How many passes with an extractor?

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What's the general consensus on the safe number of passes on carpet with an extractor. I had to deal with a really big nasty stain that had been on the carpet since Christmas time. I was unable to completely remove the stain without (what I felt) oversaturating the carpet with water. I did 3 passes initially, then moved on to the rest of the carpets and seats to give it some drying time. I then did 2 more passes for a total of 5 passes. Looking forward to some useful comments.
 
Try spraying the spot, agitate with your carpet brush, then extract it. I find APC helps lift stains that are removable.
 
This...


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This is where a clear extractor wand comes in handy... you can see when you've removed the stain...


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Not sure what unit you have, these are for the MyTee brand...

Mytee 8400DX Dry Upholstery Tool



Besides that you're guessing at best.


:)
 
I spray product first, agitate, wipe with a microfiber, then extract. I don't wipe with a micro on every pass, usually the 2nd or 3rd pass. My question is, how many passes are safe so the carpet doesn't become too wet and risk causing mold/mildew.
 
+1 for the clear nozzle. I'll keep going over it until I see no more dirt / soiling coming up from the carpet. a few more passes over the area vac only to help pull moisture out, then ill use a clean terry towel to blot up the area with my knee to really get into the foam. that area will end up drier than the rest of the capter / seat when I'm done.

Mike
 
Ah yes. I forgot to mention that I did go over it with my Shop Vac to pull more moisture out. I will have to try the terry towels next time. Thanks.
 
Shop vac has more lift than extractor?


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