Euro Pro Vacuum Cleaner HV118 User Manual

Mini Canister with Caddy  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model HV118  
120V., 60Hz., 8.33 Amps  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
U.S.A.: 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16  
Plattsburgh, NY 12901  
Canada: 4400 Bois Franc  
St. Laurent, Qc H4S 1A7  
Tel: 1 866 98SHARK (74275)  
 
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using your Mini Canister vacuum, basic safety precautions should always  
be observed, including the following:  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE REASON  
POSSIBLE SOLUTION  
1.  
2.  
Plug unit in firmly.  
Check fuse or breaker. Replace  
fuse/reset breaker.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,  
electrical shock, or injury:  
1.  
Power cord not firmly plugged into  
outlet.  
12. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects  
such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.  
13. Do not use without all filters in place.  
14. Turn off all controls before plugging or  
unplugging vacuum cleaner.  
15. Use extra care when vacuuming on  
stairs.  
16. Do not pick up flammable or  
combustible materials (lighter fluid,  
gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the  
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.  
17. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine  
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).  
18. Do not use in an enclosed space filled  
with vapors given off by oil based  
paints, paint thinner, moth proofing  
substances, flammable dust, or other  
explosive or toxic vapors.  
19. Always unplug this appliance before  
connecting or disconnecting vacuum  
hose.  
20. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.  
21. Do not use for any purpose other than  
described in this user’s guide.  
22. Use only extension cords UL-rated or  
cUL at 15 amperes. extension cords  
rated for less amperage may overheat.  
Care should be taken to arrange the  
cord so that the cord cannot be pulled  
or tripped over.  
VACUUM WILL  
NOT OPERATE  
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended  
when it is plugged in. Unplug from  
outlet when not in use and before cleaning  
or servicing.  
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock – do  
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.  
3. Do not allow children to use as a toy.  
Close attention is necessary when used  
by or near children.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
No power in wall outlet.  
Needs servicing.  
Thermostat has tripped.  
3.  
4.  
Call 1-800-798-7398.  
Turn the unit off and unplug from  
outlet. Allow unit to cool down,  
then restart.  
1.  
2.  
Empty and clean dust cup.  
Turn unit off and unplug from  
wall outlet. Remove Dust Cup  
Filter and check for object(s) in  
air duct and remove.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Dust cup is full.  
Unit clogged.  
Dust Cup Filter needs cleaning or  
replacing.  
VACUUM WILL  
NOT PICK-UP OR  
SUCTION POWER  
IS WEAK  
3.  
4.  
Clean or replace Dust Cup  
Filter.  
Turn unit off and unplug from  
wall outlet. Check for objects in  
deluxe hose/extension tube.  
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use  
only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments.  
4.  
Flexible Hose/Extension Tubes  
clogged  
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do  
not use vacuum cleaner if it has been  
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or  
dropped into water. Return appliance to  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC. for  
examination, repair or adjustment.  
6. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not 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.  
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To  
unplug, grasp the plug, not the power  
cord.  
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner  
with wet hands. Do not use outdoors or  
on wet surfaces.  
9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do  
not use with any opening blocked and  
do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings  
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that  
may reduce airflow.  
1.  
2.  
Dust cup full.  
Rotating brush or elbow  
obstructed.  
Belt broken.  
Hose obstructed.  
Dust cup filter clogged.  
TURBO BRUSH  
DOES NOT  
ROTATE OR  
ROTATES  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Empty and clean dust cup.  
Clear obstructions.  
Call 1-800-798-7398.  
Clear obstruction.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
SLOWLY  
Clean or replace dust cup filter.  
1.  
2.  
Dust cup is full.  
Dust Cup Filter is not installed  
correctly.  
There is a puncture/hole in Dust  
Cup Filter.  
1.  
2.  
Empty and clean dust cup.  
Review Dust Cup Filter  
instructions.  
DUST ESCAPING  
FROM VACUUM  
3.  
3.  
1.  
Replace Dust cup filter.  
Remove hose and/or brushes.  
Remove obstruction from hose  
and /or brush.  
VACUUM, HOSE  
OR BRUSHES  
WILL NOT PICK-UP  
1.  
2.  
Hose clogged.  
Dust cup is full.  
2.  
Empty and clean dust cup.  
