Hoover H2800 Stick Wet/Dry Vacuum
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1. The DRY indicator F will show red when pedal is set for dry vacuuming See How to clean section for com plete cleaner setup instructions Step on pedal to choose either the WET or DRY setting To wet clean with brush assembly down push the switch down to the WET SCRUB position For wet pickup push the switch up to the WET DRY PICKUP position In this position the brush assembly will be raised off the floor surface For dry debris pickup push the switch up to the WET DRY PICKUP position See How to clean section for com plete cleaner setup instructions 2 9 Carry tank to a sink Rotate tank cap counter clockwise and lift up to remove cap To remove tank press down on release button and pivot tank forward 2 0 0z 60ml Turn cap H upside down to serve as a measuring cup CAUTION Machine Formula LYSOL Floor Cleaning Concen trate and OLD ENGLISH Wood Floor Cleaning Concentrate cannot be used in Hoover SteamVac products Doing so could damage your SteamVac Replace cap Rotate cap clockwise until it locks in place Cap must be locked in place for proper perfor mance and to prevent leaking Using cap measure 2 oz of applica ble concentrate formulated for use with the FloorMate hard floor cleaner For best results use Machine Formula LYSOL Floor Cleaning Concentrate when cleaning floor surfaces such as vinyl ceramic and other tiles and li2. or OLD ENGLISH Floor Cleaning Concentrate Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown ground ing 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 ground ing conductor C and grounding plug A The plug must be plugged into an appro priate outlet B that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Carton contents A Hard floor cleaner B Upper handle C Screw packet 3 screws 1 with washer D Brush assembly E Nozzle F Floor cleaning concentrates 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 provid ed 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 The as
3. 6 Dry hands and plug cleaner in to a properly grounded outlet 7 Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position turn cleaner ON 8 Push cleaner forward squeeze trigger while pulling cleaner back ward Release trigger and push cleaner forward Continue cleaning floor surface while releasing solution on the backward strokes only This will allow for effective cleaning with small amounts of solution Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre vent streaking Picking Up Spills Your cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills 1 quart or less never to exceed 1 4 inch in depth on non carpeted floors Set Wet Dry pedal in the WET Pick up Scrub position Set Wet Control switch to the WET DRY Pickup position Do not use the cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals Do not use the clean er to pick up detergents that con tain pine or solvent based ingredi ents Remove the nozzle by pulling straight out Rinse nozzle under running water Remove debris from squeegee C and wipe with a damp cloth To replace nozzle make sure latches are out Align middle section D of nozzle with opening on cleaner Align tabs G on brush assembly with slots H in cleaner Slide brush assembly into place Replace nozzle as described in Figs 4 4 and 4 5 Cleaning the brushes Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet The br
4. burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not pick up or use flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where present Avold picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep free of dust lint hair or anything that may reduce air flow e 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 Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands Connect to a properly grounded outlet only See Grounding instructions Do not clean over floor electrical outlets Do not use without tanks in place e Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not place cleaner on stairs 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 Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children s reach e Do not pick up chlorine bleac
5. positioned correctly e Ensure that filter and filter lid are properly positioned in the recovery tank lid Fig 2 22 Recovery tank and or solution tank not positioned properly e Ensure that both tanks are locked in place e Filter is dirty e Clean filter Nozzle not properly positioned e Ensure nozzle is replaced properly and locked Figs 4 4 amp 4 5 Problem Water puddling behind cleaner Possible cause Possible solution Excess cleaning concentrate foaming in tanks Use Machine Formula LYSOL Floor Cleaning Concentrate or Machine Formula OLD ENGLISH Wood Floor Cleaning Concentrate it is a low foam formulation If using cleaning concentrate other than LYSOL brand or OLD ENGLISH brand remix cleaning solution using less concentrate e Solution tank not properly installed Ensure that tank is installed properly Fig 2 15 Recovery tank is full Empty tank Problem Cleaner does not pick up dirty solution Possible cause Possible solution e Cleaner not set for wet operation Press wet dry pedal to WET posi ion e Recovery tank not properly installed e Ensure that recovery tank is installed properly Fig 2 20 e Recovery tank full automatic shut off engaged Remove and empty recovery tank Filter or filter lid missing or not properly positioned e Ensure recovery tank filter and filter lid are properly installed Fig 2 22 Problem Cleaner push
