Verilux Vacuum Cleaner VH04WW1 User Manual

8.1 Troubleshooting 
To troubleshoot your vacuum, see Table 8-1 below.
Note: Always turn off the vacuum and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before troubleshooting or servicing.

Vacuum cleaner 

will not run, or runs 

intermittently

Switch not “ON” on Canister.

Toggle switch to “ON” on canister.

6.3

Switch not “ON” on Hose/Handle.

Toggle switch to “ON” on hose handle.

6.4

No voltage at wall electrical outlet.

Try a different electrical outlet or contact a licensed 

electrician.

N/A

Power cord not securely plugged in.

Plug power cord securely in wall electrical outlet.

6.2

Poor Suction: 

Canister / Sanitizing 

Power Head

Filter(s) are dirty or clogged.

Clean or replace filters.

7.1—7.6

Dirt Cup is full.

Empty Dirt Cup and clear Cone Filter.

7.1

Blockage in Sanitizing Power Head Syphon, 

Wand or Hose.

Remove wand from syphon receptacle and carefully 

remove blockage.

5.2

Suction power controls open.

Slide Suction Control Slider to maximum position and 

Airflow Selector to closed position; set Floor Selector 

for bare floors. 

6.3—6.5

Loose hose or wand connection.

Check that all hose and wand connections are 

secured properly.

5.1—5.3

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