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Summary of Contents for Guardsman U4125

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Page 2: ...er and serial number in the spaces provided above and retain in a safe place The model number and serial number are on the bottom of the cleaner Save INDEX Cleaner Description 3 Energy Saving Tips 2 How to Unpack and Assemble Cleaner 3 6 How to Use on Carpet and Floors 6 8 How to Use Cleaning Tools 9 13 Important Safeguards 2 Lubrication i8 Maintenance Authorized Hoover Service 18 How to Replace B...

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

Page 4: ...NT FOR PILE CARPET HEIGHT Adjusts the underside of the cleaner nozzle location to the carpet pile height for cleaning various carpet piles Four positions are LOW NORMAL HIGH and SHAG al 2 3 Fig 1 SPRING HOOKplace spring ring over hook to support the bag BAGJACKET ON OFF SWITCH ON HANDLE BAIL to turn cleaner ON or OFF push pedal down with toe CARRYING HANDLE located underneath handle bait BAG CLIP ...

Page 5: ...b at the bot tom of the plate will fit into the han dle and the tabs of the handle bail will fit the cutout areas of the plate Secure with nut Tighten nut with screwdriver B Join upper and lower handles Join upper and lower handles aligning holes Check to see that cord storage hooks are on the same side of handle Place cord clip around cord with flat side toward handle of cleaner and holes to the ...

Page 6: ... the cleaner Fig 1 Just above the opening at the rear of the cleaner is the bag clip Pull the bag clip to the left and fit bag against opening When you release the bag clip it should move to the right and fit completely over the bag lock Fig 2 Attach the bag to the bag spring hook which is located on the top section of the handle Fig 3 D Attach throw away bag to cleaner BAG 3 PROJECTIONS To attach...

Page 7: ...h toe Plug into electric outlet Your cleaner is now ready to operate Turn the cleaner on and push down on the han dle until the front of the cleaner is free from the carpet This insures that the throw away bag is inflated _ Upright ating Handle adjustments The handle of your cleaner has three positions Upright for storage and when using attachments Operating for general operation on carpet and flo...

Page 8: ...iently adjusted by hand Select the adjustment for the carpet pile height according to the chart below o o H l leg e oo H l H au H o oo o o o Low for low pile and kitchen carpet Normal for rugs with normal pile height and for removing loose dirt from hard surface floors High for rugs with normal pile height but thicker density if the cleaner is difficult to push at Normal move the lever to the High...

Page 9: ...de slowly guide the cleaner paralled to the edge of the carpet Cleaning lightweight flexible rugs Lightweight flexible rugs used on hard surface floors in entrances bathrooms etc should be cleaned by the following method Stand on one end of the rug and move the cleaner toward the other end or edge Before reaching the other end push down on the handle This will lift up the nozzle front of cleaner a...

Page 10: ...ter of seconds and you will find a tool for almost every cleaning job in your home When using attachments follow the simple steps discussed in this section A Attach the converter B Select the desired tool C Attach the tool D Have cleaner in upright position when using cleaning tools USING CLEANING TOOLS A Attach converter By using the converter attachment Fig 1 you can channel the suction from the...

Page 11: ...ing or removing front converter Have cleaner in upright position Grasp handle of cleaner and lean backwards so that bag is flat on the floor and the underside is visible Fig 4 5 6 Grasp the converter turn red con verter lock away from the hose Fig 5 Place plastic latches of converter onto metal rim of bottom plate Fig 6 8 Bring converter up until it covers the opening Fig 7 To lock in place turn r...

Page 12: ...r carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fix tures venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers Fig 4 Crevice tool For radiators dresser drawers spaces between kitchen ap pliances Fig 5 Wand s Used to give extra length to your vinyl hose They are ideal to reach ceilings the top of draperies high shelves and cupboards Use them with any of the above tools Fig 6 Available only in delux...

Page 13: ...nd higher speed is for use with attachments Upon insertion of the converter and having the cleaner handle in the upright position the motor automatically adjusts to the higher speed Therefore for effective operation it is important to have your cleaner handle in the upright position when using the attachments When using the cleaning tools the adjustment for carpet pile height should be set accordi...

Page 14: ...self with these home maintenance tasks and keep this owner s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when needed Proper use and care of your cleaner will insure continued cleaning effectiveness The bag Your cleaner has a durable outer jacket which covers the throw away bag A light wiping with a damp cloth will keep this outer jacket clean When to replace the throw away bag Check the...

Page 15: ... Note Do not clean out old bag and re use Discard used bag To install new bag refer to pages 5 and 6 How to replace the headlight Disconnect the cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Set adjustment lever for pile height to the NORMAL or HIGH position 2 Turn cleaner over and remove the two screws indicated in the illustra tion Place cleaner ill the upright position and remove hood 3 Remove bulb by pulli...

Page 16: ...section tf the belt is stretched or cut or if the agitator fails to rotate replace the belt What belt to buy To assure effective operation use only genuine HOOVER belts with your HOOVER Guardsman cleaner When purchasing a new belt ask for Hoover part No 49258 How to replace the belt Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Turn cleaner over Remove metal plate on bottom of cleaner by pushing lat...

Page 17: ...te in wire holders Check to see that latches are pushed back and will not be covered by plate Place plate in position and latch securely The brushes When to replace brushes When brushes are worn and bristles do not touch the edge of a card held across the bottom plate they should be replaced Always replace both brushes at the same time to maintain cleaning effectiveness What brushes to buy When pu...

Page 18: ...aft by pulling straight out Pry out remaining end section 5 Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator Use pliers if necessary Slide new brushes into channels Push them in as far as possible END SECTION WASHER BEARING 6 To reassemble reverse procedure Replace first the last end section removed then end plate and shaft Replace remaining end section and end plate Be sure end sections are assembled...

Page 19: ...the problem persists check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under Vacuum Cleaners Household for your nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer where approved service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be obtained The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the Hoover Factory Service Centers If you are unable to obtain the information you ...

Page 20: ...achine 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 attach ing 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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