Hoover SteamVac F7412-900 Owner's manual

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Model: SteamVac F7412-900

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Owner's manual

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Contents

Important safeguards ..................................................... 3

Parts needed for assembly .................................................. 4

Assembling carpet cleaner ................................................ 4-6

Cleaner description ....................................................... 9

General operation ...................................................... 7-13

Filling the clean water tank ........................................... 8-11

SpinScrub mode selector .............................................. 10

Emptying the recovery tank ......................................... 12-13

Automatic shut-off ................................................... 13

How to use ........................................................... 9-21

Before you begin .................................................... 13

Cleaning carpet ...................................................... 14

After cleaning ....................................................... 16

Cleaning hard floors ............................................... 15-16

Maintenance ............................................................ 17

Removing brushes .................................................... 17

Using the tools ................................................... 18-21

Cleaning carpeted stairs ............................................. 20

Cleaning upholstery ................................................ 21

Lubrication ............................................................ 21

Storage ................................................................ 21

]fyou have a problem .................................................... 22

Service ................................................................ 23

If you need assistance:

Visit our website at hoover.com. Follow the service center link to find the service outlet

nearest you OR Call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet

locations (U.S. only} OR Call 1-800-263-6376 to speak with a representative in our Consumer

Response Center; Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.

Please do not return this product to the store.

This carpet cleaner is intended for household use.

Not intended for commercial use in any household or for any other commercial purpose.

Operate carpet cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner.

Plug carpet cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.

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Important Safety Instructions

When using an electrical appliance,always Follow basicprecautions,including the f'onowing:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injur.y:

• To avoid interna] component damage, useon_ Hoover cleaning products intended for usewith

this Appliance. (SeeCleaning Products section of this manuaL)

• Use only on surfacesmoistened by the cleaningprocessor small spills. Do not immerseproduct.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See"Grounding Instructions".

• Do not dean over floor electrical outlets.

• Do not usewithout tanks in place.

• Use extra carewhen cleaning on stairs. Do not place carpet deaner on stairs.

• Use carpet cleaneronly for its intendeduse as describedin the instructions.

• Use only attachments recommended by Hoover; others may cause hazards.

• The use of an extension cord is not recommended. ]f an extension cord isabsolutely necessa_,,

use at ]east a 16 gauge 3-wire cord which has a 3-prong gTounding type plug and a 3-pole

receptacle that accepts the machine plug.

• Unplug carpet cleaner From outlet when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Unplug before connecting the powered hand tool.

• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before se_dng the carpet cleaner.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, dose door on cord or pub cord around sharp

edges or comers. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away From heated surfaces.

• Do not usewith damaged cord or plug. 1Fappliance is not working asit should,has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a Hoover Salesand

Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dea]er.

• Close supervision is necessarywhen any appliance isused by or near children. Do not allow carpet

cleaner to be used as a toy or to nm unattended at any time.

• Do not point tools toward peopleor pets.

• To assistin redudng dryingtime, be certain the area iswell ventilated when using detergents and

other cleaners with this machine.

• Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children's reach.

• Do not useto pick up flammable or combustible liquids such asgasoline or use in areaswhere

they may be present.

• Do not pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any other toxic material with this

appliance.

• Do not pick up anything that isburning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the carpet cleaner. They may damage the machine.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away From openings and moving

parts.

• Use indoorsonlS.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust,

lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

• To help prevent matting and resoiling, avoid contact with carpets until the), are dnj. Keep children

and pets away from carpetsuntil they are completely dnj.

• Store in a dry place. Do not exposemachine to fTeezingtemperatures.

• Do not leave appliance unattendedwhen plugged in.

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Gufa de ensamblado rdpido

NOTE: Phillipsscrewdriverneededfor assembly

Nora: Se necesita un destornillador Phillips para el ensamblado

COMPLETEINSTRUCTIONSare in the Owner's Manual

LAS INSTRUCCIONES C13MPLETAS estdn en el manual del propietario

FOLLOWASSEMBLY STEPSIN ORDER!

iSIGA LOS PAS13S DE ENSAMBLADO EN ORDEN!

1. Parts needed for assembly

Piezas necesarias para el ensamblado

OPTIONALACCESSORIES

1.a) Remove all parts from carton and iden-

tify each item shown. Make sure all parts are

located before disposing of packing.

