Self propel belt

When to replace

Check from time to time to be sure the belt is in good condition. If it is stretched, cut, or broken, it should be replaced.

Clearing obstructions

Remove large items from surfaces before vacuuming to prevent obstructions and to maintain cleaning effectivenes of your cleaner.

How to replace self propel belt

Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.

To replace the (small) self propel belt it is necessary to first remove the bottom plate, agitator and the larger agitator belt, as shown on the previous pages.

Note: It may not be necessary to change both belts at the same time.

 

MOTOR

Remove old self propel belt.

PULLEY

Place new belt on motor pulley

SELF

first, then on self propel pulley.

PROPEL

 

 

PULLEY-

 

 

 

PULLEY

Lettering on belt should be

BELT

visible and not against pulleys.

HOSE DOOR

DIRT DUCT

If an obstruction occurs during tool use, disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet

and disconnect hose from cleaner. Open hose door and carefully remove visible ob- struction. If no obstruction is found, check hose and tools. Remove any obstruction. To continue using tools, reattach hose to cleaner.

If an obstruction occurs during floor cleaning, discon- nect cleaner from electrical outlet and turn cleaner to expose underside. Remove bottom plate and agitator as shown in “The belts” section. Carefully remove any obstruc- tion from dirt duct.

Replace agitator belt, agitator

PULLEY

and bottom plate, following

instructions under “How to

 

replace agitator belt”.

 

If an obstruction cannot be found or removed, contact your Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot).

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Hoover R3 7-96 owner manual Self propel belt, Clearing obstructions, How to replace self propel belt, Hose Door