Important Safeguards; Unpacking; Before Using This Appliance; Questions Or Concerns - Hoover SteamVac F5851 Owner's Manual

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When using an electrical appliance, always follow
basic precautions, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric
= Use indoors only. shock, or injury:
* 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 Instruc-
tions".
. Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
, Do not use without tanks in place.
o 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 instruc-
tions. 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 3owire 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.
o Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the
deep cleaner.
o Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord. Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
o 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.
o 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 stair/upholstery tool toward people or pets.
° Use only commercially available floor cleaners intended for machine
application. Do not use any type of wax with deep cleaner.
o 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 gaso-
line or use in areas where they may be present.
° Do not pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any other
toxic material with this appliance.
° Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
° Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the deep cleaner. They may
damage the machine.
. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away
from openings and moving parts. Do not operate deep cleaner in bare
feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals.
° 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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Questions or Concerns?
The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any
concerns about your cleaner or questions regard-
ing its use. Look on the list provided with the
product for your local Hoover Factory Service
Center or in the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum
Cleaners - Household" for the nearest Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) or call:
1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral
of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) or
1-330-499-9499 (U.S.) and 1-800-263-6376
(Canada) to speak with a Hoover representative.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
TO THE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH
CANTON FOR SERVICE.
Unpacking
Unpack deep cleaner from the carton and
identify the parts shown. Remove and dispose
of the cardboard packing and tape securing
rotating brushes for shipping purposes only.
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A. Deep cleaner
B. Upper handle with hose/nozzle rack
C. Bolts (2)
D. Nuts (3 - one extra included)
E. Carpet/Upholstery Detergent +
F. Bare Floor Cleaner * *
G. PreCleaner *
H. Bare floor attachment *
I. Hose
J. Stair/upholstery nozzle
K. Lower hose hook and screw
L. Nozzle clean-out tool *
*included with some models
*Some models come with 2 bottles
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