HOOVER

Impulse"

Cordless Power Mop

Owner's Manual

English -) pp. 1-12

EspaSol -_ pag 13-19

Frangais -_ p 20-26

This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before beingshipped from the factory, If you should happen to need assistanceduring assembly or operation:

Visit us online at hoover.corn to find the serviceoutlet nearest you (click on the "Service" button) or

Call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorizedservice outlet locations (US only) or

Call 1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in ourConsumer Response Center

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.

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operating cleaner.

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Fill in and retainThe model and serial number arelocated on the back of the cleaner.

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It is suggested that you attach yoursales receipt to this owner'smanual. Verification of date ofpurchase may be required forwarranty service of your Hooverproduct.

IndexUnpacking ....................................... 3

Cleaner descriptions ...................... 4How to use ................................... 4-8

Automatic shut-off ..................... 6

Clean solution tank ................. 5-6

Recovery tank ...................................6-7

Storage ...................................... 10How to clean ................................ 7-9

To clean floor .............................. 7

Cleaning sealed wood floors .7-8

Picking up spills ......................... 8If You Have a Problem ................. 11

Service ....................................... 11

Important Safeguards .................... 2Maintenance .............................. 8-10

Cleaning the brushes ................. 9

Cleaning the nozzle .................... 9

Warranty ........................................ 12Parts & accessories mail order

form ............................................... 27

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including the following:READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

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.• For use on bare floors or sealed wood floors. Do not use on carpets.• Always install float before any wet pick up operation.• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

Do not allow cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from open-

ings and all moving parts.• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes.• Do not pick up or use flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline or

fine wood sandings or use in areas where present.• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the

cleaner.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked;keep free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce air flow.

• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as itshould, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, takeit to a Hoover Sales & Service Center or Authorized Hoover Waranty ServiceDealer.

• Do not clean over floor electrical outlets.

• Do not use without filter and tanks in place.• Keep detergents and other cleaners out of children's reach.• Do not pick up chlorine bleach, pine based cleaners, drain cleaner, or any other

toxic material with this appliance.• When using recommended chemicals with this machine, be certain area is well

ventilated.• Follow manufacturer's instructions for all chemicals used with this machine. Do

not exceed recommended mixing ratios.• Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.

• Use cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.• Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.• Do not incinerate this appliance even if it is severely damaged. The battery can

explode in a fire.• Do not unplug by pulling on charger cord. To unplug, grasp the charger, not

the cord. Never handle plug or charger with wet hands.• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge this appliance.• Charge indoors only.

• Turn appliance off before recharging.• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.• Do not pull or carry by charger cord. Do not use charger cord as a handle,

close door on charger cord, or pull charger cord around sharp edges or cor-ners. Do not run appliance over charger cord.

• Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces.• Unplug charger from outlet when not in use. Unplug appliance from charger

before servicing.

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WARN | N G: Thisproductconta,nschem,ca,sknowntothe State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

Save these instructions!FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Questions or Concerns?Hoover wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its use, Look onthe list provided with the product for your local Hoover Sales & Service Center or in the Yellow Pagesunder "Vacuum Cleaners - Household" for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer(Depot) or call:

Visit us online at hoover.corn to find the service outlet nearest you(click on the "Service" button) ORCall 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U,S, only) ORCall 1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center,

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Carton contentsA. Cordless power mopB. ChargerC. Floor-to-Floor TM hard floor cleaning

detergentD. Storage tray

NOTE: Be sure to charge yourCordless Power Mop 16 hoursbefore initial use.

The battery may lose charge duringshipping, Make sure the switch is inthe OFF position before charging,

This cleaner is intended for household use.

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Charging

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1. Hand grip2. Solution trigger3. Mode selector switch - chooseSCRUB, OFF or PICK UP4. Mode indicator5. Handle6. Handle release button - use to

fold handle for storage7. Battery indicator light8. Clean solution tank cap/measuring cup9. Clean solution tank release10. Clean solution tank11. Recovery tank lid and filter12. Recovery tank release13. Recovery tank - collects dirtycleaning solution14. Nozzle release buttons - release

nozzle for easy clean-up15. Nozzle

16. Squeegee - located underneathnozzle

17. Battery compartment18. Battery charger receptacle19. Soft tread wheels20. Battery charger21. Storage tray

This cleaner is intended forhousehold use.

