Johnny Vac XV10W User manual

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
USER GUIDE
XV10W
Canister Vacuum with combined brush - 1400W
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
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22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
All units sold by Johnny Vac have a user manual that is an integral part of the device
sold. Please read this instruction manual carefully before using your device. Photos are
included in this manual to help you visualize the informations.
In addition to the great service this device can provide, taking the following precautions
will only improve your performance with less effort. This guide provides you with excel-
lent information to help you:
• To identify and recognize the specificities of the XV10W;
• To use the device in complete safety and in the best possible conditions;
• To maintain the device periodically for maximum performance;
• To find out what parts you might need and order them from Johnny Vac.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
The materials used for packaging your unit as well as used parts, batteries and their
liquids such as oil or antifreeze must always be collected and recycled, or taken to the
appropriate disposal sites in accordance with the laws in force in your area.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of the materials,
parts of old appliances and
batteries according to the
regulations in force in accordance
with the environmental protection
methods.
Remember to recycle as many
parts as possible.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill this form at the time of installation
for future references.
Model No: ___________________________
Serial No: ____________________________
Installation Date: ______________________

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
CONTENTS
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Safety Precautions .................................. 4 - 5
Machine Components ...................................6
Machine Assembly........................................7
Machine Operation ........................................8
• On / Off Switch .....................................................8
• Full Bag Indicator..................................................8
• Variable Suction Control .......................................8
• Wand Storage Clip ................................................8
• Polarized Plug.......................................................8
• Thermal Protection ...............................................8
Cleaning Tools ...............................................9
• Accessory Compartment ......................................9
• Select The Proper Tool..........................................9
• Attaching Tools .....................................................9
Machine Maintenance......................... 10 - 11
• Filter Bag
- When To Replace .............................................10
- How To Replace The Bag .................................10
• The Filters
- How To Clean Or Replace.................................11
The Motor Filter
- How To Replace The Exhaust Filter..................11
Troubleshootiong.........................................12
Technical Data .............................................13
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
Safety of particular groups of people
1. This appliance may only be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experience and/or knowledge when they are
supervised or if they have been instructed about the safe use of the appliance and have under-
stood the risks resulting from the use of the appliance.
2. Children may not play with the appliance or stand or sit on the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance may not be performed by children without supervision.
3. Keep children younger than 8 away from the appliance and power cable.
4. Keep packaging materials out of the reach of children and dispose of them. Otherwise they
present a suffocation risk.
WARNING:
IMPORTANT
If the suction opening of the unit, the hose or the tube is blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner
and remove the blocking substance before you start the unit again.
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to heater or radiators.
2. Before inserting the power plug into the wall outlet, make sure that your hands are dry.
3. Before you start the unit, make sure to remove large or sharp objects that might damage the
dust tank and hose.
4. When pulling out the power plug from the wall outlet, pull the plug not the power cord.
5. Do not use without all filters in place.
6. When using, if you hear of squeak from the cleaner, it must be suction appears to be reduced,
you must stop (make sure the cleaner is not plugged), then clean the all air filters.
7. If the supply cord is damaged, or replaced by manufacturer, service agent or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
8. Hold the plug when rewinding the power cord. Do not let the cord loose since it could cause
harm.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
MACHINE COMPONENTS
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
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1. Intake
2. Top Cover
3. Variable Suction Control
4. Bag Full Indicator
5. Cordwinder Pedal Button
6. Power ON/OFF Switch
7. Carrying Handle
8. Handle with Hose
9. Telescopic Wand
10. Wand Release Latch
11. Combo Brush
12. Disposable Bag
13. Bag Dock
14. Motor Filter
15. Motor Filter Grid
16. Hepa Filter

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
MACHINE ASSEMBLY
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
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1.Connecthosebyfirmlyinsertingendofhoseintocanister
intakeopening.
2.Firmlypresshandlenozzleintotelescopicwanduntilit
locksinplace.
3.Extendtelescopicwandbyholdingtelescopicwandlength
adjustmentandpullingpowerhandle.
4.Inserttelescopicwandintocombobrush.
Note:Accessorytoolscanbeusedwiththetelescopicwand
orhandlealone.

