Troubleshooting Guide; Important Safety Instructions - Dirt Devil M085835 Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY - UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON
Cleaner won't run 1. Power cord not firmly plugged into
outlet.
2. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.
3. Needs service.
4. Thermal Protector activated.
Cleaner won't pick
1. Dirt cup not installed correctly.
up or low suction
2. Dirt cup full.
3. Brushroll worn.
4. Broken or worn belt.
5. Clogged filter.
6. Nozzle/dirt passage hose clogged. 6. Remove lower hose, remove obstruction.
Dust escaping 1. Dirt cup full.
from cleaner
2. Dirt cup not installed correctly.
3. Hose not installed correctly.
4. Filter not installed correctly.
Cleaner tools won't
1. Hose clogged.
pick-up
2. Dirt cup full.
3. Filter clogged.
ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
CUSTOMER SERVICE (1-800-321-1134)
In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authorized Royal
transportation to and from any place of repair are to be paid by the owner. The service parts used in this unit are
easily replaced and readily available from an authorized Royal
the model number and manufacturing code when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The model
number appears on the bottom of the cleaner.)
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace fuse/
reset breaker.
3. Take to service center or call 1-800-321-1134.
4. Unplug cleaner. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.
1. Review dirt cup removal and replacement.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Replace brushroll.
4. Replace belt.
5. Remove filter and clean.
1. Empty dirt cup.
2. Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
3. Review hose installation.
4. Review filter removal & replacement.
1. Remove hose and tools; remove obstruction.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Clean filter.
Dealer. Costs of any
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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. IF USED
COMMERICALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of
cleaner.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before cleaning or servicing.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Use indoors only.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age
12 and under. Close supervision is necessary when used near children.
To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from product, and do not
allow children to place fingers or other objects into any openings.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recom-
mended attachments and products.
• 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,
return it to a service center prior to continuing use. Call 1-800-321-1134
for the nearest service center or visit our website at www.Dirtdevil.Com.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as 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 objects 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 open-
ings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or dam-
age, and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bot-
tom of stairs or on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it
may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may be present.
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