Hoover SpinScr Owner's Manual
HOOVE
®
Owner's
Manual
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The Easy to Use
Deep Cleaner
with attached tools
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applying hot tap water and cleaning solution.
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important Safeguards, w
When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic
precautions, including the following;
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
. Use indoors only.
. Use only on surfaces moistened by
the cleaning process or small spills.
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.
. Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs. Do not place deep cleaner on
stairs.
. Use deep cleaner only for its
intended use as described in the
instructions.
. Use only attachments recommend-
ed by The Hoover Company; 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 3=
prong grounding type plug and a 3-
pole receptacle that accepts the
machine plug.
. Unplug deep cleaner when not in
use. Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
. Unplug before connecting the pow=
ered hand tool.
• Always disconnect cord from electri-
cal outlet before servicing the deep
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.
Save these instructions!
• 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 Factory Service
Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer.
• Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow deep
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
floor cleaners intended for machine
application. Do not use any type of
wax with deep cleaner.
• To assist in reducing drying time,
be certain the area is well ventilated
when using detergents and other
cleaners with this machine.
• 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 ciga-
rettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp
objects with the deep 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 open-
ings. 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 resoil-
ing, avoid contact with carpets until
they are dry. Keep children and pets
away from carpets until they are com-
pletely dry.
• Store in a dry place. Do not expose
machine to freezing temperatures.
Grounding
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Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis-
tance for electrical current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-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 equipment-
grounding conductor can result in the
risk of electric shock. Check with a qual-
ified 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 perma-
nent 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.
Thank you for choosing a HOOVER product.
If you need anv 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.
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 back of the handle.
Model No.
Serial number
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 deep cleaner ...... 3-5
Deep cleaner description ........ 7
General operation ........... 7-10
Filling the clean solution tank. 8-9
Emptying the recovery tank . 9-10
Brush speed selector ......... 8
Brush Indicator .............. 8
How to use
Before you begin ........... 10
After cleaning .............. 11
Cleaning carpet ............. 11
Picking up spills ............ 11
Cleaning bare floors ......... 12
Clean Surge TM Feature ....... 11
Using the tools .......... 12-14
Cleaning carpeted stairs ..... 14
Cleaning upholstery ..... 14-15
If you have a problem ......... 16
Lubrication .................. 16
Service ..................... 16
Storage ..................... 16
Warranty .................... 16
Carton contents
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A. Deep cleaner
B. Upper handle
C. Handle bolts and nuts
D. Tool holder with screw
E. Hose
F. Hose holder
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Not all accessories are included with every model.
G. Carpet/Upholstery Detergent
H. Bare Floor Cleaner
I. Pre-Cleaner
J. Bare floor tool
K. Nozzle cleanout tool
L. Powered hand tool
M. Stair/upholstery nozzle
N. Utility tool
N
Accessories not included with your model may be
purchased separately using the order form located
at the center of this manual.
The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing. Model with powered hand tool
shown.
A
Attach upper handle
Remove clean solution tank (upper tank)
from deep cleaner.
With cord hook (A) to back of deep cleaner,
push upper handle down onto lower han-
dle. Push bolts into holes on front of han-
dle. If bolts will not go through hole easi-
ly handle is not pushed completely
down.
B
Attach hose holder
Position hose holder (B) onto handle by
matching tabs on rack with openings on
back of handle. Make sure bolts are
through holes.
Place nuts in recessed areas on back
of hose holder. Hold each nut in place
while tightening each bolt securely
(from the front of the handle) with a
Phillips screwdriver.
Only two nuts are needed on this
model. The extra nut is not required but
has been provided for your conve-
nience.
When handle sections are completely
together, squeeze trigger (C) and
depress Clean Surge TM Button (D) on
upper handle.
You will hear a "snap" when the trig-
ger rod is in place.
Attach tool holder
Remove tool and taped screw from
holder. Insert projections on holder into
slots on back of cleaner.
Slide holder down into place. Insert
screw at (E) and tighten with a Phillips
screwdriver.
Replace clean solution tank (upper
tank) by positioning bottom first. Press
on tank handle to snap top of tank into
place.
