Hoover F5914-950 Owner's Manual

		Owner’s
	™	Manual
	Carpet Cleaner with	ENGLISH pp. 1-16
		ESPAÑOL pág. 17-26
	Clean Surge™ Feature	FRANÇAIS p. 27-36
	The Easy to Use Carpet Cleaner
	with attached tools

Review this manual before operating carpet cleaner

HOOVER® SteamVac™ carpet cleaner cleans carpet fibers by applying, scrubbing and removing hot tap water and cleaning solution.

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Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.

WARNING:

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

•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 carpet cleaner on stairs.

•Use carpet cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.

•Use only attachments recommended by Hoover; 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 carpet 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 carpet cleaner.

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

•Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

•Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, 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 Sales and Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer.

•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow carpet 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 carpet 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 carpet 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.

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Grounding

A

B

C

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 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.

DANGER-

Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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).

D F

G

E

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 permanent 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.

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Visit our website at www.hoover.com. Click on the “Service” button to find the service outlet nearest you OR

Call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of service outlet locations (U.S. only) OR

Call 1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.

Fill in and Save

Please enter the COMPLETE model and serial numbers in the spaces provided and save.

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

Model No.____________________________

Serial number_________________________

Hint: Attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual.

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

1. Assembly

Carton contents

Contents

Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . 2 Parts needed for assembly. . . . . . . 3 Assembling carpet cleaner . . . . . 3-5 Carpet cleaner description . . . . . . 7 General operation . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

Filling the clean solution tank . 8-9 Emptying the recovery tank . 9-10 Brush speed selector . . . . . . . . . 8 Brush Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to use

Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . 10 After cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Cleaning carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Picking up spills . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Cleaning bare floors . . . . . . . . . 12 Clean Surge™ Feature . . . . . . . 11 Using the tools . . . . . . . . . . 12-14

Cleaning carpeted stairs. . . . . 14 Cleaning upholstery . . . . . 14-15 If you have a problem . . . . . . . . . 16

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Parts & accessories mail order

form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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1-1	C		BareF	Accessories - vary by model
		Carpet
		Upholstery	floor
		Cleaner
			cleaner
						J	K
				Carpet	Bare	Pre-
				Upholstery	floor
				Cleaner		Cleaner
					cleaner
			D	G	H	I
						M	N
	E					L
A	B
A. Carpet cleaner			Not all accessories are included with every model.
B. Upper handle			G. Carpet/Upholstery Detergent
C. Handle bolts and nuts
D. Tool holder with screw			H. Hard Floor Cleaning Solution
E. Hose			I.	Spot & Stain Spray Cleaner
F. Hose holder			J.	Bare floor tool
			K.	Nozzle cleanout tool
			L.	Powered hand tool

M. Stair/upholstery nozzle

N. Utility tool

Accessories not included with your model may be purchased separately using the order form located at the back of this manual.

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The assembled cleaner will look like this		1-2
drawing. Model with powered hand tool
shown.

Attach upper handle

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

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B

Attach hose holder

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

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Place nuts in recessed areas of hose holder. Hold each nut while tightening each bolt secur (from the front of the handle) Phillips screwdriver.

Only two nuts are needed on model. The extra nut is not r has been provided for your nience.

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	Attach tool holder	Slide holder down into place. Insert
	Remove tool and taped screw from	screw at (E) and tighten with a Phillips
		screwdriver.
	holder. Insert projections on holder into
	slots on back of cleaner.

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A

With cord hook (A) to back of carpet 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.

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D

C

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.

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

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1-10	F
	G
	H
I
Storing hose & tool
Stretch hose out and identify ends.
F. Nozzle connector end of hose	H. Solution tube
G. Trigger	I. Converter end of hose

Note: You may find it helpful when storing the hose and nozzle to refer to the information on the back of the carpet cleaner and on the converter end of the hose.

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	L	L

Wrap hose around hook on upper handle (K). Press hose into clips on upper hose holder (L).

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Wrap hose around lower tool holder and continue until nozzle connector is near upper hose holder. Clip hose in place.

