Shark NV351 26 Owner's Manual

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NV351

NV352

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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® NAVIGATOR LIFT-AWAY

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.

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. 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

DOthe 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:

NV351 26

NV352 26

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz

Watts: 1200W

Amps: 10A

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

Contents	English

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

f

b

c

g

h

d

i

e

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

aHandle with Stretch Hose

bAccessory Holder

cExtension Wand

dDetachable Canister

eMotorized Floor Brush Nozzle

fCrevice Tool

g24” Crevice Tool (NV352 only)

hDusting Brush

iTurbo Brush

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Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

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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Your new Shark® Navigator Lift-Away vacuum cleaner can easily be configured into different cleaning modes to meet all your cleaning needs: upright vacuum and detachable canister - both with constant suction power.

Fig. 5

MODES:

1UPRIGHT VAC

Upright vacuuming - floors and carpets.

Fig. 6

2 DETACHABLE CANISTER

(Fig. 5)Take the detachable canister with you around the house to clean all kinds of hard to reach places.

(Fig. 6)

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Mode 1: Upright Vac

To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the unit before assembling, adding or removing attachments or converting modes.

WARNING: The On/Off switch is on the top of the detachable canister. Always ensure the power is OFF (“O” position) before plugging and unplugging.

		d
Upper	b	a
Cord
Storage
Wrap		e
	c

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

TO ASSEMBLE:

1Place the floor nozzle on a level surface.

2Align the tube of the floor nozzle with the tube on the detachable canister and lower until you hear

the two pieces click into place.

(Fig. 7)

When attaching the motorized floor brush, ensure that the latching mechanism is fully locked in place to ensure electrical connection has been made.

3Attach the end of the extension wand to the tube on the back of the detachable canister until it

clicks into place.

(Fig. 8)

5	Push the handle	(b)	onto the top of the extension
	wand until you hear it click into place.			(Fig. 9)
6	Insert the end of the stretch hose			(c) into the
	connector on the back of the detachable canister.
	(Fig. 9)
7	Store the dusting brush		(d) and the crevice tool

(e) on the mounts of the accessory holder.

(Fig. 9)

4	Slide the accessory holder	(a) positioned opposite
	the upper cord wrap, over the extension wand.
	Align the tab with the groove and push down.
	(Fig. 9)
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Cord

Hook

a

b

Suction

Release Collar

d

Release suction for easier push & pull on high pile carpets and area rugs.

			c
			Fig. 10				Fig. 11
	TO USE:					4	Gently press the floor nozzle down with your foot
	1	Rotate the cord release to quickly release the					while you grasp the handle and tilt it back towards
							you.	(Fig. 11)
		power cord.
	2	Secure the power cord in the cord hook			.	(a)	NOTE:	The rotating brush on the motorized
							floor brush will not spin unless the nozzle is flat
		(Fig. 10)
							against the floor and the handle is tilted back.
		= Brush Roll ON				5	Due to the huge suction power of this
							vacuum, it may become necessary at
		= Bare Floor					times to adjust the suction release (d)
							on the handle. (Fig. 10) If the vacuum
		= OFF					seems difficult to push or pull or if
							it is lifting up area rugs, adjust the
							suction release by rotating the collar 90°
	3	Press the On/Off switch		(b) to the “I” position to			counterclockwise to open the valve. Rotate
							the collar clockwise to close the valve when
		vacuum bare floors (straight suction only) or to the
							you need high suction and for vacuuming
		“II” position to engage the motorized floor brush
							floors.
		(for vacuuming carpets and rugs).			(Fig. 10)
							Empty dust cup after vacuuming and periodically
		IMPORTANT:	The motorized brush indicator light 6
		(c) will illuminate green when motorized floor					during use when it appears full. (See
							“Maintenance” section for instructions.)
		brush is on, or red if there is a blockage or jam.
							When you are finished vacuuming, turn the
		(Fig. 10) This feature is designed to protect your 7
		Lifetime Belt that powers your motorized floor					vacuum off.
		brush. See Checking for Blockages on page 15.
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Mode 2: Detachable Canister

You can carry your vacuum cleaner in both modes by the carry handle located on top of the dust cup.

a

b

Fig. 13

Fig. 12

LIFT AWAY DETACHABLE CANISTER FOR PORTABLE CLEANING

3Attach desired accessory onto the end of either the extension wand or the handle.

1	Separate the detachable canister from the floor			4
	nozzle. (See page 8, Fig. 7.)
2	Press the handle release button		(a) and pull the
	handle up or press the extension wand release
	button (b)	and pull the extension wand up.
	(Fig. 12)
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Press the On/Off switch to the “I” position to turn the vacuum on for above-floor cleaning and hold the handle in one hand while you carry the detachable canister around the house with the other hand. (Fig. 13)

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Above-Floor Cleaning

With Floor Nozzle

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			a	Release suction
				for easier push &
		Fig. 14	Suction	pull on high pile
				carpets and area
			Release Collar	rugs.		Fig. 15
	CLEAN ABOVE THE FLOOR IN UPRIGHT VAC OR					CLEAN THE FLOOR IN DETACHABLE CANISTER
	DETACHABLE CANISTER MODE					MODE
	1	Press the handle release button and pull the				1 Press the extension wand release button and pull
		handle up or press the extension wand release				the extension wand up.
		button and pull the extension wand up.				2 Attach either floor nozzle onto the end of the
	2	Attach desired accessory onto the end of either
						extension wand.	(Fig. 15)
		the extension wand or the handle.			(Fig. 14)
	3					3 Press the On/Off switch to the “I” position to turn
		Your vacuum has tremendous suction				the suction motor on.
		power. Adjust the amount of suction with
						NOTE: The rotating brush will not rotate in
		the suction release on the handle. Open
		the valve (a) by rotating the collar 90˚				Detachable Canister mode.
		counterclockwise for low suction when
		doing light jobs such as drapes or fine
		surfaces. Close the valve (a) by rotating
		the collar clockwise 90˚ for high suction
		and when using the hand held turbo brush.
		(Fig. 14)

4Press the On/Off switch to the “I” position to turn the vacuum on for above-floor cleaning.

IMPORTANT: Ensure vacuum is in upright position. Do not use position “II” when cleaning above the floor in the upright vac mode as this will engage the motorized floor brush. The rotating brush may damage your floor if run for a prolonged period of time in one area.

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Storing

Maintenance

Quick

Cord

Release

Lower

Cord

Storage

Clip

Fig. 16

STORE YOUR VACUUM SAFELY

1Convert your vacuum back to upright vac mode.

2Rotate the upper quick cord release to its upright position and coil the power cord loosely around the two clips. Clip the plug onto the cord to secure. (Fig. 16)

3Store the dusting brush and the crevice tool on the mounts on the accessory holder.

4Store your vacuum cleaner safely in a cool dry area where it will not be a hazard, will not get damaged and will not cause damage to anyone or anything.

NOTE: Empty dust cup after cleaning and prior to storing. (See “Maintenance” section for instructions.)

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the unit before performing any cleaning, maintenance, or troubleshooting checks.

Reassemble all parts securely before operating vacuum.

DO NOT operate the vacuum without the premotor filters and dust cup in place.

DO NOT operate the vacuum with WET filters.

IMPORTANT: Make sure all filters are completely dry before inserting back into vacuum.

WARNING: Never insert sharp objects into any opening to clear an obstruction.

IMPORTANT: Damages caused while clearing or attempting to clear blockages are not covered under your product’s limited warranty.

Fig. 17

Fig. 18

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