Electrolux Z8800 Series Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
Problem Cause Solution
Motor will not start. Power Plug
On/Off Switch
Thermal Cut Off
Push plug securely into outlet.
Try another outlet.
Check circuit breaker.
• Turn on/off switch to |.
• Refer to page 2.
Motor suddenly stops. Thermal Cut Off • Refer to page 2.
Does not clean carpet or hard
floor
Dust Cup and Filter(s)
Belt
Brush Roll
Hose
Hard Floor Setting
Cleaner Height Setting
Clear tube blockage
Empty the dust cup and/or change the filters.
Hint: If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may
not look full, but a fine substance tends to
reduce suction when it blocks airflow through
the foam filter. Make sure the foam filter is
installed properly.
Replace a cut, or out of shape belt.
Clean hair and thread from bristles and end
cap area. Replace brush roll if bristles are
worn.
Remove any clogs from the hose that restrict
the airflow. See pages 12.
• For hard floor cleaning, make sure brush roll
control is in hard floor position.
• For carpet use-make sure proper level is
selected, for hardfloor-hardfloor is selected.
• See pages 12.
No suction at the end of the hose Dust Cup and Filter(s)
Hose
Clear tube blockage
• Empty the dust cup and/or change the filters.
Hint: If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may
not look full, but a fine substance tends to
reduce suction when it blocks airflow through
the foam filter. Make sure the foam filter is
installed properly.
• Remove any clogs from the hose that restrict
the airflow. See pages 12.
• Check hose for cuts or holes.
• See pages 12.
Noise from the brush roll area Brush roll
Belt
• Remove base plate and clean debris from the
brush roll compartment.
• Replace a cut or out of shape belt.
Cleaner is hard to push Cleaner Height Setting
Belt
• Turn adjustment knob to a higher position.
• Replace a cut or out of shape belt.
Brush roll with not turn Belt • Replace a cut or out of shape belt.
Does not clean carpet or floor Cleaner height setting • Try alternate height settings.
Handle will not release Handle release pedal • Step on outer edge of pedal to release.
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