Hoover FH50170PC 50 Power Scrub Carpet Cleaner User Manual

Hoover FH50170PC 50 Power Scrub Carpet Cleaner User Manual

CARTON CONTENTS

• A. Carpet Washer
• B. Water/Solution Tank
• C. Upper Handle
• D. Handle Screws
• E. Spin Scrub® Brush Assembly (Pre-assembled in unit)
• F. Spin Scrub® Hand Tool*
• G. Mesh Tool Storage Bag*
• H. Accessory Hose
• I. Stair Tool*
• J. Upholstery Tool
• K. Crevice Tool

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

ATTACH HANDLE

1. Position upper handle and slide down into carpet washer base (Fig. 2)& (Fig.3)

PLACE SOLUTION/ WATER TANK

1. Position bottom of tank onto Carpet Washer (Fig. 4).
2. Check to make sure tank is securely latched

STORE TOOLS

1. Place tools and hose into Mesh Tool Storage bag provided.(Fig. 6).

CORD STORAGE

• Wrap cord around cord hooks for convenient storage. Attach the plug end to cord.

FEATURES

1. Solution Trigger: Press to release cleaning solution
2. ON/OFF Pedal
3. Wash/Rinse Selector
4. Clean Water/Solution Tank
5. Dirty Water Tank
6. Dirty Water Tank Latch
7. Solution Tube Connection Port
8. Nozzle
9. Accessory Hose Connection Port
10. Cord Storage Hook
11. Cord Storage Hook
12. Handle Release Pedal
13. Cord Clip

HOW TO USE

ON-OFF PEDAL (Fig. 13, A)

1. To tum cleaner ON, step on pedal.
2. To tum cleaner OFF, step on pedal again.

HANDLE RELEASE PEDAL (Fig 13, B) 

1. Grasp handle.
2. Step on Handle Release Pedal to release lower handle to operating position.

TRANSPORTING

1. To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright and locked position.
2. Tilt cleaner back on wheels and push forward (Fig. 14).

CARRY HANDLES

• A. Upper Handle
• B. Solution Tank Handle
• C. Dirty Water Tank Handle
• D. Solution Tank Shelt

CLEAN WATER/SOLUTION TANK

The Clean Water / Solution Tank (Fig. 16) is divided into two sections. The Clean Water Tank (E) is for water only and the Solution Tank (F) is for cleaning solution only.

Fill

1. Turn off and unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2. To remove tank, press down on Solution Tank Latch and pull forward. (Fig. 17).
3. Fill Clean Water Tank (Fig. 18) with hot tap water.
4. Fill Solution Tank (Fig. 19) with Hoover® Clean Plus 2X Solution or any other Hoover solution (see “Cleaning Solutions” page 19 for details). Replace container caps and tighten.
5. Place Solution/Water Tank back on to the unit using the method described on page 6.

How to Empty

1. Turn cleaner off and unplug from electrical outlet.
2. Release Dirty Water Tank Latch (Fig. 20).
3. Grab the Dirty Water Tank Handle and remove from carpet washer (Fig. 21).
4. Unplug the Quick Spout Pour Cap (A), rotate it away from drain hole and empty the Tank (Fig. 22)

How to Clean

1. Empty Dirty Water Tank.
2. Place on flat surface and unlatch Dirty Water Tank lid latch located below the Quick Spout Pour Cap (Fig. 24).
3. Pivot and lift off Dirty Water Tank Lid (Fig. 25).
4. Remove lint from filter screen located on the bottom of the Dirty Water Tank Lid (C, Fig. 25).
5. Rinse debris from Dirty Water Tank Lid and Dirty Water Tank bottom (Fig. 26).
6. Insert tabs on Dirty Water Tank lid and reattach lid to Dirty Water Tank bottom (D, Fig. 27a).
7. Reattach Recovery Tank Lid Latch.

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF

The carpet washer will no longer pick up dirty water and the motor sound will become noticeably higher in pitch.

