* Hoover SteamVac cleaner
* Clean water
* Cleaning solution (such as Hoover SteamVac Carpet Shampoo or Hoover Floor Cleaner)
* Rag or towel
* Vacuum cleaner with attachments
1. Prepare your Hoover SteamVac.
- Fill the clean water tank with hot tap water.
- Add the cleaning solution to the detergent tank according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Attach the desired cleaning head to the vacuum cleaner.
- Choose an inconspicuous area of carpet to test the cleaner.
- Turn on the cleaner and spray a small amount of cleaning solution onto the carpet.
- Use the cleaning head to vacuum the area.
- Check the carpet for any discoloration or damage.
- If the carpet looks fine, proceed to clean the rest of the carpet.
3. Clean the carpet.
- Start by cleaning the carpet in a small area.
- Overlap each stroke by about half to ensure that the entire carpet is cleaned.
- Continue cleaning the carpet until it is completely clean.
4. Rinse the carpet.
- Fill the clean water tank with hot tap water.
- Turn on the cleaner and rinse the carpet with clean water.
- Continue rinsing the carpet until all of the cleaning solution has been removed.
5. Allow the carpet to dry completely.
- Open the windows and doors to allow the carpet to dry quickly.
- Place fans in the room to help circulate the air.
- Do not walk on the carpet until it is completely dry.
6. Clean the Hoover SteamVac.
- Empty the dirty water tank.
- Rinse the clean water tank.
- Clean the cleaning head with hot water and soap.
- Rinse the cleaning head thoroughly.
- Allow the cleaning head to dry completely.
* To clean tough stains, pre-treat the area with a stain remover before using the Hoover SteamVac.
* If you have pets, vacuum the carpet frequently to remove pet hair before using the Hoover SteamVac.
* Hoover recommends that you clean your carpet every 6-12 months.