Hoover Breathe Easy User's Manual
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1. This cleaner is for household use only Assemble handle Attach cord Place upper B and lower C handle sections on a flat surface Note The small red tab E above the ON OFF switch F is for with cord hooks A on top With hands on sides of handle sec shipping purposes only and may fall off during assembly If it tions push sections together firmly until they click into place does not fall off the tab will be removed during the final steps of Do not press against the rod D extending from the lower han assembly dle If the rod breaks or bends the cleaner will not work prop Turn handle over Insert large rectangular end of cord into pocket erly Do not push handle together with your hands on the ends in bottom of handle with side marked UP visible of the sections Make sure rectangular end is pushed into the handle as far as pos sible Slide cord protector G toward upper handle Rotate cord protector on With arrow on cord protector pointing Press cord into place at each of the three notches indicated and cord until you see its arrow toward arrow on upper handle press note correct positioning of G H groove l in cord protector into slot in Do not plug cleaner in until assembly is totally complete upper handle Pull cord tight Note location of tapered rails J on With printed side of bracket K facing Pull b2. stairs Cleaning tools The tool set includes a hose wand crevice tool furniture nozzle and dusting brush Attach wand and tools The tools are attached to the hose or the wand in the same manner Push tool firmly onto hose twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen connection Use cleaning tools with cleaner handle in upright position Attach hose to cleaner Turn cleaner OFF before attaching or removing hose With cleaner handle in upright position open hose door and insert hose connec tor until locked in position Suction will automatically be diverted to the hose when cleaner is turned on To remove hose press latch E on hose connector and pull up Note Hose must be removed from hose door when cleaning carpet and rugs to insure proper cleaning performance CAUTION Agitator continues to rotate while cleaner handle is in upright posi tion Avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture fringed area rugs or car peted stairs during tool use To clean tools To clean the hose wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in a liquid detergent Rinse with a damp cloth Cleaning tools may be washed in warm water with a detergent Rinse and air dry before using Select proper tool 1 Dusting brush may be used for carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers 2 Furniture nozzle may be used for uph
3. Replace brush roll Filter bag full e Change filter bag Incorrect carpet height setting e Move nozzle control knob to type of carpet being cleaned Brush roll cavity clogged e Clear blockage see Clearing blockages section Problem Cleaning tools won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Hose clogged e Clear blockage see Clearing blockages section Hose connector inserted incorrectly Insert hose connector properly see Cleaning tools section Problem Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Possible solution Incorrect carpet height setting e Move nozzle control knob to type of carpet being cleaned Clearing blockages Remove large items from surfaces before vacuuming to prevent blockages and to maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner Refer to the following steps to check for blockages continuing with each step until the blockage is found A If a blockage occurs during tool use Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect it from the electrical outlet 1 Remove hose from hose door look into end of hose and remove any block ages 2 Open hose door Look inside and toward back of opening Remove any blockages B If a blockage occurs during floor cleaning Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect it from electrical outlet 1 Turn cleaner to expose underside Remove bottom plate and brush roll as shown for Figs 3 6 and 3 7 2 Carefully remo
4. USING THIS APPLIANCE Wa l l n g To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces e 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 materials such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose Do not use without dust bag or filters in place Change bag frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not put any object into openings 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 electri
5. at those areas and lift off the hood Remove the 2 screws as shown with a Phillips screwdriver Lift bottom plate F and rotate it off the cleaner Removing used belt Remove agitator brush roll and used belt Discard used belt Positioning belt over pulley With lettering on outside of belt pinch belt into a loop and twist slightly to slide new belt over motor pulley G Positioning belt over brush roll Insert brush roll through belt and place belt in belt guide H on brush roll 11 Installing brush roll Grasp brush roll firmly and fit it into position by first sliding belt side into the rectangular slot I on side of cleaner Pull other side of brush roll J into place Turn brush roll making sure belt is not pinched between brush roll and cleaner base Agitator brush roll replacement When to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet When brush roll brushes are worn it should be replaced To check condition of brushes move edge of acard across bottom plate while turning brush roll To maintain cleaning effectiveness replace brush roll if brushes do not touch card 12 Replacing bottom plate Line up bottom plate with front edge of cleaner and rotate it into position Reposition the 2 Phillips head screws Tighten screws securely What to buy When purchasing a new brush roll ask for HOOVER part No 48414 081 How to replace Disconnect clean
6. HOOVER Breathe Easy Review this manual before operating cleaner Thank you for choosing a HOOVER product Please enter the COMPLETE model and serial numbers in the spaces provided Model Serial number Hint Attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your HOOVER product Be sure to fill out and return the product registration card included with your cleaner see back cover Contents Assembling Cleaner Cleaner Descriptions How To Use Cleaning Tools seeeee Upright Cleaner 00 If You Have a Problem Important Safeguards Lubrication ceeseseeeeseteeeneteeeees Maintenance Authorized Service Replacing Agitator Replacing Belt cssse Replacing Headlight Replacing Filter Bag Unpacking Cleaner Warranty oo cececssseeeesseeeeneseeeeneee 2002 The Hoover Company www hoover com UL QR woos U5465 800 senes M 12 120V 60Hz 120A Y BELT 38528 033 a 10 SOLAMENTE POUR UN USAGE M NAGER UNIQUEMENT nRTUC The Hoover Co N Canton Ohio 44720 LR 100082 Macie in U S A Hehe an UA Fabrique aux U Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
