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HOOVER ®

Owner's
Manual

The Easy to Use
Deep Cleaner
with

automatic

Review

Ultra

tool conversion

this manual

Models

These

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Plus

models

are

operating

cleaner

Deluxe

Models

included

deep

in this

manual

Models

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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.

Important

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic
precaution, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
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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.

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Index
Important safeguards
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Unpacking deep cleaner .........
Assembling deep cleaner ......
Deep cleaner description ........
General operation ............
Filling the clean solution tank.
Emptying the recovery tank ..
Agitator speed selector .......
Brush Indicator ..............
How to use
Before you begin ............
After cleaning ............
Cleaning carpet ............
Picking up spills ............
Cleaning bare floors ......
Using the tools .............
Cleaning carpeted stairs..
Cleaning upholstery
.......
If you have a problem .........
Lubrication ..................
Service .....................
Storage .....................
Warranty ....................

2
3
4-5
6
6-9
7-8
8-9
7
7

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9-10
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10
10-11
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11-12
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Safeguards!

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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.
Unplug deep cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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 pf 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 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!

© lg93,1996,1997 The Hoover Company
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Grounding
Instructions

DANGER

m
Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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
wil_ not fit the out_et, have a proper outlet
instatled 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).

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 (C) and
grounding plug (A). The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet (B)
that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with aN local codes and
ordinances
Ib

E

co
A

F

G

A temporary adapter (D) may be used to
connect
this pluggrounded
to a 2-pole
receptacle
(E) if a properly
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 permanent 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: tn
Canada, the use of a temporary adapter
is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.

.

B

U

Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and identity the parts shown.
Remove and dispose of the packing.

A. Deep cleaner
B. Upper handle OR
Upper handle for stair/upholstery nozzle storage*
OR Upper handle with powered hand tool**
C. Bolts (2)
D. Nuts (3 - one extra included)
E. Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent
F. Bare Floor Cleaner
G. PreCleaner (some models)
i. Bare floor attachment

Contained in carton with hose:
I. Hose
J. Stairluphotstery nozzle OR car cleaning tool*
(positioned on rack); Stair/upholstery nozzle not
positioned on rack*
K. Hose rack and screw (taped on rack under nozzle)
L. Clip for hose
*Included with Plus models
**Included with Ultra models

[]
A
The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing (Ultra mode_ shown).

Attach

upper

handle

_1_ Remove clean solution tank (upper
tank) from deep cleaner

_1

With cord hook (A) 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.

[]

D

Place nuts in recessed areas on
back of handle. Hold each nut in
place while tightening each bolt securely
with a Phillips screw driver.

|

DWhen
handle sections are complete
ly together, squeeze trigger (B) on
upper handle to snap trigger rod in
place.

D

Replace clean solution tank (upper
tank) by positioning bottom first.
Press on tank handle to snap top of
tank into place.

Only two nuts are needed on this model.
The extra nut is not required but has
been provided for your convenience

DPress
cord into cord clip on back of
handle. Pull cord tight.

Attach
D

hose

clip

Push tab on side of clip into hole on
side of handle,

_1

Pivot clip and push other tab into
hole at back of handle to lock into
place,

[]

Attach
[]Remove
rack

hose

rack

tool and taped screw from

Insert projections
back of cleaner.

I_1

Slide rack down into place. Insert
screw at (D) and tighten with a
Phillips screwdriver

Storing

hose & tools

Store hose on rack by first positiong hose in front section of clip

on rack into slots on

l_Then
continue wrapping hose as
shown snapping end of hose connector into clip.

For Plus* or
Ultra**
models
I_The
powered hand tool** is shipped
in a plastic bag for protection.
Remove the bag before using the tool
by first opening tool door.

I_

Position tool in holder at base of
cleaner and snap it into place as
shown at arrow.

alTo

m

Slide
floor attachment
holder bare
as shown.

How to reattach
cover

into

tool

remove tool** (A), pul! it down
and outward,
To reposition the tool, reverse this procedure

_The

To store stair/upholstery nozzle* (B),
open tool door, place nozzle in bracket
and fit it securely into positiion, To
remove, reverse this procedure.

To reattach, atign hinges of cover with
slots on sides of tool storage area

tool cover is designed with a
break-away feature which allows it
to snap free if it is pushed open too far.

Push cover down to secure in place,

Theassembled
deepcleaner
willlooklikethedrawing

[]

[]
1.
2.