HOW TO CLEAN

1. Vacuum thoroughly – For carpet, use a HOOVER® vacuum cleaner with an agitator for best results. Vacuum upholstery with a vacuum cleaner with cleaning tool attachments. Use a crevice tool to reach into tufts and folds. Do not use the carpet cleaner as a dry vacuum cleaner.
2.  Do not clean fabric marked “S” (“solvent/dry” clean only).
3. Test for color fastness – Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden area, gently rub the surface with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth.
4. For furniture too heavy to move, place aluminum foil or wax paper under legs. This will prevent wood finishes
5. Pre-treat spots and heavy traffic areas with an appropriate Hoover Cleaning Solutions, see “Cleaning Solutions” section. Follow Directions on bottle.
6. To prevent staining, use plastic or aluminum foil to protect wood or metal surfaces from possible water spray.

WASHING CARPET

1. Dry hands and plug cord into a properly grounded outlet.
2. Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position
3. Set Wash/Rinse Selector to Wash (Fig. 28) Turn cleaner ON.
4. Squeeze trigger to apply cleaning solution and slowly push cleaner forward (equals one wet stroke) (Fig. 29).
5. Continue to squeeze trigger and slowly pull cleaner back toward you (second wet stroke)
6. Release trigger and slowly push cleaner forward over area just sprayed with solution (dry stroke).

AFTER USE

1. See “Dirty Water Tank: How to Empty” page 9.
2. See “Dirty Water Tank: How to Clean” page 9.
3. See “Cleaning Nozzle” page 16.
4. See “Cleaning Brushes” page 16.
5. Remove lint from filter screen located behind nozzle.

TOOLS

How to Attach

1. Open Accessory Hose Suction Port (A, Fig. 31). Insert hose end, aligning the indicator with the unlock arrows.
2. Rotate clockwise to lock position (B, Fig. 31).
3. Hold open the Accessory Hose Solution Port door (Fig. 32).
4. Plug Accessory Hose Solution Tube connector firmly into Hose Solution Port (C, Fig. 32).

How to Remove

1.  Disconnect Accessory Hose Solution Tube Connector from Accessory Hose Solution Port by pulling up firmly. Do not pull on tube, this may cause damage. Accessory port door will automatically close.
2. Rotate accessory Hose end counter clockwise from the locked position to the unlocked position and remove by pulling out.
3. Snap Accessory Hose Suction Port door back into place.

How to Attach Tools

1. Placing handle in the upright position shuts off the SpinScrub brushes.(E, Fig.34)
2. Using your thumb, push forward and up on the latch to remove tool (F, Fig. 34).

After Using Tool

1. Drain suction hose by turning cleaner ON and holding nozzle up for several minutes. Do not press trigger.
2. Disconnect hose and solution tube from cleaner.
3. Drain solution tube by placing round end in sink and raising the trigger end at the hose nozzle above your head (Fig. 35). Press the trigger to release air and fluid..
4. Replace Hose and tools in the Mesh Storage Bag.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness. Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

How to Clean

1. To prevent possible leaking, remove Clean Water Tank and Dirty Water Tank.
2. Rotate nozzle latch to unlock position (Fig. 41).
3. Pull up on nozzle slightly to unsnap nozzle from foot of carpet washer.
4. Pull nozzle forward to remove from carpet washer. Be sure the nozzle does not get caught on retention tank latch (Fig. 42).
5. Rinse debris from nozzle.
6. Position nozzle on to foot, making sure to align the tabs at the bottom of the nozzle with the notches on the foot (Fig. 43).
7. Snap nozzle to foot.
8. Rotate nozzle latch to lock position.

How to Remove

1. To prevent possible leaking, remove Clean Water Tank and Dirty Water Tank.
2. Grab brush assembly and pull firmly (Fig. 44).
3. The brushes can be cleaned under running water

How to Replace

1. Align posts (A) on both ends of brush assembly with slots (B) in cleaner housing (Fig. 44).
2. Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place

STORAGE

• Empty Clean Water Tank and let air dry. Replace on cleaner.
• Empty Dirty Water Tank, rinse tank and lid thoroughly with clean water and let air dry.

LUBRICATION

The motor is equipped with bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage.

Specifications

FAQS

How does Hoover carpet cleaner work?

Press down and you’re ready to go to clean recline the cleaner with this pedal. And use the red pedal to turn it on now squeeze the trigger. And slowly push forward to clean push much more slowly.

Is the Hoover Spinscrub 50 suitable for all carpet types?

Can I use the HOOVER 50 power scrub carpet washer on hard floors?

No, using this machine on hard floors without proper attachment may scratch or damage your floor.

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