Hoover 56518114 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual
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1. 2 With foam strip A located under the netting in position as shown place attachment on front of nozzle B Make sure arrow on end of attachment points in the direction as shown DAA 3 Push attachment against nozzie while rotating attachment downward until both ends snap into place Note Some force may be required to rotate and snap attachment into place 4 Return deep cleaner to upright posi tion Lower handle and replace recovery tank 5 Raise handle to upright position and reposition clean solution tank To clean floor Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 Do not use the deep cleaner on hard wood floors 1 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Bare Floor Cleaner according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 Do not use any type of wax with your deep cleaner 2 Move speed selector to the Lo or HI position for scrubbing or OFF if scrubbing is not desired 3 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 4 Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position turn deep cleaner ON 5 To release solution press trigger Slowly move deep cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned 6 To pick up dirty solution release trig ger and siowly move deep cleaner over area where solution has just been dis persed Use both forward and reverse strokes 7 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitche2. HOOVER SteamVac Widepath The Easy to Use Deep Cleaner Congratulations on your purchase SteamVac Widepath cleaners have 6 rotating brushes that deep clean carpets and scrub bare floors LS MODEL SteamVac Widepath Deep Cleaner cleans carpet fibers by applying hot tap water and cleaning solution www hoover com 56518114 Fill in and Retain This HOOVER deep cleaner is designed for deep cleaning carpet rugs carpeted stairs and upholstery The model and serial numbers are located on the data label on the back of the handle For your personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial numbers in the spaces provided and retain this information Your deep cleaner is model and has serial number It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your Hoover product Index Important safeguards 2 Assembly 0 2022 4 5 Carton contents 3 How to use 02 eee 6 8 Agitator speed selector 7 Automatic shut off 7 Deep cleaner description 6 Emptying the recovery tank 8 Filling the clean solution tank 7 8 How to clean After cleaning 9 Before you begin 55 9 Carpet cleaning 10 Cleaning bare floors 10 11 Clean Surge Feature 10 Picking up spills 10 U
3. Using your thumb push forward and up on the latch D to remove tool as shown Before using tool le may be necessary to remove air from the system prime the pump so the clean solution will flow to the tool Follow these steps 1 Attach toot to hose and turn the deep cleaner ON 2 Put the tool on a hard surface or against your hand to block off the suc tion 3 Wait a few seconds can take up to 15 seconds Then squeeze the trigger and begin cleaning Follow the instructions on pages 12 13 for the appropriate cleaning task Attaching scrub module 1 Open the tool door and remove the powered hand tool 2 Grasp the sides of the brush module and lift it fram the base E 3 Pull scrub module from deep cleaner and snap it onto the base Note It may be necessary to rotate the scrub module F slightiy so It will align properly to the base Using the scrub tool With a little solution test the scrub tool on a hidden area before using on the desired surface If no surface change is visible continue to use as described below 1 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Bare Floor Cieaner according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 2 Hota scrub tool above area to be cleaned and press trigger to dispense solution 3 Release trigger and scrub area with tool Pick up dirty solution with squeegee as shown included with some models Continued 1 After using scrub tool To clea
4. code Use your HOOVER SteamVac Widepath deep cleaner only If the upholstery fabric is marked with a W for wet clean or S W for solvent dry or wet clean Do not clean fabric marked S solvent dry clean only If your upholstery does nat have a code seek professional assis tance c Test for colorfastness Mix detergent and water according to the Instructions under Fill clean solution tank Figs 2 8 to 2 14 Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution In a small hidden area gertly rub the surface with the dampened cloth Wait ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth f sur face has more than one color check all col ors d When cleaning entire floor move furniture out of area to be cleaned may not be necessary if only high traffic areas are to be cleaned For furniture too heavy to move place aluminum foil or wax paper under legs This will pre vent wood finishes from staining carpet Pin up furniture skirts and draperies e Pretreat spots and heavy traffic areas with HOOVER PreCleaner Test PreCieaner for colorfastness by first spraying it on a hidden area wait ten minutes and biot with white paper towels or cloth If no color change Is visible spray PreCleaner onto spots and traffic areas Wait at least ten minutes Use your SteamVac Widepath deep cleaner to pick up PreCieaner and spot Repeat until
