Hoover SteamVac Aqility User manual

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When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions.
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
, Use indoors only.
• Use only on surfaces moistened
by the cleaning process. Do not
immerse product.
it should, has been dropped, dam-
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, take it to a Hoover FActory
Service Center or Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer.
• Connect to ap roperlygrounded • Close supervision is necessary
outlet only. See Grounding when any appliance is used by or
Instructions '. near children. Do not allow deep
cleaner to be used as a toy or to run
• Do not clean over floor electrical unattended at any time.
outlets. • Do not point tools toward people
• Do not use without tanks in place, or pets.
•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
instructions.
•Use only attachments recom-
mended by The Hoover Company;
others may cause hazards.
• The use of an extension cord is
not recommended. If an extension
•Use only commercially available
Hoover SteamVac TM cleaners
intended for machine application.
Do not use any type of wax with
deep cleaner.
•Keep detergents and other clean-
ers out of chirdren's reach.
•Do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they
may be present.
cord is absolutely necessar), use at
least a 16 gauge 3-wire cord which
has a 3-prong grounding type plug
and a 3-pole receptacle that accepts
the machine plug.
•Do no[ pick up chlorine bleach,
drain cleaner, gasoline or any other
toxic material with this appliance.
•Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoRing, such as ciga-
• Unplug deep cleaner when not in rettes, matches, or hot ashes.
use. Turn off all controls before
unplugging. • Avoid picking up hard, sharp
objects with the deep cleaner. They
• Unplug deep cleaner before con- may damage the machine.
necting the tool. •Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
•Always disconnect cord from electri- feet and all parts of body away
cal outlet before servicing the deep from openings and moving parts.
cleaner.
•Do not unplug by pulling on
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, nol
the cord.
•Never handle plug or appliance
•Do not put any object into open-
ings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, Iint,
hair. and anything that may reduce
air flow.
with wet hands. •To help prevent matting and
resoiling, avoid contact With carpets
•Do not pull or carry by cord, use until they are dry. Keep children
cord as a handle, close door on cord and pets away from carpets until
or pull cord around sharp edges or they are completely dry
corners. Do not run appli'ance over
cord. Keep cord away from heated •Store in a dry place. Do not ex-
surfaces, pose machine to freezing tempera-
tures.
•Do not use with dmnaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working as
Grounding
Instructions
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This appliance must be grounded. If it
should inalfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis
tance for electrical current to reduce tile
risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equip
ment-grounding conductor (C) and
grounding plug (A). The plug must [0e
plugged into all appropriate outlet (B)
that is properly installed and grounded
ill accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
DANGER-
Iinproper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result ill tile
risk of electric shock. Check with a quali
fled electrician or service person if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the appliance if it
will not t_t the outlet, have a proper out-
let installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is fin" use on a nomilml
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) call be installed by a qualified
electrician. The green cok)red rigid ear,
lug, or tile like (F) extending ti'Oln the
adapter must be connected to a perma
nent ground (G) such as a properly
grounded outlet box covm: Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held ill
place by a metal screw. NOTE: Ill
Canada, the use of a temporary adapter
is not permitted by tile Canadian
Electrical Code.

r To contact us:
•www.hoover.com
• 1-800-944-9200 - automated service
dealer locator
•1-330-499-9499 - our Consumer
Response Center (8 AM to 5PM
Monday - Friday)
fFill in and Save
For"your" records, enter the model number and
serial numbers in the spaces provided. These
numbers are located on the data label on the back
of the cleaner.
Model No.
Serial No.
Save your sales receipt and attach it to this
manual. Proof of date of purchase may be
Important safeguards ........ 2
Carton contents ............. 3
Cleaner description .......... 4
Deep cleaner basics .......... 5
Filling the tank ............ 5
Emptying the recovery tank . 6
Attaching the hose ......... ?
Using the tool ............. ?
Draining & storing hose .... 8
Cleaning carpet .......... 10-11
Cleaning upholstery ..... 11-12
Basic steps for cleaning ...... ]a
Warranty .................. 14
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1. Hand grip
2. Solution trigger: press to release
cleaning solution
3. Clean Surge TM button
4. Upper handle
5. Upper handle release button
6. Solution tank cap/measuring cup
7. Solution tank release button
8. Solution tank
9. Brush setting selector
10. Nozzle
11. Recovery tank
12. Recovery tank release button
13. Stair/upholstery tool
14. Recovery tank cap
15. Cord hooks (tool caddy removed)
16. Hose door
17. Handle release pedal
18. ON/OFF pedal
19. Hose
20. Cord hooks (tool caddy stored on
cleaner)
21. Hose connector
22. Tool caddy
This deep cleaner is intended for
household use.
Operate deep cleaner only at voltage
specified on data plate on back of
cleaner. Plug deep cleaner into a
properly grounded outlet.
Your HOOVER
Deep Cleaner is
fully assembled and
ready to begin
cleaning!
Unfold handle How to fold handle
Raise upper handle (A) to
upright position until it
locks in place.
Press upper handle release
button (B) to fold handle.

