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Owner’s Manual
ENGLISH ➜ pp. 1-12
ESPAÑOL ➜ pág 13-20
FRANÇAIS ➜ p. 21-27
Cyclonic Upright
Vacuum Cleaner
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Contents
Assembling Cleaner ............................3
Carton Contents ....................................3
Cleaner Descriptions............................4
How To Use ........................................4-6
Cleaning Tools ..................................6
If You Have a Problem ........................11
Important Safeguards ..........................2
Lubrication ............................................9
Maintenance ....................................6-11
Authorized Service..........................11
Cleaning Filters..............................7-8
Clearing Blockages ........................12
Emptying Dirt Cup..........................6-7
Replacing Agitator Brush Roll ........9
Replacing Belt................................8-9
Replacing Powered Hand Tool
Agitator Brush Roll ......................10
Replacing Power Hand Tool Belt ..10
Replacing Headlight ..........................8
Thermal Protector ..............................11
Warranty ..............................................12
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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,
rotating agitator and other moving parts. Do not 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 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.
• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose.
• Unplug cleaner before connecting the powered hand tool.
• Do not use without dirt cup or filters in place. Empty cup and clean filter frequently 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 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 Sales and 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 Hoover; others may cause hazards.
WARNING:This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Wash hands after handling.
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PUSH
FIRMLY UNTIL
YOU HEAR A
SNAP OR
CLICK!
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Attach handle
Carton contents
Remove all parts from carton and
identify each item shown.
Make sure all parts are located before
disposing of packing materials.
A
B
E
D
F
C
B
A
A
B
C
If you need any assistance:
Visit our website at hoover.com. Click on the “Service” button to find the service outlet nearest you
OR
Call 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) OR
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Please do not return this product to the store.
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1. Cleaner assembly
Hold plug (B) with one hand; upper
handle (C) with other hand.
Push plug into upper handle, aligning with opposite end of plug and
push firmly UNTIL YOU HEAR A
SNAP OR A CLICK.
After ends are connected, pull on
plug to make sure it is securely
attached.
1-2
Align the groove (D) on the back of
the upper handle with the small projection (E) on the back of the handle
housing.
Push upper handle down until you
hear a click.
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1-4
1-5
1-1
A. Handle section
B. Cleaner body
C. Cleaning tools and wands
*NOTE: Three (3) wands and the floor
brush available on some models
only.
Grasp orange tie wrap (A) and pull
until the black plug (B) comes out of
the handle cavity.
DO NOT remove orange tie wrap
until step 1-3 is complete.
Note: The plug will only fit together
one way. If plug is not fitting together, check alignment of ends.
After the plug ends are fully connected, the orange tie wrap (A)
must be removed.
Use caution so as NOT TO CUT
the black power cord. Discard the
orange tie wrap.
Press button (F) at handle base and
push handle all the way down.
*
*
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2. How to use
Cleaner description
18. Wands
19. Crevice tool
20. Cord hooks: wrap cord
around hooks for storage. Top
hook can be rotated right or
left for easy cord release.
21. Handle release pedal:
step on lever to lower handle
to operating or low positions.
Operate cleaner only at
voltage specified on data
plate on back of cleaner.
This cleaner is intended for
household use.
1. Handle grip
2. ON/OFF switch
3. Telescoping handle
4. Handle release button
5. Carrying handle
6. Dirt cup release button
7. Dirt cup assembly
8. Dirt cup door hinge
9. Stair cleaning handle:
located below lower edge
of dirt cup.
10. Headlight
11. Nozzle control knob:
turn knob to correct setting
for height of carpet being
cleaned.
12. Furniture guard: helps
prevent cleaner from marking furniture.
13. Hose handle
14.Combination tool
15. Powered hand tool
16. Hose
17. Hose/tool holder
ON-OFF switch
Plug cord into electrical outlet.
To turn cleaner ON, push ON/OFF
switch once.
To turn cleaner OFF, push switch
again.
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13
17
15
12
A
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20
19
8
16
A
B
D
C
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2
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Polarized plug
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.
2-1
Transporting cleaner
To move your cleaner from room to
room, put handle in upright position,
tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and
push forward.
2-3
2-2
T elescoping handle
For convenience in storing or carrying your cleaner, the handle is
designed to retract into the body of
the cleaner. Lower the handle by
depressing the button (A) located at
the handle base and pushing the
handle down. Raise the handle by
depressing the button and pulling
the handle upward, locking it into
the desired position.
Position tools
Place smaller diameter end of wand
(A) into bottom of rack. Snap wand
into clip at top. Repeat with other
wand.
Crevice tool (B) fits into one of the
extension wands.
Snap combination tool (C) and powered hand tool (D) into storage
areas on back of cleaner as shown.
