12

3-10 3-11 3-12

3-13

IJ
Installing brush roll
Grasp brush roll firmly and fit it into
position by first sliding belt side into the
rectangular slot (I) on side of cleaner.
Pull other side of brush roll (J) into
place.
Turn brush roll making sure belt is not
pinched between brush roll and cleaner
base.
Replacing bottom plate
Line up bottom plate with front edge of
cleaner and rotate it into position.
Reposition the 2 Phillips head screws.
Tighten screws securely.
When to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
When brush roll brushes are worn, it
should be replaced.
To check condition of brushes, move
edge of a card across bottom plate
while turning brush roll.
To maintain cleaning effectiveness,
replace brush roll if brushes do not
touch card.

Agitator brush roll

replacement

What to buy
When purchasing a new brush roll, ask
for HOOVER part No. 48414-081.
How to replace
Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
1. Remove bottom plate, belt and brush
roll following directions for Figs. 3-6 and
3-7.
2. Discard old brush roll.
3. Continue following the directions for
“Belt replacement” starting with Fig. 3-8
to reposition belt, new brush roll and
bottom plate.
Belt storage
An extra belt can be stored in the belt
storage area located inside the bag
compartment.
Open bag door and stretch belt onto
pegs as shown.
Replace bag door.
Lubrication
The motor is equipped with bearings
which contain sufficient lubrication for
the life of the motor. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage. Do not
add lubricant to motor bearings.
The agitator is equipped with two ball
bearings that should be lubricated peri-
odically by a Hoover Factory Service
Center or an Authorized Hoover
Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).