Hoover WindTunnel 2 User manual

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Owner's Manual
English -_ pages 3-20
ESPANOL "_ p_g 20-31
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02

When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions,
including the following:
READ ALE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
electric shock, or injury:
•Do not use outdoors or on wet • Do not put any object into
surfaces, openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust,
•Close supervision is necessary lint, hair, and anything that may
when any appliance is used by or reduce air flow.
near children. Do not allow vacu-
um cleaner to be used as a toy or •Do not pull or carry by cord,
to run unattended at any time. use cord as a handle, close door
on cord or pull cord around sharp
•Keep hair, loose clothinR, fin- edges or corners. Do not run
gets, feet and all parts of body appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from openings, rotatinR aRi- away from heated surfaces.
tators and other movinR parrs. Do
not operate cleaner in hare feet or •Always disconnect cord from elec-
when wearing open toe shoes or trical outlet before servicing the
sandals, cleaner.
• Do not pick up anything that is • Turn cleaner off and unplug
burning or smokmR, such as ciga- when not in use.
rettes, matches, or_hot ashes. • Do not unplug by pulling on
•Do not use to pick up flamma- cord. To unpluR, grasp the plug,
ble or combustible liqm'ds such as not the cord. I_ever handle plug or
gasoline or fine wood sandinRs or appliance with wet hands.
use in areas where they may I)e
present. • The use of an extension cord is
not recommended.
• Avoid Ricking up hard, sharp
objects with the cleaner. They may • Do not use with damaged cord
damage the cleaner, or pluR. If appliance is not working
as it st_ould, has been dropped,
• Always turn off this appliance damaged, left outdoors, or
before connecting or disconnect- dropped into water, take it to a
ing hose. Hoover Sales and Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty
• Unplug cleaner before connect- Service Dealer.
ing the powered pet hair cleaning
tool. •Use vacuum cleaner only for its
intended use as described in the
•Do not use without dirt cup or instructions.
filters in place. Empty cup fre-
quently when picking up very fine • Use only attachments recom-
materials such as powder, mended by Hoover; others may
cause hazards.
• Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
Owner's Manual )
English -_ pages 3-20
ESPANOL _ p,_g 22-34
Important safeguards ........ 3
Unpacking ................ 4
Carton contents ............ 4
Cleaner description .......... 6
Using the cleaner ........... 7
Transporting ............. 7
Embedded DirtFinder TM
feature (some models) ...... 8
Cleaning rugs ............ 8
Using tools ........... 9-10
Powered pet hair cleaning
tool ............... 14-16
Cleaning stairs ......... 10
Maintenance .............. 10
Emptying dirt cup ...... 10-11
Filters ................. 11
Replacing headlight ....... 12
Luorication ............. 17
Clearing blockages ........ 16
Agitator brush roll ...... 12-13
Agitator brush roll belt ..... 13
Replacing powered pet hair
cleaning tool brush roll. 14-15
Replacing powered pet hair
oeaning tool belt ........ 15
Thermal protector ........ 15
Service ................. 17
Troubleshooting ........... 18
Warranty ................ 19
Parts & accessories mail
reorder form ............ 29
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www.hoover.oom
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A or B
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C
A. or B. Cleaner body and Hose
C. Telescoping handle/wand
D. Tag Along TM grip
E. Hose clip and (2) Tag
Along TMhandle screws
F. Tools
G. Floor brush*
H. Extra Reach TMhose*
*Available on some models.
Attach Tag Along TMgrip
Q TM
Slide the Tag Along grip (A)
onto the back of the cleaner.
Push screws into holes on
04 back of handle.
Using a Phillips screwdriver,
tighten screws securely.
Attach hose clip
OWith back of upper handle fac-
ing you, insert hose clip (B) into
slot on left.

Position handle
E
/
The telescoping handle/wand
(C) needs to be positioned and
secured inplace. Ali_n the telescop-
ing handle/wand with the recesses on
the upper handle. Push the wand all
the way down into the cup (D) until
the handle/wand release latches (E)
snap into position.
