Important Information; Accessories; Before Calling Hoover Checklist/Removing A Blockage - Hoover OCTOPUS User Instructions

ACCESSORIES

Please see model specification for inclusion of accessories to individual models. However all acces-
sories can be purchased separately from Hoover.
Turbo Nozzle - Turbo Nozzle - Use the turbo nozzle for deep cleaning on carpets. IMPORTANT: -
Do not use the turbo nozzle on rugs with long fringes, animal hide and over carpet tiles with a depth
exceeding 15mm. Do not keep the nozzle stationary while the brush is rotating.
Part No J17 - 04845030 (Picture 21)
Caresse Nozzle - Use over wooden and all delicate floors to avoid scratching. Part No G61 -
04845049 (Picture 22)
Additional Tools (as standard): - Crevice Tool - For corners and hard to reach areas. Furniture Nozzle
- For soft furnishings and fabrics. Dusting Brush - For bookshelves, frames, keyboards etc. (Picture
23)
USER CHECKLIST
The following is a simple user checklist before calling your local Hoover Service. Please note that a
service charge will be made if the cleaner is examined and found in working order, has not been
assembled in accordance with these instructions, or has been misused.
- Is there a working electricity supply to the cleaner? - Please check with another electrical
appliance.
- Is the dust bag over-filled? - Please refer to page 5 - (Cleaner Maintenance).
- Are the filters blocked? - Please refer to page 5 (Cleaning the lifetime washable filters).
- Is the hose or nozzle blocked? - Please see section below - 'Removing a blockage from the
system'
- Has the cleaner over-heated? If so, it will take approximately 30 minutes to re-set.
- Is the infrared remote control unit not working? - Check if batteries are working and fitted
properly.
REMOVING A BLOCKAGE FROM THE SYSTEM
If the bag check indicator on your cleaner is illuminated or flashing: -
1. Check if the dust bag is full. If so refer to page 5 - Cleaner Maintenance - Replacing the dust
bag.
2. If not full then: -
A) Do the filters need cleaning? - If so refer to page 5 - 'Cleaner Maintenance - Cleaning the
lifetime washable filters'.
B) Check if there is any other blockage in the system: -
Use a rod or pole to remove any blockage from the tubes and flexible hose.
It may also be possible to remove an obstruction in the zoom tube by lightly squeezing or bending it.
Clean the underside of the carpet and hard floor nozzle frequently by using the crevice tool.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

GENUINE HOOVER SPARES AND CONSUMABLES
Always replace parts with genuine Hoover spares and consumables. These are available from your
local Hoover dealer or direct from Hoover. When ordering parts, please always quote your model
number.
HOOVER SERVICE
Should you require service at any time, please call you local Hoover Service office.
SAFETY AND THE ENVIROMENT
As the owner of a new Hoover product, we would like to tell you more about the high standards we
have set in safety and the environment: -
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