Shark EP604 owner manual Operating Instructions

Metal Pin

Fig. 2

Fig. 1

Handle Storage Clip

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Assembling Your Vacuum Cleaner WARNING: Always remove the power

plug from the wall outlet before assembling or removing accessories.

Attaching The Handle

When removing the unit from the box, please note that the handle storage clip is attached to the handle when it is shipped. (Fig. 1) Remove the handle storage clip and attach it to the back of the unit onto the clip mounting slot.

1.Insert the handle into the hole above the dust cup handle.

2.Make sure that the slot in the handle fits correctly into the opening. (Fig. 2)

3.The metal pin should be on the same side as the handle release button. Depress the metal pin

and then firmly push in

the handle.

4. To remove the handle, press the handle release button and pull the handle up.

5.Attach the handle onto the handle storage clip if desired.

Attaching The Floor

Brush

1.Insert the floor brush into its location, in the direction of the arrow. (Fig. 3)

2.To remove the floor brush from the vacuum, press on the floor brush release button and pull the floor

brush out.

Floor Brush

Release Button

Fig. 3

Using Your Vacuum

1.Insert the power plug into the wall outlet.

2.Press the power On/Off button located on the unit to turn the vacuum cleaner “On”. (Fig. 4)

Fig. 4

3.To rewind the power cord, press the cord rewind button with one hand and guide the power cord with the other hand to ensure that it does not

whip causing damage or injury. NOTE: Do Not use dust cup handle to transport the unit, always carry from the carry handle.

Using The Attachments

1.Remove the long end of the hose from hose holder.

2.Attach the desired accessory to the

hose. (Fig. 5)

NOTE: The provided accessories can only be used with the hose. Do not attempt to attach to the base of the vacuum.

Fig. 5

Crevice Tool

For radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and between cushions.

Dusting Brush

The dusting brush is used for the furniture, Venetian blinds, lamp shades, shelves, etc.

Removing / Cleaning the Dust Cup

Warning: Always unplug the unit from electrical outlet before opening the dust cup (container).

Important: Do NOT use the vacuum without the HEPA-Type filter in place. Warning: After each Use - Always remove the HEPA-Type filter and the dust cup cover, then vigorously “TapClean” HEPA-Type filter until no more dust can be removed.

1.To remove the dust cup container, press on the dust cup retainer handle release button and lift the retainer handle upwards. (Fig. 6)

2.Grasp the dust cup from the top, tilt downwards and pull it out. (Fig. 7)

Fig. 6 Fig. 7

3.To empty the dust cup (container), turn the dust cup cover clockwise. (Fig. 8)

4.Separate dust cup cover from dust cup (container).

5.Empty dust cup (container).

6.The dust cup (container) and dust cup cover can be wiped down with a damp cloth or rinsed under lukewarm tap

water.

NOTE: Ensure that dust cup (container and dust cup cover are completely dry before re-installing into vacuum.

Dust Cup

Cover

Dust Cup
Container
Fig. 8	Closed
	Opened

Cleaning / Replacing the HEPA- Type Filter

1.To remove the filter cover inside the dust cup cover, turn counter clockwise and lift. (Fig. 9)

Fig. 9 Filter Cover

Dust Cup Cover

2.To remove HEPA-Type filter, turn filter counter clockwise and then pull up. (Fig. 10)

		HEPA-Type
		Filter
Fig. 10	Dust Cup
	Cover

3.Hold the HEPA-Type filter by the edges and vigorously “TapClean” the HEPA-Type filter on a hard, flat surface

until no more dust is

observed falling outFig. 11 from between the pleats of the filter. (Fig. 11)

4.The HEPA-Type filter may also be washed by running it under the tap allowing the water to run on the dirty side. We recommend washing it once a month or when suction appears reduced. Always allow 24 hours for air drying before replacing into the vacuum.

5.Reinstall the HEPA-Type filter into dust cup cover.

6.Replace the filter cover.

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