Hoover U4361 User's Manual
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1. Furniture Guard helps prevent cleaner from marking furniture Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner base How to assemble Before assembly identify the type of handle on your cleaner 1 Square handle with molded grip or 2 Round handle Then as semble the cleaner according to handle type 1 Square handle with molded grip A Put handle together Remove cardboard from end of handle sections Remove bolt and nut from upper handle sec tion Slide the two handle sections to gether making sure that both cord storage hooks are on the same side of handle Insert bolt through small holes and secure with nut Tighten nut with screw driver If the nut and bolt will not assem ble as shown in the illustration the holes in the handle are not lined up correctly B Attach handle to the cleaner Unscrew nut and remove bolt from handle bail Connect electric plug from the handle with the socket in the han dle bail Make sure plug and sock et assembly is securely locked Carefully guide the plug and socket assembly into the handle Push the handle down into the bail until it is securely in place RODIN St aens Meremeta isao nanie aa 5S RII A EAD A RE aera TSA ASEET EEE S AEN ES EEES EY aN am Reinsert bolt through small holes of handle and secure with nut Tighten nut with screwdriver Proceed to Section C 2 Round hand2. Turn cleaner over and remove the two screws indicated in the il lustration Place cleaner in the upright position and remove hood 3 Remove bulb by pulling straight out of socket Replace by pushing bulb straight into socket until it locks in place 4 Replace hood and screws Tighten screws securely The belt The belt of your cleaner causes the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the cleaner The belt is located under the bot tom plate of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition When to replace the belt To check the belt remove the bottom plate see following section If the belt is stretched cut or broken replace the belt What belt to buy To assure effective operation use only genuine HOOVER belts with your cleaner When purchasing a new belt ask for HOOVER part No 49258 17 LOSS SA j VS a Q J N How to replace the belt Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Turn cleaner over Remove bottom plate by releasing lat ches 2 Release worn belt from pulley 3 Lift out agitator remove old belt and place new belt in groove of agitator 4 Replace agitator by aligning the projection located on one end of the agitator with the slot on the wall of the cleaner base Then push the agitator down into position 18 5 Place belt on pulley Side of belt nearer clea
3. lock Attach the bag to the spring hook located on the top section of the handle a men D Attach throw away bag to cleaner To attach throw away bag to cleaner unzip outer bag Pull out tube Push bag collar firmly onto tube by first positioning bottom of collar and then top onto tube Make sure the collar is pushed past the raised portion at the top and bot tom of the tube Pull out pleats of bag Tuck top then bottom of bag into outer bag Zip outer bag E Check air freshener dispenser some models only The small drawer in the top of the bag cap should not be removed If it should become detached replace by unhooking the bag spring and tipping the bottom of the drawer to insert projections into back of cap opening Push drawer down into position and hook bag spring How touse ON OFF switch To turn cleaner ON push switch down To turn cleaner OFF push the switch up OFF NORMAL Some models are equipped with a f two speed Power Surge switch POWER When the switch is pushed up as SURGE i far as possible it is in the OFF position Normal Speed is to be used for regular cleaning of carpet and rugs and when using cleaning tools Slide the switch down one notch from OFF to NORMAL speed Power Surge Speed is to be used for extra cleaning power on a heavily soiled area of carpet Slide the switch down as far as possible and hold it in that position to en gage th
4. the dirt reaches the dotted line on the throw away bag If you let more dirt than this accumulate your cleaner may not operate effec tively CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fire place 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 Throw away bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center When ordering bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner What bags to buy Use HOOVER bag type A with this cleaner Hoover To assure that your cleaner operates at peak I a performance it is imperative that you use only ia genuine HOOVER throw away bags made by The Hoover Company HOOVER bags can be identified by the trademarks How to change bag Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet To change throw away bag grasp sides of bag collar and pull collar from tube Note Do not clean out old bag and re use Discard used bag To install new bag refer to How to assemble section 16 The headlight How to replace the headlight Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet This cleaner uses 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulbs 1 Set adjustment lever for pile height to the NORMAL or HIGH position 2
