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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Fill in and retain! The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combina- tion cleaner. The upright cleaner is used for carpet and rug cleaning. The hand-held cleaner may be used with or without attachments above the floor cleaning.
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    ° If cleaner is in disrepair, do not attempt to operate. • Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at Hoover Factory Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealers. • Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.
  • Page 4: Unpacking

    Unpacking Unpack the cleaner from the Before operating your cleaner, carton and identify _e parts identify features and controls shown. Remove and dispose of shown in the diagram, then, rea_ the section on "How to use." the cardboard packing. A. Hand-held cleaner B.
  • Page 5 Hand-held Cleaner 1. Multi-purpose nozzle 4. ON/OFF switch 5. Handle 2. Dust cup 3. Dust cup latch 6. Cord receptacle: for hand-held cleaner. Upright Cleaner 7. Handle Grip 8. ON-OFF Switch: models without electronic speed control have a two-speed switch. 9.
  • Page 6: How To Assemble

    How to assemble Remove the tape holding the two handle attachment screws from the lower end of the handle. CORD CORD screws aside. TUBE~ Align handle with ON-OFF switch to the rear of the cleaner and label to the front, Fold cord beside cord tube as shown.
  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Cleaner

    Getting To Know Your Cleaner Your cleaner is unique because it is two cleaners which operate independ- ently. One of them may be used for a cleaning task or the two may be used alternately by changing the cord from one cleaner to the other.
  • Page 8 To attach cord to upright cleaner, push end of cord firmly into recep- tacle on side of cleaner, with cord extending upward. Storing cord The cord may be conveniently stored on the upright cleaner cord storage hooks. Plug cord into cleaner (with cord extending...
  • Page 9: How To Use

    Upright Cleaner How to U To transport To move your cleaner from room to room, put the handle in the upright position, tilt the cleaner back on the large rear wheels push forward. Handle positions UPRIGHT_ The handle of your cleaner three positions: Upright...
  • Page 10: Variable-Speed Models

    Variable speed models Some cleaners are equipped with electronic speed control. The speed control is energized the middle speed setting (3 lights ida_uo_ "ON") each time the cleaner plugged into the electrical outlet. IDt_C_A_ _EI:_ INL_<;_ TOR The speed setting may be in- £_>IEEIO creased...
  • Page 11: Special Features

    Two-speed models Some cleaners are equipped with a two-speed switch. When switch is pushed up as far as pos- sible, it is in the OFF position. LOW SPEED is to be used for less vigorous cleaning and reduced suction on delicate carpet, rugs, and bare floors.
  • Page 12 It is necessary for the nozzle to be adjusted properly to the various carpet pile heights. The adjust- ment lever on the front of the cleaner may be set on three differ- ent self-adjusting ranges. On very dense pile plush or shag carpet, some difficulty in pushing...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Also check dirt duct (see section following belt replacement) for fluff accumulation. Where to buy bags Bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center. When ordering bags, be sure to give the model...
  • Page 14 to change Disconnect cleaner from electri- cal outlet. 1. To remove old bag, put fingers behind bag collar, pull off and remove. Dispose of old bag. Do not try to clean out used bag. Cleaner will not operate effec- tively. 2.
  • Page 15 The headlight Disconnect cleaner from electri- cal outlet, This cleaner uses two 12 volt, wedge base type 912 bulbs. 1. Lower the handle until the cleaner is positioned with the bag flat on the floor. 2. Use screwdriver to lift lens, Place screwdriver in one of the slots provided...
  • Page 16 HOOVER belt. Some other belts on the market, not manufactured under the Hoover design quality controls, may not operate the agitator correctly and may damage your cleaner. AGITATOR...
  • Page 17 4_ Use one hand to remove 3. To remove the agitator, use a screwdriver placed (as shown)in agitator as you use leverage to lift the groove in the agitator housing. the agitator with the end of the screwdriver. Remove old belt. END PLATE, _ 5.
  • Page 18 AGITATOR END PLATE 7. Grasp the agitator firmly with 8. Lift and pull using screwdriver one hand. (Be sure you can see as a lever. Guide the end opposite the belt into position first. the agitator end plate.) Engage screwdriver in groove (as shown) for leverage.
  • Page 19 13. Lift and snap retaining clips into place. Dirt duct and dirt tube To maintain the strong suction and cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner, remove any large items from the carpet surface before vacuuming. However, if your cleaner picks up a larger object than can be exhausted in the bag,...
  • Page 20 Clean out dirt tube. To replace dirt tube, position over lower seal and push down. Insert one side against retention clips. Push to snap other side into position. Agitator brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri- cal outlet before checking brushes. When brushes are worn bristles...
  • Page 21 To replace brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri- cal outlet. Remove bottom plate, belt and agi- tator following directions pre- viously given. 1. Hold agitator as shown. Turn end plates in opposite directions until one end plate comes off. END PLATES 2.
  • Page 22: Hand-Held Cleaner

    Hand-held Cleaner How to use Attach cord to cleaner Push end of electrical cord firmly into receptacle at the rear of cleaner handle. Plug cord into electrical outlet. Push ON/OFF switch forward to turn cleaner "ON". Using multi-purpose nozzle The multi-purpose nozzle has been built into the front...
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Viaintenance he following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the _and-held cleaner. amiliarize yourself with the home maintenance tasks presented in the ollowing sections. Keep this owner's manual in a convenient place where ,ou can refer to it when needed. Proper use and care of your cleaner will issure continued cleaning effectiveness.
  • Page 24 4. Empty dust cup. 5. Gently tap filter on a hard sur- face to remove any clinging litter. 6. Replace filter into dust cup with 7. Reassemble cleaner by hooking flat side toward latch. Press into projection on bottom of motor/ place.
  • Page 25: If You Have A Problem

    Reusable filter How to clean filter Disconnect cleaner from electri- cal outlet. The filter protects the motor from dirt particles. Brush dirt from filter when emptying dust cup. If a significant reduction in pick-up is observed, the filter may be washed in warm water.
  • Page 26: Authorized Hoover Service

    Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting informa- tion or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner.) If further assistance is needed, contact The Hoover Company Consumer Affairs Department, North Canton, Ohio 44720, 216-499-9200.
  • Page 27: Energy Saving Tips

    4. Empty dust cup of hand-held cleaner before overfilled. Brush dirt from filter, 5, Keep your cleaner operating at peak performance level. Have inspection and service performed by a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Service Dealer.
  • Page 28 Store machine carefully in a dry area. For optimum cleaning performance and safety, study and follow your Owner's Manual-keep it in a handy and safe place for future reference. THE HOOVER COMPANY, NORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720 56511-202 1-87 U4213/17 LithoUSA...

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