THOMAS 788-L AQUA FleckWasher Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: THOMAS

Table of Contents

THOMAS 788-L AQUA FleckWasher
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Parts identification
Safety points
For the sake of the environment
Assembly of castor wheels
Spot Cleaning
Siphon cleaning
Cleaning and care
If unexpected difficulties arise
Guarantee
After Sales Service
References
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THOMAS 788-L AQUA FleckWasher

Product Information

Specifications

Model: Fleckwasher
Voltage: 220-240 V
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Dimensions: 350x350x495 mm
Weight: 6.9 kg
Capacity: 3.5 l

Product Usage Instructions

Before Operating the Appliance
Please read through all of the information below carefully. The information provides important points for the safe use and maintenance of the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place and provide them to the next owner.

Parts Identification
Refer to the provided illustrations for identifying the different parts of the appliance.

Safety Points
For the safe use of the appliance, consider the following safety points:

The appliance should only be operated by individuals with the necessary physical, sensory, and mental capabilities or experience and knowledge, or under supervision or instruction.
Children should not play with the appliance and should not perform cleaning and user maintenance without supervision.

For Sake of the Environment
Do not throw away packaging material and worn-out appliances. Dispose of them properly in an appropriate recycling bin.

Assembly of Castor Wheels
To assemble the castor wheels:

Undo the snap-on fasteners and lift the motor block.
Push the castor wheels and the pegs into the base of the collecting bin until they snap into place.

Spot Cleaning
To ensure effective spot cleaning:

Keep the float valve clean and accessible at all times. It automatically interrupts vacuuming when the collecting bin is full.
Ensure there is always liquid in the fresh water container when the spraying function is switched on to avoid possible damage to the pump.
Open the snap-on fasteners and lift the motor block.
Take the suction hose for cleaning concentrate out of its holder on the motor block.
Place the motor block onto the collecting bin, ensuring that the suction hose is immersed all the way to the bottom of the cleaning fluid tank and is not bent.

Customer Service
If unexpected difficulties arise during the use of the appliance, please contact our customer service for assistance.

Technical Data
The technical specifications of the Fleckwasher are as follows:

Model: Aqua Fleckwasher 788/L
Voltage: 220-240 V
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Cord length: Approximately 10 m
Dimensions: 350x350x495 mm
Weight: Approximately 6.9 kg
Capacity: 3.5 l

Guarantee
The Fleckwasher comes with a guarantee. Please refer to the guarantee terms and conditions for more information.

FAQs

Q: How should I dispose of packaging material and worn-out appliances?
A: Please dispose of packaging material and worn-out appliances in an appropriate recycling bin.
Q: Can children use the appliance?
A: Children should not play with the appliance and should not perform cleaning and user maintenance without supervision.
Q: What should I do if unexpected difficulties arise during the use of the appliance?
A: Please contact our customer service for assistance if you encounter any unexpected difficulties.

Please read through all of the information below carefully. The information provides important points for the safe use and maintenance of the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place and provide them to the next owner.

Parts identification

Collecting bin
Motor block
Snap fastener
Cover wheels
Quick-action coupling
Main On/Off switch
On/Off pump switch (illuminated)
Suction port
Carrying handle
Main plug and power cord
Suction control-air slide
Spray tube, transparent
Suction hose
Retaining clips
Stop valve/Spray lever
Spray hose
Spray nozzle
Cleaning fluid tank
THOMAS ProTex cleaning concentrate
Suction hose for cleaning fluid
Float valve
Siphon nozzle

