O |
P |
N |
Unlatch back part of tank lid and remove lid.
Empty tank. Pour dirty water out from the rear of the tank (O).
The lid replaces in a
(P) 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 properly secured before clean- ing.
Replace tank and press down to ensure that it is properly seated in place.
Rotate latches (N) (one on each side of tank) inward to lock tank in place.
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. Do not use the ‘Steam-
Vac’ spotter/carpet cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.
b. Test for colorfastness - Mix deter- gent and water according to the instruc- tions under “Fill solution tank”. Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden area, gently rub the surface with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth. If surface has more than one color, check all colors.
c. 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.
d. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic areas with HOOVER® PreCleaner* - Test PreCleaner 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 is visible, spray Pre- Cleaner onto spots and traffic areas. Wait at least ten minutes. Use your ‘SteamVac’ cleaner to pick up PreClean- er and spot. Repeat until spot is removed; carefully scrub with a house- hold scrub brush if necessary . Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with Pre- Cleaner.
*Available at additional cost.
e. To prevent staining - use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray.
f. To avoid wetting and possible dam- age to wood floors underneath area rugs/carpet - either move area rugs/car- pet to a
After cleaning
a. Allow carpet to dry. To help prevent matting and resoiling the carpet, keep chil- dren and pets away from carpet until it is completely dry.
If it is necessary to walk on damp carpet, 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 appearance after it is dry.
If rinsing is desired, be careful not to over- wet the carpet. Allow time for carpet to dry completely between cleaning and rinsing. To rinse, follow the same procedure for cleaning only using hot tap water with no detergent in the upper clean solution tank.
c.Empty tanks, rinse with clear water and let air dry.
d.Remove debris from recovery tank filter and rinse with clean water.
Note: If the filter must be removed for cleaning, it is easier to replace if the filter is wet.
e. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after car- pet has completely dried. This will help reduce any shading left by the cleaner’s brushes.
To clean nozzle
If lint or other debris becomes lodged in the nozzle, do not attempt to remove nozzle cover.
Pour one to two cups of clear water on a
To clean the outside of the machine, wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in warm water and mild detergent. Do not use sol- vent or petroleum based products to clean the machine.
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