Hoover UH74205 User manual

IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.

This product is intended for household use only.

If used commercially the warranty is void.

POWER DRIVE

UPRIGHT VACUUM

USER MANUAL

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IT’S GUARANTEED.

Get cleaning condence for up to 5 years with the Hoover

®

limited warranty. See warranty for complete details.

Register your vacuum by:

Calling 1-800-944-9200Visiting Hoover.com or Hoover.ca

Make it ofcial.

Welcome to

Hoover

®

ownership.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ..........................................................................4

What’s in the Box? ............................................................................................ 5

Assembly..........................................................................................................6

User Controls ...................................................................................................7

Getting to Know Your Hoover

®

Power Drive

™

...................................................8

Using Your Hoover

®

Power Drive™ ................................................................... 9

Maintenance .....................................................................................................10

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................15

Service and Warranty .......................................................................................16

French ..............................................................................................................18

Spanish ............................................................................................................ 35

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DAMAGE OR INJURY:

• Fully assemble before operating.

• Operate vacuum only at voltage specied on data label on back of vacuum canister.

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or

servicing.

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close supervision is

necessary when used by or near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from product, and

do not allow children to place ngers or other objects into any openings.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only Hoover

®

recommended attachments and products.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,

damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or

corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and

anything that may reduce air ow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent the vacuum

from falling, always place vacuum at bottom of stairs on oor. Do not place vacuum on stairs or furniture,

as it may result in injury or damage.

• Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or ne wood shavings, or use in

areas where they may be present.

• Unplug before connecting Air-Powered Hand Tool or Motorized Hand Tool.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not use without Dirt Cup and Filters in place.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may

cause damage.

• Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.

• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.

• With brush roll on, do not allow vacuum to sit in one location for an extended period of time, as damage to

oor can result.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THE CHARGER HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (ONE BLADE IS

WIDER THAN THE OTHER). THIS PLUG WILL FIT IN A POLARIZED OUTLET ONLY ONE WAY. IF THE PLUG DOES NOT FULLY

FIT IN THE OUTLET, REVERSE THE PLUG. IF IT STILL DOES NOT FIT, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO INSTALL THE

PROPER OUTLET. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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CAUTION

Not to be used for grooming a pet.

***Tools vary by model number. Refer to Hoover.com or Hoover.ca for tools included in each model.

Deluxe Crevice Tool:

Rubberized tip that protects furniture when cleaning tight spaces.

XL Crevice Tool:

Extra-long, exible tip that reaches into hard-to-clean spaces.

Flexible Dusting Brush:

Dust hard-to-reach surfaces such as fan blades and blinds.

Pet Turbo Tool:

Designed to remove stubborn pet hair from furniture, stairs, upholstery and more.

Pet Upholstery Tool:

Designed to remove stubborn pet hair from couches, curtains and pillows.

Crevice Tool:

Great for cleaning in tight spaces

and hard-to-reach corners.

Dusting Brush:

Delicate bristles that gently clean

ne dust.

Turbo Tool:

Easily clean furniture, stairs,

upholstery and more.

Upholstery Tool:

Deep clean couches,

curtains and pillows.

Accessory Bag:

Use to store tools.

What’s in the Box?

Available Tools and Accessories***

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Assembly

Place tools onboard.

Insert hose into canister

until it clicks in place.

4

3

Insert wand into the spine until it

clicks in place.

Insert handle into wand until it

clicks in place.

1 2

Tip: Make sure all pieces click into place.

Tip: Wrap cord around hooks for convenient storage. Attach the plug end to the cord.

Tip: To unwrap cord quickly, rotate cord hook 180 degrees.

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User Controls

Brush Roll ON/OFF.*

ON: Carpets

OFF: Hard Floors

Power the unit ON/OFF.*

Suction Control Valve*

If unit is difcult to push, twist

open the Suction Control Valve on

the handle.

1 2 3

*See page 8 for location of features.

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Getting to Know Your Hoover

®

Power Drive

™

1.

Instant Cleaning Wand and Hose

2.

Multi-Cyclonic Technology

3.

Rinsable Filter

4.

Swivel Steering

5.

WindTunnel

®

Technology

6.

Suction Control Valve

7.

Power ON/OFF

8.

Multi-Floor Brush Roll ON/OFF

9.

XL Capacity Dirt Cup

10.

Sealed Allergen System

™

11.

HEPA Filter

12.

Advanced Action

™

Brush Roll

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Using Your Hoover

®

Power Drive

™

Make sure the vacuum

is in the upright

position.

1 Step on the nozzle

and pull the handle back.

2 Turn the vacuum ON.

Turn the vacuum ON.

1

4

Upright Mode Above Floor Mode

Press the wand or

handle release and

pull the wand or

handle out of the

vacuum.

2

TIP: For optimal cleaning, turn

the brush roll ON for carpets

and OFF to prevent the scatter

of debris on hard oors.

