Hoover FH50140 User Manual CARPET CLEANER Manuals And Guides 1503537L

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Brushes

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Cleaning

Solutions

Warranty

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DO NOT RETURN

THIS PRODUCT

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SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical

appliance,

basic precautions

should always be

followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING:TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,
ELECTRIC
SHOCKORINJURY:
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Fully assemble before operating.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on lower handle of cleaner.
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning or servicing.
Use indoors only.
Do not immerse. Use only on carpet moistened by cleaning process.
Use only HOOVERc_cleaning products intended for use with this machine. (See
the "Cleaning Products" section of this manual.)
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and
under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury
or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place
fingers or other objects into any openings.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments and products.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a
service center prior to continuing use.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
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.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to
prevent the cleanerfrom falling, always placecleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor.
Do not placecleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials, such as gasoline, or
fine wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
Unplug before connecting SpinScrub_)Hand Tool.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
Do not use without Tanks or Filters in place.
Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
WARNING:This product contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause
cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDSAFfER HANDLING.
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CAUTION
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THERISKOFDAMAGE:
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Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may cause damage.
Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing
temperatures.
Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.
To assist in reducing drying time, be certain the area is well ventilated when using
detergents and other cleaners with this machine.
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.
Do not store extractor with solution in tanks.
With brushes on, do not allow cleaner to sit in one location for an extended
period of time, as damage to the floor can result.
Do not use this extractor and accessories on hard floors. Using this machine on
hard floors without proper attachment may scratch or damage your floor.
Water will drip from the brushes and underside of the product after use and may
puddle. To avoid damage to wood and laminate flooring and to avoid potential
slip hazard, after use (a) do not leavethe product on wood and laminate surfaces
and remove to a hard surface and (b) place unit on absorbent material (such as
a towel) to soak up drips.

GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric 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
inserted into an appropriate outlet (B) that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING:mproper
connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug 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 (A)
illustrated in Fig. 1. 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 (Fig. 2). The
temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (B) can
be installed by a qualified electrician (Fig. 1). 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 (Fig. 2). 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.

REMOVE

ALL PARTS FROM CARTON

AND IDENTIFY

MAKE SURE ALL PARTS ARE LOCATED
*Available

on select

BEFORE

models only. Accessories

EACH

ITEM SHOWN.

DISPOSING

not included

OF PACKING

MATERIALS.

with your model may be purchased

separately

by visiting hoover.com.

A. Carpet Washer
B. Water/Solution Tank
C. Upper Handle
D. Handle Screws
E. SpinScrub ® Brush Assembly

Tools Included in Mesh Bag
H. Accessory Hose
I. Stair Tool*
J. Upholstery Tool
K. Crevice Tool*

(Pre-assembled in unit)
F. SpinScrub ® Hand Tool*
G. Mesh Tool Storage Bag*

Actual model

may vary from images

shown.

NOTE:

PHILLIPS

SCREWDRIVER

NEEDED

FOR ASSEMBLY,

ATTACHHANDLE

STORE TOOLS

1. Position upper handle and slide down into carpet
washer base (Fig. 2)

6. Place tools and hose into Mesh Too! Storage
bag provided.

2. Insert both screws and tighten with screwdriver
(Fig. 3).

7. Mesh Tool Storage Bag should not be hung on
the Carpet Washer while the Carpet Washer is
in use.

PLACE SOLUTION/WATER TANK

8. Mesh Tool Storage Bag can be conveniently
stored either on the back of the unit or hung
elsewhere by the provided hook (Fig. 6).

3, Position bottom of tank onto Carpet Washer
(Fig. 4).
4. Push tank handle while supporting back of
cleaner with other hand until Solution Tank
clicks into place (Fig. 5).

CORD STORAGE
9. Wrap cord around cord hooks for convenient
storage. Attach the plug end to cord,

5. Check to make sure tank is securely latched,

Actual

model

may vary from images

shown.

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2

9
BACK

FRONT

LIST OF FEATURES
1.

Solution Trigger: Press to release
cleaning solution

ON/OFF

Nozzle

Accessory

Hose Connection

Port

Pedal

Wash/Rinse

Clean Water/Solution

Selector

Dirty Water Tank

Dirty Water Tank Latch

Solution

Tank

Tube Connection

10. Cord Storage

Hook

11. Cord Storage

Hook

(Does not rotate)
12. Handle

Release

Pedal

13. Cord Clip
Port

Actual model

may vary from images

shown.

