Hoover V2 U8130-900 WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum
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1. B WinaTunnel with V2 Technology by HOOVER Thank you for your purchase This product was designed for easy assembly see page 3 Review this manual before operating cleaner Thank you for choosing a HOOVER product Please enter the COMPLETE model and serial numbers in the spaces provided The numbers are located on the back of your cleaner Model Serial number Hint Attach your sales receipt to this owner s manual Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your HOOVER product move U5465 900 series M 12 120V 60Hz 12 0A Y BELT 38528 033 4 H ser no 2836 FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY PARA USO HOGARE O SOLAMENTE POUR UN USAGE M NAGER UNIQUEMENT MIR a 720 Jade In U S A Hecho en E U A Fabrique aux U i Important Safeguards When using an electrical appliance always follow E ON t en t S basic precautions including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Assembling Cleaner 3 4 Carton Contents 3 W Cleaner Descriptions a e o Sos ra Y 5 a r N N g E To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury How To Use A ttt 5 7 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces Cleaning Tools ssseeesseseeeees 7 A Carpet Height Adjustment 6 e Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Brush Roll Switch 6 Do not allo2. To check condition of brushes discon nect cleaner from electrical outlet Move edge of a card across bottom plate while turning agitators To maintain cleaning effectiveness have brush rolls replaced if brushes do not touch card New brush rolls can be installed at your nearest Hoover Factory Service Center Install bulb Pull old bulb straight out of socket Push new bulb straight into socket until locked in place Excessive force is not required The edge groomers When to replace The edge groomers located on both sides of the nozzle should be replaced when they appear worn What to buy When purchasing edge groomers ask for HOOVER part No 39511009 How to replace Remove bottom plate Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Lower handle to lowest position Turn cleaner over Remove the two screws M on bottom plate Insert screwdriver between latch N and bottom plate O Press outward on latch Pull up on bottom plate and remove 10 Install groomers Lift off both old edge groomers and slide new edge groomers into position as shown Insert tabs on bottom plate into slots on bottom of cleaner Press front bottom plate down and snap in place Replace screws Powered hand tool Agitator brush roll replacement When agitator brushes are worn the brush roll should be replaced Ask for HOOVER part No 48414088 How to replace 1 Remove tool from hose and turn it
3. Lowest setting for bare floors and all types of carpet Note If the cleaner is difficult to push slide knob to the next higher setting 00 Higher settings for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning perfomance Cleaning lightweight flexible rugs Stand on one end of rug and move cleaner toward other end or edge Before reaching edge push down on handle This will lift up the nozzle front of cleaner and will prevent rug from clinging to cleaner Continue to lift up nozzle so that when you have reached the edge it is completely off the rug Move cleaner back to start again lower nozzle and use only forward strokes Edge cleaning Special edge groomers are provided on both sides of the nozzle to remove dirt in carpet near baseboards and furniture Guide either side of nozzle parallel to edge of carpet or furniture Cleaning tools When using cleaning tools cleaner han dle should be in the upright position to activate the automatic brush roll OFF and for convenience in moving the cleaner from one area to another Turn cleaner OFF before disconnect ing and connecting hose to hose tube F To use hose lift hose end as shown Select proper tool G Dusting brush may be used for carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures venetian blinds baseboards shutters and registers H Furniture nozzle may be used for u
4. HEPA cartridge filter in hole on bottom of pre filter Snap top of HEPA cartridge filter into place Cleaning final filter The final filter assists in returning clean air to the room To remove this filter when it becomes dirty lay handle flat on the floor Press door tab J and remove door Lift out filter K and hand wash it in cold water with mild detergent Grasp end of HEPA cartridge filter and pull it away from pre filter Remove cartridge from assembly The pre filter C can be cleaned with a brush and then rinsed with water Allow pre filter to dry thoroughly Align grooves H on pre filter frame with grooves I in dirt cup Let filter air dry and reposition it Replace door Snap closed Should you want to replace this filter ask for HOOVER part No 38766028 Do not operate cleaner without the fil ter in place Continued gt 9 Headlight replacement What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt wedge base type 912 bulb HOOVER part No 27313107 Replace lens Place one tab L on lens into slot Press on lens and secure other tab Don Bose ES nai mouz Di il A Canis posa g R e ACI ne Op Soon 0000 pe ru Y 28 Remove lens Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Insert end of flat screwdriver into slots in lens Lift lens off The agitator brush rolls When to replace When agitator brushes are worn the agitators should be replaced
