Dirt Devil Vacuum User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Operating and Servicing Instructions

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• Please read these instructions carefully before using your lightweight vacuum.

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

This cleaner uses the following parts:

BELT STYLE

FILTER TYPE

F1 5

THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

• BRING VACUUM CLEANER TO UPRIGHT POSITION WHEN USING THE HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS.

• DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM CLEANER UNATTENDED WHEN PLUGGED IN.

• REGULARLY CHECK THE FILTER TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.

• WARNING: FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING.

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

• OCCASIONALLY REMOVE BRUSH AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM END CAPS TO KEEP BRUSH ROTATING SMOOTHLY.

• 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.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

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

WARNING:

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

Warranty Registration

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• Mail: Royal Appliance Mfg 7005 Cochran Rd. Glenwillow, Ohio 44139

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For quick reference, please record your vacuum information below.

Model #:

Code:

Mfg.

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

5/06

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before ser

• 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 an

• or hot ashes.

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ything tha

t is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,

• Do not use without dirt container and filters in place.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all label and marking instructions.

• 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.

• Vacuum 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is 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.

CONGRATULATIONS

You are now the proud owner of a Dirt Devil®. We trust your new purchase will bring you many years of satisfaction.

Our company has designed and developed this product with you in mind. 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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2, 3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

How to Assemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

How To Operate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6, 7

Dirt Container & Filter: Removal & Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7, 8

Belt or Brushroll: Removal & Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8, 9

Hose and Tool Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

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

Your cleaner contains a thermal protective device to shut off the motor to avoid overheating. If this happens, turn switch off and unplug the cleaner. Inspect the exhaust, inlet, hose, and filters for any blockage. Empty the dirt container and clean filters. After approximately 30 minutes the motor will have cooled and the vacuum will be ready to use.

must remain unplugged during the 30 minute cooling period.

NOTE: The cleaner

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, bags, 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).

IMPORTANT: USE ONLY GENUINE ROYAL®REPLACEMENT PARTS.

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FEATURES

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS OR FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER

BACK VIEWFRONT VIEW

ATTACH HANDLE

3a.

FRONT

Remove dirt container from body of cleaner.

Slide handle into hole on top of cleaner.

Insert screw through hole (located under tool caddy) on back of cleaner (Diagram 3). Place bolt onto end of screw coming through back panel and tighten to secure handle (Diagram 3a).

SECURE BACK HOSE TOOL STORAGE INSTALL DIRT CONTAINER

4a.

BACK

Wrap hose around back of hose caddy (Diagram 4). Push hose wand down into the right side of cleaner (Diagram 4a).

Attach crevice tool and dust brush to tool caddy.

Replace dirt container by tilting back until it snaps into place.

FRONT VIEW

1. Handle Grip/Carry Handle

2. Stretch Hose

3. Crevice Tool

4. Tool Caddy

5. On/Off switch

6. Dirt Container Release Button

7. Filter Screen

9. Dirt Container

10. Nozzle

11. Bumper Dust Brush

12.

BACK VIEW

Hose Clip

13.

14. Upper Cord Wrap with Quick Cord Release Long power cord

15.

16. Lower Hose/Clog Clean-out

17. Wheels

18. Lower cord wrap Cord Clip

19.

CORD RELEASE

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HOW TO OPERATE

ON/OFF SWITCH

Plug cord into electrical outlet.

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ted on the top

HANDLE RELEASE

Pull back handle to tilt back. Press on the front of nozzle if needed.

HOW TO OPERATE: CONTINUED

F1 5

FILTER TYPE

BELT STYLE

FLOOR/CARPET CLEANING

CARRY HANDLE

DIRT CONTAINER & FILTER REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT:

CONTINUED

Move the handle and adjust

it to the desired position for (a) operating the cleaner, and (b) lowering handle to clean under furniture.

Use the carry handle to move the cleaner from room to room.

DIRT CONTAINER & FILTER: REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING

NOTE: For best performance, replace filter yearly. Please use reminder label located on filter cap to record replacement date.

Lift dirt container release button on top of dirt container to remove dirt container.

FILTER.

