Fantom Vacuum FM766HG Vacuum Cleaner User Manual
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1. FANTO ME INSTRUCTION MANUAL FM766HO VACUUM CLEANER FM766HP FM766HG Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 NAME OF EACH PART Janna 3 PREPARATION BEFORE USE 73 vc 4 USING THEVACUUMCLEANER UU 6 USING THE ATTACHMENTS EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT 10 CLEANING THE FILTERS sv mmer 11 CLEARING BLOCKAGES IN THE SUCTION HOSE AND CLEANING THE 12 AGITATOR ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 13 TROUBLESHOOTING ann AT REPLACEMENT PARTS o 17 LIMITED WARRANTY a 18 HOUSEHOLD AND COMMERCIAL USE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W hen using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER WARN N G To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury 1 10 11 12 13 14 18 Do not leave the vacuum cleaner when plugged in Unplug it from the outlet when notin use and before servicing Do not use outdoors oron wet surfaces Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used asa toy Close attention is necessary when used by ornear children or infirmed persons Use only as described in this manual Use only the manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not use with a damaged cord or plug If the vacuum cleaner is not working as itshould or if it has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return to FANTOM at 94 Main Mill Stre2. Clean the sub filter when it becomes dirty 1 Remove the dust compartment refer to page 10 Remove the air inlet cover 2 Remove the sub filter from the vacuum cleaner 3 Gently clean the sub filter with water Make sure that it is completely dry and then re install it into the vacuum cleaner Replace the air inlet cover and the dust compartment Caution Do not wash the sub filter in a washing machine and do not use any other equipment such asa hairdryer to dry it Always allow 24 hours for drying Do not operate the vacuum without the sub filter Be sure the sub filter is dry and properly installed Failure to do so could resultin electrical shock personal injury or motor failure Note We recommend replacing the sub filter every three 3 to six 6 months depending on usage TROUBLESHOOTING If there is a problem with the vacuum cleaner carry out the following checks to find the cause If the problem still persists after the checks have been made do not use the vacuum cleaner to prevent the possibility of an accident occurring Turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact FANTOM Customer Service at 1 800 275 9251 The motor does not operate The power cord plugis not e nsert the power cord plu when the ON OFF switchis securely inserted into the securely ara the wall set tothe ON position wall outlet salet Suction force is weak e The dust compa
3. attachments Push the handle forward until it locks Handle Release Lever Parallel position This position is used for cleaning under furniture GJEN H L KOR ID A Ry i ae Ch _ VS Toe Cooke USING THE VACUUM CLEANER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER Caution Before using the height adj ustment lever please make e sure the nozzle head is tilted Height AdjustmentLever LY AA backward from the floor The nozzle head can be adjusted to four different Nozzle Head height settings S S gt Set the height adjustment to the La appropriate carpet length HIGH Bare Floor Tools TURN OFF BRUSH ROLL WHEN USING TOOLS RUG FLOOR TOOLS SELECTOR The RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector should only be adjusted while the vacuum cleaner is turned on and inthe upright position Rug Floor Tools SELECTOR 1 When cleaning a rug or carpet first turn the ON OFF switch to the ON position and then set the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector tothe RUG position When cleaning a bare floor or when using one ofthe attachments set the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector tothe FLOOR position Caution Do not change the setting of the RUG FLOOR TOOLS selector while the vacuum cleaner is turned off EDGE CLEANING This vacuum cleaner is equipped with an edge cleaning function for cleaning carpet edges near baseboards and stationary furniture USING THE ATTACHMENTS Caution When using one of the attachments during cleaning set the va
