Fantom Vacuum FM718 - Manual (Page 7)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning the Dust Cup Cleaning & Changing the Belt Carpet Height Selector
This upright vacuum can be used on
multiple types of carpeting, bare floors
or upholstery with attachments.
To select a pile height setting:
1. Turn vacuum cleaner "Off".
2. Select a pile height setting by
sliding the carpet height selector
to the desired setting. (Fig. 4)
Warning: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the power cord must be
disconnected before removing the dust
cup, dust cup filter,changing the filters or
performing maintenance/trouble shooting
checks.
Removing & Emptying Dust Cup
Warning: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, the power cord must
be disconnected before removing the
dust cup, HEPA filter,changing the filters
or performing maintenance/trouble
shooting checks.
Occasionally the power nozzle drive
belt will require changing, the
frequency will depend upon the amount
of use your vacuum sees.
1. Turn the vacuum "Off" and unplug
from power supply.
2. Turn the vacuum upside down on a
flat level surface.
3. Using a Philips screw driver,
remove the four (4) screws that
attach the base plate to the lower
plate. (Fig. 19)
Fig. 19
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile,
plush scatter rugs, tools
MED: medium to long pile
LOW: short to medium pile,
bare floors
FLOOR: very low pile, bare
floors
Suggested Pile Height Setting:
You may need to raise the height of the
vacuum to make some jobs easier,
such as scatter rugs and longer pile
carpets. Suggested settings are:
The “Dust Cup” must always be emptied
when the dirt level reaches the "FULL"
line on the dust cup. To remove the dust
cup from the vacuum:
1. Press down on the dust cup
release button that is located on
the handle of the dust cup.
(Fig. 6)
2. Holding the dust cup from the
handle, pull the dust cup out
from the vacuum. (Fig. 7)
3. To empty the dust cup, hold it by
the handle over a garbage can
and press on the trap door
release button to empty. (Fig. 8)
Fig. 4
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Fig. 8
5
Place unit in "HIGH" setting when using
attachments to prevent possible floor
damage. Always set the Carpet to Floor
selector to “Floor” setting when using
the accessories. (Fig. 5)
Attention: Special care is required
when vacuuming certain types of carpet
or floor covering. Always check the
carpet or floor covering manufacturer's
recommended cleaning instructions
before vacuuming.
Motor Thermostat
Warning: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the power cord must be
disconnected before removing the dust
cup, HEPA filter,changing the filters or
performing maintenance/trouble shooting
checks.
The dust cup can be
washed in lukewarm water.
Do not use strong
detergents. Ensure that the
dust cup is fully dry before
putting back on the vacuum
cleaner.
(Fig. 18) Do not wash in
dishwasher.
Fig. 18
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 FANTOM customer
service at 1 (800) 275-9251.
Base Plate
Lower
Plate
4. After you have removed the base
plate, remove the remaining five (5)
screws from the lower plate using a
Philips screw driver. (Fig. 20)
Fig. 20
Trap Door
Release
5. With the unit still lying down, turn
the unit over and lift the power head
cover starting from the back of the
power head. (Fig. 21)
Fig. 21 Fig. 5 8