Hoover 56518114 User Manual

HOOVER.

Widepath

The Easy to Use Deep Cleaner

Congratulations on your purchase

Steam Vac' Widepath cleaners have 6 rotating
brushes that deep clean carpets and scrub
bare floors!

SteamVac™ Widepath Deep Cl eaner cleans carpet fibers

by applying hottap water and cleaning solution.

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56518114

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in and Retain

This HOOVER deep cleaner is
designed for deep cleaning carpet,
rugs, carpeted stairs and upholstery.
The model and serial numbers are
located on the data label on the back
of the handle.

For your personal records, please
enter the COMPLETE mode! and serial
numbers in the spaces provided and
retain this information.

Your deep cleaner is model

and has serial number

It is suggested that you attach your
sales receipt to this owner s manual.

Verification of date of purchase may
be required for warranty service of
your Hoover product.

I ndex

Important safeguards
Assembly

How to use

How to clean

Maintenance

Warranty...................................................15

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Carton contents......................................3

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Agitator speed selector

Automatic “shut-off’

Deep cleaner description

Emptying the recovery tank .... 8

Filling the clean solution tank . 7-8

After cleaning

Before you begin ...................................9

Carpet cleaning....................................10

Cleaning bare floors

Clean Surge^’’’Feature
Picking up spills

Using the tools.....................................11

Attaching tools..................................11

Cleaning carpeted stairs...................12

Cleaning upholstery

Scrub module

Headlight replacement.........................13

if you have a problem...........................14

Lubrication
Service

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Storage.................................................14

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ENGLISH pp. 1-15
ESPANOL-» pag. 16-25
FRANÇAIS p. 26-34

Review this manual before

operating deep cleaner

Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLI-

WARNING

Use indoors only.
Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do
not immerse product.
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See “Grounding Instructions”.
Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
Do not use without tanks in place.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not place deep cleaner on stairs.
Use deep cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.
Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company; others may
cause hazards.

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The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If an extension cord is
absolutely necessary, use at least a 16 gauge 3-wire cord which has a 3-prong
grounding type plug and a 3-pole receptacle that accepts the machine plug.
Unplug deep cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Unplug before connecting the powered hand tool.
Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the deep 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, close door on cord or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a
Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized HooverWarranty Service Dealer.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance Is used by or near
children. Do not allow deep cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at
any time.
Do not point tools toward people or pets.
Use only commercially available floor cleaners intended for machine
application. Do not use any type of wax with deep cleaner.
To assist In reducing drying time, be certain the area is well ventilated when
using detergents and other cleaners with this machine.
Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children’s reach.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where 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 is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the deep cleaner. They may damage
the machine.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
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 they are
dry. Keep children and pets away from carpets until they are completely dry.
Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.

Save these instructions

precaution, including the following:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:

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Grou nd i ng

Instructions

This nppllanao must bo grounded, If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis

tance for electrical current to reduce the

risk of electric shock. This appliance Is
equippcid with a cord having an equip
ment-grounding conductor (C) and
grounding plug (A). The plug must bn
plugged into an appropriate outlet (B)

that is properly ¡nstallod and grounded in

accordance with ali local codes and
ordinances.

As se m bly

DANGER-

Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in the
risk of cjlectric shock, Check with a qual
ified electrician or service person if you
are in doubt os to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the appliance - If It
will not fit the outlet, have 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 tllustratod in
sketch (A).

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. The temporary adopter should
be used only until a properly grounded
outlet (B) can be installed by a qualified
electrician. The green colored rigid ear,
lug, or the like (F) extending from the
adapter must bo connected to a perma
nent ground (G) such as a properly
grounded outlet box cover. Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held in

place by a metal screw, NOTE: In

Canada, the use of a temporary adapter
Is not permitted by the Canadian

Electrical Code.

Carton contents

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1 \

Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and identify the
parts shown. Remove and dispose of the packing.

A.

Deep cleaner

B.

Upper handle with powered hand tool OR
Upper handle with powered hand tool and
scrub module*

c.

Bolts (2)

D.

Nuts (3 - one extra included)

E.

Carpet/Upholstery Detergent (some have 2 bottles)

F.

Bare Floor Cleaner*

G.

PreCleaner Spray*

H. Bare floor attachment*

E F G

I. Hose holder
J. Crevice too!*
K. Nozzle cleanout-tool*

Contained in carton with hose:
L. Hose
M. Stair/upholstery nozzle
N. Tool holder and screw (taped on rack under nozzle)
‘Included with some models

The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing (LS model shown).

