How to Troubleshoot the Spin Brush on a Hoover SteamVac

The SteamVac by Hoover is a deep cleaner for upholstery, stairs, bare floors and carpets and offers several features, such as a headlight, large clean-water capacity, easy-to-empty dirt cup, edge-cleaning tool, wide cleaning path and a set of spinning brushes for increased cleaning effectiveness. If the spin brush on the carpet cleaner is not working as expected, there may be simple reasons for the problem that can be resolved through some troubleshooting steps.

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Instructions

- 1
  Verify that the SteamVac is properly plugged into a functional power supply when in use. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker as needed.
- 2
  Lift off the clear cover on the indicator screen on the side of the SteamVac. Wipe the screen with a clean, damp cloth to remove excess dirt. Close the cover.
- 3
  Check the "Speed Selector" dial and move it to either "Low" or "Hi" during use. If the "Speed Selector" is left on "Off" during use, the brushes will not spin.
- 4
  Disconnect power to the SteamVac and press on the pedal to lower the cleaning handle. Turn the cleaner over to expose the bottom of the unit. Grab the brush roll and pull up slightly. Press the four exposed latches on each side of the brush and pull firmly to remove the brush roll.
- 5
  Clean fibers, hair or strings that may have gotten caught in the brushes, preventing proper motion. Use a pair of scissors to remove the strings.
- 6
  Contact Hoover for additional assistance as needed.

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