Hoover FloorMAX Supreme Maintenance, Using dry-cleaning compounds, Splash guard, Tank and tubing

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Crisscross area to work foam uniformly into the carpet (see illustration) until the foam disappears. The final strokes over each area should always be in the same direction.

Repeat the process over another 3 ft. x 3 ft. area (1m x 1m), overlapping the areas by several inches. Continue until a 3 ft. (1m) length the width of the carpet or rug has been cleaned.

4. Allow carpet to dry

The length of time for drying varies; however, overnight drying is desirable whenever possible. The use of an electric fan to speed drying is helpful. If it is necessary to walk on the carpet before it is dry, 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 or rug.

5. Vacuum dry carpet

Vacuum area thoroughly after it is dry to remove the dry detergent and the dirt loosened by the cleaning process.

Frequent vacuuming during the first week after shampooing will enhance the appearance of the carpet.

Using dry-cleaning compounds

The floor machine may be used to work dry-cleaning compounds or powders into carpet or rugs. Do not put these substances into the tank and be sure shampoo brushes are dry. Test a small area of carpet for colorfastness by sprinkling a small amount of powder and wiping with a white cloth. Then check for texture change by using floor machine with dry brushes in the same area. If color and texture are not affect- ed follow directions on container for amounts to use and drying time.

After the compound has dried, vacuum area thoroughly using a HOOVER vacu- um cleaner for best results. Install a new disposable bag in vacuum cleaner to insure complete removal of cleaning compound and dirt. Frequent bag changes may be necessary when a powdered dry-cleaning compound is used.

3. Maintenance

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your appliance will ensure con- tinued cleaning effectiveness.

Splash guard

Wipe splash guard with dry cleaning fluid or liquid soap to remove wax and dirt after each use.

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Tank and tubing

Wash and rinse tank after each use. Occasionally unscrew the cap on the bottom of the tank and rinse cap with clear water to prevent clogging of the opening. Remove tubing occasionally to wash and rinse.

Floor machine base

Remove brushes and dry bottom of floor machine with a paper towel or cloth before storing.

Brushes

The brushes need to be washed in warm water and detergent to remove wax. Rinse well. Shake to remove excess water. To dry, place on paper towels with brushes turned toward towels. Let brushes dry before reattaching. To clean shampoo brushes, hold under warm water to remove any lint that has collect- ed. Wash heavy duty cleaning and wax- ing pads the same way as brushes; rinse, and shake water from them.

Soft cloth, felt and high luster polishing pads

The pads should be washed occasionally to remove wax. If the floor machine does not glide easily when buffing floors, it may be due to an accumulation of wax on the pads.

Pads should be washed in the same way as brushes. Shake the high luster pads several times while drying to re s t o re fluff i- n e s s .

Let pads dry thoroughly before re - u s i n g .

The felt and high luster pads must be c o m p l e t e ly dry to polish floors .

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