Dirt Devil UD70171 Full Size Upright Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

Dirt Devil UD70171 Full Size Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Product Information

The Full Size Upright Vacuum Cleaner is a household cleaning product that comes with a user manual and replacement parts. The model number of the vacuum cleaner is UD70171. It is important to read all instructions carefully before assembly and use. The product is not intended for commercial use, and if used commercially, the warranty will be void. The vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug to reduce the risk of electric shock, and it contains a thermal protector to protect it from overheating. The on-board toolkit includes an extension hose, extension wand, crevice tool, and dusting brush tool.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the Full Size Upright Vacuum Cleaner, fully assemble the product using a Phillips head screwdriver. Empty the dirt cup when it’s full, and assemble it from the front of the unit and slide the back panel down into place. Then slide the handle into the top. Insert the yellow knob into the back panel and rotate it to lock the handle in place. Use the Phillips-head screwdriver to drive the screw into the back panel to secure it to the base.

When using the vacuum cleaner, make sure to read all safety warnings and instructions before use. Unplug the vacuum before connecting the hose, wand, or tools. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs and always place the cleaner at the bottom of stairs or on the floor to avoid personal injury or damage. Do not place the cleaner on stairs or furniture as it may result in injury or damage. When using tools, always ensure the handle is in an upright position.

The on-board toolkit can be used for above-floor cleaning by attaching the extension hose at both ends on the back of the unit and routing it around the upper handle hose hook. Then place tools in on-board storage and wrap cord around cord hooks. When using the 2-IN-1 Combo Tool, press the lock button down and slide to switch between the crevice tool and dusting brush tool. The extension wand can be attached to the cleaning wand for longer reach on above and hard floor cleaning.

If the thermal protector activates, turn the cleaner off and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Empty the dirt cup and inspect the nozzle inlet, hose connector, hose, dirt cup inlet, cyclonic filter, and rinsable filter. When the cleaner is turned off and the motor cools for 30 minutes, the thermal protector will deactivate, and cleaning may continue. If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the above steps, your cleaner needs servicing. Do not return it to the store. Instead, contact customer service at 1-800-321-1134 prior to continuing use.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

WARNING: WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL PRODUCT, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

• Fully assemble product prior to use.

• Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on  data plate on bottom of cleaner.

• Do not leave product when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or servicing.

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 and under. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. To avoid injury or damage, keep children away from product, and do not allow children to place fingers or other objects into any openings.

• Use only as described in this users manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
  Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call customer service at 1-800-321-1134 prior to continuing use.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run product over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or product with wet hands. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
  of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air fl ow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Brush roll continues to rotate when in upright position.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or on floor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage.

• When using tools, always ensure handle is in upright position.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Unplug before connecting Turbo Tool.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not use without filters and/or dirt cup in place

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE:

• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product, as they may cause damage.
• Store appropriately indoors in a dry place. Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.
• With brush roll on, do not allow cleaner to sit in one location for an extended period of time, as damage to floor can result.
• Brush roll continues to turn while product is turned on and the handle is in the upright position. To avoid damage to carpet, rugs, and flooring, avoid tipping cleaner or setting it on furniture, fringed area rugs or carpeted stairs during tool use.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS PRODUCT 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 CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY.

NOTICE: A THERMAL PROTECTOR HAS BEEN DESIGNED INTO YOUR CLEANER TO PROTECT IT FROM OVERHEATING. WHEN THE THERMAL PROTECTOR ACTIVATES THE CLEANER WILL STOP RUNNING.

If this happens proceed as follows:

1. Turn cleaner OFF and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Inspect the nozzle inlet, hose connector, hose, dirt cup inlet, cyclonic filter and rinseable filter.
   When cleaner is turned off and motor cools for 30 minutes, the thermal protector will deactivate and cleaning may continue.

If the thermal protector continues to activate after following the above steps, your cleaner needs servicing.

DO NOT
RETURN TO STORE

Contact Dirt Devil® Support for assistance with your vacuum.

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ASSEMBLY

Fully assemble product prior to use.

