Hoover Elite Soft N Light U4256
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1. Review this manual before operating cleaner Index Assembling Cleanet sssscsen 2 6 Cleaner DescriptionsS ssseeeee 6 How To Use Cleaning TOols cssccsscseseeseeeeee 8 9 To Clean Stairs ccccsesseeeseeeeeenees 8 Upright Cleanet ccsssessseeeee 6 8 If You Have a Problem sessssseee 13 Important Safeguards esceeeees 1 Lubrication 0 00 eceeseteeeeneteeneeteeeneeeeeenes 12 Maintenance Authorized Service csscesseneee 13 Replacing Agitator sscssseees 12 Replacing Belt sccsssseeeenees 10 11 Replacing Headlight sssseeeee 10 Replacing Filter Bag 000 9 10 Unpacking Cleaner cccssseeeeeees 2 Warranty ccccseeessseeeseeeenenseeeenseeeeeseee 13 2001 The Hoover Company Owner s Manual ENGLISH pp 1 13 ESPANOL gt p g 14 20 FRAN AIS gt p 21 27 Thank you for selecting a HOOVER This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory If you should happen to need assistance during assembly or operation Visit us online at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on Service button or call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral or authorized service outlet locations U S only or call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always2. Place the three tabs on bottom plate into slots in front of cleaner body Snap bot tom plate into place over agitator Remove hood by turning cleaner over and removing nozzle control knob on front of hood grasp knob and pull up Stretch new belt onto motor pulley G 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 the agitator does not turn remove bottom plate and reposition belt in the belt guide 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 For slots nearest rear wheels push han dle of screwdriver toward cleaner handle for remaining two slots pry out ward to release latches Replace hood and nozzle control knob Turn cleaner over and lift off hood Continued gt 11 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 clean ing effectiveness replace agitator if brushes do not touch card 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 checklist below P
3. it does not fall off the tab will be removed during the final steps of assembly Turn handle over Insert large rectangular end of cord into pocket in bottom of handle with side marked UP visible Make sure rectangular end is pushed into handle as far as possible Slide cord protector G toward upper handle B With arrow on cord protector H Pull cord tight pointing toward arrow on upper han dle I press groove J in cord protector into slot K in upper p handle Do not plug cleaner in until assembly is totally complete Press cord into place at each of the three notches indicated and note correct positioning of G Continued 9 3 Attach cloth outer bag Note location of tapered rails L on back of outer bag base M and on front of lower handle C Note round opening P and hooks Q on back of outer bag M Place opening over dirt tube R Unzip outer bag M and place hand inside Press down firmly to snap hooks into handle Place nut in recessed area T at back of handle Hold nut in place while tight ening bolt securely with a screw driver Note Only one nut is needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience Note Do not hook bag clip to retainer This will be done in a later step Slide rails on outer bag M onto rails on lower handle C until outer bag base snaps past the lock tab N Attach handle M
4. 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 Cleaning tools 2 13 es Tool set includes a hose wand s crevice tool furniture nozzle and dust ing brush some models include two wands 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 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 D on hose connector and pull up 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 cleaning from bottom to top When using cleaning tools the agi
5. TION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fireplace ashes or fireplace soot may seal the filter 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 filter bag often Where to buy Filter bags may be purchased from your Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot or from a Hoover Factory Service Center When ordering filter bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner 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 What to buy For improved cleaning effectiveness use only Genuine HOOVER Allergen Filtration Type A disposable filter bags Regular HOOVER Type A disposable filter 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 made by The Hoover Company HOOVER bags can be identified by these trademarks Hoover 3 Clearing blockages To check for obstructions first turn cleaner off and disconnect from elec trical outlet then disconnect hose from cleaner Open hose door E and carefully remove any visible obstruction If no obstruction is found check hose and tools Remove obstruction To con tinue using tools re atta
6. ain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor The addition of lubricant could cause damage Therefore 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 Warran ty Service Dealer Depot Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Ser vice Dealer Depot by e checking the Yellow Pages under Sone Cleaners Household R checking the list of Factory Ser vice Centers provided with this cleaner OR visiting us on line at www hoover com to find the ser vice outlet nearest you click on Service button OR e calling 1 800 944 9200 for an auto mated referral of authorized ser vice 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 con tact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when request ing information or ordering parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner Hoover Cleaning Performance This Hoover Cleaning Performance Sys te