Assemble handle

Attach upper handle

Remove clean solution tank (upper tank)
from hoop cleaner.

With hose hook (A1) and cord hook (A2) to
back of deep cleaner, push upper handle
down onto lower handle, Push boltS Into
holes on front of handle. If bolts m \l not

go through hole easily handle is not
pushed completely down.

Attach hose holder

Position hose holder (B) onto handle by
matching tabs on rack with openings on
back of handle. Make sure holes for
bolts are aligned.

Replace clean solution tank (upper tank)
by positioning bottom first. Press on
tank handle to snap top of tank into
place.

Place nuts in recessed areas on back of
handle. Hold each nut in place while

tightening each bolt securely (from the

front of the handle) with a Phillips screw
driver,

Only two nuts are needed on this model,

The extra nut is not required hut has

been provided for your convenience,

Att ach tool holder
Remove tool and taped screw from

holder.

Insert projections on holoer Into slots on
back of cleaner.

When handle sections are completely
together, squeeze trigger (C) and
depress Clean Surge™ Button* (D) on
upper handle.

You will hear a “snap”when the trig
ger rod is in place.

*some models

Slide rack down into place. Insert screw
at (E) and tighten with a Phillips screw
driver

Press cord into cord clip on back of
handle- Pull cord light and wrap cord
around hooks (A2).

Storing hose & tools

Store hose on holder by first positioning

hose In front section of clip.

Continue wrapping hose under iower
hook (F), Snap hose end fully into hold
er (G).

Ensure that the hose end is pushed down completely into bolder (G),

Slide crevice too! (H) into holder (some
models only).

Position stalr/upholstery nozzie in holder
at base of cloanor and snap it into placo
as shown at arrow.

To remove powered hand tool (1). puli it

down and outward.
To reposition the tool, reverse this piroce­dure,

To remove the scrub moduki’^ (J), grasp

It at the sides and pull it forward,

To rc?positlon module, fit tabs in the stor
age area into holes on back of module,
Push module to snap it securely into
position.

'^'included with some models, storage on
LS model only

insert end of bare floor attachment
{soma models only) into holder and snap
into clip as shown.

How to reattach tool
cover

Th e 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.

Powered hand tool

The powered hand too! is shipped in a
plastic bag for protection. Remove the
bag before using the tool by first open
ing tool door.

2. How to use

Deep Cleaner Description

The a ssGmbled deep cleaner will look like the drawing.
L5 modfil shown.

1. Hand grip

2. Solution trigger; press to

release clean solution,

3. Clean Surge™ button*

4. Hose

5. Hose holder: wrap hose

around holder and top hose
hook (6) for storage.

6. Hose hook

7. Cord hooks: wrap cord

around hooks for storage,
The top hook can be rotated
right or left for quick and
easy cord release.

8. Scrub module*

9. Powered hand tool

10. Carrying handle

11. Clean solution tank handle

12. Clean solution tank cap/
measuring cup

13. Clean solution tank: holds

r.loaning solution.

14. Recovery tank handle:

raise handle to unlock ttink

for removal; lower handle

forward to lock tank into
position.

15. Recovery tank; holds dirty

solution.

Operate deep cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner.
Plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.

16. Brush speed selector:

slide seiector to set brush
speed on HI, LO, or OFF.

17. Hood

18. H6^dll9ht: on both sides of

the hood

19. EcIQO bristles: on both sides

of the hood for cleaning
close to edges of carpet.

20. Nozzle

21. Cleaning mode indicator:

shows either floor or tool
usage

22. ON/OFF pedal

23. Handle release pedal: step

on pedal to lower handle to
operating (floor) position;

24. Stair/upholstery nozzle

25. Crevice tool*

26. Bare floor attachment*

*lnc1uded with some models
This deep cleaner is intended

for household use.

ON/OFF pedal & Handle release pedal

Step on pedal (A) to turn deep cleaner
on. Stop on pedal again to turn deep
cleaner off,

Step on pedal (B) to lower handle to

operating position, Handle does not lock

into a singlo position but floats to allow

convenient operation.

Cleaning mode

ind icator

Indicator will show a groon window next
to FLOOR (C) when handle is in the
operating position for cleaning carpel
rugs and bare floors.

