Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister Cleaner User's Manual
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1. 9 Te sche E E 11 Waranty TT 12 2003 The Hoover Company www hoover com Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Warning Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Keep hair loose clothing fingers feet and all parts of body away from openings rotating agitator and other moving parts Do not operate cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present The hose contains electrical wires Do not use if damaged cut or punctured Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose motorized nozzle or powered hand tool Brush roll may suddenly restart unplug from electrical outlet before servicing Do not use without dust cup or filters in place Empty cup frequently when pick ing up very fine materials such as powder Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not put any object into openi2. the window F The nozzle adjusts automatically to vari ous Carpet pile heights Hard surface floor cleaning The power nozzle can be used for cleaning hard surface floors such as wood linoleum vinyl asphalt and rub ber tile sealed cork concrete and ter razzo as well as carpet To turn the brushes off for hard surface floor cleaning press the FLOOR CAR PET E switch again Note The headlight will be OFF when in hard floor cleaning mode Edge cleaning Special edge groomers are provided on both sides of the nozzle to remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture Guide side of nozzle parallel to edge of carpet or furniture as shown How to clean stairs Place cleaner on stair Using the furni ture nozzle or powered hand tool avail able at additional cost if not included with your cleaner clean stairs from bot tom to top The cleaning tools are conveniently stored in the cleaner underneath the tool lid Pull up on edge of lid in recessed area to open A tool may be attached to either the hose or telescoping wand by pushing it firmly onto the hose end or the end of the wand Twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen the connection The cleaning tools have many uses Select the tool best suited for the clean ing task from the following descriptions Dirt cup When to empty 3 1 A The dirt cup needs emptying before the dirt reaches the MAX line A on the dirt cup or after
3. H oover Owner s Manual English gt pp 1 12 TU Espanol gt pag 13 19 WindTunnel Francais gt p 20 26 Bagless Canister Cleaner with Powered Nozzle Patented 7 S Wind Tunnel TECHNOLOGY Review this manual before operating cleaner www hoover com Fill in and retain The model and serial number are located on the bottom of the cleaner For your personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this information Your cleaner is model and has serial number It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your Hoover product Index Assembling Cleaner see ee eee ee 3 Cleaner Description eee eee eee eee 4 How To Use Canister Cleaner sese eee eee e 4 6 Cleaning Tools cceeeceeeseeereeeeeeees 6 Powered Nozzle cssseeeereees 5 6 To Clean Saira eee ee eee 6 If You Have a Problem c eee 11 Clearing Blockage see eee 11 Important Safeguards see eee ee ee 2 Maintenance Cleaning Filters serere ee eee eee 7 Emptying Dirt Cup 6 7 Lubrication iisisti 10 Replacing Agitator Brush Roll 10 Replacing Powered Hand Tool Agitator Brush Roll ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeees 9 10 Replacing Power Nozzle Belt 8 9 Replacing Powered Hand Tool Belt 10 Replacing Headlight ee 10 Replacing Edge Groomers
4. e Year Warranty 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 con dition during the warranted period This warranty applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States includ ing its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased else where 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 Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty ser vice outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company online at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service transportation will be paid one way While this warranty gives you specific legal rights yo
5. e solution s Low cleaner suction x See section Cleaner suction low Blockage in nozzle connector s Remove blockage Agitator brush roll not running e See section Agitator brush roll won t run Agitator brush roll brushes worn s Replace brushes Clearing blockages When the cleaner senses low suction or pickup the Suction Control light will flash Low suction or pick up may be due to a blockage in the system Refer to the following steps to check for block ages continuing with each step until the blockage is found 1 Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet then disconnect power nozzle plug and wands from hand grip gt K Cm 2 Plug cleaner in turn on and check hose end for suction Remove any obstructions 3 Remove power nozzle from wands and attach wands to hose Check for suction and remove any blockages Continued 11 4 Make sure power nozzle plug is dis connected from hand grip Then check for blockage in nozzle connector A Push nozzle connector down to lowest position Look into nozzle connector and remove any blockage 4 3 S 5 Disconnect powered hand tool avail able at additional cost if not included with your cleaner from hose Remove bottom plate belt guard and turbine as described in Figs 3 19 3 20 and 3 27 Remove any blockage from turbine channel B Replace belt turbine brush roll belt guard and bottom plate 12 Full On