6. HOOVER Owner s Manual English gt pp 1 13 Espanol pag 15 22 FloorMATE Francais gt p 24 31 The Hard Floor 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 assem bly or operation Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on the Service button or Call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized 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 Review this manual before operating cleaner www hoover com Index Assembly sceseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeees 3 4 Cleaner descriptions 5 HOW tO USC 2 s eeeeeceeeeeeeeneeeeees 5 8 Automatic shut off 7 General operation 00 6 Clean solution tank 6 7 Recovery tank nesnessteseessessesseesneseeseesees 7 Stora g eee daieisa s ennn s aa 11 How to Clean ceceeeeeeeeeeees 9 10 Recommended cleaning SCQUENCE cceeeeeeeesestseeeeeeeteeeees 9 To Clean flOOF cceeeeeeeeees 9 Cleaning sealed wood floors 10 Picking Up SpillS seee 10 If You Have a Problem 12 SOMVICG E E ences 12 Important Safeguards 0 00 2 Mainten
7. a properly grounded outlet To transport To move your cleaner from room to room put handle in upright position tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward Continued gt 5 The cleaner may also be lifted using the carrying handle C on the back of the cleaner Brush Control Switch The brush control switch G lowers or raises the brush assembly for dif ferent types of cleaning The Tanks Clean Solution Tank Upper Tank The clean solution tank holds the cleaning solution that is to be dis persed onto the surface to be cleaned How to fill Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Place cleaner handle in upright locked position General Operation Your HOOVER FloorMate Cleaner can be used to both vacuum dry debris and wet clean non carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl tile and sealed wood It is not intended for use on Carpet or rugs CAUTION To prevent damage to wood floors follow the flooring manufacturer s cleaning recom mendations If using cleaner on sealed wood floors inspect floor surface for worn finish bare wood or separat ed joints Do not use FloorMate cleaner to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these conditions exist Wet Dry pedal and indicators The wet dry pedal D lowers the noz zle squeegee for wet operation and raises it for picking up dry debris The WET indicator E will show red when pedal is set for wet operation
8. ance ccceeeee 10 11 Cleaning the brushes 10 11 Cleaning the nozzZle 11 Warranty c eccccceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeenees 13 2003 The Hoover Company www hoover com Fill in and retain The model and serial number are located at the bottom of the back of the cleaner body For your personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this information Your 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 Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE m a Wa rn ll n g m To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury e Use indoors only Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills Do not immerse product For use on bare floors or sealed wood floors Not for use on carpets Always install float before any wet pick up operation e Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not allow cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Keep hair loose clothing fingers feet and all parts of body away from openings and all moving parts Do not pick up anything that is
9. e rinsed for additional cleaning Allow filter to air dry between uses 8 3 How to clean Recommended Cleaning Sequence Use your HOOVER FloorMate Cleaner to 1 Dry Vacuum to remove loose dirt hair and debris 2 Wet Clean the floor surface 3 Wet Pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface Follow the chart to set the controls for each cleaning step OPERATION Dry Vacuuming Wet Cleaning Wet Pickup To Clean Floor vinyl tile linoleum etc 1 Set cleaner for Dry Vacuuming operation and vacuum floor See chart on page 9 2 Empty Recovery Tank Figs 2 16 through 2 20 3 Fill solution tank with Machine For mula LYSOL Floor Cleaning Con centrate and water according to instructions for Figs 2 8 through 2 12 Do not use pine or solvent based cleaning concentrates in your cleaner Do not use any type of wax in your cleaner 4 Set cleaner controls for Wet Cleaning operation See chart on page 9 5 Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet Wet Dry Pickup UP Wet Scrub DOWN BRUSH CONTROL SWITCH WET DRY PEDAL Dry Pickup Wet Pickup Scrub Wet Dry Pickup UP Wet Pickup Scrub See Page 6 Figs 2 6 and 2 7 for complete instructions on the control switch and pedal 6 Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position turn cleaner ON 7 To release solution squeeze trig ger A Slowly mo
10. e 1 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always identify your cleaner by the com plete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number appears at the bottom of the back of the cleaner body For questions or comments concerning Machine Formula LYSOL or OLD ENGLISH Floor Cleaning Concentrate call 1 800 228 4722 LYSOL and OLD ENGLISH are registered trademarks of Reckitt Benckiser Inc Full One Year Warranty Domestic Use Your HOOVER appliance is warranted in normal household use in accordance with the Owner s Manual against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of one full year from date of pur chase This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period This warran ty applies when the appliance is pur chased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appli ances purchased elsewhere are covered by a limited one year warranty which cov ers the cost of parts only This warranty does not apply if the appliance is used in a commercial or rental application Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the fol lowing authorized warranty service out lets Proof of purchase will be required before service is
