HOOVER HWD35MAX Wet & Dry Drum Vacuum Instruction Manual

HOOVER HWD35MAX Wet & Dry Drum Vacuum

Safety Instructions

1. Always ensure that the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage in your home.
2. Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance and cause injury to the user.
3. The appliance is intended for household use only.
4. Commercial use invalidates the warrant, and the supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage caused when using the appliance for any other purpose than that intended.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
6. Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or the plug is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified person in order to avoid an electrical hazard.
7. Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. In case of damage, take the unit in for examination and/or repair by an authorised service agent.
8. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the motor assembly, plug, or power cord to water or any other liquid.
9. The motor of the unit needs to be switched off for 1 minute after 15 minutes of consecutive use.
10. This is to allow the motor to cool down and prevent motor failure
11. . Do not operate this unit for more than 4 hours (with cool-down periods included) on any given day.

Features

• 35L Tank
• Wet & Dry
• 4 Easy Storage Points
• Blower Function – Blow out dust from hard-to-reach places
• Stable and sturdy wheels located on the extremity of the drum
• Rugged injection moulded tank
• Improved latching system
• Built-in handle underneath the drum for easy tipping
• 1600w max
• For domestic use only

Parts Diagram

1. Castor Wheels
2. Drum
3. Latch
4. Cord Storage
5. Motor Housing
6. ON/OFF Switch
7. Handle
8. Flexi hose
9. Extension tube
10. Carpet / Floor Nozzle
11. Furniture brush
12. Crevice tool
13. Blow outlet
14. Suction inlet
15. Storage points

Operation

1. Unwind the power supply cord from the cord storage and plug it into the power supply socket outlet.
2. Switch the vacuum cleaner ON by depressing the ON/OFF switch.
3. A suction regulator is located on the hose handle. To activate, simply slide the regulator open to reduce the level of suction required. The suction regulator should be kept in the closed position.
4. The suction power will reduce and stop as the drum fills up. It is recommended to empty the drum regularly.
5. To switch the vacuum OFF, depress the ON/OFF switch again and then remove it from the mains power supply.

Blow Function

1. Unwind the power supply cord from the cord storage.
2. Attach the flexi hose to the blow outlet and attach the desired nozzle to the flexi hose.
3. Switch the vacuum cleaner ON by depressing the ON/OFF switch.
4. To switch the vacuum cleaner off, press the ON/OFF switch again and then remove e from the mains power supply.

CHANGING THE PLUG

Should the need arise to change the fitted plug, follow the instructions below. This unit is designed to operate on the stated current only. Connecting to other power sources may damage the appliance. Connect a three-pin plug as follows: The wires in this mains lead are HOOVER HWD35MAX Wet & Dry Drum Vacuum coloured by the following code:

• Green/Yellow = Earth
• Blue = Neutral
• Brown = Live

Maintenance, Cleaning, and Repair

1. Disconnect the plug from the mains power supply before cleaning.
2. Take care when emptying the drum, as when full it could weigh up to 24kg.
3. Release the two latches located on the drum to remove the motor housing.
4. Empty the drum using the handle grip located on the underside of the drum. Clean with a warm, moist cloth and buff dry. Do not use harsh abrasives or other cleaning aids to clean the vacuum cleaner.
5. Clean the filter periodically by gently beating it over a rubbish bin. If cleaning is not done, the suction power of the vacuum will decrease.
6. After cleaning the vacuum cleaner, place the motor housing on the drum and secure the two latches back into place. The correct assembly of the motor housing to the drum ensures that the vacuum inlet and the blower outlet line up vertically.
7. Never spray water over the upper section of the vacuum cleaner

Storage

• Unplug the unit from the power socket and clean all HOOVER HWD35MAX Wet & Dry Drum Vacuum parts as instructed above. Ensure that all parts are dry before storing.
• Store the appliance in its box or a clean, dry place.
• Never store the appliance while it is still wet or dirty.
• Never wrap the power cord around the appliance.

Servicing Safeguards

• The high voltage capacitor remains charged after disconnection; short the negative terminal of the H.HVV capacitor to the oven chassis (use a screwdriver) to discharge before touching.
  • Magnetron
  • High-voltage transformer
  • High-voltage capacitor
  • High-voltage diode
  • High-voltage fuse
• The following conditions may cause undue HOOVER HO38FL7NWBXUK Microwave Oven microwave exposure during servicing.

It is important that the HOOVER HO38FL7NWBXUK Microwave Oven WEEE undergo specific treatments to correctly remove and dispose of the pollutants and recover all the materials. In many countries, domestic collections may be available for large WEEEs.

Warranty

Home of Living Brands (Pty) Limited (“Home of Living Brands”) warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal, family or household use and purpose may manifest within a (one) year from the date of purchase (“warranty period”).

Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective, or does not work properly for the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom the customer bought the product (“the supplier”) thereof within the warranty period. If proof of purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier.

The supplier will refund, repair, or exchange the product in terms of this warranty, subject to legislative requirements. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase and not to any expendables attached or installed by the customer.

If the customer requests that the supplier repair the product and the product breaks or fails to work properly within 3 (three) months of the repair and not as a result of misuse, tampering, or modification by or on behalf of the customer, then the supplier may replace the product or pay a refund to the customer.

Customer Support

• Tel: 03444 995599
• NATIONAL CONTACT TEL NO. (087) 245 0029
• JOHANNESBURG TEL NO. (011) 490-9600
• Website: https://hoover.com/
• www.homeoflivingbrands.com
• www.hooversa.co.za

FAQs

Q: What type of vacuum is the HOOVER HWD35MAX?

Ans: A strong wet and dry drum hoover cleaner made for demanding cleaning jobs is the HWD35MAX. It works well in garages, workshops, basements, and other big indoor areas for both dry trash and liquid spills.

Q: Does it require a dust bag for dry vacuuming?

Ans: Indeed. For moist materials or gritty waste, it can function without a bag.

Q: Can I use it to vacuum water or wet spills?

Ans: Indeed! When cleaning liquids, always take out the dust bag and use the foam filter. Avoid using wet and dry filters simultaneously.

Q: Is there a blower function?

Ans: Indeed. With its blower port, the HWD35MAX may be used as a blower, which is ideal for removing dust from tools, leaves, and difficult-to-reach trash.
Q: How long is the power cord?

Ans: With a typical length of 5 to 7 meters (16–23 feet), the power cord provides ample reach for use in garages and workshops. To prevent overheating, always unwind the cable completely while using it.

Q: Does it come with wheels for easy movement?

Ans: Indeed. Additionally, some models have a handle for convenient lifting.

Q: How loud is the vacuum when in use?

Ans: Like most industrial-style wet/dry vacuums, the vacuum runs at about 70 to 80 dB. Although it is louder than domestic vacuums, hearing protection is not necessary.