Hoover 53425 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual
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1. 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 For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company on line 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 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 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 132. blockages in the hose and around the cleaner base at the hose opening Remove any blockages 4 Reposition duct cover and 4 screws Tighten screws securely 5 Reposition hood and carpet height control Replace screws and tighten securely B If a blockage occurs during floor cleaning Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect it from electrical outlet 1 Turn cleaner to expose underside Remove bottom plate and brush roll as shown for Fig 3 9 and 3 10 Checking under bottom plate 2 Carefully remove any blockage from brush roll cavity If a blockage is not found and a problem persists contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer Depot Full One Year Warranty Domestic Use Your HOOVER appliance is warranted in normal household use in accordance with the Owners 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 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
3. is determined by dividing this model s Cleaning Effective ness by its 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 as a reference for its rating system Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible cause Possible so amp ion e Broken or worn belt Replace belt e 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 Hose end not secure in tool rack e Push hose end firmly into cup in tool rack Problem Cleaning tools won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Hose clogged Clear blockage see Clearing blockages section e Incorrect setting Move carpet height control to Cleaning Tools 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 900 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locat
4. 25 93 95 HOOVER casa a wner s Manua Deluxe Upright ENGLISH gt pp 1 14 ESPANOL p g 15 22 Cleaner FRAN AIS gt p 23 29 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 1 900 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only or 339499 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 Cleaner ssscseeee 3 6 Cleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating aagusdcuavudeasisvedetcsesdic How To Use Cleaner Description sssssssssscee 7 Cleaning TOOIS escsseeeeeeeees 8 9 Upright Cleaner eccsssssssssse
5. Hood 13 Carpet height control 14 Soft Guard protector provides extra protection for your fine furniture 15 Headlight 16 Hose 17 Extension wand 18 Extra belt storage 19 Extra bag storage 20 Handle release lever some models only 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 tum cleaner ON With handle in upright position pull back on handle untl front of cleaner B is lifted off the carpet Hose end must be firmly pushed into cup in tool rack for maximum suction on floors 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 Transporting cleaner To move your cleaner from room to room pot handle in upright position tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward IA The cleaner can also be moved by lifting it
6. ag door Removing and installing filter Pull bag door latch forward and remove bag door from cleaner Align opening in new filter bag with dirt Grasp bag collar and pull collar from tube tube B inside bag compartment Push llar A firmly onto tube Note Do not clean out old bag and bag colar AA Nay ont tube reuse Discard used bag Fold top of bag down under top of bag compartment Final filter some models The final filter assists in the filtration process to return dean air to the room Replacing bag door To replace bag door lift up lower edge of filter bag Insert the 2 tabs C on bottom of bag door into the 2 slots on bag compartment Make sure all edges of filter bag are completely inside the bag compart ment Close door How to clean Removing filter Disconnect cleaner from electrical out Lift out filter A and hand wash it in cold tet water with mild detergent Removing door Let filter air dry and reposition it on To remove this filter when it becomes the front of the cleaner Make sure dirty depress door latch and remove the white colored side of filter faces door outward Headlight What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulb Hoover part No 27313 101 Installing bulb and reposition ing hood Pull old bulb straight out of socket Push new bulb straight into socket until locked in place Excessive force is not required How to replace Disconnect c
7. ance it is imperative that care of your cleaner will ensure contin Leading Retailers from Hoover Factory you use only genuine HOOVER filter ued cleaning effectiveness Service Centers using the order form bags distributed by The Hoover i Company HOOVER bags can be Filter bag Sara rA e d identified by these trademarks se m D A www hoover com eck filter bag from time to time lt is When ordering bags be sure to give 2 recommended that you change the filter Hoover bag when dirt reaches the dotted line the model number OF your cleane Ha If more dirt than this accumulates your cleaner may not operate effectively What to bu NOTE Check and change the filter bag If your cleaner was originally equipped frequently when using cleaner on new with a micro filtration bag it is important Carpet due to rapid accumulation of to use only Genuine HOOVER Aller carpet fluff gen Filtration Type Z disposable bags CAUTION Very fine materials such in order to maintain the original clean as face powder cornstarch fireplace ing effectiveness of your cleaner ashes or fireplace soot may seal the Regular HOOVER Type Z disposable paper bag and may cause it to burst filter bags also fit your cleaner even though it is only partially full of dirt When cleaner is used to remove material of this nature change the filter bag often Continued gt 9 Changing filter bag Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Removing b
