Fantom FANTOM FM760K User manual

FM760K
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VACUUM CLEANER
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NAME OF EACH PART
PREPARATION BEFORE USE
USING THE VACUUM CLEANER
USING THE ATTACHMENTS
EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT
CLEANING THE FILTERS
CLEARING BLOCKAGES IN THE
SUCTION HOSE AND CLEANING THE
AGITATOR ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING
REPLACEMENT PARTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions 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:
1. Do not leave the vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug it from the outlet
when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow it to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children or infirmed persons.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the vacuum cleaner is not working
as it should, or if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water, return to FANTOM at 94 main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.
6. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the
cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum
cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
9. Do not put any objects into the openings. Do not use with any opening
blocked: keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all the parts of your body away from
openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust compartment and filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.
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16. Do not touch the agitator while it is spinning.
17. Do not place any heavy items on top of the vacuum cleaner.
18. Do not step on the hose or pull it too strongly.
19. Do not pick up items such as pieces of waste paper or cloth which look as
though they may cause the hose to become blocked.
20. Do not clean or store the vacuum cleaner in places where there are high
temperatures.
21. Store the vacuum cleaner away from excessive humidity.
22. When carrying the vacuum cleaner, hold it by the carrying handle.
23. Before servicing the vacuum cleaner, allow all metal parts to cool first.
24. Always place foot on handle release when adjusting the handle position
25. If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by
FANTOM ,because special purpose tools are required.
of the vacuum cleaner.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only.
Note to user concerning attachment plug:
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.

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NAME OF EACH PART
Handle
Suction Hose
Dust
Compartment
Height Adjustment
Lever
Carrying Handle
Operate vacuum cleaner only at the voltage specified on name plate.
to " ON " to light the headlight.
Headlight
Set the ON/OFF switch
Cord Storage
ON/OFF Switch
Hooks
Wand
Filter Cover
Handle Release Lever Rug/Floor (Tools) SELECTOR
Crevice Tool
Power Cord Plug
Power Cord
Upholstery Tool
Dusting Brush
Release Button C
FRONT REAR
Release Button A
Release Button B
Release
Button D
Cleaning Utensil

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Attaching the handle
PREPARATION BEFORE USE
Caution: Do not connect the power cord plug to the wall outlet until assembly
is completed.
Set the vacuum cleaner
to the upright position.
lnsert the handle
as shown in the illustration.
Attaching the suction hose & attachments
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Wand
Crevice Tool
Dusting Brush
Upholstery Tool
Suction Hose
Hose Hook

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Cord Storage
Hooks
PREPARATION BEFORE USE
WINDING THE POWER CORD
Hook the power cord over
the clip which is located on
the upper cord storage hook
as shown.
Wind the power cord around the cord
storage hooks.
Secure thepower
cord plug on the
power cord.
RELEASINGTHE POWERCORD
Rotate the upper cord storage hook
downward.
Return the hook to the
upright position before
attempting to rewind the
power cord.
INSERTING THE POWER CORD PLUG
Upper Cord
Storage Hook
Plug side
Clip
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 modify the plug in any way.

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USING THE VACUUM CLEANER
ON/OFF SWITCH
Start or stop vacuum cleaner by pushing
on the switch.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
Upright position
The handle is normally locked in this
The handle of this vacuum cleaner can be set to one of
three positions -Upright, Normal or Parallel. Place your foot
on handle release lever as shown and pull back on the handle
until it releases from its upright position.
position for storage or when using the
attachments.
Push the handle forward
until it locks.
Normal position
This position is used for normal cleaning.
Parallel position
This position is used for cleaning under
furniture.
Handle Release Lever
Handle Release Lever

Nozzle Head
Height AdjustmentLever
USING THE VACUUM CLEANER
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The nozzle head can be
adjusted to four different
height settings.
Set the height adjustment to the
appropriate carpet length.
rd
Use the 3 ( )height
setting.
th
Use the 4 ( )height
setting.
EDGE CLEANING
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with an "edge cleaning" function for cleaning carpet edges
near baseboards and stationary furniture.
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RUG/FLOOR (TOOLS)SELECTOR
The RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selectorshould only be
adjusted while the vacuum cleaner is turned on
and in the upright position.
When cleaning a rug or carpet,first turn the
ON/OFF switch to the ON position,and then
set the RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selector to the
RUG position.
When cleaning a bare floor or when using
one of the attachments, set the RUG/FLOOR
(TOOLS)selector to the FLOOR position.
Caution: Do not change the setting of the RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selector while the vacuum
cleaner is turned off.
RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selector
RUG Position FLOOR Position
Before using the height adj-
ustment lever,please make
sure the nozzle head is tilted
backward from the floor.
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USING THE ATTACHMENTS
Caution: When using one of the attachments during cleaning,set the vacuum
cleaner to the upright position.
Press the release button C to
disconnect the handle from the
vacuum cleaner.
Remove the attachments from the
vacuum cleaner.
Caution:
When removing the attachments,pull
them in the directions shown in the
illustration.Pulling them in the wrong
direction or pulling them forcefully may
clamp
cause damage to the attachment .
When you have finished using the attachments,replace them
in their original positions as shown on page 4.
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3Attach the attachments on the handle.
Attach the attachments as shown below.
Wand
Crevice Tool
Upholstery Tool
Upholstery Tool
Dusting Brush
Dusting Brush
Attachment Clamp
Wand
Suction Hose
Crevice Tool
Release
Button C

