Powr-Flite PF18 User manual

Two-Motor Commercial Upright Vacuum
Powr-Flite• A Tacony Company
3101 Wichita Court • Fort Worth, TX 76140 • 800.880-2913 X8753 2/05
Model PF14 and PF18
OWNERS MANUAL
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To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury:
●Do notuse outdoors or on wet surfaces.
●Do notleave vacuum cleaner
unattended when plugged in. Turn off
the switch and unplug the electrical cord
when not in use and before servicing.
●Do notallow 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 vacuum cleaner is not working as it
should, has been dropped damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it
to a service center before using.
●Do notpull or carry by cord, use cord as
ahandle, close a door on cord, or pull a
cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
●Do not use extension cords or outlets
with inadequate current carrying
capacity.
●Turn offall controls before unplugging.
●Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
●Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked,
keep free of dust, lint, hair,and anything
that may reduce airflow.
●This vacuum cleaner creates suction.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings.
●Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches
or hot ashes. Do not use without dust
bag in place. Use extra care when
cleaning on stairs. Do not use to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids such
as gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
●Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry
area.
●Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug,
NOT THE CORD.
THIS MODEL IS GROUNDED, CONNECT
TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
OUTLET ONLY
SEE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown, ground-
ing provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of shock.
This appliance is equipped with a cord hav-
ing an equipment-grounding conductor and
grounding plug. The plug must be inserted
into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING -Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result
in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service person if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance - if will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
aqualified electrician.
Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary
adapter is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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●Do not vacuum water or liquids.
●Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects,
as they may damage the hose, vacuum
bag or the vacuum motor.
●Do not drop the vacuum on the floor.
●Do not operate the vacuum while it is
standing on high-pile carpet. It is
essential that the exhaust airflow is
not restricted.
●Do not kink or twist the power cord.
●Do not attempt to service the vacuum
yourself. Repair by anyone other than
an authorized repair service may void
the warranty.
Carefully check carton to signs of damage.
Report damages at once to carrier.
Unpack the machine and check machine
for completeness according to the packing
list. Check the cord plug installed corre-
sponds to your wall outlet.
1. Install handle by sliding it into the
opening in the top of the bag housing
until it bottoms out. Install and tighten
with the thumbscrew.
2. Install the hose by pushing one end into
the top of the bag housing. Push the
other end into the wand.
3. Make sure the dust bag is installed.
For instructions refer to the DUST BAG
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.
4. Snap the upholstery tool and crevice
tool into the option mount.
5. Plug the cord pigtail into the outlet at the
back of the vacuum housing.
6. Plug power cord into outlet at top of
housing (next to handle). The power
switch will glow when cord is connect
to a wall outlet correctly.
Note: this machine is suitable for voltages
from 110-120 AC/60 Hz.
1. Check to ensure a dust bag is installed.
Replace bag if needed.
2. Check brush area for any thread, string
or debris that may be wrapped around
the brush.
3. Plug the power cord into a receptacle.
4. Adjust the brush height knob to suit the
carpet thickness.
5. Turn the main power switch on.
The vacuum fan motor will turn.
6. While holding the handle depress the
red release and lower the handle to a
convenient operating position. When
the handle is lowered the brush motor
will start turning.
7. Clean the floor using normal vacuuming
procedure.
8. For cleaning with wand, remove the
wand by snapping it out of the retainer
clip and pulling it from its inlet.
The brush motor will stop automatically.
9. Attach tools and clean as you like.
1. Your machine has a red full bag light
which comes on when the airflow is
obstructed, indicating the dust bag
is full.
2. If the light comes on, switch off the
machine, unplug the cord and check
the dust bag. If the bag is not full, there
is an obstruction somewhere in
the system.
3. To remove the bag, open the bag
housing by pushing the door latch.
Fold the ends of the dust bag together
and carefully remove the bag.
4. To install a new dust bag, push the bag
into the inlet of the vacuum intake as
far as ti will go. Fold the top down so it
will not interfere with the door latch.
5. Close the door,ensuring that it
latches properly.
