Hoover SH40050 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
Operating and Servicing Instructions
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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.
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Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
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IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.
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CONTENTS
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MODEL
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MANUFACTURING CODE
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locations (U.S. only) or to speak with a customer service representative; Mon- Fri 8am- 7pm EST.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
(Label located on bottom of cleaner)
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................3
Cleaner Assembly ......................................................................................................5
Carton Contents....................................................................................................5
How To Use.................................................................................................................6
Cleaner Description...............................................................................................6
ON-OFF switch .....................................................................................................6
Cord Release/Rewind ...........................................................................................6
Carry Handle.........................................................................................................6
Vacuum Controls...................................................................................................7
Carpet Cleaning....................................................................................................7
Hard Floor Cleaning..............................................................................................7
Edge Cleaning.......................................................................................................7
Stair Cleaning........................................................................................................7
Tools......................................................................................................................8
Maintenance................................................................................................................9
Dirt Cup.................................................................................................................9
Umbrella Tube.......................................................................................................9
Primary Filter.........................................................................................................10
Hepa Filter.............................................................................................................10
Power Nozzle Brushroll Replacement...................................................................11
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................12
Service.........................................................................................................................13
Warranty......................................................................................................................14

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed,includingthefollowing:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Donotleaveappliancewhenpluggedin.Unplugfromoutletwhennotinuseand
beforecleaningorservicing.
• Donotuseoutdoorsoronwetsurfaces.
• Do not allow children to operate or play with cleaner or be near unit when in
operation.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
• Donotusewithdamagedcordorplug.Ifapplianceisnotworkingasitshould,has
beendropped,damaged,leftoutdoors,ordroppedintowater.
• Donotpullorcarrybycord,usecordasahandle,closeadooroncord,orpullcord
aroundsharpedgesorcorners.
• Donotunplugbypullingoncord.Tounplug,grasptheplug,notthecord.
• Donothandleplugorappliancewithwethands.
• Donotputanyobjectintoopenings.Donotusewithanyopeningblocked;keepfree
ofdust,lint,hair,andanythingthatmayreduceairflow.
• Keephair,looseclothing,fingers,andallpartsofbodyawayfromopeningsand
movingparts.
• Turnoffallcontrolsbeforeunplugging.
• Useextracarewhencleaningonstairs.Donotplacecarpetcleaneronstairs.
• Donotusetopickupflammableorcombustibleliquids,suchasgasoline,orusein
areaswheretheymaybepresent.
• Thehosecontainselectricalwires.Donotusewhendamaged,cutorpunctured.
Avoidpickingupsharpobjects.
• Alwaysturnoffthisappliancebeforeconnectingordisconnectingeitherhoseor
motorizednozzle.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
• Donotpickupanythingthatisburningorsmoking,suchascigarettes,matches,or
hotashes.
• DonotusewithoutDirtCupand/orFiltersinplace.
• UnplugbeforeconnectingTurbineHandTool.
• Theuseofanextensioncordisnotrecommended.
• Donotpointtoolstowardpeopleorpets.
• Donotoperatecleanerinbarefeetorwhenwearingopentoeshoesorsandals.
• WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the state of california to
causecancer,birthdefectsorreproductiveharm.

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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:
• Avoidpickinguphard,sharpobjectswiththisproduct,astheymaycausedamage.
• Storeinadryplace.Donotexposemachinetofreezingtemperatures.
• Donotusesharpobjectstocleanouthoseastheycancausedamage.
WARNING:
• Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,thisappliancehasapolarizedplug(oneblade
iswiderthantheother).Thisplugwillfitinapolarizedoutletonlyoneway.Ifthe
plugdoesnotfitfullyintheoutlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoesnotfit,contacta
qualifiedelectricantoinstalltheproperoutlet.Donotchangethepluginanyway.
• Aninternalthermalprotectorhasbeendesignedintoyourcleanertoprotectitfrom
overheating.Whenthethermalprotectoractivates,thecleanerwillstoprunning.If
thishappens,proceedasfollows:
  1.TurnthecleanerOFFanddisconnectitfromtheelectricaloutlet.
  2. CheckPrimaryFilter,HEPAFilter,andUmbrellaTubefordirtaccumulation.
  3.Referto“Troubleshooting”section.
  4.Whencleanerisunpluggedandthemotorcoolsfor30minutes,thethermal
  protectorautomaticallyresetsandcleaningmaycontinue.
 Ifthethermalprotectorcontinuestoactivateafterfollowingtheabovesteps,your
cleanermayneedservicing(see“Service”section).

