Dirt Devil Platinum Force User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
Operating and Servicing
Instructions
Cleaner assembly may
include small parts.
Small parts can present
a choking hazard.
Please read these
instructionscarefull)
before using your
Platinum Force"
HandVac.
Let us help you
put your vacuum
together or answer
any questions, call
1-800-321-1134
(USA & Canada)
www.dirtdevil.com
For quick reference, please recordyour
vacuum informationbelow.
Model
#:
Mfg. Code:
(Mfg. code locatedon the lower backsideof cleaner)
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
THlS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLDUSE ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When you use an appliance, basic precautionsshould always be followed, including
. .
the foliowing:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THlS APPLIANCE
- ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNATTENDED
WARNING - FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING - THE CORDS, WIRES AND/OR CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THlS PROD-
UCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING LEAD OR LEAD COMPOUNDS, KNOWN
TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR
OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplugfrom outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as atoy. Close attention is necessarywhen used by or
near children.
Use only as described inthis manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Ifappliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a
service centerfor inspection. Call
1-800-321 -1 134 for the nearest 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, graspthe plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliancewith wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
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.
Turn off all controls beforeunplugging.
- 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.
Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all label and marking instructions.
Do not use an extensioncord with this cleaner.

Keep end of hose, wands and other openingsaway from your face and body. Keep
your hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts; especiallythe revolving
brush.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner without dirt container andlor filters in place.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use when damaged, cut, or punctured.
Avoid picking up sharp objects.
Always turn off this appliance beforeconnecting or disconnecting motorizednozzle.
Approved by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturer'sAssociation ExecutiveCommittee,
April
29, 1987.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARN I NG: TO reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliancehas a polar-
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarizedoutlet
only one way. Ifthe plug does notfit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does notfit, contact a qualified electricianto installthe proper outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way.
NOTE: RETURNWARRANTY CARD TO REGISTER YOUR CLEANER

CONGRATULATIONS
You are now the proud owner of the Dirt Devil" Platinum
Force" Hand Vac, with Power You Can See"! You'll never
buy another bag again with the unique bagless design that
includes a see-through dirt container for retrieving lost
items. And now you'll never buy another belt again with a
new permanent belt system that never needs to be changed.
You'll also enjoysuperior cleaning performance with
6 amps
of power. We trust your new purchase will bring you many
years of satisfaction.
We are very proud of our products and hope that you are
equally satisfied with their quality and performance.
Thank you for your support of Dirt Devil" products.
Visit our website atwww.dirtdevil.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Saftey Instructions ............................................ Page 2,3
Feature Descriptions ........................................ Page 5
Howto Operate ................................................ Page 6
Attachment Usage .......................................... Page 6,7
Dirt Container & Filter: Removal
& Replacement ................................................. Page 8
Belt and Brushroll: Removal & Replacement ... Page 9
TroubleshootingGuide ...................................... Page 9
LIMITED WARRANTY
To the consumer, RoyalApplianceMfg. Co. warrants this vacuum cleaner to be free of defects inmateri-
al or workmanship commencingupon the date of the ori inal purchase. Refer to your vacuum cleaner
cartonfor the lengthof warrantyand save your original siesreceiptto validatestart ofwarrantyperiod.
Ifthe vacuum cleaner should becomedefectivewithin thewarranty period, we will repairor replaceany
defective parts free of charge. The complete machine must be delivered to any ROYALw
Author~zedSales
& Warranty Serv~ceStation. Pleaseincludecompletedescri tion of the problem, day
of purchase, copy of original sales receiptand your name, address and te1epRone number Ifyou are
not near aWarranty Stat~on,call the factor for assistanceat USA
& Canada:
1-800-321-1
134. Use only genuine Royal replacement parts.
The warranty does not include unusualwear, damage resulting from accident or unreasonableuse of
the vacuum cleaner. This warranty does not cover brushes, flat belts, filters and bulbs. This warranty
does not cover unauthorizedreoalrs. This warrantv aives vou soecific leaal riahts and vou mav also
d d
have other rights (Other rights hayvary from state'tGstateJin thiUSA).