InriicaTor will show a green window next
to TOOL (D) when handle is in the
upright position for tool use on stairs,
upholstery, etc.

Deep c eaner automatically diverts

suction from FLOOR to TOOL when

handle is raised from the operating to
the upright position.

To transport

To move your deep cleaner from room to
room put handle in upright and locked
position tilt deep cleaner back on
wheels and push forward.

The deep cleaner may also be lifted by

placing a hand under the upper clean
solution tank handle as shown.

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utomatic shut off

When the recovery tank (lower tank) is ful!
the automatia shutoff mechanism will shut
off the deep cleaner suction (SUCtiOII Will

be noticeably reduced).

At that time the yellow float disk will rise
to the top of the recovery tank lid (E].
The deep cleaner will no longer pick up
dirty solution and the motof SOUild Will

become noticeably higher in pitch.
When this happens turn deep cleaner

off and empty recovery tank before

continuing use.
Check clean solution tank also; it may

need to be refilled.

Do not use without float and float
retainer in place. If broken or dis
lodged, take to an Authorized Hoover
Service Center or Dealer for repair.

Brush speed selector

Your 'StoamVao' deep cleaner hae Three
agitator brush settings.

HI - for norma! cleaning of carpet and

bare floors

LO - for gentle cleaning of carpets and

bare floors

OFF - for Cleaning carpets and bare

Floors when brushing is not desired.

{Such as when picking up liquid spills.
See page 10.)

Slide selector button to the desired sei-

Ting before cleaning,

The tan ks

Clean solution tank

(upper ta nk)

The clean solution tank holds the clean
ing solution that Is to be dispersed onto
the surface to be ckianed,

How to fi I I

Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.

Place deep cleaner handle in the
upright, locked position.

To remove tank, press down on tank
handle and pull forward.

Carry tank to a sink. Rotate tank cap
counterclockwise and lift up to remove
cap.

For heavy traffic areas:
Pre-treat with HOOVER PreCleaner*

Spray.
If you do not have access to the

PreCleaner Spray, double the amount
of HOOVER Detergent (use 2 capfuls
or 10 ounces per 1 gallon tank).

’‘'Available at additional cost if not

included with your model.

Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a
measuring cup.
Using cap. measure detergent following
the chart below,

For carpet, carpeted stairs and uphol
stery:

Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) v\flth HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery Detergent

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For bare floors;
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER

Bare Floor Cleaner*

Do not uso Bare Floor Cleanea* on carpet or
upholstery. Do not US6 ЭПу type Of W3X

with your ‘SteamVac*Widepatti deep
cleaner.

Continu о cl

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NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.

They at'e specially formulated for use
with your SteamVac^ deep cleaner,

CAUTION: Detergents contain
Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In

case of contact with eyes, flush with

coid water for 15 minutes, in case of

contact with skin, wash with water, if

Irritation persists, call a physician.

For Medical Information (U.S.) call

1-800-752-7869.

Replace cap, Rotate cap clockwise

until it locks In place. Cap must be
locked In place for proper perfor
mance and to prevent leaking.

Pour detergent into tank. Fill tank to
fill line (B) (1 gallon) with hot tap
water.

To assure proper performance, US6 Only

HOOVER cleaning detergent.

Position bottom of tank Into unit and

press on tank handle to snap tank into

place.

If rubber ring (C) on cap has become
dislodged, reposition it with uneven

side against ledge (D) as shown.

Recovery tank

(lower tank)

The recovery tank holds the dirty solu
tion that is picked up from the carpet.

When the recovery tank is fuN, the auto

matic shut-off will engage (see page 7)
and the tank must be emptied.

How to empty

Turn deep cleaner off and disconnect
from electrical outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank (Fig.2-8) by pressing

down on tank handle and pulling for

ward! set tank .aside (do not set tank

on furniture).

Step on handle release pedal (Fig, 2-2)
and lower handle until it rests on the

floor.

R.aisc handle to carrying position
(straight up) to unlock tank from base of
deep cleaner. Lift tank from deep clean
er and carry it to a sink or drain,

To remove tank lid, lower handle com

pletely toward back of tank and liftoff

lid.

Empty the tank and reposition the lid.

For full suction, it is important that
the recovery tank lid is properly
secured before cleaning.