For F15 filter replacement, please visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com to buy online or call customer service at 1-800-321-1134.

Hold dirt container over garbage can and press clean release dirt container button to empty. Make sure container bottom center opening is clear of debris. Snap dirt container bottom back into place after emptying.

2a.

Twist and lift to remove dirt container lid.

Insert screen back into dirt container.

*Regular Maintenance: Each time the dirt container is emptied, the pleated filter should be cleaned. Tap the lid firmly against the inside of a trash can until the 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. The cleaning instructions may vary depending on the dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaning of the filter may be required. It is recommended that

the filter be replaced once per year.

Replace filter in dirt container (Diagram 7). Align tabs on lid with the openings on the dirt container and twist to close and secure lid (Diagram 7a).

7a.

Return dirt container to cleaner.

BELT OR BRUSHROLL: REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE CHANGING BELT OR

TO REMOVE BELT

BRUSHROLL.

For Belt Style 15 replacements, please visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com to buy online or call customer service at 1-800-321-1134.

Hold the dirt container and grasp the top of the filter. Pull the filter up and out (Diagram 4). Tap the filter on the inside of a garbage can to remove excess dust and dirt from filter. DO NOT APPLY WATER TO PLEATED FILTER!

4a.

Grasp top of filter screen and lift out of dirt container (Diagram 5). Tap screen on the inside of a garbage can to remove dust and debris (Diagram 5a).

5a.

Lay cleaner flat and flip cleaner to expose nozzle base. Base should lay flat and face up. To remove nozzle guard, use Phillips screwdriver to remove the six (6) screws. Arrows show location of screws.

Flip cleaner right side up and lift off nozzle guard.

Lift and remove brushroll. Dispose of old belt.

BELT OR BRUSHROLL REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT: CONTINUED

TO REPLACE BELT OR BRUSHROLL

MOTOR SHAFT

Slide belt onto motor shaft. Place new belt in area of

END CAP

brushroll without bristles.

6a.

With new belt in place, pull and slide brushroll into nozzle making sure that the brushroll end cap on the right side is in the correct orientation (6a inset). Rotate brushroll manually to make sure belt is properly aligned.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Cleaner won’t run

Cleaner won’t pick-up or low suction

Dust escaping from cleaner

1. Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet.

2. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.

3. Needs service.

4. Thermal Protector activated.

1. Dirt container not installed correctly.

2. Dirt container full.

3. Brushroll worn.

4. Broken or worn belt.

5. Clogged filter.

6. Nozzle/brushroll clogged.

7. Hose clogged.

1. Dirt container full.

2. Dirt container not installed correctly.

3. Hose not installed correctly.

4. Filter not installed completely.

1. Plug unit in firmly.

. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace

fuse/reset breaker.

3. Take to service center. To find nearest location, visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com or call 1-800-321-1134.

4. Unplug cleaner - allow to cool.

1. Review dirt container removal & replacement Pg. 7, 8.

2. Empty dirt container - Pg. 7.

3. Replace brushroll - Pg. 8, 9.

4. Replace belt - Pg. 8, 9.

5. Remove filter and clean - Pg. 7, 8.

6. Check nozzle/brushroll; remove obstruction/clog Pg. 8, 9.

7. Remove hose; remove clog - Pg. 6.

1. Empty dirt container - Pg. 7.

2. Review dirt container removal & replacement Pg. 7, 8.

3. Review hose installation - Pg. 6.

4. Review filter removal & replacement - Pg. 7, 8.

Reattach nozzle guard by firmly pushing down until it snaps into place.

Flip cleaner back over and replace all six (6) screws.

HOSE AND TOOL USAGE

CAUTION: Do not lift unit from floor to use hose, loose items may become entangled in the rotating brushroll

TO USE HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS

Remove the hose from hose caddy.

Choose any of the handy accessories or use the hose alone.

Simply push the attachment firmly onto the hose end. To remove tool, twist and pull apart gently.

ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

CUSTOMER SERVICE (1-800-321-1134)

In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authorized Royal®Dealer or visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com. 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 and manufacturing code when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner.)

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