Hoover SteamVac All Terrain Carpet and Hard Floor Cleaner with Auto Rinse Feature Steam Vacuum, SteamVac F7452900, F7452, F7458950 Owner's Manual
The Easy to Use Carpet
and Hard Floor Cleaner
All Terrain Carpet and
Hard Floor Cleaner
with Auto Rinse
™
Feature
®
SteamVac™ All Terrain™ Cleaner cleans carpet fibers and hard floors
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:
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
• Use indoors only.
• Use only on surfaces moistened by
the cleaning process. 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.
• Do not fill with water above 140˚F
(60˚C).
• When using recommended chemicals with this machine, be certain
area is well ventilated.
• Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs. Do not place cleaner on stairs.
• Use 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 3prong grounding type plug and a 3pole receptacle that accepts the
machine plug.
• Unplug 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 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 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
Hoover SteamVac™ cleaners intended
for machine application. Do not use
any type of wax with 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 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 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.
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.
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).
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.
A
B
C
D
F
G
E
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
Save these instructions!
Grounding
Instructions
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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 bottom of the
cleaner.
Model No. ____________________________
Serial No. _____________________________
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.
Contents
Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . 2
Parts needed for assembly. . . . . . . 3
Assembling cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Cleaner description . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General operation . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Filling the clean water tank . . 8-10
Emptying the recovery tank . . . 10
SpinScrub mode selector . . . . . . 8
Automatic shut-off. . . . . . . . . . . . 8
How to use
Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . 10
After cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cleaning hard floors . . . . . . 12-13
Using the tools . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Cleaning carpeted stairs. . . . . 15
Cleaning upholstery . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Removing brushes . . . . . . . . . . 16
If you have a problem . . . . . . . . . 17
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Parts & accessories mail order
form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1. Assembly
A
B
C
F
E
L
D
J
K
H I
G
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A. Cleaner
B. Upper handle
C. Handle bolts and nuts (in bag with hose)
D. Hose/cord hook
E. Hose/tool caddy
F. Hose
G. Stair/upholstery nozzle
H. Carpet/Upholstery Detergent
I. Hard Floor Cleaning Solution
J. Hard Floor Squeegee
K. Hard Floor Brush Assembly
*
L. SpinScrub™ hand tool
Accessories not included with your model may be
purchased separately using the order form located at
the back of this manual.
*Hard floor brush assembly (white bristles) is not
intended for use on carpets or rugs.
©2006 The Hoover Company
www.hoover .com
Parts needed for assembly
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Thank you for choosing a HOOVER product.
If you need any assistance:
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.
Accessories
Carpet
Upholstery
Cleaner
Bare
floor
cleaner
Attach hose/cord
hook
Insert tabs on hook into slots on back of
cleaner. Snap hook onto cleaner.
Slide tabs (E) on caddy into slots (F) on
back of cleaner.
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The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing.
1-2
Attach upper handle
Remove clean water tank (upper tank)
from cleaner.
With cord hook (D) to back of cleaner, push
upper handle down onto lower handle.
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Push bolts into holes on front of handle. If
bolts will not go through hole easily , han dle is not pushed completely down.
Place nuts in recessed areas on back
of the handle. Hold each nut in place
while tightening each bolt securely (from
the front of the handle) 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.
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1-6
Replace clean water tank (upper tank)
by positioning bottom first. Press tank
into place.
E
F
Attach hose/tool caddy
The hose/tool caddy is designed to be
used either on the cleaner for easy
access to the tools and hose, or if the
tools are not going to be used, it can be
removed and hung for storage.
If you do not want to attach the caddy to
the cleaner at this time, proceed to Fig.
1-10 for proper hose placement on the
caddy.
D
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1-3
A
B
C
NOTE: If the cord protector (A) on back
of handle should become dislodged
during unpacking, make sure it is repo-
sitioned properly before continuing
with assembly of your cleaner. With the
arrow (B) on the cord protector pointing
down, press groove (C) in the cord protector into slot in the lower handle.
