Hoover S3617 User's Manual
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1. install new bag place 4 Pull collar forward until latch notches on bag collar at bag snaps into collar Open folds of edge into groove inside lower front bag Push top of bag back of cleaner replace tool tray and cover 8 Obstructions Remove larger items from carpet and floor surfaces before vacuuming to help prevent obstructions in hose wands or nozzle connector and to maintain cleaning effectiveness of your cleaner There are two conditions that will indicate that an obstruction has occurred 1 Cleaner stops running See Thermal Protector section 2 Cleaner continues to run but suction is low See Clearing obstructions section Thermal protector An internal thermal protector has been used in your cleaner to prevent over heating if a large item or clog is caught in the nozzle or at the opening of the bag When the blockage is not removed the thermal protector will trip and the cleaner will stop running If this happens turn cleaner OFF and disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Disconnect hose from cleaner and remove obstruction from bag opening If obstruction is in nozzle discon nect nozzle from wand and remove obstruction Within 15 minutes the thermal protector will cool and automatically reset then cleaning may resume If cleaner does not operate allow additional time for thermal protector to reset The thermal protector may a so trip if the bag needs to be replaced See The bag section Clearing2. Do not use outdoors5 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 and moving parts e 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 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes e Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present e Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the cleaner and the bag Unplug cleaner when not in use Turn off all controls before unplugging ANS disconnect cord from electrical outlet before servicing the cleaner Do not use without dust bag and or fitters in place Change bag fre quently when picking up very fine materials such as powder Use extra care when cleaning on stairs e Do not pur any object into openings Do not use with any opening cod keep free of dust Int hair and anything that may reduce air low Grasp the plug to disconnect from wall outlet to avoid damage to the un plug prongs or receptacle Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands The use of an extension co
3. HOOVER Ear T SPIRIT cleaner ON Fill in and retain The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combination cleaner lt has a nozzle for use on carpet and floors and cleaning tools for other tasks The model and serial number are located on the bottom of the cleaner For your personal records please enter the COMPLETE model and serial number In the spaces provided and retain this information Your cleaner is model and has serial number It ls suggested that you attach your sales receipt to this owners manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your Hoover product Save Index Assembling Cleaner eessen 5 Cleaner Descriptions woomm 3 4 How To Use Cleaning Tools eseese 6 7 Rug and Floor Nozzle xa ae s w 5 SUCTION Regulator nsisi coate aia 6 T Glean Stalis aerisire o to 7 If You Have a Problem ccoo 11 UL Important Safeguards cece 2 lubrication annes 10 Maintenance Cleaning Secondary Filter 10 Clearing Obstructions 1111111111111 9 Replacing Bag sisi 7 8 Replacing Rug Floor Nozzle Brush 10 SOWIE awake EEG we 11 O 1990 The Hoover Company Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE m Wa rning ae the risk of fire electric shock or e
4. Maintenance The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the cleaner Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks and keep this owner s manual in a convenient place where you can refer to it when needed Proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness The bag When to replace Check the bag occasionally When bag is filled with dirt the cleaner will not operate efficiently Discard used bag CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder cornstarch fireplace ashes or fireplace soot may seal the paper bag and may cause it to burst even though it is only partially full of dirt When the cleaner is used to remove material of this nature the bag should be changed frequently Where to buy Bags may be purchased from your local Authorized Hoover Dealer or from a Hoover Factory Service Center When purchasing bags be sure to give the model number of your cleaner What to buy Use HOOVER bag Type K with this cleaner To assure that your HOOVER cleaner operates at peak performance it is imperative that you H O OV E R use only genuine HOOVER paper bags made by The Hoover Company HOOVER bags can be 1 identified by the trademarks i How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet 1 Remove cover by lifting top 2 Depress latch and lift out used section of carrying handle and bag pulling forward Lift out tool storage tray 3 To
5. ip and is used to increase or decrease suction for various cleaning tasks Set suction regulator to MINIMUM MEDIUM or MAXIMUM suction by rotating plastic ring until raised plastic indicator on dial is directly under desired setting A variety of useful cleaning tools is included with your cleaner These tools and their uses are shown below The wail floor brush is available at a nominal cost from your Authorized Hoover Dealer a Hoover Factory Service Center or by writing to The Hoover Company North Canton Ohio 44720 EAI IT OT 8 ro we ere UL LA 1 Crevice tool may be used for radiators dresser drawers spaces between kitchen equipment 2 Furniture nozzle may be used for upholstered furniture draperies tapestries mattresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted stairs 3 Dustlng brush may be used for carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures Venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers e 4 Wail floor brush may be used for walls and very irregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate Available at additional cost To connect and remove tools Tools attach to wand or hand grip by rotating plastic latch ring until slots in the opening align insert tool and turn latch ring as shown to lock tool in place To remove tool reverse the above procedure To clean stairs Clean stairs by placing cleaner on end as shown Clean stairs from bottom to top
