Hoover Compact Spot Cleaner owner manual Important Safeguards, Unpacking

Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow

basic precaution, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS 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 Instruc- tions”.

•Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.

•Do not carry compact spot cleaner while in use.

•Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

•Use compact spot cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions. Use only attachments recommended 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 a 3-pole receptacle that accepts the machine plug.

•Unplug compact spot cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

•Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the compact spot cleaner.

•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 as a handle, 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 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 compact spot cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.

•Do not point nozzle tool toward people or pets.

•To assist in reducing drying time, be certain the area is well ventilated when using detergents and other cleaners with this appliance.

•Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children’s reach.

•Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gaso- line 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 cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

•Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the compact spot cleaner. They may damage the cleaner.

•Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

•Do not put any object into openings. 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 resoiling, avoid contact with carpets until they are dry. Keep children and pets away from carpets until they are completely dry.

•Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.

Questions or Concerns?

The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regard- ing its use. Look on the list provided with the product for your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) or call:

1-800-944-9200for an automated referral

of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) or

1-330-499-9499(U.S.) or 1-800-263-6376

(Canada)to speak with a Hoover representative.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE.

Unpacking

Unpack compact spot cleaner from the carton. Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing.

With the cord wrapped around the handle, the cleaner will look like the drawing below.

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Detergent

Reduces

Allergens 12

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1.Carrying handle: wrap cord around handle for storage

2.Fill cap: covers fill port

3.Cleaner lid and motor housing

4.Lid latches: one on each side of tank

5.Solution tank: holds cleaning solution

6.Recovery tank: holds dirty solution

7.Hose tray and nozzle caddy: for storing hose and nozzle

8.Pour spout: for emptying recovery tank

9.Hose and nozzle: has built-in brush

10.ON-OFF switch

11.Trigger: releases cleaning solution from solution tube inside hose

12.‘SteamVac Jr.’ Detergent

This compact spot cleaner intended for house- hold use.

Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on

Save these instructions! data label on back of handle.

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