VACUUM CLEANER
Model 09549
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
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Do not operate this Vacuum Cleaner in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances can create sparkswhich may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating this Vacuum
Cleaner. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Grounded appliances must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the appliance should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Double insulated appliances are equipped with 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 a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
Do not expose this Vacuum Cleaner to rain or wet conditions. Water entering this product will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the Power Cord.
Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately.
Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not operate this Vacuum Cleaner outdoors.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating this product. Do not use while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating this product may result in serious personal injury.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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Avoid accidental starting.
Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in. Carrying this appliance with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in this appliance with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
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Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning this product on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of this product may result in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
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Do not force this product. Use the correct product for your application. The correct product will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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Do not use this Vacuum Cleaner if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any product that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced.
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Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the Vacuum Cleaner. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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Store idle appliances out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
This product can be dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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Maintain this product with care. Never use this product if it is not working properly. Have the product checked by a qualified service technician.
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Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the product’s operation. If damaged, have the product serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained vacuums.
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Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one vacuum may become hazardous when used on another vacuum.
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SERVICE
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Service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
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When servicing this product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE VACUUM CLEANER.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Never leave the Vacuum Cleaner unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the Vacuum Cleaner and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
To avoid electrical shock, do not use the Vacuum Cleaner with a damaged Power
Cord or Plug. Do not use the Vacuum Cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in liquid.
To avoid electrical shock, do not pull or carry the Vacuum Cleaner by its Power
Cord, use the Power Cord as a handle, close a door on the Power Cord, or pull the
Power Cord around sharp corners or edges. Do not unplug the Vacuum Cleaner by pulling on the Power Cord. Do not run the Vacuum Cleaner over the Power Cord. Keep the Power Cord away from heated surfaces.
To avoid electrical shock, do not handle the Power Cord Plug or the Vacuum
Cleaner with wet hands.
To avoid accidental fires, do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches, hot ashes, etc.
To avoid accidental fires, do not attempt to vacuum combustible or flammable liquids.
Keep the end of the Hose and other accessories away from your face and body.
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Do not leave the Vacuum Cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, have it checked and repaired by a qualified service technician.
Do not pull or carry by cord, 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.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into 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 parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
Turn off all 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.
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash and other debris. Do not use the Vacuum Cleaner in areas near flammable chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Vacuum Cleaner. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the Vacuum Cleaner.
Always unplug the Vacuum Cleaner from its electrical outlet before performing inspection, maintenance or cleaning procedures.
When using the Vacuum Cleaner, always maintain a firm grip on the appliance with both hands.
Do not force large objects into the intake openings of the Vacuum Cleaner or its accessories. Do not use the Vaccum Cleaner or its accessories if their intake openings are blocked. Keep the intake openings free of dirt, dust, lint, hair, trash, and anything that may block or reduce the air flow.
Prior to using the Vacuum Cleaner, make sure the Dust Bag is properly positioned in place.
Always turn off the Vacuum Cleaner and unplug it from its electrical outlet before changing accessories or performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
To prevent tripping accidents, always store the Vacuum Cleaner in a clean, dry, out of the way area.
Household Use. This Vacuum Cleaner is designed for household use only. Never attempt to pick up wet debris.
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGES
2 THRU 7 SHOULD BE RETAINED - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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GROUNDING
WARNING!
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualfified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool.
Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric shock. (See Figure A.)
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically “live” terminal. (See Figure A.)
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration. (See Figure A.)
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FIGURE A
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DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian
Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.)
Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration. (See Figure B.)
FIGURE B
SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCES
A double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the following: The words
“DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED” or the double insulation symbol
(square within a square).
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
This appliance is provided with a 2-blade, polarized attachment plug. 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 qualifed electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
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EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See Figure C)
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord.
For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Figure C)
When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.
(See Figure C)
If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
(See Figure C)
If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 15 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 15 .
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WARNING!
Always make sure the Power Cord (part #15) of the Vacuum
Cleaner is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to adding any accessories or making any adjustments to the tool.
To empty and clean the Dust Bag (part #6), depress the Release Switch
(part #1) and pull out the Front Cover (part #8). Remove the Dust Bag from the
Front Cover. Empty the dirt and debris from the Dust Bag, and replace the Dust
Bag in the Front Cover. Then, replace the Front Cover onto the Body
(parts #4, #17) of the Vacuum Cleaner. NOTE: If necessary, the Dust Bag may be washed in cold water. Make sure the Dust Bag is completely dry before reinstalling it in the Vacuum Cleaner. (See Figure D)
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RELEASE SWITCH
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FIGURE D
To attach the Crevice Brush (part #12) or Dust Brush (part#11), insert the
Crevice Brush or Dust Brush into the Suction Hole located in the front of the
Front Cover (part #8). (See Figure E)
To attach the Hose (part #13), insert the Hose into the Suction Hole located in the front of the Front Cover (part #8). Then, attach the Crevice Brush (part #12) or Dust Brush (part #11) to the other end of the Hose.
(See Figure F)
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FIGURE F
To attach the Handle (part #16) and Turbo Brush (part #14), insert the Handle into the Mounting Hole located at the rear of the Body (parts #4, #17). Make sure the slots in the Body correctly fit the Handle. Depress the Plastic Button on the
Handle and pull out the smaller tube of the Handle. Then, insert the Floor Brush into the Suction Hole located in the front of the Front Cover (part #8).
(See Figure G)
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FIGURE G
To operate the Vacuum Cleaner , plug the Power Cord (part #15) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.
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Depress the Power Switch (part #19) to start the Vacuum Cleaner.
(See Figure H)
CAUTION: always maintain a firm grip on the Vacuum Cleaner with both hands.
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To prevent tripping or falling accidents, keep the Power Cord (part #15) away from your feet and legs. Use extreme caution when cleaning stairways, etc.
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Do not attempt to force the Vacuum Cleaner to pick up dirt and debris faster than it is intended to do so. Vacuum the floor or object slowly.
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Do not force large objects into the intake openings of the Vacuum Cleaner or its accessories. Do not use the Vaccum Cleaner or its accessories if their
intake openings are blocked. Keep the intake openings free of dirt, dust, lint,
hair, trash, and anything that may block or reduce the air flow.
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After the cleaning job is completed, turn the Power Switch (part #19) to its “OFF” position. Then unplug the Power Cord (part #15) from its electrical outlet.
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Make sure to store the Vacuum Cleaner in a clean, dry , out-of-the-way area.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING
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WARNING! Make sure the Power Switch (part #19) of the Vacuum Cleaner is in its “OFF” position and that the appliance is unplugged from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
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BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Vacuum Cleaner.
Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, damaged electrical wiring, damaged accessories, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Do not use damaged equipment.
TO CLEAN THE DUST BAG (part #6) refer to page 11 of this manual.
Use only a clean cloth and mild detergent to clean the body of the Vacuum
Cleaner. Do not use solvents. Do not immerse any part of the appliance in liquid.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIA-
GRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBU-
TOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE
IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTUER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EX-
PRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY
CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL
RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR RE-
PLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO.
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PARTS LIST
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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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