Mytee 8070 Lite Heated Carpet Extractor User Manual

8070 Lite Heated Carpet Extractor
User Manual

13655 Stowe Dr. Poway, CA 92064
P: 858-679-1191
F: 858-726-6005
www.mytee.com

Introduction

Dear Customer:
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Mytee Lite™ Carpet & Upholstery Spotter.
As technology continues to develop you can work confidently knowing that both Mytee and its employees are equally dedicated to developing with the industry and its advances.
Like any other piece of machinery or technology, the Mytee Lite™ also requires the proper maintenance and care to keep the product working over extended use. Neglecting  your machine, abusing it or not operating it properly can void its warranty and prevent the machine from performing to the quality and standard you’d expect out of the Mytee
line.
If you have any warranty concerns or questions, please review this manual thoroughly or do not hesitate to contact your distributor. If there are questions regarding maintenance, replacement, or ordering parts please contact an authorized Mytee Service Center. Visit www.mytee.com/support/find-distributors to find your nearest Service
Center.
Before using your Mytee product, please read this manual thoroughly.
Sincerely,
Mytee Customer Care Dept.

Important Safety Information

Grounding Instructions

This machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical shock. This machine is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not remove the ground pin; if missing, replace plug before use.

Improper installation of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Be sure to check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the plug will not fit in the outlet do not modify either the plug or the machine’s cord, instead have a proper outlet installed by a qualified technician.

This machine is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and with a grounding plug similar to the one in Figure 1 below.
If a proper outlet is not available, follow the illustrations in Figures 2 & 3 to install a temporary-grounding plug. This temporary workaround should be used only until a proper outlet (Figure 1) can be installed by a qualified electrician.
When and if this type of adapter is employed, screw the adapter’s extended tab into place with a metal screw.
However, grounding adapters are not approved for use in Canada.

Again, be sure to check the grounding pin for damages and replace if necessary.

The Green, or Green-Yellow, wire in the cord is the grounding wire. When replacing a plug, this wire must be attached to only the grounding pin.

DO NOT use extension cords.

Please Note for American use only.

Parts and Service

Please contact Mytee service personnel or Mytee authorized Service Center using Mytee’s original replacement parts and accessories for repairs are needing to be performed.  When and if calling Mytee for support, please have your Model and Serial Number available for faster assistance.

Name Plate

The Model and Serial Number are located on the lower half of the back of the machine near the power plugs and will be required for ordering replacement parts. You can use the space provided on the front of this manual to note down both for future reference.

Unpacking the Machine

When your new machine is delivered, please carefully inspect both the shipping carton and the machine for damages. If damage is evident, save both the shipping carton and machine so that the delivering carrier can inspect it. Contact the carrier immediately to file a freight claim if there has been any damage.

Caution and Warnings

Symbols

Mytee uses the symbols below to signal potentially dangerous conditions. Always read this information carefully and take the necessary steps to protect personnel and property.

Is used to warn of immediate hazards that will cause severe personal injury or death.

Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause severe personal injury.

Is used to call attention to a situation that could cause minor personal injury or damage to the machine or other property. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following-ing: Read all instructions before using this machine. This product is intended for commercial use only.

1. Read all instructions before using the equipment.
2. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
3. Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before attempting any adjustments or repairs.
4. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
5. Do not pull or carry by a cord. Do not close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners.
6. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the cord is damaged, repair it immediately.
8. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces and/or standing water.
9. Always unplug or disconnect from the power supply when not in use.
10. Do not allow it to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
11. Do not use in areas where flammable or combustible material may be present.
12. Do not leave the unit exposed to harsh weather elements. Temperatures below freezing may damage components and void a warranty.
13. Use only the appropriate handles to move and lift the unit. Do not use any other parts of this machine for this purpose.
14. Do not pull on hoses in order to move the unit. Only use the appropriate handles.
15. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from all openings and moving parts.
16. Use extra care when using stairs.
17. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this machine with a solid-state speed control device.
18. The voltage and frequency indicated on the nameplate must correspond to the wall receptacle supply voltage.
19. When cleaning and servicing the machine, local or national regulations may apply to the safe disposal of liquids that may contain: chemicals, grease, oil, acids, alkalies,  or other dangerous liquids.
20. Do not leave operating unattended.

At a Glance

Technical Specifications

8 lbs.
Machine Dimensions| With handle: 33″ x 12″ x 36.5″
Without handle: 18″ x 12″ x 28.5″
Power Cord| Single 25′ 12/3

Included with the Mytee Lite™

Mytee Lite™ Front View

Mytee Lite™ Rear View

Switch Plate

1. Vacuum Switch
   Activates the vacuum motor.

2. Pump Switch
   Activates the solution pump.

3. Heater Switch
   Activates the heater.

Machine Operation

Installing the Handle

Slide the handle into position and line up the holes with the threaded inserts on the machine. Thread screws into the front two holes by hand first, and then the back two.
Tighten all the screws in an X pattern with a screwdriver. ♦

Powering the Mytee Lite™

To power the machine, plug the power cord into a grounded 20 amp outlet. ♦

Connecting Hoses & Cleaning Tools

Do not operate the machine with a spray nozzle orifice smaller than #2. This can damage the pump switch.

Do not pull on hoses in order to move the unit. Use only the appropriate handles.

