Hoover WindTunnel U5465-900 User manual

WINDTUNNEL TM
UPRIGHT
The WindTunnel TM series of uprights was first introduced
in mid 1997. Four deep wine colored models comprised
the line and all were similar in overall appearance like the
one in Figure 1.
Features included on the various models:
• 13" and 15" nozzles
• Embedded dirt finder (two models)
• Cords 31' and 35'
• Bag check indicator (three models)
• Agitator, replaceable roll sleeve type
• Headlight, one 12 volt 27313101
• Flat belt 38528033
• Hard bag enclosure
• One speed motor
• Stair cleaning handle
• Four position height adjustment
• Tool storage on the cleaner
Micro-filtration throw away bags Type "Y"
• Bag check indicator (three models)
• 4, 5 or 6 stage filtration
• Edge cleaning "Edgers"
• Rotating top cord hook
• 10' and 12' hose reach
Fig, 1
These cleaners operate on a clean air principle, i.e., where
the dirty air enters the bag or dirt receptacle before it goes
past the motor area. Since the same air is used to cool the
motor, it is extremely important that it be filtered ade-
quately to prevent dirt and dust from getting into the motor
and/or back into the room.
Basic operation of the clean air system in these units is
illustrated in Figure 2 on page 2.
Air fl0w in the WindTunnel is shown in Figure 2A on
page 2.
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_Dirty Air
ffff_ Filtered Air
Clean Air
Filters
Primary Filter
T.A. Bag
Secondary
Motor
Fig. 2
Air flow shown
using hose and tool.
Fig. 2A
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Fig. 3
Fig. 4
IITYPE "Y" MICRO-FILTRATION throw away bags are Speci-
fied on all models as the primary (2 stage) filter Figure 3.
Secondary filters are located behind a grill in the bottom of the
bag cavity Figure 4.
They can be washed and reinstalled when completely dry or
replaced with new ones.
Final filters are located on the side of the bag housing Figure 5.
They too are washable and/or replaceable, and made in 1, 2 or 3
layers.
Nozzle height is adjusted on the front of the unit and ranges from
high, for very deep pile carpet, to bare floor on the lowest setting
Figure 6.
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An Embedded Dirt _nder TM (F_DF) feature is on some models. The
conllOl circuit for this feature is directly wired and does not require a
battery.
Red and green lights (A in Figure 7) signal the user that the system is
working. The red light comes on when the cleaner is first energized
then goes off and the green one comes on to let the user know when to
begin cleaning. While cleaning, a red light indicates that embedded
dirt is being removed from the carpet. When the light turns green the
carpet is clean.
Asensitivity switch near the light allows the user to increase or
decrease the units sensitivity to dirt (B in Figure 8). "Hi"
increases sensitivity, "Reg" decreases it.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
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Key components of a deluxe WindTunnel model are shown in
Figure 9.
Refer to the Hoover Service Manual for repair procedures
and the Microfiche Parts Catalog light brown header for spare
parts.
On/Off
Control
Cord
Hook
Tool
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Check Bag
Secondary
Final
Filter
Final
Filter
Door
Headlight
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Wind Tunnel
Fig. 9
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Service Instructions
WindTunnel Uprights
Secvice Su_,'t 7/97

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I. General
The WindTunnel cleaners are upright vacuums
that feature computer designed air vanes to
provide a powerful dual air stream which
dramatically improves dirt pickup capabilities.
These cleaners also come in 13" and 15" widths
and feature on board tool storage and fast easy
above floor cleaning. Some models feature the
Embedded Dirt Finder, Bag Check Indicator,
Edge Cleaning Edgers "Litter Pickers", 10' and
12' hose reach (upper end models include an
extra 20' reach hose).
All models feature type "Y" allergen top fill
disposable bags. Low end units include a 4
stage filtration system and as the line progresses
5 and 6 stage filtration systems are utilized.
II. Basic Operation
These cleaners operate on a clean air principle,
i.e., where the dirty air enters the bag or dirt
receptacle before it goes past the motor area.
Since the same air is used to cool the motor, it is
extremely important that it be filtered adequately
to prevent dirt and dust from getting into the
motor and/or back into the room.
III. Disassembly
A. Bottom Plate - Agitator - Belt
1. Remove 4 screws and lift off bottom plate
(Fig. 1).
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Fig. 1
Rubber edge groomers on bottom plate are
replaceable to remove slide off of plate (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
2. Remove agitator and belt.
To service agitator, consult the agitator section of
the service manual.