Hoover QS Quiet User manual

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The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a com-
bination cleaner. It has a motorized power nozzle for carpet and
floor cleaning and has cleaning tools for above the floor cleaning.
Your cleaner is a model no.
and has a serial number
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number in the spaces provided above and retain in a safe place.
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Index
Assembling Cleaner
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5-8
Cleaner Description
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Cleaning Tools
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HowToUse..
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Important Safeguards
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Lubrication
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Maintenance
Replacing Agitator Brushes
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16-17
Replacing Bag
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Replacing Belt
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13-15
Secondary Filter
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Storage
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To Clean Stairs
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User Check List
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0 The Hoover Company 1975, 1978, 1980
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l Read all instructions.
l Warning: Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
l Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy
or to run unattended at any time.
l Keep hands, feet, loose clothing, and hair away from rotating
agitator. Do not operate the cleaner in bare feet or when wear-
ing open toe shoes or sandals.
l Don’t run power nozzle over cord. It may damage insulation.
l Do not use cleaner to pick up matches, or live ashes and
cigarette butts.
l Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They
may damage the cleaner and the bag.
l Unplug cleaner when not in use. Turn machine off at switch
before unplugging.
l Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing
the cleaner.
l Change bag frequently when picking up very fine materials
such as powder.
l Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage
to cord, plug, prongs, or receptacle.
l The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
l If cleaner is in disrepair, do not attempt to operate.
l Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at Hoover Factory
Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service
Dealers.
l Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in
the instructions. The use of attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.
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UNPACKING
Unpack the cleaner from the
carton and identify the parts
shown. Remove and dispose
of the cardboard packing.
A. Canister cleaner
B. Power nozzle
C. Throw away bag
D. Extension wands, cleaning
tools and hose
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The cleaner assembled will
look like the drawing below.

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2.
3.
Wall Floor Brush
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Power Nozzle automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights.
Casters provide easy towing; pull cleaner using hose to guide the
cleaner over carpet, area rugs and door sills.
Hose Cord Connection to Cleaner is made by plugging hose cord into
cleaner base at receptacle.
ON-OFF Switch is a convenient toe operated switch near the front of
the cleaner.
Carrying Handle
Furniture Guard
Cord Storage Hook
Extension Wands connect to hose and power nozzle or cleaning tools.
Spring Latch locks extension wands.
Crevice Tool
Multi-Purpose Brush
Cover Latch
Suction Regulator should be closed for full suction. Open regulator for
easy cleaning of some types of carpet, lightweight flexible rugs and light-
weight draperies.
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Cord Clips clip nozzle cord to extension wands.
Nozzle Cord Connection to Handle is made by plugging nozzle cord
into receptacle underneath the handle.
Plastic Latch Ring rotates to lock handle to extension wands or clean-
ing tools.
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Handle is on end of hose for use with extension wands or cleaning tools.
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom
of cleaner.
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How to assemble
1. Connect hose
To connect hose, insert hose into
opening of cleaner lining up the ar-
row on the hose with the dot on
the cleaner. Turn the hose clock-
wise until it lines up with the bar
on the cleaner and latch locks into
place.
When the hose is attached proper-
ly, the hose cord plug will reach to
the receptacle on the cleaner.
Insert the plug firmly and as deep
into the receptacle as possible.
To disconnect hose, first remove
hose cord plug from receptacle.
Then, depress latch away from
hose connection opening in clean-
er. While holding latch, turn the
hose counterclockwise until the
arrow lines up with dot on the
cleaner.
2. Attach power nozzle
Attach power nozzle at the end of
the straight wand by fitting the
button projection on the nozzle
connector into the opening at the
end of the wand. Be sure the noz-
zle is locked in place.
To release, press down on the
center of the spring latch and
remove nozzle.
LATCH m&
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CONNECTOR
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Attach the curved wand to the
straight wand. Position cord into
cord clips on extension wands,
placing excess cord between noz-
zle and bottom cord clip.
To attach the hose to the exten-
sion wands, rotate the plastic
latch ring on the handle to accept
the button projection on the curv-
ed wand.
Push the handle over the wand so
that the button projection fits into
the slot. Turn the latch ring on the
handle to lock the handle and
wand in place.
