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Canisfer Cleaner with Power Nozzle
by Hoover
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Fill in and retain
The vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combination
cleaner.
tools for other tasks.
The model and serial number are located on the bottom’of the cleaner.
For your personal records, please enter the COMPLETE model and
serial number in the spaces provided and retain this information.
Your cleaner is model
and has serial number
It
is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner’s
manual. Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty
service of your Hoover product.
It has a motorized nozzie for carpet and floor cleaning and
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Index
Assembling Cleaner
Cleaner Descriptions
How To Use
Cleaning Tools
Power
Suction Regulator
To Clean Stairs
if You Have a Problem
important Safeguards
Lubrication
Maintenance
Cleaning
Clearing
Replacing Agitator Brushes
and Brush Roll
Replacing Bag
Replacing Belt
Service
Storage
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Secondary
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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
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Warning.
.
Donotuseoutdoors3onw&t&~rface~
.
Close supervision is
childten
unattended at
.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from
Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run
any time.
openings, rotating agitator and any other moving
operate deaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals.
.
Donotpullorcanybycord,usecordasahandle,closedooroncMd
or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over
cord.Keepcordawayfromheatedsurfaces
.
Do not
pick
up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes
.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline
or use in areas where they may be present
.
The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut, or
punctured=
.
Avoid piddng up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may
damage the deaner and the
.
~ys~;~s~nce
necessary when any appliance is used by or near
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury:
parts.
Do not
baq
before connecting or disconnecting
either
.
Unplug
.
A&n~disconnectcordfromelectricaloutletbeforeservkingthe
.
Do not
cleaner when not in
use
without dust beg and/or filters in place. Change bag fre-
use.
Turn off all contmls before unplugging.
quently when picking up very fine materials such as powder.
.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
.
Donotputanyobjectintoopenl
blocked; keep free of dust,
knt,
s Donotusewithanyopening
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ha r, and anything that may reduce air
flow.
.
Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to the
u~$~pz
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prongs, or
receptade.
Never handle plug or appliance
with
rewound to prevent cord from whipping-
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Theusec#anextensioncordisnotmcommended-
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Dondusewithdamagedcordorpiug.~appibnceisnatworWngas
it
should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, take it to a Hoover Factory
SeMce
Center or Authorized Hoover
Warranty Service Dealer.
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Usevacwmdeanerordy~itsintendeduseasdescribedinthe
inst~~ctiorrs.
Use only attachments
recommended by The Hoover
Company; others may cause hazards.
Save these instructions!
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Unpacking
Unpack cleaner from carton
identify the parts shown.
move and dispose of the car&
board packing.
A. Canister cleaner
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B. Power nozzle
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C. Paper bag
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D. Extension wands and hose
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1.
Cover: remove by lifting up top section of carrying handle and pulling
forward.
2.
Carrying handle
Check bag indicator:
3.
for fullness.
Extension wands:
4.
when using cleaning tools, add one or both wands to hose.
Spring
5.
or tool.
Power
6.
7.
Dusting brush
Crevice tool
8.
Tool rack:
9.
dusting brush, and wall/floor brush.
10. Furniture nozzle
11. Wall/Floor brush
12. Large wheels:
carpet, area rugs and door sills.
13. ON-OFF control:
14.
Cord clips:
latch: locks extension wands together or locks wand to nozzle
nozzle: automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights.
provides tool storage for crevice tool, furniture nozzle and
provide easy towing, when cleaner is pulled over
fasten power nozzle cord to extension wands.
shows red when paper bag should be checked
use with power nozzle. If added length is desired
located on top of cleaner.
15. Receptacle:
16. Hand grip
17. Suction regulator:
difficult to push on some carpet or if lightweight rugs or draperies are
being cleaned.
18. Plastic latch ring:
cleaning tools.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of
cleaner.
This cleaner is intended for household use.
connect power nozzle cord underneath hand grip.
close for maximum suction; open if power nozzle is
rotate to lock hand grip to extension wands or
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How
1.
Connect hose
Insert hose end with cord into
opening of cleaner, lining up largest
projection on hose with largest
notch of opening. Turn hose to the
right to tighten.
When hose is attached properly,
hose cord plug will reach to
receptacle on cleaner.
Insert plug as deeply into the
receptacle as possible.
To disconnect hose, first remove
hose cord plug from receptacle.
Then, depress latch and turn hose
to the left.
to
assemble
2. Attach power nozzle
and extension wands
Attach wand to power nozzle by
fitting button projection on nozzle
connector into opening in spring
latch. Be sure nozzle is locked in
place.
To release, press down on center
of latch and remove nozzle.
Attach second wand to the first.
Position cord into cord clips on
wands, placing excess cord
between nozzle and bottom cord
clip.
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To attach hose to wands, rotate
plastic latch ring on hand grip until
slots in opening align.
Push hand grip onto wand so that
button projection fits into slot. Turn
plastic latch ring to lock wand in
place.
Push plug on power nozzle cord
completely into receptacle underneath hand grip.
Always disconnect cleaner from
electrical outlet before attaching
or removing power nozzle plug.
