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Important Safeguards! When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Grounding Instructions A B 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. • For use on bare floors or sealed wood floors. NOT for use on carpets. • Always install float before any wet pick up operation.
To contact us: Contents • www.hoover.com Important safeguards . . . . . . . . 2 Carton contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cleaner description . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly Handle assembly. . . . . . . . . . . 5 Brush/nozzle assembly . . . . 5-6 General Operation Mode selector dial. . . . . . . . . . 8 Solution tank . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Recovery tank . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Automatic shut-off . . . . . . . . 10 To clean filters . . . . . . . . . 11-12 How to clean Recommended cleaning sequence.
Cleaner Description This cleaner is intended for household use. 1 1 Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner. Plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet. 2 3 4 17 4 5 18 23 21 6 7 8 22 22 9 16 24 19 10 11 15 20 12 11 14 13 This user manual applies to models with either 6 or 7 brushes. Features 1. 2. 3. Soft hand grip ON/OFF switch Solution trigger: squeeze to release cleaning solution 4.
Assemble handle 2 2 Rotate bottom handle support (A) up to the upright position until a snap is felt. A 3 3 Align control rod (B) on upper handle (C) with slot in bottom handle support (D). C D B 4 Push upper handle (C) all the way down until you hear it snap in place. 4 C 5 Install brushes and nozzle B 5 A To install brushes, place handle in upright position. Tilt cleaner back so that it rests on the floor. Align post (A) on brush block with hole (B) on bottom of cleaner.
6 Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place. To install nozzle, make sure latches (C) are out. For easier installation, place cleaner in upright position. 7 Align middle section (D) of nozzle with opening (E) on cleaner. 7 C Remove cardboard packing insert from squeegee area on underside of nozzle. While holding nozzle in place, slide latches inward to lock in place. Tool caddy 9 9 The caddy conveniently fits over the top of the cleaner nozzle (A) for storage.
10 E C I H F J G A B D Store hose, tools and accessories To store hose: Place the hose grip (A) into 10 slot (B) on back of caddy. Pull hose up and press into cut-out area (C). Continue wrapping hose down, underneath tongue (D), and J back up, pressing into second cut-out area (E). Place hose end (F) into slot (G) on back of caddy. Place floor swivel tool (H), telescoping wand (I) and detergent (J) into caddy as shown.
Transporting 15 To move your cleaner from room to 15 room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward. 16 16 The cleaner may also be lifted using the carrying handle (A) on the front of the cleaner. A General operation Your HOOVER FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ Cleaner can be used to both vacuum dry debris and wet clean non-carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile, marble and sealed wood. It is not intended for use on carpet or rugs.
The tanks 19 Solution (upper) tank The solution tank holds detergent and water that is to be dispersed onto the surface being cleaned. How to fill Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Place cleaner handle in upright, locked position. 20 A To remove tank, squeeze release button and pull tank 19 straight out. Carry tank to a sink. Rotate tank cap counter-clockwise and lift up to remove cap 20 (A). 21 Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a measuring cup.
If rubber ring (D) on cap has become dislodged, reposi23 tion it with uneven side against ledge (E) as shown. 23 E 24 Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise until it locks in place. Cap must be locked in place for proper performance and to prevent leaking. 24 25 25 Slide tank straight into position until latch snaps in place. Recovery (lower) tank Automatic shut-off An automatic suction shut-off is built into the recovery tank to prevent the tank from overflowing.
How to empty Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet. Although not necessary for satisfactory performance, it is recommended that the recovery tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and before wet operation. Check the solution tank also. It may need to be refilled at this time. 26 B To remove tank, press down on release button (B) 26 and pull tank straight out. 27 C 27 Remove tank lid (C). Empty tank. To clean filters The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter.
30 Dry or loose debris will also collect on the filter screen 30 located in the tank lid. D To remove debris from screen, remove the pleated filter from the lid. Remove debris from screen (D). The filter screen may also be cleaned by rinsing it under running water. Reposition pleated filter in lid. Replace lid onto recovery tank, pressing down firmly until snapped in place.
Cleaning floors NOTE: Your HOOVER® FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that have been sealed with a polyurethane coating and can be cleaned with water. CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors, follow the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning recommendations. If using cleaner on sealed wood floors, inspect floor surface for worn finish, bare wood or separated joints. Do not use FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ cleaner to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these conditions exist.
Using the tools 34 Floor swivel tool • Swivel head 34 • 2 rows of brushes • Use to clean small, tight areas Attach hose and tool Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. 35 How to connect hose B C 35 ✓Open hose door (A) on side of cleaner. ✓ Align hose connector (B) with hose and solution ports (C). ✓ Insert hose connector (B) until it snaps in place. D A ✓ To disconnect hose: Squeeze the hook (D) on bottom of hose connector. Remove hose from port. ✓ Close hose door tightly.
The handle must be in the upright position in order to get cleaning solution through the hose. NOTE: It may be necessary to remove air from the system (prime the pump) so the clean solution will flow to the tool. After attaching the tool to the hose, turn the cleaner ON. Put the tool against your hand to block off the suction. Wait a few seconds, then squeeze the trigger and begin cleaning. Using the tool 38 38 ✓ Squeeze and hold trigger (A) in hose grip to release cleaning solution.
Maintenance Cleaning the nozzle 42 Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. A The cleaner’s nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning. A 42 Slide the two nozzle release latches (A) outward. 43 B 43 Remove nozzle (B) by pulling straight out. Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris from 44 squeegee (C) and wipe with a damp cloth. 45 To replace nozzle, make sure latches (D) are out. Cleaner should be in the upright position for easier assembly of the nozzle.
Cleaning the brushes 47 The brush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. A A Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside. 47 Pull the two nozzle release buttons (A) out. Remove nozzle. 48 B Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on floor. Push two brush release buttons (B) and remove the brush 48 assembly. The brushes can be washed with a mild detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based detergent.
Troubleshooting Use the list below to help solve minor problems. What’s the problem? Cleaner won’t run Low suction Water puddling behind cleaner Won’t pick up dirty solution Cleaner pushes a line of dry debris in front of it Cleaning solution won’t dispense Brushes won’t rotate 18 What to do ✓ Make sure the cleaner is plugged in firmly. ✓ Check the fuse or breaker. ✓ Empty the recovery tank; it may be full and the automatic shut-off engaged.
Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor bearings. Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover Sales and Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by: ✓ Checking the Service Section of Hoover on-line at www.hoover.
Full One Year Warranty (Domestic Use) Your HOOVER® appliance is warranted in normal household use, in accordance with the Owner’s Manual against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of one full year from date of purchase. This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period.