Raise tank handle to carrying position to
place it into base of deep cleaner. Move

handle completely forward to lock tank

into place (see Fig. 2-15),

Raise handle of deep cleaner to upright

position and reposition upper clean

solution tank,

3. How to clean

Before you begin

cleaning

a. Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet, use

a HOOVER vacuum cleaner with an agi

tator for best results, Vacuum upholstery
with a vacuum cieanc?r with cleaning
tool attachments. Use a crevice tool to

reach into tufts and folds. Do not use

the 'SteamVac’deep cleaner as a dry
vacuum cleaner.

b. For upholstery, check cleaning
code - Use your HOOVER 'SteamVac'

'Widepath' deep cleaner only if the
upholstery fabric is marked with a "W"
(for *'wet” clean) or "S/VV" (f or
"solvent/dry" or 'wot" clean). DO not

clean fabric marked "S” (“solvent/dry”
clean only). If your upholster y dons not

have a code, seek professional assis

tance.

C.Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent

and water according to the instructions

under "Fill clean solution tank". Figs. 2-8 to
2—14. Wet a white absorbent cloth with the
solution. In a small, hidden area, gently rub
the surface with the dampened cloth, Wait
ten minutes and check for color reinoval or
bleed with white paper towel or cloth, If sue
facr3 has more than ono color, check all coh
ors.

d. When cleaning entire floor, move
furniture out of area to be cleaned

(may not be necessary if only high traffic
areas are to be cleaned], For furniture
too heavy to move, place aluminum foil
or wax paper under legs. This will pre
vent wood finishes from staining carpet.
Pin up furniture skirts and draperies,

e. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic
areas with HOOVER® PreCleaner*-

Test PreCie-iSner for coiorfostness by First
spraying it on a hidden area; wait ten
minutes and blot with white paper towels
or cloth.

If no color change ts visible, spray

ProCleaner onto spots and traffic areas,
Watt at least ten minutes. Use your
’StoamVac’ ’Widepath’ deep cleaner to pick
up PreCleaner and spot, Repeat until spot
is removed; cartifully scrub with a house
hold scrub brush if necessary,

Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with

PieCleaner

If you do not have access to the

PreCleaner Spray, double the amount

of HOOVER Detergent (use 2 capfuls
or 10 oz. per 1 gallon) in the clean
solution tank.

No cleaning soFutlon removes all stains from

all carpets. Stain removal varies with the
type of spill, time elapsed before removni,

carpet material, and carpet

f. To prevent staining, use plastic or alu

minum foil to ptotect wood or metal sur

faces frem possible water spray.

g. To avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs/car-

pet, either move area rugs/ carpet to a non

wood bare floor surface gr place waterproof
material (e g. plastic) underneath them

before cleaning.

‘Available at additionai cost if not included
with your model,

See pages 10-13 for instructions on various
cleaning tasks.

After cleaning

3. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To
help prevent matting and resoiling the
carpet, keep children and pots away
from surface until it is Completely dry. If

it is necessary to walk on damp car

pet, place towels or white cloths on the
traffic areas.

If furniture must be replaced before the
carpet is dry, place plastic or aluminum
foil under legs of furniture so metal
slides or wood Finishes will not stairi the
carpet.

e. Remove lint from filter screen located
on bottom of cleaner as follows. Note:

When brushes seem to be rotating
slowly, disconnect deep cleaner from
electicai outlet and check and clean
this screen.

Tilt alnarter back so handle testa on floor,
Squeeze frame, lift and pull It out. Wipe

off screen and push frame back into
place.

b. If desired, the carpet may be rinsed,
Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning,

but It may improve the surface's appear
ance after It is dry.

If rinsing is desired, be careful not to
over-wet the carpet or upholstery,

Allow time for carpet or upholstery to
dry completely between cleaning and
rinsing. To rinse, follow the same proce

dure for cleaning only ufiing hot tap
water with no detergent in the upper
clean solution tank.

C. Empty ranks, rinse with

and let air dry. Rinse the solution tank
cap and recovery tank lid and let air dry.

Return cloanor to upright position,

Clearwater

f. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after

carpet has completely dried, This will
help reduce any shading left by the
deep cleaner s brushes,

To clean nozzle

If lint or

Other

dribrts becomes lodged in

nozzle, do not attempt to remove
nozzle cover.

