Operations
Power On and Settings
- Press the red power button with your foot to turn the vacuum ON
- Press the Recline Pedal and pull handle back towards you.
- Turn the dial on the foot of the vacuum to the desired setting. If the dial is difficult to turn, tilt the vacuum back slightly to take the weight off the foot while turning.
Lowest setting: For low pile carpet or bare floors. To pick up debris, it may be necessary to move up one setting.
Medium setting: For medium pile carpet.
Highest setting: For high pile and most shag carpet.
TIP: For optimal carpet cleaning performance, adjust to the lowest practical setting. If your vacuum is difficult to push, adjust to the next higher setting.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts while the vacuum is turned on, always move the vacuum via the rolling wheels by using the upper handle at the back of the vacuum. Do not carry the vacuum while it is running. Always place vacuum on floor with handle in upright position when using tools.
NOTE: Rotating floor brush continues to rotate while tools are in use. Never place fingers under the vacuum when it is running. Never place Powerfoot on furniture or uneven surfaces. Do not place vacuum close enough to objects to pull into rotating brush.
NOTE: Certain carpets and low humidity conditions may generate small static discharges. Static discharges are harmless and are not associated in any way with the main power supply.
Empty the Dirt Tank
- Empty once tank is full.
- Press the Tank Release Button and pull out to remove Dirt Tank.
- Hold the Dirt Tank over a trash container. Press the bottom release button to empty. Once empty, close the lid.
- Twist Cyclone left and pull down to remove from tank.
- Clean Cyclone with warm water and mild detergent. Let Cyclone dry completely before replacing. To replace, fit into place and twist to the right.
- After emptied, place tank back on vacuum and press firmly until you hear “click.”
NOTE: The Dirt Tank may be washed in warm water with a mild detergent. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing.
Clean the Pre-Motor Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch off and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
WARNING: Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters or without all filters in place.
- Press the Tank Release Button and pull out to remove Dirt Tank.
- Remove Foam Filter from lid. Hand wash in warm water and rinse well; mild detergent may be used if desired.
- Allow filter to air dry completely before placing back into the tank lid.
- Return tank back on vacuum and press firmly until you hear “click.”