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With switch in OFF position, plugcharger (A) into 110/120 volt electri-cal outlet,Firmly press charger end into cleanerreceptacle (B), located on the back ofthe cleaner, Press firmly on cleanerto ensure that end of cord is fullyconnected. Your cleaner will begincharging, It is designed to be storedon charge and ready for use at alltimes,4

Charge battery for 16 hours beforeinitial use. If performance drops toan unacceptable level duringcleaning, refer to "Troubleshooting"section,NOTE:

• It is normal for the charger to feelwarm when the battery is charging,Never charge battery in temperaturesabove 100 ° F or below 32 ° F,

• Charging light illuminates red whencleaner is charging, When battery isat full charge, the charging light willilluminate green,• The cleaner can be on a constant

charge so it is always ready for use,Make sure it is in OFF positionbefore charging. However, if thecleaner will not be used for several

weeks at a time, unplugging it is rec-ommended,Do not use an outlet which is con-trolled with a wall switch for charg-ing your cleaner.

Unfold handle

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Press on button (C) to raise handle(D) to upright position until it locks inplace,

How to fold handle

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Press handle release button (C) tofold handle to storage position,

Before you begincleaningVacuum floor thoroughly. Do notuse the Impulse TM Cordless PowerMop as a dry pick up vacuumcleaner.Your HOOVER Impulse TM CordlessPower Mop can be used to wet cleannon-carpeted floor surfaces such asvinyl, tile and sealed wood, It is notintended for use on carpet or rugs.

CAUTION: To prevent damage towood floors, follow the flooringmanufacturer's cleaning recom-mendations.If using cleaner on sealed woodfloors, inspect floor surface forworn finish, bare wood or separat-ed joints. Do not use Impulse TM

power mop to wet clean sealedwood floors if any of these condi-tions exist.

Mode selectorswitch

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OFF

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The switch has 3 positions,SCRUB - the agitator brushes areON, Suction will be OFF,

OFF - the power mop is turned OFF,PICK UP - the agitator brushes areOFF, The mop's suction will pick upthe dirty solution,

The tanks

Clean solution tank

(upper tank)The clean solution tank holds the

cleaning solution that is to be dis-persed onto the surface to becleaned,How to fill

Place cleaner handle in upright,locked position,

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To remove tank, press down onrelease button (A) and pivot tankforward,

Carry tank to a sink,

Rotate tank cap counter-clockwiseand lift up to remove cap,

m 1.0 oz.t30ml.

Turn cap upside down to serve as ameasuring cup,

1.0 oz./30ml.

When cleaning floor surfaces such asvinyl, ceramic and other tiles, andlinoleum, use cap to measure 1 oz, ofHOOVER,> Floor-to-Floor TM Cleaner,

When cleaning laminate wood,polyurethane sealed wood or otherwood floors that can normally becleaned using water, use cap to mea-sure 1 oz, of HOOVER,> Floor-to-FloorTM Cleaner,

Check for worn spots or joint separa-tions before using, as these condi-tions could lead to damaged flooringwhen using water to clean floor,

HOOVER_ Floor-to-Floor TM Cleanerhas been specifically formulated toresist excessive foaming and otherundesirable effects when used in yourImpulse TM cordless power mop,

DO NOT use cleaning concentratesthat contain pine or solvent basedingredients.

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Pourcleaningconcentrateintotank,Filltanktofill line(1pint)withwarmwater,

Replacecap,Rotatecapclockwiseuntilit locksinplace,Capmustbelockedinplacefor properperfor-manceandto preventleaking,

Positionbottomoftankintocleaner,Presslatchandsnaptankinplace,

Recovery Tank(lower tank)The recovery tank holds dirty clean-ing solution that is picked up from thefloor surface,Automatic Shut-OffAn automatic suction shut-off is built

into the recovery tank to prevent thetank from overflowing,

When the recovery tank is full, theautomatic shut-off activates, and the

cleaner will not pick up dirty solutionand the sound of the motor willchange,

How to EmptyTurn cleaner off.To remove tank, press down onrelease button (A) and pivot tankforward,

Press down on tank lid latch (B) andremove the tank lid (C), Empty tank,

Dry or loose debris will also collect onthe filter screen (D) in the tank lid,Remove debris from screen,

The filter screen may also be cleanedby rinsing it under running water,

The tank lid contains a washable,reusable filter, Clean this filter whensuction is low or reduced,

Toreplacelid,aligntab(E)on lidwithholeonfrontoftank(F).Snaplatchovertabs(G)onbackoftank.

Toreplacetank,insertbottomoftankintocleanerandpivottopportionuntilit is lockedinplace.

To clean filter

Turn cleaner OFF.

Remove recovery tank and lid (Fig. 3-12 & 3-13). Remove filter lid (A), thenremove filter. Remove loose debris

from filter by either brushing or tap-ping the filter. The filter may also berinsed for additional cleaning. Allowfilter to air dry between uses.