Fill the solution tank
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Unplug deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.
Press button (A) and remove solution
tank (Fig. 3)
Release latches (B) on tank cap and
remove (Fig. 4)
Use cap on solution tank (Fig. 5) to mea-
sure the proper amount of HOOVER
detergent according to the chart below:
Amount of
Surface detergent Type of detergent
Carpet two HOOVER Carpet/
caps Upholstery Detergent
Upholstery one HOOVER Carpet/
cap Upholstery Detergent
For heavy traffic areas: Pre-treat with HOOVER Spot
and Stain Spray (available at additional cost if not
included with your model)
OR
Use 4 caps of Carpet/Upholstery detergent.
NOTE: For best results, use only Hoover detergents.
They are specifically formulated for use with your
SteamVaC MDeep Cleaner.
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Pour detergent into tank
Fill tank to fill line (C) (approx. 1 gallon) with hot tap water
(Fig.6)
Replace cap. Secure both latches (B) (Fig. 4)
Place bottom of tank onto cleaner. Pivot top of tank and
snap in place (Fig. 7)
Caution: Detergents contain Anionic and Nonionic
Surfactants. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. In case
of contact with eyes, flush with cold water for 15 minutes.
In case of contact with skin, wash with water. If irritation
persists, call a physician. For Medical Information (U.S.),
call 1-800-752-7869.
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D Empty the recovery tank
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
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¢An automatic shut-off device prevents the cleaner
from picking up more dirty water than it can hold in
the recovery tank.
You will know the tank needs to be emptied --
• The amount of dirty water has reached the full line
(A).
• When the motor sound rises in pitch.
• You do not see dirty solution coming up through
the nozzle.
• The float (B) inside the recovery tank has risen to
the top of the tank (Fig. 8).
_/ Press button (C) and remove tank (Fig. 9).
_/ Release latches (D) on tank cap and remove cap (Fig.
10).
,/ Empty tank.
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¢' Replace cap (Fig. 11). Secure both latches (D) (Fig. 10).
For full suction, it is important that the recovery
tank cap is properly secured before cleaning.
,/ Remove any debris that has collected on lint filter (E)
on cleaner body (Fig. 12 and inset).
,/ Place bottom of tank onto cleaner. Pivot top of tank
and snap in place (Fig. 12).

Attach the hose
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Place handle in upright position.
,/ The hose and tool caddy can be removed from the
cleaner if you desire.
_/ Remove hose from tool caddy.
_/ Open hose door (A) on back of deep cleaner (Fig. 13).
,/ Align hose connector with hose and solution ports (C)
(Fig. 14).
,/ Push hose into port and lock in place.
,/ To remove hose: Squeeze latches (D) on top and bottom
of hose. Remove hose from port (Fig. 15).
_/ Close hose door (A) tightly (inset).
Stair/upholstery nozzle
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Built-in brush
Use on upholstery
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
¢' Slide tool onto hose. Snap tool over tab (E) on hose (Fig 17).
_/ To remove tool: Push forward and up on latch (F) (Fig. 18).
Slide tool off hose.
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The handle must be in the upright position in order to i
et cleaning solution through the hose. 1
When finished using the hose and tool, remove water
from the hose.
¢' Turn deep cleaner on and hold end of hose up for
several seconds (A). Do not press trigger. (Fig. 19)
/Turn deep cleaner off and unplug it.
¢' Hold hose connector in sink and press trigger to
remove solution from hose (B) (Fig. 19).
Store hose
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Hook hose connector (C) into caddy (Fig. 20).
Wrap hose around caddy in a counterclockwise
direction (Fig. 21).
Hook tool connector (D) and stair/upholstery nozzle
(E) onto caddy (Fig. 22).

