Dirt Devil UD20120 Endura Lite Bagless Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

Dirt Devil UD20120 Endura Lite Bugless Vacuum Cleaner

MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When you use an appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• BRING VACUUM CLEANER TO UPRIGHT POSITION WHEN USING THE HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS.
• DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM CLEANER UNATTENDED WHEN PLUGGED IN.
• REGULARLY CHECK THE FILTER TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.
• WARNING: FULLY ASSEMBLE CLEANER BEFORE OPERATING.
• WARNING: DO NOT USE SHARP OBJECTS TO CLEAN OUT THE HOSE SINCE THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE.
• OCCASIONALLY REMOVE BRUSH AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM END CAPS TO KEEP BRUSH ROTATING SMOOTHLY.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Fully assemble product prior to use.

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

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Electrical shock could occur.

• 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 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 manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments and products.

• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If product or charger 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 appliance 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 objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
  hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

• Do not use sharp objects to clean out hose as they can cause damage.

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

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

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

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all label and marking instructions.

• 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 sanding’s, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Only the hand-held vacuum cleaners may be set on furniture.

• Vacuum cleaner must be in the upright position to lift the rotating brush off the carpet when
  doing above floor cleaning.

• Brush roll continues to turn while product is turned on and 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.

• Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner.

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

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

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.

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.

NOTICE

AN INTERNAL 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:

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 and bag inlet openings for any obstructions. Clear obstructions if present.
4. When cleaner is unplugged 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.

QUICK START

ATTACH FIXED HANDLE*

1. REMOVE DIRT CUP FROM

2. BODY OF CLEANER.

3. INSERT SCREW THROUGH HOLE (LOCATED UNDER TOOL CADDY) ON BACK OF CLEANER ( Diagram 3 ).

PLACE BOLT ONTO END OF SCREW COMING THROUGH BACK PANEL AND TIGHTEN TO SECURE HANDLE ( Diagram 4 ).

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

SECURE BACK HOSE: Wrap hose around back of hose caddy. Push hose wand down into the right side of cleaner.

TOOL STORAGE: Attach crevice tool and dust brush to tool caddy.

INSTALL DIRT CUP: Replace dirt cup by tilting back until it snaps into place.

CORD RELEASE: Turn quick cord release for easy cord removal. To Use: Plug into electrical outlet. For convenient storage: Wrap cord on cord hooks. Attach the plug end to the cord.

HANDLE RELEASE: Pull back handle to tilt back. Press on the front of nozzle if needed.

ON/OFF PEDAL: Plug cord into electrical outlet. Turn cleaner on by depressing foot pedal located on the back left side of the cleaner.

FLOOR/CARPET CLEANING: Move the handle and adjust it to the \desired position for (A) operating the cleaner, and (B) lowering handle to clean under furniture.

OPERATE

CARRY HANDLE: Use the carry handle to move the cleaner from room to room.

DIRT CUP & FILTER: REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS, UNPLUG BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING FILTER.

1. EMPTY DIRT CUP: Press dirt cup release button on top of dirt cup to remove dirt cup.
   

2. Hold dirt cup over garbage can and press dirt cup bottom release button to empty.
   
   NOTE: For best performance, replace filter every 6 months. Please use reminder label located on filter cap to record replacement date.

3. Make sure container bottom center opening is clear of debris. Snap dirt cup bottom back into place after emptying.

4. REMOVE FILTER CARTRIDGE: Twist dirt cup assembly clockwise to access filter assembly.

5. REMOVE FOAM FILTER: Twist separator counter clockwise to access filter.

6. CLEAN PLEATED FILTER: Rinse filter under under running water. Allow to dry at last 24 hours before replacing in dirt cup.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE: Each time the dirt cup is emptied, the filter should be cleaned. Tap the filter firmly against the inside of a trash can until the dirt stops falling from the filter. (Filter will be discolored after use, this will not affect the filter’s performance.) The cleaning instructions may vary depending on the dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaning of the filter may be required.

Re-install filter assembly by reversing steps 3-4 and return dirt cup to cleaner.

BELT OR BRUSHROLL: REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts – Unplug before changing belt or brush roll.

TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

1. TO REMOVE BELT: Lay the cleaner flat and flip it to expose the nozzle base. The base should lay flat and face up. Remove the five (5) screws.

