Fantom FM760 User manual

iNSTRUCTION MANUAL
VACUUM CLEANER F7
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........1
NAME OF EACH PART .......................................... 3
PREPARATION BEFORE USE ............................. 4
USING THE VACUUM CLEANER ..................... 6
USING THE ATTACHMENTS ............................ 8
EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT .......9
CLEANING THE FILTERS .................................. 10
CLEARING BLOCKAGES IN THE
SUCTION HOSE AND CLEANING THE ........ 11
AG ITATO R ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS ................... 12
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 16
REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................................... .16
LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................... 17
I HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY I

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THISVACUUM CLEANER
WA RN IN G - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
1. Do not leavethe vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug itfrom the outlet
when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors oron wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow it to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessarywhen used
by or near children or infirmed persons.
4. Use only as described inthis manual. Use onlythe 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 dooron the
cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Donotrunthevacuum
cleaner overthe cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, notthe cord.
8. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleanerwith wet hands.
9. Do not put any objects into the openings. Do not usewith anyopening
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 carewhen 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.
1 REV. 05/02B

16. Do not touch the agitatorwhile 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 aspiecesofwastepaperorclothwhichlookas
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 bythe carrying handle.
23. Before servicing the vacuum cleaner, allowall metal parts to cool first.
24. Always place foot on handle release when adjusting the handle position
of the vacuum cleaner.
25. If the supplycord ofthis appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by
FANTOM , because special purpose tools are required.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only.
Note to user concerning attachment plug:
To reducethe riskof electric shock, this appliance hasa polarized plug (one
blade iswider than the other). This plugwill fitin a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fitfully 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.
2

(FRONT) (REAR 1
Handle
Release Button C
Carrying Handle
Hose
Button A
Button B
-- Dust
Compartment
Cord Storage
Hooks
Switch
..Crevice Tool
Release D
'Tool
--Filter Cover
Power Cord Plug
Height Adjustment
Headlight Lever
•_ Set the ON/OFF switch
to" ON "to light the headlight.
Lever Rug/Floor (Tools) SELECTOR
g Utensil
WARNING:
Operate vacuum cleaner only at the voltage specified on name plate.
3

Caution: Do not connect the power cord plug to the wall outlet until assembly
is completed.
Attaching the handle
Set the vacuum cleaner
to the upright position. Insert the handle
as shown in the illustration.

WINDING THE POWER CORD
Hook the power cord over
the clip which is located on
the upper cord storage
as shown.
Wind the power cord around the cord
storage hooks.
oSecure the power
cord plug on the
power cord.
Cord StoraG
Hooks
i
RELEASING THE POWER CORD
Rotate the upper cord storage hook 2Return the hook to the
downward, upright position before
Upper Cord
Storage
attempting to rewind the
power cord.
INSERTINGTHE POWERCORD PLUG
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. tf 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.
5

ON/OFF SWITCH
f
® Start or stop vacuum cleaner by pushing
on the switch.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
The handle ofthis vacuum cleanercan be setto one of
three positions -Upright, Normal or Parallel. Place your foot
on handle release lever as shown and pull backon the handle
until it releasesfrom its upright position.
Handle Release Lever
Upright position
The handle is normally locked inthis
position forstorage orwhen using the
attachments.
Push the handle forward
until it locks.
Normal position
This position is used for normal cleaning.
Parallel position Handle R_EeaseLever
This position is used for cleaning under
furniture.
6

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
Height Adjustment Lever-_
• The nozzle head can be (__._
adjusted to four different _ -_-'--_._...._
height settings.
LO_ i|
C_RPET _H_GH _ARPET
_N aution:
Before using the height adj-
ustment lever,please make
sure the nozzle head is tilted
backward from the floor.
ozzle Head
CARPET] Set the height adjustment to the
appropriate carpet length.
IHARDFLOOR I Use the 3rd(_)height
setting. ".......
IATTACHMENTSIUsethe 4_h(_-_)height
setting. T....
LECTOR
The RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selectorshould only be
adjusted while the vacuum cleaner is turned on RUG Position FLOOR Position
and in the upright position. __)
When cleaning a rugor 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 barefioor orwhen using
one of the attachments, set the RUG/FLOOR RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selector
(TOOLS)selector tothe FLOORposition.
Caution: Do not change the setting ofthe RUG/FLOOR(TOOLS)selectorwhile the vacuum
cleaner isturned off.
EDGE CLEANING
r This vacuum clea
near baseboards and stationary furniture.
7

