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8. General maintenance
! | WARNING: to reduce risk of injury from moving |
parts - unplug before servicing. |
Debris removal/hose
Fig.8/1
Debris removal/nozzle guard
Fig.8/2
•Check to see if dirt container is full; empty if needed.
•Plug cleaner in and check to see if there is any suction at end of hose. If there is no suction at the end of hose, follow these steps:
1.Unwrap hose from caddy. Twist and unlock to remove clogs. Clean out hose with a broom handle. Check access door on back of cleaner (near hose end). Remove the seven (7) screws and check for obstruction (Fig.8/1).
2.Remove dirt container (Pg. 6) and check dirt container inlet located on cleaner (Fig.8/1).
3.Remove nozzle guard (see Fig.8/2) by removing the three (3) screws. Remove obstructions (Refer to Page 8 for belt and brushbar removal and replacement).
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 tripped.
Solution: Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Leave for one (1) hour. See page 3.
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: Clogged nozzle.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.
Solution: Remove suction channel cover and remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged hose.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Hose not inserted fully.
Solution: Push hose in securely.
Cause: Dirty filters or filter container.
Solution: Clean/change filters or filter container.
PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up
Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.
Solution: Refer to page 5 for fitting information.
PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn
Cause: Brushbar blocked.
Solution: Remove blockages.
PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with attachment use
Cause: Attachment use restricts air flow.
Solution: Check attachment.
Cause: New carpet debris clogging air path.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