A. Cleaner

B. Upper handle

C. Handle bolts and nuts {Three nuts may be

in bag but only two or need for assembly.

Bolts and nuts located in bag with hose}

D. Hose/cord hook

l.a) Retire todas las piezas de la caja e identi-

fique carla articulo que se muestra. Aseg_rese

de ubicar todas las piezas antes de eliminar el

embalaje.

A. Aspiradora

B. Mango superior

C. Pernos y tuercas del mango (Puede haber tres

tuercas en la bolsa, pero s61ose necesitan dos

para el ensamblaje. Los pernos y las tuercas se

encuentran en la bolsa con la manguera.)

D. Gancho para manguera/eord6n

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1.b) Accessories not included with your

model may be purchased separately by visit-

ing www.hoover.com, or your local HOOVER

service center.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

E. Hose/tool caddy

R Hose

(3. Stair/upholstery nozzle

H. Hard floor squeegee

1. Hard floor brush assembly"

J. SpinScrub" hand tool

K. Scrub module

"Hard floor brush assembly {white bristles) is

not intended for use on carpets or rugs.

l.b) Los accesorios no incluidos con su modelo

pueden comprarse por separado, visitando www.

hoover.corn, o su Centro de servieio local de

HOOVER.

ACCESORIOS OPCIONALES

E. Punda de manguera/aceesorios

1:. Manguera

G. Boquilla para escaleras/tapizados

H. Escurridor para suelos duros

L Conjunto de cepillos para suelos duros"

Z Aeeesorio de mano $pinScrub"

K. M6dulo de fregado

"El conjanto de cepillos para suelos duros (cerdas blancas) no estd dise_1ado

para uso en alfornbras de pared a pared o alfombras de drea.

2. Attach handle

Para colocar el mango

2.a) Remove tank.

Quite el tanque.

2.b) Position cord

protector (A).

Coloque el protec-

tor del corddn (A).

2.e) Slide handle

down.

Deslice el mango

hacia abajo.

2.d} Insert bolts and

attach nuts. Tighten

with screwdriver.

Inserte los pernos y

las tuercas. Apriete

los pernos con un

destornilladon

3. Replace upper tank

Reemplace el tanque superior

3.a} Position bottom of tank onto cleaner.

3.b) Push top of tank and tank handle while

supporting back of cleaner with other hand.

3.b) Push up on handle to latch it to cleaner.

Check tank to make sure it is secure.

Coloque la parte inferior del tanque sobre

la limpiadora.

Empuje la parte superior del tanque y el

mango del tanque mientras sujeta la parte

posterior de la limpiadora con la otra

mano.

Empuje el mango hacia arriba una vez que

el tanque est6 colocado, para trabarlo a la

limpiadora. Revise el tanque para asegura-

rse de que estd bien trabado.

4. Attach hose/cord hook

Instale el gancho para la

manguera/cord6n

4.a) Snap hook onto cleaner.

Encaje el gancho en la limpiadora.

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5. Attach tool caddy (for storage on cleaner)

Coloque el portaaccesorios (paraguardarlos en la aspiradora)

(Optional accessoriesshown)

5.a)'lnsert tabs•

lnserte las lengiietas.

5.b} Slide caddy down. Notch {B) rests on

hook {C}. NOTE: Tool caddy is removable for

storage on wall or in closet.

Deslice €l portaaccesorios hacia abajo. La

muesca (13) queda sobre el gancho (C),

Nota: El portaaccesorios se desmonta para

eolgar el aparato en la pared o 9uardarlo en

un armario.

6. Store hose

Guardela monguera

6.a) Start 6.b) Wrap

lnicio Envuelva

m m

6.c) Finish. Use clips CD)to secure hose and

solution tube (E and inset).

Final. Use las pinzas (D) para fijar la

manguera y el tubo de soluci6n (E y en-

carte).

7. Store optionaltools

Guardelosaccesorios

See 0wner's Manual for

complete operating

instructions.

Vea el manual delpropietario

para obtenerlas instrucciones

completas.

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Helpful Reminders

Recordatorios tiles

Unplugthe cleaner before doing any of the following.

