Eureka 160 Series User manual

Lightweight
Vacuum Cleaner
Household Type
Owner’s Guide
160 Series
For location of nearest
Eureka Warranty Station
or Service Information
call 1-800-282-2886.
Index
Important Safeguards .............2
Service Information ................. 4
Identify Parts ...........................5
Assemble .............................5-6
Use..........................................6
Dust Cup .................................7
Dust Cup Filter ........................8
Customer Order ......................9
Warranty........................... 11-12
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Whenusinganelectricappliance,basicprecautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
•Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
•Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in.Turn offthe switch andunplug the
electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
•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 vacuum cleaner is not working as it should,
hasbeendropped,damaged,leftoutdoors,or dropped into water,returnit to a service
center before using.
•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 vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
•Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.
•Turn off all controls before unplugging.
•Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
•Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with 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 airflow.
•This vacuum cleaner creates suction. Some models contain a revolving brush roll.
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.
•Do not use without dust cup filter in place.
•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.
•Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
•Keep your work area well lighted.
•Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ
Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent
être observées, incluant les suivantes:
LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE ASPIRATEUR.
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique ou blessure:
•N’utilisez pas a l’extérieur ou sur une surface mouillée.
•Ne quitte pas l’aspirateur lorsqu’il est branche. Fermer le poste et débrancher la
corde électrique lorsqu’il n’est pas en marche et/ou avant de le repérer.
•N’utilisezpas comme unjouet. Portez attention l’orsque vousl’utilisez pies oupar un
enfant.
•Utilisez seulement comme décrit dans ce livret. Utilisez seulement les accessoires
recommandes par le fabricant.
•N’utilisez pas avec une corde ou prise endommagée. Si l’aspirateur ne fonctionne
pascommeillefaut,s’yilaétééchappe,endommage,laisseal’extérieur,ouéchappe
dans l’eau, retourne l’aspirateur a un centre de réparation avant de s’en servir.
•Ne tirez pas et ne portez pas par le corde, utilisez la corde comme une poignée,
fermez un porte sur la corde, ou tirez la corde autour des coins aigu. Ne passez pas
l’aspirateur sur la corde. Éloignez la corde des surfaces chaudes.
•N’utilisez pas la corde électrique ou la prise de courant avec insuffisamment de
capacité de courant.
•Fermez tout les contrôle avant de débrancher.
•Ne débranchez pas en tirant sur la corde. Pour débrancher saisir la prise, non
la corde.
•Ne touchez pas la prise ou l’aspirateur avec les mains mouillées.
•Ne mettez aucun objets dans les ouvertures. N’utilisez pas avec des ouvertures
bouches;gardez librede poussière,tissue ouate,cheveux et n’importe quoi qui peut
réduire la courant atmosphérique.
•Cet aspirateur crée de la succion. Quelque modèles contient un rouleau-brosse
tournant. Tenir les parties mobiles et les ouvertures loin des cheveux, des habits,
des doigts et de toute partie du corps.
•Ne ramassez rien qui brûle ou fument, tel que cigarettes, allumettes, ou des cendres
chaudes.
•N’utilisez pas sans le filtre de tasse de poussière en place.
•Utilisez des précautions lorsque vous nettoyé sur des escaliers.
•N’utilisez pas pour ramasser des liquides inflammable ou combustible, tel que de
l’essence, ou utilise dans les endroits ou ses derniers peuvent être présent.
•Entreposez votre aspirateur a l’intérieur dans un endroit propre et sec.
•Garder votre lieu de travail bun éclaire.
•Débrancher les appareils électrique avant de les balayer.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS3

