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Congratulations on your purchase!
SteamVac” LS
cleaners have 5 brushes that deep
clean carpets and scrub bare floors!
SteamVacTM
Deep Cleaner cleans carpet fibers by applying hot
tap water and cleaning solution.
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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 model
Owner’s
Manual
Review this manual before operating deep cleaner
Important Safeguards!
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
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Unpacking deep cleaner.
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.3
Assembling deep cleaner
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.4-6
Deep cleaner description
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.6
General operation
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.6-9
Filling the clean solution
tank.
7-8
Emptying the recovery tank . . 8-9
Agitator speed selector
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Brush Indicator
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How to use
Before you begin
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After cleaning
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Cleaning carpet
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.10
Picking up spills
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Cleaning bare floors
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10-11
Using the tools
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Cleaning carpeted stairs . . ll-12
Cleaning upholstery
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12
If you have a problem
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Lubrication
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Service
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Storage
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Warranty
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The Hoover Company
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When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic
precaution, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
WARNING:
shock,orinjury:
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Use indoors only.
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Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do
not immerse product.
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Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See “Grounding Instructions”.
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Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
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Do not use without tanks in place.
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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not place deep cleaner on stairs.
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Use deep cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.
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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.
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Unplug deep cleaner when not in use.Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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Unplug before connecting the powered hand tool.
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Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the deep cleaner.
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Do not unplug by pulling on cord.To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
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Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Do not polnt tools toward people or pets.
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Use only commercially available floor cleaners Intended for machine
application. Do not use any type of wax with deep cleaner.
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To assist In reducing drying time, be certain the area Is well ventilated when
using detergents and other cleaners with this machine.
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Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children’s reach.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use In areas where they may be present.
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Do not pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any other toxic
material with this appliance.
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Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
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Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the deep cleaner. They may damage
the machine.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from
openlngs and moving parts.
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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.
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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.
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Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
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Grounding
Instructihs
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 (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.
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DANGER-
improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can 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
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
shodid
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.
Carton contents
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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 and
scrub module
C. Bolts (2)
D. Nuts (3 - one extra included)
E. Carpet/Upholstery Detergent
F. Bare Floor Cleaner
G. Bare floor attachment
Contained in carton with hose:
H. Hose
I. Stair/upholstery nozzle
J.
Hose rack and screw (taped on rack under nozzle)
K. Clip for hose
L. Crevice tool
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The assembled cleaner will look like
this drawing.
Assemble handle
Attach upper handle
Remove clean solution tank (upper tank)
from deep cleaner.
With 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 easiioh$dle is
not pushed completely
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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.
When handle sections are completely
together, squeeze trigger (B) on upper
handle to snap tripqer rod In place.
Replace clean solution tank (upper
tank) by positioning bottom first. Press
on tank handle to snap top of tank into
place.
Press cord into cord clip on back of
handle. Pull cord tight.
Attach hose clip
Push tab on side of clip into hole on
side of handle.
Pivot clip and push other tab into hole
at back of handle to lock into place.
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Attach hose rack
Remove tool and taped screw from rack.
Insert projections on rack into slots on
back of cleaner.
Slide rack down into place. Insert screw
at (D) and tighten with a Phillips screwdriver
Storing hose & tools
Store hose on rack by first positioning
hose in front section of clip.
Then continue wrapping hose as shown
snapping end of hose connector into
clip.
Position tool in holder at base of cleaner
and snap it into place as shown at
arrow.
Slide bare floor attachment into holder
as shown.
Powered hand tool
To remove powered hand tool (E), pull it
down and outward.
The powered hand tool is shipped in a
plastic bag for protection. Remove the
bag before using the tool by first opening tool door.
To remove the scrub module (F), grasp
it at the sides and pull it forward.
To reposition the tool, reverse this
pro-
To reposition module, fit tabs in the stor-
cedure.
age area into holes on back of module.
Push module to snap it securely into
position.
This is the proper storage location for
the module.
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.
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Deep cleaner description
The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing.
