George Bacterial Growth / Stagnant Water

Unpleasant odour from machine or during use

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Possible Causes

Dirty recovery tank not emptied, Damp filters, Residual dirty water in hoses, Contaminated brush head

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug before cleaning.

  • Deep clean tanks: Empty and wash both clean and dirty tanks with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
  • Dry filters: Wash washable filters and allow to dry completely before refitting.
  • Flush hoses: Run a tank of warm water with a sanitising additive through the solution and suction hoses, then run dry to remove moisture.
  • Clean tools: Wash the floor tool and hand tools, paying attention to bristles and nozzles.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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