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aintenance and care
12
Clearing clog
Low suction, poor pickup or no suction
may be due to a clog in the vacuum
cleaner. If you notice a change in
the sound of the vacuum motor or a
reduction in the spinning action in the
dirt container, check for clogs.
1.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2.
Empty dirt container.
3.
Check upper tank and primary separator
for build up or clogs. Check to make sure
primary separator is installed correctly. To
unlock the primary separator, grasp the
rim and turn toward the left. Pull straight
down to remove. If the primary separator
is missing or not locked into place, check
and clear the tube in the center of the
dirt container and properly install
primary separator.
4.
Remove the Twist ‘n Snap hose from the
vacuum by turning to the left. Check the
suction inlet, hose and hose wand for
clogs. Remove any clogs from the hose
using a long, narrow object such as
a broomstick.
5.
Check the foot hose for clogs. If need-
ed, remove the screw attaching the hose
wand base to the vacuum. Straighten
the foot hose and unclog with a long,
narrow object such as a broomstick.
6.
If the clog persists, follow the instructions
for checking the rotating floor brush on
page 11 and inspect the air passageway
for obstructions.
Air Passageway
Primary
Separator
Suction Inlet
Hose Wand
Base
