Hoover QUIET SERIES User's Manual
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1. What bags to buy Use HOOVER bag type H with this cleaner To assure that your HOOVER cleaner operates at peak performance it is imperative that you use only genuine HOOVER throw away bags made by The Hoover Company HOOVER bags can be identified by the trademarks Replacing the throw away bag Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet Open the cleaner by lifting up on the latch to release the cover Push used bag away from holder and lift out Grasp edges of collar section and push opening of collar section of new bag onto holder Make sure collar is pushed completely up to the ridge on the holder 11 Adjust bag around the motor housing and open the folds of the bag to allow the bag to properly fill Make sure all four folds are open Note A bag that does not expand properly may restrict air flow In this event check the bag making sure all the folds are open High suction on some carpet surfaces can cause the nozzle to hug the carpet and also restrict air flow When this occurs reducing the suction with the Suction Regulator may be helpful wW NOZZLE CONNECTOR Clearing obstructions Removing larger items from car pet and floor surfaces before vac uuming will help prevent obstruc tions in the hose wands or nozzle connector and maintain the cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner To check for obstructions first disconnect power nozzle cord and wands from cleaner base T2. plate on bottom of cleaner How to assemble 1 Connect hose To connect hose insert hose into opening of cleaner lining up the arrow on the hose with the dot on the cleaner Turn the hose clockwise until the arrow lines up with the bar on the cleaner and latch locks into place When the hose is attached prop erly the hose cord plug will reach to the receptacle on the cleaner Insert the plug firmly and as deep into the receptacle as possible To disconnect hose first remove hose cord plug from receptacle Then depress latch away from hose connection opening in cleaner While holding latch turn the hose counterclockwise until the arrow lines up with dot on the cleaner Remove hose 2 Attach power nozzle Attach power nozzle at the end of the straight wand by fitting the button projection on the nozzle connector into the opening at the end of the wand Be sure the nozzle is locked in place To release press down on the center of the spring latch NOZZLE CONNECTOR Attach the curved wand to the straight wand Position cord into cord clips on extension wands placing excess cord between nozzle and bottom cord clip To attach the hose to the exten sion wands rotate the plastic latch ring on the handle to accept the button projection on the curved wand Push the handle over the wand so that the button projection fits into the slot Turn the latch ring to lock the wand in place Connect nozzl
3. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Keep hands feet loose clothing and hair away from rotating agitator Do not operate the cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals Don t run power nozzle over cord It may damage insulation Do not use cleaner to pick up matches or live ashes and cigarette butts Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn machine off at switch before unplugging Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Change bag frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to cord plug prongs or receptacle The use of an extension cord is not recommended If cleaner is in disrepair do not attempt to operate Have repairs made by the qualified personnel at Hoover Factory Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealers Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the in structions The use of attachments not recommended by the appli ance manufacturer may cause hazards Save these instructions Quality Products thru Employee Participation Unpacking Unpack the cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown below Remove and dis pose of the cardboard packing A Canister cleaner B Power no
4. HOOVER 33 93 8 32 7 Celebrity QS series Cleaner Fill in and retain The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combina tion cleaner It has a motorized power nozzle for carpet and floor cleaning and has cleaning tools for above the floor cleaning Your cleaner is a model no __ gt gt i and has a serial number gt gt For your personal records please enter the model number and serial number in the spaces provided above and retain in a safe place The model number and serial number appear on the bottom of the cleaner Save Index Assembling Cleaner s susssssssssssssen 56 Cleaner Description se s sees eee eeee 34 How to Use Cleaning Tools 2 0 sce eee eee eee ees 8 9 Power Nozzle seeesee eee e eee e eee eee 7 If You Have a Problems sess eeeuenunnnuee 18 Lubrication as cececi da eetencotectecn dt aa ccd 17 Maintenance Cleaning Secondary Filter 13 Clearing Obstructions esseee eee n ene 12 Replacing Agitator Brushes 16 17 Replacing Bag a E E E E E E E E A 10 12 Replacing Belt sssecseseeenenens 13 15 Storing Cleaner 222 eee ene e eee 9 10 1975 1978 1980 The Hoover Company Important Safeguards Read all instructions Warning Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet sur faces Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children
