Hoover U4001 User manual

Hoover,®
Convertible
Cleaner
Model U4001 Owners
Manual

HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR
NEW HOOVER CLEANER
ASSEMBLE HANDLE PIECES
Remove cardboard from end of handle pieces.
Slide the two handle pieces together. Check to
see that cord clips are on the same side of the
handle. Insert bolt through small holes and
secure with nut. Tighten nut with screwdriver.
If the nut and bolt are not
assembled as shown in the
illustration, the holes in the
handle pieces are not lined
up correctly.
ATTACH HANDLE TO CLEANER
Unscrew nut and remove bolt and
plate from handle socket. Place
handle so that the holes in the
bottom of the handle are directly
in line with the electrical prongs
and make sure the handle is
positioned so that the switch is
to rear of cleaner.
Push down until handle is
securely in place. Insert bolt
through small holes of handle
pieces and secure with nut.
Tighten nut with screwdriver.
If boll appears' too short, the
plate is on backwards or upside
down. Make sure that the con-
tour of the plate fits around the
handle as in illustration.
OPERATE THIS CLEANER ONLY AT VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON
DATA PLATE ON BOTTOM OF CLEANER.
(c The Hoover Company 197

HOW TO ATTACH OUTER
JACKET TO CLEANER
Place the two projections at the
bottom of the outer bag assembly
inside the wire loops at the back
of the cleaner. Pull the bag clip
to tile left and fit bag against
opening. When you release the
bag clip, make sure that it fits
completely over the bag lock.
Attach the spring to the support
hook, which is located on tile
handle.
HOW TO ATTACH THROW-
AWAY BAG TO CLEANER
Open the outer jacket and pull
out tube. Roll rubber bag
retainer down the tube toward
the cleaner. Slip the open end of
the throw-away bag onto tube and
push as [!ar back as possible. (Be
sure to match arrow or1 throw-away
bag with the 0 mark on the tube.)
Unroll the rubber bag retainer so
it holds bag firmly in place.
Grasp the pleats on each side of
the throw-away bag at dotted line
and pull out until entire dotted
line is visible. Place throw-
away bag inside the outer
jacket without folding and
close jacket.
After turning cleaner on, push
down on the handle until the
front of the cleaner is free
from the carpet. This insures
that the throw-away bag
is inflated.

To turn d.p,,
cleaner on, _ \
push switch \ \
down. To \
turn cleaner
off, pull the|
switch up. ._
HANDLE ADJUSTMENTS
The handle on your cleaner has three positions storage, operating,
and low (for reaching under low furniture). The handle can be
lowered by stepping on pedal at the left rear of cleaner. The handle
stiould always be in storage position when cleaning tools are used.
RUG ADJUSTMENTS
The rug adjustment lever located on the right
rear of the cleaner offers four different positions
for better cleaning on a wide range of carpet. The
four positions are: LOW, NORMAL, HIGH
and SHAG.
To select the desired rug position, tilt the cleaner
forward and adjust the lever until it "clicks"
into the desired position.
For best results the lever is conveniently adjusted
by hand.
Select the LOW setting for cleaning Indoor/Outdoor carpet. Notice that
the nozzle of the cleaner is flush with the carpet. For rugs of normal
pile height, select the NORMAL position. If the cleaner is difficult
to push, move the lever to the HIGH position. Choose the SHAG
position for cleaning very long or shag pile carpet.
Note: When removing loose dirt from hard surface floors, adjust the
cleaner to the NORMAL position. The LOW setting on the cleaner
lowers the nozzle to the carpet for effective cleaning of LOW carpet.
However, be certain to change the rug position when cleaning normal
or shag pile carpet, if the LOW setting is used when cleaning normal
or shag pile carpet, there is an increase in the belt load and pushing effort
is greatly increased.
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR
IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES.

DELUXE CLEANING SET: Vinyl Hose
and Converter, Telescoping Extension Wand,
Crevice Tool, Upholstery Nozzle, Dusting
Brush, and Bare Floor Brush.
STANDARD CLEANING SET:
Vinyl Hose and Converter,
Extension Wand, Crevice Tool,
and Upholstery Brush.
USING YOUR ATTACHMENTS
NOTE; When using tools, select SHAG RUG POSITION on cleaner.
You can convert your cleaner for use with the attachments in a matter of
seconds, and you will find a tool for almost every cleaning job in your
home.
The Upholstery Nozzle or Upholstery Brush conveniently cleans up-
holstered furniture, draperies, tapestries, mattresses, clothing, carpeted
stairs and automobile interiors. The Crevice Tool is most useful for hard-
to-reach areas, edges of wall-to-wall carpeting, between appliances and
crevices of wooden furniture.
STORING
ATTACHMENTS*
Your vinyl attachment kit has
been designed so that all of the
attachments plus the telescoping
wand can be packed inside. For
ease in storage, it can be hung
on the cord clip of the cleaner.
(The kit has two slots located
near the top for ease in hanging.)
Also it can be hung conveniently
on a hook in the closet.
*A vailable with Deluxe Set only.

