Hoover Turbopower Dual U5076 Vacuum
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1. Place upper C and lower D handle parts on a flat surface aligning rod sections B With hands on sides of parts push them together firmly until they click and rod sections lock together Be careful not to press against rod B extending from the lower handle shown in Fig 1 3 Do not push handle together with hands on ends of handle parts With side marked UP visible insert large rectangular end of cord into pocket in bottom of handle Make sure rectangular end is pushed down into the handle as far as possible Slide cord protector E toward upper handle Pull cord tight Press cord into place at each of the three notches indicated Do not plug cleaner in until assembly is totally complete Rotate cord protector E on cord With arrow on cord protector E until you see its arrow F pointing toward arrow on upper handle G press groove H in cord protector into slot I in upper handle Step 3 Attach handle Note location of tapered rails J on With printed side of bracket K bracket K and on lower handle facing up slide rails on bracket onto rails J on lower handle until bracket snaps past the lock tab L Pull bracket toward bottom of handle slightly to make sure bracket is locked in place Make sure hole in bracket aligns with hole in handle M Holding tool rack in place turn han dle ov2. Amps Cleaning Effectiveness is the percent value obtained from dividing a the geometric mean of the amount of embedded carpet dirt removed in testing under ASTM Test Method F608 89 by b the value 29 the geometric mean of the midpoints of the dirt pickup scales selected by Hoover asa reference for its rating system 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 checking the Yellow Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household OR checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR calling 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR checking the Service section of The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service this will only result in delay If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner 12 4 If you havea problem If a minor problem occurs it usually can be solved quite eas
3. and follow all the instruction steps in order The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing If you need assistance with any step of the assembly call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only or 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center or Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on the Service button This cleaner is intended for household use Side mounted hose trademark of The Hoover Company Carton contents Remove all parts from carton and identify each item shown Note that some of the items are shipped together in the sealed bag with the owner s manual A Upper handle B Lower handle C Cord D Tool rack E Tool rack screw packet F Bracket G Bag compartment H Cleaner base l Handle bolt and nut packet One extra nut included J Paper bag K Hose and cleaning tools L Extension wand Step 1 Assemble handle Note The white switch lock above the ON OFF switch aids in assembly of your cleaner Assembly can be continued if the switch lock is missing However do not remove the switch lock until assembly is completed Align upper handle and lower handle as shown Step 2 Attach cord
4. bag from time to time It is recommended that you change the filter bag when dirt reaches the dotted line If more dirt than this accumulates your cleaner may not operate effectively NOTE Check and change the filter bag frequently when using cleaner on new carpet due to rapid accumulation of carpet fluff 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 the filter bag often Removing and installing filter bag Align opening in new filter bag with dirt tube A inside bag compartment Push bag collar B firmly onto tube Fold top of bag down under top of bag compartment Continued 9 Replacing bag door To replace bag door lift up lower edge of filter bag Insert the 3 tabs C on bottom of bag door into the 3 slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of filter bag are completely inside the bag compart ment Close door Belt replacement The belt on your HOOVER cleaner causes 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 Replac
5. the cl e a n e r T h ey may damage the cleaner and the bag A lw ays turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose Do not use without dust bag or filters in place C h a n ge bag frequently when picking up very fine materials such as pow d er Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening bl o ck e d keep free of dust int h a i r 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 aw ay f rom heated surfaces Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord N ever handle plug or appliance with wet hands The use of an extension cord is not recommended Do not use with damaged cord or plug lf appliance is not working as it should has been dro p p e d d a m age d left outdoors or dropped into water take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Au th o r i zed 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 o th e rs may cause hazards Save these instructions 1 Assembling cleaner It is extremely important to read
6. to buy Filter bags may 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 and superior filtration use Genuine HOOVER Allergen Filtration Type A disposable bags with your cleaner Regular HOOVER Type A disposable filter bags also fit your cleaner and will provide satisfactory performance 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 identified by these trademarks Hoover 3 C 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 Changing filter bag Disconnect cleaner from electrical out let 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 Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure contin ued cleaning effectiveness Filter bag When to replace Check filter
7. HOOVER Owner s Manual TurboPOWER ENGLISH gt pp 1 12 ESPANOL pag 13 19 Dual Purpose Upright FRAN AIS gt p 20 26 Read this manual before operating the cleaner Thank you for selecting a HOOVERe product This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only or 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center or Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on the Service button PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Fill in and retain The model and serial number are located on the bottom of the cleaner For your personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this information Your cleaner is model and has serial number It is suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your HOOVER product Save Index Assembling Cleanet sssccsee 3 6 Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating ccssseesseseeseeeeees 12 HowTo Use Cleaner Description s ceseee 7 Cleaning TOols ccseccesecsseceeeeeeeee 8 9 Upright Cleanet csccssesseeseenee 7 8 If You Hav