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Position stair/upholstery nozzle (models	Slide bare floor attachment into holder
with powered hand tool) or utility nozzle	as shown. (Not included with all
(not included with all models) in holder	models.)
at base of cleaner and snap it into place
as shown at arrow.

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J	H
	I

Start with converter end of hose (I). Fit converter over tab near tool holder (j). Press converter firmly to snap in place. Press solution tube (H) into clip next to converter as shown.

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Press cord into cord clip on back of hose holder. Pull cord tight.

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Upfront tool
storage
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M	N

On some models, a powered hand tool stores behind the door on front of the handle (M).

On other models, the stair/upholstery nozzle stores in this area (N).

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Powered hand tool

The powered hand tool is shipped in a plastic bag for protection. To remove the bag before using the tool, open tool door.

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O

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Pull tool down and outward. Remove tool from bag. Discard bag.

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To replace tool, push connector end of tool (O) up into opening in storage area. Snap nozzle into place.

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Stair/upholstery nozzle

To store stair/upholstery nozzle, open tool door, place nozzle in bracket and fit it securely into position. To remove, reverse this procedure.

For models with the powered hand tool, the stair/upholstery nozzle stores on the back of the cleaner (Fig. 1-15).

How to reattach tool cover

The tool cover is designed with a breakaway 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.

2. How to use

Carpet cleaner description The assembled carpet cleaner will look like the drawing.

2-1					1.	Hand grip	16.	Recovery	front panel
	1				2.	Solution trigger: press to	17.	Hood
						release clean solution.	18.	Brush	selector:
2	3				3.	Clean Surge™ button		slide	set brush
					4.	Cord clip: place cord in clip		speed on	or OFF.
						to keep it out of the way	19.	Brush Indicator: spins
5				7		when using cleaner		when br	e rotating.
					5.	Hose	20.	Nozzle
		5
				8	6.	Hose holder: wrap hose	21.	Solution	connection
	9
						around holder and hooks	22.	Recovery	latches
	10					for storage.	23.	ON/OFF
					7.	Hose hooks	24.	Handle release pedal: step
12	11				8.	Cord hooks: wrap cord		on pedal to lower handle to
		6				around hooks for storage.		operating (floor) position.
	13				26	The top hook can be rotated	25.	Stair/upholstery nozzle or
						right or left for quick and		utility
	14					easy cord release.	26.	Bare floor attachment*
		4			9.	Powered hand tool or stair/
	15	22			8	upholstery nozzle	*Not included with all models
16	17				10.	Carrying handle
					11.	Clean solution tank handle
24	18						This carpet cleaner is intended
					12.	Clean solution tank cap/
	19					measuring cup	for household use.
					13.	Clean solution tank: holds	Operate carpet cleaner only at
21						cleaning solution.
				7	14.	Recovery tank lid	voltage		on data plate
	20		25		15.	Recovery tank: holds dirty	on back of cleaner. Plug carpet
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							cleaner Into a properly ground-
						solution.
							ed outlet.
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A			B

ON/OFF pedal & Handle release pedal

Step on pedal (A) to turn carpet cleaner on. Step on pedal again to turn carpet 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.

To transport

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

The carpet cleaner may also be lifted by placing a hand under the upper clean solution tank handle as shown.

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E

Automatic “shut off”

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Agitator

OFF

LOSpeed

HI

Brush speed selector

When the recovery tank (lower tank) is full the automatic shutoff mechanism will shut off the carpet cleaner suction (suction will be noticeably reduced).

At that time the yellow float disk will rise to the top of the recovery tank lid (E). The carpet cleaner will no longer pick up dirty solution and the motor sound will become noticeably higher in pitch.

When this happens turn carpet cleaner off and empty recovery tank before continuing use.

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

Your SteamVac™ carpet cleaner has three agitator brush settings.

Hl - for normal 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 11.)

Slide selector button to the desired setting before cleaning.

