Self-PropelledWindTunnel™

by HOOVER

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Congratulations onyour purchase!

This WindTunnel™ vacuum cleanertakes HOOVER® Type “Y” AllergenFiltration filter bags

This product was designed foreasy Assembly (See page 3)

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Owner’s ManualENGLISH ➜ pp.1-13ESPAÑOL ➜ pág. 14-21FRANÇAIS ➜ p. 22-28

Review this manual beforeoperating cleaner

Important Safeguards!When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.• Close supervision 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 materials such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present.

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner . They may damage the cleaner and the bag.

• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose.• Do not use without dust bag or filters in place. Change bag frequently when

picking up very fine 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. T urn off all controls before unplugging.• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. T o 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 dropped into water , take it to a Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover W arranty Service Dealer (Depot).

• Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions. Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company; others may cause hazards.

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1. Assembling cleaner

Carton contents

Remove all parts from carton and identify each itemshown. Make sure all parts are located before disposingof packing.

A. Handle screws (in bag with owner’s manual)B. Hose, cleaning tools and wandsC. Handle D. Cleaner

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This cleaner was inspected and packaged carefully before being shippedfrom the factory. If you should happen to need assistance during assemblyor operation, call

1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only) ORvisit us online at www.hoover .com to find the Service Outlet nearestyou (click on the “Service” button) ORCall 1-330-499-9499 to speak with a representative in our ConsumerResponse Center.

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IndexAssembling Cleaner ............................................................3-4

Carton Contents ..................................................................3How To Use

Cleaner Descriptions ..........................................................5Cleaning T ools ....................................................................7Upright Cleaner ................................................................5-6Self-Propel Feature ............................................................5

Important Safeguards ............................................................2Maintenance

Authorized Service ............................................................11Cleaning Filters ..................................................................9Lubrication ........................................................................11Replacing Belts ..................................................................11Replacing Brush Roll ..................................................10-11Replacing Edge Groomers ..............................................11Replacing Filter Bag ............................................................8Replacing Headlight ............................................................9Thermal Protector ..............................................................11

Trouble Shooting ..................................................................12Clearing Blockages ..........................................................12

Warranty ................................................................................13

Place smaller diameter end of wand,into bottom of rack. Snap wand intoclip at the top. Repeat with otherwand.

STEP II Attach hose

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Align end of hose with projection (E)over slots (F) in dirt duct on back ofhandle.

Slide hose into (F) and twist hose tolock it into place.

Position hose over rack and intohose tube (G).

Open tool cover.Insert ends of dusting brush (H),crevice tool (I) and furniture nozzle(J) into storage areas. Close tool cover.

NOTE: Hose must be connected as shown for alloperations.

STEP III Position tools

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Now that your new Self-PropelledWindTunnel

vacuum cleaner isassembled,

it’s ready to use!

STEP I Attach handle

Looking at the back of the cleaner,make sure switch (A) is in the OFFposition.

Slide handle into back of cleaner.Push screws into holes on back ofhandle.Using a Phillips screw driver, tightenscrews securely.

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Remove switch lock (B) above ON-OFF switch (C) on front of handle bypulling it straight out. Dispose oflock.If switch lock has come off duringassembly , make sure switch is inOFF position (down) before plug -ging cord into electrical outlet.Remove label (D) from self-propelbutton.

14.Carpet height control: slide knob to correct setting for height of carpet being cleaned.

15.Headlight 16. Check bag indicator17. Bag door18.Cord hooks: wrap

cord around hooks for storage. The top hook can be rotated right or left for easy cord release.

19.Carrying handle20. Wands

The assembled cleaner willlook like the drawing.

1. Handle2. Self-propel button3. ON-OFF switch4. Hose 5. Furniture nozzle6. Crevice tool7. Dusting brush8. Tool cover9. Final filter door10. Handle release lever:

step on lever to lower handle to operating or low positions.

11. Edge groomers 12. Furniture guard: helps

prevent cleaner from marking furniture.

13. Brush roll control:slide control to “Carpet” for cleaning with brush roll ON or to “Hard” for cleaning with brush roll OFF.

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ON-OFF SwitchPlug cord into electrical outlet. To turn cleaner ON, push switch up.To turn cleaner OFF, push switch down.

Note: To reduce the risk of electricshock, this appliance has a polarizedplug (one blade is wider than the other).This plug will fit in a polarized outlet onlyone way. If the plug does not fit fully inthe outlet, reverse the plug. If it still doesnot fit, contact a qualified electrician toinstall the proper outlet. Do not changethe plug in any way.

