Hoover UH20020RM Owner's Manual
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Operating and Servicing Instructions
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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.
Questions or concerns? For assistance, please call Customer Service at 1-800-944-9200
Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.
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Remanufactured
Part # 59881333
Important Safeguards ..............................................................................................3
Cleaner Asembly ...................................................................................................... 5
Carton Contents .................................................................................................. 5
How To Use ...............................................................................................................6
Cleaner Descriptions ...........................................................................................6
Cord Release ......................................................................................................6
On/Off Pedal .......................................................................................................6
Handle Release ...................................................................................................7
Floor/Carpet Cleaning .........................................................................................7
Suction Only Mode ..............................................................................................7
Carry Handle ...................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning Tools .....................................................................................................8
Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 9
Dirt Cup ............................................................................................................... 9
Filters ..................................................................................................................10
Umbrella Tube ..................................................................................................... 10
Belt And Brushroll ................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 12
Service.......................................................................................................................13
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CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate vacuum only at voltage specified on data label on bottom of cleaner.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning or servicing.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under.
Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury or damage,
keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other
objects into any openings.
•
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments and products.
• 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 service
center prior to continuing use.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run appliance
over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to
prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs on floor.
Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or fine
wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Do not use without filters and/or dirt cup in place.
• WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may cause damage.
• Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.
WARNING:
• 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 electrican to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
ATTACH HOSE
B
1.4
1.4 Align end of hose
with projection in dirt
duct on back of handle.
Slide hose into (B) and
twist hose to lock it into
place.
1.5 Position hose over
rack and into hose
tube (C).
C
1.5
IMPORTANT
Hose must be connected as shown for all operations.
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Actual model may vary from images shown.
1.1 Remove all parts from carton and identify
each item shown. Make sure all parts are
located before disposing of packing.
A. Handle/Wand
B. Crevice T ool (Attached to wand)
C. Cleaner Body
D. Dirt Cup
E. Dusting Brush
A
C
1.1
B
D
1.2 Insert handle into
body of cleaner. Push
down until handle locks
into place.
1.3 Press handle
release button (A) to
remove.
1.2
ATTACH HANDLE
1. CLEANER ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
1.3
A
1.6 Place bottom of
dirt cup into vacuum
body first.
Pivot cup into vacuum.
Dirt cup is secure when
you hear a click.
ATTACH DIRT
CUP
1.6
E
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2
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2. HOW TO USE
CLEANER DESCRIPTION
2.1
*Accessories not included with your model may be purchased
separately by visiting www.hoover.com, or your local HOOVER®
service center.
2.2
2.2 Turn the Quick Cord
Release for easy cord
removal. Store cord
in cord guide to keep
out of the way while
vacuuming.
For convienient
storage, wrap cord
around cord hooks.
Attach the plug end
to cord.
CORD
RELEASE/
STORAGE
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Actual model may vary from images shown.
STORE TOOLS
1.6
E
D
1.7
1.6 Snap dusting brush
(D) into storage area on
side of cleaner.
1.7 Crevice tool is
permanently attached to
end of handle/wand and
inserted into cleaner
body for storage.
2.3
2.3 Plug cord into
electrical outlet. Turn
cleaner on by
depressing foot pedal
located on the back left
side of the cleaner.
ON/OFF PEDAL
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1. Handle Grip
2. Stretch Hose
3. Dusting Brush
4. Dirt Cup Release Button
5. Umbrella Tube (inside Dirt Cup)
6. Dirt Cup
7. Filters
8. Nozzle
9. Bumper
10. Performance Indicator
1 1. Crevice Tool (Attached to
handle and stored in cleaner)
12. Hose Clip
13. Quick Release Cord Hook
14. Power Cord
15. Wheels
16. On/Off Pedal
17. Suction Control Pedal
2
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Actual model may vary from images shown.
2.4 Pull back handle to
tilt back. Press on the
front of nozzle if
needed.
HANDLE RELEASE
2.4
2.5 Move the handle
and adjust it to the
desired position for
operating the cleaner,
and lowering handle to
clean under furniture.
FLOOR/CARPET
CLEANING
2.5
2.7 Use the carry handle
to move the cleaner
from room to room.
CARRY HANDLE
2.7
2.6 For optimal cleaning
performance on bare
floors, brushroll should
be turned off.
The vacuum is shipped
with the brushroll in the
ON position. To turn
brushroll OFF for
Suction Only Mode,
step on pedal (A).
2.6
SUCTION ONLY
MODE
A
A
2.8 When using cleaning tools, cleaner handle
should be in the upright position to activate the
automatic “brushroll OFF” and for convenience in
moving the cleaner from one area to another.
Turn cleaner OFF before disconnecting and
connecting hose to hose tube (A).
To use hose, lift hose end as shown.
2.8
CLEANING TOOLS
A. Dusting brush may be used for carved furniture,
table tops, books, lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian
blinds, baseboards, shutters, and registers.
B. Crevice tool (located on bottom of handle/wand)
may be used in tight spaces, corners and along
edges in such places as dresser drawers,
upholstered furniture, stairs and baseboards.
C. Handle/Wand is used to give extra length to your
hose. Can also be used with dusting brush.
B
C
A
2.9
SELECT PROPER TOOL
(T ools may vary per model)
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Actual model may vary from images shown.
ATTACH WAND AND TOOLS
2.10 Remove the hose from hose caddy.
Connect tools to end of hose or use hose alone.
To use handle wand, first remove handle from
cleaner body pressing the handle release button
(see Fig. 1.3). Attach hose to top of handle.
Use crevice tool attached or place Upholstery tool
over crevice tool to clean.
2.10
STAIR CLEANING
CAUTION
! !
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To
avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent
the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner
at bottom of stairs or on floor. Do not place
cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in
injury or damage.
2.1 1 Use the hose or crevice tool for stair cleaning.
With handle in upright position, clean from bottom
to top.
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