Fantom Vacuum FM765MC User's Manual
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1. Pre Motor Filter Rinse and dry every month under normal use Tap clean every time you replace the dust bag HEPA Filter Rinse and dry every 3 6 months under normal use CLEANING THE HEPA FILTER CHECKING FOR BLOCKAGES Replace once a year depending on usage Air goes through this final filtration Occasionally the vacuum may become system to reduce dust before coming blocked by a build up of debris If back into your home Wash the HEPA you suspect there is a blockage it is filter at the same time as you wash important to locate where it is and your pre motor filter carefully remove it without causing 1 Open the cover damage to yourself the unit or anything else Perform the following steps to try to find the blockage 2 Pull the filter straight out to remove Fig 17 Fig 17 1 Detach the power nozzle floor brush or 3 Turn the HEPA filter over so that accessory from the end of the tube and the dirty side is on the bottom and inspect inside each of the accessories Fig 15 vigorously tap it clean against a and the floor attachments garbage canto remove dny aust 2 Turn the hand held turbo brush over to 6 Slide the dust bag out of the holder CLEANING THE PRE MOTOR FILTER E RINSE IUKEWANA ATEN inspect the cpe ingiunderneathand taking care not to spill any dirt and Check the pre motor filter when 5 Let the filter air dry completely for 24 the rotating Briste brust Remove any throw the bag away Fig 152. 3 Remove obstruction from air path 4 Replace belt if broken 5 Push telescopic tube and flexible hose in securely 6 Push floor attachment or accessory in securely 7 Clean change filters 1 Adjust carpet height setting 1 Replace belt 2 Check belt changing instructions 1 Open the manual suction control on the handle of the flexible hose 2 Remove obstruction in air path Cord Does Not s 1 Straighten or un knot the cord 3 Turn the power nozzle over and replace the six 6 screws Fig 31 www fantom com 19 18 R TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 18 19 amp 10 05 10 10 57 AM Model T OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD weta EURO PRO X ADN CONLRE NE EURO PRO TWO YEAR 2 LIMITED WARRANTY Please fill out and 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 set forth in the accompanying instructions EURO PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from material defects and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use subject to the following conditions exclusions and exceptions The liability of EURO PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or re
3. shelves lamp shades Venetian blinds books and many other surfaces The Upholstery Brush can be used to clean furniture and other upholstered household items This unique Hand Held Turbo Brush is designed to remove pet hair from stairs furniture or upholstery Maximum air suction is needed in order for the rotating bristle brush to be most effective Set the suction control on the flexible handle to high Using a new dust bag and cleaning the filters will also help to keep suction strong Open Low Suction Closed High Suction Fig 10 ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING 1 Firmly push the desired accessory onto the end of either the flexible hose handle or the telescopic tube to clean hard to reach places Fig 9 2 Step on the On Off pedal to start cleaning Adjust the amount of suction with the control on the handle Open it for low suction when doing light jobs such as drapes or fine surfaces and close it for high suction and when using the hand held turbo Fig 10 4 When you have finished vacuuming turn the vacuum Off and unplug the power cord from the wall 12 R TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 Fig 9 Power Cord Retract Pedal PROPERLY STORING YOUR VACUUM Store your vacuum cleaner safely where it will not be a hazard will not get damaged and will not cause damage to anyone or anything 1 Unplug the power cord from the wall and hold the cord firmly in your hand while pressing on th
4. as this indicates the end of the cord is near and DO NOT pull beyond the red mark Fig 5 First turn the vacuum On by stepping on the On Off pedal Fig 5 Then turn the power nozzle On using the switch on the flexible hose handle Fig 6 To begin vacuuming gently hold the power nozzle down with your foot keeping it against the floor while you grasp the handle and tilt it towards you Fig 7 When you have finished vacuuming turn Off the power nozzle first then the vacuum and unplug the power cord from the wall Push the handle back into its upright position Floor to Carpet Selector USING THE FLOOR BRUSH Use the bare floor brush when vacuuming surfaces such as tiles hardwood and linoleum or convert it to clean carpets and rugs 1 Push the bare floor nozzle onto the end of the telescopic tube until it is firmly in place Fig 8 2 Plug inthe vacuum and turn it On You can now begin vacuuming 3 Push the floor to carpet selector forward to use on bare floors Push it back to use on carpets and rugs Fig 8 4 When you have finished vacuuming turn the vacuum Off and unplug the power cord from the wall www fantom com FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 10 11 10 05 10 10 57 AM Using Your New Canister Vacuum cont d The Crevice Tool can be used to clean radiators crevices corners baseboards and between cushions The Dusting Brush can be used to dust
