Eureka 2999 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
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Problem Solving
CAUTION: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing.
Problem Cause Solution
Motor will not start Electric Plug • Push plug securely into outlet
• Try another outlet
• Check circuit breaker
Motor stops suddenly Thermal Cut Off • Refer to page 2
Does not clean the carpet or floor Filters • Clean or replace filters. Hint: If picking up fine dust, the filters may
not look dirty, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when
it blocks the airflow through the filter(s). Page 10-12
Dust Cup Empty dust cup. Check to insure cup is properly seated and secured
with lever engaged. Hint: Be sure both top & bottom filters are in place
Hose • Be sure hose adapter is secure on back of cleaner. Page 18.
• Remove any blockages from the hose that restricts the airflow. Page 18.
• Check to see that the end of the hoseis firmly pressed into the hose
retainer in the hood of the vacuum. Page 18.
• Check base hose and long hose. Page 18.
Belt • Replace a broken, cut, loose or out of shape belt. Page 14.
Brushroll • Clean hair and thread from bristles and end cap area.
• Replace brushroll if bristles are worn. Page 14.
No suction at the end of hose Hose Adapter • Be sure hose adapter is secure. Page 18.
Filters • Clean or replace filters. Hint: If picking up fine dust, the filters may
not look dirty, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when
it blocks the airflow through the filter(s). Page 10-12.
Hose • Remove any clogs from hose that restricts the airflow. Check base
hose and long hose. Page 18.
Dust Cup Empty dust cup. Check to insure cup is properly seated and secured
with lever engaged. Hint: Be sure both top & bottom filters are in place.
Page 10-12.
Headlight not working Lightbulb • Replace lightbulb. Page 16.
Noise from the brushroll area Brushroll • Remove hood and clean debris or items from the brushroll area.
Page 14.
Belt • Replace a broken, cut, loose or out of shape belt. Page 14.
Cleaner is hard to push Cleaner Height Setting • Put handle in operating position. Tilt the cleaner back to raise the
front wheels off the floor. Then turn the knob to a higher setting.
Belt • Replace a broken, cut, loose or out of shape belt. Page 14.
Cleaner height knob will not turn Cleaner Height Setting Hint: Put handle in operating position. Tilt the cleaner back to
raise the front wheels off floor. Then turn the knob. Page 8.
Missing parts or questions • Call 1-800-282-2886 between 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (CST), Monday-
Friday and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (CST) Saturday. Know the model
and serial numbers when you call.