Shark Navigator Powered Lift-Away Owner's Guide

Important Safety Instructions

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

A WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electric shock, and property damage resulting from improper use of the appliance, carefully observe the following instructions. This unit contains electrical connections and moving parts that potentially present risk to the user.

THE POWER NOZZLE, WAND, AND HANDLE CONTAIN ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS: These are not serviceable parts. Do not use to vacuum any liquids. Do not immerse in water. If handle/wand is damaged, discontinue use.

Inspect power cord or plug for any damage before use. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging the vacuum cleaner. Store your vacuum cleaner with the power cord secured around the two cord hooks.
DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Use only on dry surfaces.
Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before servicing.
If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call a Service center.
The hose contains electrical wires. DO NOT use when damaged, cut, or punctured.
DO NOT pull or carry vacuum cleaner by the cord or use the cord as a handle.
DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. Grasp the plug, not the cord.
DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner over the power cord, close a door on the cord, or pull cord around sharp corners.
The use of an extension cord is NOT recommended.
DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting motorized nozzle.

General Use

Use only as described in this manual.
Keep your work area well lit.
Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over the carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging the carpet fibers.
DO NOT place vacuum cleaner on unstable surfaces such as chairs or tables.
DO NOT put any objects into openings. DO NOT use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children. Close attention is necessary when used near children. This is not a toy.
DO NOT use without dust cup and/or filters in place.

Dust Cup/Filters/Accessories

Before turning on the vacuum: Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry after routine cleaning.
Make sure that dust cup and all filters are in place after routine maintenance.
Make sure accessories are free of blockages.
Only use provided filters and accessories (failure to do so will void the warranty).

Hose Attachments

DO NOT use if airflow is restricted; if the air paths or the motorized floor nozzle become blocked, turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from electrical outlet. Remove all obstructions before you turn on the unit again.
Keep the end of the hose and accessory openings away from face and body.
Keep cleaning tools and hose suction openings away from hair, face, fingers, uncovered feet, or loose clothing.
Only use manufacturer's recommended attachments.

General Cleaning

DO NOT pick up large-sized objects.
DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, or coins that could damage the vacuum cleaner.
DO NOT use to pick up drywall dust, fireplace ash, or embers. DO NOT use as an attachment to power tools for dust collection.
DO NOT pick up smoking or burning objects such as hot coals, cigarette butts, or matches.
DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible materials (e.g., lighter fluid, gasoline, or kerosene) or use vacuum in areas where they may be present.
DO NOT pick up toxic solutions (e.g., chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner).
DO NOT use in an enclosed space where vapors are present from paint, paint thinner, moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic materials.
DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.
DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner in water or other liquids.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

Polarized Plug

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT force into outlet or try to modify to fit.

Technical Specifications

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz
Watts: 1140W
Amps: 9.5A

Welcome!

Congratulations on your purchase. Use this instruction manual to learn about your new vacuum's great features. From assembly to use to maintenance, you will find it all in here.

Getting to Know Your Shark Navigator™ Powered Lift-Away™

Main Unit Components

A. Surface Selector
B. Power Button
C. Hose
D. Handle Release Button
E. Hose Clip
F. Upper Cord Hook
G. Lift-Away Button
H. Wand Release Button
I. Lift-Away Pod
J. Wand
K. Lower Cord Hook
L. Motorized Floor Nozzle
M. Brushroll Indicator Light
N. Headlights

Assembling Your Vacuum

Tip: Slide hose clip into back of wand for convenience.

Tip: For quick cord access, rotate upper hook down and remove cord.

Tip: To store your vacuum, wrap cord around cord hooks.

Assembly Steps:

Insert Wand (A) into Motorized Floor Nozzle (L).
Insert Handle and Hose (C) into Wand (A).
Place Pod (D) onto Wand (A).
Insert Hose into Pod (D) until you hear a click.

Diagram Description: Shows sequential steps of connecting the wand to the floor nozzle, then the handle/hose to the wand, then the pod to the wand, and finally the hose into the pod, with arrows indicating the direction of connection and "click" indicators.

Using Your Vacuum in Upright Mode

A WARNING: DO NOT use to pick up drywall dust, fireplace ash, or embers. DO NOT use as an attachment to power tools for dust collection. These applications present a risk of fire.

What Does the Brushroll Indicator Light Mean?

Solid Green: The brushroll is on and working as it should.
Solid Red: There is a jam in the brushroll area. Turn your vacuum off and remove the blockage.
Flashing Red*: The motorized floor nozzle is overheating. Turn your vacuum off and wait for it to cool down. Next time you are vacuuming that surface, try opening the Suction Control.
No Light: The brushroll is off because the vacuum is in Hard Floor mode.

*See Troubleshooting section for further instructions.

