Shark Rotator NV600ANZ Series Owner's Manual

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NV600ANZ

Series

INSTRUCTIONS

AUST: 1800 890 840

NZ: 0800 002 999

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THANK YOU

for purchasing the Shark® Rotator® Lift-Away Speed

™

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.

This Owner’s Guide is designed to help you get a complete
understanding of your new Shark Rotator Lift-Away Speed.

If you have any questions, please call the customer service
line at AUST: 1800 890 840 or NZ: 0800 002 999.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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

Watts: 850W

RECORD THIS INFORMATION

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TIP: You can find the
model number and date
code on the rating label
located on the back of
your unit.

GMA-501716-EA

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CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting to Know Your Shark

®

Rotator® Lift-Away Speed™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Assembling Your Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using Your Vacuum in Upright Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

What Does the Brushroll Indicator Light Mean? � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �9

Using Your Vacuum in Above-Floor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

The Benefits of Suction Control � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11

Using Your Vacuum in Lift-Away

®

Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Lift-Away Cleaning � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13

Using Your Caddy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Compatible Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Emptying the Dust Cup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 19
Cleaning the Filters � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Checking for Blockages & Maintaining Brushroll � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE • FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WARNING

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

CAUTION: THE POWER NOZZLE,

WAND, AND HANDLE CONTAIN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:

• These are not serviceable parts.

• Do not use to suck up water.

• Do not immerse in water for cleaning.

•

The handle/wand should be checked

regularly and must not be used if damaged.

1 Inspect supply cord and plug for any

damage before use. If the supply cord
is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner
with a damaged cord or plug. Turn off all
controls before plugging in or unplugging
the vacuum cleaner. Store your vacuum
cleaner with the supply cord secured
around the two cord hooks.

2 DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

Use only on dry surfaces.

3 The plug must be removed from

the socket-outlet before cleaning or
maintaining the appliance.

4 If vacuum cleaner is not working as it

should, or has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water, return
it to the manufacturer for examination,
repair, or adjustment.

5 The hose contains electrical wires. DO NOT

use when damaged, cut, or punctured.

6 DO NOT pull or carry vacuum cleaner by

the cord or use the cord as a handle.

7 DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. Grasp

the plug, not the cord.

8 DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner

with wet hands.

9 DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner over the

power cord, close a door on the cord, or
pull the cord around sharp corners.

10 The use of an extension cord is NOT

recommended.

11 DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner unattended

when plugged in.

12 Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

13

Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting motorized nozzle.

GENERAL USE

14 Use only as described in this manual.

15 Keep your work area well lit.

16 Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over

the carpet surface at all times to avoid
damaging the carpet fibers.

17 DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on unstable

surfaces such as chairs or tables.

18 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 airflow.

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19 DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by

children. Close attention is necessary when
used near children. This is not a toy.

20 DO NOT use without dust cup and/or filters

in place.

DUST CUP/FILTERS/ACCESSORIES

Before turning on the vacuum:

21 Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry

after routine cleaning.

22 Make sure that dust cup and all filters are

in place after routine maintenance.

23 Make sure accessories are free of

blockages.

24 Only use Shark

®

-brand filters and
accessories (failure to do so will void
thewarranty).

HOSE ATTACHMENTS

25 DO NOT use if airflow is restricted. If the air

paths or the motorized floor nozzle become
blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner off and
unplug from electrical outlet. Remove
all obstructions before you turn on the
unitagain.

26 Keep the end of the hose and accessory

openings away from face and body.

27 Keep cleaning tools and hose suction

openings away from hair, face, fingers,
uncovered feet, or loose clothing.

28 Only use manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

GENERAL CLEANING

29 DO NOT vacuum up large objects.

30 DO NOT vacuum up hard or sharp objects

such as glass, nails, screws, or coins that
could damage the vacuum cleaner.

31 DO NOT vacuum up drywall dust,

fireplace ash, or embers. DO NOT use
as an attachment to power tools for dust
collection.

32 DO NOT vacuum up smoking or burning

objects such as hot coals, cigarette butts,
or matches.

33 DO NOT vacuum up flammable or

combustible materials (e.g., lighter fluid,
gasoline, or kerosene) or use vacuum in
areas where they may be present.

34 DO NOT

vacuum

up toxic solutions (e.g.,

chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner).

35 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.

36 DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.

37 DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner in water

or other liquids.

38 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SHARK®
ROTATOR® LIFT-AWAY SPEED

™

WELCOME!

Congratulations on
your purchase. Use
this Owner’s Guide to
learn about your new
vacuum’s great features.
From assembly to use
to maintenance, you will
find it all in here.

MAIN UNIT

A Hose

B Suction Control

C Handle Release Latch

D Upper Cord Hook

E Power/Surface Selector

F Lift-Away® Button

G Wand

H Release Wand Button

I Dust-Cup Release Latch

J Lower Cord Hook

K Motorized Floor Nozzle

L Brushroll Indicator Light

M Headlights

N Brushroll Access Buttons

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F

E

H

A

B

D

K

Br

ushroll

Ac

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Brushroll

Access

C

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Carpet

Hard Floor

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1 Place the pod onto

floornozzle.

ASSEMBLING
YOUR VACUUM

TIP: For quick cord

access, rotate upper hook
down and remove cord.

2 Slide wand into base

ofpod.

STEP 1 STEP 2

TIP: To store your

vacuum, wrap cord
around cord hooks.

TIP:

Use cord clip located
on the side of wand to
hold cord in place while
vacuuming.

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3 Insert handle into top of wand. Then attach

hose to hose connector on base of pod.

4 Insert tools into accessory holder, then

secure the hose to the hose clip by
pushing the knob into its socket.

STEP 3 STEP 4

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