5. tool purpose brush How to assemble hose and converter By using this converter attach ment suction is channeled from the cleaner to the hose and clean ing tools 12 The converter must first be as sembled to the hose by inserting the converter into the hose con nector Push connector and converter to gether and twist until the projec tions on the converter fit into the holes on the hose connector This unit should remain assembled for all future tool use Using cleaning tools A Attach converter Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet Cleaner must not be plugged in when positioning or removing converter CONNECTOR CONVERTER With cleaner in upright position grasp handle and lean cleaner backwards until handle is flat on the floor and the underside is visi ble Grasp the converter turn red converter lock away from the hose 13 Place plastic latches of converter onto metal rim of bottom plate MOT PEE ene tg Pivot converter until it covers the opening To lock in place turn red con verter lock toward the hose Raise cleaner to upright position B Select proper cleaning tool The cleaning tools have many uses Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the de scriptions below Wall floor brush for walls and very irregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate Fig 1 Furniture nozzle for upholster ed furniture d
6. E ADVANTAGE y L357 61 030 Upr ight 2j Cleaner Fill in and retain The vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combination cleaner It is used for carpet and rug cleaning and may be used with took for above the floor cleaning The model and serial number appear on the bottom of the cleaner base i For your personal records please enter these numbers in the spaces provided below and retain in a safe place Your cleaner is model and hasserial number Save Index Assembling cleaner eeeeeeeeeeeeeees 5 8 Cleaner Description and Unpacking 3 4 Energy Saving Tips 2eeeeeeeeeeeeeee 22 How to Use Cleaning Tools 20 5626 00cee eee e eee eee 12 15 Special Features 2022eeeeeeeeees 11 12 Upright Cleaner 02 s eee ee ee ee 9 11 If You Have a Problem 00cc ee eeeeee 21 Important Safeguards eeeeee eee eee eee 2 Lubrication siso sars ais e e x ee Pee eres dune eal eC 22 Maintenance Authorized Service 2 eeceeceeeeeees 21 How to Replace Belt 2222 e008 17 19 How to Replace Brushes 19 20 How to Replace Headlight 17 How to Replace Throw Away Bag 8 16 1972 1980 1982 1984 The Hoover Company Important Safeguards e Read all instructions e Warning Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces e Close supervision is necessary
7. VER replacement parts may be obtained The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the Hoover Factory Service Centers If you are unable to obtain the in formation you need from the Yellow Pages contact a Hoover Factory Service Center to find your nearest Authorized Warranty Service Dealer For service under warranty follow the instructions in the Warranty pro vided with this product Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service as this will only result in delay Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting informa tion or ordering replacement parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Con sumer Affairs Department North Canton Ohio 44720 216 499 9200 21 Lubrication The motor is equipped with one ball bearing and one sleeve bearing These bearings 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 is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated periodically This should be done by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer T saving tips 5 1 Replace throw away cleaner bag promptly before overfilled Use a genuine HOOVER bag made for your model cleaner 2 To maintain effective cleaning replace agitato
8. e POWER SURGE speed When the switch is re leased it will return to the NOR MAL speed position To operate Plug cord into electrical outlet Your cleaner is now ready to op erate Turn the cleaner ON and with handle in upright posi tion pull back on handle until the front of the cleaner is free from the carpet This insures that the throw away bag is inflated UPRIGHT Handle adjustment The handle of your cleaner has three positions Upright for storage and when using attach ments Operating for general operation on carpet and floors Low for reaching under low fur niture Step on handle release lever to lower the handle OPERATING 9 p aa ni Adjustment for carpet pile height The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle This is the opening at the bottom of the ADJUSTMENT NOZZLE cleaner where the agitator is lo LEVER cated It is necessary to raise and lower the nozzle for various carpet pile heights The adjustment lever raises and lowers the nozzle for various carpet pile and is located to the right of the bag near the bottom of the cleaner You can most easily make nozzle adjustments if you move the lever UPWARDS with your toe until the lever clicks into the desired position Therefore when a downward adjustment is requir ed first press the lever all the way down into the SHAG posi tion and then move upward one position at a time Pile height adju
