Nilfisk
Foaming / Recovery Float Activation
Excessive foam or suds in the recovery tank, vacuum sound changes, and suction stops intermittently.
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Possible Causes
Use of non-low-foam detergent, over-concentrated chemical mix, dirty recovery tank, faulty or missing defoamer.
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the machine before emptying tanks.
- Empty and rinse recovery tank: Remove all foamy water and rinse the tank thoroughly to remove detergent residue.
- Use correct detergent: Only use Nilfisk‑approved low‑foam carpet extraction chemicals at the recommended dilution.
- Add defoamer: If allowed by the manufacturer, add a small amount of defoaming agent to the recovery tank to control foam.
- Clean float assembly: Ensure the recovery float moves freely and is not stuck in the closed position due to dried foam.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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