Hoover Stick Cleaner User Manual

Stick Cleaner

Owner’s Manual

English ➜ pp. 1-7

Español ➜ pàg. 8-11

Français ➜ p. 12-15

Review this manual before

operating cleaner.

This cleaner inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation call

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) or

1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center or

Visit us online at www.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the “Service” button).

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.

Thank you for selecting a HOOVER product.

Fill in and retain

The model and serial number are located in the middle of the back of the cleaner body.

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.

Index

Assembling Cleaner....................3-4

Cleaner Descriptions .................3

Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp

Rating ..............................................7

How To Use ..................................4-5

Carrying handle..........................5

Hose and Tool .............................5

ON-OFF/Speed Selector Switch.......4

Rug and Floor Nozzle ................4

Storage........................................5

If You Have a Problem ...................7

Service.........................................7

Important Safeguards....................2

Maintenance ................................5-6

Dirt Cup....................................5-6

Lubrication ..................................6

Rug and Floor Nozzle ................6

Secondary Filter.........................6

Warranty ..........................................7

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Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Warning:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or 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 body away from openings and all moving parts.

• 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 materials such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present.

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the cleaner and the filter.

• Do not use without dirt cup or filters in place. When picking up very fine materials such as powder, depress bag cap, shake filter bag and empty dirt cup often.

• 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 appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner.

• Unplug cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• 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 dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized 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.

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Remove the tape securing the hose hook and screw to the handle. A Phillips screwdriver is needed for assembly.

1. Assembling cleaner

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Questions or Concerns?

The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its use. Look on the list provided with the product for your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service

Dealer (Depot) or call:

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) OR

1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center OR Visit us online at www.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click on the “Service” button)

Unpack cleaner from carton, remove all cardboard and identify parts shown.

1. Handle Section

2. Cleaner Body

3. Hose with tool (some models)

4. Nozzle

The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing.

A. Cord hook B. Hose hook (some models) C. Hose (some models) D. ON-OFF/Speed selector switch E. Dirt cup F. Carrying handle G. Cleaner body

Depending on the model you purchased, ONE of the above Rug/Floor Nozzles is included with your cleaner.

H. Standard nozzle I. Deluxe nozzle J. Deluxe wheeled nozzle K. Soft Touch™ hard floor nozzle

This cleaner is intended for household use.

Attach handle

Carton contents

Cleaner description

For attached hose models, place hose hook on handle by first inserting tab (L) into slot (M).

With cord hooks (K) upward, slide handle onto cleaner body.

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Insert screw and secure handle to cleaner body.

(N = Hose models)

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Attach nozzle

Line up raised rib (O) on front of nozzle with raised rib just above opening on cleaner. Push nozzle securely into cleaner.

Attach hose and tool (some models)

Facing the back of the cleaner, position hose connector (P) into holder (Q) on right side of cleaner body making sure latch (R) is inside holder.

Loop hose over hose hook (S) and position tool into holder (T) on other side of cleaner body.

2. How to use

II O

ON-OFF/Speed selector switch

Your cleaner has a one or two speed motor.

Use the one speed model for cleaning any type of rug or bare floor; ON = I,

OFF = 0

Use the two speed model on HIGH (II) for cleaning rugs and carpet, or press the switch to LOW (l) for bare floors; OFF = 0

Rug and floor nozzle

The combination rug and floor nozzle has been designed to do an efficient cleaning job on both carpet and hard surface floors.

Some models come with the standard nozzle. Others come with the deluxe nozzle or with the deluxe wheeled nozzle.

All nozzles have constant edge cleaning for cleaning along baseboards or solid furniture. Both deluxe nozzles have a BARE FLOOR setting and a RUG setting. To change from one setting to the other, refer to the directions below for your deluxe nozzle.

Deluxe nozzle

Lock brushes to clean bare floors by sliding selector (A) toward BARE FLOOR. Release brushes to clean rugs or carpet by sliding selector toward RUG.

Deluxe wheeled nozzle

Lock brushes to clean bare floors by depressing selector (A) to BARE FLOOR. Release brushes to clean rugs or carpet by depressing selector to RUG.

Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate located on back of cleaner motor housing.

Polarized plug

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product 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 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.

Plug cord into electrical outlet. Your cleaner in now ready to operate.

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‘Soft Touch’ hard floor nozzle

The hard floor nozzle has been designed for use on hard-surface floors. It is not recommended for use on carpeted surfaces.

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2-7 2-8

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3-2 3-3

Cleaning under low furniture

Your cleaner has been designed to do an effective job cleaning under low furniture and in hard to reach areas. Lower handle to floor level and proceed with back and forth motion.

Hose and tool

(some models)

Turn cleaner OFF before attaching or removing hose.

The hose and tool may be used for cleaning in tight spaces, corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers, upholstered furniture, stairs and baseboards.

Lay cleaner on floor with backside up. Remove hose connector and tool from holder.

Lift hose door (B) upward.

Insert hose connector (C) until it snaps into position. Suction will automatically be diverted to the hose when cleaner is turned on.

To remove hose, press latch (D) on hose connector and pull outward.

Note: Hose must be removed from hose door when cleaning carpet and floors to insure proper cleaning.

After using the hose and tool, place them back in the holder as for storing.

Carrying handle

For your convenience a carrying handle (E) is provided to assist in moving the cleaner and when cleaning stairs.

Storing cleaner

When cleaner is not in use, wrap cord around cord hooks and place hose and tool in holder as shown.

For your convenience, cleaner may be hung on a hook from opening at top of handle. To maintain maximum performance of the ‘Soft Touch’ hard floor nozzle, it is recommended that the cleaner be hung for storage.

3. Maintenance

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness.

Dirt cup

The dirt and debris picked up by the cleaner is deposited into the dirt cup. It

is recommended that the dirt cup be emptied after each use.

When empty, the cup can be cleaned with a damp cloth or rinsed with water. Be sure cup is dry before reusing.

All models have a filter and others also have a cyclonic cone (filter assembly inside the cup) that provides extended cleaning performance.

How to empty dirt cup

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

Lift latch (A) at bottom of cup to release cup.

Grasp cup and pull forward to remove it from the cleaner.

Remove filter (B) or filter assembly (C) from top of cup.

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However, very fine materials, such as face powder, cornstarch and fireplace ashes, picked up in large quantities can seal the filter and cause a loss of suction. When using the cleaner for this type of dust, empty cup often.

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