HOOVER SteamVac Jr. User guide

HOOVER®		Thank you for selecting a HOOVER
		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
Compact Spot		1-800-944-9200for an automated referral of authorized
		service outlet locations (U.S. only) or
Cleaner		1-330-499-9499(U.S.) or 1-800-263-6376(Canada) to
		speak with a Hoover representative.
	ENGLISH pp. 1-7	DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
		TO THE STORE.
	ESPAÑOL pág. 8-14
		Grounding Instructions
	FRANÇAIS p. 15-22
		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 equipment-
		grounding 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 operating compact spot cleaner.

Record and Retain						GROUNDING PIN	(B)
This HOOVER compact spot cleaner is designed for cleaning
small carpeted areas, furniture, stairs and spills on bare-
floors.						label
The model and serial numbers are located on the dataDANGER-
near the back of the handle.						Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
						can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE
						electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether
model and serial numbers in the spaces provided and retain
this information.						the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
						provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a
Your compact spot cleaner is		model				proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance
and has serial number						is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding
						plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch (A).
It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this
owner’smanual. Verification of date of purchase may be
						A temporary adapter (C) may be used to connect this plug to a
required for warranty service of your Hoover product.
						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
Index
						ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. When-
						ever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal
Important safeguards.....................................................			2			screw
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			NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not
Service............................................................................			7			permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code
Storage............................................................................			6			© 1996 The Hoover Company
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	Important Safeguards!		Questions or Concerns?
			The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any
			concerns about your cleaner or questions regard-
	When using an electrical appliance, always following its use. Look on the list provided with the
	basic precaution, including the following:		product for your local Hoover Factory Service
	READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE		Centeror in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum
			Cleaners - Household” for the nearest	Authorized
	WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electricHoover Warranty Service Dealer(Depot) or call:
	shock, or injury:		1-800-944-9200for an automated referral
	• Use indoors only.		of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) or
	• Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small1-330-499-9499(U.S.) or 1-800-263-6376
	spills. Do not immerse product.		(Canada)to speak with a Hoover representative.
			DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE
	• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
		See “Grounding Instruc-
	tions”.		STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON
			FOR SERVICE.
	• 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 describedUnpacking
	the instructions. Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover
	Company; others may cause hazards.		Unpack compact spot cleaner from the carton.
			Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing.
	• The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If an extension
			With the cord wrapped around the handle, the
	cord is absolutely necessary, use at least a 16 gaugewhich3-wire cord
			cleaner will look like the drawing below.
	has a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole receptacle that accepts
	the machine plug.	Turn off all controls 11
	• Unplug compact spot cleaner when not in use.
	before unplugging.		10	1
	• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the
	compact spot cleaner.		9
				2
	• 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			3
	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			4
	water, take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover
	Warranty Service Dealer.			5

•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or

near children. Do not allow compact spot cleaner to be used as8a 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
	Detergent		13
	Reduces	12
when using detergents and other cleaners with this appliance.
	Allergens		6
• Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children’s reach.		7
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gaso-
line or use in areas where they may be present.	1.	Carrying handle:wrap cord around handle for
• Do not pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any storageother
toxic material with this appliance.	2. Fill cap:covers fill port
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,3. Cleaner lid and motor housing
matches, or hot ashes.	4. Lid latches:one on each side of tank
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the compact spot cleaner5. Solution.			tank:holds cleaning solution
They may damage the cleaner.	6. Recovery tank:holds dirty solution
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body7. Hoseaway tray and nozzle caddy:for storing
from openings and moving parts.	hose and nozzle
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening8. Pour spout:for emptying recovery tank
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may9.reduceHose and nozzle:has built-in brush
air flow.	10. ON-OFF switch
• To help prevent matting and resoiling, avoid contact with carpets11. Trigger:untilreleases cleaning solution from
they are dry. Keep children and pets away from carpets untilsolutionthey tubeareinside hose
completely dry.	12. ‘SteamVac		Jr.’ Detergent
• Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures13. Measuring.			cup:for measuring detergent

This compact spot cleaner intended for house-

hold use.

Save these instructions! Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data label on back of handle.

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	How to use			How to fill solution tank
		Before you begin cleaning		Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
						FILL CAP
		a. Vacuum thoroughlyFor-carpet, use a vacuum cleaner with
		an agitator for best results. Vacuum upholstery with a vacuum					2oz.=60ml
		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.			FILL		1oz.=30ml
		b. For upholstery, check cleaningUsecodeyour-
					PORT
		‘SteamVac Jr.’ compact spot cleaner only if the upholstery				FULL
						CAPACITY
		fabric is marked with a “W” (for “wet” clean) or “S/W” (for
		“solvent/dry” or “wet” clean). Do not clean fabric marked		“S”		1/2
		(“solvent/dry” clean only)If your.upholstery does not have a				CAPACITY
		code, seek professional assistance.
		c. Test for colorfastnessMix detergent-	and water accord-
				Remove fill cap. For a full tankof cleaning solution, pour 2 oz./
		ing to the instructions under "How to fill solution tank." Wet a
		white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden		60 mlof detergentinto measuring cup provided. Pour deter-
		area, gently rub the surface with the dampened cloth. Wait		gent into tank through fill port and fill tank to “full capacity”line
		ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with white		(1/2 gallon) with hot tap water.
		paper towel or cloth. If surface has more than one color,		For a half tank, use 1 oz. /30 ofml detergentand fill tank to
		check all colors.
				“1/2 capacity line”(1 quart).
		d. Pretreat spots with HOOVER® PreCleaner*Test -
				ON/OFF switch
		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.			OFF = 0
		Wait at least ten minutes. Use your ‘SteamVac Jr.’ compact			ON = |
		spot cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and spot. Repeat until
		spot is removed; carefully scrub with a household scrub
		brush if necessary . Do not saturatecarpet 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.
		*Available at additional cost if not included with your model.		Plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
		(Can also be ordered from the Purchase Envelope enclosed		Push switch forward to turn cleaner ON (| ). Pull switch back-
		with this cleaner.)
				ward 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 tankandoftenempty 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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