Desenchufelaaspiradoraantesdehacer Iosiguiente.

• UseHOOVERbrand detergents;

others mayfoam too much or cause

leaking.

Usedetergentes demarca HOOVER,

otrospuedenproducir demasiada

espumaocausar fugas.

• Useextra dry strokesto aid in faster

drying of the carpet.

Usepasadasadicionales ensecopara

quela alfombra sesequem6s

r6pidamente.

• Fill tank [A) with hot [under 140"F

160"C) tap water ONLY. Do not

put any detergent in water tank. Fill

detergent container (B) with

HOOVER detergent,

Lleneel tanque (A)SOLAMENTEcon

agua caliente (menosde 60"C/140"F)

degrifo. No coloque ning_n detergente

en el tanque deagua.

Lleneelrecipiente para eldetergente

(B)con detergente deHOOVER..

• Secure recoverytank lid before

cleaning.

Fijela tapa del tanque derecupemci6n

antes delimpiar.

• Empty recovery tank when full or

when automatic shut-off

engages[seeOwner's Manual).

Vacfeel tanque derecuperociOn

cuando est_Ileno ocuandoseactive

el apagadoautomdtico (veael manual

delpropietario).

Before you return your product

to the store Contact us firs!!

We can help if you need any

assistance.

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24 hours a day! Get answers to your

questions, email our experts and more!

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Hoover Sales and Service Center.

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Representative. (Monday-Friday

8:00am - 5:30pro, EST}

See owner's manual for

complete instructions.

Veael manual delpropietario para ob-

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Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. If it

should mal_nction or breakdown, grounding

provides a path of least resistance for

electrical current to reduce the risk of electric

shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord

having an equipment-grounding conductor

be plugged into an appropriate outlet (B)

that is properly installed and grounded

in accordance with all local codes and

ordinances.

DANGER:lmpropereonnec.onof

the equipment-grounding conductor can

result in the risk of electric shock. Check with

a qualified electrician or service person if

you am in doubt as to whether the outlet is

properly grounded. Do not modify the plug

provided with the appliance - if it will not fit

the outlet, haw a proper outlet installed by

a qualified electrician. This appliance is for

use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has

a grounding plug that looks like the plug

(A) illustrated in sketch (Fig. 1). A temporary

adapter {D) may be used to connect this

plug to a 2-pole receptacle (E)if a properly

grounded outlet is not available (Fig. 2).

The temporary adapter should be used only

untila properlygrounded outlet(B)can be

installed by a qualified electrician (Fig. 1).

The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like

IF1extending from the adapter must be

connected to a permanent ground [G) such

as a properly grounded outlet box cover (Fig.

2). Whenever the adapter is used, it must

be held in place by a metal screw. NOTE:

]n Canada, the use of a temporary adapter

is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical

Code.

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2. How to use

Cleaner description

Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on

data plate on bottom of cleaner.

The assembled cleaner will look like the

drawing.

I. Hand grip

2. Solution trigger: press to release cleaning

solution

3. ONIOFF switch

4. Rinse Setting switch

5. SpinScrub" hand tool {Optional)

6. Carrying handle

7. Clean water tank handle

8. Clean water tank

9. Detergent container

10. Recovery tank handle

11. Recovery tank: holds dirty solution

12. Recovery tank latches

13. SpinScrub mode selector

14, Solution tube connection port

15. Edge cleaners: provided on both sides of

nozzle to remove dirt near baseboards

16. Nozzle

17.Hose connection port

18. Cord hook: rotates for quick cord release

19. Hose [optional)

20. Hose/tool caddy (Optional)

21. Stairlupholstery nozzle (Optional)

22. Bare floor tool [Optional)

23. Cord/hose hook

24. Handle release pedal

25. Wheels

This cleaner is intended for householduse.

Not intended for commercial usein any

householdor for any other commercial

purpose.

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ON/OFF switch

Transporting

To turn cleaner ON,

push switch down.

To turn cleaner

OFF,push switch

up.

Handle releasepedal

Step on pedal {A)

to lower handle to

operating posi-

tion. Handle does

not ]ock into a

single position but

"floats" to allow

convenient opera-

tion.

El-

To move your

cleaner from room

tO room, put handle

in upright and

locked position,

tilt cleaner back on

wheels and push

forward.

