Fillin 1111"I" I" and retain! I" . I ,TheHOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combinatuO_cleaner. It Is used for carpet and rug cleannng and may be used with attachments for above the floor cleaning. The model and serial number appear toward the rear of the bottom of the cleaner. For your personal records, please enter these numbers in the spaces provided below and retain in a safe place. Your cleaner is model and has serial number Save! Index Assembling Cleaner. • .......................
Important Safeguards! • Read all instructions. * Warning: Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces. • Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time. • Keep hands, feet, loose clothing, and hair away from rotating agitator. Do not operate cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals. • Don't run cleaner over cord. It may damage insulation.
Unpacking section Cleaner 7 base and bag assembly 6 Unpack the cleaner from the carton and remove and dispose of cardboard packing. 1 11 Cord reel model Make a small loop with cord and place it over the hook at the back Before operating your cleaner, of identify the handle. When operating, cord should be positioned as shown. features and controls shown in the diagram, then, read the section on "How to use.
1. Edge Cleaning: Brushed edge cleaning is provided on the right side of the cleaner. Standard edge cleaning is provided on the left side. 2, Handle Release Pedals; step on either pedal to lower handle to either operating or low position. (Some models have only one pedal.) 3. Cord Reel: to unwind cord, pull from (Available with some models.) 4. Cord Return storage. Hold models.) 5. Vinyl 7. ON-OFF 8. Handle 9. Twin length, Button: depress to automatically rewind cord for plug until cord is rewound.
How to assemble Remove the tape holding the two handle attachment screws from the lower end of the handle. Set screws aside. CORD Align handle with ON-OFF switch to the rear of the cleaner and label to the front. Fold cord beside cord tube as shown. Push cord and tube completely up into handle. Insert handle into the cleaner to the line indicated on label. Insertion to the line is necessary for proper screw alignment. Remove paper bag from inside the vinyl jacket.
How to use To transport To move your cleaner from room to room, put the handle in the ,pright position, tilt the cleaner back on the large rear wheels and push forward. Handle UPRIGI, tr adjustment The handle of your cleaner has three positions: Upright for storage and when using attachments. Operating for general operation on carpet and foors. Low for reaching under low furniture. The handle can be lowered by stepping on the pedal on either side at the rear of the cleaner.
Special features Edge cleaning Brushed edge cleaning is provided on the right side of the cleaner to remove imbedded dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture. Guide the right side of the cleaner parallel to the edge of carpet or furniture for brushed edge cleaning. Standard edge cleaning is provided on the left side of the cleaner. Standard edge cleaning removes surface dust and litter. Adjustment for carpet pile height The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle.
Cleaning Tools This cleaner may be used with cleaning have a cleaning tool set included. If not, tool set may be purchased at additional cleaning tools allow you to do above the to reach areas. Deluxe cleaning tool set U3901 includes vinyl hose, convertor, wands, dusting brush, furniture nozzle, wall/floor brush and crevice tool. tool attachments. Some models the Deluxe or Standard cleaning cost from Hoover Dealers.
Using cleaning tools A. Attach converter Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Cleaner must not be plugged in when positioning or removing converter. With cleaner in upright position, grasp handle and lean cleaner backwards until bag is flat on the floor and underside is accessible. Turn lock on converter so that the serrated portion is in line with the hose. Pivot converter until it covers the opening. Place projections on converter onto rim on bottom plate of cleaner.
5 6 B. Select proper tool cleaning The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions below. 1. Wall/floor brush* for walls and very irregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate. 2. Furniture nozzle* for upholstered furniture, draperies, tapestries, mattresses, clothing, automobile interiors and carpeted stairs. 3.
Turn the plastic ring as shown to lock the tool in place. To remove tools, reverse the procedure. For additional length, attach wand to the hose using the same procedure as for attaching tools Tools attach to the wand in the same manner. D. Adjust switch handle position and Plug cleaner into electrical outlet. Place handle in the upright position, and slide ON-OFF switch to the ON position or to the HIGH position on some models.
The bag Your cleaner has a durable outer bag which covers the throw away bag. A light wiping with a damp cloth will keep this outer bag clean. When to replace the throw away bag Check the bag from time to time. It is recommended that you change the bag when the dirt reaches the dotted line on the throw away bag. If you let more dirt than this accumulate, your cleaner may not operate effectively. Change bag frequently when using cleaner on new carpet, due to rapid accumulation of carpet fluff.
