GETTING STARTED
ASSEMBLY
Fully assemble product prior to use.
1
Insert the handle into the base until you hear
a "CLICK".
OPERATION
FILL THE CLEAN WATER TANK
Max
fill
line
1
Lift up to remove the Clean Water Tank,
then remove the cap and add warm water
to the fill line. Add 3oz. of Hoover Solution.
Secure cap.
CLEANING FLUID
SEE THE HOOVER'S SOLUTION GUIDE insert or
visit Hoover.com/cleaning-solutions.
2
Align the tank and firmly press it into place.
HOW TO CLEAN CARPETS
2
1
1
Step on the Handle Release Pedal to
recline the cleaner for cleaning position.
2
Step on the Power Pedal to turn ON.
IMPORTANT: Empty Dirty Water Tank
when you hear an audible change.
3
Squeeze trigger for a slow forward and
backward wet stroke.
4
Release trigger for a slow forward and
backward dry stroke.
CAUTION:
Not to be used for
grooming a pet.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE THIS
EXTRACTOR ON HARD FLOORS. USING THIS
PRODUCT ON HARD FLOORS MAY SCRATCH
OR DAMAGE YOUR FLOOR.
HOW TO CLEAN THE DIRTY
WATER TANK
WARNING:
Risk of personal injury
– Brush roll may suddenly restart –
unplug before cleaning or servicing.
This product contains no serviceable parts.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, call customer service at 1.800.944.9200
prior to continuing use.
1
Turn power OFF and unplug the power cord.
2
Grab the Dirty Water Tank handle and pull up
to remove.
3
Unlatch the lid to remove the top. Remove
the filter basket and clear any debris.
Empty the tank, rinse, and allow to air dry.
AUTO SHUT OFF FLOAT: Your carpet cleaner is
equipped with a shut off float within your Dirty
Water Tank. When the Dirty Water Tank becomes
full, the float will rise, shutting off the air flow
through the nozzle. Once the air flow is shut off,
empty the Dirty Water Tank.
MAINTENANCE
HOW TO REMOVE &
CLEAN THE BRUSH ROLL
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of
injury from moving parts, unplug before
servicing.
LUBRICATION: The motor is equipped with
bearings which contain sufficient lubrication
for their lifetime. The addition of lubricant
could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to
motor bearings.
1
Remove the nozzle cover by pulling up and
forward on the latch.
HOW TO REMOVE & CLEAN
THE BRUSH ROLL (CONT'D)
2
Lay the product down to access the underside.
Use a Philips screwdriver to remove 6 screws.
Arrows show location of screws on the under-
side of your cleaner.
3
Remove underside belt cover and the brush
roll end cap.
4
Pull both brush rolls out toward user to remove
from cleaner. Belt will still be attached to cleaner.
CORD STORAGE: Wrap the power cord around
the cord hooks for convenient storage. Attach
the plug end to the cord.
TROUBLESHOOTING
AVAILABLE REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES SUCH AS SOLUTIONS AT HOOVER.COM.
IF APPLIANCE IS NOT WORKING AS IT SHOULD, HAS BEEN DROPPED, DAMAGED, LEFT OUTDOORS, OR DROPPED INTO WATER, CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT
1-800-944-9200 PRIOR TO CONTINUING USE.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Not firmly plugged in.
Cleaner won't run
2. No voltage in wall plug.
3. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.
4. Fuse in cleaner blown.
5. On/Off pedal not depressed.
1. Dirty Water Tank full/automatic shut off engaged. 1. Remove and empty Dirty Water Tank. See "How to Empty."
Low suction
2. Blockage in tool on end of hose.
3. Dirty Water Lid not on correctly.
4. Dirty Water Tank Debris Filter clogged.
5. Blockage in nozzle.
6. Recovery Tank not properly secured.
7. Recovery Nozzle not on correctly.
8. Blockage in hose.
1. Clean Water Tank is empty.
Hose Nozzle stops spraying
liquid during use
2. Loose connection to connection port on foot of
cleaner.
Accessory Tool will not spray
1. Air is trapped in the hose & pump.
after filling the Clean Water
Tank or Solution Tank
1. Pump is defective.
Hose will not spray after
priming pump
2. Not connected properly.
1. Clean Water Tank not firmly in place.
Clean water won't dispense
2. Clean Water Tank empty.
1. Belt is broken.
Brushes won't rotate during
floor cleaning
2. Unit in upright position.
1. Clean Water Tank or Dirty Water Tank not FIRMLY
Water is Leaking out of
in place.
Carpet Cleaner
REMOVING THE BELT
5
To remove belt, unscrew foot side cover from
underside (3 screws).
6
Flip cleaner upright and remove upper belt
cover from foot.
7
Slide belt off shaft and remove. If replacing
belt, install the new belt.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
personal injury, unplug before cleaning
or servicing.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker in home.
3. Replace fuse or reset breaker in home.
4. Take to service center.
5. Press pedal.
2. Remove tool and clear blockage.
3. Make sure lid is on securely. See "How to Clean."
4. See "How to Clean."
5. See "How to Clean."
6. Replace Recovery Tank and secure recovery tank latch.
7. Remove and replace Recovery Nozzle. See "How to Remove
& Clean Nozzle."
8. Drop a coin through, clear with broom handle.
1. Turn off Cleaner and fill Clean Water tank.
2. Check for secure connection to connection port on foot of
Cleaner.
1. Turn on the Cleaner. If hose does not spray, prime the pump
by lowering the hose down to the floor and hold the trigger for
up to on minute.
2. Aim downward & squeeze trigger.
1. Call for service: 1-800-944-9200.
2. Check connection.
1. Make sure tank is securely locked in position.
2. Refill container according to cleaning instructions.
1. Replace belt. See "Maintenance."
2. Brushes will not rotate in upright position. Step on handle
release to start cleaning.
1. Make sure the tank is secure.
2. Carpet Cleaner may drip residual moisture after use. Allow unit
and brushes to dry before storing on hard floor surface.
REPLACING THE BRUSH ROLL
1
Slip brush roll through belt. Make sure belt is
centered on pulley when replacing.
2
With belt in place, pull and slide brush roll
into unit, making sure that the brush roll end
caps are in correct orientation.
3
Replace belt cover and secure by replacing
all 6 screws.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury
from moving parts - Unplug before servicing.
Do not use cleaner without brushes in place.