Safety points

THOMAS FLECKWASHER is intended for household use.
The appliance must not be put into operation if:
- the mains cable is damaged
- the appliance shows clear signs of damage
- the appliance has fallen or been dropped.
The voltage data on the appliance’s rating plate must conform to the power supply. The nameplate is located at the backside of the motor block of the appliance.
Only connect the appliance to a power socket with a 16A automatic circuit breaker.
Do not allow nozzles and tubes (when the appliance is switched on) to come within the proximity of the head – danger for eyes and ears, for example.
Do not vacuum noxious substances or corrosive or solvent liquids.
Never operate the appliance in rooms where inflammable materials are stored or where gases have formed.
Store the appliance and its attachments in a dry, clean and enclosed space.
Materials such as petrol, paint thinner and heating oil can form explosive gases or mixtures by being subjected to centrifugal air from the appliance.
Never vacuum hot ash or glowing objects.
Check before every use to be sure that you have correctly fitted the filters required for the specific application.
Do not vacuum toner dust! Toners such as those used in printers and copiers, can be electric conductors! Furthermore, it is possible that the appliance’s filter system will not completely filter out toner dust, and in this way it can enter the air supply of the room.
Extreme care is required when vacuuming stair carpets with your appliance. Ensure that the vacuum cleaner stands firmly on the step and take care that the flexible hose is not stretched beyond its actual length. When using the vacuum cleaner on stairs, always ensure that you hold the appliance steady with one hand.
Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst it is switched on.
This appliance can be used by children who are over 8 and by those with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge given that they have been supervised or instructed in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the resulting dangers. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be undertaken by children who are not subject to supervision.
Always pull out the plug
- if the appliance malfunctions during operation
- before cleaning and maintenance
- after use
- when changing the filter.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling at the cable, but only by removing the plug directly from the socket.
Ensure that the main cable is not exposed to either heat or chemical substances, nor that it is pulled across sharp edges or surfaces.
Never repair damage to the appliance, to the accessories or to the cable (special cable required); have repairs done only by an authorized customer service station, because modifications to the appliance can pose a risk to your health. Ensure that only original THOMAS spare parts and accessories are used.
Do not expose the appliance to the elements, humidity or heating sources.
Never aim the cleaning jet at people or animals, at electrical sockets or electrical appliances.
Chemicals such as cleaning fluid concentrates should not be handled by children.
The functionality and complete effectiveness of the appliance can only be warranted if you use original THOMAS cleaning fluids.
Persons with sensitive skin should avoid direct contact with the cleaning fluid.
If cleaning fluid comes into contact with mucous membranes (eyes, mouth, etc.), immediately flush with water.

For the sake of the environment

Do not just throw away packaging material and worn-out appliances!

Appliance packaging:

The packaging carton can be placed in the waste paper collection bin.
The plastic bag made of polyethylene (PE) should be placed in the appropriate disposal bin for recycling.

Appliance disposal at the end of service life:
Appliance disposal per the local regulations. The symbol on the respective product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as household waste. Instead, it should be handed into the collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring the proper disposal of this product, you will help to prevent potential adverse consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this product. For the current disposal options, please ask your dealer or local authorities.

Assembly of castor wheels

A. Undo the snap-on fasteners and lift the motor block.
B. Push the castor wheels and the pegs into the base of the collecting bin until they snap into place.

Spot Cleaning

Make sure that everything you intend to wet-clean or shampoo is suitable for this procedure. Never wet-clean or shampoo fine, hand-woven or non-coloured-fast carpets.
If the carpet has been shampooed before, you may obtain a great deal of foam when you use THOMAS FLECKWASHER for the first time.
If this is the case, switch off the appliance and empty the collecting bin.
Thereafter, to prevent excess foam, put 1⁄2 cup of vinegar into the collecting bin.
Excess foaming will not occur after you have thoroughly cleaned the carpet once with THOMAS cleaning concentrate, because it contains a special anti-foam substance.
K eep the float valve (21, fig. J) clean and accessible at all times. It automatically interrupts vacuuming when the collecting bin is full.
When vacuuming out containers in which the liquid level is higher than the top of the collecting bin and which have a larger volume than the capacity of the collecting bin, liquid can continue to be vacuumed beyond the capacity of the collecting bin if the float valve is closed.
In such cases, vacuum only in partial amounts and intermittently empty the collecting bin.
Lift the tube and flexible hose out of the liquid first and then turn off the appliance afterwards, to prevent an afterflow of liquid.

Ensure that there is always liquid in the fresh water container when the spraying function is switched on, to avoid possible damage to the pump.

A. Open the snap-on fasteners and lift the motor block.
C. Remove the lid of the cleaning fluid tank and fill the tank with THOMAS ProTex cleaning concentrate.
- See the bottle label for dosage instructions.
- Use only lukewarm (max. 30 °C) water.
- Replace the lid and insert the filled cleaning fluid tank into the appliance.
D. Take the suction hose for cleaning concentrate out of its holder on the motor block.
E. Place the motor block onto the collecting bin such that the suction hose (20) is immersed to the bottom of the cleaning fluid tank and is not bent.
F. Connect flexible hose. Remove the hose by turning the hose connecting piece to the side and withdrawing the hose. Close the air slide of the suction power control (11) on the handle.
G. Attach the retaining clips (14) at regular spaces along the suction hose (13). Then clip the spray hose (16) into the recesses in the retaining clips. Latch the spray lever (15) on the handle. To do this, push the plastic ribs on the spray lever into the recess on the handle. Make sure the spray lever is correctly locked (see marking).
H. Snap the spray hose (16) into the quick coupling (5) on the motor block.
I. Fit the spray nozzle (17) for the spot removal on the handle.
- Close the spray tube (12) of the spray nozzle using the quick action coupling on the handle. To do this, hold the free end of the spray tube of the spray nozzle. Place this on the stop valve of the spray lever. Lock it by turning the bayonet catch to the right.
- Connect the mains cable.
J. Switch on the appliance with the On/Off (6) switch. Switch on the enlightened pump switch (7).

