If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the
checklist below.
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.
To reduce risk of personal injury - unplug vacuum before servicing.
probleM
Vacuum won't
run
bag Check
Indicator has
turned red
or
Vacuum won't
pick up
or
Low suction
Dust escaping
from vacuum
Headlight not
working
Vacuum is
difficult to push
or won't move
forward
Powered Hand
Tool brushroll
won't turn
Smoky/burning
smell detected
5. troubleshootinG
WARNING
!
possible cause
1. Power cord not firmly plugged
into outlet.
2. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.
3. Thermal Protector activated.
1. Filter Bag full and/ or clogged.
2. Broken or worn belt.
3. Brushroll and/ or Hose
clogged.
4. Carpet height setting is
incorrect.
5. Suction Only Mode is ON.
1. Filter Bag full.
2. Filter Bag not installed
correctly.
3. Hose not installed correctly.
1. Bulb burnt out.
2. Loose electrical wires.
1. Carpet height setting is
incorrect.
2. Bottom plate is not installed
correctly.
1. Too much pressure being
applied to tool.
2. Blockage.
3. Low vacuum suction.
1. Belt broken or stretched.
2. Brushroll is clogged.
!
possible solution
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace
fuse/reset breaker in home.
3. Unplug and allow vacuum to cool for 30min.
(This willl reset the thermal protector)
1. Empty Filter Bag - Pg. 9
2. Replace belt - Pg.12.
3. Check Hose - Pg.11. Check Brushroll - Pg.10.
4. Set Carpet Height Adjustment to appropriate
setting for carpet being cleaned - Pg.7.
5. Step on Brushroll ON/OFF Pedal to turn
Suction Only Mode OFF
1. Empty Filter Bag - Pg. 9
2. Review Filter Bag removal & replacement
- Pg. 9
3. Review Hose installation - Pg. 7.
1. Replace bulb - Pg. 11.
2. Call 1-800-944-9200 for nearest authorized
®
Hoover
dealer.
1. Set Carpet Height Adjustment knob to
appropriate setting for carpet being cleaned
- Pg. 7.
2. Refer to Figs. 4.22 - 4.24, Pg. 12.
1. Continue using tool applying light pressure.
2. Remove blockage - Pg. 11.
3. Check items under "Vacuum won't pick or
Low suction."
1. Replace brushroll belt - Pg. 10.
2. Clear/ remove debris from brushroll - Pg. 10.
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