Using the scrub tool
With a little solution, test the scrub tool on a hidden area before using on the desired surface. If no surface change is visible, continue to use as described below.
1.Attach hose and solution tube as instructed in Figs.
2.Place handle in upright position.
3.Fill clean water tank according to instructions for Figs.
4.Fill detergent container with HOOVER Bare Floor Cleaner according to instruc- tions for Figs.
5.Attach tool to end of hose.
6.Hold scrub tool above area to be cleaned and press trigger to dispense solution.
7.Release trigger and scrub area with tool. Pick up dirty solution with squeegee as shown.
After using scrub tool
To clean scrub pad, pull it off module. Wash it in water with mild detergent. Rinse and let air dry. Pad must be com- pletely dry before reattaching to module.
Replacement pads may also be pur- chased. Ask for HOOVER part no. 40308001.
Cleaning carpeted stairs
Read “Before you begin cleaning” instructions on page 9.
1.Attach hose and solution tube as instructed in Figs.
2.Place handle in upright position.
Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position.
3.Fill clean water tank according to instructions for Figs.
4.Fill detergent container with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs
5.Attach tool to end of hose.
6.Hose length may require that machine be placed at the top of the stairs to clean upper half of stairway and at bottom 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.
7.Dry hands and plug deep cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
8.Set Wash/Rinse switch to WASH. Turn cleaner ON.
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10.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.
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11.Lift tool, and position it against riser. Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing trigger (dry stroke).
12.Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking.
It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above. End with more dry strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet.
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.
13.Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction (see “Automatic
When finished cleaning, follow “After cleaning” instructions on pages 9 & 10 and “After using tool” instructions on page 13.
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