How to Repair a stuck/sticking spray trigger Hoover Spotless Cleaner

wnThe sprayer trigger was sticking so it didn't turn off the sprayer when needed. This is a quick easy fix.
I hope it helps.
Bissell also uses a similar plunger, so this might help with that too.

Edit: 3/21:
Make sure to use the Superlube synthetic PTFE grease. It works and doesn't attack the rubber O-rings like some petroleum-based grease might. I have no affiliation with Superlube and make no money from this video. Some commenters had varying results and I don't know what they used for grease. This works.
Edit 5/2023. In the six years since I posted this it’s had over 40,000 views and more than 140 comments… My personal conclusion from that huge amount of interest is that this must be a manufacturer defect, and they should offer a recall or mail a fix to registered owners.

[amandawhitford]

Its always the little things same as everyone else couldn't find the answer online so appreciate you taking the time to put up the video.

[BillHickman-fvhi]

I have a Vax Spotwash Duo - same mechanism, same problem, same solution. Many thanks !

[AnnetteAmaya-hivb]

I CANNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH! You helped my husband fix our Hoover. I was already online to buy another one! Hoover should hire you!!

[meltedcandle]

Thank you for that handle/trigger explanation. Almost threw the whole thing out the window from frustration

[jamesbock]

Did the trick, thanks for taking the time. Shame on Hoover, how could they not be aware of this problem, or even worse…they are

[Ripvo]

Aye my man! I was about to tear it apart myself cause I couldn't find anything until this video. Glad you took the time to help others, you're the real mvp

[jadealombro]

Thanks for this! It took about 1 minute for the water to start working.

[yutgoyun]

Thank you so much. I had have a brand new Hoover Power Scrub Deluxe and had this problem. I spent 2 hours today trying to fix this (and it's New Year's, so Hoover customer service was off).

Thanks for a detailed video. I had taken off the screws but didn't know how to do full disassembly (I didn't pull out the white part to see the spring).

UPDATE: this was only a temporary fix for my defective trigger. I chatted with Hoover and got a warranty replacement. The new trigger is way more clicky. They have an online chat which I prefer over calling. I did have to send them a video, provide serial number, and answer a few questions, but it replacement was far superior to the original one I received.

[jamiedaulton]

Not all hero’s wear capes. Thank you so much for this!

[nicolebrewster]

You’re amazing. My Hoover has been sitting for almost a year unused bc the sprayer wasn’t working. I was ready to buy a new one and something told me to google one more time to see if I could find a solution. Found your video!! Quick and to the point and you just saved me a lot of money❤❤🎉🎉 thank you!!!

[genacobb]

Thank you for posting this!! I almost ditched my machine and you showed me how to fix it.

[AulesHammer]

You are the kindest human. Thank you for this. My hero

[stefanobomben]

Thanks for the video. My issue was the water was not spraying at all. By taking it apart like you mentioned and lubricating the plunger with dielectric grease solved the problem . Exactly the opposite of what your situation was. Thanks again.

[cherylborsi]

Very grateful for this info. Need to get thelubri ant you mention but once I know ew the reason for the problem I was able to use a tool to help me complete the job today.
Thank you again for your post

[kemalhawkins]

I had a problem where the trigger was jammed and it actually came loose from the handle. Your video fixed both problems, thanks

[mrsharkspoiler]

Have the same issue.
Tried grease as you did, worked for about 5 minutes.
Tried just cleaning the plastic nozzle and orings- seemed to work.

I think it might be the brand of soap causing the issue. I just bought some off brand carpet cleaner.

If i only use the unit with hot water, it clears up and works. If i use soap, it gets progressively worse

[andyliztait]

Wonderful! Works great now. Thanks for your awesome video👍. Thank God for YouTube!!!

[danielhova]

Thank you! This fixed mine and this is the only video that mentioned the valves in that solenoid at all. Really appreciate it!

[andreacrespo-rt]

Thank you so much. I unscrew it and had a hard time putting it back together until I saw this. You saved me. 🙏

[ScreaminSeahawk]

Thank you very much! Hoover support seemed to more push for a replacement instead of really trying to help: “Did you clean it out when you were done using it? It's possible there is some soap in there that hardened. You can try running warm water through it maybe. It only has a 2 year warranty. If that trouble shooting method doesn't work, you can call in to customer service for a discount on a new product.”