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clearing blockages
7. Clearing blockages
IMPORTANT: Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet before attempting to clear blockages.
Low suction or pick up may be due to a blockage in the
system. Refer to the following steps to check for blockages
continuing with each step until the blockage is found:
Check fullness of dirt cup; empty if needed.
Checking Airflow Path
Plug cleaner in and turn ON. Check for suction at end of
hose (A) (Fig.7/1). If there is suction, continue with next
step.
Turn cleaner OFF and unplug. Check connection at hose
tube (B); remove any blockage.
Checking Airflow Path Through Hose Inlet Tube on
Back of Cleaner
Turn cleaner OFF and unplug.
If blockage can be seen in tube (A), remove 5 screws using
a Phillips screwdriver. Pull tube from cleaner, remove
blockage (Fig.7/2).
Reposition tube on back of cleaner, replace 5 screws.
Checking Under Hood
Turn cleaner OFF and unplug.
Remove hood, belt and brushbar as described in previous
section. Look into opening (A) for blockages and remove
(Fig.7/3).
Replace belt, brushbar and hood.
If a Blockage Occurs During TurboTool Use
Disconnect TurboTool from hose. Remove bottom plate,
belt guard and turbine as described in previous section.
Remove any blockage from turbine channel (A) (Fig.7/4).
Replace belt turbine, brush roll, belt guard and bottom plate.
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Fig.7/4
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