Carrying handle

The cleaner may

also be lifted by

placing a hand

above the upper

clean solution tank

handle as shown.

SpinScrub mode selector

Your SteamVac"

cleaner has three agi-

tator brush settings.

SP1LL P1CK-UP -

brushes OFF for pick-

ing up spills or clean-

ing carpets and hard

floors when brushing

is not desired.

GENTLE SCRUB - for

delicate carpets and throw rugs

POWER SCRUB - brushes at maximum speed

for cleaning carpets. Slide setting selector to

the desired setting before cleaning.

ON [ OFF - Turns brushs on or off. Pretty

self explanatory.

Rinsesetting switch

Use this switch to se-

lect a wash with rinse

setting or a rinse only

setting.

WASH-AutoRinse"

[optional) - This

setting cleans your

carpet with detergent

and water on the

forward stroke. On the

reverse stroke, a water-only rinse is applied

to the carpet.

WASH- This setting applies water and deter-

gent for cleaning.

RINSE - This setting applies water-only rinse

in both the forward and reverse strokes.

See "How to clean" section for more

details.

Note: "Auto-rinse" and rinse are not avail-

able during tool use. The hose will only

dispense water mixed with detergent.

Wash/Rinseswitch

For machinesthat do not have Auto Rinse"

This switch allows you to easily change from

clcaningyour carpet or floor with a deter-

gent/water mix to rinsing with water only.

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The tanks

Clean water tank

[upper tank)

The clean water tank

that will either he

mixed with detergent

for cleaning the car-

pet or floor, or used

to rinse the carpet or

floor.

The detergent container (D) is permanently

attached to the water tank. It holds the

detergent that mixes with the water.

Cleaning Products

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire and

electric shock due to internal component

damage, use only Hoover cleaning prod-

ucts intended for use with the appliance.

Below are some examples:

• Hoover Premium Pet

• Hoover Ultra

•Hoover Deep Cleansing

• Hoover Deep Cleansing Free

• Hoover Floor-to-Floor TM

• Hoover Second Nature TM Carpet

Upholstery

How to fill tanks

m E

Unplug cleaner

from electrical

outlet.

To remove tank,

press down on tank

hand]e and pull

forward.

Fill tank (E) with

hot tap water.

CAUTION: Do not

fin with water

above 140"F (60"C).

Fill detergent

container (F) with

HOOVER Steam-

VaeTM detergent.

Fill detergent container with Hoover Carpet/Upholstery Detergent or

Hoover Hard Floor Cleaning Solution.

Do not use Hard Floor Cleaning Solution on carpet or upholstery. Do

not use any type of wax with your SteamVaU" cleaner. Rep]ace con-

tainer cap and tighten.

NOTE: Useonly HOOVERSteamVacTM detergents. They are specially

formulated for use with your SteamVaU_ cleaner. Non-Hoover clean-

ing solutions may harm the machine and void the warranty.

CAUTION: Detergents contain Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants. Avoid

contact with eyes and skin. In case of contact with eyes,flush with

cold water for 15 minutes. In case of contact with skin, wash with

water. If irritation persists,call a physician.

WARNING: Certain oxygenated-type cleaners,such as OxiClean* and

TuffOxi'* will damage your SteamVaeTM detergent container [A}, clean

water tank (B) or recoverytank it).

Useonly HOOVERSteamVacTM Oxy detergent for this purpose.

"OxiClean is a registered trademark of Orange Glo International, lnc.

**TuffOxi isa trademark of Tuff Products for Pets

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Position bottom of

tank onto cleaner

using one hand on

each side of the

tank to center it on

the unit.

NOTE: the tank

pivots towards the

back of the unit.

Push the top of the

tank and tank

handle while sup-

porting the back of

the unit with your

other hand.

Push up on the

handle once the

tank is back to latch

it to the unit,

Check tank to make

sure it is securely

latched.

NOTE: There may

be a small amount

of water (indicated

by arrows) on the

base when the tank

is removed from

the unit. This is a

normal condition.

Recoverytank

{lower tank)

The recovery tank holds the dirty solution

that is picked up from the surface being

cleaned.

