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for the life of the motor. The addition
of lubricant could cause damage.
Therefore, do not add lubricant to
either motor bearing.
The agitator brush roll is equipped
with two ball bearings that should be
lubricated periodically by a Hoover
Sales and Service Center or an
authorized Hoover Warranty Service
Dealer (Depot).
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Edge groomer
replacement
When to replace
The edge groomers, located on both
sides of the nozzle, should be re-
placed when they no longer extend
past the surface of the bottom plate.
What to buy
When purchasing edge groomers, ask
for Hoover part
no. 39511-004.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
1.
Remove hood and brush roll cover
as shown in Figs. 3-9 to 3-12.
2. Pull off both old edge groomers
(G).
3. Push each new groomer onto the
3 tabs (H), starting with one of the
end tabs. Then push the groomer
onto the middle and remaining end
tab.
4. Replace brush roll cover and hood
as shown in Figs. 3-16 and
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Lubrication
The motor is equipped with two bear-
ings that contain sufficient lubrication
H
G
Continued
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been used in your cleaner to prevent
overheating if a large item or clog
gets caught in the nozzle or at the
opening of the bag.
When the blockage is not re-
moved, the thermal protector will
trip and cleaner will stop running.
If this happens, turn cleaner OFF and
disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet. Then disconnect nozzle and
remove obstruction. Within 15 min-
utes the thermal protector will cool
and automatically reset and cleaning
may resume.
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If cleaner does not operate, allow
additional time for thermal protector
to reset.
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Powered hand tool
agitator brush roll
replacement
(some
models)
When agitator brush roll brushes
are worn, the brush roll should be
replaced. Ask for HOOVER part no.
48414-088.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
1. Remove tool from hose and turn
it so bottom faces up. Press the
latches on both sides of tool and
remove bottom plate (A).
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B
2. Unscrew the two Philips screws
and remove belt guard (B).
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3. Remove agitator including end
plates (C) and discard.
4. Inspect belt to ensure that it is in
good condition. If belt is cracked,
gouged or broken, replace it (see fol-
lowing section).
5. Insert brush roll through belt and
position belt over gear teeth (D) on
brush roll.
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