Hoover WH20400, WH20420PC User Manual

User manual.

WH20400

Series

WH20420

Series

IMPORTANT: Read carefully before assembly and use.

Welcome to

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Your Guide:

Safety Instructions

Getting started with your steam mop

Features

Before you begin cleaning

Using your machine

Maintenance

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical steam cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS STEAM CLEANER. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD

USE ONLY. IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Fully assemble before operating.

• Operate steam cleaner only at voltage speciﬁed on data label on back of steam cleaner.

• Do not leave steam cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.

• Do not use outdoors or store outdoors.

• Do not use for space heating purposes.

• Do not immerse in water.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury, burn, or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to touch steam cleaner while in use or before completely cool, or to place ﬁngers or other objects into any openings.

• Do not use any extension cord with this product.

• Do not handle the plug, or the Steam Mop with wet hands. Do not operate the Steam Mop without footwear.

• Do not place hands or feet under the Steam Mop while it is in operation as the steam cleaner gets very hot and may create a burn hazard.

• Use only on ﬂat, horizontal surfaces. Do not use the Steam Mop on walls, counter tops or windows.

• To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the Steam Mop into water or any other liquids.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments and products.

• 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, call Customer Service at 1-800-944-9200 for instructions before continuing use.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run steam cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

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

• Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers, and all parts of body away from openings.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. When not in use do not place steam cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.

• To avoid burn or injury, do not apply steam directly to any person or animal.

• Only use water to reﬁll the water tank. Do not use any type of chemicals or additives in the water tank.

• Do not add descaling, aromatic, alcoholic products, cleaning solutions, scented perfumes, oils or any other chemicals to the water used in this steam cleaner as this may damage the steam cleaner or make it unsafe for use. While this Steam Mop is designed for tap water, to increase effectiveness of the steam and to avoid build up of minerals, you may use distilled water to ﬁll Steam Mop.

• Do not use Steam Mop in an enclosed space ﬁlled with vapor given off by oil-based paint, paint thinners, some moth prooﬁng substances, ﬂammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.

• When in use, never turn the steam cleaner over or use while on its side.

• Allow Steam Mop sufﬁcient time to cool prior to removing the microﬁber pad.

• Before cleaning the Steam Mop, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and clean with a dry or damp cloth. Do not pour water or use alcohol, benzene or paint thinner on the steam cleaner.

• Do not use in areas where ﬂammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline may be present.

• Do not use without microﬁber pad properly attached to mophead.

• Do not clean over ﬂoor electrical outlets.

• Do not use the Steam Mop on leather, wax polished furniture or ﬂoors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate, steam sensitive materials.

• Use only Hoover

• Do not operate Steam Mop without water in water tank.

• Unplug Steam mop from outlet before ﬁlling, rinsing or cleaning. Do not ﬁll water reservoir with more than recommended amount of water. Do not ﬁll detergent reservoir with more than recommended amount of detergent and water.

4X Steam Multi-Floor Cleaning Solution.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:

• Check and follow ﬂooring manufacturer's warranty and recommendations regarding the use of steam mops PRIOR to using this product on your ﬂoors and carpets.

• Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.

• Never use Steam Mop without microﬁber pad attached.

• Never leave Steam Mop in one spot or on any surface for any period of time when pump is turned on and steam is activated.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (ONE BLADE IS WIDER THAN THE OTHER). THIS PLUG WILL FIT IN A POLARIZED OUTLET ONLY ONE WAY. IF THE PLUG DOES NOT FIT FULLY IN THE OUTLET, REVERSE THE PLUG. IF IT STILL DOES NOT FIT, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELE CTRICAN TO INSTALL THE PROPER O UTLET. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY.

Getting started with your steam mop:

CARTON CONTENTS

A. Handle B. Steam Mop Body* (Water

Tank and Solution Tank attached) C. Water Filter (Pre-assembled in steam

cleaner, remove water tank to expose ﬁlter) D. Multi-Surface Microﬁber Pad (x2)* E. Carpet Glider F. 8 oz. 4X Steam Multi-ﬂoor Cleaning

Solution*

Remove all parts from carton and identify each item shown.

