Hoover U5265-900 Manual - Page 9

Headlight replacement What to buy This cleaner uses a 12 volt, wedge base type 912 bulb, HOOVER part No. 27313107. 3-13 3-14 3-15 L Remove lens - Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Using a screwdriver, remove the two screws as shown and lift off lens. Install bulb - Pull old bulb straight out of socket. Push new bulb straight into socket until locked in place. Do not twist bulb. Excessive force is not required. Replace lens - Reposition lens (L) and secure with the two screws. Belt replacement The belt on your Hoover cleaner causes the agitator to rotate and is important for the effective operation of the cleaner. The belt is located under the hood of the cleaner and should be checked from time to time to be sure it is in good condition. When to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. To check belt, remove hood and agitator cover as shown in Figs. 3-16 through 319. Replace belt if it is stretched, cut or broken. What to buy To assure effective operation, use only genuine HOOVER belts with your cleaner. When purchasing a new belt, ask for HOOVER part No. 38528040 (belt package part no. 40201190). 3-16 How to replace Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. With the handle in the upright position, tilt cleaner back until it rests on floor. Remove the 2 screws near the front of the brush roll cavity. 3-17 A Press on handle release pedal (A) and lower the nozzle so it is flat. Remove hose end (Fig. 2-13). Remove 2 screws at rear of hood. 3-18 3-19 3-20 Lift hood off cleaner. B Remove the 2 screws behind the agitator cover. Remove agitator cover (B). Remove agitator and used belt. Discard used belt. Continued § 9