Hoover SteamVac F5835-900 User manual

HOOVE
The Easy to Use
Deep Cleaner
®
TM
with attached tools
Owner's
Manual
ENGLISH ,e pp. 1-15
ESPANOL ,.) p_g. 16-24
FRAN(_AIS ,.) p. 26-34
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Review this manual before operating deep cleaner
SteamVac TM Deep Cleaner cleans carpet fibers by
applying hot tap water and cleaning solution.
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important Safeguards, w
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 or small spills.
Do not immerse product.
. Connect to a properly grounded
outlet only. See "Grounding
Instructions'.
. Do not clean over floor electrical
outlets.
. Do not use without tanks in place.
. 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 recommend-
ed by The Hoover Company; others
may cause hazards.
.The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If an extension cord is
absolutely necessary, use at least a
16 gauge 3-wire cord which has a 3=
prong grounding type plug and a3-
pole receptacle that accepts the
machine plug.
. Unplug deep cleaner when not in
use. Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
. Unplug before connecting the pow=
ered hand tool.
•Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working as it
should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water,
take it to a Hoover Factory Service
Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer.
•Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow deep
cleaner to be used as a toy or to run
unattended at any time.
•Do not point tools toward people or
pets.
•Use only commercially available
floor cleaners intended for machine
application. Do not use any type of
wax with deep cleaner.
•To assist in reducing drying time,
be certain the area is well ventilated
when using detergents and other
cleaners with this machine.
•Keep detergents and other cleaners
out of children's reach.
•Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline
or use in areas where they may be
present.
•Do not pick up chlorine bleach,
drain cleaner, gasoline or any other
toxic material with this appliance.
•Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking, such as ciga-
rettes, matches, or hot ashes.
•Avoid picking up hard, sharp
objects with the deep cleaner. They
may damage the machine.
• Always disconnect cord from electri-
cal outlet before servicing the deep
cleaner.
•Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
feet and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
• Never handle plug or appliance
with wet hands.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use
cord asahandle, close door on cord
or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over
cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
•Do not put any object into open-
ings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
•To help prevent matting and resoil-
ing, avoid contact with carpets until
they are dry. Keep children and pets
away from carpets until they are com-
pletely dry.
•Store in a dry place. Do not expose
machine to freezing temperatures.
Save these instructions!
Grounding
Fig. 1
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Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resis-
tance for electrical current to reduce the
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 be
plugged into an appropriate outlet (B)
that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
DANGER-
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in the
risk of electric shock. Check with a qual-
ified 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 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 (A) illustrated in
sketch (Fig. 1).
Fig. 2
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 (Fig. 2). The temporary adapter
should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet (B) can be installed by
a qualified electrician (Fig. 1). The green
colored rigid ear, lug, or the like (F)
extending from the adapter must be con-
nected to a permanent ground (G) such
as a properly grounded outlet box cover
(Fig. 2). Whenever the adapter is used, it
must be held in place by a metal screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a tempo-
rary adapter is not permitted by the
Canadian Electrical Code.

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only) OR
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Response Center.
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Please enter the COMPLETE model and serial numbers in the spaces
provided and save.
The model and serial numbers are located on the data label
on the back of the handle.
Model No.
Serial number
Hint: Attach your sales receipt to this owner smanual.
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Carton contents
Contents
Important safeguards .......... 2
Parts needed for assembly ....... 3
Assembling deep cleaner ...... 3-5
Deep cleaner description ........ 6
General operation ............ 6-9
Filling the clean solution tank. 7-8
Emptying the recovery tank .... 8
How to use
Before you begin ............ 9
After cleaning ............... 9
Cleaning carpet ............ 10
Picking up spills ............ 10
Cleaning bare floors ...... 10-11
Using the tools .......... 11-14
Cleaning carpeted stairs ..... 13
Cleaning upholstery ..... 13-14
If you have a problem ......... 15
Lubrication .................. 14
Service ..................... 14
Storage ..................... 14
Warranty .................... 15
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A. Deep cleaner
B. Upper handle
C. Handle bolts and nuts
D. Tool holder with screw
E. Hose
F. Hose holder
G. Stair/upholstery nozzle
H. Power hand tool
I. Bare floor attachment
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Accessories
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J. Deep Cleansing Detergent
Additional accessories not included with your
model may be purchased separately using the
order form located at the center of this manual.

The assembled cleaner will look like this
drawing.
Attach upper handle
Remove clean solution tank (upper tank)
from deep cleaner.
A
With cord hook (A) to back of deep cleaner,
push upper handle down onto lower han-
dle. Push bolts into holes on front of han-
dle. If bolts will not go through hole easi-
ly handle is not pushed completely
down.
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B
Attach hose holder
Position hose holder (B) onto handle by
matching tabs on rack with openings on
back of handle. Make sure bolts are
through holes.
Place nuts in recessed areas on back
of hose holder. Hold each nut in place
while tightening each bolt securely
(from the front of the handle) with a
Phillips screwdriver.
Only two nuts are needed on this
model. The extra nut is not required but
has been provided for your conve-
nience.
C
When handle sections are completely
together, squeeze trigger (C) on upper
handle to snap trigger rod in place.
Attach tool holder
Remove tool and taped screw from
holder. Insert projections on holder into
slots on back of cleaner.
4
Slide holder down into place. Insert
screw at (D) and tighten with a Phillips
screwdriver.
Replace clean solution tank (upper
tank) by positioning bottom first. Press
on tank handle to snap top of tank into
place.

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Storing hose
Stretch hose out and identify ends.
E. Nozzle connector end of hose G. Solution tube
F. Trigger H. Converter end of hose
Note: You may find it helpful when storing the hose to refer to the information on the
back of the deep cleaner and on the converter end of the hose.
Start with converter end of hose (H). Fit
converter over tab near tool holder (I).
Press converter firmly to snap in place.
Press solution tube (G) into clip next to
converter as shown.
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Wrap hose around hook on upper
handle (J). Press hose into clips on
upper hose holder (K).
Wrap hose around lower tool holder and
continue until nozzle connector is near
upper hose holder. Clip hose in place.
Press cord into cord clip on back of
hose holder. Pull cord tight.
Upfront tool storage
Powered hand tool
The powered hand tool is shipped in a
plastic bag for protection. Remove the
bag before using the tool by first open-
ing tool door.
To remove tool (A), pull it down and out-
ward.
Toreposition the tool, reverse this proce-
dure.
How to reattach tool
cover
The tool cover is designed with a break-
away feature which allows it to snap free
if it is pushed open too far.
To reattach, align hinges of cover with
slots on sides of tool storage area.
Push cover down to secure in place.
Continued -I,

Deep cleaner description
15
The assembled deep cleaner will look like the drawing.
1. Hand grip
2. Solution trigger: press to
release clean solution.
3. Cord clip: place cord in clip
to keep it out of the way
when using cleaner
4. Hose
5. Hose holder: wrap hose
around holder and hooks
for storage.
6. Hose hooks
7. Cord hooks: wrap cord
around hooks for storage.
The top hook can be rotated
right or left for quick and
easy cord release.
8. Powered hand tool
9. Carrying handle
10. Clean solution tank handle
11. Clean solution tank cap/
measuring cup
12. Clean solution tank: holds
cleaning solution.
13. Recovery tank lid
14. Recovery tank: holds dirty
solution.
15. Recovery tank front panel
16. Hood
17. Nozzle
18. Upholstery and stair clean-
ing connection: push door
open to connect stair/uphol-
stery nozzle "solution tube".
19. Recovery tank latches: one
on each side of tank.
20. ON/OFF pedal
21. Handle release pedal: step
on pedal to lower handle to
operating (floor) position.
22. Bare floor attachment
23. Stair/upholstery nozzle
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 ground-
ed outlet.
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ON/OFF pedal &
Handle release pedal
Step on pedal (A) to turn deep cleaner
on. Step on pedal again to turn deep
cleaner off.
Step on pedal (B) to lower handle to
operating position. Handle does not lock
into a single position but "floats" to allow
convenient operation.
To transport
To move your deep cleaner from room to
room put handle in upright and locked
position tilt deep cleaner back on
wheels and push forward.
The deep cleaner may also be lifted by
placing a hand under the clean solution
tank handle as shown.

