Hoover R3 7-96 owner manual How to use, Self Propel feature, Self Propel control button

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How to use

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit 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.

ON-OFF SWITCH

ON-OFF switch

To turn cleaner on, push switch up. To turn cleaner off, push switch down to the OFF posi- tion.

To transport

To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on large rear wheels and push forward.

Self Propel feature

Note: The Self Propel feature will operate only when motor is turned on.

This feature moves the cleaner forward and backward at a variable rate of speed controlled entirely by you.

Your cleaner also has a conve- nient carrying handle located on the back of the cleaner.

Self Propel

Control

Button

To move forward

Push handle grip forward and guide cleaner in front of you. The cleaner will move in a forward direction with little effort.

To move backward

Gently pull handle grip back and guide the cleaner toward you. Guide cleaner carefully at first until you have adjusted to the ease of operation.

Handle positions

The handle of your cleaner has three positions: upright for storage and tool use; operat- ing for general operation on carpet and floors; low for cleaning under low furniture. Lower handle by stepping on handle release pedal at rear of cleaner.

UPRIGHT

OPERATING

LOW

Self Propel control button

For increased control of the cleaner in tight places such as around and under furniture, or on non-carpeted floors push the Self Propel control button to OFF to disengage the Self Propel mechanism.

Edge cleaning

Brushed edge cleaning is provided on the right side of the cleaner to remove embedded dirt in the carpet near baseboards and furniture. Guide right side of cleaner parallel to edge of carpet or furniture for brushed edge cleaning.

Standard edge cleaning is pro- vided on the left side of cleaner to remove surface dust and litter.

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Contents Hoover COMPANY, North CANTON, Ohio Self-Propelled Upright Cleaners Index Read ALL Instructions Before Using this Appliance Fill in and retain Unpacking Ing carpet and floors to insure proper cleaning performance How to attach hose and toolsQuestions or Concerns? Attach hose Attach toolsSelf Propel control button How to useSelf Propel feature Adjustment for carpet pile height Embedded Dirt Finder featureLowest setting For all types of carpet Some models onlyAttach hose to cleaner Cleaning toolsQuick cord release Air freshener dispenserBag MaintenanceHow to change bag Embedded Dirt Finder batteryHow to replace VoltAgitator belt What to buyWhat to buy Belts Motor Pulley Belt How to replace agitator beltMotor pulley, with lettering on Belt visible and not againstSelf propel belt How to replace self propel beltClearing obstructions Hose DoorAgitator brush roll How to replaceService If you have a problemCleaning Effectiveness Per Amp Rating Lubrication