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 into 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.
Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, cetappareilestmuni d’une fiche polarisée
(unedes lames estplus large). Cette fiche nepeut être inséréedans une prisepolarisée
qued’une seule façon.Si la fichene peut êtreinsérée dans la prise,retourner la fiche.Si
lafiche ne peuttoujours pas être insérée dansla prise, faireinstaller une priseadéquate
par un électricien qualifie. Ne pas modifier la fiche.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Use the cleaner to pick up dirt and dust particles.Avoid picking up hard or sharp objects
that could damage the vacuum cleaner.
Service Information
The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For additional
service information, telephone our toll free number for the nearest Eureka Authorized
Warranty Station. You should know the model, type and serial number or date code
when you call: USA: 1-800-282-2886
Mexico: 5670-6169
Canada: 1-800-282-2886
If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 North Main
Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. In Canada write to The Eureka Company, 866
Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Refer to The Eureka Warranty for complete
service information.
DO NOT OIL the motor or the brush roll. The motor and brush roll are permanently
sealed and lubricated.
Rating Plate
The rating plate on the back of the vacuum
cleaner shows the model number. For prompt
and complete service, always refer to these
numbers.
Model and Type No. __________________
Serial No. or Date Code _______________
THE EUREKA COMPANY
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61701 USA
HOUSEHOLD TYPE
MODEL TYPE SERIAL #
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Identify Parts
HOW TO ASSEMBLE
Assemble completely before using.
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On/Off Switch
Dust Cup Latch
Brush Roll (optional)
(inside nozzle)
Handle Grip
Dust Cup Filter
(inside dust cup)
Handle
Handle
Bolt
Detail A
Dust Cup
1
Lock Button
Lock Button
2. Attach Handle Grip
Locate the handle bolt in the
accessory package.
Alignthehole in the handlewiththe
hole in the handle grip and secure
with the 2-part handle bolt, see
Detail A. Tighten the handle bolt.
1. Attach Handle
Use your thumb to pull back on the lock button.
Push handle into top of cleaner. Insert end with
black knob into the cleaner.
Release lock button and rotate handle until it
locks into place.
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Handle

HOW TOASSEMBLE (continued)
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Upper Cord
Retaining Hook
Hang Cleaner
Lower Cord
Retaining Hook
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Nozzle with Edge Kleener®
The nozzle turns down for regular or low
profile cleaning. Airflow under the nozzle
automaticallydirects suction tothe edges
and corners for maximum full width
cleaning.
Off
Floors
3. Store Cord
Pull up on the electrical cord. Push
cord into cord retainer inside upper
cord hook. Wrap cord around upper
and lower cord hooks. Fasten plug to
electrical cord to prevent unwinding.
4. Store Unit
Use the hole in the handle to hang
the cleaner for storage.
HOW TO USE
Power Switch
NOTE: On models without the brush roll in the nozzle, the power switch will have
two positions, on and off.
1. Slide the power switch forward to turn on; slide backward to turn off.
2. Selecttypeofcleaning.Carpetcleaningstartsthebrushrollturning. Barefloorcleaning
stops the brush roll. NOTE: Some models do not have a brush roll.
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Dual Uses
To operate as a hand
vac remove the handle
by releasing the lock
button.
To operate as a stick vac
attach the upper handle.
Lock
Button
Carpets

HOW TO MAINTAIN
The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To keep the
cleaneroperating attop efficiencyempty the dust cup and clean the filter after eachuse.
Empty Dust Cup
NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service.
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Dust Cup Latch
1. Slide dust cup latch up.
2. Pull dust cup from handle section and lift
from the nozzle.
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5. To replace dust cup, fit dust cup down
into nozzle.
6. Gently squeeze the sections together
until the dust cup latch locks the cup in
place.
3. Pull filter out of dust cup.
4. Shake and brush the dust and dirt from
filter into waste container. (To clean filter
refer to dust cup filter section.)

1. Remove dust cup.
2. Pull dust cup filter out of dust cup.
3. Shake and brush the dust and dirt from
filter.
4. If desired, launder the filter by hand in
warm water using a mild detergent.
NOTE: The dust cup filter is not
dishwasher safe. Do not put in
diswasher.
5. Air dry thoroughly.
6. Replace filter in dust cup by pushing the
seallocated at the top infirmly to ensure
proper filter performance.
Clean Dust Cup Filter
NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service.
Clean the dust cup filter as necessary.
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Replace a dirty or torn filter. Order additional dust cup filters from The Eureka
Company, Bloomington, IL 61701. Order dust cup filter, part number 61544. To
place an order please telephone [phone].
Clean Brush Roll (on some models)
NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service.
The brush roll turns to sweep and comb the carpet nap. Keep the brush roll free from
hair and threads so it will continue cleaning. When the bristles of the brush roll no longer
touch a piece of cardboard held across the bottom plate, the brush roll is ineffective
because the bristles no longer touch the carpet nap. To maintain the most effective
cleaning, install a new brush roll.