When the recovery tank is full, the automatic

shut-off will engage, suction will stop {see

page B), and the tank must be emptied.

Howto empty

Turn cleaner off and unplug from electrical

outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove clean

water tank {Pig. 2.10) by pressing down on

tank handle and pulling forward; set tank

aside [do not set tank on furniture).

Turn recovery tank

latches (G)outward

{one on each side of

tank).

Raise handle {H)

straight up and lift

tank off cleaner.

Carry tank to sink

or drain.

Lower handle toward

back of tank to unlock

lid. Lift lid off tank,

Empty tank and repo-

sition lid.

Forfull suction, it is

important that the

recoverytank lid

is properly secured

before cleaning.

Raise tank handle to carrying position and

place it onto cleaner. Lower handle to front

of tank.

Turn latches {one on each side of tank)

inward to lock tank inplace.

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Automatic shut off

When the recovery tank [lower tank) isfull the automatic shutoff

mechanism will shut off the cleaner suction [suction will be noticeably

reduced).

At that time, the yellow float disk will rise to the top of the recovery

tank lid (B). The cleaner will no longer pick up dirty solution and the

motor soundwill become noticeably higher in pitch.

When this happens, turn cleaner off and empty recovery tank before

continuing use.

Check clean water tank also; it may need to be refilled.

Do not usewithout float and float retainer in place. If broken or dis-

lodged,take to an Authorized HooverService Center or Dealerfor repair.

3. How to clean

Before you begin cleaning

a.Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet, use a

HOOVER vacuum cleaner with an agitator

for best results. Vacuum upholstery with a

vacuum cleanerwith cleaning tool attach-

ments. Use a crevice tool to reach into tufts

and folds. Do not usethe SteamVac" cleaner

as a dry vacuum cleaner.

b. Forupholstery,checkcleaning code - Use

your HOOVER SteamVacTM cleaner only if the

upholstery fabric is marked with a _W" (for

"wet" clean) or "S/W" (for "solvent/dry" or

"wet" clean). Do not clean fabric marked "S"

("solvent/dry" clean only). If your upholstery

does not have a code, seek professional as-

sistance.

c. Test for colorfastness - Wet a white ab-

sorbent cloth with the detergent. In a small,

hidden area, gently rub the surface with the

dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check

for color removal or bleed with white paper

towel or cloth. If surface has more than one

color, check all colors.

d. When cleaningentire floor, movefurni-

ture out of area to be cleaned (may not be

necessary if only high traffic areasare to be

cleaned). For furniture too heavy to move,

place aluminum foil or wax paper under

legs. This will prevent wood finishes from

staining carpet. Pin up furniture skirts and

draperies.

e. Pretreat spotsand heaW traffic areaswith

HOOVER® Spot EtStain Spray Cleaner*- Fol-

low Directions on bottle.

f. To prevent staining, use plastic or alumi-

num foil to protect wood or metal surfaces

from possible water spray.

g. To avoidwetting and possibledamage to

wood floors underneath area rugs/carpet,

either move arearugs/carpet to a non-wood

hard floor surface or place waterproof mate-

rial (e.g. plastic) underneath them before

cleaning.

See pages 13-21 for instructions on various

cleaning tasks.

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Carpet Cleaning

Read "Before you begin cleaning" instructions

on page 13.

I. Fill clean water tank according to instruc-

tions for Figs. 2.B-2.10

2. Fill detergent container with Hoover

Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to

instructions for Figs. 2.10-2.12

3. Select proper SpinScrub" mode (see pg. 10).

4. Dry hands and plug cord into a properly

grounded outlet.

Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.

5. To avoid walking on damp carpet, start at

the end of the room farthest from the door

or path to sink where tanks will be emptied

and filled.

Step on handle release pedal and lower

handle to operating position.

6. Turn cleaner ON (Fig.3,1]

7. Set Rinse Setting switch to WASH-Rinse

(or Auto-Rinse optional) Turn cleaner ON

{Fig.3.4).

8. Squeeze trigger to apply cleaning solution

and slowly push cleaner forward (equals one

wet stroke).

9. Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly

pull cleaner back toward you (second wet

stroke). The cleaner rinses the carpet on the

backward pass (on Auto-Rinse only). Note:

To assure proper rinsing, it isimportant to

keep the cleaner on the same path backward

as forward.