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	H

To clean screen (H), turn carpet cleaner	The tanks
off and disconnect from electrical outlet.	Clean solution tank
Remove clear cover and wipe off screen	(upper tank)
with a damp cloth. Snap cover back into	The clean solution tank holds the clean-
position.	ing solution that is to be dispersed onto
	the surface to be cleaned.
	How to fill
	Disconnect carpet cleaner from
	electrical outlet.
	Place carpet 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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F

G

Brush indicator

The brush indicator will spin (F) when the carpet cleaner is turned ON and the brushes are rotating.

If the indicator does not spin and the pattern is visible (G) when the carpet 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.Solution tube connected (Fig. 3-12).

3.Brush indicator screen dirty.

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Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and lift up to remove cap.

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5 OUNCES/

150 ml

A

Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a measuring cup.

Using cap, measure detergent following the chart below.

For carpet, carpeted stairs and upholstery:

Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER

Carpet/Upholstery Detergent.

For bare floors:

Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER

Hard Floor Cleaning Solution *

Do not use Hard Floor Cleaning Solution on carpet or upholstery. Do not use any type of wax with your SteamVac™ carpet cleaner.

NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.

They are specially formulated for use with your SteamVac™ carpet cleaner.

*Available at additional cost if not included with your model.

For heavy traffic areas:

Pre-treat with HOOVER Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner.

If you do not have access to the Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner, double the amount of HOOVER Detergent (use 2 capfuls or 10 ounces per 1 gallon tank).

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.

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B

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

To assure proper performance, use only

HOOVER cleaning detergent.

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C

D

If rubber ring (C) on cap has become dislodged, reposition it with uneven side against ledge (D) as shown.

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2-15

Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise	Position bottom of tank into unit and
until it locks in place. Cap must be	press on tank handle to snap tank into
locked in place for proper perfor-	place.
mance and to prevent leaking.

Recovery tank

(lower tank)

The recovery tank holds the dirty solution that is picked up from the carpet.

When the recovery tank is full, the automatic shut-off will engage (see page 8) and the tank must be emptied.

How to empty

Turn carpet cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove clean solution tank (Fig. 2-9) by pressing down on tank handle and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).

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E

2-17

F

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G

Step on handle release pedal and lower handle until it rests on the floor.

If cleaning stairs or upholstery, remove hose by reversing procedure as shown on page 12.

Rotate recovery tank latches (E) outward (one on each side of tank).

Lift tank off of carpet cleaner and carry it to a sink or drain.

Unlatch back part of tank lid and remove lid.

Empty tank. Pour dirty water out from the rear of the tank (F).

The lid replaces in a hinge-like manner. Position the front of lid under tabs

(G) on front of tank. Rotate lid down onto tank. Make sure that the lid is secure on all sides before placing tank on cleaner.

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

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E

Replace tank and press down to ensure that it is properly seated in place.

Rotate latches (E) (one on each side of tank) inward to lock tank in place.

To continue cleaning stairs or upholstery, replace hose as shown on page 12. Raise handle to upright position and replace upper clean solution tank.

3. How to clean

Before you begin cleaning

a.Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet, use a vacuum cleaner with an agitator for best results. Vacuum upholstery with

avacuum cleaner with cleaning tool attachments. Use a crevice tool to reach into tufts and folds. Do not use the

SteamVac™ carpet cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.

b.For upholstery, check cleaning code - Use your HOOVER SteamVac™ carpet cleaner only if the upholstery fabric is marked with a “W” (for “wet” clean) or “S/W” (for “solvent/dry” or “wet” clean). Do not clean fabric marked

“S” (“solvent/dry” clean only). If your upholstery does not have a code, seek professional assistance.

c.Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent and water according to the instructions under “Fill clean solution tank” on pages 8

and 9. 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 HOOVER ® Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner*- Test Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner 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 Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner onto spots and traffic areas. Wait at least ten minutes. Use your SteamVac™ carpet cleaner to pick up Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner and spot. Repeat

until spot is removed; carefully scrub with a household scrub brush if necessary.

Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner.

If you do not have access to the Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner, 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/car-

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pet, either move area rugs/ carpet to a nonwood bare floor surface or place waterproof material (e.g. plastic) underneath them before cleaning.

See pages 11 and 12 for instructions on various cleaning tasks.

*Available at additional cost if not included with your model.

