Dirt Devil SD40190 ExpressLite Canister Vacuum OWNER’S MANUAL

Dirt Devil SD40190 ExpressLite Canister Vacuum

Find GENUINE Replacement Parts at: www.dirtdevil.com

This product uses the following parts: FILTER TYPE/TYPE DE FILTRE

Warning:

• Please read all safety warnings and instructions carefully before using this product.
• THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.
• This product contains no serviceable parts.
• Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL 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 the product before use.
• Operate the cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on bottom of cleaner.
• 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.
• 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 user’s manual. Use only Dirt Devil® recommended attachments. (See page 15 for attachment and accessory compatibility).
• Do not use product with damaged cord or plug. If product 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 a 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 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 and moving 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.
• The Hose contains electrical wires. Avoid picking up sharp objects. If Hose appears damaged, cut, punctured, or wires are exposed, unplug unit and discontinue use. Do not attempt to repair damaged Hose. Call customer service at 1-800-321-1134.
• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting either Hose or motorized Nozzle.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without Dirt Cup and / or Filters in place.
• Put product away after use to prevent tripping accidents.

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.
• Do not allow Power Nozzle with brush roll running to sit in one location for an extended period of time, as damage to floor can result.

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.

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:

1. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect 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 may need servicing.

FEATURES

FRONT VIEW

1. Floor Nozzle
2. Floor Nozzle Parking Hook
3. Carpet/Hard Floor Selector
4. 2 in 1 Crevice Tool
5. Two Piece Plastic Wand
6. Suction Control
7. Handle Grip
8. Hose
9. Dirt Cup
10. Carry Handle
11. Filter
12. Baffle
13. Dirt Cup Release Latch
14. Wheels
15. Hose Inlet
16. On/Off Button
17. Dirt Cup Door Empty Latch
18. Automatic Cord Rewind Button
19. Floor Nozzle Parking Bracket
20. Power Cord
21. Exhaust Filter Cover
22. Exhaust Filter

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS – UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

HOSE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

1. Insert the hose connector into the hose inlet until it clips securely into position. (To remove the vacuum hose from the vacuum cleaner, press the fitting hooks then pull outwards.

ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION

1. When attaching the 2-piece plastic wand, connect one extension tube into the other. Firmly press each extension tube together until they are connected.
2. Attach the end of the suction tube to the hose handle of the vacuum hose.

ATTACH TOOLS

1. Choose any of the accessories to meet your various cleaning needs. Then simply push it firmly onto the hose or wand end.
   Fully assemble or install product prior to use.

HOW TO OPERATE

ON/OFF SWITCH

1. Plug power cord into outlet.
2. Attach hose and desired attachment.
3. Turn power on (ON/OFF switch located on canister body)

CONTROLLING SUCTION POWER

Suction power can be adjusted using the Handle Suction Control. Close for full suction or open for reduced suction.

CORD RELEASE / REWIND

• CORD RELEASE
• CORD REWIND

CAUTION:
Pull out cord to the maximum length indicated with the yellow mark. Never pull the cable out to the red mark as the cable winding mechanism can be damaged.

1. To release cord, pull outward from storage location. Do not pull out past the red tape.
2. To return cord to storage, hold the plug and press down on the cord release button. Do not allow cord to whip when rewinding.

DIRT CUP & FILTER: REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS – UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

• NOTE : Unplug cleaner before changing filter.
• NOTE: Rinse foam filter once every month. If vacuum is used frequently, the filter may require more frequent cleaning.
• NOTE: For best performance, replace pleated filter every 6 months

For filter replacement, please visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com to buy online or call customer service at 1-800-321-1134.

CAUTION: To obtain the best result from your cleaner the dirt cup needs to be emptied regularly, otherwise shallow airflow and cleaning power will be reduced. When collected dust reaches the “MAX” level marked on the Dirt Cup and performance deteriorates it is necessary to clean the Dirt Cup. Always check if there are any blockages in the accessories or hoses and follow the filter cleaning instructions for optimum performance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS – UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

1. DIRT CUP REMOVAL
   Unplug the cleaner. Carefully remove the dirt cup by pressing the lock release button (A).

2. EMPTY DIRT CUP
   Hold the Dirt Cup over the wastebasket and push the Dirt Cup Release Button (B) to empty.

REMOVE, RINSE AND REPLACE FILTER

1. Pull up on lid release latch to access filter. ****

2. Turn filter counterclockwise and lift. ****

3. Hold Filter under running water to rinse. DO NOT use soap/detergent. Allow filter to COMPLETELY DRY for at least 24 hours. **
   IMPORTANT:** DO NOT REASSEMBLE FILTER ASSEMBLY UNTIL FILTER HAS COMPLETELY DRIED.

