Shark Vacuum Cleaner V1917 User Manual

3 Speed Electronic Sweeper  
with No Touch Dust Cup  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model: V1917  
8.4 Volt DC  
U.S :  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
94 Main Mill Street, Door 16  
Canada : EURO-PRO Operating LLC  
4400 Bois Franc  
Plattsburgh, NY 12901  
St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7  
1 (800) 798-7398  
Copyright © Euro-Pro Operating LLC 2006  
 
Model  
V1917  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be observed,  
including the following  
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CORDLESS SWEEPER.  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for  
normal household use, subject to the following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.  
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the  
warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury:  
1. Do not charge this unit outdoors.  
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.  
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or  
near children.  
In US:  
EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, N.Y. 12901  
In Canada: EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 4400 Bois Franc, St Laurent, Qc, H9S 1A7  
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended  
attachments.  
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 $ 7.95 to cover the cost of return  
shipping and handling must be included. *  
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, dust cups and brushes which normally require  
replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.  
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use cordless sweeper if it has  
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water. Return it to EURO-  
PRO Operating LLC for examination, repair or adjustment.  
6. Do not abuse the charger cord. Never carry the charger or base by the cord or  
yank to disconnect from an outlet; instead grasp the charger and pull to disconnect.  
7. Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces.  
8. This product includes rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries. Batteries must be  
recycled or disposed of properly. Do not incinerate batteries or expose to high  
temperatures, as they may explode.  
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/provinces do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.  
9. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.  
10. 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.  
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and  
moving parts.  
12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,  
or hot ashes.  
13. Do not attempt to change accessories while unit is running.  
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.  
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in  
areas where they may be present.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state or province to province.  
*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.  
16. Read and follow all label, operational and marking instructions.  
17. Do not use charger with an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an electrical  
outlet. Use charger only in a standard (120V., 60Hz) electrical outlet.  
18. Do not use the cordless sweeper without dust container in place.  
19. Store the cordless sweeper indoors. Store after use to prevent accidents.  
20. Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which  
is 20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin – wash immediately  
with soap and water or neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.  
If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a  
minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.  
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OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD  
For Canadian Consumers Only  
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: EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 4400 Bois Franc, St Laurent, Qc, H9S 1A7  
21. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.  
V1917  
22. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.  
23. Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product or attempt to charge this  
product with another charger. Use only charger model KA12D120015023U  
supplied with this appliance.  
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Appliance model  
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Date purchased  
Name of store  
24. The appliance must be disconnected from the supply when removing the battery.  
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Owner’s name  
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Prov.  
Postal Code  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
Printed in China  
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PARTS AND COMPONENTS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
1. Upper Handle  
2. Telescopic Tube  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE REASON  
POSSIBLE SOLUTION  
3. No Touch Empty Button  
4. Lower Handle Extension Tube  
5. Lower Handle  
6. Charging Light Indicator  
7. On/Off Switch  
1. Charge unit.  
2. Check fuse or breaker.  
Replace fuse/reset breaker.  
3. Call Customer Service at  
1 (800) 798-7398.  
4. Ensure that the wire terminal  
connectors are securely  
attached.  
5. Clear any obstruction from the  
rotating brush. Turn unit off for  
10 seconds, and then restart.  
1. Batteries discharged.  
2. No power in electrical  
outlet supplying charging  
adapter.  
3. Unit needs servicing.  
4. Battery misplaced.  
5. Brush roll jammed.  
SWEEPER WILL  
NOT OPERATE  
8. Charging Adapter: Only Use  
KA12D120015023U  
9. Charging Jack  
10. Transparent Brush Cover  
11. Rotating Brush  
12. Edging Tool  
13. Gear Box  
SWEEPER WILL  
NOT PICK-UP  
1. Dust container is full.  
2. Unit needs recharging.  
1. Empty dust container.  
2. Charge unit.  
14. Sweeper Power Head  
15. Dust Cup Container  
16. Speed Indicator Lights  
17. Speed Control  
DUST ESCAPING  
FROM SWEEPER  
1. Dust container is full.  
1. Empty dust container.  
18. Dust Container Release Lever  
1. Check for excessive material  
on brush or in bottom of  
sweeper. Remove obstruction  
from brushes and/or sweeper.  
2. Empty and clean dust  
container.  
ROTATING BRUSH  
WILL NOT PICK UP  
1. Unit clogged.  
2. Dust container is full.  
1. Electrical outlet not  
working.  
2. Charging Adapter not  
working.  
1. Check to ensure outlet is  
working properly. (Easily  
checked by plugging in  
SWEEPER WILL  
NOT CHARGE  
another appliance.  
3. Batteries no longer  
functioning.  
4. Unit left in “On” position.  
2. Replace charging adapter.  
3. See battery disposal.  
4. Press switch to “Off”.  
* Illustrations may differ from actual product.  
NOTE: The cordless sweeper is shipped with the batteries uncharged.  
