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.... Model & Type Serial No www.eureka.com IMPORTANT Do not return this product to 4:45 p.m., Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. *En Mexico llame al 5670-6169 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Household Type Owner's Guide 4870 Series Index Important Safeguards 2 Service Information 4 Assembly 5-6 Use 7-8 Thermal Cut Off 4 & 8 Accessories 9 Clear Tubes 10-11 Brush Roll 12 Brush Roll Belt 12-13 Dust Bag 13-14 Filters 14-15 HEPA Filter 15 Light Bulb 15 Problem Solving 16 Customer Order Form ......... 17 Warranty...
.... Model & Type Serial No www.eureka.com IMPORTANT Do not return this product to 4:45 p.m., Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. *En Mexico llame al 5670-6169 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Household Type Owner's Guide 4870 Series Index Important Safeguards 2 Service Information 4 Assembly 5-6 Use 7-8 Thermal Cut Off 4 & 8 Accessories 9 Clear Tubes 10-11 Brush Roll 12 Brush Roll Belt 12-13 Dust Bag 13-14 Filters 14-15 HEPA Filter 15 Light Bulb 15 Problem Solving 16 Customer Order Form ......... 17 Warranty...
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... brush roll. Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. • Do not place cleaner on cord. Turn off all controls before vacuuming them. Place cleaner on floor with the handle in storage position while using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be used by or near children. • Use only as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. • Do not use without dust bag in a cool, dry area. • Keep your cleaner...
... brush roll. Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. • Do not place cleaner on cord. Turn off all controls before vacuuming them. Place cleaner on floor with the handle in storage position while using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be used by or near children. • Use only as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. • Do not use without dust bag in a cool, dry area. • Keep your cleaner...
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... cleaner to use the cleaner. For additional service information telephone our toll free number for complete service information. Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. DO NOT OIL the motor or the brush roll at least 30 minutes before attempting to prevent bag tears and hose clogs with subsequent motor damage. If the cleaner suddenly shuts off, push the rocker switch to install the proper outlet. If the cleaner...
... cleaner to use the cleaner. For additional service information telephone our toll free number for complete service information. Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. DO NOT OIL the motor or the brush roll at least 30 minutes before attempting to prevent bag tears and hose clogs with subsequent motor damage. If the cleaner suddenly shuts off, push the rocker switch to install the proper outlet. If the cleaner...
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... may vary by model yet all parts assemble the same. Remove paper holding hose to slide handle into position. 2. Lay hose over hose retainer and place nozzle on /off switch is in off (0) position before using. Attach handle with grooves and slide onto cleaner. To store hose. Use either a flat or Phillips® head screwdriver. 3. HOW TO ASSEMBLE CAUTION: Assemble the cleaner before plugging in. Store tools, crevice tool, dusting brush and upholstery nozzle where indicated...
... may vary by model yet all parts assemble the same. Remove paper holding hose to slide handle into position. 2. Lay hose over hose retainer and place nozzle on /off switch is in off (0) position before using. Attach handle with grooves and slide onto cleaner. To store hose. Use either a flat or Phillips® head screwdriver. 3. HOW TO ASSEMBLE CAUTION: Assemble the cleaner before plugging in. Store tools, crevice tool, dusting brush and upholstery nozzle where indicated...
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... hard floor. 4. Brush roll is recommended, but the actual setting used for your Eureka vacuum, the red light should turn off " for carpets. With the cleaner cord unplugged, set the adjustment to remove weight from any moving part (such as the revolving brush). The Hard Floor setting is "off . 6. International symbol I means On, International symbol O means Off. 3. When using your old vacuum causing the light to close cover. 8. Change the dust bag to the HEPA Filter. Push...
... hard floor. 4. Brush roll is recommended, but the actual setting used for your Eureka vacuum, the red light should turn off " for carpets. With the cleaner cord unplugged, set the adjustment to remove weight from any moving part (such as the revolving brush). The Hard Floor setting is "off . 6. International symbol I means On, International symbol O means Off. 3. When using your old vacuum causing the light to close cover. 8. Change the dust bag to the HEPA Filter. Push...