Pour one to two cups of clear water on a

non-carpeted floor, DO DOt pour water

onto a wood floor

Pick up the water with your deep clean

er, Repeat as necessary until debris is
flushed out of nozzle.

d. Remove lint from filter screen located

inside recovery tank,

Some models have a nozzle clean-out
tool for removing debris or if a non-car-

peted floor Is not available, To use the
tool]

Disconnect deep cleaner from electri
cal outlet.

Slide too! into nozzle and remove debris
as shown.

Continued q

To cfean the outside of the machine,
wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in
warm water and mild detergent. Do ROl

use solvent or petroleum based prod
ucts to dean the machine.

Carpet Cleaning

Read '"Before you begin cleaning'’
instructions on page 9.

1 , Fill clean solution tank (upper tank)
with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according to instructions for
Figs, 2-8 to 2-1 4.

2, Move speed selector to LO for gen
tle cleaning or H! for normal cleaning.

3, Dry hands and plug cord into a prop

erly grounded outlet.
Do not cfean over floor electrical out

lets.

4, 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 opeirating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.

5. Squeeze trigger to release cleaning
solution and SlOWly push deep cleaner
forward (equals one wet stroke),

6. Continue to squeeze trigger and

slowly pull deep cleaner back toward

you (second wet stroke). Release trigger
and slowly push deep cleaner forward
over area Just sprayed with solution (dry
stroke). Then SlOWly pull deep cleaner
back toward you without squoozing trig
ger (dry stroke).

7. Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre
vent streaking,

Keep nozzle flat on floor for both for

ward and reverse strokes.

8, For heavily soiled areas, repeat steps

5-7, Avoid saturating carpet, as noted

below.

9, For particularly soiled carpet or

spots, use the Clean Surge^^ button

(see following section). 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,)

Empty recovery tank when the motor

sound becomes higher pitched and

thoro is a loss in suction (soo

‘Automatic shut-off”, Fig, 2-6)

When finished cleaning, follow "After

cleaning*' instructions on pages 9.

(some models)

The 'Clean Surge’ button can be used to
dispense extra solution when cleaning
particularly soiled areas of carpet or spots,

To use. press 'Clean Surge’ button while
squeezing solution trigger, For normal
solution spray, release button and contin
ue to squeeze solution trigger,

Cloaning bare floors

How to attach bare floor
attachment
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri

cal outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove

clean solution tank {Fig, 2-8) and recov
ery tank (Fig. 2-15) before positioning
bare floor attachment.
Set tanks aside (do not set tank on furni
ture) .

1 . With handle In upright position, tilt

cleaner back so that handle rests on the

floor.

10

(some models)

Pic king up spills

Your deep cleaner may also be used to
pick up small liquid spills (1 gallon or

iess, never to exceed 1/4 inch in
depth) on carpet, upholstery, or bare

floors.

1. For best results, pick up spills Imme
diately by placing the stafr/upholstery
nozzlejust above the spill and suction
up any rcisiduo on top of the carpet,

2. If the spill remains, place either the
stair/ upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle
with brushes turned OFF in fronlof thin
spill, puli the nozzle very slowly over the
spill Initiaily with suction only.

Ropeiat with spray and suction.

2. With foam strip (A) (located undasr the
netting) in position as shown, place
attachment on from of nozzle (B).

Make sure arrow on t/rnri of attachment

points ih the direction as shown,

When picking up spills on bare ftoors,
use only the floor nozzle with the bare
floor attachment (some models) in place
and speed selector in the OFF position

(this will help prevent spreading the spill).

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 treat

ed by following the instructions provided
by the manufacturer of the carpet, uphol
stery, or bare floor surface being cleaned,

Do not use the deep clean«' to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids or
chemicals.

When tlnishc'd, follow "Afrer cleaning”
instructions on pages 9,

3. Push attachment against nozzle while

rotating attachment downward until both

ends snap into place,

{Mole; Some force may be required to
rotate and snap attachment into place.)

4. Return deep cleaner to upright posi
tion. Lower handle and replace recovery
tank.

5. Raise handle to upright position and
reposition clean solution tank.

To clean floor
Read “Before you begin cleaning”

instructions on page 9.
Do not use the deep cleaner on hard

wood floors.

1. Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bnra Floor Clo.onor^ aooording to
instructions for Figs, 2-8 to 2-14,

Do not use any type of wax with your
deep cleaner.