11. es a line of dry debris in front of it Possible cause Possible solution e Cleaner not set for dry operation e Press wet dry pedal to DRY PICK UP position e Debris is too large to clear squeegee e Tip nozzle off floor by pushing down on handle Problem Clean solution won t dis pense Possible cause Possible solution e Solution tank not firmly in place Make sure tank is securely locked in position e Solution tank empty e Refill solution tank Brush assembly channels clogged e Remove brush assembly Figs 4 1 through 4 3 and 4 6 through 4 7 and clean channels A by running under warm tap water Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts locate the near est Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot by e checking the Yellow Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household OR e checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR e checking the Service section of The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com OR e 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 Phon
12. h pine based cleaners drain cleaner or any other toxic material with this appliance When using recommended chemicals with this machine be certain area is well ventilated Follow manufacturer s instructions for all chemicals used with this machine Do not exceed recommended mixing ratios Store in a dry place Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures e 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 Depot Use cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions Save these instructions Questions or Concerns 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 Yel low Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot or Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on the Service button OR Call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR Call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center Call 1 800 228 4722 for questions or comments concerning Machine Formula LYSOL
13. noleum Pour cleaning concentrate into tank Fill tank to fill line 1 1 quart with warm water Position bottom of tank into cleaner Press latch and snap tank into place Use Machine Formula OLD ENG LISH Wood Floor Cleaning Concen trate for wood floors when cleaning laminate wood polyurethane sealed wood or other wood floors that can normally be cleaned using water Check for worn spots or joint separa tions before using as these condi tions could lead to damaged flooring when using water to clean floor Both of these concentrates have been specifically formulated to resist excessive foaming and other undesir able effects when used in your Floor Mate cleaner DO NOT use cleaning concentrates that contain pine or solvent based ingredients If rubber ring J on cap has become dislodged reposition it with uneven side against ledge K as shown Recovery Tank lower tank The recovery tank holds both dry debris and dirty cleaning solution that is picked up from the floor surface Automatic Shut Off An automatic suction shut off is built into the recovery tank to prevent the tank from overflowing When the shut off activates the clean er will not pick up debris and the sound of the motor will change There are two reasons the shut off will activate 1 Recovery tank is full Turn the cleaner off and empty the recovery tank 2 The handle was raised to the upright po
14. rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR Visit The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service trans portation will be paid one way While this warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If further assistance is needed or if there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets write or phone the Consumer Response Center The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 1 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 1 800 263 6376 13 14
15. sembled cleaner will look like this drawing This cleaner is intended for household use 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 permit ted by the Canadian Electrical Code Assemble handle Assemble Handle Press down on latch A and remove clean solution tank from upper handle Continued gt 3 With cord hook B to back of cleaner Insert two screws into back of handle Push brush control switch C down to push upper handle down onto cleaner as shown Tighten with a Phillips connect switch rod You will hear a Insert screw with washer in front of screwdriver click when the switch rod is in tank area Tighten screw with a place Phillios screwdriver Replace clean solution tank by posi To install brush assembly and nozzle tioning bottom first Press latch and place handle in upright position G are out snap top portion into place Align tabs D on brush assembly with Align middle section H of nozzle slots E in cleaner with opening on cleaner Slide brush assembly F into place While holding nozzle in place slide Cord clip latches inward to lock in place To help keep the cord out of the way Remo
16. sition while the motor was running Turn cleaner off Wait a moment for the shut off to reset Turn cleaner on and continue cleaning Continued gt 7 How to Empty Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet Although not necessary for satisfacto ry performance it is recommended that the recovery tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and before wet operation Check the solution tank also It may need to be refilled at this time To remove tank press down on Lift up on tank lid latch M and release button L and pivot tank for remove the tank lid N Empty tank ward Dry or loose debris will also collecton To replace lid align tab P on lid with To replace tank insert bottom of tank the filter screen O in the tank lid hole on front of tank Q into cleaner and pivot top portion until Remove debris from screen Snap latch over tabs R on back of tie Jookadin place The filter screen may also be cleaned tank by rinsing it under running water The tank lid contains a washable reusable filter Clean this filter when suction is low or reduced Figs 2 21 and 2 22 To Clean Filter Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect Replace filter lid Press down firmly to from electrical outlet secure the seal Remove recovery tank and lid Fig 2 16 amp 2 17 Remove filter lid S then remove filter Remove loose debris from filter by either brushing or tap ping the filter The filter may also b