Remove telescoping
handle/wand
E\
Oo remove the telescoping
handle/wand for tool use,
push down either release latch (E)
and pull upwards to remove.
Attach hose
Otretch hose and guide into hose
clip. Align button on hose end (F)
with hole on hose connector (G). Slide
hose end over connector until the but-
ton "pops up" into place. To remove
hose from hose connector, press button
and pull hose end to release.
The hose connector swivels 360 ° for
convenience.
Position tools
Towered pet hair cleaning
H) is stored on the front of
the cleaner. Place bottom of tool into
recessed area first, pivot tool up and
snap in place.
<!z
mapcrevice tool (I), dusting brush
, and furniture nozzle (K) into
storage areas on back of cleaner.
(Cont'd) --_ 05

Features
g Use the following to identify the
parts and features of your cleaner.
Your model will resemble one of the two
illustrations shown below.
1. Soft grip handle/wand assembly
2. Tag Along TMgrip
3. Powered pet hair cleaning too[
4. POWER button
5. Carry handle
6. Lifetime HEPA filter
7. Dirt cup
8. Headlight
9. Edge groomers
10. Furniture guard
11. Embedded DirtFinder Ts_(some
models)
12. Surface Command Ts_control dial
(some models)
13. Surface Selector (some models)
14. Hose connector
15. Hose
16. Telescoping handle/wand
17. Hose clip
18. Dusting brush
19. Furniture nozzle
20. Crevice tool
21. Cord hooks
22. Handle release pedal
23. Soft wheels
1/
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5
6
14
17
21
8
9
Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on the back of the cleaner.
This cleaner is intended for household use.
Polarized plug
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.
Ifthe plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
06

DO NOT USE CLEANER OUTDOORS
or ON DAMP or WET SURFACES.
POWER button
OThe POWER button (A) is located
at the top of the cleaner body.
Plug cord into electrical outlet.
Toturn cleaner ON, pressbutton once.
Toturn cleaner OFF, pressbutton again.
NOTE: THE CLEANER IS SHIPPED
WITH THE CONTROL DIAL IN HARD
FLOOR POSITION. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TO CLEAN CARPETS, ROTATE
THE CONTROL DIAL FROM HARD
FLOOR TO A CARPET SETTING.
Surface Command TM
control dial (some models)
The Surface CommandTM control
(some models) isan automat-
ic height adjustment that allows you to
choose a cleaning mode for carpet
height or hard surfacefloors.
For nqaxinqumcleaning performance,
the following carpet height settingsare
recornrnended:
Lowest setting: for all types of carpet,
Note: If the cleaner isdifficult to push,
turn dial to the next higher setting.
Higher settings: for very deep pile car-
pet where easier pushing effort is
desired, while maintaining good clean-
ing performance.
HARD FLOOR The agitator is OFF;the
nozzle is set at LOW.
Surface Selector (some
models)
Q The SurfaceSelector (some
models) hasthree carpet height
settingsand a hard floor setting. The
SurfaceSelector turns to allow you to
choose a cleaning mode for carpet
height or hard surfacefloors.
Forrnaximurn cleaning performance, the
following carpet height settingsare rec-
ommended:
Lowest setting: for all types of carpet,
Note: If the cleaner is difficult to push,
turn dial to the next higher setting.
Higher settings: for very deep pile car-
pet where easierpushing effort is
desired, while maintaining good clean-
ing performance.
HARD FLOORMODE (with agitator
brush roll shut off) the nozzle isset at
LOW,
Automatic agitator
brush roll shut-off
Q he agitator brush roll will turn off
when the handle is in the upright,
storageposition.
Agitator brush roll control
OR
HiGH
_ otate control dial to "Carpet"
settings (A)to turn agitator brush
roll ON for cleaning carpet or rugs.
