Shark S1215C User's Manual
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1. REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS REPLACING THE FILTER Under normal usage the HEPAFilter willrequire replacement once every three 3 months however vacuuming large amounts of extremely fine dust powder or similar material over along period of time may decrease airflow performance through the filter If this occurs it may become necessary to replace the HEPAFilter more often Only use genuine Euro Pro replacement filters Filter Cover 1 Press inthe locking tabs at points 1 CES and pull the filter cover away from the vacuum cleaner 2 Remove the HEPAfilter Caution e Do notattempt to wash the HEPATfilter Always replace the old filter with a new one Insert a new HEPAfilter with the seal to the inside of the vacuum cleaner Reattach the filter cover Taa Caution e Be sure that seal on the HEPAfilter is inserted towards the inside of the vacuum cleaner e The filter cover should be correctly oriented when it is reattached Do not reattach it upside down D SD CLEANING THE SUB FILTER Clean the sub filter when it becomes dirty Remove the dust compartment refer to page 8 Remove the air inlet cover 2 Remove the sub filter from the vacuum cleaner 3 Gently clean the sub filter with water Make sure that itis completely dry and then re install it into the vacuum cleaner Replace the air inlet cover andthe dust compartment Caution Do not wash the sub filterin awashing machine and donot2. Press the release lever to open the Turn the duster handle several times in the trapdoor direction shown to empty the dust compartment Release Lever Trapdoor Reattaching the Dust Compartment Close the trapdoor and insert the projection on the Push the dust compartment into dust compartment into the groove onthe main body the main body as shown to reattach Projection Groove CLEANING THE FILTERS 1 Remove the dust compartment refer to page 9 Set the dust compartmentto the parallel position Open the trapdoor then push the T EE E release button E and pull outthe main filter The main filter and prefilter willbe removed atthe same time Caution Do not push the release button E at the upright position As this may drop or damage the main filter and prefilter Clean the main filter and prefilter with a soft bristled brush not included and rinse with cold water Allow both items to dry completely for 24 hours Caution e Do notuse ahard bristled brush to clean filters This may result in damage to the filters e Do notattempt to dry witha hairdryer or by placing ina clothes dryer Hot air may cause the filters to warp To maintain optimum suction power the dust filter fins should be kept clean of dirt Clean the filter fins free of dirt with the forked end of cleaning utensil as shown Cleaning
3. 11 e The bypass vavle isopened Remove the blockage refer to page 11 The agitator does not The flat belt is worn or e Replace the flat belt operate broken refer to page 13 TO ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTERS CALL 1 800 798 7398 9BF D P111 00722 0308 E 16 Model S1215C EUR O P R Ox FIVE 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY EURO PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of the original purchase when utilized for normal commercial or household use subject to the following conditions exclusions and exceptions Should your appliance fail to operate properly while in use under normal household or commercial conditions within the five 5 year warranty period return the complete appliance and accessories freight prepaid to Euro Pro Operating LLC at the address given below In US EURO PRO Operating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 In Canada EURO PRO Operating LLC 4400 Bois Franc St Laurent Quebec H4S 1A7 If the appliance is found by EURO PRO to be defective in material or workmanship EURO PRO will repair or replace it free of charge Proof of purchase date and 16 95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included Non durable parts including without limitation dust cup filters belts brushes bulbs and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically exclude
4. Utensil Reattaching the filters 1 Insert the main filter into the Hold onto the main filter and insert into prefilter as shown the dustcompartment Align the ribs ofthe main filter to match the shape of the opening inthe dust Prefilter compartment and press firmly to insert Dust Compartment Main Filter 3 Close the trapdoor NOTE We recommend replacing the main filter every three 3 to six 6 months depending on the amount of use 10 CLEARING BLOCKAGES AND CLEANING THE AGITATOR ASSEMBLY Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch tothe OFF position and disconnect the powercord fromthe wall outlet before clearing any blockages in the suction hose and cleaning the agitator assembly Cleaning blockages Cleaning blockages in the suction hose A B Suction Hose A 1 Set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position ec Remove the hose cuff from the suction inlet and then remove any blockages from the hose Reattach the hose cuff to the suction inlet and then operate the vacuum cleaner to check that the blockage has been properly cleared lf the hose is still blocked the suction force will be weak Cleaning blockages inthe nozzle head 1 Remove the bottom plate referto page 14 2 Remove any blockages fromthe nozzle head Reattach the bottom plate to the nozzle head and then operate the vacuum cleaner to check that the blockage has been properly cleared Ifthe nozzle head is still blocked
