Hoover Impulse User Manual

This product is intended for household use only. If used commercially the warranty is void.

CORDLESS VACUUM

USER MANUAL

IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.

REPLACEMENT PARTS:

Filter: 44 0012835 Charger: 440010414

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Table of Contents

Safety Instructions...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Getting to know your Hoover

IMPULSE™ Cordless Vacuum .................................................................................................................................. 6

What’s in the Box? ......................................................................................................................................................................................................7

Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Mounting the Wall Bracket.........................................................................................................................................................................................9

Charging your IMPULSE

™

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The Hoover

Dashboard ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 11

Quick Start .................................................................................................................................................................................................................12

Using your Vacuum ...................................................................................................................................................................................................13

Using your Vacuum as a Handheld ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Using your Vacuum to Clean Up High ..................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Maintenance: Emptying the Dirt Cup ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Maintenance: Cleaning the Filters, Dirt Cup and Separator ................................................................................................................................17

Maintenance: Removing and Replacing the Brush Roll .......................................................................................................................................18

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................................................................19

How to Order Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Service & Warranty Information .............................................................................................................................................................................21

Franç ais .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................23

Espaň ol ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................45

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DAMAGE OR INJURY:

• Fully assemble before operating.

• Do not use appliance on wet surfaces. Do not expose appliance to rain. Store appliance indoors.

• The charger is for indoor use only. Be sure to always keep the appliance and charger indoors in a dry place.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place ﬁ ngers or other objects into any openings.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only Hoover

recommended attachments and

products.

• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If appliance or charger is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

• Do not pull or carry charger by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug charger by pulling on cord. To unplug charger, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle charger including charger plug and charger terminals, or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ﬂ ow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁ ngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs to avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place vacuum at the bottom of the stairs on the ﬂ oor. Do not place vacuum on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage. When using tools, always ensure the handle is in the upright position.

• Do not use to pick up ﬂ ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or ﬁ ne wood shavings, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not use without Dirt Cup and/or Filters in place.

• Turn power switch o before removing or installing brush roll.

• Always turn o this appliance before connecting or disconnecting tools.

• Do not incinerate the charger, battery, or appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a ﬁ re.

• This product includes rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to ﬁ re or excessive temperature. Exposure to ﬁ re or temperature above 130ºC may cause explosion.

• Do not expose battery to crushing, incineration or similar actions.

• Do not dispose of battery in a ﬁ re or trash compactor. See battery disposal section for directions.

• Do not attempt to disassemble battery.

• Unplug the charger from the outlet before any routine cleaning or maintenance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If any liquid gets on the skin wash quickly with soap and water. If any liquid gets into the eyes, do not rub eyes, immediately ﬂ ush them with clean water continuously for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately.

• Use only the charger (Hoover Model #440010414) supplied by Hoover

to recharge.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the appliance is o before picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your ﬁ nger on the trigger or energizing appliances that are powered on invites accidents.

• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modiﬁ ed. Damaged or modiﬁ ed batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in ﬁ re, explosion or risk of injury.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range speciﬁ ed in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the speciﬁ ed range may damage the battery and increase the risk of ﬁ re.

CHARGING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE: 5°C-50°C (41°F - 122°F)

• Have servicing performed by a qualiﬁ ed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of ﬁ re or chemical burn

if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above manufacturer’s maximum temperature limit (60°C/140°F), or incinerate. Use of another battery may present a risk of ﬁ re or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in ﬁ re. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from the battery terminals. The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or injury may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.

BATTERY DISPOSAL WARNING:

RISK OF EXPLOSION OR EXPOSURE TO TOXIC MATERIAL.

