DIRTDEVIL M086940K User Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Operating and Servicing

Instructions

Please read these
instructions carefully before

using your cleaner.

Let us help you put your
cleaner together or answer
any questions, call:

1-800-321 -1 134

website: www.dirtdevil

For quick reference, please record your vacuum
information below.

Model
Mfg. Code:

(Mfg.

#:

code located on the lower backside of cleaner)

(USA

&

Canada)

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rights reserved

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13420-000

9/03

CONGRATULATIONS

You are now the proud owner of a Dirt DevilB. We trust your new purchase will bring you many
years of satisfaction.Our company has designed and developed this product with you in mind.

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

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Thank you for your support of Dirt Devila products.
Visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Feature Descriptions .Page
How To Assemble .Page
How To Operate .Page

Hose Assembly and Tool Storage
Floor/Carpet Cleaning .Page

Above Floor Cleaning .Page
How To Transport Cleaner
Dirt Container & HEPA Filter Removal and Replacement
Belt or Brushroll Removal and Replacement

Lightbulb Removal and Replacement

Troubleshooting Guide .Page

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 vacuum cleaner carton for the length of warranty and save your origlnal sales recelpt to valldate start of warranty penod.
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

p&pahJ

to any

ROYALa

delivered
sales receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If you are not near a Warranty Statlon, call the factory for assistance at USA

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, filters,

brushes, bags, bulbs or fan damage. This
rights. (Other rights may vary from state to state In the USA).

Authorized Sales & Warranty Service Station. Please include co,mplete description of the problem, day of purchase, copy of original

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LIMITED

warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other

WARRANTY

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Canada:

THlS CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When

you

use

an appliance,

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
BRING CLEANER TO UPRIGHT POSITION WHEN USING THE HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS.
DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNAlTENDED WHEN PLUGGED IN.
REGULARLY CHECKTHE FILTER TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.
WARNING:
OCCASIONALLY REMOVE BRUSH AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM END CAPS TO KEEP BRUSH ROTATING SMOOTHLY.
WARNING: THE CORDS, WIRES AND/OR CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THlS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING

LEAD OR LEAD COMPOUNDS, KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR
OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.

DO NOT USE SHARP OBJECTS TO CLEAN OUTTHE HOSE SINCE THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE.

basic

precautions should be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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. Electrical shock could occur.
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.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as 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 objects 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 dirt container and 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.
Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Only the hand-held vacuum cleaners may be set on furniture.

Cleaner must be in the upright position to lift the rotating brush off the carpet when doing above floor cleaning.

Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner.

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

Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. Proper voltage is listed on the

cleaner plate.
Unplug before connecting Turbo TooP (Turbo Tool'" not included on all models).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade 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 outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

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Fiu

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1. Handle

2. Dirt Container Release Lever

3. Filter

4. Dirt Container

5. Headlight

6.

Carpet Height Adjust Knob

7. Brush View Window

8.

Scuff Guarde Bumper

9. Cord Wrap with Quick Cord Release

10. Stretch Hose

11. Hose Anchor

12. Cord Clip

Fia.

2

13. Carrying Handle

14. Long Power Cord

15. Stretch Hose Handle

16.

Belt Storage

17. Swivel Casters'"

18.

Handle Release Pedal

19. Extension Wand

20. Crevice Tool

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21. 2-in-1 Tool

22. OnlOff Switch

23. Clear Hose Inlet

24. Edge Wedge@ Tool (Corner and stair tool)

Dust brush1Upholstery tool

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Just above Exhaust Vent

HOW

1. Stand unit in upright position and place upper handle onto upright (Diagram 1).

2.

3.

TO ASSEMBLE

Push upper handle onto upright, aligning upper handle with handle opening (Diagram

TWO

screws (supplied) enter from top of upright to secure handle (Diagram

TOOL

REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

3).

2).

HOSE ASSEMBLY AND TOOL STORAGE

1.

ATTACH HOSE:

(Diagram 1A). Push down firmly on the cuff and turn clockwise. Insert the hose handle into the side of the cleaner. Press down firmly to
secure (Diagram 2).

2.

ATTACH TOOLS:

upper back panel with bristles facing out. (C) Slide the Extension wand, small end down, onto the lower back panel. (D) Slip crevice
tool onto lower back panel.

CORD STORAGE:

3.

Attach the flexible hose to the cleaner (Diagram 1). Match the arrows on the hose to the tabs on the clear hose inlet

(Diagram 3)

For tidy cord storage, wrap cord around hooks on side of cleaner with quick cord release (Diagram 4) (A).