5. WINDING THE POWER COR D 1 Wind the power cord around the cord Hook the power cord over 2 the clip which is located on A storage hooks the upper cord storage hook as shown Ki Co Co Secure the power cord plug on the power cord Cord Storage Hooks CEERI Plug Side 2 Y CCU T am q ZWN K z M tt 7 Rotate the upper cord storage hook Return the hook to the downward upright position before attempting to rewind the power cord Upper Cord Storage Hook INSERTING THE POWER CORD PLUG WARNING This appliance is equipped with a grounded type 3 wire cord 3 prong plug This plug eraunded will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a 3 prong a plug This is a safety feature Ifthe plug should fail to fit the outlet contact an electrician to replace the outlet Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the Grounding Pin grounding pin part of the 3 prong plug Mittin a a UT iG J SRU USING THE VACUUM CLEANER ON OFF SWITCH Start or stop vacuum cleaner by pushing on the switch ON OFF Switch The handle ofthis vacuum cleanercan be setto one of three positions Upright Normal Parallel Place your foot on handle releaselever as shownand pull backon the handle until it releases from its upright position Normal position Upright position This position is used for normal cleaning The handle isnormally locked inthis position for storage o
6. Shark INSTRUCTION MANUAL VACUUM CLEANER 91215C Contents IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS __ 1 NAME OF EACH PART 3 PREPARATION BEFORE USE 4 USING THE VACUUM CLEANER 6 USING THEATTACHMENTS 8 EMPTYING THEDUST COMPARTMENT 9 CLEANING THE FILTERS oa 10 CLEARING BLOCKAGES IN THE SUCTION HOSE AND CLEANING THE 11 AGITATORASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ooo 16 REPLACEMENT PARTS o 16 LIMITED WARRANTY ooon 17 FOR HOUSEHOLD OR COMMERCIAL USE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W hen using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER WARN N G To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury 1 10 11 12 13 14 T3 Do not leave the vacuum cleaner when plugged in Unplug itfrom the outlet when notin use and before servicing Do not use outdoors oron wetsurfaces Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children or infirmed persons Use only as described inthis manual Use only the manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not use with a damaged cord or plug If the vacuum cleaner is not working as itshould orif ithas been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return to EURO PRO Operating LLC 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsbu
7. TIONS Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before replacing any of the parts below REPLACING THE FLAT BELT 1 Remove the bottom plate refer to page 14 2 Lift out the agitator assembly and then remove the flat belt from the motor shaft and the agitator pulley Motor Shaft Flat Belt Place a new flat belt onto the motor shaft and pulley NA Motor Shaft S AN Flat Belt Flat Belt Pulley Place the agitator assembly into the grooves in the nozzle head making sure thatthe new flat belt slides securely into the guide Bearing Holder G CA N N Re Install the flat beltso thatit has no twists init and so that all components Nozzle Head turn smoothly Reattach the bottom plate refer to page 14 Baa A S Groove 13 REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS REMOVING THE BOTTOM PLATE Set the vacuum cleaner to the parallel position and turn it over Pull here Slide the latch in the direction Latch Press of the arrow Remove the bottom plate by pulling N 4 the tabs as illustrated 1 J Bottom Plate Insert the projection onthe bottom plate 2 Push the bottom plate as shown into the groove onthe nozzle housing res and setthe bottom plate in place S 3 Slide the latch in the direction shown Turn the vacuum overand place in the upright position
8. carrying the vacuum cleaner hold it by the carrying handle 23 Before servicing the vacuum cleaner allow all internal metal parts to cool first 24 Always place foot on handle release when adjusting the handle position of the vacuum cleaner 25 Ifthe supply cord of this appliance is damaged it must only be replaced by FANTOM because special purpose tools are required 26 Connect to a properly grounded outlet only See Grounding Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This vacuum is intended for household or commercial use Note to user concerning attachment plug Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding confuctor and grounding plug The plug must be isnerted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the applince if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a groundin