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1. Hand grip
14. Recovery tank:
holds dirty
2. Solution trigger:
press to
solution.
release clean solution.
15. Hood
3. Cord clip:
place cord in clip
16. Brush speed selector:
to keep it out of the way
slide selector to set brush
when using cleaner speed on HI, LO, or OFF.
4. Hose
17. Brush indicator:
spins
5. Hose holders:
wrap hose when brushes are rotating.
around holders for storage.
18. Nozzle.
6.
Cord hooks:
wrap cord
19. Cleaning mode indicator:
around hooks for storage.
choose either floor or tools
The top hook can be rotated
2O.OlVOFF pedal
right or left for quick and
21. Handle release pedal:
step
easy cord release.
on pedal to lower handle to
7. Scrub module
operating (floor) position;
8. Powered hand tool
22. Stair/upholstery nozzle
9. Carrying handle 23. Bare floor attachment
10. Clean solution tank handle
11. Clean solution tank cap/
This deep cleaner is intended
measuring cup
for household use.
12. Clean solution tank:
holds
cleaning solution.
13. Recovery tank handle:
raise handle to unlock tank
for removal; lower handle for
ward to lock tank into position.
Operate deep cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner.
Plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
ON/OFF pedal
&
Handle release pedal
Step on pedal (A) to turn deep cleaner
on. Step on pedal again to turn deep
cleaner off.
Step on pedal (B) to lower handle to
operating position. Handle does not lock
into a single position but “floats” to allow
convenient operation.
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transport
gLla:ing
mode
indi-
Indicator will show a green window next
to FLOOR (C) when handle is in the
operating position for cleaning carpet
rugs and bare floors.
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.
Indicator will show a green window next
to TOOL (D) when handle is in the
upright position for tool use on stairs
upholstery etc.
Deep cleaner
automatically diverts
suction from FLOOR to TOOL when
handle is raised from the operating to
the upright position.
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The deep cleaner may also be lifted by
Automatic
“shut
OW
placing a hand under the upper clean
solution tank handle as shown.
Brush speed selector
When the recovery tank (lower tank) is full
the automatic shutoff mechanism will shut
off the deep cleaner suction
(suction will
be noticeably reduced).
Your
‘SteamVac’
deep cleaner has three
agitator brush settings.
HI
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for normal cleaning of carpet and
bare floors
At that time the red 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
motor sound 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
LO - for gentle cleaning of carpets and
bare floors
OFF
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for cleaning carpets and bare
floors when brushing is not desired.
(Such as when picking up liquid spills.
See page
IO.)
Slide selector button to the desired setting before cleaning.
need to be refilled.
Brush indicator
The brush indicator will spin (F) when
the deep cleaner is turned ON and the
brushes are rotating.
If the indicator does not spin and the
pattern is visible (G) when the deep
cleaner is turned
ON, the brushes are
not rotating.
There are three reasons why the brushes
may not be rotating:
1. Brush speed selector set on OFF (see
previous section).
2. Handle in upright position (see
“Cleaning mode indicator,” Fig. 2-3).
3. Brush indicator screen dirty.
To clean screen (H),
turn deep cleaner off
and disconnect from electrical outlet.
Remove clear cover and wipe off screen
with a damp cloth. Snap cover back into
position.
The tanks
Clean solution tank
(upper tank)
The clean solution tank holds the clean-
ing solution that is to be dispersed onto
the surface to be cleaned.
How to fill
Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.
Place deep cleaner handle in the
upright, locked position.
To remove tank, press down on handle
and pull forward.
Carry tank to a sink.
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Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and lift
Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a
up to remove cap.
measuring cup.
Do not use Bare Floor Cleaner on carpet or
upholstery.
Do not use any type of wax
with your ‘SteamVac’ deep cleaner.
NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.
They are specially formulated for use
with your
‘SteamVac’
deep cleaner
*Available at additional cost if not Included
with your model.
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).
Using cap, measure detergent
following
the chart below.