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G
H
Rotate top of caddy toward cleaner
handle. Slide caddy down so notch (G)
on caddy rests in hook (H) on cleaner.
Storing hose and
tools
Press hose, a few inches from nozzle
connector end (I), into caddy. Bring
hose up and over top of caddy.
Press hose into opposite side of caddy.
Loop hose at bottom of cleaner and
press into top of hook (K).
Loop hose over top of caddy again.
Slide hose clip (L) toward end of hose.
Snap tab (M) on hose connector into
hose clip.
Insert top of hard floor squeegee
through “loop” on caddy. Slide tool down
into place.
Snap stair/upholstery nozzle onto
caddy.
SpinScrub™ hand tool
The SpinScrub™ hand tool is shipped in
a plastic bag for protection. To remove
the bag before using the tool, open tool
door.
K
L
M
I
I
J
Identify the hose parts before storing
hose.
I. Nozzle connector end
J. Solution tube
Repeat on other end of hose.
Press solution tube (J) into opposite side
of clip.
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J
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Pull tool down and outward.
To reposition the tool, reverse this procedure.
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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
holes on sides of tool storage area.
Snap door into place.
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2. How to use
The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing.
2-1
2-2
1. Hand grip
2. Solution trigger: press to release cleaning solution
3. ON/OFF switch
4. Rinse Setting switch
5. SpinScrub™ hand tool
6. Carrying handle
7. Clean water tank handle
8. Clean water tank
9. Detergent container
10. Recovery tank handle
11. Recovery tank: holds dirty solution
12. Recovery tank latches
13. SpinScrub mode selector
14. Solution tube connection port
15. Edge cleaners: provided on both sides of nozzle to
remove dirt near baseboards
16. Nozzle
17. Hose connection port
18. Cord hook: rotates for quick cord release
19. Hose
20. Hose/tool caddy
21. Stair/upholstery nozzle
22. Hard floor squeegee
23. Cord/hose hook
24. Handle release pedal
25. Soft wheels
This cleaner is intended for household use.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on
data plate on back of cleaner. Plug cleaner into
a properly grounded outlet.
ON
OFF
WASH
AUTO RINSE
Rinse
ON/OFF switch
To turn cleaner ON, push switch down.
To turn cleaner OFF, push switch up.
A
Handle release pedal
Step on pedal (A) 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 cleaner from room to
room, put handle in upright and locked
position, tilt cleaner back on wheels and
push forward.
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Cleaner description
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Automatic shut off
When the recovery tank (lower tank) is full
the automatic shutoff mechanism will shut
off the cleaner suction (suction will be
noticeably reduced).
At that time, the yellow float disk will rise
to the top of the recovery tank lid (B).
The cleaner will no longer pick up dirty
solution and the motor sound will
become noticeably higher in pitch.
When this happens, turn cleaner off
and empty recovery tank before con-
tinuing use.
Check clean water tank also; it may
need to be refilled.
Do not use without float and float
retainer in place. If broken or dislodged, take to an Authorized Hoover
Service Center or Dealer for repair.
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ON
OFF
WASH
AUTO RINSE
Rinse
Carrying handle
The cleaner may also be lifted by placing a hand above the upper clean solution tank handle as shown.
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2-8
2-6
SpinScrub mode
selector
Your SteamVac™ cleaner has three agitator brush settings.
SPILL PICK-UP - brushes OFF for picking up spills or cleaning carpets and
bare floors when brushing is not
desired.
HARD TERRAIN - for cleaning ceramic
tile, linoleum and sealed wood floors.
The brushes will rotate at a slower
speed.
CARPET TERRAIN - brushes at maximum speed for cleaning carpets
Slide selector button to the desired setting before cleaning.
B
C
D
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The tanks
Clean water tank
(upper tank)
The clean water tank (C) holds the water
that will either be mixed with detergent
for cleaning the carpet or floor, or used
to rinse the carpet or floor.
The detergent container (D) is permanently attached to the water tank. It
holds the detergent that mixes with the
water.
Rinse Setting switch
Use this switch to select a wash with
rinse setting or a rinse only setting.