ON-OFFPEDAL(Rg.3,A)
1. To turn cleaner

ON, step on pedal.

2. To turn cleaner

OFF, step on pedal agian.

HANDLERELEASEPEDAL(Rgt3,B)
1. Grasp handle.
2. Step on Handle Release Pedal to release
handle to operating position.

lower

3. Do not release grip on handle until handle
returned into locked upright position

)

TRANSPORTING
1. To move your cleaner from
handle in upright and locked
2. Tilt cleaner
(Fig. 14).

back

on wheels

room to room, put
position.
and push forward

CARRYHANDLES
The carpet washer may also be lifted by any of
several carry handles as shown. Be sure tanks are
properly latched in place before attempting to lift
(Fig 15).
A. Upper Handle
B. Solution Tank Handle

NOTE:
There
may
be a small amount of
water on the base when
the tank is removed
from the unit. This is a
normal condition.

C. Dirty Water Tank Handle
D. Solution Tank Shelf

CLEANWATER/SOLUTIONTANK
The Clean Water / Solution Tank (Fig. t 6) is divided
into two sections. The Clean Water Tank (E) is for
water
only and the Solution
Tank (F) is for
cleaning solution only.
NOTE:

Tanks are labeled

above tank caps.

How to Fill
1. Turn off and
outlet.

unplug

cleaner

from

electrical

2. To remove tank, press down on Solution
Latch and pull forward. (Fig. t 7).

Tank

3. Fill Clean Water Tank (Fig. 18) with hot tap
water. The use of hot water as opposed to cold,
significantly
improves cleaning performance.

4. Fill Solution
Tank
(Fig.
19) with
Hoover ®
Clean Plus 2X Solution or any other Hoover
solution
(see "Cleaning
Solutions"
page 19
for details). Replace container caps and tighten.
5. Place Solution/Water
using the method
Actual

model

Tank back

described

on to the unit

on page 6.

may vary from images

shown.

DIRTY WATER TANK
The Dirty Water Tank holds the dirty water that is
picked up from the surface being cleaned.
When the Dirty Water Tank is full, the automatic
shut-off will engage, suction will stop and the tank
must be emptied (see Automatic Shut-Off section).

Howto Empty
1. Turn cleaner off and unplug from electrica!
outlet.
2. Release Dirty Water Tank Latch (Fig. 20).
3. Grab the Dirty Water Tank Handle and remove
from carpet washer (Fig. 21).
4. Unplug the Quick Spout Pour Cap (A), rotate it
away from drain hole and empty the Tank (Fig. 22).

5. Place Recovery Tank back on to cleaner
making sure to do so with the retaining features
(B, Fig. 23) pointing down to ensure proper sealing.
6. Latch the Recovery Tank back in to place.

HowtoClean
1. Empty Dirty Water Tank.
2. Place on flat surface and unlatch Dirty Water
Tank lid latch located below the Quick Spout
Pour Cap (Fig. 24).
3. Pivot and lift off Dirty Water Tank Lid (Fig. 25).
4. Remove lint from filter screen located on the
bottom of the Dirty Water Tank Lid (C, Fig. 25).
5. Rinse debris from Dirty Water Tank Lid and Dirty
Water Tank bottom (Fig. 26).
6. Insert tabs on Dirty Water Tank lid and reattach
lid to Dirty Water Tank bottom (D, Fig. 27a).
7. Reattach Recovery Tank Lid Latch.

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AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF

When
empty

this happens,
turn carpet washer
Dirty Water Tank before continuing

off and
use.

When the Dirty Water Tank is full the yellow float
disk will rise and shut off the carpet washer's suction.

Check Clean Water/Solution
to be refilled.

The carpet washer will no longer pick up dirty water
and the motor sound will become noticeably higher
in pitch.

Do not use without float and float retainer in place.
If broken or dislodged, take to an Authorized Dealer
for repair.
Actual model

Tank also; it may need

may vary from images

shown.

BEFOREYOU BEGINCLEANING

4. 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.

1. Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet, use a HOOVER®
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 carpet
cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.

5. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic areas with an
appropriate Hoover Cleaning Solutions, see
"Cleaning Solutions" section. Follow Directions on
bottle.

