Euro-Pro GC130HS User Manual

GARBAGE CAN & CENTRAL VAC SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model: GC130HS

120 V. 60 Hz., 12 Amps.

COPYRIGHT © EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC 2006

U.S.: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16 Canada: 4400 Bois-Franc

EURO-PRO Operating LLC

Plattsburgh, NY 12901 St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7

Tel. : [phone]

Model GC130HS

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized
for normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within
the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:

US.: EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
If the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO Operating LLC

will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, those which normally require replacement are

specifically excluded from warranty.
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or

replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and
does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes. This
limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling or
damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover damage
or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to
the product or any of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by
EURO-PRO Operating LLC.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or
conventional warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC if any, is limited to the
specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event
is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature
whatsoever. Some states/provinces do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state or province to province.

*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of
purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address
and phone number with a note giving purchase information, model number and what you
believe is the problem with item. We recommend you insure the package (as damage in
shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package “ATTENTION
CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly str iving to impro ve our products, ther efore the
specifications contain ed her ein are subject to change wi thout noti c e.

OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD

Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten (10) days of purchase. The
registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By
returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use, and
warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions. RETURN TO:

EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 MAIN MILL STREET, DOOR 16, PLATTSBURGH, NY 12901
____________________________________________________________________________

Model GC130HS

Appliance model
____________________________________________________________________________

Date purchased Name of store
____________________________________________________________________________

Owner’s name
____________________________________________________________________________

Address City State Zip Code

Printed in China

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION

VACUUM WILL
NOT OPERATE

VACUUM WILL
NOT PICK UP OR
SUCTION POWER
IS WEAK

TURBO BRUSH
DOES NOT
ROTATE OR
ROTATES SLOWLY

DUST ESCAPING
FROM VACUUM

VACUUM HOSE OR
BRUSHES WILL
NOT PICK-UP

1. Power cord not firmly
plugged into outlet.

2. No power in wall outlet.

3. Needs servicing.

4. Thermostat has tripped.

1. Vacuum dust bag is
full.

2. Unit clogged.

3. Filter needs cleaning or
replacing.

1. Dust cup is full.

2. Rotating brush or
elbow is obstructed.

3. Belt is broken.

4. Hose obstructed.

5. Filters need cleaning.

1. Vacuum dust bag is
full.

2. Vacuum dust bag is not
installed correctly.

1. Hose clogged.

2. Vacuum dust bag is
full.

1. Plug unit in firmly.

2. Check fuse or breaker.
Replace fuse/reset breaker.

3. Call 1 [phone].

4. Turn the unit off and unplug
from outlet. Allow unit to
cool down, then restart.

1. Replace vacuum dust bag.

2. Turn unit off and unplug
from wall outlet. Remove
vacuum bag filter and check
for object(s) in dust inlet and
remove.

3. Clean or replace filter.

1. Empty dust cup.

2. Clear obstruction(s).

3. Call 1 [phone].

4. Clear obstruction(s).

5. Clean filters.

1. Replace vacuum dust bag.

2. Review vacuum dust bag
instructions.

1. Remove hose and/or
brushes. Remove
obstruction from hose
and/or brushes.

2. Replace vacuum dust bag.

To Order Replacement Filters and Bags

REPLACEMENT FILTERS AND BAGS

For Model: GC130HS

Item # XGC130H

(2 Pre-Motor Filters, 2 HEPA-Ty pe Filters, 6 Vacuum Dust Bags)

To order replacement filters and bags please call

EURO-PRO customer service:

1 [phone]

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Garbage Can & Central Vac System, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNATTENDED

• DO NOT USE APPLIANCE FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED USE

• WARNING: FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING

1. Do not leave garbag e can when it
is plugged in. Unplug from outlet
when not in use and before
removing filters and dust bag.

2. To reduce the risk of electric shock
do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.

3. Do not allo w childr en to use as a
toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this
manual. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.

5. Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if
it has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water.
Instead, return it to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for inspection.

6. Do not pull or carry it by its cord.
Do not use the cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run appliance over cord. Keep
cord away from heater surfaces.

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

8. Do not use the garbage can to pick
up large objects or objects that are
likely to damage the garbage can.

9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
feet and all parts of body away
from openings, rotating agitator
and other moving parts.

WARNING:

The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to

the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

10. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette
butts, matches or any hot,
smoking, or burning objects.

11. Do not pick up hard or sharp
objects such as glass, nails, etc.

12. Do not use without dust bag and/or
filter in place.

13. Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging vacuum cleaner into
electrical outlet.

14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

15. Do not pick up flammable or
combustible materials (lighter fluid,
gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

16. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

17. Do not use in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil based
paints, paint thinner, moth proofing
substances, flammable dust, or other
explosive or toxic vapors.

18. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

19. Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this owner’s manual.

20. Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything else that may reduce air flow.

21. Store your appliance in a cool, dry
area.

22. Keep your work area well lit.

23. Do not immerse the vacuum into water
or liquids.

24. Keep end of hose, wands and other
opening, away from your face and
body.

25. To avoid damaging the carpet, keep
the vacuum cleaner head moving at all
times.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

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

is wider than the other). This plug wil

the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contac t a qualified electrician to install

fully in
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

l fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug is not fit

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