Fuller Brush FBPT-2 User manual

Owner's Manual
Model FBPT-2
Manual - FBPTCAN

Table of Contents
Important safety instructions..................................... 2
Assembly instructions............................................... 4
Description of canister and tools............................... 6
Using the power nozzle............................................. 8
Replacing the bag...................................................... 9
Replacing the lters .................................................. 10
Power nozzle maintenance........................................ 11
Troubleshooting guide .............................................. 14
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• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD
OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET
SURFACES.
• 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
appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to your retailer for service.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close a door on the cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance 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 air ow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
• Do not use without vacuum bag and/or
lters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up ammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or use
in areas where they may be present.
• Do not attempt to service the unit while
appliance is plugged in.
• Do not pull cord out of canister beyond
the yellow tape.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage
caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it
was intended.
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or injury:
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Polarization Instructions
POWER CORD, 2-WIRE POLARIZED CORD
Household model FBPT-2
To reduce the risk of electric shock this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will t into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to t, contact a qualied electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
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Assembly Instructions
1. Slide the metal wand with the cord
attached into the power nozzle
aligning holes until it clicks into place.
(See g. 1)
2. Connect the second metal wand
aligning holes until it clicks into place.
3. Insert the cord into the holders on the
back of the wand. (See g. 2)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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4. Connect the hose handle into the top
metal wand until it clicks into place.
5. Plug the cord into the handle.
(See g. 3)
6. Connect the hose into the canister.
7. Feed the cord from the hose
underneath the canister handle
and plug it into the canister.
(See g. 4)
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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Description of Canister and Tools
On / off button
Cord rewind
Suction control
Parking system
If the full bag indicator
changes color:
• Replace the vacuum bag.
• Check the hose for a blockage
and remove it.
• The indicator may change color
when vacuuming with a tool
(dusting brush, upholstery or
crevice tool). In this case,
continue vacuuming.
Hose adapter
Bleeder valve (on handle)
Full bag indicator
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5
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Do not pull the cord
out beyond the
yellow tape.

On-board Tools
Floor Tool
Power Nozzle
Dusting Brush Attachment
Crevice Tool
Upholstery Tool
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Using the Power Nozzle
1. Turning on the power nozzle
The power nozzle can only be turned
on if the canister is also turned on
(canister on/off button is located on the
canister body).
The power nozzle on/off button is
located on the right side of the nozzle.
(See g. 5)
2. Using the power nozzle
While the power nozzle is off, step on
the left side of the nozzle and pull the
wand toward you. (See g. 6)
Once the wand is in the reclined
position, turn on the power nozzle
and begin vacuuming.
3. Removing the wand
Turn off the canister and power nozzle.
Press in the rst button at the bottom
of the wand (approximately 4” up from
the nozzle). Pull the wand up and out
of the nozzle. (See g. 7)
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
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Replacing the Bag
It is recommended to replace the vacuum bag when the full bag
indicator changes color or the suction power of the canister becomes weak.
1. Turn off the canister and power nozzle.
2. Remove the hose and unplug it from the canister body.
3. Open the bag compartment.
4. Remove the entire bag holder. DO NOT THROW IT AWAY! (See g. 8)
5. Discard the full bag.
6. Insert a new bag by aligning the notch on the bag collar with the base of
the bag holder. (See g. 9) Lock the bag into place under the bag
holder tab. Insert the bag holder by sliding the 2 prongs back into the
canister body. (See g. 8)
7. Close the bag compartment.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9

1. Replacing the secondary lter
Turn off the canister and power
nozzle. Remove the hose. Open the
bag compartment. Remove the lter
from behind the bag. (See g. 10)
Either shake the dust out of the lter
or wash it by hand. (Make sure the
lter is completely dry before
reinstalling.) Reinsert the lter and
close the bag compartment.
2. Replacing the HEPA lter
Turn off the canister and power
nozzle. Remove the hose from the
canister body. Open the bag
compartment. Remove the lter
from the top of the canister by pulling
the tab on the lter toward you. (See
g. 11) Discard the old lter.
Reinsert a new lter by sliding it back
into the holder. Close the bag
compartment.
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Replacing the Filters
Fig. 10
Fig. 11

