Eureka 63 User Manual

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Hand Held

Vacuum Cleaner

Household Type

Owner’s Guide

Model 63 Hand Vac

For location of nearest Eureka Warranty Station or Service Information call

1-800-282-2886*.

*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169

Index

Important Safeguards ..........2

Service Information ..............4

Identify Parts ........................5

Assembly .............................6

How to Use ..........................7

Trouble Shooting .................. 8

Customer Order Form..........9

Warranty.............................11

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS 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 manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If v acuum cleaner is not working as it should,

has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center before using.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close 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. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all

parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is b urning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or

hot ashes.

• Do not use without motor filter in place.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or comb ustib le 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

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CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ

Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent être observées, incluant les suivantes:

LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE ASPIRATEUR.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique, ou de b lessure:

• N’utiliser à l’extérieur où sur une surface mouillée.

• Ne quitté pas l’aspirateur lorsqu’il est branché. Fermer le poste et débrancher la

corde électrique lorsqu’il n’est pas en marche et/où avant de le réparer.

• N’utilisez pas comme un jouet. Portez attention l’orsque vous l’utilisez pies où par un

enfant.

• Utilisez seulement comme décrit dans ce livet. Utilisez seulement les accessoires

recommandés par le fabricant.

• N’utilisez pas avec une corde où prise endommagée. Si l’aspirateur ne fonctionne pas

comme il le faut, s’y il a été échappé, endommagé, laissé à l’extérieur , où échappé dans l’eau, retourné l’aspirateur à un centre de réparation avant de s’en servir.

• Ne tirez pas et ne portez pas par le corde, utilisez la corde comme une poignée, fermez

un porte sur la corde, où tirez la corde autour des coins aign. Ne passez pas l’aspirateur sur la corde. Éloignez la corde des surfaces chaudes.

• N’utilisez pas la corde électrique où la prise de courant avec insuffisamment de capacité

de courant.

• Fermez tout les contrôle avant de débrancher.

• Ne pas débrancher en tirant sur le cordon. Pour débrancher, tenez la fiche et non le

cordon.

• Ne touchez pas la prise où l’aspirateur avec les mains mouillées.

• Ne mettez aucun objets dans les ouvertures. N’utilisez pas av ec des ouvertures bouchés;

gardez libre de poussière, tissue ouaté, cheveux et n’importe quoi qui peut réduire la courant atmosphérique.

• Cet aspirateur crée de la succion et contient. Tenir les parties mobiles et les ouvertures

loin des cheveux, des habits, des doigts et de toute partie du corps.

• Ne ramassez rien qui brûle où fument, tel que cigarettes, allumettes, où des cendres

chaudes.

• N’utilisez pas sans le sac de poussière et filtre(s) en place.

• Utilisez des précautions lorsque vous nettoyé sur des escaliers .

• N’utilisez pas pour ramasser des liquides inflammable où combustible, tel que de

l’essence, où utilisé dans les endroits où ses derniers peuvent être présent.

• Entreposez votre aspirateur à l’intérieur dans un endroit propre et sec.

• Garder votre lieu de travail bun éclairé.

• Débrancher les appareils électrique avant de les balayer.

CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, cet appareil est muni d’une fiche polarisée (une des lames est plus large). Cette fiche ne peut être insérée dans une prise polarisée que d’une seule façon. Si la fiche ne peut être insérée dans la prise, retourner la fiche. Si la fiche ne peut toujours pas être insérée dans la prise, faire installer une prise adéquate par un électricien qualifié. Ne pas modifier la fiche.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles. Avoid picking up hard or sharp objects that could damage the vacuum cleaner.

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 numbers when y ou

call:

USA: 1-800-282-2886

México: 5670-6169

Canada: 1-800-282-2886

If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 North Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. In Canada write to The Eureka Company, 866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Ref er to The Eureka Limited W arranty for complete service information.

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

Rating Plate

The rating plate on the bottom of the cleaner shows the model number . F or prompt and complete service information, always refer to these numbers.