5. without limitation bags filters brushes and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically excluded from warranty This Limited Warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal implied and or conventional warranties The responsibility of EURO PRO Operating LLC if any is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of this Limited Warranty In no event is EURO PRO Operating Date Purchased LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages to anyone 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 Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province IMPORTANT Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach a tag to item before packing including your name complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase information model number and what you believe is the problem with the 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 Appliance Model SERVICE We are constantly striving to improve our products therefore the L EM 65MC 31 specifications contained herein are s
6. 20 Carefully lift up the headlight assembly Fig 21 Remove the rotating brush cover Fig 22 brush with no belt and then the right end where the belt loops around Fig 23 Slide the old belt off the drive shaft and then the rotating brush If the belt is broken remove all the broken pieces Fig 24 Place the new belt over the rotating brush first and then over the drive shaft Make sure the lettering on the belt is on the outside brush and pull it forward stretching the belt Insert the end of the brush into the hole and hold it in place with your right hand Fig 25 10 Secure the left side of the rotating brush into place by sliding the end down into the slot This end will only fit back into place one way You may have to rotate the end piece so that it fits Fig 26 11 Replace the rotating brush cover Fig 27 12 Replace the headlight assembly onto the rotating brush cover making sure that the pins in the assembly fit into the slots in the cover Fig 28 www fantom com 17 FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 16 17 10 05 10 10 57 AM Maintenance cont d Pull old bulb out Push new bulb in Fig 31 CHANGING THE POWER NOZZLE HEADLIGHT Occasionally the headlight will need changing if it burns out 1 Hold the light bulb securely with your fingers and pull it out Hold the new bulb and push it in to replace it Fig 29 2 Replace the power nozzle cove
7. Fantsm Power Pet Bagged Canister FM 765MC 31 US EURO PRO Operating LLC Newton MA 02459 CANADA EURO PRO Operating LLC 4400 Bois Franc Ville St Laurent Qu bec H4S 1A7 1 800 798 7395 www fantom com COPYRIGHT EURO PRO OPERATING LLC 2010 PRINTED IN CHINA REV 100510 Illustrations may differ from actual product FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 1 1 amp 10 05 10 10 57 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For Household Use Only WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CANISTER VACUUM POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other As a safety feature this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician DO NOT modify the plug in any way 2 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 WARN l NG To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury General Electrical Safety Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before servicing To avoid risk of electric shock DO NOT use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water DO NOT disassemble the appliance Incorrect reassembly can cause t
8. changing the dust bag hours debris and carefully without damaging the bristles or belt cut any build up NEVER reuse the dust bag 1 Remove the dust Dag 6 When dry re insert the filter back into Si hairor string wrapped aroundiihe 7 Replace the dust bag by sliding it into 2 Slide the filter tray up to remove the vacuum rotating bristle brush with scissors the holder with the opening on top and Fig 16 A The HEPA filter should be replaced once 3 Detach the flexible hose straighten it the Arrow pointing in the direction that 3 Pull the filter out of the tray and rinse every 12 months depending on use out detach the telescopic tube and it is sliding both the tray and filter in lukewarm Never operate the vacuum without the inspect inside the hose the handle the 8 Gently slide the holder back into its water dust bag and filters in place tube and the air intake duct grooves as far as it will go and close the 4 Let the parts air dry completely for 24 Never operate the vacuum with wet A Beware of sharp objects when clearing cover hours filters blockages NOTE If the cover does not close it is 5 When dry re insert the filter back into DO NOT wash filters in the dishwasher Damages caused while clearing or because the bag en is not installed the tray and slide the tray back into its or washing machine DO NOT use a hair attempting to clear blockages are not properly Do not force the cover shut grooves with the arrows on the tray drye
