Shark UV480 User Manual

Rocket® DuoClean® with
Self-Cleaning Brushroll
Corded Stick Vac

UV480 Series

OWNER’S GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner 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 FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

GENERAL WARNINGS
When using an electrical appliance,

basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

1. Your vacuum cleaner may consist

of a motorized nozzle, wand, hose,
and/or vacuum pod. This device
contains electrical connections,
electrical wiring, and moving
parts that potentially present risk
to the user.

2. Use only identical replacement parts.

3. Carefully observe and follow

the instructions provided below
to avoid improper use of the
appliance. DO NOT use the vacuum
for any purpose other than those
described in this manual.

4. Before use, carefully inspect all
parts for any damage. DO NOT
use if any parts are damaged.

5. The use of an extension cord is
NOT recommended.

6. This vacuum cleaner contains

no serviceable parts.

USE WARNINGS

7. This appliance can be used by

persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children. Keep the
appliance and its cord out of reach of

children. DO NOT allow the appliance
to be used by children. DO NOT allow
to be used as a toy. Close supervision
is necessary when used near children.

8. Always turn off the vacuum cleaner
before connecting or disconnecting
any motorized nozzles or other
accessories.

9. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum
cleaner with wet hands.

10. DO NOT use without filters in place.

11. Only use Shark® branded filters

and accessories. Failure to do so
will also void the warranty.

12. DO NOT damage the power cord:

a) DO NOT pull or carry vacuum

cleaner by the cord or use the
cord as a handle.

b) DO NOT unplug by pulling

on cord. Grasp the plug, not
the cord.

c) DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner

over the power cord, close a
door on the cord, pull the cord
around sharp corners, or leave
the cord near heated surfaces.

13. DO NOT put any objects into nozzle
or accessory openings. DO NOT use
with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce airflow.

14. DO NOT use if nozzle or accessory
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 plug in
and turn on the unit again.

15. Keep nozzle and all vacuum
openings away from hair, face,
fingers, uncovered feet, or
loose clothing.

16. DO NOT use if vacuum cleaner is
not working as it should, or has
been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water.

17. Use extra care when cleaning
on stairs.

18. DO NOT leave the vacuum cleaner
unattended while plugged in.

19. When powered on, keep the
vacuum cleaner moving over the
carpet surface at all times to avoid
damaging the carpet fibers.

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

21. Your Shark® vacuum may not
be designed to stand up on its own.
When taking a break from cleaning,
you may need to lean it against
furniture or a wall, or lay it flat
on the floor. Using the vacuum
for an application where the unit
lacks stability may result in
personal injury.

22. DO NOT use to pick up:

a) Liquids
b) Large objects
c) Hard or sharp objects

(glass, nails, screws, or coins)

d) Large quantities of dust (drywall

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

e) Smoking or burning objects

(hot coals, cigarette butts,
or matches)

f) Flammable or combustible

materials (lighter fluid, gasoline,
or kerosene)

g) Toxic materials (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, or drain cleaner)

23. DO NOT use in the following areas:
a) Poorly lit areas
b) Wet or damp surfaces
c) Outdoor areas
d) Spaces that are enclosed and

may contain explosive or toxic
fumes or vapors (lighter fluid,
gasoline, kerosene, paint,
paint thinners, mothproofing
substances, or flammable dust)

24. Turn off all controls before plugging
in or unplugging the vacuum.

25. Unplug from electrical outlet
when not in use and before
any maintenance or cleaning.

26. Hand wash with water only.
Washing with cleaning chemicals
could damage the unit.

27. During cleaning or routine
maintenance, DO NOT cut anything
other than hair, fibers, or string
wrapped around the brushroll.

28. Allow all filters to air-dry completely
before replacing in the vacuum to
prevent liquid from being drawn
into electric parts.

29. Make sure the dust cup and all
filters are in place after routine
maintenance.

30. If provided, secure the power
cord around the two cord hooks
during storage.

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ASSEMBLY

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CLEANING MODES

1. Insert Wand into Floor Nozzle.

2. Insert Handheld Vacuum into wand.

Ensure all connections click securely into place.

OFF SETTING I SETTING II

Slide switch to the bottom
to turn o power. To begin
vacuuming, slide switch to
the appropriate setting.