10.Release trigger and slowly push cleaner

forward over area just sprayed with solution

(dry stroke). Then slowly pull cleaner back

toward you without squeezing trigger [dry

stroke). Continue using dry strokes until

little water is visible passing through the

recovery tank lid.

11.For best results, use straight, paral-

lel strokes as shown in the diagram below.

Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help prevent

streaking (Passover the same area a mini-

mum of 4 times = 2 wNle squeezing the

trigger and 2 without).

Keep nozzle flat on floor for both forward

and reverse strokes.

AUTO

12. lfyou would like to rinse the carpet with

water only, set Rinse Setting switch to R1NSE

[Fig. 3.3). Repeat steps 8-10. In this setting,

rinsing will be done on both forward and

reverse strokes.

13.For heavily soiled areas, repeat steps

7-10. Avoid saturating carpet, as noted

below.

Note: To avoid saturating carpet, do not

use more than 4 wet strokes over one area.

Always end with dry strokes.

It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as

described above.

For best cleaning results and to aid in faster

drying of carpet, end with more dry strokes.

(Continue using dry strokes until little water

is visible passing through the recovery tank

lid.]

14. Empty recovery tank when the motor

sound becomes higher pitched and there is

a loss in suction [see "Automatic shut-off",

Fig. 2.16-2.17).

When finished cleaning, follow "After clean-

ing" instructions on page 16.

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Cleaning hard floors

How to attach barefloor tool

(Available at additiona] cost if not included

with your cleaner.)

Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove clean

water tank (Fig. 2-12} and recovery tank. Set

tanks aside (do not set tank on furniture}.

1. With handle in upright position, tilt

cleaner back so that handle rests on the

floor.

2. With foam strip (A) located under the

netting} in position as shown, place attach-

ment on front of nozzle (B).

Make sure arrow on end of attachment

points in the direction as shown.

3. Push attachment against nozzle while

rotating attachment downward until both

ends snap into place.

Note: some force may be required to rotate

and snap attachment into place.

4. Return carpet cleaner to upright position.

Lower handle and replace recovery tank.

5. Raise handle to upright position and

reposition clean water tank.

To cleanhardfloor

Read "Before you begin cleaning" instruc-

tions on page 13.

Do not use the carpet cleaner on unsealed

hardwood floors.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors,

follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning

recommendations.

If using cleaner on sealed wood floors,

inspect floor surface for worn finish, bare

wood or separated joints. It is not recom-

mended to use the cleaner on wood floors if

any of these conditions exist.

1. Fill clean water tank according to instruc-

tions for Figs. 2-9 to 2-10.

2, Fill detergent container with HOOVER

Hard Floor Cleaner according to Bare Floor

Cleaner instructions for Fig. 2-11.

3. Slide brush setting selector to Gentle

Scrub or Off.

4. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a proper-

ly grounded outlet.

5. Step on handle release pedal and lower

handle to operating position.

6. Set Wash/Rinse (Auto-Rinse" optional}

switch to WASH. Turn cleaner on.

7. To release solution, press trigger. Slowly

move cleaner forward and backward over

area to be cleaned.

8. To pick up dirty solution, release trigger

and slowly move cleaner over area where

solution has just been dispersed. Use both

forward and reverse strokes.

9. If rinsing the floor is desired, set Rinse

Setting switch to RINSE. Repeat steps 7 Et 8.

This setting provides a water-only rinse in

both the forward and reverse strokes.

Rinsing is not necessary, but will help

remove detergent residue from the floor.

10. Empty recovery tank when the motor

sound becomes higher pitched and there is a

loss in suction (see "Automatic shut-off",

Fig. 2.18).

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11.When finished cleaning, follow "After

cleaning" instructions on page 16.

Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet and

remove squeegee from nozz]e. Rinse it in

clear water.

Picking up spills

Your HOOVER SteamVac TM cleaner may also

be used to pick up sma]l liquid spills on car-

pet, upholstery, or hard floors.

For best results, pick up spills immediately

by placing the stair/upholstery nozzle just

above the spill and suction up any residue

on top of the carpet. If the spill remains,

place either the stair/upholstery nozzle or

floor nozzle with the SpinScrub mode selec-

tor to SPILL PICK-UP in front of the spill,

pull the nozz]e very slowey over the spill

initially with suction only. Repeat with spray

and suction.