9. d from warranty The liability of EYRO PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse abuse negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs service or alterations to the product or any of its parts which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by EURO PRO Operating LLC This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and or conventional warranties The responsibility of EVRO PRO Operating LLC if any is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty In no event is EURO PROOperating LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Important Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with yo
10. g attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated below Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug Grounded Outlet 8 1 Grounding Pin NAMES OF EACH PART Handle z J E 0 f S Cy Suction b Release A HoseA Power Cord hi Button C i JH aa HF Ew CN TT Ee Plug aa W Release X Plug shown eT Z Button A may differ from actual Power Cord Carrying Handle 4 Release plug attached to unit f Button B for your area Duster Knob 7 ON OFF Switch Cord Storage Hooks v arwi HT q S Na Je i CCA NLL y Dust Compartment Crevice Tool Wand Hose Holder Suction Cover gt HoseB Upholstery Tool amp Dusting Brush Handle Release Headlight Lever Ala Rug Floor Tools X Set the ON OFF switch ick SELECTOR to ON to light the headlight Cleaning Utensil WARNING Operate vacuum cleaner only at the voltage specified on name plate PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE Caution Do not connectthe power cord plug to the wall outlet until assembly is completed Attaching the handle Set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position Insert the handle as shown in the illustration Suction HoseA Hose Cuff Suction Inlet Crevice Tool A zA L T CNN lt T i Upholstery Tool amp Dusting Brush PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE
11. he wrong direction or pulling them forcefully may cause damage to the attachment clamp Attach the attachments onthe handle or hack CI the suction hose B achment Clamp Upholstery Dusting e Attach the attachments as shown below Traci Brush Wand Crevice Tool 29 ne Handle __ Suction Hose A E S L Caution Before using the suction hose B Suction Hose B reattached onthe body e Hook the hose holder onto the holder mount Caution Before using the attachments please make sure the hose is hooked on the holder mount Hose Holder Upholstery tool amp Dusting brush acount To detach the dusting brush from the upholstery tool Press the tabs on the brush downward to remove it Groove e To reattach the dusting brush to the upholstery tool Insert the front of the upholstery tool under the hook on the front of the dusting brush Press down on the back of the upholstery tool to snap it into place under the dusting brush tabs When you have finished using the attachments replace them in their original positions as shown on page 4 EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnectthe power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Empty the dust compartment when Press the release button Ameanwhile contents reach the MAX mark press the release button B to remove the dust compartment D Release Button A Release Button B MAX mark
12. r when using the attachments Push the handle forward until it locks yy 6 el AC 2 7 ial _ Handle Release Lever Parallel position This position is used for cleaning under furniture ED i zX A ee Oe P Lee h Qh ee f zongaa j ar An a USING THE VACUUM CLEANER RUG FLOOR TOOLS SELECTOR The RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector should only be adjusted while the vacuum cleaner is turned on and inthe upright position 1 rae RuG When cleaning a rug or carpet first turn the ON OFF switch to the ON position and then set the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector tothe RUG position Rug Floor Tools 2 5 When cleaning a bare floor or when using SELECTOR EQS FLOOR one ofthe attachments set the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector tothe FLOOR position Caution Do notchange the setting of the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector while the vacuum cleaner is turned off EDGE CLEANING This vacuum cleaner is equipped with an edge cleaning function for cleaning carpet edges near baseboards and stationary furniture USING THE ATTACHMENTS Caution When using one of the attachments during cleaning set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position 1 Remove the attachments from the vacuum cleaner 2 Release 2 Press the release button C to Button C disconnect the handle from the vacuum cleaner Caution When removing the attachments pull them inthe directions shown in the illustration Pulling them in t