H
Storing hose & tool
Stretch hose out and identify ends.
F. Nozzle connector end of hose H. Solution tube
G. Trigger I. Converter end of hose
Note: You may find it helpful when storing the hose and nozzle to refer to the informa-
tion on the back of the deep cleaner and on the converter end of the hose.
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Wrap hose around hook on upper
handle (K). Press hose into clips on
upper hose holder (L).
Wrap hose around lower tool holder and
continue until nozzle connector is near
upper hose holder. Clip hose in place.
Start with converter end of hose (I). Fit
converter over tab near tool holder (j).
Press converter firmly to snap in place.
Press solution tube (H) into clip next to
converter as shown.
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Press cord into cord clip on back of
hose holder. Pull cord tight.
Position stair/upholstery nozzle (models
with powered hand tool) or utility nozzle
(not included with all models) in holder
at base of cleaner and snap it into place
as shown at arrow.
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Slide bare floor attachment into holder
as shown. (Not included with all
models.)
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Upfront tool
storage
On some models, a powered hand tool
stores behind the door on front of the
handle (M).
On other models, the stair/upholstery
nozzle stores in this area (N).
To replace tool, push connector end of
tool (0) up into opening in storage area.
Snap nozzle into place.
Powered hand tool
The powered hand tool is shipped in a
plastic bag for protection. To remove the
bag before using the tool, open tool
door.
Stair/upholstery nozzle
To store stair/upholstery nozzle, open
tool door, place nozzle in bracket and fit
it securely into position. To remove,
reverse this procedure.
For models with the powered hand tool,
the stair/upholstery nozzle stores on the
back of the cleaner (Fig. 1-15).
Pull tool down and outward. Remove tool
from bag. Discard bag.
How to reattach tool
cover
The tool cover is designed with a break-
away feature which allows it to snap free
if it is pushed open too far.
To reattach, align hinges of cover with
slots on sides of tool storage area.
Push cover down to secure in place.
Deep cleaner description
The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing.
1. Hand grip
2. Solution trigger: press to
release clean solution.
3. Clean Surge TM button
4. Cord clip: place cord in clip
to keep it out of the way
when using cleaner
5. Hose
6. Hose holder: wrap hose
around holder and hooks
for storage.
7. Hose hooks
8. Cord hooks: wrap cord
around hooks for storage.
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The top hook can be rotated
right or left for quick and
easy cord release.
9. Powered hand tool or stair/
upholstery nozzle
10. Carrying handle
11. Clean solution tank handle
12. Clean solution tank cap/
measuring cup
13. Clean solution tank: holds
cleaning solution.
14. Recovery tank lid
15. Recovery tank: holds dirty
solution.
16. Recovery tank front panel
17. Hood
18. Brush speed selector:
slide selector to set brush
speed on HI, LO, or OFR
19. Brush Indicator: spins
when brushes are rotating.
20. Nozzle
21. Solution tube connection
22. Recovery tank latches
23. ON/OFF pedal
24. Handle release pedal: step
on pedal to lower handle to
operating (floor) position.
25. Stair/upholstery nozzle or
utility nozzle
26. Bare floor attachment*
*Not included with all models
This deep cleaner is intended
for household use.
Operate deep cleaner only at
voltage specified on data plate
on back of cleaner. Plug deep
cleaner Into a properly ground-
ed outlet.
ON/OFF pedal &
Handle release pedal
Step on pedal (A) to turn deep cleaner
on. Step on pedal again to turn deep
cleaner off.
Step on pedal (B) 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 deep cleaner from room to
room put handle in upright and locked
position tilt deep cleaner back on
wheels and push forward.
The deep cleaner may also be lifted by
placing a hand under the upper clean
solution tank handle as shown.
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G
Automatic "shut off"
When the recovery tank (lower tank) is full
the automatic shutoff mechanism will shut
off the deep cleaner suction (suction will
be noticeably reduced).
At that time the yellow float disk will rise
to the top of the recovery tank lid (E).
The deep cleaner will no longer pick up
dirty solution and the motor sound will
become noticeably higher in pitch.
When this happens turn deep cleaner
off and empty recovery tank before
continuing use.
