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Hoover U4057 manual

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  • Page 1

    Hoover® Convertible _ Cleaner Model U4057 Owner's Manual[...]

  • Page 2

    Fill in and retain ! The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combination cleaner equipped with a two speed motor. One speed is utilized when the cleaner is being used on carpet and rugs, and a second higher speed is for use with attachments. Your cleaner is a model ................................................................. and[...]

  • Page 3

    Important safeguards! • Read all instructions. • Warning: Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces. • Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near chil- dren. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run unattend- ed at any time. • Keep hands, feet, loose clothing, and hair away fro[...]

  • Page 4

    UNPACKING THE CLEANER Unpack the cleaner from the carton and identify the parts shown in Fig. 1. Remove and dispose of the cardboard packing. 1. Upper handle section 2. Lower handle section 3. Cleaner base 4, Outer bag assembly 5. Disposable bag The cleaner assembled will look like the drawing below, HANDLE CORD STORAGE HOOKS wrap cord around cord [...]

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    4 2 3 5 HOW TO ASSEMBLE A. Put handle together Be sure you have removed cardboard from the end of handle pieces. Slide the two handle pieces together. Check to see that cord storage hooks are on the same side of handle. Insert bolt through small holes and secure with nut. Tighten nut with screwdriver. Fig. 1. If the nut and bolt are not assembled a[...]

  • Page 6

    C. Attaching outer bag to cleaner The outer bag is connected at the rear of the cleaner. There are two projec- tions at the bottom of the outer bag assembly. To attach outer bag to the cleaner, place the two projections at the bot- tom of the outer bag assembly inside the metal grooved plate. (You will find the grooved plate extending out from the [...]

  • Page 7

    Unroll the rubber bag retainer so it holds bag firmly in place. Grasp the pleats on each side of the throw-away bag at dotted line and pull out until entire dotted line is visible. Place throw- away bag inside the outer jack- et without folding and zip jacket. To turn Cleaner on, push switch down. To turn cleaner off, pull the switch up. HOW TO USE[...]

  • Page 8

    Adjustment for carpet pile height The cleaning of carpet and rugs takes place at the nozzle. This is the opening at the bottom of the cleaner where the agitator is located. Fig. 1. It is necessary to raise and lower the nozzle for various carpet pile heights. The adjustment lever raises and lowers the nozzle for various carpet pile and is located t[...]

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    SPECIAL FEATURES Carrying handle Your cleaner has a convenient carry- ing handle located underneath the han- die bail. Edge cleaning This feature improves the cleaning of carpet edges near baseboards and solid furniture. Dust and lint tend to collect along these edges. The cleaner bottom plate has been designed with a passage- way for dirt to enter[...]

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    CLEANING TOOL ATTACHMENTS Cleaning tools are available for this cleaner at additional cost from Hoover Dealers. The cleaning tools allow you to do above the floor cleaning and to clean hard to reach areas. Deluxe cleaning set Includes vinyl hose with suction regulator and con- verter, curved wand, straight wand, dusting brush, furniture nozzle, wal[...]

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    Push connector and converter togeth- er and twist. The converter is locked into position when the projections on the converter fit into the holes on the hose connec- tor. Fig. 3. To attach the converter to the cleaner, first unplug cord. Warning: Cleaner must not be running when position- ing or removing front converter. Have cleaner in upright pos[...]

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    B. Select the proper cleaning tool The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the descriptions be low. Wall/floor brush* For walls and very !rregular hard surface floors such as brick and slate. Fig. 1. Furniture nozzle For upholstered fur- niture, draperies, tapestries, mattresses, clothing, automobil[...]

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    Turn the plastic ring counterclock- wise to lock the tool in place. Fig. 8. For additional length, attach one or both* wands to the vinyl hose as de- scribed in the preceding section. To attach the tools to the other end of the wand, press down firmly on the white plastic spring latch. Fig. 9. Fit the attachment into place and release plastic latch[...]

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    MAINTENANCE The following sections are concerned with proper maintenance of the HOO- VER 'Convertible' 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 'Convertible' cleaner will in- sure cont[...]

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    The belt The belt of your HOOVER cleaner controls the speed of the agitator and it is important for the effective operation of your cleaner. The belt is located under the bottom plate of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition. When to replace the belt To check the belt, remove the bottom plate (see fo[...]

  • Page 16

    4. Replace agitator. On one end of the agitator roll there is a raised metal plate. Make sure that this end is placed in groove on side of cleaner. 5. Place belt on pulley. Side of belt nearer cleaner should be in line with arrow on bottom of cleaner. 6. Replace metal plate. Place metal knobs on front end of plate in wire holders. Check to see that[...]

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    How to replace the brushes Disconnect the cleaner from electrical outlet. 1. To replace worn brushes, remove bottom plate, belt and agitator, following directions given on preceding pages. END SECT_ END PLATE 2. Turn end plates of agitator in opposite directions to loosen. 3. Continue turning until one end comes off exposing the end section. Then, [...]

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    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 Cleaner 1. Not fi[...]

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    ENERGY SAVING TIPS 1. Replace throw away cleaner bag promptly, before overfilled. Use a genuine HOOVER bag made for your model cleaner. 2. To maintain effective cleaning, replace agitator brushes and belt when necessary. 3. Turn off cleaner when not in use, such as when moving furniture. 4. Keep your cleaner operating at peak performance level - ha[...]

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    VCMA VACUUM CLEANE R MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION Service To The Consumer Since 1913 This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturers Associ- ation from Governmental and Private Sources concerned with product safety. These basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience. TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK Never vacuum liquids (unle[...]