Hoover S1147 Twist Vac Handheld Vacuum
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1. Owner s Twist amp Vac with swivel nozzle Cleaner Review this manual before operating cleaner This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factroy If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation call 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 DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Fill in and retain The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a lightweight hand held cleaner It is designed for quick cleanups on carpet rugs or upholstery 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 Cleaner Descriptions 00ceeeeee eee 3 How to USe sassessessososasenuacennosesenonesua 4 5 If You Have a Problem 0ce 12 Important Safeguards ccce 2 Lubrication Wissen 12 Maintenance Agitator Belt cssssccessssessecee 10 Agitator Brush crs 10 11 Clearing Obstructions ne 7 Dirt CUD ticacu2. cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Remove bottom plate agitator and belt following directions for How to replace belt 2 Discard old agitator and end caps 3 If the end caps should fall off the agitator they are different from each other and need to be properly oriented as shown below End caps should fit tightly on agitator FIBER WASHER FIBER WASHER 0 END CAP WITHOUT ee SIDE PROJ ECTIONS J CROWN FOR a BELT A WITH SIDE PROJECTIONS 4 Position agitator in nozzle and replace bottom plate screws and front cover following directions for How to replace belt 11 If you have a problem 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 solved quite easily when the cause is identi fied Therefore this check list is provided for your convenience Problem Cleaner won t run Possible Cause Possible Solution 1 Not firmly plugged in an da Reece Ree h Ahead Plug unit in firmly 2 No voltage in wall plug ene sian coped ia eee eee ns Check fuse or breaker 3 Blown fuse or tripped breaker Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible Cause Possible Solution 1e Dirt cup full ii n Empty dirt cup 2 Nozzle dirt passageway clogged Remove obstruction 3 Filter Clogged 22ers sack ea eae Empty dirt cup and cle
3. etirtrrrintctivcastcuanitinieine 5 7 Reusable Filter lacc 7 1995 The Hoover Company Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Wa r n i n m To reduce the risk of fire electric shock g a 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 e Keep hair loose clothing fingers feet and all parts of body away from openings rotating agitator and other moving parts Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as ciga rettes matches or hot ashes e Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present e Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Do not use without dirt cup in place When picking up very fine materials such as powder empty dirt cup often e Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not pu 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 appli ance over cord Keep cord away from heated
4. surfaces Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplug ging Do not unplug by panog on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Never hand ie plug or appliance with wet hands e The use of an extension cord is not recommended e 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 e 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 Unpacking Unpack the cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown Remove and dispose of cardboard packing _ Bottom plate Multi purpose nozzle Front cover On Off switch Handle Dirt Cup Dirt cup latch button 5 Nozzle latch N OND oO amp This cleaner is intended for household use Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner Questions or Concerns The Hoover Company wants to quickly resolve any concerns about your cleaner or questions regarding its use Look on the list provided with the product for youre local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the Yellow Pages under
5. Vacuum Cleaners Household for the nearest Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer depot or 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 the Hoover Consumer Response Center DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCTTOTHE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE How to use On Off switch To reduce of risk of electric shock O this appliance has a polarized plug a one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not o fit fully in the outlet reverse the a plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the i proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way Plug cord into electrical outlet Slide On Off switch back to turn cleaner off Multi purpose nozzle The multi purpose nozzle has been built into the front of the cleaner It is designed for use on carpet rugs upholstered furniture mattresses automobile interiors and carpeted stairs The nozzle has a rotating agitator which should be kept away from hair hands feet and loose clothing Keep cleaner away from children How to rotate nozzle CAUTION MOVING PARTS TURN CLEANER OFF BEFORE ROTATING NOZZLE To rotate nozzle either vertically or horizontally place thumb on latch with finger on front of nozzle Press latch toward edge of nozzle and rotate Brus
6. acuuming will help prevent obstructions in the nozzle or dirt passageway and maintain the cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner To check for obstructions first turn cleaner Off and disconnect cord from electrical outlet Remove dirt cup remove any obstruction from dirt passageway The bottom plate may be removed it there is an obstruction in the nozzle See The Belt section Reusable filter How to clean Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet The filter protects the motor from dirt particles Brush dirt from filter when emptying dirt cup If a significant reduction in pick up is observed the filter may be washed in warm water Filter must be completely dry before replac ing it in cleaner Do not use cleaner without filter in place Avoid picking up oily debris that may damage filter 7 The belt The belt in your cleaner drives the agitator It has been designed specifi cally for use in this cleaner and is important for effective operation Where to buy The belt may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center Ask for Hoover part No 59139191 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet The belt is located behind the front cover of your cleaner and should be checked from time to time Replace the belt if it is stretched or broken 1 To check belt rotate nozzle to vertical position Lift off front cover 2 Remove
7. an filter 4 Agitator brushes WOrn essees Replace agitator 5 Broken or worn belt cccceseseeeeteeeeees Replace belt Problem Dirt falling from cleaner Possible Cause Possible Solution 1 Flap on filter clogged or damaged Remove obstruction replace filter if necessary Lubrication The motor and agitator bearings are permanently lubricated The addition of lubricant could cause damage Therefore do not lubricate the cleaner 12 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 Checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR Calling 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only Do not send your cleaner to the Hoover Company in North Canton for service this will only result in a 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 1I 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 13 DN HOOVER and Y are registered trademarks
8. hed edge cleaning Brushed edge cleaning is provided on both sides of the nozzle to remove dust and lint along edges of baseboards and furniture Guide either side of the nozzle along edge as shown Maintenance Familiarize yourself with the home maintenance tasks presented in the following sections 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 continued cleaning effectiveness The dirt cup The debris picked up by the cleaner is deposited into the dirt cup Empty after each use Before reattaching the cup may be cleaned with a damp cloth or rinsed with water if necessary Dry the cup thoroughly before reusing How to empty Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Hold cleaner in a vertical position as shown 2 Grasp dirt cup section depress 3 Slide dirt cup off handle dirt cup latch section 4 With dirt cup section in hand 5 Empty dirt cup grasp extension on filter frame and lift out 6 Pull middle section of filter out 7 Brush surface of filter to remove of filter frame any clinging litter Push filter back into frame 8 Replace filter matching 9 Slide dirt cup completely onto rounded flap with rounded side of handle making sure latch is secure dirt cup opposite side that slides onto handle Clearing obstructions Removing larger items from carpet and other surfaces before v
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10. the two bottom plate screws 3 Pivot off bottom plate making sure to unhook center tab on inside edge of nozzle opposite edge with screws 4 If belt is stretched remove it from the motor pulley Remove agitator and belt from nozzle 5 Put new belt on agitator Position agitator in nozzle orient ing agitator end caps with slots on both sides of nozzle End cap with side projections fits into slot opposite the end with nozzle latch The agitator end caps may fall off during belt replacement For correct orientation of end caps onto agitator see How to replace Agitator Brush The belt should line up with tab on inside of nozzle MOTOR PULLEY 6 Attach belt to motor pulley Replace bottom plate by first hooking it to center tab on inside of nozzle 7 Reposition screws and front cover 8 Make sure bridge across bottom plate opening covers belt If belt is not covered agitator is not correctly oriented in nozzle Agitator brush Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet To check condition of agitator brushes move the edge of a card across agitator opening Rotate agitator by hand If brushes do not touch edge of card replace the agitator Where to buy The agitator may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center Ask for HOOVER agitator complete with end caps part No 59139205 10 How to replace Disconnect
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