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IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SECURITÉ
LISEZ COMPLÈTEMENT LE MODE D’EMPLOI AVANT D’UTILISER
CE SYSTÈME D’ASPIRATEUR.
En employant un appareil électrique, des précautions
fondamentales devraient toujours être prises, y compris:
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour réduire les dangers de feu, d’électrocution, ou de blessure:
• Débrancher et couper le courant
avant de le réparer.
• Ne pas utiliser sur des surfaces
mouillées.
• Ne pas utiliser comme jouet et
surtout faire attention quand on
l’emploie prés des enfants.
• Employer seulement tel que décrit
dans ce manuel d’emploi et qu’avec
les accessories du fabricant.
• Ne pas utiliser si la corde ou la prise
électrique est endommagée. Si
l’appareil ne fonctionnne pas, est
endommagé, est tombé par terre, a
été laissé à l’extérieur, ou a été
immergé, dans l’eau, veuillez
rapporter l’appareil à un centre de
service.
• Ne pas tirer sur le cordon eléctrique.
Ne pas utiliser le cordon eléctrique
comme poignée, ni le coincer dans
une porte ou l’appuyer sur des coins
et boudures tranchants. Ne pas
passer l’aspirateur sur le cordon
électrique. Eloigner le cordon
électrique de la chaleur.
• Ne pas débrancher en tirant sur le
cordon électrique. Pour le
débrancher, saisir la prise de
courant, et non le cordon électrique.
• Ne pas utiliser avec les mains
mouillées.
• Ne rien mettre dans les fentes et les
orifices bouchés. Ne pase employer
avec des orifices bouches. Éliminer
poussiére, cheveux et les autres
choses qui peuvent rendre difficile la
circulation d’air.
• Gardez cheveux, vêtements amples,
doigts, et toutes autres parties du
corps loin des orifices et des piéces
mobiles.
• Ne pas aspirer queique chose qui
brûle ou fume, comme des
cigarettes, des allumettes, ou des
cendres chaudes.
• Brancher à une prise de courant
munie d’une mise à la terre. Voir les
reseignements de mise à la terre.
• Éteindre tous les contrôles avant de
débrancher.
• Faire bien attention en nettoyant les
escaliers.
• Ne pas utiliser pour aspirer des
liquides infammables comme
l’essence et ne pas employer dans
des endroits où ces choses peuvent
se trouver.
• Ne rien placer ou entreposer sur
le dessus de l’appareil - une
surchauffe du moteur pourrait
se produire.
• Ne pas utiliser l’appareil si le sac
à poussiére ou le filtre n’est pas
en place.
Ne brancher l’appareil qu’à une prise avec mise à la terre.
MODÉLE A
INSTRUCTIONS DE
MISE À LA TERRE
Cet appareil doit avoir une mise à la terre. Si
une défectuosité ou autre survenait, la mise à
la terre offre une voie de moindre résistance
au courant électrique, d’où un risque moins
élevé d électrocution. Cet appareil est équipé
d’ un cordon électricque ayant un conducteur
et une fiche de mise à la terre. Cette fiche doit
être branchée dans une prise appropriée qui a
été installée et mise à la terre convenablement
en accord avec le code électrique de votre
région.
MÉTHODE DE MISE À LA TERRE
AVERTISSEMENT
Un branchement incorrect de l’équipement
de mise à la terre peut causer un risque
d’électrocution. Si vous avez un doute
concernant la mise à la terre de votre prise,
veuillez faire vérifier votre installation par un
électricien qualifié ou une personne du service
après-vente. Ne pas modifier la fiche fournie
avec l’appareil - si la fiche ne se branche pas à
la prise, faites installer une prise adéquate par
un électricien qualifié.
Les appareils, 299e, 599e, 799e doivent être
employés avec un circuit de 120 volts et avoir
une prise qui ressemble à la prise illustrée sur
I’image A.
Vérifiez que votre appareil est branché sur une
prise ayant la même configuration que la fiche
électrique. Aucun adapteur ne devrait être utilisé
avec cet appareil.
ATTENTION:
NE PAS UTILISER SUR TAPIS
OU PLANCHER MOUILLE.
US LISTED
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
For Models
299e, 599e & 799e
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING SYSTEM
TO THE OWNER:
Read the owner’s manual thoroughly to ensure the most
efficient use of your Dirt Devil® system. To register your Dirt
Devil® system warranty in the United States and Canada, call
1-800-822-9277, register online (www.cvacregistration.com) or
fill in and mail the warranty card located with this manual.
Please be sure this manual and warranty
information ar e left with the power unit or
customer when installation is complete.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCITONS
USAGE RESERVÉ POUR LA MAISON OU EMPLOI
COMMERCIAL LÉGER
Ne pas ventiler dans un mur, un plafond, ou un espace
dissimulé d’un bâtiment ou un édifice.