5. some models Slide rack down into place Insert screw at E and tighten with a Philips screw driver Press cord into cord clip on back of handle Puil cord tight and wrap cord around hooks A2 Slide crevice tool H into holder some models only Position stair uphoistery nozzle in holder at base of cleaner and snap it into place as shown at arrow To remove powered hand tool I pull it down and outward To reposition the tool reverse this proce dure To remove the scrub module J grasp it atthe sides and pull it forward To reposition module fit tabs in the stor age area into holes on back of module Push module to snap it securely into position included with some models storage on LS model only Storing hose amp tools Store hose on holder by first positioning hose in front section of clip Insert end of bare floor attachment some models only into hoider and snap into clip as shown How to reattach tool cover The tool cover is designed with a break away feature which allows it to snap free if itis pushed open too far To reattach align hinges of cover with holes on sides of tool storage area Powered hand tool lt m b Ter Si S IS LL Continue wrapping hose under tower hook F Snap hose end fully into hold Ensure that the hose end is pushed down completely into holder G The powered hand tool is shipped ina plastic bag fo
6. spot is removed carefully scrub with a house hold scrub brush if necessary Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with PreCleaner If you do not have access to the PreCleaner Spray double the amount of HOOVER Detergent use 2 capfuls or 10 oz per 1 gallon in the clean solution tank No cleaning solution removes all stains from all carpets Stain removal varies with the type of spill time elapsed before removal carpet material and carpet type f To prevent staining use plastic or alu minum foil to protect wood or metal sur faces from possible water spray g To avoid wetting and possible damage to wood floors underneath area rugs car pet either move area rugs carpet to a non wood bare floor surface or place waterproof material e g plastic underneath them before cleaning Available at additional cost if not included with your model See pages 10 13 for instructions on various cleaning tasks After cleaning a Allow carpet or upholstery to dry To help prevent matting and resoiling the carpet keep children and pets away from surface until it is completely dry If it is necessary to walk on damp car pet place towels or white cloths on the traffic areas If furniture must be replaced before the carpet is dry place plastic or aluminum foil under legs of furniture so metal slides or wood finishes will not stain the carpet b lf desired the carpet may be rinsed Rinsing is not necessary for cl
7. water Turn deep cleaner ON ana pickup the water with the tool 7 Pre spray the carpeted stair by hold ing the tool A or B about one inch above the carpet and push it forward while pressing the trigger equals one wet stroke 8 Position toot 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 a T 3 Drain hose by turning deep cleaner ON and holding end of hose up for sev eral seconds Da not press trigger 4 Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet 5 Drain solution tube located inside hose by pointing end of hose in sink and pressing trigger 6 Proceed with steps c d and e for After cleaning on page 9 9 Litt tool and position it against riser Pull tooi Slowly over carpet without pressing trigger dry stroke tis best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above End with more ary strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet 10 Overlap strokes by 1 2 inch to help prevent streaking To avoid saturating carpet do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area Always end with dry strokes If additional cleaning is necessary wait until the carpet is completely dry before using the tool again 11 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2
8. 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on page 9 and After using tool instructions on page 12 Cieaning upholstery Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 Be sure to check the cleaning code on your upholstery Use your deep cleaner only on upholstery marked W or WIS 1 Place handie in upright position Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position 2 Fii clean solution tank with HOOVER Carpet Upnoistery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2a 8 to 2 14 3 Attach tool to end of hose Do not point tools toward people or pets 4 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 5 Turn deep cleaner ON Ir necessary refer to Before using tool section to remove air from the system 6 Genuy press the tool onto the fabric Press the trigger and slowly pull the noz zie over the fabric 7 Overlap strokes by 1 2 inch to help prevent streaking Make additional strokes without pressing the trigger to remove more moisture 8 To clean in corners or creases lift the tool one half inch from the fabric and press the solution trigger The crevice tool included in some models is very useful for this task 8 Vacuum up the solution with the tool without pressing the trigger 10 For heavily soiled areas it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process Make crisscrossing strokes to the
9. as 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 Unplug before connecting the powered hand tool Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the deep cleaner Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not use with damaged cord or plug If appliance is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Glose 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 pre
