Shark Vacuum Cleaner EP045 User Manual

Hand Vacuum  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model EP045  
120V., 60Hz., 6.67 Amps  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
94 MAIN Mill Street, Door 16  
Plattsburgh, NY 12901  
Tel.: 1-866-98SHARK (1-866-987-4275)  
 
Model EP045  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
always be observed, including the following:  
When using your SHARK Hand Vacuum, basic safety precautions should  
THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or  
injury:  
1. Read all instructions before using your  
SHARK hand vacuum.  
2. Use the system only for its intended use.  
3. To protect against a risk of electric shock,  
do not immerse any part of the system in  
water or other liquids.  
4. Never yank cord to disconnect from  
outlet; instead, grasp plug and pull to  
disconnect.  
5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.  
6. Do not operate the system with a damaged  
cord or plug, or if the appliance or any other  
part of the system has been dropped or  
damaged. To avoid the risk of electric  
shock, do not disassemble or attempt to  
repair the hand vacuum. Return the  
system to EURO-PRO Operating LLC (see  
warranty) for examination and repair.  
Incorrect re-assembly or repair can cause a  
risk of electrical shock or injury to persons  
when the hand vacuum is used.  
7. Close supervision is necessary for any  
appliance being used by or near children.  
Do not leave the system unattended while  
connected.  
8. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all  
parts of body away from opening and  
moving parts.  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material  
and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of the original purchase.  
This warranty applies only to normal domestic household use.  
Should your appliance fail to operate properly while in use under normal household  
conditions within the three (3) year warranty period, return the complete appliance and  
accessories, freight prepaid to EURO-PRO Operating LLC at the address given below.  
Do not leave the hand vacuum plugged in  
when unattended. Unplug the electrical cord  
when not in use and before servicing.  
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close  
attention is necessary when used by or near  
children, pets or plants.  
Use only as described in this manual. Use  
only manufacturer’s recommended  
accessories.  
Do not pull cord, use cord as a handle, close  
a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp  
edges or corners. Keep cord away from  
heated surfaces.  
In US: EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, N.Y. 12901  
If the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO  
Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $12.95  
to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included. *  
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, dust cup filters, filters, brushes and  
electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically excluded from  
warranty.  
Use only extension cords UL-rated or cUL at  
15 amperes. extension cords rated for less  
amperage may overheat. Care should be  
taken to arrange the cord so that the cord  
cannot be pulled or tripped over.  
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or  
replacement of the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts  
and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial  
purposes. This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse,  
negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This  
warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from  
shipping or repairs, service or alterations to the product or any of its parts, which have  
been performed by a repair person not authorized by EURO-PRO Operating LLC.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other  
legal and/or conventional warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of  
the limited warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or  
consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not  
apply to you.  
Turn off all controls as applicable before  
unplugging from electrical outlet.  
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,  
grasp the plug, not the cord.  
Do not handle plug or hand vacuum with wet  
hands or operate without shoes.  
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not  
use with any opening blocked. Keep free of  
dust, lint, hair and anything else that may  
reduce air flow.  
9. Do not use to pick up flammable or  
combustible liquids such as gasoline or use  
in areas where they may be present.  
10. Do not pick up anything that is burning or  
smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot  
ashes.  
11. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.  
12. Do not use the hand vacuum without the  
HEPA dust cup filter in place.  
Store your appliance indoors in a cool, dry  
area.  
Keep your work area well lit.  
Do not immerse the hand vacuum into water  
or other liquids.  
Keep end of hose and other openings away  
from your face and body.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which  
vary from state to state.  
Use only on dry surfaces.  
13. This appliance is intended only for  
household use. Follow all user instructions  
in this manual.  
Using improper voltage may result in damage  
to the motor and possible injury to the user.  
Correct voltage is listed on rating label.  
*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include  
proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name,  
complete address and phone number with a note giving purchase information,  
model number and what you believe is the problem with item. We recommend you  
insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark  
the outside of your package “ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are  
constantly striving to improve our products, therefore the specifications  
contained herein are subject to change without notice.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
For Household Use Only  
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 modify the plug in any way.  
