Electrolux 2996AVZ Owners Guide - Page 8

Thermal Cut-Off This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum suddenly shuts off, push the on/off switch to off (O) and unplug the vacuum. Check the vacuum for a possible source of overheating such as a blocked hose or clogged filter. If these conditions are found, fix them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in and turn on the switch. If the vacuum still does not work, take it to a Eureka Authorized Service Center for repair. Problem Solving ! Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged. Problem Cause Solution Motor will not start. Power plug • Push plug securely into outlet. • Try another outlet. • Check circuit breaker. Vacuum does not clean carpet or bare floor. On / Off switch Thermal cut-off Dust cup and filters Belt • Turn On / Off switch to on ( I ). • See above. • Empty dust cup and/or change filters. • If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are installed properly. • Replace a worn, cut or out-of-shape belt. Page 4 Hose • Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose is replaced into hose retainer. Page 5 No suction at the end of hose. Bare floor setting Carpet height setting Dust cup and filters • For bare floor cleaning, turn height adjustment knob to bare floor position. Refer to Quick Start Guide. • For carpet cleaning, turn height adjustment knob to another position. Refer to Quick Start Guide. • Empty the dust cup and/or change the filters • If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are installed properly. Filter screen Hose • (Located above the dust cup). Check & clean debris to maintain full air flow. Page 2 • Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose is replaced into hose retainer. Page 5 Vacuum is hard to push. Brush roll will not turn. Vacuum height setting Belt Belt • Adjust knob to a higher position. Refer to Quick Start Guide. • Replace a worn, cut or out-of-shape belt. Page 4 • Check brush roll for debris. Page 4 • Replace broken or out-of-shape belt. Page 4 6 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 www.eureka.com