10. 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 Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty ser vice outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service 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 lf further assistance Is needed or if there are questions concerning this war ranty or the availability of warranty ser vice outlets write or phone the Consumer Response Center The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 1 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 1 800 263 6376 15
11. d and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2 6 8 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on pages 9 10 Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet anc remove attachment from nozzle Rinse it in clear water Do not remove plastic screen or foam from attachment available at additional cost if not includ ed with your model Using the tools Your model includes some combination of the following tools A Powered hand tool nas rotating brushes for extra scrubbing action on small carpet areas carpeted stairs and upholstery For some models the brushes can be removed for converting to the scrub module B Stairfupholstery nozzle nas a built in brush to help provide the scrubbing action some spats may need for removal C Scrub module with detachable scrub pad attaches to the base of the powered hand tool in place of brush module Can be used to scrub stubborn areas such as scuff marks dried spills and in hard to reach areas on hard sur faces D Crevice tool can be used to clean along edges of carpet Carpeted stairs and on upholstery x some models How to attach tools Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Place handle in upright position and remove hose from rack All tools attach to the hose in the same manner 2 Connect tool to hose by sliding it onto connector unti the tab C locks it securely
12. e in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it wili not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This appliance is for use on a nominali 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the piug illustrated in sketch A A temporary adapter D may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacie E if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet B can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like F extending from the adapter must be connected to a perma nent ground G such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw NOTE In Canada the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code 1 Assembly Carton contents Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown Remove and dispose of the packing Deep cleaner wp scrub module Bolts 2 Nuts 3 one extra included Bare Floor Cleaner PreCleaner Spray Bare floor attachment rammon Upper handle with powered hand tool OR Upper handle with powered hand tool and Carpet Upholstery Detergent some have 2 bottles 1 Hose holder J Crevice tool K Nozzle cleanout tool Contained in carton w
13. eaner off and empty recovery tank before continuing use Check clean solution tank also it may need to be refilled Do not use without float and float retainer in place If broken or dis lodged take to an Authorized Hoover Service Center or Dealer for repair Brush speed selector Your SteamVac deep cleaner has three agitator brush settings HI for normal cleaning of carpet and bare floors LO for gentile cleaning of carpets and bare floors OFF for cleaning carpets and bare floors when brushing is not desired Such as when picking up liquid spills See page 10 Slide selector button to the desired set ting before cleaning The tanks Clean solution tank upper tank The clean solution tank holds the clean ing solution that is to be dispersed onto the surface to be cleaned How to fill Disconnect deep cleaner from electrical outlet Place deep cleaner handle in the upright locked position To remove tank press down on tank handie and pull forward Carry tank to a sink Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and lift up to remove cap For heavy traffic areas Pre treat with HOOVER PreCleaner Spray If you do not have access to the PreCleaner Spray double the amount of HOOVER Detergent use 2 capfuls or 10 ounces per 1 gallon tank Available at additional cost if not included with your model 5 OUNCES 150 ml Turn cap A upside down to serve as a measuring c
14. eaning but it may improve the surface s appear ance after itis dry lf rinsing is desired be careful not to over wet the carpet or uphoistery Allow time for carpet or upholstery to dry completely between cleaning and rinsing To rinse follow the same proce dure for cleaning only using hot tap water with no detergent in the upper clean solution tank c Empty tanks rinse with clear water and let air dry Rinse the solution tank cap and recovery tank lid and let alr dry d Remove lint from filter screen located inside recavery tank e Remove lint from filter screen located on bottom of cleaner as follows Note When brushes seem to be rotating slowly disconnect deep cleaner from electical outlet and check and clean this screen Tit cleaner back so handie rests on floor Squeeze frame lift and pull it out Wipe off screen and push frame back into place Return cleaner to upright position f If desired vacuum thoroughly after carpet has completely dried This will help reduce any shading left by the deep cleaner s brushes To clean nozzle IF tint 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 the water with your deep clean er Repeat as necessary unti debris is flushed out of nozzle Some models have a nozzle clean out tool for removing debris