Rev. 03/04  
Printed in China  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HAND VACUUM  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE REASON  
POSSIBLE SOLUTION  
1. Power cord not firmly  
plugged into outlet.  
2. No power in wall outlet.  
3. Needs servicing.  
4. Thermostat has  
tripped.  
1. Plug unit in firmly.  
2. Check fuse or breaker. Replace  
fuse/reset breaker.  
HAND VACUUM  
WILL NOT  
OPERATE  
3. Call 1-800-798-7398.  
4. Turn the unit off and unplug from  
outlet. Allow to cool.  
1. Empty dust cup – (see pages 5/6).  
2. Turn unit off and unplug from wall  
outlet. Remove HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter and check for object(s) in air  
duct and remove.  
3. Clean or replace HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter. (see pages 5/6)  
1. Dust cup is full.  
2. Unit clogged.  
3. HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
needs cleaning or  
replacing.  
HAND VACUUM  
WILL NOT PICK-UP  
OR SUCTION  
POWER IS WEAK  
TURBO BRUSH  
DOES NOT  
ROTATE OR  
ROTATES  
1. Rotating brush or  
elbow obstructed.  
2. Hose obstructed.  
3. HEPA dust cup filter  
clogged.  
1. Clear obstructions. (see page 5.)  
2. Clear obstruction.  
3. Clean HEPA dust cup filter. (See  
pages 5/6.)  
SLOWLY  
1. Dust cup is full.  
2. HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
is not installed  
1. Empty dust cup.  
DUST ESCAPING  
FROM HAND  
VACUUM  
2. Review HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
instructions. (see pages 5/6)  
3. Replace HEPA dust cup filter. (see  
pages 5/6)  
correctly.  
Debris Screen  
HEPA Filter  
3. There is a puncture or  
hole in HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter.  
HAND VACUUM  
HOSE OR  
BRUSHES WILL  
NOT PICK-UP  
1. Remove hose and/or bushes.  
Remove obstruction from hose.  
2. Empty and clean dust cup.  
1. Hose clogged.  
2. Dust cup is full.  
ORDERING REPLACEMENT FILTERS  
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TO ORDER REPLACEMENT HEPA FILTERS  
FOR MODEL EP045  
1. On/Off Switch  
7. Flexible Hose  
8. Crevice Brush  
9. Oval Dusting Brush  
10. Pet Hair Removal Attachment  
11. Shoulder Strap  
12. HEPA Filter  
13. Air Driven Turbo Brush  
2. Dust Cup (Container)  
3. Dust Cup Release Button  
4. Exhaust Filter Cover (x2)  
5. Handle  
Style # XSH045 – HEPA Filter Only  
Call:  
1-866-98SHARK (1-866-987-4275)  
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time  
6. Suction Hole  
or  
FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
for Models EP045  
Call:  
1 (800) 798-7398  
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time  
Technical Specifications  
Please Note: After each Use - Always remove the Filter Debris Screen from the HEPA Dust  
Cup Filter, then vigorously “TapClean” HEPA Filter until no more dust can be removed. Filter  
should be rinsed and completely dried at least once a month or when suction appears  
reduced.  
Voltage:  
Power:  
120V., 60Hz.  
6.67 Amps, 800 Watts  
To wash your HEPA Dust Cup Filter, hold filter cartridge by frame flange and rinse under a  
tap until all observable dirt has been removed. Some discoloration of the HEPA filter material  
may occur, this is normal and will not affect the filter's performance. When finished, shake off  
excess water. Do NOT wash in dishwasher.  
Illustrations may differ from actual product.  
It is important that when you wash the HEPA dust cup filter, you allow it to dry  
COMPLETELY before using again. We recommend 24 hours to air dry. DO NOT DRY IN  
DRYER.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.  
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES  
5. Vigorously “TapClean”  
the HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter on a hard  
surface until no more  
dust is observed  
falling out from  
between the pleats of  
the filter. (Fig. 6)  
Changing & Cleaning the Exhaust  
Filters  
Important: If the suction opening in the unit or the hose becomes blocked, switch off  
the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before you start  
the unit again.  
Fig. 6  
The exhaust filters are washable filters  
but should be replaced every three (3)  
months depending on usage.  