5. all accessories are included with every Empty carton Find the parts shown above before disposing of packing materials model A Handle section D Hose I Extension wand B Cleaner body E Dusting brush J Crevice wand C Hose holder F Furniture nozzle G Crevice tool H Powered hand tool Note The white switch lock above the ON OFF switch aids inthe assembly of your cleaner Assembly can be continued if the switch lock is missing However do not remove the switch lock until assembly is completed Continued gt 3 Cleaner Assembly Remove cardboard A and four Snap tabs on hose holder B into Push switch down to OFF position screws from handle section Discard holes on handle section cardboard but keep screws for 1 71 A assembly Figs 1 7 and 1 8 Slide handle section onto back of Push screws into holes on back of Place hose on holder handle handle Fig 1 7 and hose holder Fig 1 8 Tighten screws securely with a Phillips screwdriver Pull switch lock C above ON OFF switch D straight out Dispose of switch lock If switch lock has come off during assembly make sure switch is in OFF position down before plug ging into electrical outlet 4 2 u H OW toO use The assembled cleaner will look like the drawing Cleaner description Polarized plug To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fi
6. to lower setting e Blockage in air flow passage e Clear blockage e HEPA cartridge filter clogged e Clean HEPA cartridge filter by either tapping the side of the dirt cup or removing the cartridge filter as de scribed in the Filter assembly section e Pre filter clogged e Clean pre filter as described in Filter assembly section e Dirt cup not properly installed e Position dirt cup properly Fig 3 5 Dirt cup lid not positioned properly or missing e Ensure that dirt cup lid is properly positioned e Filter assembly not assembled properly e Ensure that filter assembly is positioned properly Figs 3 9 to 3 11 Problem Cleaner hard to push Possible cause Possible solution Incorrect carpet height setting e Move nozzle control knob to a higher setting Problem Cleaning tools won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution Blockage in hose e Clear blockage Problem Visible dirt leaking through final filter Possible cause Possible solution Filter assembly not installed properly e Remove filter assembly from dirt cup and ensure that HEPA cartridge filter is properly attached to pre filter screen and that entire filter assembly is properly repositioned inside dirt cup Figs 3 6 through 3 11 Problem Dirt inside dirt cup stops spinning Note Heavy debris may settle to the bottom of the dirt cup and prevent the dirt from spinning without affecting cleaning performance Th
7. A cartridge filter to empty the dirt cup Tap side of cup until no more dust particles fall from the HEPA cartridge filter Replace cup Replace dirt cup lid Slide cup into place Press firmly until cup locks in place Filter assembly The HEPA cartridge filter and pre filter are essentially self shedding Tapping the side of the dirt cup as described in How to empty dirt cup should sufficiently remove dust and fine particles from the HEPA cartridge filter and pre filter The filter assembly can also be removed for additional cleaning Clean the HEPA cartridge filter by tap ping either of the ends DO NOT tap soft pleated sides of HEPA cartridge filter as this could damage the filter Tap filter until no more dust particles fall from the filter Slide filter assembly down into cup until a light snap is felt Gently pull up on assembly to ensure that it is seated properly in the cup Ensure that no part of pre filter screen extends above top edge of dirt cup Replace lid and return cup to cleaner Fig 3 4 Note If dirt cup lid does not close all the way ensure that filter assembly is pushed down all the way Turn knob on lid until lid closes Fig 3 3 How to clean filter assembly Remove dirt cup and dirt cup lid as described in How to empty dirt cup Grasp pre filter frame and pull up firmly Slide filter assembly out of cup To re assemble filter assembly place large knob of
8. age occurs during tool use Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet 1 Look into hose end and remove any blockage C If a blockage occurs during powered hand tool use included with some models 1 Disconnect powered hand tool from hose Remove bottom plate belt guard and turbine as described in Figs 3 21 3 22 and 3 28 Remove any blockage from turbine channel B Replace belt turbine brush roll belt guard and bottom plate Service To obtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer Depot by e checking the Yellow Pages under Vacuum Cleaners Household OR e checking the list of Factory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR e Calling 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of authorized service outlet locations U S only OR e checking the Service section of The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Canton for service this will only result in delay If further assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts The model number app