For carpet, carpeted stairs and upholstery:
Fill cap to
fill line
(5 ounces)
with
HOOVER
CarpeWpholstery Detergent.
For bare floors:
Fill cap to
fill line
(5 ounces) with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner
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.
For Medical Information (U.S.) call
l-800-752-7869.
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If rubber ring (C) on cap has become
dislodged, reposition it with uneven
side
against ledge (D) as shown.
To assure proper performance,
use only
HOOVER cleaning detergent.
Replace cap.
Rotate cap clockwise
until it locks In place. Cap must be
locked In place for proper performance and to prevent leaking.
Position bottom of tank into unit and
press on tank handle to snap tank into
place.
Recovery
tank
(lower tank)
The recovery tank holds the dirty solu
tion that is picked up from the carpet.
When the recovery tank is full, the auto-
matic shut-off will engage (see Fig. 2-6)
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.
2-10)
by press-
ing 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.
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Raise handle to carrying position
To remove tank lid, lower handle
com-
(straight up) to
unlock tank
from base of
pletely toward back of tank and lift off
deep cleaner. Lift tank from deep clean-
lid.
er and carry it to a sink or drain.
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 cleaner Move handle completely forward to
lock tank
into
place (see Fig. 35).
Raise handle of deep cleaner to upright
position and reposition upper clean
solution tank.
Before you begin
cleaning
a. Vacuum thoroughly
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For carpet, use
a vacuum cleaner with an agitator for
best results. Vacuum upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner 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
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Use your HOOVER ‘SteamVac’ deep
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 “9 (“sol-
vent/dry” clean only).
If your upholstery
does not have a code, seek professional
assistance.
c.Test for
coiotfastness -
Mix detergent
and water according to the instructions under
“Fill clean solution tank’, Figs. 2-8 to 2-16.
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 removal or bleed with
white paper towel or cloth. If surface has
more than one color, check all colors.
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 prevent wood finishes from staining carpet.
Pin up furniture skirts and draperies.
e. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic
areas with HQOVERe PreCleaner*-
Test PreCleaner for colorfastness by first
spraying it on a hidden area; wait ten
minutes and blot with white paper towels
or cloth.
If no color change is visible, spray
PreCleaner onto spots and traffic areas. Wait
at least ten minutes. Use your ‘SteamVac’
deep cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and
spot. Repeat until spot is removed; carefully
scrub with a household scrub brush if necessary.
Do not saturate
carpet or upholstery with
PreCleaner.
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 solution removes all stains from
all carpets. Stain removal varies with the
type of spill, time elapsed before removal,
carpet material, and carpet type.
f.To prevent staining,
use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray.
g.To avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs&xpat,
&
move area rugs/ carpet to a
non-
wood bare floor surface QL place waterproof
material (e.g. plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
See pages 1 O-l 4 for instructions on various
cleaning tasks.
‘Available at additional cost if not included
with your model.
After
cleanin
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 walk on damp
car-
pet, place towels or white cloths on the
traffic areas.
If furniture must be replaced before the
carpet is dry, use plastic or aluminum
foil pads under legs of furniture so metal
slides or wood finishes will not stain the
carpet.
b.
If desired, the carpet may be rinsed.
Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning,
but it may Improve the surface’s appearance 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 using hot tap
water with no detergent in the upper
clean solution tank.
c. Empty tanks, rinse with clear water
and let air dry. Rinse the solution tank
cap and recovery tank lid and let air dry.
d.
Remove debris from recovery tank fil-
ter and rinse with clean water.
Note:
If the filter must be removed for
cleaning, it is easier to replace if the
fll-
ter is wet.
e. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after
carpet has completely dried. This will
help reduce any shading left by the
deep cleaner’s brushes.
To eieaa nszzlle
If lint or other debris 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 not pour water
onto a wood floor.
Pick up water with your ‘SteamVac’ deep
cleaner, Repeat as necessary until
debris is flushed out of nozzle.
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To clean the outside of the machine,
wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in
warm water and mild detergent.
