HOOVER ®
Compact Spot
Cleaner
®
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 an automated referral of authorized
service outlet locations (U.S. only) or
1-330-499-9499 (U.S.) or 1-800-263-6376 (Canada) to
speak with a Hoover representative.
ENGLISH ➞ pp. 1-7
ESPAÑOL ➞ pág. 8-14
FRANÇAIS ➞ p. 15-22
Grounding Instructions
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 equipmentgrounding conductor 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.
Owner’s Manual
Review this manual before oper-
ating compact spot cleaner.
Record and Retain
This HOOVER compact spot cleaner is designed for cleaning
small carpeted areas, furniture, stairs and spills on bare-
floors.
The model and serial numbers are located on the data label
near the back of the handle.
For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE
model and serial numbers in the spaces provided and retain
this information.
Your compact spot cleaner 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.
Index
Important safeguards.....................................................2
Unpacking cleaner..........................................................2
Compact spot cleaner description................................2
How to use
ON-OFF switch.........................................................3
Filling the clean solution tank................................3
Emptying the recovery tank....................................3
Automatic shut-off...............................................3-4
Cleaning carpet and carpeted stairs......................4
Cleaning upholstery............................................4-5
Picking up spills.......................................................5
After cleaning..............................................................5-6
If you have a problem.....................................................6
Lubrication.......................................................................6
Service............................................................................7
Storage............................................................................6
GROUNDING PIN
DANGER-
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding 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 (C) may be used to connect this plug to a
2-pole receptacle (D) 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
extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal
screw.
(C)
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not
permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.
© 1996 The Hoover Company
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
TO THE STORE.
(A)
(B)
ADAPTER
TAB FOR
GROUNDING
SCREW
METAL SCREW
(D)
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Questions or Concerns?
Important Safeguards!
When using an electrical appliance, always follow
basic precaution, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING:
• 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 carry compact spot cleaner while in use.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Use compact spot cleaner only for its intended use as described in
the instructions. Use only attachments recommended 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 compact spot cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls
before unplugging.
• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the
compact spot 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 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 compact spot cleaner to be used as a toy or
to run unattended at any time.
• Do not point nozzle tool toward people or pets.
• To assist in reducing drying time, be certain the area is well ventilated
when using detergents and other cleaners with this appliance.
• 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 compact spot cleaner.
They may damage the cleaner.
• 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.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
Save these instructions!
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The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any
concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its use. Look on the list provided with the
product for your local Hoover Factory Service
Center or in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum
Cleaners - Household” for the nearest Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service 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(U.S.) or 1-800-263-6376
(Canada)to speak with a Hoover representative.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE
STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON
FOR SERVICE.
Unpacking
Unpack compact spot cleaner from the carton.
Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing.
With the cord wrapped around the handle, the
cleaner will look like the drawing below.
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Detergent
Reduces
Allergens
1. Carrying handle: wrap cord around handle for
storage
2. Fill cap: covers fill port
3. Cleaner lid and motor housing
4. Lid latches: one on each side of tank
5. Solution tank: holds cleaning solution
6. Recovery tank: holds dirty solution
7. Hose tray and nozzle caddy: for storing
hose and nozzle
8. Pour spout: for emptying recovery tank
9. Hose and nozzle: has built-in brush
10. ON-OFF switch
11. Trigger: releases cleaning solution from
solution tube inside hose
12. ‘SteamVac Jr.’ Detergent
13. Measuring cup: for measuring detergent
This compact spot cleaner intended for household use.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on
data label on back of handle.
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How to use
Before you begin cleaning
How to fill solution tank
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
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 Jr.’
compact spot cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.
b. For upholstery, check cleaning code - Use your
‘SteamVac Jr.’ compact spot 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 upholstery does not have a
code, seek professional assistance.
c. Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent and water accord-
ing to the instructions under "How to fill solution tank." Wet a
white absorbent cloth with the solution. 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.
d. Pretreat spots 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.
