Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub Hard Floor Cleane, FloorMate SpinScrub Hard Floor Cleaner Owner's Manual
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Label located under cleaner)
Important Safeguards ............................................................................................. 3
Cleaner Assembly .................................................................................................... 5
Carton Contents .................................................................................................. 5
Attach Handle ...................................................................................................... 5
Install Brushes and Nozzle .................................................................................. 5
Unfold Handle ..................................................................................................... 6
How to Fold Handle ............................................................................................. 6
How To Use ............................................................................................................... 6
Cleaner Description ............................................................................................. 6
ON/OFF Switch ................................................................................................... 6
Handle Release Pedal ........................................................................................ 6
Transporting ........................................................................................................ 7
Mode Selector Dial .............................................................................................. 7
The Tanks ........................................................................................................... 8
Filters .................................................................................................................. 9
How To Clean ............................................................................................................ 10
Recommended Cleaning Sequence ................................................................... 10
Cleaning Floors .................................................................................................. 10
Picking Up Spills ................................................................................................. 10
Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 11
Nozzle ................................................................................................................. 11
Brushes ............................................................................................................... 12
Storage ................................................................................................................ 12
Lubrication ........................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 13
Service ....................................................................................................................... 14
Cleaning Products .................................................................................................... 15
Warranty .................................................................................................................... 16
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING:TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,
ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURY:
• Use indoorsonly.
• Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do not
immerse product.
• Foruse on bare floors or sealedwood floors. NOTfor use oncarpets.
• Always install float beforeany wet pick up operation.
• Closesupervision is necessary when anyappliance is used by or near children. Do
not allow cleaner to be usedas a toy or to run unattended at any time.
• Keephair, looseclothing, fingers, feet and all parts of bodyaway from openingsand
moving parts.
• Donot pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Do not pick up or useflammable or combustible materials such as gasolineor fine
wood sandings or use inareas where they may be present.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the
machine.
• Donot put any object intoopenings. Donot usewith anyopening blocked; keepfree
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduceair flow.
• 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.
• Always disconnectcord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner.
• Unplugcleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Donot unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, graspthe plug, not the cord.
• Neverhandle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Connectto a properly grounded outlet only. See "GroundingInstructions".
• Donot clean over floor electrical outlets.
• Donot use without tanks in place.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Donot place cleaner on stairs.
• Theuse of an extensioncord isnot recommended. If an extensioncord isabsolutely
necessary,useat leasta 16 gauge 3-wire cord which hasa 3-prong grounding type
plug and a 3-pole receptaclethat accepts the machine plug.
• Keepdetergents and other cleaners out of children's reach.
• Donot pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any other toxic material
with this appliance.
• When using recommended chemicals with this machine, be certain area is well
ventilated.
• Donotuseaflammableorcombustibleliquidtocleanafloor.
• UseonlycommerciallyavailableHoover®cleanersintendedformachineapplica-
tion.Donotuseanytypeofwaxwithextractor.
• Followmanufacturer'sinstructionsforallchemicalsusedwiththismachine.Donot
exceedrecommendedmixingratios.
• Storeinadryplace.Donotexposemachinetofreezingtemperatures.
• Donotusewithdamagedcordorplug.Ifapplianceisnotworkingasitshould,has
beendropped,damaged,leftoutdoors,ordroppedintowater,takeittoaHoover
SalesandServiceCenterorAuthorizedHoover_WarrantyServiceDealer.
• Usecleaneronlyforitsintendeduseasdescribedintheinstructions.
• WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or reproductiveharm.
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric 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 inserted into an appropriate
outlet (B)that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING:Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result inthe risk of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified electrician or service personif
youare in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Donot 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 (A) illustrated in Fig. 1. 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 connectedto
a permanent ground (G)such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must beheld in place by a metal screw. NOTE:In Canada,the use
of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the CanadianElectricalCode.
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CARTON CONTENTS
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A. Hard floor cleaner
B. Upper handle
C. Brush assembly
D. Nozzle
E. Hard Floor Cleaning Detergent
Remove all parts from carton and identify each
item shown.
Make sure all parts are located before disposing of
packing materials.
NOTE: Phillips screwdriver needed for assembly.
ATTACHHANDLE
1.2 Rotate bottom handle support (A) up to the
upright position until a snap is felt.