9. e power cord retract pedal to reel in the power cord Slowly feed the power cord back in If the cord does not fully retract pull it out an arm s length and try feeding it in again Fig 11 A DO NOT let go of the power cord and allow it to whip around while it rewinds Detach the hose from the telescopic tube and wrap the hose loosely around the vacuum Clip the floor brush to the back of the vacuum Store the telescopic tube attached to the power nozzle in the upright position with the accessories on the holder Fig 12 Maintenance Full Bag Indicator CHANGING THE HEPA DUST BAG To ensure that your vacuum continues to clean effectively with maximum suction empty the dust bag as soon as it gets full 1 The full bag indicator light will illuminate when the bag is full Fig 13 2 Turn the vacuum Off and unplug Unplug the hose power cord 4 Push the vacuum cover release lever up and open the cover of the vacuum 5 Lift the dust bag holder straight out Fig 14 FM765MC_31_IB_E 100510_paths indd 12 13 www fantom com 10 05 10 10 57 AM Maintenance To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug the unit before performing any cleaning maintenance or troubleshooting checks Failure to do so may result in electric shock or personal injury Use a flashlight to help search for _ blockages COMPONENT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE HEPA Dust Bag Replace when full DO NOT REUSE
10. hair face uncovered feet loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from the rotating brush roll and other openings and moving parts DO NOT operate vacuum cleaner in bare feet or when wearing open toe shoes Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments General Use This appliance is for household use only Use only as described in this manual DO NOT use for any purpose other than described in this user s guide DO NOT put any objects into openings DO NOT use with any opening blocked Keep your work area well lit Keep the vacuum moving over the carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging the carpet fibers DO NOT place vacuum on unstable surfaces such as chairs or tables Always keep it on the floor DO NOT allow children to operate the vacuum or use as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children Always hold the plug when rewinding the power cord DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding Store your appliance indoors ina cool dry area HEPA Dust Bag Filters 33 DO NOT use without dust bag and all filters in place 34 Never operate the vacuum with wet filters 35 Make sure that the filters are thoroughly dry after routine cleaning 36 ONLY use filters dust bags and accessories provided by EURO PRO Operating LLC Failure to do so will void the warranty General Cleaning 37 DO NOT run the vacuum over large sized objects 38 DO NOT pick up
11. hard or sharp objects such as glass nails screws coins etc 39 DO NOT pick up hot coals cigarette butts matches or any hot smoking or burning objects 40 DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid gasoline kerosene etc or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor 41 DO NOT pick up toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc 42 DO NOT use in an enclosed space where vapors are present from paint paint thinner moth proofing substances flammable dust or other explosive or toxic materials 43 DO NOT vacuum up any liquids 44 DO NOT immerse the vacuum in water or other liquids 45 DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces Only use on dry indoor surfaces 46 Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs Always keep the canister vacuum at the bottom of the stairs SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS www fantom com FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 2 3 10 05 10 10 57 AM Quick Start ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW CANISTER VACUUM Make sure the vacuum is turned Off and unplugged before assembling or changing attachments or accessories 1 Ensure that the dust bag and filters are in place See Maintenance section 2 Insert the end of the flexible hose opposite the handle into the air intake duct on the vacuum Fig 1 a 3 Plug the power cord from the hose through the handle into the vacuum Fig 1 b 4 Insert the end of the telescopic tube
12. he risk of electric shock when the appliance is used Return appliance to EURO PRO Operating LLC for examination repair or adjustment The use of an extension cord is not recommended DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug DO NOT pull or carry vacuum by cord DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands Before inserting the power plug into the wall outlet make sure that your hands are dry DO NOT run appliance over cord DO NOT use cord as a handle DO NOT close a door on cord DO NOT pull cord around sharp edges or corners DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in Unplug from outlet when not in use Keep cord away from heated surfaces DO NOT operate the vacuum cleaner close to heaters or radiators Turn off all controls before plugging in or unplugging the vacuum cleaner Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting motorized nozzle 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Hose Attachments DO NOT use if air flow is restricted if the air paths the hose or the extension tube become blocked turn the vacuum cleaner off Remove all obstructions before you turn the unit on again Keep free of dust lint hair and anything else that may reduce air flow Keep end of hose wands and other openings away from your face and body Keep