Bare Floor/Small Area Rugs

The brushroll spins slowly to
clean bare floors and delicate
arearugs.

SETTINGS

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Carpet

The brushroll spins faster
to pick up debris below
the surface of your carpet.

UPRIGHT

To clean floors, place foot on floor nozzle
and tilt handheld vacuum back.

ABOVE-FLOOR WITH WAND

Detach the wand for more reach to clean
baseboards, ceiling fans, window sills, and other
hard-to-access areas. Stand the vacuum upright,
then step on the foot pedal on the left side of the
floor nozzle and pull the wand up to disconnect it.

ABOVE-FLOOR HANDHELD

Press the Wand Release button to lift the handheld
vacuum o the wand. Attach the handheld vacuum
to an accessory or directly to the nozzle. Great for
cleaning stairs and furniture.

NOTE: All accessories are compatible with both the wand and the handheld vacuum.

NOTE: For dee p cleaning per AST M F 608 (embedded dir t in carpe ts) please us e setting I I, Carp et.
NOTE: Select Carpet for stuck- on dust an d debris .

WHAT DOES THE BRUSHROLL INDICATOR LIGHT MEAN?

Solid Green

The brushroll is on and working as it should.

Solid Red

There is a jam in the brushroll area. Turn your vacuum o and remove the blockage.

No Light: The vacuum is o or in the upright position.

Flashing Red: The vacuum has overheated. See Troubleshooting section.

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STORAGE

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

ONBOARD HOOK WALL MOU NT

Press the wand release button on the top of the
wand to detach the handheld vacuum. Align the
catch on the bottom of the handheld vacuum with
the storage hook on the wand. Slide the handheld
vacuum down so the catch hangs from the storage
hook. Wrap the cord around the two cord hooks ,
starting with the top hook, leaving a little slack.

For convenient storage above the floor, a wall mount
is available for purchase on sharkaccessories.com. It
comes with hardware and an instruction sheet with
a mounting template.

NOTE: Wrap the power co rd around the top hook fi rst,
leaving a little sla ck while wrapping .

NOTE: Not all accessories come with all units. Please see the enclosed Quick Start Guide for your unit's
configuration. To order additional accessories, visit sharkaccessories.com.

12" Crevice Tool

A

Clean in tight spaces or reach baseboards and

BA

ceilings with this slim crevice tool.

Dusting Brush

B

Dust shelves, baseboards, window and door
frames, and much more. Turn the brush head to
adjust the angle to the surface you’re cleaning.

Pet/Upholstery Tool

C

Perfect for grabbing pet hair and lint from

C

D

furniture and other upholstered surfaces.

Pet Multi-Tool

D

A single convertible tool for cleaning tough
pet messes two ways: first, use the sti bristle
brush to clean stuck-on debris , or take o the
bristles to reveal an upholstery tool perfect for

E

F

removing stubborn pet hair and large piles of
debris.

Duster Crevice Tool

E

Two cleaning tools in one. The crevice tool gives
you extended reach to clean in tight spaces,
while the soft brush is ideal for dusting delicate
surfaces.

Anti-Allergen Dust Brush

F

Features nylon fiber bristles specifically

G

H

designed for removing fine dust and allergen
particles from the most delicate surfaces.

Mini Motorized Brush

G

Powered by a motor, this small brush removes
the clingiest pet hair and extracts dirt, dust,
dander, and allergens from deep inside pillows,
upholstery, and carpets.

Under-Appliance Wand

H

Clean under and behind hard-to-move appliances
and furniture with this adjustable 36” tool. Flip the
extension piece over to clean the underside
of appliances.

Precision Duster

I

Flexible tube with micro-duster crevice tool on
the end for cleaning around delicate objects and
in dicult-to-reach spots like car interiors and

I

K L

J

computer keyboards.

Flexible Hose

J

Stretch and flex this extension hose to clean
around objects and get into hard-to-reach spaces.
Attach the crevice tool or another accessory
depending on what you are cleaning.

Onboard Storage Clip

K

Removable clip attaches to the vacuum wand . Can
hold up to two accessories at a time while cleaning
or for storage.

