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How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer?

29/07/2026, 16:39
  1. Power off and remove the battery 

    Switch the unit off and remove the battery to ensure it cannot start during cleaning. 
     
  2. Empty the dirty water tank & Rinse 

    Do not allow the liquid to exceed the max fill line, as it can enter the motor and cause damage. 
     

    • To Remove the dirty tank, pull the tank forward and out 
    • Then to unlock the tank, pull the lever located on the front of the dirty water tank; out and up. 
    • Empty the dirty water out 
    • Rinse the tank with clean water to remove any dirt and residue. 
       

    Ensure it is fully empty before reinstalling or storing. 

    How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 1
     

  3. Clean the filter 

    • Locate the filter under the lid of the Dirty water tank. 
    • To remove filter; turn the filter clockwise to unlock and pull off. 
    • Clean the filter with a brush 
    • When the filter is clean and fully dry; re-install by pushing into position and turning anticlockwise to lock. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 2
       

    Allow it to fully dry before reinstalling to maintain suction performance. 
     

  4. Clean the brush roll 

    • To remove the brush roll, first ensure that the dirty water tank is removed. 
    • Then pull up on the back of the floor head cover, to remove it. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 3
       
    • Pull out the Brush roll by pulling on the left hand side of the Brush roll. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 4
       
    • Remove any hair by cutting it off carefully, and using the cleanout tool to remove any dirt build up in the cover and/or the brush. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 5
       
    • When completely dry; reinsert the brush, by first slotting in the right hand side, then clipping in the left. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 6
       
    • Then clip the brush cover back into position by lining up the front of the cover with the unit and the clipping in position. 

      How do I clean and maintain the carpet washer - fig 7
       

    If storing long-term, keep the battery removed. 

    Following this routine after each use will maintain cleaning performance and extend the life of the carpet washer.

 

 

Applicable Models

RCW18X