Charging of the unit for 20 hours prior to first use is required.  
Use replacement battery # XBV1917only.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
8. Slip the belt over the brush bar cap.  
9. Insert the brush bar into the slot. (Fig. 14)  
Assembling Your Cordless Sweeper  
Your cordless sweeper will require very little assembly. You should remove it from  
the carton and familiarize yourself with all the components listed per the exploded  
view drawing. (Pg. 2) This will help you in the assembly and operation of your  
cordless sweeper.  
10. Insert the gear box tabs into the tab slots and push down until it clicks into place.  
11. To replace the squeegee, follow instructions above for removing the gear box and  
slide the squeegee out from left to right. (Fig. 16)  
Note: The charging adapter will be shipped inside the packaging.  
Note: The lower handle extension tube has a different plastic insert. This tube  
should be the first on the assembly.  
1. Assemble the extension tubes by pushing the plastic insert into the mating  
extension tube. (Fig. 1a) Push until only small portion of insert is visible or you  
cannot press any farther into the tubing. Push the extension tube assembly into  
the upper handle. (Fig. 1) Insert the extension tube assembly into the lower  
handle so that the tab on the plastic insert snaps into the open slot on the lower  
handle. (Fig. 1b)  
Fig. 15  
Changing the Belt  
If you find that the belt has broken and it needs replacing:  
1. Remove the brush cover. (Fig. 11)  
2. Push in on the locking tab of the gear box and lift gear box to remove. (Fig. 12 & 13)  
3. Push in on the locking tab of the belt access panel and lift off to remove. (Fig. 17)  
Belt Access Panel  
Fig. 16  
Insert into  
Lower  
Handle  
4. Using a pair of tweezers, remove any leftover bits of the belt that might still be  
there.  
5. Pull the brush bar out of the bushing. (Fig. 14)  
6. Using a new belt, insert it into the opening until it is in all the way.  
7. Using a pair of tweezers, insert them into the belt access panel and lift the new belt  
over the back gear.  
8. Slide the belt over the brush bar cap and then insert the brush bar into the slot.  
(Fig. 14)  
Fig. 1a  
Fig. 1b  
9. Insert the gear box tabs into the tab slots and push down until it clicks into place.  
10. Press the belt access panel down until it snaps in place.  
11. Replace the brush cover. (Fig. 11)  
Fig. 1  
Care And Maintenance  
To improve the performance and life of your unit, we recommend you do the  
following:  
2. Place the handle into the upward storage position.  
1. Once a month clean the unit with a dry cloth, including the chamber which the dust  
container fits into. Remove any hair, fiber or other materials that may have built up  
in the chamber, and on the rotating brush.  
2. Don’t use abrasive materials to clean the sweeper. Do not immerse the unit in  
water.  
3. Do not pick up liquids or use on wet floors.  
4. Do not use on concrete, tar or similar rough surfaces.  
5. Don’t pick up pieces of string or fabrics with the sweeper.  
6. Do not clean tasseled or frayed carpets with the sweeper.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Changing The Rotating Brush, Gear Box & Squeegee  
1. Remove the extension tube handle from the sweeper power head.  
2. Turn the sweeper power head upside down being careful not to accidentally turn  
the unit “On”.  
Charging Instructions  
1. Connect the charger plug to the charging jack or hole on the side of the sweeper.  
Plug the charging adapter into the wall outlet. (120V., 60Hz.) Use only charger  
KA12D075015023U. (Fig. 2)  
3. Remove the brush cover.  
4. Push in on the locking tab of the gear box and lift the gear box to remove.  
Charging  
Light  
Indicator  
(Fig. 12 & Fig 13)  
Lift  
Locking  
tab  
Gear box  
Fig. 2  
2. This cordless sweeper is powered by Ni-Cd batteries. Before first use, they must  
be charged for a minimum 20 hours.  
3. When recharging the unit, the "On/Off" switch must be in the "OFF" position.  
4. The charging light indicator on the top of the sweeper will illuminate to indicate  
that the sweeper is properly charging.  
Gear box  
tabs  
Fig. 13  
Fig. 12  
5. Lift the brush bar end cap up from the slot. (Fig. 14)  
5. To recharge, repeat step #1 above. Charging times will vary depending upon the  
amount of usage between charging cycles.  
Note: If, when you place the sweeper to recharge and the charging indicator light does  
NOT illuminate, then press the On/Off button once to turn the sweeper off. The  
charging indicator light should now light up.  
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 sweeper, it is  
recommended that the unit be fully discharged, then completely re-charged at least  
once a month.  
Fig. 14  
6. Pull the brush bar out from the bushing and slip off the belt to remove the brush  
bar. (Fig. 15)  
7. Insert the new brush bar by first inserting the brush bar into the bushing on the end  
opposite the driver belt (Fig. 15)  
Caution:  
Use only the adaptor supplied with the sweeper.  
Do not clean the sweeper while unit is charging.  
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.  
