
.http://kirby.com Contact Us by Phone
.United States and Canada 1-800-494-8586
.Between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST
.Monday thru Friday
.Don – The Vac Man
.Go Ahead. Use Us.

Need instructions how to use Hoover Steam Vac Spin Scrub. I borrowed it from my Sister and she left it with no instruction book or letting me know how to operate it. I put water & cleaner in top tank. That’s all I know to do. Do I put any water in bottom tank? I figured not, since that is probably where the water goes when sucked up by vac. Do I leave lid on bottom tank? I usually use a commercial cleaner, and this is very different. I need to know NOW, as I must return it to her today, and I’m
ANSWER : I did have a solution in just a few minutes. Someone responded with a solution that gave me the website where I could go and print the manual in pdf, so did that, and checking instructions I was able to clean my carpets and get the shampooer back to my sister later the same day. I really appreciated your site and help I got for my problem. I found it on google. Thanks again!
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We have a Bissell Proheat Cleanshot 2X Model 9500 Steam carpet cleaner. The first time we used it things were great. The second time we used it it left tracks in the carpet. We have no idea what caused this. We tried using the machine on an entirely different carpet and it did the same thing. After vacuuming the carpet about 10 or 12 times, the tracks are still embedded in the carpet – HELP!!!! We’re read and reread the manual and contacted customer service and received no help.
ANSWER : First things first. It’s only the second time you have used the machine, so it must be fairly new. If you have a receipt and the unit is less than a year old you should take it to an authorized Bissell repair center and have the machine inspected under warranty.
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.Otherwise, The jets on this unit clog easily, there are two of them and you can locate them under the recovery tank towards the front of the machine, and blow them out with an air compressor. To prevent the jets from clogging in the future make sure to flush all shampoo out of the machine with clean water when done using it. That is most likely your problem.
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.If it is leaving black streaks on your carpet it could be coming from a burnt belt or melted brushroller part, in which case inspect the belts and brushrollers and replace the damaged pieces.
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.I hope this helped
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.Good Luck

NO MANUEL NEED TO KNOW WHAT TYPE OF CLEANER TO USE AND HOW TO USE
ANSWER : Use Hoover solution. The measurement are on your lid..Hoover.com