Canister Cleaner
with Power Nozzle
review
this manual before
operating cleaner
This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being
shipped from the factory. If you should happen to need assistance
during assembly or operation, call
l-800-944-9200
outlet locations (U.S. only) or
l-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer
Response Center.
for automated referral of authorized service
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
Fill in and retain
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.
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and has serial number
It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner’s
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Index
Assembling Cleaner
Cleaner Descriptions
Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating..
Energy Saving Tips
How To Use
Canister cleaner
Check Bag Indicator
Cleaning Tools
Power Nozzle
To clean stairs
If You Have a Problem
Important Safeguards
Lubrication
Maintenance
Cleaning Filters
Clearing Obstructions
Replacing Agitator
Replacing Bag
Replacing Belt
Replacing Headlight
Service
Storage
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The Hoover Company
Important Safeguards!
When using an electrical appliance, always follow
basic precautions, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
WaWBiFlg:
or
injury:
Do not use
Close supervision is necessary when
near children. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to
run unattended at any time.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of bod
from openings, rotating agitator and other moving parts.
operate cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or
sandals.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as ciga-
rettes, 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 picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may
damage the cleaner and the bag.
Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting
hose or motorized nozzle.
Do not use without dust bag or filters in place. Change bag fre-
quently when picking up very fine materials such as powder.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce air
flow.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on
cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appli-
ance over cord. Keep cord awa from heated surfaces.
Always disconnect cord from e ectrical outlet before servicing the
cleaner.
Unplug cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before
ing.
Bonot unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord. Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
If cleaner has a cord reel, hold on to the plug while cord is being
rewound to prevent cord from whipping.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as
it should, has been dro
into water, take it to a l-r
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).
Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the
instructions. Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover
Company; others may cause hazards.
outdoorsor
on wet surfaces.
any
appliance is
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ped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
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used by
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Unpacking
Unpack cleaner from carton and
identify the parts shown.
and dispose of cardboard packing.
A. Canister cleaner
B.
Power nozzle
C. Extra paper bag (one bag is
installed in cleaner)
D. Extension wands and hose
Remove
The assembled cleaner will look
like the drawing below.
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Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of
cleaner.
1. Combination carpet and floor power nozzle:
different carpet pile heights.
2. Headlight
3. Spring latch:
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or tool.
4. Wand storage clip:
locks extension wands together or locks wand to nozzle
place cleaner on end and hook clip on bottom of
cleaner (page 11).
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may be used with cleaning tools.
6. Wand/tool latch:
5. Extension wands:
used with rug and floor nozzle. One or both wands
used to lock hand grip to extension wands or
cleaning tools.
7. Floor surface selector button:
cleaning or “BARE” for hard surface floor cleaning.
8. Hand grip
9. Remote ON/OFF switch*:
cleaner operation.
10. Remote variable speed control*:
cleaner speed at the hand grip.
11. Receptacle:
12. Dusting brush
13. Crevice tool
14. Wall/floor brush
15. Furniture nozzle
16. Power ON light*:
connect power nozzle cord underneath hand grip.
glows when cleaner can be controlled at the hand
grip.
17. Suction regulator:
close for maximum suction, open if power nozzle is
difficult to push or lightweight rugs or draperies are being cleaned.
18. Large wheels:
provide easy towing when cleaner is pulled over
carpet, area rugs and door sills.
19. Cord rewind pedal:
plug until cord is rewound.
20. Micro filter:
21. Tool lid:
22. Bag lid latch:
23. ON/OFF pedal:
24. Check bag indicator:
aids in filtration of dirt particles.
pull up on edge of lid in recessed area.
lift to open bag lid.
step on pedal to rewind cord for storage.
conveniently located on top of cleaner.
shows red when paper bag should be checked
for fullness.
25. Hose connector
26. Receptacle:
27. Carrying handle
28. Belt check window:
connect power nozzle cord to canister cleaner.
motor pulley will be visible in window if belt is
broken.
automatically adjusts to
push button toward “RUG” for carpet
located on the hand grip for convenient
allows user to manually select
Hold
*Available on some models.
This cleaner is intended for household use.
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Questions or Concerns?
The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns
cleaner or questions regarding its use. Look on the list provided with the
product for your local
Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for the nearest
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer
Hoover Factory Service Center
(Depot) or call:
or in the Yellow
about
your
Authorized
l-800-944-9200
authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only)
l-330-499-9499
Hoover Consumer Response Center.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE OR SEND IT TO
NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE.
for an automated referral of
OR
to speak with a representative in the
How to
assemble
1,
Connect hose
With hose toward front of cleaner,
push hose connector into opening
in bag lid.