1. CLEANER ASSEMBLY
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A. Canister
B. Hose
C. Telescopic/Bidirectional Wand
D. Crevice Tool
E. Dusting Brush
F. Power Nozzle
Remove all parts from carton and
identify each item shown.
Make sure all parts are located
before disposing of packing
materials.
1.2 Push Hose Connector end (A) into opening
(B) on front of cleaner. To disconnect hose from
cleaner, press release buttons (C) on sides of
Hose Connector and pull out.
CONNECT HOSE
CARTON CONTENTS
1.2
1.1
Actual model may vary from images shown.
IMPORTANT
The flexible hose contains electrical wires for
connection to the Power Nozzle and should
not be used if damaged, cut or punctured.
1.3 Push Hand Grip (D)
firmly into end of Wand
(E) until Latch clicks. To
remove Wand from
Hose, press on Wand
Releases Button (F) on
end of Wand and pull
apart.
CONNECT WAND 1.3
1.4 Push the opposite
end of Wand (G) firmly
into Power Nozzle. To
Release, step on Wand
Release Pedal (H)
and pull to disconnect
from nozzle.
CONNECT
NOZZLE 1.4
A
B
D
E
F
G
C
H
D
A
C
F
B
E

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2. HOW TO USE
CLEANER DESCRIPTION
Canister
1 Hose Inlet (Front Of
Canister)
2 Dirt Cup
3 Dirt Cup Handle/Carry
Handle
4 Dirt Cup Release Button
5 Auto Cord Rewind Pedal
6 ON/OFF Pedal
7 Power Cord
8 Exhaust Filter Cover
Power Nozzle
9 Wand Release Pedal
10 Headlight
11 Handle Release Pedal
Hose/Hand Grip/Wand
12 Hose
13 Brushroll On/Off Button
14 Wand Release Button
15 Telescopic/Bidirectional
Wand
16 Suction Control Valve
17 Tool Storage Accessories
18 Crevice Tool
19 Dusting Brush
(Included in all models)
2.3
2.4
CORD RELEASE/
REWIND
CARRY HANDLE
2.3 To unwind Power
Cord from Vacuum, pull
out to desired length.
2.4Usethecarryhandle
located on the top of the
dirt bin to move the
vacuum cleaner from
room to room.
IMPORTANT
A YELLOW mark on the Power Cord indicates
the maximum recommended cord length. Do not
exceed the cord length beyond the RED mark.
To rewind the Power Cord, press the Cord
Rewind Pedal (A), located on the top of the
vacuum cleaner, and guide the Power Cord with
onehand.Thiswillpreventthecordfromwhipping
which could cause damage or injury.
2.2
ON-OFF SWITCH
2.2 Insert the plug into
the electrical outlet.
Press the on/off pedal
on back of canister, to
switch the cleaner on
and press pedal again
to turn the cleaner off.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
10
Canister
Power Nozzle
Hose/Hand Grip/Wand/
15
16
17
18
19
Accessories
(stored on
hand grip)
20
21
22
2.1

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IMPORTANT
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on the
data plate on the underside of the cleaner.
VACUUM CONTROLS
Handle/Hose Grip (Fig. 2.5)
1Brushroll On/Off Button
Push to turn Brushroll on and off.
2Suction Control Valve
To clean delicate fabrics, slide the Suction
Control Valve to the open position to lower the
suction.
Slide as shown to open and close the Valve.
Nozzle (Fig. 2.6)
3 Handle Release Pedal
Step on the Handle Release Pedal to lower hand
grip into cleaning position.
2.5
CLOSED - OPEN
1
2
2.6
IMPORTANT
Brushroll will not run until handle is released.
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2.8 Power Nozzle is
recommended for
vacuuming wood,
laminate coverings
and ceramic floor
surfaces. Simply push
brushroll button on
handle to off and begin
hard floor cleaning.
2.7 After attaching the
Power Nozzle, set the
Floor Selector to the
proper setting for your
carpet type. Reference
the “Vacuum Controls”
section under “How to
Operate” for carpet
settings of Power
Nozzle.
CARPET
CLEANING
HARD FLOOR
CLEANING
2.7 2.8
STAIR
CLEANING
2.10 Clean stairs from
bottom to top.
EDGE
CLEANING
2.9 Guide side of
Nozzle parallel to edge
of carpet or furniture as
shown.
2.9
IMPORTANT
Take extra care when vacuuming stairs. Do not
store canister in vertical position.
2.10