Vacuum & Solution Hoses

Connect the vacuum hose to the Cuff-Lynx hose connection on the vacuum tank.
Twist clockwise to lock into place.
Connect the solution hose to the brass quick connect fitting on the base of the machine. To connect, pull back the flange on the female fitting from the hose and slide it onto the male fitting on the machine. Release to lock fittings together. ♦

Filling the Solution Tank

The solution tank can be filled up via the faucet fill hose or from a bucket via the opening. ♦

Operating the Mytee Lite™

Switching On The Unit
In order to avoid vapor locking the unit, use the following procedure to switch on the components:

1. Turn the pump switch on.
2. Pull the lever on the cleaning tool to release air in the line. Hold the lever until a steady flow of water comes out of the wand.
3. Once the pump is primed and there is pressure in the solution line, turn on the heater switch and wait a few minutes for the water to heat up.
4. Once water is heated, turn on the vacuum and begin cleaning.

Note: When cleaning upholstery, always check the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.

Use only low foam or nonfoaming detergent or shampoo. Damage due to excessive foam will void the warranty.

Empty the vacuum tank any time you refill the solution tank in order to prevent vacuum tank overfilling.

Cleaning Procedure

For best results when extracting, do one wet pass followed by two dry passes. This ensures you’re not over-soaking the material and keeps the water temperature higher.
The solution pump will only turn on when there is a pressure demand (e.g., while spraying with a cleaning tool, or right at startup). If the pump is continuously running or pulsing,  it does not necessarily mean that it is defective.
If the pump is not producing the correct pressure and flow, see the Troubleshooting section of this manual.♦

Emptying the Solution & Recovery Tanks

The solution tank drain is located on the front, lower-left corner of the solution tank.

The recovery tank drain is located on the back of the machine at the bottom of the recovery tank. Attach the included recovery tank drain hose in order to easily empty it into a  bucket or other receptacle.♦

Machine Maintenance

In order to keep the Mytee Lite™ running smoothly and reduce the risk of damage to the machine and subsequent downtime, Mytee recommends following the maintenance schedule below:

Inspect spray pattern for clogging. If clogged, remove spray tips and soak them in a recommended liquid neutralizer for up to six hours. To remove the spray tip, twist the spray tip body counter-clockwise.| | X
Lubricate wheels with water-resistant oil.| | X
Inspect the machine for water leaks and loose hardware.| | X

Filter Maintenance

The Mytee Lite™ has a small filter on the top of the vacuum stack in the recovery tank. This filter should be checked and cleaned after each use.♦

System Maintainer

Regular flushing of the solution system with Mytee System Maintainer keeps your extractor running efficiently by removing hard water scaling that builds up in the system.

How to use System Maintainer:

1. Thoroughly mix System Maintainer with warm water at a  1:1 ratio in a separate container. Pour into your Extractor’s solution tank.
2. Connect a cleaning tool (upholstery tool, wand, etc.) and remove the jet(s) in order to prevent clogging from dislodged mineral build-up.
3. Turn on the Extractor’s pump and run the System Maintainer solution through the system and into a bucket or receptacle until you have a solid stream.
4. Let sit for about 5 minutes while the System Maintainer solution does its job inside your Extractor.
5. Finish running the rest of the solution through the system.
6. Run clean water through the system to flush out any remaining System Maintainers. ♦

Do not tamper with the set screw on the pump pressure switch. This can damage the pressure switch.

Available Accessories

Troubleshooting

cord into a grounded 20 amp outlet.
The circuit breaker tripped in the building.| Reset breaker in the building.
Faulty switch or power cord.| Contact a Mytee Service Center.
Poor solution flow.| The jet is clogged.| Unclog the jet by removing and soaking in a vinegar and water solution. Scrub with a soft brush.
Repeat if necessary.
| Blockage or clog in solution line.| Run System Maintainer through the machine.
The pump continuously runs/ pulses without producing correct pressure/ flow.| Leak in solution line between pump and cleaning
tool.| Find a leak and repair or replace the hose if necessary.
Pump switch failure. This can be caused by
various issues:
• Nozzle tip clogged or too small, causing rapid switch cycling.
• Check valve failure between pump and heater causing hot water to return to the pump and damage switch.
•  Pump inlet port is cracked causing the pump to suck in air.
• Damaged pump switch housing.| Contact a Mytee Service Center.
Water is not pumping out of the machine.| Vapor lock from turning on heater before the pump.| Turn off the heater and allow the machine to cool completely. After the machine has cooled, follow the machine startup procedure in section 2.4 of this manual.
Vacuum/pump/ heater not turning on.| Bad power switch.| Check the power switch by transferring wires from the switch in question to another switch. See if that switch turns on the component in question. Replace switch if necessary.
Vacuum not producing suction.| The vacuum tank is full.| Empty vacuum tank.
Vacuum hose blockage.| Check for blockages in vacuum hoses inside and outside the machine.
Blows water out of the exhaust.| Foam building up inside vacuum tank.| Use a defoaming solution in a vacuum tank or use low foam or nonfoaming detergent/shampoo.
The water is not getting hot.| Automatic (black) sensor failure causes the manual (white) sensors to trip.| Reset the manual (white) sensor by pressing the small button on it. If the manual sensor continues to trip, replace the automatic (black) sensor (part no. E573).

NOTES

Mytee, LLC
13655 Stowe Dr.
Poway, CA 92064
www.mytee.com
© 2022 Mytee, LLC
Printed in the USA

References

• Mytee Cleaning and Detailing Products
• Find a Distributor or Service Center - Mytee LLC

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