Rotatecontrol dial to "Hard Floor" (B)to
turn agitator brush roll OFF when clean-
ing hard floors.
Transporting cleaner
/
Q Tornove your cleaner frorn room
to room, put handle in upright
position, tilt cleaner back on rearwheels
and push forward.
(Cont'd) -_ 07

Carrying cleaner
_i_ he cleaner can be carried by
placing hand under the carrying
handle and lifting.
Handle positions
The handle of your cleaner has
positions: uprightfor storage
and for when using cleaning tools; oper-
ating position for general operation on
carpetsand floors; low for reaching
under low furniture. Stepon handle
releasepedal (E),then pull handle back
to lower handle.
Embedded DirtFINDER TM
feature (some models)
With red and green lights, the
DirtFINDER TMsystem alerts the
user to areas of carpet that may need
more cleaning attention. It is able to
sense when embedded dirt is removed.
The clean light (green) will remain on
throughout cleaning exceptwhen the
detector sensesthat a larger amount of
dirt is being picked up; then the dirty
light (red) will come on.
When the dirty light is on, you should
take additional cleaningstrokes in the
area until it changes to clean.
Cleaning lightweight
flexible rugs
Q tand on one end of rug an(] move
cleaner toward other end. Before
reaching edge,push down on handle.
This will lift up the nozzle and will pre-
vent the rug from clinging to the cleaner.
Continue to lift up nozzle sothat when
you have reachedthe edge, it iscom-
pletely off the rug. Move cleaner back to
startagain, lower nozzle, and useonly
forward strokes.
Edge cleaning
_[_ pecial edge groomers are provid-
ed on both sidesof the front of the
cleaner to remove dirt in carpet near
baseboardsand furniture.
Guide either side parallel to the edge of
carpet or furniture.
O8

Using the tools
Tools allow for cleaning surfaces above
the floor and for reaching hard to clean
areas. The cleaner is ready for tool use
when the handle is in the upright posi-
tion.
Note: When handle is in upright posi-
tion, agitator brush roll is automatically
OFF.
Attach tools
Select proper tool
A
D
C
O elect the proper tool for the
cleaning task.
A. Dusting brush usefor carved furni-
ture, table tops, books, lamps, lighting
fixtures, venetian blinds, baseboards,
shutters,and registers.
B. Furniturenozzle usefor upholstered
furniture, draperies, mattresses,clothing,
automobile interiors, and carpeted stairs.
C. Poweredpet hair cleaningtool use
for upholstered furniture, carpeted stairs
and hard to reach places.
D. Crevice tool use in tight spaces,cor-
nersand along edgesin such places as
dresserdrawers, upholstered furniture,
stairs,and baseboards.
E.Soft TouchTM floor brush(some
models) use on hard surface floors.
Q E Telescoping handle/wand can
be extended by depressing the
button (G) and pulling wand outward.
Release button to lock into position.
Shorten the telescoping handle/wand by
depressing the button and pulling wand
back.
TagAIong TM grip
IAI[ tools attach in the same
manner.
Tools may be attached to the telescop-
ing handle/wand or directly to the
hose (see Fig. 23).
Attach tool to wand or hose by
pushing it firmly onto the end of
the wand or hose. Twist tool slightly
to tighten or loosen the connection.
For optimum performance of the pow-
ered pet hair cleaning tool, attach it
directly to the hose.
The hose can be removed from the
handle grip by depressing the button
and pulling away from the wand. (Fig.
5)
When using cleaning tools, the
cleaner can go with you. Place
hand under the Tag Along TM grip (A),
tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and
pull.
(Cont'd) --_ 09

How to clean tools
To clean the hose and the powered
hand tool, wipe off dirt with a cloth
dampened in a mild detergent. Rinse
with a damp cloth. Do not submerge
powered pet hair cleaning tool in
water.
Cleaning tools may be washed in
warm water with a detergent. Rinse
and air dry before using.
