Replace lens - Reposition lens and secure with the two screws.
Belt replacement
The belt on your Hoover cleaner causes the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the 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
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
To check belt, remove bottom plate as shown in “How to replace”. Replace belt if it is stretched, cut or broken.
What to buy
To assure effective operation, use only genuine HOOVER belts with your cleaner. When purchasing a new belt, ask for HOOVER part No. 38528033 (belt package part number 40201160).
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How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Remove bottom plate
Place handle in low position and turn cleaner over so bottom side is up.
Remove the 4 screws as shown with a Phillips screwdriver.
Lift off bottom plate (I).
Remove agitator brush roll
K
J
Install new belt
L
N
M
Replace agitator brush roll
Remove agitator and used belt. | With lettering on outside of belt and | |
Discard used belt. | positioned as shown in box on (J), slide | |
new belt over motor pulley (K). | ||
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Insert agitator through belt and place belt in belt guide (L) on agitator.
Should the agitator shield (M) become dislodged while replacing the belt or the agitator, reposition it as shown noting the placement of its belt guide (N).
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P
Secure agitator
Grasp agitator firmly and fit it into posi- tion by first sliding end opposite the belt into the rectangular slot (O) on side of cleaner.
Pull other side of agitator (P) into place. Turn agitator making sure belt is not pinched between agitator and agitator shield.
Replace bottom plate
Reposition bottom plate and 4 Phillips head screws. Tighten screws securely.
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