Hoover Platinum Collection Carpet Cleaner with MaxExtract Technology, F8100900

Hoover Platinum Collection Carpet Cleaner with MaxExtract Technology, F8100900

[gallery columns="4" orderby="rand"]So that's what color my carpets actually were...
We should really be hired to test vacuum and carpet cleaners, but even so the price of this dream clean machine gave me some pause (okay, a lot). With 2 kids, 3 dogs, and 2 cats and fairly light carpets, we put our cleaners to the test. I have gone through SEVERAL carpet cleaners (roughly 1 every 2 years) and have also had the carpets professionally cleaned. Honestly, this carpet cleaner cleaned as well if not better than the pros, and worlds better than our current Hoover F6207-900 SteamVac Lite Carpet Cleaner with Heated Cleaning.

Pros:
1) Handle can lay back fully with no strain on the hose - I mention this after replacing the hoses several times on previous Hoovers
2) You do NOT have to mix the detergent!!!! Wow - what a great feature, no waste!
3) 2 separate rollers actually scrub the carpet amazingly well
4) No fuss dial system - incredibly easy to go between standard clean,...
Great machine--very impressed!
I bought this cleaner yesterday after reading many reviews. My little Bissel steam cleaner stopped vacuuming up the solution after just using it 10 times, so I decided to invest in something I won't have to replace once a year. I was nervous at first because the cleaner is very expensive compared to other cleaners, and putting it together, I was terrified it would break, as it's made of plastic which doesn't feel very strong to me. It was simple to put together and get started, and once I started cleaning, I knew I'd made a good choice. I cleaned the carpet in my 17 month old son's room, and was shocked at how differently this cleaner worked compared to my Bissel. With my Bissel, an entire gallon of solution was sprayed onto my carpet, but only a few ounces of the solution was vacuumed up. I contacted Bissel and they assured me this was normal, as I have thick carpets. However, the carpets sometimes took 24 hours or more to dry, which is very frustrating. Needless to say, I hardly...
Really Impressive -- For the 2 Weeks it Worked
I have dogs so I'm always on the lookout for a better and easier way to clean my carpets. I bought this top-of-the-line Hoover Platinum Carpet Cleaner a few months ago. I used it no more than 5 times for some quick clean ups in the first couple of weeks and was very impressed. It did such a good job making "clean spots" that I took it out on the weekend to do the whole carpet.

I used the cleaner as indicated in the manual, and I used only Hoover Platinum cleaning solutions. After cleaning about 120 square feet, in mid-clean, the steamer stopped dead. There was no problem with the outlet; the machine was totally unresponsive. I cleaned it out, put it away, and tried it again the next morning thinking it might have overheated. Still dead, so I returned it. I expected a lot more from a top-of-the-line product from a reputable company.

My experience may not be typical; the cleaner might have been defective. It has a lot of good features, but it also has drawbacks...
Product Features

• Carpet cleaner with SpinScrub brushes and automatic-rinse function
• High-velocity suction; direct heat for fast drying; 2 spot-cleaning settings
• SpinScrub powered hand tool, upholstery tool, crevice tool, and stretch hose
• LED indicator lights; detergent included; minimal assembly required
• Measures approximately 20 by 15 by 44 inches; 5-year limited warranty

Product Descriptions
Description :

Equipped with MaxExtract technology and a powerful 12 amp motor, this easy-to-use carpet cleaner provides a computer-controlled system with carpet or rug settings for a professional-looking clean without the guesswork. Simply push a button and turn the dial to start the cleaning cycle. The machine's Dual Scrub technology combined with SpinScrub brushes surround carpet fibers to gently remove dirt from every angle.

Features a targeted detergent spray for stubborn stains

It also offers two spot-cleaning settings: a stream setting for smaller spots and a spray setting for heavy-traffic areas--just pull the trigger to dispense the cleaning solution. After washing the carpet, the machine produces high-velocity suction to remove dirty water, while its patented AutoRinse feature automatically rinses carpets with fresh water, which means less soap residue left behind. Finally, the cleaner delivers direct heat for fast drying within a matter of hours.


Clean stairs and other hard-to-reach areas with the onboard SpinScrub powered hand tool, upholstery tool, or crevice tool attached to the unit's 96-inch-long stretch hose. The carpet cleaner comes with a blue LED headlight to illuminate spots and stains, as well as bright LED lights to indicate "ready", proper cleaning, and when it's time to empty or refill the tank.


Other details include a 13-1/4-inch nozzle width, brushed-edge cleaning, brushroll shut-off, a 128-ounce clean-water capacity, a 96-ounce dirty-water capacity, a 20-foot power cord, and a comfort-grip handle. A 16-ounce bottle of professional-strength detergent comes included so you can start using your machine right away. Requiring minimal assembly, the carpet cleaner measures approximately 20 by 15 by 44 inches and carries a five-year limited warranty.

The Hoover Platinum Series

The Hoover Platinum Series allows you to step up to a new level up luxury while you clean. The entire collection features a sleek and contemporary design scheme, as well as cutting edge cleaning technology. The MaxExtract Technology along with the dual scrub brushes boost this carpet cleaner into a new category of clean. The combination of strong suction and heat mean your carpets will be dry sooner, and you can clean your carpets without burdening your lifestyle.

Easy to access controls located on the top of the machine allow you to always have the perfect cleaning settings for the job right without having to bend down or make manual adjustments







Dual SpinSrub brushes increase agitation to loosen more dirt and grime from your carpet, while also collecting more loose fibers and dust






MaxExtract Technology cleans deeper while also drying your carpet faster by sucking up more water with each pass, the addition of heat means carpet cleaning does not have to be a multi-day event—your floors will be dry in hours instead of days