LITHIUM-ION B ATTERIES: The battery must be collected, recycled or disposed of in

an environmentally sound manner. The EPA certiﬁ ed RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery indicated Techtronic Industries, a corporate a liate of Hoover, is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Li-ion batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please visit www.rbrc.org/call2recycle/ for information on Li-ion battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. Hoover involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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Getting to know your Hoover® IMPULSE™ Cordless Vacuum

1. Hoover® Dashboard

2. Battery Level Indicator

3. Brush Roll Speed

4. Boost Mode

5. Power Trigger

6. Easy Empty Dirt Cup

7. Empty Button

8. Filter Access and Dirt Cup Release

9. Handheld Release Button

10. Reach Wand

11. Wand Release Button

12. Swivel Steering

13. Powered Nozzle

14. Easy Clean Brush Roll

15. Wall Mount Hook

16. Wall Mount

17. Charging Port

18. Charger

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Unit Model

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BH53010CDI

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BH53020

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Dusting Brush

Crevice Tool

Pet Upholstery ToolUpholstery Tool

All models come with a Handheld, Powered Nozzle, Reach Wand, Charger and Wall Mount.

CONTENTS VARY DEPENDING ON THE MODEL PURCHASED.

What’s in the Box?

Assembly

Push the Handheld down onto the Reach Wand until it clicks into place.

Push the Reach Wand down onto the Powered Nozzle until it clicks into place.

Before ﬁ rst use be sure to fully charge the battery.

TIP: Charging your IMPULSE™ may take up to 3-4 hours.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury

from moving par ts, turn the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

IMPORTANT

This vacuum cleaner is not free standing. In between uses or when carrying out any maintenance always

lie ﬂ at on the ﬂ oor in a suitable location so it does not become a trip hazard or can be stepped on.

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IMPORTANT

Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

Mounting the Wall Bracket

First, fully assemble the vacuum.

Locate the desired location for the wall bracket. Be sure it is near an outlet if you want to charge the unit while on the wall mount.

NOTE: The wall bracket can be used for storage use only, without the charger, but the unit would then need to be charged separately.

Place the wall hook bracket on the wall at the desired height. Mark the wall anchor locations. Install the anchors and screw the wall hook bracket to the wall.

IMPORTANT: Use both screws to mount the wall hook bracket to the wall. Be sure to anchor the screw into a stud or use the wall anchors.

Place the charger plug end for the unit in place in the wall hook bracket (if desired for charging unit while storing it on the wall bracket).

Snap the wall mount cover in place. Store the vacuum by placing the unit

on the Wall Mount Hook with the hole provided on the back of the handheld.

Charging your IMPULSE

™

The indicators will all pulse when charging and turn o when fully charged.

NOTE: The charger will be warm while charging. The unit will charge only for as long as needed. It may take up to 3-4 hours for a full charge.

Charge the battery fully before ﬁ rst use. This will take up to 3-4 hours.

NOTE: Due to federal regulations the battery does not come fully charged.

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Plug in charger. Power must be o in order to recharge.

NOTE: If the unit is running and the charger plug is connected to the unit, the unit will shut off to prevent damage to the charger or unit.

IMPORTANT

Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

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The Hoover® Dashboard

Battery Level Indicator

Select desired cleaning mode: Carpet: Light OFF Great for lifting embedded

dirt from carpets. Hard Floor:Light ON Helps reduce scatter of

debris on hard ﬂ oors. Boost Mode: Provides powerful suction for

hard to remove debris.

IMPORTANT

Standard Mode helps reserve battery power for longer runtime.

IMPORTANT

When light is illuminated above the mode, the selection is ON.

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Quick Start

Handheld CleaningMulti-Floor Cleaning Up High Cleaning

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WARNING

Never leave the vacuum cleaner in one spot for an extended period of time as this may

damage the ﬂ oor surface.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury from moving parts, turn

the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

Using your Vacuum

Squeeze the trigger to turn the vacuum ON. Release the trigger to shut the vacuum OFF.

NOTE: When power is ON, the Hoover® Dashboard will illuminate.

Select modes by pressing the buttons on the dashboard. Refer to page 11 for further detail.

For continuous power, double-click the trigger. Power should remain ON. Squeeze trigger again to power OFF.

When in use, the Hoover® Dashboard will display the battery level. When the battery level is getting low, recharge the battery.

