Simplicity Freedom S10E User manual

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Owner’s Manual
www.SimplicityVac.com
Model S10E

Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions 2
Polarization Instructions 3
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings 3
Description of the Vacuum 4
Assembling the Vacuum 5
Operation
Turning the Vacuum On/Off 7
Edge Cleaning 7
Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment 7
Maintenance and Care
Replacing the Vacuum Bag 8
Removing/Reinstalling the Bottom Plate 9
Replacing the Belt 10
Resetting the Circuit Breaker 11
Problem Solving Guide
Troubleshooting 12
Visit Simplicity Vacuums Online 12
Contact Your Local Retailer 12
Key Replacement Parts 12
For Best Performance 12
Warranty 13
Contents

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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 fire, electric shock or injury:
sAVe tHese InstRUCtIons.
IMPoRtAnt:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• Do not use 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.
• 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 Authorized 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 flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers 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 in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• 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.
• Do not attempt to service the unit while
appliance is plugged in.

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PoLARIZAtIon InstRUCtIons
Power Cord, 2-Wire Polarized Cord
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 fit 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 fit, contact a qualified
electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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DesCRIPtIon oF tHe VACUUM
1 Cloth Bag
2 Vacuum Nozzle
3 Headlight
4 Furniture Guard
5 Power Cord
6 Handle
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Attaching the Handle to the Vacuum
NOTE: Do not plug in the vacuum until it is
completely assembled.
The vacuum cleaner handle is packed as a
separate component that requires assembly.
• Release the handle bracket from the handle tube
by removing the two screws (Fig. 1).
• Place handle onto the handle tube, aligning holes
with pegs (Fig. 2).
• Place the handle bracket back into
position (Fig. 3).
• Secure with two screws removed in step 1.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
AsseMbLIng tHe VACUUM
Fig. 3

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AsseMbLIng tHe VACUUM
Positioning the Power Cord:
• Loosen, but do not remove, the screw holding the
upper cord hook (Fig. 1).
• Position the cord between the cord hook and the
vacuum tube (Fig. 2). Re-tighten the screw.
• Once the cord is secured by the cord hook,
proceed with wrapping the cord.
• Wrap the cord clockwise around the top and
bottom cord hooks. Fasten the plug to the
wrapped cord using the channel on the plug.
When not in use, store the vacuum indoors in
a clean, dry area where it cannot be damaged
or cause injury.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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oPeRAtIon
Turning the Vacuum On/Off
Locate the switch on the back side of the nozzle
to the left of the handle tube (Fig. 1). Simply
press the switch with your foot to turn the
vacuum On or Off.
Machine should be turned Off before returning
handle to full upright position. Always turn the
vacuum cleaner Off before unplugging it from the
electrical outlet.
Edge Cleaning
The edge cleaning feature provides improved
cleaning near walls and stationary furniture. For
maximum edge cleaning, place the left side of
the nozzle against the wall or stationary furniture.
Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment
Your Freedom vacuum is designed with an
automatic, self-adjusting nozzle. No manual
adjustments are required. The height of the
nozzle is instantly and automatically adjusted to
the flooring surface. This self-adjusting feature
allows the nozzle to float evenly over all flooring
surfaces.
Fig. 1
This vacuum is intended for household use only.

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MAIntenAnCe AnD CARe
Replacing the Vacuum Bag
NOTE: Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the
electrical outlet before changing the bag.
•Unzip outer cloth bag (Fig. 1).
•Remove used bag by pressing the bag holder
tab and pulling bag off vacuum (Fig. 2). Discard
used bag.
•To install new bag, position the bottom of the bag
collar into the bag collar holder (Fig. 3).
•Push the top of the bag collar inward until
the collar “snaps” into place under the bag
holder tab.
•Zip the outer cloth bag closed.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3