Picking Up Spills; Storage; Lubrication; Service - Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Owner's Manual

Picking Up Spills

The HOOVER 'SteamVac' spotter/carpet cleaner may be used to pick up small liquid spills (1 gallon or less,
never to exceed 1/4 inch in depth) on carpet.
Place floor nozzle with brushes turned to Spill Pick Up in front of the spill. Pull the nozzle very slowly over the
spill initially with suction only. Repeat with spray and suction.
Although no cleaning solution can completely remove all spots, they can be treated by following the
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the carpet being cleaned.
Do not use the cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals.
When finished cleaning, follow "After cleaning" instructions.

Storage

Before storing:
times to expel any solution remaining in the cleaner's system. (Do not use cleaner on wood floors.)
Allow brushes and underside of cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface.
Do not store cleaner with a full solution tank in place.

Lubrication

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 bearings.
The agitator brushroll is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated periodically by an Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer.

Service

To obtain approved Hoover® service and genuine Hoover® parts, locate the nearest Authorized Hoover® Warranty Service
Dealer (Depot) by:
Follow the service center link to find the service outlet nearest you.
Do not send your cleaner to Hoover , Inc., in Glenwillow for service. This will only result in delay.
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If you need further assistance: To speak with a customer service representative call1-800-263-6376; Mon-Fri 8am-
7pm EST. In Canada, contact Hoover® Canada, Carson Building: 100 Carson St: Etobicoke, ON: M8W3R9: Phone:
1-800-263-6376, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.
Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts. (The model
number appears on the back of the cleaner.) Please do not return this product to the store.

3. TROUBLESHOOTING

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON
Cleaner won't run 1. Power Cord not firmly plugged into outlet. 1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. No voltage in plug.
3. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.
Suction is low 1. Recovery tank lid not on correctly.
2. Recovery tank full/automatic shut-off
engaged.
Clean solution won't 1. Solution tank not firmly in place.
dispense
2. Solution tank is empty.
3. Recovery tank lid not on correctly.
Brushes/brush 1. Indicator screen is dirty.
indicator won't rotate
during floor cleaning
2. Speed selector is on Spill Pick Up
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
2. Check fuse or breaker.
3. Check fuse/breaker in home. Replace fuse/reset
breaker
1. Make sure lid is on securely.
2. Remove and empty recovery tank.
1. Make sure tank is securely locked in position.
2. Refill tank according to instructions for surface
being cleaned.
3. Make sure lid is firmly in place.
1. Remove clear cover over indicator and clean
screen. Replace cover..
2. Move speed selector to Gentle Scrub or Power
Scrub
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