Eureka 8851AVZ User manual

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OW WN NE ER R’ ’S S G GU UI ID DE E
8850-8899 Series
© 2009 Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. Printed in China PN80241A
Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Household Type
Aspiradora Vertical
Tipo demestico
Aspirateur vertical
de type résidentiel
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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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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 HELPLI E 1-800-282-2886 immediately.
Follow caution information wherever you see this symbol.
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Table o Contents
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
How to Identify Parts of Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Filter Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Filter screen, foam filter, filter frame and HEPA filter
How to Use Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Telescopic self-cleaning duster, crevice tool, extension wand,
dusting brush, Power Paw
®
and stair hose
How to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintain brush roll, replace brush roll or cogged belt, and change light bulb
Check Filters Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Filters light, hose and air path 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
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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. If 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. eep 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. eep 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 screen, foam filter 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.
• eep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
• Unplug before connecting Power Paw.
®
Not for use on animals.
The Power Paw name is a registered trademark of Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL I STRUCTIO S BEFORE USI G THIS VACUUM CLEA ER
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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. 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.
WAR I G
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Motor
Do ot Oil the motor or the brush roll at any time. The bearings are permanently lubricated
and sealed.
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FILTER SCREEN – Wash & Clean
DUST CUP – Empty
FOAM PMF-1 & FILTER FRAME – Wash & Dry
WEEKLY
6 MONTHS
WEEKLY
EACH USE
HEPA FILTER HF10 – Replace
WASH AND CLEAN RETURN & LOCK
REMOVE CLOCKWISE
PULL OUT & EMPTY SLIDE LEVER TO CLOSE
SLIDE LEVER TO OPEN
REMOVE FOAM & FILTER FRAME AIR DRY COMPLETELY
WASH REINSTALL FILTERS
REMOVE FILTER FRAME LAY FLAT & UNLOCK DOOR REPLACE FILTER REPLACE DOOR & LOCK
How to Identi y Parts o Vacuum Cleaner
Brush Roll
Foam Filter
PMF-1
HEPA
Filter HF 10
Cogged Belt
Filter Screen
Filter Frame
Power Paw®
Filter Screen
Air Path Panel
Behind Dust Cup
Self-Cleaning Duster
Duster Activation nob
Headlight
Height Adjustment nob
Brush Roll Cover
Check Filters Light
On (I) / Off (O) Power Switch
On / Off Brush Roll Switch
Dust Cup & Lever
Foam & Filter Frame
HEPA Filter
Compartment
Check Brush Roll
Light
Brush Roll
Reset Button
Hose
Hose Wand
Power Cord
Hose Retainer
EZ Roll Wheels
Dusting Brush
Hose Support
Tool Caddy,
Carrying Handle &
Upper Cord Wrap
Nested Crevice Tool
& Extension Wand
Quick Release
Cord Wrap
Handle Release
Handle
MONTHLY BRUSH ROLL – Clean
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule is also located on back side o dust cup.
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Read all instructions before using this vacuum cleaner. Moving parts! Make sure power switch is in OFF (O) position before plugging in power cord.
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Handle must be in upright position to ensure that brush roll is lifted off the floor.
Make sure brush roll switch in in OFF (O) position before using accessories.
Replace hose end into duster chanber after using accessories.
Dusting Brush
Use for furniture, drapes, blinds,
bookshelves, lampshades and vents.
1) Remove hose from hose retainer
from back of vacuum.
2) Place dusting brush on end of hose,
wand or crevice tool.
Combination Crevice Tool and Extension Wand
Use for baseboards, corners and
between cushions
1) Grasp crevice tool near ridges and pull
apart.
2) Turn ridge end to center.
3) Push crevice tool into wand and place
on end of hose.
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How to Use Accessories
Telescopic Self-Cleaning Duster
Use for furniture, blinds, pictures and high-reach areas. Can be used in short or extended positions.
1) Activate static charge: Push power
switch ( I ) on and turn activation knob
for 10 seconds to clean or charge duster.
2) Turn vacuum off and remove duster
from cleaning chamber.
3) Short position: Dust low surfaces.
4) Extended position: Turn twist tabs
to extend. Push firmly to collapse
and turn to lock.
Power Paw®
Stair Hose (hose available for purchase). Use for furniture and stairs.
Make sure vacuum is below you,
pushed against the bottom step.
1) If model has additional stair hose,
attach to end of hose.
2) Attach Power Paw to the end of
wand or hose.
Make sure you turn off vacuum
before removing debris from
Power Paw.
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1) Remove HEPA filter. See directions
on page 2 for removing the HEPA filter.
2) Unscrew the lens and remove old
bulb (Fig. 10).
3) Push in new bulb, replace lens cover
and replace screw (Fig.11).
4) Replace HEPA filter, filter door, foam
filter and frame. Secure dust cup.
Change Light Bulb
Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged.
How to replace brush roll or belt
1) Use handle release to lower handle.
Turn vacuum over and remove
4 screws (Fig. 1).
2) Turn vacuum over to front side and
remove brush roll cover (Fig. 2).
3) Slide belt off brush roll motor gear.
Remove the brush roll and belt ( Fig. 3).
4) Place new belt around the brush roll.
Place brush roll into the base, then
place belt onto the motor gear (Fig. 4).
5) Rotate brush roll 2 turns to center
belt (Fig. 5).
6) Replace brush roll cover (Fig. 2).
7) Replace screws
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&
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closest to
the brush roll first. Then replace
screws
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(Fig. 6).
