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clearing blockages / troubleshooting
7. Clearing a Blockage
Locate the lower hose/ inspection tube at the front of the
cleaner (Fig.7/1).
Release the handle and lay cleaner flat. Turn the vacuum
head hose connector anticlockwise and pull off to release.
Remove obstruction (Fig.7/2).
Replace inspection tube by re-inserting into the head of
the cleaner and turning clockwise (Fig.7/3).
8. Troubleshooting
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
PROBLEM: Vacuum cleaner won't run
Cause:
Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution:
Plug unit in firmly.
Cause:
Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
Solution:
Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or reset
breaker.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed correctly.
Solution:
Review dirt container removal and
replacement.
Cause:
Dirt container full or blocked.
Solution:
Empty dirt container.
Cause:
Brushbar worn.
Solution:
Replace brushbar.
Cause:
Broken or worn belt.
Solution:
Replace belt.
Cause:
Clogged filter.
Solution:
Remove filter and clean.
Cause:
Vacuuming head/brushbar blocked.
Solution:
Check vacuuming head/brushbar and remove
obstruction/blockage.
Cause:
Lower hose clogged.
Solution:
Remove lower hose and clear blockage.
PROBLEM: Dust escaping from the vacuum cleaner.
Cause:
Dirt container full.
Solution:
Empty dirt container.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed correctly.
Solution:
Review dirt container removal and
replacement.
Cause:
Hose not installed correctly.
Solution:
Review hose installation.
Cause:
Filter not installed completely.
Solution:
Review filter removal and replacement.
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Fig.7/1
Fig.7/2
Fig.7/3
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