9. e of A A Upper handle section the cardboard packing B Cc B Lower handle section C Cleaner main body and hood assembly D Outer bag assembly E Throw away bag F Fragrance tablet some models only The cleaner assembled will Cook like the drawing below 6 8 9 5 10 11 12 4 13 2 1 14 After identifying each part begin assembling 1 Headlight 2 Hood 3 Pile Height Adjustment Display some models only indicates the four positions set by the Adjustment Lever for cleaning various i carpet piles Four positions are LOW NORMAL HIGH and SHAG 4 Adjustment Lever for Carpet Pile Height to adjust the underside of the cleaner nozzle location to the carpet pile height 5 Cord Storage Hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage On some models the top cord storage hook can be rotated forward or backward for easy cord release 6 Handle square design shown in sketch some models have round handle 7 ON OFF Switch some models have two speeds 8 Spring Hook place spring ring over hook to support the bag 9 Air Freshener Dispenser Some models only designed to hold a fragrance tablet and release a pleasant scent during cleaning 10 Outer Bag covering for throw away bag 11 Handle Bail support for handle 12 Carrying Handle located on the underside of the handle bail 13 Handle Release Lever step on lever to lower handle to Operating and Low position 14
10. eight adjustment Some models are equipped with a second motor speed for use with tools When the handle is placed in the upright storage position the motor automatically adjusts to the higher speed For added stability the carpet height adjustment lever should be set ac cording to the surface on which the cleaner is standing on bare floors set at LOW setting on carpet set at SHAG setting For tool use place the cleaner handle in the upright position plug cleaner into the electrical outlet and push switch to the ON or NOR MAL position Your cleaner is ready for use for cleaning above the floor and in hard to reach areas To clean tools To clean the hose wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened with a liquid deter gent Rinse with a damp cloth Cleaning tools may be washed in warm water with a detergent Rinse and let dry before using 15 maranan Maintenance The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the cleaner Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep this owner s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when needed Proper use and care of your cleaner will assure continued cleaning effectiveness The bag Your cleaner has a durable outer bag which covers the throw away bag A light wiping with a damp cloth will keep this outer bag clean When to replace the throw away bag Check the bag from time to time It is recommended that you change the bag when
11. le A Put handle together Remove cardboard from the end of handle sections Remove bolt and nut from upper handle sec tion Slide the two handle sections to gether making sure that both cord storage hooks are on the same side of handle Insert bolt through small holes and secure with nut Tighten nut with screw driver If the nut and bolt will not assem ble as shown in the illustration the holes in the handle are not lined up correctly B Attach handle to the cleaner Unscrew nut and remove bolt and plate from handle bail Take assembled handle and place so that the socket holes in the bottom of the handle are directly in line with the electrical prongs Position the handle so that the ON OFF switch is to the rear of the cleaner Push down until handle is secure ly in place Insert bolt into small hole in front of handle Replace plate on back of handle by inserting projection on plate into lower hole on handle Tabs on handle bail will fit into notches on plate Position nut on bolt and tighten with screwdriver C Attach outer bag to cleaner The outer bag is connected at the rear of the cleaner by hooking the two projections at the bottom of the outer bag assembly into the grooved plate extending from back of cleaner base Then slide the lock lever located just above the cleaner opening to the left and fit bag against opening Slide the lock lever to the right to fit completely over the bag