2. For upholstery, check cleaning code - Use your
HOOVER® carpet washer 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.

*Available at additional cost if not included with your
model.
6. To prevent staining, use plastic or aluminum foil
to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible
water spray.

3. Test for colorfastness - Wet a white absorbent
cloth with the solution, tn 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.

7. To avoid wetting and possible damage to wood
floors underneath area rugs/carpet, either move area
rugs/ carpet to a non-wood hard floor surface or
place waterproof material (e.g. plastic) underneath
them before cleaning.

WASHINGCARPET
Read "Before You Begin Cleaning" instructions.
1. Fill Clean Water Tank according to instructions (Pg. 8).
2. Fill solution tank with
instructions (Pg. 8).

Hoover@ solution

according

3. Dry hands and plug cord into a properly grounded outlet.

NOTE: 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.
4. Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating
position.

Step1
5. Set Wash/Rinse Selector to Wash (Fig. 28) Turn cleaner ON.
6. Squeeze trigger to apply cleaning solution and slowly push
cleaner forward (equals one wet stroke) (Fig. 29).
7. Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly pull cleaner back
toward you (second wet stroke).

Actual

model

may vary from images

shown.

Step 2
8. Release
trigger
and slowly
push
cleaner
forward over area just sprayed
with solution
(dry stroke). Then slowly pull cleaner
back
toward
you without
squeezing
trigger
(dry
stroke). Continue
using dry strokes
until little
water is visible passing through the Dirty Water
Tank lid (Pass over the same area a minimum
of 4 times = 2 while squeezing the trigger and
2 without).
NOTE:
For best results,
use straight,
parallel
strokes. Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help prevent
streaking.
9. Keep nozzle flat on floor for both forward
reverse strokes.

10. For best cleaning

and

"After

recommends

set
and

repeat steps 7 and 8.
11. For heavily
soiled
areas,
repeat
process. Avoid saturating carpet.
NOTE: It is best to alternate
as described above.

Empty Dirty Water Tank when the motor sound
becomes
higher pitched and there is a loss in
suction (see "Automatic
shut-off").
follow

Hoover

your carpets. To Rinse with water only,
Wash/Rinse
Selector to rinse (Fig. 30)

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 Dirty Water Tank lid.)

When finished
cleaning,
instructions
on page 12.

results,

to rinse the carpet with water only. This will
remove residual carpet cleaning solution from

cleaning

wet and dry strokes

Cleaning"

AFTER USE
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,
place plastic or aluminum foil under legs of furniture
so metal slides or wood finishes will not stain the
carpet.
1. See "Dirty Water Tank: How to Empty" page 9.
2. See "Dirty Water Tank: How to Clean"

page 9.

NOTE: Let Dirty Water Tank and Dirty Water Tank
Lid air dry before Carpet Washer is stored.
3. See "Cleaning

Nozzle" page 16.

4. See "Cleaning

Brushes"

5. Remove
nozzle.

lint from filter

page 16.
screen

located

behind

Actual model

may vary from images

shown.

CONNECT HOSE FOR TOOL USE

How to Attach
1. Open Accessory Hose Suction Port (A, Fig. 31).
Insert hose end, aligning the indicator with the
unlock arrows.
2. Rotate clockwise to lock position (B, Fig. 31).
3. Hold open the Accessory Hose Solution Port
door (Fig. 32).
2. Rotate accessory Hose end counterclockwise
from the locked position to the unlocked
position and remove by pulling out.

4. Plug Accessory Hose Solution Tube connector
firmly into Hose Solution Port (C, Fig. 32).

How to Remove

3. Snap Accessory Hose Suction Port door back
into place. Make sure to snap both sides to
unsure proper suction, unit may lose suction if
not closed properly.

1. Disconnect Accessory Hose Solution Tube
Connector from Accessory Hose Solution Port
by pulling up firmly. Do not pull on tube, this
may cause damage. Accessory port door wil!
automatically close.

TOOLS (*Available on

select models only.)

A. Stair Tool*: 6 inches wide,2 built-in rows of brushes
to help provide the scrubbing action that some spots
may need for removal on your carpeted stairs.
B. Upholstery Tool has a built-in brush to help
provide the scrubbing action some spots may need
for removal.
C. SpinScrub _°_
Hand Tool* has rotating brush(s)
for extra scrubbing action on small carpet areas,
carpeted stairs and upholstery. For some models,
the brush(s) can be removed for converting to the
scrub module.
D. Crevice Tool*: Great for use around baseboards
and those hard to reach areas.

