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VACUUM CLEANER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIAT

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(HOOVER   AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER)

Service To The Consumer Since 1913

This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers 

 from Government and Private Sources concerned with product safety. These

basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience.

TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK

Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids

Do not store machine outdoors.

Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.

TO AVOID ACCIDENTS

Never vacuum live ashes or cigarette butts.

Never run machine over or place sharp objects on the power cord.

Never let children use machine as a toy.

Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.

Except for hand-held cleaners, keep machine on floor-not on chairs, tables, etc.

When machine is turned on, never allow fingers, eyes, hair, garments, etc. to come
near intake suction ports or revolving brushes.

Never leave machine running or cord plugged in when unattended.

Turn machine off at switch before unplugging from wall outlet.

When unplugging machine, grasp plug   not cord; guide cord and plug during

wrapping or cord reel rewinding.

The use of an extension cord is not recommended.

Never vacuum in the presence of flammable or combustible liquids or fumes.

Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or attaching
accessories.

Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from tripping over powe
cord or machine.

Use machine and accessories only in manner intended by manufacturers.

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE

Keep your machine and all accessories clean and in good operating condition.

Change or clean bags and/or filters as recommended by manufacturer to maintain
optimum cleaning efficiency, after unplugging the power cord.

Periodically check revolving brush for build-up of lint, hair or other foreign material

and remove as necessary, after unplugging the power cord.

Adjust or replace cleaning brushes when worn, after unplugging the power cord.

Have machine checked periodically by manufacturer’s authorized service center.

Use only manufacturer’s authorized service center for parts or service.

Store machine carefully in a dry area.

For optimum cleaning performance and safety, study and follow your Owner’s
Manual-keep it in a handy and safe place for future reference.

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Страница 2: ... spaces provided below and retain in a safe place Your cleaner is model and hasserial number Index Assembling cleaner 5 8 Cleaner Description and Unpacking 3 4 Energy Saving Tips 22 How to Use Cleaning Tools 12 15 Special Features l l 12 Upright Cleaner 9 l1 IfYouHaveaProblem 21 Important Safeguards 2 Lubrication 22 Maintenance Authorized Service 21 How to Replace Belt 17 19 How to Replace Brushes...

Страница 3: ...ge the cleaner and the bag l Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn machine off at switch before unplugging l Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner l Change bag frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder l Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to cord plug prongs or receptacle l The use of an extension cord is not recomme...

Страница 4: ... F the cardboard packing A Upper handle section B Lower handle section C Cleaner main body and hood assembly D Outer bag assembly E Throw away bag F Fragrance tablet some models only The cleaner assembled will Cook like the drawing below 6 qB C 7 8 10 After identifying each part begin assembling 3 ...

Страница 5: ...d release 6 Handle square design shown in sketch some models have round handle 7 ON OFF Switch some models have two speeds 8 Spring Hook place spring ring over hook to support the bag 9 Air Freshener Dispenser some models only designed to hold a fragrance tablet and release a pleasant scent during cleaning 10 Outer Bag covering for throw away bag 11 Handle Bail support for handle 12 Carrying Handl...

Страница 6: ...oth cord storage hooks are on the same side of handle Insert bolt through small holes and secure with nut Tighten nut with screw driver If the nut and bolt will not assem ble as shown in the illustration the holes in the handle are not lined up correctly B Attach handle to the cleaner Unscrew nut and remove bolt from handle bail Connect electric plug from the handle with the socket in the han dle ...

Страница 7: ...rough small holes and secure with nut Tighten nut with screw driver If the nut and bolt will not assem ble as shown in the illustration the holes in the handle are not lined up correctly B Attach handle to the cleaner Unscrew nut and remove bolt and plate from handle bail Take assembled handle and place so that the socket holes in the bottom of the handle are directly in line with the electrical p...

Страница 8: ...ter bag is connected at the rear of the cleaner by hooking the two projections at the bottom of the outer bag assembly into the grooved plate extending from back of cleaner base Then slide the lock lever located just above the cleaner opening to the left and fit bag against opening Slide the lock lever to the right to fit completely over the bag lock Attach the bag to the spring hook located on th...

Страница 9: ...ed portion at the top and bot tom of the tube Pull out pleats of bag Tuck top then bottom of bag into outer bag Zip outer bag E Check air freshener dispenser some models only The small drawer in the top of the bag cap should not be removed If it should become detached replace by unhooking the bag spring and tipping the bottom of the drawer to insert projections into back of cap opening Push drawer...