4. the power cord around the cord storage hooks Secure the power cord plug on the power cord C3 ii NG Cord Storage fo 1 I lt 77 IT El Rotate the upper cord Return the hook to the storage hook downward upright position before attempting to rewind the power cord Upper Cord Storage Hook THERMAL SAFETY DEVICE IN MAIN BODY To protect your vacuum cleaner motor from overheating a thermal safety device has been built in If your vacuum cleaner hose or air intake clogs up with dust or dirt or if your dust bag becomes full and you continue to run the machine the vacuum will shut off automatically to prevent the motor from overheating If this happens turn off slide switch and disconnect your vacuum from power outlet remove the material clogging the machine and let your vacuum cool down for approximately 45 minutes You can then restart your vacuum cleaner and use it again USING THE VACUUM CLEANER ON OFF SWITCH Start or stop vacuum cleaner by pushing on the switch ON OFF Switch OFF ON TT gt The handle ofthis vacuum cleaner can be setto one of three positions Upright Normal Parallel Place your foot on handle release lever as shown and pull back on the handle until it releasesfrom its upright position Handle Release Lever Upright position Normal position The handle isnormally locked inthis This position is used for normal cleaning position for storage or when using the
5. 0 volt circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated below Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug Grounded Outlet N 6 Grounding Pin 2 NAMES OF EACH PART Handle Suction Hose A Power Cord Plug Release Plug shown in figure Button A may differ from actual Carrying Handle 1 Release plug attached to unit Button B for your area IM 3 TIN PL J Me I Power Cord ON OFF Switch Cord Storage Hooks au ais ETT i AGA 4 Dust Compartment Duster Crevice Tool Wand Filter Cover Suction HoseB Upholstery Tool amp Dusting Brush KA Handle rae WY VET ANNE EN KC NILA RN Lever Holder Height Adjustment mount Rug Floor Tools Lever Headlight SELECTOR X Set the ON OFF switch to ON to light the headlight Cleaning Utensil WARNING Operate vacuum cleaner only at the voltage specified on name plate 3 PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE Caution Donot connect the power cord plug to the wall outlet until assembly is completed Attaching the handle Insert the handle Set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position as shown in the illustration Ww GI Wand Crevice Tool a Nw HE LL LI Na YA HD NG Upholstery Tool amp Dusting Brush PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE WINDING THE POWER CORD Wind
6. an the main filter and prefilter with a soft bristled brush not included and rinse with cold water Allow both items to dry completely for 24 hours Caution e Do not use a hard bristled brush to clean filters This may result in damage to the filters e Do not attempt to dry with a hair dryer or by placing in a clothes dryer Hot air may cause the filters to warp To maintain optimum suction power the dust filter fins should be kept clean of dirt Clean the filter fins free of dirt with the forked end of cleaning utensil as shown Cleaning Utensil Reattaching the filters 1 Insert the main filter into the Hold onto the main filter and insert into prefilter as shown the dustcompartment e Align the ribs of the main filter to match the shape of the opening in the dust Prefilter compartment and press firmly to insert Dust Compartment Main Filter 3 Close the trapdoor NOTE We recommend replacing the main filter every three 3 to six 6 months depending on the amount of use 11 CLEARING BLOCKAGES AND CLEANING THE AGITATOR ASSEMBLY Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the powercord fromthe wall outlet before clearing any blockages in the suction hose and cleaning the agitator assembly Cleaning blockages Cleaning blockages in the suction hose A B 1 Set the vacuum cleaner to the upright position Remove thehose cuff from the suction in
7. cuum cleaner to the upright position Wand Crevice Tool 1 Remove the attachments from the vacuum cleaner 7 Release 2 Press the release button C to Button C disconnect the handle from the vacuum cleaner Caution When removing the attachments pull them inthe directions shown in the illustration Pulling them in the wrong direction or pulling them forcefully may cause damage to the attachment clamp HOLTET a Tr Ll oS Attach the attachments onthe handle or Attachment Clamp the suction hose B e Attach the attachments as shown below Tool Wand Crevice Tool Upholstery Dusting Brush Handle Duster gt ss Suction Hose A M vi w Suction Hose B Caution Before using the suction hose B please make sure the handle is reattached on the body e Hook the hose holder onto the holder mount Caution Before using the attachments please make sure the hose is hooked on the holder mount Upholstery tool amp Dusting brush Hose Holder Mount To detach the dusting brush from the upholstery tool Press the tabs on the brush downward to remove it roove e To reattach the dusting brush to the upholstery tool Insert the front of the upholstery tool under the hook on the front of the dusting brush Press down on the back of the upholstery tool to snap it into place under the dusting brush tabs When you have finished us
