Dirtdevil M0820 User Manual

Operating and Servicing Instructions

Please read these
instructions careful­ly before using your

Cordless vacuum.
Let us help you

put your vacuum
together or answer
any questions, call

1-800-321 -1 134
(USA).
1-800- 321 -1 1

(Canada).

www.dirtdevil.com

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Some states require that the batteries contained in this

product be recycled at the end of their useful life.

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THIS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be fol­lowed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

Warning: Do not use outdoors or on
wet surfaces.
Do not charge the unit outdoors.
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 -1 134 for
the nearest service center or visit
our website at www.dirtdevil.com.
Do not abuse the cord. Never carry
the charger or base by the cord or
yank to disconnect from an outlet;
instead grasp the charger and pull to
disconnect. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces. Do not pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do
not close door on the charger cord.

Do not handle plug or appliance with
wet hands.
This product includes rechargeable
nickel cadmium batteries. Do not
incinerate batteries or expose to
high temperatures, as they may
explode.

Unplug the charger from the outlet

before any routine cleaning or
maintenance.

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.
Do not pick up anything that is burn­ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
Do not use without filters in place.
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.
Leaks from battery cells can occur
under extreme conditions. If the liq­uid, which is 20-35% solution of
potassium hydroxide, gets on the
skin (1) wash quickly with soap and
water or
acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush
them immediately with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek
medical attention.
Use only the charger supplied by the
manufacturer to recharge.

(2)

neutralize with a mild

StorageICharging

Attachments

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Dirt Removal

Cleaning the Filter

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1.

Charger

2.

Standard charginglstorage base 8. Charging Light

3.

Nozzle

4.

Dirt cup release

5.

Power switch

6.

Comfort grip handle

Crevice tool storage

9.

Crevice tool

10.

Plastic wall anchors (2)

11.

Screws (2)

12. Cartridge Filter

Mounts on

the wall.

Tool Required: Screwdriver and drill.

2

Sits horizontally on

a flat surface.

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A. CHARGING ISTORAGE BASE

Designed to mount vertically (Diagram
shelf, or other surface (Diagram 2).

For tidy storage, wrap excess cord on the back of the charging base

and exit at either side or out the bottom.

1)

or placed on countertop,

To Wall Mount:

1.

Place charging base against the mounting surface. Mark the cen-

ters of the holes.

2. Move base, then drill a

3.

Push plastic wall anchor into the drilled hole.

4. Be sure marked location is correct before drilling the second hole
(adjust if necessary). Drill second hole and install other wall anchor.

5.

Match up holes in storage base to wall anchors and insert screws.

Be sure cord exits from one of the cord slots on the storage base.

6.

Tighten the screws to hold the base flush to the mounting surface.

3/16"

hole through the center of the marks.

B. CHARGING

Power switch must be in the OFF position.

NOTE:
IMPORTANT:

LEAST 24 HOURS.
Keep the charger plugged into a standard outlet at all times. It is nor-

mal for the charger to become warm to the touch when charging.

If the operating time gets shorter after repeated use, leave the unit run
until it stops running. Recharge for 24 hours and repeat monthly for
best results.

Use only the charger supplied

BEFORE FIRST USE, CHARGE YOUR UNIT FOR AT

by

the manufacturer to recharge.

The crevice tool is stored conveniently on board. Slide the small end of
the crevice tool into the back of the unit. Push until crevice tool is secure-

ly inside unit (Diagram

3).

To use, insert attachments into the nozzle opening (Diagram

Crevice

To
To

Tool:

use:

slide the power switch to the

turn unit

Ideal for cleaning hard to reach places.

off:

slide the power switch to the

ON

position.

OFF

position.

4).

Empty and clean the unit and filter after each use or after large pick­ups when the unit becomes full.

IMPORTANT: For best results, clean the filter after each use.

Depress the dirt cup release and pull the nozzle away from the unit
(Diagram

5).

Hold nozzle over a wastebasket, grasp filter using the pull tab, and pull
straight out (Diagram

To

attach

nozzle, align bottom first and rotate nozzle up, until it snaps

into place. Be sure the nozzle is secure (Diagram

6).

Empty filter and nozzle compartment.

7).

Brush the dust and dirt off the filter, or shake the filter inside a waste­basket.

If needed, the filter and inside of the nozzle can be washed with warm,

soapy water. DO NOT wash parts in the dishwasher. Use only a damp
cloth to clean the plastic parts. Let completely dry before next use.

IMPORTANT: Filter must be completely dry before replacing.

NOTE:

been damaged.

For best performance, replace filter periodically or when filter has

PROBLEM

Cleaner won't
run

Cleaner won't
pick up or low
suction

Dust escap­ing from
cleaner

POSSIBLE REASON

1.

Battery not charged.

2.

Needs service.

1.

Battery charge is get­ting weak.

2.

Dirt compartment is
full.

3.

Filter is dirty.

1.

Dirt compartment is
full.

3.

Filter is dirty.

POSSIBLE SOLUTION

1. Charge battery. For first use,
charge for at least 24 hours.
Power switch must be in the
"OFF position when charging.

2.

Take to Service Center or call

1-800-321 -1 134.

1. Charge Battery.

2.

Empty dirt compartment.

3.

Clean or replace.

1.

Empty dirt compartment.

2.

Clean filter or replace.

LIMITED

To the consumer, Royal Appliance Mfg. Co. warrants this vacuum cleaner to be free of defects in
material or workmanship commencing upon the date of the original purchase. Refer to your vac-

uum cleaner carton for the length of warranty and save your original sales receipt to validate start

of warranty period.

If the vacuum cleaner should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace
any defective parts free of charge. The complete machine must be delivered
Authorized Sales
day of purchase, copy of original sales receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If
you are not near a Warranty Station, call the factory for assistance at USA: 1-800-321-1134

CANADA: 1-800-321-1134. Use only genuine Royal replacement parts.
The warranty does not include unusual wear, damage resulting from accident or unreasonable use

of the vacuum cleaner. This warranty does not cover belts, brushes, bags, bulbs or fan damage.
This warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specific legal rights

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

&

Warranty Service Station. Please include complete description of the problem,

WARRANTY

&to any ROYAL

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The batteries are not removable from this product. When the battery life

has expired, the entire unit must be disposed of properly to preserve
natural resources.

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BATTERIES IN ORDINARY TRASH, CONSULT YOUR LOCAL WASTE AUTHORI­TY FOR INFORMATION REGARDING AVAILABLE RECYCLING
AL OPTIONS. FOR DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CALL THE RECHARGEABLE BAT­TERY RECYCLING CORPORATION AT 1 -800-8-BATTERY.

THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY AND

MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. LOCAL, STATE, OR FED­ERAL LAWS MAY PROHIBIT DISPOSAL OF NICKEL-CADMIUM

AND/OR DISPOS-

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Call 1-800-321-1 134 with any questions about ordering parts or visit us on the web
at www.dirtdevil.com.