Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
Unit fails to turn on.
The unit may not be
properly plugged in
or the fuse may have
tripped.
Ensure the plug is fully
inserted into the sock
-
et and the socket is
switched on.
Check the fuse on the
mains board, if it has
tripped, reset it.
Low suction or poor
pick-up.
Cylinder is full.
Filters are clogged.
Blockage in the hose.
Belt is worn.
The vacuum is set at
the wrong floor setting.
Empty the cylinder.
Check and clean the
filters.
Check the hose and
clear if necessary.
Check the belt and
replace if necessary.
Check the floor
setting dial and adjust
as required.
The vacuum is making
a “hissing” sound.
The airflow is
restricted
Check for blockages
and clear.
Clean the filters.
The vacuum is difficult
to push.
The vacuum is set to
the wrong height for
the floor type.
Adjust the floor setting
dial as necessary.
Tornado F1 Upright Vacuum
FLR00049
User Manual
