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PROBLEM SOLVING
CAUTION: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing.
Problem Cause Solution
Motor will not start Electric Plug • Push plug securely into outlet
• Try another outlet
• Check circuit breaker
Motor stops suddenly Thermal Cut Off • Refer to page 2
Does not clean the carpet or floor Filters • Clean or replace filters.Hint: If picking up fine dust, the filters may
not look dirty,but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when
it blocks the air flow through the filter(s).Pages 7-8.
Dust Cup • Empty dust cup.Check to ensure cup is properly seated and secured
with lever engaged.Hint: Be sure both top and bottom filters are in place.
Hose • Be sure hose adapter is secure on back of cleaner.Page 10.
• Remove any blockages from the hose that restricts the air flow.Page 10.
• Check to see that the end of the hose is firmly pressed into the hose
retainer in the hood of the vacuum.Page 10.
• Check base hose and long hose.Page 10.
Belt • Replace a broken, cut,loose or out of shape belt. Page 9.
Brushroll • Clean hair and thread from bristles and end cap area.
• Replace brushroll if bristles are worn.Page 9.
No suction at the end of hose Hose Adapter • Be sure hose adapter is secure.Page 10.
Filters • Clean or replace filters.Hint: If picking up fine dust, the filters may
not look dirty,but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when
it blocks the air flow through the filter(s).Page 7-8.
Hose • Remove any clogs from hose that restricts the air flow.Check base
hose and long hose.Page 10.
Dust Cup • Empty dust cup.Check to insure cup is properly seated and secured
with lever engaged.Hint: Be sure both top & bottom filters are in place.
Page 7-8.
Noise from the brushroll area Brushroll • Remove hood and clean debris or items from the brushroll area.
Page 9.
Belt • Replace a broken,cut, loose or out of shape belt. Page 9.
Cleaner is hard to push Cleaner Height Setting • Put handle in operating position.Tilt the cleaner back to raise the
front wheels off the floor.Then turn the knob to a higher setting.
Belt • Replace a broken,cut, loose or out of shape belt. Page 9.
Cleaner height knob will not turn Cleaner Height Setting • Hint: Put handle in operating position.Tilt the cleaner back to
raise the front wheels off floor.Then turn the knob. Page 6.
Missing parts •
Call Electrolux on 08706 055055.Have the model and serial numbers
ready when you call.See rating plate benea th the cleaner.
Questions •
Call Electrolux on 08706 055055.Have the model and serial numbers
ready when you call.See rating plate benea th the cleaner.