Extra Reach TM hose
(some models)
Some models include an Extra
ReachT_ hose to provide you with a
20 foot reach (when connected to the
regular hose), to allow easier cleaning
of stairs and hard to reach high
places.
Press POWER button to turn cleaner
OFF. Remove regular hose from
handle/wand. (Fig. 5)
attach Extra'each '1_ hoseto
regular hose, align button (A) on
Extra ReachT_ hose end with hole (B)
on regular hose end. The button will
"pop up" when the hose ends are
secured in place.
O Next, attach opposite end of
extra reach hose to hose con-
nector on handle/wand. Align the but-
ton (C) on hose connector with hole
(D) on end of Extra ReachT_ hose.
Slide the Extra ReachT_hose end onto
the hose connector until the button
"pops up" in place.
To remove hose from hose connector,
press button on hose connector and
pull hose end to release. 3 o
The hose connector swivels. 60 for
convenience.
Soft Touch TMfloor brush
(some models) /
eiHard surfaceflooring may be
cleaned using the SoftTouchTM
floor brush. Attach the floor brushto the
end of the telescoping handle/wand.
Extend the telescoping wand to reach
the floor.
10
Stair cleaning
Q sethe hose and the powered
pet hair cleaning tool for stair
cleaning.
Always place the cleaner at the bottom
of the stairs. Clean from bottom to top.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, and
to prevent the cleaner from falling, use
extra care if the cleaner is placed on
stairs.
NOTE: Maximum performance of the
powered hand tool will be achieved if
the powered pet hair cleaning tool is
used on the end of the hose without the
telescoping wand.
Familiarize yourself with these home
maintenance tasksasproper useand
care of your cleaner will ensurecontin-
ued cleaning effectiveness.
Dirt cup
When to empty
It is recommended that the dirt cup be
emptied after every useor before the dirt
reachesthe top of the dirt cup.
How to empty
Disconnect cleaner from electrical out-
let. Do not use cleaner without dirt cup
or filters in place.
Place the cleaner in the upright position
before removing dirt cup.

To remove cup (A), press latch (B)
to release. Pivot cup outward.
HEPA filter
Q epressbutton (C)on back of dirt
cup to releasedoor (D). Empty
dirt cup into trash receptacle. Close door
firmly to latch.
The dirt cup may alsobe emptied by
lifting offthe lid and emptying into a
trash receptacle. Replace lid before
returning dirt cup to position.
QTo replace dirt cup, place bottom
of dirt cup in first. Pivot cup into
cleaner body.
Pre-filter screen
Your cleaner is equipped with a
self-cleaning HEPA filter.
Thisfilter is NOT removable.
If you notice that the filter is rotating
slower than normal or not rotating, refer
to the Troubleshooting section. If you
feel that this filter needs replacement,
take your cleaner to an Authorized
Hoover Sales and Service Center.
Q While the cleaner is in operation,
the pre-filter screen(A) will stop
larger debris from entering the HEPAfil-
ter chamber. This larger debris will be
seencollecting in the largerchamber of
the dirt cup (B).The HEPAfilter will col-
lect fine particles that have passed
through the pre-filter screen.The HEPA
filter cleans itself while rotating, deposit-
ing fine debris in the smaller chamber of
the dirt cup (C).
The cleaner will continue to perform at
maximum cleaning levels if the pre-filter
screen is cleaned each time the dirt cup
is emptied (see Fig. 34).
O isconnect cleanerfrom electrical
outlet. Do not usecleanerwithout
dirt cup or filtersin place.
The pre-filter screen (A), located inside
the dirt cup lid, is removable and can
be cleaned using the cleaner's dusting
brush or washed in cold water and a
mild detergent. Rinse and let filter air
dry completely before repositioning.
To remove this filter, remove the dirt
cup and the dirt cup lid. Brush or
wash, air dry and replace the dirt cup
lid.
