Maintenance; Nozzle; Brushes; Lubrication - Hoover FH40160 Owner's Manual

CLeaning tHe nozzLe
The cleaner's nozzle can be removed for easy
cleaning.
CAUTION
!
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts-
Unplug before servicing. Do not use cleaner
without nozzle in place.
7.1 Pull on nozzle release latch (A) upward.
7.2 Remove nozzle by rotating nozzle.
7.3 Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove
debris from squeegee (C) and wipe with a damp
cloth.
7.4 To reattach nozzle, tilt cleaner backwards so the
front of the foot is 2-3" off of the floor. Secure upper
handle with one hand and align nozzle squeegee
with base from left to right with your other hand.
7.5 Simply rotate nozzle upward to lock in place.
CLeaning tHe BrusHes
The brush assembly can be removed for easy
cleaning when the nozzle is completely removed.
(See "CLEANING THE NOZZLE" section)
CAUTION
!
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts-
Unplug before servicing. Do not use cleaner
without brushes in place.
7.6 Remove both tanks to prevent leaking. Set
aside.
7.7 Remove nozzle (7.1-7.2).
7.8 Release foot pedal and tilt cleaner back so
handle rests on floor.
7.9 Push two brush release buttons (B) and
remove the brush assembly.
7.10 The brushes can be washed with a mild
detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based
detergent.
7.11 To replace brushes, align post (C) on brush
block with hole (D) on bottom of cleaner. Turn
brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole.
Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place.
7.12 Return cleaner to upright position. Replace
nozzle (7.4-7.5), making sure it is locked into posi-
tion.
7.13 Return tanks into proper positions.

7. MaintenanCe

Any other servicing should be done by an
authorized service representative. If appliance
is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,
take it to a service center prior to continuing
!
use.
7.1
7.4
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7.9

LuBriCation

The motor is equipped with bearings which contain
sufficient lubrication for its lifetime. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant
to motor.
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7.2
A
7.5
7.11
B
D C