How to attach bare floor attachment

Cleaning bare floors

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. 2-9 to remove clean solu- tion tank. Set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).

Refer to Fig. 2-16 to remove recovery tank.

With handle in upright position, tilt clean- er back so that handle rests on the floor.

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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.

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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 reposition clean solution tank.

To clean floor

Read Before you begin cleaning instructions on page 10.

Do not use the SteamVac deep clean- er 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 8 and 9.

Do not use any type of wax with your SteamVac deep cleaner.

Move speed selector to the Lo or Hl position for scrubbing or OFF if scrubbing is not desired.

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 dis- persed. 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 8).

When finished cleaning, follow “After cleaning” instructions on page 11.

Remove attachment from nozzle and rinse in clear water. Do not remove plastic screen or foam from attach- ment.

Using the tools

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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.

C. Utility nozzle (not included with all models) can be used for carpet and upholstery in vehicles.

How to attach hose

Disconnect deep cleaner from electri- cal outlet.

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1.To prevent possible leaking, remove clean solution tank by pressing down on tank handle (D) and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture). Remove hose from storage rack.

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2.Step on handle release pedal (E) and lower deep cleaner handle until it rests on the floor.

Unlatch back part of recovery tank and remove lid.