Remove the accessories from the main packaging You should find the following: Removable Handle Explorer Lance Dusting Brush Pet Hair Remover Turbo Brush Allergen Remover Turbo Brush *Allergy Defender Granules* * Certain Models only

Connect the stretch hose to the handle by plugging the hose cuff into the back of the handle until it clicks in place.

Connect the explorer lance to the handle.

Fit the explorer lance and handle onto the main body of the cleaner. Ensuring the end of the lance slides over the lance guide posts.

Fit the foot hose into the hood.

Fit the pet hair remover turbo brush into the dust bin below the carry handle.

Assemble the dusting brush onto the rear of the handle.

If cleaning tools were in use check the cleaning tool and the removable handle.

Check the hose by removing it from the cleaner, stretching it to full length.

Turn the cleaner over and rotate the brushes until they are free to rotate.

Check for a blockage in the hose socket. Use a flexible rod to remove any obstruction.

Open the pet hair or allergen remover turbo brush at each side, lift cover and remove the blockage.

The thermal cut out will operate if the motor is too hot. This will reset after approximatly 30 minutes. Check filters and empty box prior to restarting.

See clearing a blockage.

Check filter in top of canister and clean if necessary.

Remove the carpet care control knob. Turn the cleaner over and remove 5 retaining screws attaching the brush guard to the base.

Turn the cleaner over and remove the hood.

Remove brush assembly and check for wear on the belt. Loop the new belt around the motor and brush assembly.

Hold the brush assembly and stretch the belt until the brush can be slotted back into the cleaner housing.

Rotate the brush to ensure movement of the belt.

Refit the hood ensuring the lugs along the front are located in the slots on the front edge of the baseplate. Secure the hood with 5 retaining screws. Refit the carpet care control knob.

Genuine HOOVER Spares Tel. 01204 556 111 www.hooverspares.com Always replace parts with genuine Hoover spares. When ordering parts always quote your model number.

To switch the cleaner on or off press the On/Off button on the side of the cleaner.

The cleaner can be adjusted to 3 different positions. Upright - For storage and when using tools. Position 1 - For general cleaning on carpets and flooring. Position 2 - For reaching under furniture and some maintenance tasks. Unlock the cleaner by pressing down on the pedal with your foot. Press the pedal a second time and lower the cleaner to the floor.

The carpet care control selector raises and lowers the height of the nozzle. Ensure that the cleaner is in an upright (parked) position. Slide the knob to position best suited to depth of carpet pile. Try various settings until you get the best results for your carpet. NOTE: Using this cleaner for loop carpets or carpets with pile greater than 30mm is not recommended. Please consult the floorcare/carpet manufacturer’s recommended cleaning instruction before vacuuming.

The following accessories are available with the product: Explorer lance Dusting Brush Pet Hair Remover Turbo Brush Allergen Remover Turbo Brush* (certain models only) All accessories can fit directly onto the handle of the product or onto the explorer lance tool. Combine accessories depending on use.

Press the lance release button and pull the explorer lance together with the handle from the main body of the cleaner. It will immediately be ready for over head cleaning and hard to reach areas e.g. behind radiators etc.

If desired, it is possible to use the handle without the lance.

The following accessories are available with the product: Explorer lance Dusting Brush Pet Hair Remover Turbo Brush Allergen Remover Turbo Brush* (certain models only)All accessories can fit directly onto the handle of the product or onto the explorer lance tool. Combine accessories depending on use.

It is dangerous to place the cleaner above you when cleaning stairs. Place the cleaner against the bottom step facing the stairs. ALWAYS work with the cleaner below you.

For more efficient storage remove the handle from the main body of the cleaner by pressing the lance release button. Remove the lance from the handle and return to its original position on the cleaner. Park the handle on the side of the cleaner.

Turn the cleaner off and remove the plug. Wind the power cord around the cord storage hooks. When the handle is in the handle park position wind the power cord around the lower cord storage hook and the carry handle.

1. Press the bin release buttons and remove the dustbin from the cleaner. 2. Hold the container using the carry handle over the bin and press the bin empty button.The dust container door will automatically open. 3. Once emptied, gently tap or shake the container to release any excess dust.

When emptying any vacuum cleaner it is difficult to avoid exposure to dust. To minimize this risk, please follow these instructions: 1. Wrap the lower bin in a plastic bag and close the bag tighty around the dust container. 2. Press the bin empty button to empty the dust into the plastic bag. Close the bag quickly and dispose of it immediately.

1. Place the bin on a flat surface and release the clips from either side of the dust container. 2. Lift the bin upper section containing the separation unit from the lower section. 3. Use a cloth or the dusting brush to remove excessive dust from the separation unit’s surface. 4. Reassemble the bin upper section. Push clips back to fully close the bin then refit the dustbin to the cleaner.