• Remove the exhaust filter covers from  
the sides of the unit. (See illustration  
below.)  
5. When pulling out the power plug  
from the wall outlet, pull the plug  
not the power cord.  
1. Do not operate the vacuum  
cleaner to close too heaters,  
or radiators.  
Exhaust  
Filter Cover  
Exhaust  
Filter  
6. “TapClean” the Debris  
Screen or rinse under  
a faucet until clean.  
(Fig. 7) Remember  
that the Debris Screen  
must be completely  
air dried for 24 hours  
before reinstalling  
Fig. 7  
Debris  
Screen  
in the vacuum.  
6. Do not pick up anything that is  
burning or smoking such as  
Exhaus  
t Filter  
7. Replace the Debris Screen on the  
HEPA Dust Cup Filter and reinstall  
filter assembly in the vacuum. (not  
shown)  
PLEASE NOTE: The white pleated  
filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter will discolor over time -This is  
NORMAL and will NOT affect the  
performance of the filter. If the HEPA  
Dust Cup Filter  
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.  
2. Before inserting the power plug  
into the wall outlet, make sure that  
your hands are dry.  
Exhaust  
Filter  
Cover  
7. Do not use without HEPA dust cup  
filter in place.  
• Rinse the exhaust filters in lukewarm  
water and air dry the filters completely.  
Do not use a washing machine to rinse  
the filters. Do not use a hair dryer to  
dry them. Air dry only for 24 hours.  
Never operate the vacuum  
8. Before you start vacuuming,  
make sure to remove large or  
sharp objects that might  
is properly  
"TapCleaned”  
without the exhaust filters in  
place.  
damage the vacuum.  
Fig. A  
3. Do not vacuum any liquids.  
after each use  
and suction  
does not return  
to 100%, then  
• When the filters are dry,  
replace them into the  
exhaust filter covers and  
replace the filter covers on  
Wash once a  
month or when  
suction  
appears  
4. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,  
feet and all parts of body away from  
openings.  
reduced.  
we suggest that  
the HEPA filter  
be “TapCleaned”  
vigorously until no  
more dust can be removed, then  
rinsed under the faucet and allowed to  
air dry for 24 hours before refitting into  
the vacuum. (Fig. A) Wash once a  
month or when suction appears  
reduced.  
the unit.  
Warning: Allow 24  
hours for drying before  
replacing in unit.  
• A severely soiled or clogged  
filter should be thoroughly washed with  
fresh tepid water. A mild detergent  
can be used if required.  
Please Note: The HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
is washable. It should, however, be  
replaced every six (6) months to ensure  
peak performance of your vacuum.  
The Exhaust filters are washable. They  
should however be replaced every six (6)  
months to ensure peak performance of  
your vacuum.  
CAUTION: The suction hole must  
be open, free of any obstructions at  
all times. Otherwise, the motor will  
overheat and could become damaged.  
Important: Make sure that ALL filters are  
completely dry before re-installing back in  
the hand vacuum.  
Important: All filters should be checked  
regularly for signs of damage, preferably  
after each cleaning task. The filters must  
be replaced immediately if they become  
damaged. Always disconnect the vacuum  
from the electrical outlet when checking  
the filters.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Warning: Always unplug from  
electrical outlet before opening the  
dust cup (container).  
Cleaning & Changing the  
HEPA Dust Cup Filter  
Warning: Always unplug the unit  
from electrical outlet before opening  
the Dust Cup (container).  
Important: Do NOT use the HEPA filter  
cartridge without the debris screen in  
place.  
Warning: After each Use - Always  
remove the Filter Debris Screen  
from the HEPA Dust Cup Filter, then  
vigorously “TapClean” HEPA Filter until  
no more dust can be removed.  
Using The Unit With Air  
Driven Turbo Brush  
The efficiency of your air driven turbo  
brush depends on the bristle brush  
rotating at high speed. Strong air suction  
is needed to accomplish this. In order to  
ensure that maximum air suction is  
maintained, please read the following  
instructions:  
4. To use the flexible hose, push  
the end of the hose into the  
suction hole, then attach the  
desired accessory to the other  
end of the flexible hose,  
Note: HEPA dust cup filter must be used  
when operating the hand vacuum.  
as shown below.  
