Hoover TurboPOWER Carpet Cleaner User Manual
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1. 11 Attaching tools 11 Cleaning carpeted stairs 12 Cleaning upholstery 13 Maintenance If you have a problem 14 Lubrication 14 Service aia aa aceite een yee 14 Storag wie ce eee eee es 14 Warranty osare nnum eee eee eee 14 2002 The Hoover Company www hoover com 2 Owner s Manual ENGLISH gt pp 1 14 ESPANOL gt pag 16 24 FRANCAIS gt p 26 34 Review this manual before operating deep cleaner Important Safeguards WARNING When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precaution including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE 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 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 U2. HOOVER ee Widepath TurboPOWER The Easy to Use Deep Cleaner Congratulations on your purchase SteamVac Widepath cleaners have 6 rotating brushes that deep clean Carpets and scrub bare floors See Copy Where Product Said SteamVac Widepath Deep Cleaner cleans carpet fibers by applying hot tap water and cleaning solution www hoover com Fill in and Retain This HOOVER deep cleaner is designed for deep cleaning carpet rugs carpeted stairs and upholstery The model and serial numbers are located on the data label on 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 deep 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 Assembly 0 000 e eee eee 3 5 Carton contents 3 How to use 2220000es 6 8 Agitator speed selector 7 Automatic shut off 7 Deep cleaner description 6 Emptying the recovery tank 8 Filling the clean solution tank 7 8 How to clean After cleaning 9 Before you begin 9 Carpet cleaning 10 Cleaning bare floors 11 Picking up spills 10 Using the tools
3. Fig 2 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on page 9 and After using tool instructions on page 12 Cleaning upholstery Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 Be sure to check the cleaning code on your upholstery Use your deep cleaner only on upholstery marked W or W S 1 Place handle in upright position Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position 2 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Carpet Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2a 8 to 2 14 3 Attach tool to end of hose Do not point tools toward people or pets 4 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 5 Turn deep cleaner ON If necessary refer to Before using tool section to remove air from the system Removable brushes Your deep cleaner is equipped with removable brushes for easy cleaning To remove brushes Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet To prevent possible leaking remove clean solution tank and recovery tank Set tanks aside Press both latches B and pull brush block out The brushes can be cleaned under running water 6 Gently press the tool onto the fabric Press the trigger and slowly pull the noz zle over the fabric 7 Overlap strokes by 1 2 inch to help prevent streaking Make additional strokes without pressing the trigger to remove more moisture 8 To clean
4. into place see Fig 2 15 Raise handle of deep cleaner to upright position and reposition upper clean solution tank 3 How to clean Before you begin cleaning a Vacuum thoroughly For carpet use a HOOVER vacuum cleaner with an agitator for best results Vacuum uphol stery with a vacuum cleaner with clean ing tool attachments Use a crevice tool to reach into tufts and folds Do not use the SteamVac deep cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner b For upholstery check cleaning code Use your HOOVER SteamVac Widepath deep 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 according to the instructions 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 place plastic or aluminum foil under legs of furniture so metal slides or wood finishes will not stain the carpet e Remove lint from filter screen located on bottom of cleaner as follows Note When bru
5. 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 holes on sides of tool storage area j Continue wrapping hose under lower Sto ring hose amp tools hook E Snap hose end fully into hold Store hose on holder by first positioning er F hose in front section of clip The hose end must be pushed com pletely down into holder F to ensure maximum suction when cleaning floors To remove powered hand tool pull it down and outward To reposition the tool reverse this proce dure Powered hand tool The powered hand tool is shipped in a plastic bag for protection Remove the bag before using the tool by first open ing tool door Deep Cleaner Description POS IN ou 13 Hand grip Solution trigger press to release clean solution Hose Hose holder wrap hose around holder and top hose hook 6 for storage Hose hook Cord hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage The top hook can be rotated right or left for quick and easy cord release Powered hand tool Carrying handle Clean solution tank handle Clean solution tank cap measuring cup Clean solution tank holds cleaning solution Recovery tank handle raise handle to unlock tank for removal lower handle forward to lock tank into position Recovery tank holds dirty solution Operate deep cleaner only at voltage specified on da
6. sure holes for bolts are aligned Assemble handle Attach upper handle Remove clean solution tank upper tank from deep cleaner Place nuts in recessed areas on back of the hose holder Hold each nut in place while tightening each bolt securely from the front of the handle with a Phillips screw driver Only two nuts are needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has With hose hook A1 and cord hook A2 to back of deep cleaner push upper handle down onto lower handle Push bolts into holes on front of handle If bolts will not go through hole easily handle is not pushed completely down When handle sections are completely together squeeze trigger C on upper handle You will hear a snap when the trigger rod is in place been provided for your convenience Replace clean solution tank upper tank by positioning bottom first Press on tank handle to snap top of tank into place 4 Attach tool holder Remove tool and taped screw from holder Insert projections on holder into slots on back of cleaner Slide rack down into place Insert screw at D and tighten with a Phillips screw driver il JW ial Press cord into cord clip on back of handle Pull cord tight and wrap cord around hooks A2 Position stair upholstery nozzle in holder at base of cleaner and snap it into place as shown at arrow How to reattach tool cover The tool cover
7. the spill pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill initially with suction only Repeat with spray and suction 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 When picking up spills on bare floors use only the floor nozzle with the bare floor attachment available at additional cost if not included with your cleaner 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 deep cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals When finished follow After cleaning instructions on pages 9 Cleaning bare floors How to attach bare floor attachment available at additional co
8. there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2 6 8 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on pages 9 10 Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet and remove attachment from nozzle Rinse it in clear water Do not remove plastic screen or foam from attachment available at additional cost if not includ ed with your model 2 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 Using the tools 3 7 Your model includes the following tools 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 3 Push attachment against nozzle while rotating attachment downward until both ends snap into place Note Some force may be required to rotate and snap attachment into place PA How to attach tools Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Place handle in upright position and remove hose from rack All tools attach to the hose in the same manner 2 Connect tool to hose by sliding it onto connector until the tab C locks it securely Using your thumb push forward and up on the latch D to remove tool as shown Before usin
9. ct The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 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 on the bottom of the cleaner Full Two 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 two full years from date of purchase This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating con dition during the warranted period This warranty applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased else where are covered by a limited two year warranty which covers 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 following authorized warranty ser vice outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized s
10. d 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 Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown Remove and dispose of the packing A B C D E F Deep cleaner Bolts 2 Nuts 3 one extra included Hose holder Carpet Upholstery Detergent Upper handle with powered hand tool 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 Contained in carton with hose G Hose H Stair upholstery nozzle I Tool holder and screw taped on rack under nozzle The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing Attach hose holder Position hose holder B onto handle by matching tabs on rack with openings on back of handle Make
11. d to prevent leaking Raise handle to carrying position straight up to unlock tank from base of deep cleaner Lift tank from deep clean er and carry it to a sink or drain 2 11 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 To remove tank lid lower handle com pletely toward back of tank and lift off lid Empty the tank and reposition the lid 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 7 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 8 by pressing down on tank handle and pulling for ward set tank aside do not set tank on furniture Step on handle release pedal Fig 2 2 and lower handle until it rests on the floor For full suction it is important that the recovery tank lid is properly secured before cleaning Raise tank handle to carrying position to place it into base of deep cleaner Move handle completely forward to lock tank
12. deep cleaner ON and holding end of hose up for sev eral seconds Do not press trigger 4 Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet 5 Drain solution tube located inside hose by pointing end of hose in sink and pressing trigger 6 Proceed with steps c d and e for After cleaning on page 9 6 Turn deep cleaner ON If necessary refer to Before using tool section to remove air from the system 7 Pre spray the carpeted stair by hold ing the tool A or B about one inch above the carpet and push it forward while pressing the trigger equals one wet stroke 8 Position tool against the riser and slightly press it into carpet pile Press the trigger and pull the tool slowly over the carpet second wet stroke Release trigger at end of stroke 9 Lift tool and position it against riser Pull tool 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 10 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 strokes If additional cleaning is necessary wait until the carpet is completely dry before using the tool again 11 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off
13. ea rugs carpet to a non wood bare floor surface or place waterproof material e g plastic underneath them before cleaning Available at additional cost if not included with your model See pages 10 13 for instructions on various cleaning tasks d Remove lint from filter screen located inside recovery tank 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 ona non carpeted floor Do not pour water onto a wood floor Pick up the water with your deep clean er Repeat as necessary until debris is flushed out of nozzle Continued gt 9g A nozzle clean out tool available at additional cost if not included with your cleaner can be used for removing debris or if a non carpeted 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 8 For heavily soiled areas repeat steps 5 7 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 ca
14. eep cleaner may also be lifted by placing a hand under the upper clean solution tank handle as shown 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 tank handle and pull forward 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 Do not use without float and float retainer in place If broken or dis lodged take to an Authorized Hoover Service Center or Dealer for repair Carry tank to a sink Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and lift up to remove cap 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 Available at additional c
15. ervice 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 transportation 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 war ranty or the availability of warranty ser vice 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 hh HOOVER and O registered trademarks 7 02 F6021 900 Litho USA 56518 152
16. f hose Remove tool and clear blockage e Recovery tank lid not on correctly Make sure lid is on securely 14 Problem Clean solution won t dispense Possible cause Possible solution Solution tank not firmly in place Make sure tank is securely locked in position Solution tank empty Refill tank according to instructions for surface being cleaned Recovery tank lid not on correctly Make sure lid is firmly in place Pump needs to be primed when using tool See Before using tool section p 12 Problem Brushes won t rotate during floor cleaning Possible cause Possible solution Dirty filter screen on bottom of unit Clean screen as shown in Fig 3 2 Speed selector on OFF Move speed selector to Low or Hi 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 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 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 conta
17. g tool It may be necessary to remove air from the system prime the pump so the clean solution will flow to the tool Follow these steps 1 Attach tool to hose and turn the deep cleaner ON 2 Put the tool on a hard surface or against your hand to block off the suc tion 3 Wait a few seconds can take up to 15 seconds Then squeeze the trigger and begin cleaning Follow the instructions on page 13 for the appropriate cleaning task Continued 11 After using tool 1 Follow steps a and b for After clean ing on page 9 2 Rinse tool and hose by filling sink with a small amount of water Turn deep cleaner ON and pickup the water with the tool Cleaning carpeted stairs Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 1 Place handle in upright position Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position 2 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Carpet Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 3 Attach tool to end of hose 4 Hose length may require that machine be placed at the top of the stairs to clean upper half of stairway and at bottom of stairs to clean lower half To prevent machine from falling use extra caution when cleaning on stairs Do not place deep cleaner on stairs Do not point tools toward people or pets 5 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 12 3 Drain hose by turning
18. in corners or creases lift the tool one half inch from the fabric and press the solution trigger The crevice tool included in some models is very useful for this task 9 Vacuum up the solution with the tool without pressing the trigger Press handle release pedal to lower handle Turn cleaner over so bottom is facing up JOURS SAAT We a F S9 mal oe Q ej AA Xo XQ rz up G U Mass To replace brushes Align posts C on both ends of brush assembly with slots D in cleaner hous ing Make sure that the square post E also aligns with the square hole F Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole 10 For heavily soiled areas it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process Make crisscrossing strokes to the original pattern overlap each pass Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one area to prevent over wetting and damage to fabric If additional cleaning is necessary wait until the upholstery is completely dry before using the tool again 11 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on page 9 and After using tool instructions on page 12 Grasp inner portion of brush A and pull brush assembly out slightly to reveal latches B Press brush firmly to snap i
19. l 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 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 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 Save these instructions Grounding 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 1 Assembly Carton contents 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 grounde
20. may improve the surface s appear ance after it is dry If rinsing is desired be careful not to over wet the carpet or upholstery 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 Return cleaner to upright position f If desired vacuum thoroughly after carpet has completely dried This will help reduce any shading left by the deep cleaner s brushes g If a tool has been used remove tool from hose and return hose to storage position The hose end must be pushed completely down into holder to ensure maximum suction when cleaning floors Fig 1 12 Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with 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 ar