When picking up spills on hard floors, use

only the floor nozzle with the Bare Floor

Tool attachment in place (see "Cleaning hard

floors", Figs. 3.5-3.6). Slide the SpinScrub

mode selector to SP1LL PICK-UP or OFF.

If a spot is left, the stair/upholstery nozzle

is generally more effective for removing it.

Although no cleaning solution can com-

pletely remove all spots, they can be treated

by following the instructions provided by

the manufacturer of the carpet, upholstery,

or hard floor surface being cleaned.

Do not use the 5teamVac TM cleaner to pick

up flammable or combustible liquids or

chemicals.

When finished, follow "After cleaning"

instructions.

After cleaning

a. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To help

prevent matting and resoiling the carpet,

keep children and pets away from surface

until it is completely dry. If it is necessary to

wa]k on damp carpet, place towels or white

cloths on the traffic areas.

If furniture must be replaced before the car-

pet is dry, place plastic or aluminum foil

under legs of furniture so metal slides or

wood finishes will not stain the carpet.

b. Empty tanks, rinse with clear water and

let air dry. Rinse the recovery tank lid and

let air dry.

Any unused detergent may be left in the

detergent container for future use.

c. Remove lint from

filter screen located

inside recovery

tank.

d. Remove lint from

filter screen located

on bottom of

cleaner as follows.

Note: When brush-

es seem to be

rotating slow]y, dis-

connect cleaner

from elecfical out-

let and check and

clean this screen.

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To clean nozzle

If lint or other

debris becomes

lodged in nozzle, it

can be removed for

cleaning.

Unplug cleaner from

electrical outlet.

Remove both tanks

as described in

Figs. 2.9- 2.10.

With handle in

upright position,

tilt cleaner back so

that handle rests on

the floor.

Lift up rear edge oi"

nozzle. Slide nozzle

up and remove

from cleaner.

To replace nozzle,

line up tabs (A) on

nozzle with holes

[B) in cleaner. Slide

tabs into holes.

Slide nozzle com-

pletely onto clean-

er. Press down on

nozzle to secure it.

Replace recovery

tank (Fig. 2-21).

The nozzle must be

in the proper posi-

tion in order for

the recovery tank

to go on properly.

Removable brushes

Your cleaner is equipped with removable

brushes. Follow these directions for chang-

ing brush assemblies or for easy cleaning.

To remove brushes

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove clean

water tank and recovery tank. Set tanks

aside.

With handle in

upright position,

tilt cleaner back

until handle rests

on the floor.

Grab brush assem-

bly and pull firmly.

The brushes can be

cleaned under run-

ning water.

Toreplacebrushes

Align posts (A) on both ends of brush assem-

bly with slots {B) in cleaner housing.

Make sure that the square post {C) also aligns

with the square hole (D). Turn brushes slightly

until post fits easily into hole.

Press brush assembly firmly to snap into

place.

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Usingthe tools

Attach hose

Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.

I.Open hose connectionport(A).

2.Insertshorthose end,matching tabson hose

withsame-sizedslotsin connectionport.

3.Push hose intoport and lockinplace.

4.Plug solutiontube firmlyintosolution

connectionport(B).

To removehose

I.Squeeze latches{C}on top and bottom of

hose.Remove hose From port.Closedoor.

2.Remove solutiontube From solution

connectionport.

I A B

Optional tools

A. SpinScruh" handtool has rotating brushes

for extra scrubbing action on small carpet

areas, carpeted stairs and upholstery. For

some models, the brushes can be removed

for converting to the scrub module.

B. Stair/upholstery nozzle has a built-in

brush to help provide the scrubbing action

some spots may need for removal.

C. Scrub module with detachable scrub pad

attaches to the base oF the SpinScrub TM hand

tool (in place of brush module). Can be used

to scrub stubborn areas such as scuff marks,

dried spills, and in hard to reach areas on

hard surfaces.

D. Crevice Tool can be used to clean along

edges of carpet, carpeted stairs and on

upholstery.