17. urface release trigger and move wet control switch to the WET PICKUP setting 10 To continue cleaning move wet control switch down to WET Scrub Repeat steps 7 9 Make sure all areas are completely dry Ensure that no water remains on the floor NOTE When switching between wet cleaning and wet pickup it is not necessary to turn the cleaner off Simply move the control switch back and forth between the two settings 4 1 Cleaning the Nozzle Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet The cleaner s nozzle A can be removed for easy cleaning 10 1 Inspect floor surface for worn fin ish bare wood or separated joints Do not use your FloorMate cleaner to wet clean the floor if any of these con ditions exist 2 Set cleaner for Dry Vacuuming operation and vacuum floor see chart on Page 9 3 Empty recovery tank Figs 2 16 through 2 20 4 Fill solution tank with Machine For mula OLD ENGLISH Wood Floor Cleaning Concentrate and water according to instructions for Figs 2 8 through 2 12 Do not use pine or solvent based detergents Do not put any type of wax in your cleaner 11 Empty the recovery tank or clean the filter when the motor sound becomes higher in pitch and there is a loss of suction see Automatic Shut Off Page 7 Slide the two nozzle release latches B outward 5 Set cleaner controls for Wet Cleaning see chart page 9
18. ush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning While holding nozzle in place slide latches inward to lock in place Remove nozzle as described in Fig 4 1 through 4 3 Using finger grips E on the brush assembly F pull straight out The brush assembly can be washed with a mild detergent and rinsed Do not use pine or solvent based deter gents Storage Before storing cleaner Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet e Empty and rinse solution and recov ery tanks Allow to air dry e Allow filter in recovery tank lid to dry e Set the cleaner for Dry Vacuuming pedal to DRY and Wet Control switch up e Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee e Do not store cleaner on a wood sur face unless cleaner is completely dry Continued 11 5 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 Not firmly plugged in e Plug unit in firmly e No voltage in wall receptacle e Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse tripped breaker e Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Low or no suction Possible cause Possible solution Automatic shut off activated e Turn cleaner OFF and then ON again or e Empty recovery tank see Auto matic shut off section Filter or filter lid missing or not
19. ve cardboard packing insert while cleaning position cord down from squeegee area on underside of into cord clip I located on the nozzle handle The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing 1 Hand grip 2 Solution trigger squeeze to release clean solution 3 Brush control switch lowers the brush assembly for wet clean ing or raises the brush assembly for wet pickup and dry vacuum ing Clean solution tank release Clean solution tank cap measuring cup Clean solution tank ON OFF switch Recovery tank lid and filter Recovery tank release 0 Recovery tank Collects dry oF a PON Handle Release Pedal Step on pedal A to lower handle to operating position Handle does not lock into a single position but floats to allow convenient operation debris as well as dirty cleaning solution Wet Dry pedal Press pedal to change between wet and dry cleaning Wet Dry indicators Shows either wet or dry cleaning usage Nozzle release buttons Release nozzle for easy clean up Nozzle Squeegee Handle release pedal Cord hooks Top hook rotates for quick cord release Carrying handle Soft tread wheels ON OFF Switch Push switch B up to turn cleaner on Push switch down to turn cleaner off This cleaner is intended for house hold use Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner Plug cleaner into
20. ve cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned Squeeze trigger to release solution as needed Overlap strokes by one inch to help prevent streaking The cleaner s suction will pick up the dirty solution throughout cleaning 8 To greatly enhance drying of the floor surface release trigger and move wet control switch up to the WET DRY PICKUP setting Contin ue to move cleaner over the area to pick up the dirty solution 9 To continue cleaning another area move wet control switch down to WET Scrub Repeat with steps 7 9 NOTE When switching between wet cleaning and wet pickup it is not nec essary to turn the cleaner off Simply move the control switch back and forth between the two settings 10 Empty recovery tank or clean the filter when the motor sound becomes higher in pitch and there is a loss of suction see Automatic Shut Off page 7 Cleaning Sealed Wood Floors Your HOOVER FloorMate Cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that have been sealed with a polyurethane coating and can be cleaned with water CAUTION To prevent damage to wood floors follow the flooring manufacturer s cleaning recom mendations If using cleaner on sealed wood floors inspect floor surface for worn finish bare wood or separat ed joints Do not use FloorMate cleaner to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these conditions exist 9 To greatly enhance drying of the floor s
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