CAUTION

Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to

prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at the bottom of the stairs or on

the oor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.

When using tools, always ensure handle is in the upright position.

Attach the cleaning

accessory to the end

of the wand

or handle.

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Maintenance

Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

Hoover

®

Power Drive

™

vacuums should have regular maintenance checks to maintain optimal performance and suction.

Dirt Cup Release

Empty Dirt Cup

NOTICE: A Thermal Protector has been designed into your cleaner to protect it from overheating.

When the Thermal Protector activates, the cleaner will stop running. If this happens proceed as follows:

1. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug it from the electrical outlet.

2. Empty the dirt cup.

3. Inspect the nozzle inlet, hose connector, hose, dirt cup inlet, cyclonic lter, rinsable lter and HEPA lter for any obstructions. Clear

obstructions if present.

4. When cleaner is unplugged and motor cools off for 30 minutes, the Thermal Protector will deactivate and cleaning may continue.

If the Thermal Protector continues to activate after following the above steps, your cleaner needs servicing. Refer to the Warranty

section in the user manual for servicing information.

WARNING

Do not use vacuum without dirt cup and dry lters.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

Emptying the Dirt Cup

1. Remove the dirt cup by pressing the dirt cup release button.

2. Hold the dirt cup over your trash can and press the dirt cup trap door release to empty the dirt cup.

TIP: Empty the dirt cup after every use to maintain optimal

performance.

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Maintenance

Cleaning the Filter

Access the rinsable

lter under the

lter access door.

Let your lter dry for 24

hours before replacing

into vacuum.

Remove the dirt cup by pressing

the dirt cup release button.

Rinse under running water until

all dirt is out of the lter.

To remove, pull up on the

tab provided.

1

4

2

5

3

Rinsable Filter

TIP: DO NOT bend filter.

YES NO

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

TIP: Replace lters when heavily discolored.

Make sure the lter is ush with the bottom of the lter housing.

24H

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Maintenance

Cleaning the Filter

Pull the latch located on the

bottom of the exhaust cover to

access the HEPA Filter.

2

Tap the HEPA Filter on the side

of the trash can to remove

excess dirt.

3

HEPA Filter

Locate the HEPA Filter behind

the exhaust cover under the

dirt cup on the front of your

vacuum.

1

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

TIP: DO NOT RINSE THE HEPA FILTER. Replace lters when heavily discolored.

Do not use your vacuum without all of the lters in place.

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Maintenance

Cleaning & Maintaining the Brush Roll

To access the brush roll, unscrew

the nozzle guard from the nozzle.

Remove the brush roll by

pulling it up and out from the

vacuum belt.

2

Remove any hair or

blockages.

3

Replace brush roll and nozzle

guard. Secure with screws.

4

1

TIP: Rotate brush roll manually to ensure the belt is properly installed. Vacuum is equipped with an automatic brush roll shutoff in the event of overload or jam.

Check for obstructions in the brush roll area and remove any obstructions. When obstructions are cleared, resume cleaning as normal.

LUBRICATION:

The motor and brush roll

are equipped with bearings which contain

sufcient lubrication for their lifetime.

The addition of lubrication could cause

damage. Do not add lubricant to motor or

brush roll.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, unplug before servicing.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

Maintenance

Removing System Clogs

1 2 3 4

Dirt Cup InletHose ConnectorNozzle Inlet Cyclonic Separator

5 6 7 8

Rinsable Filter

WandHoseHEPA Filter

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Problem Possible Solution

My vacuum will not turn ON 1. Always be sure to plug it in rmly.

2. The Thermal Protector may have been activated - unplug your vacuum and let cool for 30 minutes. If this does not work, there may be no voltage in the

wall plug.

3. Check the fuse or breaker in your home. If there is a blown fuse or tripped breaker, replace the fuse in your home or reset the breaker.

My vacuum is hard to push 1. Open the Suction Control Valve near the handle by twisting the valve clockwise.

My vacuum is losing suction

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

1. Be sure to empty the dirt cup if it is full.

2. You may have a clogged lter. Refer to the Maintenance in the user manual for directions on removing clogs.

3. Your lter may be dirty. Your lter should be rinsed every 4-6 uses. Refer to the Maintenance section for directions on how to

clean your lters.

4. If problem persists, you may have a clog in the system. Refer to the Maintenance section on how to remove a clog in your system.

My brush roll is not spinning

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, unplug before cleaning or servicing.

1. Unplug and remove any hair or other blockages around the brush roll.

2. Clean lters. Refer to the Maintenance section for directions on how to clean lters.

3. Check for clogs in the system. Refer to the Maintenance section for directions on how to remove clogs.

4. Resume normal operation.

Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

For more troubleshooting or FAQ’s please visit Hoover.com or Hoover.ca

Troubleshooting

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SERVICE & WARRANTY FOR HOOVER

®

POWER DRIVE

™

PRODUCT

SERVICE INFORMATION

REPRESENTATIVE Call 1-800-944-9200 USA & Canada

In the event that further assistance is required, visit and authorized service center. Find one nearest you by visiting our

website at www.Hoover.com or Hoover.ca. Costs of any transportation to and from any place of repair are to be paid

by the owner. Always identify your product by the model number and manufacturing code when requesting information

or ordering replacement parts. (the model number and manufacturing code for the vacuum appears on the back of the

spine.)

LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY (DOMESTIC USE)

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS

When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner’s Manual, your HOOVER

®

product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for a full ve years from the date of original

purchase from an authorized dealer of Hoover

®

products (the “Warranty Period”). During the Warranty Period, Hoover

will provide labor and parts, at no cost to you, to correct any such defect in products purchased in the United States,

U.S. Military Exchanges and Canada. Royal Appliance Mfg. Co. d/b/a TTI Floor Care North America (“Hoover”) provides

this ve year limited warranty on the terms and conditions contained in this warranty statement for the duration of the

Warranty Period.

HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM

If this product is not as warranted, take or send the product to either a Hoover

®

Sales and Service Center or Hoover

®

Authorized Warranty Service Dealer along with original proof of purchase from an authorized dealer of Hoover

®

products. For an automated referral to authorized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone: 1-800-944-9200 OR visit Hoover

®

online at www.Hoover.com or Hoover.ca. For additional assistance or information concerning this Warranty or the

availability of warranty service outlets, phone the Hoover

®

Consumer Response Center, Phone 1-800-944-9200, Mon-Fri

8am-7pm EST. In Canada, contact Hoover

®

Canada, Carson Building, 100 Carson St., Etobicoke, Ontario M8W 3R9, Phone:

1-800-944-9200, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER

This Warranty does not cover: use of the product in a commercial operation (such as maid, janitorial and equipment

rental services), lter, brush roll, belt, improper maintenance of the product, damage due to misuse, acts of God,

nature, vandalism or other acts beyond the control of Hoover

®

, owner’s acts or omissions, use outside the country in

which the product was initially purchased and resales or transfers of the product by the original owner. This warranty

does not cover pick up, delivery, transportation or house calls. However, if you mail your product to a Hoover

®

Sales

and Service Center for warranty service, cost of shipping will be paid one way.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside the United States, including its territories and possessions,

outside a U.S. Military Exchange and outside of Canada. This warranty does not cover products purchased from a party

that is not an authorized dealer of Hoover

®

products, nor does it cover any product that is not accompanied by the

original proof of purchase from an authorized dealer of such products.

OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS

This Warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned; therefore, it is only valid for the original purchaser from an

authorized dealer of Hoover

®

products. This Warranty shall be governed and construed under the laws of the state of

North Carolina. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement or repair performed under this Warranty.

Hoover may, in its sole discretion, repair the product using new or refurbished parts; replace the product presented

for repair with a refurbished product of the same or substantially similar type; or provide a refund. THIS WARRANTY IS

THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED BY HOOVER

®

. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING

WARRANTlES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. HOOVER’S LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES

TO YOU FOR ANY COSTS WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF THIS STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT

PAID FOR THIS PRODUCT AT THE TIME OF ORIGINAL PURPOSE (AS DEMONSTRATED BY THE ORIGINAL PROOF OF PURCHASE), AND

HOOVER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE, OR INABIL

-

ITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages;

disclaimers of implied warranties; or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions,

disclaimers and/or limitations may not apply to you.

Service & Warranty

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NOTES:

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Ce produit est destiné à un usage domestique seulement.

La garantie est nulle si l’appareil est utilisé à des ns commerciales.

POWER DRIVE

ASPIRATEUR VERTICAL

GUIDE D’UTILISATION

IMPORTANT : LISEZ ATTENTIVEMENT LE PRÉSENT

GUIDE D’UTILISATIONAVANT D’ASSEMBLER ET D’UTILISER L’APPAREIL.

MD

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C’EST GARANTI.

Nettoyez en toute conance pendant jusqu’à 5ans grâce à la garantie limitée de Hoover

MD

.

Consultez la garantie pour obtenir tous les détails.

Pour enregistrer votre aspirateur :

Appelez au 1-800-944-9200Visitez le site Hoover.com ou Hoover.ca

Devenez ofciellement propriétaire.

Bienvenue

chez Hoover

MD

.

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Table des matières

Consignes de sécurité importantes

.....................................................................21

Contenu de la boîte ..........................................................................................22

Assemblage ......................................................................................................23

Commandes de l’utilisateur ..............................................................................24

Apprivoiser votre Power Drive

MC

de Hoover ..................................................... 25

Utiliser votre Power Drive

MC

de Hoover .............................................................26

Entretien ..........................................................................................................27

Dépannage .......................................................................................................32

Renseignements sur la garantie

.......................................................................... 33

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