1. Assemble from the front of the unit and slide the back panel down into place. Then slide the handle into the top. Insert the yellow knob into back panel and rotate to lock handle in place.
2. Using Phillips-head screwdriver, drive screw into back panel to secure to the base.
3. Position dirt cup and push back to lock into place.
4. Attach the extension hose at both ends on the back of the unit and route hose around the upper handle hose hook. Then place tools in on-board storage and wrap cord around cord hooks.
5. Plug power cord into an outlet and press ON/OFF pedal to turn on. Place foot on base and pull back to recline.

TOOLS

COMPLETE ON-BOARD TOOLKIT

When using the 2-IN-1 Combo Tool, Press the lock button down and slide to switch between Crevice Tool and Dusting Brush Tool.

EXTENSION WAND: Attach to cleaning wand for longer reach on above and hard floor cleaning.

TURBO TOOL®: For upholstered furniture, draperies, mattresses and stairs.

ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING

• CAUTION: Not to be used for grooming a pet.
• WARNING: Unplug vacuum before connecting hose, wand or tools.
• CAUTION: Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To avoid personal injury or damage, and to prevent the cleaner from falling, always place cleaner at bottom of stairs or on fl oor. Do not place cleaner on stairs or furniture, as it may result in injury or damage. When using tools, always ensure handle is in upright position.

Remove quick release hose for convenient above floor cleaning.

Attach extension wand and 2-in-1 tool for improved cleaning.
Accessories not included on all models.

HOW TO

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or filters in place.

This product contains no serviceable parts.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call customer service at 1-800-321-1134 prior to continuing use.

EMPTY THE DIRT CUP

1. Pump the dirt when it’s full.
2. Push the release button (A) then pull out the dirt cup.
3. Now ditch the dirt by pushing the lower button (B). Give it a wipe to remove dust.
4. Place back in bottom first. Push the top of the cup against the back panel and it’ll click into place.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or filters in place.

1. Remove the dirt cup. Twist the handle to remove the top from the dirt cup. Gently remove the fi lter from the the handle.
2. Tap clean into a trashcan.
3. All pieces are rinsable. Allow to dry 24 hours before using.
4. Next pull cyclonic assembly out of the dirt cup.
5. Use the Dusting Tool to clean the cyclonic assembly.*
6. When reassembling, ensure the cyclonic assembly is aligned and twist the lid into the locked position.

CLEAN THE EXHAUST FILTER

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or filters in place.

1. Push the tab on the front of the cover to pivot out.
2. Pull out the fi lter, rinse dirt from both sides, and let air dry for 24 hours before reinstalling or until dry.
3. Put the dry filter back. Now line up the filter cover with the bottom tabs first and then snap back into place.

CLEAN THE BRUSHROLL
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts – Unplug before servicing.

1. Turn your vacuum over. Use a Phillips screwdriver to take off the 6 screws. Remove the bottom plate.
2. Clean the brushroll.
3. Slide on belt with the lettering on the outside.

REPLACE THE BELT
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts – Unplug before servicing.

1. Turn your vacuum over.
   Use a Phillips screwdriver to take off the 6 screws. Remove the bottom plate.

2. Then take off that old belt. Slide on a new belt with the lettering on the outside.

3. Pull on belt to slip around the brushroll in area without bristles (A) and metal pin (B). Each end of the brushroll will fi t into pockets on each side of the nozzle (C). Put the plate back on and screw together.

LUBRICATION: The motor and brushroll are equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for their lifetime. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor or brushroll.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury – Unplug before servicing.