Using The Unit As A Hand  
Vacuum  
1. To open the dust  
cup (container),  
1. Empty the dust cup frequently.  
2. Always "TAPCLEAN" the HEPA dust  
cup filter when emptying the dust cup  
container.  
3. Ensure that the rotating brush is kept  
free of hair and string which may  
accumulate and decrease brush  
performance.  
4. Keep Air Driven Turbo Brush turbine  
free of dirt and foreign matter. (See  
illustration below for cleaning  
instructions.)  
push the dust cup  
release button and  
pull out the dust  
cup. Verify that the  
HEPA dust cup filter is inside  
(see illustration below), then re-  
attach the dust cup (container) to  
the hand vacuum.  
How To Operate Your  
Hand Vacuum  
1. Hold the hand vacuum firmly in your  
hand by the Handle.  
2. Push the On/Off Power Switch to  
“On” position.  
3. Start vacuuming.  
IMPORTANT, Please Note : The  
“TapClean” HEPA Dust Cup Filter &  
Debris Screen will stop most of the tiniest  
dust particles and airborne allergens from  
re-entering the air you breathe. In fact it  
stops 99.97% of all particles as small as  
0.3 microns - many times smaller than a  
human hair!!! Because of this incredible  
filtration performance, the HEPA Dust Cup  
Filter will quickly accumulate, inside the  
white filter folds, many fine dust particles  
that are difficult to see but which will  
eventually block or reduce your suction  
power - if not cleaned properly. Clean the  
HEPA Filter and Debris Screen after each  
use as described in this section.  
CAUTION: The Hand Vacuum is  
a very powerful unit. Make sure  
that you hold it firmly, otherwise it  
can slip out of your hand and cause  
injury.  
Cleaning Air Driven Turbo  
2. To use the Hand Vacuum with the  
shoulder strap, attach it to the unit as  
shown below.  
Brush  
Tilt  
Important: This unit is equipped with a  
motor protective thermostat. If for some  
reason the vacuum cleaner should  
overheat, the thermostat will  
automatically turn the unit off. Should  
this occur:  
• Push the On/Off button once.  
• Disconnect the plug from the  
power source.  
• Check the source of overheating  
problem. (i.e. clogged hose or  
filter)  
• If clogged hose or filter is found,  
unclog the hose and replace the  
filters.  
• Wait at least 45 minutes before  
attempting to reuse the vacuum.  
• After unit has cooled down for  
45 minutes, plug in the cleaner  
and push the On/Off button. The  
vacuum should start again.  
• If the vacuum still does not start,  
contact customer service at  
1 (800) 798-7398.  
Upwards  
Locking  
Latch  
1. To open the Dust Cup (container),  
push button and detach the Dust  
Cup (container ). (Fig. 2)  
2. Pull out the HEPA Dust Cup Filter.  
(Fig. 3)  
3. To attach the oval dusting brush,  
crevice brush or the pet hair  
removal attachment to the Hand  
Vacuum, push attachment into the  
suction hole, as shown below.  
Turbine  
Wheel  
Fig. 1  
From time to time, the turbine of your  
turbo brush will require cleaning. To do  
this:  
1. Remove the turbo brush from the hose  
or unit.  
2. Turn turbo brush over and open the  
hinged cover to access the turbine  
wheel. (see Fig. 1)  
3. There may be some dust, lint, hair, etc  
on the turbine wheel. Remove as much  
of this as possible.  
Fig. 3  
Fig. 2  
3. Empty the dust from  
the Dust Cup  
(container). (Fig. 4)  
4. Separate the debris  
screen from the  
HEPA filter cartridge  
by grasping the  
debris screen with  
Fig. 4  
one hand and the filter frame with the  
other and pull apart. (Fig. 5)  
4. You may also use the unit’s hose to  
remove any additional debris from the  
turbine.  
NOTE: The pet hair removal  
attachment is for use on upholstery,  
drapes and other fabric surfaces to  
remove lint, pet hair, etc. THE PET  
HAIR REMOVAL ATTACHMENT IS  
NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A  
PET GROOMING DEVICE.  
Debris  
Screen  
HEPA Filter  
Fig. 5  
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