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Hoover DIAL-A-MATIC 1170 Instructions Manual
Hoover DIAL-A-MATIC 1170 Instructions Manual

Hoover DIAL-A-MATIC 1170 Instructions Manual

Hoover company dial-a-matic cleaner with automatic power drive manual 1170

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Summary of Contents for Hoover DIAL-A-MATIC 1170

  • Page 1 Instructions for your DIAL-A-MATIC CLEANER WITH AUTOMATIC POWER DRIVE Model 1170...
  • Page 2 (for reaching under low furniture). The handle can be lowered by stepping on the pedal at the left rear of cleaner. The handle should always be in storage position when cleaning tools are used. F$sq , f &&$$ Storage, operating @ The Hoover Company 1969...
  • Page 3 (disengage drive) accord- ing to the following instructions: TO TRANSPORT Your Hoover Power Drive Cleaner can be transportel by two (2) methods: 1. Use the convenient carrying handle for carrying your cleaner up and down stairs or when lifting the cleaner from one surface to another.
  • Page 4 THIS IS THE “HEART” OF YOUR NEW HOOVER POWER DRIVE CLEANER Your new Hoover Power Drive is the most powerful upright cleaner ever built. To handle the wide range of pile depth of modern carpets and rugs, two (2) adjustment features have been provided.
  • Page 5 E CLEANING TOOLS (See Page 4 for setting Suction Control Dial when using tools). 1. TUFFLEX HOSE Double vinyl reinforced with nylon mesh for long, trouble-free life. The light flexible hose has a vinyl tab, so it can be hung on the cleaner or on a hook in a closet.
  • Page 6: Helpful Hints

    HELPFUL HINTS Don’t Pick Up Tacks Your cleaner is powerful. It can pick up tacks, pins, paper clips, etc. How- ever, hard sharp objects should not be picked up by the cleaner. They may clog or damage the hose and the throw-away bag. Take Care of The Cord Wind it loosely, on the cover latch and knob on Suction Control Dial,...
  • Page 7 NOTE: ALWAYS DISCONNECT CORD FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE REPLACING PARTS. THE THROW-AWAY BAG It is imperative that you use only genuine Hoover Throw-A way Bags mcide by The Hoover Company. Genuine Hoover Bags can be identified by the Hoover Medallion. These bags are made...
  • Page 8 THE BELTS There are two belts on your Hoover cleaner. The belts control the speed of the agitator and the power drive pulley and are important for the efficient operation of your cleaner. Because of this, when buying new belts, you should always insist on genuine Hoover belts.
  • Page 9 ;, ” LOCATOR THE BRUSHES When brushes a&worn and bristles do not touch the edge of a card held across the nozzle, they should be replaced. Always replace both brushes at the same time to maintain cleaning efficiency. To Replace Brushes. Remove bottom plate, belt and agitator following directions given on Page 8.
  • Page 10 ELECTRIC KNIVES HANDMIXER AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC CANOPENER- TOASTERS FRY PANS KNIFE SHARPENER STAINLESS STEEL PROFESSIONAL-TYPE BLENDERS COFFEEPOT UAlD nDVCD...
  • Page 11 HANDIVAC SHAMPOO- PORTABLE FLOOR-A-MATIC RUG DIAL-A-MATIC CLEANER POLISHERS &FLOORCONDlTlONER CLEANERS CLEANERS AUTOMATlCWASHERShDRYERS SPIN-DRYING WASHERS...
  • Page 12 The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated periodically. This should be done by The Hoover Factory Service Sta- tion, or the Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer, as listed on the white insert. THE HOOVER COMPANY, NORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720 R2 11-69 LITHO IN U.S.A.