1.3 Align control rod (B) on upper handle (C) with
slot in bottom handle support (D).
Push upper handle (C) all the way down until you
hear it snap in place.
INSTALL BRUSHES AND NOZZLE
1.4 To install brushes, place handle in upright
position. Tilt cleaner back so that it rests on the
floor.
Align post (A) on brush block with hole (B) on
bottom of cleaner. Turn brushes slightly until post
fits easily into hole.
1.5 Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place.
1.6 To install nozzle, make sure latches (C) are out.
Align middle section (D) of nozzle with opening (E)
on cleaner.
Remove cardboard packing insert from squeegee
area on underside of nozzle.
1.7 While holding nozzle in place, slide latches
inward to lock in place.
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UNFOLD HANDLE
1,8 Raise upper handle
(A) to upright position
until it locks in place.
HOW TO FOLD HANDLE
1.9 Press upper handle
release button (B) to
fold handle to storage
position.
CLEANERDESCRIPTION
1. Soft Hand Grip
2. ON/OFF Switch
3. Solution Trigger: squeeze to
release cleaning solution
4. Mode Selector Dial: turns brushes
ON for wet washing and OFF for
drying and vacuuming
5. Clean Water Solution Tank Cap/
Measuring Cup
6. Clean Water Solution Tank
7. Clean Water Solution Tank
Release
8. Dirty Water Tank Release
9. Dirty Water Tank Lid and Filter
10. Dirty Water Tank: collects dry
debris as well as dirty cleaning
solution
11. Nozzle Release Buttons: release
nozzle for easy clean-up (located
behind nozzle)
12. Nozzle
13. Squeegee (underneath nozzle)
14. Bumper
15. Soft-tread Wheels
16. Carrying Handle
17. Upper Handle Release Button
18. Cord Hooks: top hook rotates for
quick cord release
19. Handle Release Pedal
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Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of
cleaner.
This cleaner is intended for household use.
ON/OFF SWITCH
2.2 Push switch (A)
once to turn cleaner
ON. Push switch again
to turn cleaner OFR
HANDLE RELEASEPEDAL
2.3 Step on pedal
(A) to lower handle
to operating position.
Handle does not lock
into a single position,
but "floats" to allow
convenient operation.
TRANSPORTING
2.4. To move your cleaner from room to room, put
handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on rear
wheels and push forward.
2.5 The cleaner may also be lifted using the carrying
handle (A) on the front of the cleaner.
MODE SELECTORDIAL
2.6 The Mode selector dial (A) turns the brushes on
and off.
2.7 For dry debris pickup, turn the dial to the
VACUUM position. In this position, the brushes will
not rotate and are raised off the floor surface.
To wet clean with brushes turned ON, turn the dial
to the WASH position.
For wet pickup, turn the dial to the DRY position.
Refer to "How to Clean" section for complete
cleaning instructions.
THE TANKS:
CLEAN WATER SOLUTION TANK
(upper tank)
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical
outlet.
The Clean Water Solution Tank holds detergent
and water that is to be dispersed onto the surface
being cleaned.
Howto Fill
Place carpet cleaner handle in the upright, locked
position.
2.8 To remove tank, squeeze release button and
pull tank straight out.
Carry tank to a sink.
2.9 Rotate tank cap counter-clockwise and lift up to
remove cap (A).
2.10 Turn cap (B) upside down to serve as a
measuring cup.
For hard surface floors such as vinyl, linoleum,
marble, laminate wood, polyurethane sealed wood
or other wood floors that can normally be cleaned
using water, use one cup (2 oz.) HOOVER e_Hard
Floor Detergent.
Check for worn spots or joint separations before
using, as these conditions could lead to damaged
flooring when using water to clean floor.
2.11 Pour cleaning concentrate into tank (C). Fill
tank to fill line (D) (1 quart) with warm water.
2.12 If rubber ring (E) on cap has become dislodged,
reposition it with uneven side against ledge (F) as
shown.
2.13 Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise until it
locks in place. Cap must be locked in place for
proper performance and to prevent leaking.
2.14 Slide tank straight into position until latch
snaps in place.
A CAUTIONA
DO NOT use cleaning concentrates that
contain solvent based ingredients.
