Eureka 4880 Series Owner's Manual

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Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Household Type

Owner's Guide

4880 Series

Index

Important Safeguards ........... 2

Service Information ............... 4

Assembly ........................... 5-6

Use ..................................... 7-8

Thermal Cut Off .............. 4 & 8

Accessories ........................... 9

Brush Roll ........................... 10

Brush Roll Belt ............... 10-11

Dust Cup ........................ 11-12

Filters ............................. 12-13

HEPA Filter .......................... 13

Light Bulb ............................ 13

Clear Tube ..................... 14-15

Problem Solving .................. 16

Customer Order Form ......... 17

Warranty .............................. 19

IMPORTANT

Do not return this

product to the store.

For assembly problems or

questions contact: Eureka's

Customer Service Division toll

free at 1-800-282-2886*, 8 a.m.

- 7:30 p.m. (CST) Monday -

Friday and 10 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.

(CST) Saturday.

For replacement of broken

or missing items to be

shipped direct to you, call

1-800-438-7352*, 8 a.m. to

4:45 p.m., Central Standard

Time, Monday through Friday.

*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169

www.eureka.com

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Upright Vacuum Cleaner Household Type Owner’s Guide 4880 Series Index Important Safeguards ... 2 Service Information ....4 Assembly ......5-6 Use ........7-8 Thermal Cut Off ....4 & 8 Accessories ......9 Brush Roll ......10 Brush Roll Belt ....10-11 Dust Cup ......
Page 2: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. •...
Page 3 CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent être observées, incluant les suivantes: LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE ASPIRATEUR. AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique, ou de blessure: • Ne pas utiliser à...
Page 4: Service Information
Canada: 1-800-282-2886 If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 N. Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. In Canada write to The Eureka Company, 866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Refer to The Eureka Limited Warranty for complete service information.
Page 5: Assembly
HOW TO ASSEMBLE - See Back Page for Assembly Items Packed in Carton. CAUTION: Assemble the cleaner before using. CAUTION: Moving parts. Make sure on/off switch is in off (0) position before plugging in. NOTE: Features may vary by model yet all parts assemble the same. Step A Attach Handle Step B Store Hose and Accessories Nesting...
Page 6 Step C Store Electrical Cord Step D Check Dust Cup Remove and replace the dust cup to ensure it is properly lined up with the seals in the dust cup compartment. During shipment the dust cup may have moved affecting overall performance.
Page 7: Use
When using your new vacuum you may be cleaning deep down dirt missed by your old vacuum causing the light to stay yellow longer. With frequent cleaning, after the first few times you use your Eureka vacuum, the yellow light should go on less.
Page 8 6. After 30 minute cool down period, plug the cleaner in and push the rocker switch to the on (I) position. The cleaner should turn on. 7. If the cleaner still does not operate, take it to any Eureka Authorized Service Center for repair.
Page 9: Accessories
How To Use Accessories NOTE: Place cleaner on floor with the handle in storage position while using accessories. Do not place cleaner on furniture or steps. 1. Separate hose end from cleaner by pulling up with a slight twisting motion. Remove hose from hose retainers.
Page 10: Brush Roll
HOW TO MAINTAIN The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the dust cup, filters, belt, and brush roll often. Brush Roll The brush roll turns as it sweeps and combs the carpet nap. Remove hair and threads from the brush roll so it continues brushing the carpet.
Page 11: Dust Cup
HOW TO MAINTAIN (continued) The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the dust cup, filters, belt and brush roll often. How to Remove the Cyclonic Dust Cup How To Replace Brush Roll Belt (continued) NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before emptying dust cup.
Page 12: Filters
HOW TO MAINTAIN (continued) NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before emptying dust cup. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without the dust cup and filters properly installed. FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REMOVE AND Filter REPLACE THE DUST CUP FROM THE CLEANER Screen BODY, SEE THE PREVIOUS PAGE.
Page 13: Hepa Filter
Cleaning And Replacing Filters (continued) HEPA Filter Check the HEPA filter once a month. Replace at least twice a year or if suction is declining. Some models have a red HEPA Filter warning light. If light comes on and stays on, replace filter. HINT: For ease of assembly, lay cleaner on its back and proceed to the following instructions.
Page 14: Clear Tube
How to Remove and Check Clear Tube Low suction or poor pickup may be due to a blockage in the vacuum cleaner. To Check Attachment Hose 1. Remove hose and check suction at end of hose - if little or no suction, check dust cup and filters.
Page 15: Clear Tube
How to Reassemble Clear Tube 10. Reattach hose to clear tube. Insert hose and rotate clockwise to secure. 11. Hook the bottom of the clear tube on the cleaner next to the combination brush storage location. 12. Swing top of tube up and against the cleaner till quarterturn lock is in place. Then fasten using a coin turning the quarterturn lock clockwise.
Page 16: Problem Solving
Call 1-800-282-2886 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. (CST) Monday - red lights will not come on. Friday and 10 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. (CST) Saturday for the nearest authorized Eureka service center. Cleaner height knob will not Cleaner Height Setting Hint: Put handle in operating position. Tilt the cleaner turn.
Page 17: Customer Order Form
(prices subject to change without notice) Method of payment (no C.O.D. orders) (add state tax & local taxes as required by law) Check or money order (payable to The Eureka Company). Do not send currency. Visa (16 digits) DiscoverCard (15 digits) MasterCard (13 digits) Amer.
Page 19: Warranty
This Warranty Covers Your Eureka cleaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and workmanship in normal household use for a period of one year. The warranty is granted only to the original purchaser and members of his or her immediate household. The warranty is subject to the following provisions.
Page 20 Thank you for selecting a Eureka cleaner. Don’t Forget to Use Genuine Eureka Filters and Belts Caution: Damages caused by the use of non-genuine Eureka filters are not covered by the Eureka Limited Warranty. ©2001 White Consolidated, Ltd. Part No. 71389 Printed in U.S.A.