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ATTACHING TOOLS
2.12 Tools may be attached directly to the hand grip or
to the wand. Firmly push tool into the hand grip or wand.
Twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen connection.
C
SELECT THE PROPER TOOL 2.11
AB
A. Crevice Tool may be used in tight spaces, corners,
and along edges in such places as dresser drawers,
upholstered furniture, stairs and baseboards. (Tool
stored under Hand Grip)
B. Dusting Brush with swivel neck may be used to dust
furniture, lamps, lighting fixtures, blinds, baseboards,
shutters and registers. May also be used for upholstered
furniture, draperies, tapestries and mattresses. (Tool
stored under Hand Grip)
C. Power Nozzle may be used for carpets, rugs and
hard floor surfaces. (See “Hard Floor Cleaning” section
for instructions)
2.12

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Actual model may vary from images shown.
DIRT CUP
When to Clean
Empty the Dirt Cup at the end of each cleaning
session and before the dirt reaches the fill line.
How to Clean
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
3.1 Press button on the handle located on the Dirt
Cup Lid and pull Dirt Cup Out.
3.2 Holding Dirt Cup over trash receptacle, press
Dirt Cup Door Release Button to open and empty
Dirt Cup. When all the dirt has fallen, close the Dirt
Cup Door and replace.
UMBRELLA TUBE
When to Clean
Check Umbrella Tube on a monthly basis and clean
when it is wrapped with debris. Check more
frequently if cleaning up pet hair or you have family
members with long hair.
How to Clean
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove Dirt Cup as described in Fig. 3.1.
3.3 Press red Dirt Cup Door Release Button to
open Dirt Cup Door.
3.4 Twist Umbrella Tube left and remove from
bottom of the Dirt Cup and remove debris.
Replace Umbrella Tube in bottom of Dirt Cup and
twist right.
3.1 3.2
3.4
3.3
CAUTION
! !
Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before performing any general
maintenance.
Do not use cleaner without Dirt Cup, Umbrella Tube or Filters in place.
It is recommended that you clean the Filters every time the Dirt Cup is emptied for consistent cleaning
performance of your machine.
Very fine materials, such as face powder or cornstarch, may clog the filter and cause a reduction in
performance. When using the cleaner for this type of dust, empty the cup and clean the filters often.
3. MAINTENANCE
Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure
continued cleaning effectiveness.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

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Actual model may vary from images shown.
LIFETIME PRIMARY FILTER
What to Buy: Lifetime Primary Filter
To assure cleaning effectiveness, use only
Hoover®service part only, #302445001.
It is important that you use only genuine
HOOVER®parts to assure your cleaner
operates at peak performance. To order Filters
please visit www.hoover.com. HOOVER®parts
can be identified by the trademark-
IMPORTANT
This is located on the canister behind the Dirt
Cup bin.
When to Clean
It is recommended that the Primary Filter be
checked and cleaned periodically depending on the
frequency of use and volume of dirt being picked up
on each cleaning.
How to Clean
3.5 Release the Primary Filter Cover by lifting up
the tab.
3.6 Lift off the Filter Cover to gain access to the
Filter Assembly. Separate the Filter from Filter
Frame and remove.
3.7 Hold Filter under cold running water to remove
dirt and debris. Squeeze Filter to remove excess
water.
IMPORTANT
Allow Filter to dry completely before replacing,
which may take up to 24 hours. Do not use any
detergents or boiling water to wash the Filters.
Once completely dry, return the Lifetime Primary
Filter to the Filter Frame, replace Filter Assembly
into canister and replace cover.
3.5 3.6
3.7
HEPA EXHAUST FILTER
When to Clean
The HEPA Filter is intended to be a lifetime Filter.
Inspect HEPA Filter at the same time Primary Filter
is cleaned. Over time, it is normal for the Filter to
turn gray. If HEPA Filter appears visibly dirty, follow
cleaning instructions.
How to Clean
3.8 Release the HEPA Filter Cover and remove the
Cover as shown. Remove the Filter by pulling the
tab towards you.
3.9 Gently tap the Pleated Filter on the inside of a
trash receptacle to remove excess dust and dirt.
Once cleaned, return the HEPAFilter to the vacuum
cleaner. Replace the HEPA Filter Cover before
restarting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT
Be careful not to damage Filter pleats.
Replace Filter if any sign of damage.
WARNING
! !
DO NOT WASH OR APPLY WATER TO
PLEATED FILTER.
3.8 3.9