Hoover FH40010B Manual - Page 12

brushes: How to Change and Clean The brush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning. 4.6 A ! CAUTION ! To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, unplug cleaner before servicing. How to Remove Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside. 4.6 Pull the two nozzle release buttons (A) out. Remove nozzle. Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on floor. 4.7 Push two brush release buttons (B) and remove the brush assembly. The brushes can be washed with a mild detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based detergent. How to Replace 4.8 To replace brushes, align post (C) on brush block with hole (D) on bottom of cleaner. Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole. Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place. 4.9 Return cleaner to upright position. Replace nozzle, making sure latches (E) are out. Align middle section (F) of nozzle with opening (G) on cleaner. 4.10 While holding nozzle in place, slide latches inward to lock in place. Replace tanks. 4.8 D C 4.10 4.7 B A 4.9 FG E E StorAGE Before storing cleaner: Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. • Empty and rinse solution and Dirty Water Tanks. Allow to air dry. • Press on upper handle release button to lower handle for storage. • Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee. • Do not store cleaner on a wood surface unless cleaner is completely dry. Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor bearings. 12