Check clean solution tank also; it may
need to be refilled.
H
Brush speed selector
Your 'SteamVac' deep cleaner has three
agitator brush settings.
HI - for normal cleaning of carpet and
bare floors
LO - for gentle cleaning of carpets and
bare floors
OFF - for cleaning carpets and bare
floors when brushing is not desired.
(Such as when picking up liquid spills.
See page 11.)
Slide selector button to the desired set-
ting before cleaning.
Brush indicator
The brush indicator will spin (F) when
the deep cleaner is turned ON and the
brushes are rotating.
If the indicator does not spin and the
pattern is visible (G) when the deep
cleaner is turned ON, the brushes are
not rotating.
There are three reasons why the brushes
may not be rotating:
1. Brush speed selector set on OFF (see
previous section).
2. Handle in upright position.
3. Brush indicator screen dirty.
Toclean screen (H), turn deep cleaner off
and disconnect from electrical outlet.
Remove clear cover and wipe off screen
with a damp cloth. Snap cover back into
position.
The tanks
Clean solution tank
(upper tank)
The clean solution tank holds the clean-
ing solution that is to be dispersed onto
the surface to be cleaned.
How to fill
Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.
Place deep cleaner handle in the
upright, locked position.
To remove tank, press down on handle
and pull forward.
Carry tank to a sink.
Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and
lift up to remove cap.
5 OUNCES/
Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a
measuring cup.
Using cap, measure detergent following
the chart below.
For carpet, carpeted stairs and uphol-
stery:
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery Detergent.
For bare floors:
Fill cap to fill line (5ounces) with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner *
Do not use Bare Floor Cleaner on carpet or
upholstery. Do not use any type of wax
with your 'SteamVac' deep cleaner.
NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.
They are specially formulated for use
with your 'SteamVac' deep cleaner.
*Available at additional cost if not included
with your model.
For heavy traffic areas:
Pre-treat with HOOVER PreCleaner
Spray.
If you do not have access to the
PreCleaner Spray, double the amount
of HOOVER Detergent (use 2 capfuls
or 10 ounces per 1 gallon tank).
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.
For Medical Information (U.S.) call
1-800-752-7869.
Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise
until it locks in place. Cap must be
locked in place for proper perfor-
mance and to prevent leaking.
Pour detergent into tank. Fill tank to
fill line (B) (1 gallon) with hot tap
water.
To assure proper performance, use only
HOOVER cleaning detergent.
Position bottom of tank into unit and
press on tank handle to snap tank into
place.
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If rubber ring (C) on cap has become
dislodged, reposition it with uneven side
against ledge (D) as shown.
Recovery tank
(lower tank)
The recovery tank holds the dirty solu-
tion that is picked up from the carpet.
When the recovery tank is full, the auto-
matic shut-off will engage (see page 8)
and the tank must be emptied.
How to empty
Turn deep cleaner off and disconnect
from electrical outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank (Fig. 2-9) by pressing
down on tank handle and pulling for-
ward; set tank aside (do not set tank
on furniture).
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle until it rests on the floor.
If cleaning stairs or upholstery, remove
hose by reversing procedure as shown
on page 12.
Rotate recovery tank latches (E) outward
(one on each side of tank).
Lift tank off of deep cleaner and carry it
to a sink or drain.
Replace tank and press down to ensure
that it is properly seated in place.
Rotate latches (E) (one on each side
of tank) inward to lock tank in place.
To continue cleaning stairs or upholstery,
replace hose as shown on page 12.
Raise handle to upright position and
replace upper clean solution tank.
Do notsaturatecarpet or upholsterywith
PreCleaner.
If you do not have access to the
PreCleaner Spray, double the amount
of HOOVER Detergent (use 2 capfuls
or 10 oz. per 1 gallon) in the clean
solution tank.
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. To prevent staining, use plastic or alu-
minum foil to protect wood or metal sur-
faces from possible water spray.
g. To avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs/car-
pet, either move area rugs/carpet to a non-
Unlatch back part of tank lid and
remove lid.
Empty tank. Pour dirty water out from the
rear of the tank (F).
