Hoover UH40265, U5769-900, U5767-900, U5765-900, U5763-900 Owner’s Manual

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Wind Funnel TM

by HOOVER

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index

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

Carton Contents .................................... 3

Cleaner Descriptions ............................ 5

How To Use ........................................ 5-7

Cleaning Tools .................................. 7

Embedded DirtFINDER TM Feature....6

If You Have a Problem .................. 13=14

Clearing Blockages ........................ 14

important Safeguards .......................... 2

Lubrication .......................................... 13

Maintenance

Authorized Service .......................... 13

Cleaning filters .............................. 8-9

Emptying Dirt Cup ............................ 8

Replacing Agitator Brush Roll ...... 11

Replacing Power Hand Tool

Agitator Brush Roll ...................... 12

Replacing Belt ............................ 10-11

Replacing Power Hand Tool Belt ..12

Replacing Edge Groomers ............ 11

Replacing Headlight ........................ 10

Thermal Protector .............................. 13

Warranty .............................................. 14

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atn=ng- [] 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.

• 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 pul! 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.

basic precautions, including the following:

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Thiscleanerwasinspectedandpackagedcarefullybeforebeingshippedfromthefactory.Ifyou shouldhappentoneedassistanceduringassemblyoroperation,call:

Visituson-lineatwww.hoover.com to find the service outlet nearest you (click

on the "Service" button) OR 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of service outlet locations (U.S. only) OR

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

Carton contents

Remove all parts from carton and identify each item shown.

Make sure all parts are located before disposing of packing.

A. Handle section

B. Cleaner body C. Hose, cleaning tools and wands

(packed on cleaner) D. Powered hand tool (some models)

Note: The white switch lock above the ON/OFF switch aids in the assembly of your cleaner, Assembly can be continued if

the switch lock is missing, However, do not remove the switch lock until assembly is completed.

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STEP 1 Attach handle

Remove cardboard (A) and screws from handle section. Discard card-

board.

Slide handle section onto back of handle.

Push screws into holes on back of handle.

Tighten screws securely with a Phillips screwdriver.

Remove powered hand tool (some models) from plastic bag and return it to the tool storage area.

Open tool cover on cleaner body (B).

Remove powered hand tool (some models).

Remove switch lock (C) above ON/ OFF switch (D) by pulling it straight

out. Dispose of switch lock.

If switch lock has come off during assembly, make sure switch is in OFF position (down) before plug- ging into electrical outlet.

Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position.

Cleaner description

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The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing. Model with Powered Hand Tool is shown.

1. Handle

2. ON/OFF switch

3. Tool cover

4. Dusting brush

5. Powered hand tool* or Crevice tool*

(depending on model)

6. Furniture nozzle

7. Dirt cup latch

8. Dirt cup lid

9. Dirt cup

10. Dirt cup handle

11. HEPA cartridge filter

12. Pre-filter

13. Final filter

14. Three position handle

release pedal: step on

lever to lower handle to operating or low positions.

15. Nozzle control knob:

slide knob to correct set- ting for height of carpet

being cleaned.

16. Furniture guard

17. Headlight

18. DirtFINDER TM display

19. Embedded DirtFINDER TM sensi-

tivity switch

20. Edge groomers

21. Hose

22. Hose rack

23. Cord hooks: wrap

cord around hooks for storage. The top hook

can be rotated right or left for easy cord

release.

24. Carrying handle

25. Extension wands

26. Crevice wand*: stores

in rear wand.

*Some models only

Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data

plate on bottom of

cleaner. This cleaner is intended

for household use.

Polarized plug

Toreduce 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.

Transporting cleaner

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

forward.

ON-OFF switch

Plug cord into electrical outlet. Toturn cleaner ON, push switch up. Toturn cleaner OFF, push switch down.

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Carrying cleaner

The cleaner can also be moved by

using the carrying handle.

Handle positions

The handle of your cleaner has three positions; upright for storage and when using cleaning tools; operating posi- tion for general operation on carpet and floors; low for reaching under low furniture. Step on handle release lever

to lower handle.

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Embedded

DirtFINDER TM feature

With red and green lights (A), the DirtFINDER TM system alerts the user to areas of carpet that may need more cleaning attention. It is able to sense when larger amounts of dirt particles,

especially embedded dirt, are removed. To let you know that the DirtFINDER TM

feature is ready, the red light will come on when the cleaner is first turned on.

After a few seconds, the red light will go off and the green light will come on.

Cleaning may then begin.

The green light will remain on through- out cleaning, except when the detector

senses that a larger amount of dirt is being picked up; then the red light will

come on.

When the red light is on, you should take additional cleaning strokes in the

area until it changes to green.

• The red light may seldom come on during cleaning, this means that your cleaner is picking up primarily fine sur-

face dust and lint which the system may not detect, or that the carpet is generally

clean. To increase the feature's sensi- tivity to dirt, set the switch (B) to the

"HI" position.

