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ImPORTANT: AlwAyS ENSURE THE ClEANER HAS FUlly COOlED DOwN BEFORE
PERFORmING ANy mAINTENANCE TASKS.
Empty the water tank
1.
Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.
2.
Remove the clean water tank for the main body of the cleaner.
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3.
Twist the cap anti-clockwise and remove.
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4.
Empty any excess water from the tank.
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Replace the cap and return to the cleaner.
Removing and cleaning the textile pad
1.
Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.
2.
If necessary remove the carpet glider, then peel the textile pad from the floor base.
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3.
Wash the textile pad in a washing machine with a mild detergent at max temperature 40°C.
ImPORTANT:
Do not use bleach or fabric softener when washing the textile pad.
Replacing the hard water filter
The cleaner is fitted with a hard water filter. If you live in an area of hard water the filter will
discolour over time. Depending on the water hardness and frequency of use the filter should
be changed every 6 months.
1.
Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.
2.
Remove the clean water tank for the main body of the cleaner.
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3.
Lift the hard water filter out of the cleaner.
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Replace with new filter.
4.
Reassemble the clean water tank to your cleaner.
NOTE:
The condition of the filter will affect the cleaner performance.
Cleaning the blockage
1. Turn off the appliance and remove from electrical supply.
Wait for appliance to fully cool down before continuing any maintenance.
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2. Ensure the water tank is empty.
3. Detach floor nozzle from cleaner body.
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4. Insert supplied de-scaling tool into steam outlet to clear any blockages.
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5. Re-assemble floor nozzle to the appliance body.
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ClEANER mAINTENANCE
TROUBlESHOOTING
ClEANING FAQS
Should you have a problem with the product, complete this simple user checklist before calling
your local Hoover service.
The steam stick will not switch on.
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Check the unit is plugged in.
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Check the power cord.
when is steamjet ready?
In approximately 30 seconds.
Can I use steamjet on all floor surfaces?
On all hard floors like marble, ceramic, stone,
linoleum, sealed hardwood floors and parquet.
Does steamjet emit steam automatically?
No, to produce steam you should press the steam/
sweep trigger button under the handle.
Can I use it vertically?
No, steamjet can be used only on horizontal floor surfaces.
Can I put detergents or other chemicals inside the tank?
No, you would damage the
product.
what if in the city where I live the water is very hard?
You can use filtered water or you
will have to change the filter cassette more often. If you find very weak steam, check steam
orifice,you can descale it by inserting small tools into steam orifice if necessary.
when is it time to change the filter cassette? How do you notice it?
It depends on the water
hardness. Normally 6 months. You will notice that the colour of yellow resin inside the filter
cassette becomes a bit dull.
How long will one tank of water last before needing to be refilled?
Approximately 20
minutes if you press continuously the trigger.
Is the mop washable?
Yes, it can be washed by hand or in the washing machine with a mild
detergent at max temperature 40°C. Do not use bleach or fabric softener.
How often should I replace the mop?
It depends on different factors above all how hard the
floor is. The best way to understand when to change the mop is when the mop is still dirty after
having washed it or if you notice that it doesn’t perform like before.
The steam stick is not producing steam.
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There may be no water in the clean water tank.
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The tank may not be fitted correctly.
The textile pad won’t pick up dirt.
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The cleaning pad may already be saturated with dirt and needs to be washed. Refer to
the Maintenance section.