9. can Society for Testing and Materials ASTM Carpet Cleaning Effectiveness Test ASTM Test F608 Other performance factors include Hose Power ASTM Test F558 Surface Litter Cleaning Hard Floor Cleaning Edge Cleaning Cleaning Width and Air Filtration 12 4 If you have a problem If a minor problem occurs it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the check list below Problem Cleaner won t turn on Possible cause Possible solution e Not firmly plugged in e Plug unit in firmly e No voltage in wall plug e Check fuse or breaker e Blown fuse or tripped breaker Replace fuse or reset breaker e Thermal protector activated Allow cleaner to cool this will reset the thermal protector see pg 12 Problem Agitator brushes aren t turning Possible cause Possible solution e Brush roll switch in OFF position e Turn brush roll switch ON e Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker as described in Fig 2 9 e Agitators are obstructed e Clear obstruction Problem Cleaner won t pick up Possible cause Possible solution e Thermal protector activated e Allow cleaner to cool this will reset the thermal protector see pg 12 e Circuit breaker tripped e Reset circuit breaker as described in Fig 2 9 e Agitator brush rolls worn e Replace brush rolls e Dirt cup full Empty dirt cup e Incorrect carpet height setting e Move nozzle control knob
10. e cleaner can continue to be used even if the dirt is not spinning inside the dirt cup However if the dirt does stop spinning AND there is a noticeable decrease of performance check the items under Cleaner won t pick up Problem Powered hand tool some models brush roll won t turn Possible cause Possible solution Too much pressure being applied to tool e Continue using tool applying light pressure Blockage in turbine channel e Remove blockage e Broken or worn belt Replace belt e Low cleaner suction e Check items under Cleaner won t pick LU Up Clearing blockages Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Low suction or pick up may be due to a blockage in the system Refer to the fol lowing steps to check for blockages continuing with each step until the blockage is found A If a blockage occurs during floor cleaning Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet 1 Check fullness of dirt cup and filter assembly empty cup and clean filters if needed Check dirt duct 2 Remove dirt cup look in duct A 3 Clear blockage from dirt duct Check brush rolls 4 Turn cleaner OFF and unplug 5 Turn cleaner over and clear blockage from brush rolls Reset circuit breaker if necessary Fig 2 9 Check hose tube 6 Turn cleaner OFF and unplug 7 Remove hose from tube Clear block age from tube Also check hose for blockage B If a block
11. e handle of your cleaner has three positions upright for storage and when using cleaning tools operating posi tion for general operation on carpet and floors low for reaching under low furniture Step on handle release lever to lower handle Continued gt 9 Carpet height adjustment The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle B When it is necessary to raise and lower the nozzle for various carpet pile heights slide the nozzle control knob C to the desired setting FA CARPET es HARD FLOOR AUTOMATIC BRESA RELL Brush roll switch Turn brush roll switch D OFF to clean hard surface floors Turn brush roll switch ON to clean carpet and rugs The brush rolls will automatically turn off when the handle is in the upright position For ease in sliding knob place handle in the upright position and tilt cleaner forward Circuit breaker The circuit breaker turns off the brush rolls if there is an obstruction in them When tripped the circuit breaker button E will pop up and the brush roll control button will light up The brush rolls will not turn but the suc tion motor will continue to run To reset the breaker turn cleaner OFF and unplug it Clear obstruction Press circuit breaker button down Turn cleaner ON and continue cleaning Qu CARPET HEIGHT Settings For maximum cleaning performance the following carpet height settings are recommended
