Powr-Flite PF600BP User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WARNING: OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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Backpack Vacuum
PF600BP - PF1000BP
PFBP-MAN 10/2020

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NOTES:
Model Number:_________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number:_________________________________________________________________________
Date of Purchase:______________________________________________________________________
GROUNGING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk electric shock. This machine is equipped with a cord having 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 it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
in sketch A
A

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
*When using an electrical backpack vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should be followed.
*Read all instructions before using vacuum cleaner.
WARNINGS
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when
plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug the
electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
• 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
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 not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
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 outlets with inadequate current carrying
capacity. Only 16/3 SJT extension cord should be
used with machine.
• Turn off all 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 machine is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the machine by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Keep children and unauthorized persons away from
the machine when in use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• 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. The exhaust airflow is restricted
and will cause the unit to overheat.
• Do not wash or launder the cloth vacuum bag. It
would destroy the filtration capacity of the fabric.
• 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 center may void the warranty.
• THESE MODELS ARE GROUNDED, CONNECTO
A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY -SEE
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the cloth vacuum bag regularly. After emptying the
vacuum bag, turn it inside out and shake as much dust
out of the fabric as possible. Optimum performance is
achieved by using a paper vacuum bag with the cloth
bag.
Use only approved paper vacuum bags.
Check the power cord for damage.
Always unwind the cord completely.
Ensure that the vacuum hose, the extension wand and
the vacuuming accessories are not blocked.
Ensure that the electrical outlet and the plug are securely
connected. Incorrect connections may cause sparking
and damage to the cable socket.
Have your Backpack Vacuum serviced by an authorized
repair service center if you suspect any potential
problems.
Ensure that the flexible vacuum bag ring provides a
proper seal before vacuuming.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following operating instructions
carefully. They will help you to get the best
performance from this professional quality
vacuum cleaner and to maintain it in optimum
condition.
Follow these simple steps for easy and
effective operation of the Backpack vacuum.
Open the lid and ensure that the cloth bag is
correctly located and the flexible ring provides
a proper seal when the lid is closed. For
optimum performance, filtration and maximum
hygiene, it is advisable to use a paper vacuum
bag in addition to the standard cloth bag.
If a paper vacuum bag is used, simply insert
it into the cloth bag, making sure that the
cardboard disk is centered on the flexible
sealing ring. When you replace the lid, the
short nozzle in the center of the lid will be
forced into the central hole of the cardboard
disk of the paper vacuum bag thus providing a
tight seal. Make sure the paper vacuum bag is
tightly secured over the short nozzle before
vacuuming.
Lock the lid down with the two latches. Always
ensure that the cloth vacuum bag is empty and
the paper bag is no more than 1/2 full before
vacuuming. The Backpack vacuum has been
fitted with a thermal overload switch to protect
the motor against damage should the airflow
be blocked for extended periods. This may
occur if the vacuum bag is overfull, the cloth
filter bag is clogged or if the vacuum hose or
exhaust is blocked. The vacuum motor will
stop before it can get too hot. If this happens,
empty and thoroughly clean the vacuum bag
and HEPA filter or free any blockage and
ensure that adequate airflow is restored. After
the motor has cooled to a safe operating
temperature, locate the thermal reset switch
on the bottom of the unit and push it back in.
There will be a slight audible click. Now the
motor will restart.
1. The vacuum hose is fitted into the cuff in the
lid. It should not be necessary to remove the
hose in normal operation.
2. Ensure the extension cord is wrapped
around the cord retainer with 6 inches of
cord from the retainer to the end of the plug.
Then plug the extension cord to the vacuum
cleaner’s power cord.
*Do not wrap the vacuum cleaner’s power cord
in the cord retainer.*
3. Place the Backpack vacuum on your back,
adjust the shoulder straps until you feel
comfortable and then tighten the waist belt.
The Backpack vacuum is designed to ride
higher on your back for maximum comfort.
4. Plug the cord into a 110 volt, grounded
outlet. Always unwind the cord completely
before vacuuming. It is important to maintain
the power cord in good condition. This unit
ships with a 50' 16/3 SJT conductor SJT
extension cord. Always use a 16/3 SJT
extension cord when operation this unit. Use
care when pulling the cord around sharp
edges and through doorways. Never operate
the Backpack vacuum if the power cord is
damaged in any way.
5. Attach the extension wand to the hose and
fit the floor tool or any of the other vacuuming
accessories on the wand.
6. Turn the vacuum on. The toggle switch is
located on the switch box. You may clip the
switch box to the waist belt.
7. After you finish cleaning, turn off the main
power switch and unplug the extension cord
from the wall outlet. Then starting from the
Backpack vacuum, wrap up the extension cord
to store. Be careful not to pull or yank on the
vacuum cleaner’s power cord.

