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Troubleshooting
9. Troubleshooting
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run
Cause: Not properly plugged into wall outlet.
Solution: Plug in firmly.
Cause: No electricity in wall outlet.
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.
Cause: On/off switch not turned on.
Solution: Push on/off switch to on.
Cause: Motor thermostat has tripped.
Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Leave for 1 hour before switching the cleaner back on.
Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won't pick up
Cause: Full or clogged dirt container.
Solution: Clean dirt container.
Cause: Wrong pile height setting.
Solution: Adjust carpet height adjuster.
Cause: Clogged nozzle.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.
Solution: Remove power head cover and remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged hose.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.
Cause: Hose not inserted fully.
Solution: Push hose in securely.
Cause: Dirty filters or debris screen.
Solution: Clean/change filters or debris screen.
PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up
Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.
Solution: Refer to page 6 and 7 for fitting information.
PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard
Cause: Wrong carpet height setting.
Solution: Adjust carpet height adjuster.
PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn
Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.
Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.
Solution: Check belt changing and brushbar cleaning.
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