Troubleshooting - Hoover UH20020W Owner's Manual

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the
checklist below.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before cleaning or servicing.
PROBLEM
Cleaner won't run Power cord not firmly plugged
The Performance
Indicator is red or
the cleaner won't
pick up or low
suction
Dust escaping
from cleaner

4. TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING
!
POSSIBLE CAUSE
into outlet.
Blown fuse or tripped breaker.
Needs service.
Thermal protector activated.
Dirt cup not installed
correctly.
Dirt cup full.
Brushroll worn.
Broken or worn belt.
Clogged filter.
Nozzle/brushroll clogged.
Hose clogged.
Dirt cup full.
Dirt cup not installed
correctly.
Hose not installed correctly.
Filter not installed completely.
!
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Plug unit in firmly.
Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace fuse/
reset breaker in home.
Take to service center. To find nearest location,
visit our website at www.hoover.com or call
1-800-944-9200.
Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes (this will
reset the thermal protector).
Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
Empty dirt cup.
Replace brushroll.
Replace belt.
Remove filter and clean
Check nozzle/brushroll; remove obstruction/clog.
Remove hose; remove clog.
Empty dirt cup.
Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
Review hose installation.
Review filter removal and replacement.
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