Vacmaster VSH01 User manual

www.vacmaster.com
Cleva North America, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29607
Made in China
Use & Care Guide
MODEL NO. VSH01
2-in-1 Corded Stick Vacuum
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SECTION
Important Safety Instructions...................................................................................................................3
Warranty…………....................................................................................................................................4
Technical Data ........................................................................................................................................4
Getting To Know Your Vacuum................................................................................................................5
General Assembly Instructions.............................................................................................................6-8
Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................9-13
Maintaining Your Vacuum................................................................................................................ 14-17
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................18-19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Vacmaster® vacuum cleaner. With it you are
obtaining a high quality product that is engineered for optimal performance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and understand this manual before use.
Keep this manual and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future
reference.

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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 VACUUM CLEANER
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious injury.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
• 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. 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 a
service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on 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.
• 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 pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
• Do not use without the lter in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Household use only

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FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale, this product is warranted against defects
in material or workmanship when it is assembled, operated and maintained
according to all supplied instructions.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page:
www.vacmaster.com or call [phone].
• This warranty does not cover lters, which are expendable parts that
can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
• This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private household
purposes.
• This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
TECHNICAL DATA
2-in-1 Corded Stick Vacuum
Model: VSH01
Rated Voltage: 120V AC
Rated Frequency: 60Hz
Nominal Current: 3.3A
WARRANTY

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Available online at www.vacmaster.com or call [phone].
Item Part No.
Filter 571001109
Crevice Tool 571001135
Handle
Upper Cord Hook
Wand
Wand Latch
Lower Cord Hook
Power Cord
Floor Nozzle
Dust Release Button
Dust Cup
Hand Vacuum
Dust Cup Release Button
On/Off Switch
HEPA Filter
Crevice Tool

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1. Align and insert the oor nozzle into the suction port of the hand vacuum.
2. Open the wand latch located on the top of the hand vacuum.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Wand Latch

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3. Insert the end of the wand into the hole with the front of the wand aligning with
indent of the hand vacuum. Secure the wand by closing the latch until you
hear a click.
4. Make sure the upper cord hook is in upright position as shown. Wrap the
power cord loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks.
Upper Cord Hook
Lower Cord Hook
Wand Latch

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5. Lock power cord plug onto the power cord.
WARNING
Wrapping the cord too tightly with excessive stress on the cord can cause
cord damage. A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could cause
personal injury or damage.
Power Cord Plug
Power Cord

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before using, choose the stick or hand vacuum mode for cleaning.
Using Your Stick Vacuum
Note: Make sure the vacuum cleaner is completely assembled and the dust cup is
empty before using.
1. Turn the upper cord hook to either side to release the power cord.
2. Plug the power cord plug into an outlet located near the oor.
Upper Cord Hook

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
t, contact a qualied electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
WARNING
• When any abnormality/failure occurs, stop using the product immediately and
disconnect the power plug.
• DO NOT use outlets above counters.
• Damage of the cord resulting from the surrounding objects could occur.
3. Press the on/off switch to the ‘I’ position to start the vacuum.
4. Once you have completed vacuuming, press the on/off switch to the ‘O’
position and unplug the power cord from the outlet.
On/Off Switch I = ON
O = OFF

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Using Your Hand Vacuum
1. To remove the wand, undo the wand latch and detach the wand from the main
body. Then lock the latch until you hear a click.
2. Remove the oor nozzle from the hand vacuum.
3. Plug the power cord plug into an outlet located near the oor.
Wand Latch

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4. To turn the vacuum on, press the on/off switch to the ‘I’ position.
5. To use the crevice tool, insert one end of the tool into the hand vacuum for
cleaning corners, edges, drawers, etc.
6. Once you have completed vacuuming, press the on/off switch to the ‘O’
position and unplug the power cord from the outlet.
On/Off Switch I = ON
O = OFF

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CAUTION
DO NOT block the inlet opening. The motor will over heat and could become
damaged.
Storing Your Vacuum
1. Gather the power cord and wrap it loosely around the upper and lower cord
hooks.
2. Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry, indoor area, on the oor with the handle
locked in the upright position.
Note: The wand can be removed during storing.
WARNING
Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on stairs. If it falls, property damage could
result.
Upper Cord Hook
Lower Cord Hook

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MAINTAINING YOUR VACUUM
Emptying the Dust Cup
1. Remove the oor nozzle from the hand vacuum.
2. Position dust cup area of vacuum over a waste receptacle. Press the dust
release button to open dust cup lid and allow contents to drop into waste
receptacle.
Note: Use dry cloth to clean the outside of the unit. Do not allow any kind of liquid
to enter the unit.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of shock, disconnect the power cord, and turn off before
performing any service or maintenance.
Dust Release Button

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Cleaning the Filter
1. Press the dust cup release button to remove the dust cup from the hand
vacuum.
2. Remove the lter from the dust cup and clean the accumulated debris from the
HEPA lter.
3. After repeated use, it may be necessary to wash the lter. Hand wash in
lukewarm water. After washing, set aside and allow to air dry for 24 hours.
IMPORTANT: The lter must be completely dry before reuse.
24hrs
Dust Cup Release Button
HEPA Filter
Dust Cup

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4. Place the clean and dry lter back to the dust cup.
5. Align the slot at the back of the dust cup to the hand vacuum, and then push
the dust cup to the hand vacuum until you hear a click.
WARNING
Do not operate vacuum cleaner without lter installed.
HEPA Filter
Dust Cup
Dust Cup Release Button

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Removing Floor Nozzle Blockages
1. To clean out the oor nozzle, remove the oor nozzle from the main vacuum
body.
2. Carefully remove any debris or blockage from the inside of the nozzle neck.
3. Reattach the oor nozzle onto the vacuum body.
Note: Do not use scissors or other sharp objects to remove a blockage from the
oor nozzle as these may damage the oor nozzle.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Should you have any problem(s) with your vacuum cleaner, review the table
below for solutions to minor performance issues.
WARNING
Disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance to the vacuum
cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Vacuum will not power on.
The plug is not plugged to
the wall outlet.
Be sure power cord plug is
fully plugged into outlet.
The On/Off switch is not
pressed to the ‘I’ ON
position.
Press the on/off switch to
the ‘I’ ON position.
The vacuum body is
overheated.
Unplug the power cord
and let the vacuum cool
down for 50 minutes.
The motor is damaged. Call [phone] for
assistance.
The job of dirt pick-up is
poor or suction power is
weak.
Dust cup is full. Empty dust cup.
Filter needs cleaning. Follow lter cleaning
instructions on page 15.
Filter needs to be
replaced.
To purchase online at
www.vacmaster.com or
call [phone].
There is a clog in the
vacuum.
Check the nozzle and dust
cup for clogs and remove
accordingly.
Dust cup is not installed
well.
Check dust cup for correct
installation and ensure it is
snapped rmly in place.
The dust release button is
not locked into place.
Check and ensure it is
locked rmly into place.