Hoover Hurricane Plus Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Please read this Manual before operating cleaner

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Congratulations on your purchase of your new vacuum cleaner. There are
many useful features built into your cleaner and we recommend that you carefully read
this instruction book so that you may take best advantage of them.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

This product must be operated in accordance with these instructions and used only for
domestic cleaning to remove DRY dirt and dust from household carpets, fl ooring and
fabrics.

This cleaner is intended for domestic household use only and is not designed for the
collection of vitreous building material including particle board construction products
and similar products such as wood/fi bres, sand, cement, fi llers, fi bre glass etc. The pickup
of these materials may be harmful to your cleaner and will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.

Safety reminders and taking care of your cleaner.

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY.

This will ensure you obtain full benefi t from your new cleaner. Keep this Instruction Book
in a handy place for future reference.

IMPORTANT

Always switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before
cleaning your appliance, when not in use, or attempting any maintenance task. The
cleaner must only be connected to an AC supply at the voltage shown on the rating
plate. This cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described in these
instructions. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without fi lters.

DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects, matches, hot ashes, cigarette ends or
similar items.

DO NOT pick up fl ammable liquids such as cleaning fl uids, petrol etc., or use in the
presence of such vapors.

DO NOT use your cleaner out of doors or on any wet surface or for WET pick-up.
DO NOT run over the power cable with the Power Brush.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Close attention is necessary when used near children.
* This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.

If using an extension cord please make sure that it is of an approved type and that it is
fully extended. Failure to do so could cause your cleaner to overheat and damage it.

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FAULTS

Do not continue to use this appliance if it appears to be faulty or the supply cord is
damaged. If a fault cannot be rectifi ed, please return to the point of purchase.
If damaged, return the cleaner for repair by an authorised Service Centre
in order to avoid a safety hazard.

Consult the trouble shooting guide in this manual if your vacuum cleaner fails to operate
properly. Contact an authorised service agent if the problem persists.

AFTER USE

Switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always switch
off and remove the plug before attaching any accessories or cleaning the appliance.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

When you have unpacked the unit, do not simply throw the packing into the household
waste. Take them to an appropriate collecting point for the recycling.

Hurricane Plus
220-240V ~ 50Hz
2000W MAX
App. No.: A/11967EA

Due to our program of continuous product improvement and innovation, sometimes
the product you buy may differ slightly from the one shown on this product carton.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Motor does not start or
stops.

Suction force gradually
decreases

No power supply

Filters are dirty, suction
hose or wand is blocked

Check cable, plug and
socket. If still inoperative,
contact service agent.

Clean or replace fi lters,
remove objects from
hose and wand.

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CYCLONIC DUST

CONTAINER

CREVICE TOOL

ROUND BRUSH

TOOL

ON/OFF BUTTON

POWER REGULATION

DUST BIN RELEASE

HEPA FILTER COVER

CORD REWIND

BUTTON

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1. Connect the hose body connector to
th e cleaner.

ASSEMBLING YOUR CLEANER

The cleaner should be switched off and disconnected from the mains supply before you
start to assemble.

3. Fit the other end of the telescopic wand
to the hand piece.

5. Press the On/Off button to switch the
appliance on.

2. Insert the wand into the fl oor brush.

4. Never extend the power cord further
than the yellow mark.

6. Rotate the power regulation knob to
adjust the performance of the appliance.

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CLEANING THE CYCLONIC FILTER

The cleaner should be switched off and disconnected from the mains supply.
Never operate without fi lters as damage to cleaner could occur.

1. To access fi lters move press the dust bin
release button.

3. Ensure the dust bin is over a disposal
area before releasing the cover.

5. To clean motor air inlet fi lter, lift off top
and rinse in warm water. Allow to air dry
for a minimum 24 hours. Filter must be
completely Dry before refi tting

2. Once the dust bin is released, press the
cover release button.

4. If there is dust on the fi lter, twist the
container anti-clockwise to release the
cover.

6. To clean dust fi lter, simply lift the fi lter
out wipe with a cloth or simply rinse
with warm water. Must be dry before
refi tting

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CHANGING OR CLEANING THE HEPA FILTER

The cleaner should be switched off and disconnected from the mains supply.
Never operate without fi lters as damage to cleaner could occur.

Clean up the dust in the dust container regularily to avoid failure.
When cleaning, avoid scrubbing with a brush as it may damage the fi lters.
All fi lters must be allowed to air dry for minium 24 hours.
Filter must be completely Dry before refi tting.

1. Remove fi lter cover by squeezing the tab
on the rear of appliance.

2. Remove HEPA fi lter and replace, or rinse
with warm water. Allow to dry for 24
hours.