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Replacing the agitator

brushes

Disconnect the cleaner from

electrical outlet and

disconnect power nozzle from

extension wand.

To replace worn brushes, remove
bottom plate, belt and agitator,
following directions previously
given.

Turn end plates of agitator

counterclockwise until one end
plate comes off.

Then pry out end section as
shown.

Pry out opposite end section,
removing the end plate and shaft

from the agitator as illustrated.

Remove brushes by pulling them

from agitator with pliers. Slide

new brushes into the channels 

small ends first   pushing them

in as far as possible.

 

Replace end plate and shaft,

lining up locator on end section

with slot in agitator. Replace
other end section and end plate
and tighten.

Should you accidentally displace

the bearing during disassembly,

reassemble as shown.

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Summary of Contents for Celebrity IV S3137

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Page 2: ...nd serial number in the spaces provided above and retain in a safe place The model number and serial number appear on the bottom of the cleaner Save Index Assembling Cleaner 57 Cleaner Description 3 5 Cleaning Tools 9 lO How To Use Power Nozzle 7 9 Important Safeguards 2 Lubrication 2 Maintenance Nozzle Hose 17 Replacing Agitator Brushes l7 18 Replacing Bag 12 13 Replacing Belt 14 17 Replacing Bot...

Page 3: ...equently when picking up very fine materials such as powder l Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to cord plug prongs or receptacle l The use of an extension cord is not recommended l If cleaner is in disrepair do not attempt to operate l Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at Hoover Fac tory Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealers l Use vac...

Page 4: ...ify the parts shown Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing A Canister B Power nozzle C Disposable bag D Tools with tool storage rack extension wands and hose Power Nozzle with Headlight for Model S3139 only The cleaner assembled will look like the drawing below ...

Page 5: ... to desired length Step on cord rewind control to automatically rewind for storage TOOL STORAGE RACK Tool storage for crevice tool furniture nozzle wall floor brush and dusting brush Removable FURNITURE NOZZLE II WALL FLOOR BRUSH DUSTING BRUSH 13 CREVICE TOOL ON OFF CONTROL A convenient foot operated control on top of cleaner SPRING LATCH Connects extension wands EXTENSION WANDS Connect to hose an...

Page 6: ...th the dot on the cleaner Turn the hose clockwise until it lines up with the bar on the cleaner and latch locks into place When the hose is attached properly the hose cord plug will reach to the receptacle on the cleaner Insert the plug firmly and as deep into the receptacle as possible To disconnect hose depress latch away from hose connection opening in cleaner While holding latch turn the hose ...

Page 7: ...s on extension wands placing ex cess cord between nozzle and bottom cord clip c To attach the hose and extension wands rotate the plastic latch ring on hose grip to accept the button projection on the extension wands Push the handle over the wand so that the button projection fits into the slot Turn the outer ring on the handle to lock the handle and wand in place d Connect nozzle power cord to re...

Page 8: ...e Handle Adjustment Latch to lower the handle Use the low position for reaching under low furniture Raise the handle straight up for the storage position Carpet and rug cleaning When using the power nozzle for carpet and rug cleaning push the Surface Selector Lever with your toe to the Carpet setting The Selector Indicator should show the lever on the Carpet position To remove press front middle s...

Page 9: ...sealed cork concrete and terrazzo as well as carpet You will find it particularly convenient when cleaning rugs to adjust the power nozzle to Bare Floor and continue cleaning the surrounding floor surfaces The small front wheels on the bottom of the power nozzle provide the proper nozzle height for hard surface floors The brush located directly behind the nozzle opening helps to provide effective ...

Page 10: ...ools have many uses Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions below Adjust the Suction Regula tor to select the amount of suction appropriate to the cleaning task 1 Crevice tool For radiators dresser drawers spaces between kitchen appliances 2 Wall floor brush For walls and very irregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate 3 Furniture nozzle For upholstered f...

Page 11: ... as shown to lock the tool in place To remove the tool reverse the above procedure The power cord leading from the hose connection to the receptacle on the cleaner base need not be connected when using the cleaning tools However to avoid damage to the cord leave cord connected to the receptacle on the cleaner To clean hard to reach areas Use the curved wand with the extension wand The tools at tac...