Press the spray lever until cleaning fluid comes out, place the spray nozzle flat on the floor covering, and move it in straight lines over it. At the end of each stroke or when you to take a break, release the spray lever to stop the spray jet. Vacuum up the sprayed fluid by again placing the spray nozzle flat on the floor covering and moving it in straight lines over the area you sprayed. When you have vacuumed up the sprayed fluid, begin a new stroke that slightly overlaps the previous one. Carry on stroke by stroke until the entire surface has been treated.

When wet vacuuming, always vacuum by drawing the spray nozzle in straight parallel strokes across the surface towards you.
Before refilling the cleaning fluid tank, always empty the dirty water from the collecting bin.

Siphon cleaning

Always remove the inserted cleaning fluid tank (fig. C), since otherwise, the cleaning fluid tank will become unusable. (Do not forget to unplug the power cord before removing the motor housing (2) from the tank)!
Keep the float valve (21, fig. J) clean and accessible at all times. It automatically interrupts vacuuming when the collecting bin is full.
When vacuuming out containers in which the liquid level is higher than the top of the collecting bin and which have a larger volume than the capacity of the collecting bin, liquid can continue to be vacuumed beyond the capacity of the collecting bin if the float valve is closed.
In such cases, vacuum only in partial amounts and intermittently empty the collecting bin.
Lift the tube and flexible hose out of the liquid first and then turn off the appliance afterward, to prevent an afterflow of liquid.
A. Open the snap fasteners and lift the motor block.
If the cleaning fluid tank (18) is fitted, remove it (fig. C).
E. Place the motor block onto the collecting bin and close the snap fasteners. Connect the power cord.
F. Connect flexible hose. Remove the hose by turning the hose connecting piece to the side and withdrawing the hose.
Close the air slide of the suction power control (11) on the handle.
Connect the siphon nozzle (22) to the handle of the suction hose. Place the siphon nozzle exactly on the siphon to be cleaned.
Be sure to remove any covers on the siphon or siphon plugs before cleaning with the siphon nozzle!
H. Turn on the appliance with the On/Off switch (6). The pump switch (7) must not light up.
After completion of the siphon cleaning, please clean and dry the appliance and the accessories used.

Cleaning and care

To care for the pump and valves properly, fill the cleaning fluid tank (18) with clear water and insert it.
Connect the mains cable. Switch on the On/Off switch (6) as well as the pump switch (7).
Operate the spraying system, e. g. over a sink (disengage the lever of the stop valve (15)).
Before removing the cleaning fluid hose, engage the lever of the cut-off valve (15, figure P) in order to release the remaining pressure in the system, and then press the key on the quick coupling (5).
Remove the power cord!
Afterward, clean and dry the appliance and the accessories you have used.

Never dip the motor block in the water!
Clean the housing cover of the motor block casing with a damp cloth and wipe dry.

Important tips

To avoid soiling the carpet again, you should not walk on shampooed carpets until they have dried.
To achieve quicker drying of shampooed surfaces, it is helpful to remove residual liquid remaining in the carpet by vacuuming it again – without engaging the valve hook.

If unexpected difficulties arise

If your appliance does not operate to your satisfaction, you do not have to contact customer service straight away. Please check first as to whether the fault is due one of the following minor causes:

Gradual reduction in suction power:

Is the collecting bin full?
Is there a blockage in the nozzle, extension tube, or flexible hose?/Stretch the flexible hose while the appliance is switched on – this will loosen the obstruction.)

Water is coming out of the air expulsion openings of the appliance during vacuuming:

Is the float (fig. J) blocked when vacuuming liquid and unable to operate?
Was the original THOMAS cleaning concentrate used for spray extracting?

Sudden reduction in suction power
Has the float stopped the flow of air? This can happen if the appliance is standing at a slant or if the appliance falls over. Turn off the vacuum cleaner – the float will fall back into place – and the appliance will be ready for use again.