MODELS 299e, 599e & 799e
COMMERCIAL LIMITED
WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants to the initial purchaser that the Dirt Devil® Models 299e, 599e,
and 799e power units will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1)
year from the date of first consumer purchase and that hoses, tools, turbine attachments
and other attachments will be free from defects in material and workmanship for ninety
(90) days from the date of first purchase.
Defects, malfunctions, failure, or damage caused by improper, unreasonable, or
negligent use or repair while the warranted parts are in possession of the purchaser are
excluded from the warranty. This warranty does not cover unauthorized removal or
repair of the motor assembly.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT. IN
NO EVENT SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ESPECIALLY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES TO ANYONE. THE WARRANTY DOES
NOT COVER UNAUTHORIZED REMOVAL OR REPAIR OF THE MOTOR
ASSEMBLY.
Manufactured by HP Products, Louisville, OH
P/N 8842
07/05
IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION
Proof of Purchase or Registration of the Dirt Devil® System
is required before any warranty work will be performed
by an Authorized Dealer. Registration ensures a fast and
easy resolution to your warranty requirements.
To register, simply call the 24-hour registration line at
1-800-822-9277, register online (www.cvacregistration.
com)
or complete and return the blue warranty postcard
located with this manual.
Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. We
neither assume nor authorize any person to assume for us any liability in connection
with the sale or service of the Dirt Devil® equipment other than as provided in this
warranty. This warranty is only valid under normal, intermittent use of the product
when properly installed and operated in light commercial application.
512 West Gorgas Street • P.O. Box 3912
Louisville, OH 44641-3912
1-800-822-8356
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Dirt Devil® Built - In Central Vacuum Systems
Filter
Cartridge
Filter Latch
(turn 90° to
disengage filter)
Dirt Canister
Cyclonic
Cone Seal
Cyclonic Cone
®
Dirt Devil® Filtered Cyclonic
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
General Information
Do Not Store Objects on top of the
power unit. This will block the motor
cooling ventilation. Restricting the
cooling airflow may shorten the
motor life.
The central vacuum is designed to vacuum
ordinary household dirt and dust. The
system is designed for dry pickup. A Wetvac
accessory is needed if the system will be
used for liquid pickup.
The central vacuum system is a network
of inlet valves, 2” PVC tubing, and
low voltage wiring installed in the walls
of your home. To operate the system,
simply plug the hose into an inlet valve,
attach the cleaning tool to the curved
hose end and begin vacuuming. The dirt
is transported through the in-wall tube
system back to the dirt canister (located
on the power unit).
Caution: Do not allow the motor
to remain turned on, unless a hose is
connected or an inlet valve is open. If
air is not permitted to pass through the
fan blades, damage may occur to the
motor.
Operating Instructions
Using the Central Vacuum System is easy.
Simply raise the inlet valve lid, insert the
hose end and attach the desired cleaning tool
to the
hose wand. The Power Unit is
activated when the hose is inserted
into the valve.
Emptying the Dirt
Canister & Replacing
The Filter Cartridge
The dirt canister – where the
vacuumed dirt is deposited – is the
removable lower portion of the power
unit. The canister needs to be removed
and emptied when it is 1/2 - 2/3 full.
The filter cartridge should be replaced
once a year.
When the dirt canister is removed the
Cyclonic Cone will be visible. The cone
is designed to stay attached to the body
of the power unit when the dirt canister
is removed. The cone is removable to
allow access to the replaceable pleated
filter. To replace the cone, follow the
steps listed under replacing the filter.
MODELS:
ILLUS. #1
Follow these steps to empty the dirt
canister (refer to Illustration #1)
Make sure the Power Unit is OFF.
299e, 599e & 799e
1) Disengage the canister latches located
on opposite sides of the power unit.
2) Remove the dirt canister.
3) Dispose of canister contents in trash
receptacle.
4) Raise the empty dirt canister to the
proper location under the power unit
and engage the latches.
5) Be certain the dirt canister and
the cyclonic cone seal are “seated”
properly to the body of the unit.
Follow these steps to replace the filter
cartridge (refer to Illustration #2)
Make sure the Power Unit is OFF.
1) Unlatch and remove the Dirt
Canister.
3) Remove the pleated filter by turning
the filter latch 90° (counterclockwise) to
disengage the filter. (The filter latch is
located at the bottom of the pleated
filter)
4) Insert new pleated filter (p/n 8107-
01) and engage filter latch (by rotating
it 90° clockwise until you feel it snap
in place).
5) Raise the dirt canister (with cone
inside) to the proper location under
the power unit and engage the
latches.