2. Move speed selector to the Lo or HI
position for scrubbing or OFF if
scrubbing is not desired.

3. Dry hands and plug deep cleaner

into a properly grounded outlet.

4. Step on handle release pedal and
lower handle to operating position; turn
deep cleaner ON.

5. To release solution, press trigger,
Slowly move deop cleaner forward end
backward over area to be cleaned,

6. To pick up dirty solution, release trig
ger end slowly move deep cleaner over

area where solution has Just been dis

persed. Use both forward and reverse

strokes.

7. Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitchesd and
there is a toss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off , Fig.2-6)

8. When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning " instructions on pages 9-10.

Disconnect deep cleaner from electri
cal outlet and remove attachment from

nozzle. Rinse it in clear water, Do not

remove plastic screen or foam from
attachment.

’^availabie at additional cost if not includ
ed with your model

Using the tools

Your model includes some combination
of the following tools.

A. Powered hand tool 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 buiit-in

brush to help provide the scrubbing
fiction some spots may need for
removal.

C. Scrub module with detachable

scrub pad* attaches to the base of the
powered 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 sur
faces,

D. Crevice tool* can be used to clean

along edges of carpet, carpeted stairs
and on upliolstery,

some models

How to attach tools
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri

cal outlet.

1. Place handle in upright position and
remove hose from rack,

All tools attach to the hose in the same
manner!

2. Connect tool to hose by sliding it onto
connector until the tab (C) locks it
securely,

Using your thumb, push forward and up
on the latch (D) to remove tool as
shown,

Before using tool

it may be necessary to remove air from
the system ( prime the pump" ) so the
clean solution wi!i flow to the tool, Follow
these steps!

1 . Attach tool to hose and turn the deep
cleaner ON,

2. Put the tool on a hard surface or
against your hand to block off the suc
tion.

3. Wait a few socond.s (can take up to 15

seconds). Then squeeze the trigger and
begin cleaning.

Follow the instructions on pages 1 2-13
for the appropriate cleaning task.

Attaching scrub module*

1 . Open the tool door and remove the
powered hand tool.

2. Grasp the sides of the brush module
and lift it from the base (E),

3, Pul) scrub module from deep cleaner
and snap it onto the base.

Note: It may be necessary to rotate the

scrub module (F) slightly so it will align
properly to the base.

Using the scrub tocDl

With a little solution, test the scrub
tool on a hidden area before using on
the desired surface. If no surface

change is visible, continue to use as

described below.

1, Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner* according to
instructions for Figs. 2-8 to 2-14.

2, Hold scrub too! above area to be
cleaned and press trigger to dispense
solution.

3, Release trigger and scrub area with
tool. Pick up dirty solution with
squeegee as shown.

*included with some models

Continued

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After using scrub tool

To clean scrub pad, puM it off module,

Wash it in water with mild detorgont,
Rinse and let air dry.

Pad must btî compiniely dry before rcîOT­tachlng to module and storing on deep
cleaner.

Roplaaement pads may also be pur
chased. Ask for HOOVER pari no,

40308001.
To store scub module, remove scrub

module from tool In same manner as
removing the brush module.

Align openings on back of module with
tabs in storages area (G),

Push module into position.

Cleaning carpeted

sta 1rs

Read “Before you begin cleaning”

instructions on page 9.

1, Place handle in upright position.

Agitator brushes will not rotate while
handle is in upright position.

2, Fill clean solution tank with FIOOVER
Carpjot/Upholstery Detergent according
to instructions for Figs. 2-8 to 2-1 4.

3, Attach tool to end of hose,

4, Hose length may rcjquiro that machine
be placed at the top of the stairs to

clean upper half of stairway and at bot
tom of stairs to clean lower half.

To prevent machine from falling, use
extra caution when cleaning on stairs.

Do not place deep cleaner on stairs.
Do not point tools toward people or

pets.

5, Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into
a property grounded outlet.

6, Turn deep cleaner ON. If necessary,

refer to "Before using tool" section to
remove air from the system,

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After using tool

1. Follow steps a and b for 'After clean

ing" on page 9,

2. Rinse tool and hose by fliling sink
with a small amount of water. Turn
deep cleaner ON and pickup the water

with the toot.

7, Pre -spray the carpeted stair by hold
ing the tool (A) or (B) about one inch
above the carpel and push it forward
while pressing the trigger (equals one
wet stroke),

8. Position tool against the riser and sliglitly
press ft into carpet pile. Press the trigger and
pull the tool SiCMfly over tlie carpet (second
wet stroke). Release trigger at end of stroke.

