Eureka Optima 430 Series, #431DX - Optima 12A Up Vac Owner's Manual

Vacuum Cleaner

Household Type

OWNERʼS GUIDE

430 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

Index

Important Information .......2

Assemble ..........................3

Use ...................................4

Maintenance ................. 4-5

Hose & Attachments .........5

Filter ..................................5

Warranty ...........................6

Part No. 75287 (12/04) ©2004 Electrolux Home Care Products Ltd. Printed in China

*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.

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.

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Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Turn off

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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

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necessary when used by or near children.

Use only as described in this manual. Use only

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manufacturerʼs recommended attachments.

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

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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

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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

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current carrying capacity.

Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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

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plug, not the cord.

Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands or

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operate without shoes.

Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any

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opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce airflow.

This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a

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revolving brushroll. 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

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as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

Do not use without dust cup or filter in place.

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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such

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as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

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Keep your work area well lighted.

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Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

Use the cleaner 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 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 motors or brushroll. The

motors and brushroll are permanently sealed
and lubricated.

Automatic Motor Shut-Off

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

1. Turn off the switch 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 dust cup and filter regularly, as a full dust

cup or dirty filter could cause the motor to overheat.

3. Call a Eureka Authorized Warranty Station if the

cleaner will not operate after cooling for approximately
30 minutes.

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