12. ears on the back of the cleaner Full One Year LT Domestic Use Your HOOVER appliance is warranted in normal household use in accordance with the Owner s Manual against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of one full year from date of purchase This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period This warranty applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions or in Canada or from a U S Military Exchange Appliances purchased elsewhere are covered by a limited one year warranty which covers the cost of parts only This warranty does not apply if the appliance is used ina commercial or rental application Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the following Authorized Warranty Service outlets Proof of purchase will be required before service is rendered 1 Hoover Factory Service Centers 2 Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers Depots For an automated referral of authorized service outlets in the U S A phone 1 800 944 9200 OR visit The Hoover Company on line at www hoover com This warranty does not cover pick up delivery or house calls however if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center for warranty service transportation will be paid one way While this warranty gives you speci
13. fic legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province If further assistance is needed or if there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets write or phone the Consumer Response Center The Hoover Company 101 East Maple St North Canton Ohio 44720 Phone 330 499 9499 In Canada contact Hoover Canada Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone 1 800 263 6376 13 14 2 E HOOVER y W W son marcas registradas HOOVER et sont des marques d pos es gt Y HOOVER and w are registered trademarks 5 02 U8130 40 900 Printed in Mexico 56511 B47
14. n and snap closed 4 With flat sides of turbine retainers G pointing down slide retainers into grooves H in tool housing and snap into place 5 Replace brush roll belt guard and bottom plate as described in Figs 3 23 through 3 26 11 Lubrication The cleaner is equipped with bearings that contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the cleaner The addition of lubri cant could cause damage Therefore do not add lubricant to any bearings Thermal protector An internal thermal protector has been designed into your cleaner to protect it from overheating When the thermal protector activates the suction motor will stop running however the agitators will continue to run If this happens proceed as follows 1 Turn the cleaner OFF and discon nect it from the electrical outlet 2 Check dirt cup pre filter HEPA cartridge filter and final filter for dirt accumulation 3 Refer to Clearing blockages section 4 When the motor cools the thermal protector automatically resets and cleaning may continue If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the above steps your cleaner may need servicing see Service section Hoover Cleaning Performance This Hoover Cleaning Performance Sys tem is for comparing the relative pro gressive performance of Hoover uprights only and not for comparison with any other brands The majority of this rating is based upon the Ameri
15. 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 Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Never ich 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 Warranty Service Dealer Depot Use vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions 2002 The Hoover Company Use only attachments recommended by The Hoover Company others may cause www hoover com hazards Save these instructions If you need any assistance Visit our website at www hoover com Click on the Service button to find the service outlet nearest you OR Call 1 800 944 9200 for an automated referral of service outlet locations U S only OR Call 1 330 499 9499 to speak with a representative in our Consumer Response Center Please do not return this product to the store 1 Cleaner Assembly Carton contents Accessorles The accessories are packed on the cleaner Not
16. o snap free if it is pushed open too far To reattach align hinges of cover with slots on sides of tool storage area Push cover down to secure in place Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks Proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness Dirt cup The dirt cup assembly consists of the following parts Lid A Dirt Cup B Pre filter C HEPA Cartridge Filter D Dirt Opening E Handle F While the cleaner is in operation the pre filter screen will stop larger debris from entering the HEPA cartridge filter chamber This larger debris will be seen collecting in the left side of the dirt cup The HEPA car tridge filter will collect fine particles that have passed through the pre filter screen When to empty We recommend that the dirt cup be emptied before the dirt reaches the dirt opening on back of cup Fig 3 1 or after every use if you prefer CAUTION Very fine materials such as face powder or cornstarch may seal the filter and cause loss of suc tion When using the cleaner for this type of dust empty the cup and clean the filters often How to empty Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Do not use cleaner without dirt cup or filters in place Remove cup Firmly pull cup straight out Clean filter Turn knob G on top of dirt cup lid one full turn Empty cup Remove lid Note lt is not necessary to remove the HEP
