Shark SV726N - Manual (Page 6)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using Your Cordless Vacuum
1. Remove the vacuum cleaner from
the charging base
2. To start the unit, push the "On/Off"
switch to the "On" position.
3. To stop the vacuum cleaner, slide
the "On/Off" switch to the "Off"
position.
4. A crevice tool is provided for
cleaning narrow, hard to reach
places. A dusting brush is provided
for cleaning upholstery, furniture,
etc.
Model SV726N Cordless Vacuum is
powered by Nickel-Cadmium Ni-Cd)
batteries, which must be recycled or
disposed of properly in accordance
with state, federal and local laws.
If uncertain as to how to remove the
battery pack, we suggest you take your
hand vacuum to a reputable small
appliance service technician to have
this service preformed.
Do NOT attempt to replace the
batteries used in this product with any
other type of battery.
WARNING: NEVER use ordinary
batteries for replacement, as these may
leak and damage your vacuum cleaner.
Use only battery pack XB14726 provided by
EURO-PRO Operating LLC for
replacement.
CAUTION: NEVER use the unit
without the battery compartment cover
in place.
NOTE: Any other servicing should be
performed by an authorized service
representative.
Battery Pack Replacement
& Disposal
Wall Mounting Bracket (Optional)
1. Make sure that the intended wall area
for the wall mounting bracket to be
drilled is free from any hidden
electrical wires, water pipes and gas
lines.
2. Select an appropriate place close to a
wall power outlet (120V., 60 Hz).
3. Do not mount near direct sunlight,
near a heat source or outdoors.
4. Select an appropriate drill type for the
material to be drilled.
5. Carefully measure and mark the
location of all bracket holes and
then drill holes and screw the wall
mounting bracket onto the wall.
The battery pack of your SV726N is
replaceable, however care should be
taken when doing so. Follow these steps
when replacement is required:
1. Using a #1 Phillips head screw driver,
remove the single screw securing the
battery compartment cover located on
the under side of the unit.
2. To remove the cover, press down on
the battery compartment cover while
sliding towards the rear of the unit.
NEVER open the battery
compartment except to change the
battery.
3. Set aside battery compartment cover
and screw.
4. Using the same Phillips screw driver,
remove the single screw securing the
battery strap. Lift off the battery strap
and set aside with screw.
5. Carefully lift out battery pack and
disconnect the terminals.
6. Connect the terminals to the new
battery pack taking care to connect
the black lead (-) to the negative
connector first and the red lead (+) to
the positive connector second. Place
the new battery into the battery
compartment.
7. Tuck the wiring inside the battery
compartment so that the wiring does
not interfere with the battery
compartment cover when it is
replaced.
8. Re-install the battery strap and
battery compartment cover.
CAUTION
• Use only with the battery pack
supplied with the unit.
• Do not attempt to remove the battery
pack from the unit to charge it.
• Never attempt to throw the battery
pack or unit into a fire or incinerate it.
• Do not attempt to remove or damage
the battery casing.
• Battery must be recycled or disposed
of properly at the end of it's
service life.
Changing & Cleaning the Dust Cup
Filter
To achieve the best performance,
empty the dust cup container and
clean the dust cup filter after each use.
1. To remove the dust cup container,
press down on the dust cup release
button and pull off the dust cup
container.
2. Pull out the dust cup filter.
3. Empty the dust from the dust cup
container. (See Fig. 7)
4. Rinse the dust cup filter in cold water,
and then wait until it dries completely
before replacing it back into the dust
cup container. Do not use a washing
machine to clean the dust cup filter.
Do not use a hair dryer to dry it. Air
dry only.
5. Replace the dust cup filter carefully
into the dust cup compartment.
NEVER operate vacuum cleaner
without dust cup filter in place.
6. Attach the dust cup container to the
cordless vacuum.
Fig. 7
Using Your Motorized Brush
1. Remove the vacuum cleaner from
the charging base
2. Make sure that it is in the "Off"
position.
3. Firmly insert the motorized brush
(Fig. 5) into the air-intake nozzle of
the dust cup container ensuring
that the contact pins are engaged
in the connector slots of the unit.
(Fig. 6)
Please note that this motorized
brush is for vacuuming short pile
carpets or rugs.
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Metal
contact
pins
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NOTE: It is recommended that the dust
cup filter be replaced every three (3)
months to ensure peak performance of
the unit.
CAUTION: The suction hole must be
open and free of any obstructions at all
times. Otherwise, the motor will
overheat and could become damaged.
WARNING: NEVER use ordinary
batteries for replacement, as these may
leak and damage your vacuum cleaner.
WARNING: Do not touch the
motorized brush while it is in motion.
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