Make sure all parts are located before disposing of packing materials.

* Quantities vary for both pads and solutions

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Attach handle:

Insert the body into the ﬂoor head until it

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clicks into place.

Insert the handle until it clicks into place.

To stand steam mop upright, push handle down until clicks into place.

Cord storage: Attach microﬁber pad:

To reduce the risk of personal injury -

WARNING

Unplug the steam cleaner when

assembling the accessories.

• IMPORTANT •

Never use the steam mop without

the microﬁber pad correctly

attached to the mop head.

The “Multi-Surface Microﬁber Pad” can be used on all sealed hard ﬂoor surfaces as well as carpet. When using on carpet the carpet glider attachment should be utilized as directed in the “Refreshing Carpet” section of

Wrap cord around cord release hooks.

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this manual.

Place the cleaning pad on the ﬂoor white side facing up. Place steam mop on top of pad making sure the Mop Head covers the entire pad. Hook and loop feature on the bottom of the mop will hold the pad in place.

Features:

1. Handle

2. Solution Trigger (behind)

3. Twin Tank release button

4. Twin Tank

5. Hard Water Filter (behind)

6. Steam and Solution Dial or Control Panel*

7. On/Off Switch

8. SteamStream™ Button

9. Compact Scrub Brush (beneath)

10. Floorhead

11. SteamStream™ Nozzle

12. Handle Release Button

13. Quick Cord Release Hook

14. Floorhead release button

15. Carpet Glider

Accessories

16. Multi-Surface Microﬁber Pad*

17. Carpet Glider

18. Water Filter (Pre-assembled in steam cleaner, remove tank to expose ﬁlter)

19. Cleaning Solution*

*Varies per model

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Series

WH20420

Series

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3 4

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Front Back

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Model Number: WH20400/WH20420 Input Power: AC 120V / 60Hz / 12A

16*

19*

Accessories

Before you begin cleaning:

Filling the twin tanks

• IMPORTANT •

DO NOT ADD SOLUTION TO

WATER TAN K.

NOTE: When the tank is turned

upright it may allow a few drops to

drip from cap. This is normal.

To reduce the risk of personal injury -

WARNING

Unplug the steam cleaner when ﬁlling the

water and solution tanks.

Do not use hot or boiling water to ﬁll

water tank.

• IMPORTANT •

DO NOT MIX HOOVER® 4X STEAM

MULTI-FLOOR CLEANING SOLUTION

WITH ANY OTHER CLEANING SOLUTION.

• IMPORTANT •

If you don’t want to use solution on

your ﬂooring, select "STEAM

Always test on an inconspicuous area

of ﬂooring ﬁrst before using solution.

ONLY" setting.

Press the release button on top of the tank.

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Solution3Water

Twist the cap counterclockwise to remove.

Fill the water tank to ﬁll line. Replace the water cap and twist clockwise until secure.

Twist the solution cap counter-clockwise

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to remove.

Pour solution to the solution ﬁll line. Then ﬁll remainder with water: See tank ﬁll lines for reference.

Before replacing the twin tank, make sure the hard water ﬁlter is in place.

Align the twin tank and push until it clicks into place.

• IMPORTANT •

• Please refer to ﬂoor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of ﬂooring to begin with.

• When using the steam mop, basic safety precautions should always be observed.

• Don’t aim the steam mop at people, animals, plants and electrical components such as interior of ovens or wires. Never touch the steam spray or ﬂoor head from a short distance. (There is a risk of scalding)

• The steam mop is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut out. If for any reason the steam mop overheats it will switch off. If this happens turn off and unplug the steam mop, allow to cool for a least 2 to 4 hours and re-start.

• The steam mop and accessories get very hot during use, always allow them to cool down before handling.

• Always unplug and switch off the steam mop when assembling.