8. cluded with your cleaner Cleaner description Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner This cleaner is intended for household use ON OFF switch To turn cleaner ON push switch A up To turn cleaner OFF push switch down Note 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 reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way To insure that the filter bag is inflated plug cord into electrical outlet and turn cleaner ON With handle in upright position pull back on handle until front of cleaner B is lifted off the carpet This insures that the paper bag is inflated Handle positions The handle of your cleaner has three positions upright for storage and when using cleaning tools operating for general operation on carpet and floors low for reaching under low furniture Step on handle release lever to lower handle The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing 1 Handle 2 ON OFF switch 3 Cord hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage The top hook can be rotated right or left for easy cord release 4 Bag door latch 5 Bag door 6 Stair cleaning handle located on lower edge of bag 7 Handle
9. d on cleaner body and press firmly to snap all four latches Pull up on hood slightly to make sure all four latches are secured 4 Push carpet height control back onto front of cleaner Removing used belt Remove agitator brush roll and broken belt If belt is not broken but is stretched or cut proceed with Figs 3 10 to 3 12 and pull belt off motor pulley Then continue with Fig 3 8 Replacing bottom plate Place the three tabs on bottom plate into slots in front of cleaner base Snap bottom plate into place over agitator Removing hood Remove hood by turning cleaner over and removing carpet height control on front of hood grasp control and pull up Positioning belt onto pulley Stretch new belt onto motor pulley Extra effort may be required to stretch new belt onto pulley Turn agitator making sure the belt is not pinched between agitator and cleaner base The belt must rotate freely inside the belt guide If agitator does not turn remove bottom plate and reposition belt in belt guide What to buy The agitator may be replaced with a double row of brushes Double row of brushes Hoover part No 48414 081 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove hood as shown in Figs 3 10 to 3 12 Place handle in operating position and turn cleaner over Insert end of flat screwdriver into one of the four slots beside an arrow on bottom of c
10. e belt if it is stretched cut or broken What to buy One extra belt has been provided with your cleaner To assure effective operation use only genuine HOOVER belts with your cleaner When purchasing a new belt ask for Hoover part No 38528 027 Positioning belt and agitator Slip agitator through new belt with let tering toward outside of cleaner and position belt in belt guide C 10 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 1 To remove hood refer to Figs 3 10 to 3 12 How to replace Removing bottom plate Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Place handle in operating position and turn cleaner over To remove bottom plate insert end of flat screwdriver into wide area of right hand slot A and push handle of screwdriver to the rear Repeat in left hand slot A Lift extension of bottom plate B rotate plate and remove from cleaner body Push end of belt into opening in cleaner base Reposition agitator making sure to align flat sides of projection D on belt end of agitator with flat sides of slot E in clean er base 2 Remove bulb by pulling straight out of socket push new bulb into socket until it locks in place 3 Place hoo
11. e a Problem ssseeseeen 12 Clearing Blockages sscsseeeee 12 Important Safeguards cscseeeees 2 Maintenance Authorized Service csecsseeeee 12 Lubrication cecseteeeseteneeeeeenneeeenes 11 Replacing Belt sccsssseeesees 10 11 Replacing Agitator Brush Roll 11 Replacing HeadligNt sssseeee 10 Replacing Filter Bag 0008 9 10 Warranty ccccseseeseseeeeneceeeseseeenseeneenes 12 W amp 1995 The Hoover Company www hoover com Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE a a Wa rn l ng m 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 fin gers feet and all parts of body aw ay from openings rotating agitator and other moving part s 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 s u ch as cigarettes m at ch e s or hot ashes Do not use to pick up flammable or combu s t i ble liquids such as gasoline or sand ings or use in areas where they may be present Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with
12. er back of handle is shown and align screw holes Insert small screw and tighten securely Extra effort may be required Step 6 Attach bag compartment Pull bag door latch forward and remove door Set bag door aside Step 4 Attach tool rack Hold tool rack and handle side by Hook tool rack over left edge of side as shown handle matching arrows and letters Step 5 Attach handle With ON OFF switch to the front Place nut O in recessed area at place assembled handle down onto back of handle Hold nut in place extension on cleaner base N1 while tightening bolt securely with a Rock handle side to side while screw driver pushing down firmly Extra push ing effort may be required Only one nut is needed on this Push bolt N2 into hole on lower model The extra nut is not required front of handle but has been provided for your If bolt will not go through hole convenience easily check the following e the bracket is properly positioned Fig 1 9 the handle is pushed down completely Fig 1 13 Note round opening and hooks R on back of bag compartment Slide large tab P on bottom back of Place opening over diy tbe and align hooks with slots T in handle Press firmly to snap both hooks into han dle Pull on bag compartment to make sure it is completely snapped to handle Continued gt 5 bag co
13. ily when the cause is found by using the check list below Problem Cleaner won t run Possible cause Possible solution e Not firmly plugged in Plug unit in firmly No voltage in wall plug e Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse tripped breaker e Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Broken or worn belt Replace belt e Agitator brush roll brushes worn Replace brush roll Filter bag full Change filter bag Incorrect carpet height setting Move carpet height control to type of carpet being cleaned Problem Cleaning tools won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Hose clogged e Clear blockage see Clearing blockages section Hose connector inserted incorrectly Re insert hose connector properly see Cleaning Tools section Problem Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Possible solution Incorrect carpet height setting Move carpet height control to a higher setting Clearing blockages To check for blockages first turn clean er OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet then disconnect hose from cleaner Open hose door A and carefullly remove any visible blockage If no blockage is found check hose and tools and remove the blockage To continue useing tools re attach hose to cleaner lf a blockage is not found and a problem persists contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Au
