Eureka WhirlWind Rewind 4242A 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 power switch to off and unplug the vacuum. Check the vacuum for a possible source of overheating such as a full dust cup, 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 or call 1-800-282-2886. 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 or check circuit breaker. Power switch Thermal cut-off • Step on power switch to turn vacuum on. • See above. Vacuum does not clean carpet or bare floor. Dust cup and filter • Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filter. • Clean or replace filters regularly to maintain suction. Page 2 • 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 filter and screen. Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure filter, screen and dust cup are installed properly. Belt Hose Bare floor setting Carpet height setting • Replace a worn, cut or out of shape belt. Page 4 • Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose is replaced into hose retainer. Page 5 • For bare floor cleaning, turn height adjustment knob to bare floor position. • Turn height adjustment knob to another position. No suction at the end of hose. Dust cup and filter Hose Turbo nozzle will not turn. Rotating brush Vacuum is hard to push. Burning smell; brush roll will not turn. Vacuum height setting Belt Belt Cord will not rewind fully. Cord tangles • Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filter. • Clean or replace filters regularly to maintain suction. Page 2 • 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 filter and screen. Refer to page 2 for filter maintenance. Make sure filter, screen and dust cup are installed properly. • Remove clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Make sure hose is replaced into hose retainer. Page 5 • Check turbo nozzle for debris. • Adjust knob to a higher position. • 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 • Pull cord out and rewind. Page 3 6 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 www.eureka.com