Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum User Manual

June 14, 2024
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My Model is: _____
USER MANUAL REPLACEMENT PARTS
• FILTER: F114

SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum

961152046 R0 10/16
®2016 Techtronic Floor Care Technology Limited.
All Rights Reserved. Distributed by Royal Appliance Mfg. Co.
Glenwillow, Oh 44139
HI. WELCOME.
Congrats on purchasing your new Dirt Devil Power Express Lite. Inside, you’ll find everything you want to know from the tools to how to. So what are you waiting for? LET’S GO.™
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Warranty Registration
Be sure to register your product online at www.DirtDevil.com or call 1-800-321-1134 to register by phone.
Hint: Attach your sales receipt to this Owner’s manual. Verification of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your Dirt Devil® product.
For quick reference, please record your product information below.
Model #:
Mfg. Code:
(Mfg. code located on the back or bottom of product)
Find GENUINE Replacement Parts at www.dirtdevil.com
This product uses the following parts:
FILTER F114
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. IF USED COMMERICALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always befollowed, including the following:

  • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

  • ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

  • DO NOT LEAVE CLEANER UNATTENDED.
    WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

  • Fully assemble before operating.

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

  • 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 supervision is necessary when used 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 manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommendedattachments.

  • 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, return it to a service center for inspection. Call 1-800-321-1134 for the nearest service center.

  • Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner 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 appliance with wet hands.

  • Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

  • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings andmoving parts.

  • 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.

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

  • Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting motorized nozzle.

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

  • Store the product indoors. Put the product away after use to prevent tripping accidents.

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

  • WARNING: this product contains chemicals, known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.

  • Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative.

  • Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 change the plug in any way.

  • Please read these instructions carefully before using your product.
  • Let us help you put your product together, order parts and accessories or answer any questions.
  • Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store.

WARNING: Product assembly may include small parts. Small parts can present a choking hazard.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury, turn power switch off before cleaning or servicing.

Use as a stick vac

Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum -
StickSURROUND HANDLE TUBE WITH THE TWO HANDLE GRIP PIECES AND PRESS TOGETHER UNTIL YOU HEAR A CLICK. BE SURE THE TUBE IS BETWEEN THE HANDLES BEFORE THEY ARE CLICKED TOGETHER.
INSERT HANDLE TUBE INTO HAND VAC.Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick
Vacuum - Stick 1ATTACH FLOOR NOZZLE TO UNIT.
WHEN FINISHED, WRAP CORD AROUND HOOKS FORCONVENIENT STORAGE.
ATTACH THE PLUG END TO THE CORD.

How to use

Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum -
UseEmpty and clean the unit and filter after each use or after large pickups when the unit becomes full.

  1. TO USE: SLIDE THE POWER SWITCH TO THE ON POSITION FOR STRAIGHT SUCTION, IDEAL FOR HARD FLOORS. SLIDE TO THE NEXT POSITION FOR THE BRUSH ROLL ON MODE, IDEAL FOR CARPET CLEANING.
  2. TO TURN UNIT OFF: SLIDE THE POWER SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION.

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.
NOTE: Filter is rinseable with water. Do not use soap/detergent. Let filter air dry for 24 hours or until completely dry.
LUBRICATION The motor is equipped with bearings which contains sufficient lubrication for its lifetime. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor.
For replacement filter F 114 visit dirtdevil.com or call us at 800-321-1134.Dirt Devil
SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum - Stick 2

  1. SLIDE RELEASE BUTTON BACK THEN REMOVE HANDLE FROM UNIT.
  2. RELEASE NOZZLE BY PRESSING THE TAB ON THE BACK OF NOZZLE AND PULL UNITS APART.

CAUTION
Not to be used for grooming a pet.

Hand vac attachments

Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum - Use
1

  1. UNPLUG BEFORE CONNECTING THE PET TOOL. ATTACH PET TOOL BY INSERTING INTO NOZZLE OPENING. TO REMOVE, PULL APART GENTLY.
  2. TO STORE PET TOOL, SNAP ONTO HANDLE TUBE.

*Pet tool not included with all models.

Filter removal and replacement

Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum - Use
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  1. DEPRESS THE DIRT CUP RELEASE BUTTON WHERE IT SAYS FILTER.

  2. HOLD DIRT CUP OVER A WASTEBASKET.
    GRASP FILTER AND GENTLY PULL OUT FILTER BASKET.Dirt Devil SD22020 Power
Express Lite Stick Vacuum - Use 3

  3. SHAKE DIRT AND DEBRIS OUT OF DIRT CUP.

  4. REMOVE THE FILTER FROM THE FILTER BASKET.
    BRUSH THE DUST AND DIRT OFF THE FILTER, OR SHAKE THE FILTER INSIDE OF THE WASTEBASKET.

