Hoover uh70608 User manual

OWNER'SMANUAL
Operatingand ServicingInstructions
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Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
THIS PRODUCTIS INTENDED FORHOUSEHOLDUSE ONLY.
IF USEDCOMMERCIALLY WARRANTYIS VOID.
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MAHUFACTURIN6CODE
Label located on back of vacuum)
Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................3
Vacuum Assembly ...................................................................................................... 5
Canon Contents .................................................................................... .................. 5
Attach Handle .......................................................................................................... 5
Attach Dirt Cup ........................................................................................................ 5
Position Tools .......................................................................................................... 5
How To Use................................................................................................................. 6
Vacuum Description ................................................................................................. 6
On-Off Switch .......................................................................................................... 6
Suction Only Mode,' BrushrotIShut-Off .................................................................... 6
Cord Release ........................................................................................................... 6
Folding Handle ........................................................................................................ 7
Transporting Cleaner ............................................................................................... 7
Handle Positions ...................................................................................................... 7
Carpet Height Adjustment ........................................................................................7
Tools .......................................................................................................................... 8
.... Select Proper Tool ................................................................................................... 8
Removing Hose ....................................................................................................... 8
Attach 'Wand And Tools ...........................................................................................8
How To Clean Tools ................................................................................................. 8
Stafr Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 9
Cord Rewind and Storage ....................................................................................... 9
Maintenance ................................................................................................................ t0
Dirt Cup ................................................................................................................... 10
Filters....................................................................................................................... 11
Brushrotl .................................................................................................................. 12
Hose ........................................................................................................................ 13
AiPPowered Hand Tool ........................................................................................... 13
Headlight ................................................................................................................. 13
Belt .......................................................................................................................... t4
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 15
Service ......................................................................................................................... 16
Warranty ...................................................................................................................... 17
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
foilowed, including the following:
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSINGTHISAPPLIANCE.
WARNING:TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,
ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURY:
*Fullyassemblebeforeoperating.
.Operatecleaneronlyat voltagespecifiedon datalabel on backof cleaner.
.Donot leaveappliancewhenpluggedin. Unplugfrom outlet when not in useand
beforecleaningor servicing.
o Do not useoutdoorsor on wet surfaces.
.Do not allow to be usedas a toy. Not intendedfor useby childrenage 12 and
under.Closesupervision is necessarywhen usednear children. Toavoid injury
or damage,keepchildrenawayfrom product,and do not allowchildrento place
fingers or other objectsintoanyopenings.
. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachmentsand products.
• Do not usewith damagedcord or plug. If applianceis notworking as it should,
has been dropped,damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,take it to a
servicecenter prior to continuing use.
*Do not pull or carry by cord, usecordas a handle,close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edgesor corners. Do not placeproduct on cord. Do not run
applianceovercord. Keepcord awayfrom heatedsurfaces.
• Donot unplug by pulling on cord.To unplug,graspthe plug, notthe cord.
o Do nothandle plugor appliancewith wet hands.
• Do not putanyobject into openings.Donot usewith anyopening blocked;keep
free of dust,lint, hair,and anythingthat may reduceair flow.
• Keephair,looseclothing,fingers,and all partsof bodyawayfrom openingsand
moving parts.
• Turn off all controls beforeunplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaningon stairs. To avoid personalinjury or damage,
and to preventthe cleanerfrom falling, alwaysplacecleanerat bottom of stairs
on floor. Donot placecleaneron stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or
damage.
• Donot useto pick up flammableor combustibleliquids, suchasgasoline,or fine
wood sandings,or usein areaswherethey may bepresent.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not atlow plug to whip when
rewinding.
o UnplugbeforeconnectingAir-PoweredHandTool.
*Do notpick up anythingthat is burningor smoking, such ascigarettes,matches,
or hot ashes.
° Do not usewithout Dirt Cupand/orFiltersin place.
-WARNING:This product contains chemicalsknown to the State of Californiato
cause cancer, birth defects or reproductiveharm. WASH HANDS AFr£R
HANDLING, 3

CAUTION:TOREDUCETHERISKOFDAMAGE:
*Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may cause
damage.
, Store appropriately indoorsin a dry place.Donot exposemachine to freezing
temperatures.
*Donot usesharp objects to cleanout hoseasthey can causedamage.
-With brushroll on, do not a]]ow cleanerto sit in one location for an extended
periodof time, as damageto floor can result.
WARNING:
°To reducethe risk of electricshock,this appliancehasa polarizedplug (oneblade
is widerthan theother). This plug willfit in a polarizedoutlet onlyoneway. ifthe
plug doesnotfit fully in theoutlet, reversetheplug. if itstill doesnotfit, contacta
qualifiedelectricanto instalithe properoutlet.Donotchangethe plug in anyway.