7. ake sure hole in outer bag base aligns with hole in handle O Be sure that power cord is pulled tight and pressed into each of the three notches Fig 1 6 before completing the following steps With outer bag to the front place assembled handle onto handle base of cleaner body Rock handle side to side while pushing down firmly Extra push ing effort may be required Press the handle release lever to move handle to the operating or middle position Attach filter bag Hold filter bag collar U as shown Align opening in filter bag with dirt tube V inside the outer bag Push bag collar firmly onto tube V Tuck in filter bag zip outer bag Push bolt S into hole on lower front of handle If bolt will not go through hole easily handle is not pushed com pletely down Break off red tab E above ON OFF switch F by pushing down on tab Discard tab Note If tab has come off during assembly make sure switch is in the OFF position down before plugging cord into an electrical outlet Continued gt Attach tool rack Note Bag clip on front of handle must be unhooked from slot in bag cap before attaching tool rack see Fig 1 26 With side of rack marked TOP FRONT W facing top of bag pull cord through rack and lower rack over handle as shown Slide rack down between bag and handle Attach hose and tools Place round end of hose over round extension on bottom of rack With s
8. ch hose to cleaner If no obstruction is found and a problem persists contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer Depot 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 M How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical out let To change filter bag unzip outer bag grasp sides of filter bag collar A and pull collar from tube Note Do not clean out old filter bag and reuse Discard used filter bag Continued 9 Hold new filter bag as shown Align open ing in filter bag with dirt tube B Push bag collar A firmly onto tube B Tuck in filter bag zip outer bag Place hood on cleaner body and press firmly to snap all four latches Pull up on hood slightly to make sure all four latch es are secured Push nozzle control knob back onto front of cleaner 10 The headlight some models 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 To remove hood follow steps for Figs 3 10 to 3 14 of How to replace belt The belt The belt on your HOOVER cleaner causes the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the cleaner The b
9. cluded H Filter bag I Hose cleaning tools and wands some models come with one wand others come with two Remove all parts from carton and identify each item shown Make sure all parts especially small items such as G are located before disposing of cardboard packing This cleaner is intended for household use 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 Assemble handle Place upper B and lower C handle sections on a flat surface with cord hooks A on top With hands on sides of handle sections push handle sections together firmly until they click into place Do not press against the rod D extending from the lower handle If the rod breaks or bends the cleaner will not work properly Do not push handle together with your hands on the ends of the sections Attach cord Rotate cord protector G on cord until you see its arrow H Note The small red tab E above the ON OFF switch F is for shipping purposes only and may fall off during assembly If
10. dle until front of cleaner is lifted off the carpet This insures that the paper bag is inflated The cleaner can also be moved by lifting it as shown For ease in sliding knob the handle should be in the upright position B The nozzle will not move into the adjusted position until the cleaner han dle is lowered to the operating position C Handle positions The handle of your cleaner has three positions upright for storage and when using cleaning tools operating posi tion for general operation on carpet and floors low for reaching under low furniture Step on handle release lever to lower handle Carpet height adjust ment The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle A For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recom mended Cleaners with Two Settings Setting 1 A for bare floors and all car pet types e Setting 2 B if easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning performance Cleaners with Four Settings Lowest setting 1 for bare floors and low pile level loop kitchen type carpet e Next setting 2 for other types of car pet 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 difficult to push slide knob to the next higher setting 7 Cleaning lightweight flexible rugs Stand on
11. ed Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of autho rized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 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 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 L7R4A8 1 800 263 6376 13
12. elt 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 and hood as shown in How to replace belt Replace belt if it is stretched cut or bro ken What to buy To assure effective operation use only genuine HOOVER belts with your cleaner When purchasing a new belt ask for Hoover part No 40201190 Remove bulb by pulling straight out of socket push bulb into socket until it locks in place How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Place handle in operating position and turn cleaner over so bottom side is up To remove bottom plate remove screws A insert end of flat screwdriver into wide area of right hand slot B and push handle of screwdriver to the rear Repeat in left hand slot B Lift extension C of bottom plate rotate plate and remove from cleaner body Remove agitator and broken agitator belt If belt is not broken but is stretched or cut proceed with steps for Figs 3 10 to 3 13 and pull belt off motor pulley Then continue with Fig 3 8 Slip agitator through new belt with let tering toward outside of cleaner and position belt in belt guide D Push end of belt into opening in cleaner body Reposition agitator making sure to align flat sides of projection E on belt end of agitator with flat sides of slot F in cleaner body
13. follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE W a r n l n g To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces 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
14. 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 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 1 Assembling cleaner It is extremely important to read and follow all instruction steps in order The assembled cleaner will look like this drawing If you need assistance with any step of the assembly or operation Visit us on line at www hoover com to find the service outlet nearest you click on the Service button OR Call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR Call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center Carton contents A Upper handle B Lower handle C Cord D Tool rack E Outer bag F Cleaner body G Handle bolt and nut packet One extra nut in
15. m 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 Testing ASTM Test F608 Other performance factors include Hose Power ASTM Test F558 Surface Litter Cleaning Hard Floor Cleaning Edge Cleaning Air Fil tration and Cleaning Width 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 Authoriz
16. maller end toward bottom snap wand Z into clips on rack Second wand Z some models only fits in front of first wand and snaps into outer clips Continue to slide rack down handle Slide rack down handle until upper until bottom of rack is below lower hooks X snap into slots Y on han cord hook A Snap one side of rack dle then the other onto lower handle Insert hose connector with latch toward front of cleaner into opposite side of rack Press hose firmly into rack at upper extensions Position dusting brush AA into rack as shown Place furniture nozzle BB on lip on lower part of rack and snap into place Continued gt 5 Slide crevice tool CC onto projec tion DD Snap into place 2 How to use Cleaner description On upper front handle grasp bag clip EE and pull down firmly Hook bag clip into slot in bag cap CAUTION When cleaner is turned on the agitator continues to rotate while the handle is in the upright position Avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture fringed area rugs or carpeted stairs during tool use The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing 3 4 ou 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 Handle 2 Cord hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage The top hook can be rotated right or left for easy cord release Bag Ca
17. p ON OFF switch located on side of handle Outer bag Stair cleaning handle located on lower edge of bag 7 Handle release lever step on lever to lower handle to operating or low posi tion 8 Cleaner body 9 Nozzle control knob slide knob to correct setting for height of carpet being cleaned Headlight some models Furniture guard helps prevent cleaner from marking furniture Hood Hose door open door to connect hose to cleaner Hose Tool rack Dusting brush Wand s Furniture nozzle Crevice tool Operate cleaner only at voltage speci fied on data plate on bottom of cleaner 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 Transporting cleaner To move your cleaner from room to room put handle in upright position tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward If it is necessary to raise and lower the nozzle for various carpet pile heights slide the nozzle control knob to the desired set ting 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 han
18. roblem Cleaner won t run Possible cause Possible solution 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 Brush roll brushes worn Replace brush roll Filter bag full e Change filter bag Incorrect carpet height setting Move nozzle control to type of carpet being cleaned 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 4841 4 049 Problem Cleaning tools won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Hose clogged Remove hose and tools remove obstruction Hose connector inserted incorrectly Re insert hose connector properly Problem Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Possible solution Incorrect carpet height setting Move nozzle control knob toa higher setting A lt BS How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical out let Remove hood as shown in Figs 3 10 to 3 12 of How to replace belt Pull belt off motor pulley as shown Remove bottom plate belt and agitator as shown in Figs 3 6 amp 3 7 of How to replace belt Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings that cont
19. tator 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 Note Hose must be removed from hose door when cleaning carpet and rugs to insure proper cleaning perfor mance CAUTION Agitator continues to rotate while cleaner handle is in upright position Avoid tipping cleaner or set ting it on furniture fringed area rugs or carpeted stairs Select proper tool A Dusting brush may be used for carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers B Furniture nozzle may be used for upholstered furniture draperies mat tresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted stairs C Crevice tool may be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers upholstered furniture stairs and baseboards D Wand s are used to give extra length to your hose Use them with any of the above tools Some models include two wands Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure contin ued cleaning effectiveness The filter bag When to replace Check filter 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 CAU
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