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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury, or property damage, when using
an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS VACUUM
1.
Inspect power cord and plug for any
damage before use. DO NOT use
vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. Turn off all controls before
plugging in or unplugging the vacuum
cleaner. Store your vacuum cleaner
with the power cord secured around
the two cord hooks. To minimize
the risk of power cord damage, do
not allow the motorized brush roll
to ingest the cord. If this occurs,
immediately shut off power to the
vacuum and remove the cord.
2. This appliance has a polarized plug.
If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug (one blade is
wider than the other). If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
DO NOT force into outlet or try to
modify to fit.
3. Your vacuum cleaner may consist of
a motorized nozzle, wand, hose, and/
or vacuum pod. This device contains
electrical connections, electrical
wiring, and moving parts that
potentially present risk to the user.
The hose contains electrical wires.
Do not use when damaged, cut, or
punctured.
4. Use only identical replacement parts.
5. Carefully observe and follow the
instructions provided below to avoid
improper use of the appliance.
DO NOT use the vacuum for any
purpose other than those described in
this manual.
6. Before use, carefully inspect all parts
for any damage. DO NOT use if any
parts are damaged.
7.
The use of an extension cord is
NOT recommended.
8. This vacuum cleaner contains
no serviceable parts.
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9. This appliance can be used by
persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children. Keep the
appliance and its cord out of reach of
children. DO NOT allow the appliance
to be used by children. DO NOT allow
to be used as a toy. Close supervision
is necessary when used near children.
10. Always turn off the vacuum cleaner
before connecting or disconnecting
any motorized nozzles, hose, or other
accessories.
11. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum
cleaner with wet hands.
12. DO NOT use without filters in place.
13. Only use Shark® branded filters
and accessories.
14. DO NOT damage the power cord:
a) DO NOT pull or carry vacuum
cleaner by the cord or use the cord
as a handle.
b) DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord.
Grasp the plug, not the cord.
c) DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner
over the power cord, close a door
on the cord, pull the cord around
sharp corners, or leave the cord
near heated surfaces.
15. DO NOT put any objects into nozzle
or accessory openings. DO NOT use
with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce airflow.
16. DO NOT use if nozzle or accessory
airflow is restricted. If the air paths or
the motorized floor nozzle become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner
off and unplug from electrical outlet.
Remove all obstructions before you
plug in and turn on the unit again.
17. Keep nozzle and all vacuum openings
away from hair, face, fingers,
uncovered feet, or loose clothing.
18. DO NOT use if vacuum cleaner is
not working as it should, or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water.
19. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
20. DO NOT leave the vacuum cleaner
unattended while plugged in.
21. When powered on, keep the vacuum
cleaner moving over the carpet
surface at all times to avoid damaging
the carpet fibers.
22. DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on
unstable surfaces such as chairs
or tables.
23. Your Shark® vacuum may not
be designed to stand up on its own.
When taking a break from cleaning,
you may need to lean it against
furniture or a wall, or lay it flat
on the floor. Using the vacuum
for an application where the unit lacks
stability may result in personal injury.
24. DO NOT use to pick up:
a) Liquids
b) Large objects
c) Hard or sharp objects
(glass, nails, screws, or coins)
d) Large quantities of dust (drywall
dust, fireplace ash, or embers).
DO NOT use as an attachment to
power tools for dust collection.
e) Smoking or burning objects
(hot coals, cigarette butts,
or matches)
f) Flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, or
kerosene)
g) Toxic materials (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, or drain cleaner)
25. DO NOT use in the following areas:
a) Poorly lit areas
b) Wet or damp surfaces
c) Outdoor areas
d) Spaces that are enclosed and may
contain explosive or toxic fumes
or vapors (lighter fluid, gasoline,
kerosene, paint, paint thinners,
mothproofing substances, or
flammable dust).
26. Turn off all controls before plugging in
or unplugging the vacuum.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ODOR
27. Observe the following when
interacting with the Odor Neutralizer
Technology cartridge
a) DO NOT attempt to disassemble
odor neutralizer technology
cartridge.
b) Avoid direct contact with the
fragrance pod in the cartridge.
c) DO NOT directly inhale from the
Odor Neutralizer Technology
cartridge
d) Keep away from children and pets.
e) Keep away from heat, sparks, and
open flame.
f) DO NOT place in direct sunlight.
FRAGRANCE CARTRIDGE FIRST AID
a) Avoid contact with fabrics and
finished surfaces.
b) Eye contact: Remove contact lenses
if present. Rinse continuously with
water for several minutes.
c) Skin contact: Wash hands
thoroughly after handling. If
irritation or rash develops, seek
medical advice/attention.
d) Inhalation: Move person to fresh air
if they are experiencing any
respiratory symptoms. If symptoms
persist, seek medical advice/
attention.
e) Ingestion: DO NOT induce
vomiting. Seek medical advice/
attention.
28. Unplug from electrical outlet when not
in use and before any maintenance or
cleaning.
29. Hand wash with water only.
Washing with cleaning chemicals
could damage the unit.
30. During cleaning or routine
maintenance, DO NOT cut anything
other than hair, fibers, or string
wrapped around the brushroll.
31. Allow all filters to air-dry completely
before replacing in the vacuum to
prevent liquid from being drawn into
electric parts.
32. Make sure the dust cup and all filters
are in place after routine maintenance.
33. If provided, secure the power
cord around the two cord hooks
during storage.
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