Hoover FH50750 Product Manual - Page 2

GETTING STARTED ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Do not use this EXTRACTOR on hard floors. Using this PRODUCT on hard floors may scratch or damage your floor. HOW TO CLEAN CARPETS HOW TO CLEAN THE DIRTY WATER TANK (CONT'D) HOW TO REMOVE & CLEAN THE BRUSH ROLL REPLACING THE BELT (CONT'D) AND REMOVE THE BELT (CONT'D) 21 1 1 Fully assemble product prior to use. Insert the Upper Handle into Upper Handle Pole and insert Upper Handle Pole into the base. You will hear a "CLICK" when each end locks into place. 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. Ensure the tank is secured before cleaning. 2 Slide the Clean Water Tank into place. Push down firmly. NOTE: To avoid damage to wood floors underneath area rugs or carpet, place waterproof material (ex: plastic) underneath them before cleaning. 3 Squeeze trigger for a slow forward and backward wet stroke. OPERATION FILL THE CLEAN WATER TANK 4 Release trigger for a slow forward and backward dry stroke. To Rinse: Fill with warm water and omit adding solution to the Clean Water Tank. WARNING: Risk of personal injury - Brush roll may suddenly restart - 1 unplug before cleaning or servicing. This product contains no serviceable parts. If appliance is not working as it should, has Lift up to remove the Clean Water Tank, then been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or remove the cap and add warm water to the fill dropped into water, call customer service at line. Add Hoover Solution to the solution fill 1.800.944.9200 prior to continuing use. line. Secure cap. HOW TO CLEAN THE DIRTY WATER TANK To Dry System: Run system for ten seconds before shutting off without engaging trigger. 4 3 Replace Dirty Water Tank by tilting back then Remove underside belt cover then pull brush rocking it forward to snap into place. roll out. Belt will still be attached to cleaner. MAINTENANCE HOW TO REMOVE & CLEAN THE BRUSH ROLL AND REMOVE THE BELT CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, unplug before servicing. 1 Remove the nozzle cover by pulling up and forward on the latch. Rinse nozzle cover and allow to air dry. 4 Rinse brush roll and allow to air dry. 5 Slide belt off shaft and remove. If replacing belt, install the new belt. REPLACING THE BELT *in front of wheel 1 Place new belt on motor shaft. 2 Lay the product down to access the underside. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove 6 screws. Arrows show location of screws on the underside of your cleaner. 2 Slip brush roll through belt. 3 Position non-belt side end cap of brush roll into pockets. 4 Carefully stretch belt to position the other end cap into the pocket. 5 Replace belt cover and secure by replacing all 6 screws. NOTE: Rotate brush rolls manually to make sure belt is not twisted or pinched. 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. STORAGE: Wrap the power cord around the cord hooks for convenient storage. Attach the plug end to the cord. Allow brushes and underside of carpet cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing carpet cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface. 2 Align the tank and firmly press it into place. NOTE: Cap must be locked in place for proper performance and to prevent leaking. 1 Turn power OFF and unplug the power cord. NOTE: Read the directions on the Hoover® Carpet Cleaning fluid prior to use. CLEANING FLUID: SEE THE HOOVER SOLUTION GUIDE insert or 2 visit Hoover.com/cleaning-solutions. CAUTION: Open the Quick Pour Spout to empty the tank. Not to be used for Rinse, and allow to air dry. grooming a pet. BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEANING 1.Vacuum carpet and upholstery thoroughly with a Hoover vacuum before use. Don't use the carpet cleaner as a traditional vacuum cleaner. 2.Use your Hoover carpet cleaner only if upholstery fabric is marked with a "W" (for 3 "wet" clean) or "S/W" (for "solvent/dry" or "wet" clean). Don't clean fabric marked "S" ("solvent/dry" clean only). 3.Test for colorfastness in a small, hidden area. Gently rub surface with a dampened white cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for color Prior to replacing tank, check and clean filter as needed. removal or bleed with a white paper towel. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Risk of personal injury - Brush roll may suddenly restart - unplug before cleaning or servicing. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES SUCH AS SOLUTIONS AVAILABLE 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. ALWAYS IDENTIFY YOUR CLEANER BY THE COMPLETE MODEL NUMBER. (THE MODEL NUMBER APPEARS ON THE BACK OF THE CLEANER.) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Cleaner won't run 1. Not firmly plugged in 1. Plug unit in firmly 2. No voltage in wall plug 2. Check fuse or breaker in home 3. Blown fuse or tripped breaker 3. Replace fuse or reset breaker in home 4. Fuse in cleaner blown 4. Take to service center Low suction 1. Dirty Water Tank full/automatic shut off engaged 1. Remove and empty Dirty Water Tank. 2. Dirty Water Cap or Plug not on correctly 2. Tighten 3. Dirty Water Tank Debris Filter Clogged 3. See "How to Clean Dirty Water Tank" 4. Blockage in nozzle 4. See "Maintenance" 5. Dirty Water Tank not properly secured 5. Replace Dirty Water Tank securely 6. Clogged Filter 6. Clean it Clean water won't dispense 1. Clean Water Tank not firmly in place 2. Clean Water Tank or solution container empty 1. Make sure tank is securely locked in position 2. Refill container according to cleaning instructions 3. Ensure trigger is being pulled Brushes won't rotate 1. Check for jams and/or broken belt during floor cleaning 1. Turn the cleaner off and unplug from electrical outlet. Remove any obstructive debris or replace the belt.