E
Automatic "shut off"
When the recovery tank (lower tank) is full
the automatic shutoff mechanism will shut
off the deep cleaner suction (suction will
be noticeably reduced).
At that time the yellow float disk will rise
to the top of the recovery tank lid (E).
The deep cleaner will no longer pick up
dirty solution and the motor sound will
become noticeably higher in pitch.
When this happens turn deep cleaner
off and empty recovery tank before
continuing use.
Check clean solution tank also; it may
need to be refilled.
The tanks
Clean solution tank
(upper tank)
The clean solution tank holds the clean-
ing solution that is to be dispersed onto
the surface to be cleaned.
How to fill
Disconnect deep cleaner from
electrical outlet.
Place deep cleaner handle in the
upright, locked position.
To remove tank, press down on handle
(F) and pull forward.
Carry tank to a sink.
Rotate tank cap counterclockwise and
lift up to remove cap.
5 OUNCES/
)
Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a
measuring cup.
Using cap, measure detergent following
the chart below.
For carpet, carpeted stairs and uphol-
stery:
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Deep Cleansing TM Detergent.
For bare floors:
Fill cap to fill line (5 ounces) with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner *
Do not use Bare Floor Cleaner on carpet or
upholstery. Do not use any type of wax
with your SteamVac TM deep cleaner.
NOTE: Use only HOOVER detergents.
They are specially formulated for use
with your SteamVac TM deep cleaner.
*Available at additional cost if not included
with your model.
CAUTION: Detergents contain
Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants.
Avoid contact with 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.
For heavy traffic areas:
Pre-treat with HOOVER Spot and Stain
Spray Cleaner.
If you do not have access to the Spot
and Stain Spray Cleaner, double the
amount of HOOVER Deep Cleansing TM
Detergent (use 2 capfuls or 10 ounces
per 1 gallon tank).
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B
C
Pour detergent into tank. Fill tank to
fill line (B) (1 gallon) with hot tap
water.
To assure proper performance, use only
HOOVER cleaning detergent.
If rubber ring (C) on cap has become
dislodged, repesitien it with uneven side
against ledge (D) 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 unit and
press on tank handle to snap tank into
place.
Recovery tank
(lower tank)
The recovery tank holds the dirty solu-
tion that is picked up from the carpet.
When the recovery tank is full, the auto-
matic shut-off will engage (see page 7)
and the tank must be emptied.
How to empty
Turn deep cleaner off and disconnect
from electrical outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank (Fig. 2-6) by press-
ing down on tank handle and pulling for-
ward; set tank aside (do not set tank
on furniture).
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle until it rests on the floor.
If cleaning stairs or upholstery, remove
hose by reversing procedure as shown
on pages 11 and 12.
Rotate recovery tank latches (E) outward
(one on each side of tank).
Lift tank off of deep cleaner and carry it
to a sink or drain.
Unlatch back part of tank lid and
remove lid.
Empty tank. Pour dirty water out from the
rear of the tank (F).
The lid replaces in a hinge-like man-
ner. Position the front of lid under tabs
(G) on front of tank. Rotate lid down onto
tank. Make sure that the lid is secure
on all sides before placing tank on
cleaner.
For full suction, it is important
that the recovery tank lid is prop-
erly secured before cleaning.
Replace tank and press down to ensure
that it is properly seated in place.
Rotate latches (E) (one on each side
of tank) inward to lock tank in place,
To continue cleaning stairs or upholstery,
replace hose as shown on pages 11 and
12.
Raise handle to upright position and
replace upper clean solution tank.

Before you begin
cleaning
a. Vacuum thoroughly - For carpet, use
a vacuum cleaner with an agitator for
best results. Vacuum upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner with cleaning tool
attachments. Use a crevice tool to reach
into tufts and folds. Do not use the
SteamVac TM deep cleaner asadry
vacuum cleaner.
b. For upholstery, check cleaning
code -Use your HOOVER SteamVac TM
deep cleaner only if the upholstery fabric
is marked with a "W" (for "wet" clean) or
"S/W" (for "solvent/dry" or "wet" clean).
Do not clean fabric marked "S" ("sol-
vent/dry" clean only). If your upholstery
does not have a code, seek professional
assistance.
c. Test for colorfastness - Mix detergent
and water according to the instructions under
"Fillclean solutiontank" on pages 7 and 8.
Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution.
In a small, hidden area, gently rub the sur-
face with the dampened cloth. Wait ten min-
utes and check for color removal or bleed
with white paper towel or cloth. Ifsurface has
more than one color,check all colors.
d. When cleaning entire floor, move
furniture out of area to be cleaned
(may not be necessary if only high traf-
fic areas are to be cleaned). For furni-
ture too heavy to move, place aluminum
foil or wax paper under legs. This will
prevent wood finishes from staining car-
pet. Pin up furniture skirts and
draperies.
e. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic
areas with HOOVER® Spot and Stain
Spray Cleaner*- Test Spot and Stain
Spray Cleaner for colorfastness by first
spraying it on a hidden area; wait ten
minutes and blot with white paper tow-
els or cloth.
If no color change isvisible, spray Spot
and Stain Spray Cleaner onto spots and
traffic areas. Wait at least ten minutes. Use
your SteamVacTM deep cleaner to pick up
Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner and spot.
Repeat until spot is removed; carefully
scrub with a household scrub brush if nec-
essary.
Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with
Spot and Stain Spray Cleaner.
If you do not have access to the Spot
and Stain Spray Cleaner, double the
amount of HOOVER Deep
Cleansing TM Detergent (use 2 capfuls
or 10 oz. per 1 gallon) in the clean
solution tank.
No cleaning solution removes all stains from
all carpets. Stain removal varies with the
type of spill, time elapsed before removal,
carpet material, and carpet type.
f. To prevent staining, use plastic or alu-
minum foil to protect wood or metal sur-
faces from possible water spray.
g. To avoid wetting and possible damage
to wood floors underneath area rugs/car-
pet, either move area rugs/carpet to a non-
wood bare floor surface or place waterproof
material (e.g. plastic) underneath them
before cleaning.
If rinsing is desired, be careful not to
over-wet the carpet or upholstery.
See pages 10 and 11 for instructions on
various cleaning tasks.
*Available at additional cost if not includ-
ed with your model.
After cleaning
a. Allow carpet or upholstery to dry. To
help prevent matting and resoiling the
carpet, keep children and pets away
from surface until it is completely dry. If
it is necessary to walk on damp car-
pet, place towels or white cloths on the
traffic areas.
If furniture must be replaced before the
carpet is dry, use plastic or aluminum
foil pads under legs of furniture so metal
slides or wood finishes will not stain the
carpet.
b. If desired, the carpet may be rinsed.
Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning,
but it may improve the surface's appear-
ance after it is dry.
Allow time for carpet or upholstery to
dry completely between cleaning and
rinsing. To rinse, follow the same proce-
dure for cleaning only using hot tap
water with no detergent in the upper
clean solution tank.
c. Empty tanks, rinse with clean water
and let air dry. Rinse the solution tank
cap and recovery tank lid and let air dry.
d. Remove debris from recovery tank fil-
ter and rinse with clean water.
Note: If the filter must be removed for
cleaning, it is easier to replace if the fil-
ter is wet.
e. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after
carpet has completely dried. This will
help reduce any shading left by the
deep cleaner's brushes.
To clean nozzle
If lint or other debris becomes lodged in
nozzle, do not attempt to remove
nozzle cover.
Pour one to two cups of clear water on a
non-carpeted floor. Do not pour water
onto a wood floor.
Pick up water with your SteamVac TM
deep cleaner. Repeat as necessary until
debris is flushed out of nozzle.
To clean the outside of the machine,
wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in
warm water and mild detergent. Do not
use solvent or petroleum based prod-
ucts to clean the machine.
Continued .,_ 9

