DirtDevil Platinum Force User guide

OWNER’S MANUAL

Operating and Servicing

Instructions

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Please read these

instructions carefully before
using your Platinum Force

™

Upright.

• Let us help you put your

cleaner together or answer
any questions, call:

1-800-321-1134 (USA & Canada)
www.dirtdevil.com

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For quick reference, please record your vacuum
information below.

Model #:
Mfg. Code:

(Mfg. code located on the lower backside of cleaner)

WARNING:

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

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE

Congratulations, you are now the proud ownerof a Dirt Devil®Platinum Force™Upright. Dirt Devil

®

is pleased that you have selected this quality product and we hope it exceeds your expectations.
The Platinum Force

™

Upright with the patented Center Power Path™and 12 AMPmotor delivers

the power required for all of your cleaning needs. In addition, the MicroFresh

™

bag and HEPA
media filter keep the allergens and dust in the bag, where they belong. The automatic hose and
on-board tools are ready-to-use when you need them for above floor or upholstery cleaning.
Other features make cleaning easier such as the full bag indicator, the 7-position height adjust­ment, edge cleaning bristles, and a Scuff Guard

™

bumper.

Thank you for your support of Dirt Devil

®

.We are very proud of our products and hope that you

are equally satisfied with their quality and performance.
Visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Feature Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

How To Assemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

How To Operate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Carpet Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Transporting Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Above Floor Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

Paper Bag Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

HEPA Filter Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Belt Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

Belt or Brushroll Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Filter Pad Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Lightbulb Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10

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 in the 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, bags,
flat belts, filters, 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).

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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

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.

THIS CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• 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 UNATTENDED WHEN PLUGGED IN.

• REGULARLY CHECK THE FILTERS TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.

•WARNING: DO NOT USE SHARP OBJECTS TO CLEAN OUT THE HOSE SINCE THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE.

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WARNING: THE CORDS, WIRES AND/OR CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THIS 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.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

• 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 1-800-321-1134 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 dust bag 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.

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