{"id":318,"date":"2024-06-12T13:05:38","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T13:05:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/?page_id=318"},"modified":"2026-04-28T12:06:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T17:06:59","slug":"how-to-use-a-carpet-cleaner","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/rent\/how-to-use-a-carpet-cleaner\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use a Carpet Cleaner"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"section overflow-hidden relative section-video-page-intro bg-blue content-left px-1.5 pt-3 pb-3 lg:pt-5 lg:pb-5\" id=\"\"><div class=\"container z-400 grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 align-center gap-2 md:gap-4 text-light\"><div class=\"video-item-wrapper relative\"><div class=\"video-thumbnail overflow-hidden rounded-1 relative w-full ratio ratio-16x9 flex align-center justify-center\"><svg class=\"video-thumbnail-icon w-3 h-3 z-400 relative\" width=\"58\" height=\"58\" viewBox=\"0 0 58 58\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M29 0C12.9838 0 0 12.9838 0 29C0 45.0162 12.9838 58 29 58C45.0173 58 58 45.0162 58 29C58 12.9838 45.0173 0 29 0ZM29 52.2C16.2075 52.2 5.8 41.7925 5.8 29C5.8 16.2075 16.2075 5.8 29 5.8C41.7925 5.8 52.2 16.2075 52.2 29C52.2 41.7925 41.7925 52.2 29 52.2Z\" fill=\"white\"\/><path d=\"M39.5478 26.97L25.484 18.85C23.5503 17.7341 21.9681 18.647 21.9681 20.88V37.12C21.9681 39.353 23.5503 40.2671 25.484 39.15L39.5478 31.03C41.4816 29.9141 41.4816 28.0859 39.5478 26.97Z\" fill=\"white\"\/><\/svg><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail.jpg\" class=\"bg-cover\" alt=\"Steps to use a carpet cleaner\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-MONTAGE-thumbnail-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"intro-video video-container\"><iframe title=\"How to Use Rental Carpet Cleaners Montage\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VqyywdoJFPo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><div class=\"content flex flex-column gap-1.5 justify-start\"><div class=\"breadcrumbs\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/nav><\/div><h1 class=\"section-title m-0\">How To Use a Carpet Cleaner Rental<\/h1><p class=\"section-content\">Not sure how to use a carpet cleaner?  It&#8217;s quick and easy, just follow the steps below to learn how to clean carpet and upholstery for professional results.<\/p><div class=\"buttons flex flex-wrap gap-1 lg:gap-1.5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/support\/rental-support\/\" class=\"button button-primary\">Need Help?<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/rent\/how-to-rent\/\" class=\"button button-primary\">How to Rent<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"section overflow-hidden relative section-alternating-content-areas mobile-layout-default px-1.5 pt-3 pb-3 lg:pt-5 lg:pb-15\"><div class=\"container container-md z-400 flex flex-column gap-3\"><div class=\"content grid grid-cols-1 gap-3 md:gap-4 lg:gap-4\"><div class=\"alternating-content-area alternating-content-area-light rounded-1 p-0 grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-1fr-1fr content-direction-content-right align-center has-image gap-1 md:gap-2 lg:gap-3\"><div class=\"area-image w-full overflow-hidden ratio-4x3 rounded-1 w-full flex align-center justify-center aria-label=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Pre-Spray-768x576.webp\" class=\"area-image-content object-fit-cover w-full h-full lazyload\" alt=\"Pre Spray\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Pre-Spray-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Pre-Spray-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Pre-Spray-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Pre-Spray.webp 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/576;\" \/><canvas class=\"area-image-canvas\" style=\"display: none\"><\/canvas><button class=\"area-image-button\" style=\"display: none\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Play\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\" viewBox=\"0 0 56 56\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"m37.236 26.905-11.628-8.454a1.402 1.402 0 0 0-2.227 1.131v16.903a1.398 1.398 0 0 0 2.227 