Read "Before you begin cleaning"
instructions on page 9.
1. Fill clean solution tank (upper tank)
with HOOVER Deep Cleansing TM
Detergent according to instructions on
pages 7 and 8.
2. Dry hands and plug cord into a prop-
erly grounded outlet.
Do not clean over floor electrical out-
lets.
3. To avoid walking on damp carpet,
start at the end of the room farthest from
the door or path to sink where tanks will
be emptied and filled.
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle to operating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.
4. Squeeze trigger to release cleaning
solution and slowly push deep cleaner
forward (equals one wet stroke).
5. Continue to squeeze trigger and
slowly pull deep cleaner back toward
you (second wet stroke). Release trigger
and slowly push deep cleaner forward
over area just sprayed with solution (dry
stroke). Then slowly pull deep cleaner
back toward you without squeezing trig-
ger (dry stroke).
6. Overlap strokes by 1 inch to help pre-
vent streaking.
Keep nozzle flat on floor for both forward
and reverse strokes.
7. For heavily soiled areas, repeat steps
4-6.
Note: To avoid saturating carpet, do
not use more than 4 wet strokes over
one area. Always end with dry
strokes.
It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes
as described above.
For best cleaning results and to aid in
faster drying of carpet, end with more
dry strokes. (Continue using dry strokes
until little water is visible passing
through the recovery tank lid.)
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 9.
Your HOOVER SteamVac TM deep clean-
er may also be used to pick up small
liquid spills (1 gallon or less, never to
exceed 1/4 inch in depth) on carpet,
upholstery, or bare floors.
For best results, pick up spills immedi-
ately by placing the stair/upholstery noz-
zle just above the spill and suction up
any residue on top of the carpet. Ifthe
spill remains, place either the stair/
upholstery nozzle or floor nozzle in front
of the spill, pull the nozzle very slowly
over the spill initially with suction only.
Repeat with spray and suction.
When picking up spills on bare floors,
use only the floor nozzle with the bare
floor attachment in place.
If a spot is left, the stair/upholstery nozzle is
generally more effective for removing it.
Although no cleaning solution can com-
pletely remove all spots, they can be treat-
ed by following the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the carpet, upholstery,
or bare floor surface being cleaned.
Do not use the SteamVac TM deep cleaner
to pick up flammable or combustible liq-
uids or chemicals.
When finished, follow "After cleaning"
instructions on page 9.
How to attach bare floor
attachment
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri=
cal outlet.
To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank and recovery tank
before positioning bare attachment.
Refer to Fig. 2-6 to remove clean solution
tank. Set tank aside (do not set tank on
furniture).
Refer to Fig. 2-13 to remove recovery
tank.
With handle in upright position, tilt clean-
er back so that handle rests on the floor.
With foam strip (A) (located under the
netting) in position as shown, place
attachment on front of nozzle (B).
Make sure arrow on end of attachment
points in the direction as shown.
Push attachment against nozzle while rotat-
ing attachment downward until both ends
snap into place.
(Note: Some force may be required to
rotate and snap attachment into place.)
Return deep cleaner to upright position.
Lower handle and replace recovery
tank.
Raise handle to upright position and
repesitien clean solution tank.
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To clean floor
Read Before you begin cleaning
instructions on page 10.
Do not use the SteamVac deep cleaner
on hardwood floors.
Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Bare Floor Cleaner (available at additional
cost if not included with your model)
according to instructions on pages 7 and
8.
Do not use any type of wax with your
SteamVac TM deep cleaner.
Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a
properly grounded outlet.
Step on handle release pedal and lower
handle to operating position; turn deep
cleaner ON.
To release solution, press trigger. Slowly
move deep cleaner forward and back-
ward over area to be cleaned.
To pick up dirty solution, release trigger
and slowly move deep cleaner over area
where solution has just been dispersed.
Use both forward and reverse strokes.
Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 9.
Remove attachment from nozzle and
rinse in clear water. Do not remove
plastic screen or foam from attach-
ment.
AB
A. Powered hand tool has rotating
brushes for extra scrubbing action on
small carpet areas, carpeted stairs and
upholstery.
B. Stair/upholstery nozzle has a built-in
brush to help provide the scrubbing
action some spots may need for
removal.
How to attach hose
Disconnect deep cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
1. To prevent possible leaking, remove
clean solution tank by pressing down on
tank handle (C) and pulling forward; set
tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).
Remove hose from storage rack.
2. Step on handle release pedal (D) and
lower deep cleaner handle until it rests
on the floor.
Unlatch back part of recovery tank and
remove lid.
3. Remove recovery tank front panel (E)
by sliding it straight up. 4. Replace panel with converter (F).
Slide converter halfway down opening
until it is firmly in place.
Continued -_ 11

5.Before connecting tube (G) to
cleaner, make sure black tabs are
extended by pulling tan collar toward
tube.
Open door on hood labeled "Stair/
upholstery Cleaning Connection". Press
round solution tube connector onto
round projection inside door. Press con-
nector collar down firmly to ensure
that it is fully connected.
6. The tank replaces in a hinge-like
manner. Position front of lid under tabs
(H) on front of tank. Rotate lid down onto
tank.
Make sure lid is secure on all sides
before cleaning.
For full suction, it is important that
the recovery tank lid is properly
secured before cleaning.
Reverse procedure to remove hose
and solution tube.
Raise deep cleaner handle to upright
position.
How to attach tool
All tools connect to the hose in the same
manner.
1. Attach tool to connector end of hose
by sliding it onto connector until the tab
(I) locks it securely.
Using your thumb, push forward and
up on the latch (J) to remove tool as
shown.
Before using tool
It may be necessary to remove air from
the system ("prime the pump") so the
clean solution will flow to the tool. Follow
these steps:
1. Attach tool to hose and turn the deep
cleaner ON.
2. Put the tool on a hard surface or
against your hand to block off the suc-
tion.
3. Wait a few seconds (can take up to
15 seconds). Then squeeze the trigger
and begin cleaning.
Follow the instructions on pages 13 and
14 for the appropriate cleaning task.
After using tool
1. Follow steps a and b for "After clean-
ing" on page 9.
2. Rinse tool and hose by filling sink with
a small amount of water. Turn deep
cleaner ON and pick up the water with
the tool.
3. Drain hose by turning deep cleaner
ON and holding end of hose up for sev-
eral seconds. Do not press trigger.
4. Disconnect deep cleaner from elec-
trical outlet.
5. Drain solution tube by placing round
end in sink and raising nozzle above
your head. Press the trigger.
6. Proceed with steps c, d and e for
"After cleaning" on page 9.
12