Connect nozzle power cord to
receptacle underneath handle.
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How to use
Handle adjustments
The handle has two positions
when used with the power noz-
zle: Upright and Operating.
To lower handle to the Operating
position, place your foot on the
power nozzle and push the han-
dle down.
Automatic nozzle
adjustment
The power nozzle adjusts auto-
matically to effectively clean hard
surface floors and all carpet from
low pile to shag.
However, the nozzle is not rec-
ommended for very irregular
floor surfaces such as brick,
slate and certain parquet
floors. To clean these floors,
use the Wall/Floor Brush.
It is suggested that you use the
power nozzle with the Suction
Regulator closed for full suction.
If the power nozzle is difficult to
push, open the Suction Regula-
tor.
Edge cleaning
Brushed edge cleaning is provid-
ed on the right side of the nozzle
to remove imbedded dirt in carpet
near baseboards and furniture.
Guide the right side of the nozzle
parallel to the edge of the carpet or
furniture for brushed edge clean-
ing.
Standard edge cleaning is pro-
vided on the left side of the nozzle
to remove surface dust and litter.
Guide the left side of the nozzle
parallel to the edge of the carpet
for standard edge cleaning.
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Nozzle connector
Removing larger items from carpet and floor surfaces before vacuuming
will help maintain the cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner. However, if
loss of suction power should occur, proceed as follows: make sure Suction
Regulator is closed; check bag for fullness and make sure folds are open;
check hose for obstructions by removing wands and power nozzle, turning
cleaner ON, and feeling end of hose for suction - remove any obstruc-
tions; check wands for obstructions by connecting wands to hose, remov-
ing power nozzle from wands, turning cleaner ON and feeling end of
wands for suction - remove any obstructions. If loss of suction power still
occurs, check nozzle for obstructions.
Disconnect cleaner from elec-
trical outlet and disconnect
power nozzle from extension
wands.
While holding nozzle, push nozzle
connector down to lowest posi-
tion.
Look into nozzle connector and
remove any obstructions.
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Cleaning Tools
The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the
cleaning task from the descriptions below. Adjust the Suction Regulator to
select the amount of suction appropriate to the cleaning task.
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1. Crevice tool For radiators,
dresser drawers, spaces between
kitchen equipment.
2. Multi-purpose brush For up-
holstered furniture, draperies,
mattresses, clothing, carved furni-
ture, books, lamps, Venetian
blinds, baseboards.
3. Wall/floor brush For walls
and very irregular hard surface
floors such as brick and slate.
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To connect and
remove tools
To connect the tools, insert end of
tool into the extension wand and
snap into position. To disconnect,
press down on the center of the
spring latch and remove tool.
Tools may also be attached to the
handle by rotating the plastic latch
ring to accept the button projec-
tion on the tool. Then, turn the
latch ring as shown to lock the
tool in place.
To remove the tool, reverse the
above procedure.
The power cord leading from the
hose connection to the receptacle
on the cleaner base need not be
connected when using the clean-
ing tools. However, to avoid
damage to the cord, leave
cord connected to the recept-
acle on the cleaner.
To clean hard to
reach areas
The tools attached to the curved
wand, as shown, will enable you
to clean many hard to reach areas;
especially crown moldings, tops
of drapery rods, shelves, and pic-
ture frames.

To clean stairs
Clean stairs by placing the cleaner
on its side as pictured in the il-
lustration. Clean stairs from bot-
tom to top.
How to store
Cord wrap
When cleaner is not in use, wrap
the cord around the cord storage
hook, located on the cover of the
cleaner, and the carrying handle.
Store the power nozzle with the
handle in the upright position. The
hose, extension wands and power
nozzle can be stored separately
from the cleaner if desired.
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Maintenance
The following sections are concerned with proper maintence of the clean-
er. Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep this
owner’s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when need-
ed. Proper use and care of your cleaner will insure continued cleaning ef-
fectiveness.
THE BAG
When to replace
Check bag from time to time. When the bag is filled with dirt, the cleaner
will not operate efficiently. Discard used bag.
CAUTION: Very fine materials, such as face powder, cornstarch,
fireplace ashes or fireplace soot, may seal the throw away bag and
may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt.
