Hoover Deluxe Steamer User manual

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Hand/Mop Steam Cleaner
This cbaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being
shipped from the factory, If you should happen to need assistance
during assembly or operation,
Visit us online at www,hoover.com to find the service outbt
nearest you (cJick on the "Service" button) or
Call 1o800o944o9200 for automated referral of authorized
service outbt locations (U.S. only) or
Call I=330-499=9499 to speak with a representative in our
Consumer Response Center.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THiS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Review this manua| befere
operating steam c|eanero
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The mode[ and serial number are located on the bottom of the steam cleaner.
For your persona[ records, please enter the COMPLETE mode[ and serial number
[n the spaces provided and retain this information.
Your cleaner [s mode[
and has serial number
[t [s 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.
Carton Contents .................................. 3
Cleaner Descriptions ......................... 3
How to Use ...................................... 4-7
[f You Have a Problem ....................... 8
Important Safeguards ........................ 2
Maintenance
Storage ........................................... 7
Nozzle cleaning pin ....................... 7
Calcium fimter ............................... 7°8
Warranty ............................................... 9
© 2003 The Hoover Company
www.hoover.com
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When using an electrical appliance, always follow
basic precautions, including the following:
READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD -SMALL PARTS.
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_ To reduce the risk of fire, e[eetdc shock, or [niury:
Do not use outdoors.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow cleaner to be used as a toy.
Do not allow cleaner to run unattended at any time.
Fill with cold water only.
Do not use without tank and/or filter in place.
Do not operate cleaner without water in the tank.
, Do not use with flammable or combustible materials or use in areas
where they may be present.
Do not direct steam at people, animals or at electrical dev{ces.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and aH parts of body away from
openings. Do not operate cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe
shoes or sandals.
, Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
, Do not put any object into open{ngs. Do not use w{th any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce flow.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord
or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heat-
ed surfaces.
, Always disconnect cord from eIectrica[ outIet before servicing the
cleaner.
,Unplug cleaner when not in use. Turn off nil controls before unplug-
ging.
,Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord. Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
, The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
,Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
,Do not use with damaged cord or plug. [f appliance is not work{rig as it
should, has been dropped, damaged, [eft outdoors, or dropped into
water, take {t to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover
Warranty Serv{ce Deamer(Depot).
Use cleaner only for {ts intended use as descr{bed in the instructions.
Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company; others
may cause hazards.

Questions er Concerns?
The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your steam cleaner or questions regarding 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:
Visit us online at www.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the "Service" button) or call:
1o800og44-g200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) or call:
1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center.
Unpack the steam cleaner from the
carton and identify the parts shown.
Remove and dispose of cardboard
packing.
A. Main body
B. White round brush (1)
C. Purple round brushes (2)
D. Jet nozzle
E. Turbo nozzle
F. Triangular brush
G, Cloth cover for triangumar brush
H. Mop pad
L Sponge for mop pad (attached to
mop pad)
J, Shoulder strap
K. Nozzle cleaning pin
L. Pmastic bag for accessory storage
M. Telescoping handte for mop use
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This cleaner is intended for household use.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner.
1, indicator light
2, On/Off and steam adjustment knob
3. Opening for mop handte
4. Water tank tock
5, Water tank
6. Power cord
7. Resting foot/cord wrap
8. Safety valve
9. Cord hook
Pelarized plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way. Continued <_ 3

CAUTiOn: THIS STEAM
CLEANER BLOWS OUT A HIGH
TEMPERATURE STEAM; DQ NOT
DIRECT TOWARDS PEOPLE, PETS
QR ANY MATERIAL WHICH IS NOT
HEAT RESISTANT,
The temperature near the nozzle
reaches 2!2"F (!00"C),
The effective use of the steam
cleaner is to apply steam at the
nearest point to the nozzle,
A
Removing tank
To remove the water tank, press the
water tank lock button (A). Pull tank (B)
off the cleaner body.
Fill tank
Turn tank upside down, unscrew cap (C)
and remove. Fill tank with cold water
until it reaches the line (D).
Line up tabs on cap (E) with slots in tank
(F). Twist cap tightly closed.
Replace tank
To replace tank, place tab on bottom of
tank (G) into slot in the cleaner body (H).
Press tank down until the water tank lock
button secures the front of the tank in
place.
Be sure the tank is securely in place.
Turn ON/OFF knob (I) to OFF position.
Plug cord into electrical outlet. To turn steam cleaner ON, turn the knob
in a clockwise direction.
The red indicator light (J) will begin to
flash. The light will stop flashing and
stay on when the steam cleaner has
preheated and is ready for use.
(Approximately 30 seconds.)
To increase the volume of steam for
tougher cleaning jobs, turn knob clock-
wise,
When less steam is desired, turn the
knob counter clockwise.
Wipe surface dry with a cloth or paper
towel,
| portant reminders:
o Do not operate the steam cleaner with an empty water tank.
,FiN tank with cold water only. Do not fin with hot water.
Do not mix cmeaning detergents in the water tank. For stubborn dirt, the
surface can be pre=treated with a detergent before using the steam
cleaner.
,_fsteam is being used at the highest setting, do not continue at that
leve! for more than 10 minutes.
, Do not run steam cmeaner for a long successive time. (Not more than 1
hour at a time.)
,Do not store the steam cleaner with water in the water tank.
This steam c_eaner is designed for household use onJy.

To use as a hand.
held stea er
The steamer can be used as a hand-
held cleaner for various cleaning jobs
around the house. Use the following as a
guide for the various accessories and
recommended uses.
Turn cleaner OFF and unplug and
allow to cool before attaching or
removing any of the accessories.
NOTE: If using the steamer on waxed
surfaces, test in a hidden area to check
for effects on the wax=
CAUTION: Thermal shock can shatter
glass. Before cleaning cold glass sur-
faces, carefully warm the surface by
directing the steam jet on the gmass
from a distance of no less then 4"-6".
Using the jet nezzie
The jet nozzme (A) is used to concen-
trate the steam spray to increase clean-
ing power. It can be used in small, hard
to reach spaces or where concentrated
steam is needed.
To attach the jet nozzle, turn steam
cleaner OFF and allow to cool. Align
the tab (B) on the nozzle with the slot (C)
on the front of the steam cleaner. Twist
the nozzle in a clockwise direction to
tighten. The tip of the nozzle should be
facing downward.
Twist counter clockwise to remove.
To begin cleaning, follow Figs. 3-5 & 3-6=
Using the brushes
To attach the brushes, turn steam
cleaner OFF and allow to cool
The jet nozzle can be used by itself or
with one of the brushes attached.
All brushes attach in the same manner.
Slide end of brush (D) over tip of nozzle
(A)=Twist slightly to tighten.
NOTE: The two purple brushes can be
used in the kitchen, while the white
brush can be reserved for use in the
bathroom (toilet seat, tile grout, etc=)=
The triangumar brush (E) can be used
for larger areas (walls, floors, screens).
The cloth (F) can be placed over the tri-
angular brush to aid drying, for more
even cleaning coverage and for cleaning
flat or painted surfaces.
Using the tu_'bo
n@_,zJe
The turbo nozzle (G) allows adjustment
for a narrower or wider spray, depending
on the area to be cleaned.
To attach the turbo nozzle, turn steam
cleaner OFF and allow to coo[. Push
the nozzle straight into the hole (H) on
the front of the steam cleaner=
I J
Pull the nozzle either out (!) for wider
steam flow or push in (J) for narrower
flow.
To begin cleaning, follow Figs. 3-5 & 3-6.
The turbo nozzle can be used on mirrors
or windows.
Conf:_nued _ 5