Vacuum Features; Removing Hose; Stair Cleaning - Hoover TASKVAC H-8580 Quick Start Manual

CARPET HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. To adjust height setting, push down and turn knob to
desired setting. (See Figure 7)
2. For maximum cleaning performance, the following
carpet height settings are recommended:
• LO is for all types of carpet and bare floors.
• HI is for very deep pile carpet, where easier pushing
effort is desired, while maintaining good cleaning
performance.
IMPORTANT! If the vacuum is difficult to push,
push down and turn knob to the next higher
setting.
Tools allow for cleaning surfaces above the floor and for
reaching hard to clean areas.
The vacuum is ready for tool use when handle is in
upright position.
IMPORTANT! Brushroll continues to turn while
product is turned on and handle is in upright
position. To avoid damage to carpet, rugs,
furniture and flooring, avoid tipping cleaner
or setting it on furniture, fringed area rugs, or
carpeted stairs during tool use.
SELECT PROPER TOOL
1. Upholstery tool cleans upholstered furniture,
draperies, mattresses, clothing and carpeted stairs.
2. Wand gives extra length to hose. Use it with other
tools.
3. Crevice tool fits into tight spaces, corners and
along edges in such places as dresser drawers,
upholstered furniture,
stairs and baseboards.

REMOVING HOSE

1. To remove hose for tool
use, press the hose
release button and pull
hose end out.
(See Figure 8)
2. To lock back into place,
push hose into hose tube
until it clicks.
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VACUUM FEATURES

Hose
Release
Button
Figure 8
Figure 7
Knob
ATTACH WAND AND TOOLS
1. To attach tool or wand
to hose, push firmly into
place. (See Figure 9)
HOW TO CLEAN TOOLS
To clean hose, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not
submerge in water.
Other cleaning tools may be washed in warm water with
a detergent. Rinse and air dry completely before using.

STAIR CLEANING

1. Lift vacuum by stair
cleaning handle and
position on stairs. Clean
forward to back. Never
leave the vacuum
standing on stairs when
not cleaning.
(See Figure 10)
CAUTION! Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage and
to prevent the cleaner from falling, always
place cleaner at bottom of stairs on floor. Do
not leave on stairs or furniture unattended, as it
may result in injury or damage.
Figure 9
Figure 10
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