(A)

Slide Edge wedgem onto the base of upper handle with bristles facing in. (B) Slide 2-in-1 tool onto

1. Plug cord into electrical outlet. 2. While the cleaner is in the u right position, turn the height ad'ustment knob to match the surface being
cleaned (Diagram
dle using the handle release pedal (Diagram 3).

FLOOWCARPET CLEANING

1. HANDLE SHOULD BE IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION BEFORE ADJUSTING THE CARPET SETTING.Turn height adjustment knob to

match the surface being cleaned (Diagram 1). Once height is selected the nozzle will go to the correct position. If cleaner is difficult to
push, adjust to a higher carpet setting.

NOTE: Rotating brush could cause area rug fringe to become tangled within cleaner. Use caution when vacuuming throw rugs with fringe.
ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING

Cleaner must be in the upright position to lift the rotating brush off the carpet when cleaning above the floor.

1. Put cleaner in its upright position.

2. Remove the hose from the side of the cleaner using the handle (Diagram 4).

CAUTION: Brush agitator continues to rotate while hose is removed or in use and at all times while cleaner is on. Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from brush area while cleaner is on.

3.

Choose any of the handy accessories or use the hose alone. Simply push the attachment firmly onto the end of the wand or hose
handle. To remove tool, twist and pull apart gently.

1). %Turn cleaner "on". Switch located on ~eRslde of cleaner directly above filler cage (Diagram 2). 4. Release the han-

5

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-.

Diagram

Height adjust knob.

R:

The Hose Anchor is used to prevent the vacuum from tipping while using the above

4

Diagram

Use carrymg handle on back of
cleaner to move room to room.

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5

floor cleaning attachments. Remove the Stretch Hose from side of the cleaner using the handle. Lay hose over the back of cleaner (Diagram

1)

and secure hose anchor ring, (Diagram 2a) located around hose to base. Pull hose from hose handle for additional length (Diagram 2b).

EXTENSION WAND:

Remove wand from side of cleaner by pulling out at the top to unsnap and puil up (Diagram

HOW TO TRANSPORT CLEANER

Use the carrying handle on the back of the cleaner to move cleaner from room to room (Diagram

NOTE:

Do not push cleaner forward while leaning on back casters. Do not pull cleaner on back casters.

Diagram I Release dirt
container

remove d~rt contamer.

Depress latch to

Diagram 2 Empty dirt con-

Filter does not have to be

tainer

removed to empty dirt contaniner.

Diagram 3 Remove

and firmly twist and pull the filter up and out

HEPA

filter

Grasp top of fllter

5).

Diagram 4 Replace dirt container

The filter must be in d~rt contamer
before replacing d~rt container.

CLEANING DlRT CONTAINER & HEPA FILTER:

Replace HEPA filter yearly for maximum performance.

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For HEPA filter replacement Part
WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

Empty & Clean DlRT CONTAINER:

1. Depress latch to remove dirt container from cleaner (Diagram 1). Pull dirt container out to empty (Diagram 2).

2. Remove and clean filter (see instructions below).

3. Use a sponge and lukewarm water to wipe dirt container compartment clean.

4.

Replace Dirt Container:

(Diagram

4).

If dirt container does not snap into place, check to make sure the filter is secured properly.

CLEAN THE HEPA FILTER

1.

Remove dirt container. Hold dirt container, grasp at top of filter and firmly twist and pull the filter up and out (Diagram 3).

2.

Regular Maintenance*:

Set aligning tab on bottom of dirt container into rectangular slot on the cleaner, and push to snap into place

(internal) located in dirt container:

Each time the dirt container is emptied, the filter should be cleaned. Tap the filter firmly against the inside of a trash

can until dirt stops falling from the filter. (Filter will be discolored after use, this will not affect the filter's performance.) Do not brush the filter.

3.

Thorough Cleaning*:

If you should notice a decrease in the vacuum's power or suction, inspect the cleaner for clogs, empty the dirt cup

and remove all dust and debris from the filter. Once completely cleaned, the vacuum will immediately be ready for use.

4.

Replace the HEPA filter:

*

The cleaning instructions may vary depending on the dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaning of the

Push down on filter to snap into place and prevent dirt leakage. Return dirt cup to cleaner.

2-JC0290-000, please call 1-800-321-1 134.

HEPA

filter

may

3).

be required.

DO

NOT

OPEN

SIDE

CAGE

TO REMOVE BELT

The side cage contains a non-replaceable filter. Therefore the cage has been

sealed shut. Please

DO

NOT

attempt to open the cage or replace this filter.

