Dirt Devil 390 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM SYSTEM
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
• Unplug and disconnect power
before servicing.
• Do not use on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this
manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord
or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should,has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it
to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use
cord as a handle, close a door on
cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
• Do not handle system or appliance
with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep openings free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Connect to a properly grounded
outlet. See grounding instructions.
• Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
¥Do not place or store anything
on top of power unit Ð over-
heating of motor could occur.
¥ Do not use without Þ lter in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL USE.
IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SECURITÉ
En employant un appareil électrique, des précautions fon-
damentales devraient toujours être prises, y compris:
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour réduire les dangers de feu, d'électrocution, ou de blessure:
LISEZ COMPLÈTEMENT LE MODE D'EMPLOI AVANT D'UTILISER
CE SYSTÈME D'ASPIRATEUR.
• Débrancher et couper le courant
avant de le réparer.
•Ne pas utiliser sur des surfaces
mouillées.
•Ne pas utiliser comme jouet et
surtout faire attention quand on
l'emploie prés des enfants.
•Employer seulement tel que décrit
dans ce manuel d'emploi et qu'avec
les accessories du fabricant.
•Ne pas utiliser si la corde ou la prise
électrique est endommagée. Si
l'appareil ne fonctionnne pas, est
endommagé,est tombé par terre, a
été laissé à l'extérieur, ou a été
immergé, dans l'eau,veuillez rapporter
l'appareil à un centre de service.
•Ne pas tirer sur le cordon eléctrique.
Ne pas utiliser le cordon eléctrique
comme poignée, ni le coincer dans
une porte ou l'appuyer sur des coins
et boudures tranchants. Ne pas
passer l'aspirateur sur le cordon
électrique. Eloigner le cordon
électrique de la chaleur.
•Ne pas débrancher en tirant sur le
cordon électrique. Pour le
débrancher, saisir la prise de
courant, et non le cordon électrique.
•Ne pas utiliser avec les mains
mouillées.
•Ne rien mettre dans les fentes et les
orifices bouchés. Ne pase employer
avec des orifices bouches. Éliminer
poussiére, cheveux et les autres
choses qui peuvent rendre difficile la
circulation d'air.
•Gardez cheveux, vêtements amples,
doigts, et toutes autres parties du
corps loin des orifices et des piéces
mobiles.
•Ne pas aspirer queique chose qui
brûle ou fume, comme des
cigarettes, des allumettes, ou des
cendres chaudes.
•Brancher à une prise de courant
munie d'une mise à la terre. Voir les
reseignements de mise à la terre.
•Éteindre tous les contrôles avant de
débrancher.
•Faire bien attention en nettoyant les
escaliers.
•Ne pas utiliser pour aspirer des
liquides infammables comme
l'essence et ne pas employer dans
des endroits où ces choses peuvent
se trouver.
¥Ne rien placer ou entreposer sur
le dessus de l'appareil - une
surchauffe du moteur pourrait
se produire.
¥Ne pas utiliser lÕappareil si le sac
 poussire ou le Þ ltre n est pas
en place.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCITONS
USAGE RESERVÉ POUR LA MAISON OU EMPLOI
COMMERCIAL LÉGER
Ne pas ventiler dans un mur, un plafond, ou un espace
dissimulé d'un bâtiment ou un édifice.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If
it should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least resis-
tance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment grounding conductor and ground-
ing plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly in-
stalled and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is prop-
erly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
The Dirt Devil®390, 590 & 890 appliance
is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit
and has a grounding plug that looks like
the plug illustrated in Fig. A.
Make sure that the appliance is con-
nected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter
should be used with this appliance.
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
®
ELECTRIC SHOCK
COULD OCCUR IF
USED ON WET
SURFACES.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE ON WET
RUG OR FLOOR.
Ne brancher l'appareil qu'à une prise avec mise à la terre.
INSTRUCTIONS DE
MISE À LA TERRE
Cet appareil doit avoir une mise à la terre.
Si une défectuosité ou autre survenait, la
mise à la terre offre une voie de moindre
résistance au courant électrique, d'où un
risque moins élevé d électrocution. Cet
appareil est équipé d' un cordon élec-
tricque ayant un conducteur et une fiche
de mise à la terre. Cette fiche doit être
branchée dans une prise appropriée qui a
été installée et mise à la terre convenable-
ment en accord avec le code électrique
de votre région.
