Hoover U5180-910, U5180-950, U5180-955, U5185-900, U5185-910 User Manual

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Cyclonic Upright	®
Vacuum Cleaner

Owner’s Manual

ENGLISH pp. 1-12

ESPAÑOL pág 13-20

FRANÇAIS p. 21-27

This product was designed for easy assembly (see page 3)

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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
Parts & accessories mail order form 29

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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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Please do not return this product to the store.

1. Cleaner assembly

Carton contents

	1-1		A. Handle section
			B. Cleaner body
			C. Cleaning tools and wands
	A	*	*NOTE: Three (3) wands and the floor
			brush available on some models
		C	only.
			Remove all parts from carton and
	B		identify each item shown.
			Make sure all parts are located before
		*	disposing of packing materials.
	Attach handle
	1-2	1-3	Note: The plug will only fit together
			one way. If plug is not fitting togeth-
	A	C	er, check alignment of ends.
		PUSH	After the plug ends are fully con-
	B
		FIRMLY UNTIL	nected, the orange tie wrap (A)
		YOU HEAR A	must be removed.
		SNAP OR	Use caution so as NOT TO CUT
		CLICK!	the black power cord. Discard the
		B	orange tie wrap.

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.

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.

1-4

1-5

D

F

E

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.

Press button (F) at handle base and push handle all the way down.

Continued 3

1-6	B		Position tools
			Place smaller diameter end of wand
	D
			(A) into bottom of rack. Snap wand
	A		into clip at top. Repeat with other
			wand.
			Crevice tool (B) fits into one of the
		C	extension wands.
			Snap combination tool (C) and pow-
			ered hand tool (D) into storage
			areas on back of cleaner as shown.

2. How to use
Cleaner description
2-1	1			1. Handle grip	18. Wands
	2			2. ON/OFF switch	19. Crevice tool
				3. Telescoping handle	20. Cord hooks: wrap cord
				4. Handle release button	around hooks for storage. Top
	3			5. Carrying handle	hook can be rotated right or
				6. Dirt cup release button	left for easy cord release.
				7. Dirt cup assembly	21. Handle release pedal:
16	4			8. Dirt cup door hinge	step on lever to lower handle
				9. Stair cleaning handle:	to operating or low positions.
		19		located below lower edge
				of dirt cup.
			17		Operate cleaner only at
15	6	18		10. Headlight
				11. Nozzle control knob:	voltage specified on data
			15	turn knob to correct setting	plate on back of cleaner.
	7			for height of carpet being	This cleaner is intended for
				cleaned.
				12. Furniture guard: helps	household use.
		20		prevent cleaner from mark-
14	8			ing furniture.
			14	13. Hose handle
	9
				14. Combination tool
13
	10			15. Powered hand tool
				16. Hose
	11			17. Hose/tool holder
	12	21
Polarized plug			2-2	2-3
To reduce	of electric shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade	than the other).
This plug will	in a polarized outlet
only one way	the plug does not fit			A
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does	fit, contact a qualified
electrician	the proper out-
let. Do not change the plug in any
way.

ON-OFF

Plug cord electrical outlet.

To turn cleaner ON, push ON/OFF switch once.

To turn cleaner OFF, push switch again.

4

Telescoping 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.

Transporting cleaner

To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward.

2-4

Carrying cleaner

The cleaner can also be moved by using the carrying handle.

2-5

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.

2-6

B

A

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.

2-7

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.

2-8

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.

2-9

A

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.

Continued 5

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.

2-10
B
A	C

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.

2-11	E
	F
	G
	H

Select proper

D. Combination tool use with brush for carved furniture, table tops, books, lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian blinds, ds, 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.

G. Wands are used to give extra

length to your hose. Use them with 2-12 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.

I	2-13		2-14

J

K

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.

Combination tool

Slide brush to remove.

To replace brushes, align bottom of brush with grooves (K) on tool. Slide brush into place.

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3. Maintenance

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

3-1

A

Dirt cup

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.

3-2

B

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.

3-3

3-4

3-5

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.

Place bottom of dirt cup in first. Pivot cup into cleaner body.

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.

Cleaning filters

Cyclonic filter assembly

How to clean

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Do not use cleaner without dirt cup or filters in place.

3-6

A

Remove dirt cup as described in Fig. 3-2.

Twist filter assembly (A) counterclockwise. Remove assembly from dirt cup.

3-7

A

B

C

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.

Secondary filter

How to clean

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Do not operate cleaner without dirt cup or filters in place.

3-8	D
B	A
	C

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. Continued 7

Final filter

How to clean

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Do not operate cleaner without dirt cup or filters in place.

3-9

A

B

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.

3-12

Replacing lens

Reposition lens and secure with the screw.

Headlight replacement

What to buy

This cleaner uses a 13 volt, T-3 114 wedge base bulb, Hoover part No. 27313107.

3-10

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.

3-11

Installing bulb

Pull old bulb straight out of socket. Push new bulb straight into socket until locked in place.

Excessive force is not required.

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).

3-13

A

A

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.

8

3-14

Rotate hood toward front of cleaner and remove the hood.

3-15

Removing agitator brush roll

Remove agitator brush roll and used belt.

Discard used belt.

3-16

B

Installing new belt

With lettering on outside of belt, slide new belt over motor pulley (B).

3-17

C

Replacing agitator brush roll

Insert agitator through belt and place belt in belt guide (C) on agitator.

3-18

E

D

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.

3-19

F

G

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).

The agitator brush roll

When to replace

When agitator brushes are worn, the agitator should be replaced.

To check condition of brushes, disconnect 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.

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.

Continued 9