(Cont'd) --* 11

Final filter
BHeadlight replacement
What to buy
This cleaner uses a T3 1/4 wedge
base bulb, HOOVER part no.
27313107.
Remove lens
_ isconnect cleaner from electri-
cal outlet. Do not use cleaner
without dirt cup or filters in place.
The final filter assists in returning
clean air to the room.
Remove dirt cup (Fig. 29).
Presson handle release pedal and
lower the nozzle so it is flat.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the four screws as shown and lift off
headlight lens (A). Lift out filter (B)
and replace.
Replace lens and screws.
Should you want to replace this filter,
ask for HOOVER part no. 38769032.
Disconnectcleanerfrom electricalout-
let.
Press on handlerelease pedal
lower the nozzle so it is
flat.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the four screws as shown and lift off
lens.
Pull old bulb straight out of
socket. Push new bulb straight
into socket until locked in place. Do
not twist bulb.
Excessive force is not required.
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/
Replace lens
O eposition lens and secure with
the four screws.
Check agitator brush roll
When agitator brush roll brushes are
worn, the agitator brush roll should be
replaced.
Tocheck condition of brushes,turn
cleanerOFF and disconnectfrom elec-
trical outlet.
12
O ove edge of a card acrossbot-
tom plate while turning agitator
brush roll. Tomaintain cleaning effec-
tiveness, replace agitator brush roll if
brushesdo not touch card.

What to buy
When purchasing a new agitator })rush
roll, ask for HOOVER part no.
48414140.
How to replace
Turn cleanerON and rotate mode con-
trol dialto HARD FLOOR.Turn cleaner
OFF and disconnectfrom electricalout-
let. Place handle in upright position and
turn cleaner over so bottom side is up.
" I B
Q Pull up on agitator brush roll (B)
to remove from })rush roll cavity. _ Holding agitator brush roll with
one hand, slide belt (C)off the
agitator.
NOTE: Hold on to the belt with one
hand. Do not allow the belt to fall back
into the cavity on bottom of cleaner.
Q emove the five screws as shown
'with a Phillips screwdriver. Lift off
bottom plate (A).
Q old new agitator brush roll in
one hand; the belt in the other.
Slide the belt onto the agitator brush roll,
positioning the belt in the belt guide (D)
on the agitator brush roll.
Grasp agitator })rush roll firmly
and fit it into position by first slid-
ing end opposite the belt into the rectan-
gular slot (E)on side of the cleaner.
Pull other sideof agitator brush roll into
place.
Turnagitator brush roll making sure belt
is not pinched between agitator brush
roll and agitator brush roll shield.
Q eposition bottom plate and five
screws. Tighten screws securely.
Agitator brush roll belt
The agitator brush roll belt is designed to
last the lifetime of the cleaner. It typical-
ly should not need replacement. If you
feel the agitator brush roll belt needs to
be checked or replaced, take your
cleaner to an Authorized Hoover
Sales and Service Center. Do not
attempt to remove the agitator brush
roll belt.
(Cont'd) -_ 13

Agitator brush roll
When agitator brush roll brushes on
the powered pet hair cleaning tool
are worn, the agitator brush roll should
be replaced. Ask for HOOVER part
No. 48414088.
How to replace
Q1. Remove tool from hose and
turn it so bottom faces up. Press
the latches on either side of tool and
remove bottom plate (A).
Q2. Unscrew the two Phillips
screws and remove belt guard
(B).
3. Remove agitator })rushroll
including end plates (C) and
discard.
4. Inspect belt to ensure that it is in
good condition. If belt is cracked,
gouged or broken, replace it (see fol-
lowing section).
DB\
5. Insert agitator })rushroll
through belt and position belt
over gear teeth (D) on agitator })rush
roll.
6. With curved ends down,
slide end plates (C) of agitator
})rush roll into slots (E) on tool.
7. Replace belt guard (B) mak-
ing sure not to pinch })rush bris-
tles in guard. Turn agitator })rush roll,
to make sure it rotates freely.
