Hoover R3 7-96 - Manual (Page 12)

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Self propel belt
When to replace
Clearing obstructions
Remove large items from surfaces before vacuuming to prevent
obstructions and to maintain cleaning effectivenes of your cleaner.
If an obstruction cannot be found or removed, contact your
Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty
Service Dealer (Depot).
If an obstruction occurs
during tool use, disconnect
cleaner from electrical outlet
and disconnect hose from
cleaner. Open hose door and
carefully remove visible ob-
struction. If no obstruction is
found, check hose and tools.
Remove any obstruction. To
continue using tools, reattach
hose to cleaner.
If an obstruction occurs
during floor cleaning, discon-
nect cleaner from electrical
outlet
and turn cleaner to
expose underside. Remove
bottom plate and agitator as
shown in “The belts” section.
Carefully remove any obstruc-
tion from dirt duct.
HOSE DOOR
DIRT DUCT
PULLEY
BELT
PULLEY
Lettering on belt should be
visible and not against pulleys.
Replace agitator belt, agitator
and bottom plate, following
instructions under “How to
replace agitator belt”.
Check from time to time to be sure the belt is in good condition. If it
is stretched, cut, or broken, it should be replaced.
How to replace self propel belt
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
To replace the (small) self propel belt it is necessary to first remove
the bottom plate, agitator and the larger agitator belt, as shown on
the previous pages.
Note: It may not be necessary to change both belts at the same
time.
MOTOR
PULLEY
SELF
PROPEL
PULLEY-
Remove old self propel belt.
Place new belt on motor pulley
first, then on self propel pulley.