Troubleshooting - Vax CADENCE V-044 Instruction Manual

8. Troubleshooting

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING
PROBLEM: Cleaner won't run
Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution: Plug cord in firmly.
Cause: No electricity in wall outlet.
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.
Cause: On/off switch not turned on.
Solution: Push on/off switch to on.
Cause: Motor thermostat tripped.
Solution: Reset motor thermostat (see page 3).
Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won't pick up
Cause: Full or clogged dirt container.
Solution: Clean dirt container.
Cause: Wrong pile height setting.
Solution: Adjust setting on carpet height adjuster.
Cause: Clogged nozzle.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.
Solution: Remove power head cover and remove obstruction.
Cause: Clogged hose.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.
Cause: Hose not inserted fully.
Solution: Push hose in securely.
Cause: Dirty filters.
Solution: Clean/change filters.
PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up
Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.
Solution: Refer to section 5 for fitting information.
PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard
Cause: Wrong pile height setting.
Solution: Adjust setting on carpet height adjuster.
PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn
Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.
Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.
Solution: Check belt.
PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with attachment use
Cause: Attachment use restricts air flow.
Solution: Check attachment.
Cause: New carpet debris clogging air path.
Solution: Remove obstruction.
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