Do not
use solvent or petroleum based products to clean the machine.
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.
Z-10
to 2-16
2. Move speed selector to LO for gen-
tle cleaning or HI for normal cleaning.
3. Dry hands and plug cord into a
prop-
erly grounded outlet.
Do not clean 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 operating 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 squeezing trigger (dry stroke).
7. Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help prevent streaking.
Keep nozzle flat on floor for both for-
ward and reverse strokes.
8. For heavily soiled areas, repeat, 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
there is a loss in suction (see
“Automatic shut-off”, Fig 2-6)
When finished cleaning, follow “After
cleaning” instructions on pages
9-10.
Your HOOVER SteamVac deep cleaner
may also be used to pick up
small liquid spills (1 gallon or less, never to
exceed l/4 inch in depth)
on carpet,
upholstery, or bare floors.
For best results, pick up spills immedi-
ately 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
brushes turned
OFF in
front of the spill,
pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill
initially with suction only Repeat with spray
and suction.
When picking up spills on bare floors,
use only the floor noxzie with the bare
floor attachment 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 completely remove all spots, they can be treated by following the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the carpet, upholstery,
or bare floor surface being cleaned.
Do not use the SteamVac deep deaner
to pick up flammable or combustibte liq-
uids or chemicals.
When finished, follow “After cleaning”
instructions on pages
9-10.
How to attach bare
floor attachment
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank (Fig. 2-10) and
recovery tank ( Fig 2-17) before positioning bare floor attachment.
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.
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2. With foam strip (A) (located under the
netting) in position as shown, place
attachment 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.)
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4. Return deep cleaner to upright position 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 SteamVac deep clean-
er on hardwood floors.
I.
Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner according to instructions for Figs. 2-10 to
2-16.
Do not use any type of wax with your
SteamVac 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 deep cleaner forward and
backward over area to be cleaned.
6.To
pick up dirty solution, release trigger and 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 pitched and
there is a loss 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.
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How to attach tools
Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical 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 (D) locks it
securely.
Using your thumb,
push forward and
up
on the
latch (E)
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 will flow to the tool. Follow
these steps:
I.
Attach tool to hose and turn the deep
cleaner ON.
2.Put
the tool on a hard surface or
A. Powered hand tool
has rotating
brushes for extra scrubbing action on
small carpet areas, carpeted stairs and
upholstery. Brushes can be removed for
converting to the scrub module.
B. Stair/upholstery nozzle
has a built-
in brush to help provide the
scrubbrng
action 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 surfaces.
D. Crevice tool
can be used to clean
along edges of carpet, carpeted stairs
and on upholstery.
against your hand to block off the suction.
3. Wait a few seconds (can take up to
15 seconds). Then squeeze the trigger
and begin cleaning.
Follow the instructions on pages 12-13
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 (F).
3. Pull scrub module from deep cleaner
and snap it onto the base.
Note:
It may be necessary to rotate the
scrub module (G) 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. If no surface
change is visible, continue to use as
described below.
FORLARGEAREAS
1. Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner according to instruc-
tions for Figs. 2-10 to 2-16.
2. Hold scrub tool 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.
FOR SPOT CLEANING
1,
Apply Bare Floor Cleaner with the
spray bottle.
2. 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 reat-
taching to module and storing on deep
cleaner,
Replacement pads may also be pur-
chased. Ask for
HOOVER part no.
40309001.
To store scrub module,
remove scrub
module from tool in same manner as
removing the brush module.
Align openings on back of module with
tabs in storage area (H).
Push module into position.
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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 filling sink with
a small amount of water. Turn
deep cleaner ON and pickup the water
with the tool.
3. Drain hose by turning deep cleaner
ON and holding end of hose up for several seconds. Do not press trigger,
4. Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical 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.
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 HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according
to instructions for Figs. 2-10 to 2-16.
3. Attach tool to end of hose.
4. Hose length may require 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
properly 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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7. 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).
6.
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.
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9. Lift tool, and position it against riser.
