Hoover F5863-900, F5861-900, F5857-900, F5853-900 Owner’s Manual

HOOVER .

The Easy to

Use Deep

Cleaner

with

attached

tools

This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before

being shipped from the factory. If you should happen to rleed assistance during assembly or operation, call

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized

service outlet locations (U.S. only) or

1-330-499-9499 (U.S,) ,_,nd1-800-263-6376 (Canada) to

speak with a Hoover representative.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT

TO THE STORE.

Owner s

Manua

Review this manual before oper- ating deep cleaner,

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Record and Retain

This HOOVER deep cleaner is designed for deep cleaning of carpet, and rugs. It can also be used to clean carpeted stairs and upholstery.

The model and serial numbers are located on the data label on the back of the deep cleaner handle.

For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE

model 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.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction 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 and grounding plug (A), The plug must

be plugged into an appropriate outlet (B) that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances,

GROUNDING PIN (B)

DANGER-

Improper connection of the eclmipnlent-grounding condLictor carl result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are 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, have a

proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 vok circuit and has a grounding

plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch (A).

Index

Important safeguards ..................................................... 2

Unpacking deep cleaner ................................................. 2

Assembling deep cleaner ........................................... 3-5

Deep cleaner description ............................................... 5

General operation ........................................................... 6

Filling the clean solution tank ............................ 7-8

Emptying the recovery tank .................................... 8

Agitator speed selector ........................................... 6

Brush indicator ........................................................ 7

How to use

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

After cleaning ........................................................... 9

Cleaning carpet ...................................................... 10

Picking up spills ..................................................... 10

Cleaning bare floors ........................................ 10-11

Using the stair/upholstery nozzle ................... 11-12

Cleaning carpeted stairs ................................ 13

Cleaning upholstery ....................................... 14

If you have a problem ................................................... !5

Lubrication ..................................................................... 14

Service .......................................................................... 15

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

A temporary adapter (C) may be used to connect this plug to a

2-pole receptacle (D) if a properly grounded outlet is not available, The temporary adapter should be used only LEntil a

properly grounded outlet (B) can be installed by a qualified electrician, The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending frorrl the adapter rrlust be connected to a perrrlanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. When- ever the adapter is usedr it must be hekJ in place by a metal

DAPTER

TAB FOR

METAL SCREW -

SCREW

(D)

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not

permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.

',0 1995, 1996 The Hoover Company

Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow

basic precautions, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

WAR N ING: Toreduce the risk of fire, electric

• Use indoors only. shock, or injury:

• 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 Instruc- tions".

• 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 instruc- tions. Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company;

others may cause hazards.

• 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.

• 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 Hoover Warranty 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 stair/upholstery tool 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 gaso-

line 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 operate deep cleaner in bare

feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals.

• 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.

Questions or Concerns?

The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any

concerns about your cleaner or questiorls regard _

ing its use, Look on the list provided with the

product for your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum

Cleaners - Household" for the nearest Authorized

Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) or call:

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral

of authorized servi(e outlet locations (U.S. only) or

1-330-499-9499 (U.S.) and 1-800-263-6376

(Canada) to speak with a Hoover representative.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE.

Unpacking

Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown. Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing and tape securing rotating brushes for shipping purposes only.

A. Deep cleaner

B. Upper handle with hose/nozzle rack

C. Bolts (2)

D. Nuts (3 - one extra included) E. CarpetlUpholstery Detergent (_.ome model_

corn÷ with 2 bottles)

F. Bare Floor Cleaner (s_me model_ _om÷ with

2 bottles)

G. PreCleaner (included with some models)

H. Bare floor attachment I. Hose

J. Stair/upholstery nozzle

K. Lower hose hook and screw L. Nozzle clean-out tool

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Assembling deep

cleaner

The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing,

Push bolts into holes on front of handle (Fig. 4).

If bolts will not go through hole easily handle is not pushed completely down.

Attach upper handle

Remove clean solution tank (upper tank) (Fig. 1).

downward while pivoting it away

from the he_ndle at (B).

Remove nozzle store(] on kipper handle by gently pLishinc_ nozzle

CORD

HOOK

Place nuts in recessed areas on back of handle. Hold each nut in place while tightening each bolt securely with a Phillips

screw driver (Fig, 5), Only two nuts are needed on this model. The extra nut is not

required but has been provided for your convenience,

_SSQUEEZE

TRIGGER

When handle sections are completely together, squeeze trigger on upper handle to snap trigger rod in place (Fig. 6).

TANK

HANDLE /

With cord hook to back of deep cleaner, push

upper handle clown onto lower handle. (Fig,3).

Replace clean solution tank (upper tank) by positioning bottom

first, Press on tank handle to snap top of tank into place (Fig. 7).

Continued _1_

NOZZLE CONNECTOR

Pres _. cord into cord (:lip on back of handle. Pull cord tightn (Fig, 8),

Attach lower hose holder

HOSE HOLDER

With front of deep cleaner resting on floor, place 2 projections on lower hose holder into 2 holes on back of cleaner (Fig 9),

CORD_

HOOK l"

To store h_>se _n rn{k, beqin by placing nozzle connector end

ofhose (straightend)intoclipI on rack(Fig.12),

CLIP 1

Push screw into hole cind tighten securely with a Phillips screw

driver (Fig 10),

Storing hose and nozzle on rack

imm I END OF HOSE

Stretch hose out and identify ends.

Note: You may find it helpful when storing ttle hose and nozzle to refer to the information on the back of the deep cleaner and on the converter end of the hose (Fig. l 1),

A A .... L.h,

NOZZLE CONNECTOR

., ,\

TRIGGER

HOSE

END OF HOSE

Secure hose to re, ok at numbered locations as shown,

(Fig. 13)

EXTENSION

HOOK

Converter is stored in area as shown.

While aligning arrows (Fig. 14)rplace extension into bottom of

converter opening; then push converter firmly against deep cleaner until it snaps into place,

To remover first pull top of corlverter off extension then pull off

bottorll,

Secure solution hose to converter as shown.

Thenozzleisstoredintheareabetweenthecordhooks(Fig.15).

Place brushes of nozzle on top of Tab (A) as shown. Gently

push the nozzle downward while pivoting it into tile riozzle holder (B).

Deep cleaner description

The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing below.

17 21

1. Hand grip

2. Solution trigger: p_ess to tel÷as÷ clean sokmon.

3. Hose

4. Hose holders: wrap hose _,round hdd÷rs for storage.

5. Cord hooks: wF, p _ord around hooks for stoF, ge.

Tile top hook crln be rotclted riqht or left for quick Eind eEl,=y

(-ord rele_J se.

6. Stair/upholstery nozzle

7. Carrying handle

8. Clean solution tank handle

9. Clean solution tank cap/measuring cup

10. Clean solution tank: h_-,Idscle_lninq solution.

11. Recovery tank lid

12. Recovery tank: hoH.o di_ty sokmon.

13. Recovery tank "front panel"

14. Hood

15. Agitator speed selector: sUde selector to set brush

,,peed on HI, LO, or OFF.

16. Brush indicator: spins wher= brushes are rotating.

17. Nozzle

18. Upholstery and stair cleaning connection: pH_h door

operl to connect st_tir/upholstery tool "solution tribe',

19. Recovery tank latches: one on ÷ach _ide of t_nk.

20. ON/OFF pedal

21. Handle release pedal: _tep on ped_,l to lower handle

to operatirlg positiorl.

This deep cleaner is intended for household use.

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