Mini Canister with Caddy
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model HV118
120V., 60Hz., 8.33 Amps
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
U.S.A.: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Canada: 4400 Bois Franc
St. Laurent, Qc H4S 1A7
Tel: 1 866 98SHARK
(74275) www.sharkvac.com
Model HV118
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 to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $ 11.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, 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 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 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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Printed in China
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
VACUUM WILL
NOT OPERATE
VACUUM WILL
NOT PICK-UP OR
SUCTION POWER
IS WEAK
TURBO BRUSH
DOES NOT
ROTATE OR
ROTATES
SLOWLY
DUST ESCAPING
FROM VACUUM
POSSIBLE REASON
1. Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet.
2. No power in wall outlet. servicing.
4. Thermostat has tripped.
1. Dust cup is full.
2. Unit
3. Dust Cup Filter needs cleaning or replacing.
4. Flexible Hose/Extension Tubes clogged
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker. Replace fuse/reset breaker.
3. Call 1-800-798-7398.
4. Turn the unit off and unplug from outlet. Allow unit to cool down, then restart.
1. Empty and clean dust cup.
2. Turn unit off and unplug from wall outlet. Remove Dust Cup
Filter and check for object(s) in air duct and remove.
3. Clean or replace Dust Cup
Filter.
4. Turn unit off and unplug from wall outlet. Check for objects in deluxe hose/extension tube. cup
2. Rotating elbow obstructed.
3. Belt obstructed.
5. Dust cup filter clogged.
1. Dust cup is full.
2. Dust Cup Filter is not installed correctly.
3. There is a puncture/hole in Dust
Cup Filter.
1. Empty and clean dust cup.
2. Clear
3. Call
4. Clear
5. Clean or replace dust cup filter.
1. Empty and clean dust cup.
2. Review Dust Cup Filter instructions.
3. Replace Dust cup filter.
VACUUM, HOSE
OR BRUSHES
WILL NOT PICK-UP clogged.
2. Dust cup is full.
1. Remove hose and/or brushes.
Remove obstruction from hose and /or brush.
2. Empty and clean dust cup.
FOR REPLACEMENT FILTER INFORMATION
for Model HV118
Call: 1 (866) 98SHARK (74275)
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Or visit our website: www.sharkvac.com
For Technical Support
for Model HV118
Call: 1 (800) 798-7398
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Please Note:
The HEPA Dust Cup Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced every six (6) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
The Exhaust Filter is washable. It should however be replaced every three (3) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
Important:
Make sure that ALL filters are completely dry (air dry only for 24 hours) before reinstalling back in the mini canister vacuum.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Mini Canister vacuum, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock – do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water. Return appliance to
EURO-PRO Operating LLC. for examination, repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the power cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked and do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
12. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
13. Do not use without all filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner, moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
22. 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.
23. Store your appliance indoors in a cool, dry area.
24. Keep your work area well lit.
25. Do not immerse the mini canister into water or other liquids.
26. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
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.
Rev. 12/03A
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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
Important: If the suction opening in the unit, the hose or the extension tubes become blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before you start the unit again.
1.
Do not operate the vacuum cleaner to close too heaters, or radiators.
5.
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.
Do not vacuum any liquids.
4.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from openings.
6.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
7.
Do not use without dust cup filter or exhaust filter in place.
8.
Before you start vacuuming, make sure to remove large or sharp objects that might damage the vacuum.
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5. 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.
6. “TapClean” the Debris
Screen or rinse under a faucet until clean.
Remember that the
Debris Screen must be completely air dried for
24 hours before reinstalling in the vacuum.
Debris
Screen
7. To re-assemble the HEPA filter assembly, first insert the HEPA filter onto the dust cup cover making sure to push it all the way in. Then insert the debris screen again making sure that it is pushed all the way up against the dust cup cover.
8. When replacing the dust cup cover with the HEPA filter assembly into the dust cup, make sure that the tab on the dust cup cover is fully aligned with the tab indentation on the dust cup handle otherwise the seal will not be complete and the unit will not function properly.