14. leaner For slots nearest the rear wheels push handle of screwdriver toward cleaner handle for remaining two slots pry out ward to release latches Reposition hood Replace hood and carpet height control 2 Pull belt off motor pulley as shown 3 Remove bottom plate as shown in Fig 3 6 4 Remove agitator from cleaner and discard 5 Reposition belt new agitator and hood by referring to Figs 3 8 to 3 14 Turn cleaner over and lift off hood 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 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 periodically by a Hoover Factory Service Center or an Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot 11 Cleaning Effective ness Per Amp Rating This is not an Amp rating Amps do not measure dirt removal only the amount of electricity used Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp is determined by dividing this model s Cleaning Effectiveness by its
15. mpartment into slot between the bracket Q and the lower handle Step 7 Attach paper bag Align opening in paper bag with dirt tube U inside bag compartment Pull switch lock V above ON OFF switch X straight out Dispose of lock Note If lock has come off during assembly make sure switch is in the OFF position down before plugging cord into electrical outlet Position wand in side of tool rack and snap into place Push paper bag firmly onto tube Tuck top and bottom of paper bag into bag compartment To replace bag door insert the 3 tabs V on bottom of bag door into the 3 slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of paper bag are completely inside the bag compartment Close door Step 8 Attach hose and tools With cleaner in upright position push round end of hose firmly into cup on back of rack Snap dusting brush AA furniture nozzle BB and crevice tool CC into back of tool rack as shown Stretch hose over tool rack and insert hose connector Y into front of rack CAUTION When cleaner is turned on the agitator will continue to rotate when cleaner handle is in upright position Avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture fringed area rugs or carpeted stairs during tool use Fill out and return the product registration card in
16. ne way While this warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state lf further assistance is needed or if there are questions concerning this war ranty or the availability of warranty ser vice outlets write or phone the Con sumer 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
17. pen hose door and insert hose connec tor until locked in position Suction will Stair cleaning A stair cleaning handle has been designed for ease in using your cleaner on stairs With handle in operating position 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 When using cleaning tools the agitator 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 stairs automatically be diverted to the hose when cleaner is turned ON To remove hose press latch C on hose connector and pull up Note Hose must be removed from hose door when cleaning carpet and rugs to insure proper cleaning perfor mance B Select proper clean ing 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 upholstered furniture draperies tapestries 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 upholstered furniture stairs and baseboards 4 Wand is used to give extra length to your hose Attach it to any of the above tools Where
18. release lever step on lever to lower handle to operating or low position 8 Cleaner base 9 Carpet height control slide knob to correct setting for height of carpet being cleaned 10 Furniture guard helps prevent cleaner from marking furniture 11 Headlight 12 Hose door 13 Hood 14 Hose 15 Extension wand 16 Tool rack 17 Dusting brush 18 Crevice tool 19 Furniture nozzle Transporting cleaner To move your cleaner from room to room put handle in upright position tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward A The cleaner can also be moved by lifting it as shown in B Carpet height adjust ment 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 The front of the cleaner will not move into the adjusted position until the handle is lowered to the operating position For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recommended Lowest setting 1 for bare floors and low pile level loop kitchen type carpet Next setting 2 for other types of carpet Higher settings 3 4 for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning perfomance Note If the cleaner is difficul
19. t to push slide the control to the next higher setting Edge cleaning Edge cleaning is provided on both sides of the front of the cleaner to help remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furni ture Guide either side of the cleaner parallel to the edge of the carpet or fur niture to edge of carpet or furniture Cleaning tools Tools allow you to clean surfaces above the floor and reach hard to clean areas Use tools with the cleaner handle in upright position CAUTION Agitator continues 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 How 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 8 Cleaning lightweight flexible rugs Stand on one end of rug and move cleaner toward other end or edge Before reaching 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 front of cleaner so that when you have reached the edge it is completely off the rug Move cleaner back to start again lower front of cleaner and use only forward strokes A Attach hose to cleaner Turn cleaner OFF before attaching or removing hose With cleaner handle in upright position o
20. thorized Warranty Service Dealer Depot Full Two Year Warranty Domestic Use Your HOOVER TurboPOWER appli ance is warranted in normal household use in accordance with the Owner s Manual against original defects in mate rial and workmanship for a period of two full years from date of purchase 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 warranty applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or froma U S Military Exchange Appliances pur chased elsewhere are covered by a lim ited two year warranty which covers the cost of parts only This warranty does not apply if the appliance is used ina commercial or rental application Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following authorized warranty ser vice outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company online at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service transportation will be paid o
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