23. Store your appliance indoors in a cool,  
dry area.  
24. Keep your work area well lit.  
25. Do not immerse the mini canister into  
water or other liquids.  
26. Keep end of hose, wands and other  
openings away from your face and  
body.  
FOR REPLACEMENT FILTER INFORMATION  
for Model HV118  
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all  
parts of body away from openings and  
moving parts.  
Call:  
1 (866) 98SHARK (74275)  
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time  
Or visit our website:  
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts,  
matches or any hot, smoking, or burning  
objects.  
For Technical Support  
for Model HV118  
1 (800) 798-7398  
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Call:  
For Household Use Only  
Please Note:  
The HEPA Dust Cup Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced every six (6)  
months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.  
The Exhaust Filter is washable. It should however be replaced every three (3) months  
to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.  
WARNING: 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  
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.  
Important:  
Make sure that ALL filters are completely dry (air dry only for 24 hours) before re-  
installing back in the mini canister vacuum.  
Rev. 12/03A  
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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
CAUTION: The suction hole must be  
5. Vigorously “TapClean”  
the HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter on a hard  
Important: If the suction opening in the unit, the hose or the extension tubes  
become blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking  
substance before you start the unit again.  
open, free of any obstructions at all  
times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat  
and could become damaged.  
surface until no more  
dust is observed  
falling out from  
Intelli-Sense Filter MonitorTM  
When the Intelli-Sense Filter MonitorTM  
lights up, it means that the dust cup is full  
or filter needs cleaning. You must empty  
the dust from the dust cup and clean the  
HEPA dust cup filter right away.  
5. When pulling out the power plug  
from the wall outlet, pull the plug  
not the power cord.  
1. Do not operate the vacuum  
cleaner to close too heaters,  
or radiators.  
between the pleats of  
the filter.  
6. “TapClean” the Debris  
Screen or rinse under  
a faucet until clean.  
Remember that the  
Changing & Cleaning the Exhaust  
Filter  
The exhaust filter is a washable filter but  
should be replaced every three (3)  
months depending on usage.  
1. Remove the exhaust filter cover from  
the rear of the unit.  
2. Rinse the exhaust filter in  
lukewarm water and dry the  
filter completely. Do not use  
a washing machine to rinse  
the filter. Do not use a  
Debris Screen must be  
completely air dried for  
24 hours before  
Debris  
reinstalling in the vacuum.  
Screen  
7. To re-assemble the HEPA filter  
assembly, first insert the HEPA  
filter onto the dust cup cover  
6. Do not pick up anything that is  
burning or smoking such as  
making sure to push it all the way  
in. Then insert the debris screen  
again making sure that it is pushed  
all the way up against the dust cup  
cover.  
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.  
2. Before inserting the power plug  
into the wall outlet, make sure that  
your hands are dry.  
7. Do not use without dust cup filter or  
exhaust filter in place.  
hair dryer to dry it. Air dry  
8. When replacing the dust cup cover  
with the HEPA filter assembly  
into the dust cup, make sure that  
the tab on the  
ONLY for 24 hours. Never  
operate the vacuum without  
the exhaust filter in place.  
8. Before you start vacuuming,  
make sure to remove large or  
sharp objects that might  
3. When the filter is dry, replace  
into the unit and replace the exhaust  
filter cover over it.  
4. A severely soiled or clogged filter  
should be thoroughly washed with  
fresh tepid water. A mild detergent  
can be used if required.  
dust cup cover  
damage the vacuum.  
is fully aligned  
with the tab  
3. Do not vacuum any liquids.  
indentation on  
the dust cup  
4. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,  
feet and all parts of body away from  
openings.  
handle otherwise  
the seal will not  
be complete  
and the unit will not  
function properly.  
Motor Thermostat  
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 filter.  
• 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.  
PLEASE NOTE: The white pleated  
filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter will discolor over time -This is  
NORMAL and will NOT affect the  
performance of the filter. If the HEPA  
Dust Cup Filter is  
properly "TapCleaned”  
after each use and  
suction does not  
return to 100%, then  
we suggest that the  
HEPA filter be  
“TapCleaned”  
vigorously until no  
more dust can be  
Fig. A  
Wash once a  
month or when  
suction appears  
reduced.  