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 is properly "TapCleaned” after each use and
Fig. A
Wash once a month or when suction appears reduced.
suction does not return to 100%, then we suggest that the
HEPA filter be
“TapCleaned” vigorously until no
Warning: Allow 24 hours for drying before replacing in unit.
more dust can be removed, then rinsed under the faucet and allowed to air dry for 24 hours before refitting into the vacuum. (Fig.
A) Wash once a month or when suction appears reduced.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION : The suction hole must be open, free of any obstructions at all times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat and could become damaged.
Intelli-Sense Filter MonitorTM
When the Intelli-Sense Filter Monitor TM lights up, it means that the dust cup is full or filter needs cleaning. You must empty the dust from the dust cup and clean the
HEPA dust cup filter right away.
Changing & Cleaning the Exhaust
Filter
The exhaust filter is a washable filter but should be replaced every three (3) months depending on usage.
1. Remove the exhaust filter cover from the rear of the unit.
2. Rinse the exhaust filter in lukewarm water and dry the filter completely. Do not use a washing machine to rinse the filter. Do not use a hair dryer to dry it. Air dry
ONLY for 24 hours. Never operate the vacuum without the exhaust filter in place.
3. When the filter is dry, replace into the unit and replace the exhaust filter cover over it.
4. A severely soiled or clogged filter should be thoroughly washed with fresh tepid water. A mild detergent can be used if required.
Motor Thermostat
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with a motor protective thermostat. If for some reason the vacuum cleaner should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur:
• Push the On/Off button once.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source.
• Check the source of overheating problem. (i.e. clogged hose or filter)
• If clogged hose or filter is found, unclog the hose and replace the filter.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before attempting to reuse the vacuum.
• After unit has cooled down for 45 minutes, plug in the cleaner and push the On/Off button. The vacuum should start again.
• If the vacuum still does not start, contact customer service at
1 (800) 798-7398.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT : In order to ensure that maximum air suction is maintained, empty the dust cup frequently and shake out the HEPA filter and Debris Screen at the same time. Ensure that the rotating brush is kept free of hair and string which may accumulate and decrease brush performance.
Cleaning Air Driven Turbo Brush
Locking Latch
Tilt
Upwards
IMPORTANT , Please Note : The
“TapClean” Rinseable HEPA Dust Cup
Filter & Debris Screen will stop most of the tiniest dust particles 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.
Clean the HEPA Filter and Debris Screen after each use as described in this section.
1. To open the Dust Cup (container), push the dust cup release button and pull out the Dust Cup
(container ).
Turbine
From time to time, the turbine of your turbo brush will require cleaning. To do this:
1. Remove the turbo brush from the hose or telescopic extension tube.
2. 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.
3. There may be some dust, lint, hair, etc on the turbine wheel. Remove as much of this as possible.
4. You may also use the unit’s hose with crevice tool attached and use the vacuum to remove any additional debris from the turbine.
5. Ensure that the turbine wheel moves freely by rotating it with your finger. If the turbine does not rotate, call
Customer Service for help.
6. Once clean, close the top cover of the turbo brush and slide the locking latch toward the rear of the brush to lock.
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 dust cup filter 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.
2. Press the dust cup trap door release button to empty the dirt into a trash can.
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3. To remove the
HEPA filter from the dust cup container hold the dust cup in one hand and insert one finger of your other hand into the inlet hole on the dust cup cover and pull it up.
4. When the HEPA Filter assembly is removed from the dust cup, pull off the debris screen first. Then to remove the HEPA Filter from the Dust Cup Cover, hold the HEPA filter with one hand and with the other hand pull the dust cup cover up.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MINI CANISTER VACUUM
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1. On/Off Power Switch
2. Hose Release Button
3. Dust Cup Release Button
4. Dust Cup (Container)
5. Caddy
6. Exhaust Filter Cover
7. Main Unit
8. Intelli-Sense Filter Monitor TM
9. Shoulder Strap Attachment Points
10. Dust Cup Trap Door Release
Button
11. Dust Cup Handle
12. Flexible Hose
13. Floor Brush
14. Deluxe Brush With Removable
Bristles
15. Extension Tubes (x3)
16. Crevice Tool
17. HEPA Dust Cup Filter
18. Debris Screen
19. Air Driven Turbo Brush
20. Shoulder Strap
Illustrations may differ from actual product.