IA
Occasionally, debris may become lodged
inside of the hose at the converter end
(A). To clean out the hose, lift bottom of
converter clip (B) with a screwdriver and
remove clip. Remove debris as shown.
C
Snap clip back into position making
sure solution hose (C) is not pinched
and moves freely.
Replace recovery tank front panel (D).
Slide panel down until it snaps firmly
in place.
Read "Before you begin cleaning"
instructions on page 9.
1. Attach hose and solution tube as
instructed on page 11.
2. Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Deep Cleansing TM Detergent according
to instructions on pages 7 and 8.
3. Attach tool to end of hose.
4. Hose length may require that machine
be placed at the top of the stairs to
clean upper half of stairway and at bot-
tom of stairs to clean lower half.
To prevent machine from falling, use
extra caution when cleaning on stairs,
Do not place deep cleaner on stairs,
Do not point tools toward people or
pets,
5. Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into
aproperly grounded outlet.
6. Turn deep cleaner ON. If necessary,
refer to "Before using tool" section to
remove air from system.
7. Pre-spray the carpeted stair by hold-
ing the tool about one inch above the
carpet and push it forward while press-
ing the trigger (equals one wet stroke).
.!__J
8. Position tool against the riser and slightly
press it into carpet pile. Press the trigger
and pull the tool slowly over the carpet
(second wet stroke). Release trigger at end
of stroke.
9. Lift tool, and position it against riser.
Pull tool slowly over carpet without
pressing trigger (dry stroke).
It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes
as described above. End with more dry
strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet.
10. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help
prevent streaking.
To avoid saturating carpet, do not use
more than 4 wet strokes over any one
area, Always end with dry strokes,
If additional cleaning is necessary, wait
until the carpet is completely dry before
using the tool again.
11. Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on page 9 and
"After using tool" instructions on pages
12 and 13.
Read "Before you begin cleaning"
Instructions on page 9.
Be sure to check the cleaning code on
your upholstery. Use your HOOVER
SteamVacTMdeep cleaner only on
upholstery marked "W" or "W/S".
1. Place handle in upright position.
2. Fill clean solution tank with HOOVER
Deep Cleansing TM Detergent according
to instructions on pages 7 and 8.
3. Attach tool to end of hose.
Do not point tools toward people or
pets.
4. Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into
aproperly grounded outlet.
5. Turn deep cleaner on. If necessary,
refer to "Before using tool" section to
remove air from system.
6. Gently press the tool onto the fabric.
Press the trigger and slowly pull the noz-
zle over the fabric.
7. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help
prevent streaking.
Make additional strokes without pressing
the trigger to remove more moisture.
8. To clean in corners or creases, lift the
tool one-half inch from the fabric and
press the solution trigger.
9. Vacuum up the solution with the tool
without pressing the trigger.
Continued -_ 13

10. For heavily soiled areas, it may be
necessary to repeat the cleaning
process. Make crisscrossing strokes to
the original pattern; overlap each pass.
Make no more than 2 passes with the
solution over any one area to prevent
over-wetting and damage to fabric.
If additional cleaning is necessary, wait
until the upholstery is completely dry
before using the tool again.
11. Empty recovery tank when the motor
sound becomes higher pitched and
there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic
shut-off", page 7).
When finished cleaning, follow "After
cleaning" instructions on pages 9 and 10
and "After using tool" instructions on
pages 12 and 13.
Storage
Before storing:
• Empty solution tank and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
• Replace empty solution tank and
turn deep cleaner ON. Squeeze
trigger and push deep cleaner for-
ward and back several times to
expel any solution remaining in the
deep cleaner's system. (Do not use
deep cleaner on wood floors.)
• Empty recovery tank and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
Allow underside of deep cleaner to air
dry thoroughly before storing deep
cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface.
Do not store deep cleaner with a full
solution tank In place.
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 lubri-
cant to motor bearings.
Service
To obtain approved HOOVER service
and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the
nearest Hoover Factory Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer (Depot) by:
• checking the Yellow Pages under
Vacuum Cleaners - Household" OR
• checking the list of Factory Service
Centers provided with this cleaner
OR-
•calling 1-800-944=9200 for an
automated referral of authorized
service outlet locations (U.S. only)
OR-
• checking the Service section of The
Hoover Company on-line at
www.hoover.com
Please do not send your cleaner to The
Hoover Company in North Canton for
service, this will only result in delay.
If further assistance Is needed, contact
The Hoover Consumer Response Center,
Phone: [phone].
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
Phone: [phone].
Always identify your cleaner by the corn=
plete model number when requesting
information or ordering parts. (The
model number appears on the bottom of
the cleaner.)
14

Ifaminorproblemoccurs,itusuallycan
besolvedquiteeasilywhenthecauseis
foundbyusingthechecklistbelow.
Possible cause
Possible solution
•Not firmly plugged in
•Plug unit in firmly
•No voltage In wall plug
•Check fuse or breaker
•Blown fuse/tripped breaker
•Replace fuse/reset breaker
Possible cause
Possible solution
•Recovery tank full/automatic
shut off engaged
•Remove and empty recovery tank
•Blockage In tool on end of hose
•Remove tool and clear blockage
•Recovery tank lid not on
correctly
•Make sure lid is on securely
•Recovery tank front panel not
replaced after stair or upholstery
cleaning
•Replace recovery tank front panel
(page 13)
Possible cause
Possible solution
•Solution tank not firmly in place
•Make sure tank is securely locked in
position
•Solution tank empty
•Refill tank according to instructions for
surface being cleaned
•Recovery tank lid not on
correctly
•Make sure lid is firmly in place
° Pump needs to be "primed" (when
using tool)
•See "Before using tool" section, p. 12
Fu|| One Year
Warranty
(Domestic Use)
Your HOOVER® appliance is warranted
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 pur-
chase. This warranty provides, at no cost
to you, all labor and parts to place this
appliance in correct operating condition
during the warranted period. This war-
ranty applies when the appliance is pur-
chased 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 warranty
which covers the cost of parts only. This
warranty does not apply if the appliance
is used in a commercial or rental appli-
cation.
This warranty only applies when the
product is in use in the country or territo-
ry 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 service 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]=9200 OR visit
The Hoover Company on=line at
www. hoover.corn
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 specific
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 war-
ranty or the availability of warranty ser-
vice outlets, contact the Consumer
Response Center,
Phone [phone].
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,
1-800-263-6376.
15

