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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
retain this information.
Your

and

deep

cleaner

has serial

provided

and

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READ

is modeJ

number

It is suggested
that you attach your
sales receipt
to this owner
s manual.
Verification
of date of purchase
be required
for warranty
service
your Hoover
product.

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index
Important
safeguards
..........
Unpacking
deep cleaner .........
Assembling
deep cleaner
......
Deep cleaner
description
........
Genera!
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
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Cleaning
bare floors
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2
3
4-5
6
6-9
7-8
8-9
7
7

9
9-10
10
10
10-11

Using the tools
.............
11
Cleaning
carpeted
stairs
.. 11-12
Cleaning
upholstery
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12
If you have a problem
.........
13
Lubrication
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12
Service
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12
Storage
Warranty

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13

using an electrical
appliance,
always follow
precaution,
including
the following:
ALL

iNSTRUCTIONS

WARN|NG:
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Safegua s!

Use indoors only.
Use only on surfaces
moistened
not immerse
product.
Connect
to a properly
grounded
Do not clean over floor electrical

BEFORE

shock,

USING

or injury:

by the cleaning
outlet
only.
outlets.

basic

APPLIANCE.

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process

or small

See "Grounding

spills.

Do

Instructions".

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,
ff 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 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!
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.

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instructions!

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Grounding
Instructions

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 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: In
Canada, the use of a temporary adapter
is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.

Im

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
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).

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 all local codes and
ordinances.

B

E
C

D

F

G
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B

npack deep cleaner from the carton and identify
the parts shown.
Remove
and dispose
of the packing.

A.
B.

C.
D.
E.
F.

Deep cleaner
Upper handle
OR
Upper handle
for stair/upholstery
OR Upper handle with powered
Bolts (2)
Nuts (3 - one extra included)
CarpetlUpholstery
Detergent
Bare Floor Cleaner

G.
H.

PreCleaner
Bare floor

(some models)
attachment

nozzle storage*
hand tool**

Contained
I. Hose
J.

K.
L.

in carton

with

hose:

Stair/upholstery
nozzle OR car cleaning
tool*
(positioned
on rack); Stair/upholstery
nozzle
not
positioned
on rack*
Hose rack and screw (taped on rack under nozzle)
Clip for hose

*Included
**Included

with
with

Plus
Ultra

models
models

A
The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing (Ultra model shown).

!
Attach
B

upper

handle

Remove
tank)
fromclean
deepsolution
cleaner.tank (upper

DWith
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.

II

B

A
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 completely 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.

[]Press
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.

D

Pivot
andofpush
other
hole atclipback
handle
to tab
lock into
into
place.

t

Attach
[]Remove
rack.

hose

rack

tool and taped screw from

Insert projections
back of cleaner.

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

Storing

hose & tools

Store hose on rack by first positioning hose in front section of clip.

on rack into slots on

i,U

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

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

For Plus* or
Ultra**
models

To remove tool** (A), pull it down
outward.
To reposition the tool, reverse this procedure.

The plastic
oweredbag
hand
is shipped
for tool**
protection.
Remove the bag before using the tool
by first opening tool door.

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

Slide
floor attachment
holder bare
as shown.

How to reattach
cover

into

tool

The tool cover 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
slots on sides of tool storage area.
Push cover down to secure in place.

Theassembled
deepcleaner
willlooklikethedrawing.
1.
2.

j7
_8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

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 OFR
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.

ON/OFF
Handle

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.

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.

Thedeepcleaner
mayalsobeliftedbyplacing
a handunderthe
uppercleansolution
tankhandle
as
shown.

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 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
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 setting before cleaning.

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

H

Brush

indicator

The
indicator
will spin
(F)
whenbrush
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 net be rotating:
1. Brush speed selector set on OFF (see
previous section).
2. Handle in upright position (see
"Cleaning mode indicator," p. 6).

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

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

The

tanks

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

How

to fill

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

3. Brush indicator screen dirty.

Continued

-_
7

Using cap, measure detergent following
the chart below.
5 OUNCES/

For carpet,
stery:

carpeted

stairs

and

uphol-

Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Carpet/Upholstery
Detergent.
For bare floors:
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces)
Bare Floor Cleaner

with HOOVER

De net use Bare Floor Cleaner on carpet or
upholstery. Do not use any type of wax
with your 'SteamVac'
deep cleaner.

NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents,
They are specially formulated for use
with your 'SteamVac' deep cleaner.

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

Rotate
tankcapcounterclockwise
andliftuptoremove
cap.

For heavy
Pre-treat

traffic
with

areas:

HOOVER

PreCleaner

Spray.