CARTONCONTENTS
A, Handle*
8, Vacuum Base
C, Air-Powered Hand Tool*
D. Air-Powered Hand Tool Ctip*
E, Crevice Tool
F. DustinglUpholste_ Tool"
G, Telescoping Wand
H. Screw (for assembly)
LDirt CUp
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"Varies per model
Remove all parts from carton
and identify each item shown.
Make sure all parts are located
before disposing of packing
materiaIs.
Additional parts may be ordered at
Hoover, com or call 1-800-944-9200.
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ATTACHHANDLE
(varies per model)
Note: Remove the screw located in the vacuum
base and set aside until instruction 1,3
1,2 Insert handle section into vacuum base, Push
down firmly.
1.3 Using a Phillips screwdriver, fasten (1) screw
behind handle into vacuum base. .......
ATTACHDIRTCUP
1.4 Place bottom of din cup intovacuum body first,
Pivot cup into vacuum, Dirt cup is secure when you
hear a click,
POSITIONTOOLS(ve.espermodel)
1,5 Secure Air-Powered Hand Tool Clip (A) over
ridges on side of handle, Attach bottom of Air-
Powered Hand Tool and pivot into clip until secure.
1,6 Place Crevice Toot into Wand and slide into
tool storage area on left back side (B) of vacuum
and place Upholstery Tool on right back side (C) of
vacuum as shown,
5Actual model may vary from images shown,

VACUUMDESCRIPTION,.
1. Handle**
2. ON/OFF Switch
3. Dirt Cup Release Button
4. Carry Handle
5. Dirt Cup
6. Stair Cleaning Handle
7, Headlight*
8. Height Adjustment
9. Furniture Guard
10. BrushrolI On/Off Pedal*
(Suction Onty Mode)
I1. Cord Rewind Pedal*
12. Filter made with HEPA media
and Carbon Filter* Access
13. Rinsable Filter Access
14, System Check Indicator
15. Air-Powered Hand Tool **
l& Crevice Tool (inside wand)
17. Telescoping Wand
18. Hose
19, Handle Release Pedal
20. Hose Tube
21. Hose Release Button
22, Dusting! Upholstery Tool**
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*Available on select models onIy
*'Varies per model
ON-OFFSWITCH
2,2 Plug cord into
electrical outlet.
To turn vacuum ON,
push ON/OFF switch
once.
To turn vacuum OFF,
push switch again.
SUCTIONONLYMODE/BRUSHROLLSHUT-OFF
for bare floors and very high pile carpet
2.3 For optimal cleaning performance on bare floors
and carpet with pile deeper than I", brushroll should
be turned off.
The vacuum isshipped with the brushroll in the ON
position. To turn brushrc_II OFF for Suction Onty
Mode, Step on pedal (A).
•IMPORTANT•
Pedal (A) is inactive when the cleaner is in the
upright position.
,ACAUTION
BrushroI_ should be in off position for cleaning of
high pile carpet deeper than 1".
CORDRELEASE 2,4 Grasp the end of the plug and pull to release cord
from cord reel until red tape is reached,
•IMPORTANT,
When pulling on the cord, yellow tape wilt identify
when the cord is atmost fully extended. When red
tape isvisibIe on thecord, the cord has reached itsfull
length, Do not pullthe cord past the red tape
Actual model may vary from images shown. "6

FOLDINGHANDLEto,',,to,'ag,,.
(Availableon select modelsonly)
2.5 Press Handle
Release (A) to fold the
handle to storage
position.
TRANSPORTINGCLEANER
2.6 To move your
cleaner from room to
room, put handle in
upright position, tilt
cleaner back on rear
wheels and push
forward.
HANDLEPOSITIONS
2.7 The handle of your
cleaner has two
positions: 1) Uptight for
storage and when using
cleaning tools. 2)
Operating position for
general operation on
carpets and ftoors.
Step on handle release
pedal to lower handle.
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CARPETHEIGHTADJUSTMENT
l2.8 To adjust height setting, PUSH DOWN and
TURN knob (A) to desired height setting.
For maximum cleaning performance, the following
carpet height settings are recommended:
•Lowest setting (1): for bare floors.
• Low set_ng (2): for all types of carpel
•Higher Se_ngs: for very deep pile carpet,
where easier pushing effort is desired, while
maintaining good cleaning performance.
•IMPORTANT-
If the vacuum is difficult to push, push down and
turn knob to the next higher setting.
7Actual model may vary from images shown,

