User manual HOOVER A0125

[. . . ] If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and grounding plug (A). The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet (B) that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Owner's Manual Review this manual before operating carpet cleaning machine. (A) Record and Retain This HOOVER carpet cleaning machine is designed for deep cleaning of carpet, and rugs. Some models can also be used to clean carpeted stairs and upholstery. [. . . ] This will prevent wood finishes from staining carpet. Pretreat spots and heavy traffic areas with HOOVER® PreCleaner* - Test PreCleaner for colorfastness by first spraying it on a hidden area; wait ten minutes and blot with white paper towels or cloth. If no color change is visible, spray PreCleaner onto spots and traffic areas. Use your `SteamVac' carpet cleaning machine to pick up PreCleaner and spot. Repeat until spot is removed; carefully scrub with a household scrub brush if necessary . Do not saturate carpet or upholstery with PreCleaner. No cleaning solution removes all stains from all carpets. Stain removal varies with the type of spill, time elapsed before removal, carpet material, and carpet type. *Available at additional cost if not included with your model. To prevent staining, use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray. See pages 8-11 for instructions on various cleaning tasks. REAR OF TANK Unlatch back part of tank lid and remove lid. Note: If the filter must be removed for cleaning, it is easier to replace if the filter is wet. If desired, vacuum thoroughly after carpet has completely dried. Squeeze trigger to release cleaning solution and slowly push carpet cleaning machine forward (equals one wet stroke). Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly pull carpet cleaning machine back toward you (second wet stroke). Release trigger and slowly push carpet cleaning machine forward over area just sprayed with solution (dry stroke). Then slowly pull carpet cleaning machine back to ward you without squeezing trigger (dry stroke). Keep nozzle flat on floor for both forward and reverse strokes. To avoid saturating carpet, do not use more than 4 wet strokes over one area. It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above. For best cleaning results and to aid in faster drying of carpet, end with more dry strokes. (Continue using dry strokes until little water is visible passing through the recovery tank lid. ) NOTE: Check the recovery tank for fullness often. Empty tank if it appears full even if automatic shut-off (pg. [. . . ] Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one area to prevent overwetting and damage to fabric. NOTE: Check the recovery tank for fullness often. Empty tank if it appears full even if automatic shut-off (pg. If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the upholstery is completely dry before using the nozzle again. [. . . ]