Before you begin
cleaning
a. Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet,
use a 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' deep cleaner as a dry vac-
uum cleaner.
b. For upholstery, check cleaning
code - Use your HOOVER 'SteamVac'
deep cleaner only if the upholstery fab-
ric 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
upholstery does not have a code, seek
professional assistance.
c. Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent
and water according to the instructions
under "Fillclean solution tank" on pages 8
wood bare floor surface or place waterproof
material (e.g. plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
See pages 11 and 12for instructions on
various cleaning tasks.
*Available at additional cost if not included
with your model.
The lid replaces in a hinge-like man-
ner. Position the front of lid under tabs
(G) on front of tank. Rotate lid down
onto tank. Make sure that the lid is
secure on all sides before placing
tank on cleaner.
For full suction, it is important
that the recovery tank lid is prop-
erly secured before cleaning.
and 9. Wet a white absorbent cloth with the
solution. In a small, hidden area, gently rub
the surface withthe 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.
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 pre-
vent wood finishes from staining carpet.
Pin up furniture skirts and draperies.
e. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic
areas with HOOVER® PreCleaner*-
Test PreCleaner 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
PreCleaner onto spots and traffic areas. Wait
at least ten minutes. Use your 'SteamVac'
deep cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and
spot. Repeat until spot is removed; carefully
scrub with a household scrub brush if nec-
essary.
After cleaning
a. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To
help prevent matting and resoiling the
carpet, keep children and pets away
from surface until it is completely dry. If
it is necessary to walk on damp car-
pet,place towels or white cloths on the
traffic areas.
If furniture must be replaced before the
carpet is dry, use plastic or aluminum
foil pads under legs of furniture so metal
slides or wood finishes will not stain the
carpet.
b. If desired, the carpet may be rinsed.
Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning,
but it may Improve the surface's
appearance after it is dry.
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If rinsingisdesired,becarefulnotto
over-wetthecarpetorupholstery.
Allow time for carpet or upholstery to
dry completely between cleaning and
rinsing. To rinse, follow the same proce-
dure for cleaning only using hot tap
water with no detergent in the upper
clean solution tank.
c. Empty tanks, rinse with clear water
and let air dry. Rinse the solution tank
cap and recovery tank lid and let air dry.
d. Remove debris from recovery tank fil-
ter and rinse with clean water.
Note: If the filter must be removed for
cleaning, it is easier to replace if the fil-
ter is wet.
e. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after
carpet has completely dried. This will
help reduce any shading left by the
deep cleaner's brushes.
To clean nozzle
If lint or other debris becomes lodged in
nozzle, do not attempt to remove
nozzle cover.
Pour one to two cups of clear water on a
non-carpeted floor. Do not pour water
onto a wood floor.
Pick up water with your 'SteamVac' deep
cleaner. Repeat as necessary until
debris is flushed out of nozzle.
Some models have a nozzle clean=out
tool for removing debris or if a non-car-
peted floor is not available. To use the
tool: Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet. Slide tool into nozzle
and remove debris as shown.
To clean the outside of the machine,
wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in
warm water and mild detergent. Do not
use solvent or petroleum based prod-
ucts to clean the machine.
Read "Before you begin cleaning"
instructions on page 10.
1. Fill clean solution tank (upper tank)
with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according to instructions on
pages 8 and 9.
2. Move speed selector to LO for gen-
tle cleaning or HI for normal cleaning.
3. Dry hands and plug cord into a prop-
erly grounded outlet.
Do not clean over floor electrical out-
lets.
4. To avoid walking on damp carpet,
start at the end of the room farthest from
the door or path to sink where tanks will
be emptied and filled.
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle to operating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.
5. Squeeze trigger to release cleaning
solution and slowly push deep cleaner
forward (equals one wet stroke).
6. Continue to squeeze trigger and
slowly pull deep cleaner back toward
you (second wet stroke). Release trigger
and slowly push deep cleaner forward
over area just sprayed with solution (dry
stroke). Then slowly pull deep cleaner
back toward you without squeezing trig-
ger (dry stroke).
7. Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre-
vent streaking.
Keep nozzle flat on floor for both for-
ward and reverse strokes.
8. For heavily soiled areas, repeat steps
5-7.
