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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, 

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

»  Do not leave vacuum when it is 

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.

»  Do not use for any purpose 

other than described in this user 

guide. 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, have it repaired 

at an authorized service center.

»  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.

»  Do not unplug by pulling on  

cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, 

not the cord. 

»  Do not handle plug or vacuum 

with wet hands.

»  Do not put any object into  

openings. Do not use with any 

opening blocked; keep openings 

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.

»  Turn OFF all controls before  

plugging or unplugging  

vacuum.

»  Use extra care when cleaning  

on stairs.

»  Do not use to pick up flammable 

or combustible materials (lighter 

fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.)  

or use in areas where they may  

be present.

»  Do not use vacuum in an enclosed 

space filled with vapors given off 

by oil-based paint, paint thinner, 

some moth-proofing  

substances, flammable dust, or 

other explosive or toxic vapors.

»  Do not use to pick up toxic  

material (chlorine bleach,  

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

»  Do not pick up anything that is 

burning or smoking, such as  

cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

»  Do not use without filters in place.
»  Do not pick up hard or sharp 

objects such as glass, nails, screws, 

coins, etc.

»  Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
»  Keep appliance on a level surface.
»  Do not carry the vacuum while it is 

running.

»  Unplug before connecting or 

disconnecting the TurboBrush® 

Tool.

»  Hold plug when rewinding into 

cord reel. Do no allow plug to 

whip when rewinding.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.  

Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in 

use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be 

observed, including the following: 

This model is for household use only. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE HAS  

A POLARIZED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade  

is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the  

plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a  

qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Hot

Neutral

WARNING

››  Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from children.
››  Do not plug in your vacuum UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and operating 

procedures.

››  To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power OFF and disconnect polarized  

plug from electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Summary of Contents for POWERFORCE HELIX TURBO REWIND 1797 Series

Page 1: ...POWERFORCE HELIX TURBO REWIND Vacuum ___________ USER GUIDE 1797 SERIES...

Page 2: ...r some moth proofing substances flammable dust or other explosive or toxic vapors Do not use to pick up toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc Do not pick up anything that is burning...

Page 3: ...2 Product View 4 Assembly 5 Operations 6 7 Maintenance Care 7 10 Troubleshooting 10 Warranty 11 Service 11 Contact Information 12 Product Registration 12 NOTE Standard accessories may vary by model To...

Page 4: ...Motor Filter 6 Dirt Tank 7 Dirt Tank Empty Button 8 Washable Post Motor Filter 9 Automatic Cord Rewind Button 10 Cord Hook 11 Hose Clip 12 Dusting Brush 13 Crevice Tool stored inside Extension Wand 1...

Page 5: ...hed TurboBrush Tool Dusting Brush Remove filter in unit and replace with Febreze filter Return Dirt Tank to vacuum NOTE The Febreze filter must first be removed from the bag before inserting it into t...

Page 6: ...uum on the floor with the handle in the upright position when using tools Never place your fingers under the vacuum when it is running Never place the powerfoot on furniture or uneven surfaces Do not...

Page 7: ...tools to make your above floor cleaning jobs easier Just put your vacuum in the upright position pick the accessory tool that best fits your needs and attach it to the end of your hose You re ready to...

Page 8: ...Press the Tank Release Button and pull handle to lift Dirt Tank away from vacuum Holding Dirt Tank over a trash bin press release button on back to open tank bottom and dump the debris Snap bottom ba...

Page 9: ...t replace Brush Roll Replace the Brush Roll and belt by looping the belt over the motor shaft and the Brush Roll Line up the end caps and pull the brush forward into place This will stretch the belt O...

Page 10: ...eck drive belt area and remove obstructions Replace drive belt if necessary Floor brush bristles worn Replace floor brush Floor brush jammed Remove floor brush and clean debris from brush and ends Che...

Page 11: ...r routine maintenance components such as filters belts or brushes Damage or malfunction caused by negligence abuse neglect unauthorized repair or any other use not in accordance with the user guide is...

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