Shark LA400, LA400 User Manual
OWNER’S GUIDE
LA400
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCE, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
YOUR SHARK
VAC.
POLARIZED PLUG:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
DO NOT force into outlet or try to modify
to fit.
WARNING:
electric shock or injury, do not use outdoors
or on wet surfaces.
®
LIFT-AROUND™ CANISTER
To reduce the risk of
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY:
GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY:
1. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
2. DO NOT use the vacuum with a damaged
cord or plug. This appliance has no serviceable
parts. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
3. DO NOT pull or carry the vacuum by the cord.
4. DO NOT unplug by pulling on the cord; to
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
5. DO NOT handle the plug or the appliance with
wet hands.
6. DO NOT run the vacuum over the power cord.
7. DO NOT use the cord as a handle.
8. DO NOT close a door on the cord.
9. DO NOT pull the cord around sharp
corners. The use of an extension cord is not
recommended.
10. DO NOT leave the appliance plugged in when
not in use.
11. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
12. Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging the vacuum cleaner.
13. Always turn off this appliance before attaching
or removing accessories.
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GENERAL USE:
1. Use only as described in this manual.
2. 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 air
flow.
3. Keep your work area well lit.
4. DO NOT place the vacuum on unstable
surfaces such as chairs or tables.
5. DO NOT allow young children to operate
the vacuum or use as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
6. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or submerged
in water. Return to EURO-PRO Operating LLC
for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. DO NOT use without dust cup and/or filters
in place.
HOSE ATTACHMENTS:
1. DO NOT use if air flow is restricted; if the air
paths, the hose, or the accessories become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner off. Remove
all obstructions before you turn on the
unit again.
2. Keep the end of the hose and accessory
openings away from face and body.
3. Keep cleaning tools and hose suction openings
away from hair, face, fingers, uncovered feet,
or loose clothing.
4. Only use manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
GENERAL CLEANING:
1. DO NOT pick up large-sized objects.
2. DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws or coins that could damage
the vacuum cleaner.
3. DO NOT pick up smoking or burning objects
such as hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
hot ash.
4. DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible
materials such as lighter fluid, gasoline, or
kerosene or use vacuum in areas where they
may be present.
5. DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such as
chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner.
6. DO NOT use in an enclosed space where
vapors are present from paint, paint thinner,
moth-proofing substances, flammable dust or
other explosive or toxic materials.
7. DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
8. DO NOT immerse the vacuum cleaner in water
or other liquids.
9. DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces; use
only on dry surfaces.
10. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
DUST CUP/FILTERS/ACCESSORIES:
Before turning on the vacuum:
1. Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry
after routine cleaning.
2. Make sure that the dust cup and all filters are in
place after routine maintenance.
3. Make sure accessories are free of blockages.
4. Only use filters and accessories provided by
EURO-PRO Operating LLC. [Failure to do so will
void the warranty.]
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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This manual covers model numbers:
LA400 40
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz
Watts : 550 W
Amps: 4.6 A
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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing the
®
Shark
Lift-Around
Canister Vac.
Getting Started ............................................................................6
How to Use ...................................................................................8
Maintenance ................................................................................10
™
Storing ..........................................................................................12
Checking for Blockages ...............................................................13
Resetting the Motor Thermostat ...............................................13
Ordering Replacement Parts ......................................................13
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................14
Warranty & Registration .............................................................15
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