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Troubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner won’t run
Possible causes Remedies
1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug
2. Household fuse/breaker 2. Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt
Possible causes Remedies
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
4. Dirt cup not in place 4. Make sure dirt cup is fully inserted and dirt cup
release handle is pushed in completely
5. Vacuum path clogged 5. Visually check air passageway, hose inlet,
and hose for anything that might be obstructing
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
8. Floor brush bristles worn 8. Replace floor brush
9. Floor brush jammed 9. Remove floor brush and clean debris from
brush and ends
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.
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