HOOVER
con Accesorios Incluidos
El limpiador para aseo profundo facil de usar
El limpiador SteamVac*Mlimpia las fibras de alfombra al aplicar
agua caliente del grifo y solucion limpiadora.
Manual del
propietario
ESPAI_IOL + pp. 16-24
Lea este manual antes de
hacer funcionar la aspiradora.
;Salvaguardias Importantes!
AI usar un artefacto electrico observe siempre las precauciones basicas,
incluyendo las siguientes:
LEA TODA LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR ESTE ARTE FACTO
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de incendio, choque electrico o
lesiones.
• Use en interiores solamente.
• Use solo sobre superficies humedeci-
das per el proceso limpiador o derrames
pequefios. No sumerja el producto.
• Conecte a una toma de corriente ade-
cuadamente conectada a tierra sola-
mente. Vea "lnstrucciones de Conexiones
a Tierra".
• No limpie las tomas de corriente electri-
cas del piso.
• No use sin lostanques en su lugar.
• Ejerza mas cuidado al limpiar escaleras.
No coloque la maquina limpiadora de
alfombra dos en las escaleras.
• Use el limpiador solo para su uso
especifico segun se describe en las
instrucciones. Use solo los aditamentos
recomendados por laHoover Company;
otros pueden causar riesgos.
•No se recomienda el uso de un cordon
de extension. Sies absolutamente nece-
sario usar un cordon de extension, use
un cordon de calibre 16 por Io menos de
3cables, que tenga un enchufe de tipo de
conexion a tierra de 3 puntas y un recep-
taculo de tres polos que acepte el
enchufe de la maquina.
•Desenchufe el limpiador cuando no este
en uso. Antes de desenchufar desconecte
todos los controles.
•Desenchufe la antes de conectar la
herramienta manual que tiene
energia.
•Desconecte siempre el cordon de la
toma de corriente electrica antes de
prestar servicio al limpiador.
•No desenchufe tirando del cordon. Para
desenchufar, sujete el enchufe, no el
cordon. Nunca maneje el enchufe con las
manos humedas.
•No tire del ni Io transporte por el
cordon, no use el cordon como un
mango, no cierre la puerta sobre el
cordon ni tire del cordon alrededor de
bordes afilados ni esquinas. No pase el
artefacto sobre el cordon. Mantenga el
cordon alejado de las superficies
calientes.
•No use con un cordon o con un
enchufe dafiado. Siel artefacto esta fun-
cionando como debe, se ha caido, se ha
16
dejado al aire libre, o se hacaido alagua,
Ilevelo al Centro de Servicio de Fabrica de
Hoover, o al Concesionario Autorizado de
Servicio de Garantia de Hoover.
•Es necesaria una supervision cuidadosa
cuando cualquier artefacto es utilizado
por o cerca de los nifios. No permita que
el limpiador sea usado como unjuguete
ni que funcione sin atencion en ningun
momento.
•No apunte los accesorios hacia las per-
sonas o animales domesticos.
•Use limpiadores solamente para pisos,
disponibles en comereios y destinados
para las apli caciones de lamaquina. No
utilice ningun tipo de cera o limpiador pro-
fundo.
•Para ayudar en la reducion del tiempo
de secado, asegurese que el area este
bien ventila da al usar detergentes y otros
limpiadores con esta maquina.
•Mantenga los detergentes y otros
limpiadores fuera del alcance de los
nifios.
•No Io use para limpiar liquidos intlam-
ables o combustibles tales como gasolina
ni use en areas donde los mismos puedan
estar presentes.
•No aspire lavandina, limpiador de drena-
jes, gasolina ni ningun otro material toxico
con este artefacto.
•No aspire nada que este ardiendo o
humeando, tal como cigarrillos,fosforos,
o cenizas ardientes.
•Evite aspirar objetos duros, afilados, con
el limpiador. Los mismos pueden dafiar la
maquina.
•Mantenga el cabello, ropes holgadas,
dedos, pies y todas las partes del cuerpo
alejados de las aberturas, o de otras
piezas moviles.
•No coloque ningun objeto en las aber-
turas. No Io use con ninguna abertura blo-
queada; man tengalo libre de polvo,
pelusa, cabello, ni nada que pueda reducir
el flujo del aire.
•Evite el contacto con las alfombras
hasta que esten secas, para evitar man-
charlas. Mantenga a los nifios y a los ani-
males domesticos alejados de las alfom-
bras hasta que esten completamente
secas.
•Almacene en un lugar seco. No exponga
la maquina a temperaturas de con-
gelacion.
;Guarde Estas Instrucciones!
INSTRUCCIONES DE CONEXION
A TIERRA
Este artefacto debe conectarse a tierra.
Si funciona mal o se descompone, la
conexiOn a tierra provee una trayectoria
de menor resistencia para que la corri-
ente electrica reduzca el riesgo de
choque electrico. Este artefacto estb.
equipado con un cordon que tiene un
coductor (C) de conexiOn a tierra del
equipo y un enchufe de conexiOn a tier-
ra (A). El enchufe debe enchufarse a
una toma de corriente receptb.culo
apropiada (B) que este adecuadamente
instalada y conectada a tierra de acuer-
do con todos los cOdigos y ordenanzas
locales.
PELIGRO
La conexiOn incorrecta del conductor de
la conexiOn a tierra puede resultar en el
riesgo de choque electrico. Consulte
con un electricista o tecnico de servicio
calificado si tiene dudas acerca de si la
toma de corriente estb. conectada co-
rrectamente. No modifique el enchufe
provisto con el artefacto - si no calza en
la toma de corriente, haga instalar una
toma de corriente adecuada por un
electricista calificado. Este artefacto es
para usar en un circuito nominal de 120
voltios y tiene un enchufe de conexiOn a
tierra que se parece al enchufe (A)
ilustrado en el esquema (Fig. 1).
Puede usarse un adaptador provisional
(D) para conectar este enchufe a un
receptb.culo de 2 polos (E) de no estar
disponible una toma de corriente ade-
cuadamente conectada a tierra (Fig. 2).
El adaptador provisional debe usarse
solamente hasta que pueda instalarse
una toma de corriente adecuadamente
conectada a tierra (B) por un electricista
calificado (Fig. 1). La oreja, aleta, o simi-
lar, rigida de color verde, que se
extiende (F) desde el adaptador debe
conectarse a una conexiOn permanente
a tierra (G) tal como una cubierta de
caja de una toma de corriente ade-
cuadamente conectada a tierra (Fig. 2).
Siempre que se use el adaptador, debe
mantenerse en su lugar mediante un
tornillo de metal.
NOTA: En Canad&., el uso de un adap-
tador provisional no estb. permitido por
el cOdigo Electrico Canadiense.
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A LA TIENDA
Registre y guarde
Este limpiador HOOVER estb.disehado para
la limpieza profunda de alfombrados y
tapetes. Algunos modelos pueden usarse
tambien para limpiar escaleras alfombradas
y tapizados.
El nOmerode modelo y de serie est&.nubica-
dos en la etiqueta de datos en el reversodel
mango del limpiador.
Para sus registros personales, por favor
anote los nOmerosCOMPLETOS de modelo
y de serie en losespacios provistos y
guarde esta informaciOn.
Su limpiador es el modelo
y tiene el nOmerode serie
Se sugiere que usted adjunte su recibo de
compra a este manual del propietario.
Puede requerirse la verificaciOnde la fecha
de compra para obtener el servicio de
garantia de su producto Hoover.
Contenido
SaIvaguardias importantes ..... 16
Piezas necesarias para el
ensamblado ................ 17
Ensamblado del limpiado .... 17-18
Descripeion del limpiador ...... 18
Operacion general .......... 18-19
Llenando el tanque de solution
limpia ................... 18-19
Vaciando el tanque de
recuperation ............... 19
Como usar
Antes de ¢omenzar .......... 19
Despues de limpiar .......... 20
Limpieza de alfombrado .... 20-21
Aspiration de derrames ...... 21
Limpieza de pisos e×puestos.. 21
Limpieza de esealeras
alfombradas ............. 22-23
Limpieza de tapizados ........ 23
Si tiene un problema ........ 23-24
Almacenamiento .............. 23
Lubrication .................. 23
Servicio ..................... 23
Garantia .................... 24
I m
Ensamblado
Contenido de |a
caja
1-1
A. Limpiador
B. Mango superior
C. Pernos y tuercas del mango
D. Soporte para accesorios con tornillo
E. Manguera
F. Soporte para la manguera
G. Boquilla para esealeras y tapiceria
H. Accesorio de mano turboaccionado
I. Aditamento para piso expuesto
Accesorios
J. Detergente para limpieza profunda
de alfombras y tapiceria
Los accesorios adicionales no inclui-
dos con su modelo se pueden comprar
por separado usando el formulario de
pediclo ubicado en el centro de este
manual.
La limpiadora en profundidad ensam-
blada debe tener un aspecto semejante
al del diagrama.
m
1-2
|nsta|e el mango superior
Saque el tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora (tanque superior) de la
limpiadora en profundidad.
1-3
m
Con el gancho para el cordon (A) orien-
tado hacia atra.s de la limpiadora en
profundidad, empuje el mango superior
hacia abajo dentro del mango inferior.
Empuje los pernos en los orificios de la
parte delantera del mango. Si los per-
nos no atraviesan los orificios con
faeilidad se debe a que el mango no
ha sido empujado completamente
hacia abajo.
1-4
m
Insta|e el gancho pata |a
nlangueva
Coloque el soporte para la manguera
(B) en el mango haciendo que las
lengOetasen la rejilla coincidan con las
aberturas de la parte posterior del
mango. CerciOrese de que los orificios
para los pernos esten alineados.
1-5
m
Coloque las tuereas en las depresiones
que esta.n en la parte de arras del
soporte para la manguera. Sostenga
cada tuerca en su lugar, adjustando
cada perno con un destornillador
Phillips (desde la parte delantera del
mango) cuando ajuste los pernos.
Solamente se necesitan dos tuercas
para este modelo. La tuerca extra no se
necesita pero se ha suministrado para
su comodidad.
m
1-6
Accione el gatillo en el mango superi-
or para calzar la varilla del gatillo en
su lugar, cuando las secciones del
mango esten completamente juntas.
1-?
Insta|e e| soporte para |a
accesorio
Saque del soporte el accesorio y los
tornillos que estb.n pegados con cinta.
Introduzca las proyecciones del soporte
en las ranuras que estb.n en la parte de
atrb.s de la limpiadora.
m
1-8
Deslice el soporte hacia abajo para que
quede en su lugar. Introduzca los tornil-
los en (D) y ajOstelos con un destornil-
lador Phillips.
1-9
Reemplace el tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora (tanque superior) colocando
primero la parte inferior. Presione el asa
del tanque para que la parte superior
del tanque encaje en su lugar.
1-10
Para guardar la manguera
y e| accesorio
Estire la manguera e identifique los
extremos.
E. E×tremo de la manguera con
conector para la boquilla
F. Gatillo
G. Tubo de solution
H. E×tremo de la manguera con pieza
de conversion
Nota: Puede ser Otil para usted al alma-
cenar la manguera y la boquilla,
referirse a la information en el reverso
del limpiador y en el e×tremo de la
manguera con el convertidor.
1-11
Comience con el extremo de la
manguera con pieza de conversion (H).
Coloque la pieza de conversion sobre la
lengOeta cerca del soporte para acce-
sorios (I). Presione la pieza de conver-
sion firmemente para encajarla en su
ContinUa ._ 17