Technical Specifications
Voltage:
Power:
120V., 60Hz.
8.33 Amps
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: Always unplug from electrical outlet before opening the dust cup
(container).
Note : HEPA dust cup filter must be used when operating the hand vacuum.
Using The Unit As A Hand
Vacuum
1. To open the dust cup (container), push the dust cup release button and pull out the dust cup. Verify that the HEPA dust cup filter is inside, then re-attach the dust cup (container) to the hand vacuum.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
The Mini Canister Vacuum may be used with the shoulder strap with or without the caddy. To attach the shoulder strap to the unit, attach the hooks at the ends of the shoulder strap to the shoulder strap attachment points on the top of the vacuum. See illustration below.
2. You have the option of using the Mini
Canister Vacuum as a hand held vacuum or as a canister. To remove the caddy from the main unit, press down on the locking lever and lift the unit up.
Using the Crevice Tool
The crevice tool that is provided with the Mini Canister Vacuum can be used either on the vacuum alone, with the hose or with the extension tubes. See illustration below.
To replace the Mini Canister back onto the caddy, slip the front part of the unit onto the front locking tab of the caddy (see below) and then lock the unit in place by pushing it down until the locking lever clicks in place.
Please note that the crevice tool will only go in the suction hole of the mini canister one way. See illustration below. There is a detent on the top of the crevice tool that locks in place when inserted into the suction hole. To remove the crevice tool from the unit, press the hose release button to allow you to remove the accessory.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using the Flexible Hose
To use the flexible hose with the Mini
Canister Vacuum, push the end of the hose into the suction hole as shown below. The flexible hose may be used with the deluxe brush, crevice tool (see previous page), floor brush or the air driven turbo brush. To attach the flexible hose to the unit, insert the hose end into the suction hole making sure that the detent is on the top. This will lock the hose in place. To remove the hose, press the hoe release button and pull the hose out.
The extension tubes can also be attached to the flexible hose to give you a longer reach or to help vacuum the floors with the floor brush. Just push the wider end of one of the tubes into the end of the flexible hose and then attach the other two tubes to each other. The floor brush fits to the end of the extension tubes.
Using the Deluxe Brush with
Removable Bristles
Note: The deluxe brush with removable bristles can be used with the hose or the extension tube.
For vacuuming high, hard to reach places such as ceilings, curtains/drapes, etc., use the convertible brush with removable bristles as follows:
1. Insert the convertible brush to the hose alone or with the extension tube attached to the hose.
2. If you need a brush action, slide on the removable bristle brush onto the deluxe brush. (See illustration below.)
Slide
Using the Floor Brush
1. Attach the flexible hose and the extension tubes to the vacuum.
2. Attach the floor brush to the extension tube.
3. You can use the floor brush with the vacuum either with the caddy or as a hand vacuum with the shoulder strap.
4. To vacuum bare floors, press the floorto-carpet lever on the floor brush down to lower the bristles.
To vacuum carpets, press the floor-tocarpet lever up, to raise the bristles.
Very flat carpets can sometimes be vacuumed with the bristles down.
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 ensure that maximum air suction is maintained, please read the following instructions:
1. Empty the dust cup frequently.
2. Always shake out the dust cup filter when emptying the dust cup container.
3. Ensure that the rotating brush is kept free of hair and string which may accumulate and decrease brush performance.
4. Keep Air Driven Turbo Brush turbine free of dirt and foreign matter. (See page 6 for cleaning instructions.)
Using The Unit With Air Driven
Turbo Brush
1. Slide the narrow end of the extension tube into the air driven turbo brush
or the flexible hose.
2. Slide the wide end of the assembled extension tube onto the round end of the deluxe hose.
3. Slide the round side of the hose into the suction hole of the vacuum unit.
4. You can use the mini canister with or without the shoulder strap.
5. You can now proceed to vacuum your upholstery.
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