15. elp pre vent streaking Keep nozzle flat an floor for both for ward and reverse strokes 8 For heavily soiled areas repeat steps 5 7 Avoid saturating carpet as noted below 9 For particularly soiled carpet or spots use the Clean Surge button see following section Avoid saturating carpet as noted below Note To avoid saturating carpet do not use more than 4 wet strokes over one area Always end with dry strokes lt is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above For best cleaning results and to aid in faster drying of carpet end with more dry strokes Continue using dry strokes until litte water is visible passing through the recovery tank lia Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on pages 9 Ciean Surge Button some models The Clean Surge button can be used to dispense extra solution when cleaning particularly soiled areas of carpet or spots To use press Clean Surge button while squeezing solution trigger For normal solution spray release button and contin ue to squeeze solution trigger Picking up spills Your deep cleaner may also be used to pick up Small liquid spills 4 gallon or less never to exceed 1 4 inch in depth on carpet upholstery or bare floors 1 For best results pick u
16. ith hose L Hose M Stair upholstery nozzle N Tool holder and screw taped on rack under nozzle Included with some models The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing LS model shown Attach hose holder Position hose holder B onto handle by matching tabs on rack with openings on back of handle Make sure holes for bolts are aligned Replace clean solution tank upper tank by positioning bottom first Press on tank handle to snap top of tank into piace 4 Assemble handle Attach upper handle Remove clean solution tank upper tank from deep cleaner Piace nuts in recessed areas on back of handle Hold each nut in place while tightening each bolt securely from the front of the handie with a Phillips screw driver Only two nuts are needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience Attach tool holder Remove tool and taped screw from holder Insert projections on holder into siots on back of cleaner With hase hook A1 and cord hook A2 to back of deep cleaner push upper handie down onto lower handie Push bolts into holes on front of handle If bolts will not go through hole easily handle is not pushed completely down When handle sections are completely together squeeze trigger C and depress Clean Surge Button D on upper handle You will hear a snap when the trig ger rod is in place
17. k Set tanks aside Press handle release pedal to lower handie Turn cleaner aver so bottom is facing up Grasp inner portion of brush A and pull brush assembly out slightly to reveal latches B 13 Press both latches B and pull brush block out The brushes can be cleaned under running water To replace brushes Align posts C on both ends of brush assembly with slots D in cleaner hous ing Make sure that the square post E also aligns with the square hole F Turn brushes slightly unti post fits easily into hole Press brush firmly to snap into place Stora ge 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 for ward and back several times to expel any solution remaining in the deep cleaner s system Do not use deep cleaner on wood floors id 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 14 4 If you have a problem lf a minor problem occ
18. move clean solution tank Fig 2 8 by pressing Replace cap Rotate cap clockwise Position bottom of tank Into unit and d nmon tank hahalsana piling Tot until it locks in place Ca st be press z s i rae p a a h a alia press on tank handle to snap tank into ward set tank aside do not set tank p POPUP place on furniture mance and to prevent leaking Step on handle release pedal Fig 2 2 and lower handle until it rests on the floor For full suction it is important that the recovery tank lid is properly secured before cleaning UNLOCK Raise tank handie to carrying position to place it into base of deep cleaner Move handle completely forward to lock tank into place see Fig 2 15 Raise handie of deep cleaner to upright position and reposition upper clean Raise handle to carrying position To remove tank lid lower handle com solution tank straight up to unlock tank from base of pletely toward back of tank and lift off deep cleaner Litt tank from deep ciean lid erand carfy itto a sini on drain Empty the tank and reposition the lid 3 How to clean Before you begin cleaning a Vacuum thoroughly For carpet use a HOOVER vacuum cleaner with an agi tator 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
19. n scrub pad pull it off module Wash it in water with mild detergent Rinse and let air dry Pad must be campletely dry before reat taching to module and storing on deep cleaner Replacement pads may also be pur chased Ask for HOOVER part no 40308001 To store scub module remove scrub module from tool in same manner as removing the brush module Align openings on back of module with tabs in storage area G Push module inte position Cieaning carpeted stairs Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 1 Place handle in upright position Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position 2 Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER Carpet Upnotstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 3 Attach tool to end of hose 4 Hose length may require that machine be piaced at the top of the stairs to clean upper half of stairway and at bot tom of stairs to clean lower half To prevent machine from falling use extra caution when cleaning on stairs Do not place deep cleaner on stairs Do not point tools toward people or pets 5 Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet 6 Turn deep cleaner ON F necessary refer to Before using too section to remove air from the system 12 After using tool 1 Fotlow steps a and b for After clean ing on page 9 2 Rinse tool and hose by filling sink with a small amount of