1.13l11.628-8.447c.367-.27.582-.688.582-1.132a1.392 1.392 0 0 0-.582-1.131Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><path d=\"M28 0C12.535 0 0 12.536 0 28.005 0 43.468 12.534 56 28 56c15.464 0 28-12.534 28-27.995C56.002 12.535 43.464 0 28 0Zm0 51.328c-12.88 0-23.323-10.44-23.323-23.323 0-12.879 10.443-23.33 23.324-23.33 12.879 0 23.32 10.45 23.32 23.33C51.323 40.889 40.88 51.328 28 51.328Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"card-content grid gap-1 p-0 lg:p-2\"><h3>Step 1<\/h3><h4>Prepare your Carpet for Deep Cleaning<\/h4><div class=\"section-content entry-content mb-1\"><p>Before using the carpet cleaner rental machine, vacuum the carpeted area thoroughly. If there are any old or dark carpet stains, spray them with a pretreat formula for extra cleaning power.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"buttons flex flex-wrap gap-1.5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/rent\/cleaning-solutions\/\" class=\"button button-secondary\"><span>Learn about cleaning solutions<\/span><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Right Arrow\" width=\"7\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 7 12\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M7 6c0 .215-.084.43-.252.594l-5.28 5.16a.874.874 0 0 1-1.216 0 .827.827 0 0 1 0-1.189L4.924 6 .252 1.435a.827.827 0 0 1 0-1.189.874.874 0 0 1 1.216 0l5.28 5.16C6.916 5.57 7 5.785 7 6Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"alternating-content-area alternating-content-area-light rounded-1 p-0 grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-1fr-1fr content-direction-content-right align-center has-image gap-1 md:gap-2 lg:gap-3\"><div class=\"area-image w-full overflow-hidden ratio-4x3 rounded-1 w-full flex align-center justify-center aria-label=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Get-Machine-Ready-768x576.webp\" class=\"area-image-content object-fit-cover w-full h-full lazyload\" alt=\"Getting Machine Ready\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Get-Machine-Ready-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Get-Machine-Ready-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Get-Machine-Ready-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Get-Machine-Ready.webp 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/576;\" \/><canvas class=\"area-image-canvas\" style=\"display: none\"><\/canvas><button class=\"area-image-button\" style=\"display: none\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Play\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\" viewBox=\"0 0 56 56\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"m37.236 26.905-11.628-8.454a1.402 1.402 0 0 0-2.227 1.131v16.903a1.398 1.398 0 0 0 2.227 1.13l11.628-8.447c.367-.27.582-.688.582-1.132a1.392 1.392 0 0 0-.582-1.131Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><path d=\"M28 0C12.535 0 0 12.536 0 28.005 0 43.468 12.534 56 28 56c15.464 0 28-12.534 28-27.995C56.002 12.535 43.464 0 28 0Zm0 51.328c-12.88 0-23.323-10.44-23.323-23.323 0-12.879 10.443-23.33 23.324-23.33 12.879 0 23.32 10.45 23.32 23.33C51.323 40.889 40.88 51.328 28 51.328Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"card-content grid gap-1 p-0 lg:p-2\"><h3>Step 2<\/h3><h4>Prepare the Carpet Cleaner Machine<\/h4><div class=\"section-content entry-content mb-1\"><p>Fill the clean water tank with hot tap water and add cleaning solution. Put the tanks back onto the machine and move the carpet cleaner to your starting point. We recommend starting in the far corner of the room.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"buttons flex flex-wrap gap-1.5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/support\/rental-support\/\" class=\"button button-secondary\"><span>Detailed Instructions on Each Rental Machine<\/span><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Right Arrow\" width=\"7\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 7 12\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M7 6c0 .215-.084.43-.252.594l-5.28 5.16a.874.874 0 0 1-1.216 0 .827.827 0 0 1 0-1.189L4.924 6 .252 1.435a.827.827 0 0 1 0-1.189.874.874 0 0 1 1.216 0l5.28 5.16C6.916 5.57 7 5.785 7 6Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"alternating-content-area alternating-content-area-light rounded-1 