lugar. Presione el tube de soluciOn (G)
en el enganche al lade de la pieza de
conversion come se muestra.
1-12
Enrolle la manguera sobre el gancho del
mango superior (J). Presione la
manguera en los clips del soporte supe-
rior para la manguera (K).
1-13
Enrolle la manguera debajo del soporte
inferior para accesorios y contin0e hasta
que el conector para la boquilla este
cerca del soporte superior para la
manguera. Encaje la manguera en su
lugar.
1-14
Presione el cordon en el clip para el
cordon del soporte para la manguera.
Jale el cordon para que quede tirante.
Almacenamiento
de|antero superior de
accesorios
1-15
Acceserie de mane
turbeaccienade
El accesorio de mane turboaccionado
se envia protegido en una bolsa de
plastico. Quite la bolsa antes de usarlo,
abriendo primero la tapa del accesorio.
1-16
Tire el accesorio (A), hacia abajo y
afuera para extraerlo. Para reposicionar
el accesorio, proceda en orden inverse.
1-17'
C6rne velve|' acelecar la
cubierta de accesorios
La cubierta de accesorios esta diseha-
da para que se separe y quede suelta si
se abre demasiado.
Para volver a colocarla, alinee las bis-
agras de la cubierta con los orificios en
los costados del b.rea de almace-
namiento para los accesorios.
Empuje hacia abajo la tapa para fijarla
en su lugar.
18
m
Use
Descripci6n de la
|impiadora en profun-
didad
La limpiadora en profundidad ensambla-
da debe tener un aspecto semejante al
del diagrama.
m
2-1
1. Asa del mango
2. Gatillo surtidor: se oprime para surtir
la soluciOn limpiadora.
3. Enganche del cord6n: coloque el
cordon en el enganche para que no
estorbe cuando este usando la limpia-
dora.
4. Manguera
5. Soporte para la manguera: enrolle la
manguera alrededor del soporte y los
ganchos para guardarla.
6. Ganchos para la manguera
7. Ganchos para el cord6n: enrolle el
cordon en los ganchos para almace-
narlo. El gancho superior se puede
voltear a la derecha o izquierda para
soltar el cordon en forma rb.pida y fb.cil.
8. Accesorio de mane turboaccionado
9. Asa para transportar
10. Asa del tanque para la soluci6n
limpiadora
11. Tapa del tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora/taza para medir
12. El tanque para la soluci6n
limpiadora: contiene la soluciOn
limpiadora
13. Tapa del tanque de recuperaci6n
14. El tanque de recuperaci6n: guarda
la soluciOn usada
15. "Panel delantero" del tanque de
recuperaci6n
16. Cubierta
17. Boquilla
18. Conexi6n de limpieza de tapizados
y escaleras: empuje la puerta abiendola
para conectar el "tube de soluciOn" de la
boquilla para escaleras/tapizados
19. Seguros del tanque de
recuperaci6n: uno en cada lade del
tanque
20. Pedal ON/OFF (encendido/apaga=
do)
21. Pedal para soltar el mango:
pise el pedal para bajar el mango a la
posiciOn de operaciOn (limpieza de
pisos)
22. Aditamento para piso expuesto
23. Boquilla para escaleras y tapiceria
Este limpiador esta dise_ado para use
del hogar.
Opere el limpiador solamente al voltaje
especificado en la plata de dates ubi-
cada en el reverse del limpiador.
Enchufe el limpiador en una toma de
corriente debidamente conectado a
tierra.
m
2-2
m
Pedal de encendido y apa-
gado y pedal para soltar el
_ango
Pise el pedal (A) para encender la
limpiadora. Presione el pedal nueva-
mente para apagarla.
Pise el pedal (B) para bajar el mango a
la posiciOn de operaciOn. El mango no
se queda file en una sola posiciOn sine
que "flota" para permitir una operaciOn
cOmoda.
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Para trarzsportarla
Para mover su limpiadora en profundi-
dad de una habitaciOn a otra, coloque
el mango en la posiciOn vertical traba-
da, incline la limpiadora hacia arras
sobre las ruedas y emp0jela hacia ade-
lante.
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La limpiadora en profundidad tambien
se puede levantar colocando una mane
debajo del asa del tanque superior para
la soluciOn limpiadora come se muestra.
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Apagado autom_tieo
Cuando este Ileno el tanque de recu-
peraciOn (tanque inferior), el mecanismo
de apagado automb.tico interrumpirb, la
succiOn del limpiador.
En ese memento, el disco flotante amar-
illo ascenderb, al tope de la tapa del
tanque de recuperaciOn (vea la ilus-
traciOn). El limpiador no aspirarb, mb.s la
soluciOn sucia y el sonido del motor
emitirb, un tone perceptiblemente mb.s
agudo.
Cuando esto sucede, apague el
limpiador y vacie el tanque de recu-
peraciOn antes de continuar el use.
Inspeccione tambien el tanque de solu-
ciOn limpia: puede requerir ser rellena-
do.
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Los tanques
Tanque para |a solucib.
|impiadora (tanque superior)
El tanque para la soluciOn limpiadora
contiene la soluciOn limpiadora que se
va a dispersar en la superficie a ser
limpiada.
C6mo Ilenar
Desconecte la limpiadora en profundi-

