Simplicity S20D, S20P, S20S User Manual
(The chances are you’re
never going to read me)
Owner’s Manual
Models S20S, S20D, S20P, S20UP
www.SimplicityVac.com
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Contents
Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................... 2
Polarization Instructions ............................................................................................................... 3
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings ........................................................................ 3
Description of the Vacuum ......................................................................................................... 4
Assembling the Vacuum .............................................................................................................. 6
Operation
Unwinding the Power Cord ...................................................................................................... 7
Reclining the Handle ................................................................................................................. 7
Turning the Vacuum On/Off .................................................................................................... 7
Using the Carpet/Floor Selector ............................................................................................ 8
Edge Cleaning ............................................................................................................................ 8
Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment ................................................................................... 8
Vacuuming Under Furniture ..................................................................................................... 9
Carrying the Vacuum ................................................................................................................. 9
Attachment Cleaning
Wand Cleaning ........................................................................................................................... 10
Adjusting the Suction Power for Tool Cleaning ................................................................. 10
Cleaning Tools ............................................................................................................................ 11
Maintenance and Care
Annual Checkup ......................................................................................................................... 12
Power Cord Care ........................................................................................................................ 12
When to Change the Vacuum Bag ....................................................................................... 13
Replacing the Vacuum Bag ...................................................................................................... 14
When to Change the Filters ..................................................................................................... 15
Replacing the HEPA Media or Foam Filter .......................................................................... 15
Replacing the Electrostatic Secondary Filter ...................................................................... 16
Jammed Brushroll ....................................................................................................................... 17
Lifetime Belt ................................................................................................................................. 17
Removing and Reinstalling the Bottom Plate ...................................................................... 18
Unclogging the Nozzle and Hose ........................................................................................... 19
Thermal Motor Protection ......................................................................................................... 20
Problem Solving Guide
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 21
Visit Simplicity Vacuums Online ............................................................................................. 21
How to Contact Your Authorized Retailer ............................................................................ 21
Key Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................ 21
For Best Performance ............................................................................................................... 21
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................... 22
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IMPoRtAnt sAFetY InstRUCtIons
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage
IMPoRtAnt:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions or for uses other than those for which it
was intended.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
• Do not use with 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 your Authorized Simplicity Retailer
for service.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with
wet hands.
• 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.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
• Do not use without vacuum bag and/or
filters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
sAVe tHese InstRUCtIons.
• Do not attempt to service the unit while
appliance is plugged in.
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PolARIzAtIon InstRUCtIons
Power Cord, 2-Wire Polarized Cord
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified
electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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DesCRIPtIon oF tHe VACUUM
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DesCRIPtIon oF tHe VACUUM
1 Ergonomic Handle
2 Main On/Off Power Switch
3 Power Cord
4 Carrying Handle
5 Bag Compartment Latch (to Replace Vacuum Bag and Filters)
6 Xenon Headlight
7 Brushroll Jam Indicator (models S20P and S20UP)
8 Vacuum Nozzle
9 Furniture Guard
10 Carpet/Floor Selector (models S20D, S20P and S20UP)
11 Quick Release Upper Cord Hook
12 Wand Release Button
13 Telescopic Wand
14 Full Bag Indicator (models S20D, S20P and S20UP)
15 Suction Control Dial
16 Wand Extension Button
17 Crevice Tool
18 Combination Dusting/Upholstery Brush
19 Thermal Motor Protection Reset Button
20 Handle Release Pedal
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AsseMBlInG tHe VACUUM
Attaching the Handle to the Vacuum
NOTE: Do not plug in the vacuum until it
is completely assembled.
The vacuum cleaner and the handle are
packed separately.
• Remove the handle screw (Fig.1).
Then position the handle behind the
vacuum cleaner and level with the top of
the unit. Hold the power cord down and
away from the vacuum while the handle is
being attached. Make sure that the switch
on the handle is positioned toward the
front of the vacuum cleaner.
• On the bottom of the handle are two
“T-shaped” rails that slide forward onto
two guides located on the top of the
vacuum cleaner. Line up the handle so
that the “T-shaped” rails will slide into
the guides and push the handle
downward into the vacuum (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1
• Insert the handle screw and tighten
securely (Fig. 3).
• Remove the bag compartment cover to
ensure a vacuum bag is in place.
• Your vacuum is now ready for use.
• If storing the vacuum, wrap the cord
clockwise around the top and bottom cord
hooks. Fasten the plug to the wrapped
cord using the channel on the plug.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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Unwinding the Power Cord
• The Quick Release Upper Cord Hook
rotates to allow for quick access to the
power cord. Turn the Upper Cord Hook
downward and you can quickly drop the
power cord to the floor without unwinding
it from the cord hooks (Fig. 1).
• When storing the vacuum cleaner turn the
Quick Release Upper Cord Hook to the
upright position and wrap the power cord
around the cord storage hooks.
Reclining the Handle
• Press the Handle Release Pedal with your
foot to recline the handle (Fig. 2).
oPeRAtIon
This vacuum is intended for household use only.
Fig. 1
Turning the Vacuum On/Off
• To turn the vacuum cleaner on, press the
On/Off Switch located on the handle
to the “On” position (Fig. 3).
• To stop the vacuum cleaner, press the
On/Off switch to the “Off” position.
• Always turn the vacuum cleaner off before
unplugging it from the electrical outlet.
Fig. 2
Off
OFF
On
ON
Fig. 3
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