p-0 grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-1fr-1fr content-direction-content-right align-center has-image gap-1 md:gap-2 lg:gap-3\"><div class=\"area-image w-full overflow-hidden ratio-4x3 rounded-1 w-full flex align-center justify-center aria-label=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-768x576.webp\" class=\"area-image-content object-fit-cover w-full h-full lazyload\" alt=\"Carpet Cleaner Rug Doctor by BISSELL\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-scaled-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Deep-Clean-2048x1536.webp 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/576;\" \/><canvas class=\"area-image-canvas\" style=\"display: none\"><\/canvas><button class=\"area-image-button\" style=\"display: none\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Play\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\" viewBox=\"0 0 56 56\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"m37.236 26.905-11.628-8.454a1.402 1.402 0 0 0-2.227 1.131v16.903a1.398 1.398 0 0 0 2.227 1.13l11.628-8.447c.367-.27.582-.688.582-1.132a1.392 1.392 0 0 0-.582-1.131Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><path d=\"M28 0C12.535 0 0 12.536 0 28.005 0 43.468 12.534 56 28 56c15.464 0 28-12.534 28-27.995C56.002 12.535 43.464 0 28 0Zm0 51.328c-12.88 0-23.323-10.44-23.323-23.323 0-12.879 10.443-23.33 23.324-23.33 12.879 0 23.32 10.45 23.32 23.33C51.323 40.889 40.88 51.328 28 51.328Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"card-content grid gap-1 p-0 lg:p-2\"><h3>Step 3<\/h3><h4>Deep Clean Carpet<\/h4><div class=\"section-content entry-content mb-1\"><p>Plug in the carpet cleaner and turn on. Make two &#8220;wet&#8221; passes pressing the trigger to release solution, then release the trigger and make two additional drying passes over the same area. Repeat until the solution being pulled up looks clean. Continue this process around your room, overlapping your clean areas by a few inches. Empty the dirty water and refill clean water and solution as needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"alternating-content-area alternating-content-area-light rounded-1 p-0 grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-1fr-1fr content-direction-content-right align-center has-image gap-1 md:gap-2 lg:gap-3\"><div class=\"area-image w-full overflow-hidden ratio-4x3 rounded-1 w-full flex align-center justify-center aria-label=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"477\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/carpet-cleaning-step-4-768x477.webp\" class=\"area-image-content object-fit-cover w-full h-full lazyload\" alt=\"Carpet cleaning step 4\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/carpet-cleaning-step-4-768x477.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/carpet-cleaning-step-4-600x373.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/carpet-cleaning-step-4-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/carpet-cleaning-step-4.webp 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/477;\" \/><canvas class=\"area-image-canvas\" style=\"display: none\"><\/canvas><button class=\"area-image-button\" style=\"display: none\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Play\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\" viewBox=\"0 0 56 56\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"m37.236 26.905-11.628-8.454a1.402 1.402 0 0 0-2.227 1.131v16.903a1.398 1.398 0 0 0 2.227 1.13l11.628-8.447c.367-.27.582-.688.582-1.132a1.392 1.392 0 0 0-.582-1.131Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><path d=\"M28 0C12.535 0 0 12.536 0 28.005 0 43.468 12.534 56 28 56c15.464 0 28-12.534 28-27.995C56.002 12.535 43.464 0 28 0Zm0 51.328c-12.88 0-23.323-10.44-23.323-23.323 0-12.879 10.443-23.33 23.324-23.33 12.879 0 23.32 10.45 23.32 23.33C51.323 40.889 40.88 51.328 28 51.328Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"card-content grid gap-1 p-0 lg:p-2\"><h3>Step 4<\/h3><h4>Clean Upholstery &amp; Stairs<\/h4><div class=\"section-content entry-content mb-1\"><p>Before cleaning any upholstery, read fabric instructions and ensure the fabric code is \u201cWS\u201d or \u201cW.