Operation Steps:

Plug power cord into outlet. Place foot on floor nozzle and tilt handle back.
Insert desired tool directly onto wand or handle.
Press power button to turn vacuum on to start cleaning. Please note the brushroll will not spin unless the wand is reclined.

Diagram Description: Shows plugging in the vacuum, tilting the handle back, and pressing the power button. Also shows inserting accessories onto the wand/handle.

The Benefits of Suction Control

Suction Control offers variable suction based on your needs. Slide toward MIN to minimize suction, and slide toward MAX to maximize suction. Suction Control is a way for you to adjust suction power when you are using different tools or vacuuming different surfaces. For example, if you are feeling resistance vacuuming thick carpet or upholstery, opening the suction control to MIN will help reduce your push/pull effort.

Changing Your Floor Nozzles

If your vacuum comes with a Dust-Away™ Hard Floor Attachment, use these instructions.

Motorized Floor Nozzle: Use for deep-cleaning carpets and picking up large debris on hard floors.
Dust-Away Hard Floor Attachment: Use to pick up debris and wipe away fine dust on hard floors. IMPORTANT: Do not use the Dust-Away Hard Floor Attachment without the microfiber pad attached.

Diagram Description: Shows the Motorized Floor Nozzle and the Dust-Away Hard Floor Attachment side-by-side.

Using Your Vacuum in Above-Floor Mode

Press the Handle Release Button (D) when you need to clean within short reach. OR Press the Wand Release Button (H) when you need to clean with a longer reach.
Connect hose into back of pod until you hear a click.
Place tools on their accessory posts.

Diagram Description: Shows pressing the handle release button or wand release button, then connecting the hose to the pod, and placing accessories on the pod's posts.

Using Your Vacuum in Powered Lift-Away™ Mode

A WARNING: Ensure solid footing when using in Lift-Away mode. Using for an application where you lack stability may result in personal injury.

NOTE: You can use the Powered Lift-Away feature with either floor nozzle.

What is Powered Lift-Away? Our Powered Lift-Away feature allows you to remove the pod from the nozzle while maintaining the same power you have in upright mode. This is great for cleaning stairs, under furniture, and in other tight spaces.

Powered Lift-Away Cleaning Steps:

Press Lift-Away Button (G) to lift pod off floor nozzle. You are now ready to clean those hard-to-reach places.
Insert handle into either the motorized floor nozzle or the Dust-Away™ Pro. Now you have a convenient way to clean stairs.
Connect hose into back of pod until you hear a click.

Hold pod in hand to clean in Lift-Away® mode. You cannot use the Dust-Away Hard Floor Attachment in regular upright mode.

Diagram Description: Shows pressing the Lift-Away button to detach the pod, then connecting the handle to the floor nozzle or attachment, and connecting the hose to the pod. Illustrates cleaning stairs.

Maintenance

A WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock and unintended operation, turn power off and unplug unit before servicing.

Emptying the Dust Cup

Pull up on dust cup release latch and lift dust cup off pod.
Hold dust cup over a trash bin and press the empty-release latch on the bottom.

Diagram Description: Shows lifting the dust cup off the pod and then pressing a latch to empty it.

Cleaning the Filters

To keep your vacuum's suction power optimal, follow these instructions. Make sure unit is off and cord is unplugged.

IMPORTANT: Hand wash with water only to prevent damage from cleaning chemicals. Allow ALL filters to dry completely before replacing in the vacuum to prevent liquid from being drawn into electric parts.

Pre-Motor Filters (Foam and Felt)

With the dust cup removed, take out and rinse the foam and felt filters with water. Tap loose dirt off filters between washes as needed.

Diagram Description: Shows the foam and felt filters being rinsed under water.

Post-Motor (HEPA) Filter

To access the HEPA filter, reach under the grill and pull the Filter Access latch to remove the grill. Remove and rinse the HEPA filter. IMPORTANT: Do not use soap when cleaning the HEPA filter.

Diagram Description: Shows accessing the HEPA filter by pulling a latch, removing the filter, and rinsing it.

Recommended Filter Cleaning Schedule:

Pre-Motor Filter Kit (Foam & Felt) XFFT580: Clean every 3 months.
Post-Motor Filter (HEPA) XHEP580: Clean once a year.

Checking for Blockages & Maintaining Brushroll

Use a coin to unlock the 2 locks on the bottom of the floor nozzle.

Lift the base by exposing the airway. Shine a flashlight from the bottom to check for possible blockage in the airway.
Remove any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the brush roll. There is a groove on the brush bar that allows a pair of scissors to cut across it to loosen up the debris.
To reassemble, replace base by lining it up along the front of the nozzle. Rotate closed and lock the 2 locks.

Diagram Description: Shows using a coin to unlock the nozzle base, checking for blockages with a flashlight, cutting debris from the brushroll with scissors, and reassembling the nozzle base.

Troubleshooting Guide