Shark NP320SL Owner's Manual

NP320SL

OWNER’S GUIDE

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.

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LIFT-AROUND™ CANISTER

IMPORTANT:

This appliance is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.

Children shall not use this appliance and
close supervision is necessary for any
appliance being used near children.

WARNING:

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

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 with damaged cord or plug.

3. DO NOT USE if the appliance has been
dropped, dropped into water, damaged or left
outdoors.

4. NO SERVICEABLE PARTS. Incorrect re-
assembly or repair can cause a risk of electrical
shock or injury to persons when the appliance is
used. Contact Customer Service.

5. DO NOT pull or carry the vacuum by the cord.

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

7. DO NOT handle the plug or the appliance with
wet hands.

8. DO NOT run the vacuum over the power cord.

9. DO NOT use the cord as a handle.

10. DO NOT close a door on the cord.

11. DO NOT pull the cord around sharp
corners. The use of an extension cord is not
recommended.

12. DO NOT leave the appliance plugged in when
not in use.

13. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

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

15. 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 the vacuum cleaner if the
appliance is not working as it should, has
a damaged plug or cord, if the unit has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or
submerged in water.

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 the
manufacturer. [Failure to do so will void the
warranty.]

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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This appliance complies with the WEEE-Directive 2002/96/EC on the disposal of electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).

This appliance complies with the European directives for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/
EC and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC and its revisions.

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household
wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material sources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems
or contact the retailer where this product was purchased. They can take this product for
environmental safe recycling.

This manual covers model number:

NP320SL 40

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 220-240V~, 50/60Hz

Watts: 550 W

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing the

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Shark
Lift-Around

Canister Vac.

Getting Started ............................................................................5

How to Use ...................................................................................7

Maintenance ................................................................................9

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Checking for Blockages ...............................................................11

Storing ..........................................................................................11

Resetting the Motor Thermostat ...............................................11

Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................12

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