Shark V1940Q User Manual

2 Speed Cordless Sweeper

Barredora Inalámbrica de 2 Velocidades

Model / Modelo: V1940Q

7.2 Volt DC/CC

To Maximize the life of your NiCd batteries:

1. Charge for a minimum of 20 hours before initi al u se.

Failure to do so will reduce the product’s battery life significantly.

2. Do not store unit with the charging adapter attached and plugged in.

3. Only recharge when the batteries are fully discharged (or as close to fully discharged as possible).

4. Do not store in areas of high temperature or humidity.

5. After 3 months of non-use, the product should be fully discharged and then recharged to maximize battery power.

6. Use only the charger supplied with the product. If other chargers are used, the batteries can fail causing damage to the battery, product, or personal property.

NiCd batteries have a long useful life but at som e time they will need to be replaced. To purchase replacement batteries,

call Customer Service at 1 (800) 798-7398.

NOTE:1. The on/off switch must be in the “Off” position in

order to charge the unit. If the charging indicator does not light, depress the on/off switch once.

2. If the product has never been used or has been stored for an extended period of time without use – it

IMPORTANT

EURO-PRO Operating LLC

Boston, MA, 02465

Tel.: 1 (800) 798-7398

will take several complete charge and discharge cycles to realize the full opera t ional time of your product.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CORDLESS SWEEPER.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury:

1. Do not charge this unit outdoors.

2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use cordless sweeper if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water. Return it to EURO- PRO Operating LLC for examination, repair or adjustment.

6. Do not abuse the charger cord. Never carry the charger or base by the cord or yank to disconnect from an outlet; instead grasp the charger and pull to disconnect.

7. Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces.

8. This product includes rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not incinerate batteries or expose to high temperatures, as they may explode.

9. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

10. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

13. Do not attempt to change accessories while unit is running.

14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

16. Read and follow all label, operational and marking instructions.

17. Do not use charger with an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an electrical outlet. Use charger only in a standard (120V., 60Hz) electrical outlet.

18. Do not use the cordless sweeper without dust container in place.

19. Store the cordless sweeper indoors. Store after use to prevent accidents.

20. Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is 20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin – wash immediately with soap and water or neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.

21. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

22. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.

23. Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product or attempt to charge this product with another charger. Use only charger model KA12D090020023U

supplied with this appliance.

24. The appliance must be disconnected from the supply when removing the battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Rev. 08/08

PARTS AND COMPONENTS

1. Handle Release

2. Upper Handle

3. Folding Pivot

4. Lower Handle Extension Tube

5. Lower Handle

6. Charging Light Indicator

7. On/Off Switch

8. Charging Adapter: Only Use KA12D090020023U

9. Dust Container

10. Transparent Brush Cover

11. Rotating Brush

12. Edging Tool

13. Gear Box

14. Sweeper Power Head

15. Speed Indicator Lights

16. Speed Control

* Illustrations may differ from actua l produ ct.

NOTE: The cordless sweeper is shipped with the batteries uncharged.

Charging of the unit for 20 hours prior to first use is required. Use replacement battery # XBP610N only.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLING YOUR CORDLESS SWEEPER

Your cordless sweeper will require very little assembly. You should remove it from the carton and familiarize yourself with all the components listed per the exploded view drawing on page 2. This will help you in the assembly and operation of your cordless sweeper.

NOTE: The charging adapter and lower handle may be shipped inside the dust

cup or the packaging.

1. Insert the lower handle - small end - into the sweeper power head. Push until firmly in place. (Fig. 1)

Lower Handle

Fig. 1

2. Assemble the handle by ins erting the lower handle extension tube into the lower handle. Push until you hear it snap into place. Next, push the plastic folding pivot onto the lower handle extension tube until you hear them snap into place. Finally, insert the upper handle into the folding pivot until you hear it snap into plac e. (F ig. 2)

3. To fold the handle, press on the handle release button firmly while bending the handle forward. The folding pivot will click into the bent position. (Fig. 3) To straighten the handle, simply lift the upper handle. The folding pivot will click into the straightened position. (Fig. 4)

Handle

Release

Button

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Connect the charger plug to the charging jack or hole on the back of the sweeper. Plug the charging adapter into the wall outlet. (120V., 60Hz.) Use only KA12D090020023U. (Fig. 5)

2. This cordless sweeper is powered by Ni-Cd batteries. Before first use, they must be charged for a minimum 20 hours.

IMPORTANT: After initial charging, your new

cordless sweeper should not be left connected to the charging adapter for a period in excess of 24 hours. A normal charge cycle is approximately 20 hours. The manufacturer recommends that when charging the cordless sweeper, the unit be allowed to charge for approximately 20 hours and then be disconnected from the charging adapter. The charging adapter should be unplugged from the wall receptacle and stored in a convenient place until next use.

