Dirt Devil Power DUO UD70170 User manual

Power DUO™
Carpet + Hard Floor Cyclonic Upright
MANUAL
# 961151950 / ID113543 / R0 1/15
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Model #'s UD70170 / UD20125 / UD20125B

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PRODUCT
REGISTRATION
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Model #:
Mfg. Code:
(Mfg. code located on the back or bottom of product)
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Hint: Attach your sales receipt to this Owner’s manual. Verification of date of purchase may be
required for warranty service of your Dirt Devil®product.
Congrats on purchasing your new Power DUO™
Carpet + Hard Floor Cyclonic Upright Vacuum.
Inside, you’ll find everything you want to know
from the tools to how to.
So what are you waiting for? LET’S GO.™
This product uses the following parts:
BELT STYLE F15
PRE-MOTOR FILTER F94
EXHAUST FILTER
F86
Find GENUINE Replacement Parts at www.dirtdevil.com
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Quick Start Assembly 6
Tools 8
How to 12
Troubleshooting 18
Limited Warranty 19

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WARNING
IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. IF
USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Fully assemble before operating.
• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning or servicing.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under.
Close supervision is necessary when used near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep
children away from product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other objects
into any openings.
• 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 for
inspection prior to continuing use.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. 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 plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any objects 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 before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to
prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor.
Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
• Unplug before connecting Turbo Tool.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Do not use without filters and/or dirt cup in place.
• WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.

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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may cause damage.
• Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.
• With brushroll on, do not allow cleaner to sit in one location for an extended period of time,
as damage to floor can result.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
A THERMAL PROTECTOR HAS BEEN DESIGNED INTO
YOUR CLEANER TO PROTECT IT FROM OVERHEATING.
WHEN THE THERMAL PROTECTOR ACTIVATES THE
CLEANER WILL STOP RUNNING.
If this happens proceed as follows:
1. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Inspect the nozzle inlet, hose connector, hose, dirt cup inlet, cyclonic lter,
rinsable lter, and HEPA lter. Clear obstructions if present.
4. When cleaner is unplugged and motor cools for 30 minutes, the thermal
protector will deactivate and cleaning may continue.
If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the
above steps, your cleaner needs servicing.

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INSERT CLEANING
WAND INTO TOP OF VAC.
SECURE YOUR HOSE
HERE AND HERE.
NOW, WRAP THE CORD
AROUND CORD HOOKS!

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PLUG IN THE CORD AND
PRESS HERE TO POWER UP.
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QUICK START
HOLD NOZZLE DOWN
WITH FOOT AND PULL
BACKWARDS ON HANDLE.
YOUR POWER
DUO™IS READY
TO CLEAN! NEED HELP?
Go to dirtdevil.com/support or
contact our Customer Service
Department at [phone]
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. EST Mon. - Fri.
or Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST.
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1. Press the wand release button.
*
ONDEMAND
CLEANING WAND
*Accessories not included on all models.
2. Pull wand up & out.
3. Push the tools on the wand
for convenient cleaning.
When you’re done, twist &
pull to take them off.

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TOOLS
*
EXTENSION WAND:
Attach to cleaning wand
for longer reach on above
and hard floor cleaning.
VAC+DUST FLOOR TOOL
WITH SWIPES™:
Vacuum and dust most
hard floor surfaces.
2IN1 COMBO TOOL: Use
the Crevice Tool for tight
spaces, corners and along
stair edges and baseboards.
Try the Dusting Brush for
furniture, table tops, lamps,
blinds and more.Press the
lock button (A) down and slide
to switch between modes.
TURBO TOOL®: For upholstered
furniture, draperies, mattresses
and stairs.
CAUTION
Not to be used for grooming a pet.
WARNING
Unplug vacuum before connecting hose,
wand or tools.
COMPLETE
ONBOARD TOOLKIT
*Accessories not included on all models.
OR
A
A

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*
HARD FLOOR CLEANING WITH SWIPES™
Vac+Dust Floor Tool with SWIPES™ Washable Microfiber Dusting Pad
picks up dirt, dust, debris & pet hair. Your Power Duo™will get the rest.
1. Slide one side in pocket and
then the other.
2. The vacuum picks up dirt and
debris from your hard floors
while the Microfiber SWIPES™
pad picks up the rest.
SUCTION

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TOOLS
ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING
WITH SWIPES™
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent the cleaner from falling,
always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in
injury or damage. When using tools, always ensure handle is in upright position.
CAUTION
*
2. Attach extension wand
and 2-in-1 tool for
improved cleaning.
1. Remove On-Demand Cleaning
Wand for convenient above
floor cleaning.

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1. Dump the dirt when it's full. 2. Push the release button (A)
then pull out the dirt cup.
EMPTY THE DIRT CUP
3. Now ditch the dirt by pushing
the lower button (B). Give it a
wipe to remove dust.
4. Place back in bottom first.
Push the top of the cup against
the back panel and it'll click
into place.
This would be a good point to check the condition of your filter. Dirty? Check out page 13 for
cleaning steps.
To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug before cleaning or
servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or filters in place.
WARNING
A
B

HOW TO
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CLEAN THE RINSABLE FILTER
1. Remove the dirt cup.
3. Rinse with water until the dirt
disappears. Ring it out, then
let it air dry for 24 hours or
until dry.
2. See the filter beneath the
dirt cup? Lift it.
4. Put it back in, all the way
to the bottom.
For replacement filter F94 visit dirtdevil.com or call us at [phone].

