Hoover Power Scrub Elite User Manual

Hoover Power Scrub Elite

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DAMAGE, OR INJURY:

• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate cleaner only at the voltage specified on the data plate on the lower back of the cleaner.
• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.
• Use indoors only.
• Do not immerse. Use only on carpet moistened by the cleaning process.
• Use only HOOVER cleaning products intended for use with this machine.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from the product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other objects into any openings.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments and products.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place the product on the cord. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place the cleaner at the bottom of the stairs or on the floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or fine wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
• Unplug before connecting the SpinScrub® powered hand tool.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without filters and tanks in place.
• Do not clean over the floor electrical outlets.

Carton Contents

CARTON CONTENTS

• A. Carpet Cleaner
• B. Water/Solution Tank
• C. Upper Handle
• D. Handle Screws
• E. SpinScrub® Brush

Assembly

• F. Mesh Tool Storage Bag
• G. Accessory Hose
• H. Upholstery Tool*
• I. Stair Tool*
• J. Crevice Tool*
  K. 2-in-1 Antimicrobial Tool*
  L. Sample Bottle of Cleaning

Solution

*Tools vary per model. Accessories not included with your model may be purchased separately by visiting Hoover.com

How to assemble your Power Scrub Elite

1. Insert the handle into the base.
2. Insert both screws and tighten with a screwdriver.
3. Angle the Solution/Clean Water tank above the Dirty Water Recovery Tank and click it into place.
4. Wrap the power cord around the cord hooks for convenient storage.

Features

1. Water & Solution Trigger: Press to release
2. ON/OFF Pedal
3. Wash/Rinse Mode Selector
4. Clean Water/Solution Tank
5. Dirty Water Recovery Tank
6. Dirty Water Recovery Tank Latch
7. Solution Connection Port for Hose
8. Nozzle
9. Hose Connection Port
10. Cord Storage Hook
11. Handle Release Pedal
12. Cord Clip
13. Cleaning Mode Dial
14. Clean Water Fill Port
15.  Solution Fill Port

Cleaning Modes

1. Turn the cleaning mode selection dial on the base of the unit to choose your preferred cleaning mode. Align arrow to preferred mode.
   • Quick Clean Mode: Best for a quick, surface clean because carpets dry in less than 1 hour.
   •  Deep Clean Mode: Best overall results for a thorough, deep clean.

Tools

• A. Stair Tool*: 6 inches wide with 2 built-in rows of bristles for cleaning carpeted stairs.
• B. Upholstery Tool*: 1 row of bristles for effectively cleaning upholstery.
• C. Crevice Tool*: Great for use around baseboards and hard to reach areas.
• D. 2-in-1 Antimicrobial Tool*: Allows you to choose between two inserts. The rubber nub insert is for unpleasant stain removal and hygienic clean-ups. The bristle insert is for tough scrubbing power.

Before you begin cleaning

Vacuum carpet and upholstery thoroughly with a Hoover vacuum before use. Don’t use the carpet cleaner as a traditional vacuum cleaner. Use your Hoover carpet cleaner only if upholstery fabric is marked with a “W” (for “wet” clean) or “S/W” (for “solvent/dry” or “wet” clean). Don’t clean fabric marked “S” (“solvent/dry” clean only). Test for colorfastness in a small, hidden area. Gently rub surface with a dampened white cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with a white paper towel. Move furniture out of area to be cleaned. Place aluminum foil or wax paper under legs of furniture too heavy to move to prevent wood finishes from staining carpet. Pin up furniture skirts and draperies.

Pretreating

For best results, pretreat stains with a Hoover spot treatment (see Hoover Cleaning Solution Guide, pg. 23) to help loosen and remove even the most stubborn stains.

Getting started with your Power Scrub Elite

To fill the Clean Water/Solution Tank

1. Press down on the top latch of the clean water tank and pull to remove.
2. Twist off the clean water cap on the top of the clean water tank. Add warm water to fill the line and replace cap. – DO NOT BOIL OR MICROWAVE WATER (Do not fill with water above 140˚ F (60˚ C)
3. Twist off the solution cap on the top of the clean water tank and pour cleaning solution into the tank. Replace cap.
4. Angle the Solution/Clean Water tank back on the base and click it into place.

Getting started with your Power Scrub Elite

Cord

Unwrap the power cord and plug the unit into an electrical outlet.

How to empty

1. Turn the cleaner off and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
2. Release the Dirty Water Tank Latch.
3. Grab the Dirty Water Tank handle and remove it from the carpet cleaner base.
4. Place on a flat surface and unlatch the Dirty Water Tank lid located below the Quick Spout Pour cap.
5. Empty tank, rinse, and allow to air dry.

Using your Power Scrub Elite™:

1. Choose cleaning mode by turning the dial on the base to “Quick Clean” or “Deep Clean” mode.
2. Ensure the Wash/Rinse dial on the Clean Water Tank is turned to “Wash”.
3. Plug into an electrical outlet. Step on the Power Pedal to turn ON.
4. Step on the Handle Release Pedal to recline the unit for cleaning position.
5. Squeeze the trigger to apply water and cleaning solution. Slowly push forward then backward while squeezing the trigger.
6. Release the trigger and slowly push forward. Then slowly pull back toward you without squeezing the trigger. Continue pushing forward and back without squeezing the trigger until little water is visible passing through the nozzle.
7. For Best Results, Hoover recommends rinsing the carpet with clean water only. This will remove residual carpet cleaning solution from your carpets. To rinse with clean water only, set the wash/ rinse dial to Rinse and then repeat steps 5 and 6.