13. rgh NY 12901 Do not pull or carry by the cord use the cord as a handle close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners Do notrun the vacuum cleaner over the cord Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Do not unplug by pulling on the cord To unplug grasp the plug notthe cord Donot handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands Do not putany objects into the openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all the parts of your body away from openings and moving parts Do not pick up anything thatis burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches orhot ashes Do not use without dust compartment and filters in place Turn offall controls before unplugging Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present Rev 07 04A 16 Do not touch the agitator while it is spinning 17 Do not place any heavy items on top of the vacuum cleaner 18 Do not step on the hose or pull it too strongly 19 Do not pick up items such as pieces of waste paper or cloth which looks as though they may cause the hose to become blocked 20 Do not clean or store the vacuum cleaner in places where there are high temperatures 21 Store the vacuum cleaner away from excessive humidity 22 When
14. the suction force willbe weak Caution When the suction hose A B or Nozzle head is Bypass Valve blocked the bypass valve will be opened Inside automatically to protect the motor resulting in the suction force being reduced The bypass valve will be at its original position automatically after the blockage is removed Cleaning the agitator assembly When threads get caughtin the agitator assembly cleanthe assembly e Remove the bottom plate refterto page 14 Remove threads caught in the assembly by cutting them with scissors Scissors Threads REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the power cord fromthe walloutlet before replacing any of the parts below REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT LAMP 1 Set the vacuum cleaner to the parallel position ol OTT ot Mom LD YW OE T T A 5 lUe 2 Loosen the screws to remove the lens Saw es es Lens A 3 When removing the headlight lamp be careful not to pull on the headlight lamp wiring 4 Remove the lamp by pushing it gently in the direction of the arrow and then turning it counterclockwise 5 Push anew lamp gently into the socket and turn it clockwise to tighten it Usea standard bayonet base appliance lamp rated at 120V and 15W LAMP MAX 15W Caution Be careful not to clamp the headlight lamp wiring 6 Reattach the lensand fasten the screws 12 REPLACEMENT INSTRUC
15. ur name complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase information model number and what you believe is the problem with item We recommend you insure the package as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty Mark the outside of your package ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE We are constantly striving to improve our products therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY Please fill outand mail the product registration card within ten 10 days of purchase The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification By returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings setforth in the accompanying instructions RETURN TO EURO PRO Operating LLC U S 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh N Y 12901 Canada 4400 Bois Franc St Laurent QC H4S 1A7 Model 1215C Appliance model Date purchased Name of store Owner s name Address City State Prov Zip Postal Code Printed in China
16. use any other equipment such asa hairdryer to dry it Always allow 24 hours for drying Do not operate the vacuum without the sub filter Be sure the sub filteris dry and properly installed Failure todo socould resultin electrical shock personal injury or motor failure Note We recommend replacing the sub filter every three 3 to six 6 months depending on usage TROUBLESHOOTING If thereis a problem with the vacuum cleaner carry out the following checks to find the cause If the problem still persists after the checks have been made do notuse the vacuum cleaner to preventthe possibility of an accident occurring Turn the ON OFF switch tothe OFF position disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact Customer Service at 1 800 798 7398 Or visit our website at www sharkvac com The motor does notoperate The power cord plugis not e insert the power cord plu when the ON OFF switch is securely inserted into the securely oes the wall ii set to the ON position wall outlet outlet refer to page 5 Suction force is weak e The dust compartment is full e Empty the dust compartment refer to page 9 e The suction hose is blocked e Remove the blockage referto page 11 e The nozzle head is blocked Remove the blockage refer to page 11 e The filters are dirty e Clean the filters refer to page 10 refer to page 15 e The nozzle air inlet pipe is e Remove the blockage blocked refer to page
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