The motor does not function:

Is there damage to the main cable, plug, or socket?
Pull out the plug before checking.
Never open the motor yourself!

No cleaning fluid is coming out:

Is the pump switched on? Switch (7) has to light up.
Clean the filter catch on the suction hose for cleaning fluid (20).
Has the suction hose for cleaning fluid been correctly fitted in the cleaning fluid tank?
Is the spray nozzle clogged? If the spray nozzle becomes clogged, lay the nozzle into the water for a while and then blow strongly through it.

Customer service

Ask you dealer for the THOMAS customer service centre in your area. Please also provide the information on the nameplate of your THOMAS FLECKWASHER.
To maintain the safety of the appliance, only have repairs, particularly those on live components, performed by qualified electricians.
In the event of a malfunction, consult your specialist dealer or contact the factory’s customer service directly.

Technical data

AQUA FLECKWASHER

Type designation	788/L
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption	see nameplate
Power cord length (diameter)	approx. 10 m
Appliance dimensions (L×W×H)	350x350x495 mm
Appliance weight, empty	approx. 6,9 kg
Capacity of fresh water tank	3,5 l

Guarantee

Independently of the legal guarantee obligations of the dealer arising from the sales contract, we – Robert Thomas Metall- und Elektrowerke & Co. KG – Hellerstrasse 6, D-57290 Neunkirchen – offer the following guarantee on the appliance according to the conditions below:

The guarantee period is 24 months from the day of delivery to the first end user. This period is limited to 12 months for commercial use or equivalent operational demands. To pursue a claim, proof of purchase must be submitted.
Within the guarantee period, we will rectify all substantial, verifiable functional inadequacies due to faulty design or material defects by either repairing the defective parts or replacing them at our discretion; the exchanged parts then become our property. The guarantee does not extend to easily broken parts such as glass, plastic, or lights. Batteries and rechargeable batteries that are faulty or whose service life has been shortened as a result of normal wear, battery aging, or improper handling, are not covered by the guarantee either. Defects must be reported to us immediately upon detection within the guarantee period. During the guarantee period, the cost of labor and spare parts needed to rectify the malfunctions will not be billed. In the case of unwarranted claims against our customer service center, the costs incurred will be charged to the customer. Repair work at the customer’s location or installation site can only be requested in the case of large appliances. Other appliances must be sent to our nearest customer service center, authorized repair shop, or to the factory.
There is no guarantee obligation in the case of minor deviations from product specifications that do not affect the value or usability of the product caused by chemical or electro-chemical effects, water or damage generally resulting from abnormal ambient conditions. In addition, no guarantee claims are accepted for damage resulting from normal wear and tear, or from nonobservance of the user manual or inappropriate use.
Any claim under guarantee is also void if persons not authorised by us undertake any modifications or repairs to the appliance.
Guarantee services neither extend nor renew the guarantee period for the appliance or any installed replacement parts: the guarantee period for installed replacement parts ends along with the guarantee period for the entire appliance.
Additional or other claims, particularly those for compensation for damage caused outside of the appliance – providing there is no legally stipulated liability for this – are excluded.

We also offer you our customer service beyond the expiry of your guarantee period. Please consult your dealer or contact our customer service department directly.

After Sales Service

After Sales Service Addresses

Deutschland und Schweiz:

Robert Thomas Metall- und Elektrowerke GmbH & Co. KG Freier-Grund-Stroße 125 • 57299 Burbach
Telefon
- +49 (0) 2735 – 788 – 581
- +49 (0) 2735 – 788 – 583
Telefax +49 (0) 2735 – 788 – 599
E-mail: [email protected].
www.robert-thomas.de.

United Kingdom:

Atlas Refurb & Repair Ltd. 889 Etruria Woy Bilston West Midlands WVU
Phone 01902 290 362
E-Moil: [email protected].

Polska:

APRA Serwis Sp. z 0.0. 01. lukowsko 2B 10k 17 (od Ulicy Witolifiskiei) 04-113 WARSZAWA
Czynne: poniedziolek – piqtek, 9-17
- +48 22 644 56 78
- +48 22 886 56 00
Kom. +48 604 133 055
E-mail:
www.serwisthomos.pl
www.oproserwis.pl.

www.robert-thomas.net

Robert Thomas

Metall- und Elektrowerke GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 1820, 57279 Neunkirchen Hellerstraße 6, 57290 Neunkirchen
Telefon +49 (0) 2735 – 788 – 0
Telefax +49 (0) 2735 – 788 – 519
E-mail: [email protected].
www.robert-thomos.de