Hoover lV User's Manual
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1. a straight edge across the bottom plate to check for length of bristles Always replace both brushes at the same time to maintain cleaning effectiveness 17 um LOCATOR END SECTION WASHER BEARING x Replacing the agitator brushes Disconnect the cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wand To replace worn brushes remove bottom plate belt and agitator following directions previously given Turn end plates of agitator counterclockwise until one end plate comes off Then pry out end section as shown Pry out opposite end section removing the end plate and shaft from the agitator as illustrated Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator with pliers Slide new brushes into the channels small ends first pushing them in as far as possible Replace end plate and shaft lining up locator on end section with slot in agitator Replace other end section and end plate and tighten Should you accidentally displace the bearing during disassembly reassemble as shown Bottom plate brush Periodically check the Bottom Plate Brush to see whether or not bristles have become wom Put the Surface Selector Lever in the Bare Floor position Place a straight edge across the brush opening to check the length of the bristles The bristles should extend beyond the bottom plate 1 16 or more How to replace the bottom plate brush Disconnect cle2. 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 connected to 6 Insure hose connected cleaner properly properly 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 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 service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be ob tained The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the Hoover Factory Service Centers If you are unable to obtain the infor mation 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 War ranty provided with this product Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting infor mation or ordering replacement parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner If further assistance is needed contact the Hoover Company Co
3. water When dry position filter around motor housing with notched edge at the bottom and to the back of the motor housing When to replace the belt on power nozzle The belt located under the bottom plate of the power nozzle should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition To check remove the bottom plate see following section If the belt is stretched or cut or if the agitator fails to rotate replace the belt 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 operation 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 009 when a belt replacement is necessary How to replace the belt Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet before replacing belt and disconnect power nozzle from extension wand Turn power nozzle over Remove metal bottom plate by unscrewing the 2 Phillips head screws at the back of the nozzle Lift plate off to release from nozzle housing Remove the agitator to release the worn or broken belt by first removing the agitator dirt seal lifting it up and sliding it out Then grip agitator and pull out Remove old belt Place one end of the new belt around
4. with the dot on the cleaner Turn the hose clockwise until it lines up with the bar on the cleaner and latch locks into place When the hose is attached properly 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 depress latch away from hose connection opening in cleaner While holding latch turn the hose counterclock wise until the arrow lines up with dot on the cleaner 2 Attach power nozzle a Attach power nozzle at the end of the extension wand Be sure the nozzle is locked in place To release press down on the center of the plastic spring latch and remove nozzle b Position cord into cord clips on extension wands placing ex cess cord between nozzle and bottom cord clip c To attach the hose and extension wands rotate the plastic latch ring on hose grip to accept the button projection on the extension wands Push the handle over the wand so that the button projection fits into the slot Turn the outer ring on the handle to lock the handle and wand in place d Connect nozzle power cord to receptacle underneath handle 3 Attach tool storage rack To attach tool storage rack insert To remove press front middle rear projections of rack into the section and lift rack up two rear slots on top of the cleaner Snap front middle section into place Position tools in appropriate secti
5. E 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 Periodically check revolving brush for build up of lint hair or other foreign material and remove as necessary Adjust or replace cleaning brushes when worn Buy replacement parts from manufacturers authorized service center Have machine checked periodically by manufacturer s authorized service center Store machine carefully in dry area never outdoors For optimum cleaning performance and safety study and follow your Owners Manual keep it in a handy and safe place for future reference THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 R211 79 3137 39 Litho USA 56513 105
6. HOOVER Celebrity IV 53 37 33 Cleaner ki Review this manual before operating cleaner Fill in and retain gs The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a com bination cleaner It has a motorized power nozzle for carpet and floor cleaning and has cleaning tools for above the floor clean ing Your cleaner is a model and has a serial number 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 OE Save Index Assembling Cleaner oe Bote tisapootascka kk ahaa Mul be wets 57 Cleaner Description suba siva lika kera 3 5 Cleaning ToolS s eee e ete eee eee 9 10 How To Use Power Nozzle ig 2 222 sey ess sites e bed usutoj 7 9 Important Safeguards ssxaei css ka ko ernes 2 flega ulon rr rr TTT TTT TTT E TTT TTT 2 Maintenance INO ZZ Ce OS Ce 33 ee dr saa aie ra ek cease retin a feo o 17 Replacing Agitator Brushes s s sede eusueu and sega 17 18 Replacing Bag sesa essa o ke nos 12 13 Replacing Belt sz sepsa te ss ou o utos uke ka ase 14 17 Replacing Bottom Plate Brush ssssereses 19 20 Replacing Headlight ssssssis sse sig tiS kau edo 20 21 Secondary Filterset ka kB ne Leo 14 Storage Vas sss FN AEI ORo ee KA ee eae eek 11 POC NAT GEA Mise Soros tee adhe AN aime reed taut e 11 User Check List sszatcas ua Git PRAJ meta coe iol RATKO 22 1 The