NOTE: Tools located and stored in Mesh Bag.

How to AttachTools

1. To ensure maximum performance and to protect your carpet,
be sure to place the handle in the upright position while using
the accessory hose. Placing handle in the upright position
shuts off the SpinScrub brushes.
NOTE: All tools attach to the hose in the same manner:
2. Connect tool to hose by sliding it onto connector unti! the
tab locks it securely (E, Fig. 34).
3. Using your thumb, push forward and up on the latch to
remove tool (F, Fig. 34).
Actual model may vary from images shown.

After Using Tool
1. Drain suction hose by turning
holding nozzle up for several
press trigger.

2. Disconnect

hose and solution

cleaner ON and
minutes. Do not

tube from cleaner.

3. Drain solution tube by placing round end in sink
and raising the trigger end at the hose nozzle
above your head (Fig. 35). Press the trigger to
release air and fluid..
4. Replace
Bag.

Hose

and tools

in the Mesh

Storage

CLEANING CARPETEDSTAIRS
1. Read "Before
on page 10.

You Begin Cleaning"

2. Attach

and

hose

solution

tube

instructions
as

instructed

(Pg. 13).
3. Place handle in upright
position.
SpinScrub
brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright
position.
4. Fill Clean
5. Fill

Water Tank according

Solution

according

Tank

with

to instructions.

HOOVER

_ solution

to instructions.

6. Attach too! to end of hose.

12.Overlap
strokes
streaking.

1/2 inch to help

prevent

13.1t is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as
described above. End with more dry strokes to
aid in faster drying of carpet.

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

14. To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more than
4 wet strokes over any one area. Always end

8. Set Wash/ Rinse Selection to WASH. Turn
cleaner ON.

with dry strokes.

9. Pre-spray the carpeted stair by holding the tool
about one inch above the carpet and push it
forward while pressing the trigger (equals one
wet stroke) (Fig. 37).

15. If additional
carpet
again.

cleaning

is completely

is necessary,
dry before

wait until the
using the tool

16. Empty Dirty Water Tank when the motor sound
becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in
suction (see "Automatic Shut-Off").

10. 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.

17. When finished cleaning, follow "After Cleaning"
and "After Using Tool" instructions.

11. Lift tool, and position it against riser. Pull tool
slowly over carpet without pressing trigger (dry
stroke) (Fig. 38).

Actual model

may vary from images

shown.

CLEANING UPHOLSTERY
Read "Before

You Begin Cleaning"

instructions.

Be sure to check Hoover Cleaning Guide on page
10 and the cleaning code on your upholstery. Use
your cleaner only on upholstery
marked "W" or
"W/S".
1. Attach

hose and solution

tube as instructed.

2. Place handle in upright
position.
SpinScrub
brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright
position.
3. Fill Clean Water Tank according
on (Pg. 8).
4. Fill

solution

container

to instructions

with

HOOVER

solution
according
to instructions
on (Pg. 8).
Do not use hard floor cleaning solution when
cleaning upholstery.
5. Attach tool to end of hose.
6. Dry hands and
grounded outlet.

plug

cleaner

Selector

into
to

a properly

Set Wash/Rinse
cleaner ON.

WASH.

Gently press the tool onto the fabric.
trigger and slowly pull the nozzle
fabric (Fig. 39).

Overlap strokes
streaking.

Press the
over the

by 1/2 inch to help

10. Make additional
strokes without
trigger to remove more solution.
To clean in corners

or creases,

half inch from the fabric
trigger.

Turn

If additional
cleaning
is necessary,
upholstery
is completely
dry before
again.

prevent

pressing

Empty Dirty Water Tank when the motor sound
becomes
higher pitched and there is a loss in
suction (see "Automatic
Shut-Off").

the

When finished
cleaning,
follow "After
and "After Using Too!" instructions.

lift the tool one

and press the solution

11. For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary
to repeat
the
cleaning
process.
Make
crisscrossing
strokes to the original
pattern;
overlap each pass (Fig. 40).
Make no more than 2 passes with the solution
over any one area to prevent over-wetting
and
damage to fabric.
12. If you would

like to rinse the carpet

only, set Wash/Rinse
(Fig. 4t). For best

Setting
cleaning

with water

switch to RINSE
results, Hoover

recommends
to rinse the carpet with water
only. This will remove residual carpet cleaning
solution from your carpets. Then set Wash/
Rinse Selector to rinse and repeat steps 7 and 8.