2. Tuck bottom of new paper bag in first. 4. Tuck remainder of bag into outer jacket. Zip shut. 13 3. Push cardboard bag collar firmly onto fill tube by first, positioning bottom of collar, and then top, onto tube. Make sure the collar is pushed past the raised portion at the top and bottom and tightly in place on the tapered portion of the tube. This will insure a firmly sealed position.
The headlight (Available on deluxe models only.) Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. This cleaner uses two 12 volt, wedge base type 912 bulbs. 1. Lower the handle until the cleaner is positioned with the bag flat on the floor. 2. Use screwdriver to lift lens. Place screwdriver in the two slots provided at the top edge under ridge of lens as shown. Turn screwdriver to loosen lens. IN `,, 3. Lift out lens. 4. Remove bulbs by pulling straight out of sockets.
The belt The belt drives the agitator and is important for the efficient operation of your cleaner. Because of this, when buying a new belt, you should always insist on a genuine HOOVER belt. Some other belts on the market, not manufactured under the Hoover design and quality controls, may not operate the agitator correctly and may damage your cleaner, When to replace belt AGITATOR BELT Check from time to time to be sure the belt is in good condition.
PLATES 4. Use one hand to remove the agitator as you use leverage to lift the agitator with the end of the screwdriver. Remove old belt. 5. If the end plates have loosened, tighten them by turning in opposite directions. MOTOR PULLEY '6. Place one end of the new belt over the metal motor pulley. Lettering on belt should be visible and not against pulleys. Slip the other end around the plastic pulley end of the agitator. (See illustration) i ui- i L IH 7. Grasp the agitator frimly with one hand.
_b,,_ I,& L,._.._J !3. Quickly roll the other side of iagitator into place. 10. Press firmly to be sure agitator is securely in place. DIRT ,,,,,_a=_ DUCT 11. Bottom plate attaches in a hinge-like motion. Place the groove on the front of the bottom plate over the notched edge on the front of the cleaner. Ip = 12. Maintaining front connection,, rotate bottom plate to cover bottom of cleaner. Make sure dirt duct is in position under bottom plate. Press firmly. 13.
Dirt duct and dirt tube To maintain the strong suction and cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner, remove any large items from the carpet surface before vacuuming. However, if your cleaner picks up a larger object than can be exhausted in the bag, it can be caught in the dirt duct or dirt tube. These are easily cleaned out by the following methods. Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. For access to the dirt duct, turn cleaner over to expose underside. Remove bottom plate.
Clean out dirt tube. Agitator brushes Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet before checking brushes. When brushes are worn and bristles do not touch the edge of a card held across the nozzle, they should be replaced. Always replace both brushes at the same time to maintain cleaning effectiveness. 19 To replace dirt tube, position over lower seal and push down. Insert one side against retention clips. Push to snap other side into position.
To replace brushes Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Remove bottom plate, belt and agitator following directions previously given. 1. Hold agitator as shown. Turn end plates in opposite directions until one end plate comes off. 2. Pull or pry out end sections shown in illustration. BAR/BRUSH ASSEMBLY as Note: Pulley end should be removed by pulling straight out. 3. Note position of bar/brush assemblies to insure correct replacement.
User check list This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating condition when it was shipped from the factory. If a minor problem develops, it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is identified. Accordingly, this check list is provided for your convenience. Problem Possible cause Possible solution Cleaner won't run 1. Not firmly plugged in. 2. No voltage in wall plug. 3. Blown fuse/tripped breaker. 1. Plug unit in firmly. 2. Check fuse or breaker. 3.
Lubrication The motor is equipped with one ball bearing and one needle roller bearing. These bearings contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Therefore, do not add lubricant to either motor bearing. The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated periodically. This should be done by a Hoover Factory Branch Service Center or an Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer. Energy saving tips 1.
VCMA VACUUM CLEANER MANUFACTURERS (HOOVER -AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER) Service To The Consumer ASSOCIATION Since 1913 This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers Associa tion from Government and Private Sources concerned with product safety. These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience. TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. Do not store machine outdoors. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.