Replace and tighten screws.
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8. To replace bottom plate (A),
insert the four tabs on edge of
bottom plate into slots on front of
tool.
Pivot bottom plate down and snap
closed.
Belt replacement
Inspect the belt
The powered pet hair (leaning tool belt
is designed to last a long time and is
not normally replaced. However, if the
belt is cracked, gouged or broken, it
should be replaced.
Remove tool from hose. The belt can
be seen through the top of the nozzle
or by removing the bottom plate and
belt guard (Figs. 46 and 47).
Replace belt
When replacing belt, ask for
HOOVER part No. 38528037.
1. Remove bottom plate, belt guard
and agitator brush roll as described in
Figs. 46 through 48.
_i_2. Grasp turbine (E) and pull
firmly to remove.
3. Remove belt from turbine pulley
(F). Replace with new belt.
G
4. With flat sides of turbine
retainers (G) pointing down,
slide retainers into grooves (H) in tool
housing and snap into place.
5. Replace agitator brush roll, belt
guard, and bottom plate as described
in Figs. 50 through 52.
Thermal protector
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 discon-
nect it from the electrical outlet.
2. Check secondary and final filters for
dirt accumulation.
3. Refer to "Clearing blockages" sec-
tion.
4. When cleaner is unplugged and the
motor cools for 30 minutes, the ther-
mal protector automatically resets ant[
cleaning may continue.
If the thermal protector continues to
activate after following the above steps,
your cleaner may need servicing (see
"Service" section.
Agitator brush roll stall
protection
If the agitator brush roll stalls due to a
debris such as hair, strings, etc., the
cleaner will automatically stop run-
ning.
Disconnect cleaner from the electri-
cal outlet.
Turn the cleaner over and remove any
debris that may have accumulated on
the agitator brush roll. Plug the clean-
er back in and press the ON/OFF but-
ton once to turn cleaner on.
(Cont'd) --_ 15

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Low suction or pick up may be due to a
blockage in the system. Referto the fol-
lowing stepsto check for blockages con-
tinuingwith eachstep until the blockage
is found:
Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from
electrical outlet.
1.Check fullness of dirt cup container.
Empty cup if full.
Check agitator brush roll
TurncleanerOFF and disconnectfrom
electricaloutlet.
2. Turncleaner over and remove
any debris that hasaccumulated
on the agitator brush roll.
Return cleaner to operating position.
Plug in, turn cleaner back ON and con-
tinue cleaning.
Check airflow path
O_. Remove hosefrom wand.
_.Plugcleaner in and turn ON.
Check for suction at end of hose. Ifthere
is suction, continue with step 6. If there
isno suction, check for blockage in
hose. Clear blockage.
Check wand Check powered pet hair
cleaning tool
5. Turn cleaner OFF and discon-
nect from electrical outlet.
6. Removewand from cleaner. Check for
blockage. Clear blockage.
1. Disconnect powered pet hair
cleaning tool from hose.
Remove bottom plate, belt guard and
turbine as described in Figs. 46, 47
and 53.
Remove any blockage from turbine
channel (A).
Replace belt turbine, agitator brush
roll, belt guard and bottom plate.
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®El
The cleaner is equipped with bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the cleaner. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage. Therefore, do not add lubricant to any bearings.
To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover Sales and Service Center
or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by:
¢' Checking the Service Section of Hoover on-line at www.hoover.com OR
¢' Checking the list of Salesand Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR
_/ Checking the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum Cleaners - Household" OR
¢' Calling 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations
(U.S. only)
Do not send your cleaner to Hoover in North Canton, Ohio for service; this will only result in delay.
If further assistance is needed, contact the Hoover Consumer Response Center, Phone: [phone].
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8, Phone: [phone].
Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts. (The
model number appears on the back of the cleaner.)