Caution: When using one of theattachmentsduringcleaning,setthevacuum
cleaner to the upright position.
Remove the attachments from the
vacuum cleaner.
Press the release button C to
disconnect the handle from the
vacuum cleaner.
Caution:
When removing the attachments,pull
them in the directions shown in the Upholstery Tool
illustration.Pulling them in the wrong |/
direction or pulling them forcefully may
cause damage to the attachment clamp.
Dusting Brush_
Attachment Clamp
WandCrevice Tool
t
®
Release
Button C
Attach the attachments on the handle.
eAttachtheattachments as shown below.
Suction Hose
jo
]_.[
Wand Crevice Tool
X'°-°o _____ _ i
..... [_U pholstery Tool
...... _usting Brush
When you have finished using the attachments,replace them
in their original positions as shown on page 4.
8

Caution: Be sure to turn the ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position and disconnectthe
power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Empty the dustcompartmentwhen _ Press the release button A meanwhile
contents reach the MAX mark. _- press the release button B to remove
the dust compartment.
MAX mark
MAX
Button A
Button B
Press the release lever to the
open
trapdoor. Turn the spinner handleseveral times in the
direction shown to empty the dust
compartment.
Trapdoor Handle
Reattaching the Dust Compartment
Close the trapdoorand insert the projection on the
dust compartment intothe groove onthe main body. Push the dust compartment into
the main body as shown to
reattach.
- Groove
9

1
2
Remove the dust compartment.(refer to page g)
Set the dust compartment to the parallel
position.Open the trapdoor,then push the
release button E and pull out the main
filter.
OThe main filter and prefilter will be
removed at the same time.
Caution: Do not push the release
button E at the upright position.
As this may drop or damage the
main filterand prefilter.
i nE
Clean the main filterand prefilterwith a soft-bristled brush and rinse with cold water.
Allow both items to dry completely.
Caution:
eDo not use a hard-bristled brush to clean filters.
Thismayresultindamage to the filters.
• Do not attempt to dry with a hair dryer or by
placing ina clothes dryer.Hot air may cause the
filters to warp.
Cleaning Utensil
To maintain optimum suction power, the dust filter fins should be kept clean of dirt.
l Clean the filter fins free of dirt with the forked end of cleaning utensil as shown.
Reattaching the filters
Insert themain filterinto the
prefilter as shown.
Cleaning Utensil
Hold ontothe mainfilter and insert into
the dust compartment.
Main Filter
Prefilter
Close the trapdoor.
®Align the ribs ofthe main filter to match
the shape of the opening in the dust
compartment and press firmlyto insert.
Dust Compartment-
Hole
10

Caution: Be sureto turn the ON/OFF switch tothe "OFF" p.osition and disconnect
the power cord from the wall out!e! before clearing any blockages in the
suct on nose an(] c eaning the agkator assembly.
Clearing blockages in the suction hose
'1Setthevacuu7c,eanertotheup ightposition.
Remove the hose cuff from the suction inlet and
then remove any blockages from the hose.
Pull the dust inspection cover awayfrom body and
push out the aust clogging the bypass tube assembly.
Reattach the hose cuff to the suction inlet,and the
dust inspection cover to the bypass.tube assem.bly.
1"4owswitch on the vacuum cleaner 1o cneck that
the blockage has been properly cleared. If the hose
is still blocked, the suction Torce will be weaK. )ass Tube
.........Assembly
Clearing blockages in the nozzle head
t 1 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 ,, , _ /, 15_._,_._
blockage has been properly cleared. If the nozzle 1"4ozzle Meaa
need is still blocked, the suction Torce will be weaK. "_;;llV
oH ose Cuff
/IUUL_["Sucti°n Inlet
Inspection
Cover
11
Cleaning the blockage in the nozzle air inlet pipe
If the nozzle head still appears tobe blocked, please clearthe blockage in the nozzle air inlet pipe.
_-'
4 Press release button F to rib Remove the blockage in the '_ Reattach the vacuum cleaner.
I remove the upper case. J nozzle air inlet pipe.
t(
Relea_ i ' j Nozzle air
let',, " pipe
Caution: Make sure that
the Release Button F is
at the original position.
Cleaning the agitator assembly
When threads get caught in the agitator assembly, clean the assembly.
•Remove the bottom plate (refer topage 14). \,_ __x,_X_
Remove threads caught in the assembly by cutting them _\\\\_ _:,_,'_
with scissors. _\\__
Scissors__
Threads_