Fig. 15  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Cleaning The Dust Container  
To Maximize The Life Of Your Ni-cd Batteries  
To achieve the best performance, empty the dust container after each use.  
1. Press the dust cup release lever with your foot. (Fig. 9)  
Note: Be careful not to accidentally turn the unit “On”  
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. After three (3) months of storage, the product should be fully discharged and then  
recharged to maximize battery power.  
6. 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.  
7. Ni-Cd batteries have a long useful life but at some time they will need to be  
Note: 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.  
Fig. 9  
2. Lift out the dust container, which is connected to the handle. Hold over a trash bin  
and push down on the no touch empty button located on the handle. (Fig. 10)  
Battery Removal & Disposal  
One Touch  
Empty Button  
Note: If uncertain as to how to remove your battery pack, we suggest you take your  
sweeper to a reputable small appliance service technician to have this service  
performed.  
Follow the steps in “Removal of Battery Pack” when battery removal is required.  
This sweeper is equipped with Ni-Cd batteries and you need to dispose of them properly.  
When the batteries are no longer good for use, they must be removed from the sweeper  
for disposal. Do not remove the batteries for any reason other than disposal of them.  
Call your nearest recycling center for information on the recycling and disposal of  
Ni-Cd batteries.  
Fig. 10  
3. To close the dust container press firmly on the bottom panel until it snaps back into  
place. To replace the dust cup, position onto the sweeper power head and press  
down firmly until it snaps back into place.  
4. Periodically remove the transparent brush cover on the front of the cordless  
sweeper and remove any build up of lint, hair or fiber on the rotating brush.  
To remove the cover - grip the cover from the bottom, pull out and upward until the  
cover unlocks from the side slots and tabs located on the top of the sweeper.  
Carefully cut away threads or hair with scissors. (Fig. 11)  
Warning: You must never use ordinary batteries for replacement as these may leak and  
cause damage. Use only battery pack XBV1917 provided for replacement.  
Removal of Battery Pack  
1. Press the dust cup release lever with your foot and remove it from the sweeper  
power head.  
2. Turn unit over so that the base is facing upwards. Be careful not to turn the unit ON.  
3. Push in locking tab and lift off battery compartment cover. (Fig. 3 & 4)  
Battery Pack  
Compartment Cover  
Battery Case Tab  
Fig. 11  
Caution: Do not accidentally turn unit on while cleaning.  
Caution: Any electronic or electrical appliance should not be stored in or  
exposed to areas of high heat or humidity. Do not store your cordless sweeper  
close to stoves, radiators, furnaces or in a bathroom or bathing area.  
Fig. 4  
Fig. 3  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
How To Operate Your Cordless Sweeper  
1. Before using, please ensure that the cordless sweeper has been initially  
4. Carefully lift out the battery pack and disconnect the wire terminals by pulling apart  
the wire terminal connectors. Remove the battery pack from the unit. (Fig. 5)  
charged for 20 hours.  
Your cordless sweeper will only operate properly when the batteries are fully  
charged. Your sweeper will operate for varying lengths of time on a full charge.  
This will depend upon the type of surface being cleaned. (Longer operating time on  
bare floors vs. carpets.)  
Wire Terminal Connector  
Fig. 5  
2. Push the On/Off switch to operate the unit. To turn off, press switch again. (Fig. 6)  
5. Connect the wire terminal connector from the unit to the wire terminal connector of  
the new battery pack, and replace the battery pack into the unit. Replace the cover  
and press until it snaps in place.  
"On/Off“ switch  
6. Follow instructions for initial battery charging. Please call customer service at  
1 (800) 798-7398 if there are any problems removing batteries.  
Fig. 6  
Do NOT attempt to replace the batteries used in this product with any other type of  
battery.  
Important: This appliance contains Ni-Cd batteries. The batteries must be  
recycled or disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Please consult your  
Yellow Pages or local recycling center for more information.  
3. To release the handle to a comfortable position, gently apply pressure to the top of  
the sweeper head with your foot while pulling back on the handle. (Fig. 7)  
Fig. 7  
4. To change the speed of the sweeper, press on the speed control button. As you  
press on it, the speed indicator light will change. If one light lights up, you have the  
low speed for hard floors; two lights, medium speed for carpeting; three lights, high  
speed for turbo deep cleaning. (Fig. 8)  
Hard floors  
Carpeting  
Turbo Deep  
Cleaning  
Fig. 8  
Anti-Jam Brush Roll Feature  
This feature protects your unit’s motor from damage due to overheating, that may be  
caused by the rotating brush getting jammed or tangled in something. If the rotating  
brush becomes overloaded it will stop turning and both speed indicator lights will  
remain flash at the same time. To reset the unit:  
1. Press On/Off switch.  
2. Remove the transparent brush cover from the sweeper power head to remove any  
build up of lint, hair or fiber on the rotating brushes.  
3. Wait for 10 seconds to allow the unit to cool down.  
4. Press “On/Off switch again, the unit should restart.  
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