Tools allow for cleaning surfaces above the floor and for reaching hard to clean areas.
The vacuum is ready for tool use when handle is in upright position.
SELECTPROPERTOOL
(Tools may vary per model)
A. Use Dusting; Upholstery Tool to ciean
upholstered furniture, draperies, mattresses,
clothing, and carpeted stairs. (TooI varies per
model)
B. Air-Powered Hand Tool may be used for
upholstered furniture, draperies, mattresses,
clothing, and carpeted stairs. (Tool varies per
model)
C. Telescoping Wand is used to give extra length
to your hose. Use it with any of the above tools.
......................................................................................................................................................D-: Ci_iice T661 _y ....
Dcorners and along edges in such places as
dresser drawers, upholstered furniture, stairs and
baseboards.
REMOVINGHOSE
3.2 When usingcleaning
tools, place cleaner
handle in the upright
pOsition. The agitator
brushroll will not rotate
when the cleaner is in
the upright pos_on.
To remove hose for tool
use, press the hose
release button and pull
hose end out.
To lock back into place,
push hose into hose
tube until you hear a
click.
AWARNINGA
To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug
before cleaning or servicing,
!
ATTACHWANDANDTOOLS
(Tools may vary per model)
3.3 Attach tool or wand
to the hose (A).
Attach tool to wand (B)
by pushing it firmly onto
the wand.
Twist wand or tool
slightly to tighten or
loosen the connection.
To extend wand, twist
counter-clockwise to
the unlocked position,
extend wand & twist
clockwise until tight.
Reverse to collapse.
,&WARNING,&
Unplug vacuum before connecting Air-
Powered Hand Tool.
,& CAUTION,&
Not to be used for grooming a pet.
HOWTO CLEANTOOLS
To clean Hose and Air-Powered Hand Tool, wipe
with a damp cloth. DO NOT submerge in water.
Olher cleaning tools may be washed in warm water
w_th a mild detergent. Rinse and air dry 24 hours
before using.
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STAIRCLEANING
3.4 Lift vacuum by Stair Cleaning Handle and
position on stairs. CIean forward to back. Never
Ieave the vacuum standing on stairs when not
cleaning.
3.5 Use the Hose and Air-Powered Hand Tool
(Too] varies per model) for stair cfeaning, When using
tools, always ensure handle is in upright position.
,A CAUTIONA
Use extra care when Cleaning on stairs. To avoid personat injuryor damage, and to prevent the cleaner
from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture,
as it may result in injury or damage, When using tools, always ensure handle is in upright position.
CORDREWINDANDSTORAGE
3.6 To return cord for storage, unplug from waft.
To return cord for storage, hold plug and press
down Cord Release Pedal (A) on side of cord reel.
IAWARNINGA I
IHold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not I
[ allow plug to whip when rewinding. ]
9Actual model may vary from images shown.

Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and
care of your vacuum will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.
4.1 The System Check Indicator located at (A), alerts you to possible system
performance issues.
PROBLEM POSSIBLEcAUsE POSSIBLESOLUTION"
If System Check ,_'}_i_i_s_lSl_i!fiI__df_ifi[te_:_&_b_ _-t_l_6_i_fj[l_t_l_
Indicator is red: _5! B._P_e_s_L_:_;,.::_%_;_-;_:_ HE;__Y_e&_I_:_._;_÷_-,_
2. Dirt cup is full and/or clogged. 2. Empty dirt cup - reference pg. 11
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
NOTICE
A 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 cleaner OFF and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
2. Empty dirt CUp.
3. Inspect the nozzle inlet, hose connector, hose, dirt cup inlet, cyclonic filter, rinsable filter, and
HEPA filter for any obstructions. Clear obstructions if present.
4. When cleaner is unplugged and motor cools for 30 minutes, the thermal protector will deactivate
and cleaning may continue.
If the thermat protector continues to activate after following the above steps, your cleaner
needs servicing.
DIRTCUP
WhentoEmpty
4.2 To maintain optimat performance, empty the dirt cup before the dirt cup
reaches the max line (A). Place the vacuum in the upright position before
removing the dirt cup.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug before cleaning or
servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or filters in place.
Very fine materials, such as face powder or cornstarch, may seal the filter
and cause a reduction in performance. When using the vacuum for this
type of dust, empty the cup and clean the filters often,
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