AVERTISSEMENT
Un branchement incorrect de
l'équipement de mise à la terre peut
causer un risque d'électrocution. Si vous
avez un doute concernant la mise à la
terre de votre prise, veuillez faire vérifier
votre installation par un électricien quali-
fié ou une personne du service après-
vente. Ne pas modifier la fiche fournie
avec l'appareil - si la fiche ne se branche
pas à la prise, faites installer une prise
adéquate par un électricien qualifié.
Les appareils, Dirt Devil®390, 590 & 890
doivent être employés avec un circuit de
120 volts et avoir une prise qui ressemble
à la prise illustrée sur I'image A.
Vérifiez que votre appareil est branché
sur une prise ayant la même configu-
ration que la fiche électrique. Aucun
adapteur ne devrait être utilisé avec cet
appareil.
ATTENTION:
NE PAS UTILISER SUR TAPIS
OU PLANCHER MOUILLE.
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WARNING:
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CENTRAL VAC OWNERS
Dirt Devil®Pro Series 390, 590 & 890
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not vent into a wall, a ceiling, or concealed space of a building or structure.
Manufactured by HP Products, Louisville, OH P/N 8267-03
MÉTHODE DE MISE À LA TERRE
ODLE A
GROUNDING METHOD
FIG. A
Dirt Devil®branded central vacuums are manufactured under exclusive license
from Royal®Appliance Mfg. Co. by: H-P PRODUCTS, INC. • Louisville, Ohio 44641
1-800-822-8356 or 330-875-5556 • Fax [phone]

Dirt Devil
®
Pro Series Central Vacuum System
General Information
Do Not Store Objects on top of the
power unit. This will block the motor
cooling ventilation. Restricting the
cooling airflow may shorten the
motor life.
The central vacuum is designed to
vacuum ordinary household dirt and
dust. The system is designed for
dry pickup. A Wetvac accessory is
needed if the system will be used
for liquid pickup.
The central vacuum system is a net-
work of inlet valves, 2” PVC tubing,
and low voltage wiring installed in
the walls of your home. To operate
the system, simply plug the hose
into an inlet valve, attach the clean-
ing tool to the curved hose end
and begin vacuuming. The dirt is
transported through the in-wall tube
system back to the dirt canister (lo-
cated on the power unit).
Caution: Do not allow the motor
to remain turned on, unless a hose is
connected or an inlet valve is open. If
air is not permitted to pass through the
fan blades, damage may occur to the
motor.
Operating Instructions
Using the Central Vacuum System
is easy. Simply raise the inlet valve
lid, insert the hose end and attach
the desired cleaning tool to the
hose wand. The Power Unit is acti-
vated when the hose is inserted into
the valve.
Emptying the Dirt
Canister & Replacing
The Filter Cartridge
The dirt canister – where the vac-
uumed dirt is deposited – is the
removable lower portion of the
power unit. The canister needs to
be removed and emptied when it
is 1/2 - 2/3 full. The filter cartridge
should be replaced once a year.
When the dirt canister is removed
the Cyclonic Cone will be visible.
The cone is designed to stay
attached to the body of the power
unit when the dirt canister is
removed. The cone is removable
to allow access to the replaceable
pleated filter. To replace the cone,
follow the steps listed under
replacing the filter.
Follow these steps to empty the
dirt canister (refer to Illustration #1)
Make sure the Power Unit is OFF.
1) Disengage the canister latches
located on opposite sides of the
power unit.
2) Remove the dirt canister.
3) Dispose of canister contents in
trash receptacle.
4) Raise the empty dirt canister to the
proper location under the power
unit and engage the latches.
5) Be certain the dirt canister and
the cyclonic cone seal are “seat-
ed” properly to the body of the
unit.
Follow these steps to replace the
Þ lter cartridge
(refer to Illustration #2)
Make sure the Power Unit is OFF.
1) Unlatch and remove the Dirt Can-
ister.
2) Remove the cyclonic cone by
pulling down on it. Place cone
in dirt canister.
3) Remove the pleated filter by
turning the filter latch 90° (counter-
clockwise) to disengage the filter.
(The filter latch is located at the
bottom of the pleated filter)
4) Insert new pleated filter (p/n
8106-01) and engage filter latch
(by rotating it 90° clockwise until
you feel it snap in place).
5) Raise the dirt canister (with cone
inside) to the proper location
under the power unit and engage
the latches.
6) Be certain the dirt canister and
cyclonic cone seal are “seated”
properly to the body of the unit.
General Power Unit
Maintenance
The simple care and maintenance
instructions included here will
help ensure trouble-free use of the
central vacuum system.
