Regal 53 SC Owner's Manual page 419

Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
VACUUM CLEANER
CLEANING STRETCH HOSE
The stretch hose on occasion has a tendency to get clogged
especially if you have pets on board. To clean the hose:
1. Lift the hose up at both ends and dispense some liquid
detergent into both ends.
2. With a garden hose, holding both ends still up, fi ll 3/4
with water.
3. Shake hose up and down, let detergent loosen the dirt
and clogged debris.
4. Stretch the hose as far as you can (2 people required)
and wash the dirt out with the full pressure of a garden
hose. Repeat as necessary.
5. Hang hose up on one end. Let hose drain and dry
completely.
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