Hoover F6207-900 Owner’s Manual

Owner"s Manual

Operating andServicingInstructions

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Your Hoover

Carpet Cleaner comes

Fully Assembled and read/to use!

Pleasereview this manual before operating your Hoover®appliance.

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Contents

Important safeguards ......................................................... 3

Carton contents ................................................................... 4

Cleaner description .............................................................. 4

Carpet cleaner' basics ............................................................ 6

Filling the tank ................................................................ 6

Emptying the recovery tank .................................................... 7

Attaching the hose ............................................................................ 7

Using the tool ..................................................................... 8

Draining _t storing hose .......................................................... 8

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

Cleaning upholstery ................................................................ ii

Maintenance ........................................................................... !2

ServicelTroubleshooting .................................................... 13

Steps for Basic Cleaning ................................................................ 14

Parts E¢accessories mail order form ..................................................... 15-16

If you need assistance:

Visit our website at hoover.com. Follow the service center link to find the service outlet

nearest you OR Call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations [US. only} OR CaN 1-800-263-6376 to speak with a representative in our Consumer

Response Center; Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST, Please do not return this product to fine store_

This carpet cleaner is intended for household use,, Operate carpet cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back

of cleaner° Plug carpet cleaner into a properly grounded outlet

mportant Safety nstructions

When using an dectrical appliance, always f011ow basic precautlons, including the following;

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING: -toreducetheriskofnre,€lectricshock, or injury:

" Use indoors only. o Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process° Do not immerse product.

,, Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See "Grounding InstTuctions"° o Do not dean over floor electrical outlets..

* Do not use without tanks in place. o Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not place carpet cleaner on stairs.

o 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 ot: 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 carpet cleaner before connecting tile toolo

,, Always disconnect cord from dectrical outlet before servicing the carpet deaner_ ,' Do not unplug b?_,pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp tile plug, not the cord°

,, Never handle plug or appliance with wethands. ,, Do not pull or caw by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord or puI1 cord around

sharp edges or corners. Do not TUnappliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

, Do not use with damaged cord or plug., tf 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 a!low

carpet cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at aw time..

,, Do not point tools toward people or pets. "Use on!y commercially available Hoover SteamVac_''cleaners intended for machine application.

Do not use any type of wax with carpet cleaner.

,, 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 mw 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. -Pney mw damage the machine.

,, Keep hair, loose dothing, flncjers, feet and alt parts of body away from openings and moving

parts.

° Do not put aw object into openings. Do not use with aw opening blocked; keep free of

dust, lint, hair, and anything fl3at mw reduce air flow.

,, q'o help prevent matting and resoiling, avoid contact with carpets until they are d_. Keep

children and pets aww from carpets until they are completely dry°

,, Store in a dw place. Do not expose machine to fi'eezing temperatures.

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Cleaner Description

l f, Hand grip

2. Solution trigyer: press to release

cleaning solution

3, Upper handle

4, Upper handle release button 5_ Solution tank cap/measuring cup

6,, Solution tank release button

7, Solution tank

8. Brush setting selector

9, NozzIe

10,, Recovery tank 11, Recove_ tank release button

12,. Recovew tank cap

13, Stair/upholstery tooI

14. Cord hooks (tool caddy removed)

15. Hose door !Go Handle release pedal

t7_ ON/OFF pedal I8, Hose

19, Cord hooks {toot caddy stored on

cleaner)

20. Hose connector 21o Tool caddy

4 5

Carton Contents

A. Carpet Cleaner B, Detergent

19 IB

Grounding instructions

This appliance must be grounded_ If it

should malfunction or breakdown, grounding

GROUNDED

GROUNDING

OUTLET BOX

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 piugo The plug must be

inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance

with all local codes and ordinances°

WARNING: ]mproper connection of the equipment-gTounding conductor can result in

a 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 t20 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like

the plug illustrated in sketch.

2. Setup

"YourHoover Carpet Cleaner comes Fully Assembled and ready to use/

Unfold handle Fold handle

Raise upper handle (A}to upright position until it locks in place.

Press upper handle release button {B)to fold handle.

3° Carpet Cleaner Basics

Fill the Solution Tank

Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.,

Press button (A) and remove solution tank.

Surface Amount of Detergent Type of' Detergent Carpet Two [2) Caps Hoover Carpet/Upholstery Detergent

Upholstery One (I) Cap Hoover Carpet/Upholstery Detergent

For heavy traffic areas:

Pre-treat with Hoover Spot and Stain Spray

(available at additional cost if not included with your model)

Use four {4) caps of C'arpet/Upholstery Detergent

NOTE: For best results, use onlyHoover detergents. They are specifically formulated for use with

your SteamVac TM Carpet Cleaner.

Release latches (B) on tank cap and

remove

Use cap on solution tank to measure the

proper amount of Hoover detergent

according to the chart below,

Place the bottom of the tank into the

cteanen Pivot the top of the tank and snap it

into place,

Pour detergent into the tank°

Fillthe tank to the fill line [A) (Approx. 1 gal)

with hot tap water

CAUTtON: Detergents contain Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin_ In case ofcontact with eyes, flush with cold water for 15 minutes° tn case ofcontact with

skin, wash with water, If irritation persists, call a physician.

