Troubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner won’t run
Possible causes
1.Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in
2.Household fuse/breaker
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts and/ or electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing troubleshooting checks.
Remedies
1.Check electrical plug
2.Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt
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1. | Dirt cup is full | 1. | Empty dirt cup |
2. | Filter dirty | 2. | Check, remove debris or clean |
3. | Hose not secure | 3. | Check to be sure hose is snapped into place at |
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| both ends |
4. | Dirt cup not in place | 4. | Make sure dirt cup is fully inserted and dirt cup |
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| release handle is pushed in completely |
5. | Vacuum path clogged | 5. | Visually check air passageway, hose inlet, |
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| and hose for anything that might be obstructing. |
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| the vacuum path. Carefully remove blockage |
6. | Rotating power brush drive belt broken | 6. | Replace drive belt |
7. | Drive belt stretched | 7. | Check drive belt area and remove obstructions |
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| Replace drive belt if necessary |
8. | Floor brush bristles worn | 8. | Replace floor brush |
9. | Floor brush jammed | 9. | Remove floor brush and clean debris from |
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| brush and ends |
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| Check drive belt for any damage |
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