Wall Mount

L

Install the mount to hang your vacuum on the wall
for convenient storage. Includes screws, anchors,
and instruction sheet with mounting template for
easy installation.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT: Unplug the vacuum before performing any maintenance.

EMPTYING THE DUST CUP

The dust cup needs to be emptied each time you vacuum and periodically during cleaning, when debris in
the dust cup reaches the MAX fill line.

Empty

Press the wand releasebutton and lift the handheld
vacuum o the wand.

With the dust cup attached to the handheld vacuum,
press the Empty button on the front of the dust cup.

OR

IMPORTANT: Unplug the vacuum before performing any maintenance.

CLEANING FILTERS

Perform regular maintenance on the filters to keep your vacuum's suction power optimal.

IMPORTANT:

at least 24 hours before reinstalling them to prevent liquid from being drawn into electricparts.

To prevent damage, rinse filters with water

ONLY. DO NOT

use soap. Allow filters to air-dry for

PRE-MOTOR FILTERS POST-MOTOR FILTER

Wash the pre -motor filters once a month. Wash the post-motor filter every 9 months.

REPLACEMENT FILTERS

Dust Cup
Release

To remove the dust cup from the handheld vacuum,
squeeze the two Dust Cup Release buttons at the
same time and pull out the dust cup. Press the Empty
button on the front of the dust cup.

Replacement Pre-Motor Filter Kit

XPMFK320

NOTE: Th e pre-motor filters should be re placed eve ry 2.5 years. Th e post-motor filter should be replaced every 3 years.

Replacement Post-Motor Filter

1084FTV320

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

CHECKING FOR BLOCKAGES

CHECK HANDHELD

Remove the wand from the handheld vacuum and
check all dust cup intake openings.

CHECK WAND

Detach the wand and check it for blockages.

NOZZLE MAINTENANCE

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CLEANING THE SELF-CLEANING BRUSHROLL

If any hair is wrapped around the brushroll, continue cleaning, using Carpet mode on a bare floor surface, a
low-pile carpet, or a small area rug. This will allow the self-cleaning brushroll to remove the hair wrap and send
it to the dust cup.

If some fibers remain wrapped around the brushroll after continued use, open the brushroll garage to remove
them.

1 To open the brushroll garage, slide both release buttons on the floor nozzle away from you, toward the

back of the nozzle, then lift o the lid.

2 Clear away any objects or debris.
3 To close the brushroll garage, insert the 3 tabs on top of lid into the 3 slots in the nozzle, then push down

on both sides of lid until it clicks securely into place. If Brushroll Indicator Light is green and headlights
are flashing, check again that both sides of lid are locked in place.

CHECK FLOOR NOZZLE

Detach the wand. To open the brushroll garage, slide
both release buttons on the floor nozzle away from
you, toward the back of the nozzle, then lift o the lid.

Tilt back the neck of the nozzle and check openings
for blockages. To close the brushroll garage, insert
the 3 tabs on top of lid into the 3 slots in the nozzle,
then push down firmly on both sides of the lid until it
clicks securely into place.

NOTE: If the brushroll indicator light is green and the headlights are flashing, check again that both sides of the lid are locked
in place.

CLEANING THE SOFT ROLLER

1 To remove Soft Roller from nozzle, first open the brushroll garage, then pull the Soft Roller out by the tab.
2 Tap loose debris o the Soft Roller. Use a dry towel to wipe the Soft Roller clean, and to remove any debris

caught in the teeth behind the Soft Roller.

3

Hand wash the Soft Roller as needed. Use only water, and let air-dry completely for at least 24 hours.

4

Reinsert the Soft Roller and close the brushroll garage by inserting the 3 tabs on top of the lid into the 3 slots

in the nozzle. Then push down on both sides of the lid until it clicks securely into place. If Brushroll Indicator
Light is green and headlights are flashing, check again that both sides of the lid are locked in place.

NOTE: With normal use, you may need to perform routine maintenance of your Soft Roller.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Vacuum is not picking up debris. No suction or light suction.
(Refer to Maintenance section for more information.)

• Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow instructions for rinsing and completely air-drying the
filters before reinserting in the vacuum.

• Dust cup may be full; empty dust cup.

• Check floor nozzle and wand for blockages; clear blockages if required.