TO CONNECT CONVERTER TO CLEANER
Tilt the cleaner so the underside is
visible. Insert the converter in the
track on the underside of the cleaner.
Push converter all the
way in to the red line.
It is not necessary to
remove the belt.
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, push in on the plastic latch
and extend wand until it locks itself
in place. To shorten, use opposite
procedure.
*Available with Deluxe Set only

MANY USES FOR CLEANING ATTACHMENTS
Vinyl Hose
Hose has vinyl jacket for long,
trouble-free life.
Floor Brush*
All hard floors and carpeted
stairs.
Upholstery Nozzle or
Upholstery Brush
Upholstered furniture, draperies,
tapestries, mattresses, clothing,
automobile interiors, carpeted
stairs.
Dusting Brush*
Carved furniture, table tops,
books, lamps, lighting fixtures,
Venetian blinds, shutters, registers,
baseboards.
Crevice Tool
Upholstered furniture, edges of
wall-to-wall carpeting, radiators,
dresser drawers, spaces between
kitchen equipment.
*A vail_tble with Deluxe Set only.
HOW TO CONNECT
ATTACHMENTS
To connect the cleaning
attachments to either the
telescoping wand or hose,
press down on the plastic
latch. (See illustration.) Fit
the attachment into place. Be
sure the button on the attach-
ment is locked in place. To
release, press down on plastic
spring latch and remove.

HELPFUL INSTRUCTIONS ON USING YOUR CLEANER
EASY TO CARRY. Your cleaner has a convenient carrying handle
located underneath the handle bail.
DON'T PICK UP HARD, SHARP OBJECTS. with the cleaner. They
may damage the belt, the moving parts, and the bag.
TAKE CARE OF THE CORD
1. Wind it loosely on cord hooks to avoid unnecessary strain.
2. Grasp the plug (not the cord) to disconnect from wall outlet as it
may cause damage to cord, plug, prongs or receptacle.
3. Don't run cleaner over cord it may damage insulation.
CLEANING YOUR ATTACHMENTS. To clean the hose wipe off dirt
with a cloth dampened with a liquid detergent. Use a damp cloth to
remove detergent. Cleaning attachments may be washed in warm water
with a detergent. Rinse and let dry before using.
CAUTION: Never turn the cleaner upside down or attempt to service
it in any manner while it is connected to the electrical outlet.
HOW TO USE YOUR CLEANER ON
LIGHTWEIGHT FLEXIBLE RUGS
Stand on one end of the rug and move cleaner toward other end.
Before reaching the other end, push down on the handle. This will
lift up the nozzle (front of cleaner) and will prevent the rug from
clinging to the cleaner. Continue to lift up the nozzle of the cleaner
when you have reached the end. Push down on the handle until tile
cleaner is completely off the rug. Move the cleaner back to start
again and lower the nozzle, using only forward strokes.
IF TROUBLE OCCURS. If the cleaner does not pick up surface dirt,
it is an indication that something is wrong. Here are some of the things
you should check before calling the service man.
1. CHECK BAG (SEE PAGES3 AND 9)
2. CHECK BELT (SEE PAGE 10)
3. CHECK AGITATOR BRUSHES (SEE PAGE 12)
4. CHECK RUG ADJUSTMENT (SEE PAGE 4)
If you need further help, call your Hoover Service Station or Hoover
Dealer.

NOTE: Disconnect cord before replacing parts.
THE BAG
Your Hoover cleaner has a durable outer jacket which covers the
throw-away bag. A light wiping with a damp cloth will keep this
outer jacket clean.
To assure that your Hoover cleaner operates at peak performance
it is imperative that you use only genuine Hoover throw-away
filter bags made by The Hoover Company. Genuine Hoover bags
can be identified by the Hoover Medallion. These
bags are made from special material which is
scientifically formulated to filter out dust while
allowing air to flow through freely.
WHEN TO REPLACE
Check the bag from time to time. When dirt reaches the dotted
line printed on the throw-away bag, the bag should be changed.
If you let more dirt than this accumulate, your 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 Deal-
er, or from Hoover Factory Service Stations listed on the white
insert.
WHEN ORDERING BAGS BE SURE TO MENTION THE MODEL
OF YOUR CLEANER. This is located on the bottom side of the
main casting at the opening where the
cleaning tool converter is inserted.