Wait at least ten minutes. Use your ‘SteamVac Jr.’ compact
spot cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and spot. Repeat until
spot is removed; carefully scrub with a household scrub
brush if necessary . Do not saturate carpet or upholstery
with PreCleaner.
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.
ON/OFF switch
FILL CAP
2oz.=60ml
FILL
PORT
Remove fill cap. For a full tank of cleaning solution, pour 2 oz./
60 ml of detergent into measuring cup provided. Pour deter-
gent into tank through fill port and fill tank to “full capacity” line
(1/2 gallon) with hot tap water.
For a half tank, use 1 oz. /30 ml of detergent and fill tank to
“1/2 capacity line” (1 quart).
OFF = 0
ON = |
FULL
CAPACITY
1/2
CAPACITY
1oz.=30ml
*Available at additional cost if not included with your model.
(Can also be ordered from the Purchase Envelope enclosed
with this cleaner.)
Plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
Push switch forward to turn cleaner ON (| ). Pull switch backward to turn cleaner OFF (0).
How to empty recovery tank
When the recovery tank is full of dirty solution, the automatic
“shut-off” will engage and the tank must be emptied.
Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet.
POUR
SPOUT
Empty tank by pouring dirty solution from pour spout.
Note: Check the recovery tank often and empty it when it
appears full even if the automatic shut-off has not engaged.
Check solution tank also; it may need to be refilled.
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Automatic “shut-off”
RED FLOAT DISC
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FILTER
When the recovery tank is full, the automatic “shut-off”
mechanism will turn off the cleaner suction.
When this happens, the red float disk will rise to the top of the
cleaner lid (see illustration). 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
through the pour spout before continuing use.
NOTE: Check recovery tank often. Empty tank when it
appears full even if the automatic shut-off has not engaged.
Check clean solution tank also; it may need to be refilled.
Cleaning carpet and
carpeted stairs
With dry hands, plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet
and turn cleaner ON.
To prevent cleaner from falling, use extra caution when cleaning
on stairs.
Do not point nozzle at people or pets.
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Lift nozzle, and position it at the edge of the carpet area or
against the riser. Pull nozzle slowly over carpet without pressing
trigger (dry stroke).
It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above.
End with more dry strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet.
Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking.
To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more than 4 wet
strokes over any one area. Always end with dry stroke
NOTE: Check the recovery tank for fullness often. Empty
tank if it appears full even if automatic shut-off has not engaged.
If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the carpet is
completely dry before using the nozzle again.
Cleaning upholstery and
automobile interiors
Be sure to check the cleaning code on your upholstery. Use the
cleaner only on upholstery marked “W” or “W/S”.
With dry hands, plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet
and turn cleaner ON.
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With cleaner placed on a stable surface, pre-spray a small area
of carpet or carpeted stair by holding the nozzle about one inch
above the carpet and push it forward while pressing the trigger
(equals one wet stroke).
Position nozzle at the edge of the carpet area or against the riser
and slightly press nozzle into carpet pile. Press the trigger and
pull the nozzle slowly over the carpet (second wet stroke).
Release trigger at end of stroke.
The built-in brush on the nozzle can help provide the scrubbing
action some spots may need for removal. Without pressing
trigger, scub the spot with the nozzle using a back and forth
motion.
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Gently press the nozzle onto the fabric. Press the trigger and
slowly pull the nozzle over the fabric.
The built-in brush on the nozzle can help provide the scrubbing
action some spots may need for removal. Without pressing
trigger, scub the spot with the nozzle using a back and forth
motion. Follow with dry strokes (without pressing trigger).
Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking.
Make additional strokes without pressing the trigger to remove
more moisture.
To clean in corners or creases, lift the nozzle 1/2 inch from the
fabric and press the trigger. Without pressing the trigger,
vacuum up the solution with the nozzle.