Model & Type_________________________ Serial No.____________________________

THE EUREKA COMPANY

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61701 USA

HOUSEHOLD TYPE

MODEL

Automatic Motor Shut-Off

To protect from overheating, this v acuum cleaner is equipped with a thermostat which automaticaly shuts off the motor if it overheats. Should this happen:

1. T urn off the s witch and unplug the cleaner because the thermostat will allow the cleaner to automatically start running again when the motor cools (approximately 30 minutes;

2. Check the hose, bag and filters as a clogged hose, full bag or dirty filters could cause the motor to overheat; and

3. Call a Eureka Service Station if the cleaner will not operate after cooling for approximately 30 minutes.

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Identify Parts

1. On/Off Power Switch

2. Dust Cup Release Button

3. Dust Cup

4. Handle

5. Carrying Strap Connection

6. Dust Cup Filter (inside dust cup)

7. Shor t Flexible Hose

8. Cleaning Brush

9. Crevice Brush

10. Carrying Strap

11. Long Flexible Hose

12. Wands (3)

13. Floor Nozzle

14. Storage Bag

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Assembly

NOTE: Dust cup filter must be used when operating the hand vac.

Release Button

Filters

1.To open the dust cup, push release button and

pull dust cup away from cleaner. Verify that the dust cup filters are inside, then reattach the dust cup to the hand vac.

Dust Cup

2. To attach the cleaning brush or

crevice brush to the hand vac, push brush into the suction hole, as shown.

Carrying Strap Connection

3.To use the flexible hoses, push the end of the hose into the suction hole, then attach

the desired brush to the other end of the flexible hose, as shown. Only one end of the hose fits into the hand vac.

To use the carrying strap attach the strap to the connection on the hand vac.

4.The long flexible hose and wands allow you to use the floor nozzle. Push the long fle xib le hose into the dust cup opening. The floor nozzle will fit directly onto the end of the long flexible hose or you can add an y combination of the three wands for a comfortable working position. Only one end of the long flexible hose goes into the dust cup opening.

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How T o Operate Y our Hand Vac

CAUTION:The hand vac is a very powerful unit. Make sure that you hold it firml y, CAUTION:Always unplug from electrical outlet before opening the dust cup. NOTE: Dust cup filter must be used when operating the hand vac.

1. Hold the hand vac firmly with your hand on handle.

2. Push the On (-) Off (0) power switch to “On (-)” position.

3. Start vacuuming.

otherwise it can slip out of your hand and cause injury.

Changing And Cleaning The Dust Cup Filter

CAUTION: Always unplug from electrical outlet before opening the dust cup.

1. To open the dust cup, push release button and pull off the dust cup.

2. Empty the dust from the dust cup and shake filters.

3. Occasionally rinse the dust cup filters in cold water. Then wait until they dry completely before replacing them onto the hand vac.

4. Attach the dust cup to the hand vac.

Release

Button

Dust Cup

CAUTION: Adequate airflow must be maintained at all times through the cleaner.

Any obstructions will cause the motor to overheat resulting in permanent damage. See Automatic Motor Shut-Off on page 4.

Filters

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Trouble Shooting Guide

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Hand vac will not 1. Power cord not firmly 1. Plug unit in firmly. operate. plugged into outlet. 2. Check fuse or breaker.

Hand vac will not 1. Dust cup is full. 1. Empty dust cup. pickup or suction 2. Unit clogged. 2. Turn unit off and unplug power is weak. 3. Dust cup filter needs from wall outlet and

Dust escaping from 1. Dust cup filter needs 1. Empty dust cup and hand vac. cleaning. clean filter.

Hand vac hose or 1. Hose clogged. 1. Remove hose and/or brushes will not 2. Dust cup is full. brushes. Remove pickup. obstruction from hose.

2. No power in wall outlet. Replace fuse/reset breaker.

3. Ther mostat 3. See page 4, Automatic Motor Shut-Off.

cleaning. check for object(s)

causing clog and remove.

3. Clean or replace the dust cup filter.

2. Dust cup filter is not 2. Review dust cup filter installed correctly. instructions.

3. Puncture/hole in dust cup 3. Replace dust cup filter. filter.

2. Empty and clean dust cup and clean dust cup filter.

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(Not applicable in Canada)

ORDER FORM

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Name

Address (street address needed for UPS)

City State Zip

The Eureka Company

P.O. Box 2799

Bloomington, IL 61702-2799

Part No. Qty. Price (USD) T otal

Total (prices subject to change without notice)

Tax (add state and local taxes as required b y la w)

Postage and Handling Charge (Within the U.S .A.)