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Using your Vacuum as a Handheld

Press the Handheld Release Button. Pull to separate the Handheld from the Reach Wand.

Choose an accessory. (All accessories not available on

all models).

NOTE: See page 7 to see what accessories are included with your IMPULSE™.

Push the chosen accessory into the Handheld until it clicks into place.

TIP: All available accessories can be attached directly onto the Handheld.

IMPORTANT

Not to be used for grooming a pet.

IMPORTANT

This vacuum cleaner is not free standing. In between uses or when carrying out any maintenance always lie ﬂ at on the ﬂ oor in a suitable location so it does not become a trip hazard or can be stepped on.

Using your Vacuum to Clean Up High

Choose an accessory (all accessories not available on all models).

NOTE: See page 7 to see what accessories are included with your IMPULSE™.

Press the Powered Nozzle Release Button and pull to remove the Powered Nozzle from the Reach Wand.

Push the chosen accessory into the Reach Wand until it clicks into place.

TIP: The Reach Wand can be used for hard-toreach places.

IMPORTANT

The power nozzle should not be used for overhead cleaning.

IMPORTANT

Maintenance: Emptying the Dirt Cup

Hold the Handheld over a trash bin.

Press the Dirt Empty Button. Tap the dirt cup on the side of the trash can to remove excess dirt.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury from moving parts, turn the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

IMPORTANT

This vacuum cleaner is not free standing. In between uses or when carrying out any maintenance always

lie ﬂ at on the ﬂ oor in a suitable location so it does not become a trip hazard or can be stepped on.

The dirt cup can also be removed to empty the trash bin. Push the Dirt Cup Release Button to remove.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury from moving parts, turn the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

Maintenance: Cleaning the Filters, Dirt Cup and Separator (Filter: 440012835)

Press the Dirt Cup Release Button and pull the dirt cup away.

To clean the separator, lift to remove. Clean dirt and debris by wiping the metal screen with a micro-ﬁ ber cloth and then place back into the dirt cup.

Pull the ﬁ lters away and tap over a trash bin to remove dirt. Rinse ﬁ lters under warm water until water is clear. Allow ﬁ lters to dry for 24 hours or until completely dry before reinstalling.

To reassemble, align the dirt cup teeth and click into place.

IMPORTANT

Do not use soap or other chemicals to clean. Dry ﬁ lters

completely, for up to 24 hours, before reinstalling into

the product.

IMPORTANT

Do not use vacuum without the ﬁ lters or separator in place.

Maintenance: Removing and Replacing the Brush Roll

Remove Powered Nozzle from Reach Wand. Turn the Powered Nozzle upside down. Slide the Brush Roll Release Button.

Clear any threads or hair from both ends of the brush roll and any dirt or debris inside the housing of the Powered Nozzle.

Lift the end of brush roll to remove from the Powered Nozzle.

Re-ﬁ t the brush roll into the housing.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury from moving parts, turn the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

Troubleshooting

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury from moving parts, turn the power switch to OFF and disconnect all accessories before servicing.

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Charging LEDs:

Pulsing = Charging Flashing = Unit Error Contact Customer Service: 1 (888) 679-2121

Mode LEDs:

If ﬂ ashing, brush roll has stalled. Turn product o to reset stall protection.

Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service represent ative. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, lef t outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a

service center prior to continuing use.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Dust escaping from vacuum 1. Dirt cup full. 1. Empty dirt cup. (see page 16)

2. Dirt cup not installed correctly. 2. Review dirt cup removal and replacement. (see page 17)

3. Rinsable filter and/or separator not installed completely. 3. Review filter removal and cleaning. (see page 17)

4. Filter is dirty 4. Rinse Filter

Vacuum tools won’t pick up 1. Dirt cup full. 1. Empty dirt cup. (see page 16)