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BELT STYLE

121

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

WARNING:

TO REMOVE BELT

screwdriver to remove the six (6) screws. Arrows (Diagram
brushroll (Diagram 3). Dispose of old belt.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE CHANGING BELT OR BRUSHROLL.

Flip cleaner to expose nozzle base. Base should lay flat and face up. To remove nozzle cover, use Phillips

1)

show location of screws. Lift nozzle guard off (Diagram

TO REPLACE BELT OR BRUSHROLL

Diagram

Slide belt onto motor shaft.

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

WARNING:

NOTE: When changing belt, have height adjustment on the lowest setting. This will make replacement easier.

1

TO REDUCE THE RlSK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE CHANGING BELT OR BRUSHROLL.

Diagram

Place belt on brushroll.

TO REPLACE BELT OR BRUSHROLL

tles (Diagram 2). With new belt in place, pull and slide brushroll into nozzle (Diagram
the correct orentation (3a inset). Reattach nozzle guard (Diagram 4). Replace all six (6) screws (Diagram

BELT STORAGE:

Stretch belt around hooks on back panel of (See page 4, Figure 2, 16 for belt storage).

2

Diagram

Slide brushroll down into nozzle.

Slide belt onto motor shaft (Diagram 1). Place new belt in area on brushroll without bris-

3

Diagram

Reattach nozzle guard.

4

3)

making sure that the brushroll end caps are in

5).

2).

Diagram

Replace six

Lift and remove

5

(6)

screws.

LIGHTBULB REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

TOOL REQUIRED: FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER

WARNING:

This cleaner uses a common automotive lamp H06, 13.0 volts. For bulb replacement call 1-800-321 -1 134 or your local auto parts store.

1. Lean cleaner handle back. Insert end of standard (flat head) screwdriver into side slot and pry outward to pop headlight lens out (Diagram 1).

2. Pull bulb out of socket to remove. Push bulb into socket to replace (Diagram 2).

3.

Snap

Problem

Cleaner won't run

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING LIGHTBULB.

headlight lens panel back into place.

WARNING: TO REDUCE RlSK OF PERSONAL INJURY - UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING

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Possible Reasons

1. Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet.

2. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.

3. Needs service.

Possible Solutions

1. Plug unit in firmly.

2. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace
breaker.

3. Take to service center or call 1-800-321-1 134.

fuseheset

Cleaner won't pick-up
or low suction

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Dust escaping from cleaner

Cleaner tools won't pick-up

Headlight not working

Cleaner is difficult to push

1. Upper hose not attached.

2. Dirt container not installed correctly.

3. Dirt container full.

4. Clogged filter.

5.

Nozzleldirt passage clogged.

6.

Clear hose inlet clogged.

7.

Brushroll worn.

8. Broken or worn belt.

9.

Carpet height setting is incorrect.

1. Dirt container full.

2. Dirt container not installed correctly.

3. Hose not installed correctly.

1. Hose clogged.

2. Hose inlet clogged.

3. Dirt container full.

4. Filter clogged.

1. Bulb burnt out.

2.

Loose electrical wires.

1. Carpet height setting is incorrect.

1. Review hose assembly-Pg.

2. Review dirt container Removal and Replacement-Pg.

3. Empty dirt container-Pg.

4. Remove filter and clean-Pg.

5.

Remove hose; remove obstruction.

6.

Remove hose and clean inlet- Pg.

7.

Replace brushroll-Pg.

8. Replace belt-Pg.

9.

Set carpet height adjustment to appropriate
setting for carpet being cleaned-Pg.

1. Empty dirt container-Pg.

2.

Review dirt container Removal and Replacement-Pg.

3. Review Hose Installation-Pg.

1. Remove hose and tools; remove obstruction-Pg.

2. Remove hose and clean inlet-Pg.

3. Empty dirt container-Pg.

4.

Clean filter-Pg.

1. Replace bulb-Pg. 8.

2. Call 1-800-321 -1 134 for nearest authorized
Royalm Dealer.

1. Set carpet height adjustment to appropriate
setting for carpet being cleaned-Pg.

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6.

5.

6.

6.

5.

7.

5.

6.

5.

5.

6.

5.

5.

ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

CUSTOMER SERVICE

In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authoriied Royale Dealer. Costs oi 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 Royale Dealer or

retailer. Always identify your cleaner by the model number and manufacturing code when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The
model number appears on the back of the cleaner.)

(1 -800-321 -1 134)

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6.