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1957 Comprehensive Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Service Manual
One of the most comprehensive vacuum cleaner service manuals that Hoover ever produced. You will find in this Handbook information covering the operation, maintenance and repair of Hoover cleaners and other appliances made since 1919. Sections Include:
Introduction Standard Hoover Service Care of The Hoover Cleaner Lubrication Chart CHAPTER I-LOCATING THE TROUBLE CHAPTER 2-TESTING AND REPAIRING HOOVER UPRIGHT CLEANERS Major Parts of Hoover Cleaners Part 1-Handle and Cord Assembly Part 2--Bag Assembly Part 3--Motor and Fan Assembly Part 4--Main Casting Assembly Part 5-Agitator and Brush Roll Part 6-Finish and Appearance of the Cleaner Part 7-Hand Cleaners and Pixie Part 8-Cleaning Tools CHAPTER 3-TESTING THE COMPLETED SERVICE JOB CHAPTER 4-DISMANTLING HOOVER CLEANERS CHAPTER 6-TANK AND CANISTER CLEANER CHAPTER 7-ELECTRIC IRONS CHAPTER 8-COFFEE POT CHAPTER 9-FLOOR POLISHERS and PIXIE CHAPTER 10-FLOOR WASHERS |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1957 | 107 | 61mb | $12.99 |
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Hoover Dial-A-Matic Service Instructions
Hoover revolutionized the vacuum cleaner industry when they introduced the Dial-A-Matic in 1963, with it's entirely different "clean-air" upright design. This is a comprehensive service manual that covers all of the Dial-A-Matic models, both self-propelled and non self-propelled. Step-by-step service instructions take you through complete disassembly of the machine, as well as disassembling and servicing the motor. Hoover again changed the vacuum cleaner industry in 1969, when it introduced the Self-Propelled Dial-A-Matic. This service manual also covers disassembling and servicing the actual power-drive transmission, which was at some point deemed too complicated and time-consuming to service, and was generally replaced as a complete unit if it deemed troublesome. There are some wonderful exploded views of the machine, motor, and power drive unit. Dial-A-Matic models include (non power-drive): 1100, 1110, 1118, 1120, 1130, 1136, 1140, 1149, 1151, 1157, U5007, U5007-001, U5015, U5017
and power-drive models: 1170, 1176, 1178, U6003, U6003-001, U6007, U6039, U6039-030, U6041, U6049 |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1973 | 28 | 10mb | $12.99 |
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Hoover Comprehensive Vacuum Cleaner Parts Catalog
Here is an extensive collection of parts diagrams with descriptions of the parts and part numbers for many years of Hoover vacuums. Having the manufacturers part number for the part you need is essential for doing internet/eBay searches to locate these rare, no longer available parts. In many circumstances they can be found once you know the part number. This guide is essential for anyone who has vintage Hoover vacuum cleaners. Models included in this catalog include: 12/14 28 29 31/32/33/34/35/36 41/42/50/51/53/55 61 62/63/64 65/66/67/68/69/70 82/84/84B/85/86/87/88 91 115 334 344 348 404/409 415 434/444/454 564/574 584 589/593 634 704/704-01/706/707/714 719/728 843/858 913/913-01 918 1010/1020/1030/1060/ 1070/1076 1100/1110/1118/1120/ 1130/1136/1140/1149/ 1151/1157/1170/1176/ 1178/U6003/U6007 1330/1340/1348 2000/2001/2010/2011/ 2017 2040/2048/S302l/S3023 2100/2110/2120 2200/2201/2204/2208/ 2210/2260/2266 2610/2720/2726 2800 2830/2836 2900/2901/2910/2911 2940 2941/2950 2951/2970 2960/2980/2904 U4001/U4019/U4021/ U4003/U4005/U4007/ U4009 S3001 S3003 S3005 S2003/S2005/S2007 |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1973 | 139 | 67mb | $12.99 |
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Hoover Portable and Slimline Vacuum Cleaner Service Instructions
Introduced in 1963, the Portable and Slimline machines were the first new "canister" style cleaners to be introduced in nearly 10 years. The Portable and Slimline cleaners are very similar machines in many ways, using the same motor. The motor is also essentially the same as the motor in a Dial-A-Matic, however the Portable and Slimline have a third fan in place of the belt-pulley. The Portable carried all of its attachments, and the Slimline was often advertised as one of Hoover's least-expensive cleaners. These service instructions cover motor removal and disassembly, as well as replacing the switch and servicing the cord-reel. Hose repair and the rug/floor nozzle are also discussed. These service instructions are from the late 70's, however they retroactively apply to all models going back to 1963. Also included is a parts diagram for the model 2100, the first of the Portable cleaners. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1976 | 12 | 7mb | $12.99 |
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Hoover Concept One and Concept Two Vacuum Cleaner Service Instructions
These service instructions take you through complete disassembly of the cleaner, including the motor for both power drive and non-power drive models. If you are looking to keep your Concept in top-shape, or specifically fix something that's broken, these are a must! While not as easy to service as a basic Convertible; the Concept really isn't too bad to work on, these instructions will surely help the novice. Aligning with its 70th anniversary, in 1978 Hoover introduced the Concept One into their product-line, replacing the 15-year old Dial-A-Matic as the new 'A-Line' of cleaners. Hoover went back to the dirty-air design, and built, arguably, one of the best carpet-cleaning vacuum cleaners ever made. The Concept one came in both self-propelled and non-self propelled models. The Quadraflex Agitator was introduced with the Concept, and the cord-winder came back to an upright after a brief appearance on a Convertible in the early 70s. A few years later, Hoover added a 'Dustbuster' type vacuum to the front of Concept, and the Concept Two was born; also in self-propelled and non-self propelled models. The Concept had a run of about 16 years, give or take - ending as the 'PowerMax' (PowerMax service instructions are not specifically included within these particular service instructions, but the PowerMax is very similar to the Concept in most ways). |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1983 | 49 | 25mb | $12.99 |