• Always switch off the steam mop and allow to cool before emptying the water tank or changing the cleaning pads/ accessories.

• Never use the steam mop without the microﬁber pad properly attached to the mop head.

Using your machine:

WARNING

Never leave the steam mop in one

spot on any surface for an extended

period of time with a damp or wet

microﬁber pad attached as this may

damage the ﬂoor surface.

When cleaning hard ﬂoors, your

steam mop should only be used on

tiles, linoleum, sealed hard wood

ﬂooring, engineered hard wood,

laminate, vinyl, and sealed stone

ﬂoors. If used on waxed ﬂooring, you

may experience loss of glossiness.

To reduce the risk of personal injury,

unplug the steam cleaner when

assembling the accessories.

Do not clean over ﬂoor

electrical outlets.

Do not use steam cleaner or press

the Steam Trigger without water

in the water tank.

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Plug into outlet and slide switch to ON (I=ON)

position. The blue light will illuminate to show power on. The green light will illuminate to show the steam mop is ready to use. To turn OFF slide switch to OFF (O=OFF) position.

WH20420

Plug into outlet and slide switch to ON (I=ON) position. The red light will illuminate to show power on. The blue light will replace the red light to show the steam mop is ready to use. To turn OFF slide switch to OFF (O=OFF) position.

To recline the steam mop place your foot onto the

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ﬂoorhead and pull handle backwards.

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To steam your ﬂoors

WITHOUT solution select

the Steam Only setting. To steam ﬂoors WITH solution select tile, vinyl or wood.

*Varies per model

TO SANITIZE

HARD SURFACES

Select the

"STEAM ONLY"

setting.

Connect the

microber pad and

run a minimum of 6 strokes at a medium pace

(5-7 seconds per

32" stroke) across

same area. Allow

to dry.

To produce steam, squeeze the trigger.

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To prevent over-wetting

ﬂoors, avoid holding the trigger continuously.

Move the steam mop slowly back and forth across the ﬂoor paying particular attention to high trafﬁc areas. Squeeze/release trigger as required.

To engage SteamStream™ from the front

nozzle, press the SteamStream™ button to

activate and squeeze the trigger to release steam. Press the SteamStream™ button to

turn OFF (0=OFF).

Refreshing carpets:

Place the microﬁber pad on the ﬂoor white side

facing up. Place steam mop onto pad making sure the entire pad covers the ﬂoor head.

With microﬁber pad attached, hook steam mop

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into the front of the carpet glider and push to clip into place. Carpet glider should only be used when refreshing carpets.

Do not clean over ﬂoor electrical outlets.

WARNING

Do not use steam cleaner or press the Steam

Trigger without water in the water tank.

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Select the Steam

only setting*.

*Varies per model

When using on carpets, always ensure the

• IMPORTANT •

multi-surface microﬁber pad and carpet

glider are properly attached to the mop head.

To recline the steam mop, place foot here and pull

handle backwards.

To produce steam,

squeeze the trigger.

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To prevent over-wetting

ﬂoors, avoid holding the trigger continuously.

Move the steam mop slowly backwards and forwards across the ﬂoor.

To release carpet glider, push down on clip with

foot and lift the steam mop.

Using tile and grout scrub brush and SteamStream™:

WARNING

Do not clean over ﬂoor

electrical outlets.

Do not use steam cleaner or press the Steam Trigger without water in

the water tank.

WARNING

Scrub brush bristles may damage

wood ﬂoors.

• IMPORTANT •

Always switch off the steam mop

before attaching or removing the

ﬂoorhead.

• IMPORTANT •

Scrub brush only recommended

for tile and grout cleaning only.

*Varies per model

Place foot on outer ﬂoor head and gently pull

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away steam mop to release the tile and grout scrub brush* or compact scrub brush*.

Move steam mop back and forth across the ﬂoor, getting into corners and awkward places.

To engage SteamStream™ from the

front nozzle, press the SteamStream™ button to activate and squeeze the trigger to release steam. Press the SteamStream™ button to turn OFF

(0=OFF).

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