12. ner should be in line with projections on bottom of cleaner Placing the belt in this position enables the agitator to rotate in the proper direction 6 Replace bottom plate by put ting metal knobs on plate into wire holders underneath front of cleaner Pivot plate into position over agitator and latch securely Agitator brushes When to replace brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet before checking brushes When brushes are worn and bristles do not touch the edge of a card held across the bottom plate at the agitator opening they should be replaced Always replace both brushes at the same time to maintain cleaning effec tiveness 19 rere How to replace the brushes Brushes HOOVER part No 48445001 Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 To replace worn brushes remove bottom plate belt and agitator fol lowing directions given on preceding pages 2 Turn end plates of agitator in opposite directions until one end plate comes off 4 Remove opposite end plate and shaft by pulling straight out Pry out remaining end section LOCATOR 6 To reassemble reverse proce dure Replace the last end sec tion removed then end plate and shaft Replace remaining end sec tion and end plate Be sure end sections are assembled with loca tor lined up with slot in agitator 3 Then pry out end section as shown 5 Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator Use plie
13. r brushes and belt when necessary 3 Turn off cleaner when not in use such as when moving furniture 4 Keep your cleaner operating at peak performance level have inspec tion and service performed by a Hoover Factory Service Center or Au thorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer 22 VV C M A VACUUM CLEANER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION HOOVER AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER Service To The Consumer Since 1913 Consumer information This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers Associ ation from Government and Private Sources concerned with product safety These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids Do not store machine outdoors Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately TO AVOID ACCIDENTS Never vacuum live ashes or cigarette butts Never run machine over or place sharp objects on the power cord Never let children use machine as a toy Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs Except for hand held cleaners keep machine on floor not on chairs tables etc When machine is turned on never allow fingers eyes hair garments etc to come near intake suction ports or revolving brushes Never leave machine running or cord plugged in when unattended Turn machine off at switch before unplugging from wall outlet When unplugging machine grasp plug not cord guide cord and plug during wrapping or cord
14. r cleaner and insert the air freshener tablet that has been packed with your cleaner Push drawer down into position The amount of fragrance releas ed is regulated by sliding the con trol to one of three settings shown on top of the bag cap Air freshener tablets may be ob tained from your local authorized Hoover dealer a Hoover Factory Service Center or by using the mail order form packed with your cleaner Carrying handle Your cleaner has a convenient carrying handle located on the underside of the handle bail Edge cleaning This feature improves the cleaning of carpet edges near baseboards and solid furniture Dust and lint tend to collect along these edges The cleaner bottom plate has been designed with a passageway for dirt to enter the nozzle from the side to increase cleaning ability of edges From the right or left side slowly guide the cleaner parallel to the edge of the carpet Quick cord release Available on some models To release the cord rotate the top hook forward or backward The hook can then be reposition ed for wrapping the cord Cleaning Tools Available at additional cost The cleaning tools allow you to do above the floor cleaning and to clean hard to reach areas Deluxe cleaning set includes Standard cleaning set includes vinyl hose converter wands lightweight hose converter dusting brush furniture nozzle wand crevice tool and multi wall floor brush crevice
15. raperies tapes tries mattresses clothing auto mobile interiors and carpeted stairs Fig 2 Multi purpose brush standard set only for dusting surfaces such as table tops lamp shades draperies as well as for cleaning upholstered furniture stairs and automobile interiors Fig 3 Dusting brush for carved fur niture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds baseboards shutters and regis ters Fig 4 Crevice tool for radiators dress er drawers spaces between kitch en appliances Fig 5 Wand s Used to give extra length to your hose They are ideal to reach ceilings the top of draperies high shelves and cup boards Use them with any of the above tools Fig 6 Available only in deluxe set 14 C Attach tool After choosing the proper tool for your particular task attach it to the end of the hose grip tetas The outer plastic ring on the end of the hose grip has a slot Turn the ring until that slot aligns with the slot in the hose connec tor m Insert the tool so that the button Turn the plastic ring as shown to on the tool fits into the slot in the lock the tool in place To remove AN end of the hose grip tools reverse the procedure For additional length attach one or both wands to the hose as described above Tools attach to the wand s in the same manner Available with deluxe set only D Use correct handle position and carpet h
