Fantom Vacuum FM718 User Manual

CYCLONIC BAGLESS UPRIGHT

OWNER’S MANUAL
Model FM718

120V., 60Hz., 12 Amps

FANTOM

94 Main Mill Street, Door 16

Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Tel.: [phone]

www.fantom.com

Model FM718

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

FANTOM 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.
This warranty applies only to normal domestic household use. Should your
appliance fail to operate properly while in use under normal household
conditions within the one (1) year warranty period, return the complete
appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:

FANTOM 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Should the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship,
FANTOM will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and
$16.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, drive belts, rotating brushes,
bulbs and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically
excluded from warranty.

The liability of FANTOM 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 FANTOM.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all
other legal and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of FANTOM if
any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the
terms of the limited warranty. In no event is FANTOM liable for incidental or
consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some states 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.

*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 striving to
improve our products, therefore the specifications contained herein are
subject to change without notice.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Bagless Upright Vacuum, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or injury:

1. Do NOT leave vacuum cleaner
unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before
removing filters.

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

3. Do NOT allow children 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. Return appliance to
FANTOM for examination, repair or
adjustment.

6. Do NOT pull or carry by cord. Do NOT use
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 heated surfaces.

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

8. Do NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.

9. Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner to pick
up large objects or objects that are likely
to damage the vacuum cleaner.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and
all parts of body away from openings,
rotating agitator and other moving parts.
Do NOT operate cleaner in bare feet or
when wearing open toe shoes.

11. Do NOT pick up hot coals, cigarette butts,
matches or any hot, smoking, or burning
objects.

12. Do NOT pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.

13. Do NOT use without filters in place.
Use ONLY filters and accessories
provided by FANTOM. Failure to do so
will void the warranty.

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

15. Use extra care when vacuuming on
stairs.

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

17. Do NOT pick up toxic material (chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

18. 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.

19. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

20. Do NOT use for any purpose other
than described in this user’s guide.

21. The use of an extension cord is not
recommended.

22. 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.

23. Store your appliance indoors in a cool,
dry area.

24. Keep your work area well lit.

25. Do NOT immerse the vacuum into
water or other liquids.

26. Keep end of hose, wands and other
openings away from your face and
body.

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

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 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 modify the plug in any way.

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Rev. 01/04A