8. et Door 16 Plattsburgh NY 12901 Do not pull or carry by the cord use the cord as a handle close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run the vacuum cleaner overthe cord Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Do not unplug by pulling on the cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands Do not put any objects into the 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 the parts of your body away from openings and moving parts Do not pick up anything thatis burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use without dust compartment and filters in place Turn offall controls before unplugging Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present Rev 06 05A 16 Do not touch the agitator while it is spinning 17 Donot place any heavy items on top of the vacuum cleaner 18 Donot step on the hose or pull it too strongly 19 Do not pick up items such as pieces ofwaste paperor cloth which looks as though they may cause the hose to become blocked 20 Donot clean or store the vacuum cleaner in places where there are high temperatures 21 Store the vacuum cleaner away fro
9. fully 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 OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten 10 days of purchase The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification By returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions RETURN TO FANTOM 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh N Y 12901 Model FM766HO FM766HG FM766HP Appliance model Date purchased Name of store Owner s name Address City State Zip Code Printed in China
10. ing the attachments replace them in their original positions as shown on page 4 USING THE ATTACHMENTS Hose Attachment Suction Hose A Line up notches push hose in tillit clicks Suction Inlet Hose Cuff EMPTYING THE DUST COMPARTMENT Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Empty the dust compartment when Press the release button Ameanwhile 1 contents reachthe MAX mark press therelease button B to remove N the dustcompartment D Release Button A c Release Button B Turn the duster handle several times in the direction shown to empty the dust compartment Release Lever Trapdoor Reattaching the Dust Compartment Close the trapdoorand insert the projection on the 2 Push the dust compartment into dust compartment intothe groove onthe main body the main body as shown to reattach Projection Groove 10 CLEANING THE FILTERS 1 Remove the dust compartment refer to page 11 Set the dust compartment to the parallel position Open the trapdoor then push the MAA E release button E and pull out the main filter e The main filter and prefilter will be removed atthe same time Caution Do not push the release button E at the upright position As this may drop or damage the main filter and prefilter Cle
11. iver loosen the screw on the bottom plate and slide the latch in the direction of the arrow 3 Lift the bottom plate off Latch Insert the projection on the bottom plate into the groove on the nozzle housing and setthe bottom plate in place Projection Turn thevacuum over and placein the upright position Re tighten the screw using a Philips screwdriver and slide the latch in the direction indicated by the arrow Tighten Screw REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS REPLAGING THE FILTER Under normal usage the HEPA Filter will require replacement once every three 3 months however vacuuming large amounts of extremely fine dust powder or similar material over a long period of time may decrease airflow performance through the filter If this occurs it may become necessary to replace the HEPA Filter more often Only use genuine FANTOM replacement filters Filter Cover 1 Press in the locking tabs at points O and pull the filter cover away from the vacuum cleaner 2 Remove the HEPAfilter Caution e Do not attempt to wash the HEPA filter Always replace the old filter with a new one Insert a new HEPA filter with the seal to the inside of the vacuum cleaner Reattach the filter cover Caution e Be sure that seal on the HEPA filter is inserted towards the inside of the vacuum cleaner e The filter cover should be correctly oriented when it is reattached Do not reattach it upside down CLEANING THE SUB FILTER
12. let and then remove any blockages from the hose Reattach the hose cuff to the suction inlet and then operate the vacuum cleaner to check that the blockage has been properly cleared lf the hose is still blocked the suction force will be weak Cleaning blockages inthe nozzle head 1 Remove the bottom plate refer to page 15 Nozzle Head 2 Remove any blockages from the nozzle head Nozzle Pipe Reattach the bottom plate to the nozzle head and then operate the vacuum cleaner to check that the blockage has been properly cleared Ifthe nozzle head is still blocked the suction force will be weak Caution When the suction hose A B or Nozzle head is Bypass Valve blocked the bypass valve will be opened Inside automatically to protect the motor resulting in the suction force being reduced The bypass valve will be at its original position automatically after the blockage is removed e Remove the bottom plate referto page 15 Remove threads caught in the assembly by cutting them with scissors Scissors Threads REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the power cord from the walloutlet before replacing any of the parts below REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT LAMP 1 Set the vacuum cleanerto the parallel position fht N b 5 onne D L HE a HE NG CI ae E4 CMTE 2 Loosen the screws toremove the lens San fi im Lens A 3 When rem