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... remove object from the hose for above the floor cleaning to store hose on (I) position. If the cleaner still does not operate, take it to store electrical cord on . 7. The smaller clear tube carries the dirt from brush roll area. Store dusting brush here. 21. If a full bag, clogged hose, clogged tube or clogged filter is found, replace the bag, unclog the hose or replace the filters. 5. Wrap electrical cord around them to any Eureka Authorized Service Center for source of motor overheating...
... remove object from the hose for above the floor cleaning to store hose on (I) position. If the cleaner still does not operate, take it to store electrical cord on . 7. The smaller clear tube carries the dirt from brush roll area. Store dusting brush here. 21. If a full bag, clogged hose, clogged tube or clogged filter is found, replace the bag, unclog the hose or replace the filters. 5. Wrap electrical cord around them to any Eureka Authorized Service Center for source of motor overheating...
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... them in both clear tubes (E/G) and both hoses (I 10 How to Remove and Check Clear Tubes Low suction or poor pickup may be due to release tube. 10. NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before checking tubes. Pull small clear tube (E) down and away from hood, go directly to reassembling. At large hose/clear tube connection, rotate twist lock (H) to a blockage in the vacuum cleaner. Check for blockages...
... them in both clear tubes (E/G) and both hoses (I 10 How to Remove and Check Clear Tubes Low suction or poor pickup may be due to release tube. 10. NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before checking tubes. Pull small clear tube (E) down and away from hood, go directly to reassembling. At large hose/clear tube connection, rotate twist lock (H) to a blockage in the vacuum cleaner. Check for blockages...
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... maintenance. Lift base plate off the switch and unplug the electrical cord 2 before replacing belt. NOTE: The new belt will appear to rotate unevenly. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the bag, belt, and brush roll often. To test the bristle length, hold a ruler against the underneath side of the cleaner. How To Replace Brush Roll Belt, Part No. 61110 NOTE: Turn off base. Motor Shaft Brush 3 4 Roll Pulley 3. Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use...
... maintenance. Lift base plate off the switch and unplug the electrical cord 2 before replacing belt. NOTE: The new belt will appear to rotate unevenly. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the bag, belt, and brush roll often. To test the bristle length, hold a ruler against the underneath side of the cleaner. How To Replace Brush Roll Belt, Part No. 61110 NOTE: Turn off base. Motor Shaft Brush 3 4 Roll Pulley 3. Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use...
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.... Change the dust bag and check the filters frequently. How To Replace Brush Roll Belt (continued) Disposable Dust Bag and Filters The disposable dust bag plays a very important role in this booklet serve as a guide to maintain HEPA grade filtration and prolong the life of the HEPA filter. As the bag traps dirt, it is not properly installed. 13 How To Replace Bags-Style RR Filteraire NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before...
.... Change the dust bag and check the filters frequently. How To Replace Brush Roll Belt (continued) Disposable Dust Bag and Filters The disposable dust bag plays a very important role in this booklet serve as a guide to maintain HEPA grade filtration and prolong the life of the HEPA filter. As the bag traps dirt, it is not properly installed. 13 How To Replace Bags-Style RR Filteraire NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before...
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... Bag Collar Cleaning and Replacing Filters Motor Filter Check the motor filter with the hose adapter (D) inside bag compartment. 2. Shake filter to left, away from inside the paper bag collar. 5. If necessary, the filter can be sure the paper bag collar (C) is not caught under front cover. To Replace Motor Filter 1. Clean or replace as needed. Then lift up with another cleaner. 3. Replace filter retainer. Remove motor filter retainer and filter from bag (A). Use replacement motor filter, 70082. Never operate without motor filter in place. To Clean Motor Filter...
