OWNER'S MANUAL
Operating and Servicing Instructions
Please read these
instructions
carefully before
using your
hand vacuum.
Let us help you
put your vacuum
together or answer
any questions, call
1-800-321-1134.
This information has been compiled by the Vacuum Cleaner Manufacturer's Association
working with government and private sources, concerned with product safety. These
basic guidelines are for your protection and convenience.
.THIS VACUUM IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When you use an appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all
label and marking instructions.
Do not let children play with the vacuum
cleaner. Watch closely when the vacuum
cleaner is used by or near children.
Do not touch the plug or the vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
Unplug the vacuum cleaner if you leave the
room. Unplug it when it is not in use and
before you service it.
Turn all controls to "OFF" before unplugging
the vacuum cleaner.
Do not pull on the cord to unplug the vac-
uum cleaner. Grasp the plug instead.
Do not use the power cord to pull or carry
the vacuum cleaner. Do not use the power cord
as a handle. Do not shut any door on the cord
or pull the cord around sharp edges or cor-
ners. Keep the cord away from heated sur-
faces. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the
cord.
Do not use vacuum cleaner with a damaged
cord or plug. Do not use vacuum cleaner if
working improperly, dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped in water. First, send to
service center for check and repair.
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or removing hose.
Do not use an extension cord with this
cleaner.
Electric shock could occur if used outdoors
or on wet surfaces.
Keep end of hose, wands and other openings
away from your face and body. Keep your
hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Only use attachments and hoses recommended by the manufacturer. Use the vacuum
cleaner only as stated in this manual.
Do not pick up anything that is hot, smoking
or burning. Do not pick up cigarettes, hot
ashes or matches.
Do not put any object into the vacuum
cleaner vent or other openings. Do not turn the
vacuum cleaner on if something is blocking an
opening. Keep vents free of things that slow
air flow, such as dust, lint and hair.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner without
dustbag or filters in place.
Be most careful when vacuum cleaning on
stairs.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids or fumes,
such as gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
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Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the
vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent
tripping accidents.
For grounded model:
properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding
Instructions.
3-501,
connect to a
Approved
by
the Vacuum Cleaners Manufacturers Association Executive Committee, April
2
29,
1987.
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 change the plug in any way."
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
(only for 3-wire models, those that include 2 blades and 1 grounding pin)
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
GROUNDED
i,,
GROUNDING
DANGER
a risk of electric shock. ~heck'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.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in sketch. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same
configurations as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
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Im~ro~er connection of the eouioment-orounclino conductor can result in
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PIN
-GROUNDING
OUTLET BOX
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
1.
ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD
OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS
OR ON WET SURFACES.
2. USING IMPROPER VOLTAGE
MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE MOTOR AND POSSIBLE
INJURY TO THE USER. PROPER
VOLTAGE IS LISTED ON CLEANER
PLATE. THE ROYAL PRINCE
OPERATES ON 120 VOLTS A.C.
60 CYCLES POWER.
3.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT
NEAR FLAMMABLE GASES OR
LIQUIDS. TO PREVENT FIRE, DO
NOT PICK UP HOT OBJECTS SUCH
AS CIGARETTE BUTTS, ETC.
This vacuum cleaner will operate best
when serviced with genuine parts. To
be sure that you receive genuine parts
and service at fair prices, have your
cleaner serviced at an Authorized Royal Dealer or see your Yellow Pages for a
dealer near you.
Should you experience any difficulties
in operating this vacuum cleaner, report it immediately to the Dealer from
whom it was purchased. Costs of any
transportation to and from any place
repair are to be paid by the owner. The
of
NOTE:
REGISTER YOUR CLEANER
TO VALIDATE WARRANTY.
service parts used in this unit are easily
replaced and readily available from your
Authorized Royal Dealer or see your
Yellow Pages for a dealer near you.
You have purchased the finest hand
vacuum cleaner available. This minicleaner with revolving brush action has
most features found only on upright
cleaners.
Follow the instructions enclosed and it
will give you years of efficient service.