3. Dra in hose by turning deep clea.ner

ON and holding end of hose up for sev
eral seconds, Do not press trigger.

4. Disconnect deep cleaner from electri
cal outlet.

5. Drain solution tube (located inside
hose) by pointing end of hose in sink
and pressing trigger,

6. Proceed with steps c. d, and e, for

'After cleaning ' on page 9.

9. Lift tool, and position !t against riser.
Pull tool slowly over carpet without
pressing trigger (dry stroke),

It IS best to altern.ate wet and dry strokes
as described above. End with more dry
strokes to aid in foster drying of carpet.

1 0. Overlap strokes by 112 inch to hc3ip
prevent streaking,

To avoid saturating carpet, do not use
more than 4 wet strokes over any one
area. Always end with dry strokes.

If additional cloaning is necessary wait

until the carpet is completely dry before
using the tool again,

11. Empty recovery tank when th€2 motor
sound becomes higher pitched and

thoro ¡5 a loss in suction (see ’Automatic

shut-off", Fig, 2-6).

When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning” instructions on pagn 9 and
"After using tool” instructions on page 12.

Cleaning upholstery

Read “Before you begin cleaning”

instructions on page 9.

Bfi sure to chock the cleaning codt; on

your upholstery. Use your deep cleaner

only on upholstery marked “W”or
“W/S”.

1. Place handle in upright position,

Agitator brushes will not rotate while
handle is in upright position.

2. Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Carpet/Uphoistfiry Dntergc^nl according

to instructions for Figs, 2a-8 to 2-1 4.

3. Attach too! to end of hose.

Do not point tools toward people or
pets,

4. Dry hands and plug deep cleaner Into

a properly grounded outlet.

5. Turn deep cleaner ON. If necessary,
rnfor to 'Bofore
remove air from the system.

6. Gently press the tool onto The fabric,

U-sing

ton! '

section

to

Press the trigger and slowly pull the noz
zle over the fabric.

7, Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help
prevent streaking,

Make additional strokes without pressing

the trigger to remove more moisture,

8. To clean in corners or creases, lift the

tool onn-fialf inch from the fabric and

press the solution trigger. The crevice

too! (included in some models) Is very
useful for this task,

9, Vacuum up the solution with the tool
without pressing the trigger,

10. For heavily soiled areas, It may be

necessary to repeat the cleaning
process, Make crisscrossing strokes to
the original pattern; overlap each pass.

Make no more than 2 passes with the
solution over any one area to prevent
over-wetting and damage to fabric.

If additional cleaning is necessary, wait
until the upholstery is completely dry
before using the tool again.

11. Empty recovery tank when tho motor
sound becomes higher pitched and

there is a loss in suction (soo "Automatic

shut-off', Fig. 2-6),
Whe n finished cleaning, follow "After

cleaning" ihstructfons on page 9 and
"After using tool" instructions on page 12.

la i ntena nee

HeadI ight

replacement

Wh at: to buy

hasn typo bulb, part nO.

27313106.

Wh ere to buy

Bulbs may be
rized Hoover dealers (Depot), Hoover
Factory Service Centers, or through The
Hoover Company online at

WWW,

Removable brushes

Your deep cleaner Is equipped with

removable brushes for easy cleaning,

To r emove brushes

Disconnect cleaner from electrical

outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove

clean solution lank and recovery tank.

Set tanks aside.

The deep cleaner uses a 7 volt, wedge

purchascid

hoover

com

from autho

How to replace

Turn cleaner off and with dry hands,
disconnect deep cleaner from electri
cal outlet.

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the screw as shown and liftoff lens.

2. PuM old bulb straight out of socket.

3. Push nnw bulb straight into socket until
locked into place,

Excessive force is not required.

Roposition lens and secure with screw.

Press handle release pedal to lower
handle. Turn cleaner over so bottom is

facing up.

brush assembly cut slightly to reveal
latches (B).

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Press both latches (B) and pul! brush
block out. The brushes can be cleaned

under rurtning water.

To replace brushes

Align posts (C) on both ends of brush
assembly with slots (D) in cleaner hous

ing,

Make sure that the square post (E) also
aligns with the square hole (F). Turn
brushes slightly until post fits easily into
hole,

Stc;ora ge

Before storing!