\u201d If it is, test a small hidden area like the underside of a cushion for colorfastness and look it over when it dries. If upholstery color is affected, do not use the upholstery tool rental. If the color is not affected, proceed to use to clean and refresh your upholstery. Do not clean fabrics coded \u201cX\u201d or \u201cS.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Attach the hose to the machine. While pressing the trigger, slowly make two cleaning passes with the hand tool over the same area. Release the trigger and make two drying passes. Continue until the solution being pulled up appears clean.<\/p>\n<p>Tips: If you are cleaning upholstery, try not to overwet the area. If you are cleaning stairs, position the machine at the bottom but start cleaning at the top stair.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"alternating-content-area alternating-content-area-light rounded-1 p-0 grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-1fr-1fr content-direction-content-right align-center has-image gap-1 md:gap-2 lg:gap-3\"><div class=\"area-image w-full overflow-hidden ratio-4x3 rounded-1 w-full flex align-center justify-center aria-label=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Dirt-Pour-768x576.webp\" class=\"area-image-content object-fit-cover w-full h-full lazyload\" alt=\"Pouring Dirty Water\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Dirt-Pour-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Dirt-Pour-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Dirt-Pour-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/How-to-Use-Dirt-Pour.webp 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/576;\" \/><canvas class=\"area-image-canvas\" style=\"display: none\"><\/canvas><button class=\"area-image-button\" style=\"display: none\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Play\" width=\"56\" height=\"56\" viewBox=\"0 0 56 56\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"m37.236 26.905-11.628-8.454a1.402 1.402 0 0 0-2.227 1.131v16.903a1.398 1.398 0 0 0 2.227 1.13l11.628-8.447c.367-.27.582-.688.582-1.132a1.392 1.392 0 0 0-.582-1.131Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><path d=\"M28 0C12.535 0 0 12.536 0 28.005 0 43.468 12.534 56 28 56c15.464 0 28-12.534 28-27.995C56.002 12.535 43.464 0 28 0Zm0 51.328c-12.88 0-23.323-10.44-23.323-23.323 0-12.879 10.443-23.33 23.324-23.33 12.879 0 23.32 10.45 23.32 23.33C51.323 40.889 40.88 51.328 28 51.328Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"card-content grid gap-1 p-0 lg:p-2\"><h3>Step 5<\/h3><h4>Clean and Return the Machine<\/h4><div class=\"section-content entry-content mb-1\"><p>You&#8217;ve experienced a dirty pour and DIY satisfaction, you&#8217;re almost done! Clean the machine before placing it in your vehicle. Properly cleaning the machine will ensure you aren&#8217;t charged a cleaning fee by the retailer.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Empty and rinse both tanks<\/li>\n<li>Remove any hair or debris from the brush area<\/li>\n<li>Wipe down dirt and residue from the bottom of the machine<\/li>\n<li>Rinse and wipe down upholstery tool (if rented)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once clean, return the carpet cleaner (and upholstery tool) to the same store you rented from.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"section section-call-to-action z-400\" id=\"\"><div class=\"z-400 relative lg:mt-n-10 lg:mb-n-10 grid md:max-w-75p p-2 m-auto md:rounded-1 grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 gap-3 bg-blue-dark \"><div class=\"cta-intro grid align-center sm:grid-cols-2 grid-cols-1 sm:gap-2 gap-1 flex-column text-light\"><div class=\"icon m-auto sm:margin-0\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-300x300.webp\" class=\"object-fit-cover ratio-1x1 rounded-1 lazyload\" alt=\"Not sure how to rent a carpet cleaner? It\u2019s quick and easy, just follow the steps! \" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent-32x32.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.rugdoctor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-to-Rent.webp 1034w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/300;\" \/><\/div><div class=\"grid gap-1 sm:text-left text-center justify-center sm:justify-start\"><div><p><p>Not sure how to rent a carpet cleaner? 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