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.
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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.
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(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.
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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.