Electrolux HP5550 User Manual

Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Household Type

OWNERʼS GUIDE

HP5550 Series

IMPORTANT

Do not return to the store. For assembly problems or questions, for replacement of broken or missing items, or to order replacement parts and accessories to be shipped direct to you contact:

Eureka Customer Service toll free at 1-800-282-2886, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (CST), Monday - Friday and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Or visit our web site,

www.eureka.com

*En Mexico llame al (55) 5343-4384

PLEASE RETAIN

We suggest you record the model, type and serial numbers below. They are located on the silver rating plate on your cleaner. For prompt and complete service information, always refer to these numbers when inquiring about service.

Model & Type ___________________________ Serial No. ______________________________

It is also important to keep your receipt as proof of date of purchase.

Index

Important Information ........................... 2

Assemble ........................................... 3-4

Use .................................................... 5-6

Accessories .......................................... 7

How to Remove Blockages .................. 8

Brush Roll ............................................. 9

Brush Roll Belt ...................................... 9

Filter .................................................... 10

Dust Cup .............................................11

Problem Solving ................................. 13

Warranty ............................................. 14

Customer Order Form ........................ 16

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 into 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles. Avoid picking up hard or sharp objects with the cleaner to prevent hose clogs.

Service Information

The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For additional service information, telephone our toll free number for the nearest Eureka Authorized Warranty Station.

You should know the model, type and serial number or date code when you call :

USA : 1-800-282-2886

Mexico : (55) 5343-4384

Canada : 1-800-282-2886

If you prefer, you can write to Electrolux Home Care Products North America, Consumer Service, P O Box 3900, Peoria, Illinois, 61612, USA. In Canada, write to Electrolux Home Care Products Canada, 866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Refer to The Eureka Warranty for complete service information.

DO NOT OIL the motor or brushroll at any time . The bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed.

Thermal Cut Off

This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the cleaner in case of motor overheating. If the cleaner suddenly shuts off, turn the switch off and unplug the cleaner. Check the cleaner for a possible source of overheating such as a blocked hose or clogged ﬁlters. If these conditions are found, ﬁx them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the cleaner. After the 30 minute period, plug the cleaner back in and turn on the switch. If the cleaner still does not run, then call 1-800-2822886 for customer assistance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always

be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS

WET PICKUP VACUUM CLEANER.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Turn off the switch

and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.

• 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 manufacturerʼs

recommended attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working

as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, have unit serviced before using.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on

cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying

capacity.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the

cord.

• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner 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 airﬂow.

• This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush

roll. Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Do not place cleaner on furniture or stairs as the brush roll may cause

damage. Place cleaner on ﬂoor with the handle in storage position while using attachments.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes.

• Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns,

avoid touching the belt pulley when servicing the drive belt.

• 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.

• Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

• Keep your work area well lighted.

• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

How To Assemble

CAUTION: Assemble the cleaner completely before plugging into an electrical outlet.

CAUTION: Moving parts, stay clear of brush roll when plugging in.

NOTE: Features may vary by model yet all parts assemble the same.

Step A Remove Dust Cup

Dust Cup

Latch

Dust Cup

Handle

Two Screw Locations

Step B Attach Handle

NOTE: Screws must be installed to properly

secure the handle.

Handle

Tabs

Slots

Dust Cup

1. Remove dust cup from unit to expose the two screw installation locations. Release the dust cup by rotating the dust cup latch to the left. Pull out and up on the dust cup handle to remove from unit.

Screw

2. Position handle as above. Slide the handle down over the top of the unit, inserting handle tabs into slots on unit.

3. Find the two screws in the accessory bag included in the carton. To secure the handle on the unit, install the two screws.

Screw

Step C Replace Dust Cup

Dust Cup

Latch

Step D Store Accessories

Dusting/

Upholstery

Brush

Crevice

Tool

Nesting

Extension

Wands

(shipped

stored on

cleaner)

Groove

4. Replace dust cup by aligning front of the bottom of dust cup into groove on cleaner. Pivot dust cup up against cleaner and rotate the dust cup latch to the right to secure.