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Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate onbottom of cleaner .

2. How to useCleaner description

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This cleaner is intended for household use.

Self-propel featureThis feature allows you to control howquickly the cleaner moves.Note: The self-propel feature oper -ates only when the cleaner switchand the self propel button are bothON.To move forward, push handle for-ward and guide cleaner away from you.To move backward, gently pull handleback and guide the cleaner toward you.Guide cleaner carefully at first until youhave adjusted to the ease of operation.For increased control in tight places(e.g., around and under furniture, non-carpeted floors), slide the self-propelbutton to OFF to deactivate the feature.

Transporting cleanerTo move your cleaner from room toroom, put handle in upright position, tiltcleaner back on rear wheels and pushforward.

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Edge cleaningSpecial edge groomers are provided onboth sides of the front of the cleaner toremove dirt in carpet near baseboardsand furniture. Guide either side parallel to the edge ofcarpet or furniture.

BRUSH ROLL

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ON OFF

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Cleaning lightweightflexible rugsStand on one end of rug and movecleaner toward other end or edge.Before reaching edge, push down onhandle. This will lift up the front of clean-er as shown and will prevent rug fromclinging to cleaner. Continue to lift front of cleaner so thatwhen you have reached the edge, it iscompletely off the rug. Move cleanerback to start again, lower front of clean-er, and use only forward strokes.

CARPET HEIGHT BRUSH ROLL AUTOMATICBRUSH ROLL

ON OFFON OFF

Carpet height adjustmentWhen it is necessary to raise and lowerthe front of the cleaner for various car-pet pile heights, slide the carpet heightcontrol (A) to the desired setting. Forease in sliding knob, place handle in theupright position and tilt cleaner forward.For maximum cleaning performance,the following carpet height settings arerecommended:• Low setting: for all types of carpet• Higher settings: for very deep pilecarpet where easier pushing effort isdesired, while maintaining good clean-ing performance.

Note: If the cleaner is difficult to push,slide control to the next higher setting.

Handle positionsThe handle of your cleaner has threepositions; upright for storage and whenusing cleaning tools; operating posi -tion for general operation on carpetand floors; low for reaching under lowfurniture. Step on handle release lever to lowerhandle.

Carrying cleanerThe cleaner can be moved by usingthe carrying handle located on the backof the cleaner.

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Brush roll controlNote: When handle is in upright posi -tion, brush roll is automatically OFF .Move the brush roll control only whenthe handle is in the upright position.For ease in sliding knob, place handlein the upright positon and tilt cleanerforward. Slide control to “Carpet” to turn brushroll ON for cleaning carpet or rugs.Slide control to “Hard” to turn brush rollOFF when cleaning bare floors.

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How to attach toolcoverThe tool cover is designed with a“break-away” feature which allows it tosnap free if it is pushed open too far.

To reattach, align hinges of cover withslots on sides of tool storage area.

Push cover down to secure in place.

How to clean toolsTo clean the hose, wipe off dirt with acloth dampened in a mild detergent.Rinse with a damp cloth.

Cleaning tools may be washed in warmwater with a detergent. Rinse and airdry before using.

Cleaning toolsWhen using cleaning tools, cleanerhandle should be in the upright posi -tion to activate the automatic “brushroll OFF” and for convenience inmoving the cleaner from one area toanother .

Turn cleaner OFF before disconnect -ing and connecting hose to hose tube(A).

To use hose, lift hose end as shown.

Attach wand andtoolsAttach tool or wand to the hose (B) bypushing it firmly into hose.

Attach second wand or tool to wand (C)by pushing it firmly onto the wand.

Twist wand or tool slightly to tighten orloosen the connection.

Stair CleaningYou may use the hose and furniture noz-zle for stair cleaning.

CAUTION: To prevent the cleanerfrom falling, always place it at the bot -tom of the stairs.With handle in upright position, cleanfrom bottom to top.

Select proper toolD. Dusting brush may be used forcarved furniture, table tops, books,lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian blinds,baseboards, shutters, and registers.

E. Furniture nozzle may be used forupholstered furniture, draperies, mat-tresses, clothing, automobile interiors,and carpeted stairs.

F. Crevice tool may be used in tightspaces, corners and along edges insuch places as dresser drawers, uphol-stered furniture, stairs and baseboards.

G. Wands are used to give extra lengthto your hose. Use them with any of theabove tools.

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Check bag indicatorThe indicator (H) will begin to show red asthe filter bag fills with dirt.

