Hoover
Canister Vacuum

Model #S3251 Official Hoover canister vacuum

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Hoover S3251 canister vacuum, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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    Sleeve Hose

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    Sleeve hose

    Part #32156010

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    Vacuum Light Bulb#26

    Powerednozzle, agitator Diagram

    Vacuum light bulb

    Part #27317307

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Armature#19

    Motor assembly Diagram

    Armature

    Part #44765171

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Brake Pad#18

    Mainhousing Diagram

    Brake pad

    Part #36222008

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Wheel Bearing#27

    Mainhousing Diagram

    Wheel bearing

    Part #38511015

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Seal#14

    Mainhousing Diagram

    Seal

    Part #34143003

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Depressor#51

    Mainhousing Diagram

    Depressor

    Part #38458002

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    Spring#11

    Motor assembly Diagram

    Spring

    Part #38353004

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Vacuum Filter#34

    Mainhousing Diagram

    Vacuum filter

    Part #31114010

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Split Ring

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    Split ring

    Part #33712007

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    Symptoms common to all vacuum cleaners

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    Main causes: damaged vacuum hose, clogged motor air filter, bad suction motor
    Main causes: broken drive belt, damaged brush roll, tripped brush roll motor overload, bad brush roll motor, wiring failure
    Main causes: lack of power, bad power cord, drive motor failure, wiring failure
    Main causes: weak suction motor, vacuum bag is full, clog in suction air path, dirty exhaust filter, leaky vacuum hose

    Repair guides for canister vacuums

    How to replace a vacuum power head ribbed drive belt

    Some canister vacuums have a ribbed drive belt that spins the brush roll on a power brush attachment. If the brush roll slips, you can replace it using these instructions.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     30 minutes or less
    July 1, 2013
    By Lyle Weischwill
    How to replace a vacuum suction motor

    The suction motor on a vacuum creates the draw of air at the cleaning head that picks up dirt. If the vacuum won't run, give it a new life by replacing the suction motor. These steps explain how.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     15 minutes or less
    July 1, 2013
    By Lyle Weischwill
    How to replace a vacuum beater bar

    Replace the brush roll if the bristles ares worn or the cylinder is damaged.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     30 minutes or less

    Articles and videos common to all vacuum cleaners

    Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your vacuum.

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    Deciding between a canister or upright vacuum

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    Vacuum common questions

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    Find the answers to frequently asked questions about vacuum cleaners.