Hoover S3083-030 - Manual (Page 18)

USER CHECK LIST
This appliance was inspected thoroughly and was in good operating
condition when it was shipped from the factory. If a minor problem
develops, it usually can be remedied quite easily when the cause is
identified. Accordingly, this check list is provided for your convenience.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
A. CLEANER 1.
Not firmly plugged in. 1. Plug unit in firmly.
WON’T RUN
2. No voltage in wall plug. 2. Check fuse or breaker.
3.
Blown fuse/tripped breaker. 3.
Replace fuse/reset breaker.
B. CLEANER
SUCTION
LOW
1. Bag full.
2. Hose(s) or cleaning tool
clogged.
3. Secondary filter clogged.
4. Bag not opening.
5. Suction regulator control
improperly set.
6. Hose not connected to
cleaner properly.
1. Change throw-away bag.
2. Remove foreign object.
3. Clean filter.
4. Open bag by pulling pleats.
5. Check to be sure suction
regulator is set properly.
6. Insure hose connected
properly.
C. AGITATOR
1. Hose power cord not firmly 1. Plug firmly into receptacle
WON’T RUN
plugged in. on Cleaner base and under-
neath handle.
2. Broken or worn belt. 2. Replace belt.
NOZZLE
1. Low cleaner suction. 1. See Item B.
WON’T PICK 2. Nozzle clogged. 2. Remove foreign object.
UP 3. Agitator not running. 3. See Item C.
4. Agitator brushes worn. 4. Replace brushes.
If the problem persists, check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under
“Vacuum Cleaners Household” for your nearest Hoover Factory Service
Center or Authorized Warranty Service Dealer where approved service and
genuine HOOVER replacement parts may be obtained. The warranty provided
with this product has a listing of the Hoover Factory Service Centers. If you
are unable to obtain the information you need from the Yellow Pages, contact
a Hoover Factory Service Center to find your nearest Authorized Warranty
Service Dealer. For service under warranty, follow the instructions in the
Warranty provided with this product.
Always identify your cleaner by model number when requesting information
or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bottom of
the cleaner.)
If further assistance is needed, contact the Hoover Company Consumer
Affairs Department, North Canton, Ohio
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