Hoover lV - Manual (Page 23)

User check list
This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating
condition when it was shipped from the factory. If a minor problem
develops, it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is
identified. Accordingly, this check list is provided for your
convenience.
Problem Possible cause Possible solution
A. Cleaner 1. Not firmly plugged in. 1. Plug unit in firmly.
won’t run 2. No voltage in wall plug. 2. Check fuse or breaker.
3. Blown fuse/tripped breaker. 3. Replace fuse/reset breaker.
B. Cleaner
suction
low
1. Bag full.
2. Obstruction in hose(s) or
cleaning tool.
3. Secondary filter dirty.
4. Bag not opening.
5. Suction regulator control
improperly set.
6. Hose not connected to
cleaner properly.
1. Change throw away bag.
2. Remove foreign object.
3. Clean filter.
4. Open bag by pulling folds.
5. Check to be sure suction
regulator is set properly.
6. Insure hose connected
C. Agitator 1. Hose power cord not firmly 1. Plug firmly into receptacle
won’t run plugged in. on cleaner base and under-
neath handle.
2. Broken or worn belt. 2. Replace belt.
D. Nozzle 1. Low cleaner suction. 1. See Item B.
won’t pick 2. Obstruction in nozzle. 2. Remove foreign object.
3. Agitator not running. 3. See Item C.
4. Agitator brushes worn. 4. Replace brushes.
If the problem persists, check the Yellow Pages of your telephone
book under “Vacuum Cleaners Household” for your nearest Hoover
Factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer where
approved service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be ob-
tained. The warranty provided with this product has a listing of the
Hoover Factory Service Centers. If you are unable to obtain the infor-
mation you need from the Yellow Pages, contact a Hoover Factory
Service Center to find your nearest Authorized Warranty Service
Dealer. For service under warranty, follow the instructions in the War-
ranty provided with this product.
Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting infor-
mation or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on
the bottom of the cleaner.)
If further assistance is needed, contact the Hoover Company
Consumer Affairs Department, North Canton, Ohio 44720,
216-499-9200.
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