When hose is attached properly,
hose cord plug will reach to
receptacle on cleaner.
Insert plug as deeply into the
receptacle as possible. Latch leg
will automatically fasten. Cleaner
will not operate unless plug is
inserted
To disconnect hose, first remove
hose cord plug from receptacle
while pulling out on latch leg. Then,
depress buttons on hose connector
and pull up.
Note: The flexible hose contains
electrical wires for connection to
the power nozzle and should not
be used if damaged. The wires
should not be seen through the
outer skin.
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i,nto
receptacle.
2. Attach
nozzle and
wands
Attach wand with wand storage clip
to power nozzle by fitting button
projection on nozzle connector into
opening near end of wand. 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.
Note:
storage clip.
To attach the hose to the extension
wands, push the wand/tool la ch on
the hand grip to the unlockasym-
bol.
Push the hand grip down onto wand
so that the button projection fits into
the slot. Push the latch to the lock
symbol to secure wand.
Push plug on power nozzle cord
completely into receptacle
underne@h
Bottom cord clip is on wand
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hand grip.
Always disconnect cleaner from
electrical outlet before attaching
or removing power nozzle plug.
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How to use
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way.
ON-OFF switches
After assembling cleaner, plug cord
into electrical outlet. Turn cleaner
on by depressing ON-OFF pedal.
To turn cleaner off, depress pedal
again.
On some models two switches are
used to turn the cleaner on for
operation.
Press remote control switch on hand
grip to the “OFF” position before
plugging cord into electrical outlet.
CORD REWIND
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Plug cord into an electrical outlet and
step on ON-OFF pedal. The POWER
ON light will glow, indicating that the
cleaner can then be controlled at the
hand grip. Press hand grip switch to
the ON position.
Check bag
indicator
The indicator will begin to show red
as bag fills with dirt. There are three
conditions that will cause the
indicator to become completely red:
1. The bag is full; change the bag.
2. Very fine materials (such as
powder) have been picked up,
clogging the bag pores; change the
bag, even if it is not full.
3. There is an obstruction in the
nozzle, hose, tools, or at the bag
opening; remove the obstruction.
INDICATOR
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Deluxe power
nozzle
Handle positions
The handle has two positions when
used with the power nozzle:
upright and operating.
To lower handle to operating
position, place your foot firmly on
the power nozzle and pull handle
back.
Carpet or rug
cleaning
When using the power nozzle for
carpet and rug cleaning, push the
floor surface selector button toward
“RUG”. This setting provides the
suction and agitator action necessary to deep clean carpets. The
nozzle adjusts automatically to
various carpet pile heights.
Hard surface floor
cleaning
The power nozzle can be used for
cleaning hard surface floors such
as wood, linoleum, vinyl, asphalt
and rubber tile, sealed cork,
concrete and terrazzo, as well as
carpet.
To set the power nozzle for hard
surface floor cleaning, push the
floor surface selector button toward
“BARE”. This setting provides
suction and no agitator action. If
you prefer, you may use the wall/
floor brush to clean bare floors.
You will find it particularly conven-
ient when cleaning lightweight area
rugs to set the floor surface selector
button on “BARE” and continue
cleaning the surrounding floor
surfaces.
Note: The headlight will be on in
both the “RUG” and “BARE” floor
surface modes.
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Brushed 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 as
shown.
Variable speed
control
(Available on some models.)
The variable speed control is
located on the hand grip.
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Slide the control back to reduce
energy consumption and to clean
lightly soiled areas or delicate
fabrics. Slide control forward for
maximum cleaning power in heavily
soiled areas. If the power nozzle is
difficult to push, slide the control
toward back to
This will help prevent damage to
the belt.
reduce the power.
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Suction regulator
The suction regulator on the wand
allows the user to reduce suction
when necessary. Open the suction
regulator for less suction when
cleaning lightweight fabrics or throw
rugs. Close the suction regulator for
maximum suction.
nozzle is difficult to push on some
carpet, open the suction regulator.
This will help prevent damage to
the belt.
If the power
Cleaning tools
The cleaning tools are conveniently stored in the cleaner underneath the tool
lid. Pull up on edge of lid in recessed area to open.
The lid is also designed with a “break-away’ feature which allows it to snap
off if it is pushed open too far. To re-attach, align small knobs on hinge
area of lid with slots at rear of cleaner; press lid back into place.
The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the
cleaning task from the descriptions below.
1. Crevice tool
tight spaces, corners, and along
edges in such places as dresser
drawers, upholstered furniture,
stairs and baseboards.