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CLEAN THE EXHAUST
FILTERS
1. Push the tab on the front of the
cover to pivot out.
3. Put the dry filter back. Now
line up the filter cover with
the bottom tabs first and then
snap back into place.
2. Pull out the filter, rinse dirt
from both sides, and let air dry
for 24 hours before reinstalling
or until dry.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug before
cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt
cup or filters in place.
For replacement filter F86 visit dirtdevil.com or call us at [phone].

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before
cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt
cup or filters in place.
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HOW TO
CLEAN THE CYCLONIC
ASSEMBLY
1. Twist & open the dirt cup. 2. Use the Dusting Tool to clean
the cyclonic assembly.

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CLEAN THE
BRUSHROLL
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts - Unplug
before servicing.
1. Turn your Power Duo™over.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to
take off the 6 screws. Lift off
the bottom plate.
2. Place roller lifter in
upright position.
4. Lift up the roller lifter here and
put the plate back on. Secure
with screws then push the
Roller Lifter down until it clicks.
3. Clean the brushroll.

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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts - Unplug
before servicing.
1. Turn your Power Duo™over.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to
take off the 6 screws. Lift off
the bottom plate.
3. Slip belt around the brushroll
in area without bristles (A)
and metal pin (B). Align the
brushroll in pockets at end of
nozzle. Put the plate back on
and screw together.
HOW TO
REPLACE THE BELT
2. Then take off that old belt.
Slide on a new belt with the
lettering on the outside.
For replacement belt style F15 visit dirtdevil.com or call us at [phone].
B
A
LUBRICATION:
The motor and brushroll are
equipped with bearings which
contain sufficient lubrication for
their lifetime. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage.
Do not add lubricant to motor
or brushroll.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it
to a service center prior to continuing use.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Vacuum
won’t run
1. Power cord not firmly
plugged into outlet.
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. No voltage in wall plug. 2. Check fuse or breaker in home.
3. Blown fuse or tripped
breaker.
3. Replace fuse/reset breaker in home.
4. Thermal Protector activated. 4. Unplug and allow vacuum to cool for 30min.
(This willl reset the thermal protector)
Dust escaping
from vacuum
1. Dirt cup full. 1. Empty dirt cup.
2. Dirt cup not installed
correctly.
2. Review Dirt Cup removal & replacement.
3. Hose not installed correctly. 3. Review Hose installation.
4. Rinsable and/ or Filter
made with HEPA media
not installed completely.
4. Review Filter Removal and Cleaning.
Smoky/burning
smell detected
1. Belt broken or stretched. 1. Replace brushroll belt.
2. Brushroll is clogged. 2. Clear/remove debris from brushroll.
Vacuum tools
won’t pick-up
1. Hose clogged 1. Remove hose and tools; remove obstruction.
2. Dirt cup full 2. Empty dirt cup.
3. One or both filters are
clogged.
3. Remove both filters and clean.
4. Release handle/wand to
actuate internal valve.
4. Pull handle up and out of unit.
5. Vacuum not picking
up debris.
5. Brushroll could be turned off or the belt
could be broken.
To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug before cleaning or servicing.
WARNING
NOTE: Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative. If appliance
is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water,
take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

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LIMITED
WARRANTY
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner’s Manual, your Dirt
Devil®product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship. During the Warranty
Period, We will provide labor and parts, at no cost to you, to correct any such defect in products purchased
in the United States, U.S. Military Exchanges and Canada.
HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM
If this product is not as warranted, take or send the product to a Dirt Devil®Authorized Warranty Service
Dealer along with proof of purchase. For an automated referral to authorized service outlets in the U.S.A.,
phone: [phone] OR visit Dirt Devil®online at www.DirtDevil.com. For additional assistance or
information concerning this Warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets, phone the Dirt Devil®
Consumer Response Center, Phone [phone], Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
This Warranty does not cover: use of the product in a commercial operation (such as maid, janitorial and
equipment rental services), brushroll, belt, bags, filters, improper maintenance of the product, damage due
to misuse, acts of God, nature, vandalism or other acts beyond the control of Royal Appliance Mfg. Co.
(“Royal”, “we”), owner’s acts or omissions, use outside the country in which the product was initially
purchased and resales of the product by the original owner. This warranty does not cover pick up, delivery,
transportation or house calls.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside the United States, including its territories and
possessions, outside a U.S. Military Exchange and outside of Canada. This warranty does not cover
products purchased from a party that is not an authorized retailer, dealer, or distributor of Royal products.
OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS
This Warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned. This Warranty shall be governed and construed
under the laws of the state of Ohio. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement or repair
performed under this Warranty. THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED
BY ROYAL. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL
ROYAL BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND OR NATURE TO OWNER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH OWNER, WHETHER BASED IN
CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR STRICT PRODUCTS LIABILITY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE
WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion of consequential damages, so the above exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have others that vary from
state to state.

Call our Customer
Service Department
at [phone]
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. EST Mon. - Fri.
or Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST.
www.dirtdevil.com
Find GENUINE
Replacement Parts at
www.dirtdevil.com
This product uses the following parts:
BELT STYLE F15
PRE-MOTOR FILTER F94
EXHAUST FILTER F86
OUR VACS SPEAK
VOLUMES
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