Thermal Cut-Off And Problem Solving - Eureka AS1040 series Owner's Manual

This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum suddenly shuts off, proceed as follows:
1) Push the power switch to off and unplug the vacuum.
2) Check the vacuum for a possible source of overheating such as a full dust cup, blocked hose or clogged filter. If these conditions are found, fix them
and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum.
3) After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in and turn on the switch. If the vacuum still does not work, call the Eureka customer service helpline.
Problem
Motor will not start.
Vacuum does not clean
carpet or bare floor.
No suction at the
end of hose.
Turbo nozzle will not turn
(on some models).
Vacuum is hard
to push.
Burning smell; brush roll
will not turn.
Cord will not rewind fully.
6 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886
Problem solving
Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged.
N O T I C E : Thermal cut-off
Cause
Power plug
Power switch
Thermal cut-off
Dust cup and filter
Air path selector
Belt
Hose
Bare floor setting
Carpet height setting
Dust cup and filter
Air path selector
Hose
Rotating brush
Vacuum height setting
Belt
Belt
Cord tangles
• Push plug securely into outlet, try another outlet or
check circuit breaker.
• Step on power switch to turn vacuum on.
• See detailed "thermal cut-off" instructions above.
• Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filter.
• Clean or replace filters regularly to maintain suction. Page 2
• If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance
tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the filter and screen.
Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure filter, screen and dust cup
are installed properly.
• Turn selector knob to 'floors.'
• Replace a worn, cut or out of shape belt. Page 4
• Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose
is replaced into hose retainer. Page 4
• For bare floor cleaning, turn height adjustment knob to
bare floor position.
• Turn height adjustment knob to another position.
• Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filter.
• Clean or replace filters regularly to maintain suction. Page 2
• If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance
tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the filter and screen.
Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure filter, screen and dust cup
are installed properly.
• Turn selector knob to 'tools.'
• Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose
is replaced into hose retainer. Page 4
• Check turbo nozzle for debris. Page 5
• If no suction at end of hose, turn selector knob to 'tools.'
• Adjust knob to a higher position.
• Replace a worn, cut or out of shape belt. Page 4
• Check brush roll for debris. Page 4
• Replace broken or out of shape belt. Page 4
• Pull out entire cord removing any kinks, and push button to rewind
completely.
Solution
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