4. Replace dry filter back into the unit in the same way they were removed. DO NOT REASSEMBLE UNTIL FILTER IS COMPLETELY DRIED. ****

CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER

1. Remove Exhaust Filter by twisting wheel cover clockwise.
2. Remove Exhaust Filter (A) and hold under running water to rinse. DO NOT use soap/detergent. DO NOT REASSEMBLE UNTIL FILTER IS COMPLETELY DRIED.
3. Replace Dry Exhaust Filter and Exhaust Filter cover back into the unit, in the same way they were removed.
   IMPORTANT: DO NOT REASSEMBLE FILTER ASSEMBLY UNTIL EXHAUST FILTER HAS COMPLETELY DRIED.

STORAGE

BEFORE STORING CLEANER:

1. Turn the unit off.
2. Unplug and press the automatic cord rewind button.
3. Collapse the extension wand and place the parking hook on the back of the nozzle onto the parking bracket.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS – UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – UNPLUG BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING.
• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY – UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING.

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.

fuse/ reset breaker.
3. Needs service.| 3. Call 1-800-321-1134.
4. Thermal Protector activated.| 4. Unplug cleaner. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.
Cleaner won’t pick up or low suction| 1. Dirt container not installed correctly.| 1. Review dirt cup removal and replacement.
2. Dirt container full.| 2. Empty dirt cup.
3. One or both filters are clogged.| 3. Remove both filters and clean.
Dust escaping from cleaner| 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. Filter not installed correctly.| 4. Review filter removal & replacement.
Cleaner 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.

CONGRATULATIONS
You are now the proud owner of the Dirt Devil®. We trust your new purchase will bring you many years of satisfaction.
Our company has designed and developed this product with you in mind.
We are very proud of our products and hope that you are equally satisfied with their quality and performance.
Thank you for your support of Dirt Devil® products.
Visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com

SERVICE INFORMATION & LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DIRT DEVIL® PRODUCTS

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.

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 “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 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 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.

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 the date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your Dirt Devil® product. Failure to register your product does not diminish product warranty rights. This is required per CA’s Beverly Strong Act.

Call us toll-free:
Customer Service: 1-800-321-1134
Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. E.S.T.
(USA & Canada)
www.dirtdevil.com

For quick reference, please record your product information below.

(Mfg. code located on the back or bottom of the product)

FAQs

What is the weight of the Dirt Devil SD40190 ExpressLite Canister Vacuum?

The Dirt Devil SD40190 ExpressLite Canister Vacuum weighs approximately 8 pounds, making it lightweight and easy to maneuver.

How long is the power cord for this vacuum?

The power cord for the Dirt Devil SD40190 is 16 feet long, providing ample reach for most cleaning tasks without needing to change outlets frequently.

What type of filter does the Dirt Devil SD40190 use?

This vacuum uses a washable filter, which can be rinsed and reused to maintain optimal suction power.

How do I empty the dirt cup on the Dirt Devil SD40190?

To empty the dirt cup, unplug the vacuum, press the lock release button, and then push the Dirt Cup Release Button to empty it into a wastebasket.

What tools come with the Dirt Devil SD40190?

The Dirt Devil SD40190 comes with a 2-in-1 combination crevice tool and dusting brush, which can be used for various cleaning needs.

How can I control the suction power of the Dirt Devil SD40190?

Suction power can be adjusted using the handle's suction control. Closing it provides full suction, while opening it reduces suction for more delicate cleaning tasks.

What should I do if the vacuum doesn’t turn on?

If the vacuum doesn’t turn on, check to ensure the power cord is firmly plugged in, and check for a blown fuse or tripped breaker in your home.

Can children use the Dirt Devil SD40190?

The Dirt Devil SD40190 is not intended for use by children aged 12 and under. Close supervision is required if it is used near children.

What should I do if dust escapes from the vacuum?

If dust escapes from the vacuum, check that the dirt cup is not full, ensure it is installed correctly, and confirm that the filters are not clogged.

How do I remove and replace the dirt cup?

To remove the dirt cup, unplug the vacuum and press the lock release button. After emptying, replace it by aligning it properly and pressing until it clicks back into place.

How do I clean the exhaust filter?

To clean the exhaust filter, twist the wheel cover clockwise to remove it, rinse the filter under running water without soap, and allow it to dry completely before reassembling.

Can I use other brand accessories with the Dirt Devil SD40190?

It is recommended to use only Dirt Devil® accessories for optimal performance, as third-party accessories may not fit properly or could damage the vacuum.

How often should I clean the filters?

The foam filter should be rinsed at least once a month, while the pleated filter should be replaced every six months for best performance.

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