Hose caddy
You can either store the hose caddy on the cleaner or"remove it
to store separately.
To store caddy on the cleaner:
Slide tabs (F) on caddy into slots on back of cleaner (Fig.
23).
Hook top of caddy to cleaner (G).
Wrap cord around cord hooks (H) on caddy (Fig. 24). Rotate
top hook to release cord.
To remove caddy from the cleaner:
Lift caddy off cleaner (Fig. 25).
Wrap cord around cord hooks (I) on back of cleaner (Fig.
26). Rotate bottom hook to release cord.
Brush speed selector
Choose ON for normal cleaning of carpet.
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Choose OFF when brushing is not desired.
Push 'Clean Surge' button (J) to release extra cleaning solution.
Use the 'Clean Surge' button when cleaning heavily soiled areas
of carpet (traffic areas, spots, etc.)
Sr_eaNOcleaning solution removes all stains from all carpets. "_
in removal varies with the type of spill, time passed before I
moval, carpet material, and carpet type. )
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1Remove lightweight furniture (tables, lamps, etc.) from area to be cleaned.
Protect any remaining filrniture by pinning up fiJrniture skirts and placing
aluminum foil or plastic under legs.
2Vacuum carpet thoroughly to remove loose dirt, hair, lint and other debris
(Fig. 29).
3Testdetergent for colorfastness on a hidden area of carpet.
Wet a white cloth or paper towel with some detergent. Gently rub onto a
hidden area of carpet. Wait ten minutes. Blot with white cloth or paper towel
and check for color transfer.
¸4¸¸¸¸ Pretreat spots, stains and high traffic areas with HOOVER Spot and Stain
Spray (Fig. 30).
Spray spot or area with Spot and Stain Spray. Then proceed with the next
cleaning steps.
For stubborn spots or stains, refer to the stain guide included with your
cleaner.
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Fill solution tank with hot tap water and proper amount of HOOVER
detergent (see page 5) (Fig. 31).
Use only HOOVER brand detergents in your deep cleanm: Other brands
may damage the deep cleaner.
Plan your cleaning to avoid walking on wet carpet. Start at the end of the
room farthest from the exit and work in small sections (Fig. 32).
Step on handle release pedal and lower handle. Turn cleaner ON.
Squeeze and hold trigger (A) to release cleaning solution (Fig. 33). Push
cleaner forward SLOWLY then pull it back SLOWLY.
Use 'Clean Surge' button (B) in heavily soiled areas (Fig. 33).
Let go of trigger and push cleaner over same area to pick up dirty solution
fl_ without putting down more solution. Continue using dry strokes until you
see only a little solution coming up through the nozzle (front of cleaner).
Do not make the carpet too wet! Use no more than two sets of forward and
/U backward strokes while releasing solution. Always follow with dry strokes -
the more the better.
11 Listen carefully! When the motor sound changes (rises in pitch), the recovery
tank needs to be emptied.
When water has reached the full line in the recovery tank, the cleaner will
NOT pick up dirty solution.
12 Allow carpet to dry. Avoid walking on the carpet until it is dry.
Increased air circulation (open doors, turn on fans, etc.) will help carpet dry
thoroughly to prevent the growth of mold or mildew.
Vacuum thoroughly after carpet has dried. This will reduce any shading left
13 by the deep cleaner's brushes.
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Check fabric cleaning code (Fig. 34). Look on the fllrnimre manufacturer's
tag for a 'W' 'WS'or code. These codes indicate that it is alright to use your
deep cleaner to clean the upholstery.
Do not use the deep cleaner on upholstery marked 'S', 'X' or 'Dry Clean
Only'.
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Vacuum upholstery thoroughly with your vacuum cleaner's attachments.
Test detergent for colorfastness on a hidden area of upholstery.
Wet a white cloth or paper towel with some detergent. Gently mb onto a
hidden area of upholstery. Wait ten minutes. Blot with white cloth or paper
towel and check for color transfer.
Pretreat spots and stains with HOOVER Spot and Stain Spray (Fig. 35).
Spray spot or area with Spot and Stain Spray. Then proceed with the next
cleaning steps.
For stubborn spots or stains, refer to the stain guide included with your
cleaner.
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Fill solution tank with hot tap water and proper amount of HOOVER deter-
gent (see page 5)(Fig. 36).
Use only HOOVER brand detergents in your deep cleaner. Other brands
may damage the deep cleaner.
Attach hose and tool as described in Figs. 13-19 (Fig. 37).
Place handle in fllll upright position. Turn cleaner ON.
Squeeze and hold trigger (A) to release cleaning solution. Gently press tool
into fabric and slowly pull the tool over the fabric (Fig. 38)
Let go of trigger and pull tool over same area to pick up dirty sohltion with-
out putting down more sohltion. Continue using dry strokes until you see
only a little solution coming up through the tool.
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Do not make the upholstery too wet! Use no more than two strokes while
releasing sohltion. Always follow with dry strokes - the more the better.
Listen carefully! When the motor sound changes (rises in pitch), the recovery
tank need to be emptied.
When water has reached the full line in the recovery tank, the cleaner will
NOT pick up dirty solution.
1_, Allow upholstery to dry. Avoid using upholstery until it is dry.
Increased air circulation (open doors, turn on fans, etc.) will help upholstery
dry thoroughly to prevent the growth of mold or mildew.
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Clean the nozzle
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove solution and recovery tanks to prevent possible leaks.
Lift up on top of nozzle (A) and slide off cleaner (Fig. 39).
Wipe debris off nozzle and front of cleaner with a damp cloth.
Tilt cleaner back, raisinR front of cleaner off floor. Slide nozzle
(B) up from bottom of cleaner (Fig. 40).
Press on upper portion of nozzle to snap in place.
Clean the brushes
Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove solution and recovery tanks to prevent possible leaks.
Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on the floor:
Pull brush assembly firmly to remove (Fig. 41).
Rinse brushes under running water.
Align posts (C) on brush assembly with slots (D) in cleaner
(Fig. 42).
_,- Turn brushes slightly to align square post (E) with square hole
(F) in cleaner (Fig. 42).
Press brush assembly firmly and snap in place.
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Unplug deep cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove solution and recovery tanks to prevent possible
leaks.
Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on the floor.
Squeeze filter frame (G) and pull it out until it stops (Fig. 43).
Wipe debris off filter.
Slide filter back into place.

