32). Make sure the outside edges are pushed up tight against the nozzle. remove the squeegee to
return to cleaning carpets. Read “Before you begin cleaning” instructions on page 10.
CAUTION ! Do not use the carpet cleaner on unsealed hardwood floors. 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 floors if any of these conditions
exist.
How to Clean Hard Floors
1. Fill clean water tank according to instructions for Fig. 18.
2. Fill detergent container with Hoover Hard Floor Cleaner according to instructions for Fig. 19.
3. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
4. Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating postion.
5. Set Wash/Rinse Setting switch to WASH.
6. To release solution, press trigger. Slowly move cleaner forward and backward over area to be
cleaned. Water and detergent will be released on the forward stroke.
7. To pick up dirty solution, release trigger and slowly move cleaner over area where solution has just
been dispensed. Use both forward and reverse strokes.
8. If rinsing the floor is desired, set Wash/Rinse Setting switch to RINSE. Repeat steps 7 & 8.This
setting provides a water-only rinse in both the forward and reverse strokes. Rinsing is not necessary,
but will help remove detergent residue from the floor.
9. Empty recovery tank when the motor sound becomes higher pitched and there is a loss of suction (
see “Automatic shut-off, Pg. 9).
10. When finished cleaning, follow “After Use” instructions on page 11. Unplug the cleaner from
electrical outlet and remove squeegee from nozzle. Rinse it in clear water.