Hoover U5227-930 Elite Upright Vacuum
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1. 5 Remove bulb by pulling straight out of socket push new bulb into socket until it locks in place 6 Place hood on cleaner body and press firmly to snap all four latches Pull up on hood slightly to make sure all four latches are secured Push nozzle control knob back onto front of cleaner The belt 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 on the following page under How to replace Replace 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 20 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet and detach hose from cleaner 1 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 and push handle of screwdriver to the rear Repeat in left hand slot 2 Rotate plate and remove from cleaner body 3 Remove hood as directed in steps 1 4 of How to Replace Headlight 4 Remove agitator2. Hoover i E e Manual Dimension Vacuum Cleaner Including Limited amp Supreme models Read this manual before operating cleaner Thank you for selecting a HOOVER product This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory If you should happen to need assistance dur ing assembly or operation call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only or 1 216 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Fill in and retain The 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 Cleaner cscsssseees 3 10 Cleaner DeScription secccssseeeseeeeeeees 11 Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating 25 Energy Saving TipS sccssecseseeeseseeeeeee 25 How To Use Cleaning TOOls ccscccsseeseeeeeee 15 16 Upright Cleaner csscsseeeseeeees 12 14 If You Have a Problem cccssssssseeeeeeeees 25 Important Safeguards cccseeeeeeeeeseees 2 Lubrica
3. phone 1 800 944 9200 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 HOOVER and are registered trademarks THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 R4 3 95 U5209 930 15 930 21 930 Litho USA 56511 245 23 930 27 930
4. and broken belt 21 5 Slip agitator through new belt with lettering toward outside of cleaner Lower end of belt into opening in cleaner body reposition agitator 6 Place the three tabs on bottom plate into slots in front of cleaner body Snap bottom plate into place over agitator 7 Turn cleaner over and stretch new belt onto motor pulley Extra effort may be required to stretch belt onto pulley Turn agitator making sure belt is not pinched between agitator and cleaner body The belt must rotate freely inside the belt guide If agitator does not turn remove bottom plate and reposition belt in belt guide 8 Replace hood and nozzle control knob 22 The Agitator When to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet When agitator brushes are worn the agitator should be replaced To check condition of brushes move edge of acard across bottom plate while turning agitator To maintain cleaning effectiveness replace agitator if brushes do not touch card What to buy The agitator may be replaced with either a single or double row of brushes Single row of brushes Hoover part No 48414 051 Double row of brushes Hoover part No 48414 049 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet 1 Remove bottom plate and hood as shown in How to replace belt Remove agitator from cleaner 2 Discar
5. 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 1 216 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center This cleaner is intended for household use Side mounted hose trademark of The Hoover Company STEP 1 Unpack carton Remove all parts from carton and identify each item shown Make sure all parts especially small items such as D G and K are located before dispos ing of cardboard packing A Upper handle B Lower handle C Cord D Bracket E Bag compartment and tool storage F Cleaner body G Handle bolt and nut packet One extra nut included H Paper bags Some models come with 2 bags others have additional bags I Hose and cleaning tools J Extension wand K Extra belt 3 STEP 2 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 LOWER HANDLE HANDLE Place upper and lower handle parts on a flat surface aligning rod sections With hands on sides of sections push parts together firmly until they click
6. carpeted stairs during tool use Fill out and return the product registration card included with your cleaner 10 Cleaner description 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 Furniture nozzle 5 Dusting brush 6 Crevice tool 7 Tool cover some models only 8 Bag door latch 9 Bag door 10 Check bag indicator some models only 11 Stair cleaning handle 12 Cleaner body 13 Nozzle control knob 14 Furniture guard 15 Headlight 16 Hood 17 Hose door 18 Hose 19 Extension wand 20 Extra belt storage 21 Extra bag storage 22 Handle release lever Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner 11 The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing below How to use 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 turn cleaner on push switch up To turn cleaner off push switch down Plug cord into electrical outlet Turn cleaner on and with handle in upright position pull back on handle
7. indicator to register a full bag NOTE Check and change bag frequently when using cleaner on new carpet due to rapid accumulation of carpet fluff The check bag indicator some models only may not fully register if the bag is full of fluff from new carpet 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 Where to buy Paper bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot or from a Hoover Factory Service Center or use the order form packed with your cleaner When ordering bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner What to buy If your cleaner was originally equipped with a micro filtration bag it is important to use only Genuine HOOVER Micro Filtration Type Z disposable bags in order to maintain the original cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner Continued gt 17 If your cleaner did not originally include a micro filtration bag using Genuine HOOVER Micro Filtration Type Z disposable bags will improve the cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner Regular HOOVER Type Z disposable bags also fit your cleaner To assure that your cleaner operates at peak performance it is imperative that you use only genuine HOOVER paper bags distributed by The Hoover Company H