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2
4
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Trapdoor
Projection
Groove
Release Lever
Turn the spinner handle several times in the
direction shown to empty the dust
compartment.
EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT
Caution: Be sure to turn the ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position and disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Empty the dust compartment when
contents reach the MAX mark.
Press the release button A meanwhile
press the release button B to remove
the dust compartment.
Press the release lever to open the
trapdoor.
Reattaching the Dust Compartment
Close the trapdoor and insert the projection on the
dust compartment into the groove on the main body.
Push the dust compartment into
the main body as shown to
reattach.
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Release Button A
Release Button B
MAX mark 3
Spinner Handle

Clean the filter fins free of dirt with the forked end of cleaning utensil as shown.
Prefilter
Dust Compartment
Ribs
Main Filter
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CLEANING THE FILTERS
Remove the dust compartment.(refer to page 9)
2Set the dust compartment to the parallel
position.Open the trapdoor,then push the
release button E and pull out the main
filter.
3Clean the main filter and prefilter with a soft-bristled brush and rinse with cold water.
Allow both items to dry completely.
Caution:
Do not use a hard-bristled brush to clean filters.
This may result in damage to the filters.
Do not attempt to dry with a hair dryer or by
placing in a clothes dryer.Hot air may cause the
filters to warp.
Reattaching the filters
Insert the main filter into the
prefilter as shown.
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The main filter and prefilter will be
removed at the same time.
2Hold onto the main filter and insert into
the dust compartment.
Align the ribs of the main filter to match
the shape of the opening in the dust
compartment and press firmly to insert.
Hole
3Close the trapdoor.
Cleaning Utensil
Caution: Do not push the release
button E at the upright position.
As this may drop or damage the
main filter and prefilter.
Release Button E
To maintain optimum suction power, the dust filter fins should be kept clean of dirt.
Cleaning Utensil

Cleaning the blockage in the nozzle air inlet pipe
Press release button F to
remove the upper case. Remove the blockage in the
nozzle air inlet pipe.
Reattach the vacuum cleaner.
If the nozzle head still appears to be blocked, please clear the blockage in the nozzle air inlet pipe.
Nozzle air
inlet pipe
Release Button F
Nozzle air
inlet pipe
CLEARING BLOCKAGES IN THE SUCTION HOSE
AND CLEANING THE AGITATOR ASSEMBLY
Caution: Be sure to turn the ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position and disconnect
the power cord from the wall outlet before clearing any blockages in the
suction hose and cleaning the agitator assembly.
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Clearing blockages in the suction hose
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Set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position.
2
Remove the hose cuff from the suction inlet and
then remove any blockages from the hose.
3
Pull the dust inspection cover away from body and
push out the dust clogging the bypass tube assembly.
Clearing blockages in the nozzle head
Remove the bottom plate (refer to page 14)
Remove any blockages from the nozzle head.
Reattach the bottom plate to the nozzle head,and
then operate the vacuum cleaner to check that the
blockage has been properly cleared. If the nozzle
head is still blocked, the suction force will be weak.
Nozzle Head
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Reattach the hose cuff to the suction inlet,and the
dust inspection cover to the bypass tube assembly.
Now switch on the vacuum cleaner to check that
the blockage has been properly cleared. If the hose
is still blocked, the suction force will be weak.
Hose Cuff
Suction Inlet
Dust Inspection
Cover
Bypass Tube
Assembly
Cleaning the agitator assembly
When threads get caught in the agitator assembly, clean the assembly.
Remove the bottom plate (refer to page 14).
Remove threads caught in the assembly by cutting them
with scissors.
Scissors
Threads
Caution: Make sure that
the Release Button F is
at the original position.
Release Button F

