User Instructions

P5

P7

P1

P3

P6

P8

P2

P4

P13

P15

P9

P11

P14

P16

P10

P12

P17

P19

P21

P18

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IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS:

This cleaner should only be used for domestic cleaning, as described in this User

Guide. Please ensure that this guide is fully understood before operating the appliance.

Warning: Electricity can be extremely dangerous. This appliance is double insulated and must not be earthed.

This plug is fitted with a 13 amp fuse (UK Only).

Important: The wires in the mains power lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue - Neutral Brown - Live

Static electricity: Some carpets can cause a small build up of static electricity. Any static electricity discharge is not hazardous to health.

Remember: After use, switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always switch off and remove the plug before cleaning the appliance or attempting any maintenance.

Safety with children, elderly or the infirm: Do not let children play with the appliance or its controls. Please supervise the use of the appliance by older children, the elderly or the infirm.

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU DO NOT:

• Position the cleaner above you when cleaning the stairs.

• Use the cleaner out of doors on wet surfaces or for wet pickup.

• Pick up matches, hot ash, cigarette ends, hard or sharp objects or anything that may damage the cleaner.

• Spray with or pick up flammable liquids, cleaning fluids, aerosols or their vapours as this may cause risk of fire/explosion.

• Run over the supply cord whilst using the cleaner or remove the plug by pulling on the cord.

• Stand on or wrap the power cord around arms or legs when using the cleaner.

• Continue to use your cleaner if it appears to be faulty. If the supply cord is damaged, stop using the cleaner IMMEDIATELY. To avoid a hazard, an authorised

Hoover service engineer must replace the supply cord.

• Remove the dust bag before removing the hose from the cleaner.

• Use the appliance to clean people or animals.

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ASSEMBLING YOUR CLEANER:

Remove the cleaner and accessories from their packaging. Please dispose of the packaging material in a safe and conscientious way.

Insert the hose end into the cleaner, ensuring it clips and locks into position.

To release: simply press the two buttons on the hose end and pull (P1).

Fit the hose/handle and floor nozzle onto opposite ends of the telescopic tube (P2 &

P3). The accessory tools can be stored on the tool holder clipped to the telescopic tube (P3).

USING YOUR CLEANER:

Power Supply Pull cord and plug into power supply (P4). Please make sure the cord is fully extended before using the cleaner. Press the on/off pedal once to start the cleaner (P5). Press it again to stop the cleaner before removing the plug after use. Press the cord rewind button to wind the power cord back into the cleaner (P6).

Fixed power control (depending on model) Adjust the suction by moving the handle valve: suction will decrease when opening the valve (P7). Use low suction for delicate fabrics.

Variable power control (depending on model) Slide the variable power adjuster to increase or decrease the suction (P8). Use low suction for delicate fabrics.

Telescopic Tube – The telescopic tube can be extended or collapsed by pressing the latches forward and pulling or pushing the tubes to the desired length (P9).

Carpet & Floor Nozzle Press the pedal on the nozzle to lower the brush head when cleaning hard floors (P10). Press the pedal again to lift the brush head when cleaning carpets.

Mini Turbo Nozzle (depending on model) Use the mini turbo nozzle (P11) for deep cleaning on textile surfaces. Important: do not use the Mini Turbo Nozzle on rugs with long fringes, animal hide and with carpet piles deeper than 15mm. Do not keep the nozzle stationary while the brush is rotating.

Multifunction Tool (P12) This tool can be used as:

1. Crevice tool: for corners and hard to reach areas

2. Dusting brush: for bookshelves, frames, keyboards etc.

Furniture Nozzle (depending on model) For soft furnishings and fabrics (P12).

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Parking and storage - The telescopic tube can be parked for temporary storage during cleaning or in the storage position when not in use (P13 & P14).

CLEANER MAINTENANCE:

Replacing the dust bag (depending on model) - If the bag check indicator is illuminated (P15) please check and, if necessary, replace the dust bag.

1. Remove the hose from the cleaner (P1).

2. Press buttons on handle (P16) and remove the bag door (P17).

3. Pull the bag collar to remove the dust bag (P18) and carefully dispose of the bag into a bin.

4. Fit a new bag into the cleaner by inserting the bag collar into the bag holder.

Important: The hose must be removed before removing or replacing the dust bag.

