Hoover U5185 Manual - Page 11

Clearing blockages Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Low suction or pick up may be due to a blockage in the system. Refer to the following steps to check for blockages continuing with each step until the blockage is found: 1. Check fullness of dirt cup; empty if needed. 4-1 A B 4-3 C Checking under hood 8. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug. 9. Remove hood, belt and agitator (Figs. 3-13 through 3-15). Look into opening (C) for blockages and remove. 10. Replace belt, agitator and hood. Checking airflow path 2. Plug cleaner in and turn ON. Check for suction at end of hose (A). If there is suction, continue with step 3. 3. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug. Check connection at hose tube (B); remove any blockage. 4-2 C Checking airflow path through hose inlet tube on back of cleaner 4. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug. 5. If blockage can be seen in tube (C), remove 5 screws using a Phillips screwdriver. 6. Pull tube from cleaner, remove blockage. 7. Reposition tube on back of cleaner, replace 5 screws. 11 11