Troubleshooting Guide

WHERE TO ORDER PARTS

To order additional parts and accessories, go to: www.sharkclean.com or call

1-800-798-7398. NOTE: Some parts may be available at your Shark® retailer.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE REASONS & SOLUTIONS

 

Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow instruc-

 

tions for rinsing and drying the 5 filters before re-inserting

 

back into the Hand Vac. (See “Maintenance” sections for

 

instructions.)

Vacuum is not

Dust cup may be full; empty dust cup.

picking up dirt.

Check Hose and Hose connections for blockages; clear

 

blockages if required.

 

If Dust Cup is empty, and attachment inlets are clear, check

 

for other blockages. (See “Checking for Blockages” for

 

instructions.)

 

 

Vacuum lifts scatter

Because the “multi-vac” suction is powerful, take care when

rugs (lightweight,

vacuuming scatter-type rugs or rugs with delicately

movable rugs).

sewn edges.

 

 

 

 

Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow

 

instructions for rinsing and drying the 5 filters before re-

 

inserting back into the Hand Vac. (See “Maintenance”

Airflow is restricted.

sections for instructions.)

Dust cup may be full; empty dust cup.

Checking for Blockages

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Blockages may cause your vacuum to overheat and shut down. To prevent this from happening, check potential blockage areas after heavy use or if you detect a loss of suction or poor cleaning performance.

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No suction or light

Check Hose and Hose connections for suction strength;

suction.

clear blockages if required.

 

 

If Dust Cup is empty, and attachment inlets are clear, check

 

for other blockages. (See “Checking for Blockages” for

 

instructions.)

 

 

 

To reset the Motor Thermostat:

 

1. Move the Power Button to the “O – Off” position.

 

2. Unplug the vacuum.

Vacuum turns off

3. Check for clogged hose or filter; unclog hose and

replace filter.

on its own.

Wait 45 minutes for vacuum to cool; then plug in the

 

 

vacuum. Turn the Power Switch to the “I – On” position to

 

start the vacuum.

 

Note: if vacuum still does not start, contact Customer

 

Service at: 1-800-798-7398.

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1DUST CUP – HAND VAC

Dust cup may be full. Empty dust cup. To empty Dust Cup:

Hold Hand Vac upright. Press Dust Cup Release Button to remove door. Lift door off hinges and set door aside.

Turn Dust Cup over a trash receptacle and tap gently to empty contents.

Hold Hand Vac upright once again. Set bottom hinges of Dust Cup door into guides first; then snap door shut.

Check to make sure door is secure before turning on Hand Vac.

2FILTERS (FOAM AND FELT)

Filters require rinsing every 1 month for optimum performance. Follow instructions for rinsing and drying the 5 filters before using.

(See “Maintenance” section)

Before continuing to vacuum, replace Filters in the Hand Vac :

Dust Cup End (Pre-Motor)

Exhaust End (Post-Motor)

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