Reverse this procedure to remove
wands.
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How to use
Power nozzle
The power nozzle adjusts automatically for cleaning hard surface floors and
various heights of carpet.
such as brick, slate, and certain parquet floors unless it is unplugged from
the cleaner. This will stop the agitator from rotating. If desired, the Wall/
Floor Brush (shown in Cleaning Tools section) can be used for this task.
It is not recommended for very irregular surfaces
Handle
The handle has two positions when
used with the power nozzle:
upright
To lower handle to operating
position, place your foot on the
power nozzle and push handle
back.
positions
and
operating.
Edge cleaning
Brushed edge cleaning is provided
on both sides of the nozzle to
remove embedded dirt in carpet
near baseboards and furniture.
Guide side of nozzle parallel to
edge of carpet or furniture.
Suction regulator
The suction regulator is located on
the hand grip and is used to
increase or decrease suction for
various cleaning tasks.
If the power nozzle is difficult to
push on some carpet, open the
suction regulator. This will prevent
damage to the belt.
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Cleaning tools
The cleaning tools have many uses.
Select the tool best suited for the
cleaning task from the descriptions
below.
Adjust the suction regulator to
select the amount of suction
appropriate for the cleaning task.
1. Crevice tool
radiators, dresser drawers, spaces
between kitchen equipment.
2. Furniture nozzle
for upholstered furniture, draperies,
tapestries, mattresses, clothing,
automobile interiors and carpeted
stairs.
3. Dusting brush
carved furniture, table tops, books,
lamps, lighting fixtures, Venetian
blinds, baseboards, shutters and
registers.
4. Wall/floor brush
for walls and very irregular hard
surface floors such as brick and
slate.
may be used for
may be used
may be used for
may be used
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To connect and
remove tools
To connect tools, insert end of tool
into extension wand and snap into
position. To disconnect, press
down on the center of the spring
latch and remove tool.
Tools’attach to hand grip by
rotating plastic ring until slots in the
opening align. Insert tool and turn
latch ring, as shown, to lock tool in
place.
To remove tool, reverse the above
procedure.
LOCK
The power cord leading from hose
connection to receptacle on
cleaner base need not be connected when using the cleaning
tools.
to cord, leave cord connected to
receptacle.
However, to avoid damage
To clean stairs
Clean stairs by placing cleaner on
end as pictured in the illustration.
Clean stairs from bottom to top.
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How to store
Your cleaner can be stored on end
as shown in the illustration. Store
power nozzle with handle in
upright position.
The hose and extension wands can
be stored disassembled from the
cleaner if desired.
Maintenance
The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the
cleaner. Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and
this owner’s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when
needed. Proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued
cleaning effectiveness.
keep
The bag
When to replace
When the CHECK BAG indicator shows red, check the bag for fullness and
replace if necessary.
CAUTION: Very fine material such as face powder, cornstarch, fireplace
ashes or fireplace soot, may seal the paper 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 may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from
a Hoover Factory Service Center.
the model number of your cleaner.
What to buy
Use HOOVER bag
To assure that your HOOVER cleaner operates at
peak performance, it is imperative that you use
only genuine HOOVER paper bags made by
The Hoover Company. HOOVER bags can be
identified by the trademarks -
Type K
with this cleaner.
When purchasing bags, be sure to give
Homer
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How
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
to replace
1. Remove cover by lifting top
section of carrying handle and
pulling forward.
3. Place lower notched edge of
new bag collar into grooves located
inside front of cleaner.
2. Depress latch and lift out used
bag.
4. Pull collar forward until latch
snaps into collar. Open folds of
bag. Push top of bag back.
Replace cover.
Note:
event, check the bag, making sure all folds are open.
some carpet surfaces can cause the nozzle to hug the carpet and also
restrict air flow. if this occurs, reduce the suction by opening the
suction regulator.
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A bag that does not expand properly may restrict airflow. In this
High suction on
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Clearing obstructions
Remove larger items from carpet and floor surfaces before vacuuming to
help prevent obstructions in hose, wands or nozzle connector, and to
maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner.
To check for obstructions, first turn
cleaner off and
electrical outlet; then disconnect
power nozzle plug and wands
from hand grip.
turn on, and check hose end for
suction. Remove any obstructions.
Remove power nozzle from wands
and attach wands to hose. Check
for suction and remove any
obstructions.
power nozzle to wands, check
nozzle connector.
disconnect from
Plug cleaner in,
Before
attaching
NOZZLE
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Push nozzle connector down to
lowest position. Look into nozzle
connector and remove any
obstructions.
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Secondary filter
How to clean
Disconnect cleaner from eiectri-
cai
outlet.
The secondary filter is located
inside the cleaner behind the paper
bag. To remove filter, first remove
cover of cleaner, then lift out filter.
Clean filter by rinsing it in water.
When dry, slide filter back into
position.
Do not operate cleaner without
the secondary filter in place.
The belt
The belt in your power nozzle drives the agitator. It has been designed
specifically for use in this cleaner and is important for effective operation.