_5

: 22

1

20
17

19

Hand grip
Solution trigger: press to
release clean solution.
3. Cord clip: place cord in clip
to keep it out of the way
when using cleaner
4. Hose
5. Hose holders: wrap hose
around holders for storage
6. Cord hooks: wrap cord
around hooks for storage.
The top hook can be rotated
right or left for quick and
easy cord release.
7. Stair/upholstery
nozzle* OR
Powered hand tool**
8. Carrying handle
9. Clean solution tank handle
10. Clean solution tank cap/
measuring cup
11. Clean solution tank: holds
cleaning solution.
12. Recovery tank handle:
raise handle to unlock tank
for removal; lower handle for
ward to lock tank into posi
tion.

13. Recovery tank: holds dirty
solution.
14. Hood
15. Agitator speed selector:
slide selector to set brush
speed on HI, LO, or OFE
16. Brush Indicator: spins
when brushes are rotating.
17. Nozzle.
18. Cleaning mode indicator:
choose either floor or tools
19. ON/OFF pedal
20. Handle release pedal: step
on pedal to lower handle to
operating (floor) position;
21. Stair/upholstery nozzle OR
Car cleaning tool*
22. Bare floor attachment
*Included with Plus models
**Included with Ultra models
This deep cleaner is intended
for household use,

Operate deep cleaner only at voltage
specified on data plate on back of
cleaner. Plug deep cleaner Into a properly grounded outlet,

A

ON/OFF
Handle

B

pedal &
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

6

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 divert 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.

_E

/
[]The deepcleaner
mayalsobeliftedbyplacinga handunderthe
uppercleansolution
tankhandleas
shown

Automatic

"shut

off"

[]When
the recovery tank (lower tank) is
ful! the automatic shutoff mechanism
will shut off the deep cleaner suction (suclion will be noticeably reduced).
At that time the red 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.

Agitator

speed

selector

[]Your

'SteamVac' deep cleaner has
tlqree agitator brush settings
HI - for normal cleaning of carpet and
bare floors
LO - for gentle c_eaning 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 t_le desired setting before cleaning.

Check clean solution tank also; it may
need to be refilled,

H

Brush

indicator

[]The

brush indicator will spin (F)
when the deep cleaner is turned
ON and the brushes are rotating.
If the indicator does not spin and the
pattern is visible (G) when the deep
cleaner is turned ON, the brushes are
not rotating.
There are three reasons why the brushes
may not be rotating:
1. Brush speed selector set on OFF (see
previous section).
2. Handle in upright position (see
"Cleaning mode indicator," p, 6)
3. Brush indicator

I_To

The

Remove clear cover and wipe off screen
with a damp cloth. Snap cover back into
position

Clean solution tank
(upper tank)
The clean solution tank holds the cleaning solution that is to be dispersed onto
the surface to be c_eaned.

clean screen (H), turn deep cleaner off and disconnect from electdcal
outlet.

How

tanks

to fill

Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.
[]Place
deep cleaner handle in the
upright, locked position,
To remove tank, press down on handle
and pull forward
Carry tank to a sink.

screen dirty.

Continued

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5 OUNCES/

Using cap, measure detergent following
the chart below.
For carpet, carpeted stairs and upholstew:
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery Detergent.
For bare floors:

I.'

Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner

)

Do not use Bare Floor Cleaner on carpet or
upholstery. Do not use any type of wax
with your 'SteamVac' deep cleaner.
[]Rotate
tank cap counterclockwise
and lift up to remove cap

[]Turn

cap (A) upside down to serve
as a measuring cup.

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._.) call
1*800-752-7869.

Pour detergent into tank. Fill tank to
line (B) (1 gallon) with hot tap
water.
To assure proper performance,
HOOVER cleaning detergent.

use only

[]If

rubber dislodged,
ring (C) on reposition
cap has it
become
with uneven side against ledge (D) as
shown.

. Recovery
(lower

tank

tank)

The recovery tank holds the dirty solution that is picked up from the carpet.
When the recovery tank is full, the automatic 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.

[]Replace
cap Rotate cap clockwise until it locks In place. Cap
must be locked In place for proper
performance
and to prevent leaking.

[]Position
bottom of tank into unit
and press on tank handle to snap
tank into ptace.

To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank (Fig.28) by pressing
down on tank handle and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank
on furniture).
Step on handle release pedal (Fig. 20)
and lower handle until it rests on the
floor.

8

For full suction, it is important that
the recovery tank lid is properly
secured before cleaning.
_UNLOCK

¢
Raise tank handle to carrying position to
place it into base of cleaner. Move handie completely forward to leek tank into
place (see Fig 35)

[]Raise
handle to carrying position
(straight up) to unlock tank from
base of deep cleaner Lift tank from
deep cleaner and carry it to a sink or
drain.

Before you begin
cleaning
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' deep cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.
b. For upholstery, check cleaning
code - Use your HOOVER 'SteamVac'
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"
("solventJdry"
clean only). If your
uphoIstery does not have a code, seek
professional assistance.