• Empty solution tank and rinse

thoroughly with clean water.

• Replace empty solution tank and
turn deep cleaner ON, Squeeze
trigger and push deep cleaner for
ward and back several times to

oxpfil any solution remaining in the

deep cleaners system. (Do not use
deep cle.snor on wood floors.)

• Empty recovery tank and rinse
thoroughly with clean water,

Allow brushes and underside of deep
cleaner to air dry thoroughly before

storing deep cleaner on a carpeted or

wood surface-

Do not store deep cleaner with a full

solution tank in place.

Lubri cation

The motor is t;qulpped with bearings
Which contain sufficient lubrication for
the life of the motor. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage. Do not

add lubricanl to motor bearings.

4. If you have a
problem

If a minor problem occurs, it usually con
be solved quite easily when the cause is

found by using the check list below.

Problem: Machine won’t run

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Not firmly plugged in

• Plug unit in firmly

No voltage in wall plug

• Check fuse or breaker

• Blown fuse/tripped breaker

• Replace fuse/reset breaker

Problem: Low suction

Possible cause

Possible solution

- Recovery tank full/automatrc
shut off engaged

• Remove and csmpty recovery tank

> Blockage in tool on end of hose

• Remove tool and clear blockage

• Recovery tank lid not on
correctly

• Make sure lid Is on securely

• Recovery tank lid not on
correctly

• Make sure lid is firmly in piar.n

• Pump needs to be “primed”|when
using tool)

• See Before using toof^ section, p.11

Problem: Bmshes won’t rotate during

floor cleaning

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Dirty filter screen on bottom of unit

• Clean scf Gon as shown in Fig. 3-2

• Speed selector on OFF

• Move spofid selector to Low or Hi

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Problem: Clean solution won’t

dispense

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Solution tank not firmly in place

• Make sure tank is securely locked in

position

• Soluhon tank empty

• Refill tank according to Instructions for

surface being cloanod

oervi ce

To otatein approved HOOVER aervine
and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the

nearest Hoover Factofy Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Deaier (Depot) by:

• checking the Yeilow Poges under

Vacuum Cjeaners - Household" OR

• checking the list of Factory Service

Centers provided with this cleaner
OR-

• calling

• checking the Service section of The

1-800-944-9200

automated referral of authorized
service outlet locations (U,S. only)
OR-

Hoover Company on-line at

for an

WWW, h cover, com

Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover

Company in North Canton for service,
This

will only result in delay.

[f further assistance is needed, contact

The Hoover Company Consumer

Response Center, North Canton, Ohio

44720 Phone: [phone].

In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
Phone; 1-800-263-6376.

Always Identify your cleaner by the Com
plete model number when requesting

information or ordering ports. (The

model number appears oh the bottom of
the cleaner.)

Ful i One Year

Wa rra nty

(Domestic Use)

Your HOOVER® appliance is warranted

in normal household use. in accordance

with the Owners Manual against original

defects in material and workmanship for
a period of one full year from date of
purchase. This warranty provides, at no

cost to you, all labor and parts to place

this appliance in correct operating con

dition during the warranted period, This

warranty applies when the appliance Is

purchased in thca United States including
its territories and possessions, or in
Canada or from a U. S. Military
Exchange, Appliances purchased else

where are covered by a limited one year
warranty which covers the cost of parts
only. This warranty does not apply If the
appliance is used in a commercial or
rental application.

Wa rranty service can only be obtained

by presenting the appliance to one of

the following authorized warranty ser
vice outlets, Proof of purchase will be
required before service is rendered,

1. Hoover Factory Service Centers.

2. Hoover Authorized Warranty
Service Dealers (Depots),

For an automated referral of autho
rized service outlets in the U.S.A.,
phone [phone] OR

visit The Hoover Company on-line at

WWW. hoover, com

This warranty does not cover pick up
delivery, or house calls,' however, if you
mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory
Service Center for warranty service,
transportation will ho paid one way.

While this warranty gives you specific
logEit rights, you may also have other
rights which vary from state to slate.

If further assistance Is needed, or if

there are questions concerning this war
ranty or the availability of warranty ser
vice outlets, write or phone the

Consumer Response Center, The
Hoover Company, 101 East Maple St.,
North Canton, Ohio 44720,
Phone [phone].

In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
1-800-263-6376.

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