IF APPLIANCE IS NOT WORKING AS IT SHOULD, HAS BEEN DROPPED, DAMAGED, LEFT OUTDOORS, OR DROPPED INTO WATER, CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-321-1134 PRIOR TO CONTINUING USE. THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NO SERVICEABLE PARTS.

unit in firmly.
2. No voltage in wall plug.| 2. Check fuse or breaker in home.
3. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.| 3. Replace fuse/reset breaker in home.
4. Thermal Protector activated.| 4. Unplug and allow vacuum to cool for 30min. (This will reset the thermal protector)
Dust escaping from vacuum| 1. Dirt cup full.| 1. Empty dirt cup.
2. Dirt cup not installed correctly.| 2. Review Dirt Cup removal & replacement.
3. Hose not installed correctly.| 3. Review Hose installation.
4. Rinseable and / or Exhaust Filter not installed completely.| 4. Review Filter Removal and Cleaning.
Smoky/burning smell detected| 1. Belt broken or stretched.| 1. Replace brushroll belt.
2. Brushroll is clogged.| 2. Clear/remove debris from brushroll.
Vacuum tools won’t pick-up| 1. Hose clogged.| 1. Remove hose and tools; remove obstruction.
2. Dirt cup full.| 2. Empty dirt cup.
3. One or both filters are clogged.| 3. Remove both filters and clean.
4. Vacuum not picking up debris.| 4. Brushroll could be turned off or the belt could be broken.

WARRANTY

SERVICE INFORMATION & LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DIRT DEVIL® PRODUCTS / 1 (ONE) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

If this product is not as warranted, contact the Dirt Devil® Consumer Response Center at 1-800-321-1134. Please have available the proof of purchase and model number for the warranted product. Failure to register the product does not diminish product warranty rights.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This limited warranty provided by Royal Appliance Mfg. Co., doing business as TTI Floor Care North America (referred to hereafter as “Dirt Devil”) applies only to products purchased in the U.S. (including its territories and possessions), at a U.S. Military Exchange, or in Canada. When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner’s Guide, your Dirt Devil® product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for the number of years from the date of original purchase stated above (the “Warranty Period”). If Dirt Devil determines that the issue you are experiencing is covered under the terms of this warranty (a “covered warranty claim”), we will, at our sole discretion and free of charge (subject to the cost of shipping), either repair your product or ship you a replacement product, subject to availability. Parts and replacements may be new, refurbished, lightly used, or remanufactured, in Dirt Devil’s sole discretion. If parts and replacements are unavailable, we may, at our discretion, provide a similar product of equal or greater value, a store credit (if applicable), or a refund of the actual purchase price at the time of the original purchase, as reflected on the original sales receipt.

WHO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY COVERS: This limited warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser, with original proof of purchase from Dirt Devil or an authorized dealer of Dirt Devil products, in the U.S., U.S. Military Exchanges, and Canada.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: This warranty does not cover use of the product in a commercial operation (such as maid, janitorial, and equipment rental services, or any other income-generating activity); improper maintenance of the product; the product if it has been subject to misuse, negligence, neglect, vandalism, or the use of voltages other than that on the data plate of this product. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from an act of God, accident, owner’s acts or omissions, service of this product by other than Dirt Devil or a Dirt Devil authorized service provider (if applicable), or other acts beyond the control of Dirt Devil. This warranty also does not cover use outside the country in which the product was initially purchased, or resale of the product by the original owner. Pick-up, delivery, transportation, and house calls are not covered by this warranty. In addition, this warranty does not cover any product that has been altered or modified; repairs made necessary by normal wear; or the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the Dirt Devil product or adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability. Normal wear items that are not covered under this warranty include, but are not limited to, belts, filters, brush rolls, vacuum tubes, and vacuum bags and straps.

OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS: This warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned; any assignment made in contravention of this prohibition is void. This warranty shall be governed and construed under the laws of the state of North Carolina. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement of batteries or parts or repair performed under this warranty.

THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY, AND ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL DIRT DEVIL BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE TO OWNER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH OWNER, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR STRICT PRODUCTS LIABILITY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NO WARRANTIES THAT ARISE BY OPERATION OF LAW, IF APPLICABLE, SHALL EXCEED THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. Dirt Devil’s liability  for damages to you for any costs whatsoever arising out of this statement of limited warranty shall be limited to the amount paid for this product at the time of original purchase and Dirt Devil shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product. Both the disclaimer and the limitations of liability set forth above shall apply even in the event that this limited warranty fails of its essential purpose.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, disclaimers of implied warranties, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties, so the above exclusions, disclaimers, and/or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

References

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