6. earings that should be lubri cated periodically by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot by e checking the Yellow Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household OR e checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR e checking the Service section of The Hoover Company online at www hoover com OR calling 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only Please do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for ser vice this will only result in delay If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always identify your cleaner by the com plete model number when requesting infor mation or ordering parts The model num ber appears on the bottom of the cleaner d IY you have a problem If a minor problem occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below Problem Cleaner won t run Possible cause Possible solution e Not ON at hand grip e Turn ON at hand gri
7. every use if preferred CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fireplace ashes or fireplace soot may seal the filter and cause loss of suction When using the cleaner to remove this type of dust empty the cup and clean the filters often Select the proper tool F Dusting brush furniture nozzle this 2 in 1 tool may be used with the brushes in place dusting brush for carved furni ture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers Remove the brushes furniture nozzle and use it for upholstered furniture draperies tapes tries mattresses clothing automobile interior and carpeted stairs G Crevice tool may be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers uphol stered furniture stairs and baseboards H Small brush is used for cleaning the dirt cup filter I Powered hand tool available at addi tional cost if not included with your model may be used for upholstered fur niture carpeted stairs and hard to reach places J Hard floor tool available at addition al cost if not included with your model may be used for walls and very irregular N surface floors such as brick and slate How to empty Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet Press the button B on the top of the cleaner and pull the dirt cup straight out Remove dirt cup lid and empty the cup Should the du
8. it is in good condition If belt is cracked gouged or broken replace it see follow ing section 5 Insert brush roll through belt and position belt over gear teeth D on brush roll 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 Replacing belt When replacing belt ask for HOOVER part no 38528037 1 Remove bottom plate belt guard and brush roll as described in Figs 3 20 through 3 22 2 Grasp turbine E and pull firmly to remove 3 Remove belt from turbine pulley F Replace with new belt 6 With curved ends down slide end plates C of brush roll into slots E on tool Powered hand tool Belt replacement Inspecting the belt The powered hand 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 4 With flat sides of turbine retainers G pointing down slide retainers into grooves H on both sides of tool hous ing and snap into place 5 Replace brush roll belt guard and bottom plate as described in Figs 3 21 through 3 24 Lubrication The motor is equipped with two bear ings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor The addition of lubricant could cause damage Therefore do not add lubricant to either motor bearing The agitator brush roll is equipped with two ball b
9. lips head screws Note Do not remove the 3 screws in the triangle formation as these hold the motor in place Continued 7 Return nozzle to original position and lift off hood Remove brush roll cover G by remov Lift off brush roll cover G ing the 3 Phillips head screws nog ete Yay f ay L If belt is not broken but is stretched or cut pull it off the motor pulley H Replace brush roll cover G over agita tor brush roll Replace 3 short screws Lift up end of agitator brush roll Remove Stretch belt back and attach to motor old belt from agitator pulley I and pulley replace with new belt Lettering on belt Hold opposite end of agitator brush roll in must be visible place Push belt end forward rotating end plate J until it slides into place Turn agitator making sure it rotates freely Position hood on top of nozzle base Turn nozzle over Replace 2 short screws at the back of nozzle and 2 long screws at the front Agitator brush roll replacement When to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet When agitator brush roll brushes are worn the brush roll should be replaced To check condition of brushes move edge of a card across bottom plate while turning brush roll To maintain cleaning effectiveness replace brush roll if brush es do not touch card 2 Push old bulb into socket and twist to remove Push new bulb into socket and twist int
10. ngs Do not use with any opening blocked keep free of dust lint hair or anything that may reduce air flow Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands If cleaner has a cord reel hold on to the plug while cord is being rewound to pre vent cord from whipping The use of an extension cord is not recommended Do not use with damaged cord or plug If appliance is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company others may cause hazards Save these instructions S To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury 1 Assembling cleaner This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nea