Replace the cap, Secure both latches

(B),

Empty the Recovery Tank

Unplug carpet cleaner from electrical outlet.

An automatic shut-off

device prevents the

cleaner from picking up more dirty water

than it can hold in the recovery tank.

You will know the tank needs to be emptied

when:

• The amount of: dirty water has reached the fun line [A}..

• When the motor sound rises in pitch.

• You do not see dirty solution coming up through the nozzle.

,, The float (B) inside the recovery tank has

risen to the top of the tank.

Empty the tank,

Replace the cap.

Secure both latches, For ftfll suction, it is

important that the recovery tank cap is properly secured

before cleaning.

Press the button (C) and remove the

tank,

Remove any debris

that has collected on the lint filter {A)on

the cleaner body,

Release the latches

(D) on the tank cap and remove the cap,

Place the bottom of the tank onto the cleaner, Pivot the

top of the tank and

snap into place,

Attach the Hose

Unplug carpet cleaner fl'om electrical outleL

Placehandle in upright position°

Remove hose from tool caddy, Open

hosedoor (A)on back of carpet cleaner_

Align hose connector with hose and

solution ports (B]. Push hose into port and lock in place.

To remove hose:

Squeeze latches [Q on top and bottom

of hose. Remove hose from port, Close hose

door tightly.

Attach the Stair/Upholstery Nozzle

Unplug carpet cleaner From electrical outlet.

NOTE: The handle must be in the upright

position in order to get cleaning solution

through the hose.,

SHde tool onto hose,, Snap tool over tab

(A) on hose.,

To remove tool:

Push forward and

up on latch {B), Slide too! off hose_

Drain the Hose

When finished using the Hose and Stair/Upholstery nozzle, remove water from the hose.

Turn carpet cleaner on and hold end of hose up for several seconds {A)o

Do not press trigger,

Turn carpet c]eaner off and unplug ito

Hold hose connector in sink and press trigger

to remove solution

Turn the carpet cleaner off and unplug it_

from hose (B).

Store the Hose

Unplug carpet cleaner fl'om electrical outlet.

Hook hose connector (A) into caddy.

Wrap hose

around caddy in a

counterclockwise direction°

Hook tool connector

(B) and stair/ upholstery nozzle

{C)onto caddy.

Hose Caddy

You can either store the hose caddy on the cleaner or remove

Store Caddy on the Cleaner

Slide tabs {A) on caddy

into slots on back of cleaner,

Hook top of caddy to

cleaner (B).

Remove Caddy from the Cleaner

Lift caddy offcleaner..

it to store separately_

Wrap cord around cord

hooks (C) on caddy. Rotate top hook to

release cord,

Wrap cord around cord hooks {O} on back of

cleaner. Rotate bottom hook to

releasecord°

Brush Speed Selector

Choose ON for normal cleaning of carpet, Choose OFF when brushing is not desired.

No cleaning solution removes all stains from all carpets. Stain removal varies with

the type of spill, time passed before removal, carpet material, and carpet type.

4. Cleaning Carpet

Remove lightweight furniture (tables, lamps, etco} from area to be cleaned.

Protect any remaining furniture by pinning up furniture skirts and placing aluminum foil or plastic under legs,

Vacuum carpet thoroughly to remove loose dirt, hair, lint and other debris,

4,,

Test detergent for colorfastness on a hidden area of carpet.

Wet a white cloth or paper towel with some detergent. Gently rub onto

a hidden area of carpet. Wait ten minutes.. Blot with white cloth or paper towel and check for color transfer,

Pretreat spots, stains and high traffic areas with Hoover Spot and Stain

Spray,,

Spray spot or area with Spot and Stain Spray. Then proceed with the next cleaning steps, Fig. 4.t

For stubborn spots oT stains, refer to the stain guide included with your cleaner.

Fillsolution tank with hot tap water and proper amount of Hoover detergent (see Page 6)..

IOn

Use only Hoover brand detergents in your carpet cleaner. Other brands may damage the carpet cleaner..

Plan your cleaning to avoid walking on wet carpet. Start at the end of

the room farthest from the exit and work in small sections+ Fig. 4.2

12.

Step on handle release pedal and lower handle, Turn cleaner ON.

Squeeze and hold trigger [A) to release cleaning solution_ Push cleaner

forward SLOWLYthen pull it back SLOWLY,Fig. 4°3

t4.

Let go of trigger and push cleaner over same area to pick up dirty

solution without putting down more solution. Continue using dry strokes until you see only a little solution coming up through the nozzle

[front of cleaner)°

15..

Do not make the carpet too wet! Use no more than two sets of Forward and backward strokes while releasing solution. Always follow with dry

strokes - the more the better°

Listen carefully! When the motor sound changes (rises in pitch), the recovery tank needs to

be emptied.

17,

When water has reached the full line in the recovery tank, the cleaner win NOT pick up

dirty solution+

18, Allow carpet to dry, Avoid walking on the carpet until it is dry,

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19. Increased air circulation (open doors, turn on fans, etc,) will help carpet dry thoroughly to prevent the growth of mold or mildew.

20. Vacuum thoroughly after carpet has dried This will reduce any shading left by the carpet

cleaner's brushes°

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