7. be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot Leading Retailers from Hoover Factory Service Centers using the order form packed with your cleaner or through The Hoover Company online at www hoover com When ordering bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner What to buy For improved cleaning effectiveness use only Genuine HOOVER Allergen Filtration Type A disposable bags with your cleaner Regular HOOVER Type A disposable bags also fit your cleaner To assure that your cleaner operates at peak performance it is imperative that you use only genuine HOOVER filter bags distributed by The Hoover Company HOOVER bags can be identi fied by these trademarks Hoover 3 Installing filter bag Align opening in new filter bag with dirt tube A inside bag compartment Push bag collar B firmly onto dirt tube Tuck top and bottom of bag into bag com partment Replacing bag door To replace bag door insert the tabs C on bottom of bag door into the slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of paper bag are completely inside the bag compartment Close door The headlight What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulb Hoover Part No 27313 101 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Removing hood Place handle in low position and turn clean er over Hood snaps off by inserting the end
8. cal 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 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 If you need any assistance call Visit our website at www hoover com Click on the Service button to find the service outlet nearest you OR 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of service outlet locations U S only OR 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center Please do not return this product to the store 1 Cleaner Assembly Carton contents Empty carton Find the parts shown before disposing of packing materials A Upper handle B Lower handle C Cord D Tool rack E Tool rack screw packet F Bracket G Bag compartment H Cleaner body I Handle bolt and nut packet one extra nut included J Filter bag K Hose and cleaning tools
9. d on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience Note round opening and hooks S on back of bag compartment Place opening over dirt tube T and align hooks with slots in handle Push very firmly to snap both hooks into handle Pull on bag compartment to make sure it is completely snapped to handle Attach filter bag J Align opening U in filter bag with dirt tube T inside bag compartment Break off red tab E above ON OFF switch by pushing down on tab Note If tab has come off during assem bly make sure switch is in the OFF posi tion down before plugging cord into an electrical outlet Position wand in side of tool rack and snap into place Push bag collar firmly onto dirt tube Tuck top and bottom of bag into bag compartment Attach hose and tools With cleaner in upright position push round end of hose firmly into cup on back of rack Snap dusting brush A crevice tool B and furniture nozzle C into back of tool rack as shown To replace bag door insert the tabs V on bottom of bag door into the slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of paper bag are completely inside the bag compartment Close door Stretch ho
10. er from electrical outlet 1 Remove bottom plate belt and brush roll following directions for Figs 3 6 and 3 7 2 Discard old brush roll 3 Continue following the directions for Belt replacement starting with Fig 3 8 to reposition belt new brush roll and bottom plate Belt storage An extra belt can be stored in the belt storage area located inside the bag compartment Open bag door and stretch belt onto pegs as shown Replace bag door Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor The addition of lubricant could cause damage Do not add lubricant to motor bearings The agitator is equipped with two ball bearings that should be lubricated peri odically 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 calling 1 800 944 9200 for an automat ed referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR e visiting our web site at www hoover com Do notsend your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service this will only result in delay If fur
11. of a flat screwdriver into one of the areas labeled with an arrow on either side of the cleaner as shown Push screwdriver out ward to release hood Repeat on the other side and remove hood Belt replacement The belt on your HOOVER cleaner caus es the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the cleaner The belt is located under the bottom plate of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition When to replace To check belt remove bottom plate as shown in How to replace belt Replace How to replace belt if it is stretched cut or broken Removing bottom plate What to buy To assure effective operation use only genuine HOOVER belts with your clean er When purchasing a new belt ask for Hoover part No 40201190 Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Place handle in low position and turn cleaner over Installing bulb and reposition ing hood Pull old bulb straight out of socket Push new bulb straight into socket until locked in place Excessive force is not required Reposition hood and push firmly to snap it into place on the sides and at the front Note It is not necessary to turn the cleaner over and use a screwdriver to remove the hood once you are familiar with the 2 places on the hood indicated by arrows in Fig 3 4 that unlatch it Simply pull the sides of the hood out ward
12. of carpet Higher Settings for very deep pile car pet where easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning perfor mance Note If the cleaner is difficult to push slide the control to the next higher setting Edge cleaning Edge cleaning is provided on both sides of nozzle to remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture Guide either side of nozzle parallel to edge of carpet or furniture Cleaning lightweight rugs To clean lightweight flexible rugs stand on one end of rug and move cleaner toward other end or edge Before reach ing edge push down on handle This will lift up the nozzle front of cleaner and will prevent rug from clinging to cleaner Continue to lift up nozzle so that when you have reached the edge it is completely off the rug Move cleaner back to start again lower nozzle and use only forward strokes Stair cleaning A stair cleaning handle has been designed for ease in using your cleaner on stairs With handle in operating posi tion place fingers under edge of stair cleaning handle and guide cleaner with other hand on upper handle As an alternative you may use the hose and furniture nozzle for stair cleaning Clean stairs from bottom to top When using cleaning tools the agita tor will continue to rotate CAUTION To avoid personal injury or unnecessary wear to carpet and to prevent the cleaner from falling use extra care if cleaner is placed on