11. no 48414088 Headlight replace ment The headlight located on top of the power nozzle operates when the clean er is turned on Use only HOOVER part no 27317 307 which is a fused bulb when replacing the headlight How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wands 1 Remove the hood as shown in Figs 3 8 and 3 9 Edge groomer replacement When to replace The edge groomers located on both sides of the nozzle should be replaced when they no longer extend past the sur face of the bottom plate What to buy When purchasing edge groomers ask for Hoover part no 39511004 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove hood and brush roll cover as shown in Figs 3 8 to 3 10 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove tool from hose and turn it so bottom faces up Press the latches on either side of tool and remove bottom plate A Continued gt 9 2 Unscrew the two Philips screws and remove belt guard B 7 Replace belt guard B making sure not to pinch brush bristles in guard Turn agitator making sure it rotates freely Replace and tighten screws The belt can be seen through the top of the nozzle or by removing the bottom plate and belt guard Figs 3 20 and 3 21 3 Remove agitator including end plates C and discard 4 Inspect belt to ensure that
12. ntinued gt 3 Cleaner description The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing 1 WindTunnel carpet and floor power nozzle automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights 2 Headlight 3 Quick disconnect pedal step on pedal to separate wand from power nozzle 4 Telescoping extension wand used with power nozzle or tools Telescopes to desired length 5 Hand grip 6 Upholstery nozzle dusting brush tool 7 Crevice tool 8 Large wheels provide easy towing when cleaner is pulled over carpet area rugs and door sills 9 Washable HEPA exhaust filter 10 Tool lid pull up on edge of lid in recessed area 11 Carrying handle 12 Suction control switch light 13 Power ON Suction control switch 14 Floor Carpet selector switch power nozzle agitator control 15 OFF switch 16 Telescoping wand connector end 17 Cord rewind pedal step on pedal to rewind cord for storage Hold plug until cord is rewound 18 Washable dirt cup filter aids in filtration of dirt particles inside dirt cup 19 Dirt cup 20 Dirt cup handle 21 Powered hand tool available at additional cost if not included with your cleaner Operate cleaner only at voltage speci fied on data plate on bottom of cleaner This cleaner is intended for household use only Polarized plug To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug
13. o place 3 Replace hood 2 Pull off both old edge groomers K 3 Push each new groomer onto the 3 tabs L starting with one of the end tabs Then push the groomer onto the middle and remaining end tab 4 Replace brush roll cover and hood as shown in Figs 3 14 and 3 15 What to buy When purchasing a new agitator brush roll ask for HOOVER part no 48414 071 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove hood duct cover belt and brush roll as shown in Figs 3 8 to 3 13 2 Discard old brush roll 3 Replace new brush roll and belt as shown in Figs 3 13 to 3 15 Thermal protector An internal thermal protector has been used in your cleaner to prevent overheat ing if a large item or clog gets caught in the nozzle or at the opening of the bag When the blockage is not removed the thermal protector will trip and the cleaner will stop running If this happens turn cleaner OFF and dis connect cleaner from electrical outlet Then disconnect nozzle and remove obstruction Within 15 minutes the ther mal protector will cool and automatically reset and cleaning may resume If cleaner does not operate allow addi tional time for thermal protector to reset Powered hand tool available at additional cost if not includ ed with your cleaner Agitator brush roll replacement When agitator brush roll brushes are worn the brush roll should be replaced Ask for HOOVER part
14. or wands Refer to If you have a problem section Belt replacement The belt in your power nozzle drives the agitator It has been designed specifical ly for use in this cleaner and is important for effective operation What to buy There are other belts manufactured that are similar in shape and size but are not designed for the HOOVER power nozzle Such belts do not operate the agitator cor rectly and may create stress which could damage your power nozzle Use only a genuine HOOVER Belt part no 40201180 when a belt replacement is necessary When to replace The belt should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition To check remove the nozzle cover see fol lowing section Replace the belt if it is stretched cut or broken Washing the dirt cup Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet Remove the dirt cup by pressing the button on the top of the cleaner and pulling the cup straight out Remove lid The cup may be rinsed by running it under cold tap water and dried with a soft cloth Do not replace dirt cup on cleaner unless it has been dried thor oughly Should the dust cup platform flaps C become dislodged refit using the diagram on the platform How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wands To remove hood turn nozzle over and unscrew the 4 recessed Phil
