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of base as shown.

5. Rotate cover  back. Press cover firmly until side and rear

tabs snap into place. Turn Power Nozzle upside down
and replace two (2) cover screws.

1. Remove Power Nozzle cover (see Belt Removal).
2. Push in and turn bulb counterclockwise, then pull out to

remove.

1. Push in and turn bulb clockwise, to replace.  Bulb must

not be higher than 15 Watts(130 Volts).

2. Reinstall Power Nozzle cover (see Belt Replacement).

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1. 120V., 60Hz.
2. Amps 2.0/2.7 (max.) at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.
3. Watts 225/298 (max.) at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.
4. Torque 55/100 Nm at 18,000/14,550 R.P.M.

1. Remove Power Nozzle cover, nozzle cover and agitator 

assembly (see BELT REMOVAL.

2. Remove two (2) motor bridge screws. Lift out bridge and 

motor.

NOTE: Observe routing of motor wires and all other wiring 
before removing motor.

3. Hook a finger under the center of the overload protector 

and lift to free it from the retaining tabs. Remove the 
overload protector wire terminals. Check continuity by 
depressing the button completely. When the button is 
released there should be continuity between the two 
poles when checked. If all components and items in the 
troubleshooting guide have been checked and the 
overload protector continues to trip, it should be replaced.

4. Insert a flat screwdriver blade between the indicator block

assembly and the plastic retainer for the four (4) wires.
Pry up and out to free the indicator block assembly from
the retaining tabs.

5. Unscrew wire nuts to free motor lead wires.

6. Install new motor. Assure motor is fully seated on all four 

(4) front and rear base supports. Rear motor housing 
flange should be in slot of base support.

CAUTION: Do not pinch wire.