Hoover Compact Stick S221
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1. The belt The long lasting belt may never need to be replaced However if the belt should break it can be replaced by contacting your local Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot or Hoover Factory Service Center Clean brush roll Replace lens reposition screws and tighten securely The brush roll How to clean Disconnect cleaner from elec trical coutlet To maintain cleaning effective ness periodically remove lint strings etc from the brush roll either from the bottom of the nozzle A or by removing the lens B on top of the nozzle When to replace Replace the brush roll when the brushes do not touch the edge of a card as it is moved across the opening on the bottom of the nozzle A new brush roll can be installed by your local Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot or at a Hoover Factory Service Center To remove lens turn cleaner over and remove 2 Phillips screws at each end of the nozzle Turn cleaner over and lift off lens Battery disposal Cordless model only Your cleaner contains nickel cadmi um batteries When these batteries no longer recharge they must be removed from the cleaner and disposed of properly in accordance with state laws If you want to have a new battery pack installed contact your local Hoover Factory Service Center The following instructions are for disassembly purposes ONLY How to remove battery pack NOTE Do not remove the batteries to recharge t2. Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Warning 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 e Keep hair loose clothing fingers feet and all parts of body away from openings rotating agitator and other moving parts e 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 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 and the filter 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 put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep free of dust lint hair or anything that may reduce air for The use of an extension cord is not recommended Do not use appliance or charger 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 Hoove
3. properly connected to charger e Position cleaner securely onto charger 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 purchase This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating con dition 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 else where 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 If furt
4. screwdriver If bracket will be mounted closer to an outlet wrap excess cord around top and bottom extensions on front of bracket Attach handle Using a screwdriver loosen and remove screw A and hex head nut B from the top cleaner With cord hook on handle grip toward back of cleaner push handle into cleaner and align holes Screw A into C and tighten with screwdriver Hold bracket against wall in desired location and mark cen ter of each hole Drill a 1 8 diame ter starter hole in center of each mark 7 If wall bracket is being mounted onto dry wall plaster or thin pan eling backed by dry wall or plas ter enlarge starter holes to 13 64 diameter Push plastic anchors fully into holes Place bracket on wall over anchors Begin driving screws into anchors Tighten screws securely Mounting wall bracket cordless model only The wall bracket is designed for both storing and recharg ing the cleaner Choose a convenient place where the bracket can be mounted in a vertical position and within 6 feet of an electrical outlet Do not use an outlet which is controlled with a wall switch for charging your cleaner Do not attempt to mount wall bracket onto thin paneling without a dry wall or plaster backing If wall bracket is being mounted onto a wall stud solid wood or thick paneling drill only the starter holes Place bracket onto the wall and drive screws into holes witho
5. Hoovere Compact Vacuum Cleaner TL Corded amp Cordless Rechargeable Models ff Review this manual before operating cleaner Index Battery disposal 5 6 Charging cordless model 4 Cleaner description and unpacking 2 How to assemble a e 3 HOW TO US Eirissant 4 5 If you have a problem 7 Important Safeguards ece 1 LUD MC ATOM sera uals anna 6 Maintenance BOIRE nes 5 Brush Poll issus 5 Dirt CUD ss ausara oas 4 Reusable filter 4 1o10 e E conan tnawersven deals cmrasted 6 L TON AR thao 7 1996 The Hoover Company 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 during assembly or operation call 1 800 944 9200 for an automatic 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 model and serial number are located on the back of the motor housing For you personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial num ber 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 owners manual Verification of date or purchase may be required for warranty service of your Hoover product
6. hem The batteries should only be removed if they no longer recharge and you plan to replace the batteries or dispose of the cleaner Continued gt 5 Remove handle from top of motor housing then remove dirt cup 17 Cut data label along seam on back of motor housing Disconnect the two wires from battery terminals Dispose of battery pack in accor dance with you state s laws Your local area may have a recycling center or collection system for dispos al of Ni Cd batteries For information please call 1 800 8 BATTERY Remove 5 screws from motor housing as shown Pull motor assembly from housing Remove tape from battery pack 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 e checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR e calling 1 800 944 9200 for an auto mated referral of authorized service out let location 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 con tact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 1 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always ident
7. her 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 Cenier The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 1 800 263 6376 Hee gt Hoover y son marcas registradas Hoover et sont des marques d pos es THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 HOOVER CANADA BURLINGTON ONTARIO L7R 4A8 ha HOOVER and are registered trademarks THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 10 97 2203 1 1 100 Printed in China 59139 261
