OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Remove the brush carefully by first
lifting the right side of the brush and
then the left side of the brush. Be
careful not to lose the end caps and
washers (x2). (Fig. 20)
• If the belt has broken, remove any
loose pieces of broken belt before
replacing with new belt.
• To stall a new belt, slip one end of
the belt over the gears on the motor
shaft and then slip the other end
over the pulley end of the brush.
• After checking that the end caps
and washers are on correctly,
re-install the brush assembly.
• Turn the brush assembly by hand to
make sure that the belt is not twisted
and all rotating parts turn freely.
• Replace the brush cover and screws.
(Fig. 21)
Fig. 21
IMPORTANT
:
This unit is equipped
with a motor protective thermostat. If
for some reason the vacuum cleaner
should overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should
this occur:
• Push the On/Off button once.
• Disconnect the plug from the power
source.
• Check the source of overheating
problem. (i.e. clogged hose or filter)
• If clogged hose or filter is found,
unclog the hose and replace the
filters.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before
attempting to reuse the vacuum.
• After unit has cooled down for 45
minutes, plug in the cleaner and
push the On/Off button. The
vacuum should start again.
• If the vacuum still does not start,
contact customer service at
1 (800) 798-7398.
Motor Thermostat
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Fig. 20
Changing the Belt
Fig. 18
• Remove the brush cover. (Fig. 19)
Fig. 19
WARNING:
Always disconnect
from power source when servicing
or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or
personal injury from cleaner suddenly
starting.
Occasionally the motorized brush drive
belt will require changing, the frequency
will depend upon the amount of use your
vacuum sees.
•
Turn unit “Off” and unplug from
wall outlet.
•
Remove the motorized floor brush
from the main unit.
•
Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver and
remove the two (2) front screws
from the bottom of the motorized
floor brush. (Fig. 18)
Screws
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
10
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE REASON
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
VACUUM WILL
NOT OPERATE
1.
Power cord not firmly plugged into
outlet.
2.
No power in wall outlet.
3. Needs
servicing.
4.
Thermostat has tripped.
1.
Plug unit in firmly.
2.
Check fuse or breaker. Replace
fuse/reset breaker.
3. Call
1-800-798-7398.
4.
Turn the unit off and unplug
from outlet. Allow unit to cool
down, then restart.
VACUUM WILL
NOT PICK-UP OR
SUCTION POWER
IS WEAK
1.
Dust cup is full.
2. Unit
clogged.
3.
HEPA Filter needs cleaning or
replacing.
4.
Debris screen needs cleaning.
5.
Exhaust filter or filter ring need
cleaning.
1.
Empty and clean dust cup.
2.
Turn unit off and unplug from
wall outlet. Remove Dust Cup
Filter and check for object(s) in
air duct and remove.
3.
Clean or replace HEPA Filter.
4.
Clean debris screen.
5.
Clean exhaust filter or filter
ring.
DUST ESCAPING
FROM VACUUM
1.
Dust cup is full.
2.
Dust Cup is not installed correctly.
1.
Empty and clean dust cup.
2.
Review Dust Cup instructions.
VACUUM, HOSE
OR BRUSHES
WILL NOT PICK-UP
1. Hose
clogged.
2.
Dust cup is full.
1.
Remove hose and/or brushes.
Remove obstruction from hose
and /or brush.
2.
Empty and clean dust cup.
Please Note:
The HEPA Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced every (3) three to six
(6) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
The exhaust filter and filter ring are rinseable. They should however be replaced every
three (3) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
Important:
Make sure that
ALL
filters have been completely air dried for 24 hours before re-
installing back in the vacuum.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT HEPA DUST CUP FILTERS
Call:
1 (800) 798-7398
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Or visit our website: www.sharkvac.com
Call:
1 (800) 798-7398
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT HEPA FILTERS
Item XSH621
for Model EP619
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT
for Model EP619