16. reel rewinding The use of an extension cord is not recommended Never vacuum in the presence of flammable or combustible liquids or fumes Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or attaching accessories Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from tripping over power cord or machine Use machine and accessories only in manner intended by manufacturers FOR BEST PERFORMANCE Keep your machine and all accessories clean and in good operating condition Change or clean bags and or filters as recommended by manufacturer to maintain optimum cleaning efficiency after unplugging the power cord Periodically check revolving brush for build up of lint hair or other foreign material and remove as necessary after unplugging the power cord Adjust or replace cleaning brushes when worn after unplugging the power cord Have machine checked periodically by manufacturer s authorized service center Use only manufacturer s authorized service center for parts or service Store machine carefully in a dry area For optimum cleaning performance and safety study and follow your Owner s Manual keep it in a handy and safe place for future reference R1 10 84U4359 61 030 Litho USA 56511 223
17. rs if neces sary Slide new brushes into chan nels Push them in as far as possi ble END SECTION WASHER we BEARING 7 Should you accidentally dis place the bearing during disas sembly reassemble as shown 20 If you have a problem This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating con dition when it was shipped from the factory If a minor problem devel ops it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is identified Accordingly this check list is provided for your convenience Problem Possible cause Possible solution Cleaner 1 Not firmly plugged in 1 Plug unit in firmly won t 2 No voltage in wall plug 2 Check fuse or breaker run 3 Blown fuse tripped 3 Replace fuse reset breaker breaker Cleaner 1 Broken or worn belt 1 Replace belt won t 2 Agitator brushes worn 2 Replace brushes pick up 3 Bag full 3 Change throw away bag 4 Incorrect carpet adjust 4 Set carpet adjustment ment lever setting lever for type carpet being cleaned Cleaner 1 Incorrect carpet adjust 1 Set carpet adjustment hard ment lever setting lever for type carpet to push being cleaned 2 Belt on incorrectly 2 Position belt correctly See paqe 19 5 If the problem persists check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under Vacuum Cleaners Household for your nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer where approved HOOVER service and genuine HOO
18. stment indicator The indicator for the selected carpet pile height is at location of the adjustment lever Fig 1 or shown in the window on top of the cleaner hood Fig 2 Select the adjustment for the carpet pile height according to the chart below Low for low pile and kitchen carpet Normal for carpet with normal pile height and for removing loose dirt from hard surface floors i High for carpet with normal pile height but thicker density if the cleaner is difficult to push at Normal move the lever to the High position Shag for very long or shag pile carpet Note If the Low setting is used on a higher pile carpet there is an in crease in the belt load and pushing effort is greatly increased 10 Cleaning lightweight flexible rugs Lightweight flexible rugs used on hard surface floors in entrances bathrooms etc should be cleaned by the following method Stand on one end of the rug and move the cleaner toward the oth er end or edge 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 clean er Continue to lift up the nozzle so that when you have reached the edge it is completely off the rug Move the cleaner back to start again and lower the nozzle using only forward strokes Special Features Air freshener dispenser available on some models Lift the drawer in the bag cap of you
19. 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 e Keep hands feet loose clothing and hair away from rotating agitator Do not operate cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals e Don t run cleaner over cord It may damage insulation e Do not use cleaner to pick up matches or live ashes and cigarette butts e Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag e Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn machine off at switch before unplugging e Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner e Change bag frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder e Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to cord plug prongs or receptacle e The use of an extension cord is not recommended e If cleaner is in disrepair do not attempt to operate e Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at Hoover Factory Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealers e Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions Use only attachments recommended by the appliance manufacturer others may cause hazards Save these instructions Quality Products thru Employee Participation Unpacking Unpack the cleaner from the Q carton and identify the parts F shown Remove and dispos
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