[]To

remove tank lid, lower handle
completely toward back of tank
and lift off lid.

Raise handle of deep cleaner to upright
position and reposition upper clean
solution tank

Empty the tank and reposition the lid.

c.Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent and
water according to the instructions under "Fill
clean solution tank" on pages 7 and 8 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

If no color change is visible, spray
PreCleaner onto spots and traffic areas
Wait at least ten minutes Use your
'SteamVac' deep cleaner to pick up
PreCleaner and spot. Repeat until spot is
removed; carefully scrub with a household
scrub brush if necessary

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 foi!
or wax paper under legs. This will prevent wood finishes from staining carpet
Pin up furniture skirts and drapenes

*Available at additional cost if not included
with your model, 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

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.

Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with
PreCleaner,

f.To prevent staining, use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray,
g.To avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs/carpet, either move area rugs/carpet to a nonwood bare floor surface or place waterproof
material (e.g. plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
See pages 10-14 for instructions on various
cleaning tasks.

After

cleaning

a. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To
help prevent matting and reselling the
carpet, keep children and pets away
from surface until it is completely dry. If
it is necessary to walk on damp carpet, place towels or white cloths on the
traffic areas.
If furniture must be replaced before the
carpet is dry, use plastic or aluminum
foil pads under legs of furniture so metal
slides or wood finishes will not stain the
carpet.
b. If desired, the carpet may be rinsed
Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning,
but it may Improve the surface's appearance 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 procedure 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

[d.

Remove debris from recovery
tank filter and rinse with clean
water

Note: If the filter must be removed for
cleaning, it is easier to replace if the filter is wet.
e. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after
carpet has completely dried This will
help reduce any shading left by the
deep cleaner's brushes

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 on a
non-carpeted floor. Do not pour water
onto a wood floor.
Pick up water with your 'SteamVac' deep
cleaner. Repeat as necessary until
debris is flushed out of nozzle.

Continued

-_

9

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 products to clean the machine.

vent streaking
Keep nozzle flat on floor for both forward and reverse strokes.

Read "Before you begin cleaning"
instructions on page 9.

It is best to alternate wet and dry
strokes as described above.

Fill clean solution tank (upper tank) with
HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent
according to instructions on pages 7
and 8.

For best cleaning results and to aid in
faster drying of carpet, 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", page 7)

Move speed selector to LO for gentle
cleaning or HI for normal cleaning.
Dry hands and plug cord into a properly
grounded outlet.
Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
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
cleaner ON.

position; Urn deep

Your HOOVER SteamVac 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.
For best results, pick up spills immediately by placing the stair/upholstery
nozzle just above the spill and suction
up any residue on top of the carpet. If
the spill remains, place either the stair/
upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle with
brushes turned OFF in front of the spill,
pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill
initially with suction only Repeat with spray
and suction.

For heavily soiled areas, repeat, To
avoid saturating carpet, do not use
more than 4 wet strokes over one
area. Always end with dry strokes.

[]Squeeze
trigger to release cleaning
solution and slowly push deep
cleaner forward (equals one wet stroke).
Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly
pull deep cleaner back toward you (sec
end 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 trigger (dry stroke).

When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on pages 9 10

Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pro-

When picking up spills on bare floors,
use only the floor nozzle with the bare
floor attachment in place and speed
selector in the OFF position (thiswill 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 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 SteamVae deep cleaner
to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals.
When finished, follow "After cleaning"
instructions on pages 9-10.

How to attach
attachment

bare

floor

Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank and recovery tank
before positioning bare attachment.
Refer to Fig. 28 to remove clean solution tank Set tank aside (do not set
tank on furniture),
Refer to Fig. 35 to remove recovery
tank

With handle in upright position, tilt
cleaner back so that handle rests on
the floor
Return deep cleaner to upright position.
Lower handle and replace recovery
tank
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 SteamVac deep cleaner on hardwood floors.

[]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.
10

[]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,)

Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner according to instructions on pages 7 and 8.
Do not use any type of wax with your
SteamVac deep cleaner,
Move speed selector to the Lo or HI
position for scrubbing or OFF if
scrubbing is not desired.

Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into
a properly grounded outlet.
Step on handle re_ease pedat and tower
handle to operating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.
To release solution, press trigger. Slowly
move deep cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned.
To pick up dirty solution, release trigger
and slowly move deep cleaner over
area where solution has just been dispersed. Use both forward and reverse
strokes.
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see
"Automatic shut-off", page 7)
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on pages 9-10
Remove attachment from nozzle and
rinse in clear water Do not remove
plastic screen or foam from attachment.

c
The powered hand tool (Ultra models)
has rotating brushes for extra scrubbing
action on small carpet areas, carpeted
stairs and upholstery.
The stair/upholstery nozzle has a built-in
brush to help provide the scrubbing
action some spots may need for
removal.
The car cleaning tool (Plus models) can
be used for carpet and upholstery in
vehicles.

