Shark NV350W User Manual

Owner’s guide

NV350W

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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

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.

®

NAVIGATOR LIFT-AWAY.

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 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.

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

14. Store your appliance with the power cord
secured around the two cord holders-as shown
in the storage instructions.

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

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

6. DO NOT allow young children to operate the
vacuum or use as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.

7. 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.

8. DO NOT use without dust cup and/or filters in
place.

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 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.]

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.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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This manual covers model number:

NV350W 26

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz

Watts: 1200W

Amps: 10A

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Contents

Thank you for
purchasing
the Shark®
Navigator
Lift-Away.

Getting Started 6

Mode 1: Upright Vac 8

Mode 2: Detachable Canister 10

Above-Floor Cleaning 11

With Floor Nozzle 11

Storing 12

Maintenance 12

Emptying the Dust Cup 13

Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filters 13

Cleaning the Post-Motor HEPA Filter 14

Cleaning the Turbo Brush 14

Cleaning the Motorized Floor Brush 15

Checking for Blockages 15

Ordering Parts 16

Troubleshooting Guide 17

Warranty 18

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Getting Started

a

b

f

g

c

h

d

i

e

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

a Handle with Stretch Hose

b Accessory Holder

c Extension Wand

d Detachable Canister

e Motorized Floor Brush Nozzle

f Crevice Tool

g 24” Crevice Tool

h Dusting Brush

i Turbo Brush

*Note:

Optional tools are available for sale for any NV350
model. To order additional parts or accessories go to
www.sharkclean.com or call 1-800-798-7398.

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

Fig. 4

ACCESSORIES:

CREVICE TOOL

Reach deep into narrow spaces and clean between

cushions, under radiators and baseboards and in
hard to reach crevices and corners. (Fig. 1)

DUSTING BRUSH

Dust shelves, lamp shades, window blinds, books,

furniture and other upholstered household items.

(Fig. 2)

ACCESSORY HOLDER

Designed to hold the crevice tool and dusting brush.

For quick access to tools when vacuuming and
cleaning around the house. (Fig. 3)

TURBO BRUSH

This unique tool was engineered for fast and

easy removal of pet hair and ground in dirt from
carpeted stairs and upholstery. (Fig. 4)

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