Operation; Stair Cleaning; Maintenance - Hoover TASKVAC 2 User Manual

ASSEMBLY
Fully assemble product prior to use.
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1
Push the handle into the body of the vacuum until
it clicks into place.
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2
Insert hose into hose port. It will click when secured.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
Not to be used for grooming
a pet.
1
Press the Power Button to turn ON/OFF.
2
Step on handle release pedal and lean handle
back.
CARPET HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1
To adjust height setting, PUSH DOWN and TURN
knob desired height setting.
For maximum cleaning performance,
the following carpet height settings are
recommended:
• Lowest setting (1): for bare floors
• Low setting (2): for all types of carpet
• Higher settings: 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.
USING HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury
from moving parts, unplug before servicing.
1
Make sure the vacuum is upright and press the
hose release button and pull hose end out.
2
Remove hose and attach the desired accessory. The
Extension Wand can be added for additional reach.

STAIR CLEANING

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 the bottom of the stairs
or on the floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or
furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
When using tools, always ensure handle is in
the upright position.
1
Lift the vacuum by the stair cleaning handle and
position it on the stairs, cleaning forward to back.
Never leave the vacuum on the stairs unattended
or not when cleaning.
NOTE: To reduce the chance of system clogs be
sure to clean up large debris from the area before
vacuuming.
CORD STORAGE: Wrap the power cord around
the cord hooks for convenient storage. Attach
the plug end to the cord.
LUBRICATION: The motor is equipped with
bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for
their lifetime. The addition of lubricant could
cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor
bearings.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
personal injury, unplug before cleaning or
servicing.
This product contains no serviceable parts.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, call customer service at 1-888-768-2014
prior to continuing use.
BAG CHECK INDICATOR
1
The bag check indicator will begin to show
red as the filter bags fills with dirt. There are
three conditions that will cause the indicator to
become completely red.
1. If the bag is full, change the bag.
2. If very fine materials have been picked up,
clogging the bag pores; change the bag.
3. If there is a blockage in the nozzle, hose, tools
or at the bag opening; remove the blockage.
CHANGING THE FILTER BAG
PART # AH10040
1
To change the filter bag, while pushing the door
release button, pull the handle up and out.
2
Place bag door over trash bin and push lever to
drop filter bag into trash bin.
3
Slide the new filter bag's cardboard sleeve into
the bag holder so the lever secures it.
4
Replace the door by inserting the bottom first,
then swing the top of the bag door in so it
latches.
NOTE: Make sure the filter bag is tucked securely
between the tabs on the bag door.
IMPORTANT: Use only genuine HOOVER® bags
with your vacuum.
CAUTION:
Very fine materials, such as
face powder or cornstarch, may seal the filter
bag and may cause it to burst even though it is
partially full of dirt. When the cleaner is used
to remove material of this nature, change filter
bag often.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST FILTER
PART # 902418001
1
With door and filter bag removed, remove the
exhaust filter by pulling tab on filter holder and
swinging it outward.
CLEANING THE SECONDARY FILTER
PART # 902417001
2
Lift the grill out and pull to remove the
secondary filter.