power switch
The power switch on the 1413 is located on
the side of the vacuum. Push the rocker switch
“ON” (i) to vacuum, and “OFF” (O) when
cleaning is complete.
notE: you can find your model number on the
back, bottom side of the vacuum on the white
sticker by the Ul rating.
handle position
Press the handle release pedal with your
foot to place your vacuum into one of three
cleaning positions.
1. Upright
– For storage and above floor
cleaning with tools.
2. Normal cleaning
– Press handle release
for household floor cleaning tasks.
3. Low cleaning
– With the vacuum in
normal cleaning position, press handle release
pedal again, use for reaching under low furniture
such as tables, chairs or beds.
height adjustment
There are five height settings available for
various floor surfaces. Turn the dial on the foot
of the cleaner to the desired setting.
Lowest setting
– For low pile carpet or bare
floors. To pick up debris, it may be necessary
to move up one setting.
Medium setting
– For medium pile carpet.
Highest setting
– For high pile and most
shag carpet.
notE: for optimal carpet cleaning performance,
adjust to the lowest practical setting. If your
cleaner is difficult to push, adjust to the next
higher setting.
if the dial is difficult to turn, tilt the cleaner
back slightly to take the weight off the foot
while turning.
transporting cleaner
1.
To move your cleaner from room to room, put
the handle in the upright position, tilt the cleaner
back on its rear wheels and push forward.
2.
The cleaner can also be moved by using the
carrying handle.
Assembly
The only tool you’ll need to assemble your
vacuum cleaner is a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Attach handle to vacuum
1.
locate the vacuum handle and remove the
screw packet taped to the handle. The screw
packet contains two screws of equal length.
2.
stand the vacuum upright and slide the
base of the handle firmly into the opening at
the top of the vacuum body.
3.
Check to be sure the handle is fitted to the
vacuum body. if there are any gaps between
the handle and the vacuum base, continue to
push the handle firmly into the base until the
handle is flush.
4.
insert the two screws from the screw packet
into the existing holes. Push each screw firmly
into the hole before beginning to secure the
screw with a Phillips head screwdriver. if the
handle is aligned properly on the vacuum base,
you should be able to push the screw almost
entirely into the hole until only the screw head
is visible. Tighten the screw with a Phillips head
screwdriver by rotating the screw clockwise.
Attach vacuum hose, clips & tools
1.
Attach the extension wand clip by inserting
the clip into the back of the vacuum base
and twisting clockwise. Mount the extension
wand (with crevice tool inside) on the back
of the vacuum.
2.
Attach the Twist ‘n snap™ hose by lining
up the tabs on the cuff with the corresponding
notches on the back of the vacuum. Twist the
Twist ‘n snap hose clockwise to lock the hose
into place.
3.
slide the end of the hose wand into the
hose wand base, and fold the hose over the
upper hose wrap.
notE: the powerfoot will not suction properly
unless the hose wand is firmly attached.
4.
slide the dusting brush into the opening
below the upper hose wrap.
5.
The Turbobrush®/Turboeraser® pet tool
(on select models) secures to the back of
the handle in the mount above the upper
hose wrap.
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WARnInG
Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters
or without all filters in place first.
cAUtIon
Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dirt
tank is in the locked position and that both filters
(pre-motor and post-motor) are in place. Do not
operate your vacuum without these filters.
Operations
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4.
» Hair, string and small objects can block the
vacuum hose or tools. Check them occasionally
for obstructions.
» Before cleaning under low furniture, check area
first for objects that might harm the unit or block
the vacuum hose.
Tips
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Carry Handle
