Troubleshooting - Hoover FH50210 Owner's Manual

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the
checklist below.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
To reduce risk of personal injury - unplug cleaner before servicing.
probleM
Cleaner won't run.
Low suction.
Clean water won't
dispense.
Hose nozzle stops
spraying liquid during
use.
Hose nozzle will not
spray after filling the
Clean Water Tank or
Detergent Container.
Hose nozzle will not
spray after priming
pump.
brushes won't rotate
during floor cleaning.
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possible Cause
1. Not firmly plugged in.
2. No voltage in wall plug.
3. Blown fuse or tripped
breaker.
1. Dirty Water Tank full/
automatic shut off engaged.
2. Blockage In tool on end
of hose.
3. Dirty Water Tank lid not
on correctly.
4. Dirty water tank plunger
stuck in closed position.
5. Door in the lid is stuck
closed.
6. Filter screens clogged.
1. Clean Water Tank not
firmly in place.
2. Clean Water Tank or
detergent container empty.
3. Trigger not pulled.
1. Clean Water Tank or
Detergent Container is
empty.
1. Air is trapped in the pump
and hose.
1. Pump is defective.
1. Dirty filter screen (orange
frame) located beneath
nozzle.
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2. SpinScrub Mode Selector
set on "Spill Pick-up".*
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possible solution
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker in home.
3. Replace fuse or reset breaker in home.
1.Remove and empty Dirty Water Tank. Clean
filter screen. Refer to Fig. 3.5 for instructions.
2. Remove tool and clear blockage.
3. Make sure lid is on securely.
4. Remove lid and clean plunger from the
inside of the tank.
5. Clean the door and verify it moves freely.
6. Remove lint and debris from filter screens.
Refer to Fig. 3.5 for instructions.
1. Make sure tank is securely locked in
position.
2. Refill container according to instructions for
surface being cleaned.
3. Pull trigger.
1. Turn off cleaner and fill Clean Water Tank
and Detergent Container.
1. Turn on the cleaner. If hose does not spray,
prime the pump by lowering the hose down to
the floor and hold the trigger for up to 1 minute.
1. Call for service: 1-800-944-9200
1. Remove nozzle to access screen
and clean (see fig. 3.5).
2. Set SpinScrub
setting.
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Mode Selector to a scrub