Dirtdevil MRY5300 User Manual

ROYAL.

Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Owner's Manual

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&

Canada)

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co

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THROUGHLY AND

CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE CLEANER

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LEA DETENIDAMENTE ESTE MANUAL ANTES DE

UTlLlZAR EL ASPIRADOR

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Cleaner assembly may include
small parts,Small parts can
present a choking hazard.

WARNING:

For quick reference,please record your
vacuum information below.

(Mfg.

code located an the lower backside of cleaner)

02004

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3089-000.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONSUMER INFORMATION

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3

CLEANER DESCRIPTION

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5

ASSEMBLING CLEANER

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6

- STEP 1. UNPACK CARTON

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6

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7

- STEP 2. ASSEMBLE HANDLE

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7

- STEP 3. ASSEMBLE CORD

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7

- STEP 4. ATTACH TOOLS

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8

SPECIAL FEATURES

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9

- Automatic Adjusting Nozzle

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9

- Edge Cleaning Feature

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9

OPERATION

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10

- Important Safety Tips

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- On/Off Switch

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- Handle Positions

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- Transporting Cleaner

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11

- Using the Cord Hook

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10
10
10

- Using Attachments

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12

REMOVING CLOGS

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13

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

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14

- Replacing the Head Light Bulb

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14

- Removing/Installing the Bottom Plate

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14

- Replacing Belt and/or Brushroll

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15

- Replacing Exhaust Filter

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16

- Replacing Filter Bag

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17

- Dust Compartment Filter

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17

MAINTENANCE

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18

- Cleaning Brushroll

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18

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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 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 prepaid to any ROYAL

¨

Authorized
Sales & Warranty Service Station. Please include complete description of the problem, 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 & 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 brushes, flat belts, filters and bulbs. 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).

- STEP 5. ASSEMBLE HOSE

CONSUMER INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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.

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 onlv as described in this
attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.lf appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a
service center for

Do not pull or carry b cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp e

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 dust bag
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,matches,
or hot ashes.
Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

inspection.Call1-800-321-1134

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ges or corners.Do not run appliance over cord.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: RETURN WARRANTY CARD TO REGISTER YOUR CLEANER

manual.Use onlv manufacturer's recommended

for the nearest service center.

andlor filters in place.

CONSUMER INFORMATION

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, 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-groundingcon
ductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that

is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING

nection of the equipment-ground-

ing 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

-if it will not fit the outlet, have a

proper outlet installed by a quali­fied electrician.

This appliance is for use on a nominal

plug that

is connected

be used with this appliance.

Thermal

vacuum cleaner in

off

source of overheating such as a full bag, a blocked hose or clogged filter. If these
conditions are found,

the vacuum cleaner. After the

and tum on the switch. If the vacuum cleaner still does not run, contact a qualified
electrician.

the

switch

looks

pmtector:

:

Improper con-

appliance-

.

~

like the plug illustrated in the sketch above. Make sure that the appliance

to

an

outlet having the

This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the

case

and unplug

fix

of motor overheating. If the cleaner suddenly shuts

the

them and wait at least

same

vacuum deaner. Check

30

minutes period, plug the vacuum cleaner back in

PIN

.

..

.

12(1wIt

circuit

configuration as

30

and

the

minutes before attempting to use

GROUNDED
OUTLET

has a grounding

the

BOX

attachment

plug. No adapter should

off,

vacuum deaner for a possible

turn

5

CLEANER DESCRIPTION

6

ASSEMBLING CLEANER

STEP 1: UNPACK CARTON

Remove all parts from carton and identify each item as shown in figure.
Make sure all parts are located before disposing of carton box.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not plug into the electrical supply until the assembly is complete.

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

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ASSEMBLING CLEANER

Handle

Lower Cord
Wrap

Screw Hole

Handle

STEP 2: ASSEMBLE HANDLE

STEP

3

: ASSEMBLE CORD

STEP

4

: ATTACH TOOLS

A

A

B

B

Make sure the quick release cord
hook is in the upright position.
Wrap the power cord around the quick
release cord hook and lower cord
retainer, and then lock the power cord
plug onto the power cord.(Fig. A)

Cord
Hook

Power
Cord

Lower Cord
Wrap

Insert the tab of accessory holder into
the groove at the rear of the body, and
snap the hook into the upper groove,
and screw it on the columns which are
on the back of the body base.(Fig. A)

Attach the extension wand on the
left side of accessory holder.