Pull tool
slowly
over carpet without
pressing trigger (dry stroke).
It is best to alternate wet and dry
strokes as described above. End with
more dry strokes to aid in faster drying
of carpet.
10. Overlap strokes by
l/2
inch to help
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 cleaning is necessary, wait
until the carpet is completely dry before
using the tool again.
11. Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see “Automatic
shut-off”, Fig. 2-6)
When finished cleaning, follow “After
cleaning” instructions on page 9 and
“After using tool” instructions on page
12.
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Read “Before you begin cleaning”
Instructions on page 9.
Be sure to check the cleaning code on
your upholstery.
Use your HOOVER
‘SteamVac’ 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/Upholstery Detergent according
to instructions for Figs. 2-10 to 2-16.
3. Attach tool 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,
refer to “Before using tool” section to
remove air from the system.
6. Gently press the tool (A) or (B) onto
the fabric. Press the trigger and slowly
pull the nozzle over the fabric.
7. Overlap strokes by
l/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 one-half inch from the fabric and
press the solution trigger.
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 the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see “Automatic
shut-off”, Fig. 2-6).
When finished cleaning, follow “After
cleaning” instructions on page 9 and
“After using tool” instructions on page 12.
Storage
Before storing:
l Empty solution tank and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
l Replace
empty
solution tank and
turn deep cleaner ON. Squeeze
trigger and push deep cleaner forward and back several times to
expel any solution remaining in the
deep cleaner’s system. (Do not
use deep cleaner on wood floors.)
l 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.
Lubrication
The motor Is equipped with bearings
which contain sufficient lubrication for
the life of the motor. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage.
Do not
add lubricant to motor bearings.
Service
To obtain approved HOOVER service
and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the
nearest
Hoover Factory Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service
Dealer (Depot)
by:
l checking the Yellow Pages under
Vacuum Cleaners - Household” OR
l checking the list of Factory Service
Centers provided with this cleaner
OR
-
l
calling
l-800-944-9200
for an
automated referral of authorized
service outlet locations (U.S. only)
OR-
* checking the Service section of The
Hoover Company on-line at
www.hoover.com
Do not
send your cleaner to The Hoover
Company in North Canton for service,
this will only result in delay.
If further assistance Is needed, contact
The Hoover Company Consumer
Response Center, North Canton, Ohio
44720 Phone: 330-499-9499.
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario
L7R 4A8,
Phone: l-800-263-6376.
Always identify your cleaner by the
com-
plete model number when requesting
information or ordering parts. (The model
number appears on the back of the handle.)
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If a minor problem occurs, it usually can
be solved quite easily when the cause is
found by using the check list below.
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
Possible cause
Possible solution
Recovery tank full/automatic
shut off engaged
Remove and empty 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
Possible cause
Possible solution
Solution tank not firmly in place
Make sure tank is securely locked in
position
Solution tank empty
Refill tank according to instructions for
surface being cleaned
Recovery tank lid not on
correctly
Make sure lid is firmly in place
Pump needs to be “primed” (when
using tool)
See “Before using too/” section, p. 1 I
Possible cause
Possible solution
l
Indicator screen dirty
l Remove clear cover over indicator
and clean screen,’ replace cover
l Speed selector on OFF
l Move speed selecior to Low or Hi
Full Two Year
Warranty
(Domestic Use)
Your HOOVER@ appliance is warranted
in normal household use, in accordance
with the Owner’s Manual against original
defects in material and workmanship for
a period of two full years 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 the United States including
its territories and possessions, or in
Canada or from a U. S. Military
Exchange. Appliances purchased elsewhere 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,
Warranty 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 authorized service outlets in the U.S.A.,
phone
l-800-944-9200 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 be paid one way.
While this warranty gives you specific
legal rights, you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
If further assistance is needed, or if
there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets, write or phone the
Consumer Response Center, The
Hoover Company, 101 East Maple St.,
North Canton, Ohio 44720. Phone
l-
330-499-9499.
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario
L7R 4A8,
I-800-263-6376.
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