Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Dust Manager DM4496 Instruction Manual Product Code 39100102

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USER
INSTRUCTIONS

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DUST MANAGER

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Congratulations on the purchase of your
new Hoover Dust Manager.

IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS
User’s manual- This cleaner should only be
used for its intended purpose as described in
these instructions. Ensure that these are fully
understood before operating this appliance.
Only use attachments recommended or
supplied by Hoover.
When using cleaning tools ensure that the
cleaner is kept in the upright (parked)
position. This will avoid possible damage to
the carpet or floor covering.When cleaning
stairs DO NOT position the cleaner above
you.
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 cleaner out of doors or
on any wet surface or for wet pick up.
Keep hands, feet, loose clothing and hair
away from rotating brushes.
DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects,
matches, cigarette ends or other similar
items.

HOOVER SERVICE
HOOVER SPARES

DO NOT pick up flammable liquids such as
cleaning fluids, petrol etc. or their vapours.
Aerosol sprays may be flammable. DO NOT
spray near cleaner.

This highly advanced machine - with new
technology unique to Hoover - makes
cleaning easier and more efficient.
You’ll find it kinder to your carpets - and
to you!

SUPPLY CORD. DO NOT run over the
supply cord when using your cleaner or
remove the plug by pulling on the supply
cord.
FAULTS. DO NOT continue to use your
cleaner if it appears to be faulty. If the supply
cord is damaged stop using the cleaner
IMMEDIATELY.The supply cord must be
replaced by an authorised Hoover service
engineer to avoid a safety hazard.
AFTER USE. Switch the cleaner off and
remove the plug from the electricity supply.
Always switch off and remove the plug
before cleaning the appliance or attempting
any maintenance task.

Please take the time to read this manual
carefully.
You’ll be ready to make the most of the
special features only the new Hoover
Dust Manager can offer!

WARNING!
ELECTRICITY CAN BE
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS

HOOVER SERVICE.To ensure the continued
safe and efficient operation of this appliance
we recommend that any servicing or repairs
are only carried out by an authorised
Hoover service engineer.

08705 400 600
01204 556 111

This appliance is double insulted and must not be
earthed.
The plug is fitted with a 13 amp fuse.
IMPORTANT:The wires in the mains lead
are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue - NEUTRAL
Brown - LIVE

Use only HOOVER spares

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DUST MANAGER

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLEANER*

Effortless
cleaning
with your
new Hoover

DUST MANAGER
Handle

Supply cord

DUST MANAGER...

Dusting brush

Cleaner body

Pet Hair Remover

Grooming nozzle

On/Off switch

Hose supports

When first unpacking
your cleaner please
check all items are
included.

Cord storage
swivel hook

Long crevice tool

Carrying handle

Door release

Flexible hose

Door

Hose retainer

If any parts are missing,
contact your retailer or
call the Hoover helpline
on 08705 400 600

Extension tube or
Telescopic tube
Handle lock release

Hose hook

Hose supports
Exhaust filter cover
behind Stabiliser
Stabiliser

Carpet care control

* Features vary according to model

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PREPARING TO USE YOUR CLEANER
1 Insert handle into body of cleaner. Slide into
position.

CARPET HEIGHT SELECTOR
The carpet height selector raises or lowers the height of
the nozzle.The nozzle height will not change until the
handle is released.Try various settings until you get the
best results for each of your carpets.

2

Ensure handle is flush with body of cleaner.
Tighten large screw (pre-fitted to handle
upper hole). Insert small screw into handle
lower hole and tighten.

3

!

2 Locate hose end, turn clockwise to lock.
3 Locate hose retainer on lower hose support.

IMPORTANT:When cleaning hard floors
such as vinyl or linoleum, move the
“Height Right” selector knob to the
Hard floor position. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the floor surface.

4 Position hose over hose supports.
5 Push handgrip firmly into socket.
Clip tools to back of cleaner.

4

1

Ensure that the cleaner
is in an upright (parked)
position.

Check that dust container is fitted

Slide knob to position
best suited to depth of
carpet pile.

POWER SWITCH SETTING

Using this cleaner for carpets with pile greater than
30mm is not recommended.