13. into the end of the flexible hose handle Fig 1 c TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 4 5 On Off Pedal Red Mark Yellow Mark USING THE POWER NOZZLE 1 Insert the telescopic tube into the power nozzle as far as it will go Fig 2 Pull the power cord out from the rear of the vacuum and plug it in DO NOT extend past the yellow mark as this indicates the end of the cord is near and DO NOT pull beyond the red mark Fig 3 First turn the vacuum On by stepping on the On Off pedal Fig 3 Then turn the power nozzle On using the switch on the flexible hose handle Fig 4 To begin vacuuming gently hold the power nozzle down with your foot keeping it against the floor while you grasp the handle and tilt it towards you Fig 5 Power Nozzle On Off Switch Suction Control gt USING THE FLOOR BRUSH 1 Push the bare floor nozzle onto the end of the telescopic tube until it is firmly in place Fig 6 2 Plug in the vacuum and turn it On You can now begin vacuuming ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING 9 a x wn er 9 Make sure the vacuum is turned Off and unplugged Firmly push the desired accessory onto the end of either the flexible hose handle or the telescopic tube to clean hard to reach places Fig 7 Press the On Off pedal to start cleaning Open the suction control for low suction when doing light j
14. obs such as drapes or fine surfaces and close it for high suction and when using the hand held turbo Fig 4 www fantom com 10 05 10 10 57 AM Contents Thank you for Getting Started 8 purchasing the W RAE SMG WA SG PRE AY 8 Fantom Power Assembling Your New Canister Vacuum 9 Pet Bagged Using Your New Canister Vacuum Canister Using the Power Nozzle ss Using the Floor BruSha ia innanenmnintinsnenndena 11 Above Floor Cleaning ns 12 Properly Storing Your VacUUmM 12 Malinteisa a a 1S Changing th Dust B Qiserseniserss n G 13 Cleaning the Pre Motor Filter 14 Cleaning the HEPA Filter Clearing Block ges sss iii Cleaning the Power Nozzle ccccccsccsssscseesssesscsecsecsssssceeeesees 16 Changing the Power Nozzle Drive Belt 16 Changing the Power Nozzle Headlight cesses 18 Ordering Parts 18 Troubleshooting ea 19 Warranty ar r re r R A E 20 Owner Registration Card 21 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 120V 6OHz Power 12 Amps 6 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 www fantom com FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 6 7 amp 10 05 10 10 57 AM Getting Started WHAT S INCLUDED a Vacuum Flexible Hose Handle Telescopic Tube ao 8 Power Nozzle Floor Brush Crevice Tool Dusting Brush Upholstery Brush Hand Held Turbo Brush Adjustment Collar ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW CANISTER VACUUM Your canister vacuum i
15. placement of the unit at our option This Limited 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 Mail to the following address caused by misuse abuse negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit This Limited Warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs service or alteration to the product or any of its parts which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by EURO PRO Operating LLC If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period you may return the complete appliance and accessories with proof of purchase and date freight prepaid For customer service support call 1 800 798 7395 or visit our website at www fantom com Address If the appliance is found by EURO PRO Operating LLC to be defective in EURO PRO Operating LLC s sole discretion we will repair or replace it free of charge EURO PRO Operating LLC 4400 Bois Franc Ville St Laurent Qu bec Canada H4S 1A7 Owner s Name Proof of purchase date and a check made payable to EURO PRO Operating LLC in the amount of 19 95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included Province Postal Code Q lt Non durable parts including
