Shark NV581 Series Navigator Powered Lift-Away FAQs

Shark NV581 Series Navigator Powered Lift-Away FAQs

This article contains the FAQs Guide for the NV581 Series Shark Navigator® Powered Lift-Away®. This supports the following product SKUs NV580, NV581, NV581Q, NV581QBL, NV581QG, NV581QGD, NV581QPR, NV581QR, NV581QT, NV581QTG, NV583, NV585, and NV586.

FAQs

General questions:

Why is the Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum better than traditional vacuums?

The Shark Rotator Professional Lift-Away vacuum features 3 unique ways to vacuum in one! It offers the power of an upright, the convenience of a Lift- Away, and the ease of a canister. It delivers powerful cleaning on all surfaces, No Loss of Suction, is lightweight, and features enhanced swivel steering for the ultimate in maneuverability. Plus, it comes with an extra- large dust cup and our Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology that traps over 99.9% of dust and allergens inside the vacuum.Based on AS F1977 of particles between 0.3 and 0.5 microns.

What is Powered Lift-Away?

Extends the reach of the powered cleaning head to get all the way in, around, behind, and under every tough to reach area in your home! Imagine deep cleaning your entire house without ever moving a single piece of furniture.

What is the story and technology behind

Never Loses Suction is an advanced cyclonic technology that separates fine dirt from the air, preventing dirt from clogging the filters and keeping suction power strong over time. The Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum maintains its suction power so you never lose cleaning power.

What is Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology

If your vacuum is an unsealed HEPA vacuum, dirt and allergens that you vacuum up can escape back into the air that you breathe before they even reach the HEPA filter. With Shark Anti-Allergen Complete Seal Technology incorporated with the HEPA filter, the vacuum captures and holds over 99.9%** of dust and allergens inside the vacuum, so that it is not released back into the air you breathe.

**Based on AS F1977 of particles between 0.3 and 0.5 microns.

What is the Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away advantage?

Clean the entire house faster and better with the power of the new Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum! This premium Shark vacuum cleaner provides an exceptional cleaning performance. The only Shark vacuum with Powered Lift- Away technology, this upright goes where other vacuums can’t. The superior suction power and non-stop motorized roller brush help deep clean under beds, T.V. consoles, and other low profile furniture.

What is TruePet Technology?

TruePet technology gives you a motorized brush in the palm of your hand. It picks up pet hair, loose debris, and powerfully deep cleans surfaces.

General questions about using the vacuum:

How do I assemble my vacuum?

Place the floor nozzle on the floor and insert the wand.

Insert the handle into the wand.

Slide the POD onto the wand.

Attach the hose to the back of the pod.

Insert the Dusting Genie and the Pet MultiTool into the accessory clips as shown.

How do I begin cleaning floors?

The Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum has three powerful settings for cleaning. For Bare floors and accessories: Simply press the power button on the handle to turn on the suction. Then slide the surface selector to “Hard Floor” Tilt the handle back while you gently step on the floor nozzle. Note that the brush roll will not spin in this mode. For carpets there are two settings: Slide the surface selector to ‘Carpet/Low Pile’ for the best setting for low pile and normal carpet types. High suction with motorized brush roll. This is the default carpet setting. The ‘Thick Carpet/Area Rug’ setting is the best setting for High Pile and Thick Carpets, Area Rugs, and Specialty Carpets if the vacuum is difficult to push or pull due to high suction. This setting produces reduced suction with motorized brush roll. While the power is on, tilt the handle back while you gently step on the floor nozzle in order to start the brush roll spinning. The brush roll indicator light underneath the button will illuminate when the button is engaged.

NOTE: For deep cleaning per AS F608 (embedded dirt in carpets) please set to Carpet/low pile.

How do I clean above floors with or without accessories?

Press the handle release button on the frontside of the handle with one hand. Gently pull up with the other hand to remove the handle from wand. Then, add desired accessory and begin cleaning.

How do I detach the pod for portable cleaning?

Remove cord from cord clip first, then press the wand release button located near the top of the canister behind the wand, gently pull up on the top handle to remove wand, add desired accessory to end of wand and begin cleaning. To replace, simply guide it behind the canister and press down until you hear an audible click.

General questions about maintenance:

How do I clean the filters and how often?

Pre-Motor Foam and Felt Filter: Under normal usage, rinse and let air dry completely (for 24 hours) every 3 months.
Remove the dust cup and pull the donut-shaped filter assembly out from the top of the motor housing. Slide the foam filter off the assembly and remove the felt filter from just below the assembly. The felt filter comes with a small ribbon pull tab to make it easier to remove. Rinse the filters thoroughly in lukewarm water until the water runs clear. Squeeze out excess water and let air-dry completely for at least 24 hours before replacing. Do not place filters in the dishwasher or washing machine. To replace back in the vacuum once dry, put the felt filter in first, then add the foam filter.
Post-Motor HEPA filter: Under normal usage, rinse and air-dry once every 12 months or as needed.
Remove the filter cover from the front of the vacuum by pulling open to one side. Remove the HEPA filter cartridge and rinse under lukewarm water with the dirty side face down until the water runs clear. Allow the filter to air dry completely for 24 hours. Once the HEPA filter is dry, replace it back into the vacuum, and then replace the cover by lining up the tabs on one side and swinging the door securely closed until it clicks into place.
For optimal performance, it is recommended to clean filters regularly. Between washings, your filter can be tapped clean to remove any excess dust and other particles into the trash.

How do I empty the dust cup and how often?

Pinch the dust cup release latches on the rear top of the dust cup handle and lift the dust cup up and away from the vacuum body.
Hold the dust cup over the trash and press the bottom door release button on the front of the unit. Tap gently to empty contents. Press the door shut again until it clicks. If needed, turn the dust cup upside down over the trash and press the top door release button. Tap gently to remove contents or wipe clean with a soft cloth.
For optimal performance, empty the dust cup when the dirt reaches the MAX FILL line.

How do I maintain the brushroll?

Remove the floor nozzle from the vacuum.
Using a coin, turn the locking screws to the unlock position and pull up to expose the airway. Remove any obstructions, close and relock.

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

Product Specifications:

Where is the product made?

Our products are manufactured by our high-quality vacuum manufacturing partners in China.

What is the weight of the vacuum?

15.6 lbs

What are the dimensions of the vacuum?

13″ L x 12″ W x 46″ H

What is the dirt capacity of the dust cup?

3.3 dry quarts

What is the length of the cord?

The cord is 30 feet long.

What is the Voltage?

120 Volts

What is the Wattage?

1140 Watts

What is the Amperage?

9.5 Amps

What is the vacuum made of?

The Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum is produced with a combination of durable ABS and PP plastics, along with some metal and rubber components.

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