WASH-AutoRinse - This setting cleans
your carpet with detergent and water on
the forward stroke. On the reverse
stroke, a water-only rinse is applied
automatically.
RINSE - This setting applies water-only
rinse in both the forward and reverse
strokes.
See “How to clean” section for more
details.
How to fill
Unplug carpet cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Place cleaner handle in the upright,
locked position.
To remove tank, press down on tank
handle and pull forward.
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2-15
2-14
2-16
2-17
Fill container (16 oz.) with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery Detergent or
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™ cleaner.
To assure proper results, use only
HOOVER detergent.
Replace container cap and tighten.
NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.
They are specially formulated for use
with your SteamVac™ 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.
Position bottom of tank onto cleaner
using one hand on each side of the
tank to center it on the unit.
NOTE: the tank pivots towards the back
of the unit.
To fill detergent container (F), turn cap
counterclockwise and remove cap.
DO NOT REMOVE detergent container
from tank.
Fill tank (E) (1 gallon) with hot tap water.
CAUTION: Do not fill with water above
140°F (60°C).
Replace tank cap and tighten.
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Carry tank to a sink.
Turn tank cap counterclockwise and
remove cap.
E
F
A
B
C
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WARNING: Certain oxygenated-type
cleaners, such as OxiClean* and
TuffOxi** will damage your
SteamVac™ detergent container (A),
clean water tank (B) or recovery tank
(C). Use only HOOVER SteamVac™
Oxy detergent for this purpose.
*OxiClean is a registered trademark of
Orange Glo International, Inc.
**TuffOxi is a trademark of Tuff Products
for Pets
Push the top of the tank and tank
handle while supporting the back of the
unit with your other hand.
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Push up on the handle once the tank is
back to latch it to the unit.
Before you begin
cleaning
a. Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet,
use a HOOVER 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™ cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.
b. For upholstery, check cleaning
code - Use your HOOVER SteamVac™
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 uphol-
stery does not have a code, seek professional assistance.
c. T est for colorfastness - Wet a white
absorbent cloth with the detergent. 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.
3. How to clean
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 & Stain
Spray Cleaner
*- Test Spot & 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 &
Stain Spray Cleaner onto spots and traffic
areas. Wait at least ten minutes. Use your
SteamVac™ cleaner to pick up Spot & 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 & Stain Spray Cleaner.
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. T o prevent staining, use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray.
g. T o avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs/carpet, either
move area rugs/carpet to a non-
wood bare floor surface or
place waterproof
material (e.g. plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
See pages 12-15 for instructions on various
cleaning tasks.
h. Choose the proper brush assembly
for the cleaning task. The brush assembly
with the green, shorter bristles is for carpets
and rugs; the assembly with the white,
longer bristles is for hard floor surfaces.
*Available at additional cost if not included
with your model.
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Recovery tank
(lower tank)
The recovery tank holds the dirty solution that is picked up from the surface
being cleaned.
When the recovery tank is full, the automatic shut-off will engage, suction will
stop (see page 8), and the tank must be
emptied.
How to empty
Turn cleaner off and unplug from electrical outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean water tank (Fig. 2-10) by pressing
down on tank handle and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank
on furniture).
Step on handle release pedal (Fig. 2-3)
and lower handle until it rests on the
floor.
Turn recovery tank latches (A) outward
(one on each side of tank).
Raise handle (B) straight up and lift tank
off cleaner.
Carry tank to sink or drain.
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Lower handle toward back of tank to
unlock lid. Lift lid off tank.
Empty tank and reposition lid.
For full suction, it is important that
the recovery tank lid is properly
secured before cleaning.
Raise tank handle to carrying position
and place it onto cleaner. Lower handle
to front of tank.
Turn latches (one on each side of tank)
inward to lock tank in place.
Raise handle of cleaner to upright position and reposition upper clean water
tank.
A
B
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Check tank to make sure it is securely
latched.
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NOTE: There may be a small amount of
water (indicated by arrows) on the base
when the tank is removed from the unit.
This is a normal condition.
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