Hoover HS85-THP-ZA User Manual

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HS85-THP-ZA

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MACHINE OVERVIEW

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Unit

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Handle
Upper cord clip
Lower cord clip
Clean water tank
Hard water filter (hidden)
On/Off button
LED indicator
Floorhead
Steam release trigger (hidden)
Handle release button (hidden)
Floorhead release button (hidden)
Hose
Detailer tool
Window squeegee/Upholstery tool
Concentration nozzle
Accessories connector
Grout brush
Small plastic brush
Large plastic brush
Metal brush
BBQ brush
Scraper tool
Shoulder strap
Upholstery cloth
Microfibre cleaning pad
Pro cleaning pads x2
Carpet glider/Cooling base
Accessories storage bag
Measuring jug
Descaling pin
Compact scrub brush

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Please keep instructions for further use and use only as instructed in this guide. This steamer is intended
for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

WARNING: Danger of scalding.

1. Only use the steamer indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.

2. Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts and openings whilst
using the steamer.

3. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

5. Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use, and test your
flooring/carpet/rugs by running the steamer over a small hidden area, if no pile distortion or no
damage occurs continue cleaning. Not suitable for use on wax polished floors or furniture, acrylic
surfaces and synthetic, velvet or steam/water sensitive materials.

6. This steamer should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as microwaves, televisions
and electrical heating systems etc.

7. Only Hoover

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recommended tools should be used with the steamer.

8. Don’t touch any hot areas/accessories on the steamer. It’s normal for the steamer and
accessories to heat up during use, always turn off and allow them to cool down before handling
or changing accessories.

9. Don’t leave the steamer plugged in when unattended.

10. Don’t use the steamer if it has been dropped, damaged, immersed in water or left outdoors.

11. Don’t run over the power cord or use steamer if the power cord or plug is damaged.

12. Don’t handle the plug or use the steamer with wet hands.

13. Don’t pull or carry the steamer by the power cord. Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull
the power cord around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the power cord. Don’t unplug
steamer by pulling on the power cord.

14. Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to the steamer,
remove blockages only as instructed in this guide.

15. Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical components such as the interior of
ovens or wires. Never touch the steam jet from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding).

16. Don’t use the steamer with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user.
The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.

17. Always fill the water tank with water only, never add perfume, stain remover or products
containing alcohol.

18. Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly and make sure hard floor areas are free from grit and
debris before using the steamer.

19. Always unplug the steamer after use and before carrying out any maintenance.

20. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

21. Always carry the steamer by the handle.

22. Store the steamer in a cool, dry area. Before storing the steamer please ensure the water tank is
thoroughly clean and dry.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

Accessories

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OPERATION

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IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufactuerer’s care recommendations before use and test the
steamer on a hidden area of flooring/surface to begin with.

Push the main
body down into the
floorhead until it
clicks into place.

Assembling your steamer

Stand the steamer
upright by pushing the
main body forward to
lock into position.

Push the handle into
main body until it clicks
into place.

Filling the water tank

Press the water tank
release button and pull
tank to remove.

Pull the tab on water
tank cap to open.

Fill water tank with
max 400ml water.
Replace cap and push
firmly to close.

To replace water tank,
line up base of water
tank into ridge of
steamer. Push to click
into place.

CAUTION:

The steamer head gets very hot during use. Always switch off the steamer before

emptying the water tank or changing the cleaning pads/accessories.

Before you begin cleaning

Test for colour fastness in a small hidden area of upholstery/fabric to check for colour
removal before use.
When using the steamer, basic safety precautions should always be observed.
Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical components such as interior of
ovens or wires.
Never touch the steam jet or floorhead from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding).
The steamer is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the steamer
overheats it will switch off. If this happens turn off and unplug the steamer, allow to cool
for a least 2 to 4 hours and re-start.
Don’t use hot or boiling water to fill clean water tank.

IMPORTANT: Never use the steamer without a cleaning pad attached to the floorhead. Never leave
the steamer in one spot for an extended period of time or with a damp or wet pad attached as this
may damage the floor surface.