For replacement filter F 114 visit dirtdevil.com or call us at 800-321-1134.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury, turn power switch off before cleaning or servicing.

Clean and rinse filter

Dirt Devil SD22020 Power Express Lite Stick Vacuum -
Filter

  1. HOLD FILTER UNDER RUNNING WATER TO RINSE. DO NOT USE SOAP/DETERGENT. ALLOW FILTER TO COMPLETELY DRY FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS BEFORE REPLACING IN DIRT CUP.
  2. PUT FILTER BACK INTO THE FILTER BASKET AND PUT FILTER BASKET BACK INTO DIRT CUP
  3. TO REATTACH DIRT CUP: ALIGN BOTTOM FIRST AND PIVOT DIRT CUP UNTIL IT SNAPS INTO PLACE.

Troubleshooting

Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury –
Turn power switch off before cleaning or servicing.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Cleaner won’t run 1. Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet.
2. Needs service. 1. Plug unit in firmly.

2. Call Customer Service: 1-800-3211134.
Cleaner won’t pick up or low suction| 1. Dirt cup not installed correctly.
2. Dirt cup full.
3. Clogged filter.
4. Dirt inlet tube clogged.| 1. Review dirt cup removal and replacement.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Remove filter and clean.
4. Remove nozzle; remove obstruction.
Dust escaping from cleaner| 1. Dirt cup full.
2. Dirt cup not installed correctly.
3. Filter not installed correctly.
4. Filter is dirty.| 1. Empty dirt cup.
2. Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
3. Review filter removal & replacement.
4. Clean filter or replace.
Cleaner tools won’t pick-up| 1. Crevice tool clogged.
2. Dirt cup is full.
3. Filter clogged.| 1. Remove crevice tool; remove obstruction.
2. Empty dirt cup.
3. Clean filter.
Brushroll will not turn| 1. Brushroll may have an obstruction.
2. Motor protection device tripped.
3. Broken belt.
4. Internal component damage.| 1. Make sure unit is turned off and unplugged. Remove nozzle by pressing the nozzle release button and pulling the nozzle in a downward motion. Remove any debris clogged in the nozzle airpath.
Reassemble nozzle to the product.
2. Turn product to off position, product will reset in approximately 30 minutes
3. Call for service: 1-800-321-1134
4. Call for service: 1-800-321-1134

ANY OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
CUSTOMER SERVICE (1-800-321-1134)
In the event that further assistance is required, see your Yellow Pages for an authorized Royal® Dealer or visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com. Costs of any transportation to and from any place of repair are to be paid by the owner. The service parts used in this unit are easily replaced and readily available from an authorized Royal® Dealer or retailer. Always identify your cleaner by the model number and manufac- turing code when requesting information or ordering replacement parts. (The model number appears on the bottom of the cleaner.)

Limited warranty

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner’s Manual, your Dirt Devil® product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship. During the Warranty Period, We will provide labor and parts, at no cost to you, to correct any such defect in products purchased in the United States, U.S. Military Exchanges and Canada.
HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM
If this product is not as warranted, take or send the product to a Dirt Devil® Authorized Warranty Service Dealer along with proof of purchase. For an automated referral to authorized service outlets in the U.S.A., phone: 1-800-321-1134 OR visit Dirt Devil ® online at www.DirtDevil.com.
For additional assistance or information concerning this Warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets, phone the Dirt Devil® Consumer Response Center, Phone 1-800-321-1134, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm EST.
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), brushroll, belt, bags, filters, improper maintenance of the product, damage due to misuse, acts of God, nature, vandalism or other acts beyond the control of Royal Appliance Mfg. Co. (“Royal”, “we”), owner’s acts or omissions, use outside the country in which the product was initially purchased and resales of the product by the original owner. This warranty does not cover pick up, delivery, transportation or house calls.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside the United States, including its territories and possessions, outside a U.S. Military Exchange and outside of Canada. This warranty does not cover products purchased from a party that is not an authorized retailer, dealer, or distributor of Royal products.
OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS
This Warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned. This Warranty shall be governed and construed under the laws of the state of Ohio. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement or repair performed under this Warranty.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED BY ROYAL. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL ROYAL 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. Some states do not allow the exclusion of consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have others that vary from state to state.

NEED HELP?
Go to dirtdevil.com/support or contact our Customer Service
Department at 800-321-1134
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