Warning: Allow 24  
hours for drying  
before replacing in  
unit.  
removed, then rinsed under the faucet  
and allowed to air dry for 24 hours  
before refitting into the vacuum. (Fig.  
A) Wash once a month or when  
suction appears reduced.  
• If the vacuum still does not start,  
contact customer service at  
1 (800) 798-7398.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MINI CANISTER VACUUM  
IMPORTANT: In order to ensure that  
IMPORTANT, Please Note : The  
“TapClean” Rinseable HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter & Debris Screen will stop most of  
the tiniest dust particles from re-entering  
the air you breathe. In fact it stops  
99.97% of all particles as small as 0.3  
microns - many times smaller than a  
human hair!!! Because of this incredible  
filtration performance, the HEPA Dust  
Cup Filter will quickly accumulate, inside  
the white filter folds, many fine dust  
particles that are difficult to see but which  
will eventually block or reduce your  
suction power - if not cleaned properly.  
Clean the HEPA Filter and Debris Screen  
after each use as described in this  
section.  
maximum air suction is maintained,  
empty the dust cup frequently and shake  
out the HEPA filter and Debris Screen at  
the same time. Ensure that the rotating  
brush is kept free of hair and string which  
may accumulate and decrease brush  
performance.  
Cleaning Air Driven Turbo Brush  
Locking Latch  
Tilt  
Upwards  
Turbine  
1. To open the Dust Cup (container),  
push the dust cup release button  
and pull out the Dust Cup  
(container ).  
From time to time, the turbine of your  
turbo brush will require cleaning. To do  
this:  
1. Remove the turbo brush from the hose  
or telescopic extension tube.  
2. Slide locking latch forward then tilt the  
top housing of the brush upwards. The  
top housing is hinged and will tilt up  
approximately 45° only.  
3. There may be some dust, lint, hair, etc  
on the turbine wheel. Remove as much  
of this as possible.  
4. You may also use the unit’s hose with  
crevice tool attached and use the  
vacuum to remove any additional  
debris from the turbine.  
5. Ensure that the turbine wheel moves  
freely by rotating it with your finger. If  
the turbine does not rotate, call  
Customer Service for help.  
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2. Press the dust  
cup trap door  
release button  
to empty the  
dirt into a  
trash can.  
3. To remove the  
HEPA filter from  
the dust cup  
6. Once clean, close the top cover of the  
turbo brush and slide the locking latch  
toward the rear of the brush to lock.  
container hold the dust  
cup in one hand and  
insert one finger of  
your other hand into  
the inlet hole on  
the dust cup cover  
and pull it up.  
1. On/Off Power Switch  
2. Hose Release Button  
3. Dust Cup Release Button  
4. Dust Cup (Container)  
5. Caddy  
11. Dust Cup Handle  
12. Flexible Hose  
13. Floor Brush  
14. Deluxe Brush With Removable  
Bristles  
15. Extension Tubes (x3)  
16. Crevice Tool  
17. HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
18. Debris Screen  
19. Air Driven Turbo Brush  
20. Shoulder Strap  
Cleaning & Changing the HEPA  
Dust Cup Filter  
WARNING: Always unplug the unit from  
electrical outlet before opening the Dust  
Cup (container).  
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the HEPA  
dust cup filter without the debris screen in  
place.  
6. Exhaust Filter Cover  
7. Main Unit  
8. Intelli-Sense Filter MonitorTM  
9. Shoulder Strap Attachment Points  
10.Dust Cup Trap Door Release  
Button  
4. When the HEPA Filter  
assembly is removed  
from the dust cup, pull  
off the debris screen  
first. Then to remove  
the HEPA Filter from  
the Dust Cup Cover,  
hold the HEPA filter  
with one hand and  
with the other hand  
pull the dust cup cover  
up.  
WARNING: After each Use - Always  
remove the Filter Debris Screen from the  
HEPA Dust Cup Filter, then vigorously  
TapClean” HEPA Filter until no more  
dust can be removed.  
Illustrations may differ from actual product.  
Technical Specifications  
Voltage:  
Power:  
120V., 60Hz.  
8.33 Amps  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Warning: Always unplug from electrical  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap  
The Mini Canister Vacuum may be  
used with the shoulder strap with or  
without the caddy. To attach the  
shoulder strap to the unit, attach the  
hooks at the ends of the shoulder  
strap to the shoulder strap  
Using the Flexible Hose  
Using the Floor Brush  
outlet before opening the dust cup  
(container).  