7. Hoover Company 1975 1978 Important safeguards ere Read all instructions 6 Warning Electric shock could occur if used 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 6 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 e Don t run power nozzle over cord It may damage insulation 6 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 Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner 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 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 Fac tory Service Centers or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealers e Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions The use of attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause haz
8. agitator pulley with smooth side of belt against the pulley Line up metal projection on end of agitator opposite the belt1 with groove on inside wall of nozzle Then slide agitator into place 15 To provide space for grasping the agitator remove end of hose from holder PROJECTION Replace end of hose in holder Place a screwdriver under the belt as illustrated Bracing the end of the screw driver against the end of the motor shaft slide belt over end of shaft Remove screwdriver Check to be sure belt is not twisted Rotate the agitator by hand to properly align the belt on the motor shaft Agitator should rotate freely 16 Replace agitator dirt seal Place beveled end toward front Replace bottom plate by fitting the plate over the lip at the front of the nozzle housing Line up the slots over the wheels and position holes in bottom plate over screw mountings Replace screws Nozzle hose The Nozzle Hose carries the dirt from the nozzle to the extension wand and to the throw away bag If the hose becomes obstructed cleaning effectiveness will sharply decrease Remove bottom plate as described in preceding section and slide end of hose out of the holder Clear hose and reinsert into holder Replace bottom plate as described in preceding section Agitator brushes When brushes become worn and bristles do not extend past the bottom plate of the nozzle they should be replaced Hold
9. aner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wand Put the Surface Selector Lever in the Carpet Position This will allow for easier removal of the brush Turn power nozzle over Remove bottom plate by unscrewing the 2 Phillips head screws at the back of the nozzle Lift plate off to release from nozzle housing Turn inside of the bottom plate up Carefully slide brush out of holders With the Surface Selector Lever still in the Carpet position slide new brush into holders one at a time supporting the holder as you slide in the brush Center brush in bottom plate opening by sliding brush in holders as necessary 19 Run a thin utensil such as a table knife around the brush to make certain all the bristles enter the slot in the bottom plate Replace bottom plate by fitting the plate over the lip at the front of the nozzle housing Line up the slots over the wheels and position holes in bottom plate over screw mountings Replace screws Power nozzle with headlight The headlight located on top of the power nozzle operates when the cleaner is turned on How to replace the headlight Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and disconnect power nozzle from extension wand 1 Turn power nozzle over Remove metal bottom plate by unscrewing the 2 Phillips head screws at the back of the nozzle Lift plate off to release from nozzle housing 2 Remove screw on right
10. ards Save these instructions 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 2 UNPACKING THE CLEANER Upack the cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing A Canister B Power nozzle C Disposable bag D Tools with tool storage rack extension wands and hose 4 Headlight Power Nozzle with Headlight for Model 83139 only The cleaner assembled will look like the drawing below a NY WA OD NU A 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 FURNITURE GUARD Around cleaner and power nozzle COMBINATION CARPET AND FLOOR POWER NOZZLE Power nozzle automatically adjusts to different carpet pile heights Has setting for Carpet and Bare Floor SURFACE SELECTOR INDICATOR Shows Carpet or Bare Floor setting of Surface Selector Lever SURFACE SELECTOR LEVER Push lever with your toe to adjust the power nozzle for Carpet and Bare Floors CARRYING HANDLE CASTERS OR WHEELS Provi
11. 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 cord from electric outlet before changing parts 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 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 SECONDARY FILTER To clean secondary filter Disconnect cleaner from electric circuit before removing filter 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
12. de easier towing pull cleaner using hose to guide the cleaner easily over carpet throw rugs and door sills HOSE CORD CONNECTION TO CLEANER Plug hose cord into cleaner base at receptacle CORD REWIND CONTROL To unwind cord pull to desired length Step on cord rewind control to automatically rewind for storage TOOL STORAGE RACK Tool storage for crevice tool furniture nozzle wall floor brush and dusting brush Removable FURNITURE NOZZLE ll WALL FLOOR BRUSH DUSTING BRUSH 13 CREVICE TOOL ON OFF CONTROL A convenient foot operated control on top of cleaner SPRING LATCH Connects extension wands EXTENSION WANDS Connect to hose and power nozzle or cleaning tools COVER LATCH HANDLE ADJUSTMENT LATCH Siep on the handle adjustment latch to lower the handle CORD CLIPS Clip nozzle cord to extension wands SUCTION REGULATOR Close regulator for full suction Open regulator for easy cleaning of some types of carpets lightweight flexible rugs and lightweight draperies NOZZLE CORD CONNECTION TO HANDLE Plug nozzle cord into receptacle underneath handle PLASTIC LATCH RING Connects hose grip to extension wand or to cleaning tools HOSE GRIP Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner WARNING Electrical shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces How to assemble 1 Connect hose To connect hose insert hose into opening of cleaner lining up the arrow on the hose