5

Switching on and off

HANDLE LOCK RELEASE
Unlock the handle by pressing
down on pedal with foot. For
cleaning under low
furniture and some
maintenance tasks
simply press
pedal again and
lower handle
to floor.
Push bottom of the switch to switch on.
Push top of switch to switch off.

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CLEANING TOOLS*

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STABILISER FEATURE*

IMPORTANT:When using cleaning tools, the cleaner must be kept in the
upright (parked) position, particularly when cleaning stairs.The nozzle
height should also be set to tool mode:

Pet Hair Remover
Ideal for removing pet hairs.
Do not touch the rotating brush.
Telescopic Tube
Fitted on the flexible hose and with accessories
at its end, its ideal for stair cleaning.
It extends to minimise stretching and bending.

The stair STABILISER has been designed to improve cleaner stability when you pull on
the hose while stair cleaning. It can be adjusted to suit any staircase.

Location.
The STABILISER, stability device,
is located at the back of the
cleaner.

*

Pull the bottom of the device to
release it from its storage
position.

*

All accessories can fit on the end of the flexible
tube. Combine accessories depending on use.

Operation.
Lift the device upwards to the
position shown in the diagram.
Simultaneously squeeze the finger
tabs and extend the device.

ALWAYS attach
hose retainer to hose
hook when using
cleaning tools.
Unhook after use.

CLEANING THE STAIRS
It is dangerous for the cleaner to be above you at the
top of the stairs.

Use.
Place the cleaner against the stairs
and the STABILISER in the position
shown. Use the stair cleaning hose
and accessories as usual.
To return the cleaner to carpet
mode, repeat the above process in
reverse.

ALWAYS work with the cleaner below you. Ensure it is
positioned up against the bottom step.
DO NOT attach hose retainer when cleaning the stairs.

* Features vary according to model

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CHANGING BELT OR BRUSHES

CLEARING A BLOCKAGE*
3

2

1

Refit brush assembly
• Hold the brush assembly and
stretch the belt until brush
mountings slot down into the
cleaner housing.
Rotate the brush to ensure free
movement of the belt.

IMPORTANT: Switch cleaner off and
remove plug from electricity supply
before checking the brushes or removing
hood.

If your cleaner is not picking up efficiently, the
belt or brushes (or both) may need replacing,
but first make sure you have:

• Emptied the dust container
• Cleaned filters
• Checked for blockages
b

4

Refit hood

• Refit hood, ensuring the lugs

1

along the front of hood are
located in the slots along the
front edge of baseplate.
• Secure hood, using screws
A and B.

a

Remove hood

• Prise off carpet-care control knob
• Remove hood screws A and B
Lift off hood

5

Refit carpet-care control
knob
• Ensure the raised face (T) is
towards the front of the
cleaner.

2

!

IMPORTANT: Switch the cleaner off
and remove the plug from the
electricity supply before dismantling
cleaner.

This cleaner is unlikely to become blocked, except by
overfilling of the dust container or accidentally
picking up large solid objects. Clearing a blockage is
simple.

If cleaning tools were in use,
check cleaning tool and
extension tube first. Next
check hose handgrip; to
remove grip ribbed ring as
shown, turn in direction of
arrow and ease apart.

To check the hose, stretch it
to full length and switch on
the cleaner; the suction will
dislodge most obstructions. If
this is unsuccessful, switch off
and unplug the cleaner.
Remove the hose by turning
it anti-clockwise as shown.
Detach cassette and remove
blockage.

For blockages in cleaner base:
1.Turn the cleaner over
and check that the
brushes are free to
rotate.

Remove brush assembly

• Inspect belt for signs of wear.
• To remove, pull brush cleaner assembly

upwards out of cleaner housing. Remove belt
from motor spindle then from brush assembly.

Removing a blockage from the ‘Pet hair remover’
(certain models only)
Open clip and lift cover
to remove blockage.

Replace belt
• Loop the new belt around the motor spindle
then around the brush channel.

* Features vary according to model

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2. Check for a blockage
in hose socket. Use a
piece of wire or a blunt
flexible rod to remove
any obstructions.

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Genuine HOOVER spares
Tel. 01204 556 111
Always replace parts with genuine Hoover
spares.These are available from your local
Hoover dealer or direct from Hoover.
When ordering parts always quote your
model number.

Hoover service
Tel. 08705 400 600

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Quality, Safety &
Environment

Hoovercare
To maintain your HOOVER product in
peak condition you may also wish to take
out a Hoovercare policy, for which an
annual payment provides a comprehensive
maintenance and repair scheme. For
further information telephone the
HOOVER Service Office.

Safety

As the owner of a new
Hoover product we would
like to tell you more about
the high standards we
have set in Quality, Safety
and the Environment.

Should you require service at any time
please call the HOOVER Service Office.

Quality
BSI
ISO9001

Hoover have a computerised nationwide
service network of over 500 engineers
who will respond quickly to your call and
guarantee your repair for 12 months.

Hoover’s factories
have been
independently
assessed for quality.
Our products are made
using a quality system
which meets the
requirements of
ISO 9001.

Although safety certification of
electrical appliances is not
required by law in the UK, Hoover
believe that independent approval
is the best way of demonstrating
safety in design and
manufacture.
The British Electrotechnical
Approvals Board (BEAB), the
independent UK national
authority for the safety of
domestic electrical appliances,
ensure that European Safety
Standards are met and are
maintained throughout the
production life of the appliance.
All appliances which pass these
tests are permitted to carry this
BEAB mark of safety.
BEAB
Approved

GUARANTEE STATEMENT
The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in
the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained
from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased, the bill of sale or receipt
must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

Environment - Weee Directive
This appliance is marked according to the European Directive 2002/96/EC
on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Subject to change without notice.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product.
The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the appliance collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment.

Use only HOOVER spares

Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environment regulations for
waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

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User checklist

EMPTYING AND CLEANING THE DUST
CASSETTE AND FILTERS*

If your cleaner is not working properly run through the following checklist.
1. Is there a working electricity supply to the cleaner?
check with another electrical product.
2. Is the dust container full or choked with fine dust?
To empty the dust container see the instructions on page 5.
3. Is the hose blocked?
To clear a blockage, see the instructions on page 6.
4. Is there a blockage in the cleaner base?
To clear a blockage, see the instructions on page 6.
5. Are the filters blocked?
To clear the filters, see the instructions on page 5.
6. Is the nozzle height set correctly?
To set the carpet height selector, see the instructions on page 4.
7. Are the brushes rotating correctly?
To check the brushes, see the instructions on page 6.
8. Has the cleaner overheated? If so, it will take about 30 minutes to reset itself.
If there is any doubt call the Hoover Service Office for advice. They may be
able to assist you over the telephone.
A service charge will be made if the cleaner is examined and found to be in
working order, has not been assembled in accordance with these instructions or
has been used incorrectly.

Press down on door release pad and remove door. Pull out the dust cassette. Empty
the cassette of dirt and debris. Clean cyclonic mesh after each empty.

Washing cassette filter and foam:
After emptying the cassette 5
times, wash the filter and foam
under hand warm water. Remove
excess water by shaking and leave
to dry for 24 hours.
Do not use a brush as this will
damage the filter.
Washing pre-motor and exhaust filter:
The pre-motor filter should be washed every three
months.Wash under hand warm water. Remove excess water
by shaking and leave to dry for 24 hours.When completely
dry, refit the filter.

WARNING!

A thermal cut out switches off the cleaner to prevent
overheating if it is used when full or there is a blockage or
dirty filters. If this should happen switch off, unplug and
correct the fault.
It will take about 30 minutes for the cut out to
automatically reset.

Carbon filter
Normally maintenance free, this component should not be washed. If a replacement is
required please contact our spares department.

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The exhaust filter should be washed every 3 months.
press down on the latch to remove the exhaust cover
and filter.
Wash under hand warm water.
Remove excess water by shaking and leave to dry for
24 hours.

IMPORTANT: Do not run cleaner over the supply
cord as this could damage the supply cord insulation.

Hoover Limited
Pentrebach
Merthyr Tydfil
Mid Glamorgan
CF48 4TU
© 2006

* Features vary according to model

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® Registered Trade Mark

Part Number: 0565 5214



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