,/ Empty solution tank and rinse thoroughly.
,/ Place empty solution tank on deep cleaner. Turn deep cleaner ON. Squeeze trigger and push
deep cleaner forward and back several times. This will clear any solution remaining inside the
cleaner.
,/ Empty recovery tank, rinse thoroughly and let air dry.
_/ Allow brushes and underside of deep cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing deep
cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface.
Lubrication
The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor.
The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor bearings.
To obtain approved HOOVER serv]ce and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover
Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by:
,/ Checking the Service Section of The Hoover Company on-line at www.hoover.com OR
,/ Checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR
,/ Checking the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum Cleaners - Household" OR
,/ Calling 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations
(U.S. only)
Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for serv]ce: this will onlv result
in delay.
If further assistance is needed, contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center, North
Canton. Ohio 44720. Phone: [phone].
In Canada. contact Hoover Canada. Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8. Phone: [phone].
Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or order-
ing parts. (The model number appears on the back of the cleaner.)
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Usethelist belowto helpsolveminor problems.
What's the I What to do
problem? [
Deep cleaner won't run _/Make sure the cleaner is
plugged in firmly.
,/Check the fuse or breaker.
Low suction
.7.leaning solution won't
:tispense
Brushes won't rotate
Low suction in hose during
:ool use
,/Empty the recovery tank; it
may be full and the auto-
matic shut-off engaged.
¢' Make sure recovery tank cap
is securely latched.
,/Make sure solution tank is
securely in place
,/Refill the solution tank if it is
empty
,/Clean brush filter as
described in Fig. 45.
,/Set Brush Speed Selector to
ON.
,/Make sure recovery tank cap
is securely latched.
,/Disconnect hose from cleaner
and check for blockage in
hose.
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Full One Year
Warranty
(Domestic Use)
Your HOOVER® appliance is war-
ranted in normal household use, in
accordance with the Owner's
Manual against original defects in
material and workmanship for a
period of one full year from date of
purchase. This warranty provides, at
no cost to you, all labor and parts to
place this appliance in correct operat-
ing condition during the warranted
period. This warranty applies when
the appliance is purchased in the
United States including its territories
and possessions, or in Canada or
from a U. S. Military Exchange.
Appliances purchased elsewhere are
covered by a limited one year war-
ranty which covers the cost of parts
only. This warranty does not apply if
the appliance is used in a commercial
or rental application.
This warranty only applies when the
product is in use in the country or
territory in which it is purchased.
Warranty service can only be
obtained by presenting the appliance
to one of the following authorized
warranty service outlets. Proof of
purchase will be required before ser-
vice is rendered.
1. Hoover Factory Service
Centers.
2. Hoover Authorized Warranty
Service Dealers (Depots).
For an automated referral of autho-
rized service outlets in the U.S.A.,
phone [phone] OR
visit The Hoover Company on-line
at www.hoover.com
This warranty does not cover pick
up delivery, or house calls; however,
if you mail your appliance to a
Hoover Factory Service Center for
warranty service, transportation will
be paid one way.
While this warranty gives you spe-
cific legal rights, you may also have
other rights which vary from state to
state.
If further assistance is needed, or if
there are questions concerning this
warranty or the availability of war-
ranty service outlets, write or phone
the Consumer Response Center, The
Hoover Company, 101 East Maple
St., North Canton, Ohio 44720,
Phone [phone].
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
1-800-263-6376.

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