OWNER’S MANUAL
Model EP722
120V., 60Hz., 10.8 Amps
For information or assistance:
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
94 Main Mill Street, Door 16
Plattsburgh, NY 12901 www.sharkvac.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
1.
Read all instructions before using your canister vacuum.
2.
Use the system only for its intended use.
3.
To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse any part of the system in water or other liquids.
4.
Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
5.
Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
6.
Do not run appliance over cord.
7.
Do not operate the system with a damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance or any other part of the system has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the canister vacuum. Return the system to EURO-PRO Corporation (see warranty) for examination and repair.
Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when the canister vacuum is used.
8.
Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.
Do not leave the system unattended while connected.
9.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from opening and moving parts.
10. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
13. Do not use the canister vacuum without the dust bag and/or filters in place.
14. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
15. This appliance is intended only for household use. Follow all user instructions in this manual.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave the canister vacuum plugged in when unattended. Unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children, pets or plants.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended accessories.
• Do not pull cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Use only extension cords UL-rated or cUL at
15 amperes. extension cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over.
• Turn off all controls as applicable before unplugging from electrical outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum with wet hands or operate without shoes.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything else that may reduce air flow.
• Store your appliance indoors in a cool, dry area.
• Keep your work area well lit.
• Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
• Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
• Use only on dry surfaces.
• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. Correct voltage is listed on rating label.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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Rev. 08/02C
Model EP722
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Euro-Pro Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to Euro-Pro
Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. 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 $ 9.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, dust bags, filters, brushes and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.
The liability of Euro-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.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal 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 the limited warranty. In no event is
Euro-Pro Operating 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 your 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.
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OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD
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.
RETURN TO Euro-Pro Operating LLC: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12919
Appliance model
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Printed in China
FOR REPLACEMENT FILTER INFORMATION for Model EP722
Call: 1-866-98SHARK (1-866-987-4275)
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time or
visit our website: www.sharkvac.com
Replacement HEPA filter SKU# XSH722
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT for Model EP722
In U.S.: 1 (866) 805-6850
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Please Note:
The HEPA Dust Cup Filter may be washed. We recommend that this be done once a month or when suction appears reduced .
To wash your HEPA Dust Cup Filter, hold filter cartridge by frame flange, flange side up and rinse under water. When finished, shake off excess water. Do NOT wash in dishwasher.
It is important that when you wash the HEPA dust cup filter, you allow it to air dry
COMPLETELY before using again. We recommend 24 hours to air dry. DO NOT DRY
IN DRYER.
IMPORTANT: Both the Pre-Motor and the Micro Exhaust filters should be replaced every 6 months or sooner if required.
All filters should be checked regularly for signs of damage, preferable after each cleaning task. The filters must be replaced immediately if they become damaged.
Always disconnect the vacuum from the electrical outlet when checking the filters.
Important
:
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a motor protective thermostat. If for some reason your vacuum overheats, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off.
Should this occur, unplug the vacuum from the wall outlet and turn off the switch.
Empty the dust cup, "TapClean" the dust cup filter and check for blockages in hose and suction inlet. Allow the unit to cool for a minimum of 45 minimum prior to restarting the unit. To restart, re-plug the vacuum into the wall socket and turn the switch back on.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM
1. Hose
2. Cord Rewind Button
3. Power On/off Button
4. Handle
5. Dust Cup
6. Air Intake Duct
7. Air Driven Turbo Brush
8. Dust Cup Handle
Technical Specifications
Voltage:
Power:
120V., 60Hz.
10.8 Amps, 1300 Watts
9. Telescopic Tube
10.Floor to Carpet Brush
11.Hand Held Air Driven Turbo Brush
12.Upholstery Brush
13.Dusting Brush
14.Crevice Tool
15.Shoulder Strap
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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
Important:
If the suction opening of the unit, the hose or the chrome telescopic tube are BLOCKED, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before you start the unit again.
1.
Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters or radiators.
4.
When pulling out the power plug from the wall outlet, pull the plug not the power cord.
2.
Before inserting the power plug into the wall outlet, make sure that your hands are dry.
3.
Before you start vacuuming, make sure to remove large or sharp objects that might damage the dust bag.
5.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
6.
Do not use without all filters in place.