16. r Be careful not to catch and squeeze any loose wires when pushing the cover back into place Fig 30 Ordering Parts To order additional parts for your canister vacuum feel free to contact us at www fantom com or call 1 800 798 7395 PART PART NO 1 HEPA Dust Bag x 3 XSB765 2 Filter Kit XSH765 3 Power Nozzle Drive Belt x 2 XL765 4 Power Nozzle Headlights x 2 1079FC Troubleshooting PROBLEM Vacuum Shut Off Due to Overheating motor protective thermostat automatically turned off unit Vacuum Won t Run Vacuum Won t Pick Up Vacuum Picks Up Moveable Rugs Or Pushes Too Hard Rotating Brush Does Not Turn Air Flow Restricted With Attachment Sound of Vacuum Changes SUGGESTED ACTION Reset Motor Thermostat 1 Push the On Off pedal once 2 Unplug the unit 3 Check the source of the overheating problem i e clogged hose or filter full bag Unclog the hose change bag and clean the filters if necessary 4 Wait at least 45 minutes before attempting to reuse the vacuum After the unit has cooled down for 45 minutes plug in the vacuum cleaner and step on the On Off pedal The vacuum should start again 5 If the vacuum still does not start contact customer service at 1 800 798 7395 1 Plug in firmly 2 Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse 3 Step on On Off pedal to turn on 4 Reset motor thermostat 1 Put in a new HEPA dust bag 2 Adjust carpet height setting
17. r to dry them Air dry only covered under your product s limited Take the holder out and re install it pointing in the direction that it is sliding warranty properly The pre motor filter should be replaced A Replace parts securely before using every 3 6 months depending on use again 14 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 www fantom com FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 14 15 amp 10 05 10 10 57 AM Maintenance cont d Power Power Nozzle Nozzle Drive Belt Cover Re Rotating Fig 18 Brush Fig 19 Headlight Assembly Rotating Sy Brush j Cover KZ b Fig 21 Fig 22 Fig 26 gt Fig 27 Fig 28 CLEANING THE POWER NOZZLE CHANGING THE POWER NOZZLE DRIVE 6 First lift up the left end of the rotating 9 Grasp the right side of the rotating The rotating brush must be free of debris for effective cleaning and maximum suction Disconnect the power nozzle and turn it over to inspect the bottom If a build up of debris is wound around the rotating brush remove by carefully cutting with scissors Avoid damaging or cutting the bristles Fig 18 16 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 BELT Depending on how much your vacuum is used the power nozzle drive belt will occasionally require changing Disconnect the power nozzle and turn it over Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the six 6 screws from the bottom plate Fig 19 Turn the power nozzle over and remove the power nozzle cover Fig
18. s easy to put together 1 Remove all the parts from the packaging and remove any labels stickers or tags that may be attached to the unit DO NOT plug in the unit until it is fully assembled 2 Ensure that the dust bag and filters are in place See Maintenance section 3 Insert the end of the flexible hose opposite the handle into the air intake duct on the vacuum It only fits in one way Push it in until it locks into place Fig 1 a A DO NOT over bend over stretch twist or step on the flexible hose as it may crack or break Plug the power cord from the hose through the handle into the vacuum Fig 1 b Insert the end of the telescopic tube into the end of the flexible hose handle It only fits in one way Push it in until it locks into place Fig 1 c To adjust the length of the telescopic tube hold the adjustment collar push toward the floor to extend and pull back towards you to retract Fig 1 d How to disassemble To remove the hose unplug the power cord then squeeze the 2 locking tabs together and pull the hose out To detach the telescopic tube press and hold the hose handle release button and pull the two pieces apart www fantom com 8 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 8 9 10 05 10 10 57 AM Using Your New Canister Vacuum Use the carpet height selector pedal to adjust the distance between the floor and the power nozzle to match
19. the type of floor that you are cleaning The rotating brush must reach the carpet for effective cleaning White raises the rotating brush the furthest from the floor Blue lowers the rotating brush closest to the floor for maximum cleaning If the vacuum is too difficult to push step on the pedal to select the next highest setting until the vacuum is comfortable to push Suggested settings are shag carpet long pile plush scatter rugs Telescopic Tube Release Pedal White High Yellow Med medium pile Green Low short pile Blue Floor bare floor very low pile Carpet Height J Selection Window L USING THE POWER NOZZLE Use the power nozzle to vacuum carpets or rugs Make sure the vacuum is turned Off and unplugged before assembling or changing attachments or accessories 1 Insert the telescopic tube into the power nozzle as far as it will go Fig 2 10 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 Fig 4 2 Step on the pedal to change the carpet height selection The color in the carpet height selection window indicates which height you have chosen Fig 3 NOTE To remove the telescopic tube from the power nozzle step on the release pedal and pull the tube out Fig 4 On Off Pedal Red Mark Yellow Mark Power Nozzle On Off Switch Fig 6 Pull the power cord out from the rear of the vacuum extend it to the desired length and plug it in DO NOT extend past the yellow mark
20. ubject to change without notice Name of Store 20 TOLL FREE 1 800 798 7395 www fantom com FM765MC_31_IB_E_100510_paths indd 20 21 amp 10 05 10 10 57 AM
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