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POWERFORCE
®
HELIX
Vacuum
___________
USER GUIDE
1700 & 1701 SERIES
(Model 1701 Shown)

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Important Safety Instructions
Risk Reduction Warnings
Key warnings to reduce fire, electric shock, and injury risks during vacuum operation and maintenance.
Save These Instructions
General safety advice for household use and initial setup before operating the vacuum.
Polarized Plug Safety
Information on the polarized plug and precautions to prevent electric shock.
Assembly Guide
Attaching Handle and Cord Wraps
Steps for attaching the upper handle, securing with screws, and installing the lower cord wrap.
Connecting Hose and Power Cord
Instructions on wrapping the power cord and connecting the hose to the vacuum body.
Final Assembly and Tool Attachment
Guide for routing the hose, connecting the wand, and attaching accessory tools.
Operating Your Cleaner
Turning On/Off and Reclining
How to use the power switch to turn the vacuum on/off and the recline pedal for cleaning.
Adjusting Floor Height
Instructions for raising or lowering the vacuum height to suit different flooring types.
Operational Safety Warnings
Filter and Container Checks
Ensuring the dirt container and filters are correctly in place before operating the vacuum.
Rotating Brush Precautions
Safety advice regarding the rotating brush, especially when using tools or handling the unit.
Cleaning Filters
Pre-Motor Filter Cleaning
Instructions for removing, cleaning, drying, and reinserting the pre-motor filter.
Post-Motor Filter Cleaning
Guide for cleaning the post-motor filter, ensuring it is dry before reassembly.
Maintenance Safety Precautions
Disconnect Power Before Servicing
Crucial safety step to unplug the vacuum before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting.
Filter and Container Safety
Warning against operating with damp filters or a missing dirt container.
Troubleshooting and Safety
Troubleshooting Vacuum Issues
Addresses common problems like 'won't run' or 'won't pick up dirt' with causes and remedies.
Safety Before Troubleshooting
Essential warning to disconnect power before attempting any troubleshooting steps.

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