8. until front of cleaner is lifted off the carpet This insures that the paper bag is inflated Hose end must be firmly pushed into cup in tool rack for maximum HANA eSositions 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 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 12 Carpet height adjustment The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle If it is necessary to raise and lower NOZZLE CONTROL the nozzle for various carpet pile KNOB heights slide the nozzle control knob to the correct setting For ease in sliding knob the handle PRAS PAEWAI the A ap a alent adjusted position until the cleaner handle is lowered to the operating position When using hose and tools slide knob to the Cleaning Tools setting Return knob to the correct setting when cleaning floors Do not leave knob in Cleaning Tools Leave hose attached to cleaner and place other end firmly into tool rack for peak performance when cleaning carpets For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recommended e Setting 1 f
9. OOVER bags can be identi fied by these trademarks VA How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet Pull bag door latch forward and remove door from cleaner Grasp bag collar and pull collar from tube Note Do not clean out old bag and reuse Discard used bag Align opening in new paper bag with dirt tube inside bag compart ment Push bag collar firmly onto tube Fold top of bag down under top of bag compartment To replace bag door lift up lower edge of paper bag Insert the 2 tabs on bottom of bag door into the 2 slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of paper bag are completely inside the bag compartment Close door 18 The headlight What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulb Hoover part No 27313 105 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet and detach hose from cleaner 1 Remove nozzle control knob on front of hood by grasping knob and pulling up 2 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 cleaner 3 Pry outward to release latch Repeat to release latches at the remaining three arrows 4 Turn cleaner over and lift off hood Do not lift cleaner by grasping the wheels in center of cleaner body 19
10. and rod sections lock together Fig 1 Be careful not to press against the dark gray rod extending from thelower handle Fig 2 Do not push handle together with hands on ends of sections STEP 3 Attach cord Insert large rectangular end of cord into pocket in bottom of handle with side marked UP visible Fig 2 Make sure rectangular end is pushed into the handle as far as possible Fig 3 ROD CORD PROTECTOR Slide cord protector toward upper handle Fig 2 Continued CORD STEP 4 Attach PROTECTOR Note location of tapered rails on bracket and on lower handle Fig 8 With printed side of bracket facing up slide rails on bracket onto rails on lower handle until bracket snaps past the lock tab Fig 9 LOCK TAB BRACKET Pull bracket toward bottom of handle slightly to make sure bracket is locked in place With arrow on cord protector pointing toward arrow on upper handle press groove in cord protector into slot in upper handle Fig 5 and 6 Make sure hole in bracket aligns with hole in handle With ON OFF switch to front place assembled handle onto HANDLE fo handle base of cleaner body ri Fig 10 CORD PROTECTOR Rock handle side to side while pushing down firmly Extra pushing effort may be re Pull cord tight quired Press cord into place at each of the three notches indicated Fig 7 Continued 5 6 Do not plug cleaner i
11. and the bag Do not use without dust bag or filters in place Change bag fre quently 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 appli ance over cord Keep cord away from heated 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 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 Assembling cleaner It is extremely important to read and follow all the instruction steps in order The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing If you need
12. cleaner is placed on stairs 14 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 connec tion Use tools with cleaner handle in upright position Cleaning tools The cleaning tools allow you to do A l specific cleaning tasks and to clean CA7 hard to reach areas The tool set includes a hose extension wand crevice tool furniture nozzle and dusting brush A Move nozzle control knob Slide nozzle control knob to the Cleaning Tools setting to divert suction to hose and cleaning tools Return knob to floor setting when tool use is complete CAUTION Agitator continues to rotate while cleaner handle is in upright POSITION 5 ae ETA Sahe h 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 deter gent Rinse with a damp cloth Cleaning tools may be washed in warm water with a detergent Rinse and air dry before using B Select proper cleaning tool The cleaning tools have many uses Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions 4 below 1 How to attach tool cover The tool cover is designed with a break away feature which allows it to snap off if it is pus
13. d old agitator 3 Replace with new agitator and belt as shown in steps 5 8 of How to replace belt 23 Clearing obstructions Remove large items from surfaces before vacuuming to prevent obstructions and to maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner AGITATOR CAVITY If an obstruction occurs during tool use turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet and disconnect hose from cleaner Open hose door and carefully remove any visible obstruction If no obstruction is found check hose and tools Remove obstruction To continue using tools reattach hose to cleaner If an obstruction occurs during floor cleaning disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet and turn cleaner to expose underside Remove bottom plate and agitator as shown in The belts section Carefully remove any obstruction from agitator cavity If no obstruction is found and a problem persists contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer Depot 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 24 I