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
Set the vacuum cleanertotheparallel position.
Loosen the screws to remove the lens. Headlight Lamp
When removing the headlight lamp, be careful
not to pull on the headlight lamp wiring.
Remove the lamp by pushing it gently in
the direction of the arrow and then turning
it counterclockwise.
Lamp Socket
Push a new lamp gently into the socket and
turn it clockwise to tighten it.
Usea standard bayonet base appliance lamp
rated at 120Vand 15W(LAMP MAX.15W). Socket
Caution: Be careful not to clamp the
headlight lamp wiring.
Reattach the lens and fasten the screws.
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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. Motor Shaft
Belt
Agitator Assembly
3Place a new flat belt onto the motor shaft and pulley.
Motor Shaft
-- Flat Belt
Flat Belt
Pulley
Place the agitator assembly into the grooves in the nozzle head, making sure thatthe new
flat belt slides securely into the guide.
Bearing Holder
Nozzle Head
Reattach the bottom plate
(refer to page 14)
Caution:
Install the flatbeltso thatit hasno
twists in it,and so that all components
turn smoothly.
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REMOVING THE BOTTOM PLATE
Pull here
Set thevacuum cleanerto 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.
Latch
[
Plate
REATTACHING THE BOTTOM PLATE
Insert the projection on the bottom plate 2Push the bottom plate as shown.
into the groove on the nozzle head
and set the bottom plate in place. Press
Plate
ection
SS I
Groove
Slide the latch in the direction shown.
Latch Turn thevacuum overand placein the
upright position.
Height Adjustment Lever Nozzle Head
14

REPLACING THE HEPAFILTER
r
Under normal usage, the HEPAFilter will not require replacement;
however, vacuuming large amounts ofextremely fine dust, powder or similar
material over a long period of time may decrease airflow performance through
the filter. Ifthis occurs, it may become necessary to replacethe HEPA
Filter. Only use genuine FANTOM replacement filters.
Press the release button D at points
and pull the filter cover away from the
vacuum cleaner.
Release button D
Cover
Remove the HEPA filter.
Caution:
eDo not attempt to wash the HEPA filter.
Always replace the old filter with a new one.
HEPA Filter
/
Insert a new HEPAfilter with the seal
to the inside of the vacuum cleaner.
Reattach the filter cover.
Caution:
®Be sure that seal on the HEPAfilter 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.
Seal
15

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.
Or visit our website at www.fantom.com
Problem Cause Remedy
Themotordoesnotoperate OThe power cord plug is not olnsert the power cord plug
when the ON/OFF switch is securely inserted into the securely into the wall
set to the "ON" position, wall outlet, outlet.(refer to page5)
Suction force is weak.
The agitatordoes not
operate.
eThe dust compartment is full.
oThe suction hose is blocked.
oThe nozzle head is blocked.
eThe filters are dirty.
eThe nozzleairinletpipeis
blocked.
OThe flat belt is worn or
broken.
• Empty the dust compartment.
(refer to page 9)
•Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
• Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
®Clean the filters.
(refer to page 10)
o Remove the blockage.
(refer to page 11)
®Replace the flat belt.
(refer to page 12)
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTERS CALL 1-800-275-9251
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ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FANTOM warrants this product to be free from defects 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 appliance fails 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 or replace it free of
charge. Proof of purchase date and $19.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, dust cup filters, filters, belts, brushes and electrical parts which normally require
replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.
The liability of FANTOM is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option. This
warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for
commercial purposes. This limited 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.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or conventional warranties. The
responsibility of FANTOM if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under 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".
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OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD
Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten (10) days of purchase. The registration will enable us to
contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By returning this card you acknowledge to have read
and understood the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
RETURN TO FANTOM, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, N.Y. 12901
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