How to Clean the Head Valve on a 4-Inch Upholstery Tool

A 4-inch upholstery tool with a head valve often is made of stainless steel. It is used to clean furniture and mattresses -- especially in small spaces. To clean the valve, you can use natural air pressure or the cleaning fluid that is used in the upholstery cleaning machine.

Things You'll Need

• Stainless steel cleaner
• Soft cloth

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Turn on the upholstery cleaning machine.

   • 2

     Press the valve three times for five to 10 seconds each time. This will help to push out dust.

   • 3

     Fill the machine with cleaning fluid. Press the valve three times for five to 10 seconds each time.

   • 4

     Wipe down the valve head with a soft cloth and general stainless steel cleaner.