14. f 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 occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found Therefore this check list is provided for your convenience Problem Cleaner l won t Cleaner won t pick up N Cleaning tools won t pick up 2 Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Not firmly plugged in 2 No voltage in wall plug run 3 Blown fuse tripped breaker Broken or worn belt Agitator brushes worn Bag full Incorrect carpet height setting Hose end not secure in tool rack Hose clogged Incorrect setting Incorrect carpet height setting Possible solution I Plug unit in firmly 2 Check fuse or breaker 3 Replace fuse reset breaker I Replace belt 2 Replace agitator 3 Change paper bag 4 Move nozzle control knob to type of carpet being cleaned 5 Push hose end firmly into cup in tool rack I Remove hose and tools remove obstruction 2 Move knob to Cleaning Tools I Move nozzle control knob to a higher setting Cleaning Effectiveness 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 Amps Cleaning Effectiveness is the pe
15. hed open too far To reattach align hinges of cover with slots on front of tool storage area Press cover back into place 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 2 tapestries mattresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted stairs 3 Crevice tool may be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in 3 such places as dresser drawers O 7 upholstered furniture stairs and baseboards 4 Wand is used to give extra length to your hose Attach it to any of the above tools 15 16 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 ensure continued cleaning effectiveness The bag When to replace Check bag from time to time It is recommended that you change the bag when dirt reaches the dotted line If more dirt than this accumulates your cleaner may not operate effectively For models with CHECK BAG indicator check bag when indicator flag pushes through slot in bag door and BAG check bag is visible The cleaner must be turned ON in order for the
16. n until assembly is totally complete Push bolt into hole on lower front of handle Fig 11 If bolt will not go through hole easily check the following e the bracket is properly positioned see Fig 9 the handle is pushed down completely see Fig 10 Place nut in recessed area at back of handle Hold nut in place while tightening bolt securely with a screw driver Fig 12 Only one nut is needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience STEP 4 Attach bag compartment Pull bag door latch forward and remove door Set bag door aside Fig 13 Slide large tab on bottom of bag housing into slot between the bracket and the lower handle Fig 14 COMPART MENT COLLAR Note round opening and hooks on back of bag compartment Place opening over dirt tube and align hooks with slots in handle Push very firmly to snap hooks into handle Fig 15 Pull on bag compartment to make sure it is completely snapped to handle STEP 6 Attach paper bag Align opening in paper bag with dirt tube insidebag compart ment Fig 16 Push paper bag collar firmly onto tube Fig 17 Tuck top and bottom of paper bag into bag compartment To replace bag door insert the 2 tabs on bottom of bag door into the 2 slots on bag compart ment Fig 18 Make sure all edges of paper bag are completely inside the bag compa
17. 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 from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased elsewhere are covered by a limited 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 application 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 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 or province If further assistance is needed or if there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets write or phone the Consumer Response Center The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 216 499 9499 For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A
18. or all types of carpet e Higher Settings for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired while main taining good cleaning performance e Setting 5 for hose and cleaning tool use only Note If the cleaner is difficult to push slide the knob to the next higher setting 13 setting when cleaning floors 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 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 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 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 Wer ting 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
19. rcent 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 as a reference for its rating system 25 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 e calling 1 800 944 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 delay If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 216 499 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 26 Full One Year Warranty Domestic Use Your HOOVERe 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
20. rtment Close door f Continued 5 Pull switch lock above ON OFF switch straight out Fig 19 Dispose of switch lock Note If switch lock has come off during assembly make sure switch is in the OFF position down before plug ging cord into electrical outlet STEP 7 Attach hose and tools With cleaner handle in lowest position open hose door and insert hose end with tabs into cleaner Open hose door and insert hose end with tabs into the cleaner Turn hose end to lock in place Fig 20 Raise handle to upright position Bring hose toward front of cleaner and stretch hose over hose rack Push opposite hose end firmly into rear cup in rack Fig 21 Note Hose ends must be firmly connected to cleaner base and tool rack when cleaning floors 9 SWITCH LOCK ON OFF SWITCH Position wand with smaller end down in side of cleaner as shown Fig 22 Open tool cover some models only Position dusting brush A furniture nozzle B and crevice tool C into tool thee area as shown Fig Note Some models do not have a tool cover The extra belt and one extra paper bag can be stored on the back of the cleaner handle as shown Fig 24 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 furni ture fringed area rugs or
21. tion ccccceeseseeeeeeseeeeneeseeeeeneneeeeeeees 24 Maintenance Authorized ServiCe ccsssseeseeneees 26 Clearing Obstructions cceseeee 24 L Replacing Agitator ccessssseeeeneees 23 Replacing Belt cccssssessseenees 20 22 Replacing Headlight ccccsssee 19 20 Replacing Paper Bag ssssseesee 17 18 Unpacking Cleaner ccsssessseeeeseeeeseees 3 Warranty cccceeeesssteeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeeneeeneeneeees 27 1994 The Hoover Company Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE i To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or Warning r rasho seen 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 ciga rettes matches or hot ashes Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner
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