Страница 10: ... far as possible and hold it in that position to en gage the POWER SURGE speed When the switch is re leased it will return to the NOR MAL speed position To operate Plug cord into electrical outlet Your cleaner is now ready to op erate Turn the cleaner ON and with handle in upright posi tion pull back on handle until the front of the cleaner is free from the carpet This insures that the throw away ...

Страница 11: ...r all the way down into the SHAG posi tion and then move upward one position at a time Pile height adjustment indicator The indicator for the selected carpet pile height is at location of the adjustment lever Fig 1 or shown in the window on top of the cleaner hood Fig 2 Select the adjustment for the carpet pile height according to the chart below Low for low pile and kitchen carpet Normal for carp...

Страница 12: ...he cleaner back to start again and lower the nozzle using only forward strokes Special Features Air freshener dispenser available on some models Lift the drawer in the bag cap of your cleaner and insert the air freshener tablet that has been packed with your cleaner Push drawer down into position The amount of fragrance releas ed is regulated by sliding the con trol to one of three settings shown ...

Страница 13: ...ward or backward The hook can then be reposition ed for wrapping the cord Cleaning Tools Available at additional cost The cleaning tools allow you to do above the floor cleaning and to clean hard to reach areas Deluxe cleaning set includes Standard cleaning set includes Standard cleaning set includes vinyl hose converter wands lightweight hose converter lightweight hose converter dusting brush fur...

Страница 14: ... should remain assembled for all future tool use Using cleaning tools A Attach converter Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet Cleaner must not be plugged in when positioning or removing converter Grasp the converter turn red converter lock away from the hose 13 With cleaner in upright position grasp handle and lean cleaner backwards until handle is flat on the floor and the underside is visi...

Страница 15: ...hing auto mobile interiors and carpeted stairs Fig 2 Multi purpose brush standard set only for dusting surfaces such as table tops lamp shades draperies as well as for cleaning upholstered furniture stairs and automobile interiors Fig 3 Dusting brush for carved fur niture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds baseboards shutters and regis ters Fig 4 Crevice tool for radiators dr...

Страница 16: ...ight adjustment Some models are equipped with a second motor speed for use with toolsWhen the handle is placed in the upright storage position the motor automatically adjusts to the higher speed For added stability the carpet height adjustment lever should be set ac cording to the surface on which the cleaner is standing on bare floors set at LOW setting on carpet set at SHAG setting For tool use ...

Страница 17: ... cornstarch fire place ashes or fireplace soot may seal the throw away bag and may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt When the cleaner is used to remove material of this nature the bag should be changed frequently Where to buy bags Throw away bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center When ordering bags be sur...

Страница 18: ...t until it locks in place 4 Replace hood and screws Tighten screws securely The belt The belt of your cleaner causes the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the cleaner The belt is located under the bot tom plate of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition When to replace the belt To check the belt remove the bottom plate...

Страница 19: ...ate by releasing lat ches 2 Release worn belt from pulley 3 Lift out agitator remove old belt and place new belt in groove of agitator 4 Replace agitator by aligning the projection located on one end of the agitator with the slot on the wall of the cleaner base Then push the agitator down into position 18 ...

Страница 20: ...te into wire holders underneath front of cleaner Pivot plate into position over agitator and latch securely Agitator brushes When to replace brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet before checking brushes When brushes are worn and bristles do not touch the edge of a card held across the bottom plate at the agitator opening they should be replaced Always replace both brushes at the same ...

Страница 21: ...posite end plate and shaft by pulling straight out Pry out remaining end section 5 Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator Use pliers if neces sary Slide new brushes into chan nels Push them in as far as possi ble I END SECTION 6 To reassemble reverse proce dure Replace the last end sec tion removed then end plate and shaft Replace remaining end sec tion and end plate Be sure end sections are...

Страница 22: ...elt on incorrectly 2 Position belt correctly See page 19 5 If 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 HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be obtained The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the Hoover Fac...

Страница 23: ...d be done by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Energy saving tips 1 Replace throw away cleaner bag promptly before overfilled Use a genuine HOOVER bag made for your model cleaner 2 To maintain effective cleaning replace agitator brushes and belt when necessary 3 Turn off cleaner when not in use such as when moving furniture 4 Keep your cleaner operatin...

Страница 24: ...rd and plug during wrapping or cord reel rewinding The use of an extension cord is not recommended Never vacuum in the presence of flammable or combustible liquids or fumes Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or attaching accessories Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from tripping over powe cord or machine Use machine and accessories only in ...

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