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Handle positions
The handle of your cleaner has
three positions; upright for storage
and when using cleaning tools;
operating position for general
operation on carpet and floors; low
for reaching under low furniture.
Step on handle release lever to
lower handle.
Carrying cleaner
The cleaner can also be moved by
using the carrying handle.
2-4
2-5
2-8
2-6
Carpet height
adjustment
The cleaning of carpet and rugs
takes place at the nozzle (A).
When it is necessary to raise and
lower the nozzle for various carpet
pile heights, place handle in upright
position and turn the nozzle control
knob (B) to the desired setting.
The nozzle will not move into the
adjusted position until the cleaner
handle is lowered to the operating
position.
A
A
B
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Settings
For maximum cleaning performance, the following carpet height
settings are recommended:
• Lowest setting: for all types of
carpet.
Note: If the cleaner is difficult to
push, turn knob to the next higher
setting.
• Higher settings: for very deep
pile carpet, where easier pushing
effort is desired, while maintaining
good cleaning performance.
Cleaning lightweight
flexible rugs
Stand on one end of rug and move
cleaner toward other end or edge.
Before reaching edge, push down
on handle. This will lift up the nozzle
(front of cleaner) as shown and will
prevent rug from clinging to cleaner.
Continue to lift up nozzle so that
when you have reached the edge, it
is completely off the rug. Move
cleaner back to start again, lower
nozzle, and use only forward
strokes.
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Stair cleaning
A stair cleaning handle has been
designed for ease in using your
cleaner on stairs. With handle in
operating position, place fingers
under edge of stair cleaning handle
(A) and guide cleaner with other
hand on upper handle.
As an alternative, you may use the
hose and power hand tool for stair
cleaning. Clean from bottom to top.
When using cleaning tools, the
agitator will continue to rotate.
CAUTION: To avoid personal
injury or unnecessary wear to
carpet, and to prevent the cleaner
from falling, always place it at
bottom of stairs.
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Select proper tool
D. Combination tool use with brush
for carved furniture, table tops,
books, lamps, lighting fixtures,
venetian blinds, baseboards, shutters, and registers.
Remove brush to clean upholstered
furniture, draperies, mattresses,
clothing, and carpeted stairs.
E. Powered hand tool may be used
for upholstered furniture, draperies,
mattresses, clothing, automobile
interiors, and carpeted stairs.
F. Crevice tool may be used in tight
spaces, corners and along edges in
such places as dresser drawers,
upholstered furniture, stairs and
baseboards.
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I
B
A
J
C
2-11
F
H
G
E
D
K
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2-14
Attach wand and tools
Attach tool or wand to the hose (I).
Attach tool to wand (J) by pushing it
firmly onto the wand.
Twist wand or tool slightly to tighten
or loosen the connection.
2-10
Removing hose
When using cleaning tools, cleaner
handle should be in the upright
position. Also, turn cleaner OFF
before disconnecting and connecting hose to hose tube (A).
To use hose, lift hose end (B) as
shown. Check to be sure the hose
tube cover (C) is closed over the
hose tube.
When you are finished cleaning with
the tools, lift cover from hose tube
and reposition hose end into tube.
Combination tool
Slide brush to remove.
To replace brushes, align bottom of
brush with grooves (K) on tool. Slide
brush into place.
Cleaning tools
Tools allow for cleaning surfaces
above the floor and for reaching
hard to clean areas.
The cleaner is ready for tool use
when handle is in upright
position.
CAUTION: The agitator continues
to rotate while cleaner handle is
in upright position. Avoid tipping
cleaner or setting it on furniture,
fringed area rugs or carpeted
stairs during tool use.
How to clean tools
To clean the hose, wipe off dirt with
a cloth dampened in a mild detergent. Rinse with a damp cloth.
Cleaning tools may be washed in
warm water with a detergent. Rinse
and air dry before using.
G. Wands are used to give extra
length to your hose. Use them with
any of the above tools.
Note: Some models include three (3)
wands.
H. Floor brush (available on some
models only) use on hard surface
floors.
Remove dirt cup as described in
Fig. 3-2.
Pull down on latch (A) located at the
top of the dirt cup cavity to remove
gray filter frame (B). Remove white
fabric filter and black foam filter from
frame. Hand wash filters in cold
water with a mild detergent.
Allow filter frame and both filters to
air dry for 24 hours before replacing
filters into filter frame.
Reposition filter frame by inserting
tabs (C) into slots (D) on back of dirt
cup cavity. Rotate filter frame up
toward top of dirt cup cavity and
snap closed.
When to empty
Empty the dirt cup before the dirt
reaches the fill line (A).
CAUTION: Very fine materials,
such as face powder or cornstarch, may seal the filter and
cause a reduction in performance.
When using the cleaner for this
type of dust, empty the cup and
clean the filters often.
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B
C
D
Holding dirt cup over trash receptacle, press dirt cup door release button (C) to open dirt cup door (D).
