Hoover Cordless Hand Vac LiNX Owner's Manual

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V A C À M A I N DE MANO
OWNER'S MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATION • MANUAL DEL USUARIO
Operating and Servicing Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully before using your HOOVER ® Hand Vac.
Instructions d'Utilisation et d'Entretien
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Instrucciones de Funcionamiento y Mantenimiento
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All Rights Reserved. Tous droits réservés. Todos los derechos reservados. #1113384000 R2. 10/08
THIS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
CLEANER ASSEMBLY MAY INCLUDE SMALL PARTS. SMALL PARTS CAN
PRESENT A CHOKING HAZARD.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• SEE SEPARATE MANUAL PERTAINING TO BATTERY AND CHARGING
OPERATION.
• DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM CLEANER UNATTENDED.
• WARNING: FULLY ASSEMBLE VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING.
• WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
WASH HANDS AFTER USING.
WARNING :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Do not use the unit, store, or charge battery outdoors or on wet surfaces. Do not allow to get wet.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum or charger is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a service center for inspection. Call the Exclusive Hoover Platinum Collection™ Member
Services Line 1.877.MYPLTNM (1.877.697.5866) Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm EST (USA & Canada) or
visit www.hoover.com for the nearest service center.
• Do not pull or carry by charger cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug charger by pulling on cord. To unplug charger, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle charger (including charger plug and terminals), battery, or appliance with wet hands.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without filter and dirt cup in place.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If any liquid gets on the
skin wash quickly with soap and water. If any liquid gets into the eyes,do not rub eyes,
immediately flush them with clean water continuously for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek
medical attention immediately.
• Use only the charger (Hoover Part# BH50005) supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
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• Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping
accidents.
• Use only battery (Hoover ® Part # BH50000) supplied by manufacturer to operate this product.
• Always turn off and remove battery before connecting or disconnecting optional motorized
power brush, or before servicing.
• Do not dispose of battery in a fire or trash compactor. See battery disposal section at end of
this manual for directions.
• 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.
• Do not incinerate the charger, battery, or appliance even if it is severely damaged. The
batteries can explode in a fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. FEATURES
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1.1
FRONT DIRT CUP
1. Combination Crevice/Brush Tool 5. Dirt Cup
2. Fuel Gauge 6. Pre-Screen
3. On/Off Switch (0=OFF, I=ON) 7. Filter (inside pre-screen)
4. Battery
5. Dirt Cup
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If you need assistance:
hoover.com
Visit our website at . Click on the "Customer Service" link to find the service outlet nearest you OR Call
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1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral to authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) OR Call the Exclusive Hoover
Platinum Collection™ Member Services Line 1.877.MYPLTNM (1.877.697.5866)
in French or Spanish, call 1.800.263.6376 , Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST. www.hoover.com.
2. HOW TO OPERATE
Charge Battery Insert Battery
2.1
2.2
Charge battery fully before
Insert charged battery into
first use.
battery cavity until latch is
locked into place.
NOTE: See battery and
charging manual for battery
NOTE: Be sure to turn switch
charging instructions. Use
to off position marked "O".
only manufacturer's supplied
or recommended battery
and charger.
Remove Battery
Attachments
2.5
2.4
To remove and charge battery, CREVICE TOOL
pull on release lever located
Push crevice tool forward to
on end of battery and pull out
release.
gently.
2.7
Lock crevice tool into nozzle.
3. MAINTENANCE
Dirt Cup & Filter Removal & Replacement
IMPORTANT: For best results, clean after each use.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE: Each time the dirt cup is emptied, the filter should be cleaned
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(Filter will be discolored after use. This will not affect the filter's performance.)
Removal
3.1
3.2
Grip dirt cup and twist off in
Pull pre-screen from dirt cup.
direction indicated on hand
vac until unlock symbol is
aligned with mark.
3.5
3.4
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To remove debris from pre-
screen, gently tap over trash
can.
For filter replacement, please call 1-877-697-5866 or visit our website at www.hoover.com to locate
a dealer nearest you. Filter service part #902185003.
Replacement
3.6
3.7
Micro-layer side
Replace filter in pre-screen Replace filter and pre-screen
with micro-layer side facing in dirt cup.
, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST. For assistance
out.
4. BATTERY FUEL GAUGE, DISPOSAL & SERVICE
Battery Fuel Gauge: Battery Capacity Indicator Information
ON/OFF Switch
All three LEDS will momentarily light when the product's power switch is turned on. Then the Battery Fuel Gauge
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will indicate the pack's remaining capacity as noted below. NOTE: Unit and lights will turn off when battery is fully
discharged.
