Hoover Suction Diverter Mispositioned or Leaking

Hoover carpet cleaner hose tool has suction but no suction at the floor nozzle

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Possible Causes

Floor/hose suction diverter stuck in hose position, Leaking diverter seal, Blocked floor nozzle intake, Misfitted dirty water tank

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before inspecting diverter mechanisms.

  • Check diverter control: Locate the floor/hose suction selector and move it firmly to FLOOR mode.
  • Inspect diverter valve: Access the diverter housing and check for debris preventing full movement. Clean and ensure seals are intact.
  • Check dirty water tank seating: Make sure the tank is fully seated and the suction port aligns with the floor nozzle channel.
  • Clear floor nozzle: Remove the nozzle and clear any blockages at the floor suction intake.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Suction Diverter Valve
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