13. ling must be included Non durable parts including without limitation dust cup filters filters belts brushes and electrical parts which normally require replacement are specifically excluded from warranty The liability of FANTOM 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 FANTOM This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and or conventional warranties The responsibility of FANTOM if any is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty In no event is FANTOM 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 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Important Care
14. m excessive humidity 22 When carrying the vacuum cleaner hold it by the carrying handle 23 Before servicing the vacuum cleaner allow all internal metal parts to cool first 24 Always place foot on handle release when adjusting the handle position of the vacuum cleaner 25 If the supply cord ofthis appliance is damaged it must only be replaced by FANTOM because special purpose tools are required 26 Connect to a properly grounded outlet only See Grounding Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This vacuumis intended for household or commercial use Note to user concerning attachment plug Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and grounding plug The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can resultin a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This appliance is for use on a nominal 12
15. oving the headlight lamp be careful not to pull on the headlight lamp wiring 4 Remove the lamp by pushing it gently in the direction of the arrow and then turning it counterclockwise 5 Push a new lamp gently into the socket and turn it clockwise to tighten it Usea standard bayonet base appliance lamp rated at 120V and 15W LAMP MAX 15W Caution Be careful not to clamp the headlight lamp wiring 6 Reattach the lensand fasten the screws 13 REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS Caution Be sure to turn the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before replacing any of the parts below REPLAGING THE FLAT BELT 1 Remove the bottom plate refer to page 15 2 Lift out the agitator assembly and then remove the flat belt from the motor shaft and the agitator pulley Motor Shaft Flat Belt 3 Place a new flat belt onto the motor shaft and pulley Nal gal En Motor Shaft A a Av Ko A D Flat Belt FE EN Flat Belt Pulley Place the agitator assembly into the grooves in the nozzle head making sure that the new flat belt slides securely into the guide Caution Install the flat beltso thatit has no Nozzle Head twists init and so thatall components turn smoothly Reattach the bottom plate refer to page 15 14 REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS REMOVING THE BOTTOM PLATE Set the vacuum cleaner to the parallel position and turn it over Using a Philips screwdr
16. rtment is full e Empty the dust compartment refer to page 10 e The suction hose is blocked e Remove the blockage referto page 12 e The nozzle head is blocked Remove the blockage referto page 12 e The filters are dirty e Clean the filters referto page 11 referto page 16 e The nozzle air inlet pipe is e Remove the blockage blocked refer to page 12 e The bypass vavle isopened Remove the blockage refer to page 12 The agitator does not The flat belt is worn or e Replace the flat belt operate broken refer to page 14 TO ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTERS CALL 1 800 275 9251 9BF D P111 01600 0506 E 17 FATT OD ME THREE 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FANTOM 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 when utilized for normal commercial or household use subject to the following conditions exclusions and exceptions If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household or commercial conditions within the warranty period return the complete appliance and accessories freight prepaid to In US FANTOM 94 Main Mill Street Door 16 Plattsburgh N Y 12901 If the appliance is found by FANTOM to be defective in material or workmanship FANTOM will repair or replace it free of charge Proof of purchase date and 21 95 to cover the cost of return shipping and hand
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