VACUUM CLEANERS
The Eureka Company P.O. Box 2799 Bloomington, IL 61702-2799
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__________________ Model Number __________________ Type __________________ Serial Number
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to include
your model, type, and
serial numbers. These
numbers may be
found on the rating
plate.
Genuine Eureka Parts
Filter (96B, 162A, 164B, 169A) 61544 3.99 Filter Cage (96B, 162A, 164B, 169A) 61676 2.99 Filter (96A, 164A, 168A) 60777 2.79 Charging Stand w/Charger (96 only) 60778 14.29 Battery Pack (96 only) 60776 16.79
Total (prices subject to change without notice) Tax (add state and local taxes as required by law) Postage and Handling Charge (Withinthe U.S.A.)
TOTAL
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Printed in China
Method of Payment (No C.O.D.s)
Check or money order (payable to The Eureka Company). Do not send currency. Charge to my Visa (13/16 digits) MasterCard (13 digits) American Express (15 digits)
Acct. number Expiration date Signature (Full name as shown on account) _____________________________________________
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To Order
By Phone
1-800-
438-7352*
HOURS:
Call between 8 a.m.
and 4:45 p.m.
central standard time
Monday through Friday.
By FAX
1-309-823-5789
*En Mexico
llame al 5670-6169
By Mail
Simply fill out this
Order Form.
Please be sure to
include day
and evening
phone numbers.
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$3.75
Part No. Qty. Price (USD) Total
ORDER FORM
5/01
(Not applicable in Canada)
To Answer Problems or Questions for U.S.A. and Canada call:
1-800-282-2886*
7 a.m. to 8 p.m. central standard time Monday through Saturday
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THE EUREKA LIMITED WARRANTY
What This Warranty Covers
Your Eureka cleaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and workmanship in normal household use for a period of one year. The warranty is granted only to the original purchaser and members of his or her immediate household. The warranty is subject to the following provisions.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
• Parts of the cleaner that require replacement under normal use, such as disposable dust bags, filters, drive belts, light bulbs, and brush roll bristles. • Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with the Owner’s Guide. • Defects or damages caused by unauthorized service or the use of other than Genuine Eureka parts.
What The Eureka Company Will Do
The Eureka Company will, at its option, repair or replace a defective cleaner or cleaner part that is covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, the Eureka Company will not refund the consumer’s purchase price.
Warranty Registration
Please fill out and return the warranty registration card accompanying your cleaner.
Obtaining Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service you must return the defective cleaner or cleaner part along with proof of purchase to any Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. You will find the nearest location in the Yellow Pages, under “Vacuum Cleaners–Service and Repair.” Be certain that the Warranty Station is “Eureka Authorized.” For the location of the nearest Eureka Authorized Warranty Station or for service information, telephone toll free:
USA: 1-800-282-2886
Mexico: 5670-6169
Canada: 1-800-282-2886
If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 North Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701. In Canada write to The Eureka Company, 866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your community to obtain warranty repair, you must pay the shipping charges to the Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. Return shipping charges will be paid by the Warranty Station. When returning parts for repair, please include the model, type, and serial numbers from the data plate on the cleaner.

©2001 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
Part No. 59806A (5/01) Printed in China
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Further Limitations and Exclusions
Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner, including any warranty of Merchantability or any warranty for Fitness For A
Particular Purpose is limited to the duration of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Your relief for the breach of this warranty is limited to the relief expressly provided above. In no event shall Eureka be liable for any consequential or incidental damages you
may incur in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary by state.
Questions & Answers about Genuine Eureka Products
Q: Why should I use only Genuine Eureka paper bags, belts, and parts in my Eureka vacuum cleaner? A: Using Genuine Eureka Products, which are made to our exacting specifications and engineered with emphasis on quality, performance, and customer satisfaction,
ensures the long life and cleaning efficiency of your vacuum cleaner. Overall, this saves you money and helps to keep your home clean.
Q: How can I be sure I am using only Genuine Eureka products in my vacuum cleaner? A: Typically, packaged products and paper bags can be identified by a “Genuine Eureka Product” symbol (see illustration above). For further identification assistance,
you may call our toll-free number, 1-800-282-2886, for the location of a nearby Eureka Authorized Warranty Station.
Q: Are there any differences between “made to fit” or “imitation” and Genuine Eureka paper bags, belts, and parts? A: Yes, there are some very important differences in materials, quality, and reliability. Many customers have mistakenly purchased “imitation” paper bags and parts
while thinking they purchased genuine. Unfortunately, many of these customers discovered the differences after they experienced related difficulties.
For Genuine Eureka Value, Accept No Imitations!
THE EUREKA COMPANY
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
GENUINE
EUREKA PRODUCT