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WindTunnel
by
HOOVER
Review this
manual before
operating cleaner
Index
Assembling Cleaner......................... 2-4
Cleaner Descriptions ...........................4
Cleaning Tools ................................7
Upright Cleaner........................... 5-6
If You Have a Problem ........................13
Important Safeguards..........................1
Lubrication..........................................13
Authorised Service .......................13
Cleaning Filters.............................10
Clearing Blockages ......................12
Optional Cloth Filter Bag ...............9
Replacing Agitator........................12
Replacing Belt...............................11
Replacing Headlight .....................10
Thermal Protector ..............................12
Unpacking Cleaner...............................2
© 1997 The Hoover Company
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IMPORTANT
Electricity Supply
The cleaner must be connected to an alternating current (AC) supply at the
voltage shown on the rating plate.
IMPORTANT
Switch off and remove power plug from electrical outlet socket before
inspecting or servicing cleaner.

Important Safeguards!

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
Warning:
• 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 liquids such as gasoline or use
in areas where they may be present.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the
Feature .....5
cleaner and the bag.
• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose.
• Do not use without dust bag or filters in place. Change bag 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 Service Centre or Authorised Hoover Service Dealer.
• 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.
Save these instructions!
Owner's Manual
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking Cleaner.......2 Hoover Service Centre or Authorised Hoover Service Dealer. • 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. Save these instructions! © 1997 The Hoover Company...
  • Page 2: Assembling Cleaner

    Your cleaner is model___________________________________ and has serial number___________________________________ It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner’s manual. Verifica- tion of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your HOOVER product.
  • Page 3 STEP II Attach rack and handle Attach hose rack to handle Align hole on rack with circular Open tool cover on handle section by fitting hooks (B) on section (A). tab on handle. rack over slots (C) on handle section. Remove bag door on cleaner While holding rack in place, Push bolts into holes on back of...
  • Page 4: Cleaner Descriptions

    NOTE: Hose must be connected as shown for all STEP III Attach hose operations. Align end of hose with projec- Slide hose into (B) and twist Position hose over rack and into tions (A) over slots (B) in dirt hose to lock it into place. hose tube (C) or (D) (depend- duct.
  • Page 5: How To Use

    How to use 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.
  • Page 6: Cleaning Lightweight Flexible Rugs

    HARD LONG PILE FLOOR CARPET Carpet height For maximum cleaning perfor- For ease in sliding knob, the handle mance, the following carpet height should be in the upright position adjustment settings are recommended: (C). The cleaning of carpet and rugs •...
  • Page 7: Cleaning Tools

    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: Agitator continues to rotate while cleaner handle is in upright position.
  • Page 8: Replacing Paper Filter Bag

    If peak performance, it is imperative that more dirt than this accumulates, your you use only genuine HOOVER filter bags cleaner will not operate effectively. made by The Hoover Company. HOOVER bags can be identified by these Note: All new carpet has loose fibers trademarks —...
  • Page 9: Optional Cloth Filter Bag

    (B). Push (A) bag cap (C). Press top of door to snap securely shut. firmly onto (B). Fit bottom of filter bag into bag compartment. Should you want to replace the cloth filter bag, ask for Hoover part No. 43667-050.
  • Page 10: Cleaning Filters

    Reposition dry filter and grill. following: Should you want to replace this filter, ask • 1 layer - HOOVER part No. 38766011 for HOOVER part No. 38765019. • 3 layer - HOOVER part No. 38766009 Do not operate cleaner without either the secondary or final filter in place.
  • Page 11: Replacing Belt

    The belt 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 is in good condition.
  • Page 12: Clearing Blockages

    If there is suction, continue with step 3. 13” - HOOVER part No. 48414057 b. If there is no suction, check for 15” - HOOVER part No. 48414017 blockage in hose and dirt tube as...
  • Page 13: If You Have A Problem

    (this will reset the thermal protector) Hoover dealer. Replacement spare parts, cloth bags, belts, brushes, etc. Problem: Cleaner / tools won't pick up can be readily supplied by your Hoover Possible Cause dealer. Always quote your cleaner model Possible Solution number when ordering spare parts.
  • Page 14 6-98 U5433/-65-906 Litho USA 56511-A51...

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