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MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE- 

SHOOTING  

GUIDE

CHECK FOR BLOCKAGES
REMOVE AND INSPECT:
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HOSE AND TUBES

 

 Remove Power nozzle and extension wand and shine a torch up from the bottom to check for possible blockage. 

 

 Remove dustcup and hose to check intake opening and hose elbow.

2    BOTTOM OF POWER NOZZLE
 

CAUTION: NOZZLE CONTAINS LIVE PARTS

 

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   Squeeze tabs together and pull up to expose the airway.

 

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   Remove any string, carpet fibers or hair that may be wrapped around the brushroll.

Vacuum is not picking up dirt.  
No suction or light suction
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Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow instructions for rinsing and drying the filters before re-inserting back into the vacuum.

• Dust cup may be full; empty dust cup.
•  Check hose, hose connections, nozzles and accessories for blockages; clear blockages if required.
•  Close the suction release on the handle to increase suction power.

Vacuum lifts area rugs

•  Turn off the unit to disengage the brushroll and restart with the POWER button for suction only cleaning.

Brush roll does not spin

•  Pull the handle toward you and release the Power nozzle to engage the brushroll feature.
•  With the power on, turn the brushroll on by pressing the BRUSHROLL button.
•   Immediately turn off and unplug vacuum, disconnect the Power nozzle and remove blockage before reconnecting and turning vacuum  

back on. 

Vacuum turns off on its own
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This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a motor protective thermostat. If for some reason your vacuum overheats, the thermostat will 
automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, perform the following steps to restart the motor thermostat:

  1. Turn the unit off.
  2. Unplug the vacuum.
  3. Empty the dust cup and clean filters. 
  4.  Check for blockages in hose, accessories and inlet openings. 
  5.  Allow the unit to cool for a minimum of 45 minutes. 
  6. Plug in the vacuum. 
  7.  Restart the unit using the POWER button.

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Summary of Contents for Rocket NV480UKP

Page 1: ...OWNER S GUIDE NV480UKP ...

Page 2: ...vacuum cleaner moving over the carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging the carpet fibers 18 DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on unstable surfaces such as chairs or tables 19 DO NOT use without dust cup and or filters in place 20 This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge 21 Children ...

Page 3: ...pins into the hinge on the vacuum and clip back into place 1 Press POWER to clean bare floor surfaces area rugs or areas above floors The brushroll will not spin in this mode 2 Press POWER and BRUSHROLL to clean carpets The brushroll indicator lights will illuminate GREEN If there is a jam the indicator light on Power nozzle will illuminate RED Refer to MAINTENANCE P10 for instructions on removing...

Page 4: ...r to inside flap of box POWER BUTTONS 1 The POWER button turns on suction only This is ideal for use on bare floors delicate area rugs and for use with accessories 2 The BRUSHROLL button spins the floor brush ideal for use on carpeted surfaces Note The floor brush will only spin once the vacuum is reclined back CORD HOOK 3 For quick cord access rotate upper hook 180 and remove cord Rotate it back ...

Page 5: ... refuse bag or bin press the bottom empty release latch located near the bottom of the front of the dust cup 3 Press the top dust cup release latch to access and clean dust screen as required CLEAN THE FILTERS See cleaning schedule on page 2 4 With the dust cup removed remove and rinse the foam and felt filters every month Let air dry completely before replacing Hand wash only Tap loose dirt off f...

Page 6: ...se on the handle to increase suction power Vacuum lifts area rugs Turn off the unit to disengage the brushroll and restart with the POWER button for suction only cleaning Brush roll does not spin Pull the handle toward you and release the Power nozzle to engage the brushroll feature With the power on turn the brushroll on by pressing the BRUSHROLL button Immediately turn off and unplug vacuum disc...

Page 7: ...12 13 NOTES NOTES ...

Page 8: ...iscretion including all parts and labour The free Shark guarantee does not cover the following Blockages For details of how to unblock your vacuum cleaner please refer to the Operating Manual Normal wear and tear including to the brush bar fuse belt batteries etc Accidental damage faults caused by negligent use or care misuse neglect careless operation or any other handling of the vacuum cleaner w...

Page 9: ...IB_150616_2 2014 Euro Pro Operating LLC Printed in China Illustrations may differ from actual product Euro Pro Europe Limited 15 Mariner Court Calder Park Wakefield WF4 3FL Freephone 0800 862 0453 www sharkclean eu ...

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