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How to clean tools

To clean the hose, wipe off dirt with a
cloth dampened in a mild detergent.
Rinse with a damp cloth. 

Cleaning tools may be washed in warm
water with a detergent. Rinse and air dry
before using.

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D

E

H

F

Select proper tool

D. Dusting brush 

may be used for

carved furniture, table tops, books,
lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian blinds,
baseboards, shutters, and registers.

E. Furniture nozzle 

may be used for

upholstered furniture, draperies, mat-
tresses, clothing, automobile interiors,
and carpeted stairs.

F. Crevice wand 

(stores inside exten-

sion wand) can be used in tight spaces,
corners and along edges in such places
as dresser drawers, upholstered furni-
ture, stairs and baseboards. It can also
be used for extra reach with the dusting
brush and/or extension wand.

G. Extension wand 

is used to give

extra length to your hose. Use it with any
of the above tools.

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Remove hose

When using cleaning tools, 

cleaner

handle should be in the upright posi-
tion. 

Also, 

turn cleaner OFF before

disconnecting and connecting the
hose (H).

Remove hose end from cleaner base.

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I

Attach wand and tools

The tools are attached to the hose or the
wand in the same manner.

Push tool firmly onto hose; twist tool slightly
to tighten or loosen connection.

Attach second wand or tool to the wand in
the same manner.

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Extra reach hose 

(available at additional cost)
The extra reach hose provides easier
cleaning of stairs and hard to reach
places. Follow the steps below for attach-
ing and detaching hose.

Turn cleaner OFF before disconnecting
and connecting hose.

Remove hose end from cleaner base.

Align end of extra reach hose with projec-
tions (J) with slots (K) on end of attached
hose.

Slide hose into slots and twist hose to
lock it into place. (To detach hose,
reverse procedure.)
Attach wands or tools to the other end of
hose.

J

K

Cleaning tools

Tools allow for cleaning surfaces above
the floor and for reaching hard to clean
areas.

The cleaner is ready for tool use when
handle is in upright position.

CAUTION: Agitator continues to
rotate while cleaner handle is in
upright position. Avoid tipping clean-
er or setting it on furniture, fringed
area rugs or carpeted stairs during
tool use.

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Replacing hose

When you are finished cleaning with the
tools, use the end of the hose to push
the cover (I) down and push hose onto
opening.

Twist hose end slightly to tighten the
connector.

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Summary of Contents for U5179

Page 1: ...HOOVER Thank you for your purchase FoldAway Upright www hoover com ENGLISH pp 1 12 ESPAÑOL pág 15 21 FRANÇAIS p 22 28 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...ing that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose Do not use without dirt cup or filters ...

Page 3: ... product to the store Carton contents Your cleaner comes fully assembled with the tools and hose stored on board Remove any tape or packing material from the cleaner A Cleaner B Hose cleaning tools and wands packed on cleaner Continued Cord clip To help keep the cord out of the way while cleaning position cord into cord clip C 1 1 A A C B Packed inside extension wand B Using fold down handle 1 2 1...

Page 4: ...e cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner This cleaner is intended for household use Polarized plug To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified ele...

Page 5: ...ou have reached the edge it is completely off the rug Move cleaner back to start again lower nozzle and use only for ward strokes Carpet height adjustment The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle B When it is necessary to raise and lower the nozzle for various carpet pile heights turn the carpet height adjustment knob C to the desired setting For ease in turning the knob place han...

Page 6: ... and tools The tools are attached to the hose or the wand in the same manner Push tool firmly onto hose twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen connection Attach second wand or tool to the wand in the same manner 2 15 2 14 Extra reach hose available at additional cost The extra reach hose provides easier cleaning of stairs and hard to reach places Follow the steps below for attach ing and detachi...

Page 7: ...ilter C Lid D Dirt cup carry handle latch E Filter chamber release latch F While the cleaner is in operation the screen at the bottom of the filter chamber will stop larger debris from entering the pleated filter chamber This larger debris will be seen collecting in the the dirt cup The pleated filter will collect fine particles that have passed through the screen 3 1 3 2 3 4 3 3 Remove filter cha...

Page 8: ...sition Replace filter grid and dirt cup Should you want to replace this filter ask for HOOVER part no 40110004 Do not operate cleaner without any of the filters in place Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Remove dirt cup as described in Fig 3 2 Insert a flat screwdriver into slot and remove the access door K 3 15 3 14 What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulb HOOVER p...

Page 9: ...ts with your cleaner When purchasing a new belt ask for HOOVER part No 40201190 Press on handle release pedal L and lower the nozzle so it is flat Remove hose end Fig 2 11 Remove 2 screws at rear of hood 3 19 Lift hood off cleaner 3 20 Remove the 2 screws behind the agitator cover Remove agitator cover M 3 21 Remove agitator and used belt Discard used belt 3 22 3 23 With lettering to the outside o...

Page 10: ...otector automatically resets and cleaning may continue If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the above steps your cleaner may need servicing see Service section The agitator brush roll When to replace When agitator brushes are worn the agitator should be replaced To check condition of brushes discon nect cleaner from electrical outlet Move edge of a card across bottom plat...

Page 11: ... Check fullness of dirt cup and filter assembly empty cup and clean filters if needed 4 2 A B 4 1 Check dirt path 2 Remove dirt cup look in duct A 3 Clear blockage from dirt duct Check intake opening 4 Remove dirt cup and look in duct B 5 Clear blockage from duct 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 ...

Page 12: ...ranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service transportation will be paid one way While this warranty gives you specific ...

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