Actual

model

may vary from images

shown.

wait until the
using the tool

Cleaning"

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure
continued cleaning effectiveness.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water take
it to a service center prior to continuing use.

NOZZLE: How to Clean
If lint or other debris becomes lodged in nozzle, it
can be removed for cleaning.

1. To prevent
possible
leaking,
remove
Water Tank and Dirty Water Tank.

Clean

2. With handle
in upright
position,
tilt carpet
washer back so that handle rests on the floor.
3. Rotate

nozzle

latch to unlock

position

4. Pull up on nozzle slightly to unsnap
foot of carpet washer.

(Fig. 41).

nozzle

from

5. Pull nozzle forward
to remove from carpet
washer. Be sure the nozzle does not get caught
on retention tank latch (Fig. 42).
6. Rinse debris from nozzle.
7. Position nozzle on to foot, making sure to align
the tabs at the bottom of the nozzle with the
notches

on the foot (Fig. 43).

8. Snap nozzle
9. Rotate

nozzle

to foot.
latch to lock position.

BRUSHES: How to Change and Clean

C
D

Your cleaner is equipped with removable brushes.
Follow these directions for changing brush
assemblies or for easy cleaning.

HOWto Remove
1. To prevent possible leaking, remove Clean
Water Tank and Dirty Water Tank.

How to Replace

2. With handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back
until handle rests on the floor.

1. Align posts (A) on both ends of brush assembly
with slots (B) in cleaner housing (Fig. 44).

3. Grab brush assembly and pull firmly (Fig. 44).

2. Make sure that the hexagonal post (C) also
aligns with the hexagonal hole (D). Turn
brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole.

4. The brushes can be cleaned under running water.

3. Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place.
15

Actual model may vary from images shown.

STORAGE

LUBRICATION

Before storing:
• Empty Clean Water Tank and let air dry.
Replace on cleaner.
• Empty
Dirty Water Tank, rinse tank and
thoroughly with clean water and let air dry.

The motor is equipped with bearings that contain
sufficient
lubrication
for the life of the motor.
The addition of lubricant could cause damage.
Therefore,
do not add lubricant
to motor

lid

bearings.

Allow brushes and underside of carpet cleaner
to air dry thoroughly
before storing
carpet
cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface.

To obtain approved Hoover _ service and genuine Hoover _ parts, locate the nearest Authorized
Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by:
• Checking the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum Cleaners" or "Household".
• Visit our website at hoover.com (U.S. Customers) or hoover.ca (Canadian customers).
Follow the service center link to find the service outlet nearest you.
• For an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations call 1-800-944-9200.
Do not send your vacuum to Hoover% Inc., Company

in Glenwillow

for service.

Hoover _

This will only result in delay.

If you need further assistance:
To speak with a customer service representative
call 1-800-944-9200;
Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST. In Canada,
contact Hoover ® Canada, Toronto: 755 Progress Ave., Scarborough,
ON M 1H 2W7 OR Hoover _; Canada,
Edmonton: 18t29-111 Ave., Edmonton, AB T5W 2P2, Phone: 1-800-944-9200,
Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.
Always identify your vacuum by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts.
(The model number appears on the bottom of the vacuum.)
PLEASE

Actual

DO NOT RETURN

model

THIS PRODUCT

may vary from images

shown.

TO THE STORE.

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the
checklist below.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take
it to a service center prior to continuing use.

WARNING,&
To reduce risk of personal injury - Unplug before cleaning or servicing.

PROBLEM
Cleaner

won't

POSSIBLECAUSE

POSSIBLE
SOLUTION

2. No voltage

2. Check fuse or breaker

run.
in wall plug.

in home.

4. Fuse in cleaner blown.

4. Take to service center.

2. Blockage In tool on end of
hose.

2. Remove

4. Dirty Water Tank Debris Filter
Clogged.

4. See "How to Clean"

page 5.

