Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

Possible causes

1.Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in

2.Power button is not pressed down

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting.

Remedies

1.Check electrical plug

2.Press power button down

Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction

Possible causes

Remedies

1.

Tools, flex hose and/or telescoping

1.

Remove each part and check for blockages

 

extension wand are blocked

 

 

2.

Filters are dirty

2.

Check and clean or replace pre-motor

 

 

 

and post-motor filters

3.

Dust bag is full

3.

Replace with new dust bag

4.

Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening

4.

Make sure swivel hose is locked into

 

 

 

suction opening

5.

Crack or hole in flex hose

5.

Check hose and replace if needed

6.

Air flow regulator or variable suction power

6.

Change to closed or maximum setting

 

control is set to open or minimum setting

 

 

Visible dust escaping from vacuum

Possible causes

Remedies

1.

Dust bag is full

1.

Replace with new dust bag

2.

Filters missing or installed incorrectly

2.

Check pre-motor and post-motor filter for

 

 

 

correct installation

3.

Filters are dirty

3.

Check and clean or replace pre-motor

 

 

 

and post-motor filters

4.

Flex hose is blocked

4.

Remove hose and check for

 

 

 

blockages

5.

Swivel hose not securely attached to suction opening

5.

Make sure swivel hose is locked into

 

 

 

suction opening

6.

Crack or hole in flex hose

6.

Check hose and replace if needed

Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an

authorized service representative.

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Please do not return this product to the store.

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48K2 specifications

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