If you need any assistance or need to contact us:
•www.hoover.com
•1-800-944-9200 -automated service dealer Iocator
•1-330-499-9499 - our Consumer Response Center (8 AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday)
Please do not return this product to the store.
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If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below.
IWhat's the cause? What's the solution? 1
Not firmly plugged in. Plug unit in firmly.
No voltage in wall plug. Replace fuse or reset circuit.
What's the problem? Agitator brush roll brushes aren't turning.
[What's the cause? What's the solution? ]
Hard Surface mode selected on Surface Command _M Select a suitable carpet mode setting.
control dial.
Agitator brush roll is obstructed. Disconnectcleanerfrom electrical outlet. Turncleaner over and
remove any debris that hasaccumulated on the agitator brush
roll.
[What's the cause?
Dirt cup full.
Pre-filter screen dirty.
Incorrect carpet height setting.
Blockage in system.
What's the solution? j
Empty dirt cup.
Cleanthe pre-filter screen usingthe dusting brush tool.
Selectanother carpet height setting on the Surface CommandT_
control dial.
dear blockage (see"Clearing blockages" section).
What's the problem? Cleaner hard to push.
[What's the cause? What's the solution? j
Incorrect carpet height setting. Select a hig_hercarpet height setting on the Surface Command TM
control di_[.
[What's the cause? What's the solution? ]
Dirt cup full.
Pre-filter screen dirty.
Blockage in system.
Empty dirt cup.
Cleanthe pre-filter screen usingthe dusting brush tool.
Clear blockage (see"Clearing blockages" section).
What's the problem? Powered pet hair cleaning tool agitator brush roll won't turn.
IWhat's the cause?
Too much pressure being applied to tool.
Blockage in turbine channel.
Broken or worn belt.
Low cleaner suction.
What's the solution? ]
Continue using tool applying light pressure.
Remove blockage.
Replace belt.
Refer to items under "Cleaner won't pick up".
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(Domestic use)
Your HOOVER@ appliance is warranted in normal household use, in accordance with the Owner's Manual against original
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one full year from date of purchase. This warranty provides, at no cost to
you, all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period. This warranty
applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions, or in Canada or from a
U. S. Military Exchange. Appliances purchased elsewhere are covered by a limited one year warranty which covers the cost
of parts only. This warranty does not apply if the appliance is used in a commercial or rental application.
This warranty only applies when the product is in use in the country or territory in which it is purchased.
Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty service out-
lets. Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered.
1. Hoover Sales and Service Centers
2. Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers (Depots)
For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone [phone]
OR visit Hoover on-line at www.hoover.com
This warranty does not cover pick up, delivery, or house calls; however, if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Sales and
Service Center for warranty service, transportation will be paid one way.
While this warranty gives you specific legal rights, you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If further assistance is needed, or if there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service out-
lets, phone the Hoover Consumer Response Center, Phone [phone].
In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8, 1-800-263-6376.
For your records, enter the model number and serial numbers in the spaces provided. These
numbers are located on the data label on the back of the cleaner.
Model No.
Serial No.
Save your sales receipt and attach it to this manual. Proof of date of purchase may be required
for warranty service of your cleaner.
Serial
No.
