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Lightbulb: Removal & Replacement/Clearing Blockages Troubleshooting
3. Secure the headlight lens by replacing the two
(2) screws (Fig.8/3).
9. Clearing Blockages
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving
parts, unplug before servicing.
1. Check to see if dirt container is full and
empty if needed.
2. Unwrap the hose from the caddy. Remove any
obstruction (Fig.9/1).
3. Remove the nozzle guard by removing the five (5)
screws. Look for any obstructions and remove.
remove brushbar if necessary (Fig.9/2).
Clearing Blockages from the
TurboTool™
1. Rotate the locking ring 180º and turn the TurboTool™
over (Fig.9/3).
2. Pivot lower housing and remove any blockage
(fig.9/4).
3. To re-assemble, ensure that the tabs are engaged
(Fig.9/5). Pivot the lower housing closed.
Fig.9/1
Fig.9/2
LOCKING RING
Fig.9/3
Fig.9/4
TABS
Fig.9/5
10. 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 one (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 brushbar 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 & 7 for fitting information.
PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard
Cause: Wrong brushbar height setting.
Solution: Adjust brushbar height adjuster.
PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn
Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.
Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.
Solution: Check belt changing and brushbar cleaning.
Fig.8/3
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