13. olstered furniture draperies tapes tries mattresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted stairs 3 Crevice tool may be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers uphol stered furniture stairs and baseboards 4 Wand used to give extra length to your hose Use it with any of the above 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 ensure con tinued cleaning effectiveness Filter bag When to replace Check bag from time to time It is rec ommended that you change the filter bag when dirt reaches the dotted line If more dirt than this accumulates your cleaner may not operate effectively CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fireplace ashes or fireplace soot may seal the paper bag and may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt When cleaner is used to remove material of this nature change bag often Changing filter bag Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Removing bag door Pull bag door latch forward and remove door from cleaner Grasp sides of bag collar and pull collar from tube Note Do not clean out old bag and reuse Discard used bag 10 Where to buy Filter bags may
14. racket toward bottom of handle bracket K and on lower handle up slide rails on bracket onto rails J on slightly to make sure bracket is locked lower handle until bracket snaps past in place the lock tab L L Make sure hole in bracket aligns with hole in handle M Attach tool rack i Hold rack and handle side by side as shown Attach handle r With cord hooks to the back place assembled handle onto handle base of cleaner body N Rock handle side to side while push ing down firmly Extra pushing effort may be required Attach bag compartment Pull bag door latch forward and remove door Set bag door aside Hook tool rack over left edge of handle matching arrows and letters Push bolt into hole on lower front of handle If bolt will not go through hole easily check the following the bracket is properly positioned Fig 1 9 the handle is pushed completely down Fig 1 13 Slide large tab R on bottom back of bag compartment into slot between the bracket and the lower handle Holding tool rack in place turn handle over and align screw holes Insert small screw and tighten securely Extra effort may be required Place nut in recessed area at back of handle Hold nut in place while tightening bolt securely with a screwdriver Note Only one nut is neede
15. rse 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 To turn cleaner on push switch up Handle positions To turn cleaner off push switch down Plug cord into electrical outlet The handle of your cleaner has three positions upright for storage and when Turn cleaner on and with handle in using cleaning tools operating for gen upright position pull back on handle eral operation on carpet and floors low until front of cleaner is lifted off the for reaching under low furniture Step on carpet This insures that the filter bag is handle release lever to lower handle inflated Transporting cleaner To move your cleaner from room to room put handle in upright position tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward The cleaner can also be moved by lifting it as shown Carpet height adjustment When it is necessary to raise and lower the front of the cleaner A for various carpet pile heights slide the carpet height control B to the correct setting For ease in sliding the control the han dle should be in the upright position C The front of the cleaner will not move into the adjusted position until the cleaner handle is lowered to the oper ating position D For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recom mended e Setting 1 for all types
16. se over tool rack and insert hose connector into front of rack CAUTION When cleaner is turned on the agitator brush roll will continue to rotate while cleaner handle is in upright position Avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture fringed area rugs or carpeted stairs during tool use Cleaner description The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing 1 Handle 2 Cord hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage The top hook can be rotated right or left for easy cord release 3 Extra belt storage inside bag compartment 4 Bag door latch 5 ON OFF switch located on side of handle 6 Bag door 7 Stair cleaning handle located on lower edge of bag 8 Handle release lever step on lever to lower handle to operating or low position 9 Cleaner body 10 Nozzle control knob slide knob to correct setting for height of carpet being cleaned 11 Headlight 12 Furniture guard helps prevent cleaner from marking furniture 13 Hose door open door to connect hose to cleaner 14 Hood 15 Hose 16 Tool rack 17 Dusting brush 18 Extension wand 19 Furniture nozzle 20 Crevice tool Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on bottom plate on bottom of cleaner Polarized plug To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reve
17. ther 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 information or ordering parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner Hoover Cleaning Performance This Hoover Cleaning Performance System is for comparing the relative pro gressive performance of Hoover uprights only and not for comparison with any other brands The majority of this rating is based upon the American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM Carpet Cleaning Effectiveness Test ASTM Test F608 Other performance factors include Hose Power ASTM Test F558 Surface Litter Cleaning Hard Floor Cleaning Edge Cleaning Cleaning Width and Air Filtration 4 If you have a problem If a minor problem occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found Therefore this check list is pro vided for your convenience Problem Cleaner won t run Possible cause Possible solution Not firmly plugged in Plug in firmly e No voltage in wall plug e Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse tripped breaker Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Broken or worn belt Replace belt Agitator brush roll worn
18. ve any blockage from brush roll cavity Reposition brush roll and bottom plate as shown in Figs 3 9 through 3 11 If a blockage is not found and a problem persists contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer Depot 13 Full One 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 pur chase This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period This warran ty applies when the appliance is pur chased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased elsewhere are covered by alimited 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 applica tion Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty service 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 ww
19. w 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 you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If 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 R1 5 02 U5102 900 HOOVER and ia are registered trademarks Litho USA 56511 B51 15
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