LIGHTWEIGHT BAGLESS Upright Vac
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model EP619
120V., 60Hz., 12 Amps
Copyright © EURO-PRO Operating LLC 2008
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
Boston, MA, 02465
1 (800) 798-7398
Tel.:
www.sharkvac.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Lightweight Bagless Upright Vac basic safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using
your vacuum.
2. Use the system only for its intended
use.
3. To protect against a risk of electric
shock, do not immerse any part of the
system in water or other liquids.
4. Never yank cord to disconnect from
outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
5. Do not allow cord to touch hot
surfaces.
6. Do not run appliance over cord.
7. Do not operate the system with a
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance or any other part of the
system has been dropped or damaged.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do
not disassemble or attempt to repair
the vacuum. Return the vacuum to
EURO-PRO Operating LLC (see
warranty) for examination and repair.
Incorrect re-assembly or repair can
cause a risk of electrical shock or injury
to persons when the vacuum is used.
8. Close supervision is necessary for any
appliance being used by or near
children. Do not leave the system
unattended while connected.
9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and
all parts of body away from opening
and moving parts.
10. Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be
present.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking such as cigarettes, matches
or hot ashes.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
13. Do not use the vacuum without the all
the filters in place.
14. This appliance is intended only for
household use. Follow all user
instructions in this manual.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:
• Do not leave the vacuum plugged in
when unattended. Unplug the electrical
cord when not in use and before
servicing.
• Do not allow the vacuum to be used
as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children, pets or
plants.
• Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
accessories.
• Do not pull cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
• Use only extension cords UL-rated or
cUL at 15 amperes. Extension cords
rated for less amperage may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange the
cord so that the cord cannot be pulled
or tripped over.
• Turn off all controls as applicable
before unplugging from electrical outlet.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum with wet
hands or operate without shoes.
• 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.
• Store your appliance indoors in a cool,
dry area.
• Keep your work area well lit.
• Keep end of hose, wands and other
openings away from your face and
body.
• Use only on dry surfaces.
• Using improper voltage may result in
damage to the motor and possible
injury to the user. Correct voltage is
listed on rating label.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIGHTWEIGHT BAGLESS
UPRIGHT VAC
1. Hand Grip
2. Hose/Power Cord Holder
3. Flexible Hose
4. Removable Hose Handle
5. Exhaust Filter Cover
6. Main Unit
7. Dust Cup Container
8. Dust Cup Release Lever
9. Extension Tube
10. On/Off Switch
11. Lifting Handle
12. Crevice Tool
13. Dusting Brush
14. Motorized Floor Brush
15. Quick Release Cord Holder
16. Lower Cord Holder
17. Lower Hose Holder
18. Inlet Hose
19. Power Cord
20. Brush Roll Warning Light
21. Manual Variable Suction
Control
22. Trap Door Release Button
23. Intelli-Sense
24. Hose Clip
TM
Filter Monitor
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.
1 Rev. 10/07B
Technical Specifications
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 12 Amps
* Illustrations may differ from actual product.
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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
IMPORTANT: If the suction opening in the unit or the hose is BLOCKED, switch off
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner
too close to heaters, radiators or
cigarette butts.
2. Before inserting the po wer plug into
the wall outlet, make sure that your
hands are dry.
the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before you
start the unit again.
4. When pulling o ut the power plug
from the wall outlet, pull the plug not
the power cord.
5. Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Always remove the power
plug from the wall outlet before
assembling or removing accessories.
Inserting the Handle Into the Main
Unit
• Insert the handle into the hole on the
top of the unit. Make sure that the slot
in the handle fits correctly into the
opening. (Fig. 1)
• Insert the sleeve nut into the unit first.
Then holding the sleeve nut with your
thumb, insert the bolt. Using a flat
screw driver, secure the bolt to the
sleeve nut. (Fig. 1)
• To remove the
handle, you have
to remove the
bolt and the
sleeve nut.
Floor Brush
Hose Connector
3. Before you start vacuuming, m ake
sure to remove large or sharp objects
that might damage the dust cup
debris screen.
6. Do not use without ALL filters in
place.
Sleeve nut
Bolt
Fig. 1
ATTACHING THE FLOOR BRUSH
TO THE MAIN UNIT
• Insert the floor brush into its location at
the bottom of the main unit, in the
direction of the arrow. (Fig. 2)
• Make sure that the floor brush is firmly
inserted into the floor brush socket.
• Insert the inlet hose into the floor brush
hose connector that is on the floor
brush. (Fig. 3)
• To remove the floor brush from the
main unit, press on the floor brush
release button and pull the floor brush
out.
Fig. 2
ATTACHING THE HOSE TO THE
MAIN UNIT
• Hold the end of the removable hose
handle and insert it into the hose
connector. (Fig. 3)
Hose
Connector
Inlet
Hose
Fig. 3
Floor Brush
Hose Connector
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