THE BELT
The belt of your Hoover cleaner controls the
speed of the rug agitator and is important for
the efficient operation of your cleaner. Be-
cause of this, it is important when buying a
new belt that you always insist on a genuine
Hoover belt. Some other belts on the market,
not manufactured under Hoover design and
quality controls, do not operate the agitator
correctly and create undue stress which
will damage your Hoover cleaner. Genuine Hoover belts have the
word HOOVER embossed on the belt.
WHEN TO REPLACE THE BELT
Check from time to time to be sure the belt is in good condition.
If it is stretched or cut, it should be replaced.
HOW TO REPLACE THE BELT
1Disconnect cleaner
from electrical out-
let before replacing belt.
2Turn cleaner over.
Remove metal plate on
bottom of cleaner by
pushing latches toward
outside of cleaner.
3Release worn belt
from pulley.
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4 Lift out rug
agitator, remove
old belt and place
new belt in groove
of rug agitator.
5Replace agita-
tor. On one end of
the agitator roll
there is a raised
metal platb. Make
sure that this end
is placed in
groove on side
of cleaner.
6 Place belt on
pulley. Side of
belt nearest
cleaner should
be in line with
arrow on bottom
of cleaner.
7Replace metal
plate. Place metal
knobs on front
end of plate in
wire holders.
Check to see that
latches are push-
ed back and will
not be covered by
plate. Place plate
in position and
latch securely.

THE BRUSHES
When brushes are worn and bristles
do not touch the edge of acard
held across the nozzle, they should
be replaced. Always replace both
brushes at the same time to
maintain cleaning efficiency.
TO REPLACE THE BRUSHES
1 (Disconnect the Cleaner from
Electrical Outlet) before re-
placing brushes.
To replace worn brushes,
remove bottom plate, belt and
agitator, following directions
given on Page 10. Turn end
plate of agitator in opposite
direction until one plate comes
off.
3 Then pry out end section.
4After end section is removed,, tap
the shaft gently with a hammer.
5Pull shaft from agitator.
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Remove brushes by forcing out
with screwdriver. Replace with
new brushes. Slide them into
the channel and push in as far
as possible.
Replace shaft, lining up the
locator on shaft with slot on the
agitator. Replace other end
section and end plate and
tighten° Replace agitator in
cleaner. (See Page 11.)

SERVICE
Service and genuine Hoover replacement parts may be obtained from
Hoover Factory Service Stations, or Authorized Warranty Service
Dealers, as listed on white insert.
For service in Warranty, follow instructions set forth in Guarantee.
When ordering new parts, make sure that you always mention the model
number of the product.
Lubrication: The motor is equipped with one ball bearing and one sleeve
bearing. The ball bearing should be lubricated periodically, but the
sleeve bearing takes no lubricant. The addition of lubricant to the sleeve
bearing could cause damage.
The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated
periodically. Lubrication of these ball bearings should be done by The
Hoover Factory Service Station or the Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer, as listed on the white insert.
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UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR
IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the
cleaner. They may damage the belt, moving
parts, and the bag.
• Do not use cleaner to pick up matches or cig-
arette butts.
• Change bag frequently when picking up very
fine materials such as powder.
• Instruct children not to play with the cleaner
and to stay clear of cleaner when it is in use.
•Keep feet, hands and hair clear of agitator when
cleaner is in operation.
TAKE CARE OF THE CORD
1. Wind it loosely on cord hooks to avoid unne-
cessary strain.
2. Grasp the plug (not the cord) to disconnect
from wall outlet as it may cause damage to
cord, plug, prongs or receptacle.
3. Don't run cleaner over cord - it may damage
insulation.
• The use of an extension cord is not recom-
mended.
•Unplug cleaner when not in use.
• Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet
before servicing the cleaner.
• If cleaner is in disrepair, do not attempt to
operate.
•Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at
Hoover Factory Service Stations or Authorized
Hoover Warranty Service Dealers.

INDEX
ADJUSTING CLEANER TO RUG ........................ 4
ASSEMBLING CLEANER ............................. 2-3
ATTACHMENTS .................................... 5-7
BELT ............................................ 10-11
BRUSHES .......................................... 12
HANDLE ADJUSTMENTS .............................. 4
HELPFUL HINTS ..................................... 8
ORDERING PARTS., ................................ 13
SERVICE ........................................... 13
THROW-AWAY BAG ................................ 3, 9
THE HOOVER COMPANY, NORTH CANTON, OHIO 44720
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