T elephone (Day) (Eve) (F ax)

Filter Assembly 39594 1.99

Hose Assembly 61808 5.49

Large Brush 61809 2.49

Small Brush 61810 1.99

Strap 61812 3.49

Wand P ackage of 3 61853 3.99

Hose/Handle Assy 61854 7.99

Floor Nozzle 61855 6.49

Mesh Bag 61856 2.49

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To Answer Problems or Questions for U .S.A. and Canada call:

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plate.

numbers may be

Be sure to include

your model, type, and

serial numbers. These

found on the rating

Check or money order (payable to The Eureka Company). Do not send currency.

Method of Payment (No C.O.D.s)

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THE EUREKA LIMITED WARRANTY

• Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with the Owner’s Guide.

hat This Warranty Covers

Your Eureka cleaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and workmanship in normal household use for a period of one year. The warranty is granted only to the original

purchaser and members of his or her immediate household. The warranty is subject to the following provisions.

hat This Warranty Does Not Cover

• Defects or damages caused by unauthorized service or the use of other than Genuine Eureka parts.

• Parts of the cleaner that require replacement under normal use, such as disposable dust bags, filters, drive belts, light bulbs, and brush roll bristles. impellers and cleaning.

hat The Eureka Company Will Do

The Eureka Company will, at its option, repair or replace a defective cleaner or cleaner part that is covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, the Eureka Company will not

refund the consumer’s purchase price.

Please fill out and return the warranty registration card accompanying your cleaner.

arranty Re gistr ation

To obtain warranty service you must return the defective cleaner or cleaner part along with proof of purchase to any Eureka Authorized W arranty Station.

You will find the nearest location in the Yellow Pages, under “Vacuum Cleaners–Service and Repair.” Be certain that the Warr anty Station is “Eur eka Authorized.”

btaining Warranty Service

Mexico: 5670-6169

USA: 1-800-282-2886

Canada: 1-800-282-2886

For the location of the nearest Eureka Authorized Warranty Station or for service information, telephone toll free:

If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 North Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. In Canada write to The Eureka Company ,

If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your community to obtain warranty repair, you must pay the shipping charges to the Eureka Authorized Warranty Station.

866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7.

Return shipping charges will be paid by the Warranty Station. When returning parts for repair, please include the model, type, and serial numbers from the data plate on the cleaner.

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GENUINE

EUREKA PRODUCT

THE EUREKA COMPANY

For Genuine Eureka Value, Accept No Imitations!

Y our relief for the breach of this warranty is limited to the relief expressly provided above. In no event shall Eureka be liable for any consequential or incidental damages y ou

Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner, including any warranty of Merchantability or any warranty for Fitness For A P articular

Purpose is limited to the duration of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

may incur in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

urther Limitations and Exclusions

limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Part No. 72870 (02/03)

Q: How can I be sure I am using only genuine Eureka products in my vacuum cleaner?

A: Typicall y, packaged pr oducts and paper bags can be identified by a “Genuine Eureka Product” symbol (see illustration above). For further identification assistance,

Q: Are there any differences between “made to fit” or “imitation” and Genuine Eureka paper bags, belts, and parts?

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary by state.

Q: Why should I use only Genuine Eureka paper bags, belts, and parts in my Eureka vacuum cleaner?

A: Using Genuine Eureka Products, which are made to our exacting specifications and engineered with emphasis on quality, performance, and customer satisfaction,

uestions & Answers about Genuine Eureka Products

ensures the long life and cleaning efficiency of your v acuum cleaner. Overall, this saves you money and helps to keep your home c lean.

A: Y es, there are some very important differences in materials, quality , and reliability . Man y customers have mistakenly purchased “imitation” paper bags and parts

y ou may call our toll-free number , 1-800-282-2886, for the location of a nearby Eureka A uthorized Warranty Station.

while thinking they purchased genuine. Unfortunately , many of these customers discovered the differences after they experienced related difficulties.

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