Eureka 3281 Series User manual

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Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Household Type
Aspiradora vertical
tipo doméstico
Aspirateur vertical
de type résidentiel
© 2009 Electrolux Home Care Products, nc. Printed in China PN82582
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Table o Contents
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
How to Identify Parts of Va uum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Maintenan e S hedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Dust cup, filter, screen and HEPA filter.
How to Use Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Crevice tool, extension wand, dusting brush,
bare floor nozzle, turbo nozzle and stair hose.
How to aintain Your Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintain brush roll, replace EXT-U brush roll belt and change light bulb.
How to Clear a Blockage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hose blockages.
Eureka Limited Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Thermal Cut-Off and Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Spanish Owner’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
French Owner’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-20
Order Forms and Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22
Be ore You Start Your Vacuum Cleaner
Re er to Quick Start Guide or assembly and use.This Owner’s Guide provides
important instructions to prolong the li e o your Eureka vacuum cleaner.
Inspection
Carefully unpack and inspect your new Eureka vacuum cleaner for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and
thoroughly inspected before shipping. For instructions regarding any shipping damage, call Eureka
Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 immediately.
Follow caution information wherever you see this symbol.
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Where to Find Important Vacuum In ormation
Keep this information
Write the model, type and serial number here:
Date of purchase (keep your receipt) _______________
Model number and type _________________________
Serial number _________________________________
Find these numbers on a label on the lower back side
of the vacuum cleaner. Refer to these numbers when
ordering parts and accessories or if service is needed.

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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 off the switch and unplug 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. f vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center before using.
• Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use cord as a handle. Do not 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 and contains a revolving brush roll. Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not place vacuum cleaner on furniture or stairs as the brush roll may cause damage. Use
extra care when cleaning stairs. Place vacuum cleaner on floor with the handle in storage
position while using attachments.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust cup, filter and screen, and HEPA exhaust filter in place.
• Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid touching the belt pulley
when servicing the drive belt.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may be present.
• Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
• Unplug before connecting turbo nozzle.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUU CLEANER
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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. f the plug does not fit fully
into the outlet, reverse the plug. f it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
otor
Do Not Oil the motor or the brush roll at any time. The bearings are permanently lubricated
and sealed.

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How to Identi y Parts o Vacuum Cleaner
EXT-U Belt
HEPA filter
HF7
S reen
Filter
DCF21
Brush Roll
Handle
Turbo nozzle
Power switch
Filter, cover and screen
(located inside dust cup)
Dust cup
Nested crevice tool
& extension wand
HEPA filter compartment
Height adjustment knob
Brush roll cover
Headlight Handle
release
Hose
Cord retainer
Handle height
adjustment
Carrying handle
Quick release cord wrap
Power cord
Dusting brush
Lower cord wrap
Hose retainer
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule is also located on back side o dust cup.
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READ ALL NSTRUCT ONS BEFORE US NG TH S VACUUM CLEANER. Moving parts! Make sure power switch is in OFF (O) position before plugging in power cord.
DUST CUP – Empty after ea h use
HEPA FILTER HF7 – Repla e within 6 months
Close bottom lid
until it li ks.
Press lever to release bottom lid.
Debris will empty.
BRUSH ROLL – Clean monthly
EXT-U BELT – Repla e worn, ut or out of shape belt
Lay leaner flat, grasp over and pull off. Lift out filter and repla e.
FILTER DCF21 – Clean or repla e regularly, to maintain su tion
Empty up. Pull ba k
lat h to lift off lid.
Pull out filter over,
filter and s reen.
Align lid at front; press down
until lid snaps into pla e.
Rinse dust up;
dry thoroughly.
Reinstall s reen,
filter and over.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Available on some models
Turbo nozzle
Turbo nozzle clip
Filter over
Brush debris from filter,
over and
s reen. Wash and
dry thoroughly, as needed.

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Dusting Brush
Use for furniture, drapes and vents.
Bare Floor Nozzle and Wand
(with some models or available for purchase)
Use for hard surfaces.
Place dusting brush on end of hose,
wand or crevice tool.
Turbo Nozzle and Stair Hose
(with some models or available for purchase)
Use for furniture and stairs.
ake sure vacuum is below you,
pushed against the bottom step.
1) f model has additional stair hose,
attach to end of hose.
2) Attach turbo nozzle to the end
of wand and hose.
Crevice Tool and Extension Wand
Use for baseboards and corners.
Grasp crevice tool and wand near ridges
and pull apart. Push crevice tool into
wand and place on end of hose.
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Handle must be in upright position.
Raise height adjustment to ‘high carpet’ before using accessories.
Replace hose end into hose retainer after using accessories.
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How to Use Accessories