2. Pull and lift the nozzle guard off.

3. Lift and remove the brush roll. Dispose of the old belt.

4. TO REPLACE BELT OR BRUSHROLL: Slide belt onto motors haft.

5. Place new belt in area of brush roll without bristles

6. With new belt in place, pull and slide brush roll into nozzle making sure that the brush roll end caps are in the correct orientation (6a inset). Rotate brush roll manually to make sure belt is properly aligned.

7. Reattach nozzle guard.

8. Secure by aligning the three (3) tabs in the base slots.

9. Replace all five (5) screws to secure nozzle guard.

TOOL: HOSE AND TOOL USAGE

CAUTION

Do not lift unit from floor to use hose, loose items may become entangled in the rotating brush roll.

1. TO USE HOSE AND ATTACHMENTS:
   Remove the hose from hose caddy.

2. Choose any of the handy accessories or use the hose alone.

3. Simply push the attachment firmly onto the hose end. To remove tool, twist and pull apart gently.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a minor problem occurs, it usually can be solved quite easily when the cause is found by using the checklist below.
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.

PROBLEM

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POSSIBLE REASON

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POSSIBLE SOLUTION

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Cleaner won’t run

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1. Power cord not firmly
   plugged into outlet.

2. Blown fuse or tripped breaker.

3. Needs service.

4. Thermal Protector activated.

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1. Plug unit in firmly.

2. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace fuse/
   reset breaker.

3. Call Customer Service: 1-800-321-1134.

4. Allow cleaner to cool for 30 min

Cleaner won’t pick up or low suction

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1. Dirt cup not installed
   correctly.

2. Dirt cup full.

3. Brush roll worn

4. Broken or worn belt.

5. Clogged filter.

6. Nozzle/brush roll clogged.

7. Hose clogged

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1. Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
2. Empty dirt cup
3. Replace brushroll.
4. Replace belt.
5. Remove filter and clean.
6. Check nozzle/brush roll; remove obstruction/ clog.
7. Remove hose and tools; remove obstruction.

Dust escaping from cleaner|

1. Dirt cup full
2. Dirt cup not installed correctly.
3. Hose not installed correctly.
4. Filter not installed completely.

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1. Empty dirt cup
2. Review dirt cup removal & replacement.
3. Review hose installation.
4. Review filter removal & replacement.

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DIRT DEVIL® PRODUCT

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (DOMESTIC USE)
If this product is not as warranted, contact TTI Floor Care North America Customer Service at 1-800-321-1134. Please have available the proof of purchase and model number for the warranted product.

WHAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY COVERS:

This limited warranty provided by Royal Appliance Mfg. Co., doing business as TTI Floor Care North America (referred to hereafter as “Warrantor”) applies only to products purchased in the U.S. (including its territories and possessions), a U.S. Military Exchange, or Canada. When used and maintained in normal household use and in accordance with the Owner’s Guide, this product is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for ONE year from the date of original purchase (the “Warranty Period”). If Warrantor 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 (i) repair your product; (ii) ship you a replacement product, subject to availability; or (iii) in the event that the applicable parts or replacement are not reasonably available, ship you a similar product of equal or greater value. In the unlikely event that we are unable to repair your product or ship a replacement or similar product, we reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to issue you a refund or store credit (if applicable) of the actual purchase price at the time of the original purchase as reflected on the original sales receipt. Parts and replacements may be new, refurbished, lightly used, or remanufactured, in Warrantor’s sole discretion.

WHO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY COVERS:

This limited warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser, with original proof of purchase from Warrantor or an authorized dealer of Warrantor products, in the U.S., U.S. Military Exchanges, and Canada.

WHAT THIS LIMITED 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 Warrantor or a Warrantor authorized service provider (if applicable), or other acts beyond the control of Warrantor. 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, or repairs made necessary by normal wear or the use of other products, parts, or accessories which are either incompatible with this product or adversely affect this product’s operation, performance, or durability. Normal wear items are not covered under this warranty. Depending on the product, normal wear items may include, but are not limited to, belts, filters, brush rolls, blower fans, blower and 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, parts, or products or by virtue of any repair performed under this warranty.

THIS LIMITED 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 WARRANTOR 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 PRODUCTSLIABILITY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF THIS WARRANTY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 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. Warrantor’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.

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.

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.

Customer support

NEED HELP?
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References

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