Troubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner won’t turn on
Possible causes
1.Power cord not plugged in
2.Blown fuse/tripped breaker
3.Thermal protector activated
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and discon- nect 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 pg. 13.
Brush not rotating
Possible causes | Remedies | ||
1. | Brush switch turned to “Off” | 1. | Make sure brush switch is in “On” position |
2. | Vacuum is in upright position | 2. | Recline vacuum to operate brush |
3. | Brush is jammed | 3. | Remove obstruction or debris (pg. 14), |
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| unplug cleaner to reset brush (pg. 14) |
4. | Brush needs to be reset | 4. | Unplug cleaner to reset brush (pg. 14) |
Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction
Possible causes | Remedies | ||
1. | Incorrect height setting | 1. | Turn dial to lower setting |
2. | Hose wand not properly positioned | 2. | Make sure hose wand is fully seated in |
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| base and diverter is in down position |
3. | Dirt container not installed properly | 3. | Check assembly of upper and lower portions, |
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| correctly position and snap into place |
4. | Dirt container full | 4. | Empty dirt container |
5. | Clog in cleaner | 5. | Follow instructions on pg. |
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| clearing clogs |
6. | Filters are dirty | 6. | Check and clean foam filter, check and |
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| replace HEPA filter cartridge if needed |
7. | Hose not properly attached | 7. | Make sure hose collar is twisted to |
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| lock position |
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