Shark Navigator NV40 Series Owner's Manual

Navigator™ Swivel Plus
Upright Vacuum

NV40 Series

OWNER’S GUIDE

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, t his 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

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

GENERAL WARNINGS

• Your vacuum cleaner may consist of
a motorized nozzle, wand, hose, and/
or vacuum pod. This device contains
electrical connections, electrical
wiring, and moving parts that
potentially present risk to the user.

• Use only identical replacement parts.

• Carefully observe and follow the

instructions provided below to avoid
improper use of the appliance. DO
NOT use the vacuum for any purpose
other than those described in this
manual.

• Before use, carefully inspect all parts
for any damage. DO NOT
use if any parts are damaged.

• The use of an extension cord is
NOT recommended.

• This vacuum cleaner contains

no serviceable parts .

USE WARNINGS

• DO NOT allow the appliance to be
used by children. Close supervision is
necessary when used near children.
This is not a toy.

• Always turn off the vacuum cleaner
before connecting or disconnecting
any motorized nozzles or other
accessories.

• DO NOT handle plug or vacuum
cleaner with wet hands.

• DO NOT use without filters in place.

• Only use Shark® branded filters and

accessories. Failure to do so will also
void the warranty.

• DO NOT damage the power cord:
a) DO NOT pull or carr y vacuum

cleaner by the cord or use the cord
as a handle.

b) DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord.

Grasp the plug, not the cord.

c) DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner

over the power cord, close a door
on the cord, pull the cord around
sharp corners, or leave the cord
near heated sur faces.

• DO NOT put any objects into nozzle
or accessory openings. DO NOT use
with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce airflow.

• DO NOT use if nozzle or accessory
airflow is restricted. If the air paths or
the motorized floor nozzle become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner
off and unplug from electrical outlet.
Remove all obstructions before you
plug in and turn on the unit again.

• Keep nozzle and all vacuum openings
away from hair, face, fingers,
uncovered feet, or loose clothing.

• DO NOT use if vacuum cleaner is
not working as it should, or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water.

• Use extra care when cleaning
on stairs.

• DO NOT leave the vacuum cleaner
unattended while plugged in.

• When powered on, keep the vacuum
cleaner moving over the carpet
surface at all times to avoid damaging
the carpet fibers.

• DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on
unstable sur faces such as chairs or
tables.

• Your Shark® vacuum may not be
designed to stand up on its own.
When taking a break from cleaning,
you may need to lean it against
furniture or a wall, or lay it flat on
the floor. Using the vacuum for an
application where the unit lacks
stability may result in
personal injury.

• DO NOT use to pick up:

a) Liquids
b) Large objects
c) Hard or sharp objects

(glass, nails, screws, or coins)

d) Large quantities of dust (drywall

dust, fireplace ash, or embers).
DO NOT use as an attachment to
power tools for dust collection.

e) Smoking or burning objects

(hot coals, cigarette butts,
or match e s)

f) Flammable or combustible

materials (lighter fluid, gasoline,
or kerosene)

g) Toxic materials (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, or drain cleaner)

• DO NOT use in the following areas:
a) Poorly lit areas
b) Wet or damp surfaces
c) Outdoor areas
d) Spaces that are enclosed and may

contain explosive or toxic fumes
or vapors (lighter fluid, gasoline,
kerosene, paint, paint thinners,
mothproofing substances, or
flammable dust)

• Turn off all controls before plugging
in or unplugging the vacuum.

• Unplug from electrical outlet
when not in use and before
any maintenance or cleaning.

• Hand wash with water only.
Washing with cleaning chemicals
could damage the unit.

• During cleaning or routine
maintenance, DO NOT cut anything
other than hair, fibers, or string
wrapped around the brushroll.

• Allow all filters to air-dry completely
before replacing in the vacuum to
prevent liquid from being drawn
into electric par ts.

• Make sure the dust cup and all
filters are in place af ter routine
maintenance.

• If provided, secure the power
cord around the two cord hooks
during storage.

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1. Lower the vacuum bod y onto the power nozzle.

2. C onnect the nozzle hose from the vacuum b ody to the power nozzl e.

3. Slide the handle assembly into the vacuum body.

4. Secure the handle assembly in place with included nut and b olt.

5. Insert the extensio n wand into the top of th e nozzle hose. Store the dusting b rush on the

tool caddy on the back of the va cuum.

6. At tach the flexible hose:
a) Snap hose into swivel connector
b) Route hose through anti-tip hook to prevent vacuum from tipping
c) Run hose over upp er holder
d) Insert hose securely into ex tension wand
IMPORTANT: The flexible hose must be securely attached to the extension wand to ena ble

suction to reach the floor nozzle.

For proper operation, ensure all parts are firmly clicked into place.

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ASSEMBLY USING YOUR VACUUM

WHAT DOES THE B RUSH ROLL INDICATOR
LIGHT ME AN?

Solid Green: The brushroll is on and working

as it should.
Solid Red: There is a jam in the brushroll

area. Turn your vacuum o and remove the
blockage.

No Light: The vacuum is o. To turn it on, set
the power selector switch to either Carpet
Cleaning (II) or Bare Floor (I) mode.

BRUSHROLL INDICATOR LIGHT

INDICATOR LIGHT

Plug power cord into outlet. Place foot on
floor nozzle andtilt handle back.

= Carpet Cleaning

= Bare Floor

= OFF

Select surface setting:

O Power O
I Bare Floor

For bare flo ors and sm all area ru gs.

II Carpet

For carpe ts.

SETTINGS

Adjust suction with the suction release valve
on the end of the flexible hose. Slide the
valve open to reduce suction to increase
maneuverability on carpets. Close the valve for
maximum suction when vacuuming bare floors.

SUCTION CONTROL