The Hoover SteamVac Carpet Cleaner with Clean Surge, F5914-900 has a 12-amp motor. The cleaning action takes place with warm tap water and a carpet cleaner liquid. The motor rotates five separate spinning brushes over carpets and hard floors, except wood surfaces. An attachment cleans stairways and upholstery. For stains and spots, I like that the machine comes with a Clean Surge function. The cleaning machine also comes with two tanks, one for the warm water and cleaning liquid and the other for the dirty water pulled from the carpet. To get floors and other home surfaces clean, the Hoover F5914-900 is ready to take on the task.
The Hoover F5914-900′s Key Features
Cleaning with this machine takes 12 amps of power and a little soap and water to wash multiple surface areas. While not the most powerful cleaning unit on the market, its Clean Surge provides the added push needed to get tough stains removed from carpeting. I highly recommend taking the little manual booklet, reading it carefully and following the steps on its pages closely to make sure that this machine operates as it should.
When users follow the directions, they should be able to use the attachment for furniture and stairs as well as use for floors of all types except wood. I find the name misleading because it does not have a steam feature. The water is no warmer than it is when the user pours the water into the water container. I do like the separate dirty and clean water tanks that make sure the user does not just clean the floor with dirty water.
The Pros and the Cons of the Hoover F5914-900 SteamVac Carpet Cleaner
I know that most buyers like to put some thought into their purchases. Taking note of the strengths and weaknesses of the product helps them make informed decisions. Then, those customers can be happy with what they have brought home.
The Pros
- The power of the motor is perfect for its operation.
- The machine is basic and does its claimed jobs of cleaning floors and furniture.
- Following the proper steps brings good results in little leakage and excellent suction.
- This Hoover product cleans carpets as well as any professional commercial grade machine.
- Floors dry quickly after cleaning with this appliance.
The Cons
- The machine does not use steam to clean or heat the cleaning water.
- A leaking problem seems to arise if all parts are not perfectly in line.
- Many parts must fit together for the machine to work properly.
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The Overall Performance of the Hoover F5914-900
Overall, I think this machine will do deep cleaning for most carpets and it will clean upholstery and other furnishings. I find that the manual must be followed exactly for optimal performance. The appliance is high maintenance because of all the parts that must fit together for use, and then they must be cleaned after each use. Sometimes a second run over the carpet with plain water can remove any excess soap and dirt. All things considered, the reasonable price and the cleaning ability of this machine definitely make it worth its purchase.