17. pholstered furniture draperies mat tresses clothing automobile interiors and carpeted stairs I Powered hand tool may be used for upholstered furniture carpeted stairs and hard to reach places J Crevice tool may be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers uphol stered furniture stairs and baseboards K Crevice wand can be used in tight spaces corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers uphol stered furniture stairs and baseboards It can also be used for extra reach with the dusting brush and or extension wand L Wand is used to give extra length to your hose Use it with any of the above tools Attach wand and tools Attach tool or wand to the hose M Twist wand or tool slightly to tighten or loosen the connection How to clean tools To clean the hose and the powered hand tool wipe off dirt with a cloth dampened in a mild detergent Rinse with a damp cloth Do not submerge powered hand tool in water Cleaning tools may be washed in warm water with a detergent Rinse and air dry before using Stair cleaning Use the hose and powered hand tool or furniture nozzle for stair cleaning CAUTION To prevent the cleaner from falling always place it at the bottom of the stairs With handle in upright position clean from bottom to top How to attach tool cover The tool cover is designed with a break away feature which allows it t
18. so bottom faces up Press the latches on elther side of tool and remove bottom plate A 2 Unscrew the two Phillips screws and remove belt guard B 3 Remove agitator including end plates C and discard 4 Inspect belt to ensure that it is in good condition If belt is cracked gouged or broken replace it see follow ing section 5 Insert brush roll through belt and posi tion belt over gear teeth D on brush roll 6 With curved ends down slide end plates C of brush roll into slots E on tool Powered hand tool Belt replacement Inspect the belt The powered hand tool belt is designed to last a long time and is not normally replaced However if the belt is crack ed gouged or broken it should be replaced The belt can be seen through the top of the nozzle or by removing the bottom plate and belt guard Figs 3 21 and 3 22 7 Replace belt guard B making sure not to pinch brush bristles in guard Turn agitator to make sure it rotates freely Replace and tighten screws Replace belt When replacing belt ask for HOOVER part No 38528037 1 Remove bottom plate belt guard and brush roll as described in Figs 3 21 through 3 23 2 Grasp turbine E and pull firmly to remove 3 Remove belt from turbine pulley F Replace with new belt 8 To replace bottom plate A insert the four tabs on edge of bottom plate into slots on front of tool Pivot bottom plate dow
19. t in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way Transporting cleaner Put handle in upright position Tilt clean er back on rear wheels Push forward ON OFF switch Plug cord into electrical outlet O JO OB ON 14 15 16 Headlight 17 18 19 Handle ON OFF switch Tool cover Dusting brush Powered hand tool Furniture nozzle Brush roll ON OFF switch Dirt cup Dirt cup handle HEPA cartridge filter Pre filter Final filter Three position handle release pedal step on lever to lower handle to operating or low positions Nozzle control knob slide knob to correct set ting for height of carpet being cleaned Furniture guard Edge groomers Hose Hose holder To turn cleaner ON push switch up To turn cleaner OFF push switch down Carrying cleaner Use the carrying handle to lift the cleaner Do not lift cleaner using dirt cup han dle A 20 Cord hooks wrap cord around hooks for storage The top hook rotates right or left for easy cord release 21 Carrying handle 22 Extension wand 23 Crevice wand stores in wand Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner This cleaner is intended for household use Handle positions Th
20. w vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time Circuit Breaker ans 6 e Keep hair loose clothing fingers feet and all parts of body away from openings If You Have a Problem 12 rotating agitators and other moving parts Do not operate cleaner in bare feet or Clearing BlockageS cr 13 when wearing open toe shoes or sandals Important Safeguards comocccnooaconnnaanss 2 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or Lubrication ner 12 hot ashes Maintenance Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline or fine Authorized Service 13 wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present Cleaning filter 8 9 e Avoid picking up hard sharp objects with the cleaner They may damage the Emptying Dirt Cup cooocnnccccccnnnannnnnnnns 8 cleaner Replacing Powered Hand Tool e Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting hose Agitator Brush Roll ner 11 Do not use without dirt cup or filters in place Empty cup and clean filter frequently Replacing Power Hand Tool Belt 11 when picking up very fine materials such as powder del lb ae by Use extra care when cleaning on stairs ee eee iaa 12 e Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep Warranty cecccssssescssssssescsssssesessssseesssssssee 13 free of dust lint hair or anything that may reduce air flow Do
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