5. Turn nozzle over and replace screws 15 END PLATES END SECTION Agitator brushes When to replace brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet before checking brushes To check condition of brushes place edge of a card on the bot tom of nozzle base across agita tor opening Rotate agitator by hand If brushes do not touch edge of card all four brushes and brush roll should be replaced to maintain cleaning effectiveness When replacing agitator brushes ask for HOOVER part No 48445017 How to replace agitator brushes Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wands Remove nozzle cover agitator and belt following directions in How to replace belt section 1 Hold agitator as shown Turn end plates in opposite directions until one end plate comes off 2 Pull or pry out end sections as shown in illustration Note Pulley end should be re moved by pulling straight out 3 Note position of bar brush as ne to insure correct replace ee ee Remove bar brush assemblies by pulling them from agitator slots Use pliers if necessary The word BAR is stamped near the slots on the agitator Match the bar side of the bar brush assembly with the label on the agitator shell Slide the new assemblies into the slots while twisting the assemblies in a coun terclockwise motion Push in as far as possible tapping the other en
6. d lightly if necessary Be sure brushes and bars are aligned for full length of agitator 4 Reassemble agitator parts Line up locator on end sections with slot on agitator Push end sections LOCATOR into position Screw on end plates and tighten 5 Should you accidentally dis END SECTION place the bearing during dis WASHER ea assembly reassemble as shown BEARING Replace belt agitator and nozzle cover Lubrication The motor is equipped with two bearings 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 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 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 develops it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is iden tified Accordingly this check list is provided for your convenience Problem Possible cause Possible solution A Cleaner 1 Not firmly plugged in 1 Plug unit in firmly won t run 2 No voltage in wall plug 2 Check fuse or breaker 3 Blown fuse tripped breaker 3 Replace fuse reset breaker B Cleaner 1 Bag full 1 Change throw away bag suction 2 Obstruct
7. e power cord to receptacle underneath handle 3 Position tools Place tools on top of cleaner by pushing tool down securely into the appropriate socket How to use Power Nozzle Handle adjustment The handle has two positions when used with the power noz zle Upright and Operating To lower handle to the Operating position place your foot on the power nozzle and push the han dle down Automatic nozzle adjustment The power nozzle adjusts auto matically to effectively clean hard surface floors and all carpet from low pile to shag However the nozzle is not rec ommended for very irregular floor surfaces such as brick slate and certain parquet floors To clean these floors use the Wall Floor Brush It is suggested that you use the power nozzle with the Suction Regulator closed for full suction If the power nozzle is difficult to push open the Suction Regula tor Edge cleaning Brushed edge cleaning is provid ed on the right side of the nozzle to remove imbedded dirt in car pet near baseboards and furni ture Guide the right side of the nozzle parallel to the edge of the carpet or furniture for brushed edge cleaning Standard edge cleaning is pro vided on the left side of the noz zle to remove surface dust and lit ter Guide the left side of the noz zle parallel to the edge of the car pet for standard edge cleaning CLOSED Cleaning Tools The cleaning tools have many uses Sel
8. ect the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions below Adjust the Suction Regulator to select the amount of suction appropriate to the cleaning task 1 Crevice tool for radiators dresser drawers spaces between kitchen appliances 2 Wall floor brush for walls and very irregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate 3 Furniture nozzle for upholster ed furniture draperies tapes tries mattresses clothing auto mobile interiors and carpeted stairs 4 Dusting brush for carved fur niture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds baseboards shutters and regis ters To connect and remove tools To connect the tools insert end of tool into the extension wand and snap into position To disconnect press down on the center of the spring latch and remove tool Tools may also be attached to the handle by rotating the plastic latch ring to accept the button projection on the tool Then turn the latch ring as shown to lock the tool in place To remove the tool reverse the above procedure Power cord To avoid damage to the power cord leave it connected to the receptacle on the cleaner at all times To clean hard to reach areas The tools attached to the curved wand as shown will enable you to clean many hard to reach areas especially crown moldings tops of drapery rods shelves and picture frames To clean stairs Clean stairs by placing
9. ion in hose wands 2 Remove foreign object low or nozzle connector 3 Secondary filter dirty 3 Clean filter 4 Bag not opening 4 Open bag by pulling folds 5 Suction regulator control 5 Check to be sure suction improperly set regulator is set properly 6 Hose not properly connected 6 Insure hose properly to cleaner connected C Agitator 1 Hose power cord not firmly 1 Plug firmly into receptacle won t run plugged in on cleaner base and under neath handle 2 Broken or worn belt 2 Replace belt D Nozzle 1 Low cleaner suction 1 See Item B won t pick 2 Obstruction in nozzle 2 Remove foreign object up connector 3 Agitator not running 3 See Item C 4 Agitator brushes worn 4 Replace brushes 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 HOOVER 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 wi
10. l 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 machrne or attaching accessories Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from tripping over power cord or machrne 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 unpluggrng the power cord Have machine checked periodically by manufacturers authorized service center Use only manufacturers 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 tt in a handy and safe place for future reference THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 R19 83 3193 3217 Litho USA 56513 134
