Hoover SH40055 User manual

OWNER'SMANUAL
Operatingand Servicing Instructions
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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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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING:TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,
ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURY:
• 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 usewith damagedcord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water.
• Do notpull or carry by cord, use cord asa handle,close a door oncord, or pull cord
around sharp edgesor corners.
• Donot unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, graspthe plug, not the cord.
• Donot handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Donot put anyobject intoopenings. Donot usewith anyopening blocked; keepfree
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduceair 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. Donot place carpet cleaner on stairs.
• Donot useto 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.
• Donot pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,or
hot ashes.
• Donot use without Dirt Cupand /or Filters in place.
• Unplug before connecting Turbine HandTool.
• The use of an extensioncord is not recommended.
• Donot point tools toward peopleor pets.
• Donot 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.

Aninternalthermalprotectorhasbeendesignedintoyourcleanertoprotectitfrom
overheating.Whenthethermalprotectoractivates,thecleanerwillstoprunning.If
thishappens,proceedasfollows:
1.TurnthecleanerOFFanddisconnectitfromtheelectricaloutlet.
2.CheckPrimaryFilter,HEPAFilter,andUmbrellaTubefordirtaccumulation.
3.Referto"Troubleshooting"section.
4.Whencleanerisunpluggedandthemotorcoolsfor30minutes,thethermal
protectorautomaticallyresetsandcleaningmaycontinue.
Ifthethermalprotectorcontinuestoactivateafterfollowingtheabovesteps,your
cleanermayneedservicing(see"Service"section).
CAUTION:
TO REDUCETHERISKOFDAMAGE:
•Avoidpicking up hard,sharpobjectswith this product,asthey maycausedamage.
• Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hoseas they can cause damage.
WARNING:
• To reducethe risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarizedplug (one blade
is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarizedoutlet 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. Donot change the plug in any way.

CARTON CONTENTS
A. Canister
B. Hose
C. Telescopic/Bidirectional Wand
D. Crevice Tool
E. Dusting Brush
R Power Nozzle
Remove all parts from carton and
identify each item shown.
Make sure all parts are located
before disposing of packing
materials.
E
CONNECTHOSE
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.
• IMPORTANT-
The flexible hose contains electrical wires for
connection to the Power Nozzle and should
not be used if damaged, cut or punctured.
CONNECTWAND
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.
E
F
CONNECT
NOZZLE
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.
5Actual model may vary from images shown.

CLEANERDESCRIPTION
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)
Canister
9Power Nozzle
Hose/Hand GripNVand/
Accessories
stored on 15
hand grip)
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1
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.
CORDRELEASE/
REWIND
2.3 To unwind Power
Cord from Vacuum, pull
out to desired length.
CARRY HANDLE
2.4 Use the carry handle
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
one hand. This will prevent the cord from whipping
which could cause damage or injury.
Actual model may vary from images shown. 6

VACUUM CONTROLS
I • IMPORTANT. I
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on the
data plate on the underside of the cleaner.
Handle/HoseGrip(Fig. 2.5)
1Brushroll On/Off Button
Push to turn Brushroll on and off.
2 Suction 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.
•IMPORTANT. IBrushroll will not run until handle is released.
CLOSED-OPEN
CARPET
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.
HARD FLOOR
CLEANING
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.
EDGE
CLEANING
2.9 Guide side of
Nozzle parallel to edge
of carpet or furniture as
shown.
STAIR
CLEANING
2.10 Clean stairs from
bottom to top.
•IMPORTANT. I
Take extra care when vacuuming stairs. Do not
store canister in vertical position.
7Actual model may vary from images shown.

SELECTTHE PROPER TOOL
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)
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ATTACHINGTOOLS
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.
Actual model may vary from images shown. 8

Familiarizeyourselfwiththesehomemaintenancetasksasproperuseandcareofyourcleanerwillensure
continuedcleaningeffectiveness.
Anyotherservicingshouldbedonebyanauthorizedservicerepresentative.
CAUTIONA
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.
DIRT CUP
Whento Clean
Empty the Dirt Cup at the end of each cleaning
session and before the dirt reaches the fill line.
Howto 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.
UMBRELLATUBE
Whento 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.
Howto 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.
9Actual model may vary from images shown.

LIFETIME PRIMARY FILTER
• IMPORTANT•
This is located on the canister behind the Dirt
Cup bin.
Whento 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.
Howto 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.
HEPAEXHAUST FILTER
Whento 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.
HowtoClean
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 HEPA Filter 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.
AWARNINGA
DO NOT WASH OR APPLY WATER TO
PLEATED FILTER.
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