A

A

Attach lower cord wrap to body base.
Position the handle as shown.
Slide the handle into the opening at
the top of the lower cord wrap.(Fig. A)
Insert the screw into the handle screw
hole.
Using a screwdriver, tighten the
screw.(Fig. B)

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not plug into the electrical supply until the assembly is complete.

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

A

A

8

ASSEMBLING CLEANER

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not plug into the electrical supply until the assembly is complete.

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

Slide the crevice tool into the extension
wand.

Attach the hose on the right side of
accessory holder.

Place the dusting brush on the top of the
accessory holder.(Fig. B)

Dusting/
Upholstery
Brush

Accessory
Holder

Crevice
Tool

Extension
Wand

B

B

A

A

B

B

A

A

B

B

A

A

B

B

A

A

B

B

Hose

Insert the hose collar into the opening
at the rear of the body until it snaps.
(Fig. A)

Place hose on hose hook, located
on the front of the handle.

Insert another hose collar into the
lower part of the body. (Fig. B)

STEP 5: ASSEMBLE HOSE

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SPECIAL FEATURES

Automatic Adjusting Nozzle

Your upright vacuum cleaner is designed
with an automatic adjusting nozzle. No
manual adjustments are required.
The height of nozzle is instantly and
automatically adjusted to any carpet pile
height.

Edge Cleaning Feature

Edge cleaning provides for improved
cleaning of carpets near walls and
furniture.

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OPERATION

Important Safety Tips

Before you plug in your vacuum cleaner,
make sure that the voltage indicated on
the rating label of the vacuum cleaner is
the same as your local supply.

On/Off Switch

Plug the power cord to operate cleaner.

l

is marked on ON position.

0

is marked on OFF position.

If the vacuum cleaner stops automatically,
always turn off the switch and unplug the
unit before checking.

Handle Positions

The handle may be adjusted to any
position required.

Step on the handle release pedal. The
handle is released to move up and down
freely. Adjust the body to any position
required.

When cleaning under furniture, parallel
position may be used. To get to the
parallel position, press handle release
pedal again.

To store vacuum or use attachments, set
the handle to the upright position.

2

1

ON/OFF Switch

120V

WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard
¥

DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON position. Personal injury or damage could occur.

¥

DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage to items in surrounding area could occur.

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OPERATION

Transporting Cleaner

To move your vacuum cleaner from room
to room, put the handle in upright position,
tilt the vacuum cleaner back on its rear
wheels, and push forward.

The cleaner can also be moved by lifting it,
from the carrying handle as shown.

Using the Cord Hook

To release the power cord, rotate the quick
release cord hook downward and the
entire power cord will drop off the hook for
immediate use.

Do not unplug the cord by pulling on the
cord. Grasp the plug head and pull to
unplug the vacuum cleaner.

Return the quick release cord hook to the
upright position before attempting to
rewind the cord.

Carrying
Handle

Quick Release
Cord Hook

WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard
¥ DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON position. Personal injury or damage could occur.

¥ DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage to items in surrounding area could occur.

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OPERATION

Using Attachments

Remove the lower end of hose from the
vacuum cleaner by pulling out the hose
collar. (Fig. A)

Remove the extension wand from its
storage position.(Fig. B)

Slide the crevice tool out of the extension
wand.(Fig. C)

Turn the lower extension wand to the
UNLOCK position. (Fig. D)

Extend the wand to its full length.
Turn the lower wand to LOCK
position.(Fig. D)

Attach the extension wand onto the hose
collar.(Fig. E)

Attach crevice tool or dusting brush onto
the end of extension wand.
Crevice tool and dusting brush will also fit
on the hose collar.

The dusting brush has two options.
When the front brush is removed, the
remaining part can be used as an
upholstery nozzle.(Fig. F)

Unlock

Lock

Crevice
Tool

Extension
Wand

Dusting
Brush

Upholstery
Nozzle

WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard
¥

DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON position. Personal injury or damage could occur.

¥

DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage to items in surrounding area could occur.

CAUTION

When using attachments, be careful
not to overextend the hose. This could
cause the vacuum cleaner to tip over.

A

A

B

B

C

C

D

D

E

E

F

F

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REMOVING CLOGS

If the vacuum cleaner does not seem to
have adequate suction, first check for full
bag and dust chamber.