21. nplug deep cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplugging Unplug before connecting the powered hand tool Always disconnect cord from electrical 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 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 materia
22. nto place 13 Storage Before storing e Empty solution tank and rinse thoroughly with clean water e Replace empty solution tank and turn deep cleaner ON Squeeze trigger and push deep cleaner for ward and back several times to expel any solution remaining in the deep cleaner s system Do not use deep cleaner on wood floors Empty recovery tank and rinse thoroughly with clean water Allow brushes and underside of deep cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing deep cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface Do not store deep cleaner with a full solution tank in place 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 4 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 Plug unit in firmly No voltage in wall receptacle e Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse tripped breaker Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Low suction Possible cause Possible solution Recovery tank full automatic shut off engaged Remove and empty recovery tank Hose end not secured Ensure that hose end is pushed completely down in holder Fig 1 12 Blockage in tool on end o
23. ost if not included with your model 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 10 Slide selector button to the desired set ting before cleaning 5 OUNCES 150 ml Turn cap A upside down to serve asa 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 5 ounces with HOOVER Bare Floor Cleaner Do not use Bare Foor Cleaner on carpet or upholstery Do not use any type of wax with your SteamVac Widepath deep cleaner Continued gt NOTE Use only HOOVER detergents They are specially formulated for use with your SteamVac deep cleaner 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 an
24. rpet 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 Fig 2 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on pages 9 10 Carpet Cleaning Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 1 Fill clean solution tank upper tank with HOOVER Carpet Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 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 Picking up spills Your deep cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills 1 gallon or less never to exceed 1 4 inch in depth on carpet upholstery or bare floors 1 For best results pick up spills imme diately by placing the stair upholstery nozzle just above the spill and suction up any residue on top of the carpet 2 If the spill remains place either the stair upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle with brushes turned OFF in front of
25. shes seem to be rotating slowly disconnect deep cleaner from electical outlet and check and clean this screen Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on floor Squeeze frame lift and pull it out Wipe off screen and push frame back into place under Fill clean solution tank Figs 2 8 to 2 14 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 sur face has more than one color check all col ors 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 Widepath deep cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and spot Repeat until spot is removed carefully scrub with a house hold scrub brush if necessary b If desired the carpet may be rinsed Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning but it
26. st if not included with your cleaner Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet To prevent possible leaking remove clean solution tank Fig 2 8 and recov ery tank Fig 2 15 before positioning bare floor attachment Set tanks aside do not set tank on furni ture 1 With handle in upright position tilt cleaner back so that handle rests on the floor 4 Return deep cleaner to upright posi tion Lower handle and replace recovery tank 5 Raise handle to upright position and reposition clean solution tank To clean floor Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 Do not use the deep cleaner on hard wood floors 1 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Bare Floor Cleaner according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 Do not use any type of wax with your deep cleaner 2 Move speed selector to the Lo or HI position for scrubbing or OFF if scrubbing is not desired 3 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 4 Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position turn deep cleaner ON 5 To release solution press trigger Slowly move deep cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned 6 To pick up dirty solution release trig ger and slowly move deep cleaner over area where solution has just been dis persed Use both forward and reverse strokes 7 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and
27. ta plate on back of cleaner Plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing 14 Brush speed selector slide selector to set brush speed on HI LO or OFF 15 Hood 16 Edge bristles on both sides of the hood for cleaning close to edges of carpet 17 Nozzle 18 Cleaning mode indicator shows either floor or tool usage 19 ON OFF pedal 20 Handle release pedal step on pedal to lower handle to operating floor position 21 Stair upholstery nozzle This deep cleaner is intended for household use ON OFF pedal amp 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 Cleaning mode indicator Indicator will show a green window next to FLOOR C when handle is in the operating position for cleaning carpet rugs and bare floors Indicator will show a green window next to TOOL D when handle is in the upright position for tool use on stairs upholstery etc Deep cleaner automatically diverts suction from FLOOR to TOOL when handle is raised from the operating to the upright position 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 d
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