BAG REMOVAL
OPERATION
ASSEMBLY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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PF14-18 Upper Housing
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ref# order description
1TB1 wand
2TB2 screw, 4x16
3TB3 screw, 3.5x18
4TB4 screw, 3.5x25
5TB5 handle grip right and left
7TB7 sleeve
9TB8 on/off switch
10 TB9 light, full bag indicator
11 TB200 brush/radiator tool holder
12TBKIT-1 handle assembly kit
TB11 handle tube only
13 TB12 screw, 5 x 40
16 TB150 strain relief
20 TB14 terminal block
21 TB15 electrical cover
22 TB16 screw 3.5x16
24 TB17K hose assembly with cuffs
25 TB18 clip
26 TB19 coupling, hose
27 TB20 50' 3-wire electrical cord
28 TB23 latch, cover
31 TB24 upholstery tool
32 TB25 crevice tool
36 TB26 cover
42 TB27 wand lock
44 TBKIT-14 vac housing kit, rear
45 TB30 anti slip clip
52 TB31 clamp
53 TB32 foam, vac motor
54 TB33 filter
55 TB34 latch, shaft
56 TB35 spring
57 TB36 lock, cover
58 TB37 filter holder
ref# order description
60 TB38 disc, filter
61 TB39 7" gasket
63 TB40 screw, 3x8
64 TB41 grill, filter
65 TB42 gasket, motor upper
66 TB43 foam, vac motor
67 TB67 screw, 4x10
68 TB151 receptacle pigtail
69 TB68 release, handle
70 TB69 pin
71 TB62 front door seal
72 TB131 main wire 110 volt
73 TB70 decal
74 TB50 actuator switch
75 TB155 door bumper
76 TB51 switch normal open
77 TB52 RFI suppressor
78 TB72 screw, RH, short
79 TB73 screw. LH, long
81 TB53 gasket, motor lower
82 1995H motor 110V Lamb
TB153 motor 1000W 120V
83 TB74 plastic cover
84 TB56 thermal cut out
85 TB57 cable protector sleeve
86 TB58 vac motor housing
88 TB59 front cover shaft
89 TB75K upper housing, 14"
TB76 upper housing, 18"
90 TB77 cover brush access
96 TB78 latch
98 TB79 plastic, LH ring
99 TB80 micro switch, closed
100 TB81 plastic, RH ring
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PF14-18 Lower Housing
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ref# order description
101 TB82 felt, TB86A
102 TB83 swivel, intake
103 TB84 screw, 5x18
105 TB86A swivel guide plate w/o felt
106 TB87 brush pulley
107 TB88 L.H. brush support
108 TB89 ball bearing
116 TB90 cover,brush access
117 TB91 brush strip, 14"
TB92 brush strip, 18"
119 TB93 roller assembly, 14"
TB94 roller assembly, 18"
122 TB95 R.H. brush support
123 TB96 pulley,motor
124 TB97 belt
125 TB98 ring, rubber
126 TB99 foam, brush motor
127 TB85 clip
128 TB101 motor, brush 110 V
TBKIT-10 110 volt brush motor belt kit
130 TB104 control board
133 TB154 cable, pigtail
134 TB156 E-clip
135 TB108 wheel, rear
137 TB109A rear caster shaft
138 TB110 caster,front
139 TB111 spring
141 TB112 knob
142 TB113 screw, 5x40
143 TB114 14” brush housing
TB115 18” brush housing
144 TB116 bumper,14” housing
TB117 bumper, 18” housing
145 TB118 base plate, 14” housing
ref# order description
TB119 base plate, 18” housing
150 TB120 spring
153 TB60 bag mount fitting
155 TB188 3x16 mm screw
160 TB140 brush protector
166 TB122 thermal overload
294 261PB EC, 10 pk paper bag
753 TB123K bracket, swivel assembly
871 TB61 door, vac housing
1401 TB124 front caster shaft, 14"
NOT ILLUSTRATED
TB17 hose assembly w/out cuffs
TB127 cover for socket cover
TB130 hose, black stretch
TB133 brush housing upper & lower
TB136 carbon brush & spring
TB139 switch housing w felt
TB141 round dust brush
TB142 cord hook
TB143 cloth bag
TB147 screw for paper bag sensor
TB148 50' 18/3 yellow cord for
new style
TB150 inlet 3 pin for line cord
TB151 3pole connection plug
for HEPA units
TB143 cloth bag
TB39 gasket, door
HP1418 HEPA filter
U2170 carbon assembly, 1995H
TB109A rear axle shaf,t new style
JT59 cord end 10a/250v
TB155 door bumper
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Powr-Flite• A Tacony Company
3101 Wichita Court • Fort Worth, TX 76140 • 800.880-2913
Model PF14 and PF18
OWNERS MANUAL
The Powr-Flite Limited Warranty
The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that products manufac-
tured are free from defects, provided such goods are installed, operated and
maintained in accordance with written manuals or other instructions for a
period of 1 year from date of purchase on workmanship, motor, and parts.
In case you, as our customer,meet any trouble with your machine, contact a
Powr-Flite representative, who will be happy to be of service to you and will
take care of any warranty issues.
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