WHEN USING YOUR VACUUM,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before pulling filters out.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged,left outdoor,or dropped into water. Return appliance to the appliance customer
service for examination repair or adjustment.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close the door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp by the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Dot not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airflow. Keep all opening free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails, screws, coins, etc.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette, matches or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.
13. Do not use without filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging vacuum cleaner.
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, gasoline, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.)
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil based paints, paint thinner,
moth proofing, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
19. Always unplug this appliance before connecting or disconnecting vacuum hose. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
21. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
MACHINE OPERATION
22. Store your appliance indoor in a cool, dry area.
23. Keep your work area well dry.
24. Do not immerse the vacuum into water or other liquids.
25. Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body.
26. Do not use the vacuum to clean your pets or any animal.
27. Keep the head (eyes, ear, mouth, etc.) away from the openings, when the cleaner is working
or plugging.
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1- ON/OFF Switch
•After assembling vacuum, plug the
cord into an electrical outlet. Turn the
vacuum ON by pressing the ON/OFF
pedal (A). To turn vacuum OFF press
the pedal again.
Note : The Cord Winder Pedal (B) is on
the other side.
4- Wand Storage Clip
•To save storage space, stand the
cleaner on end and hook wand
storage clip on bottom of vacuum.
The nozzle must be positioned down
as shown.
•Lift up on wand to remove storage
clip from cleaner.
Polarized 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.
Thermal Protector
•An internal thermal protector has
been used in your vacuum to prevent
overheating if a large item or clog gets
caught in the nozzle or at the opening
of the bag.
•When the blockage is not removed,
the thermal protector will trip and
cleaner will stop running.
•If this happens, turn vacuum OFF
and disconnect vacuum from
electrical outlet. Then disconnect
nozzle and remove obstruction.
Within 30 minutes the thermal
protector will cool and automatically
reset and and cleaning can resume.
•If vacuum does not operate, allow
additional time for thermal protector
to reset.
Note : The canister must remain
unplugged during the 30 minutes
cooling period.
2- Full Bag Indicator
•When the indicator light comes on
(C), open the canister and check the
filter bag. See page 10 for details and
instructions on how to replace a filter
bag.
3- Variable Suction
Control
•The variable suction control (D) is
located on the top rear of the vacuum.
•Push the (–) button to reduce
suction and to clean lightly soiled
areas or delicate fabrics. Push the (+)
button for maximum cleaning power
in heavily soiled areas.
A
C D
B
4

CLEANING TOOLS
1
2
C
Accessory
Compartments
•The cleaning tools are conveniently
stored in the cleaner underneath the
tool lid ( 1). Push the tool lid release
latch to open ( 2 ).
•The cleaning tools have many uses.
Select the tool best suited for the
cleaning task from the following
descriptions.
Select The Proper Tool
A. Combo Tool may be used for
carpets and floors.
B. Combination tool may be used for
carved furniture, table tops, books,
lamps, lighting fixtures, venetian
blinds, baseboards, shutters and
registers. May also be used for
upholstered furniture, draperies,
tapestries, mattresses and clothing.
C. Crevice tool may be used in tight
spaces, corners, and along edges in
such places as dresser drawers,
upholstered furniture, stairs and
baseboards.
Attaching Tools
•Tools may be attached directly to the
hand grip or to the wand. Firmly push
tool into the hand grip or wand. Twist
tool slightly to tighten or loosen
connection.
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE
Filter Bag
When to replace
•Check the filter bag when the full bag
indicator light shows red.
•When the filter bag is filled with dirt.
the cleaner will not operate efficiently.
•Discard the used filter bag and
replace with a new one.
Caution:
The full bag indicator light may come
on when picking up fine materials,
such as face powder, flour, cornstarch,
fireplace ashes or fireplace soot. These
materials may seal the pores of the
filter bag and may cause the filter bag
to burst even though the filter bag is
•Disconnect cleaner from electrical
outlet.
•Rotate hose to the side lift bag lid
latch and open bag lid.
•Push rear edge of bag into bag cavity
below seal.
•Clear bag opening by pushing the
pierced paper through opening
toward bag interior.
• Close bag lid.
Note: The canister bag lid will not
close without a filter bag in place.
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Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your vacuum will
ensure continued cleaning effectiveness.
How Replace The Bag
partially full of dirt. It is advised to
change the filter bag often when
removing material of this nature.