Shark NV26 User Manual

Owner’s Guide

NV26

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing
the Shark®
Navigator™
Upright Vacuum.

Important Safety Instructions 2

Getting Started 4

Using the Vacuum 6

Cleaning with the Vacuum Accessories 7

Emptying the Dust Cup Assembly 8

Proper Care of Your Vacuum 9

Troubleshooting 10

Checking for Blockages 11

Maintenance 12

Warranty and Registration 13

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V.

Watts: 1200W

Amps: 10A

Hertz: 60Hz

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK® NAVIGATOR™
UPRIGHT VACUUM, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE
FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

®

YOUR SHARK

NAVIGATOR™ UPRIGHT

VACUUM.

POLARIZED PLUG:

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.

Do not force into the outlet or try to
modify the plug to fit.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY DO NOT USE
OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES.

GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY:

1. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use
and before servicing.

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

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 vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.

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

7. DO NOT close a door on the cord.

8. DO NOT pull cord around sharp corners.

9. DO NOT leave appliance when plugged in.

10. Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

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

12. Always turn off this appliance before connecting
or disconnecting the motorized nozzle

HOSE ATTACHMENTS:

13. DO NOT use if air flow is restricted; if the air
paths, the hose or the extension tube become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner off. Remove
all obstructions before you turn on the unit
again.

14. Keep the end of the hose, wands and other
openings away from face and body.

15. Keep rotating brush and suction openings away
from hair, face, fingers, uncovered feet or loose
clothing.

16. Only use manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.

GENERAL USE:

17. Use only as described in this manual.

18. DO NOT put any objects into openings.

19. Keep your work area well lit.

20. Keep the vacuum moving over the carpet
surface at all times to avoid damaging the
carpet fibers.

21. DO NOT place vacuum on unstable surfaces
such as chairs or tables.

22. DO NOT allow young children to operate the
vacuum or use as a toy.

23. 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.

CYCLONIC CHAMBER/DUST CUP/FILTERS:

24. Before turning on the vacuum:

• Make sure that dust cup, cyclonic chamber

and all filters are in place after routine
maintenance.

• Make sure that all components and filters are

thoroughly dry after routine cleaning.

• Only use filters and accessories provided by

EURO-PRO Operating LLC [Failure to do so
will void the warranty].

GENERAL CLEANING:

25. DO NOT run the vacuum over large-sized
objects.

26. DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws or coins that could damage
the vacuum cleaner.

27. DO NOT pick up smoking or burning objects
such as hot coals, cigarette butts or matches.

28. DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible
materials such as lighter fluid, gasoline,
kerosene or use in areas where they may be
present.

29. DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such as
chlorine bleach, ammonia or drain cleaner.

30. 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.

31. DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.

32. DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner in water or
other liquids.

33. DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces; use
only on dry surfaces.

34. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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