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The machine itself works fine. I have always used Hoover Steam Vacs in the past. Have always been pleased. I was not expecting this one to give me any problems but this particular one did. The water tank leaks from clean water valve. It started out as a slow drip. Now I cant even fill up the tank and move it onto the machine without making a BIG mess. I was going to try to swap the valves between solution tank and water tank that way I could at least fill up the solution tank as needed once the water tank was filled and in place , but I cannot get the valve off. Ordering valves isn't an option and for what it cost to replace the whole tank I might as well just buy a brand new machine. I rarely use this machine and am disappointed it did not last me longer.
Read More3 families use my machine, and it has served us well for over 5 years. To keep it working well, you have to know your machine. 1. Hot tap water is good, but water heated on the stove will overheat the little valve in the bottom of the clean water tank. This is an easy fix but it's 10 bucks. 2. I have a Golden Retriever and she sheds long blond hair 2x a year. Always vacuum very thoroughly before using the Hoover, and clean the hair out of the brushes every time you empty the tank. 3. Pay attention while you are using the machine. Look for powerful suction across the top of the dirty water tank. Make sure you have rotation of the brushes. Know what your machine sounds like and investigate any unusual noise. Make sure the brushes stop when the handle is locked upward. 4. I have repaired my machine several times when parts just wore out. I had to replace the motor, and also the turbine that spins the brushes. Parts are available online and are not expensive. Almost any repair can be done with nothing but a Phillips screwdriver. 5. Once a year, I take the cover off and give it a good cleaning. There's going to be dirt and hair that need to be cleaned out. My second motor and turbine have lasted 2x as long as the originals, I think because I put a little WD-40 on the bearings. I open up the turbine and add a little white lithium grease to the gears. Inspect the first plastic gear that is driven by the steel worm gear to make sure it is not showing any wear. I also like to spray some Elmer's Slide-All (teflon) on the impeller and the inside of the housing. This reduces friction and adds to the life of the turbine. I love my Hoover. So does my daughter and my son. We all know that if you take good care of your Hoover, it will clean your carpets.
Read MoreI've had this for several years. Loved it when I first used it and have continued to love it. Used it today to clean my mother-in-law's carpet and we were both excited about the results. I am sure it gets that deep down dirt because the reservoir water was almost black and the carpet definitely looked clean.
Read MoreLeaks every time I replace the water/shampoo tank and difficult to remove parts to remove rug fibers from cover hood. It does extract and dry quickly.
Read MoreI am afraid to use this machine. The upper tank I am reading about falls off. I have not used mine yet to see if it leaks too... getting sad as my last cleaner, different brand, was good last for 5 years multiple use. Thinking about returning
Read MoreFive months after the warranty expired, the machine can't be used because the water tank is shot, leaking all over the floor faster than I can mop it up. I loved the machine when it worked, but no machine of any kind should fail after what amounts to 20-30 hours of service.
Read MoreCleaned out carpets very nice and it was all dry with in 3 hours!
Read MoreTHIS CARPET CLEANER IS A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. WE HAVE A 4 HUSKIES, SO YOU CAN IMAGINE THE FUR FLYING EVERYWHERE. IF THE FEMALE GETS MADE AT ME (IF I FORGET TO GIVE HER A TREAT AFTER GOING OUTSIDE ) SHE WILL PIDDEL IN THE HALLWAY. THIS CLEANER SCUBBED IT CLEAN (CLEAN AS IF WE JUST BOUGHT IT NEW) ~ NO SMELL ~ CARPET DRIES VERY QUICKLY. IT DOESN'T TAKE LONG TO CLEAN~VERY EASY TO OPERATE. A MUST BUY!!!!!
Read MoreI bought this cleaner after our last Hoover started smoking. After only 3 uses it has started leaking from the clean water tank. I've cleaned the gaskets/seals on the tank and ensured there is no residue from the cleaning solution. I've re-seated the tank many times but I always get the same leaky result. Please help me resolve this.
Read MoreMy old hoover carpet shampooer went out and it was quite simple to use. Ordered this and while it's great at pulling dirt out, it seems to be a little more complicated with all the latches and steps to refill amd empty the basins. Still a good machine but heavy and a bit bulky too
Read MoreI bought this because I have two dogs who have a tendency to have "accidents" . Used it first time today. 2 things - it did not get the very fresh feces accident out of the carpet. I will try again later. And if you made the clean tank attach with the same type of little hooks you use on the dirty tank - I think even with the cleaning issue I would give it 5 stars. Clean tank very hard to attach.
Read MoreMy current machine is a few years old, and is second to the previous one I had for several years prior. I once nearly accosted a couple in line at the store telling them how much they were going to love the machine they were buying. A very reliable machine!
Read MoreLEAKED ALL OVER MY FLOOR CALLED HOOVER SENT REPLACEMENT PART 4 DAYS LATER DIDNT THINK THAT WAS TOO BAD .. DIDNT FIX LEAK. WATER DUMPING ALL OVER MY FLOORS/CARPETS. CALLED AGAIN 35 MIN WAIT ON PHONE SAID THEY WOULD REPLACE THE WHOLE UNIT.. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN EMAIL I SHOULD GET 24-48 HOURS. STILL NO EMAIL. CALL .. HAD WRONG EMAIL.. RESENDING IT AGAIN. 4 DAYS LATER STILL NO EMAIL TO SEND BACK UNIT FOR REPLACEMENT.
Read MoreWe bought two units, one back around 2011, and another in 2013. Both suffered the exact same catastrophic failures. After a couple of uses, the Spinbrush stops working. Our second unit's Spinbrush gave out after the second use. The solution/water tank leaks pretty badly, so we have to keep cleaning up after it. So all this unit does is get our carpets wet. So it's just a wet vac now. Why is the Spinbrush so prone to failure? I still don't understand why we had to waste our money to buy a new one for it to go the same way.
Read MoreI purchased this as a replacement for the older version. It is just as good, but a lot lighter in weight.
Read MoreWorks very well. Dries almost completely very quickly.
Read MoreBes carpet cleaner I have owned and the rotating brushes make my burber carpet feel soft. Only problem I have had is in the middle of cleaninf my carpets, i noticed that the spinner brushes just stopped. so I Unplugged the cleaner and thinking something was stuck, i pulled the brushes out *awesome btw to be able to keep them clean*, nothing was in there stopping the brushes, but i looked again and the little plastic piece that makes them spin was broken. still waiting for a response on a replacement part. But, i went ahead and finished the room I was in and it still cleaned just as good.
Read MoreI moved into a place where I don't think the carpet was EVER cleaned. This machine has done a terrific job and the carpets smell MUCH better!
Read MoreI love the quality and the ease of having it delivered to my door
Read MoreI bought this in April of 2016. I have had to replace the top bucket handle twice.. If you carry the cleaner from one room to the other, having to pick it up to carry it the bucket on top comes lose. The handle breaks and I have to replace it. It does clean well.
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