Headlight Lamp
Screw
Lens
Socket
Lamp
Socket
REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: Be sure to turn the ON/OFF switch to the"OFF" position and disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet before replacing any of the parts below.
REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT LAMP
1Set the vacuum cleaner to the parallel position.
2
Loosen the screws to remove the lens.
3
When removing the headlight lamp, be careful
not to pull on the headlight lamp wiring.
4
Remove the lamp by pushing it gently in
the direction of the arrow and then turning
it counterclockwise.
5
Push a new lamp gently into the socket and
turn it clockwise to tighten it .
Use a standard bayonet base appliance lamp
rated at 120V and 15W (LAMP MAX.15W).
Caution: Be careful not to clamp the
headlight lamp wiring.
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Reattach the lens and fasten the screws.
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REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: Be sure to turn the ON/OFF switch to the"OFF" position and disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet before replacing any of the parts below.
REPLACING THE FLAT BELT
Remove the bottom plate.
(refer to page 14)
Lift out the agitator assembly,and then remove the flat belt from the motor shaft and
the agitator pulley.
Place a new flat belt onto the motor shaft and pulley.
Place the agitator assembly into the grooves in the nozzle head, making sure that the new
flat belt slides securely into the guide.
Caution:
Install the flat belt so that it has no
twists in it,and so that all components
turn smoothly.
Reattach the bottom plate
(refer to page 14)
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Agitator Assembly
Motor Shaft
Flat Belt
Motor Shaft
Flat Belt
Pulley
Flat Belt
Nozzle Head
Groove
Bearing Holder

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REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
REMOVING THE BOTTOM PLATE
Set the vacuum cleaner to the
parallel position and turn it over.
Slide the latch in the direction
of the arrow.
Remove the bottom plate by pulling
the tabs as illustrated.
REATTACHING THE BOTTOM PLATE
Insert the projection on the bottom plate
into the groove on the nozzle head
and set the bottom plate in place.
Push the bottom plate as shown.
Slide the latch in the direction shown.
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Turn the vacuum over and place in the
upright position.
Latch
Pull here
Bottom Plate
Bottom Plate
Projection
Groove
Press
Press
Latch
Nozzle Head
Height Adjustment Lever

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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REPLACINGTHE HEPAFILTER
Under normal usage, the HEPA Filter will not require replacement;
however, vacuuming large amounts of extremely fine dust, powder or similar
material over a long period of time may decrease airflow performance through
the filter. If this occurs, it may become necessary to replace the HEPA
Filter. Only use genuine FANTOM replacement filters.
and pull the filter cover away from the
vacuum cleaner.
Remove the HEPA filter.
Caution:
Do not attempt to wash the HEPA filter.
Always replace the old filter with a new one.
Insert anew HEPA filter with the seal
to the inside of the vacuum cleaner.
Reattach the filter cover.
Caution:
Be sure that seal on the HEPA filter is inserted
towards the inside of the vacuum cleaner.
The filter cover should be correctly oriented
when it is reattached. Do not reattach it upside
down.
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Filter Cover
HEPA Filter
Press the release button D at points
Release button D
Seal

TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is a problem with the vacuum cleaner, carry out the following checks
to find the cause. If the problem still persists after the checks have been made,
do not use the vacuum cleaner to prevent the possibility of an accident occurring.
Turn the ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position, disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet, and contact FANTOM Customer Service at 1-800-275-9251.
Problem Cause Remedy
The motor does not operate
when the ON/OFF switch is
set to the "ON" position.
Suction force is weak.
The agitator does not
operate.
The power cord plug is not
securely inserted into the
wall outlet.
The flat belt is worn or
broken.
Insert the power cord plug
securely into the wall
outlet.(refer to page 5 )
Replace the flat belt.
(refer to page 12 )
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The dust compartment is full.
The suction hose is blocked.
The filters are dirty.
The nozzle head is blocked.
Empty the dust compartment.
(refer to page 9)
Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
Clean the filters.
(refer to page 10)
Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
The nozzle air inlet pipe is
blocked. Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
Or visit our website at www.fantom.com
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTERS CALL 1-800-275-9251

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FANTOM warrants thisproduct to be free fromdefects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the following conditions,
exclusions and exceptions.
If your appliancefails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return
the complete appliance and accessories,freight prepaid to
In US:FANTOM, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh N.Y. 12901
If the appliance is found by FANTOM to be defective in material or workmanship, FANTOM will repair orreplace it free of
charge. Proof of purchase date and $19.95 to cover the costofreturn shipping and handling mustbe included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, dustcup filters, filters,belts, brushes and electrical parts which normally require
replacement are specifically excluded fromwarranty.
The liability of FANTOM is limited solely to the cost ofthe repair or replacement of the unit at our option. This
warranty does not cover normal wear of partsand does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for
commercial purposes. Thislimited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or damage
due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting
from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to the product or any of its parts, which have been performed by
a repair person not authorized by FANTOM.
Thiswarranty is extended to the originalpurchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or conventional warranties.The
responsibility of FANTOM ifany, islimited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by itunder the terms of
the limited warranty.In no event is FANTOM liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature
whatsoever. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may
not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach
tag to item before packing with your name, complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase
information, model number and what you believe is the problem with item. We recommend you insure the package
(as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION
CUSTOMER SERVICE”.