There are three conditions that will causethe indicator to become completely red:

1. If the bag is full; change the bag.

2. If very fine materials have been pickedup, clogging the bag pores; change thebag.

3. If there is a blockage at the front of thecleaner, in the hose, tools or at the bagopening; remove the blockage (see“Clearing blockages”section).

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Changing filter bagDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.

Where to buyFilter bags may be purchased fromAuthorized Hoover Dealers (Depot),Leading Retailers, from Hoover FactoryService Centers, or through The HooverCompany on-line at www.hoover .com .

What to buy

To assure cleaning effectiveness, useonly Genuine HOOVER ® AllergenFiltration Type Y disposable filterbags.

Replacing bag doorReposition bag door by placing tab onbottom of door into opening (C).

Press top of door to snap securely shut.

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3. MaintenanceFamiliarize yourself with these homemaintenance tasks as proper use andcare of your cleaner will ensure contin-ued cleaning effectiveness.

Filter bag When to replaceCheck filter bag from time to time.Change the filter bag when dirt reachesthe dotted line. If more dirt than thisaccumulates, your cleaner will not oper-ate effectively.Note : All new carpet has loose fiberswhich can fill the bag quickly whilevacuuming . This type of debris doesnot activate the “Check Bag” indicator,available on some models.So, if you are using the cleaner onnew carpet, be sure to change the fil -ter bag often, even if you have a“Check Bag” indicator and it does notshow red.CAUTION: Very fine materials, suchas face powder or cornstarch, mayseal the filter bag and may cause it toburst even though it is only partiallyfull of dirt. When cleaner is used toremove material of this nature,change filter bag often.

It is imperative that you use only gen-uine HOOVER filter bags made by TheHoover Company to assure your clean-er operates at peak performance.HOOVER bags can be identified bythese trademarks —

Removing bag doorTo change filter bag, grasp top of bagdoor and pull door forward.

Remove door.

Removing and installing filterbagGrasp filter bag collar (A) and pull collarfrom tube (B).

Note: Do not clean out old filter bag andreuse. Discard used filter bag.

Hold new filter bag as shown. Align open-ing in filter bag with (B).

Push (A) firmly onto (B).

Tuck in filter bag.

How to reattach filterdoorThe filter door is designed with a“break-away“ feature which allows it tosnap free if it is pushed open too far. To reattach, align hinges (C) of coverwith slots on sides of filter area. Press door back into place.

Replacing final filterThe final filter assists in the filtrationprocess to return clean air to the room.This filter will become dirty and needs tobe replaced about once a year to main-tain efficient filtration.To remove final filter, first open the dooron the side of the cleaner (Fig. 3-6).Grasp filter (B) and pull it straight out.Reposition new filter by reversing thisprocedure.Should you want to replace this filter,ask for HOOVER part No. 38766021.Do not operate cleaner without boththe secondary and final filter in place.

Cleaning secondary filterDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.The secondary filter (A) , locatedbehind the grill in the bottom of bagcompartment, protects the motor fromdirt particles.

If filter becomes dirty, pull off grill and liftout filter.

Hand wash filter in cold water with milddetergent, then air dry.

Reposition dry filter and grill.

Should you want to replace this filter,ask for HOOVER part No. 38765019.

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Check brush roll chan-nelsBecause your WindTunnel™ cleanerpicks up so well, we strongly recom-mend you check for debris accumulationin the channels next to the brush rollwhen you check the filters. Removingthis debris will help maintain you clean-er’s excellent pick up and suction.Remove debris as follows:Disconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.

Check for debris accumulation byremoving bottom plate (Fig. 3-9) andlooking in the channels (I) next to thebrush roll (Fig. 3-18).Remove any accumulation.

Reposition bottom plate (Fig. 3-13).

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Headlight replacement

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Removing lensDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove thetwo screws as shown and lift off lens.

What to buyThis cleaner uses a 12 volt, wedge basetype 912 bulb, Hoover part No.27313101.

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Installing bulb and replacinglensPull old bulb straight out of socket.Push new bulb straight into socket untillocked in place.

Excessive force is not required.

Reposition lens and secure with the twoscrews.

Replacing brush rollRemoving brush rollSlide Brush Roll Control (Fig. 2-9) to“Hard” (OFF) position.

Turn cleaner over and remove bottomplate (Fig. 3-9).

Lift up brush roll and slide V-belt (D) offbrush roll.

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3-9 3-10Belt replacementThe belts are located under the bottomplate of the cleaner and should bechecked from time to time to be surethey are in good condition.

The flat (wide) belt is described below;the other is described under “Brush rollreplacement”.