2. Filter is clogged. 2. Remove filter and clean. (see page 17)

3. Power carpet nozzle not spinning. 3. Remove and reattach. (see page 18)

Poor suction 1. Dirt cup not seated completely. 1. Reinstall dirt cup, make sure lid is closed completely. (see page 17)

2. Filter is clogged or dirty. 2. Remove filter and clean. (see page 17)

3. Dirt cup not installed correctly. 3. Review filter removal and replacement. (see page 17)

4. Battery charge is getting weak. 4. Charge battery. (see page 10)

5. Nozzle/dirt passage clogged. 5. Turn off the unit and then disconnect the nozzle to remove debris. (see page 18)

Vacuum running warm 1. Dirty filter. 1. Clean filter, rinse, dry and re-assemble. (see page 17)

2. Low suction. 2. Locate clog and remove.

Vacuum won’t turn ON 1. Battery is not charged. 1. Charge battery. (see page 10) or charge

2. Your battery may be too hot. 2. Let the vacuum cool for 30 minutes and retry.

How to Order Accessories

Upholstery Tool Part #440012842

Dusting Brush Part #440012841

Crevice Tool Part #440012840

Pet Upholstery Tool Part #440012853

WHAT TO BUY:

Buy Genuine Hoover® Parts & Accessories: If you are in need of a new part, attachment or accessory, visit Hoover.com or Hoover.ca for more information. Having trouble locating an item or model on our site, contact Customer Care at 888 679-2121.

SERVICE & WARRANTY FOR HOOVER® IMPULSE™ CORDLESS VACUUM PRODUCT & BATTERY SERVICE INFORMATION

ANY SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Call 888 679-2121 USA & Canada

In the event that f urther assistance is required, visit an authorized serv ice center. Find one near est you by visiting our website at www.hoover.com. Costs of any tran sportation to and from any pl ace of repair are to be paid by the owner. Alway s identify your product by the model number and manufactur ing code when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The model number and manufacturing code for the vacuum appear s behind the dirt cup and on the back of the charger.)

LIMITED T WO YEAR WARRANTY (DOMESTIC USE) WHAT THIS W AR RANTY COVERS: When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance

with the Owner’s Guide, your Hoover® product and batter y are warranted against original defects in mater ial and workmanship for a full two years from date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”). During the Warranty Period, Hoover® will provide labor and parts at no cost to you, to correct such defect in your produc ts purchased in the United State s, U.S. Military Exchanges and Canada.

HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM: If this produc t is not as warranted, t ake or send the pr oduct to a Hoover® Authorized Warranty Service Dealer along with pro of of purchase. For an au tomated referral to authorized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone 888 679-2121 or visit Hoover® online at www.hoover.com.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: T his warrant y does not cover belts, ﬁ lters and brush rolls, use of the product in a commer cial operation (such a s maid, janitor ial and equipment rental services), improper maintenance of the product, damage due to misuse, acts of God, nature, vandalism or other ac ts beyond the control of Hoover®, owner’s acts or omissions, use outside the countr y in which the product was initially purchased and resales of the produc t by the original owner. This warranty does not cover pick up, deliver y, transportation or house c alls. Howev er, if you mail your pr oduct to a Hoover® Sales and Ser vice Center for warranty service, cost of shipping will be paid one way. Please call the Hoover® Services , 888 679-2121, on how to ship this product . This warranty doe s not apply to products purchased out side the United States, including its territories and pos sessions, a U.S. Militar y Exchange and Canada.

OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS: T his warrant y is not transferable and may not be assigned. This warranty shall be governed and const rued under the laws of the state of North Carolina. The Warranty Perio d will not be extended by any replacement of batteries or parts or repair performed under this warranty.

THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN NO EVENT WILL HOOVER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE TO OWNER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH OWNER, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR STRICT PRODUCTS LIABILITY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁ c rights; you may also have others that var y from state to state.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

Contact us: Hoover.com/support or Hoover.ca/support 888 679-2121 Connect with us: Twitter: @HooverUSA Facebook: facebook.com/hoover Do not return to store. See behind the dirt cup for model

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