Dirtdevil MSD100 User Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

Operating and Servicing

Instructions

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Royal Appliance Mfg.

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CONGRATULATIONS!

You are now the proud owner of the Dirt Devila Scrub Devil, a revolutionary new way
to scrub tubs and tiles. We trust your new purchase will bring you many hours of
satisfaction.

Our company designed and developed this product with you in mind. It has
convenient replaceable cleaning heads, and an easy release accessory collar to keep
your hands clean and dry. The Scrub Devil's powerful motor takes the scrub out of
scrubbing.

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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Features..
Select Wand Position
How To Operate
Surface Cleaning Guide
Battery ChargingIStorage
Battery Disposal
Care Guide

Troubleshooting Guide

Purchase Record

To the consumer, Royal Appliance Mfg. Co. warrants this cleanin device to be free of defects in material or workmanship commencing upon the
date of the original purchase. Refer to your Scrub Devil carton ibr the length of warranty and save your original sales receipt to validate start of

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warranty per~od.
If the cleaner should become defective within the warran

Devil must be delivered prepaid to any ROYAL Authorizerlales
day of purchase. co of or1 lnal sales recei t and your name, address and telephone,number. If you are not near a Warranty sfation. call the factori
for ass~stance at u&!:

The warrant does not include unusual wear, damage resultin from accident or unreasonable use of this cleanin device. This warranty does not
cover unaudorized repairs. Thls warranty gives you specific igal rights and you may also have other rlghts. (0t\er r~ghts may vary from state to
state in the USA).

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eriod we will repair or re lace any defective parts free of charge. The complete Scrub

1-800-661 -6200.

WARRANTY

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Warranty Service Etation. Please include complete descri tion of the problem

Use only genuine Royal replacement parts.

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THIS CLEANING DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OWNER'S MANUAL

Please read these instructions
carefully before using your
Scrub Devil
To help you put your Scrub Devil
together or answer any questions,
call:

1-800-321 -1 134
1-800-661 -6200 (Canada).

(USA)

When

you

use

an

appliance,

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
REGULARLY CHECK THE ACCESSORIES FOR CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT.
WARNING:

DO NOT USE SHARP OBJECTS TO CLEAN ACCESSORIES 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:

This devise is splash resistant only. DO NOT submerge in water.

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.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged or left outdoors, return it to a service center for repair.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
Do not use without without manufacturer's recommended attachments in place.

Store the Scrub Devil indoors with battery pack removed.

Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
Do not handle battery or charger with wet hands.
Do not use appliance or charge battery pack outdoors.

Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the charger 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 incinerate batteries or expose to high temperatures, as they may explode.

Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is

hydroxide, gets on the skin
vinegar. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of

medical attention.

(1)

wash quickly with soap and water or

(2)

neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or

20-35%

solution of potassium

10

minutes. Seek

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PRODUCT FEATURES

Fig

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CornerIDetail Brush

2.

Quick & Easy Tool Release

3.

Twist 'n Scrub Handle
Release

4.

OnIOff Button

5.

Rechargeable Battery
Release Latch

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Pistol position

Wand position

CLEANING HEADS

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a. CornerIDetail Brush
b. Scouring Pad
c. Scrub Brush
d. Tool Adaptor

CornerIDetail Brush attaches
directly to the Scrub Devil.
Scouring pad and Scrub Brush
attach to Tool Adaptor and then
directly to the Scrub Devil.

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Scouring Pad and Scrub Brush shown as attached

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to

Tool Adaptor

Rotate

IMPORTANT:

detergent or household cleaners made for bathroom cleaning. Always read and follow the manufacturer's instructions on any cleaner.

Select Wand Position

a. Pistol Position: Push Twist 'n Scrub Handle Release button forward and rotate handle

b. Wand Position: Push Twist 'n Scrub Handle Release button forward and rotate handle counterclockwise and lock in place (Diagram 3).

Do not use abrasive solvents or cleansers that may damage fiberglass tubs, showers, soft metals, or plastic tile (see chart). Choose

Your Scrub Devil has been designed to be used as a pistol (Diagram 1) or a wand (Diagram 2).

90"

or 114 turn clockwise and lock in place (Diagram 3).

Choosing Accessory & Suggested Uses

a. CornerIDetail brush: Use to get into corners and around faucets, shower heads and other tight areas.
b. Scouring pad and Scrub Brush: Use to clean large areas such as tile walls, tub, and sinks.

(See page

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Surface Cleaning Guide, for additional cleaning tips).

Attaching Accessory

1.

To attach a cleaning accessory, line up the slotted shaft of the attachment over the slotted hole in the Scrub Devil and push it on (Diagram 4).

Corner detail tool: Attaches directly to Scrub Devil.

a.
b. Scouring Pad: Attaches to Tool Adaptor with velcro.
c. Scrub Brush: Attaches to Tool Adaptor with velcro and plastic tabs.

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2. To remove an accessory, simply push the Quick

Easy Tool Release Collar toward accessory. Accessory comes off. (Diagram 4).

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11 OnIOff Button

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Scrub Brush

Operate

a. To operate, press OnIOff button once to turn on. Press the switch again to turn off (Diagram

Scrub

Devil

1).

To avoid splatter from the brush or pad, turn

the Scrub Devil off while the accessory is still in contact with the surface. You may want to wear rubber gloves or protective eyewear.

b. Because the Scrub Devil is powerful, you don't have to apply excessive pressure while operating. When using the Scouring pad or Scrub brush,

use a circular motion (Diagram

c. You may rinse the Scouring pad or brushes by dipping the ACCESSORY ONLY into water or running under a faucet (Diagram

2).

