Hoover FloorMate, SpinScrub Floor Mate Spin Scrub Hard Floor... User manual

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Espa_ol ,,_ pag. 15-22
Fran_ais ,,_ p. 24-31
This cleaner 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 _,¢ww.hoover.com to find the service
outlet nearest you (click on the "Service" button) or
Catl 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized
service outlet locations (U.S. only) or
Call 1-330-499o9499 to speak with a representative in our
Consumer Response Center.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THiS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. J
Review this manua| before
operating c|eaner.
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The mode( and serial number are located at the bottom of the back of the
cleaner body.
For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE model and serial
number in the spaces provided and retain this information.
Your cleaner is model
and has seriam 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.
Assembly ..................................... 3-4
Cleaner descriptions .................. 5
How to use ................................... 5-8
Automatic shut-off ..................... 7
General operation ...................... 6
Clean solution tank ................. 6-7
Recovery tank .......................................7
Sto rage ...................................... 11
How to clean .............................. 9-10
Recommended cleaning
sequence ..................................... 9
To clean floor .............................. 9
Cleaning sealed wood floors ..10
Picking up spills....................... 10
(fYou Have aProblem ................. 12
Service ....................................... 12
important Safeguards .................... 2
Maintenance ............................ 10-11
Cleaning the brushes ......... 10-11
Cleaning the nozzle .................. 11
Warranty ........................................ 13
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When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
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arnung •m To reduce the risk of fire, electNc shock, or injury:
• Use indoors only.
• Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do not
immerse product.
• For use on bare floors or seared wood floors. Not for use on carpets.
• Always install float before any wet pick up operation.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Do not allow cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.
Keep hair, loose cmothing, fingers, feet and aH parts of body away from openings
and a)(moving parts.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
Do not pick up or use flammable or combustibme materials such as gasoline or
fine wood sandings or use in areas where present.
Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the
c)eaner.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening bmocked; keep
free of dust, Hnt, hair, or anything that may reduce air flow.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a bandme, close door on cord or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner.
• Unp)ug c)eaner when not in use. Turn off a[) controms before unp[ugging.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Never
handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Connect to a propedy grounded outlet only. See "Grounding instructions".
• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.
• Do not use without tanks in pmace.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not place cJeaner on stairs.
• The use of an extension cord is not recommended, ff an extension cord is
absomutely necessary, use at Beast a 18 gauge 3°wire cord which has a 3oprong
grounding type plug and a 3°pole receptacle that accepts the machine plug.
• Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children's reach.
• Do not pick up ch[orine b)each, pine based c(eaners, drain cleaner, or
any other toxic material with this appliance.
• When using recommended chemicals w(th this machine, be certain area is we[(
ventilated.
• Fom[ow manufacturer's instructions for aml chemicals used with this machine. Do
not exceed recommended mixing ratios.
• Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appmiance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, [eft outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a
Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer
(Depot).
• Use cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.
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Questions er Concerns?
The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its
use. Look on the list provided with the product for your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yel=
low Pages under "Vacuum Cleaners = Household" for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service
Deamer (Depot) or call:
Visit us online at www.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the "Service"
button) OR
Call 1-800-944-9200 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.
Call 1-800-228-4722 for questions or comments concerning Machine Formula LYSOL® or OLD
ENGLISH® Floor Cleaning Concentrate.
Greunding |nstructiens
This appliance must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown, ground-
ing provides a path of least resistance for
electrical current to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment=ground=
ing conductor (C) and grounding plug (A).
The plug must be plugged into an appro-
priate outlet (B) that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
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Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in the risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provid-
ed with the appliance - if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician. This appliance is for
use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in sketch (A).
A temporary adapter (D) may be used to
connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle
(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 permit-
ted by the Canadian Electrical Code.
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B
C
F
Assemble handle
AssembJe Handme
Press down on latch (A) and remove
clean solution tank from upper handle,
Carton contents
A. Hard floor cleaner
B. Upper handle
C. Screw packet (3 screws-l with washer)
D. Brush bmock
E. Nozzle
F. Fioor cleaning concentrates
The assembled cleaner will
look like this drawing.
This cleaner is intended for
househomd use.
Continued --_

Withcordhook(B)tobackofcleaner,
pushupperhandledownontocleaner.
Insertscrewwithwasherinfrontof
tankarea.Tightenscrewwitha
Phillipsscrewdriver.
Inserttwoscrewsintobackofhandle
asshown.TightenwithaPhillips
screwdriver.
Pushbrushcontrolswitch(C)downto
connectswitchrod.Youwillheara
"click"whentheswitchrodisin
place.
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Replace clean solution tank by posi-
tioning bottom first. Press latch and
snap top portion into place.
To install brushes, place handle in
upright position. Tilt cleaner back so
that it rests on the floor.
Align post (D) on brush block with
hole (E) on bottom of cleaner. Turn
brushes slightly until post fits easily
into hole.
Press brush assembly firmly to snap
into place.
To install nozzle, make sure latches
(F) are out.
Align middle section (G) of nozzle
with opening (H) on cleaner.
Remove cardboard packing insert
from squeegee area on underside of
nozzle.
While holding nozzle in place, slide
latches inward to lock in place. Cord dip
To help keep the cord out of the way
while cleaning, position cord down
into cord clip (I), located on the
handle.

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The assembled cleaner will look like
this drawing,
1. Hand grip
2. Solution trigger: squeeze to
release clean solution,
3. Brush control switch: Turns
brushes ON for wet cleaning and
OFF for wet pickup and dry vacu-
uming,
4. Clean solution tank release
5. Clean solution tank cap/
measuring cup
6. Clean solution tank
7. ON/OFF switch
8. Recovery tank lid and filter
9. Recovery tank release
10. Recovery tank: Collects dry
debris as well as dirty cleaning
solution,
11. Wet/Dry pedam: Press pedal to
change between wet and dry
cleaning,
12. WettDry indBcators: Shows
either wet or dry cleaning usage,
13. NozzJe release buttons:
Release nozzle for easy clean-up,
14. Brush remease buttons: Remove
brushes for easy clean-up,
15. Nozzle
16. Squeegee
17. Handle release peda_
18. Cord hooks: Top hook rotates
for quick cord release,
19. Carrying handle
20. Soft4read wheels
This cleaner is intended for house-
hold use.
Operate cleaner only at voltage
specified on data plate on back of
cleaner,
Plug cleaner into a properly
grounded outlet.
A
Handle Remease Peda_
Step on pedal (A) to lower handle to
operating position, Handle does not
lock into a single position but "floats"
to allow convenient operation,
ON/OFF Switch
Push switch (B) up to turn cleaner on,
Push switch down to turn cleaner off,
To transport
To move your cleaner from room to
room, put handle in upright position;
tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and
push forward,
Condnued -4_ 5

Thecleanermayalsobeliftedusing
thecarryinghandle(C)onthebackof
thecleaner,
General Operation
Your HOOVER FloorMate TM Cleaner
can be used to both vacuum dry
debris and wet clean non-carpeted
floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile and
sealed wood, It is not intended for
use on carpet or rugs.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to
wood floors, follow the flooring
manufacturer's cleaning recom-
mendations.
If using cleaner on sealed wood
floors, inspect floor surface for
worn finish, bare wood or separat-
ed joints. Do not use 'FloorMate'
Cleaner to wet clean sealed wood
floors if any of these conditions
exist.
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WetlDry pedal and indicators
The wet/dry pedal (D) lowers the noz-
zle squeegee for wet operation and
raises it for picking up dry debris,
The WET indicator (E) will show red
when pedal is set for wet operation,
The DRY indicator (F) will show red
when pedal is set for dry vacuuming,
See "How to clean" section for com-
plete cleaner setup instructions,
Step on pedal to choose either the
WET or DRY setting,
G
Brush Contro_ Switch
The brush control switch (G) turns the
brushes on and off,
To wet clean with brushes turned
on, push the switch down to the
WET SCRUB position,
For wet pickup, push the switch up
to the WET/DRY PICKUP position, In
this position, the brushes will not
rotate and are raised off the floor sur-
face,
For dry debris pickup, push the
switch up to the WET/DRY PICKUP
position,
See "How to clean" section for com-
plete cleaner setup instructions,
The Tanks
C_ean Solution Tank (Upper
Tank)
The clean solution tank holds the
cleaning solution that is to be dis-
persed onto the surface to be
cleaned,
How to fiJJ
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Place cleaner handle in upright,
locked position,
To remove tank, press down on
release button and pivot tank forward, Carry tank to a sink,
Rotate tank cap counter-clockwise
and lift up to remove cap,

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Turn cap (H) upside down to serve
as a measuring cup.
m 2.0 ozJ60mL
Using cap, measure 2 oz. of applica-
ble concentrate formulated for use
with the 'F!oorMate' hard floor cleaner.
For best results, use Machine Formula
LYSOL@ Floor Cleaning Concentrate
when cleaning floor surfaces such as
vinyl, ceramic and other tiles, and
linoleum.
Use Machine Formula OLD ENG-
LISH@ Wood Floor Cleaning Concen-
trate for wood floors when cleaning
laminate wood, polyurethane sealed
wood or other wood floors that can
normally be cleaned using water.
Check for worn spots or joint separa-
tions before using, as these condi-
tions could lead to damaged flooring
when using water to clean floor.
Both of these concentrates have been
specifically formulated to resist
excessive foaming and other undesir-
able effects when used in your 'Floor-
Mate' Cleaner.
DO NOT use cleaning concentrates
that contain pine or solvent based
ingredients.
CAUTION: Machine FormuNa
LYSOL® Floor Cleaning Concen-
trate and OLD ENGUSH® Wood
Floor CleanEng Concentrate cannot
be used in Hoover SteamVac TM
products. Doing so could damage
your SteamVac TM.
Pour cleaning concentrate into tank.
Fill tank to fill line (I) (1 quart) with
warm water.
rubber ring (J) on cap has become
dislodged, reposition it with uneven
side against ledge (K) as shown.
Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise
until it locks in place. Cap must be
locked in place for proper perfor-
mance and to prevent leaking.
Position bottom of tank into cleaner.
Press latch and snap tank into place.
Recovery Tank (mower tank}
The recovery tank holds both dry
debris and dirty cleaning solution that
is picked up from the floor surface.
Automatic Shut-Off
An automatic suction shut-off is built
into the recovery tank to prevent the
tank from overflowing.
When the shut-off activates, the clean-
er will not pick up debris and the
sound of the motor will change.
There are two reasons the shut-off will
activate.
1. Recovery tank is full =Turn the
cleaner off and empty the recovery
tank.
2. The handle was raised to the
upright position wMle the motor
was running -Turn cleaner off. Wait a
moment for the shut-off to reset. Turn
cleaner on and continue cleaning.
Cont_ued _-_ 7

How to Empty
Turn cleaner off and disconnect
from emectrical outlet.
Although not necessary for satisfacto-
ry performance, it is recommended
that the recovery tank be emptied
after dry vacuuming and before wet
operation.
Check the solution tank also. It may
need to be refilled at this time.
To remove tank, press down on
release button (L) and pivot tank for-
ward.
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Lift up on tank lid latch (M) and
remove the tank lid (N). Empty tank.
Dry or loose debris will also collect on
the filter screen (O) in the tank lid.
Remove debris from screen.
The filter screen may also be cleaned
by rinsing it under running water.
The tank lid contains a washable,
reusable filter. Clean this filter when
suction is low or reduced.
To replace lid, align tab (P) on lid with
hole on front of tank (Q).
Snap latch over tabs (R) on back of
tank.
To replace tank, insert bottom of tank
into cleaner and pivot top portion until
it is locked in place.
To Clean Fi_ter
Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect
from eJectricam outlet.
Remove recovery tank and lid (Fig. 2-
16 & 2-!7). Remove filter lid (S), then
remove filter. Remove loose debris
from filter by either brushing or tap-
ping the filter. The filter may also be
rinsed for additional cleaning. Allow
filter to air dry between uses.
Replace filter lid. Press down firmly to
secure the seal.

Cleaning Sequence
Use your HOOVER 'F!oorMate' Cleaner to:
1. Dry Vacuum to remove loose dirt, hair and debris.
2. Wet Clean the floor surface. The brushes will provide light agitation to help
loosen dirt.
3. Wet Pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface.
Follow the chart to set the controls for each cleaning step.
OPERATION BRUSH CONTROL SWmTCH WET/DRY PEDAL
Dry Vacuuming "Wet/Dry Pickup" (UP) Dry Pickup
Wet Cleaning "Wet Scrub" (DOWN) Wet Pickup/
Scrub
Wet Pickup "Wet/Dry Pickup" (UP) Wet Pickup/
Scrub
See Page 6 Figs. 2-6 and 2-7 for complete instructions on the control switch
and pedal.
To Clean Fmeer {vinym, ti_e,
lineleu_, eteo}
1. Set cleaner for Dry Vacuuming
operation and vacuum floor. (See
chart on page 9.)
2. Empty Recovery Tank. (Figs. 2-16
through 2-20).
3. Fill solution tank with Machine For-
mula LYSOLO Floor Cleaning Con-
centrate and water, according to
instructions for Figs. 2-8 through 2-
12. Do not use pine or solvent
based cleaning concentrates in
your cleaner. Do not use any type
of wax in your cleaner.
4. Set cleaner controls for "Wet
Cleaning" operation. (See chart on
page 9.)
5. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a
properly grounded outlet.
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6. Step on handle release pedal and
lower handle to operating position;
turn cleaner ON.
7. To release solution, squeeze trig-
ger (A). Slowly move cleaner forward
and backward over area to be
cleaned. Squeeze trigger to release
solution as needed.
Overlap strokes by one inch to help
prevent streaking.
The cleaner's suction will pick up the
dirty solution throughout cleaning.
8. To greatly enhance dP/ing of the
floor surface, release trigger and
move wet control switch up to the
"WET/DRY PICKUP" setting. Contin-
ue to move cleaner over the area to
pick up the dirty solution.
9. To continue cleaning another area,
move wet control switch down to
"WET Scrub". Repeat with steps 7-9.
NOTE: When switching between wet
cleaning and wet pickup, it is not nec-
essary to turn the cleaner off. Simply
move the control switch back and
forth between the two settings.
10. Empty recovery tank or clean the
filter when the motor sound becomes
higher in pitch and there is a loss of
suction (see "Automatic Shut-Off",
page 7).

Cleaning $ea_ed Wood
Floors
Your HOOVER _FloorMate' Cleaner
may be used to clean wood floors
that have been sealed with a
polyurethane coating and can be
cleaned with water.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to
wood floors, follow the flooring
manufacturer's cleaning recom-
mendations.
If using cleaner on sealed wood
floors, inspect floor surface for
worn finish, bare wood or separat-
ed joints. Do not use 'FIoorMate'
C_eaner to wet clean sea_ed wood
floors if any of these conditions
exist.
1. Inspect floor surface for worn fin-
ish, bare wood or separated ioints.
Do not use your 'FloorMate' Cleaner
to wet clean the floor if any of these
conditions exist.
2. Set cleaner for Dry Vacuuming
operation and vacuum floor (see chart
on Page 9).
3. Empty recovery tank (Figs. 2-16
through 2-20).
4. Fill solution tank with Machine For-
mula OLD ENGLISH® Wood Floor
Cleaning Concentrate and water,
according to instructions for Figs. 2-8
through 2-12.
Do not use pine or solvent based
detergents. Do not put any type of
wax in your cteaner.
5. Set cleaner controls for "Wet"
Cleaning (see chart page 9).
6. Dry hands and plug cleaner in to
a propeNy grounded outlet.
7. Step on handle release pedal and
lower handle to operating position;
turn cleaner ON.
8. Push cleaner forward, squeeze
trigger while pulling cleaner back-
ward. Release trigger and push
cleaner forward. Continue cleaning
floor surface while releasing solution
on the backward strokes only. This
will allow for effective cleaning with
small amounts of solution.
Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre-
vent streaking.
9. To greatly enhance drying of the
floor surface, release trigger and
move wet control switch to the "WET
PICKUP" setting.
10. To continue cleaning, move wet
control switch down to "WET Scrub".
Repeat steps 7 - 9. Make sure all
areas are completely dry. Ensure
that no water remains on the floor.
NOTE: When switching between wet
cleaning and wet pickup, it is not
necessary to turn the cleaner off.
Simply move the control switch back
and forth between the two settings.
11. Empty the recovery tank or clean
the filter when the motor sound
becomes higher in pitch and there is
a loss of suction (see "Automatic
Shut-Off", Page 7).
Picking Lip Spills
Your cleaner may also be used to
pick up small liquid spills (1 quart
or less, never to exceed 114 inch in
depth} on non-carpeted floors.
Set Wet/Dry pedal in the WET Pick-
up/Scrub position.
Set Wet Control switch to the
"WET/DRY Pickup" position.
Do not use the cleaner to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids
or chemicals. Do not use the clean-
er to pick up detergents that con-
tain pine or solvent based ingredi-
ents.
Cleanincj the brushes
Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect
from electrical outlet.
The brush assembly can be removed
for easy cleaning.
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Push the two brush release buttons
(A) at the same time. Tilt cleaner back slightly and remove
brush assembly (B).
The brushes can be washed with a
mild detergent and rinsed. Do not use
pine or solvent-based detergents.