20. or if a non car peted floor is not avaliable To use the tool Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet Slide tool into nozzle and remove debris as shown 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 prod ucts to clean the machine Carpet Cieaning Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 9 1 Fill clean solution tank upper tank with HOOVER Carpet Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs 2 8 to 2 14 2 Move speed selector to LO for gen tle cleaning or Hi for normal cleaning 3 Dry hands and plug cord into a prop erly grounded outlet Do not clean over floor electrical out lets 4 To avoid walking on damp carpet start at the end of the room farthest from the door or path to sink where tanks will be emptied and filled Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position turn deep cleaner ON 5 Squeeze trigger to release cleaning solution and Slowly push deep cleaner forward equals one wet stroke 6 Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly puil deep cleaner back toward you second wet stroke Release trigger and siowly push deep cieaner forward aver area just sprayed with solution ary stroke Then slowly pull deep cleaner back toward you without squeezing trig ger ary stroke 7 Overlap strokes by 1 inch to h
21. origina pattern overlap each pass Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one area to prevent over wetting and damage to fabric IF additional cleaning is necessary wait until the upholstery is completely dry before using the tool again 11 Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off Fig 2 6 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on page 9 and After using tool instructions on page 12 4 Maintenance Headlight replacement What to buy The deep cleaner uses a 7 volt wedge base type bulb HOOVER part no 27313106 Where to buy Bulbs may be purchased from autho rized Hoover dealers Depot Hoover Factory Service Centers or through The Hoover Company online at www hoovercom How to replace Turn cleaner off and with dry hands disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the screw as shown and lift off lens 2 Puli old bulb straight out of socket 3 Push new bulb straight into socket until locked into place Excessive force is not required Reposition lens and secure with screw Removable brushes Your deep cleaner is equipped with removable brushes for easy cleaning To remove brushes Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet To prevent possible leaking remove clean solution tank and recovery tan
22. p spills imme diately by placing the stair upholstery nezzile just above the spill and suction up any residue on top of the carpet 2 If the spill remains place either the stair upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle with brushes turned OFF in front of the spill pull the nozzle very slowly over the spill initially with suction only Repeat with spray anc suction When picking up spills on bare floors use only the floor nozzle with the bare floor attachment some models in place and speed selector in the OFF position this will help prevent spreading the spill lfa spot is left the stairfuphoistery nozzle is generally more effective for removing it Athough no cleaning solution can com pletely remove ali spots they can be treat ed by following the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the carpet uphol stery or bare floor surface being cleaned Do not use the deep cleaner to pick up flammabie or combustible liquids or chemicals When finished follow After cleaning instructions on pages g Cieaning bare floors How to attach bare floor attachment some models Disconnect deep cleaner from electri cal outlet To prevent possible leaking remove clean solution tank Fig 2 8 ana recov ery tank Fig 2 15 before positioning bare floor attachment Set tanks aside do not set tank an furni ture 1 With handie in upright position tiit cleaner back so that handle rests on the floor 10
23. pot by checking the Yellow Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Househoid 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 hoover com Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service this will only result in delay lf 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 COM plete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner Fuil One Year Warra nty Domestic Use Your HOOVER appliance is warranted in nermal household use in accordance with the Owner s Manuat against original defects in material and warkmanship 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 con dition during the warranted period This warranty applies when the appliance Is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased else where are
24. r protection Remove the bag before using the tool by first open ing toot door Deep Cleaner Description LS model shown solution Operate deep cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner Plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet ON OFF pedal amp Handle release pedal Step on pedal A to turn deep cleaner on Step on pedal again to turn deep cleaner off Step on pedal B to lower handle to operating position Handie does not lock into a single position but floats to allow convenient operation The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing 1 Hand grip 16 Brush speed selector 2 Solution trigger press to slide selector to set brush release clean solution speed on HI LO or OFF 3 Clean Surge button 17 Hood 4 Hose 18 Headlight on both sides of 5 Hose holder wrap hose the hood around holder and top hose 19 Edge bristles on both sides hook 6 for storage of the hood for cleaning 6 Hose hook close te edges of carpet 7 Cord hooks wrap cord 20 Nozzle around hooks for storage 21 Cleaning mode indicator The top hook can be rotated shows either floor or tool right or left for quick and usage easy cord release 22 ON OFF pedal 8 Scrub module 23 Handle release pedal step 9 Powered hand tool on pedal to lower handle to 10 Carrying handle operating floor position 11 Clean solution tank handle 24 Stair upholstery nozzle 12 Clean solution