6. Replace Recovoery
on page 9.

Tank as per instructions

Low suction.

tool and clear blockage.

kay:
i:
6. Recovery
secured.
Hose nozzle stops
spraying liquid
during use.
Hose nozzle will
not spray after

Tank not properly

tor

i
:;

1. Air is trapped
and hose.

in the pump

1. Turn on the cleaner. If hose does not spray,
prime the pump by lowering the hose down to

filling the Clean
Water Tank or
Detergent
tainer.

the floor and hold the trigger for up to 1 minute.

Con-

Hose nozzle will
not spray after
priming pump.
Clean water won't
dispense.

Solution

Water

Tank not firmly

1. Mode knob is in "Rinse
Mode".

won't

dispense
Brushes

1. Clean
_n place.

1. Make sure
?osition.

tank is securely

locked

1. Turn Knob to "Wash".

won't

rotate during
cleaning.

floor

Actual model

may vary from images

shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock due to internal component
Hoover _ cleaning products intended for use with the appliance as noted below.

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Hoovere Power
Scrub Deluxe

use only

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Clean
Plus 2x

Pet
Plus 2x

Pro
Plus 2x

32oz/64oz

damage,

For optimal performance
use Hoover ® brand
detergents, wipes, and
spot cleaners available at
Hoover.corn
and retailers nationwide.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
(Domestic Use)

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
When used and maintained in normal household
use and in accordance with the Owner's Manual,
your HOOVER® product is warranted against
original defects in material and workmanship for a
full two year from date of purchase (the "Warranty
Period"). During the Warranty Period, Hoover®will
provide labor and parts, at no cost to you, to
correct any such defect in products purchased in
the United States, U.S. Military Exchanges and
Canada.

calls. However, if you mail your product to a
HooveP Sales and Service Center for warranty
service, cost of shipping will be paid one way.
This warranty
does
not apply
to products
purchased outside the United States, including its
territories and possessions,
outside a U.S. Military
Exchange and outside of Canada. This warranty
does not cover products purchased from a party
that is not an authorized
retailer, dealer, or
distributor
OTHER

HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM
If this product is not as warranted, take or send
the product to either a Hoover_;Sales and Service
Center or Hoove¢_ Authorized Warranty Service
Dealer along with proof of purchase. For an
automated referral to authorized service outlets in
the U.S.A., phone: 1-800-944-9200 OR visit
Hoover®online at www.hoover.com. For additional

of Hoove#;

products.

IMPORTANT

TERMS

This Warranty is not transferable
and may not be
assigned. This Warranty shall be governed and
construed under the laws of the state of Ohio. The
Warranty Period
replacement
or
Warranty.

will not be extended
by any
repair performed
under this

THIS
WARRANTY
IS
THE
EXCLUSIVE
WARRANTY
AND REMEDY
PROVIDED
BY
HOOVER _. ALL
OTHER
WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED
OR
IMPLIED,
INCLUDING
WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR
FITNESS
FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE,
ARE
DISCLAIMED.
IN NO EVENT WILL HOOVER <_;

assistance or information concerning
this
Warranty or the availability of warranty service
outlets, phone the Hoover_ Consumer Response
Center,
Phone
1-800-944-9200,
Mon-Fri
8am-7pm EST. In Canada, contact Hoover®
Canada, Carson Building, 100 Carson St.,
Etobicoke, Ontario M8W 3R9, Phone: 1-800-9449200, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.

BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES
OF ANY KIND OR NATURE TO OWNER
OR
ANY PARTY CLAIMING
THROUGH
OWNER,
WHETHER
BASED
IN
CONTRACT,
NEGLIGENCE,
TORT OR STRICT PRODUCTS
LIABILITY
OR ARISING
FROM ANY CAUSE
WHATSOEVER.
Some states do not allow the

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
This Warranty does not cover: use of the product
in a commercial operation (such as maid, janitorial
and equipment rental services), improper
maintenance of the product, damage due to
misuse, acts of God, nature, vandalism or other
acts beyond the control of Hoover_, owner's acts
or omissions, use outside the country in which the
product was initially purchased and resales of the
product by the original owner. This warranty does
not cover pick up, delivery, transportation or house

exclusion
of consequential
damages,
so the
above exclusion may not apply to you.
This
warranty gives you specific rights; you may also
have others that vary from state to state.

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