daddelatoma de corriente electrica.
Coloque el mango de la limpiadora en
profundidad en la posici6n vertical para
que quede fijo.
Para sacar el tanque presione hacia
abajo el asa (F) y jale hacia adelante.
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Lleve el tanque al fregadero.
Gire la tapa del tanque en direcciOn del
reloj y levante para quitarla.
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Voltee la tapa (A) para usarla como taza
de medir.
Con la tapa, mida el detergente seg0n
la siguiente tabla.
Para alfombras, escaleras
alfornbradas y tapiceria:
Llene la tapa hasta la linea de llenado
(5 onzas/150 mL) con el detergente
para limpieza profunda Hoover.
Para pisos expuestos:
Llene la tapa hasta la linea de Ilenado
(5 onzas/150 mL) con el limpiador
HOOVER para pisos expuestos*.
No use el limpiador HOOVER para
pisos expuestos en alfombras o
tapiceria. No use ningun tipo de eera
con su limpiadora en profundidad
"SteamVae'.
NOTA: Use solarnente detergentes
HOOVER. Sus formulas son especiales
para usarse con su limpiadora en
profundid ad "SteamVac".
*Disponibles a un costo adicional si no
estb.n incluidos en su modelo.
Para areas de mucho trafico:
Pre=tratarniento con el rociador
limpiador para manchas de
HOOVER *.
Si no tiene acceso al rociador
limpiador para manchas, doble la
cantidad del detergente para limpieza
profunda HOOVER (use 2tapas llenas
o10 onzas/300 mL) por un tanque de
un gal6n/3,8 L.
ATENC|ON:
Los detergentes contienen
surfactantes ani6nicos y no i6nicos.
Evite el contacto con los ojos y la
piel. En caso de contacto con los
ojos, enjuaguelos con agua fria por
15 rninutos. En caso de contacto con
la piel, lavela con agua. Si persiste la
irritacion, Ilame aun medico. Para
obtener inforrnaci6n medica (EE.UU)
Ilame al 1=800-752-7869.
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Vierta el detergente en el tanque.
Llene el tanque hasta la linea de
Ilenado (B) (1 ga16n/3,8 L) con agua
caliente de grifo.
Para obtener el rendimiento adecuado,
use solamente detergente de limpieza
HOOVER.
2-10
Si el anillo de caucho (C) en la tapa se
ha salido de su lugar, vuelvalo a colocar
con el borde no uniforme contra el
borde resaltado (D) como se muestra.
2-11
Vuelva a colocar la tapa. Gire la tapa
en sentido del reloj hasta que encaje
en su lugar. La tapa debe encajar en
su lugar para el funcionamiento
adecuado y para prevenir fugas.
2-12
Coloque la parte inferior del tanque en
la unidad y presione el asa para que el
tanque encaje en su lugar.
Tanque de recuperaci6n:
(tanque inferior)
El tanque de recuperaciOn contiene la
soluciOn sucia que se ha recogido de la
alfombra.
AI Ilenarse el tanque, el mecanismo de
apagado automb.tico funcionarb. (vea la
figura 2-6) y se debe vaciar.
C6mo vaciar el tanque
Apague la lirnpiadora en profundidad
ydesconectela de la toma de
corriente electrica.
Para evitar la posibilidad de fuga,
saque el tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora (Figura 2-6) presionando
hacia abajo el asa del tanque y
jal&.ndola hacia adelante; ponga el
tanque aparte (no Io ponga sobre los
muebles).
2-13
Presione con el pie sobre el pedal de
desenganche del mango y baje el
mango hasta que se apoye sobre el
piso.
AI limpiar escaleras o tapiceria, saque
la manguera haciendo el procedimiento
al reves como se muestra en las
pb.ginas 21 a 22.
Gire los seguros (E) del tanque de recu-
peraciOn (uno a cada lado del tanque)
hacia afuera.
Saque el tanque de la limpiadora y
Ilevelo a un fregadero o sumidero.
2-14
Desenganche la parte posterior de la
tapa del tanque y extraiga la tapa. Vacie
el tanque. Vierta el agua sucia desde la
parte posterior del tanque (F).
2-15
La tapa se vuelve a colocar como una
bisagra. Coloque la parte delantera de
la tapa debajo de las aletas (G) en la
parte delantera del tanque. Gire la tapa
hacia abajo sobre el tanque. Asegurese
clue la tapa este segura en todos los
lados antes de colocar el tanque
sobre el limpiador.
Para obtener una succi6n cornpleta
es importante que la tapa del tanque
de recuperaci6n este asegurada
dibidamente antes de limpiar.
2-16
Vuelva a colocar el tanque y presione
hacia abajo para asegurar que este
asentado apropiadamente en su lugar.
Gire los seguros (E) del tanque de
recuperaci6n hacia adentro (uno en
carla lado del tanque) para calzar el
tanque en su lugar.
Para continuar la limpieza de las
escaleras o del tapizado, vuelva a colo-
car la manguera seg0n se muestra en
las pa.ginas 21 a 22. Levante el mango
a una posiciOn vertical y vuelva a coloar
el tanque superior de soluciOn limpia.
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C6mo se |impia
Antes de empezar la
limpieza
a. Aspire bien - Para obtener los
mejores resultados en las alfombras,
use una aspiradora HOOVER con agita-
dor. Aspire la tapiceria con una aspi-
radora accesorio de limpieza. Use el
accesorio para hendiduras para Ilegar a
las borlas y los pliegues. No use la
lirnpiadora en profundidad
"StearnVac" corno si fuera una aspi=
radora en seco,
b. Para la tapiceria yea el c6digo de
limpieza - Use solamente su limpiadora
en profundidad 'SteamVac' de
HOOVER para tapiceria que este
marcada con una "W" (que significa
para lavado h0medo) o "S/W" (para
limpieza con solvente/en seco o
h0medo). No limpie las telas
mareadas con una "S" (unicarnente
para limpieza con solventelen seco).
Si su tapiceria no tiene un c6digo,
busque la ayuda de un profesional.
c. Haga una prueba para vet si
desti#e el color - Mezcle el detergente
y el agua de acuerdo alas instrucciones
de "Llenado del tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora, figuras 2-6 a 2-12.
Humedezca un paho blanco absorbente
con la soluciOn y frote suavemente la 19

