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Troubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner won’t run
Possible causes
1.Power cord not firmly plugged in
2.Blown fuse/tripped breaker
3.Thermal protector activated
No power at rotating floor brush
Possible causes
1.Canister is not securely seated
2.Brush switch turned to "OFF"
3.Vacuum is in upright position
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.
Remedies
1.Check electrical plug
2.Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
3.Allow cleaner to cool for 30 minutes, see page 15
Remedies
1.Remove canister and replace, making sure that it "clicks" into place
2.Make sure brush switch is in "ON" position
3.Recline vacuum to operate brush
Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt
Possible causes | Remedies | ||
1. | Incorrect height adjustment | 1. | Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting |
2. | Hose not attached to suction opening | 2. | Grasp hose grip and firmly push onto |
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| the base |
3. | Crack or hole in hose | 3. | Check hose and replace if needed |
4. | Drive belt broken, worn or off motor pulley | 4. | Reposition or replace drive belt, |
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| see page 12 |
5. | Rotating floor brush bristles worn | 5. | Replace brush |
6. | Rotating floor brush jammed | 6. | Remove brush and clean debris from |
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| brush ends |
7. | Clog in vacuum | 7. | Follow instructions for clearing clogs |
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| on page 14 |
8. | Dirt container full | 8. | Empty dirt container |
9. | Dirt container or secondary cyclone not installed properly | 9. | Position correctly and lock into place |
10. | Filters are dirty | 10. | Check and clean or replace secondary |
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| cyclone |
Vacuum cleaner is difficult to push |
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Possible causes | Remedies | ||
1. | Incorrect height adjustment | 1. | Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting |
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