Simplicity shd-1t User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

HEAVY DUTY

SHD-1T

www.SimplicityVac.com

Index

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Two-Wire Polarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Replacement Bags/Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

How to Assemble and Operate the Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

How to Change the Vacuum Bag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Handle Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

How to Change the Filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Edge Cleaning Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Automatic Self-Adjusting Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Optional Cleaning Tools/Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

How to Replace the Vacuum Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to Clean the Nozzle Hose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thermal Motor Protection . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How to Contact your Authorized Retailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Visit Simplicity Vacuums Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Customer's Record

The model and serial numbers of this product may be found on the back side of the unit. You should register your warranty online at SimplicityVac.com as soon as possible for your protection. Also, note the model and serial numbers of your unit in the spaces provided below, and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model Number: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Date Purchased: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Your Simplicity vacuum cleaner is a product of high quality materials and superior workmanship. We urge you to read these operating instructions carefully before you use this vacuum cleaner, in order to obtain the full performance and satisfaction it can offer you.

Save These Instructions

Before you plug in your Simplicity vacuum cleaner, make sure the voltage indicated on the rating plate located on the backside of the vacuum cleaner is the same as your local supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

This machine 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 machine by a person responsible for their safety. When using an

electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

1. Do not leave appliance unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

2. WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES.

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the machine when in use.

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

5. 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 a service center.

6. WARNING - The replacement or repair of damaged wiring should only be performed by a qualiﬁed electrician or

service engineer from the original distributor or authorized service agent.

7. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or

corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

8. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

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

10. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

11. 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.

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

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

14. Do not use without vacuum bag and/or ﬁlters in place.

15. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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

17. Do not attempt to service the unit while appliance is plugged in.

18. This machine 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 machine by a person responsible for their safety. Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the machine when in use.

Two-Wire Polarized Cord

MODELS CPU-1 and CPU-1T

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 an 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.

MODELS CPU-2 and CPU-2T

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. 1. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.

WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

The replacement or repair of damaged wiring should only be performed by a qualiﬁed electrician or service engineer from the original distributor or authorized service agent

Grounding Instructions

Fig. 1

Parts Identification

Handle grip

Quick cord release

Handle tube

Nozzle hose

On/Off switch

Bag compartment cover latch

Bag compartment

Dusting Brush

Cord storage hooks

Wand

Crevice Tool

Power cord

Accessory attachment opening

Nozzle hose

Furniture guard

Self-adjusting nozzle

Replacement Bags/Filters

• Genuine Simplicity Paper Bags Part # S6-3 (3 pk.)

Part # S6-12 (12 pk.)

Foot pedal release

Thermal reset button

• Genuine Simplicity Filter Set Part # SF-HD

Genuine Simplicity Vacuum Belts Part # SB6-2

Model specification plate

Thermal reset instructions

(1 pk.)

(2 pk.)

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