What to buy
There are other belts manufactured that are similar in shape and size, but
are not designed for the HOOVER power nozzle. Such belts do not operate
the agitator correctly and may create stress which could damage your
power nozzle. Use only a genuine HOOVER belt No.
replacement ‘is necessary.
3852&011
when a belt
When to replace
The belt, located under the nozzle cover, should be checked from time to
time to be sure it is in good condition. To check, remove the nozzle cover
(see following section). Replace the belt if it is stretched, cut, or broken.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electri-
cal outlet and disconnect power
nozzle from cleaner.
Turn nozzle over and unscrew the
4 recessed Phillips head screws.
Note: Do not remove the 3
screws in the triangle formation
as
these
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hold
the
motor in place.
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MOTOR PULLEY
AGITATOR PU
2. Return nozzle to original
position; and lift off nozzle cover.
3. If the belt is not broken, pull it off
the motor pulley.
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4. Lift up end of agitator. Remove
old belt from agitator pulley and
replace with new belt.
5. Stretch belt back and attach to
motor pulley.
Hold opposite end of agitator in
place. Push belt end forward,
rotating end plate until it slides into
place. Turn agitator, making sure it
rotates freely.
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6. Position nozzle cover on front lip
of nozzle base. Press cover into
place.
Turn nozzle over and replace
screws.
Agitator brush roll
When to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
When agitator brushes are worn,
the brush roll should be replaced.
To check condition of brushes,
move the edge of a card across
agitator opening while turning
agitator. To maintain cleaning
effectiveness, replace brushes if
they do not touch card.
How to replace
The brush roll may be replaced
with either a single or double brush
roll.
Single row of brushes - Hoover part
No. 48414433.
Double row of brushes - Hoover
part No. 48414432.
1. Remove nozzle cover, agitator
and belt following directions in
“How to replace belt”.
2. Turn end plates of agitator in
opposite directions until one end
plate comes off.
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AGITATOR END
3. Pull out shaft part way, then
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reinsert shaft to push out opposite
agitator end.
4. Remove shaft, being careful to
leave washer on shaft
5.
Insert into other end to push out
second agitator end.
6. Discard old agitator brush roll.
7. Place agitator ends into new
brush roll, matching projections in
roll with openings in ends. Push
ends firmly into place. (If bearing
comes out of agitator end during
disassembly, place washer and
bearing back into agitator end, with
white side of bearing out, before
inserting shaft.)
8. Insert shaft (with washer) into
agitator. Replace end plate and
tighten.
Note: Be sure shaft is inserted so
that the end plate with the flat sided
projection is screwed onto belt end
of agitator roll.
Use this illustration for reassembly,
if necessary. Washer must be
placed between agitator ends and
bearing.
9. Replace agitator as shown in
steps
4-6
of “How to repiace belt”.
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Lubrication
The motor is equipped with bearings, which have been lubricated for the life
of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage.
Therefore, do
not add lubricant to either motor bearing.
The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated
periodically by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an Authorized Warranty
Service Dealer.
If you have a problem
This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating
condition when it was shipped from the factory. If a minor problem occurs,
it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found. Therefore,
this check list is provided to assist you.
Problem
A
Cleaner
won?
run
8.
Cleaner
suction
low
C. Agitator
won’t run
D. Nozzle
won’t
pick up
Possible cause
1. Not firmly plugged in.
2. No voltage in wail plug.
3. Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
1. Bag full.
2 Obstruction in hose,
wands, or nozzle connector.
3. Secondary
4 Bag not opening.
5. Suction regulator control
improperly set.
6.
Hose not property con-
netted to cleaner.
1. Hose power cord not
firmly plugged in.
2 Broken or worn
3. Nozzle sealed to carpet
1. Low cleaner suction.
2 Obstruction in nozzle
connector.
3. Agitator not running.
4. Agitator brushes worn.
filter
dirty.
betL
Possible solution
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker.
3. Replace fuse/reset
breaker.
1. Change paper bag.
2. Remove foreign object.
3. Clean filter.
4. kg; bag by Winci
5. Adjust suction regulator.
6. Reconnect hose.
1. Plug
2. Replace bett
3. Open suction regulator.
1. SeeitemB.
2. Remove foreign object.
3. see item c.
4. Replace brushes.
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firmiy
into receptacle
on cleaner base and
underneath hand grip.
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Service
If the problem persists,
under “Vacuum Cleaners-Household” for your nearest
Service Center or Authorized Warranty
HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be
obtained. Provided with this product is a listing of the Hoover Factory
Service Centers. If you are unable to obtain the information you need from
the Yellow Pages, contact a Hoover Factory Service Center to find your
nearest Authorized Warranty Service Dealer. For service under warranty,
follow the instructions in the warranty provided with this product.
check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book
Hoover Factory
Service Dealer
where approved
Do not
send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for
service as this will only result in a delay.
Always identify your cleaner by the
complete
model number when requesting information or ordering parts. (The model number appears on the
bottom of the cleaner.)
If further assistance is needed, contact The
Hoover Company Con-
sumer Affairs Department, North Canton, Ohio 44720,216-499-9200.
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THE HOOVER COMPANY, NORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720
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