Shark NH130 User Manual

OWNER’S GUIDE

NH130

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE 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
NAVIGATOR PORTABLE POWER
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: To reduce the risk of

electric shock or injury, do not
use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

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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 ser vicing.

2. DO NOT use vacuum with a damaged
cord or plug. 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 vacuum by the
cord.

4. DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord; to
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

5. DO NOT handle plug or 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 cord around sharp
corners. The use of an extension cord is
not recommended.

10. DO NOT leave appliance when
plugged in.

11. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

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 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 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 necessar y 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.

DUST CUP/FILTERS/ACCESSORIES:

1. Before turning on the vacuum:

• Make sure that all filters are
thoroughly dry after routine
cleaning.

• Make sure that dust cup and all
filters are in place after routine
maintenance.

• Make sure accessories are free
of blockages.

• Only use filters and accessories
provided by EURO-PRO
Operating LLC. [Failure to do so
will void the warranty.]

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, or matches.

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 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.

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing

®

the Shark
Navigator
Portable
Power Vac.

Getting Started ............................................................................. 6

How to Use ..................................................................................... 8

Maintenance ...................................................................................10

Emptying the Dust Cup ........................................................ 10

Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filters ...........................................11

Cleaning the Post-Motor Filter...........................................12

Checking for Blockages ............................................................. 13

Troubleshooting Guide ..............................................................16

Warranty .......................................................................................... 17

Registration .................................................................................... 19

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 800 Watts

6.67 Amps

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Getting Started

A

B

Use the Portable Power Vac
as a stand alone vacuum for
spot-cleaning small areas and
large piles of debris, or with the
Flexible Hose and cleaning tools
for above-floor cleaning.

C

D

F

FIRST THING’S FIRST, YOU NEED TO
KNOW WHAT’S IN THE BOX YOU JUST
OPENED:

A Portable Power Vac

B Flexible Hose

C Hose Connector

D Pet Hair Power Brush

E 2-in-1 Crevice/Dusting Tool

F Long Reach Crevice Tool

G Storage Bag (not shown)

E

NOTE: Always turn power off before

attaching or detaching accessories.

a

b

c

d

FLEXIBLE HOSE

With the right cleaning tool in place

and the Flexible Hose, you can extend
your reach into hard-to-clean areas.
(fig. a)

NOTE: Use the Hose without any

accessories attached for large debris
cleaning.

2-IN-1 CREVICE/DUSTING TOOL
Allows you to reach into narrow

cleaning spaces, between cushions,
under radiators and baseboards,
or hard-to-reach corners; it also
allows you to dust a variety of
surfaces from furniture and window
blinds to lamp shades and book
shelves. In addition, the nylon bristles
make the tool safe to use on most
fabric surfaces. (fig. b)

PET HAIR POWER BRUSH
This unique tool was engineered for

fast and easy removal of pet hair and
ground-in dirt from carpeted stairs
and upholstery. (fig. c)

LONG REACH CREVICE TOOL
Use this tool for extra reach and for

cleaning behind radiators, up in the
corners of the ceiling and all kinds of
narrow spaces. (fig. d)

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