Steamaway_main_4505.qxp 08/01/2007 08:50 Page 4 GB HOOVER STEAMAWAY USER MANUAL: Contents: Important safety reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting to know your product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do not . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using your Hoover Steamaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guarantee statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS: This cleaner should only be used for domestic cleaning as described in this user manual. Please ensure that this guide is fully understood before operating this appliance. WARNING: Remember electricity can be dangerous this appliance must be earthed. This plug is fitted with a 13-amp fuse (UK only). IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE ­ Neutral BROWN ­ Live GREEN/YELLOW ­ Earth GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PRODUCT: The following features and accessories are mentioned within this user manual and are shown in the pictures on page 1. ACCESSORIES Steam & Vacuum use A) Flexible hose and multifunctional handle A1) Accessories connection A2) Accessory lock/release button A3) Steam trigger B) Hose connector C) Extension tubes D) Floor brush D1) Bristled inserts D2) Squeegee inserts D3) Carpet inserts D4) Parquet cotton cloth E) Crevice tool with steam emission E1) Steam Jet nozzle E2) Round brushes F) Universal nozzle F1) Window insert F2) Upholstery insert F3) Cotton cloth for universal nozzle Other G) Funnel H) Additional seals I) Hoover-Kaldefender vial J) Hoover-Ecobreeze bottle 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 REMEMBER: After use, switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always switch off, remove the plug and wait for the appliance to cool down before cleaning the appliance or attempting any maintenance. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Boiler on/off button Water heating indicator Steam regulation knob `Parquet Clean' selector `Parquet Clean' indicator Water empty indicator Vacuum on/off button Carry handle Boiler safety cap Hose connection with cover Tube parking Hydrofilt water container Washable HEPA exhaust filter Power cord Power cord connection with cover HEPA filter retaining clips Container handle Clean Max Water Level mark Hydrofilt assembly Cover with integrated handle Washable pre-motor filter Micronet filter Hydrofilt inlet 4 Steamaway_main_4505.qxp 08/01/2007 08:50 Page 5 GB DO NOT: Reminder: while assembling or changing accessories during use stop the steam function. Position the cleaner above you when cleaning stairs. Put any liquids in the tank/boiler other than water and Hoover-Kaldefender. Submerge the product in any liquid. Touch the appliance with wet hands or feet with the cable plugged into the mains. Leave the appliance unattended whilst plugged into the mains. Attempt to disassemble the product. Use the product if it appears to be faulty. Direct steam towards people, animals or other appliances. Spray with or pick up any flammable liquids, as this risks explosion. Stand on or wrap the power cord around legs or arms while in use. Press the steam trigger when the water tank is empty. Filling the Hydrofilt container Remove the Hydrofilt container from the machine (Fig. 6), remove the filter assembly (Fig. 7) and fill with water up to the MAX mark printed on the container (Fig. 8). Please add 1 measured fill of Hoover Ecobreeze to the clean water, as described in the cleaner maintenance section. What is the Hydrofilt? Hydrofilt is a water filter, specifically designed for an efficient wet & dry suction, which uses the natural purifying property of water. It is in fact the flow of water into the container that efficiently captures the dirt avoiding its dispersion into the environment. Filling the boiler Unscrew the Boiler safety cap (Fig. 9) and fill with water using the no spill filler bottle supplied (Fig. 10), periodically add Kaldefender as described in the cleaner maintenance section. Reminder: please read carefully chapter "Using your Hoover Steamaway" when re-filling the boiler during long periods of cleaning. ENVIRONMENT: Press the boiler on/off button. This will illuminate in red. Hoover has made a long-term commitment, in all its activities, to safeguarding the environment. Our environmental policy states: "To adopt the best practicable environmental methods in design, production, packaging, use and disposal of products, whilst continuing to improve benefits to the consumer". The majority of materials used in this appliance are recyclable. Please use the best available disposal method to take advantage of this feature. You are now ready to use your Hoover Steamaway. TO AVOID SAFETY HAZARDS, THE CLEANER MUST ONLY BE REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORISED HOOVER SERVICE ENGINEER. HOW TO START: Opening the box Remove the product from the packaging. The flexible hose and accessories are found at the bottom of the box, they are clearly visible once the product is removed. Hose connection Open the cover; fit the hose connector and push until you hear the click of the locking mechanism, then make sure it is well locked (Fig. 1). To disconnect the hose push the button on the top of the connector and pull the hose from the appliance (Fig. 2). Power cord connection Open the cover and push on the power cord (Fig. 3). Plug the other end of the power cord into the wall socket. Ensure hands are dry and no moisture is present. Accessories Accessories can be connected directly to the multifunctional handle or to the extension tubes. Push desired accessory until the locking mechanism is engaged (Fig. 4). To disconnect accessory from the handle press the lock/release button and separate the 2 parts (Fig. 5). To disconnect accessory from tube press the retention clips. Note: for more information on