Clean tanks
For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary to repeat the
cleaning process. Make criscrossing strokes to the original
pattern; overlap each pass.
Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one
area to prevent overwetting and damage to fabric.
NOTE: Check the recovery tank for fullness often. Empty
tank if it appears full even if automatic shut-off has not engaged.
c. Unlatch cleaner lid by pulling latches outward on both sides
of cleaner. Lift off lid.
Rinse tanks with clear water and let air dry.
LATCH
If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the upholstery is
completely dry before using the nozzle again.
Clean filters
Picking up spills
Your cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills on
carpet, upholstery or bare floors. Depending on the amount of
the spill, it may be necessary to empty the recovery tank often.
For best results, pick up spills immediately by placing the nozzle
just above the spill and suction up any residue on top of the
carpet or bare floor. If the spill remains, place the nozzle in front
of the spill, pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill initially with
suction only. Repeat with spray and suction.
Although no cleaning solution can completely remove all spots,
they can be treated by following the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the carpet, upholstery or bare floor surface
being cleaned.
Do not use the ‘SteamVac Jr.’ compact spot cleaner to pick
up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals.
FILTER
d. Remove debris from recovery tank filter and rinse with clean
water. Filter may be removed for cleaning.
SPOUT
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.
e. Remove any debris from lint shelf on cleaner lid.
LINT SHELF
b. Rinse nozzle and hose by filling sink with a small amount of
water, turning cleaner ON, and picking the water up with the
nozzle.
Drain hose by turning cleaner ON and holding nozzle up for
several seconds. Do not press trigger.
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Drain solution tube (located inslide hose) by placing nozzle
below the cleaner, and pressing trigger.
SCREEN
FILTER
f. Remove debris from screen filter located at bottom of cleaner.
Be careful not to poke through screen filter when cleaning.
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WAND HOLDER CLIP
g. Occasionally, debris may become lodged on the inside of the
hose connector on the top of the cleaner lid.
To clean-out hose connector, lift bottom edge of wand holder
clip and remove clip. Remove debris. Snap clip back into
position.
Allow all parts to air dry before securing cleaner lid to tanks for
storage.
CONNECTOR
Storage
Before storing;
•Empty solution and recovery tanks and thoroughly rinse
them with clean water.
•Allow parts to air dry before latching cleaner lid to tanks.
If you have a problem
If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite
easily when the cause is found. by using the check list
below:
Problem: Machine won’t run
• Possible cause
Possible solution
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• Not firmly plugged in
Plug unit in firmly
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• No voltage in wall plug
Check fuse or breaker
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• Blown fuse or tripped breaker
Replace fuse or reset breaker
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Problem: Low suction
• Possible cause
Possible solution
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• Recovery tank full/ automatic shut-off engaged
Empty recovery tank
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• Lint on filter(s)/in hose connection on top of cleane
Clean filter(s)/hose connection (see “After cleaning”)
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Problem: Clean solution won’t dispense
• Possible cause
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Possible solution
• Solution tank empty
Refill tank
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Wrap cord around handle as shown.
Do not store cleaner with solution in tanks.
Lubrication
The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient
lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant
could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor
bearings.
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Service
To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine
HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover Factory
Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by:
• checking the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum
Cleaners- Household” OR-
• checking the list of Factory Service Centers
provided with this cleaner OR -
• calling 1-800-944-9200 for an automated
referral of authorized service outlet locations
(U.S. only).
Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in
North Canton for service, this will only result in delay.
If further assistance is needed, contact The Hoover
Company Consumer Response Center, North Canton,
Ohio 44720 Phone: 1-330-499-9499
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, Burlington, Ontario
L7R 4A8, Phone: 1-800-263-6376.
Always identify your cleaner by the complete model
number when requesting information or ordering parts.
(The model number appears on the data label near the
back of the cleaner handle.)
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HOOVER and are registered trademarks
THE HOOVER COMPANY, NORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720
3-96 F5411 Litho USA 56518-084
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