8. as shown in B Carpet height adjust When it is necessary to raise and lower the front of the cleaner A for various carpet pile heights slide the carpet height control 3 to the correct setting Edge cleaning Special edge groomers are provided on both sides of the front of the cleaner to help remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture Guide either side of the cleaner parallel 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 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 When using hose and tools slide the control to the Cleaning Tools setting 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 l
9. cking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Do not use without dust bag or filters in place Change bag frequently when picking up very tine 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 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 rapped 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 se ony attachments recommended by The Hoover Company others may cause azards Save these instructions 1 Assembling cleaner it is extremely important to read and follow all the instruction steps in order The assembled cleane
10. click and rod sections lock together Be careful not to press against rod B extending from the lower handle shown in Fig l 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 handie Make sure rectangular end is pushed down into the handle as far as possible Slide cord protector E toward upper handle Puli cord tight Press cord into place at each of the three notches indicated Do not plug cleaner in until assembly is totally complete 4 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 With ON OFF switch to the front place assembled handle down onto extension on cleaner base Rock handle side to side while pushing down firmly Extra pushing effort may be required Push bolt into hole N on lower front of handle If bolt will not go through
11. ear cup in rack Note Hose end must be firmly connected to tool rack when cleaning floors To replace bag door 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 Position wand with smaller diameter end down at side of cleaner as shown Da a Open tool cover Position dusting brush X furniture nozzle Y and crevice tool Z into tool storage area as shown An extra belt AA and one extra paper bag BB can be stored on the back of the cleaner handle as shown some models 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 included 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 The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing 1 Handie 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 8 Bag door latch 9 Bag door 10 Final filter door 11 Stair cleaning handle 12
12. hole easily check the following e the bracket is properly positioned Fig 1 9 the handle is pushed down completely Fig l l 0 Step 4 Attach bag compartment Place nut in recessed area 0 at back of handle Hold nut in place while tightening bolt securely with a screw driver Only one nut is needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience Pull bag door latch forward and remove door Set bag door aside Slide large tab P on bottom of bag housing into slot between the brack et Q and the lower handle Note round opening and hooks R on back of bag compartment Place opening over dirt tube S and align hooks with slots in handle Push very firmly at T to snap hooks into handle o Pull on bag compartment to make sure it is completely snapped to handle Continued Step 5 Attach paper bag Align opening in paper bag with dirt tube S inside bag compartment Pull switch lock U above ON OFF switch V 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 Push paper bag firmly onto tube Tuck top and bottom of paper bag into bag compartment Step 6 Position tools ee DEA Raise handle to upright position Bring hose toward front of cleaner and stretch hose over hose rack Push opposite hose end firmly into r
13. in low position and turn cleaner over Remove the 4 screws as shown with a Phillips screw driver Lift off bottom plate A Papa belt over brush ro Insert brush roll through belt and place belt in belt guide D on brush roll 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 Removing used belt Remove agitator brush roll and used belt Discard used belt Installing brush roll Grasp brush roll firmly and fit it into posi tion by first sliding end opposite the belt into the rectangular slot E on side of cleaner Pull other side of brush roll F into place Turn brush roll making sure belt is not pinched between brush roll and cleaner base What to buy When purchasing a new brush roll as for Hoover part No 48414461 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical out let 1 Remove bottom plate belt and brush roll following directions for Fig 3 9 and 3 10 2 Discard old brush roll 3 Continue following the directions for Belt replacement starting with Fig 3 I 1 to reposition belt new brush roll and bottom plate edge of a card across bottom plate while turning brush roll To maintain cleaning effectiveness replace brush roll if brush es do not touch card i Edge groomer replacement When to replace The edge gro
14. ions U S only OR e 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 Problem Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Possible solution e Incorrect carpet height setting Move carpet height control to a higher setting Clearing blockages Remove large items from surfaces before vacuuming to prevent blockages and to maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner Refer to the following steps to check for blockages continuing with each step until the blockage is found A a blockage occurs during tool use Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect it from the electrical outlet 1 Look into end of hose for blockage and remove any blockage Removing duct cover 2 Remove hood and lift off carpet height control as shown for Fig 3 7 CAUTION Do not turn cleaner ON while it is disassembled Remove 4 Phillips head screws and lift off duct cover Checking hose and replacing hood 3 Look for