• Remove any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the brushroll or Soft Roller.

• Ensure the brushroll garage is locked in place by pushing down on both sides of the lid until it clicks
securely into place.

Vacuum lifts area rugs.

• Suction is powerful. Take care when vacuuming area rugs or rugs with delicately sewn edges.

• Turn o the unit to disengage the brushrolls. To restart, slide the power switch to setting I, Bare Floor/
Small Area Rugs.

Brushrolls do not spin.

• If the Brushroll Indicator Light is solid red, immediately turn o and unplug the vacuum. Disconnect
wand from floor nozzle and clear any blockages from the air path in the nozzle and from the brushrolls.
Reconnect wand, plug in vacuum, and turn on power.

• If the Brushroll Indicator Light is solid green and the LED headlights are flashing, the brushroll garage lid is
not completely closed. Press down firmly on all sides of the lid until it clicks into place.

• If Brushroll Indicator Light on the
brushroll garage lid is completely closed. If the light is still red, please contact Customer Service at 1-800­798-7398.

Vacuum turns o on its own or if the indicator light flashes red.

This vacuum is equipped with a motor-protective thermostat so it will shut o if it overheats. Should this
occur, perform the following steps to restart the motor-protective thermostat:

1. Turn vacuum o and unplug it.

2. Empty dust cup and clean filters (see Maintenance section).

3. Separate the floor nozzle from the wand. Remove the brushroll garage lid to check the air path,
brushroll, and Soft Roller for blockages.

4. Check for blockages in the wand, handheld vacuum inlet openings, and accessories.

5. Allow unit to cool for a minimum of 60 minutes.

6. Plug in vacuum and turn it on.

floor nozzle

is green, the blockage has been successfully cleared and the

FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The Five (5) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of SharkNinja
Operating LLC. Warranty coverage applies to the original owner and to the original product only and is

not transferable.
SharkNinja warrants that the unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period

of five (5) years from the date of purchase when it is used under normal household conditions and
maintained according to the requirements outlined in the Owner’s Guide, subject to the following
conditions and exclusions:

What is covered by this warranty?

1. The original unit and/or non-wearable components deemed defec tive, in SharkNinja’s sole discretion,
will be repaired or replaced up to five (5) years from the original purchase date.

2. In the event a replacement unit is issued, the warranty coverage ends six (6) months following the
receipt date of the replacement unit or the remainder of the existing warranty, whichever is later.
SharkNinja reserves the right to replace the unit with one of equal or greater value.

What is not covered by this warranty?

1. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts (such as foam filters, HEPA filters, pads, etc.), which require
regular maintenance and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit, are not covered
by this warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase at sharkaccessories.com.

2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.

3. Damage caused by misuse (e.g., vacuuming up water or other liquids), abuse, negligent handling,
failure to perform required maintenance (e.g., not cleaning the filters), or damage due to mishandling
in transit.

4. Consequential and incidental damages.

5. Defects caused by repair persons not authorized by SharkNinja. These defects include damages caused
in the process of shipping, altering, or repairing the SharkNinja product (or any of its parts) when the
repair is performed by a repair person not authorized by SharkNinja.

6. Products purchased, used, or operated outside North America.

How to get service

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty
period, visit sharkclean.com/support for product care and maintenance self-help. Our Customer Service
Specialists are also available at 1- 800-79 8-7398 to assist with product support and warranty service options,
including the possibility of upgrading to our VIP warranty service options for select product categories. So
we may better assist you, please register your product online at registeryourshark.com and have the product
on hand when you call.

SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the unit to us for repair or replacement. A fee of
$24.95 (subject to change) will be charged when SharkNinja ships the repaired or replacement unit.

How to initiate a warranty claim

You must call 1-800 -798-7398 to initiate a warranty claim. You will need the receipt as proof of purchase.
We also ask that you register your product online at register yourshark.com and have the product on hand
when you call, so we may better assist you. A Customer Service Specialist will provide you with return and
packing instruction information.

How state law applies

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to
state. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above may not apply to you.

For all other issues, visit sharkclean.com/support.

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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®
Rocket® DuoClean® with Self-Cleaning Brushroll Corded Stick Vac.

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US: Needham, MA 02494
CAN: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7

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therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.

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