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Filtropur Owner's Manual

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Filtropur
Owner's
Guide
This Owner's Guide
includes instructions for the
Filtropur Commercial
Model FC-3000 Vacuum.
Please read complete
Owner's Guide carefully
before using your Filtropur
vacuum.
FVS, Inc.
P.O. Box 470139
Broadview Heights, OH
44147
!Warning!
Vacuum assembly includes small parts which may be a hazard to small children.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF SMALL CHILDREN

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  • Page 1 Guide This Owner’s Guide includes instructions for the Filtropur Commercial Model FC-3000 Vacuum. Please read complete Owner’s Guide carefully before using your Filtropur vacuum. FVS, Inc. P.O. Box 470139 Broadview Heights, OH 44147 !Warning! Vacuum assembly includes small parts which may be a hazard to small children.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Read All Instructions Before Using .........1 Grounding Instructions.............2 Getting Started Your Filtropur Vacuum.............3 Your Filtropur Model ...............4 Assembling & Operating your Filtropur........5 Main Power Switch..............6 Selecting Floor Surface Setting ..........6 Attachment Tools ..............7 Edge Cleaning ................8 Transporting & Storing your Filtropur........8 Maintenance Removing &...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions Read All Instructions Before Using

    5. 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, contact your local Filtropur dealer for service. 6. 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.

  • Page 4: Grounding Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started Your Filtropur Vacuum Ergonomic Handle Upholstery Tool Crevice Tool High Low Main Dusting Brush Power Switch 13' Hose On-Off Floor Switch Removable Attachment Hose Dirt Container Intake Seal Leg Release Power Foot Bumper Bearing Cap Bearing Cap Handle Lock...

  • Page 6: Your Filtropur Model

    Getting Started — continued Your Filtropur Model Additional Features Filtropur • 2-motor upright Commercial Model FC-3000 • Quad cone-conic filtration • 2-speed switch (Absolute) • 27' power cord • Roller brush off/on bare floor • 13' hose and On-board attachments switch •...

  • Page 7: Assembling & Operating Your Filtropur

    Getting Started — continued Assembling & Operating Your Filtropur When first opening your Filtropur vacuum remove from packaging and dispose of all packing materials. Push unlock button and pull handle Fig.2 Fig.1 to upright position. (fig.1 & 2) To operate, remove the power cord...

  • Page 8: Main Power Switch

    Selecting Floor Surface Setting SWITCH SWITCH The Filtropur has a floor surface setting switch, which allows for appropriate use of the different types of surfaces you choose to vacuum. For cleaning carpets, turn the floor (roller brush) switch on (symbol — ) for carpet.

  • Page 9: Attachment Tools

    The Filtropur includes two (2) extension wands and three (3) ride-on attachments that are placed for easy access on the attachment caddy. Included with the Filtropur are a dusting brush, upholstery tool and a crevice tool. (1) Dusting Brush The dusting brush attachment is...

  • Page 10: Edge Cleaning

    Getting Started — continued Edge Cleaning Your Filtropur vacuum is designed with an exclusive edge cleaning system that allows you to effectively clean around baseboards without the use of attachments. When vacuuming, direct the vacuum unit straight into the wall, using a firm, but gentle pressure.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    IMPORTANT: The brushes on any vacuum unit wear and soften with use, reducing its cleaning ability and effectiveness. To maintain maximum cleaning effectiveness, the manufacturer suggests replacing the roller brushes every two years. To contact local authorized dealer call 1-800-281-6242 or log on to www.filtropur.net.

  • Page 12: Changing Filters & Emptying Dirt Container

    IMPORTANT: Do not reuse cone pre-filters. Doing so may void the warranty. Only use genuine FVS cone pre-filters with your Filtropur vacuum. See local authorized dealer for replacement filters. WARNING: Make sure cone pre-filter and pleated filter cartridges are both in place.
  • Page 13 Maintenance — continued Changing Filters & Emptying Dirt Container — continued To Replace Cone Pre-Filter & Pleated Filter Cartridge: 1. Open a clean cone pre-filter and place over cone support. 2. Insert cone support with pre-filter over suction tube and press to form tight seal. 3.

  • Page 14: Changing Filters & Emptying Dirt Container

    IMPORTANT: The pleated filter cartridge is a unique third level of filtration for the Filtropur vacuum. It is necessary to change the pleated filter cartridge semi-annually. Use only FVS, Inc. filters. See local authorized dealer for...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Removing Clogs

    Troubleshooting Removing Clogs 1. A clean-out chamber can be found on the bottom of the power foot. Remove the two (2) access plate screws with a flat blade screw driver and remove the access plate. 2. Remove any obstruction or debris from clean-out chamber.

  • Page 16: Removing Jams

    Troubleshooting – continued Removing Jams from Roller Brush If an object becomes trapped in the Filtropur roller brush, the unit will automatically shut off the power foot motor and the RED circuit breaker button located on the power foot will pop up protecting your Filtropur vacuum power foot motor.
  • Page 17 —] • Roller brush not spinning • Press floor switch to the [ position to engage roller brush • Filtropur not set at high • Turn the speed setting to “High speed Speed” • Power foot circuit breaker • Reset circuit breaker according may have been tripped to Owner’s Guide instructions...

  • Page 18: Warranty Information 2-Year Consumer Limited Warranty

    FVS and returned to you, and any return shipping costs will be paid by FVS or its designee. If on inspection your unit or part is determined not to be defective in material or workmanship, you must pay any return shipping costs.

  • Page 19: 90-Day Commercial Limited Warranty

    FVS and returned to you, and any return shipping costs will be paid by FVS or its designee. If on inspection your unit or part is determined not to be defective in material or workmanship, you must pay any return shipping costs.

  • Page 20: For Your Records

    FOR YOUR RECORDS The model and serial number of your Filtropur vacuum can be found on the bottom of the main canister unit. Please note the model and serial number of your unit in the space below, and retain this Owner’s Guide as a record of your purchase.

This manual is also suitable for:

Fc-3000

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