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DIRTY WATER TANK(lower tank)
Automatic"Shut Off"
An automatic suction shut-off is built into the Dirty
Water Tank to prevent the tank from overflowing.
When the shut-off activates, the cleaner will not pick
up debris and the sound of the motor will change.
The Dirty Water Tank is full and must be emptied.
Howto Empty
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical
outlet.
Although not necessary for satisfactory
performance, it is recommended that the Dirty
Water Tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and
before wet operation.
Check the Clean Water Solution Tank also. It may
need to be refilled at this time.
2.15 To remove tank, press down on release button
(G) and pull tank straight out.
2.16 Remove tank lid (H). Empty tank.
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FILTERS
The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter.
Clean this filter when suction is low or reduced.
Howto Clean
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical
outlet.
2.17 Remove Dirty Water Tank and lid (Figs. 2.15 &
2.16). Remove filter lid (A), then remove filter (B).
Remove loose debris from filter by tapping the filter
or gently brushing using your hand. The filter may
also be rinsed for additional cleaning. Allow filter to
air dry between uses.
Reposition filter.
2.18 Replace filter lid. Press down firmly until
snapped in place.
Dry or loose debris will also collect on the filter
screen located in the tank lid.
2.19 To remove debris from screen, remove the
pleated filter from the lid. Remove debris from
screen (C).
The filter screen may also be cleaned by rinsing it
under running water.
Reposition pleated filter in lid. Replace lid onto Dirty
Water Tank, pressing down firmly until snapped in
place.
2.20 To replace Dirty Water Tank, place bottom of
tank behind ledge (D) and push tank straight into
cleaner body until it is locked in place.
RECOMMENDED CLEANINGSEQUENCE
Use your HOOVER ® FloorMate TM SpinScrub ® Cleaner to:
• VACUUM: Vacuum to remove loose dirt, hair and debris.
• WASH: Clean the floor surface. The brushes will provide light agitation to
help loosen dirt.
• DRY: Pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface.
The Mode selector dial turns the brushes on and off.
3.1 For dry debris pickup, turn the dial to the VACUUM position. In this position,
the brushes will not rotate and are raised off the floor surface.
To wet clean with brushes turned ON, turn the dial to the WASH position.
For wet pickup, turn the dial to the DRY position.
CLEANINGFLOORS
If using cleaner on sealed wood floors, inspect floor
surface for worn finish, bare wood or separated
joints. Do not use FloorMate TM SpinScrub ® cleaner
to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these
conditions exist.
Set Mode selector dial to VACUUM position and
vacuum floor.
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical
outlet. Empty Dirty Water Tank (see Figs. 2.15 &
2.16).
Fill Clean Water Solution Tank with either Floor to
Floor Cleaning Concentrate or Grout Cleaner,
depending upon the type of floor being cleaned, and
water (see Figs. 2.8 through 2.14).
Do not use solvent based cleaning concentrates in
your cleaner. Do not use any type of wax in your
cleaner.
Turn Mode selector dial to WASH position.
Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded
outlet.
Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to
operating position. Turn cleaner ON.
3.2 To release solution, squeeze trigger (A). Slowly
move cleaner forward and backward over area to
be cleaned.
Squeeze trigger to release solution as needed.
Overlap strokes by one inch to help prevent
streaking. The cleaner's suction will pick up the dirty
solution throughout cleaning.
To greatly enhance drying of the floor surface,
release trigger and turn Mode selector dial to the
DRY position. Continue to move cleaner over the
area to pick up the dirty solution.
To continue cleaning another area, turn Mode
selector dial to WASH position. Repeat cleaning
motion.
Empty Dirty Water Tank or clean the filter when the
motor sound becomes higher in pitch and there is a
loss of suction (see "Automatic shut-off' section).
• IMPORTANT.
Your HOOVER ® FloorMate TM SpinScrub ®
cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that
have been sealed with a polyurethane coating
and can be cleaned with water.
When cleaning sealed wood floors, make sure
all areas are completely dry. Ensure that no
water remains on the floor.
When switching between wet cleaning and wet
pickup, it is not necessary to turn the cleaner off.
Simply move the Mode selector dial between
the two settings.
A CAUTIONA
To prevent damage to wood floors, follow
the flooring manufacturer's cleaning
recommendations.
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