When to replaceDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.Warning - Brush roll can startsuddenly . Unplug cleaner when itis turned over .To check the flat belt, remove bottomplate as shown in Fig. 3-9. Replace beltif it is stretched, cut or broken.

What to buyTo assure effective operation, use onlygenuine HOOVER belts with your clean-er. When purchasing a new belt, askfor: Flat belt - HOOVER part No.38528035.

Replacing flat beltRemoving bottom plateDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.Warning - Brush roll can startsuddenly . Unplug cleaner when itis turned over .Place handle in low position and turncleaner over so bottom side is up.

Remove the 4 screws as shown with aPhillips screw driver.

Lift off bottom plate (A).

Positioning back of beltWith lettering on outside of belt, slidenew belt over motor shaft (D).

Replacing bottom plateReposition bottom plate and 4 Phillipshead screws. Tighten screws securely.

Removing beltFlat belt (B) operates the self-propel fea-ture and indirectly drives the brush roll.Remove used belt (B) from large pulley(C) and discard.

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Positioning front of beltPlace other end of belt over large pulley(C) while rolling the pulley in directionshown.

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When to replaceDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.Warning - Brush roll can startsuddenly . Unplug cleaner when itis turned over .When brush roll brushes are worn, itshould be replaced.

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To check condition of brushes, movethe edge of a card across bottom platewhile turning brush roll. To maintaincleaning effectiveness, replace brushroll if brushes do not touch card.

What to buyWhen purchasing a new brush roll, askfor HOOVER part No. 48414069.

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Installing brush rollGrasp brush roll and fit it into position byfirst sliding end, opposite the belt, intothe rectangular slot (G) on side of clean-er.Push other side of brush roll (H) intoplace. Belt may fit loosely when proper-ly installed.Reposition flat belt and bottom plate(Figs. 3-12 and 3-13).

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Inspecting V-beltThe V-belt is designed to last for a longtime and is not normally replaced.However, if V-belt is cracked, gouged orbroken, now is a good time to replace itas follows.Slide flat belt off large pulley as shown inFig. 3-10.To remove V-belt, slide back of beltover pulley (C). Then firmly pull on beltand “snap” it out.Discard used belt. Replace withHOOVER part No. 38528034.

Positioning belt onbrush rollBefore positioning belt onto brushroll, check for debris accumulation asdescribed in Fig. 4-2.

Insert brush roll through belt and posi-tion belt in groove (F) on brush roll.

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Edge groomerreplacementWhen to replaceThe edge groomers, located on bothsides of the front of the cleaner, should bereplaced when they no longer extendpast the surface of the bottom plate.

What to buyWhen purchasing edge groomers, ask forHOOVER part No. 39511004.

Replacing edge groomersDisconnect cleaner from electricaloutlet.Warning - Brush roll can start sud -denly . Unplug cleaner when it isturned over .Remove bottom plate as described inFig. 3-9.Lift off both old edge groomers and slidenew edge groomers into position asshown.Reposition bottom plate and secure with4 Phillips head screws (Fig. 3-14).

ServiceTo obtain approved HOOVER serviceand genuine HOOVER parts, locate thenearest Hoover Factory Service Centeror Authorized Hoover W arrantyService Dealer (Depot) by:

• checking the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners - Household” OR-

• checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR -

• calling 1-800-944-9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations (U.S. only)OR-

• checking the Service section of The Hoover Company on-line at www.hoover .com

Do not send your cleaner to The HooverCompany in North Canton for service,this will only result in delay.

If further assistance is needed, contactThe Hoover Company ConsumerResponse Center, Phone: 330-499-9499.

In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8, Phone: 1-800-263-6376.

Always identify your cleaner by thecomplete model number when request-ing information or ordering parts. (Themodel number appears on the back ofthe cleaner.)

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To install new belt (with lettering on out-side of belt), slide back of belt over pul-ley and pull front of belt towardgroove (E) next to pulley .Belt will “pop” into place.

Thermal protectorAn internal thermal protector has beendesigned into your cleaner to protect itfrom overheating.

When the thermal protector activates,the cleaner will stop running. If thishappens, proceed as follows:

1. Turn the cleaner OFF and discon-nect it from the electrical outlet.

2. Check secondary and final filtersfor dirt accumulation.

3. Refer to “Clearing blockages” sec-tion.

4. When cleaner is unplugged andthe motor cools for 30 minutes, the thermal protector automatically resetsand cleaning may continue.If the thermal protector continues toactivate after following the above steps,your cleaner may need servicing (see“Service” section).