Note:
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a plug and power cord that retract automatically. If the cord or plug get damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician.
Warning:
Hold the plug when rewinding the cord. Do not allow the cord to whip when rewinding.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Motor Thermostat
Important:
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a motor protective thermostat. If for some reason your vacuum overheats, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum from the wall outlet and turn off the switch. Empty the dust cup, "TapClean" the dust cup filter and check for blockages in hose and suction inlet. Allow the unit to cool for a minimum of 45 minimum prior to restarting the unit. To restart, re-plug the vacuum into the wall socket and turn the switch back on.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Use the hooks to attach the shoulder strap to the vacuum cleaner.
First pass the flexible hose through the loop of the shoulder strap and then attach the two hooks to the strap hookup holes at the bottom of the vacuum cleaner as shown in illustration below.
Flat & Upright Parking Position
Please note that your vacuum cleaner can be conveniently placed in a space saving vertical parking position or in a convenient flat parking position.
1. Place unit on its side. Slide floor nozzle into locking position with receptacle which rests on top of unit.
2. While laying flat on 3 wheels, slide floor nozzle into locking position with receptacle which rests on the rear side of the unit.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
9. Reassemble the debris screen to the
HEPA filter cartridge and replace into dust cup (container). Ensure that the filter assembly is completely seated inside the dust cup (container).
Changing the Pre-Motor Filter
• Filter should be cleaned at least twice a year or when it becomes visibly solid.
• Always operate the cleaner with the filter installed.
• Disconnect from electrical outlet before cleaning the filter.
1. Lift dust cup handle to remove dust cup.
2. Remove the filter from the filter grill.
10. Attach the dust cup (container) to the vacuum.
PLEASE NOTE: The white pleated filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will discolor over time -This is
NORMAL and will NOT affect the performance of the filter. If the HEPA
Dust Cup Filter
Fig. A is properly
"TapCleaned” after each use and suction does not return to 100%, then we suggest that the HEPA filter
Wash once a month or when suction appears reduced
Warning: Allow 24 be “TapCleaned” vigorously until no hours for drying before replacing in unit.
more dust can be removed, then rinsed under the faucet and allowed to dry for 24 hours before refitting into the vacuum. (Fig. A) This should be done once a month or when
suction appears to be reduced.
CAUTION
: The suction hole must be open, free of any obstructions at all times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat and could become damaged.
Important:
Do NOT use the HEPA filter cartridge without the debris screen in place.
3. Replace with a new filter and reinstall in vacuum.
Changing the Micro-Exhaust
Filter
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1. Remove the exhaust filter grill by pulling the locking tabs towards you.
2. Remove the used micro-exhaust filter.
3. Insert a new micro-exhaust filter and replace the filter grill.
IMPORTANT: Both the Pre-Motor and the Micro Exhaust filters should be replaced every 6 months or sooner if required.
IMPORTANT: All filters should be checked regularly for signs of damage, preferable after each cleaning task. The filters must be replaced immediately if they become damaged.
Always disconnect the vacuum from the electrical outlet when checking the filters.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Assembling Your Vacuum Cleaner
Note:
Always remove the power plug from the wall outlet before assembling or removing accessories.
1. Attaching the Flexible Hose into the Vacuum
Connect the flexible hose into the air intake duct. Push in until you hear a
“click”, indicating it is in its locked position.
To remove the flexible hose
reverse the operation.
4. Fitting the Floor to Carpet
Brush or the Air Driven Turbo
Brush to the Telescopic Tube
Push the telescopic tube into the desired floor brush as show in the illustration below.
Telescopic
Tube
Floor to Carpet
Nozzle
Air Intake Duct
2. Fitting the Telescopic Tube to the Curved Wand / Hose
Extension
Push the telescopic tube into the curved wand / hose extension, as shown in the illustration below.
5. Air Driven Turbo Brush
The efficiency of your Air Driven
Turbo Brush depends on the bristle brush rotating at high speed. Strong air suction is needed to accomplish this. In order to endure that maximum air suction is maintained, please read the following instructions:
• Empty the Dust Cup frequently during use.
• Always “TapClean” the HEPA dust cup filter and debris screen each time the dust cup is emptied.