Press dirt cup door release button to
latch dirt cup door closed.
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3-8
3-7
A
C
D
B
A
Dirt and debris can be cleaned from
the filter assembly by brushing with
the cleaner’s combination tool.
Place the filter assembly on the dirt
cup, aligning tabs (A) on either side
of filter with slots on dirt cup (B) and
twist it clockwise to secure into position. Press dirt cup door release button (C) to latch dirt cup door closed.
Replace dirt cup as described in
Figs. 3-4 & 3-5.
Cyclonic filter
assembly
How to clean
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet. Do not use cleaner without
dirt cup or filters in place.
3-3
3-5
3-2
How to empty
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet. Do not use the cleaner
without dirt cup or filters in place.
Press dirt cup release button (B)
and pivot cup out.
3-4
Press on dirt cup release button
while firmly pressing on dirt cup.
Release button in order for it to
return to proper position and lock
the dirt cup into place.
Remove dirt cup as described in
Fig. 3-2.
Twist filter assembly (A) counterclockwise. Remove assembly from
dirt cup.
Secondary filter
How to clean
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet. Do not operate cleaner
without dirt cup or filters in place.
Cleaning filters
Place bottom of dirt cup in first.
Pivot cup into cleaner body.
A
3-1
3. Maintenance
Familiarize yourself with these home
maintenance tasks as proper use
and care of your cleaner will ensure
continued cleaning effectiveness.
Dirt cup
B
C
A
Remove dirt cup as described in
Fig. 3-2.
Pull filter frame (A) straight out from
bottom of dirt cup cavity. Do not
attempt to remove filter (B) from
frame.
Hand wash in cold water with a mild
detergent.
Allow to air dry for 24 hours before
replacing frame into bottom of dirt
cup cavity.
What to buy
When purchasing new filters, ask
for:
Secondary filter-white fabric filter,
HOOVER part No. 93002520.
Final filter assemby, HOOVER part
No. 93002521.
Belt replacement
The belt on your Hoover cleaner
causes the agitator to rotate and is
important for the effective operation
of the cleaner. The belt is located
under the hood of the cleaner and
should be checked from time to time
to be sure it is in good condition.
When to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
To check belt, remove hood as
shown in Fig. 3-13. Replace belt if it
is stretched, cut or broken.
What to buy
To assure effective operation, use
only genuine HOOVER belts with
your cleaner. When purchasing a
new belt, ask for HOOVER part No.
38528040 (belt package part No.
40201190).
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Removing hood
Press handle release pedal and
place handle in low position.
Using a coin, turn the two slots (A)
on either side of the hood as shown.
3-13
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3-11
3-12
Replacing lens
Reposition lens and secure with the
screw.
Installing bulb
Pull old bulb straight out of socket.
Push new bulb straight into socket
until locked in place.
Excessive force is not required.
3-9
B
A
Final filter
How to clean
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet. Do not operate cleaner
without dirt cup or filters in place.
3-10
Headlight replacement
What to buy
This cleaner uses a 13 volt, T-3 114
wedge base bulb, Hoover part No.
27313107.
Removing lens
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Press handle release pedal and
place handle in low position.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the the screw as shown and lift off
lens.
A
A
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3-18
3-19
Continued
The agitator brush roll
When to replace
When agitator brushes are worn, the
agitator should be replaced.
To check condition of brushes, dis-
connect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
3-20
Move edge of a card across bottom
plate while turning agitator. To maintain cleaning effectiveness, replace
agitator if brushes do not touch
card.
Replacing agitator brush roll
Insert agitator through belt and place
belt in belt guide (C) on agitator.
Securing agitator
Grasp agitator firmly and fit it into
position by first sliding end opposite
the belt into the rectangular slot (D)
on side of cleaner.
Pull other side of agitator (E) into
place.
Turn agitator making sure belt turns
freely and is not pinched between
agitator and bottom of cleaner.
Replacing hood
Align tabs (F) on hood with slots (G)
on base of cleaner. Pivot hood into
position.
Secure hood into position by turning
the coin slots (Fig. 3-13).
What to buy
When purchasing a new agitator,
ask for HOOVER part No.
48414115.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Remove hood, belt and agitator following directions in “The belt” section beginning with Fig. 3-13.
Discard old agitator.
Continue following the directions in
“The belt” section to reposition belt,
new agitator and hood.
Lubrication
The motor is equipped with bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The
addition of lubricant could cause
damage. Therefore, do not add
lubricant to motor bearings.
Removing agitator brush roll
Remove agitator brush roll and used
belt.
Discard used belt.
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3-16
Installing new belt
With lettering on outside of belt,
slide new belt over motor pulley (B).
3-14
C
B
D
E
G
F
Rotate hood toward front of cleaner
and remove the hood.