If you do not have access
to the PreCleaner
Spray,
of HOOVER
Detergent
(use 2 capfulls
or 10 ounces

CAUTION:
Detergents
Anionic
and Nonionic

double
the amount
per I gallon tank).

D

contain
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.
Irritation
persists, call a physician.
For Medical
Information
(U.S.) call
1-800-752-7869.

If

D

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

proper performance,
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,

I_lReplace
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 place.

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.

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 handle completely forward to lock tank into
place (see Fig. 35).

I_1

Raise
carryingtank
position
(straighthandle
up) toto unlock
from
base of deep cleaner. Lift tank from
deep cleaner and carry it to a sink or
drain.

Before
you
cleaning

begin

I_To

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

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.

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.

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 prevent wood finishes from staining carpet.
Pin up furniture skirts and draperies.

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"
("solvent/dry"
clean only). If your
upholstery does not have a code, seek
professional assistance.

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'
deep cleaner to pick up PreCleaner and
spot. Repeat until spot is removed; carefully
scrub with a household scrub brush if necessary.

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

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 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.

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

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.

Do not saturate
PreCleaner.

carpet or upholstery

with

If you do not have access to the
PreCleaner
Spray, double
the amount
of HOOVER
Detergent
(use 2 capfulls
or 10 oz. per 1 gallon)
in the clean
solution
tank.

*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.
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 (eg plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
See pages 10-14 for instructions on various
cleaning tasks.

I_ld. tank
Remove
debris
filter and
rinsefrom
with recovery
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
grounded

and plug cord
outlet.

Do not clean
lets.

over

floor

into a properly
electrical

out-

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.

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.
When picking up spills on bare floors,

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 (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 trigger (dry stroke).

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

Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre-

use only the floor nozzle with the bare
floor attachment 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 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 SteamVac 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
Disconnect
cal outlet.

deep

bare

cleaner

floor

from

electri-

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.

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.)

Do not use the SteamVac
er on hardwood
floors.

deep

Fill clean

HOOVER

solution

tank with

clean-

Bare Floor Cleaner according
tions on pages 7 and 8.

to instruc-

Do not use any type of wax
SteamVac
deep cleaner.

with

your

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 release pedal and lower
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

A
C

tool

Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Place handle in upright position and
remove hose from rack.
I_lConnect
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.
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.
Fill 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.
1_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.

3. Drain hose by turning deep
g 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
extra caution
when
Do not

place

deep

from falling, use
cleaning
on stairs.
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.
I_1Pre-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

-_

11

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.

Lift
it against
riser.
Pull tool,
tool and
slowlyposition
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 additional cleaning is necessary, wait
until the carpet is completely dry before
using the tool again.

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
pets.

tools

toward

people

Dry hands and plug deep cleaner
properly
grounded
outlet.

or
into a

Turn deep cleaner on.
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 inch to help prevent streaking.
Make additional strokes without pressing
the trigger to remove more moisture.
To clean in corners or creases, lift the
tool one-half inch from the fabric and
press the solution trigger.
Vacuum up the solution with the tool
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

Service

Before storing:

To obtain approved HOOVER service
and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the
nearest Hoover Factory Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer (Depot) by:

• 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 to
soiled
it may be
necessary
repeatareas,
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.
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.

12

• 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
solution
tank In place.

with

a full

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.

• 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 (U.S. only)
OR• checking the Service section of The
Hoover Company on-line at
www.hoovercompany.com
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

a

Full

Year

Warranty

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can
be solved quite easily when the cause is

(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 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 warranty does not apply if the appliance is used
in a commercial or rental application.

found by using the check list below.
Possible cause
Possible solution
• Not firmly plugged in
• Plug unit in firmly
• No voltage In wall plug
• Check fuse or breaker
• Blown fuse/tripped

One

breaker

• Replace fuse/reset breaker
Possible cause
Possible solution
• Recovery tank full/automatic
shut off engaged
• Remove and empty recovery tank

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.

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

1. Hoover Factory Service Centers.

• Recovery tank lid not on
correctly

2. Hoover Authorized Warranty
Service Dealers (Depots).
For an automated referral of authorized
service outlets in the USA, phone
1-800-944-9200 OR
visit The Hoover Comapny on-line at
www hoovercompany corn

•

Make

Possible
Possible

sure lid is on securely
cause
solution

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

correctly
• Make sure lid is firmly in place
Possible cause
Possible solution
• Indicator screen dirty
• Remove clear cover over indicator
and clean screen; replace cover

for

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 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.

• Speed selector on OFF
• Move speed selector to Low or Hi

13

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