Replace filter lid. Press down firmly tosecure the seal.

To clean floor (vinyl,

tile, linoleum, etc.)1. Vacuum floor.

2. Fill solution tank with HOOVER_Floor-to-Floor TM Cleaner and water,according to instructions for Figs. 3-5through 3-11, Do not use pine orsolvent based cleaning concen-trates in your cleaner. Do not useany type of wax in your cleaner.

3. Lower handle to operating position.

4. Set mode selector switch toSCRUB. This will turn the brushesON.

5. To release solution, squeeze trig-ger (A). Slowly move cleaner forwardand backward over area (approx. 2' x3' sections) to be cleaned. Squeezetrigger to release solution as needed.

Overlap strokes by one inch to helpprevent streaking.

6. After area is cleaned, move themode selector switch to PICK UP.

The agitator brushes are OFF and themop's suction will pick up the dirtysolution.

Move cleaner over the area to pick upthe dirty solution.7. To continue cleaning another area,move mode selector switch to

SCRUB. Repeat with steps 5 and 6.

NOTE: To extend battery charge, itis recommended that a small area (2'x 3') be cleaned completely inSCRUB mode, then switch to PICK-UP mode. Continue cleaning in 2' x 3'areas, scrubbing first, followed bypickup. Battery operating time will beapproximately 25-33 minutes if thisprocedure is followed for cleaningfloors.

When switching between SCRUB andPICKUP, it is not necessary to turnthe cleaner off. Simply move themode selector switch back and forth

between the two settings.

8. Empty recovery tank or clean thefilter when the motor sound becomes

higher in pitch and there is a loss ofsuction (see "Automatic Shut-Off",page 6).

Cleaning sealed woodfloorsYour HOOVER Impulse TM cordlesspower mop may be used to cleanwood floors that have been sealed

with a polyurethane coating and canbe cleaned with water,

CAUTION: To prevent damage towood floors, follow the flooringmanufacturer's cleaning recom-mendations.

If using cleaner on sealed woodfloors, inspect floor surface forworn finish, bare wood or separat-ed joints. Do not use Impulse TM

mop to wet clean sealed woodfloors if any of these conditionsexist.

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1. Inspect floor surface for worn fin-ish. bare wood or separated joints.Do not use your Impulse TM powermop to wet clean the floor if any ofthese conditions exist.

2. Vacuum floor.

3. Fill solution tank with HOOVER,>Floor-to-Floor TM Cleaner and water.

according to instructions for Figs. 3-5through 3-11.

Do not use pine or solvent baseddetergents. Do not put any type ofwax in your cleaner.

4. Lower handle to operating position.

5. Set mode selector switch toSCRUB, This will turn the brushesON.

6. To release solution, squeeze trig-ger. Slowly move cleaner forward andbackward over area (approx. 2' x 3'sections) to be cleaned. Squeezetrigger to release solution as needed.

Overlap strokes by one inch to helpprevent streaking.

7. After area is cleaned, move themode selector switch to PICK UP.The agitator brushes are OFF and themop's suction will pick up the dirtysolution.

Move cleaner over the area to pickup the dirty solution.8. To continue cleaning another area.move mode selector switch to

SCRUB. Repeat with steps 6 and 7.

NOTE: To extend battery charge, itis recommended that a small area (2'x 3') be cleaned completely inSCRUB mode, then switch to PICK-UP mode, Continue cleaning in 2' x 3'areas, scrubbing first, followed bypickup, Battery charge time will bebetween 25-33 minutes if this proce-dure is followed for cleaning floors,

When switching between SCRUB andPICKUP. it is not necessary to turn thecleaner off. Simply move the modeselector switch back and forth

between the two settings.

9. Empty recovery tank or clean thefilter when the motor sound becomeshigher in pitch and there is a loss ofsuction (see "Automatic Shut-Off".page 6).

Battery charging

Picking Up SpillsYour cleaner may also be used topick up small liquid spills (1 pint orless, never to exceed 1/4 inch indepth) on non-carpeted floors.

Lower handle to operating position.

Set mode selector switch to PICKUP.

Slowly move the cleaner over thespill. The mop's suction will pick upthe spill.

Do not use the cleaner to pick upflammable or combustible liquidsor chemicals. Do not use the clean-

er to pick up detergents that con-tain pine or solvent based ingredi-ents.

Battery indicator light

What do the different light colorsmean?

• The indicator light will be SOLIDORANGE when the unit is pluggedinto the charger and there is nocharge left on the battery.

• The indicator light will be SOLIDGREEN when the battery is at fullcharge, and the cleaner is pluggedinto the charger. During cleaner use.when the battery is low and there isapproximately two minutes of run timeleft. the indicator light will flash.