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

After cleaning

a. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To help prevent matting and resoiling the carpet, keep children and pets away from surface until it is completely dry. If it is necessary to walk on damp carpet, 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.

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 filter and rinse with clean water.

Note: If the filter must be removed for cleaning, it is easier to replace if the filter is wet.

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e. Vacuum thoroughly after carpet has completely dried. This will help reduce any shading left by the carpet cleaner’s brushes.

To clean nozzle

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™ carpet cleaner. Repeat as necessary until debris is flushed out of nozzle.

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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 carpet cleaner from electrical outlet. Slide tool into nozzle and remove debris as shown.

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.

Carpet Cleaning

Read “Before you begin cleaning” instructions on page 10.

1. Fill clean solution tank (upper tank) with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to instructions on pages 8 and 9.

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2.Move speed selector to LO for gentle cleaning or Hl for normal cleaning.

3.Dry hands and plug cord into a properly grounded outlet.

Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.

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 carpet cleaner ON.

5.Squeeze trigger to release cleaning solution and slowly push carpet cleaner forward (equals one wet stroke).

6.Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly pull carpet cleaner back toward you (second wet stroke). Release trigger and slowly push carpet cleaner forward over area just sprayed with solution (dry stroke). Then slowly pull carpet 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 forward and reverse strokes.

8.For heavily soiled areas, repeat steps 5-7.

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 there is a loss in suction (see “Automatic shut-off”, page 8).

When finished cleaning, follow “After cleaning” instructions on page 11.

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Clean Surge™ Button

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 continue to squeeze solution trigger.

Picking up spills

Your HOOVER SteamVac™ carpet cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills (1 gallon or less, never to exceed 1/4 inch in depth) on carpet, upholstery, or bare floors.

For best results, pick up spills immediately by placing the stair/upholstery nozzle just above the spill and suction up any residue on top of the carpet. If the spill remains, place either the stair/ upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle with 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 nozzle 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™ carpet cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals.

When finished, follow “After cleaning”

instructions on page 11.

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Cleaning bare floors

How to attach bare floor attachment

Disconnect carpet cleaner from electrical outlet.

To prevent possible leaking, remove clean solution tank and recovery tank before positioning bare attachment. Refer to Fig. 2-9 to remove clean solution tank. Set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).

Refer to Fig. 2-16 to remove recovery tank.

With handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back so that handle rests on the floor.

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A
B
			R
			O
		T
	A		AB
	T	LF	ER
E
O	OO
N R

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.

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N
O
RO E
OL	T
F	A
E	T
	OR

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.)

Return carpet cleaner to upright position. Lower handle and replace recovery tank.

Raise handle to upright position and reposition clean solution tank.

To clean floor

Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 10.

Do not use the SteamVac carpet cleaner on hardwood floors.

Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Hard Floor Cleaning Solution (available at additional cost if not included with your model) according to instructions on pages 8 and 9.

Do not use any type of wax with your SteamVac™ carpet cleaner.

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

Dry hands and plug carpet cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.

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

To release solution, press trigger. Slowly move carpet cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned.

To pick up dirty solution, release trigger and slowly move carpet cleaner over area where solution has just been dispersed. Use both forward and reverse strokes.

Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction (see “Automatic shut-off”, page 8).

When finished cleaning, follow “After cleaning” instructions on page 11.

Remove attachment from nozzle and rinse in clear water. Do not remove plastic screen or foam from attachment.

Using the tools

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B

A

C

A.Powered hand tool has rotating brushes for extra scrubbing action on small carpet areas, carpeted stairs and upholstery.

B.Stair/upholstery nozzle has a built-in brush to help provide the scrubbing action some spots may need for removal.

C.Utility nozzle (not included with all models) can be used for carpet and upholstery in vehicles.

How to attach hose

Disconnect carpet cleaner from electrical outlet.

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D

1. To prevent possible leaking, remove clean solution tank by pressing down on tank handle (D) and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture). Remove hose from storage rack.

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E

2. Step on handle release pedal (E) and lower carpet cleaner handle until it rests on the floor.

Unlatch back part of recovery tank and remove lid.

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