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Fig. 2
Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6
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Fig. 7 Fig. 8
Fig. 10 Fig. 11
Fig. 9
Fig. 3
Check Brush Roll Light
Turn vacuum off and unplug if
indicator light turns on.
1) Remove debris that caused the brush roll
motor to stall (Fig. 7).
Brush Roll Reset Button
1) Press reset button on the side of the brush
roll cover to reset motor (Fig. 8).
2)
Press top and bottom switches off (O) and
lower handle to vacuum carpet (Fig. 9).
How to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner
Make sure vacuum cleaner is turned off and power cord is unplugged
Check Cogged Belt. Replace if worn, cut or out of shape
Avoid touching the motor shaft when checking brush roll or belt.
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Maintain Brush Roll
Motor can become hot with normal use.
Do not remove end caps. Remove hair and threads from brush roll periodically.
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Check Filters Light (Fig. 1)
1) If light turns on, check for restrictions in the air
path or maintain/replace filters. See page 2.
Hose Blockage (Fig. 2)
1) Remove hose from hose retainer. Flexing
the hose will help loosen any blockage.
2) Remove screw from hose connector and
remove blockage.
3) Replace hose connector and screw.
Air Path Blockage (Fig. 3)
1) Remove dust cup to locate air path panel.
2) Remove 2 screws. Remove debris, replace
screws and secure dust cup.
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Check Filters Light
What to look for if Check Filters Light remains on.
The Eureka Limited Warranty
Eureka warrants this vacuum cleaner to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for a term of one
year for normal household use. Warranty is granted
only to the original purchaser and members of
immediate household.
This warranty is good for one year from the date of
purchase only when the vacuum cleaner is used in
the accordance with Eureka operating instructions.
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• Parts of the vacuum that require replacement under
normal use such as disposable dust bags, filters,
drive belts, light bulbs, brush roll, bristles, impellers
and cleaning.
• Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence,
abuse, and use not in accordance with the
Owner’s Guide.
• Defects or damages caused by unauthorized
service or the use of other than Genuine Eureka,
ARM & HAMMER
TM
and Filtrete
TM
by 3M parts.
What Eureka Will Do
Eureka will, at its option, repair or replace a defective
vacuum or vacuum part that is covered by this warranty.
As a matter of warranty policy, Eureka will not refund
the consumer’s purchase price.
Warranty Registration
Please fill out and return the warranty registration card
accompanying your vacuum.
Obtaining Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service you must return the vacuum
or vacuum part along with “proof of purchase” to any
Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. For Eureka
Authorized Warranty Station or Service Information, visit
www.eureka.com, write or telephone toll free:
O taining Warranty Service
Outside Your Community
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 number located on the rating
plate on the lower backside of the vacuum.
Further Limitations and Exclusions
Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your
purchase or use of the vacuum, 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 the
manufacturer be liable for any consequential or incidental
damages you may incur in connection with your
purchase or use of the vacuum.
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 may vary by state.
The ARM & HAMMER name is a trademark of Church and Dwight Co., Inc.
3M and Filtrete are trademarks of 3M Company, used by Electrolux Home
Care Products, Inc. under license.
USA: 1-800-282-2886
Electrolux Home Care
North America Service Division
P.O. Box 3900
Peoria, IL 61612
Mexico: (55) 5343-384
Electrolux Home Care
Canada: 1-800-282-2886
Electrolux Home Care
North America Service Division
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4
Fig. 2
Fig. 1 Fig. 3
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Problem Solving
Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged.
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Problem Cause Solution
Motor will not start.
Power plug
• Push plug securely into outlet.
• Try another outlet.
• Check circuit breaker.
Vacuum does not clean
carpet or bare floor.
Dust cup and filters
• Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filters.
• If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but
a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks
air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Make sure
foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are in place. Page 2
o suction at the
end of hose.
Dust cup and filters
Filter screen
Hose
• Empty dust cup, clean and/or change filters.
• If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but
a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks
air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Make sure
foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are in place. Page 2
• (Located above the dust cup). Check & clean debris to
maintain full air flow. Page 2
• Flex hose and remove debris. Page 5
Vacuum is hard
to push.
Vacuum height setting
Belt
• Adjust knob to a higher position.
• Replace a worn, cut or out of shape belt. Page 4
Burning smell; brush
roll will not turn.
Brush roll switch
Belt
Check brush roll light
Brush roll reset button
• Press brush roll switch to on ( I ) position.
• Remove debris from brush roll. Replace broken, stretched
or worn belt. Page 4
• If light is on, remove debris from around brush roll. Page 4
• Press reset button. Press top and bottom power switches
on (I) and lower handle. Page 4
Belt • Replace a worn, cut or out of shape belt. Page 4
Hose • Flex hose and remove debris. Page 5
Bare floor setting • Turn height adjustment knob to bare floor position and
make sure brush roll switch is in off (O) position.
Carpet height setting • Turn height adjustment knob to another position. Make
sure power and brush roll switches are on ( I ).
Power switch • Turn power switch to on ( I ).
Thermal cut-off • See above.
Thermal Cut-Off
This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum
suddenly shuts off, push the power switch to off (O) and unplug the vacuum. Check the vacuum for a possible source of
overheating such as a full dust cup, blocked hose or clogged filter. If these conditions are found, fix them and wait at least
30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in and turn on the
switch. If the vacuum still does not work, take it to a Eureka authorized service center for repair or call 1-800-282-2886.
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