Troubleshooting - Hoover SCB1500 SteamJet User Manual

Refreshing carpets
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the cleaner and press the steam release trigger to
release any remaining steam pressure before adding water or changing a textile
pad or accessory tool.
1. Place the floor head onto the floor cloth. [14]
2. Lift the levers on either side of the floor head to secure each end of the floor cloth
in place. [15]
3. Repeat steps 2-7 as detailed above.
ACCESSORIES
1. Ensure the handle safety latch is locked. [6]
2. To attach the concentration nozzle push onto the handle/extension tube until it
clicks in place. [16]
3. Push the desired small tool onto the concentration tool aligning the arrows. [17]
4. Twist clockwise to secure in place. [17]
5. Plug the steam cleaner into the main power and switch on. The red ON light will
illuminate. [9]
6. After a few seconds the green Steam Ready light will illuminate indicating the
cleaner is ready for use. [10]
7. Release the steam handle safety latch. [11]
8. To produce steam press the Steam Trigger Button. [12]
9. If necessary adjust the variable steam dial to adjust pressure. [13]
NOTE: The concentration tool must be attached before fitting any other small tools.
Concentration Nozzle Use on heavily soiled areas such as showers, kitchens. [18]
Window Squeegee Use on windows and mirrors for a smear free clean. [19]
Upholstery Tool
Use the upholstery cloth over the window tool for use on sofas
and chair fabrics. [20]
Large Round Brush Use on stubborn grease and grime. [21]
Metal Brush For oven grills and racks. [22]
Angled Nozzle For hard to reach areas such as taps etc. [23]
SCRAPER TOOL Ideal for dried residue in ovens or defrosting freezers. [24]
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE CLEANER WHEN AddING WATER,
CHANGING A TExTILE PAd OR ACCESSORY TOOL.
CLEANER MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS ENSURE THE CLEANER HAS FULLY COOLEd dOWN
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE TASKS.
Empty the water tank
1. Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.
Hold the steam trigger down to release any remaining steam pressure. [12]
2.
Put the steam handle safety latch on. [6]
3.
4. Remove the clean water lid by pushing down and turning anti-clockwise. [7]
5. Lift the cleaner and empty any remaining water. [25]
Removing and cleaning the textile pad
1. Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.
2. Remove the cleaning cloths from floor head or window tool.
3. Wash the cleaning cloths by hand or machine with a mild detergent at max
temperature 30°C.
IMPORTANT: Do not use bleach or fabric softener when washing the textile pad.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Should you have a problem with the product, complete this simple user checklist before
calling your local HOOVER service.
The steam cleaner will not switch on.
• Check the unit is plugged in.
• Check the power cord
The product is not producing steam.
• Check the unit is switched on.
• There may be no water in the water tank.
• The safety latch may be locked. If so unlock the safety latch.
• The water is not at the correct temperature. The green light will illuminate when ready.
• If the unit is producing a small amount of steam, check the variable steam dial and
adjust to the max.
The cleaner is taking a long time to heat up.
• If you live in a hard water area the water tank may have become blocked. The unit
will have to be descaled.
The cleaning cloth won't pick up dirt.
• The cleaning pad may already be saturated with dirt and needs to be washed.
Refer to the Maintenance section.
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