Page 2 - Important Safeguards!; WARNING
2 Important Safeguards! When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Use indoors only. • Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do not immerse product. ...
Page 3 - Fill in and Save; A. Hard floor cleaner; dealer locator; Contents
3 Fill in and Save For your records, enter the model number and serial numbers in the spaces provided. These numbers are located on the data label on the back of the cleaner body. Model No. ____________________________Serial No. _____________________________Save your sales receipt and attach it to t...
Page 5 - Assemble handle; Install brushes and nozzle
Rotate bottom handle support (A) up to the upright position until a snap is felt. Align control rod (B) on upper handle (C) with slot in bottom handle support (D). Push upper handle (C) down until it is snapped in place. 5 4 2 3 4 2 3 Assemble handle Continued ➜ C C A D B To install brushes, place h...
Page 6 - Assemble tool caddy
The two sections (A & B) of the tool caddy snap together for assembly. Press where indicated by arrows to snap securely in place. The caddy conveniently fits over the top of the cleaner nozzle (C) for storage. 9 10 9 10 Assemble tool caddy A B C C C D E 8 While holding nozzle in place, slide lat...
Page 8 - General operation; Mode selector dial; Transporting
8 18 The Mode selector dial (A) turns the brush- es on and off. Your HOOVER FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ 800 Cleaner can be used to both vacuum dry debris and wet clean non-carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile, marble and sealed wood. It is not intended for use on carpet or rugs. CAUTION: To prevent...
Page 9 - How to fill; The tanks
9 Pour cleaning concentrate into tank (B). Fill tank to fill line (C) (1 quart) with warm water. B C 23 DO NOT use cleaning concentrates that contain solvent based ingredients. CAUTION: HOOVER® Floor to Floor™ Cleaning Concentrate and HOOVER® Grout Cleaner cannot be used in Hoover SteamVac™ products...
Page 11 - To clean filters; How to empty
11 30 Reposition filter. Replace filter lid. Press down firmly until snapped in place. The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter. Clean this pleated filter when suction is low or reduced. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. Remove recovery tank and lid (Figs. 27 & 28)...
Page 12 - How to clean; Recommended cleaning sequence
Use your HOOVER® FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ 800 Cleaner to: • Dry Vacuum to remove loose dirt, hair and debris. • Wet Clean the floor surface. The brushes will provide light agitation to help loosen dirt. • Wet Pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface. The Mode selector dial turns the brushes on a...
Page 13 - Picking up spills; Cleaning floors
NOTE: Your HOOVER® FloorMate™ SpinScrub™ 800 cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that have been sealed with a polyurethane coating and can be cleaned with water. CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors, follow the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning rec-ommendations. If using cleaner on sealed w...
Page 14 - How to connect hose; Using the tools
14 Select tool Attach hose and tool A B A. Floor swivel tool • Swivel head • 2 rows of brushes • Use to clean small, tight areas B. Grout tool • Stiff brushes to use for more concentrated cleaning on stubborn grout stains Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. How to connect hose ✓ Open hose door (A...
Page 15 - Using the tool; Storing the cleaner; Tool caddy
Before storing cleaner: Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. • Empty and rinse solution and recovery tanks. Allow to air dry. • Press on upper handle release button to lower handle for storage. • Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee. • Do not store cleaner on ...
Page 16 - Maintenance; Cleaning the nozzle
16 Maintenance Cleaning the nozzle Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. The cleaner ’s nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning. Slide the two nozzle release latches (A) outward. Remove nozzle (B) by pulling straight out. Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris from squeege...
Page 17 - Cleaning the brushes
48 49 50 51 Cleaning the brushes The brush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside. Pull the two nozzle release buttons (A) out. Remove nozzle. Tilt cleaner bac...
Page 18 - Troubleshooting; What to do
Troubleshooting What’s the problem? What to do Cleaner won’t run ✓ Make sure the cleaner is plugged in firmly. ✓ Check the fuse or breaker. Low suction ✓ Empty the recovery tank; it may be full and the automatic shut-off engaged. ✓ Make sure filter and filter lid are properly positioned. ✓ Make sure...
Page 19 - Lubrication; Service
19 To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest HooverFactory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by: ✓ Checking the Service Section of The Hoover Company on-line at www.hoover.com OR ✓ Checking the list of Factory Service Centers pro...