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Manual del propietario
ESPANOL -_ p. 20-31
Salvaguardias importantes .................................... 20
Desempaque .......................................................... 21
Contenido de la caja ............................................ 21
Descripci6n de la aspiradora ................................ 21
Uso de la aspiradora .............................................. 22
Transporte .......................................................... 22
Localizador de suciedad incrustada
Embedded DirtFinder TM (algunos modelos) .......... 22
Limpieza de alfombras ........................................ 22
Uso de los accesorios ........................................ 23
Accesorio turboaccionado para eliminar
el pelo de las mascotas .................................... 25
Limpieza de escaleras ........................................ 23
Mantenimiento ...................................................... 23
Vaciado del dep6sito para polvo ...................... 23-24
Filtros .................................................................. 24
Reemplazo de la luz delantera .......................... 24
Lubricaci6n ........................................................ 26
Eliminaci6n de obstrucciones ............................ 26
Rodillo de escobillas del agitador ...................... 24
Correa del rodillo de escobillas del agitador ...... 25
Reemplazo del rodillo de escobillas del agitador
del accesorio turboaccionado para eliminar el
pelo de las mascotas ........................................ 25
Reemplazo de la correa del accesorio
turboaccionado para eliminar el pelo
de las mascotas ................................................ 25
Protector t_rmico .............................................. 25
Servicio ............................................................ 26
Identificaci6n y soluci6n de problemas ................ 27
Garant[a .............................................................. 28
Formulario para e! pedido por correo de
piezas y accesor,os ............................................ 30
iSalva uardas "
AU precauci_nes b_sicas, induyendo las siguientes:
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR ESTEAPARATO
ADVERTENCiA:
Para reduc[r e[ riesgo de incendios, choques eM_ctricos o lesiones:
.No use este aparato a la intemperie ni en superficies moiadas.
.Es necesaria una supervisi6n estricta cuando cualquier aparato es utilizado pot los nifios ocerca de ellos. No permita
que la aspiradora se'a usada como un iuguete ni q6e func'ione sin atenci6n e'n ningfin momento.
.Mantenga emcabeHo, maropa hol_ada, los dedos de las manos y,pies _(todas maspartes den cuerpo aleiados de las
aberturas, de mosagitadores rotat'orios v otras piezas en movimiento. No haga funcionar la aspmradora descalzo ni
cuando calce sandalias o zapatos que deien los dedos de los pies al descubmerto.
*No recoia nada que se est_ quemando oechando humo, como cigarrillos, ceriHos o cenizas calientes.
,No use este aparato para aspirar liquidos inflamables o combustibles como gasoEna o restos de madera liiada, ni en
_reas donde estos pudieran encontrarse presentes.
,Evite recoger obietos duros o afilados con la aspiradora. [_stos pueden dafiar la aspiradora.
, Apague siempre este aparato antes de conectar o desconectar la manguera.
*Desenchufe la aspiradora antes de conectar el accesorio turboaccionado para eliminar el pelo de las mascotas.
No use la aspiradora sin tenet el depfisito para polvo o los filtros en su lugar. Vac_e el dep6sito con frecuencia cuando
aspire maten'ales muy finos como talco.
Tenga especial cuidado al limpiar escaleras.
o No coloque ningtin obieto en las aberturas. No la use con ninguna abertura obstruida; mant6ngala libre de polvo,
pelusa, cabello o cualquier cosa que pueda reducir el fluio de aire.
*No tire de 6sta ni la transporte pot el cord6n, ni tampoco use el cord6n como mango, no cierre lapuerta sobre el
cord6n ni tire del mismo alrededor de bordes afilados ni esquinas. No pase el aparato sobre el cord6n. Mantenga el
cord6n aleiado de Massuperficies caiientes.
Desenchufe siempre el cord6n de la toma de corriente el6ctrica antes de prestar servicio ala aspiradora.
Apague la aspiradora y desenchfifela cuando no est6 en uso.
No la desenchufe tirando del cord6n. Para desenchufarla, suiete el enchufe y no el cord6n. Nunca toque el enchufe ni el
aparato con 1as manos moiadas.
No se recomienda el uso de cordones de e×tensi6n.
,No use el aparato si el cord6n o el enchufe estA dafiado. Si el aoarato no estA funcionando aoropiadamente, se ha
deiado caer, ha sido dafiado, se ha deiado aMaintemperie o se ha deiado caer en agua, II_velo a un Centro de ventas y
servicio de Hoover oa un Concesionario autorizado de servicio de garantia de Hoover.
,Use la aspiradora solamente para Io que ha sido disefiada segtin se describe en las instrucciones.
,Use solamente los accesorios recomendados pot Hoover; el uso de otros accesorios puede set peligroso.
2O
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