• At other times, the red light may stay on for a considerable amount of time.

This means that the carpet contains a high level of dirt which is being removed by the cleaner. To decrease the fea-

ture's sensitivity to dirt, set the switch to the "REG." (Regular) position.

Carpet height

adjustment

The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes

place at the nozzle (C).

When it is necessary to raise and lower the

nozzle for various carpet pile heights, slide

the nozzle control knob (D) to the desired

setting.

Handle position

For ease in sliding knob, place handle in the upright position and tilt cleaner

foward (E). The nozzle will not move into the

adjusted position until the cleaner handle is lowered to the operating position (F).

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Settings

For maximum cleaning performance, the following carpet height settings are

recommended.

Lowest setting: for bare floors and all

types of carpet Note: If the cleaner is difficult to push,

slide knob to the next higher setting.

Higher settings: for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired, while maintaining good cleaning performance.

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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) 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.

Edge cleaning

Special edge groomers are provided on both sides of the nozzle to remove dirt in

carpet near baseboards and furniture. Guide either side of nozzle parallel to

edge of carpet or furniture.

Cleaning tools

Tools allow for cleaning surfaces above the floor and for reaching hard to clean

areas.

Handle must be in the upright posi- tion for tool use.

CAUTION: 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.

Stair cleaning

Use the hose and powered hand tool* or furniture nozzle 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.

*some models only

Attach wand and tools

Attach tool or wand to tile hose (G). Attach second wand or tool to wand (H)

by pushing it firmly onto the wand. Twist wand or tool slightly to tighten or

loosen the connection.

How to clean tools

Toclean tile hose and the powered hand tool, wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in a mild detergent. Rinse

with a damp cloth. Do not submerge powered hand tool in water.

Cleaning tools may be washed in warm

water with a detergent. Rinse and air dry

before using.

How to attach tool

cover

The tool cover is designed with a "break- away" feature which allows it to snap free if

it is pushed open too far. Toreattach, align hinges of cover with slots

on sides of tool storage area. Push cover down to secure in place.

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Select proper tool

I. Dusting brush may be used for

carved furniture, table tops, books, lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian blinds, baseboards, shutters, and registers.

J. Furniture nozzle may be used for upholstered furniture, draperies, mat- tresses, clothing, automobile interiors, and carpeted stairs.

K. Powered hand tool* may be used for upholstered furniture, carpeted stairs and hard-to-reach places.

L. Crevice tool* may be used in tight

spaces, corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers, uphol-

stered furniture, stairs and baseboards. M. Crevice wand* can be used in tight

spaces, corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers, uphol-

stered furniture, stairs, and baseboards. It can also be used for extra reach with

the dusting brush and/or extension wand.

N. Wands are used to give extra length to your hose. Use them with any of the above tools.

*some models

Extra reach hose*

Push ON/OFF switch to OFF position. Remove regular hose from cleaner. Align

end of extra reach hose with projections (O) over slots (P) in dirt duct.

Slide hose into (P) and twist hose to lock

it into place. (To detach hose, reverse procedure.) Attach wands or tools to the

other end of hose. *Available at additional cost if not includ-

ed with your cleaner.

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and

care of your cleaner will ensure contin- ued cleaning effectiveness.

Dirt cup

The dirt cup assembly consists of the following parts:

Lid (A) Dirt Cup (B) Pre-filter (C) HEPA Cartridge Filter (D) Dirt Inlet Opening (E)

While the cleaner is in operation, the pre- filter screen will stop larger debris from

entering the HEPA cartridge filter chamber. This larger debris will be seen collecting in the left side of the dirt cup. The HEPA car- tridge filter will collect fine particles that

have passed through the pre-filter screen.

When to empty

Itis recommended that the dirt cup be

emptied before the dirt reaches the dirt inlet opening on back of dirt cup (Fig. 3-1)

or after every use if preferred. CAUTION: Very fine materials, such

as face powder or cornstarch, may seal the filter and cause loss of suc-

tion. When using the cleaner for this type of dust, empty the cup and clean

the filters often.

How to empty

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Do not use cleaner without dirt

cup or filters in place. Push latch (F) to the left to unlock.

Lift cup slightly and pull straight out to remove from cleaner.

Remove lid. Note: It is not necessary to remove the

HEPA cartridge filter to empty the dirt

cup. Tap side of cup until no more dust

particles fall from the HEPA cartridge

filter.

Replace dirt cup lid.

Slide cup straight into cleaner cavity.

Bottom of cup will rest behind grooves

at bottom of cleaner cavity (G).

Push latch (F) to the right to lock in

place.

Filter assembly

The HEPA cartridge filter and pre-filter are essentially self-shedding.

Tapping the side of the dirt cup as described in "How to empty dirt cup" should sufficiently remove dust and fine particles from the HEPA cartridge filter and pre-filter.

The filter assembly can also be removed for additional cleaning.