When the cleaner is used to remove material of this nature, the
bag should be changed frequently.
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 number of your cleaner.
What bags to buy
Use HOOVER bag type H with this cleaner.
To assure that your HOOVER cleaner operates at
peak performance, it is imperative that you use
only genuine HOOVER throw away bags made by
The Hoover Company. HOOVER bags can be
identified by the trademarks - -
Replacing the throw away bag
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
Open the cleaner by lifting up on
the latch to release the cover.
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Push used bag awayfrom holder
and lift out.
Grasp edges of collar section and
push opening of collar section of
new bag onto holder. Make sure
collar is pushed completely up to
the ridge on the holder.
Adjust bag around the motor
housing and open the folds of the
bag to allow the bag to properly
fill. Make sure all four folds are
open.
Note: A bag that does not expand properly may restrict air flow. In this
event, check the bag, making sure all the folds are open. High suction on
some carpet surfaces can cause the nozzle to hug the carpet and also
restrict air flow. When this occurs, reducing the suction with the Suction
Regulator may be helpful.
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SECONDARY FILTER
To clean secondary filter
Disconnect cleaner from elec-
trical outlet.
The secondary filter protects the
motor from dirt particles. If the fil-
ter becomes dirty, either clean or
replace it. To remove secondary
filter, open cover of cleaner and lift
the filter from the top of the motor
housing. Clean filter by rinsing it in
water. When dry, slide secondary
filter back into place.
THE BELT
The belt in your power nozzle drives the agitator. It has been designed spe-
cifically for use in this cleaner and is important for effective operation.
There are other belts manufactured that are similar in shape and size but
are not designed for the HOOVER power nozzle. Such belts do not operate
the agitator correctly and may create stress which could damage your
power nozzle. Use only a genuine HOOVER Belt No. 38528-011 when a
belt replacement is necessary.
When to replace the belt on power nozzle
The belt, located under the nozzle cover, should be checked from time to
time to be sure it is in good condition.To check remove the nozzle cover
(see following section). If the belt is stretched or cut; or if the agitator fails
to rotate, replace the belt.
How to replace the belt
Disconnect cleaner from elec-
trical outlet and disconnect
power nozzle from extension
wands.
Turn nozzle over and unscrew the
2 Phillips head screws from the
nozzle base.
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Return nozzle to original position
and lift up back of nozzle cover.
Then remove cover, rotating it for-
ward and lifting it off.
To remove the agitator, position
your hand underneath the nozzle
base at the agitator opening and
push up the belt side of the agita-
tor. Remove agitator and old belt.
Place one end of new belt around
the motor pulley, with lettering on
outside of belt.
Then slip other end of belt around
the plastic pulley end of the
agitator.
Position round projection on end
of agitator (opposite the belt) into
the opening on the wall of the noz-
zle base.
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Slide belt side of agitator into
place, pushing the agitator slightly
to left, pulling it forward and then
down.
Roll agitator to make sure belt is
positioned properly.
The cover attaches at the front of
the nozzle. Place the notched
edge at the front of the cover into
the groove in the nozzle base.
While maintaining front connec-
tion, rotate cover over nozzle base
and pull nozzle cord through
opening in cover.
Turn nozzle over and replace
screws.
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AGITATOR BRUSHES
When to replace brushes
To check condition of brushes,
place edge of a card on the bot-
tom of nozzle base, across agita-
tor opening. Rotate agitator by
hand. If brushes do not touch
edge of card, all four brushes and
brush roll should be replaced to
maintain cleaning effectiveness.
When replacing agitator brushes,
ask for HOOVER part No.
48445017.
How to replace agitator
brushes
Disconnect cleaner from elec-
trical outlet and disconnect
power nozzle from extension
wands.
Remove nozzle cover, agitator
and belt following directions in
“How to replace belt” section.
1, Hold agitator as shown. Turn
end plates counterclockwise until
one end plate comes off.
2. Pull or pry out end sections as
shown in illustration.
Note: Pulley end should be re-
moved by pulling straight out.
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3. Note position of bar-brush as-
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semblies to insure correct replace-
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ment.
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Remove bar-brush assemblies by
pulling them from agitator slots.
Use pliers if necessary.
The word “BAR” is stamped near
the slots on the agitator.
