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Review this manual before operating deep c|eaner
U|tra Mede|s Plus iVlodeis
These models are included in this manual
SteamVac TMDeep Cleaner c|eans carpet fibers
by applying hot tap water and cleaning selu|ion,
Deluxe Models
Fill 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 model and serial
numbers in the spaces provided and
retain this information.
Your deep cleaner is modeJ
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.
index
Important safeguards .......... 2
Unpacking deep cleaner ......... 3
Assembling deep cleaner ...... 4-5
Deep cleaner description ........ 6
Genera! operation ............ 6-9
Filling the clean solution tank. 7-8
Emptying the recovery tank .. 8-9
Agitator speed selector ....... 7
Brush Indicator .............. 7
How to use
Before you begin ............ 9
After cleaning ............ 9-10
Cleaning carpet ............ 10
Picking up spills ............ 10
Cleaning bare floors ...... 10-11
Using the tools ............. 11
Cleaning carpeted stairs .. 11-12
Cleaning upholstery ....... 12
If you have a problem ......... 13
Lubrication .................. 12
Service ..................... 12
Storage ..................... 12
Warranty .................... 13
|mpottant Safegua s!
When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic
precaution, including the following:
READ ALL iNSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
WARN|NG: ...
• 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.
• The use of an extension cord is not recommended, ff 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 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
materia! 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.
shock, or injury:
Save instructions!
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Grounding
Instructions
This appliance must be 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
equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-grounding conductor (C) 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.
Im
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in the
risk of electric shock. Check with a qual-
ified 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
volt circuit and has a grounding plug
that looks like the plug illustrated 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 adapter 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 be 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.
B
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B npack deep cleaner from the car-
ton and identify the parts shown.
Remove and dispose of the packing.
A. Deep cleaner
B. Upper handle OR
Upper handle for stair/upholstery nozzle storage*
OR Upper handle with powered hand tool**
C. Bolts (2)
D. Nuts (3 - one extra included)
E. CarpetlUpholstery Detergent
F. Bare Floor Cleaner
G. PreCleaner (some models)
H. Bare floor attachment
E F G
Contained in carton with hose:
I. Hose
J. Stair/upholstery nozzle OR car cleaning tool*
(positioned on rack); Stair/upholstery nozzle not
positioned on rack*
K. Hose rack and screw (taped on rack under nozzle)
L. Clip for hose
*Included with Plus models
**Included with Ultra models
The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing (Ultra model shown).
II
Attach upper handle
B Remove clean solution tank (upper
tank) from deep cleaner.
A
!
DWith cord hook (A) to back of deep
cleaner, push upper handle down onto
lower handle. Push bolts into holes on
front of handle. If bolts will not go
through hole easily handle is not pushed
completely down.
A
D Place nuts in recessed areas on
back of handle. Hold each nut in
place while tightening each bolt securely
with a Phillips screw driver.
Only two nuts are needed on this model.
The extra nut is not required but has
been provided for your convenience.
[]Press cord into cord clip on back of
handle. Pull cord tight.
B
DWhen handle sections are complete-
ly together, squeeze trigger (B) on
upper handle to snap trigger rod In
place.
Attach hose clip
D Push tab on side of clip into hole on
side of handle.
D Replace clean solution tank (upper
tank) by positioning bottom first.
Press on tank handle to snap top of
tank into place.
D Pivot clip and push other tab into
hole at back of handle to lock into
place.
t
Attach hose rack
[]Remove tool and taped screw from
rack.
Insert projections on rack into slots on
back of cleaner.
Then continue wrapping hose as
shown snapping end of hose con-
nector into clip.
Slide rack down into place. Insert
screw at (D) and tighten with a
Phillips screwdriver.
Position tool in holder at base of
cleaner and snap it into place as
shown at arrow.
Storing hose & tools
Store hose on rack by first position-
ing hose in front section of clip.
i,U
Slide bare floor attachment into
holder as shown.
For Plus* or
Ultra** models
The owered hand tool** is shipped
plastic bag for protection.
Remove the bag before using the tool
by first opening tool door.
To remove tool** (A), pull it down
outward.
To reposition the tool, reverse this proce-
dure.
To store stair/upholstery nozzle* (B),
open tool door, place nozzle in bracket
and fit it securely into positiion. To
remove, reverse this procedure.
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
slots on sides of tool storage area.
Push cover down to secure in place.