OP60ALG 011 - Vacuum Cleaner HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL OP60ALG 011 HOOVER

*Certain Models Only ** May vary according to the model PRINTED IN P.R.C. 48024170/02 X1* X2* X3*

*Certain Models Only **May vary according to the model *Certain Models Only **May vary according to the model

This appliance should only be used for domestic cleaning, as described in this user guide. Please ensure that this guide is fully understood before operating the appliance. Do not leave the appliance plugged in. Always switch off and remove the plug from the socket after use, or before cleaning the appliance or any maintenance task. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. If the power cord is damaged stop using the appliance immediately. To avoid a safety hazard, an authorised HOOVER service engineer must replace the power cord. Keep hands, feet, loose clothing and hair away from rotating brushes. Use only attachments, consumables or spares recommended or supplied by HOOVER. Static electricity: some carpets can cause a small build up of static electricity. Any static discharge is not hazardous to health. Do not use your appliance out of doors or on any wet surface or for wet pick up. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects, matches, hot ashes, cigarette ends or other similar items. Do not spray with or pick up ammable liquids, cleaning uids, aerosols or their vapours. Do not run over the power cord when using your appliance or remove the plug by pulling on the power cord. Do not continue to use your appliance if it appears faulty. HOOVER service: To ensure the continued safe and efcient operation of this appliance we recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised HOOVER service engineer. Do not stand on or wrap the cord around arms or legs when using your appliance. Do not use the appliance to clean animals or people. Do not position the appliance above you when cleaning the stairs. The Environment The symbol on this appliance indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it must be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this appliance, please contact your local city ofce, your household and waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the appliance. This appliance complies with the European Directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/ EU and 2011/65/EU. CANDY HOOVER GROUP S.r.l. Via Privata Eden Fumagalli, 20861 Brugherio (MB) Italy GB2 *Certain Models Only ** May vary according to the model

Remove all components from the packaging.

1. Connect the hose to the cleaner main body, ensuring it locks into position. [1]

To release the hose: rotate the connector counterclockwise and pull it.

2. Connect the hose handle** to the end of the xed tube upper end and store the

accessories on the tube. [2A,3B]

3. Connect the tube lower end to carpet and oor nozzle**.

1. Extract power cord and plug it into the power supply. Do not pull the cord beyond

2. Adjust the telescopic tube to the desired height by moving the telescopic tube adjuster

and raise or lower the tube to the most comfortable cleaning position. [5]

3. After connecting the telescopic tube lower end to Carpet and Floor Nozzle** or

accessories if required, press the oor type selector pedal* on the nozzle to select the ideal cleaning mode for the oor type. Hard Floor – Brushes are lowered to protect the oor. Carpet – Brushes are raised for deeper cleaning. Carpet & Floor Nozzle**: [4] - HardoorCleaning:Press the pedal on the nozzle on Hard Floor mode and adjust the slider on the nozzle on ALL FLOORS. In this position brushes, wheels and wiper blade are lowered to protect hard oors. [4a] - Standard Carpet & Rugs Cleaning: Press the pedal on the nozzle on Carpet mode and adjust the slider on the nozzle on ALL FLOORS. In this position brushes and wiper blade are raised while wheels are lowered to allow a perfect ease of movement on such surfaces. [4b] - Deep Carpet Cleaning: Press the pedal on the nozzle on Carpet mode and adjust the slider on the nozzle on DEEP CARPET CLEANING. In this position brushes, wheels and wiper blade are raised for a deeper cleaning of your carpet. [4c]

WARNING: It is recommended to avoid potential scratching of wooden oors that the

pedal is not set on hard oor mode and the slider on deep carpet cleaning.

4. Switch the cleaner on by pressing the on/off Pedal on the cleaner main body. [7]

5. Adjust the power level by pressing the variable power control button** or by pushing

the variable power control slider**. [8,9]

6. Adjust the suction regulator* to the desired level. [10]

7. Switch off at the end of use by pressing the on/off Pedal. Unplug and extract power

cord again to wind the power cord back into the cleaner.

8. Parking and Storage - The tube can be parked for temporary storage while in use, or

in the storage position when not in use. [11] ACCESSORIES To obtain the best performance and efciency it is recommended that the correct nozzles are used for the main cleaning operations. These nozzles are indicated in the diagrams by the letters GP, HF or CA. A nozzle type GP can be used to clean both carpet and hard oor. A nozzle type HF is suitable for use only on hard oor. A nozzle type CA is suitable for use only on carpet. The other nozzles are accessories for specialist cleaning tasks and are recommended for occasional use only. All accessories can be tted to the end of the handle or the end of the telescopic tube. Accessory Set* – The Crevice tool, Furniture nozzle and Dusting brush can be stored on tube thanks to the practical tool holder*. Crevice Tool* – For corners and hard to reach areas. [X1] Dusting Brush* – For bookshelves, frames, keyboards and other delicate areas. To extend the brushes push the button on the body of the tool. [X2] O. Carpet and Floor Nozzle Latch* P. Carpet and Floor Nozzle Slider* Q. Exhaust Sponge Filter** R. Exhaust Filter S. Bag Door Release Latch T. Bag Door U. Pre-motor Filter

X1. Crevice Tool* X2. Dusting Brush* X3. Furniture Nozzle* Y. Pet Hair Remover Mini Turbo Nozzle* Z. Allergen Remover Mini Turbo Nozzle* AA. Parquet Nozzle* GB3*Certain Models Only **May vary according to the model Furniture Nozzle* – For soft furniture and fabrics. [X3] Pet Hair Remover Mini Turbo Nozzle* - Use the mini turbo nozzle on stairs or for deep cleaning on textile surfaces and other hard to clean areas. Particularly suitable for pet hairs removal. [Y] Allergen Remover Mini Turbo Nozzle* – Use the mini turbo nozzle on stairs or for deep cleaning on textile surfaces and other hard to clean areas, particularly suitable for allergen removal. [Z] Parquet Nozzle* – For parquet oors and other delicate oors. [AA] IMPORTANT: Do not use mini turbo nozzles on rugs with long fringes, animal hides and carpet pile deeper than 15mm. Do not keep the nozzle stationary while brush is rotating. CLEANER MAINTENANCE Replacing the Dust Bag If the bag check indicator is red please check and, if necessary, replace the bag.

1. Lift the bag door release latch to open the bag door, pull the bag holder and pull the

bag collar to remove the bag. [12,13]

2. Apply the peel and seal the sticker, located on the bag collar, to the bag inlet. The full

dust bag should be disposed of correctly and carefully. [14,15]

3. Fold a new bag as shown on the bag and t by inserting the collar into the bag holder.

4. Ret the bag holder and close the bag door.

WARNING: The bag door will NOT close if the dust bag and/or the bag holder are not

assembled to the cleaner. Always ensure the bag and bag holder are present when closing the bag door. REMEMBER: The LED bag check indicator* may also be lit if an obstruction has occurred. In this case, refer to‘Remove a Blockage From the System’. Cleaning the Filters* To maintain optimum performance of your cleaner, please wash the lters after each 5 bag changes. Cleaningthepre-motorlter:

Lift the bag door release latch to open the bag door and remove the bag holder. [13]

2. Remove the pre-motor lter frame from the cleaner. [16]

3. Remove the lter sponge from the holder. [17]

4. Wash it in hand warm water, and allow it to dry thoroughly before inserting into the

cleaner. [21, 22] Cleaningtheexhaustedlterandexhaustspongelter:

1. To remove the exhaust lter sponge and the exhaust lter, remove the exhaust

sponge 1 from the exhaust cover, unclip the lter pack and remove the other sponge

Wash them in hand warm water, and allow them to dry thoroughly before replacing. [21, 22] REMEMBER: Do not use hot water or detergents. In the unlikely event of the lters becoming damaged, t a Genuine Hoover replacement. Do not try and use the product without a dust bag or lter tted. Cleaning the permanent cloth dust bag* To maintain optimum performance we recommended that you wash the permanent cloth dust bag under warm water after every 5 full bags. Remove excess water and leave to dry fully before replacing. Removing a blockage from the system (*Certain models only) If the bag check indicator LED is illuminated or ashing:

Check if the bag is full. If so, refer to ‘Replacing The Dust Bag’.

2. If it is not full, then:

A. Do the lters need cleaning? If so, refer to ‘Cleaning the Filter’. B. Check if there is any other blockage in the system - Use a cord or a pole to remove any blockage from the telescopic tube or exible hose. WARNING - The LED bag check indicator will turn on if the cleaner is used when full, if there is a blockage or if the lters are dirty. If the cleaner is used for a signicant period of time with the bag LED check indicator is on, a thermal cut out will switch the cleaner off to prevent overheating. The LED bag check indicator turns off once the cleaner has switched off to signal that the thermal cut out has been activated. If this should happen, switch the cleaner off, unplug and correct the fault. It will take about 30 minutes for the cut out to automatically reset. GB4

Should you have a problem with the product, complete this simple user checklist before calling your local Hoover service.

• Is there a working electricity supply to the cleaner? Please check with another electrical appliance.

• Is the dust bag over-lled? Please refer to ‘Cleaner Maintenance’.

• Is the Filter blocked? Please refer to ‘Cleaning the lter’.

• Is the hose or nozzle blocked? Please refer to ‘Removing a blockage from the system’.