How

to attach

c

tool

Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Place handle in upright position and
remove hose from rack
m
Connect powered hand tool (A) or
stair/upholstery nozzle or car
cleaning tool (B) to end of 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

Ib

A

B

Follow the instructions on pages 11-12
for the appropriate cleaning task

Read "Before you begin cleaning"
Instructions on page 9.
Place handle in upright position.
Agitator brushes will not rotate while
handle Is in upright position.
Fil_clean solution tank with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according
to instructions on pages 7 and 8. Attach
tool to end of hose.

After

using

tool

1. Follow steps a and b for "After cleaning" on page 9,
m2.

Rinse tool and hose by filling sink
with a small amount of water. Turn
deep cleaner ON and pickup the water
with the tool

m3.

Drain hose by turning deep
cleaner ON and holding end of
hose up for several seconds. Do not
press trigger.
4 Disconnect
cal outlet.

deep cleaner from electri-

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.

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. Dry hands and plug deep cleaner
into a properly grounded outlet.

Turn deep cleaner ON
_

Pre-spray the carpeted stair by
holding the tool (A) or (B) about
one inch above the carpet and push it
forward while pressing the trigger
(equals one wet stroke).
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.

Continued

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When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 9 and
"After using tool" instructions on page 11.

Read "Before you begin cleaning"
Instructions on page 9.
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and position
it against
riser.
Itool,
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
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 additiona! cleaning

is necessary, wait

until the carpet is completely
using the tool again.

dry before

Be sure to check the cleaning code on
your upholstery. Use your HOOVER
'SteamVac' deep cleaner only on
upholstery
marked "W" or "W/S".
Place handle in upright position
Agitator brushes will not rotate while
handle Is In upright position.
Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent according
to instructions on pages 7 and 8 Attach
tool to end of hose
Do not point powered hand tool or
stair/upholstery nozzle at people or
pets.
Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a
properly grounded outlet.

Turn deep cleaner on.
m

Gently press the tool (A) or (B) onto
the fabric Press the trigger and
slowly pull the nozzle over the fabric
Overlap strokes by 1/2 Lnch to help prevent streaking
Make additional strokes without pressing
the trigger to remove more moisture
To clean in corners or creases, lift the
nozzle one-half inch from the fabric and
press the solution trigger. Vacuum up
the solution with the nozzle without
pressing the trigger.

Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7)

Storage
Before storing:
• Empty solution tank and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
• Replace empty solution tank and
turn deep cleaner ON. Squeeze
trigger and push deep cleaner forward and back several times to
expel any solution remaining in the
deep cleaner's system. (Do not use
deep cleaner on wood floors.)
_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, wa!t
until the upholstery is completely dry
before using the nozzle again
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7)
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 9 and
"After using tool" instructions on page 11.

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• 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.

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 (US. 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: 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 bottom of
the cleaner.)

If you have
problem

Full One Year

a

If a minor problem occurs it usually can
be solved quite easily when the cause is
found by using the check list below

Possible cause
Possible solution
• Not firmly plugged in
• Plug unit in hrmly
• No voltage In wall plug
• Check fuse or breaker
• Blown fuse/tripped
breaker
• Replace fuse/reset breaker

Possible cause
Possible solution

• Blockage In tool on end of hose
• Remove tool and clear blockage

1. Hoover Factory Service Centers
2. Hoover Authorized Warranty
Service Dealers (Depots).

• Recovery tank lid not on
correctly
• Make sure lid is on securely

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.

Possible cause
Possible solution
• Solution tank not firmly in place
• Make sure tank is securely locked in
position

Possible cause
Possible solution

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 purchase. 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 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 elsewhere are covered by a limited one year warranty which
covers the cost of parts only. This warran
ty 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 service outlets. Proof of purchase will be required
before service is rendered.

• Recovery tank full/automatic
shut off engaged
i,.
• Remove and empty recovery tank

• Solution tank empty
• Refill tank according to instructions
surface being cleaned
• Recovery tank lid not on
correctly
• Make sure rid is firmly in place

Warranty
(Domestic Use)

for

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.
For an automated referral of authorized
service outlets in the U.S.A., phone
1-800-944-9200.
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
1-800-263-6376.

• Indicator screen dirty
• Remove clear cover over _ndicator
and clean screen; replace cover
• Speed selector on OFF
• Move speed selector to Low or Hi

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