Eureka 5550 - Manual (Page 11)

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How To Maintain
The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls,
check the dust cup, belt, and brush roll often.
Brush Roll
The brush roll turns as it sweeps and combs the carpet nap. Remove hair and threads from the brush roll so it
continues brushing the carpet. To maintain the most efficient cleaning, the bristles must touch the carpet. To test
the bristle length, hold a ruler against the underneath side of the cleaner. If the bristles no longer touch the ruler,
replace the brush roll.
Brush Roll Belt
The brush roll belt turns the brush roll to agitate, sweep, and comb the carpet nap. Check the belt regularly to be
sure it is in good condition. Replace the belt if it stretches, cracks or loses tension. Cut away any hair or threads
wound around the brush roll or the belt pulley because the buildup could cause the belt to rotate unevenly.
How To Replace Brush Roll Belt – Style U
CAUTION: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before replacing belt. Belt pulleys can
become hot during normal use. To prevent injury, avoid touching the motor pulley when
checking the belt.
1. Lower handle to floor to change belt.
2. Remove two screws to release hood. Lift hood to
remove.
3. Lift left end of brush roll.
4. Remove and discard belt.
5. Clean debris from brush roll area.
Motor
Shaft
Belt
Brush
Roll
4
2
1
3