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Problem: Cleaner won’t run

Problem: Cleaner suction low

Problem: Power nozzle agitator

brush roll won’t run

Problem: Powered hand tool

brush roll won’t turn

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Not “ON”at cleaner.

Turn “ON” at cleaner.

• Not “ON”at hand grip.

Turn “ON at hand grip.

• Not firmly plugged in.

Plug unit in firmly.

• No voltage in wall plug.

Check fuse or breaker.

• Blown fuse or tripped breaker.

Replace fuse/reset breaker.

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Hose power cord not firmly

plugged in.

Plug firmly into receptacle on 
cleaner base.

• Broken or worn belt.

Replace belt.

• Floor surface set to “BARE”.

Set floor surface to “RUG”.

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Too much pressure being applied to

tool.

Continue using tool applying 

light 

pressure.

• Blockage in turbine channel.

Remove blockage

• Broken or worn belt.

Replace belt.

• Low cleaner suction.

Check items under “Cleaner suction 
low”.

Problem: Nozzle won’t pick up

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Low cleaner suction.

See section “Cleaner suction low”.

• Blockage in nozzle connector.

Remove blockage

• Agitator brush roll not running.

See section “Agitator brush roll  won’t
run”

• Agitator brush roll brushes worn.

Replace brushes.

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Bag full.

Replace paper bag.

• Blockage in nozzle connector,

hose or wands.

Remove blockage.

• Secondary filter dirty.

Clean filter.

• Bag not opening.

Open bag by pulling folds.

• Power set too low/suction regulator 

open.

Increase power setting/close suction 
regulator.

• Hose not properly connected to 

cleaner

Ensure hose is properly connected.

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.

4.Make sure power nozzle plug is dis-
connected from hand grip

.  Then

check for blockage in nozzle connector
( A ) .

2. Plug cleaner in, turn on, and check
hose end for suction.  Remove any
obstructions.  

Clearing blockages

Low suction or pick up may be due to a
blockage in the system.  Refer to the
following steps to check for blockages,
continuing with each step until the
blockage is found: 

1.Turn cleaner off and 

disconnect from

electrical outlet; then disconnect
power nozzle plug and wands from
hand grip.

4 - 1

4 - 2

4 - 3

A

B

3. Remove power nozzle from wands
and attach wands to hose.  Check for
suction and remove any blockages. 

5. Disconnect powered hand tool from
hose. Remove bottom plate, belt guard
and turbine as described in Figs. 3-21,
3-22 and 3-29.
Remove any blockage from turbine
channel (B).
Replace belt, turbine, brush roll, belt
guard and bottom plate.

Summary of Contents for Commercial WindTunnel

Page 1: ...Hoover WindTunnel Canister Cleaner with Powered Hand Tool Owner s Manual English pp 1 14 Español pàg 15 22 Français p 23 30 Review this manual before operating cleaner TM www hoover com ...

Page 2: ...ning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present The hose contains electrical wires Do not use if damaged cut or punctured Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Always turn off this appliance before con...

Page 3: ...ose With hose toward front of cleaner push hose connector into opening in bag lid When hose is attached properly hose cord plug will reach to receptacle on cleaner Insert plug as deeply into the recepta cle as possible Latch A will automati cally fasten Cleaner will not operate unless plug is inserted into receptacle To disconnect hose first remove hose cord plug from receptacle while pulling out ...

Page 4: ...grip 11 Receptacle connect power nozzle cord underneath hand grip 12 Dusting brush 13 Crevice tool 14 Hard floor tool 15 Furniture nozzle 16 Powered hand tool stores in tool lid 17 Power ON light glows when cleaner can be controlled at the hand grip 18 Suction regulator close for maximum suction open if power nozzle is difficult to push or light weight rugs or draperies are being cleaned 1 9 L a r...

Page 5: ...ockage in the nozzle hose tools or at the bag opening remove the blockage On some models two switches are used to turn the cleaner on for opera tion Press remote control switch C on hand grip to the OFF position before plugging cord into electrical outlet Plug cord into an electrical outlet and step on ON OFF pedal The POWER ON light will glow indicating that the cleaner can then be controlled at ...

Page 6: ...to push slide the control toward back to reduce the pow e r This will help p r event damage to the belt Edge cleaning Special edge groomers are provided on both sides of the nozzle to remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture Guide side of nozzle parallel to edge of carpet or furniture as shown Hard surface floor cleaning The power nozzle can be used for cleaning hard surface floors such...

Page 7: ...ool into wand and snap into position To disconnect press down on the center of spring latch and remove tool 7 How to connect To use the cleaner with tools disconnect the power nozzle from the hand grip Tools may be attached directly to the hand grip With the latch in the unlock position insert tool or wand if extra length is needed then push latch to the lock position to secure To remove the tool ...

Page 8: ... Filter bag When to replace Check the bag when the CHECK BAG indicator shows red When bag is filled with dirt the cleaner will not operate effi ciently Discard used bag CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fireplace ashes or fireplace soot may seal the paper bag and may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt When the cleaner is used to remove material...

Page 9: ...rectly and may create stress which could damage your power nozzle Use only a genuine HOOVER Belt part no 40201180 when a belt replacement is necessary When to replace The belt should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition To check remove the hood see following section Replace the belt if it is stretched cut or broken 3 7 Continued Return nozzle to original position and lif...

Page 10: ...ct power nozzle from extension wands 1 Remove the hood as shown in Figs 3 9 and 3 10 Position hood on top of nozzle base Turn nozzle over Replace 2 short screws at the back of nozzle and 2 long screws at the front Replace brush roll cover over agitator brush roll Replace 3 short screws Lift up end of agitator brush roll Remove old belt from agitator pulley E and replace with new belt Lettering on ...

Page 11: ...nt When agitator brush roll brushes are worn the brush roll should be replaced Ask for HOOVER part no 48414 088 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove tool from hose and turn it so bottom faces up Press the latches on either side of tool and remove bottom plate A 2 Unscrew the two Philips screws and remove belt guard B 3 Remove agitator including end plates C and discard...

Page 12: ...bear ings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor The addition of lubricant could cause damage Therefore do not add lubricant to either motor bearing The agitator brush roll is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubri cated periodically by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot Powered hand tool Belt replacement Inspe...

Page 13: ...ushes Possible cause Possible solution Bag full Replace paper bag Blockage in nozzle connector hose or wands Remove blockage Secondary filter dirty Clean filter Bag not opening Open bag by pulling folds Power set too low suction regulator open Increase power setting close suction regulator Hose not properly connected to cleaner Ensure hose is properly connected 4 If you have a problem If a minor p...

Page 14: ...the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty ser vice outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company online at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick ...

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