3 LEDs lit Remaining battery capacity > 75%
2 LEDs lit Remaining battery capacity > 50%
1 LED lit Remaining battery capacity > 25%
1 LED blinking Remaining battery capacity < 25%
Battery Disposal
To turn vacuum on, roll switch
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR
forward to position marked "I".
EXPOSURE TO TOXIC MATERIAL
CAUTION:
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn
if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above manufacturer's maximum temperature
limit (60˚C/140˚F), or incinerate. Replace battery with HOOVER
BH50000 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble
2.6 and do not dispose of in fire.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from
the battery terminals. The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or
injury may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape
to prevent shorting.
Lithium-ion Batteries
Pivot up crevice tool.
The battery must be collected, recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner. The EPA certified
RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery indicates Techtronic Industries, a corporate
affiliate of Hoover, Inc., is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries
at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program
provides a convenient alternative to placing used Li-ion batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream,
2.8 which may be illegal in your area.
Please visit www.rbrc.org/call2recycle/ for information on Li-ion battery recycling and disposal bans/
restrictions in your area. Hoover, Inc., involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our natural resources.
Service
ANY SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN
AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
BRUSH TOOL
Call The Exclusive Hoover Platinum Collection™ Member Services Line 1.877.
Pull brushes forward.
MYPLTNM (1.877.697.5866) USA & Canada Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST.
Reverse steps 1-3 to store
In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authorized HOOVER
crevice or brush tool.
or visit www.hoover.com. Costs of any transportation to and from any place of repair are to be paid by
the owner. The service parts used in this unit are easily replaced and readily available from an authorized
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HOOVER Dealer or retailer. Always identify your product by the model number and manufacturing code
when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bottom
of the product.)
5. TROUBLESHOOTING & SERVICE
If a minor problem develops, it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is identified by using
the checklist below.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON
Product does not 1. Battery is not in product.
turn on
2. Battery is not inserted properly.
3. Battery is not charged.
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4. Battery is too hot.
5. Internal component damage.
Product turns off 1. Battery is fully discharged.
2. Battery is too hot.
Empty dirt cup over trash can
to remove debris.
Product does not 1. Internal component damage.
pick up
Pull out filter and brush or 2. Dirt cup may be full.
wash clean with cold water. 3. Filter may be dirty.
4. Pre-screen may be dirty.
WARNING: Always dry for
24 hours before replacing.
WARNING: Do not use
Special SIX Year Limited Warranty for Hoover
detergent or hot water to
(Domestic Use)
clean.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner's Manual, your Hoover
product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for a full six years from date of purchase (the "Warranty
period"). During the Warranty Period, Hoover ® will provide labor and parts, at no cost to you, to correct any such defect in products
purchased in the United States, U.S. Military Exchange and Canada.
HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM
If this product is not as warranted, take or send the product to either a Hoover
Warranty Service Dealer along with proof of purchase. For an automated referral to authorized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone:
1.800.944.9200 OR visit Hoover ® online at www.hoover.com. For additional assistance or information concerning this warranty or the
availability of warranty service outlets, phone The Exclusive Hoover Platinum Collection™ Member Services Line, Phone 1.877.697.5866,
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST. In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, 100 Strowger Blvd. Brockville, ONT K6B 5J9, Phone: 1.877.697.5866,
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST. For assistance in French or Spanish, call 1.800.263.6376, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
This Warranty does not cover battery, charger, or filter. This Warranty does not cover: use of the product in a commercial operation (such
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as maid, janitorial and equipment rental services), improper maintenance of the product, damage due to misuse, acts of God, nature,
vandalism or other acts beyond the control of Hoover ® , owner's acts or omissions, use outside the country in which the product was
initially purchased and resales of the product by the original owner. This warranty does not cover pick up, delivery, transportation or house
calls. However, if you mail your product to a Hoover ® Sales and Service Center for warranty service, cost of shipping will be paid one
way. NOTE: See Battery and Charger manual for warranty information on these products.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside the United States, including its territories and possessions, a U.S. Military
Exchange and Canada.
OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS
This Warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned. This Warranty shall be governed and construed under the laws of the state of
Ohio. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement or repair performed under this Warranty.
Replace dirt cup by twisting
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL HOOVER
on in direction indicated on
BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTIAL OR CONSENQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE TO
hand vac until lock symbol is
OWNER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH OWNER, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR STRICT
aligned with mark. PRODUCTS LIABLILTY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion of consequential
damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have others that vary
from state to state.
FRANÇAIS
CET ASPIRATEUR A ÉTÉ CONÇU POUR USAGE DOMESTIQUE SEULEMENT.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
AVERTISSEMENT :
L'ASSEMBLAGE DE L'APPAREIL COMPREND DES PETITES PIÈCES. CES
DERNIÈRES PRÉSENTENT UN DANGER D'ÉTOUFFEMENT.