2. Furniture nozzle
used for upholstered furniture,
draperies, tapestries, mat-
tresses, clothing, automobile
interiors and carpeted stairs.
3. Dusting brush
for carved furniture, table tops,
books, lamps, lighting fixtures,
Venetian blinds, baseboards,
shutters and registers.
may be used in
may be
may be used
4. Wall/floor brush
for walls and very irregular hard
surface floors such as brick and
slate.
may be used
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How
To use the cleaner with tools,
disconnect the power nozzle
from the hand grip.
Tools may be attached directly
to the hand grip. With the latch
in the unlock a position, insert
tool (or wand if extra length is
needed), then push latch to the
lock 8 position to secure.
To remove the tool (or wand),
push the latch to the unlock
position.
To connect tools to metal wands,
insert end of tool into wand and
snap into position. To disconnect,
press down on the center of spring
latch and remove tool.
to connect
a
How to store
cleaner
The cleaning tools are conveniently
stored in the cleaner, as shown. To
replace the wall/floor brush, be sure
to turn the nozzle connector toward
the cord rewind pedal before
pushing the brush in place.
To save storage space, stand the
cleaner on end and hook wand
storage clip on bottom of cleaner.
The nozzle must be positioned
down as shown.
Lift up on wand to remove storage
clip from cleaner.
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How to clean
stairs
Clean stairs by placing cleaner on
end. Clean stairs from bottom to
top.
Maintenance
The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the
cleaner. Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep
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.
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.
There are two conditions that will indicate that an obstruction has occurred:
1. Cleaner stops running (See
2. Cleaner continues to run, but suction is low. (See
section.)
ThermaR
An internal thermal protector has been used in your cleaner to prevent
overheating if a large item or clog is caught in the nozzle or at the opening
of the bag.
will trip and the cleaner will stop running.
cleaner OFF and
hose from cleaner and remove obstruction from bag opening. If obstruc-
tion is in nozzle, disconnect nozzle from wand and remove obstruction.
After 1-3 minutes, the thermal protector will cool and automatically reset,
then cleaning may resume. If cleaner does not operate, allow additional
time for thermal protector to reset. The thermal protector may also trip if the
bag needs to be replaced. (See “The bag” section.)
Protector
When the blockage is not removed, the thermal protector
disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Thermal protector
If this happens, turn the
section.)
Clearing obstructions
Disconnect
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Clearing obstructions
To check for obstructions, first
turn cleaner off and
from electrical outlet; then
disconnect power nozzle plug
and wands from hand grip.
Plug cleaner in, 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.
disconnect
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Before
wands, check nozzle connector.
Push nozzle connector down to
lowest position. Look into nozzle
connector and remove any obstructions.
attaching power nozzle to
The bag
When to replace
Check the bag when the “CHECK BAG” indicator shows red. When bag is
filled with dirt, the cleaner will not operate efficiently. Discard used bag.
CAUTION: Very fine materials, 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, change the bag often.
What to buy
In order to maintain the original cleaning effectiveness and superior filtration
qualities of your cleaner, use only
Type
S disposable bags.
Genuine HOOVER@ Micro Filtration
Regular
give satisfactory performance.
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 these
HOOVER@ Type
trademarks-
S disposable bags also fit your cleaner and will
HoawE
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How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
1. Rotate hose to the side, lift bag
lid latch and open bag lid.
3. Form new bag into a box-like
shape. Slide bag collar
holder.
firmly
into
2. Carefully pull out used bag.
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\ BAG
4. Push rear edge of bag into bag
cavity below seal.
Clear bag opening by pushing the
pierced paper through opening
toward bag interior.
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SEAL
Close bag lid.
How to attach bag lid
The bag lid and hinges are
designed with a ‘break- away’
feature. If the lid is pushed open
too far, it will come off. It can be
easily re-attached by aligning the
hinges with the appropriate slots in
the cleaner, as shown.
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The
filters-
secondary and micro
How to clean
Disconnect cleaner from electri-
cal outlet.
The
secondary filter,
behind the grill in the bag compartment, protects the motor from dirt
particles. If filter becomes dirty, pull
off grill and lift out filter. Wash filter
in warm water or replace it with a
new one. A dry filter must be put
back into cleaner.
Do not operate cleaner without
secondary filter in place.
located
The
micro filter
process to return clean air to the
room. To remove this filter, open
tool lid, remove dusting brush and
pull up red filter cassette.
If filter is dirty, open grid on cassette and remove filter. Wash filter
in warm water or replace it with a
new one. A
back into cleaner.
aids in the filtration
dry
filter must be put
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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. 38528-011 when a
belt replacement is necessary.