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Instructions for the Use and Care of the Hoover Electric Cleaner Model 450
Full owners manual for the Hoover model 450 upright vacuum cleaner. Includes instructions for the Hoover Dustette as well. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1933 | 16 | 13mb | $11.99 |
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Instructions For the Use and Care of the Hoover 150 Cleaning Ensemble
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover model 150 vacuum. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1936 | 24 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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Instructions for the Care and Use of the Hoover Model 25 Cleaning Ensemble
Full owners manual and operating instructions for Hoover Upright Vacuum Cleaner model 25. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1937 | 16 | 9mb | $11.99 |
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Hoover Constellation Model 84 Owners Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Constellation Model 84. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1956 | 16 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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Model 65 Instruction Book - The New Hoover Cleaner
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Convertible Vacuum Cleaner model 65. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1957 | 16 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Model 31 Instruction Book - The New Hoover Convertible Special Cleaner
Full owners manual and operating instructions for Hoover Upright Vacuum Cleaner model 31. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1957 | 16 | 12b | $11.99 |
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Model 66 Instruction Book - The New Hoover Cleaner
Full owners manual and operating instructions for Hoover Convertible Vacuum Cleaner model 66. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1958 | 16 | 9mb | $11.99 |
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Hoover Floor Polisher Model 5020 Owners Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the 5020 Hoover Floor Polisher. |
Small Appliances | 1960 | 16 | 6mb | $11.99 |
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Instructions for your new Hoover Electric Floor Washer-Dryer
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Floor Washer. This machine was the 1960's version of the more modern Floor Mate. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1961 | 12 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Instructions for your new Hoover Washer
Complete owners manual and operating instructions for Hoover portable washing machine, model 0510. |
Twin Tub Washers | 1969 | 16 | 8 | $11.99 |
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1936 Hoover Model 150 Vacuum Cleaner Brochure
Here is an adorable brochure from Hoover highlighting their new model 150 Vacuum Cleaner. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1936 | 20 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Cylinder Vacuum Salesman Flip-Chart Book
Here is the advertising flip-chart book that Hoover salesmen took into prospective buyers homes to show the housewife the great new Hoover Cylinder vacuum cleaner!! |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1950 | 19 | 18mb | $8.99 |
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The Engineering and Manufacturing Facilities of the Hoover Company
This is an absolutely fascinating and extremely rare book from Hoover. Its a large/Life magazine size book containing images and descriptions of each department at the company in the middle 1950's. Departments Highlighted: Production Division, Manufacturing: Die Casting, Plastic Molding, Stamping, Plating, Enameling, Finishing, Assembly, Tool and Die Making, Quality Control, Miscellaneous. Engineering: Facilities, Electrical Lab, Physics Lab, Mechanical Lab, Testing Lab, Chemical Lab, Metallurgical Lab, Plastic and Rubber Lab, Engineering Model Shops, Electronic s Lab. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1956 | 32 | 64mb | $8.99 |
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A Guide to Modern Cleaning Methods
This is a wonderful peice of history. It is a complete text book guide for high school level home economics classes on everything to know about using vacuum cleaners, and how to clean the entire home. Sections include:
Cleaning Problems in the Home When to Clean - Factors to Consider - Suggested Schedule Sources and Kinds of Dirt Cleaning Equipment for the Home - Three Cleaning Principles - Suction Cleaners - Upright Cleaners - Pick the Cleaner to fit the Home Use of Vacuum Cleaner on Carpets and Rugs - Suction Cleaners - Upright Cleaners-Motor-Driven Brush Type - Upright Cleaners-Motor-Driven Agitator Type - Summary of Performance of Three Types of Cleaners Causes and Prevention of Carpet Wear - Causes - Prevention - Rug Cushions Rug Cleaning Ability of Different Types of Cleaners Use of Vacuum Cleaner on Hard Surface - Floors - Attachments Needed Summary of Use of Different Types of Cleaners Use of Vacuum Cleaner for Above-Floor Cleaning - Attachments Needed - Summary of Use of Suction and Upright Cleaners Summary of Performance of Different Types of Vacuum Cleaners Vacuum Cleaner Storage Carpet Facts Spot Removal Class Projects The Care Your Vacuum Cleaner Deserves |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1959 | 33 | 25mb | $8.99 |
