Prolux Phantom Instruction Manual page 30

WARNING: Never use a defective appliance. Always switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the outlet
or remove the battery before you start troubleshooting.
Fault
The vacuum will not turn on.
Suction power is low.
The vacuum makes unusual
noises or is louder than usual.
Troubleshooting
Possible Cause(s)
The plug is not connected to the
electrical wall outlet or the
appliance is not switched to the
"on" position.
The electrical wall socket does
not carry current.
The power cord is damaged.
The bag or filter is full or
clogged.
The power nozzle, attachment
wand, or suction hose is clogged.
The bag or filter is installed
incorrectly.
The tool attachment being used
does not work properly on the
surface you are vacuuming.
Dirty filter(s).
The power nozzle, attachment
wand, suction hose, or filters are
clogged.
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Solution
Insert the plug into an electrical
wall outlet and flip the "on/off"
switch to the "on" position. See
the section "Vacuum Cleaning."
Test the vacuum cleaner on
another outlet that you are sure is
carrying current.
Have the cord replaced by an
authorized service center or a
professional technician.
Change or clean the bag/filter
Remove the debris that is causing
the clog. If necessary, use a long
wooden stick (e.g., a broomstick)
or coat hanger to do this.
Remove the bag and filter and
reinstall; make sure these are
correctly put into place when
reinstalling.
Attach the appropriate tool for the
surface you are vacuuming. See
page 14.
Change/clean the filter(s). See
page 19.
Remove any clogs. If necessary,
use a long wooden stick (e.g., a
broomstick) or coat hanger to do
this.