Name: Hoover SmartWash Pet Automatic Carpet Cleaner Machine with Spot Chaser Wand and Storage Mat, Deep Cleaning Carpet Shampooer Machine, Pair with a
Brand: Hoover
Rating: 4.4 (1961 reviews)

Question 1

Can I use hot tap water in the clean tank?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Hoover recommends using hot tap water (not boiling) to help improve cleaning performance. The machine does not heat water internally like some higher-end models, but hot water on its own works fine.

Question 2

Can I use it on hard floors?

Accepted Answer

No, this machine is designed for carpet and upholstery only. Using it on hard floors will spray water and solution onto floors, which may cause puddles or damage. Hoover sells separate hard-floor cleaner models for that.

Question 3

Does this work on high-pile or shag carpets?

Accepted Answer

Hoover states it's designed for use on standard and high-pile residential carpets. The brush roll is adjustable with a manual dial for low, mid, and high pile. It works, but thick shag carpets take longer to dry and may require more passes.

Question 4

Is the spot wand long enough to clean stairs?

Accepted Answer

The Spot Chaser Wand extends about 18 inches from the handle and has finger-tip controls. It's long enough to reach most stairs without bending your back, but for very narrow or steep staircases you may need to use the wand horizontally.

Question 5

Does it have a retractable cord?

Accepted Answer

No, the cord is about 25 feet long, but it does have a cord hook near the handle for manual wrap. It doesn't have a button retractable cord like some vacuums.

Question 6

What is the water tank capacity?

Accepted Answer

The clean water tank holds about 1 gallon (128 ounces) and the recovery tank holds about 0.8 gallons (100 ounces). That's enough for covering roughly 100-150 square feet per fill depending on stain intensity.

Question 7

Does it pick up hair from pets well?

Accepted Answer

Generally yes, especially because the brush roll acts as a hair lifter and the strong suction pulls embedded hair out. You may need to clean the brush roll after use if there's excessive hair, but users report that it easily unwinds.

Question 8

How do I get the cleaning solution to come out?

Accepted Answer

You press the trigger pedal with your foot while pulling backward. The machine applies solution on the pull stroke (to avoid over-wetting) and you release to suck up. The wand has its own trigger button for manual spray control.

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