3. When recharging the unit, the on/off switch must be in the “off" position.

4. The charging light indicator on the top of the sweeper will illuminate to indicate that the sweeper is properly charging.

5. To recharge, repeat step #1 above. Charging times will vary depending upon the amount of usage between charging cycles.

NOTE: If you connect the charging adapter to the sweeper to recharge and the

charging indicator light does NOT illuminate, then press the on/off button once to turn the sweeper “Off”. The charging indicator light should now light up.

NOTE: Peak performance may only be realized after the unit has been charged

and discharged two (2) or three (3) times.

Charging

Light

Indicator

Fig. 5

IMPORTANT: To maintain peak performance of your cordless sweeper, it is

recommended that the unit be fully discharged, then completely re-charged at least once a month.

CAUTION: Use only the charging adaptor supplied with the sweeper

Do not clean the sweeper while unit is charging.

Fig. 2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the battery pack from the unit to

charge it. Never attempt to throw the battery pack or unit into a fire or incinerate it. Do not attempt to remove or damage the battery casing.

TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR NI-CD BATTERIES

1. Charge for a minimum of 20 hours before init ial use. Failure to do so will reduce the product’s battery life significantly.

2. Do not store the unit with the charging adaptor attached and plugged in.

3. Only recharge when the batteries are fully discharged (or as close to fully discharged as possible).

4. Do not store in areas of high temperature or humidity.

5. After three (3) months of storage, the product should be fully dischar ged and then recharged to maximize battery power.

6. Use only the charger su pplied with the product. If other chargers are used, the batteries can fail causing damage to the battery, product or personal property.

7. Ni-Cd batteries have a long us eful life but at some time they will need to be replaced. To purchase replacement batteries and parts call Customer service at 1 (800) 798-7398.

NOTE: If the product has never been used or has been stored for an extended

period of time without use – it will take several complete charge and discharge cycles to realize the full operational time of your product.

BATTERY REMOVAL & DISPOSAL

NOTE: If uncertain as to how to remove your battery pack, we suggest you take

your sweeper to a reputable small appliance service technician to have this service performed.

This sweeper is equipped with Ni-Cd batteries and you need to dispose of them properl y . When the batteries are no longer good for use, they must be removed from the sweeper for disposal. Do not remove the batteries for any reason other than disposal of them. Call your nearest recycling center for information on the recycling and disposal of Ni-Cd batteries.

Removal of Battery Pack

1. Remove the dust cup container to ensure that no dust or dirt can fall out of the unit while you are removing the battery.

2. Turn unit over so that the base is facing upwards. Be careful not to turn the unit “On”.

3. With a screwdiver, remove the screw securing the battery pack compartment cover to the unit and set the cover and screw aside. (Fig. 6)

Screw

4. Carefully lift out battery pack and disconnect the terminals. (Fig. 7)

Negative Lead

(Black)

5. Connect the terminals to the new battery pack taking care to connect the red lead (+) to the positive (wider) connector first and the black lead (-) to the negative (smaller) connector second. (Fig. 8) Place the new battery into the battery compartment.

Positive Lead

Fig. 7

Battery Pack

Compartment

Cover

Fig. 6

(Red)

Negative

Connector

WARNING: You must never use ordinary batteries for replacement

as these may leak and cause damage. Use only battery pack XBP610N provided for replacement.

Positive

Connector

Fig. 8

6. Place the new battery inside the battery com partment and tuck the wiring inside the battery compartment so that the wiring does not interfere with the battery compartment cover when it is replaced.

7. Re-install the battery compartment cover. Please call customer service at 1(800) 798-7398 if you have any questions about removing or replacing the batteries.

NOTE: Do not attempt to replace the batteries used in this product with any other

type of battery.

CAUTION: This appliance contains Ni-Cd batteries. The batteries must

be recycled or disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Please consult your Yellow Pages or local recycling center for more information.

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