Tools and Accessories

How to Attach Hose

• Attach the hose to the unit by opening the Hose Connection Port on the nozzle. Insert the hose end, aligning the indicator with the unlock arrows.
• Rotate clockwise to lock position.
• Hold open the Hose Solution Port door.

How to Attach Hose

• Plug the Hose Solution Tube connector firmly into the Hose Solution Port.

How to Remove Hose

1. Disconnect the Hose Solution Tube from the Hose Solution Port by pulling up firmly. Do not pull on the tube, as this may cause damage. The port door will automatically close.
2. Rotate the hose end counterclockwise from the locked position to the unlocked position and remove by pulling out.
3. Snap the Hose Port Door on the Nozzle back into place. Make sure to snap it firmly back into place to ensure proper suction.

How to Attach Tools

1. To ensure maximum performance and to protect your carpet, be sure to place the handle in the upright position while using the hose. Placing the handle in the upright position shuts off the SpinScrub® brushes.
2. Connect the tool to the hose by sliding it onto the connector until it securely locks into place.
3. Using your thumb, push forward and up on the latch to remove the tool.

After Using Tools

1. Drain the hose by removing the solution tank and turning the cleaner ON. Aim the hose in a downward angle and press the trigger to remove excess water.
2. Turn OFF the cleaner. Disconnect the hose and solution tube from the cleaner.
3. Drain the solution tube by placing the round end in the sink and placing the tool in the sink. Press the trigger to release air and fluid.
4. Replace hose and tools in the Mesh Tool Storage Bag.

Cleaning Carpeted Stairs:

1. Read “Before You Begin Cleaning” instructions on page 8.
2. Attach the hose and solution tube as instructed (page 15).
3. Place the handle in an upright position. SpinScrub® brushes will not rotate while the handle is in an upright position.
4. Fill the Clean Water Tank according to instructions.
5. Fill Solution Tank with HOOVER solution according to instructions.
6. Attach the tool to the end of the hose.
7. Dry hands and plug the cleaner into a properly grounded outlet.
8. Set Wash/Rinse Selection to WASH. Turn cleaner ON.
9. Pre-spray the carpeted stairs by holding the tool about one inch above the carpet and pushing it forward while pressing the trigger (Fig. C).
10. Position the tool against the riser and slightly press it into the carpet pile. Press the trigger and pull the tool slowly over the carpet. Release trigger at end of stroke.
11. Lift the tool and position it against the dresser. Pull the tool slowly over the carpet without pressing the trigger (Fig. D).
12. Overlap strokes by 1/2 inch to help prevent streaking.
13. It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described in steps 9-12. End with more dry strokes to aid in the faster drying of the carpet.
14. To avoid saturating the carpet, do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area. Always end with dry strokes.
15. If additional cleaning is necessary, wait until the carpet is completely dry before using the tool again.
16. Empty Dirty Water Tank when the motor sound becomes higher-pitched and there is a loss in suction. You will also see the float rise and shut off suction at the same time.
17. When finished cleaning, follow “After Cleaning” and “After Using Tool” instructions.

Maintenance

NOZZLE: HOW TO CLEAN AND STORE

1. To prevent possible leaking, remove and empty the Clean Water Tank and the Dirty Water Tank.
2. With the handle in an upright position, tilt the carpet cleaner back so that the handle rests on the floor.
3. Rotate Nozzle latch to unlock position (Fig. E).
4. Pull up on the Nozzle slightly to unsnap the Nozzle from the foot of the carpet cleaner.
5. Pull the Nozzle forward to remove it from a carpet cleaner. Be sure the Nozzle does not get caught on the Recovery Tank Latch (Fig. F).
6. Rinse debris from the Nozzle.
7. Position the Nozzle onto the foot, making sure to align the tabs at the bottom of the Nozzle with the notches on the foot (Fig. G).
8. Snap Nozzle to foot.
9. Rotate the Nozzle latch to the lock position.

BRUSHES: HOW TO CHANGE AND CLEAN

How to Remove

1. To prevent possible leaking, remove the Clean Water Tank and the Dirty Water Tank.
2. With the handle in an upright position, tilt the cleaner back until the handle rests on the floor.
3. Grab the brush assembly and pull firmly (Fig. H).
4. The brushes can be cleaned under running water.

How to Replace

1. Align black posts on both ends of the brush assembly with the slots on the bottom of the cleaner.
2. Make sure that the hexagonal post (A) also aligns with the hexagonal hole (B). Turn brushes slightly until the post fits easily into the hole.
3. Press the brush assembly firmly to snap into place.

Storage
Before storing: Empty the Clean Water Tank and let it air dry. Replace with on cleaner. Empty Dirty Water Tank, rinse tank and lid thoroughly with clean water and let air dry. Allow brushes and the underside of the carpet cleaner to air dry thoroughly before storing the carpet cleaner on a carpeted or wood surface.

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.

Troubleshooting:

Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative. USE TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE AS A FIRST STEP TO RESOLVE ANY PROBLEMS YOU MAY BE EXPERIENCING. If an appliance is not working as it should, it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call Customer Service at 1-800-944-9200 for further instructions before continuing to use.

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