HOOVER Breathe Easy™ ® Owner’s Manual ENGLISH ➜ pp.1-13 ESPAÑOL ➜ pág. 14-21 FRANÇAIS ➜ p. 23-29 Read this manual before operating the cleaner ® www.hoover.
Fill in and retain The model and serial number are located on the bottom of the cleaner. For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this information. Your cleaner is model_________________________________________ and has serial number_________________________________________ It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner’s manual. Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your HOOVER product.
1. Assembling cleaner It is extremely important to read and follow all the instruction steps in order. The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing. If you need assistance with any step of the assembly or operation: Visit us on-line at www.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the “Service” button) OR call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S.
1-2 Step 1 Assemble handle A Note: The green or white switch lock (A) near the ON/OFF switch on the back of the bag compartment assembly, helps in assembling your cleaner. Assembly can be continued if the switch lock is missing. However, do not remove the switch lock until assembly is completed. 1-3 1-4 Removing bag door Attaching cord Pull bag door latch forward and remove bag door. Set bag door aside. Slide cord protector (AA) away from rectangular end of cord.
1-12 1-11 1-13 E Attaching upper handle Insert the two screws at the front of the handle to secure it onto the assembly. Tighten the screws. Attaching filter bag Slide upper handle onto assembly, as shown, until the handle snaps into position. 1-14 1-15 1-16 Align opening in bag with dirt tube (E) inside bag compartment. A F Push bag firmly onto tube. Tuck top and bottom of bag into bag compartment.
1-20 1-21 CAUTION: When cleaner is turned on, the agitator will continue to rotate when cleaner handle is in upright position. Avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture, fringed area rugs, or carpeted stairs during tool use. J L H I K Insert hose connector (H), with latch toward front of cleaner, into opposite side of rack. Press hose firmly into rack at upper extensions. Position extension wand (I). Crevice wand (J) stores inside extension wand.
2-2 2-3 2-4 B A A B ON-OFF switch .Handle positions To turn cleaner ON, depress switch (A) toward front. To turn cleaner OFF, depress switch toward back. Note: 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.
2-9 Cleaning tools 2-10 Tools allow you to clean surfaces above the floor and reach hard to clean areas. If the tool caddy has been removed, reposition it on the cleaner. Use tools with the cleaner handle in upright position. Stair cleaning A stair cleaning handle has been designed for ease in using your cleaner on stairs. With handle in operating position, place fingers under edge of stair cleaning handle and guide cleaner with other hand on upper handle.
3. Maintenance Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness. Filter bag When to replace Check filter bag from time to time. It is recommended that you change the filter bag when dirt reaches the dotted line. If more dirt than this accumulates, your cleaner may not operate effectively. NOTE: Check and change the filter bag frequently when using cleaner on new carpet due to rapid accumulation of carpet fluff.
3-6 3-5 3-7 F Removing filter Headlight Lift out filter (F) and hand wash it in cold water with mild detergent. What to buy Let filter air dry and reposition it on the front of the cleaner. Reposition retainer and filter bag door. Should you want to replace this filter, ask for HOOVER part No. 38765024. This cleaner uses a 12 volt, wedge base type 912 bulb, Hoover part No. 27313101. How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
3-13 Agitator brush roll replacement 3-14 What to buy When purchasing a new brush roll, as for Hoover part No. 48414-081. How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. 1. Remove bottom plate, belt and brush roll following directions for Fig. 3-8 and 3-9. Replacing bottom plate 2. Discard old brush roll Line up bottom plate with front edge of cleaner and rotate it into position. Reposition the 2 Phillips head screws. Tighten screws securely.
4. If you have a problem If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below.
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