SteamJet SSW1700 011 - Steam cleaner HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SteamJet SSW1700 011 HOOVER

steamjet sweeper cover 1 copy.pdf 1 6/1/2012 8:58:51 AM1 This cleaner should only be used for domestic cleaning, as described in this user guide. Please ensure that this guide is fully understood before operating the appliance. Use only attachments recommended or supplied by Hoover. When using cleaning tools ensure to always steady the product with your other hand. This will ensure the product does not fall while in use.

WARNING: Danger of scalding. This product is very hot when used. Avoid any contact with

WARNING: Electricity can be extremely dangerous. This appliance must be earthed.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains power lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue – Neutral Brown – Live AFTER USE: Switch the cleaner o and remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always switch o and remove the plug before cleaning the appliance or attempting any maintenance task. SAFETY WITH CHILDREN, ELDERLY OR THE INFIRM: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. HOOVER SERVICE: To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance we recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised Hoover service engineer.

• Leave the cleaner unattended while switched on.

• Unplug by pulling on the cord.

• Handle the plug or product with wet hands.

• Use detergents or liquids other than water inside the product.

• Direct steam towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.

• Put the cleaner in water or other liquids.

• Position the cleaner above you when cleaning the stairs.

• Use your cleaner out of doors.

• Spray with or pick up flammable liquids, cleaning fluids, aerosols or their vapours as this may cause risk of fire / explosion.

• Stand on or wrap the power cord around arms or legs when using the cleaner.

• Use the appliance to clean or direct steam towards people, animals or plants.

• Continue to use your cleaner if it appears to be faulty. If the power cord is damaged stop using the cleaner IMMEDIATELY. To avoid a safety hazard, an authorised Hoover service engineer must replace the power cord.

A. Cleaner main body B. Handle C. Steam/ Sweep Trigger D. Power Cord E. Upper cord Clip F. Lower cord clip G. On/O Button H. Mode Selector Dial

I. On Indicator Light (Metallic Red)

Remove all components from the packaging.

1. Insert the handle into the cleaner main body until it locks into position. [2]

1. Remove the clean water tank up and out from the cleaner main body. [3]

2. Twist the cap anti clockwise and remove from the tank. [4]

3. Fill the clean water tank with cold tap water. Replace cap. [5] Do not add any chemicals,

detergents or perfumes to the clean water tank.

4. Re-t the clean water tank to the cleaner ensuring the hard water lter is in place. [6]

5. Attach a textile pad to the pad plate. [7]

6. Attach the pad plate to the oor head base. [8]

Empty the water tank

3. Unplug the cleaner from the main power and ensure the unit has cooled.

4. Remove the clean water tank for the main body of the cleaner. [4]

5. Twist the cap anti-clockwise and remove. [5]

6. Empty any excess water from the tank. [16] 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.

3. Press the release pedal at the rear and remove the pad plate from the oor head. [17]

4. Peel the textile pad from the pad plate. [18]

5. 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 lter The cleaner is tted with a hard water lter. If you live in an area of hard water the lter will discolour over time. Depending on the water hardness and frequency of use the lter 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. [5]

3. Lift the hard water lter out of the cleaner. [19] Replace with new lter.

4. Reassemble the clean water tank to your cleaner.

Note: The condition of the lter will aect the cleaner performance.

Sweeping oors The sweep mode allows you to clear the oor of any small debris before steam cleaning. IMPORTANT: Ensure the carpet glider, textile pad a nd pad plate are removed from the oor head.

1. Plug the steam cleaner into the main power and switch on the cleaner. The red on light

2. Turn the mode selector dial to sweep mode the blue sweep light will illuminate. [9]

3. Recline the cleaner by placing a foot on the oor head and lowering the main body

towards the oor. [10]

4. To start sweeping press the steam / sweep trigger. [11]

5. Move the cleaner slowly backwards and forwards paying particular attention to hight

rac areas. [12] Steam cleaning hard oors NOTE: Always sweep the oor prior to use to remove any loose dirt or debris. IMPORTANT: Do not use the cleaner without a textile pad and plate attached to the oor head. NOTE: Do not use the carpet glider when cleaning hard oors.

1. Plug the steam cleaner into the main power and switch on the cleaner. The red on light

2. Turn the mode selector dial to steam mode. [13]

3. After a few seconds the green Steam Ready light will illuminate indicating the cleaner is

4. Recline the cleaner by placing a foot on the oor head and lowering the main body

towards the oor. [10]

5. To produce steam press the steam / sweep trigger button. [11]

6. Move the cleaner slowly backwards and forwards paying particular attention to high

trac areas. [12] Refreshing carpets NOTE: Always sweep the oor prior to use to remove any loose dirt or debris. IMPORTANT: Do not use the cleaner without a textile pad and plate attached to the oor head.

1. Attach the carpet glider to the oor head. [14]

2. Plug the steam cleaner into the main power and switch on the cleaner. The red on light

3. Turn the mode selector dial to steam mode. [13]

4. After a few seconds the green Steam Ready light will illuminate indicating the cleaner is

5. Recline the cleaner by placing a foot on the oor head and lowering the main body

towards the oor. [10]

6. To produce steam press the steam / sweep trigger button. [11]

7. Move the cleaner slowly backwards and forwards paying particular attention to high

TROUBLESHOOTING 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.

• Check the unit is plugged in.

• Check the power cord. The steam stick is not producing steam.

• There may be no water in the clean water tank.

• The tank may not be fitted correctly. The textile pad won’t pick up dirt.