Step E Store Electrical Cord

Cord

Retainer

Cord Hook

5. You will ﬁnd your cord retainer on the handle above the upper cord hook. Firmly push the electrical cord down into the cord retainer. This will place the cord out of the way the next time you vacuum.

6. Next wind the cord around the two cord hooks on the back of the cleaner.

7. Secure the plug to the cord to prevent unwinding.

Cord Hook

How To Use

CAUTION: Do not plug in cleaner

until you understand all controls and features.

1. Cord Retainer. To use, push electrical cord down into cord

retainer.

2. ON/OFF Switch. International symbol I means On, International symbol O means Off.

3. Dust Cup Latch. When dust cup latch is pointing to the left, the dust cup compartment is unlocked. When dust cup latch is pointing to the right the dust cup is locked in place. See the locked/unlocked symbols on the unit.

4. HEPA Filter Compartment. To open, slide HEPA ﬁlter door up and pull away from unit. To close, place HEPA ﬁlter door at top of opening pressing against unit, slide down into place.

5. Dust Cup Handle. Use the handle to remove and replace the

dust cup in the dust cup compartment.

6. Dust Cup Compartment. To open, turn dust cup latch (3) to the left pointing to unlock symbol, then grasp dust cup handle (5) and pull dust cup out and away from unit. To close, place the front of the bottom of the dust cup in groove at the bottom of dust cup compartment, rotating dust cup up and against unit. Then turn dust cup latch to the right pointing to the lock

symbol.

7. Stair Handle. To use when cleaning stairs.

8. Handle Release. Step on handle release. Pull handle back to a comfortable position. Press release again to lower handle further to clean under furniture.

9. Light Bulb Compartment. To gain access to light bulb compartment remove the two screws in the lens.

10. Brush Roll Belt Window. To check condition of belt watch to

see if white dots on belt are moving through the window. This indicates the brush roll is turning.

11. Screws to Release Hood. Remove these screws to release

hood and give access to brush roll belt area.

12. Cleaner Height Setting. The front of the cleaner has an adjustment that raises or lowers the cleaner base to match the type of ﬂoor surface. With the cleaner cord unplugged, set the adjustment to lowest setting for maximum carpet cleaning. If

the cleaner is difﬁcult to push, move adjustment to next highest setting until cleaner is comfortable to push. The brush roll must

reach the carpet for effective cleaning. For ease in moving the adjustment knob, place handle in operating position and tilt cleaner back to remove weight from front wheels.

WARNING: Avoid injury. Keep loose clothing, hair,

fingers, and all other parts of body away from any moving part (such as the

revolving brush). Turn off the switch and unplug the cleaner before changing the cleaner height setting.

13. Extension Wands. Use these wands on the end of the hose for added cleaning reach.

How To Use (continued)

14. Hose Retainers (3). Place hose on retainers to

store hose on unit.

15. Carrying Handle. Use this handle to carry unit

from one place to another.

16. Dusting/Upholstery Brush. Store dusting brush

here.

17. Electrical Cord Hooks (2). Wrap electrical cord

around them to store electrical cord on unit. Top hook rotates down for quick release of the electrical cord. Rotate back up to store electrical cord.

18. Clear Tube Quarter Turn Fastener. Turn this

fastener to the unlock position to remove the clear tube. To replace tube, place tube on the back of the unit and turn fastener to lock position.

19. Crevice Tool. Store crevice tool here.

20. Hose Adapter. Place the end of the hose into hose

adapter for ﬂoor/carpet cleaning.

Thermal Cut Off

This cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the cleaner in case of motor overheating. If the cleaner suddenly turns off, follow this procedure:

1. Push on/off switch to off.

2. Unplug cleaner.

3. Check for source of overheating problem (i.e. full dust cup, clogged hose or clogged ﬁlters).

4. If a full dust cup, clogged hose or clogged ﬁlters are found, empty the dust cup, unclog the hose or replace the ﬁlters.

5. Wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to reuse the cleaner.

6. After 30 minute cool down period, plug the cleaner in and push the switch pedal. The cleaner should turn on.

7. If the cleaner still does not operate, call 1-800-2822886 for customer assistance.

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