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An Introduction to Cleaning
An absolutely adorable handout for junior high school level home economics classes created by the Hoover Company. Why wait 'til your room's a wreck and Mom's on the verge of a breakdown? A clean, attractive room is nice in every way- to study in, dress in, sleep in, dream in-TRY IT! |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1960 | 4 | 3mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Spin-Drying Washer
Sales lit specification sheet for the mid 1960s Hoover Twin Tub washer. |
Twin Tub Washers | 1965 | 2 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Constellation
Brochure for Hoover's floating vacuum, the Constellation, mode 843. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1967 | 2 | 3mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Constellation
Brochure for Hoover's floating vacuum, the Constellation, mode 858. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1970 | 2 | 2mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Convertibles
Brochure for Hoover's line of upright "Convertible" vacuums. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1971 | 8 | 12mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Swingette
Brochure for Hoover compact Swingette vacuum, model 409 |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1972 | 2 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Portables
Brochure for Hoover Portable vacuums, model 2204 and 2120. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1972 | 2 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Floor-A-Matic Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure for the line of Hoover Floor-A-Matic floor and carpet cleaning machines. Full images and specifications included. Models include:
3616
3614 5308 5498 5488 5168 and 5158. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1973 | 4 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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The Hoover Spin-Drying Washer
Brochures from the mid 1970s for the Hoover Twin Tub washer model 0519 with the "Automatic Rinse". Includes the estimated 1974, 1975 and 1977 spec sheets for these models. |
Twin Tub Washers | 1974 | 6 | 11mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Celebrity Canisters
Here is the brochure for the very first models of all Hoover Celebrity Canisters. Models highlighted: Celebrity Custom S3001
Celebrity Deluxe S3003 Celebrity Air-Ride S3005 |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1974 | 6 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Portable Clothes Dryers
Brochures for the line of Hoover portable dryers. |
Clothes Dryers | 1975 | 4 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Electric Broiler-Oven Brochures
Brochures spanning a few years in the mid 1970s for the Electric Broiler-Oven. |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 6 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Portable Hair Dryers Brochure
Fabulously campy brochure for Hoover hair dryers. |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 4 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Rotisserie-Oven Brochure
Very 70's brochure for the Hoover Rotisserie Oven! |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 2 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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The Hot Ones
Very 70's brochure for the Hoover Steam Irons! |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 4 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Toaster Brochures
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Toasters available from Hoover. |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 4 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Electric Fry Pans Brochure
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Electric Fry Pans available from Hoover. |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 4 | 10mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Electric Coffeepots Brochure
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Electric Coffeepots available from Hoover. |
Small Appliances | 1975 | 4 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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A History of the Hoover Company
A History of the Hoover Company, a Proud Past...An Exciting Future. Fascinating booklet that highlights Hoover's entire history up to the mid 70s. |
Miscellaneous | 1975 | 12 | 10mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Solid-State Blender Brochures
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Solid-State Blender available from Hoover in the mid/late 70s. |
Small Appliances | 1977 | 4 | 10mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Floor Care Brochure
Absolutely beautiful full brochure of Hoover's main floor care line. Includes Hoover's full line of uprights, canisters, polishers, and Quick-brooms. |
Vacuum Cleaners | 1977 | 8 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Spin-Drying Washers
Brochures for the entire line of Hoover Spin-Dryer Twin Tub washers. |
Twin Tub Washers | 1978 | 6 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Please note that all publications presented here at Automatic Ephemera are on average between 35 and 85 years old. This information is presented as a educational/historical reference on vintage products of the past. Any trademarks or brand names appearing on this site are for nominative use to accurately describe the content contained in these publications. The associated trademarks are the sole property of their registered owners as there is no affiliation between Automatic Ephemera and these companies. No connection to or endorsement by the trademark owners is to be construed.