1. Detachable Power Head
2. Revolving Brushroll
8. Power Cord
9. Dirt Cup Latch Release
3. Power Nozzle Release Button 10. crevice Tool Storage
4. OnlOff Switch I I. Electrified Hose
5. Crevice Tool 12. Carry Strap
6. See Thru Dirt Cup 13. Hose Locking Ring
7. Filter

Plug cord into electrical
outlet. Turn power on.
WARNING: ALWAYS TURN OFF APPLIANCE BEFORECONNECTING OR DISCONNECT-
ING MOTORIZEDNOZZLE.
REMOVE DETACHABLE
POWER NOZZLE
Pressthe power nozzle Removeby sliding power Power reach nozzle with
release button. nozzleto the right. revolvingbrushrollallows
you to clean in hard to
reach places.
REATTACH POWER
NOZZLE
Lineuptabswith grooves
and slide until the power
nozzlelocks intoplace.

Turn hose locking ring to the Pull hoseout of power nozzle
unlock position(clockwise). away from unit.
REATTACH HOSE
Reattach hose by lining up Secure into place by turning
tabs on power nozzle with locking hose ring to the lock
grooves on hose and push position (counterclockwise).
intoplace.
INSERT
CREVICE TOOL
Use hose for hard to reach
areas.
'Also see crevicetool usage.
CREVICE TOOL
USAGE
I I
Removecrevicetoolfrom the
back of unit.
REPLACE
CREVICE TOOL
--
Insertcrevicetoolintothe end Usecrevicetoolto cleantight Replace crevice tool by lin-
of hose. comers. inguptab increvicetool with
slot increvice tool storage.

Press dirt cup release latch. Graspfilter from the center. Pullfilter out of dirt cup
Rock dirt cup down and
away from unit.
Empty contents into waste-
basket. For best results.
lightly tap filter against
wastebasket to remove
remaining dirt.
DIRT CUP
REPLACEMENT
Returnfilter to dirt cup Reattachby aligning slot on Tilt dirt cup up until it locks
dirt cupwith base of unit. intoplace.

This vacuum contains a permanent belt. If you experience problems
with this unit, pleasecall 1-800-321-1134 (USA
& Canada) to locate
the nearest Service Center.
WARNING: TO REDUCERISK OF PERSONAL INJUR
PROBLEM I POSSIBLEREASON
3. Needsservice.
Cleaner won't
run 1. Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet.
2. Blownfuse or tripped breaker.
pick-upor low correctly.
suction 2. Dirt containerfull.
Motorized
nozzlewon't run
3. Cloggedfilter.
4. Nozzleldirtpassage hose
clogged.
1. Hosenot installed into
nozzle correctly.
2. The protective device is
tripped.
I
5. Brushrollworn.
16. Broken or worn belt.
Dust escaping
from cleaner 1. Dirt containerfull.
2. Dirt container not installed
correctly.
3. Hosenot installed into
power nozzle correctly.
4. Filternot installed correctly.
won't pickup 2. Dirt container full.
- UNPLUGCLEANER BEFORE SERVICING
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Plug unit infirmly.
2. Checkfuse or breaker. Replace
fuseheset breaker.
3. Take to service center or call
1-800-321-1134.
1. Reviewhose installation
- Pg. 6.
2. Turn untiloff and check for clogs.
Wait 1 minute, then turn back on.
1. Reviewdirt container removaland
replacement
- Pg. 7.
2. Emptydirt contamer - Pg. 7.
3. Removefilter and clean - Pg. 7.
4. Removebase nozzle cover; remove
obstruction OR Remove hose; remov
obstruction.
5. Replacebrushroll - Take to a service
center or call 1-800-321-1134.
6. Replacebelt - Take to a service
center or call 1-800-321-1134.
1. Emptydirt container
- Pg. 7.
2. Reviewdirt container removaland
replacement
- Pg. 7.
3. Reviewhose installation - Pg. 6.
4. Reviewfilter installation - Pg. 7.
1. Remove hose and tools; remove
obstruction
- Pg. 6.
2. Emptydirt container - Pg. 7.
3. Cleanfilter - Pg. 7.
ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN
AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
CUSTOMER SERVICE 11-800-321 -1 134)
Inthe event that further assistance is required, see your ~kllowPagesfor an authorize8
RoyalQDealer. Costsof anv transportationto and from anv place of re~airare to be paid bv
the-owner. The service used in this unit are easily repiaced and ;eadily availablefrom an
authorized RoyalQDealer or retailer. Always identify your cleaner by the model numberand
manufacturingcode when requesting information or ordering replacementparts. (The model
number appears on the bottomof the cleaner.)