CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
CLEARING CLOG IN DIRT TUBE
1.
Remove the dust bag (refer to page 4).
2. Remove the outer bag flange from the base of the
vacuum. Use a tool or hanger to push any debris
completely through the dirt tube to remove clog.
If the tube is not clogged, check the bottom of the
vacuum and the brush roll.
3. Turn cleaner upside down. Clip strings with scissors.
NOTE: If necessary, release the cam locks and
remove the bottom metal plate. Clear debris
around the brush roll. (See Figure 15)
Figure 15
Brush
Roll
OPERATING ISSUE
Motor will not start.
Little or no suction.
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MAINTENANCE CONTINUED
Cam Locks
Bottom
Metal Plate
TROUBLESHOOTING
Turn power switch on.
Push plug securely into outlet.
Try another outlet.
A clog may be in the bottom of the vacuum or in the
dirt tube.
• Remove bottom metal plate and check for clogs in
base or brush roll.
• Unzip cloth bag, remove dust bag and check for
clogs in the dirt tube.
Belt may be broken. Replace belt.
CLEARING CLOG IN FAN CHAMBER
1.
If a clog is not around the brush roll, there may be a
clog in the clear fan chamber.
• If you see a clog, release two cam locks and
remove bottom plate. (See Figure 15)
• Remove the two screws to release the clear fan
cover.
NOTE: Use a hanger to help release the clog
around the fan, but do not remove the fan.
(See Figure 16)
Figure 16
Fan
Screw
RECOMMENDATIONS
Screw
Fan
Chamber
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