Shark POWERDETECT HZ4000 Series Owner's Manual page 2

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.
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.
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
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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 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).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
26. Turn off all controls before plugging in
or unplugging the vacuum.
ODOR
27. Observe the following when interacting
with the odor neutralizing cartridge:
a) DO NOT attempt to disassemble
odor neutralizing cartridge.
b) Avoid direct contact with the
fragrance pod in the cartridge.
c) DO NOT directly inhale from the
odor neutralizing 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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