Dirt Devil hand held vacuum User Manual

OWNER'S

Operating and Servicing

Instructions

MANUAL

Please read these

instructions carefully before using your ScorpionTM Hand

Vac.

Let us help you put your cleaner together

or answer any questions, call:

WARNING:

Cleaner assembly may

include small parts.

Small parts can present

a choking hazard.

1-800-321 -1 134

(USA

website:

For quick reference, please record your vacuum information below.

Model

Mfg. Code:

(Mfg.

code located on the lower backside of cleaner)

Canada)

www.dirtdevil.com

02001

All

rights

rese~ed

#I-113042-00

CONGRATULATIONS

You are now the proud owner of the Dirt Devil" Scorpion"' Hand Vac. Power is not a question with the Scorpion"'. This

amp1600 watt Hand Vac has the ability to "Put The Power of an Upright in the Palm of Your Hand"" The Scorpion"' comes with numerous useful tools to make your cleaning process hassle free. These tools include a crevice tools, hose, and upholstery brush. We trust your new purchase will bring you many years of satisfaction.

We are very proud of our products and hope that you are equally satisfied with their quality and performance.

Thank you for your support of Dirt Devil" products. Visit our

website at www.dirtdevil.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions Feature Descriptions How To Operate Attachment Usage Dirt Cover & Filter: Removal & Replacement Troubleshooting Guide

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does not cover brushes, flat belts, filters, bulbs. This warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specif-

legal rights and you may also have other rights. (Other rights may vaty from state to state in the USA).

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

*THIS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When you use an appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNATTENDED WARNING - FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

Do not use outdoors or 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 for inspection. Call 1-800-321

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 plug or appliance with wet hands.

Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep 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. 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.

Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all label and marking instructions.

Do not use an extension cord with this cleaner.

Keep end of hose, wands and other openings away from your face and body. Keep your

hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts; especially the revolving brush.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner without dirt container and/or filters in place.

Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping accidents.

Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

Approved by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturer's Association Executive Committee, April 29,1987.

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134 for the nearest service center.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper out-

let. Do not change the plug in any way.

NOTE: RETURN WARRANTY CARD TO REGISTER YOUR CLEANER

Your cleaner contains a

motor temperatures. If the Thermal Protector is activated authorized service representative or call Customer Service at 1-800-321-1 134.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is

Thermal

Protector

which will automatically shut off the motor at abnormally high

switch off and unplug the cleaner. Contact an

1. Hose

Vacuum End of Hose

Attachment End of Hose

Crevice Tool 10.

Upholstery Brush 11.

Nozzle

Dirt Cup

Shoulder Strap Holes

OnIOff Switch Dirt Cup Release Button Power Cord

12.

Shoulder Strap

Plug cord into electr~cal outlet.

Shde the power switch to the pos~tion.

NOTE:

Always turn off appliance before connecting or disconnecting

attachments.

Shoulder Strap:

clasp to front

CREVICE TOOL USAGE

To use: insert attachments into the nozzle opening (Diagrams 1 &

HOSE USAGE

Included for your convenience.

back of cleaner. See Features List, page

BRUSH TOOL USAGE

HOSE AND TOOL USAGE

To Attach:

for hole location.

2).

Connect

To use: insert flat end of hose For extended reach with tools, onto nozzle opening.

insert attachments into lar end of hose.

triangu-

NOTE:

Unplug cleaner before changing filter.

Press dirt cup release latch.

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Grasp f~lter from the center. Pull

filter 'out of dirt cup.

replacement call 1-800-3211134

For filter

Tilt dirt cup down and away from unit.

basket.

Return filter to dirt cup.

Reattach by aligning slot on dirt cup with the base of unit.Tilt cup up until it locks into place.

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY

UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING

Problem

Cleaner won't run

Cleaner won't

Possible Causes

Power cord not firmly plugged

into outlet.

Needs service

Dirt cup not installed correctly.

pick-up or low suction

Dust escaping from cleaner

Cleaner tools

Dirt cup full.

Clogged filter.

Dirt cup full.

Dirt cup not installed correctly

Filter not installed correctly.

Hose clogged.

won't pick up

Dirt cup full.

Filter clogged.

ANY OMER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE

Possible Solutions

Plug unit in firmly.

Take to service center or call

1-800-321 -1 134.

Review dirt container removal

Pg.

and replacement

Empty dirt container - Pg.

Remove filter and clean - Pg.

Empty dirt cup - Pg. Review dirt cup removal and

replacement

Review filter installation - Pg.

Remove hose and tools; remove

obstruction Empty dirt container - Pg.

Clean filter - Pg.

AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Pg.

CUSTOMER

In the event that further assistance is required, see yourYellow Pages for an authorized Royala Dealer.

Costs of any transportation to and from any place of repair are to be paid by the owner. The service parts

used in this unit are easily replaced and readily available from an authorized Royala Dealer or retailer.

Always identify your cleaner by the model number when requesting information or ordering replacement

parts. (The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner.)

SERVICE

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134)

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