13. er with casters Position cleaner for hard surface and carpeted stairs according to the illustrations How to store Your cleaner can be stored on end as shown in the illustration Store the power nozzle with the handle in the upright or storage position NOTE When storing the nozzle be sure the Surface Selector Lever is in the Carpet position The hose extension wands power nozzle and tool storage rack can be stored separately from the cleaner if desired 11 Maintenance The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the cleaner Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep this owners manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when needed Proper use and care of your cleaner will insure 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 fireplace 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 What bags to
14. nsumer Affairs Department North Canton Ohio 44720 216 499 9200 22 V 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 Governmental and Private Sources concerned with product safety These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK Never vacuum liquids Never vacuum carpeting that is damp or wet 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 power cord or place sharp objects on it Never let children use machine as a toy Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs Keep machine on floor not on chairs tables etc When machine is turned on never allow fingers hair or garments 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 Always unplug power cord from wall outlet before servicing machine or attaching accessories Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents from trip ping over power cord or machine Use machine and accessories only in manner intended by manufacturer FOR BEST PERFORMANC
15. ons on rack as indicated by symbols How to use Handle adjustments The handle has two positions when used with the power nozzle Storage and Low Step on the Handle Adjustment Latch to lower the handle Use the low position for reaching under low furniture Raise the handle straight up for the storage position torage Adjustment latch Low Carpet and rug cleaning When using the power nozzle for carpet and rug cleaning push the Surface Selector Lever with your toe to the Carpet setting The Selector Indicator should show the lever on the Carpet position CLOSED Hard surface floor cleaning Automatic nozzle adjustment The power nozzle adjusts automatically to the correct cleaning height for all carpets from low pile to shag 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 Regulator Edge cleaning feature This feature provides for cleaning of carpet edges near baseboards and solid furniture Slots on the nozzle bottom plate carry dust from the carpet edge to the nozzle The power nozzle can be used for cleaning hard surface floors such as wood linoleum vinyl asphalt and rubber tile sealed cork concrete and terrazzo as well as carpet You will find it particularly convenient when cleaning rugs to adjust the power nozzle to Bare Floor and continue cleaning the sur
16. rd surface floors such as brick and slate 3 3 Furniture nozzle For upholstered furniture draperies tapestries mattresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted 4 stairs 4 Dusting brush For carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers 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 white plastic spring latch to release Tools may also be attached to the hose grip by revolving 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 The power cord leading from the hose connection to the receptacle on the cleaner base need not be connected when using the cleaning tools However to avoid damage to the cord leave cord connected to the receptacle on the cleaner To clean hard to reach areas Use the curved wand with the extension wand The tools at tached to the curved wand 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 from bottom to top Cleaner with large wheels Clean stairs by standing the cleaner on end as shown HARD CARPETED SURFACE STAIRS STAIRS Clean
17. rounding floor surfaces The small front wheels on the bottom of the power nozzle provide the proper nozzle height for hard surface floors The brush located directly behind the nozzle opening helps to provide effective cleaning of hard surface floors Adjust the Surface Selector with your toe to the Bare Floor setting The Selector Indicator should show the lever on the Bare Floor position As you move from the rug surface and begin to clean the floor you will hear an increase in sound as the agitator brushes power sweep the floor If you prefer you may use the Wall Floor Brush to clean hard surface floors The power nozzle is not recommended for very irregular floor surfaces such as brick slate and certain parquet floors To clean these floors use the Wall Floor Brush Cleaning Tools Removing and Replacing tools To remove tools from tool storage rack grasp the top of the tool as shown in the illustration and lift up To replace tools position tool in appropriate section on the tool storage rack and snap into place Select the proper cleaning tool The cleaning tools have many uses Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions below Adjust the Suction Regula tor to select the amount of suction appropriate to the cleaning task 1 Crevice tool For radiators dresser drawers spaces between kitchen appliances 2 2 Wall floor brush For walls and very irregular ha
18. side of nozzle hose as shown to release headlight cover and lens 20 3 Lift up front of headlight cover Then remove cover and lens 5 Position headlight lens and cover in place aligning projection on cover with slots on power noz zle at front and back of nozzle 6 Press top of cover to snap pro jections into place 7 Turn power nozzle over and replace cover screw 8 Replace bottom plate by fitting the plate over the lip at the front of the nozzle housing Line up the slots over the wheels and position holes in bottom plate over screw mountings Replace screws 21 4 Push bulb into socket and twist to remove Replace with 15 watt bulb Push new bulb into socket and twist into place ku User check list This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating condition when it was shipped from the factory If a minor problem develops 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 A Cleaner 1 Not firmly plugged in 1 Plug unit in firmly wont 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 Obstruction in hose s or 2 Remove foreign object low cleaning tool 3 Secondary filter dirty 3 Clean filter 4 Bag not
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