If the filter bag and dust chamber are free
of clogs, check the hose and extension
wand.

Visually inspect the hose and the opening
of the nozzle cover into which the hose is
inserted.(Fig. A)

If the clog still exists, make sure to turn the
vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power
cord. Turn the vacuum cleaner over to
expose the underside. Check the brushroll
area and suction inlet.(Fig. B)

Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright
position before plugging into the electrical
outlet.

Hose

Extension
Wand

Opening

Brushroll
Suction Inlet

A

A

B

B

WARNING

Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or personal injury from the vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.

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REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Replacing the
Head Light Bulb

Before replacing any parts, disconnect the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet.

Place the handle to parallel position.
(Fig. A)

Unscrew and remove the light cover.
(Fig. B)

To remove old bulb, push it in toward bulb
socket while turning counter-clockwise,
then remove.(Fig. C)

Use a bayonet base bulb having the rating
of 15~20W. To install a new bulb, push it
in toward the bulb socket and turn it
clockwise.

Replace the light cover and secure it with
screws.

Removing/Installing the Bottom
Plate

Before replacing any parts,disconnect the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet.

To remove the bottom plate, slide latch as
shown in the figure.(Fig. A)

DO NOT UNSCREW.

Pushing the locking tabs toward the center
of the vacuum, pull the bottom plate away
from the nozzle housing.(Fig. B)

To install the bottom plate, hook the front
end of bottom plate into the slots on the
front of nozzle.(Fig. C)

Press the bottom plate until the locking
tabs snap into place then slide the latch to
secure.

To Remove

WARNING

Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or personal injury from

the vacuum

cleaner suddenly starting.

A

A

B

B

C

C

Brushroll

Bottom Plate

Tabs

Tabs

Latch

A

A

B

B

C

C

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or personal injury from the vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.

Replacing Belt and/or Brushroll

For replacement belts call 1-800-321-1 134
for belt style 12.

Check the belt and brushroll frequently. When the

belt andlor brushroll is broken or worn out,
replace a new one. Belt should be replaced every

6

months.

Turn the unit over and remove the bottom plate as
described in Removing/lnstalling the bottom plate
section.

To remove the belt or brushroll, grasp both ends
of brushroll and lift it slowly. Remove the belt from

brushroll pulley and motor shaft.

Loop the new belt around the motor shaft and
brushroll pulley.

Rest the brushroll endcaps on grooves as shown.
Roll brushroll forward, replacing it into

the nozzle head.

After installing the brushroll, turn it by hand

making sure that the belt is not twisted or

pinched and all parts turn freely.
Replace the bottom plate as described in
Removingllnstalling the bottom plate section.

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Be careful when removing the brushroll as the belt tension is high.

so

Failure to do
releasing quickly and snapping away.

Replacina Exhaust Filter

For replacement filters call 1-800-321 -1 134.
Exhaust filter part #1-231 F13-000, dust

compartment filter part #1-231 LG1-000.

This exhaust filter should be replaced after
every third bag change.
Pull outward on the dust cover grip to remove

dust cover. (Fig.

Replace exhaust filter and (Fig.

close the dust cover.

could result in personal injury from the brushroll

A)

B)

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Replacing Filter Bag

Check the filter bag from time to time. When
excessive dirt accumulates, your cleaner may not
operate effectively.

If the vacuum cleaner does not seem to have
adequate suction, check the filter bag.

DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM
THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET.

Pull the dust cover grip forward and remove the
dust cover from the cleaner.(Fig. A)

Grasp the filter bag collar and pull it out.
Attach a new filter bag onto the filter bag holder

holding the filter bag collar and pushing back as
shown in the figure.(Fig. B)

Tuck the bottom of the

bag under.

Insert the tabs on the bottom of dust cover into
the grooves on the dust compartment.(Fig. C)

Rotate the dust cover up into the closed position
and press it until the hook snaps into place.

Dust Compartment Filter

The secondary filter is located inside the dust
compartment. When installing or changing the
filter bag, always check the secondary filter. When
the secondary filter becomes dirty, remove the
filter and clean by shaking off or brushing off over
trash container.

To remove or replace this filter, open the dust cover
and pull it out from the bottom of dust compartment.

To install filter, slide this filter back into place. It
should be fully inserted into the projections of the
bottom of dust compartment.

WARNING

Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or personal injury from the vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.

A

A

B

B

C

C

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS