Euro-Pro Shark VX33 SV780 14 Mode D'emploi page 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Charging Your Vacuum Cleaner
This cordless vacuum is powered by
rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.
Before using the vacuum, charge the
vacuum cleaner for a minimum of 20 hours.
Note:
Ensure that the On/Off switch is in
the "Off" position before charging.
Note:
Peak performance may only be
realized after the unit has been charged
and discharged two (2) or three (3) times.
IMPORTANT:
To maintain peak
performance of your cordless hand
vacuum, it is recommended that the unit be
fully discharged, then completely recharged
at least once a month.
1. Insert the charge adapter
plug through the hole in the
underside of the charging base
/ wall mounting bracket. (Fig. 1)
2. Turn the charge adapter
plug one quarter turn to
Fig. 1
secure it into place. (Fig. 2)
3. Turn the charging base / wall
mounting bracket over and
place it near an electrical
power outlet (120 V., 60 Hz.).
4. Plug the charger into the
wall outlet.
5. Place the unit in the charging
Fig. 2
base / wall mounting bracket.
The charging indicator light will shine
green to indicate that the vacuum
cleaner is properly positioned in the
charging base / wall mounting bracket
and that the unit is being charged. This
power unit is intended to be correctly
oriented in a vertical or floor mount
position when charging.
Charging Base / Wall Mounting
Bracket
1. Make sure that the intended wall area
for the charging base / wall mounting
bracket to be drilled is free from any
hidden electrical wires, water pipes and
gas lines.
2. Select an appropriate place close to a
wall power outlet (120V., 60 Hz).
3. Do not mount near direct sunlight, near
a heat source or outdoors.
4. Select an appropriate drill type for the
material to be drilled.
5. Carefully measure and mark the location
of all bracket holes and then drill holes
and screw the charging base / wall
mounting bracket onto the wall. (Screws
not included.)
To Maximize the Life of your Ni-Cd
Batteries
1. Charge for a minimum of 20 hours
before initial use. Failure to do so
will reduce the product's battery life
significantly.
2. Do not store the unit with the
charging adaptor attached and
plugged in.
3. Only recharge when the batteries are
fully discharged (or as close to fully
discharged as possible).
4. Do not store in areas of high
temperature or humidity.
5. Fully discharge, then completely
re-charge the unit at least once a
month.
6. After three (3) months of storage, the
product should be fully discharged
and then recharged to maximize
battery power.
7. Use only the charger supplied with
the product. If other chargers are
used, the batteries can fail causing
damage to the battery, product or
personal property.
8. Ni-Cd batteries have a long useful life
but at some time they will need to be
replaced. To purchase replacement
batteries visit www.sharkclean.com.
Note:
1. The On/Off switch must be in the "Off"
position in order to charge the unit. If
the charging indicator does not light,
verify that the On/Off switch is in the
"Off" position.
2. If the product has never been used or
has been stored for an extended
period of time without use – it will take
several complete charge and
discharge cycles to realize the full
operational time of your product.
CAUTION:
•
Use only with the battery pack
supplied with the unit.
• Do not attempt to remove the battery
pack from the unit to charge it.
• Never attempt to throw the battery
pack or unit into a fire or incinerate it.
• Do not attempt to remove or damage
the battery casing.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Battery Pack Replacement &
Disposal
WARNING:
NEVER use ordinary
batteries for replacement, as these may
leak and damage your vacuum cleaner.
Use only a battery pack provided by
EURO-PRO Operating LLC for
replacement.
This vacuum cleaner contains nickel-
cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries, which must
be recycled or disposed of properly in
accordance with state, federal and local
laws. Call your nearest recycling center
for information on the recycling and
disposal of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
batteries.
If uncertain as to how to remove the
battery pack, we suggest you take your
hand vacuum to a reputable small
appliance service technician to have this
service preformed.
The battery pack of your cordless
vacuum is replaceable, however care
should be taken when doing so. Follow
these steps when replacement is
required:
1. Open the battery pack compartment
by removing the single Phillips head
screw located in the recess on the
bottom of the unit. NEVER open the
battery compartment except to
change the battery pack when
required.
2. Remove battery compartment cover.
Set aside battery compartment cover
with the screw.
3. Slide the battery holder to the left and
lift out. (Fig. 3)
Battery Holder
Fig. 3
4. Use the strap around the battery
pack (A) to pull out. Remove battery
packs (B) and (C) from the side
compartments.
5. Carefully detach the two (2) electrical
connectors from the battery pack by
pulling straight out. (Fig. 4)
6. Reconnect the terminals matching
red with red and black with black to
the new battery pack.
Battery
Compartment
Electrical
Battery
Connectors
Strap
Fig. 4
7. Replace strap around new battery
pack (A).
8. First insert batteries (B) and (C) into
the side compartments, inside the
battery compartment. (Fig. 5)
Battery
Compartment
(B)
Battery
Compartment
(C)
9. Tuck the wiring inside the battery
compartment so that the wiring does
not interfere with the battery
compartment cover when it is
replaced.
10. Turn battery pack (A) sideways and
replace in unit.
11. Re-install the battery holder in the
battery compartment.
12. Re-install the cover by placing it over
the battery inserting the tab towards
the front of the unit, making sure that
the back snaps, engaging the body of
the unit.
13. Replace the battery compartment
cover screw.
CAUTION:
NEVER use the unit without
the battery compartment cover in place.
Note:
Any other servicing should be
performed by an authorized service
representative.
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Fig. 5