Power Nozzle Maintenance
1. Removing the
brushroll The brushroll
may need to be removed
at times to cut threads
that have become tangled
around it. Unplug the
vacuum and remove the
wand from the power
nozzle. Turn the power
nozzle over and remove
the 5 screws to lift off the
nozzle cover. (See g. 12)
Remove the brushroll from
the belt side rst.
(See g. 13)
2. Reinstalling the brushroll
Place the brushroll back into the
brushroll tray (make sure the belt is
installed properly) with the rounded
edge of the endcap facing down.
(See g. 14) Manually turn the
brushroll to ensure that it spins freely.
Replace the nozzle cover and the 5
screws. (See Replacing the nozzle
cover on page 13).
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14 11

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Power Nozzle Maintenance continued
Fig. 16
3. Replacing the belt
Remove the brushroll
(see Removing the brushroll
on page 11). Discard the old belt.
Loop the new belt around
the motor pulley. (See g. 15)
Align the belt ribs in the pulley
grooves. Place the other end of
the belt around the brushroll
making sure the belt is seated in
the belt grooves of the brushroll.
Reinstall the brushroll (see Reinstalling
the brushroll on page 11). Replace the nozzle cover and the 5
screws. (See replacing the nozzle cover on page 13).
4. Replacing the bulb
Turn the power nozzle over and remove the 5 screws to lift off the
nozzle cover. (See g. 12) Pull the bulb out (no twisting) and reinsert
a factory authorized bulb. (See g. 15) Replace the nozzle cover and
the 5 screws. (See replacing the nozzle cover on page 11).
Fig. 15

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Power Nozzle Maintenance
5. Circuit breaker
reset switch
This power nozzle is equipped with
a circuit breaker safety system that
protects it from jamming. Common
items that cause jammed brushrolls
include socks, excessive threads,
corners of areas rugs, etc.
To reset the circuit breaker:
a. Turn off the vacuum cleaner and unplug the power cord.
b. Remove the object preventing the brushroll from turning.
c. Press the red button on the back of the nozzle to reset the breaker.
(See g. 17)
d. Resume vacuuming.
6. Replacing the nozzle cover
Identify the two ribs on the underside of the nozzle cover (See g. 18)
Slide the ribs into the slots that are on either side of the curved wall
behind the brushroll. (See g. 19) Push the nozzle cover down on to the
bottom tray. Replace the 5 screws.
Fig. 17
Fig. 18 Fig. 19

Troubleshooting Guide
Please check each item below if you have trouble with your vacuum.
Before checking, ensure the vacuum is unplugged from the power supply.
Problem
• Suction power is
weak.
• Vacuum does not
work.
• Power cord does
not rewind.
• Power cord won’t
pull out of the
vacuum.
Check Point
• Vacuum bag.
• Wand or hose.
• Is the hose adapter
inserted into the
vacuum completely?
• When the vacuum bag is
full or if the wand or hose
is blocked, the motor
thermal protection is
activated.
• Is the wand cord
connected completely
into the handle and the
canister?
• Power cord.
• Power cord.
Solution
• If bag is full, replace it.
• If clogged or blocked,
remove the object.
• Insert it completely.
• Unplug the vacuum
and check the bag, wand
and hose and remove any
blockages. Press the red
reset button on the
power nozzle and
resume vacuuming.
• Insert it completely.
• Pull the power cord out
a little and press the cord
rewind button again.
• Do not pull the cord by
force. Rewind it a little by
pressing the cord rewind
button and try pulling it
out again.
Polarization Instructions
POWER CORD, 2-WIRE POLARIZED CORD
Household model FBPT-2
To reduce the risk of electric shock this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will t into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to t, contact a qualied electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
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