• Ensure that the rotating bristle brush is kept free of hair and string.
• Inspect the turbine regularly to ensure that the air passage is free of dirt and debris.
Hand Held Air Driven
Turbo Brush
3. Extending the Chrome
Telescopic Tube
Push forward on the plastic button and pull the inner chrome tube outward.
Air Driven Turbo
Brush
Plastic
Knob
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Crevice Tool, Upholstery and
Dusting Brush
1.
Crevice Tool
For radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and between cushions.
2.
Dusting Brush
The dusting brush is used for the furniture, venetian blinds, books, lamp shades and shelves.
3.
Upholstery Brush
The dusting brush is used for the furniture.
Warning:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before removing the dust cup, dust cup filter,changing the filters or performing maintenance/trouble shooting checks.
Note:
Before using the appliance, unwind a sufficient length of cable and
Insert the plug into the wall socket. A yellow mark on the power cord shows the ideal cable length. Don’t pull the power cord beyond the red mark.
Power Cord
Your vacuum cleaner includes a power cord, which is automatically retractable.
To extend your power cord, pull from rear and extend to desired length.
When cleaning is finished, first switch off power and disconnect plug from electrical outlet. Then press on cord rewind button. If the cord does not fully retract, pull it out again and then press on cord rewind button.
1. Insert the power plug into the wall outlet.
2. Press the Power On/Off Switch to activate the vacuum cleaner.
Power On/Off Button
3. To rewind the power cord, press the cable rewind button with one hand and guide the power cord with the other hand to ensure that it does not whip causing damage.
Cord Rewind
Red
Symbol
Yellow
Symbol
Warning:
Hold the plug when rewinding the cord. Do not allow the cord to whip when rewinding.
Cleaning Air Driven Turbo Brush
Locking Latch
Tilt
Upwards
Turbine
1. Slide locking latch forward then tilt the top housing of the brush upwards. The top housing is hinged and will tilt up approximately 45° only.
2. Inspect turbine wheel and air passage for debris and/or blockage. Remove debris if present.
3. Inspect the rotating brush for built-up hair or string. If present, remove by carefully cutting with scissors. Avoid damaging or cutting bristles.
4. Once clean, close the top cover of the turbo brush and slide the locking latch toward the rear of the brush to lock.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning & Changing the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter
Warning:
Always unplug the unit from electrical outlet before opening the Dust
Cup (container).
Important:
Do NOT use the HEPA filter cartridge without the debris screen in place.
Warning
: After each Use - Always remove the Filter Debris Screen from the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter, then vigorously
“TapClean” HEPA Filter until no more dust can be removed.
IMPORTANT, Please Note : The
“TapClean” HEPA Dust Cup Filter &
Debris Screen will stop most of the tiniest dust particles and airborne allergens from re-entering the air you breathe. In fact it stops 99.97% of all particles as small as
0.3 microns - many times smaller than a human hair!!! Because of this incredible filtration performance, the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will quickly accumulate, inside the white filter folds, many fine dust particles that are difficult to see but which will eventually block or reduce your suction power - if not cleaned properly. This can cause the motor to overheat and the resettable thermostat to trip. (Should this happen turn off the switch, unplug the unit and allow unit to cool down. Clean the
HEPA Filter and Debris Screen as described in this section, then reconnect unit and proceed with vacuuming.)
1. Push the Power On/Off switch to the OFF position to disconnect the power.
2. Remove the flexible hose.
3. Remove the dust cup by lifting the dust cup handle. See illustration below.
Dust Cup Handle
4. Take the HEPA dust cup filter out of the dust cup, do not let dust fall out of dust cup.
5. Take the dust cup and dispose of the dust inside.
6. Separate the debris screen from the
HEPA filter cartridge by grasping the debris screen with one hand and the filter frame with the other and pull apart.
HEPA Filter Debris Screen
7. Vigorously “TapClean” the HEPA Dust
Cup Filter on a hard surface until no more dust is observed falling out from between the pleats of the filter. Please note that on the under side of the HEPA dust cup filter there is a small brush which you can use to brush out the pleats of the filter.
8. “TapClean” the Debris
Screen or rinse under a faucet until clean.
Remember that the Debris Screen must be completely dry before reinstalling in the vacuum.
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