superficiedeunapequehab.rea
escondida con el paho humedecido.
Espere 10 minutos y vea si se ha
destehido o se ha corrido el color,
pasando una toalla de papel o un paho
blanco. Si la superficie tiene mb.s de un
color, examine todos los colores.
d. Cuando limpie todo el piso, saque
los muebles del area clue se va a
limpiar (puede no ser necesario si
solamente se van a limpiar las b.reas de
mucho trb.fico). En caso de que los
muebles sean demasiado pesados para
moverlos, coloque papel de aluminio o
papel encerado debajo de las patas.
Esto evitarb, que el acabado de la
madera tiha la alfombra. Levante con
alfileres los faldones de los muebles y
las cortinas.
e. Prepare las manehas yareas de
mueho trafieo con el lirnpiador para
rnanehas* de Hoover@ - Haga una
prueba para ver si se destihe el color
con limpiador para manchas, rociando
en un &.rea escondida. Espere diez
minutos y absorba con toallas de papel
o pahos blancos.
Si no es visible un cambio de color,
rode el limpiador para manchas en las
manchas y b.reas de trb.fico. Espere por
Io menos diez minutos. Use su
limpiadora en profundidad de
'SteamVac' para recoger el limpiador
para manchas y para las manchas.
Repita hasta que salga la mancha;
refriegue con cuidado con un cepillo de
uso casero si es necesario.
No sature la alfombra ni la tapiceria con
el limpiador para manchas.
Si no tiene acceso al rociador
limpiador para rnanchas, doble la
cantidad del detergente para limpieza
profunda HOOVER en el tanque para
la solucion limpiadora (use 2 tapas
Ilenas o 10 onzas/300 mL pot un
galon/3,8 L).
Ninguna soluciOn limpiadora saca todas
las manchas de todas las alfombras. La
eliminaciOn de manchas varia con el
tipo de derrame, el tiempo que ha
transcurrido antes de que se saque, y el
material y tipo de la alfombra.
f. Para evitar manchar, use pl&.stico o
papel de aluminio para proteger las
superficies de madera o metal de la
posibilidad de ser rociados con agua.
g. Para evitar humedeeer y
posiblernente da#ar los pisos de
madera debajo de las alfornbras de
area o de pared apared mueva las
alfombras a un piso expuesto que no
sea de madera o protejalas, colocando
materiales a prueba de agua (por
ejemplo plb.stico) debajo de las
alfombras antes de limpiarlas.
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Si desea enjuagar, tenga cuidado de no
mojar demasiado la alfombra o la
tapiceria.
Las instrucciones sobre distintas tareas
de limpieza las puede ver en las
pb.ginas 20 a 21.
*Disponible a un costo adicional si no
estb. incluido en su modelo.
Despu_s de haberla usado
a. Deje que sequela alfombra o
tapiceria. Para evitar que la alfombra
quede opaca o se vuelva a ensuciar,
mantenga a los nihos y animales
alejados de la superficie hasta que este
cornpletamente seca. Si es necesario
caminar sobre la alfornbra hurneda,
coloque toallas o pahos blancos en las
b.reas de trb.fico.
Si se deben volver a colocar los
muebles antes de que la alfombra este
seca, coloque pl&.stico o papel de
aluminio debajo de las patas de los
muebles de modo que los deslizadores
de metal o los acabados de madera no
vayan a tehir la alfombra.
b. Si desea, puede enjuagar la
alfombra. Para lirnpiar, no es
necesario enjuagarla, pero puede
mejorar el aspecto de la superficie
despues que se haya secado.
Si desea enjuagar, tenga cuidado de no
mojar demasiado la alfombra o la
tapiceria.
De tiempo, entre la lirnpieza y el
enjuagado, para que la alfombra ola
tapieeria se seque cornpletamente.
Para enjuagar, siga el mismo
procedimiento que para limpiar, usando
agua caliente del grifo, sin detergente
en el tanque superior para la soluciOn
limpiadora.
c. Vacie los tanques, enjuague con
agua limpia y deje secar al aire.
Enjuague la tapa del tanque para la
soluciOn y del tanque de recuperaciOn y
dejelas secar al aire.
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d. Quite los restos del filtro del tanque
de recuperaciOn y enjuague con agua
limpia.
Nora: Si se debe quitar el filtro para
limpieza es mb.sfb.cil reemplazarlo si
estb. mojado.
e. Si desea, aspire bien despues que la
alfombra se haya secado
completamente. Esto ayudarb, a reducir
cualquier sombreado que hayan podido
dejar las escobillas de la limpiadora en
profundidad.
Para limpiar la boquilla
Si hay pelusa u otros restos atascados
en la bocluilla, no intente sacar la
cubierta de la boquilla.
Eche una o dos tazas de agua limpia en
un piso sin alfombras. No vierta agua
un piso de madera.
Recoja el agua con su limpiadora en
profundidad "SteamVac". Repita las
veces que sea necesario para desalojar
cualesquiera restos en la boquilla.
Para limpiar la parte de afuera de la
mb.quina, pase un trapo humedecido en
agua tibia y un detergente suave para
quitar el sucio. Para limpiar la
maquina, no use solventes ni produc-
tos derivados del petroleo.
Limpieza de
a|fombras
Lea las instrucciones "Antes de
cornenzar la limpieza" en la pagina
19.
1. Llene el tanque para la soluciOn
limpiadora (tanque superior) con el
detergente para limpieze profunda
HOOVER de acuerdo a las
instrucciones de las figuras 2-6 a 2-12.
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2. S6quese las manos y enchufe el
cordon en una torna de corriente
electrica debidamente conectada a
tierra.
No lirnpie sobre tornas de corriente
electricas clue esten en los pisos.
3. Para evitar caminar sobre alfombras
hOmedas comience en el extremo de la
habitaciOn mb.s alejado de la puerta o
en el camino al fregadero donde se
vaciarb.n y Ilenarb.n los tanques.
Pise el pedal para soltar el mango y
baje el mango a la posiciOn de
operaciOn; encienda la limpiadora en
profundidad.
4. Apriete el gatillo para surtir la soluci6n
limpiadora y lentamente empuje la
limpiadora en profundidad hacia
adelante (equivale a una pasada
hOmeda).
5. ContinOe apretando el gatillo y jale
lentamente la limpiadora en
profundidad hacia usted (segunda
pasada hOmeda). Suelte el gatillo y
empuje lentamente la limpiadora en
profundidad hacia el &.rea que acaba de
rociar con la soluciOn (pasada seca).
Entonces, lentamente jale la limpiadora
en profundidad de regreso hacia usted
sin apretar el gatillo (pasada seca).
6. Traslape las pasadas por 1
pulgada/2,54 cm para evitar que quede