15. p Not firmly plugged in e Plug unit in firmly e No voltage in wall plug s Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse or tripped breaker s Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Cleaner suction low Possible cause Possible solution e Dirt cup full s Empty dirt cup e Dirt cup filter dirty e Clean the dirt cup filter with brush and water allow to dry and replace in cleaner Obstruction in nozzle connector hose or wand Remove obstruction Exhaust filter dirty Clean filter with water allow to dry and replace in cleaner s Power set too low s Increase power setting s Hose not properly connected to cleaner s Ensure hose is properly connected Problem Agitator brush roll won t run Possible cause Possible solution x Hose power cord not firmly plugged in Plug firmly into receptacle on cleaner base Broken or worn belt Replace belt Floor carpet switch set to FLOOR Set floor carpet switch to CARPET Problem Powered hand tool available at additional cost if not included with your cleaner brush roll wont turn Possible cause Possible solution Too much pressure being applied to tool e Continue using tool applying light pressure Blockage in turbine channel s Remove blockage Broken or worn belt s Replace belt s Low cleaner suction e Check items under Cleaner suction low Problem Nozzle wont pick up Possible cause Possibl
16. rest you click on the Service button OR Call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR Call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center Carton contents Connect hose Push the hose connector end A into the opening B on the front of the cleaner To disconnect hose from the cleaner press on the button C on the hose con nector and pull forward Note The flexible hose contains elec trical wires for connection to the power nozzle and should not be used if damaged The wires should not be seen through the outer skin Attach wand and power nozzle Push the end of the wand with the pronged plug D firmly into the end of the hose until the latch E clicks To remove the wand from the hose press on the thumb latch E located on the end of the wand Unpack cleaner from carton and iden tify the parts shown Remove and dispose of cardboard packing A Canister cleaner B WindTunnel powered nozzle C Extension wand and hose D Powered hand tool available at additional cost if not included with your cleaner Operate cleaner only at voltage speci fied on data plate on bottom of cleaner Push the opposite end of the wand into the power nozzle until the button projec tion F on the end of the wand clicks To release step on quick disconnect foot pedal G and remove nozzle Co
17. st cup platform flaps C become dislodged refit using the dia gram on the platform Cleaning the filter The dirt cup filter D is located under the dirt cup lid When the filter needs to be cleaned the red Suction Control Switch light E will flash on and off Exhaust filter How to clean Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet The exhaust filter located behind the grill on the body of the cleaner is wash able To clean rotate grill F counter clockwise Remove the exhaust filter G Wash filter by running it under cold tap water Do not use soap or detergent Do not use the small brush to clean this filter as brushing will damage the effectiveness of the filter Allow to dry thoroughly before replacing on cleaner The exhaust filter should be cleaned at least once a year The filter may become discolored with use but the filtration effi ciency will not be affected Grasp the filter and rotate counter clock wise Clean the filter using the small brush located under the tool lid If desired the filter may be rinsed by running it under cold tap water Do not use soap or detergent Shake excess water from filter and allow to dry thor oughly before replacing it in cleaner Replace the filter by lining up tabs on fil ter with grooves on lid and rotating clockwise If the Suction Control light continues to flash after the filter has been cleaned there may be a blockage in the hose
18. u may also have other rights which vary from state to state lf further assistance is needed or if there are questions concerning this war ranty or the availability of warranty ser vice outlets write or phone the Consumer Response Center The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 1 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 1 800 263 6376
19. will fit in a polarized outlet 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 electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way Turning cleaner on and adjusting power level After assembling cleaner plug cord into electrical outlet Turn cleaner on by pressing once on the SUCTION CONTROL switch A located on the handle grip The Suction Control Switch light B located on top of the cleaner body will glow red and will indicate increase in suction with display of addi tional red bars The suction control can be increased or decreased by pressing on the suction control switch To turn cleaner off press the OFF C switch Telescoping extension wand The spring latch D on the wand allows the extension to be adjusted to the desired length Release spring latch by pushing it forward and adjust wand to the desired length Spring latch will lock the wand into the selected position Power nozzle Handle positions The handle has two positions when used with the power nozzle upright and operating To lower handle to operating position place your foot firmly on the power noz zle and pull handle back Floor surface selection Carpet cleaning When using the power nozzle for carpet and rug cleaning press the FLOOR CARPET switch E The agitator brush es on the power nozzle will rotate and can be seen through
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