iMPORTaNT iNfORMaTiON
This cleaner should only be used for normal domestic cleaning, as described in this user guide. Please ensure that this guide is fully
understood before operating the appliance. Use only attachments recommended or supplied by Hoover.
Electrical Requirements
This Hoover appliance is supplied with a double insulated battery charger which is only suitable for insertion in a 230V (UK
240V) socket outlet. Ensure that the charger rating label matches your voltage supply.
SafETy REMiNDERS
• DO NOT let children play with the cleaner or its controls.
• DO NOT use your cleaner outdoors, on wet surfaces or for wet pickup.
• DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects, matches, hot ashes, cigarette ends or other similar items.
• DO NOT spray with, or pick up flammable liquids such as cleaning fluids, petrol, etc, or their vapours, as they may cause
an explosion or fire.
• DO NOT replace the NiMh batteries with non rechargable batteries.
• DO NOT place the cleaner near a heat source.(e.g. oven, heating appliance or radiator)
• DO NOT expose the batteries to a room temperature above 40°C.
• DO frequently clean the dust cup and filter assembly.
• DO plug in the charger after use to recharge the batteries. Occasionally fully discharge the batteries to obtain the
maximum battery life. Do not use any other charger with this cleaner.
• DO NOT unplug the charger by pulling on the cable.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
The cleaner has been designed for normal domestic use only. If any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.
HOOVER SERVICE: To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance we recommend that any servicing or
repairs are only carried out by an authorised Hoover service engineer.
PRODUCT COMPONENTS
A.
Ergonomic Handle
B.
On/Off Switch
B1.
OFF Position
B2.
FLOOR Position
B3.
CARPET Position
C.
Turbo Button
D.
Carry Handle
E.
LED Display*
E1.
LED Charging Indicator*
F.
Dust Container
F1.
Pre motor filter
F2.
Shroud
F3
Dust Bin
F4
Dust Container Release Button
* Certain Models Only
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G.
Exhaust Grill
H.
Main Body
I.
Nozzle Release Button
J.
Rear Wheels
K.
Nozzle
K1.
Removable Agitator Cover
K2.
Front Wheels
K3.
Agitator
K4.
Flexible Hose
L.
Locking Screw
M.
Charger
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