Hoover Hard Floor Machine User Manual

F l o o r M A X

H a rd Floor Machine

Thank you for selecting a HOOVER® product.

This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. If you should happen to need assistance

during assembly or operation, call

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

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

Visit us online at www.hoovercompany.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the “Service” button).

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STO R E .

Owner’s Manual

English ➜ pp. 1-8

Español ➜ pág. 9-14 Français ➜ p. 15-20

Review this manual before

operating cleaner.

Fill in and retain!

The model and serial number are located on the rear wheel cover of the floor machine.

For your personal records, please enter these numbers in the spaces provided below and retain in a safe place.

Your floor machine is model ___________________________________ 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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS!

Index

Accessories ....................................3, 7

Assembly..............................................4

Floor Care Hints ..................................8

How to Use........................................4-6

Cleaning Floors ..........................4-5

Polishing & Buffing Floors............6

Waxing Floors ................................5

If You Have a Problem ........................7

Service ............................................7

Important Safeguards ........................2

Maintenance ........................................6

Lubrication......................................7

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WARNING:

• Use indoors only.

• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement part s . See instructions for servicing of double-insulated appliance under “ S e rv i c e ” .

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near ch i l d r e n . Do not allow this appliance to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.

• Keep hair,loose cl o t h i n g ,f i n ge rs ,feet and all parts of body aw ay from openings and other moving part s . Do not operate floor machine in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals.

• Do not use with flammable or combu s t i ble liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

• When using chemicals with this mach i n e,be certain area is well ventilated.

• F o l l ow manu f a c t u r e r ’s instructions for all chemicals used with this mach i n e. Do not exceed recommended mixing ratios.

• Use only commerc i a l ly ava i l a ble floor cl e a n e rs and waxes intended for machine a p p l i c a t i o n .

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs .

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening

bl o ck e d ;keep free of dust,l i n t ,h a i r,or anything that may reduce air flow.

• Unplug the cord from outlet when not in use or when taking off or putting on brushes or pads. Be sure handle is in upright position before attaching or r e m oving plug from outlet.

• A lw ays disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the floor mach i n e.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord . To unplug,grasp the plug,not the cord . N ever 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 a round sharp edges or corners . Do not run appliance over cord . Keep cord aw ay f rom heated surfaces.

• The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If an extension cord is a b s o l u t e ly necessary,use one with an electrical rating equal or greater than the vo l t age and amperes specified on the data plate located on the wheel cov e r.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,has been dro p p e d ,d a m age d ,left outdoors ,or dropped into water, take it to a Hoover Fa c t o ry Service Center or Au t h o r i zed Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).

• Use appliance for its intended use as described in this ow n e r ’s manu a l . Use only a t t a chments recommended by The Hoover Company ;o t h e rs may cause hazard s .

When using an electrical appliance, always follow

basic precautions, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Questions or Concerns?

The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions re g a rding its use. Look on the list provided with the product for your local H o over Fa c t o ry Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for the neare s t Au t h o r i zed Hoover Wa r r a n t y

S e rvice Dealer (Depot) or call:

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet

locations (U.S. only) OR 1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative

in the Hoover Consumer Response Center OR Visit us online at www.hoovercompany.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on

the “Service” button)

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TOTHE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE.

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1. Assembly

Carton contents

Unpack floor machine and identify the accessories shown. Remove and dispose of packing.

A. Power Scrub and Cleaning

Brushes B. Felt Buffing Pads (gray) C. Fasteners D. Hard Floor Machine E. Upper and Lower Handle Sections F.Bare Floor Cleaner

Description

1. Cord Storage Hook

2. Bolt

3. Cord Clip

4. Handle Release

5. Splash Guard

6.Wheel Cover 7 .Wheels

8. Nut Operate only at voltage specified on

data plate. This appliance is intended for house-

hold use.

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