6. llow the instructions in the warranty provided with this product Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service as this will only result in a delay Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Comapny Consumer Affairs Department North Canton Ohio 44720 216 499 9200 1 Es HOOVER and BY are trademarks of THE HOOVER COMPANY NORTH CANTON OHIO 44720 1 1 90 S3619 27 LithoUSA 56513 310
7. m occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found Therefore this check list is provided to assist you 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 4 Thermal protector tripped 4 See thermal protector section pg 9 B Cleaner 1 Bag full 1 Change paper bag suction 2 Bag not opening 2 Open bag by pulling folds low 3 Obstruction in hose wands 3 Remove foreign object or nozzle connector 4 Secondary filter dirty 4 Clean filter 5 Suction regulator 5 Set suction regulator Improperly set properly C Nozzle 1 Low cleaner suction 1 See Item B won t 2 Obstruction in nozzle 2 Remove foreign object pick up connector 3 Nozzle brush worn 3 Replace nozzle brush Service 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 HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be obtained Provided with this product is a listing of the Hoover Factory Service Centers If you are unable to obtain the information you need from the Yellow Pages contact a Hoover Factory Service Center to find your nearest Authorized Warranty Service Dealer for service under warranty fo
8. obstructions To check for obstructions first turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet then disconnect wands from hand grip Plug cleaner in turn on and checx hose end for suction Remove any obstructions Remove rug and floor nozzle from wands and attach wands to hose Check for suction and remove any obstructions Secondary filter How to clean Disconnect cleaner from electri cal outlet The secondary filter protects the motor from dirt particles If the filter becomes dirty either clean or replace it The secondary filter is located inside the cleaner behind the paper bag To remove filter first remove cover of cleaner then lift out filter Clean filter by rinsing it in water When dry slide filter back into position Do not operate cleaner without the secondary filter in place Rug and floor nozzle To maintain cleaning effectiveness of your rug and floor nozzle the brushes may need to be replaced occasionally See your nearest Hoover factory Service Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer for new brushes Lubrication The motor is equipped with two bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor Addition of lubricant could cause damage Therefore do not add lubricant to either motor bearing 10 1 If you have a problem This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating condi tion when it was shipped from the factory If a minor proble
9. or set for MINIMUM MEDIUM or MAXIMUM suction by rotating plastic ring until raised plastic indicator on ring is directly under desired setting Hand grip located on one end of hose for use with extension wands or Cleaning tools Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner This cleaner is intended for household use How to assemble 1 Connect hose insert hose end with cord into opening of cleaner lining up largest projection on hose with G largest notch of opening Turn hose to the right to tighten To disconnect depress latch and turn hose to the left 2 Attach wands tools and nozzle To attach hose to extension wand or tool turn plastic latch ring on hand grip until outer slot lines up with inner slot Push hand grip down onto wand or tool so that button projection fits into slot Turn latch ring to lock in place Attach second wand and nozzle or tools in the same manner Reverse procedure to remove wand tool or nozzle How to use Rug and floor nozzle The combination rug and floor nozzle has been designed to do an efficient cleaning job on both carpet and hard surface floors Hard surface floors Lock brushes to clean bare floors by sliding indicator to BARE FLOOR Rugs Release brushes to clean rugs or carpet by sliding indicator to RUG OI TD ut 5 Cleaning toots Suction regulator The suction regulator is located on the hand gr
10. rd 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 Warranty Service Dealer 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 Save these instructions I The cleaner assembled will look U N pa C Ki ng like the drawing below Unpack cleaner from carton and identify the parts shown Re move and dispose of the card board packing A Canister cleaner B Rug and floor nozzle C Paper bag D Extension wands and hose E O E Too storage tray provides internal storage for crevice tool furniture nozzle and dusting brush Crevice tool Furniture nozzle Dusting brush Deluxe rug and floor nozzle Carrying handle Cover removed by lifting up top section of carrying handle and pulling forward Large wheels provide easy towing when hose is used to pull cleaner over carpet area rugs and door sills On Off switch conveniently located on top of cleaner Plastic latch ring located on extension wands and hand grip rotate ring to attach wands or cleaning tools Extension wands use with rug and floor nozzle If added length is desired when using cleaning tools add one or both wands to hose Suction regulat
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