25. sent 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 Grounding Instructions A B P C This appliance must be grounded Ir it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resis tance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equip ment grounding conductor C and grounding plug A The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet B that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances DANGER Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a gual ified electrician or service person if you ar
26. sing the tools 11 Attaching tools 11 Cleaning carpeted stairs 12 Cleaning upholstery 13 Scrub module s ur t1 Maintenance Headlight replacement 13 lf you have a problem 14 Lubrication 14 Service 2 2 cece eee cence 15 Storage cece cece eee 14 Warranty 0 02 eee eee 16 ORS 1993 1999 2001 The Hoover Company www hoover com 2 Owner s Manual ENGLISH gt pp 1 15 ESPANOL gt pag 16 25 FRANCAIS gt p 26 34 Review this manual before operating deep cleaner WARNING Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precaution including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLI 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 h
27. tank cap 25 Crevice tool measuring cup 26 Bare floor attachment 13 Clean solution tank holds cleaning solution Included with some models 14 Recovery tank handle This deep cleaner is intended raise handle to unlock tank for household use for removal lower handle forward to lock tank into position 15 Recovery tank holds diny Cleaning mode indicator Indicator will show a green window next to FLOOR C when handie is in the operating position for cleaning carpet rugs and bare floors Indicator will show a green window next to TOOL D when nandle is in the upright position for tool use on stairs upholstery etc Deep cleaner automatically diverts suction from FLOOR to TOOL when handle is raised from the operating to the upright position To transport To move your deep cleaner from room to room put handie in upright and locked position tit deep cleaner back on wheels and push forward The deep cleaner may also be lifted by Placing a hand under the upper clean solution tank handle 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 yellow float disk will rise to the top of the recovery tank tid 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 cl
28. up Using cap measure detergent following the chart below For carpet carpeted stairs and uphol stery Fit cap to fill line 6 ounces with HOOVER Carpet Upholstery Detergent For bare floors Fit cap to fill line 5 ounces with HOOVER Bare Floor Cleaner Do not use Bare Fioor Cleaner on carpet or upholstery Do not use any type of wax with your SteamVac Widepath deep cleaner Continued gt 7 NOTE Use only HOOVER detergents They are specially formulated for use with your SteamVac deep cleaner CAUTION Detergents contain Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants Avoid contact with eyes and skin In case of contact with eyes flush with cold water for 15 minutes In case of contact with skin wash with water If Irritation persists call a physician For Medical Information U S call 1 800 752 7869 Pour detergent into tank Fill tank to Ir rubber ring C on cap has become fill line B 1 gallon with hot tap dislodged reposition it with uneven water side against ledge D as shown To assure proper performance US only HOOVER cleaning detergent Recovery tank lower tank The recovery tank holds the dirty solu tion that is picked up from the carpet When the recovery tank is full the auto matic shut off will engage see page 7 and the tank must be emptied How to em pty Turn deep cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet To prevent possible leaking re
29. urs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below Problem Machine won t run Possible cause Possible solution Not firmly plugged in Plug unit in firmly No voltage in wall plug Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse tripped breaker a Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Low suction Possible cause Possible solution Recovery tank full automatic shut off engaged Remove and empty recovery tank Blockage in tool on end of hose e Remove too and clear blockage Recovery tank lid not on correctly e Make sure lid is on securely Problem Clean solution won t dispense Possible cause Possible solution e Solution tank not firmly in place Make sure tank is securely locked in position Solution tank empty e Refil tank according to instructions for surface being cleaned e Recovery tank lid not on correctly e Make sure lid is firmly in place Pump needs to be primed when using tool See Before using tool section p 11 Problem Brushes won t rotate during floor cleaning Possible cause Possible solution Dirty filter screen on bottom of unit Ciean screen as shown in Fig 3 2 Speed selector on OFF Move speed selector ta Low or Hi Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER pants locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer De
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