11. ll 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 18 VC M A VACUUM CLEANER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION HOOVER AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER Service To The Consumer Since 19 13 Consumer Information This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers Associ ation from Governmental and Private Sources concerned with product safety Thkse basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids Do not store machrne 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 Keep machrne 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 unpluggrng machine grasp plug not cord guide cord and plug during wrapping or cord ree
12. n good condition To check remove the nozzle cover see following section Replace the belt if it is stretched cut or broken 13 _ A SSaer th a MOTOR PULLEY AGITATOR PULLEY How to replace the belt Disconnect cleaner from elec trical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wands Turn nozzle over and unscrew the 2 Phillips head screws from the nozzle base Return nozzle to original position and lift up back of nozzle cover Then remove cover rotating it for ward and lifting it off To remove the agitator position your hand underneath the nozzle base at the agitator opening and push up the belt side of the agita tor Remove agitator and old belt Place one end of new belt around the motor pulley with lettering on outside of belt Then slip other end of belt around the plastic pulley end of the agitator Position round projection on end Slide belt side of agitator into of agitator opposite the belt into place pushing the agitator slight the opening in the wall of the ly to left pulling it forward and nozzle base then down Roll agitator to make sure belt is positioned properly The cover attaches at the front of the nozzle Place the notched edge at the front of the cover into the groove in the nozzle base While maintaining front connec tion rotate cover over nozzle base and pull nozzle cord through opening in cover
13. the cleaner on its side as pictured in the illustration Clean stairs from bottom to top Storing cleaner Cord wrap When cleaner is not in use wrap the cord around the cord storage hook located on the cover of the cleaner and the carrying handle Your cleaner can be stored on end as shown in the illustration Store the power nozzle with the handle in the upright position The hose extension wands and power nozzle can be stored separately from the cleaner if desired 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 When to replace Check bag from time to time When the bag is filled with dirt the cleaner will not operate efficiently Discard used bag 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 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
14. urn cleaner ON and check hose end for suction Remove any obstructions Remove power nozzle from wands and attach wands to hose Check for suction and remove any obstructions Before attaching power nozzle to wands check nozzle connector While holding nozzle push noz zle connector down to lowest po sition Look into nozzle connector and remove any obstructions Secondary filter To clean secondary filter Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet The secondary filter protects the motor from dirt particles If the filter becomes dirty either clean or replace it To remove secondary filter open cover of cleaner and lift filter off of motor housing Clean filter by rinsing it in water When dry position filter around motor hous ing with notched edge at the bot tom and to the back of the motor housing The belt The belt in your power nozzle drives the agitator It has been designed specifically for use in this cleaner and is important for effective opera tion 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 correctly and may create stress which could damage your power nozzle Use only a genuine HOOVER Belt No 38528 011 when a belt replacement is necessary When to replace the belt on power nozzle The belt located under the nozzle cover should be checked from time to time to be sure it is i
15. zzle C Throw away bag D Extension wands cleaning tools and hose The cleaner assembled will look like the drawing below N O 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Power Nozzle automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights Casters provide easy towing pull cleaner using hose to guide the cleaner over carpet area rugs and door sills Hose Cord Connection to Cleaner is made by plugging hose cord into cleaner base at receptacle Furniture Guard ON OFF Switch is a convenient foot operated switch on top of the cleaner Tool Storage on top of cleaner is for storing furniture nozzle dusting brush wall floor brush and crevice tool Crevice Tool Cord Storage Hook Wall Floor Brush Dusting Brush Furniture Nozzle Spring Latch locks extension wands Extension Wands connect to hose and power nozzle or cleaning tools Cover Latch Carrying Handle Suction Regulator should be closed for full suction Open regulator for easy cleaning of some types of carpet lightweight flexible rugs and light weight draperies Cord Clips clip nozzle cord to extension wands Nozzle Cord Connection to Handle is made by plugging nozzle cord into receptacle underneath the handle Plastic Latch Ring rotates to lock handle to extension wands or clean ing tools Handle is on end of hose for use with extension wands or cleaning tools Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data
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