Shark UV219CS Cleaning the Dust Cup, Cleaning & Changing the Belt, Carpet Height Adjustment

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Cleaning the Dust Cup

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before removing the dust cup, HEPA filter,changing the filters or performing maintenance/trouble shooting checks.

The dust cup can
be washed in
lukewarm water.
Do not use strong
detergents.
Ensure that the
dust cup is fully
dry before putting
back on the
vacuum cleaner.
(Fig. 18) Do not
wash in	Fig. 18
dishwasher.

Cleaning & Changing the Belt

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before removing the dust cup, HEPA filter,changing the filters or performing maintenance/trouble shooting checks.

Occasionally the power nozzle drive belt will require changing, the frequency will depend upon the amount of use your vacuum sees.

1.Turn the vacuum "Off" and unplug from power supply.

2.With a Phillips #2 screw driver, remove the two screws at the top of the back of the power head.

(Fig. 19)

3.Release the handle by pressing on the handle release pedal and pull back on the handle until it releases from its upright position. Then turn the vacuum over and place on the floor.

4.With a Phillips #2 screw driver remove the two screws on the bottom plate.

5.With the unit still lying down, turn it around and lift the cover of the power head starting from the back of the power head. (Fig. 20)

Fig. 20

6.Use a flat head screw driver to remove the agitator.

7.Slide the flat head screw driver into the left side of the power head between the agitator and power head housing and lift. (Fig. 21)

Fig. 21

8.Carefully remove any residue that may exist in the belt area.

9.If the belt has broken, remove any loose pieces before replacing with a new belt.

10.Hold the agitator with your hand. If the belt is still attached to the agitator, there will be tension on it.

11.Carefully lift the left side of the agitator and then the right side.

12.Remove the worn or broken belt

from the motor drive shaft.

13Loop the new belt first over the motor drive shaft and then over the agitator pulley on the agitator. (Fig. 22)

Carpet Height Adjustment

This upright vacuum can be used on multiple types of carpeting, bare floors or upholstery with attachments.

To select a pile height setting:

1.Turn vacuum cleaner "Off".

2.Select a pile height setting by turning the carpet height adjustment knob to the desired setting. (Fig. 4)

Fig. 4

Suggested Pile Height Setting:

You may need to raise the height of the vacuum to make some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and longer pile carpets. (Fig. 5) Suggested settings are:

HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush scatter rugs, tools

MED: medium to long pile

LOW: short to medium pile, bare floors

FLOOR: very low pile, bare floors

Place unit in "HIGH" setting when using attachments to prevent possible floor damage.

Attention: Special care is required when vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor covering. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before vacuuming.

Removing & Emptying Dust Cup

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before removing the dust cup, dust cup filter,changing the filters or performing maintenance/trouble shooting checks.

The “Dust Cup” must always be emptied when the dirt level reaches the "FULL" line on the dust cup. To remove the dust cup from the vacuum:

1.Remove the front cover of the vacuum by lifting the front cover release. (Fig. 6)

2.To remove the dust cup, lift the dust cup release handle and pull the dust cup out from the vacuum. (Fig. 7)

3.To empty the dust cup, hold it by the handle over a garbage can and press on the trap door release button to empty. (Fig. 8)

Fig. 6 Fig. 7

Trap Door

Release

Button

Fig. 8

Fig. 5

Fig. 19	Fig. 22
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