accessories application and use refer to the specific "Accessory" section. USING YOUR VAPORMATE: 5 Steamaway_main_4505.qxp 08/01/2007 08:50 Page 6 GB USING YOUR HOOVER STEAMAWAY: Combined operations For highest convenience while cleaning, you can choose from the below: Vacuum only Steam only Steam + Vacuum combined We recommend to vacuum surfaces prior to treat them with steam. CLEANER MAINTENANCE: Emptying the Hydrofilt container Suction is stopped automatically by the safety float once the water level in the filter container has reached the maximum allowed level. This is also noticed by a distinctive change in the noise of the product and lack of suction. To empty the container please: Switch the boiler (1) and vacuum (7) buttons to the off position and unplug the power cable. Remove the Hydrofilit container from the appliance, holding it by the handle (Fig. 6). Remove the filter assembly (Fig. 7) and empty the dirty water and refill to continue cleaning. Reassemble the filter cage and put it back inside the appliance. Note: Make sure that the Hydrofilt inlet is correctly positioned, checking that the arrow on the nozzle is aligned with the notch on the bottom of the cage (Fig.13). If the filter needs replacing, always use an original Hoover filter. Sanitizing the Hydrofilt container Hoover recommends the use of Hoover Ecobreeze (Fig. J) to sanitize the Hydrofilt container while using the suction function. It is a scented antibacterial product with natural-based anti-allergenic substances. Added regularly to the Hydrofilt container, it will prevent the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms and inhibit the action of allergens. Moreover Hoover Ecobreeze eliminates odours, refreshing the air. Directions of use: Shake the bottle and remove the safety cap. Hold the bottle upright and press until the dispenser is full to the recommended amount. Release the bottle and pour the dose into the water filter container (Fig. 14). One dose of Ecobreeze solution is recommended to be used on each fill of the filter container. Reminder: Do not pour Ecobreeze into the boiler as this will damage the equipment. Provisions against limescale build up in water boiler Hoover recommends the use of Hoover-Kaldefender (Fig. I) to avoid lime scale problems. HooverKaldefender is a natural-base decalcifier, which extends product life and ensures a better steam quality over time. Direction of use: Pour a Hoover-Kaldefender vial contents into a full boiler (Fig. 15). Generally one vial is recommended to be used every two water refills, however, the right dose also depends on local hardness of water. Please refer to authorised Hoover assistance centres for advice on doses and correct maintenance procedure with Kaldefender. VACUUM CLEANING Press the vacuum power button located on the base of the machine (7) (Fig. 11). Press the button (7) again to shut off the vacuum. STEAM CLEANING Press the boiler on/off button (1). The water heating indicator (2) will be on during the heating phase before the steam is generated. Press the steam trigger on the handle to release steam. Steam quantity can be selected through the steam emission regulation knob on the control panel (4). Switch off the boiler by pressing the boiler on/off button when steam is no longer required. Reminder: as the Hoover Steamaway is filled directly into the boiler these instructions must be followed to refill the boiler once the red boiler empty light illuminates on the control panel (6): Completely shut down the machine by pressing the Boiler (1) and Vacuum (7) on/off switches. Press the steam trigger on the handle to eliminate residual steam and pressure in the boiler. Disconnect the power supply cable from the mains. Unscrew the safety cap. Please note that the safety cap cannot be opened if there is even minimal steam pressure in the boiler. This guarantees maximum safety for the end user. Wait for a few minutes to allow the generator tank to cool down. To refill the boiler, simply refer to the preparations for use section to re-fill. WARNING: When filling the water boiler when it is already hot, we strongly advise you to SLOWLY AND CAREFULLY add just a little water at a time to avoid steam blowback from the aperture. 6 Steamaway_main_4505.qxp 08/01/2007 08:50 Page 7 GB ACCESSORIES: Steam and Vacuum use Floor brush (D) Use this tool over large surfaces using the following inserts: Bristled inserts (D1): suggested for hard floors dry vacuuming. Squeegee inserts (D2): designed for hard floors liquid suction therefore suggested with steam cleaning. Carpet inserts (D3): suggested for carpets and moquette steam and vacuuming. How to fit inserts: Simply rotate the catch on the side of the nozzle clockwise to gain access to the inserts. Slide inserts in the nozzle slot as shown in Fig.16, then close the latch. When fitting the two bristled inserts (D1), position the grooved insert towards the front of the brush. When fitting the squeegee inserts (D2), ensure that both smooth surfaces face inwards. PARQUET CLEAN FUNCTION: The Hoover Steamaway with the "Parquet Clean" function allows you to safely clean wood surfaces with steam. IMPORTANT: Carefully read the instructions that follow. If you are unsure, consult the installer of the flooring or the Hoover Customer Service Department at the address given at the end of this manual. Vacuum the floor by putting the bristled inserts (D1) in the appropriate brush and switching the machine on by means of the vacuum on/off button (7). Wrap the "Parquet Caresse" cloth around the brush and attach it with the Velcro fasteners (D4). Select the "Parquet Clean" function (4): the "Parquet Clean" indicator (5) will remain on during the use of this function. Press the steam trigger on the handle to release steam. The Hoover Steamaway will simultaneously activate the vacuum function with the intermitte ...