How To Use
The upright vacuum cleaner is designed to be used on multiple types of carpeting. Do not attempt to use the upright vacuum cleaner on bare floors, as damage to the
floor covering may result. Above the fl oor cleaning tools are available (optional).
1. Store
2. Use
3. Clean
Underneath
Handle Lock
Handle Adjustment
With the tip of the foot, press down to release the handle lock located at the left rear side of the cleaner. Move the handle and adjust it to the desired position for (1) storing upright, (2) operating the cleaner at a comfortable height for the user, and (3) cleaning underneath low furniture.
ON/OFF
Power Switch
The power switch is mounted on the motor hood. A push with the foot turns the motor ON; push again to turn the motor OFF.
Cord Storage
The cleaner has two convenient cord storage hooks attached to the handle. However, some models feature a quick release cord hook on the upper handle. A downward twist of the cord hook frees the cord for quick removal. With either style, wind the cord around the hooks for storage. Fasten the plug to the cord to prevent unwinding.
Cleaner Height Setting
WARNING: Avoid injury. Keep loose clothing, hair, fingers, and all other parts of body away from any moving part (such as the revolving brush). Turn off the switch and unplug the cleaner before changing the cleaner height setting.
The front of the cleaner has an adjustment that raises or lowers the cleaner base to match the type of carpet. With the cleaner cord unplugged, set the adjustment to lowest setting for maximum cleaning. If the cleaner is diffi cult to push, move adjustment to next highest setting until cleaner is comfortable to push. The brush roll must reach the carpet for effective cleaning.
Make each adjustment with cleaner switch off and cord disconnected from outlet. For ease in moving the adjustment knob, place handle in operating position and tilt cleaner back to remove weight from front wheels.
HOW TO MAINTAIN
The instructions given in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the bag, belt and brush roll often.
Disposable Dust Bags
Paper bags play a very important role in the effi ciency of a vacuum cleaner. The purpose of a paper bag is to trap dirt. But at the same time the bag must be porous enough to allow air to pass through. If the paper bag becomes clogged, no air can pass through the cleaner and no cleaning can take place, regardless of how powerful the unit is. Change the dust bag frequently. Some fi ne particles can restrict airfl ow very quickly and will decrease performance even before the bag appears to be full. For that reason, when vacuuming carpet fresheners or cleaners, powder, plaster dust, or similar fi ne substances, the bag may need to be changed more often.
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