SpinSerub TM hand tool

(Optional)

To remove the _1_

SpinScrub TM hand

tool pull too] down

and outward.

To reposition the

tool, reverse this

procedure.

Y i

How to reattach tool cover

The tool cover is

designed with a

break-away feature

which allows it to

snap Free if it is

pushed open too

far.

To reattach, align

hinges of cover with

holes on sides of tool

storage area. Snap

door into place.

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How to attach optional tools

Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.

G 1. Place handle in upright position and

remove hose from rack.

All tools attach to the hose in the same

manner:

2.Connecttooltohose by slidingitonto

connector until the tab [G)locks it securely.

Using your thumb, push forward and up on

the latch (H) to remove tool.

After using

tool

Drain suction hose by

turning cleaner ON

and holding nozzle up

for several minutes.

Do not press trigger.

Unplug cleaner from

electrical outlet.

Disconnect hose and solution tube from

cleaner.

Drain solution tube

by placing round end

in sink and raising

nozzle above your

head. Press the trig-

ger (Fig. 3.19).

The tool caddy can

be removed and

hung on a coat

hanger for storage or

placed back on the

cleaner [Fig.3.20].

Attaching scrubmodule

(Optional)

1. Open the tool door and remove the Spin-

Scrub" hand tool.

2. Grasp the sides of the brush module and

lift it from the base {J}.

3. Snap scrub module onto the base.

Note: lFmay be necessary to rotate the scrub

module [K) slightly so it will align properly

to the base.

Using the scrub tool

With a little solution,

test the scrub tool on

a hidden area before

using on the desired

surface, lfno surface

change is visible,

continue to use as

described below.

1. Attach hose and

solution tube as

instructed in Figs. 3.13 to 3.14.

2. Place handle in upright position.

3. Fill dean water tank according to instruc-

tions ForFigs. 2,9 to 2.10.

4. Fill detergent container with HOOVER

Hard Floor Cleaning Solution according to

instructions for Fig. 2.11.

5. Attach tool to end of hose.

6. Hold scrub tool above area to be cleaned

and press trigger to dispense solution.

7. Release trigger and scrub area with tool.

Pick up dirty solution with squeegee as

shown.

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After using scrub tool

To clean scrub pad, pull it off module. Wash

it in water with mild detergent. Rinse and let

air dry. Pad must be completely dry before

reattaching to module.

Replavcement pads may also be purchased.

Ask for HOOVER part no. 40308001.

Cleaning carpeted stairs

Read "Before you begin cleaning" instruc-

tions on page 13.

1. Attach hose and solution tube as in-

structed in Figs. 3.13 to 3.14.

2. Place handle in upright position. Agitator

brushes will not rotate while handle is in

upright position.

3. Fill clean water tank according to instruc-

tions for Figs. 2.9 to 2.10.

4. Fill detergent container with HOOVER

Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to

instructions for Fig. 2.11.

5. Attach tool to end of hose.

6. Hose length may require that machine be

placed at the top of the stairs to clean upper

half of stairway and at bottom of stairs to

clean lower half.

To prevent machine from falling, use extra

caution when cleaning on stairs.

Do not place cleaner on stairs.

Do not point tools toward people or pets.

7. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly

grounded outlet.

8. Set Rinse Setting switch to WASH-Rinse.

Turn cleaner ON.

9. Pre-spray the carpeted stair by holding

the tool [A) or (B) about one inch above the

carpet and push it forward while pressing

the trigger (equals one wet stroke}{Fig 2.23}.

10. Position tool against the riser and

slightly press it into carpet pile. Press the

trigger and pull the tool slowly over the

carpet (second wet stroke}. Release trigger at

end of stroke.

11. Lift tool, and position it against riser.

Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing

trigger [dry stroke} {Fig. 2.24}.

12. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help pre-

vent streaking.

It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as

described above. End with more dry strokes

to aid in faster drying of carpet.

To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more

than 4 wet strokes over any one area. Always

end with dry strokes.

If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until

the carpet is completely dry before using the

tool again.

13. Empty recovery tank when the motor

sound becomes higher pitched and there is

a loss in suction [see "Automatic shut-off",

Fig. 2.18}.

When finished cleaning, follow "After clean-

ing" instructions on page 16 and "After

using tool" instructions on page 19.

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