Review this manual before operating cleaner
This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation, call l-800-944-9200 for automated referral of authorized service outlet locations ( U.S. only ) or l-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center. 1 DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. Fill in and retain The model and serial number are located on the bottom of the cleaner.
lmwwtant Safeauards! - -m- - - - _----- _- -rl-- - - When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Warning. n To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Do not use 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.
Unpacking Unpack cleaner from carton and identify the parts shown. Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing. A. B. C. D. Canister cleaner Power nozzle Paper bag Extension wands and hose The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing below.
Cleaner description 1. Cover: remove by lifting up top section of carrying handle and pulling forward. 2. Carrying handle 3. Check bag indicator: shows red when paper bag should be checked for fullness. 4. Extension wands: use with power nozzle. If added length is desired when using cleaning tools, add one or both wands to hose. 5. Spring latch: locks extension wands together or locks wand to nozzle or tool. 6. 7. a. 9. Power nozzle: automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights.
Questions or Concerns? The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its use. Look on the list provided with the product for your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) or call: l-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet$-gations (U.S.
Attach second wand to the first. Position cord into cord clips on wands, placing excess cord between nozzle and bottom cord clip. To attach hose to wands, rotate plastic latch ring on hand grip until slots in opening align. Push hand grip onto wand so that button projection fits into slot. Turn plastic latch ring to lock wand in place. Push plug on power nozzle cord completely into receptacle underneath hand grip.
How to use To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Power nozzle The power nozzle adjusts automatically for cleaning hard surface floors and various heights of carpet.
Suction regulator The suction regulator is located on the hand grip and is used to increase or decrease suction for various cleaning tasks. If the power nozzle is difficult to push on some carpet, open the suction regulator. This will prevent damage to the belt. Cleaning tools The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions below. Adjust the suction regulator to select the amount of suction appropriate for the cleaning task. Select proper tool 1.
To connect and remove tools -. To connect tools, insert end of tool into extension wand and snap into position. To disconnect, press down on the center of the spring latch and remove tool. Tools attach to hand grip by rotating plastic ring until slots in the opening align. Insert tool and turn latch ring, as shown, to lock tool in place. To remove tool, reverse the above procedure.
How to store Your cleaner can be stored on end as shown in the illustration. Store power nozzle with handle in upright position. The hose and extension wands can be stored disassembled from the cleaner if desired. Maintenance The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the cleaner. Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep this owner’s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when needed.
How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. 1. Remove cover by lifting top section of carrying handle and pulling forward. 2. Depress latch and lift out used bag. 3. Place lower notched edge of new bag collar into grooves located inside front of cleaner. 4. Pull collar forward until latch snaps into collar. Open folds of bag. Push top of bag back. Replace cover. Note: A bag that does not expand properly may restrict airflow. In this event, check the bag, making sure all folds are open.
Obstructions Remove larger items from carpet and floor surfaces before vacuuming to help prevent obstructions in hose, wands or nozzle connector, and to maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner. There are two conditions that will indicate that an obstruction has occurred: 1. Cleaner stops running (See Thermal Protector section.) 2. Cleaner continues to run, but suction is low. (See Clearing obstructions section.
How to clean Disconnect cleaner from eiectricai outlet. The secondary filter is located inside the cleaner behind the paper bag. To remove filter, first remove cover of cleaner, then lift out filter. Clean filter by rinsing it in water. When dry, slide filter back into position. Do not operate cleaner without the secondary fiiter in place. The belt The belt in your power nozzle drives the agitator. It has been designed specifically for use in this cleaner and is important for effective operation.
2. Return nozzle to original position; and lift off nozzle cover. 3. If the belt is not broken, pull it off the motor pulley. 1 MOTOR PULLEY 4. Lift up end of agitator. Remove old belt from agitator pulley and replace with new belt. 5. Stretch belt back and attach to motor pulley. Hold opposite end of agitator in place. Push belt end forward, rotating end plate until it slides into place. Turn agitator, making sure it rotates freely.
6. Position nozzle cover on front lip of nozzle base. Press cover into place. Turn nozzle over and replace screws. The agitator When to replace Disconnect cleaner fern eiectricai outlet. When agitator brushes are worn, the agitator should be replaced. To check condition of brushes, move the edge of a card across agitator opening while turning agitator. To maintain cleaning effectiveness, replace agitator if brushes do not touch card.
Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings, which have been lubricated 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 by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an Authorized Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).
Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by: 0 checking the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners Household” OR 0 checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR 0 calling I-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S.
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