Clearing Clogs Continued

3.Check Upper Tank and Louvers for build up or clogs. Check to make sure Louvers are installed correctly. To unlock the Louvers, grasp the rim and turn toward the left. Pull straight down to remove. If the Louvers are missing or not locked into place, check and clear the tube in the center of the Dirt Container.

4.Remove the Twist ‘n Snap Hose from the vacuum by turning to the left. Check the Suction Inlet, Hose and Hose Wand for clogs. Remove any clogs from the hose using a long, narrow object.

5.Check the Foot Hose for clogs. If needed, remove the screw attaching the Hose Wand Base to the vacuum. Straighten the Foot Hose and unclog with a long, narrow object.

Louvers

Suction Inlet

Hose Wand Base

6. If the clog persists, follow the instructions for Checking

 

the Rotating Floor Brush on page 9-10 and inspect the Air

Air Passageway

Passageway for obstructions.

Troubleshooting

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.

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible Causes

1Power cord not plugged in

2Blown fuse/tripped breaker

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up dirt

Possible Causes

1Incorrect Height Adjustment

2Hose not attached to suction opening

3Twist ‘n Snap Hose not securely attached.

4Crack or hole in Hose

5Broken or worn Drive Belt

6Rotating Floor Brush bristles worn

7Rotating Floor Brush jammed

8Clog in vacuum

129 Dirt Container full

Remedies

1Check electrical plug

2Check/Replace fuse or reset breaker

Remedies

1Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting

2Grasp Quick Reach Handle and firmly push Hose Wand onto the suction opening

3Make sure Twist ‘n Snap Hose is snapped into locked position

4Check Hose and replace if needed

5Replace Drive Belt, see pg. 9-10

6Replace brush

7Remove brush and clean debris from brush ends

8Clear clog, see pg. 11-12

9Empty Dirt Container

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3576, 3574 specifications

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