This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read
this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your N.A.C.E.
machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property
could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If your
operator cannot read English, have this manual explained fully before attempting to operate this
machine.
Si Ud. no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antes de tratar el
manejo o servicio de esta máquina.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: NACECARE SOLUTIONS, 1205 Britannia Road East, Mississauga,Ontario,
Canada L4W iC7
Form No. 70720N 3/04 NACECARE SOLUTIONS Printed in the U.S.A.
For the safe operation of this machine, read and understand all dangers, warnings and
cautions. Look for these symbols:
DANGER:If you do not follow the instructions in a DANGER, severe bodily injury or death can occur to
the operator and/or other personnel.
WARNING:If you do not follow the instructions in a WARNING, injury can occur to you or to other
personnel.
CAUTION:If you do not follow the instructions in a CAUTION, damage can occur to the machine.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. READ THE
INSTRUCTION BOOK.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug the
electrical cord when not in use and before servicing.
4. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
6. 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, return it to a service center.
7. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull a cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
8. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only (refer to Grounding Instructions).
9. Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.
10.Turn off all controls before unplugging.
11.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
12.Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
13.Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked, keep free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
14.This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush. Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
15.Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
16.Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid touching the belt
pulley when servicing the drive belt.
17.Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
18. Unplug the machine before servicing the belt or brush. The brush may start suddenly and
cause injury.
Pour utiliser cet appareil en toute sécurité, il faut lire et coprendre tous les consignes de danger,
d'avertissement et d'attention. Soyez attentif aux symboles que voici.
DANGER:Ne pas respecter les consignes d'un avis de DANGER, peut occasionner la mort ou des
lesions corporelles graves pour l'utilisateur et/ou d'autres pesonnes.
AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas respecter les consignes d'un AVERTISSEMENT peut occasionner des lesions
corporelles pour l'utilisateur et/ou d'autres personnes.
ATTENTION:Ne pas respecter les consignes d'un avis d'ATTENTION peut occasionner des dommage
à l'appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique, ou de blessure:
1. Vous devez recevoir une formation appropriée avant de vous servir de cet appareil. LISEZ LE
MANUEL DE CONSIGNES DU FABRICANT.
2. Ne pas utiliser à l'extérieur ou sur des surfaces mouillées.
3. Ne laissez pas l'aspirateur seul quand il est branché. Fermez le commutateur et débranchez
l'appareil lorsque vous ne l'utilisez pas ou avant le nettoyage ou l'entretien.
4. Ne permettez pas que l'aspirateur soit utilisé comme un jouet. Une attention particulière est
nécessarie lorsqu'il est utilisé par ou près d'un enfant.
5. Suivez strictement les recommandations d'utilisation de ce manuel. Utilisez uniquement les
accessoires recommandés par le fabriquant.
6. N'utilisez jamais l'aspirateur si le cordon ou la fiche sont endommagés. Si l'aspirateur ne
foncitionne pas comme il le devrait, s'il a été échappé, s'il est endommagé, s'il a été laissé à
l'extérieur ou échappé dans l'eau, retournez-le à un centre de service avant de l'utiliser.
7. Ne tirez pas l'aspirateur ou le transportez par le cordon. N'utilisez pas le cordon en guise de
poignée. Ne fermez pas uen porte sur le cordon ou tirez le cordon sur des bordures ou des
coins pointus. Ne passez pas l'aspirateur sur le cordon. Tenez le cordon à distance des
surfaces chauffantes.
8. Branchez toujours l'aspirateur dans une prise à trois (mise à terre).
9. N'utilisez pas des rallonges ou des prises qui n'ont pas une capacité suffisante pour transporter le courant.
10.Mettez sur arrêt tous les boutons de commande avant de débrancher.
11.Ne débranchez pas l'aspirateur en tirant sur le cordon. Pour débrancher, tenez la fiche et
non pas le cordon.
12.Ne manipulez pas la fiche ou l'aspirateur avec les mains mouillées.
14.N'insérez rien dans les ouvertures. N'utilisez pas l'aspirateur si des ouvertures sont
bloquées. Assurez-vous qu'elles soient dégagées de poussière, de mousse, de cheveux ou
de tout autre chose qui pourrait réduire le passage de l'air.
15.Cet aspirateur crée de la succion et contient une rouleau-brosse tournant. Tenez les parties
mobiles et les ouvertures loin des cheveux, du linge, des doigts et de toute partie du corps.
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AVERTISSEMENT:Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique, ou de blessure:
16.Ne remassez pas de objets qui brûient ou fument comme les cigarettes, les allumettes ou
les cendres chaudes.
17.Les poulies de la courroie peuvent devenir chaudes pendant l'utilisation normale. Pour
prévenir des brûlures, évitez de toucher la poulie lors de l'entretien de la courroie.
18.Débrancher la machine avant de faire l'entretien de la courroie ou de brosse. La brosse
peut démarrer soudainement et causer des blessures.
The DM1400 & DM1800 are upright vacuums for cleaning carpet. These machines are used to remove dry material
from carpet. These machines are intended for commercial use.
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Model DM1400 DM1800
Power Supply120V-60 Cycle120V-60 Cycle
Vacuum Motor1050 Watts1050 Watts
Brush RPM4300 rpm4300 rpm
Cord50 ft. 3-wire50 ft. 3-wire
Wheels (2)2.7" x 1.25"2.7" x 1.25"
Wand21" extends to 33.5"21" extends to 33.5"
Hose1.5" x 18.5"1.5" x 18.5"
extends to 72"extends to 72"
Agitator BrushChevron Brush PatternChevron Brush Pattern
Cleaning Width14"18"
Filter Bags6 lt, 2-ply disposable6 lt, 2-ply disposable
Weight (less power
cord)20 lbs.20.5 lbs.
Shipping Weight26 lbs26.75 lbs
Vacuum Dimensions10.5 x 14.25 x 46.510.5 x 14.25 x 46.5
WarrantyOne YearOne Year
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Preparation:
The following are instructions for connection to the
power supply and the electrical ground.
This machine must be connected to the electrical ground to
protect the operator from electrical shock. The machine has
an approved power cord with three conductors and a plug
with three terminals. Connect the plug to a receptacle that
has three holes and is connected to the electrical ground.
The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the
ground wire. Never connect this wire to any terminal other
than the ground pin terminal.
DANGER:Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor can result
in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Grounding Blade
is longest of the
three blades
Grounded
Outlet Box
FIGURE A
This machine is for use on a 1 10 to 120 V olt AC 60 cycle
electric circuit. Make sure you have the correct frequency
and voltage before connecting the power cord to an outlet.
The machine has a plug as shown in figure A.
WARNING: Always use this machine with an AC
three-conductor electrical system connected to
the electrical ground. Replace any worn, cut or
damaged cords. Replace any damaged plugs,
receptacles or connector bodies.
WARNING: Do not cut, remove, or break the
ground terminal. Do not try to fit a three-terminal plug into a receptacle or connector body
that does not fit the plug, see your Authorized
N.A.C.E. Dealer to get an authorized person to
make the connection.
WARNING: Do not move the machine over an
electrical cord. Always lift the cord over the
machine.
EXTENSION CORDS:
Use only an approved extension cord with three conductors,
a plug with three terminals and a connector body with three
holes. This machine has a power cord with wire size 18
AWG (A WG means American Wire Gauge).
WARNING: If you use an extension cord, use an
extension cord with minimum wire size 16 AWG.
Do not use an extension cord longer than 50
feet. Do not join two extension cords.