When to replace
The belt is visible through the belt check window on top of the nozzle. If the
belt is broken, the motor pulley will be visible through the window. However, the belt 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 electrical
outlet
nozzle from extension wands.
1. Turn nozzle over and unscrew
the 4 recessed Phillips head
screws.
Note: Do not remove the 3
screws in the triangle formation
as these hold the motor in place.
2. Return nozzle to original position,
lift off nozzle cover.
and disconnect power
MOTOR PULLEY
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3. If 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. Lettering on
belt must be visible.
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.
The agitator
When to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
When agitator brushes are worn,
the agitator should be replaced.
To check condition of brushes,
move edge of a card across bottom
plate while turning agitator. To
maintain cleaning effectiveness,
replace agitator if brushes do not
touch card.
What to buy
The agitator may be replaced with
either a single or double row of
brushes.
Single row of brushes - Hoover part
No.
48414-051.
Double row of brushes - Hoover
part No.
48414-049.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
1. Remove nozzle cover, agitator
and belt as shown in “How to
replace belt.“
2. Discard old agitator.
3. Replace new agitator and belt
as shown in steps 4-6 of “How to
replace belt”.
The headlight
The headlight, located on top of the
power nozzle, operates when the
cleaner is turned on. Use only
Hoover part NO. 27317-307, which
is a fused bulb, when replacing the
headlight.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power
nozzle from extension wands.
1. Remove the nozzle cover as
shown in “How to replace belt”.
2. Push old bulb into socket and
twist to remove. Push new bulb into
socket and twist into place.
3. Replace nozzle cover.
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If you have a problem
This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating condition
when it was shipped from the factory.
be solved quite easily when the cause is found. Therefore, this check list is
provided to assist you.
If a minor problem occurs, it usually can
Problem
A. Cleaner 1.
won’t run
B. Cleaner 1.
suction
low
2.
3.
4. No voltage in wall plug.
5. Blown fuse/tripped
6.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Possible cause
Not “ON” at cleaner.
Not “ON” at hand grip.
Not firmly plugged in.
breaker.
Thermal protector tripped. 6. See Thermal protector
Bag full.
Obstruction in hose,
wands, or nozzle
connector.
Secondary filter dirty.
Bag not opening.
Power set too low/
suction regulator open.
Hose not properly connected to cleaner. connected.
Possible solution
1. Turn “ON” at cleaner.
2. Turn “ON” at hand
grip.
3. Plug unit in firmly.
4. Check fuse or
breaker.
5. Replace fuse/reset
breaker.
section. (pg. 12)
1. Change paper
bag.
2. Remove foreign
object.
3. Clean filter.
4. Open bag by pulling
folds.
5. Increase power setting/
close suction regulator.
6. Ensure hose properly
C. Agitator 1.
won’t run
2.
3.
D. Nozzle 1.
won’t
pick up
2. Obstruction in nozzle
3.
4.
Hose power cord not
firmly plugged in.
Broken or worn belt.
Floor surface set for
“BARE”.
Low cleaner suction.
connector.
Agitator not running.
Agitator brushes worn.
1. Plug firmly into receptacle on cleaner base
and underneath handle.
2. Replace belt.
3. Set floor surface for
“RUG”
1. SeettemB.
2. Remove foreign object.
3. See ltem C.
4. Replace agitator.
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Service
To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts,
locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot)
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checking the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners
Household” OR -
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checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided
with this cleaner OR
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calling I-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of
authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only)
Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton
for service, this will only result in delay.
If further assistance is needed, contact The Hoover Company
Consumer Response Center, North Canton, Ohio 44720
Phone: 330-499-9499.
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by:
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In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, Burlington, Ontario
Phone: I-800-263-6376.
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.)
L7R 4A8,
Lubrication
The motor is equipped with two bearings that contain sufficient lubrication
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 Hoover
Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).
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Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating
This is m an Amp rating. Amps do m measure dirt removal, only the
amount of electricity used. Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp is determined
by dividing this model’s Cleaning Effectiveness* by its Amps.
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*Cleaning Effectiveness
(a)
the geometric mean of the amount of embedded carpet dirt removed in
testing under ASTM Test Method
(b)
the value 29 (the geometric mean of the midpoints of the % dirt pickup
scales selected by Hoover as a reference for its rating system).
is the percent value obtained from dividing:
F608-89,
by
Energy saving tips
1.
Replace paper bag promptly, before it is overfilled. Use a genuine
HOOVER bag made for your cleaner.
2.
Turn off cleaner when not in use, such as when moving furniture.
3.
Keep your cleaner operating at peak performance -have inspection
and service performed by a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).
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