8. ify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number appears on the back of the motor housing Slide battery pack out of holders Lubrication Lubrication is not necessary since the motor and brush roll bearings are permanently lubricated If you have a problem If a minor problem occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below Statements refer to both corded and cordless models unless specifically noted Problem Cleaner won t run Possible Cause Possible solution e Cordless model charger not firmly plugged in e Plug charger in firmly e Cordless model battery not charged e Recharge battery making sure cleaner is fully connected to end of cord see Charging cordless model e Corded model Not firmly plugged in e Plug unit in firmly No voltage in wall plug e Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse or tripped breaker e Replace fuse reset breaker Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible Cause Possible solution Dirt cup full e Empty dirt cup Filter clogged e Empty dirt cup and clean filter e Nozzle clogged e Remove debris from brush roll and surrounding area Brush roll brushes worn e Replace brush roll see page 5 Broken belt e Replace belt see page 5 Problem Charging light not lit when plugged in Possible Cause Possible solution Cleaner not
9. nly OR 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a rep resentative in the Hoover Consumer Response Center DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE OR SEND IT TO NORTH CANTON FOR SERVICE Cleaner Descriptions Ry Unpack the cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown Remove and dispose of cardboard packing A Compact cleaner B Handle C Handle grip D Wall bracket and charger E Screws and anchors cordless model only The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing above Handle grip 1 for cordless model Handle Motor housing Dirt cup Nozzle with brush roll Dirt cup latch Charging light turns on when ONO B ND floor selector Cord hooks 2 for corded model charger is charging the batteries On Off switch and carpet bare NOTE for cordless model Be sure to charge your vacuum cleaner 16 hours before initial use Batteries may lose charge during shipping Make sure the switch is in the OFF Charge position before charging This cleaner is intended for house hold use How to assemble Attach handle grip Using a screwdriver loosen and remove screw A and hex head nut B from the handle grip C One of the holes on the handle is closer to the end Insert this end into the hand grip Align holes in grip with holes in handle Insert B into hexhead shaped opening in C Screw A into C and tighten with
10. r 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 Additional Safeguards for Corded Models 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 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 Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands Additional Safeguards for Cordless Models Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the charger not the cord Never handle plug or charger with wet hands e Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge this appliance e Charge indoors only Save these instructions 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 your local Hoover Factory Service Center or in the yellow pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household for the near est Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot or call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S o
11. t in Maintenance section NOTE e It is normal for the charger to feel warm when the battery is charging Never charge batteries in tempera tures above100 F or below 32 F e Charging light A illuminates when cleaner is charging e The cleaner can be on a constant charge so it is always ready for use Make sure it is in OFF Charge position before charging However if the cleaner will not be used for several weeks at a time unplugging it is recommended How to empty Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Push latch A and pull dirt cup away from cleaner While holding dirt cup grasp filter frame B and lift out filter ON OFF switch and carpet bare floor selector F1 The switch has 3 positions 1 Slide switch toward the han dle to turn OFF A Push switch forward to turn ON for cleaning 2 Bare floors B brush roll is stopped 3 Carpet C brush roll rotates Empty dirt cup To remove debris from filter tap it on a hard surface or brush it with a soft brush Replace filter into dirt cup Note If filter is heavily soiled it can be washed in warm soapy water using a soft brush if necessary Rinse filter thor oughly Dry filter by blotting with a towel Dry it completely before storing filter in cleaner Attach dirt cup to cleaner by first hooking tab A at back of cleaner into cup Then pivot B and C sections together making sure latch is secure
12. ut plastic anchors Charging cordless model With cleaner in OFF Charge posi tion plug charger into 110 120 volt electrical outlet Hold cleaner with nozzle point ing down and opening in cleaner is aligned with hook in wall bracket Slide cleaner straight down Press firmly on cleaner to ensure that end of cord is fully connected Your cleaner will begin charging It is designed to be stored on charge and ready for use at all times For corded models Plug cord into electrical outlet To reduce 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 Maintenance Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness The dirt cup Empty dirt cup after each use It may be cleaned with a damp cloth Make sure cup is thoroughly dry before repositioning on cleaner Charge batteries for 16 hours before initial use After that time the cleaner can run about 12 minutes on the Carpet setting or about 16 minutes on the Bare Floor setting If performance drops to an unaccept able level during cleaning refer to the problem char
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