Hoover S3239 - Manual (Page 20)

How to replace agitator
brushes and brush roll
Disconnect cleaner from electri-
cal outlet and disconnect elec-
tronic power nozzle from exten-
sion wands.
Remove nozzle cover, agitator
and belt following directions in
“How to replace belt” section.
1. Hold agitator as shown. Turn
end plates in opposite directions
until one end plate comes off.
2. Pull or pry out end sections as
shown in illustration.
Note: Remove brush roll and then
pulley end section by pulling
straight out.
3. Note position of bar-brush as-
semblies to assure correct re-
placement.
Remove bar-brush assemblies by
pulling them from agitator slots.
Use pliers if necessary.
The word “BAR” is stamped
near the slots on the agitator.
Match the bar side of the
brush assembly with the label on
the agitator shell. Slide the new
assemblies into the slots, while
twisting the assemblies in a coun-
terclockwise motion. Push in as
far as possible, tapping the other
end lightly if necessary. Be sure
brushes and bars are aligned for
full length of agitator.