Page 12: ... carpeted stairs according to the illustrations How to store Your cleaner can be stored on end as shown in the illustration Store the power nozzle with the handle in the upright or storage position NOTE When storing the nozzle be sure the Surface Selector Lever is in the Carpet position The hose extension wands power nozzle and tool storage rack can be stored separately from the cleaner if desired...

Page 13: ...g and may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt When the cleaner is used to remove material of this nature the bag should be changed frequently Where to buy bags Bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center When ordering bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner What bags to buy Use HOOVER bag type H wi...

Page 14: ...motor housing and open the folds of the bag to allow the bag to properly fill Make sure all four folds are open NOTE A bag that does not expand properly may restrict air flow In this event check the bag making sure all the folds are open High suction on some carpet surfaces can cause the nozzle to hug the carpet and also restrict air flow When this occurs reducing the suction with the suction regu...

Page 15: ... following section If the belt is stretched or cut or if the agitator fails to rotate replace the belt 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 There are other belts manufactured that are similar in shape and size but are not designed for the HOOVER power nozzle Such belts do not op...

Page 16: ...e space for grasping the agitator remove end of hose from holder Then grip agitator and pull out Remove old belt Place one end of the new belt around agitator pulley with smooth side of belt against the pulley Line up metal projection on end of agitator opposite the belt1 with groove on inside wall of nozzle Then slide agitator into place 15 ...

Page 17: ...lustrated Bracing the end of the screw driver against the end of the motor shaft slide belt over end of shaft Remove screwdriver Check to be sure belt is not twisted Rotate the agitator by hand to properly align the belt on the motor shaft Agitator should rotate freely 16 ...

Page 18: ...ay bag If the hose becomes obstructed cleaning effectiveness will sharply decrease Remove bottom plate as described in preceding section and slide end of hose out of the holder Clear hose and reinsert into holder Replace bottom plate as described in preceding section Agitator brushes When brushes become worn and bristles do not extend past the bottom plate of the nozzle they should be replaced Hol...

Page 19: ...n pry out end section as shown Pry out opposite end section removing the end plate and shaft from the agitator as illustrated Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator with pliers Slide new brushes into the channels small ends first pushing them in as far as possible bb LOCATOR END SECTION Replace end plate and shaft lining up locator on end section with slot in agitator Replace other end secti...

Page 20: ...connect power nozzle from extension wand Put the Surface Selector Lever in the Carpet Position This will allow for easier removal of the brush Turn power nozzle over Remove bottom plate by unscrewing the 2 Phillips head screws at the back of the nozzle Lift plate off to release from nozzle housing Turn inside of the bottom plate up Carefully slide brush out of holders With the Surface Selector Lev...

Page 21: ... Replace screws Power nozzle with headlight The headlight located on top of the power nozzle operates when the cleaner is turned on How to replace the headlight Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wand 1 Turn power nozzle over Remove metal bottom plate by unscrewing the 2 Phillips head screws at the back of the nozzle Lift plate off to release from ...

Page 22: ...b into socket and twist to remove Replace with 15 watt bulb Push new bulb into socket and twist into place 6 Press top of cover to snap pro jections into place 7 Turn power nozzle over and replace cover screw 8 Replace bottom plate by fitting the plate over the lip at the front of the nozzle housing Line up the slots over the wheels and position holes in bottom plate over screw mountings Replace s...

Page 23: ...in on cleaner base and under neath handle 2 Broken or worn belt 2 Replace belt D Nozzle 1 Low cleaner suction 1 See Item B won t pick 2 Obstruction in nozzle 2 Remove foreign object up 3 Agitator not running 3 See Item C 4 Agitator brushes worn 4 Replace brushes If the problem persists check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under Vacuum Cleaners Household for your nearest Hoover Factory Ser...

Page 24: ...machine off at switch before unplugging from wall outlet When unplugging machine grasp plug not cord Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or attaching accessories Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from trip ping over power cord or machine Use machine and accessories only in manner intended by manufacturer FOR BEST PERFORMANCE Keep your machine...

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