LubricationThe motor is equipped with bearingsthat contain sufficient lubrication for thelife of the motor. The addition of lubri-cant could cause damage. Therefore,do not add lubricant to motor bear -ings.The agitator is equipped with two ballbearings that should be lubricated peri-odically by a Hoover Factory ServiceCenter or an Authorized HooverWarranty Service Dealer (Depot).

Possible CausePossible Solution• Incorrect carpet height setting• Move carpet height control to a higher

setting

Problem: Cleaner won’t run

Problem: Cleaner / tools won’t pick up

Possible CausePossible Solution• Broken or worn belt(s)• Replace belt(s)• Brush roll worn• Replace brush roll• Filter bag full• Change filter bag• Incorrect carpet height setting• Move carpet height control to lower

setting• Blockage in air flow passage• Clear blockage (see “Clearing block-

ages section)

Problem: Cleaner hard to push

Possible CausePossible Solution• Flat belt broken or worn• Replace belt• Self-propel button in OFF position• Slide button to ON

Possible CausePossible Solution

• Brush roll in OFF position• Move brush roll control to ON position

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• Flat belt broken or worn• Replace belt

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Possible CausePossible Solution• Not firmly plugged in• Plug unit in firmly• No voltage in wall plug• Check fuse or breaker• Blown fuse or tripped breaker• Replace fuse or reset breaker• Thermal protector activated • Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes

(this will reset the thermal protector)

Problem: Cleaner won’t self-propel

Problem: Brush roll not turning

Clearing blockagesDisconnect cleaner from electri -cal outlet.Warning - Brush roll can startsuddenly . Unplug cleaner when itis turned over .Low suction or pick up may be due to ablockage in the system. Refer to thefollowing steps to check for blockagescontinuing with each step until theblockage is found:

1. Check fullness of filter bag; change ifneeded.

If a minor problem occurs, it usually canbe solved quite easily when the causeis found by using the checklist below.

Checking airflow path2. Plug cleaner in and turn ON. Check forsuction at end of hose (A).

a. If there is suction , continue with step 3.

b. If there is no suction , check forblockage in hose and dirt tube as follows:

1) Disconnect hose from dirt duct (C)by reversing procedure for “Attachhose”, Figs. 1-5 and 1-6.

2) Clear out hose.

3) Look into (C) and remove blockage.

3. Check connection at hose tube (B);remove any blockage.

4. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug.

Checking under bottom plate5. Remove bottom plate (Fig. 3-9) andbrush roll (Fig. 3-15).

Look into opening (F), in channnels (G)and around liner (H), and remove anyaccumulated debris.

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Hoover CleaningPerformanceThis Hoover Cleaning PerformanceSystem is for comparing the relative pro-gressive performance of Hooveruprights only and not for comparisonwith any other brands. The majority ofthis rating is based upon the ASTMInternational Carpet CleaningEffectiveness Testing (ASTM Test F608).Other performance factors include HosePower (ASTM Test F558), Surface LitterCleaning, Hard Floor Cleaning, EdgeCleaning, Cleaning Width and AirFiltration.

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Full One Year Warranty

(Domestic Use)Your HOOVER® appliance is warrantedin normal household use, in accordancewith the Owner’s Manual against originaldefects in material and workmanship fora period of one full year from date ofpurchase. This warranty provides, at nocost to you, all labor and parts to placethis appliance in correct operating con-dition during the warranted period. Thiswarranty applies when the appliance ispurchased in the United States includingits territories and possessions, or inCanada or from a U. S. MilitaryExchange. Appliances purchased else-where are covered by a limited one yearwarranty which covers the cost of partsonly. This warranty does not apply if theappliance is used in a commercial orrental application.

This warranty only applies when theproduct is in use in the country or territo-ry in which it is purchased.

Warranty service can only be obtainedby presenting the appliance to one ofthe following authorized warranty serviceoutlets. Proof of purchase will berequired before service is rendered.

1. Hoover Factory Service Centers.

2. Hoover Authorized WarrantyService Dealers (Depots).

For an automated referral of autho -rized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone 1-800-944-9200 OR

visit The Hoover Company on-line atwww.hoover .com

This warranty does not cover pick up,delivery, or house calls; however, if youmail your appliance to a Hoover FactoryService Center for warranty service,transportation will be paid one way.While this warranty gives you specificlegal rights, you may also have otherrights which vary from state to state.

If further assistance is needed, or ifthere are questions concerning this war-ranty or the availability of warranty ser-vice outlets, phone the ConsumerResponse Center, 1-330-499-9499.In Canada, contact Hoover Canada,Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8,1-800-263-6376.