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B. If a blockage occurs during
tool use:

Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from
electrical outlet.
1. Look into hose end and remove any
blockage.

Note: 

Electrical parts are enclosed in

the cleaner. Do not remove any screws.
If blockage cannot be removed through
existing openings, take the cleaner to a
Hoover Factory Service Center or an
Authorized Hoover Warranty Service
Dealer (Depot).

C. If blockage occurs during
powered hand tool use:

Filter assembly not assembled prop-
erly

Ensure that filter assembly is posi-
tioned properly (Figs. 3-10 to 3-12).

Problem:  Cleaner hard to push

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Incorrect carpet height setting

Move nozzle control knob to a higher 
settting.

Problem: Cleaning tools won’t pick
up

Possible cause

Possible solution

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D

1. Disconnect powered hand tool from
hose. Remove bottom plate, belt guard
and turbine as described in Figs. 3-28,
3-29 and 3-35.

Remove any blockage from turbine
channel (D).
Replace belt turbine, brush roll, belt
guard and bottom plate.

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Problem: Cleaner won’t run

Clearing blockages

Disconnect cleaner from electrical

outlet.
Warning - Brush roll can start

suddenly.  Unplug cleaner when it

is turned over.

Low suction or pick up may be due to a
blockage in the system.  Refer to the fol-
lowing steps to check for blockages

continuing with each step until the
blockage is found:

A. If a blockage occurs dur-
ing floor cleaning:

Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from
electrical outlet.

1. Check fullness of dirt cup and filter
assembly; empty cup and clean filters if
needed.

4. If you have a
problem

Possible cause             

Possible solution

• Not firmly plugged in  
• 

Plug unit in firmly.

• No voltage in wall plug
• 

Check fuse or breaker.      

• Blown fuse/tripped breaker
• 

Replace fuse/reset breaker.

• Thermal protector activated
• 

Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes

(this will reset the thermal protector)

Problem: Cleaner won’t pick up

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Broken or worn belt              
• 

Replace belt.

• Agitator brush roll worn
• 

Replace brush roll.

• Dirt cup full
• 

Empty dirt cup.

• Incorrect carpet height setting
• 

Move nozzle control knob to lower   

setting.

• Blockage in air flow passage
• 

Clear blockage.

• HEPA cartridge filter clogged
• 

Clean HEPA cartridge filter by either 

tapping the side of the dirt cup or 
removing the cartridge filter as 
described in the “Filter assembly” sec-
tion.

Pre-filter clogged

Clean pre-filter as described in 
“Filter assembly” section.

Dirt cup not properly installed and 
latched

Position dirt cup properly and lock 
latch (Fig. 3-5).

Problem: Cleaning

Dirt cup lid not positioned properly 
or missing

Ensure that dirt cup lid is properly 
positioned. 

Problem: Cleaning tools

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can
be solved quite easily when the cause
is found by using the check list below.

Problem: Powered hand tool brush roll 

won’t turn

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”.

C

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• Cleaner handle not in upright posi-

tion

Ensure that cleaner handle is locked in
upright position. 

• Blockage in hose

Clear blockage.

Problem: Cleaner won’t self-propel

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Flat belt broken or worn

Replace belt.

• Self-propel button in OFF position

Slide button to ON.

Problem: Brush roll not turning

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Brush roll in OFF position

• Move brush roll control to ON position 

(carpet)

• Flat belt broken or worn

Replace belt.

Problem: Visible dirt leaking 
through final filter

Possible cause

Possible solution

• Filter assembly not installed 

properly

• Remove filter assembly from dirt 

cup and ensure that HEPA cartridge  
filter is properly attached to pre-filter 
screen and that entire filter assembly 
is properly repositioned inside dirt 
cup (Fig. 3-10 through 3-12).

Problem: Dirt inside dirt cup stops 
spinning

Note: 

Heavy debris may settle to the

bottom of the dirt cup and prevent the
dirt from spinning without affecting
cleaning performance. The cleaner can
continue to be used even if the dirt is
not spinning inside the dirt cup.
However, if the dirt does stop spinning
AND there is a noticeable decrease of
performance, check the items under
“Cleaner won’t pick up”.

Checking under bottom plate

2. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug.
3. Remove bottom plate, belt and agita-
tor (see “The belt” section).
Look into opening (C) for blockages and
remove.

4. Remove agitator shield and remove
any loose debris which may have accu-
mulated under it.

Summary of Contents for WindTunnel Self-Propelled U6616

Page 1: ...This product was designed for easy Assembly See page 3 www hoover com Self Propelled WindTunnel Bagless with Powered Hand Tool by HOOVER...

Page 2: ...ppliance before connecting or disconnecting hose Do not use without dirt cup or filters in place Empty cup and clean filter frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder Use extra care...

Page 3: ...d referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR Call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center Continued Easy 3 step assembly Looking at the back of t...

Page 4: ...ctric 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...

Page 5: ...rrying handle on the back of the cleaner 5 2 8 2 5 2 6 C D The green light will remain on through out cleaning except when the detector senses that a larger amount of dirt is being picked up then the...

Page 6: ...nozzle for stair cleaning Clean from bottom to top CAUTION To avoid personal injury or unnecessary wear to carpet and to prevent the cleaner from falling always place it at bottom of stairs Cleaning t...

Page 7: ...ued cleaning effectiveness Dirt cup The dirt cup assembly consists of the following parts Lid A Dirt Cup B Pre filter C HEPA Cartridge Filter D Dirt Inlet Opening E While the cleaner is in operation t...

Page 8: ...idge filter and pull it away from pre filter Remove car tridge from assembly The pre filter can be cleaned with a brush and then rinsed with water Allow pre filter to dry thoroughly The HEPA cartridge...

Page 9: ...ilter frame with ribs M in dirt cup Slide filter assembly down into cup until a light snap is felt Gently pull up on assembly to ensure that it is seated properly in the cup Ensure that no part of pre...

Page 10: ...d What to buy When purchasing a new agitator ask for HOOVER part No 48414069 3 18 Belt replacement The belts are located under the bottom plate of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time t...

Page 11: ...lt and posi tion belt in groove F on brush roll Replacing brush roll Removing brush roll Slide brush roll control Fig 2 9 to Hard OFF position Turn cleaner over and remove bottom plate Fig 3 18 Lift u...

Page 12: ...broken replace it see follow ing section 5 Insert brush roll through belt and posi tion belt over gear teeth D on brush roll C D 3 31 3 32 E 6 With curved ends down slide end plates C of brush roll in...

Page 13: ...nd cleaning may continue If the thermal protector continues to acti vate after following the above steps your cleaner may need servicing see Service section Service To obtain approved HOOVER service a...

Page 14: ...n HEPA cartridge filter by either tapping the side of the dirt cup or removing the cartridge filter as described in the Filter assembly sec tion Pre filter clogged Clean pre filter as described in Fil...

Page 15: ...the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty service outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty S...

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