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How to clean filter assembly

Remove dirt cup and dirt cup lid as described in "How to empty dirt cup."

Grasp pre-filter frame and pull up firmly. Slide filter assembly out of cup.

GraspendofHEPAcartridgefilterand pullitawayfrompre-filter.Remove

cartridgefromassembly. Thepre-filter(C)canbecleanedwitha

brushandthenrinsedwithwater.Allow pre-filtertodrythoroughly.

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It is recommended that the HEPA cartridge filter be cleaned by tapping

either of the ends. DO NOT tap soft pleated sides of HEPA cartridge filter as this could damage the filter.

Tap filter until no more dust particles fall from the filter.

DO NOT rinse HEPA cartridge filter

with water.

To re-assemble filter assembly, place

large knob of HEPA cartridge filter in hole on bottom of pre-filter.

Snap top of HEPA cartridge filter into

place.

Align grooves (H) on pre-filter frame with

grooves (I)in dirt cup.

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Slide filter assembly down into cup until a light snap is felt. Gently pull up on

assembly to ensure that it is seated properly in the cup. Ensure that no part of pre-filter screen extends above top

edge of dirt cup.

Replace lid and return cup to cleaner

(Fig. 3-4).

Secondary and final filters

Cleaning secondary filter

Disconnect cleaner from electrical

outlet.

The secondary filter (J), located behind the grill in the bottom of cleaner cavity,

protects the motor from dirt particles.

If the filter becomes dirty, remove dirt cup (Fig. 3-2). Remove screw and pull grill out. Lift out filter.

Hand wash filter in cold water with mild detergent, then air dry.

Reposition dry filter, grill and screw.

Replace dirt cup. Should you want to replace this filter, ask

for HOOVER part No. 38762008.

Cleaning final filter

The final filter assists in the filtration

process to return clean air to the room.

To remove this filter when it becomes

dirty, open the door on the side of the cleaner.

Lift out filter (K) and hand wash it in cold

water with mild detergent.

Let filter air dry and reposition it on the

side of cleaner. Make sure the white side of the filter faces outward. Close door.

Should you want to replace this filter, ask for HOOVER part No. 40110006.

Do not operate cleaner without any of

the filters in place.

Reattaching filter door

The filter door is designed with a "break- away" feature which allows it to snap free if it is pushed open too far.

To reattach, align hinges (L) of cover with slots on sides of filter area.

Press door back into place.

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Check agitator shield

Because your cleaner picks up so well, we strongly recommend you check for debris accumulation under the agitator shield each time you clean the filters.

Removing debris under the shield will help maintain your cleaner's excellent pick up and suction. Remove debris as

follows:

1. Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

2. Check for dirt accumulation by removing bottom plate (Fig. 3-17), removing agitator (Fig. 3-18), and lifting agitator shield (Fig. 3-20).

3. Remove any debris and replace shield, agitator and bottom plate (Figs. 3-20 to 3-22).

Headlight replacement

What to buy

This cleaner uses a 12 volt, wedge base type 912 bulb, HOOVER part No.

27313101.

Removing lens

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

Using a screwdriver, remove tile two screws as shown and lift off lens.

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 bottom plate 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 bottom plate as shown in "How to replace." 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. 38528033.

Replacing lens

Reposition lens and secure with the two

screws.

How to replace

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

Place handle in low position and turn cleaner over so bottom side is up.

Remove the 4 screws as shown with a Phillips screw driver.

Lift off bottom plate (A).

Removing belt

Remove agitator brush roll and used belt.

Discard used belt.

Installing new belt

With lettering on outside of belt and

positioned as shown in box on (D), slide new belt over motor pulley (B).

Replacing bottom plate

Reposition bottom plate and 4 Phillips head screws. Tighten screws securely,

Replacing agitator brush roll

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

Should the agitator shield (D) become

dislodged while replacing the belt or the

agitator, reposition it as shown noting the

placement of its belt guide (E).

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When to replace

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

To check condition of brushes, discon- nect cleaner from electrical outlet. 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,

Securing agitator

Grasp agitator firmly and fit it into posi- tion by first sliding end opposite tile belt

intotile rectangular slot (F) on side of cleaner.

Pull other side of agitator (G) into place. Turn agitator making sure belt is not

pinched between agitator and agitator shield.

How to replace

Disconnect cleaner from electrical

outlet. Remove bottom plate, belt and agitator

following directions in "The belt" section beginning with Fig. 3-17.

Discard old agitator. Continue following the directions in "The

belt" section to reposition belt, new agitator and bottom plate.

The edge groomers

When to replace

The edge groomers, located on both sides of the nozzle, should be replaced when they appear worn.

What to buy

When purchasing edge groomers, ask

for HOOVER part No. 39511004.

How to replace

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

Remove bottom plate as described in "The belt" section (Fig. 3-17).

Installing groomers

Lift off both old edge groomers and slide

new edge groomers into position as shown.

Reposition bottom plate and secure with

4 Phillips head screws.

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