Hoover F7412 Manual - Page 20

After using scrub tool To clean scrub pad, pull it off module. Wash it in water with mild detergent. Rinse and let air dry. Pad must be completely dry before reattaching to module. Replavcement pads may also be purchased. Ask for HOOVER part no. 40308001. Cleaning carpeted stairs Read "Before you begin cleaning" instructions on page 13. 1. Attach hose and solution tube as instructed in Figs. 3.13 to 3.14. 2. Place handle in upright position. Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position. 3. Fill clean water tank according to instructions for Figs. 2.9 to 2.10. 4. Fill detergent container with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Fig. 2.11. 5. Attach tool to end of hose. 6. Hose length may require that machine be placed at the top of the stairs to clean upper half of stairway and at bottom of stairs to clean lower half. To prevent machine from falling, use extra caution when cleaning on stairs. Do not place cleaner on stairs. Do not point tools toward people or pets. 7. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet. 8. Set Rinse Setting switch to WASH-Rinse. Turn cleaner ON. 9. Pre-spray the carpeted stair by holding the tool (A) or (B) about one inch above the carpet and push it forward while pressing the trigger (equals one wet stroke)(Fig 2.23). 10. Position tool against the riser and slightly press it into carpet pile. Press the trigger and pull the tool slowly over the carpet (second wet stroke). Release trigger at end of stroke. 3.23 3.24 A B 11. Lift tool, and position it against riser. Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing trigger (dry stroke) (Fig. 2.24). 12. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking. It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above. End with more dry strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet. To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area. Always end with dry strokes. If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the carpet is completely dry before using the tool again. 13. Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic shut-off", Fig. 2.18). When finished cleaning, follow "After cleaning" instructions on page 16 and "After using tool" instructions on page 19. www.hoover.com 20 Cleaning upholstery Read "Before you begin cleaning" instructions on page 13. Be sure to check the cleaning code on your upholstery. Use your cleaner only on upholstery marked "W" or "W/S". 1. Attach hose and solution tube as instructed in Figs. 3.13 to 3.14. 2. Place handle in upright position. Agitator brushes will not rotate while handle is in upright position. 3. Fill clean water tank according to instructions for Figs. 2.9 to 2.10. 4. Fill detergent container with HOOVER Carpet/Upholstery Detergent according to instructions for Figs. 2.11. Do not use hard floor cleaning solution when cleaning upholster y. 5. Attach tool to end of hose. Do not point tools toward people or pets. 6. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet. 7. Set Rinse Setting switch to WASH-Rinse. Turn cleaner ON. 8. Gently press the tool onto the fabric. Press the trigger and slowly pull the nozzle over the fabric (Fig. 3.25). 9. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking. Make additional strokes without pressing the trigger to remove more moisture. 10. To clean in corners or creases, lift the tool one-half inch from the fabric and press the solution trigger. Storage Before storing: • Empty clean water tank and let air dry. Replace on cleaner. • Unused detergent can be stored in the detergent container. • Empty recovery tank, rinse tank and lid thoroughly with clean water and let air dry. Allow brushes and underside of carpet cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing carpet cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface. Do not store carpet cleaner with a full solution tank In place. 3.25 3.26 11. Vacuum up the solution with the tool without pressing the trigger. 12. For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process. Make crisscrossing strokes to the original pattern; overlap each pass (Fig. 3.26). Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one area to prevent over-wetting and damage to fabric. If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the upholstery is completely dry before using the tool again. 13. Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction (see "Automatic shut-off", Fig. 2.18). When finished cleaning, follow "After cleaning" instructions on page 16 and "After using tool" instructions on page 19. Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Therefore, do not add lubricant to motor bearings. 21 www.hoover.com