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® LIF T-AWAY® PRO.
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
SharkNinja 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
DUST CUP/FILTERS/ACCESSORIES:
Before turning on the vacuum:
1. Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry
all obstructions before you turn on the unit
again.
2. Make sure that dust cup and all filters are in
2. Keep the end of the hose and accessory
openings away from face and body.
3. Keep cleaning tools and hose suction openings
3. Make sure accessories are free of blockages.
4. Only use filters and accessories provided by
away from hair, face, fingers, uncovered feet,
or loose clothing.
4. Only use manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
GENERAL USE:
GENERAL CLEANING:
1. DO NOT pick up large-sized objects.
2. DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects such as
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
3. DO NOT pick up smoking or burning objects
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
4. DO NOT use to pick up drywall dust.
5. DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible
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
6. DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such as
7. DO NOT use in an enclosed space where
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 SharkNinja
Operating LLC for examination, repair, or
8. DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
9. DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner in water or
adjustment.
8. DO NOT use without dust cup and/or filters
10. DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces; use
in place.
11. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
after routine cleaning.
place after routine maintenance.
SharkNinja Operating LLC. [Failure to do so will
void the warranty.]
glass, nails, screws or coins that could damage
the vacuum cleaner.
such as hot coals, cigarette butts,
fireplace ash
or matches.
materials such as lighter fluid, gasoline, or
kerosene or use vacuum in areas where they
may be present.
chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner.
vapors are present from paint, paint thinner,
moth-proofing substances, flammable dust or
other explosive or toxic materials.
other liquids.
only on dry surfaces.
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THIS MANUAL COVERS MODEL NUMBERS:
NV355REF
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz
Watts: 1200W
Amps: 10 A
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Contents
Thank you for
purchasing
the Shark
Navigator®
Lift-Away® Pro.
Getting Started 6
Mode 1: Upright Vac 8
Mode 2: Portable Lift-Away® 10
Above-Floor Cleaning 11
Storage and Maintenance 12
Maintenance 13
Emptying the Dust Cup 13
Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filters 13
Cleaning the Post-Motor HEPA Filter 14
Cleaning the Motorized Floor Brush 14
Checking for Blockages 15
Ordering Parts 16
Troubleshooting Guide 17
Warranty 19
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Getting Started
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d
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g
FIRST THING’S FIRST, YOU NEED TO KNOW
WHAT’S IN THE BOX YOU JUST OPENED:
a Handle with Stretch Hose
b Extension Wand
c Portable Lift-Away
®
d Motorized Floor Brush*
e Crevice Tool
f Dusting Brush
g Pet Power brush
*NOTE: Motorized floor brush may differ from what
is shown in the illustration above.
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
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)
PET 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. 3)
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