6) Be certain the dirt canister and
cyclonic cone seal are “seated”
properly to the body of the unit.
General Power Unit
Maintenance
The simple care and maintenance
instructions included here will help
ensure trouble-free use of the central
vacuum system.
• Do not place objects on top of the
power unit. The motor could
overheat.
• Do not allow the motor to remain “on”
unless a hose is connected or an inlet
valve is open. If airflow is not permitted to flow through fan blades, motor
damage may occur.
• Do not operate without a filter in place.
• Empty the dirt canister when it is
1/2 - 2/3 full.
• Change the filter cartridge once a year.
• The power unit does not require
any lubrication.
• The exterior of the power unit can
be wiped with a clean, dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or water as
an electrical shock may occur.
• For additional service contact a
qualified service person.
Troubleshooting
the System
Motor Fails to Turn On:
• Check the main fuse or circuit
breaker at the main power supply
panel of your home. Reset breaker
or replace fuses if necessary.
• Check the Power unit reset button
located above the power cord.
Pressing the button should restore
operation.
• If the circuit protector continues to
trip off after a short period of time, the
motor brushes may be worn out. Call a
qualified service person for service.
Loss of Vacuum
If the system shows a loss of vacuum
power, check the following:
• The dirt receptacle and filter may need
cleaned – follow instructions
in this guide.
• The hose may be clogged – To
check if there is an obstruction,
unplug the hose and insert an
object that is smaller then the
diameter of the hose (A butter knife
works well). Pass the object completely
through the hose, if it stops that will indicate where the obstruction is located.
A dry garden hose can be inserted
into the hose to help push obstruction
through.
Dirt Devil® Models 299e, 599e & 799e
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CENTRAL VAC OWNERS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM SYSTEM
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Unplug and disconnect power
before servicing.
• Do not use on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this
manual. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord
or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it
to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use
cord as a handle, close a door on
cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
• Do not handle system or appliance
with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Connect to a properly grounded
outlet. See grounding instructions.
• Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning
on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
• Do not place or store anything on top of
power unit – over-heating of motor could
occur.
• Do not use without filter in place.
2) Remove the cyclonic cone by pulling
down on it. Place cone in dirt
canister.
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric
current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment grounding conductor
and grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
The 299e, 599e, and 799e appliances are for
use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Fig. A.
Make sure that the appliance is
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should
be used with this appliance.
FIG. A
GROUNDING METHOD
WARNING:
ELECTRIC SHOCK
COULD OCCUR IF
USED ON WET
SURFACES.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE ON WET
RUG OR FLOOR.
ILLUS. #2
US LISTED
Dirt Devil® Models 299e, 599e & 799e Warranty
All Permanently installed components of the Dirt Devil® Built-In Central Vacuum System are
warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and care as
long as the original consumer purchaser owns the home of original installation or until the power
unit is removed from its original installation, whichever occurs first.
In the event of a defect in permanently installed components of the Dirt Devil® System, an
authorized dealer should be contacted. Repaired or replacement parts (at our option) will be
provided to you for any items under warranty. Filter cartridges are not covered under warranty
and should be replaced yearly.
Attachments
Dirt Devil® cleaning attachments including: turbine power brushes, non-electric hoses, wands,
tools and tool caddies are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and care for three (3) years from original date of consumer purchase. Electric power
brushes and hoses, are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and care for one (1) year from original date of consumer purchase. In the event of a
defect in a Dirt Devil® attachment, a repaired or replacement (at our option) part will be provided
to you for any item(s) under warranty. There is no warranty for consumable items such as light
bulbs, belts and beater brushes.
Limitations of Warranty
The lifetime warranty begins on the date of the original purchase of the unit. This warranty
specifically excludes and there is no warranty on original or replacement filter cartridges and
further excludes any damage due to shipping and handling or damage due to installation, or faulty
installation.
In order to obtain coverage under this warranty, an owner must provide proof of purchase
or have registered the Dirt Devil® Central Vacuum Power Unit at 1-800-822-8356 or online at
cvacregistration.com, or by completing and mailing the warranty registration card. In addition, to
recover under this warranty, an owner must have provided normal care and maintenance for the
unit including, but not limited to, replacing the filter cartridge as needed and recommended by
the Instruction Manual.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTIES
OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. THIS WARRANTY
COVERS ONLY THE LIABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY DESCRIBED HEREIN, WHICH IS REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT, AND THERE IS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR THE FAILURE OF THIS
PRODUCT.
H-P Products, Inc. • 512 W. Gorgas Street • Louisville, OH 44641 • 1-800-822-8356
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL USE.
Do not vent into a wall, a ceiling, or concealed space of a building or structure.
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