Match the bar side of the bar
brush assembly with the label on
the agitator shell. Slide the new
assemblies into the slots, while
twisting the assemblies in a coun-
terclockwise motion. Push in as
far as possible, tapping the other
end lightly if necessary. Be sure
brushes and bars are aligned for
full length of agitator.
4. Reassemble agitator parts. Line
up locator on end sections with
slot on agitator. Push end sections
into position.
Screw on end plates and tighten.
5. Should you accidentally dis-
place the bearing during disas-
sembly, reassemble as shown.
END SECTION
Replace belt, agitator and nozzle
cover.
Lubricatiori
The motor is equipped with one ball bearing and one sleeve bearing. These
bearings contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition
of lubricant could cause damage. Therefore, do not add lubricant to
either motor bearing.
The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated
periodically. This should be done by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an
Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer.
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ser check list
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This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating condi-
tion when it was shipped from the factory. If a minor problem develops, it
usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is identified. Accord-
ingly, this check list is provided for your convenience.
Problem
Possible cause
Possible solution
A. Cleaner 1. Not firmly plugged in. 1. Plug unit in firmly.
won’t run 2. No voltage in wall plug. 2. Check fuse or breaker.
3. Blown fuse/tripped breaker. 3. Replace fuse/reset breaker.
B. Cleaner 1. Bag full. 1. Change throw away bag.
suction 2. Obstruction in hose, wands 2. Remove foreign object.
low or nozzle connector.
3. Secondary filter dirty. 3. Clean filter.
4. Bag not opening. 4. Open bag by pulling folds.
5. Suction regulator control 5. Check to be sure suction
improperly set. regulator is set properly.
6. Hose not properly connected 6. Insure hose properly
to cleaner. connected.
C. Agitator 1. Hose power cord not firmly 1. Plug firmly into receptacle
won’t run plugged in. on cleaner base and under-
neath handle.
2. Broken or worn belt. 2. Replace belt.
D. Nozzle 1. Low cleaner suction. 1. See Item B.
won’t pick 2. Obstruction in nozzle 2. Remove foreign object.
up
connector.
3. Agitator not running. 3. See Item C.
4. Agitator brushes worn. 4. Replace brushes.
If the problem persists, check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book
under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” for your nearest Hoover Factory
Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer where approved
HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be obtain-
ed. The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the Hoover
Factory Service Centers. If you are unable to obtain the information you
need from the Yellow Pages, contact a Hoover Factory Service Center to
find your nearest Authorized Warranty Service Dealer. For service under
warranty, follow the instructions in the Warranty provided with this pro-
duct.
Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting informa-
tion or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bot-
tom of the cleaner. 1
If further assistance is needed, contact the Hoover Company Con-
sumer Affairs Department, North Canton, Ohio 44720,
216-499-9200.
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VCMA
VACUUM CLEANER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
(HOOVER - AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER)
Service To The Consumer Since 19 13
This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers Associ-
ation from Governmental and Private Sources concerned with product safety.
These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience.
TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK
Never vacuum liquids.
Never vacuum carpeting that is damp or wet.
Do not store machine outdoors.
Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
Never vacuum live ashes or cigarette butts.
Never run machine over power cord or place sharp objects on it.
Never let children use machine as a toy.
Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.
Keep machine on floor - not on chairs, tables, etc.
When machine is turned on, never allow fingers, hair or garments to
come near intake suction ports or revolving brushes.
Never leave machine running or cord plugged in when unattended.
Turn machine off at switch before unplugging from wall outlet.
When unplugging machine, grasp plug - not cord.
Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or
attaching accessories.
Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from trip-
ping over power cord or machine.
Use machine and accessories only in manner intended by manufacturer.
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
Keep your machine and all accessories clean and in good operating
condition.
Change or clean bags and/or filters as recommended by manufacturer to
maintain optimum cleaning efficiency.
Periodically check revolving brush for build-up of lint, hair or other
foreign material and remove as necessary.
Adjust or replace cleaning brushes when worn.
Buy replacement parts from manufacturer’s authorized service center.
Have machine checked periodically by manufacturer’s authorized service
center.
Store machine carefully - in dry area - never outdoors.
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
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USA
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