• The indicator light will BLINK RED ifthe battery is low and the cleaner is8

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not plugged into the charger.

The cleaner can be on a constant

charge so it is always ready for use.Make sure it is in OFF positionbefore charging. However. if thecleaner will not be used for several

weeks at a time. unplugging it isrecommended.

With switch in OFF position, plugcharger (B) into 110/120 volt electricaloutlet.

Firmly press charger end into cleanerreceptacle (C). located on the back ofthe cleaner. Press firmly on cleanerto ensure that end of cord is fullyconnected. Your cleaner will begincharging. It is designed to be storedon charge and ready for use at alltimes.

Charge battery for 16 hours beforeinitial use. If performance drops toan unacceptable level duringcleaning, refer to "Troubleshooting"section.NOTE:

• It is normal for the charger to feelwarm when the battery is charging.Never charge battery in temperaturesabove 100° F or below 32 ° F.

• Charginglightilluminatesorangewhencleanerischarging,Whenbat-teryisatfullcharge,thecharginglightwillilluminategreen,Do not use an outlet which is con-trolled with a wall switch for charg-ing your cleaner.

Cleaning the nozzleTurn cleaner OFF.

The cleaner's nozzle (A) can beremoved for easy cleaning,

Slide the two nozzle release latches

(B) outward,

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Remove nozzle (A) by pulling straightout,

Rinse nozzle under running water,Remove debris from squeegee (C)and wipe with a damp cloth,

To replace nozzle, make sure latchesare out, Cleaner should be in the

upright position for easier assembly ofthe nozzle,

Align middle section (D) of nozzlewith opening on cleaner (E),

While holding nozzle in place, slide

latches inward to lock in place,

Cleaning the brushesTurn cleaner OFF. Remove tanks to

prevent possible leaks, Set tanksaside,

Turn cleaner over so that the bottom

is facing up, Carefully remove debrisfrom the the agitator brush roll (A),

WARNING: Agitator brush roll canstart suddenly. Extra care must betaken when cleaning the agitatorbrushes.

CAUTION: Any other servicingshould be performed by an autho-rized Hoover Service Representa-tive. The appliance has no user ser-viceable parts.

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StorageTurn cleaner OFF. If battery needscharging, refer to "Maintenance -Battery Charging".• Empty and rinse solution and recov-ery tanks, Allow to air dry,• Allow filter in recovery tank lid todry,• Make sure that nothing is pressingon the nozzle squeegee,• Do not store cleaner on a wood sur-face unless cleaner is completelydry,

Storage trayr: _:]

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A convenient tray provides storage ofyour power mop and helps to protectthe brushes and squeegee when notin use, Place the cordless mop in thetray with the wheels in the recessedareas to the back (A) and the nozzleto the front,

Yourum batteries,

When these batteries no longerrecharge, they must be removedfrom the cleaner and disposed ofproperly in accordance with statelaws as described below,

NOTE: Do not remove the batteries

to recharge them, The batteriesshould only be removed if they nolonger recharge and you plan to dis-pose of the cleaner,

How to remove batterypack

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Using a Phillips screwdriver, removescrews (A) on battery door (B),Remove door,

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Remove battery pack from unit, Todisconnect battery pack from termi-nal, push down on tab (C) and pullconnector (D) straight out,

Dispose of battery pack in accordancewith your state's laws,

Battery pack replacement shouldbe done only by an authorizedHoover Service Representative.Contact your local Hoover Salesand Service Center.

The EPA certified RBRC e>BatteryRecycling Seal on the nickel-cadmi-um (Ni-Cd) battery indicates TheHoover Company is voluntarily partici-pating in an industry program to col-lect and recycle these batteries at theend of their useful life, when taken outof service in the United States or

Canada, The RBRC e_program pro-vides a convenient alternative to plac-ing used Ni-Cad batteries into thetrash or the municipal waste stream,which may be illegal in your area,Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY TM for

information on Ni-Cd battery recyclingand disposal bans/restrictions in yourarea,Hoover's involvement in this programis part of our commitment to preserv-ing our environment and conservingour natural resources,

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If a minor problem occurs, it usuallycan be solved quite easily when thecause is found by using the check listbelow,

Possible causePossible solution• Battery not charged• Recharge battery making sure

cleaner is fully connected to end ofcord

• NO Voltage in wall plug• Check fuse or breaker

• Blown fuse/tripped breaker• Replace fuse/reset breaker,

Possible causePossible solution•Automatic shut-off activated• Turn cleaner OFF and then ON

again or• Empty recovery tank (see "Auto-

marie shut-off" section)• Filter or filter lid missing or notpositioned correctly• Ensure recovery tank filter and filter

lid are properly positioned in therecovery tank lid (Figs, 3- 77 & 3- 78)

