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HOOVER.
Model Owner’s
Dial-A-Matic” U6049
Manual
Cleaner
Rd
with Automatic
1
PowerDrive’”
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Fill in and ret&n! The HOOVER vacuum cleaner you have just purchased is a combination cleaner. The cleaner may be used on carpet and rugs, and it is also for use - with attachments. This cleaner is equipped with the automatic ‘Power Drive’ feature. Your cleaner is a model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..*.................................... . and has a
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Importantsafeguards! I l Read all instructions. ! l Warning: Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on I 8 l Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near 1 dren. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy or to run ed at any time. 1 b l Keep hands, feet, loose clothing, and hair away from rotating agitator. / l Don’t run cleaner over cord. It may damage insulation. ! l j . l Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage 1 I the cl
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MANUAL (DISENGAGE ON/OFF CARRYING AND INTERLOCK CLEANING NOZZLE FULL HEADLIGHT -SOME ONLY FURNITURE GUARD Warning: Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces. Operate only at voltage specified on bottom of cleaner. WRAP-AROUND MODELS MODELS -SOME INDICATOR BAG HOSE ATTACHMENTS FOR OPENING AND DIAL ADJUSTMENT SUCTION TOOL CARPET MODELS -SOME INDICATOR BAG FULL HANDLE LATCH COVER SWITCH DRIVE) BUTTON TRANSPORT
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Howtouse This deluxe cleaner provides you with an automatic ‘Power Drive’ feature. It propels the cleaner forward and backward at a variable rate of speed controlled ! entirely by (you) the operator. Push the handle grip forward. Notice that the clean- er moves in a forward direction with little effort. You control the speed at which the cleaner moves. To move backward Gently pull the handle grip and guide the cleaner toward you. The cleaner moves both forward and backward with the same ease whe
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To transport Your ‘Power Drive’ cleaner can be transported by two methods: 1. Use the convenient carrying for carrying your cleaner up and down stairs or when lifting the cleaner from one surface to another. Lift it as shown in Fig. 1. FIG. 1 2. To roll your cleaner from one room to another, use the convenient button located on top of the handle grip (Fig. 2). Press the button and slide the handle grip up or down the handle until the button drops flush with the handle grip. With the button depr
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Cleaning tools 1. Vinyl hose Hose has vinyl jacket for long, trouble-free life. The light flexible hose has a vinyl tab, so it can be hung on the cleaner. A suction regulator is located on the hose grip. 2. Extension wand Use to give length when cleaning stairs or above the floor, hard to reach areas. 3. Upholstery brush For upholstered furniture, draperies, tapestries, mattresses, clothing, auto- mobile interiors and carpeted stairs. 4. Crevice tool For upholstered furniture, edges of wall-to-
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b. To wand Add a tool to the end of the wand by fitting the button projection on the tool into the opening on the wand. You will hear the plastic spring latch snap and lock into place. To release, press down on the spring latch and remove. When you are finished using the attachments, remove the hose. To remove hose from cleaner, return the dial indicator to MAX position under CARPET SUCTION, then turn hose connector counterclockwise and remove hose. Your cleaner is equipped with an interlock mec
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There are two types of full bag indicators. One is a light which will glow red showing the words “CHECK BAG”. The second is an indicator which appears showing the words “CHECK BAG”. This indicator may become visible for a few seconds when the cleaner is first turned on and will then disappear. If the “CHECK BAG” light stays red, or the BAG” indicator remains visible, the cleaner is not operating satisfactorily. You should: Replace the bag, check secondary filter, and check nozzle hose. NOTE: Th
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outside of cover and the cover is in proper on the gasket before latching. With the cleaner upright and the handle in the storage position, turn on the motor briefly before lowering handle into cleaning position. This insures that the throw-away bag is inflated. THE SECONDARY FILTER The secondary filter protects the motor from dirt. Before installing a new bag, check the filter. Dirt spilled in the bag housing will accumulate on the filter and may restrict motor performance. To clean filter, re
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There are two belts on your cleaner. The belts drive the agitator and the power drive pulley and are important for the efficient operation of your cleaner. Because of this, when buying new belts, you should always insist on genuine HOOVER belts. Some other belts on the market, not manufac- tured under the Hoover design and quality controls, may not operate the agitator or ‘Power Drive’ correctly and may damage your cleaner, When to replace belts Check from time to time to be sure the belts are i
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! Replace agitator and latch it in tion. (Fig. 4). I Make sure that large belt is in center of pulley, and free of agitator mount- ings and latch. Turn agitator by hand to be sure that belt is in proper posi- tion. (Fig. 5). Replace bottom plate. (Fig. 6). Make sure that clips enter into the recesses on the cleaner bottom plate. Check to see that latches are pushed back and will not be covered by plate. (Fig. 6). Place plate in position and latch securely. Turn agitator by hand to be sure that
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By turning the end plates in opposite directions, one plate will come off. (Fig. 3 and Fig. 4). Then pry out either end section as shown in Fig. 5 and 6. This will ex- pose the shaft. : Tap the shaft gently with a hammer to release other plate and end section. (Fig. 7). , , / i Pull other plate and shaft from agita- tor. (Fig. 8). Remove brushes by pulling them from agitator. Slide new brushes into chan- nels, small ends first. Push them in as far as possible. (Fig. 9). Replace shaft, end secti
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THE HEADLIGHT (Some models only) The headlight, located at the bottom of the front bag cover, operates when the cleaner is turned on. The headlight bulb illuminates both the headlight and the full bag indicator. TO REPLACE BULB 1. Remove cord from electrical outlet. 2. Open rear bag cover. 3. Remove the eight screws from the inside of the front bag cover. (See Fig. 1) 4. Place hand in carrying handle and pull out and up to remove front cover. (See Fig. 2) 5. Push bulb into socket and twist to re
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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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Possible solution Problem Possible cause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. VACUUM MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (HOOVER -AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER) VCMA Service To The Consumer Since 19 13 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 (unless using special equipment). Never vacuum carpeting that is damp or wet (unless using special equipment). Do not store mach