•Do not place objects on top of the
power unit. The motor could
overheat.
•Do not allow the motor to remain
“on” unless a hose is connected or
an inlet valve is open. If airflow is
not permitted to flow through fan
blades, motor damage may occur.
•Empty the dirt canister when it is
1/2 - 2/3 full.
• Change the filter cartridge once a
year.
•The power unit does not require
any lubrication.
• The exterior of the power unit can
be wiped with a clean, dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or
water as an electrical shock may
occur.
• For additional service contact a
qualified service person.
Troubleshooting the
system
Motor Fails to Turn On:
• Check the main fuse or circuit
breaker at the main power supply
panel of your home. Reset breaker
or replace fuses if necessary.
•Check the Power unit reset button
located above the power cord.
Pressing the button should restore
operation.
• If the circuit protector continues to
trip off after a short period of
time, the motor brushes may be
worn out. Call a qualified service
person for service.
Loss of Vacuum
If the system shows a loss of vac-
uum power, check the following:
•The dirt receptacle and filter may
need cleaned – follow instructions
in this guide.
• The hose may be clogged – To
check if there is an obstruction,
unplug the hose and insert an
object that is smaller then the
diameter of the hose (A butter
knife works well). Pass the object
completely through the hose, if
it stops that will indicate where
the obstruction is located. A dry
garden hose can be inserted into
the hose to help push obstruction
through.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
•Cyclonic Cone Seal may not be
properly seated – Follow instructions
for replacing the dirt canister.
•Tube lines may be obstructed
– First check the 90 degree elbow
located directly behind the inlet
valves, if an obstruction occurs
it will usually not make it past
this elbow. If the obstruction is
not visible at the elbow, attempt
to purge the tubing at each inlet
valve. To do this, connect the
ILLUS. #1
Dirt Devil
®
Pro Series Filtered Cyclonic
MODELS: 390, 590 & 890
Filter
Cartridge
Filter Latch
(turn 90°to
disengage filter)
Dirt Canister
Cyclonic
Cone Seal
Cyclonic Cone
ILLUS. #2
hose and use your hand to stop
airflow at the end of the hose for
a couple seconds, let airflow re-
sume. Repeat if necessary.
• If necessary call a qualified service
person to perform required main-
tenance.
Obtaining Service Under Warranty:
To obtain repair on warranted parts
contact the seller of the system with
the power unit serial number.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MODELS 390, 590 & 890
All Permanently installed components of the Dirt Devil®Built-In Central Vacuum System are warranted
to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and care as long as the original
consumer purchaser owns the home of original installation or until the power unit is removed from its
original installation, whichever occurs first.
In the event of a defect in permanently installed components of the Dirt Devil®System, an authorized
dealer should be contacted. Repaired or replacement parts (at our option) will be provided to you for any
items under warranty. Filter cartridges are not covered under warranty and should be replaced yearly.
Attachments
Dirt Devil®cleaning attachments including:turbine power brushes,non-electric hoses, wands, tools
and tool caddies are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and care for three (3) years from original date of consumer purchase. Electric power brushes and hoses,
are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and care for one
(1) year from original date of consumer purchase. In the event of a defect in a Dirt Devil®attachment,
a repaired or replacement (at our option) part will be provided to you for any item(s) under warranty.
There is no warranty for consumable items such as light bulbs, belts and beater brushes.
Limitations of Warranty
The lifetime warranty begins on the date of the original purchase of the unit. This warranty specifically
excludes and there is no warranty on original or replacement filter cartridges and further excludes any
damage due to shipping and handling or damage due to installation,or faulty installation.
In order to obtain coverage under this warranty, an owner must provide proof of purchase or have reg-
istered the Dirt Devil® Central Vacuum Power Unit at 1-800-822-8356 or online at cvacregistration.com,
or by completing and mailing the warranty registration card. In addition, to recover under this warranty,
an owner must have provided normal care and maintenance for the unit including, but not limited to,
replacing the filter cartridge as needed and recommended by the Instruction Manual.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WAR-
RANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY ORWARRANTIES OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. THIS WARRANTY COVERS ONLY THE LI-
ABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY DESCRIBED HEREIN,WHICH IS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT,AND THERE
IS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROMTHE
USE OF THIS PRODUCT ORTHE FAILURE OF THIS PRODUCT.
H-P Products, Inc. • 512 W. Gorgas Street • Louisville, OH 44641 • 1-800-822-8356
Dirt Devil®Pro Series