•Recovery tank and/or solutiontank not positioned properly•Ensure that both tanks are locked in

place,•Filter is dirty• Clean f)lter• Nozzle not properly positioned• Ensure nozzle is replaced proper!y

and locked (Figs, 4-5 & 4-6),

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Possible causePossible solution

•Excess cleaning concentratefoaming in tanks•Use HOOVERm_ Floor-to-Floor TM

Cleaner, it is a low-foam formulation,If using cleaning concentrate otherthan HOOVERm_ Floor-to-FlooF _Cleaner, remix cleaning solutionusing less concentrate,

• Solution tank not properly installed• Ensure that tank is installed properly

(Fig, 3-11)• Recovery tank is full• Empty tank

Possible causePossible solution•Cleaner not set for PICKUP•Set mode selector switch to PICKUP• Recovery tank not properlyinstalled• Ensure that recovery tank is

installed properly (Fig, 3- 76),• Recovery tank full/automatic shut-off engaged.•Remove and empty recovery tank,

• Filter or filter lid missing or notproperly positioned• Ensure recovery tank filter and filter

lid are properly positioned in therecovery tank IM (Figs, 3-77 & 3-78),

Possible causePossible solution•Solution tank not firmly in place•Make sure tank is securely locked in

position,• Solution tank empty•Refill solution tank,

Possible causePossible solution•Mode selector switch set for

PICKUP•Move mode selector switch to

SCRUB position (Fig, 3-4),• Circuit breaker inside cleaner istripped• To reset the breaker:(1) Slide the mode selector switch toOFF,(2) Wait one minute,(3) Turn the mode selector switch toSCRUB and continue cleaning,If the brushes continue to stall and thebreaker trs_s again, clean the brushesto remove debris, (Fig, 4-7)

Possible causePossible solution

•Charger not firmly plugged in• Plug charger in firm!y

ServiceTo obtain approved HOOVER service andgenuine HOOVER parts, locate the near-est Hoover Sales and Service Center orAuthorized Hoover Warranty ServiceDealer (Depot) by:

•checking the Yellow Pagesunder "Vacuum Cleaners -Household" OR -

• checking the list or Sales andService Centers provided with thiscleaner OR -

•checking the Service section orHoover on-line at hoover.cornOR-

• calling 1-800-944-9200 for an auto=mated referral or authorized service

outlet locations (U,S, only),

Do not send your cleaner to Hoover inNorth Canton, Ohio [or service, this willonly result in delay.

I[ [urther assistance is needed, contactthe Consumer Response Center,Phone: 1-330-499-9499.

In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,

Burlington, Ontario LTR 4A8,Phone: 1-800=263-6376.

Always identi[y your cleaner by the com-plete model number when requestinginformation or ordering parts, (The modelnumber appears on the back or thecleaner,)

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Full One Year

Warranty(Domestic Use)

Your HOOVER_m appliance is warranted innormal household use, in accordance withthe Owner's Manual against originaldetects in material and workmanship [or aperiod or one rull year from date or pur-chase, This warranty provides, at no costto you, all labor and parts to place thisappliance in correct operating conditionduring the warranted period, This warran-ty applies when the appliance is pur-chased in the United States including itsterritories and possessions, or in Canadaor from a U. S, Military Exchange. Appli-ances purchased elsewhere are coveredby a limited one year warranty which cov-ers the cost or parts only, This warrantydoes not apply ir the appliance is used ina commercial or rental application,

This warranty only applies when the prod-uct is in use in the country or territory inwhich it is purchased.

Warranty service can only be obtained bypresenting the appliance to one or the fol-lowing authorized warranty service out-lets. Proor or purchase will be requiredbefore service is rendered.

1, Hoover Sales and Service Centers

2. Hoover Authorized Warranty ServiceDealers (Depots).

For an automated referral of authorizedservice outlets in the U.S.A.,phone 1-800-944-9200 OR

Visit Hoover on-line at hoover.corn

This warranty does not cover pick up,delivery, or house calls; however, i[ youmail your appliance to a Hoover Salesand Service Center for warranty service,transportation will be paid one way.

While this warranty gives you specificlegal rights, you may also have otherrights which vary [rom state to state.

I[ [urther assistance is needed, or i[ there

are questions concerning this warranty orthe availability or warranty service outlets,phone the Consumer Response Center,Phone 1-330-499-9499,

In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,1-800-263-6376,

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