Operating instructions – Shark UV219CS User Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Assembling Your Vacuum Cleaner

Using the Attachments

Place vacuum in its upright position.

Make sure that the vacuum cleaner

is NOT plugged into the electrical

outlet when adding or removing

accessories.

Turn the carpet adjustment knob

to the highest position.

Remove the hose connector from

the rear of the unit and push in the

desired attachment firmly onto the

end of the hose.

If additional length is required,

attach one or both of the extension

tubes to the end of the hose and

then attach the crevice tool or

upholstery brush to the end of the

extension tube.

Motor Thermostat
Important:

This unit is equipped

with a motor protective thermostat. If

for some reason the vacuum cleaner

should overheat, the thermostat will

automatically turn the unit off. Should

this occur:

•

Push the On/Off button once.

• Disconnect the plug from the

power source.

• Check the source of overheating

problem. (i.e. clogged hose or

filter)

• If clogged hose or filter is found,

unclog the hose and replace the

filters.

• Wait at least 45 minutes before

attempting to reuse the vacuum.

• After unit has cooled down for

45 minutes, plug in the cleaner

and push the On/Off button. The

vacuum should start again.

• If the vacuum still does not start,

contact customer service at

1-800-798-7398.

Changing the Headlight Bulbs

1. Turn unit “Off” and unplug from wall

outlet.

2. With a Phillips #2 screw driver, remove

the two screws that are on the head

light lens. (Fig. 23)

3. Lift off the head light lens.

4. Remove the light bulbs by pulling them

out carefully.

5. Replace the new bulbs by pushing

them in.

6. Replace the head light lens and then

replace the two screws on the

head light lens to secure in place.

Fig. 23

Warning:

To reduce the risk of electric

shock, the power cord must be

disconnected before removing the dust

cup, HEPA filter,changing the filters or

performing maintenance/trouble shooting

checks.

14. Insert the right side of the agitator in

first by placing the end cap down

into the slot and then do the same

with the left side. Press firmly to

make sure that each end is

completely inserted.

15. Check to make sure that the belt is

centered on the pulley and that the

agitator turns.

16. Replace the top cover over the

power head base and replace the

screws, first the ones on the back

of the power head and then the

ones on the bottom and screw

firmly.

Note:

Do not plug the power cord

into an electrical outlet until

the vacuum is fully

assembled.

Handle Assembly

1. Carefully unpack all components,

set aside packaging.

2. Lift vacuum body to

upright position.

3. Remove the screws (2)

that come attached

to the body.

4. From the rear of

the vacuum, align

the handle with

groove and slide

onto vacuum. If

necessary, use

thumb and finger

pressure to slide

handle into position.

5. Once handle is in place,

secure the handle with

the screws (2). (Fig. 1)

Fig. 1

Warning:

Avoid tipping the vacuum or

setting it on furniture, fringed area rugs or

carpeted stairs while you are using the

hose with the attachments. When the

vacuum is turned on, the beater brush will

continue to rotate. Avoid leaving the

vacuum in one place for an extended

period of time, particularly on thick carpet.

Caution:

Do NOT pull the vacuum

cleaner around the room by the hose as it

could tip over and cause damage. When

using the attachments, do NOT over

extend the hose length when reaching.

Trying to reach beyond the hose reach

could cause the vacuum to tip over.

Caution:

Do not over tighten. Over

tightening could strip the screw holes.

Do not operate the vacuum without

the handle screws in place.

How to Start

The upright vacuum can be used on

multiple types of carpeting, bare floors or

upholstery with attachments. When using

the attachment tools such as the crevice

tool and the upholstery brush, place the

handle of the vacuum in the upright

position.

1. Turn the quick release cord holder

to either side 180° to release the

power cord.

2. Plug the power cord into the electrical

outlet.

3. Depress on the handle release pedal

to release the handle.

4. Push the On/Off button to the "On"

position to turn the vacuum on.

5. When using the attachments, the

vacuum must be in the upright

position. (Fig. 3)

Cord Assembly

1. Make sure that the quick release

cord holder is in the upright

position.

2. Remove the wire

tie from the

power cord.

3. Wrap the cord into

place by wrapping

it in a clockwise

direction around

the quick release

cord holder and

the lower cord

holder. (Fig. 2)

4. Turn the quick

release cord holder

to the left or to the

right to unwrap the power cord.

(Fig. 2)

Warning:

Do not plug in if the power

On/Off button is in the

"On" position.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3