Pendant l'utilisation d'un appareil électrique, toujours prendre des précautions
élémentaires, notamment :
• LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D'UTILISER CET APPAREIL.
• TOUJOURS SUIVRE CES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ.
• POUR CONNAÎTRE LES INSTRUCTIONS RELATIVES À LA CHARGE DE LA
PILE, CONSULTER LE GUIDE D'UTILISATION DE LA PILE ET DU CHARGEUR
(GUIDE SÉPARÉ).
• NE PAS LAISSER L'ASPIRATEUR SANS SURVEILLANCE.
• AVERTISSEMENT : ASSEMBLER ENTIÈREMENT L'ASPIRATEUR AVANT DE
L'UTILISER.
• MISE EN GARDE : CE PRODUIT CONTIENT DES SUBSTANCES CHIMIQUES
RECONNUES PAR L'ÉTAT DE LA CALIFORNIE COMME CAUSANT LE CANCER,
DES ANOMALIES CONGÉNITALES OU DES PROBLÈMES DE REPRODUCTION.
battery Part #
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SE LAVER LES MAINS APRÈS AVOIR UTILISÉ LE PRODUIT.
AVERTISSEMENT :
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE, DE
CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE OU DE BLESSURES :
• Ne pas utiliser l'appareil, ranger le chargeur ou recharger la pile à l'extérieur ou sur une surface
mouillée. Garder au sec.
• Ne pas permettre que l'appareil soit utilisé comme un jouet. Être particulièrement vigilant lorsque
l'appareil est utilisé par des enfants ou à proximité d'enfants.
• Utiliser cet appareil uniquement de la façon décrite dans ce guide. Utiliser uniquement les
accessoires recommandés par le fabriquant.
• Ne pas utiliser le chargeur si la fiche ou le cordon sont endommagés. Si l'aspirateur ou le
chargeur fonctionne mal, s'il est tombé ou a été endommagé ou laissé à l'extérieur, ou s'il est
tombé dans l'eau, il doit être apporté à un Centre de service pour y être inspecté. Veuillez appeler
le Service exclusif d'assistance téléphonique aux membres de la gamme Platinum Collection
1 877 MYPLTNM (1 877 697-5866), du lundi au vendredi de 8 h à 17 h (HNE, aux États-Unis et au
Canada) ou visiter le www.hoover.com pour connaître le centre de service le plus proche.
• Ne pas tirer sur le cordon du chargeur ni utiliser le cordon du chargeur pour transporter l'appareil,
utiliser le cordon comme une poignée, fermer une porte sur le cordon ou tirer le cordon autour de
coins ou d'arêtes vives. Ne pas faire passer l'appareil sur le cordon. Garder le cordon éloigné de
toute surface chauffée.
• Ne pas tirer sur le cordon pour débrancher le chargeur. Saisir la fiche et non le cordon pour
débrancher le chargeur.
• Ne pas manipuler le chargeur (y compris la fiche et les bornes), la pile ou l'appareil avec les
mains mouillées.
• Garder les cheveux, les vêtements amples, les doigts et toute autre partie du corps à bonne
distance des ouvertures et des pièces mobiles de l'appareil.
• Ne pas utiliser l'aspirateur pour ramasser toute matière qui dégage de la fumée ou qui brûle,
comme des cigarettes, des allumettes ou des cendres chaudes.
• Ne pas utiliser l'aspirateur sans filtre et vide-poussière.
• Faire preuve d'une grande prudence pendant le nettoyage d'escaliers.
• Ne pas utiliser l'appareil pour ramasser des liquides inflammables ou combustibles comme de
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l'essence, ni dans des endroits où de telles matières peuvent être présentes.
• Les piles peuvent fuir si elles sont soumises à des conditions extrêmes. Si le liquide touche
la peau, la laver rapidement avec de l'eau et du savon. S'il y a contact avec les yeux, ne pas
se frotter les yeux, mais les rincer immédiatement sous l'eau courante pendant au moins 15
minutes et consulter immédiatement un médecin.
• N'utiliser que le chargeur (no de pièce Hoover
recharger la pile.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Insert battery into product.
2. Make sure battery is fully seated in battery cavity.
3. Remove and charge battery or replace with second
charged battery.
4. Remove battery and let cool for 30 minutes, replace
battery and retry or replace with second charged
battery.
5. Call for service: Exclusive Hoover Platinum
Collection™ Member Services Line 1.877.MYPLTNM
(1.877.697.5866).
1. Remove and charge battery or replace with second
charged battery.
2. Remove battery and let cool for 30 minutes, replace
battery and retry or replace with second charged
battery.
1. Call for service: Exclusive Hoover Platinum
Collection™ Member Services Line 1.877.MYPLTNM
(1.877.697.5866).
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Clean and/or wash filter.
4. Remove, clean and replace.
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