9. For particularly soiled carpet or spots,
use the Clean Surge TM button (see fol-
lowing section). Avoid saturating carpet,
as noted below.
Note: To avoid saturating carpet, do
not use more than 4 wet strokes over
one area. Always end with dry
strokes.
It is best to alternate wet and dry
strokes as described above.
For best cleaning results and to aid in
faster drying of carpet, end with more
dry strokes. (Continue using dry strokes
until little water is visible passing
through the recovery tank lid.)
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see
"Automatic shut-off", page 8).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 11.
Clean Surge TM Button
The 'Clean Surge' button can be used to
dispense extra solution when cleaning
particularly soiled areas of carpet or
spots.
To use, press 'Clean Surge' button while
squeezing solution trigger. For normal
solution spray, release button and con-
tinue to squeeze solution trigger.
Your HOOVER SteamVac deep cleaner
may also be used to pick up small liq-
uid spills (1 gallon or less, never to
exceed 1/4 inch in depth) on carpet,
upholstery, or bare floors.
For best results, pick up spills immedi-
ately by placing the stair/upholstery noz-
zle just above the spill and suction up
any residue on top of the carpet. Ifthe
spill remains, place either the stair/
upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle with
brushes turned OFF in front of the spill,
pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill
initially with suction only.Repeat with spray
and suction.
When picking up spills on bare floors,
use only the floor nozzle with the bare
floor attachment in place and speed
selector in the OFF position (this will help
prevent spreading the spill).
If a spot is left, the stair/upholstery nozzle is
generally more effective for removing it.
Although no cleaning solution can com-
pletely remove all spots, they can be treat-
ed by following the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the carpet, upholstery,
or bare floor surface being cleaned.
Do not use the SteamVac deep cleaner
to pick up flammable or combustible liq-
uids orchemicals.
When finished, follow "After cleaning"
instructions on page 11.
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How to attach bare floor
attachment
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank and recovery tank
before positioning bare attachment.
Refer to Fig. 2-9 to remove clean solu-
tion tank. Set tank aside (do not set tank
on furniture).
Refer to Fig. 2-16 to remove recovery
tank.
With handle in upright position, tilt clean-
er back so that handle rests on the floor.
With foam strip (A) (located under the
netting) in position as shown, place
attachment on front of nozzle (B).
Make sure arrow on end of attachment
points in the direction as shown.
Push attachment against nozzle while rotat-
ing attachment downward until both ends
snap into place.
(Note: Some force may be required to
rotate and snap attachment into place.)
Return deep cleaner to upright position.
Lower handle and replace recovery
tank.
Raise handle to upright position and
reposition clean solution tank.
To clean floor
Read Before you begin cleaning
instructions on page 10.
Do not use the SteamVac deep clean-
er on hardwood floors.
Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner (available at additional
cost if not included with your model)
according to instructions on pages 8
and 9.
Do not use any type of wax with your
SteamVac deep cleaner.
Move speed selector to the Lo or HI
position for scrubbing or OFF if
scrubbing is not desired.
Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into
a properly grounded outlet.
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle to operating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.
To release solution, press trigger. Slowly
move deep cleaner forward and back-
ward over area to be cleaned.
To pick up dirty solution, release trigger
and slowly move deep cleaner over
area where solution has just been dis-
persed. Use both forward and reverse
strokes.
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see
"Automatic shut-off", page 8).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 11.
Remove attachment from nozzle and
rinse in clear water. Do not remove
plastic screen or foam from attach-
ment.
A. Powered hand tool has rotating
brushes for extra scrubbing action on
small carpet areas, carpeted stairs and
upholstery.
B. Stair/upholstery nozzle has a built-in
brush to help provide the scrubbing
action some spots may need for
removal.
C. Utility nozzle (not included with all
models) can be used for carpet and
upholstery in vehicles.
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How to attach hose
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
1. To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank by pressing down on
tank handle (D) and pulling forward; set
tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).
Remove hose from storage rack.
2. Step on handle release pedal (E) and
lower deep cleaner handle until it rests
on the floor.
Unlatch back part of recovery tank and
remove lid.
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