Remember: The bag check indicator will also illuminate if an obstruction has occurred.

In this case refer to the section "Removing a blockage from the system".

Emptying the permanent dust bag (depending on model) - If the bag check indicator is illuminated (P15) please check and if necessary, empty the permanent dust bag.

1. Remove the hose from the cleaner (P1).

2. Press buttons on handle (P16) and remove the bag door (P17).

3. Pull the bag collar to remove the dust bag (P18) from the cleaner.

4. Remove the plastic guide at the end of the bag allowing dirt collected to fall into the bin (P19).

5. Return the guide back into the original position.

6. Replace the permanent dust bag by inserting the bag collar into the bag holder.

7. Check the filters for excessive build up of dust and if necessary clean the washable filter (see 'Cleaning the washable filters’).

Removing the pre-motor and exhaust filters

To remove the pre-motor filter (HEPA or Purefilt, depending on model):

1. Open the bag door and remove the dust bag from the cleaner (see 'Replacing the dust bag’).

2. Press the latch at the top of the pre-motor filter frame to unlock it from the cleaner.

Tilt then remove the filter from the cleaner (P20).

To remove the Purefilt exhaust filter:

1. Unlatch and remove exhaust filter cover (P21)

2. Remove the washable exhaust filter.

Cleaning the permanent dust bag (depending on model) - To maintain optimum performance we recommend that you wash the permanent bag under handwarm water after every 5 full bags. Remove excess water with a dry cloth and leave to dry fully before replacing.

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Cleaning the washable filters - To maintain optimum performance please tap and, if necessary, wash the pre-motor and exhaust filters after each bag change using handwarm water. Remove excess water with a dry cloth and leave to dry fully before replacing.

Important: Do not use hot water or detergents to wash the filters or permanent dust bag. In the unlikely event of the filters or dust bag becoming damaged, fit a genuine

Hoover replacement. Do not try and use the product without the bag or filters fitted.

Removing a blockage from the system – If the bag check indicator is illuminated:

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Check if the bag is full. If so refer to ‘Replacing the dust bag’.

If the bag is not full but the indicator is illuminated:

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Do the filters need cleaning? If so refer to ‘Cleaning the Washable filters’.

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Check if there is any other blockage in the system – Use a rod or pole to remove any blockage from the extension tube or flexible hose.

Warning –The bag check indicator will remain illuminated if the cleaner is used when the bag is full, if there is a blockage or if the filters are dirty. If used for a period of over ten minutes with the bag check indicator illuminated, an electronic cut out will switch the cleaner off to prevent any risk of overheating. If this should happen, switch the cleaner off, unplug and correct the fault (see ‘ Removing a Blockage From the

System’). The cut out will automatically reset upon switching the cleaner back on.

USER CHECKLIST:

Should you have a problem with the product, complete this simple user checklist before calling your local Hoove

• Is there a working electricity supply to the cleaner? Please check with another electrical appliance.

• Is the dust bag over-filled? Please refer to 'Cleaner Maintenance'.

• Is the filter blocked? Please refer to 'Cleaner Maintenance'.

• Is the hose or nozzle blocked? Please refer to 'Removing a Blockage from the

System'.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Genuine Hoover Spares and Consumables Always replace parts with Genuine

Hoover Accessories and Consumables. These are available from your local Hoover

Dealer or you can buy original Hoover consumable spares online at www.HOOVER.CO.UK or call 01204 556111:

Hepa Bags pack: H63- pack number 35600536

Paper Bags pack: H64 -pack number 35600637

Permanent Bag: H58C- pack number 09200257

Pre-Motor hepa filter: S85 – pack number 35600566

C&F Nozzle: G85- pack number 35600545

Caresse Nozzle: G81-pack number 35600391

Mini-Turbo Nozzle: J26- pack number 35600543

Purefilt Exhaust Filter: T87 - pack number 35600541

Flexible Hose: D95 - pack number 35600544

Purefilt Pre-Motor Filter: S84 – pack number 3560540

Should you require service at any time, please call your local Hoover Service office.

The Environment

This appliance is marked according to the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste

Electrical Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.

For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or shop where you purchased the product.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it was sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom it was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee. Subject to change without notice.

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