To use the flexible hose with the Mini  
Canister Vacuum, push the end of  
the hose into the suction hole as  
shown below. The flexible hose may  
be used with the deluxe brush,  
crevice tool (see previous page),  
floor brush or the air driven turbo  
brush. To attach the flexible hose to  
the unit, insert the hose end into the  
suction hole making sure that the  
detent is on the top. This will lock the  
hose in place. To remove the hose,  
press the hoe release button and  
pull the hose out.  
1. Attach the flexible hose and the  
extension tubes to the vacuum.  
2. Attach the floor brush to the extension  
tube.  
3. You can use the floor brush with the  
vacuum either with the caddy or as a  
hand vacuum with the shoulder strap.  
4. To vacuum bare floors, press the floor-  
to-carpet lever on the floor brush down  
to lower the bristles.  
Note: HEPA dust cup filter must be used  
when operating the hand vacuum.  
Using The Unit As A Hand  
Vacuum  
attachment points on the top of the  
vacuum. See illustration below.  
1. To open the dust cup (container), push  
the dust cup release button and pull  
out the dust cup. Verify that the HEPA  
dust cup filter is inside, then re-attach  
the dust cup (container) to the hand  
vacuum.  
To vacuum carpets,  
press the floor-to-  
carpet lever up, to  
raise the bristles.  
The extension tubes can also be  
attached to the flexible hose to give  
you a longer reach or to help  
Very flat carpets can  
vacuum the floors with the floor  
brush. Just push the wider end of  
one of the tubes into the end of the  
flexible hose and then attach the  
other two tubes to each other. The  
floor brush fits to the end of the  
extension tubes.  
sometimes be vacuumed  
with the bristles down.  
Air Driven Turbo Brush  
The efficiency of your air driven  
turbo brush depends on the  
Bristle brush rotating at high  
speed. Strong air suction is  
needed to accomplish this.  
In order to ensure that  
2. You have the option of using the Mini  
Canister Vacuum as a hand held  
vacuum or as a canister. To remove  
the caddy from the main unit, press  
down on the locking lever and lift the  
unit up.  
Using the Crevice Tool  
The crevice tool that is provided with  
the Mini Canister Vacuum can be  
used either on the vacuum alone,  
with the hose or with the extension  
tubes. See illustration below.  
maximum air suction is maintained, please  
read the following instructions:  
1. Empty the dust cup frequently.  
2. Always shake out the dust cup filter  
when emptying the dust cup container.  
3. Ensure that the rotating brush is kept  
free of hair and string which may  
accumulate and decrease brush  
performance.  
Using the Deluxe Brush with  
Removable Bristles  
Note: The deluxe brush with  
removable bristles can be used with  
the hose or the extension tube.  
For vacuuming high, hard to reach  
places such as ceilings,  
4. Keep Air Driven Turbo Brush turbine  
free of dirt and foreign matter. (See  
page 6 for cleaning instructions.)  
Please note that the crevice tool will  
only go in the suction hole of the  
mini canister one way. See  
Using The Unit With Air Driven  
Turbo Brush  
illustration below. There is a detent  
on the top of the crevice tool that  
locks in place when inserted into the  
suction hole. To remove the crevice  
tool from the unit, press the hose  
release button to allow you to  
remove the accessory.  
To replace the Mini Canister back  
onto the caddy, slip the front part of  
the unit onto the front locking tab of  
the caddy (see below) and then lock  
the unit in place by pushing it down  
until the locking lever clicks in place.  
1. Slide the narrow end of the extension  
tube into the air driven turbo brush  
or the flexible hose.  
2. Slide the wide end of the assembled  
extension tube onto the round end  
of the deluxe hose.  
3. Slide the round side of the hose into  
the suction hole of the vacuum unit.  
4. You can use the mini canister with or  
without the shoulder strap.  
5. You can now proceed to vacuum  
your upholstery.  
curtains/drapes, etc., use the  
convertible brush with removable  
bristles as follows:  
1. Insert the convertible brush to the  
hose alone or with the extension  
tube attached to the hose.  
2. If you need a brush action, slide on  
the removable bristle brush onto the  
deluxe brush. (See illustration  
below.)  
Slide  
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