Shark LA400 manual Maintenance

Maintenance

To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the unit before performing any cleaning, maintenance, or troubleshooting checks.

COMPONENT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Reassemble all parts securely before operating vacuum.

For best results empty the Dust Cup after each use; empty several times during prolonged usage or when it reaches the MAX fill line.

NEVER OVER-FILL THE DUST CUP.

Bottom Door

Release

CAUTION: Unplug the vacuum; failure to do so might result in electric shock.

1	Dust Cup	Empty each time you vacuum.
2	Pre-Motor Foam Filter	Rinse and air dry every month under normal use.
3	Pre-Motor Felt Filter	Rinse and air dry every month under normal use.
4	Post-Motor HEPA Filter	Clean once every 24 months under normal use.

DO NOT operate the vacuum without ALL the filters in place.

DO NOT operate the vacuum with WET filters.

DO NOT put the filters in the washing machine or dishwasher.

NOTE: The material in the filters will discolor over time. This is

NORMAL and will not affect the performance of the filters.

Fig. 11

Dust Cup

Release

Fig. 10

Top Door

Release

Fig. 13

IMPORTANT: Loss of Suction may occur if foam filter is not cleaned every month. Rinse and allow to air dry completely. Tap loose dirt from foam filter as needed in between washing. Foam filter may appear dirty after use - this is normal.

Pre-Motor

Foam Filter

Felt Filter

Post Motor

HEPA Filter

Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Fig. 17

CLEANING THE POST-MOTOR HEPA FILTER

Fig. 12

1	Remove the tool caddy from the unit.
2	Remove the filter cover from the vacuum by pulling

EMPTYING THE DUST CUP

The Dust Cup needs to be emptied each time you vacuum and periodically during cleaning, when the Dust Cup appears full.

1Press the dust cup release button and remove the dust cup from the vacuum. (fig. 10)

2Option A: for Quick Empty:

Insert the Dust Cup deep inside a trash receptacle to contain the dust and debris.

Press the bottom door release button to release the trap door. Tap gently to empty contents. (fig. 11)

Press the door shut again until it clicks.

3Option B: For Allergy Sufferers:

Wrap a trash bag around the Dust Cup leaving space at the bottom for the door to swing open. Locate the bottom door release button within the trash bag and press to release as you shake the dust cup to empty dust and debris. (fig. 12)

Press the door shut again until it clicks.

Note: Option B can also be performed outside of the home to further minimize releasing dust back into the air. Carry just the dust cup and trash bag outside.

4Check to make sure the trap door is secure before returning it to the Vacuum.

5To clean the upper compartment of the dust cup, press the top door release button to open.

(fig. 13) Empty the contents over a trash receptacle and push the door shut until it clicks into place.

Fig. 14

CLEANING THE PRE-MOTOR FILTERS

1Remove the dust cup.

2Remove the pre-motor filters out from the top of the motor base. (fig. 14)

3Rinse the filters thoroughly in lukewarm water until the water runs clear.

4Squeeze out excess water and let air-dry for at least 24 hours before replacing. Do not use a hair dryer or other heating methods to dry.

5Place the felt filter in first, then the foam filter.

6Replace the dust cup.

	up on the tab and pulling the cover away from the
	vacuum. (fig. 15)
3	Take out the HEPA filter by pulling it straight out.
4	Turn the filter over so that the dirty side is on
	the bottom and vigorously tap it clean against a
	garbage can to remove any dust. (fig. 16)
5	Wash the filter under the tap using lukewarm
	water with the dirty side face down until the water
	runs clear. (fig. 17)
6	Allow the filter to air dry for 24 hours. Do not use a
	hair dryer or other heating methods to dry.
7	Once the HEPA filter is dry, replace it back into the
	vacuum.
8	Replace the cover by inserting the two tabs into
	the holes at the top and then swinging the cover
	down until it clicks into place.

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