15. irs A Move carpet height control Slide carpet height control to the Cleaning Tools setting to divert suction to the hose and cleaning tools Return control to floor settings when tool use is complete y x n B Select proper clean C Attach wand and How to attach tool cover ing tool tools The tool cover is designed with a F break away feature which allows it to A Dusting brush may be used for The tools are attached to the hose or the snap off if it is pushed open too far To carved furniture table tops books wand in the same manner reattach align hinges of cover with slots lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds Push tool firmly onto hose twist tool on front of tool storage area Press baseboards shutters and registers slightly to tighten or loosen connection cover back into place B Furniture nozzle may be used for upholstered furniture draperies tapestries mattresses 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 is used to give extra length to your hose Attach it to any of the above tools 3 Maintenance Familiarize yourself with these home Filter bags may be purchased from your To assure that your cleaner operates at maintenance tasks as proper use and local Authorized Hoover Dealer Depot peak perform
16. leaner from electrical outlet Removing hood Using a Phillips head screwdriver remove the 4 hood screws A and lift off carpet height control B Lift hood off cleaner base just enough to access the bulb 10 Reposition door Place tabs B on door into slot in lower front of cleaner Close door Should you want to replace this filter ask for HOOVER part No 38766017 Reposition hood carpet adjustment control and the 4 screws Tighten screws securely 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 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 Positioning belt over pulley With lettering on outside of belt and positioned as shown in box on C slide new belt over motor pulley B Replacing bottom plate Reposition bottom plate and 4 Phillips head screws Tighten screws securely How to replace Removing bottom plate Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Place handle
17. omers located on both sides of the front of the cleaner should be replaced when they no longer extend past the surface of the bottom plate What to buy When purchasing edge groomers ask for HOOVER part No 39511004 Replacing edge groomers Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Remove bottom plate as described in Fig 3 9 Lift off both old edge groomers and slide new edge groomers into position as shown Reposition bottom plate and secure with 4 Phillips head screws Fig 3 14 4 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 Possible cause Possible solution Not firmly plugged in Plug unit in firmly e No voltage in wall plug e Check fuse or breaker e Blown fuse tripped breaker Replace fuse reset breaker 12 Problem Cleaner won t run 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 bail bearings that should be lubricated periodically by a Hoover factory Service Center or an Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot 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
18. ower front of cleaner and use only forward strokes How to dean 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 Return the conttrot to the COrrect setting when cleaning floors Do not leave the control in the Cleaning Tools setting when cleaning floors Place end of hose firmly into tool rack for peak performance when cleaning carpets For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recommended e Setting 1 for all types of carpet Higher Settings for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning performance Setting 5 for hose and cleaning tool use only Note If the cleaner is difficult to push slide the control to the next higher setting 2 9 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 wili 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 sta
19. r 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 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 Bag compartment and tool storage E Bracket F Extra belt some models only G Cleaner base and hose H Handle bolt and nut packet One extra nut included I Paper bag some models come with 1 bag others have additional bags J Cleaning tools and 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 handfe and lower handle as shown Step 2 Attach cord Place upper C and lower D handle parts on a fiat surface aligning rod sections B With hands on sides of parts push Hem together firmly until they
20. sssscee 7 8 lf You Have a Problem vs Clearing Blockages Important Safeguards oe Maintenance Authorized Service scscssses ae 12 Lubrication eecceeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeens 12 Replacing Belt csscsssseseeeees 11 Replacing Brush Roll 11 Replacing Headlight 0 10 Replacing Filter Bag 9 10 Replacing Final filter Warranty A TEE ATENE OLG 1995 1998 The Hoover Company www hoover com Yoo taoen On at Comon Oiso sargo Sven Gate RURA himaan UA Fabiana aL Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Wa r n n g F To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury e Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces Close suoervision 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 liquids such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present Avoid pi
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