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TO CHANGE THE FILTER COLLECTION BAGS
• Turn off the main power switch and unplug unit from wall outlet (Fig. 1).
• Remove vacuum hose from top of unit (Fig 2).
• Release the two latches and lift off lid (Fig. 3).
• Separate lid from paper bag insert and dispose of paper bag (Fig. 4)
• Remove cloth filter bag, clean, dust and replace (Fig. 5).
• Insert new a paper bag, making sure to align the lid nozzle with bag hole, and replace the
latches (Fig. 6)
Fig. 1
Fig. 6Fig. 5
Fig. 4Fig. 3
Fig. 2
CHANGING EXHAUST FILTER ASSEMBLY
The unit is equipped with a HEPA filter and an exhaust filter. These filters capture fine dust
particles and protect the motor from dirt. It is important to replace the HEPA filter approximately
every six months. Replace the exhaust filter every fourth time the paper vacuum bags changed.
To change or clean the exhaust filter
1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug unit from wall outlet (Fig. 1).
2. Detach the exhaust filter holder and the exhaust filter from the bottom of the unit (Fig. 7)
3. DO NOT THROW AWAY THE FILTER HOLDER.
4. Remove the exhaust filter from the plastic holder and shake or brush dirt from the filter.
5. Replace the exhaust filter in the plastic holder and place into vacuum.
Fig. 7

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CHANGING HEPA FILTER ASSEMBLY
To change the HEPA filter:
1. Unplug the unit. Remove the lid, paper bag and cloth bag to expose the HEPA filter.
2. Remove the filter cap on the top of the HEPA filter (Fig. 8)
3. Remove the HEPA filter from the dust compartment
4. Insert a new HEPA filter and replace the filter cap (Fig. 9). Refit the cloth bag, paper bag, and
replace lid.
Note: The HEPA filter can NOT be washed and reused.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the cloth vacuum bag regularly. After emptying the vacuum bag, turn it inside out and
shake as much dust out of the fabric as possible. Optimum performance is achieved by using a
paper filter bag with the cloth bag.
Clean the vacuum bag and HEPA filter or free any blockage and ensure that adequate airflow is
restored.
Use only approved paper filter bags.
Check the power cord for damage and replace if damaged.
Always unwind the cord completely.
Ensure the vacuum hose, the extension wand and the vacuuming accessories are not blocked.
Ensure that the electrical outlet and the plug are securely connected. Incorrect connections
may cause sparking and damage to the cable socket.
Have your unit serviced by an authorized repair service center if you suspect any potential
problems.
Ensure that the flexible vacuum bag ring provides a proper seal before vacuuming.
Recommended replacement parts:
C352-2500 Paper Bag (10 pack) PF600BP
B352-7800 Paper Bag (10 pack) PF1000BP
B352-2400 Post Filter
B352-2401 HEPA Filter
C352-1400 Shake Out Bag PF600BP
C352-1500 Shake Out Bag PF1000BP
C352-2800 Switch Harness
B352-6800 Strain Relief Complete
B352-3200 Power Harness
D123-5300 Motor
X9714 Power Cord
Fig. 8
*Front panel removed for illustration of HEPA filter removal only.
Housing removal is not necessary for filter inspection/replacement.
Fig. 9

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PF600BP-PF1000BP Parts

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No. Part No. Qty Description
1 D123-1000 1 Thermal Protection Switch
2 A352-3300 1 Latch Assembly
3 A352-8100 1 Screw #10 x .75
4 A352-8200 1 Screw
5 A430-0205 1 Screw
6 A732-8300 1 Screw #8 x .625
7 C352-9200 1 Back Rest Assembly
8 B352-2400 1 Post Filter
9 C352-2500 1 Bag (10 PK) (6Qt)
9 B352-7800 1 Bag (10 PK) (10 Qt)
10 B352-3200 1 Power Harness
11 B352-6100 1 Bag Compartment Seal
12 B352-6800 1 Complete Strain Relief
14 B352-0143 1 Motor Compartment
15 B352-0200 1 Bumper
16 B352-0339 1 Front Cover (6 Qt)
16 B352-0301 1 Front Cover (10 Qt)
17 B352-0443 1 Back Plate (6 Qt)
17 B352-7743 1 Back Plate 10 Qt)
18 B352-0500 1 Top Cover
19 B352-0600 1 Hose inlet
20 B352-0700 1 Motor Cover
21 B352-0800 1 Secondary Filter Plate
22 B352-2401 1 Secondary Filter Frame
23 B352-1000 1 Secondary Flter Cap
24 B352-8000 1 Post Filter Frame
25 B352-1200 1 Body Seal
26 B352-1900 1 Bottom Motor Mount
27 B352-4800 1 Inlet Seal
28 C352-1400 1 Shake Out Bag (6 QT)
28 C352-1500 1 Shake Out Bag (10 Qt)
29 C352-2800 1 Switch Harness
30 D123-5300 1 Single Stage TEK Motor
31 B113-0915 1 Bottom Motor Shroud
32 X9811 1 Back Pack Strap (Blue)
33 B352-1800 1 Top Motor Mount
34 B352-5300 1 Bottom Motor Shroud
35 B352-5400 1 Top Motor Shroud
36 B352-5500 1 Motor Seal
37 B352-8100 1 Backrest Mount
Not Shown
A134-0441 1 50' Extension Cord 16-3 SJT Yellow
B352-3800 1 Dust Brush Bristles
B352-4500 1 Bare Floor Tool
B352-4600 1 Bare Floor Tool Brush
32494 Wand Ring (Copper)

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PFBP-MAN 10/2020
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