Hoover DIAL-A-MATIC 1170 User manual

Instructions for your
DIAL-A-MATIC CLEANER
WITH AUTOMATIC POWER DRIVE
Model 1170

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ON/OFF SWITCH
BAG INDICATOR
SUCTION DIAL
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WRAP-AROUND FURNITURE GUARD
Your Power Drive Cleaner has been completely
assembled at our factory. It is ready for use with-
out further assembly or adjustment.
THREE POSITION HANDLE Storage, operating
and low (for reaching under low furniture). The
handle can be lowered by stepping on the pedal
at the left rear of cleaner.
The handle should always be in storage position
when cleaning tools are used.
@ The Hoover Company 1969

For greater convenience and ease of operation,
this Deluxe cleaner provides you with an ex-
clusive Automatic Power Drive feature. The
Automatic Power Drive Control is built into the
handle of the cleaner. This automatic drive
propels the cleaner forward and backward at
a variable rate of speed controlled entirely
by (you) the operator. (Fig. 1)
Forward - To operate the cleaner in the
forward position using the A-utomatic Power
Drive, push the handle grip forward. (Fig. 1)
Notice that the cleaner moves in a forward
direction with little effort. The speed at which
the cleaner moves is controlled entirely by
(you) the operator.
Reverse -To operate the cleaner in the reverse
position using the Automatic Power Drive, gently
pull the handle grip and guide the cleaner toward
you. The cleaner moves both forward and back-
ward with the same ease when using the Automatic
Power Drive feature.
NOTE: For best results guide the cleaner gently
at first until you have adjusted to the ease of
operating the cleaner. The Power Drive feature
is in operation only when the motor is turned on.
To move the cleaner without operating the motor
use the transport button (disengage drive) accord-
ing to the following instructions:
TO TRANSPORT
Your Hoover Power Drive Cleaner can be transportel
by two (2) methods:
1. Use the convenient carrying handle for carrying
your cleaner up and down stairs or when lifting
the cleaner from one surface to another. Lift it
as shown in Fig. 2
2. To roll your cleaner from one room to another,
use the convenient button located on top of the
handle grip (Fig. 3). Press the button and slide
the handle grip up or down the handle until the
button drops flush with the handle grip. With
the button depressed, the cleaner is in the trans-
port or neutral position, with the drive mechanisr
disengaged.
While holding the button depressed, the cleaner
may be pushed to the desired location as shown
in Fig. 4. When the button is pressed in, the
Automatic Power Drive gears are locked into
neutral position and the cleaner can easily be
transported.
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THIS IS THE “HEART” OF YOUR NEW
HOOVER POWER DRIVE CLEANER
Your new Hoover Power Drive is the most
powerful upright cleaner ever built.
To handle the wide range of pile depth of
modern carpets and rugs, two (2) adjustment
features have been provided. These features
are Automatic Rug Adjustment and Suction
Adjustment as explained in the following
paragraphs. When used properly, they will
assure the best cleaning efficiency and ease
of operation.
Automatic Rug Adjustment. The nozzle of
your cleaner is designed to float on top of the
carpet and thereby adjust automatically to the
correct carpet height for all known carpets. No
manual nozzle adjustment is ever necessary.
Suction Adjustment For Carpets and Rugs.
Set the dial on the back of the cleaner to
MEDIUM. (Fig. 1) This will be the correct
setting for the majority of rugs. On very
thin or loosely woven carpeting, it may be
necessary to move the dial toward the LOW
position.
For indoor/outdoor, sculptured or multi-
level rugs, it may be necessary to move the
dial toward HIGH for most effective cleaning.
NOTE: Be certain dial indicator points to
desired suction - not to the neutral area
between carpet and tool suction. Operate
cleaner on dry carpet only.
Suction Adjustment For Cleaning Tools.
(Fig. 2) The handle of the cleaner must be in
storage position (See Page 2) when cleaning
tools are used. When the handle is in this
position, the nozzle is raised automatically
and the agitator does not come in contact
with the rug. The Automatic Power Drive
is disengaged and the cleaner will not self-
propel.
Attach hose and cleaning tools (Page 5). Set
Suction Control Dial to HIGH under TOOL
Suction for most cleaning. For cleaning drap-
eries and delicate fabrics, move dial toward
LOW.
The dial can be placed at HIGH, MEDIUM,
LOW or any space between these markings.
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E CLEANING TOOLS
(See Page 4 for setting Suction Control Dial
when using tools).
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TUFFLEX HOSE Double vinyl reinforced
with nylon mesh for long, trouble-free life.
The light flexible hose has a vinyl tab, so
it can be hung on the cleaner or on a hook
in a closet.
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TELESCOPING WAND When you require
extra length for cleaning bare floors or
hard-to-reach places, attach the telescoping
extension wand. To lengthen the wand,
press down on the plastic latch and extend
wand until it locks in place. To shorten,
use opposite procedure. (Fig. 2.)
FLOOR BRUSH For hard surface floors
and carpeted stairs.
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UPHOLSTERY NOZZLE For upholstered
furniture, draperies, tapestries, mattresses,
clothing, automobile interiors, stairs.
DUSTING BRUSH For carved furniture
table tops, books, lamps, light fixtures,
Venetian blinds, registers, baseboards.
CREVICE TOOL For upholstered furni-
ture, edges of wall-to-wall carpeting,
radiators, dresser drawers.
To Connect Hose To Cleaner, Insert hose con-
nector in opening below dial. Turn hose connector
to either direction until it locks in place. (Fig. 3.)
TOConnect Tools. To either the telescoping wand
or hose, push the attachment into place making
sure the button on the attachment is locked in
place. To release, press down on plastic spring
latch and remove. (Fig. 4.)
To Store Tools. The vinyl tool kit has been
designed so the tools can be packed inside and
the hose attached, by strap, on outside. The kit
has two slots located near the top for ease in
hanging on the cover latch of the cleaner or on a
hook in the closet. (Fig. 5.)
While moving furniture, the hose can be conven-
iently hung on the handle. (Fig. 6.)
To Clean Tools. To clean the hose, wipe off dirt
with a cloth dampened with a liquid detergent.
Use a damp cloth to remove the detergent. Clean-
ing tools can be washed in warm water with a
detergent. Rinse and let dry before using.
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