Shark EP710 User Manual

Bagless Cyclonic Upright

OWNER’S MANUAL
Model EP710

120V~, 60Hz., 12 Amps

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your SHARK Bagless Spectra, 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 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
EURO-PRO 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. Do not use outdoors or
on wet surfaces.

9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked and
do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce airflow.

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 EURO-PRO. Failure to do so will
void the warranty.

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

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. Always unplug this appliance before
connecting or disconnecting vacuum
hose.

20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

21. Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.

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

23. 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.

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

25. Keep your work area well lit.

26. Do not immerse the vacuum into
water or other liquids.

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

For information or assistance:

EURO-PRO Corporation

178 West Service Rd.

Champlain, N.Y., 12919

Tel.: 1-866-98shark (1-866-987-4275)

www.sharkvac.com

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. 10/02A

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAGLESS CYCLONIC

UPRIGHT

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Important: If the suction opening in the unit, the hose or the extension tube are

BLOCKED

you start the unit again.

, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before

1. Do not operate the vacuum
cleaner to close to heaters,
radiators or cigarette butts.

2. Before inserting the power plug
into the wall outlet, make sure that
your hands are dry.

3. Do not vacuum any liquids. 7. Do not run appliance over power

5. When pulling out the power plug
from the wall outlet, pull the plug
not the power cord.

6. Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

cord.

1. Furniture Guard

2. Head Light

3. Motorized Power Head

4. Exhaust Filter

5. Extension Tube Holder

6. Dust Cup

7. Dust Cup Release Handle

8. Extension Tube (2)

9. Extra-long Stretch Hose

10.Handle

11.Hose Hook

Technical Specifications

Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz.
Power: 12 Amps

12. Quick Release Cord Holder

13. Lower Cord Holder

14. Suction Inlet

15. Dusting Brush Holder

16. On/Off Switch

17. Handle Release Pedal

18. Inlet Hose

19. Motor Protector

20. Carrying Handle

21. Crevice Tool

22. Dusting Brush

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

8. Do not use without dust cup
filter or filters in place.

9. Before you start vacuuming,
make sure to remove large or
sharp objects that might
damage the vacuum.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Assembling Your Vacuum Cleaner
Note: Always remove the power plug

from the wall outlet before assembling or
removing accessories.

Handle Assembly

1. Remove the screw located just below
the top edge of the back of the
vacuum. (fig. 1)

Fig. 1

2. Position the handle as shown in fig. 2.

Cord Assembly

1. Make sure that the quick release
cord holder is in the upright
position.

2. Remove the wire tie from the
power cord.

3. Wrap the cord into place by
wrapping it in a clockwise direction
around the quick release cord
holder and the lower cord holder
as shown. (fig. 3)

Fig. 3

4. Turn the quick release cord holder
to the left or to the right to unwrap
the power cord. (Fig. 4)

Attachment Storage

After the handle has been assembled to
the body of the vacuum and the power
cord has been wrapped around the
cord holders, the attachments can be
assembled.

1. Insert the end of the hose into one
of the extension tubes and place
this extension tube into the slot of
the inlet hose.

2. Loop the loose hose over the hose
hook.

3. Place the other extension tube into
the extension tube holder.

4. Slide the crevice tool inside the
extension tube when not in use.

5. Place the dusting brush into the
dusting brush holder.

How to Start

The upright vacuum can be used on
multiple types of carpeting, bare floors
or upholstery with attachments. When
using the attachment tools such as the
crevice tool and the dusting brush,
place the handle of the vacuum in the
upright position. (Fig. 5)

1. Turn the quick release cord holder
to either side 180° to release the
power cord.

2. Plug the power cord into the
electrical outlet.

3. Step on the handle release pedal
to release the handle.

4. Step on the On/Off button to turn
the vacuum "On".

Carpet Height Adjustment

To select a pile height setting:

1. Turn vacuum cleaner "Off".

2. Select a pile height setting by tilting
the vacuum cleaner back until the
front wheels are lifted slightly off the
floor.

3. Slide the adjustment lever to the
desired setting. (Fig. 6)

Suggested Pile Height Setting:
You may need to raise the height of the
vacuum to make some jobs easier,
such as scatter rugs and longer pile
carpets. Suggested settings are:
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush

scatter rugs

MED: medium to long pile
LOW: short to medium pile, bare

floors

EX LOW: very low pile, bare floors
Place unit in "HIGH" setting when using

attachments to prevent possible floor
damage.

Attention: Special care is required
when vacuuming certain types of carpet
or floor covering. Always check the
carpet or floor covering manufacturer's
recommended cleaning instructions
before vacuuming.

Fig. 2

3. While holding the power cord out of the
way, slide the handle into the opening at
the top of the vacuum.

4. Insert the screw so that it passes
through the handle into the vacuum.

5. Begin to tighten the screw with your
fingers. It may be necessary to adjust
the handle slightly. Using a screwdriver,
tighten the screw.

Caution: Do not over tighten. Over

tightening could strip
the screw holes. Do not
operate the vacuum
without the screw in place.

Fig. 6

Fig. 5

Warning: Do not plug in if the power

On/Off button is in the
"On" position.

Fig. 4

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