Dirt devil EG1200 User Manual

Electric Powerhead

Owners Manual

P/N 8286-04

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read These Instructions Before Using This Electric Powerhead

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical

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 an authorized
servicing dealer.

• 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 airflow.

• 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.

• 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 the y may be present.

• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or

disconnecting either hose or motorized nozzle.

• The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut
or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.

• Do not leave vacuum or brush when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Intended for Household Use Only

Parts & Features

It is important to know your vacuum cleaner’s parts and
features to assure its proper and safe use. Review these
before using your cleaner.

Light

Belt

WARNING

Always unplug the EG1200 before cleaning the brush area

as brush may suddenly restart. Failure to do so

can result in personal injury.

Assembly Instructions

WARNING! Do NOT plug into electrical supply until

assembly is complete. Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or injury.

1. Slide wands together until wand
button 1 snaps into place.

2. Insert connected wands into the
EG1200 until the wand button 2
snaps into place.

3. Secure cord into the cord holders on
wand.

4. Connect EG1200 plug into the plug

holder. (Fig. A) Do NOT force.

5. Insert the hose handle into the wand

until the lock button snaps into place.
(Fig. B) Be sure the hose is not
twisted. To remove: Press handle
release button and pull up on handle.

EG1200

To remove wands: disconnect plug,
steady EG1200 with foot and turn wands
counterclockwise until the button
disappears, then pull wands out of
EG1200.

6. Insert the hose wall adapter into the

vacuum inlet valve. Plug the 120V
cord into the nearest electrical outlet
if hose is equipped with a pigtail.

Fig. A

Fig. B

Wand
Button 1

2

Plug
Holder

General Operation

• The EG1200 is controlled by the on/off power control switch located
on the hose handle. The headlight will operate when the EG1200 is
turned on.

• To lower wands, hold the EG1200 down

Fig. C

with foot and pull back on wands.

• The powerhead has a pile height adjuster
for various carpet heights. (Fig. C) Use the
low setting for short napped carpets and
the high setting for plush carpets.

CAUTION: Do NOT leave the EG1200 running
in one spot in the upright position for any length of time. Damage to
carpet may occur.

Attachments

Using attachments on the hose handle:

1. Press lock button, then pull to remove handle from

Fig. D

wand. (Fig. D) NOTE: if the EG1200 is attached,
turn the powerhead off before removing handle from
wands.

2. Slide attachments firmly on hose handle as needed.

In some cases, the button may need to be
depressed to allow the attachment to slide up
higher where it can seal on the metal tube.

Using attachments on wands:

1. To remove the wands from the EG1200, lock wands

Fig. E

in straight-up position. (Fig. E)

2. Remove EG1200 plug and cord from holders.

(Fig. F)

Fig. F

3. Disconnect cord and steady the EG1200 with foot
and

turn wands until lock button disappears, then pull
the wands out. (Fig. G)

4. Put attachment on wands as needed. In some

Fig. G

cases, the button may need to be depressed to
allow the attachment to slide up higher where it can
seal on the metal tube.

Performance Features

Edge Cleaner

Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of
the EG1200. Guide either side of the EG1200
along baseboards or next to furniture to help
remove dirt trapped at carpet edges.

Overload Protector

The EG1200 has built-in protection against
motor and belt damage should the brush jam. If
the brush slows down or stops, the overload
protector button pops up and shuts off the
EG1200. The power unit will continue to run.

Suction Control

The suction control allows you to change the
vacuum suction for different fabric and carpet
weights. Opening the control decreases
suction for draperies and lightweight rugs,
while closing the control increases suction for
upholsteries and carpets.

Maintenance and Care

WARNING!!! Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning
the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal
injury from cleaner suddenly starting. Always follow all safety
precautions specified when caring for your EG1200.

Changing the Light Bulb

1. Remove the light cover by pressing in
and lifting both sides as shown. (Fig. H)

2. Push in and turn bulb counterclockwise to

remove. (Fig. I)

3. Replace the bulb. Bulb must not be high er than

15 Watts (130 Volts). Close light cover until it
snaps in place.

Fig. H

Fig. I

Maintenance and Care

Belt Changing & Brush Cleaning

Disconnect hose and brush from electrical outlet. Frequently check and
remove hair, string and lint buildup in the brush and brush support
areas. If buildup becomes excessive, disconnect the EG1200 from the
wands and follow the steps below.

To remove belt:

1. Remove light cover and light
bulb. Turn EG1200 over,
raise pile height adjuster roll­ers and remove the 2 screws
from the base. (Fig. J)

Fig. J

2. Insert and twist flat screw­driver under both back cover
tabs. (Fig. K)

Fig. K

3. Turn EG1200 right side up.
Tilt cover forward from back
until front snaps free. (Fig. L)

4. Carefully insert and lift
screwdriver at each brush
support to free brush from
base. (Fig. M)

Fig. M

5. Remove belt from motor
shaft. (Fig. N)

Fig. N

6. Remove worn belt. (Fig.O)

Fig. L

Fig. O

Maintenance and Care

To Replace Belt:

Fig. P

1. Install new belt (part # 8581-01) in belt
groove on the brush assembly, the over the
motor shaft. Be sure belt is under the belt
guard. (Fig. P)

2. Insert both support tabs into the base slots.

Then snap brush supports into place. (Fig. Q)

Fig. Q

3. Line up tabs on front of base with slots

inside the front cover. (Fig. R)

Fig. R

4. Tilt cover to back. Press cover firmly until rear

Fig. S

tabs snap into place. (Fig. S)

5. Turn EG1200 over. Replace cover screws and lower the pile height

adjustment rollers into place. Replace light bulb and cover.

EG1200 Explosion & Parts List

56

Illustration # H-P Part

Description

#

10 8581-01 Belt
12 8973 Nozzle Base
13 8974 Motor
14 8975 Motor Bracket
15 7941 Overload Protector
16 7967 Bulb, light (15 Watt)
17 8978 Bulb Socket
18 8979 Catch, Yoke
19 8980 Swivel
20 8981 Bumper
21 8982 Roller Shaft
22 8983 Seal, Yoke Bearing
23 8984 Nozzle Wheel
24 8985 Screw, Base
25 8986 Axle Roller
27 8988 Brush Assembly
28 8989 Seal, Motor Shaft
29 7951 Ratchet Catch
30 8991 Belt Guard
31 8992 Lens, Light Panel
32 8993 Cord
33 8994 Panel Light (includes item 31)
34 8995 Floor Nozzle, Upper
35 8996 Swivel Cap
36 8997 Indicator Cam
37 8998 Overload Seal
38 8999 On-Sert
47 7939 Lifter
55 7958 Screw, 8-18 x 1-1/2
56 7966 Wire Connector

LIMITED WARRANTY

H-P PRODUCTS, INC. warrants that the EG1200 Electric
Powerhead, when used for household purposes, pursuant to
Seller’s instructions, will be free from defects in materials and
workrkmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the
initial consumer purchase. H-P PRODUCTS, INC. warrants that
the EG1200 Electric Powerhead, when used in a commercial
application, pursuant to Seller’s instructions, will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from the date of the initial sale by H-P PRODUCTS, INC.
This warranty is limited to the replacement of defective parts and
any costs of shipping shall be incurred by the purchas er.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR
STATUTORY, AND H-P PRODUCTS, INC. SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL AND
INCIDENTA L DAMAGES, A N D L IMITS THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY TO THE PERIOD OF
EFFECTIVENESS OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.

H-P Products, Inc.
512 W. Gorgas Street
Louisville, OH 44641

www.centralvacservice.com