3).

DO NOT IMMERSE SCRUBBER UNIT IN WATER; THIS CLEANING DEVICE IS SPLASH RESISTANT ONLY.

Surface Type Stain Cleaning Agent Attachment

prcelainlEnamel Hard water deposits General tub, tile, and sink cleaner Scouring Pad

lbs, Sinks

Ceramic Tile
Walls, Floors
Backsplash

Stainless Steel
Door Tracks

FiberglassIPlastic

Scum Weak ac~ds (vineaar. lemon iuiceMcheck
Dull, discolored

appearance

Hard water deposits

Scum

Dull, discolored appearance

Mildew

Water spots
Hard water deposits

Hard water deposits
Scum
Discoloration

labels for use on colored sini<s/t"'bs)

Specialty products for mineral stains
All-purpose cleaners

Aerosol tile cleaner
Vinegar or Vinegarlwater solution (Do not mix wlbleach)

Bleach solution for mildew (use in well ventilated areas)

Non-abrasive, all-purpose cleaner
Liquid dishwashing detergent and water
Paste of baking soda and water

Commercial cleaners for stainless steel
Rinse and dry with soft dry cloth

Non-abrasive, all-purpose cleaner
Bathroom cleanser
Tub, tile and sink cleaner-check label
to see if safe for plastics/fiberglass

Scouring Pad
Scrub Brush

for Grout Lines

Corner Brush

(to get into
tight spaces)
Scrub Brush

Scrub Brush
Scouring Pad

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BrasslGold/Chrome Fixtures

Glass (Shower Doors) Water depositslspots

Water spots/deposits

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Scum

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Soap scum Tub, tile and sink cleaner

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Commercial cleansers for aold/brass/chrome

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Liauid all-ouroose cleaner­All-purpose cleanser

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Glass Cleaner

IMPORTANT: Follow

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safety

precautions

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Corner Brush

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ChargingIStorage of Battery

Scrub Devil is shipped with the battery not fully charged and installed in the Scrub Devil unit.

Note:

Use only with charger (Part#I -1 10255-000) and charger stand assembly (Part#2-110241-600) supplied by the manufacturer to recharge

Note:

It is normal for charger to feel warm during charging. Battery is designed to be stored in charger and ready for use at all times. Continuous

charging in base when not in use will not damage battery.

1. Charging base is designed to be placed on counter or other level surface. Plug battery charger cord into 11 01120 volt "AC" electrical outlet not
controlled by a light switch (Diagram 1).

2. With dry hands, slide battery latch and remove battery (Diagram 2). Do not get battery wet. Do not store Scrub Devil with battery installed.

3. Holding battery with metal terminals pointing down, align rib of battery to charger slot. Gently slide battery into charger (Diagram 3) and press
down until seated.

4. When battery is on charge, the red LED light will be on. If light is not on, the battery may not be in charger securely. Lift and reposition battery to

ensure contact. Charge battery for at least

8

hours before use.

CAUTION:

Keep battery away from children.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

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Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery
pack or remove any of its components. Nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both
terminals with metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire

To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of expired battery pack properly.

THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. LOCAL, STATE, OR
FEDERAL LAWS MAY PROHIBIT DISPOSAL OF NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES IN ORDINARY TRASH, CONSULT
YOUR LOCAL WASTE AUTHORITY FOR INFORMATION REGARDING AVAILABLE RECYCLING AND/OR DISPOSAL
OPTIONS. FOR DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CALL THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY RECYCLING CORPORATION AT

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and/or serious injury.

WARNING:

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Cleaning and Storage

IMPORTANT:
NOTE:

1.

You may rinse the scouring pad and/or bristle brushes by dipping the accessory ONLY into water or running under a faucet (Diagram

2. To clean scrubber unit, wipe with a damp sponge and a mild soap.

DO NOT IMMERSE SCRUBBER UNlT IN WATER. THlS CLEANING DEVICE IS SPLASH RESISTANT ONLY.

3. After scrubbing is complete, with dry hands remove battery from Scrub Devil (Diagram 2). Do not get battery wet.
Do not store Scrub Devil with battery installed. Battery is designed to be stored in charger and ready for use at all times (Diagram 3).

4.

Store the Scrub Devil and accessories indoors and out of reach of children.

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Problem

Cleaning Device won't run

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Battery operating time
unacceptable

DO NOT IMMERSE SCRUBBER UNlT IN WATER. THlS GLEANING DEVICE IS SPLASH RESISTANT ONLY

For best results, thoroughly clean the brushes andlor scouring pad after each use.

Possible Reasons

1. Battery not charged.

2. Battery in unit not secure.

3. Needs service.

1.

Battery needs refreshing.

Possible Solutions

1.

Place Scrub Devil battery into charger. Charge for
a minimum of 8 hours.

2.

Remove battery and re-insert making sure
battery latch is secure.

3.

Take to service center or call 1-800-321 -1

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Discharge battery completely and recharge
for
If this does not produce desired results see
"Battery

8

hours to restore full power capability.

Charging/Storagen Pg

6.

ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

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In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authorized Royal 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 Royal Dealer or retailer: Always
identify your cleaner by the model number when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. The model number appears on the back of your
scrubber.

Model Number:
Date Purchased:
Store Where Purchased:

Cash Register Receipt: