Shark UV420 User Manual

UV420 Owner’s Guide

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This manual covers model numbe rs:

UV42 0 26

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 120V.

Watts: 1200W

Amps: 10A

Hertz: 60Hz

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Contents

Thank you for purchasing the Shark®

Navigator™

Professional.

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

WHEN USING YOUR SHARK®

NAVIGATOR

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR SHARK PROFESSIONAL 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.

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PROFESSIONAL VACUUM,

NAVIGATOR™

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. 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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