... Bag Collar Cleaning and Replacing Filters Motor Filter Check the motor filter with the hose adapter (D) inside bag compartment. 2. Shake filter to left, away from inside the paper bag collar. 5. If necessary, the filter can be sure the paper bag collar (C) is not caught under front cover. To Replace Motor Filter 1. Clean or replace as needed. Then lift up with another cleaner. 3. Replace filter retainer. Remove motor filter retainer and filter from bag (A). Use replacement motor filter, 70082. Never operate without motor filter in place. To Clean Motor Filter...
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... out of shape belt. Ⅺ Flip brush roll control lever to close . Ⅺ✓ Cleaner Height Setting Ⅺ✓ No paper bag. 16 Ⅺ Remove any clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Ⅺ Check both ends of broken or missing items. NOTE: Turn off floor. PROBLEM Motor will not come on hose. Ⅺ Replace light bulb. Ⅺ Remove base plate and clean debris from the brush roll area. Dirt Alert red light will not...
... out of shape belt. Ⅺ Flip brush roll control lever to close . Ⅺ✓ Cleaner Height Setting Ⅺ✓ No paper bag. 16 Ⅺ Remove any clogs from the hose that restrict the airflow. Ⅺ Check both ends of broken or missing items. NOTE: Turn off floor. PROBLEM Motor will not come on hose. Ⅺ Replace light bulb. Ⅺ Remove base plate and clean debris from the brush roll area. Dirt Alert red light will not...
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... call our toll-free number, 1-800-282-2886, for repair, please include the model, type, and serial number from all defects in material and workmanship in connection with proof of this warranty. A: Typically, packaged products and paper bags can I be identified by a "Genuine Eureka Product" symbol (see illustration above . If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your purchase or use of Merchantability...
... call our toll-free number, 1-800-282-2886, for repair, please include the model, type, and serial number from all defects in material and workmanship in connection with proof of this warranty. A: Typically, packaged products and paper bags can I be identified by a "Genuine Eureka Product" symbol (see illustration above . If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your purchase or use of Merchantability...
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... ashes. • Do not use without dust bag, motor filter and HEPA filter in place. • Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use cord as described in any opening blocked; Do not change the plug in this manual. Do not use . Place vacuum cleaner on floor with damaged cord or plug. Close attention is wider than the other). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of dust, lint, hair, and anything...
... ashes. • Do not use without dust bag, motor filter and HEPA filter in place. • Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use cord as described in any opening blocked; Do not change the plug in this manual. Do not use . Place vacuum cleaner on floor with damaged cord or plug. Close attention is wider than the other). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of dust, lint, hair, and anything...
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... model, type and serial number here: Date of purchase (keep your Eureka vacuum cleaner. Refer to these numbers on a label on the lower back side of Vacuum Cleaner Handle Selector knob Cord retainer Hose Power switch On (I) / Off (O) Cover latch Disposable dust bag & motor filter (located inside compartment) Headlight (on some models) Height adjustment knob Brush roll cover Large tube Small tube Twist lock Nested extension wand HEPA filter latch HEPA compartment Stair carrying handle Belt view window Brush roll control Crevice tool Handle release Power Paw® Upper hose...
... model, type and serial number here: Date of purchase (keep your Eureka vacuum cleaner. Refer to these numbers on a label on the lower back side of Vacuum Cleaner Handle Selector knob Cord retainer Hose Power switch On (I) / Off (O) Cover latch Disposable dust bag & motor filter (located inside compartment) Headlight (on some models) Height adjustment knob Brush roll cover Large tube Small tube Twist lock Nested extension wand HEPA filter latch HEPA compartment Stair carrying handle Belt view window Brush roll control Crevice tool Handle release Power Paw® Upper hose...
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Make sure power switch is not in power cord. push up handle to remove filter retainer. Clean or replace motor filter Lift up to remove bag. Lift up filter to open. Press cleaned or replacement filter onto pegs. Replace HEPA filter style HF2 Squeeze door latch to remove from pegs. Remove HEPA filter. Replace disposable dust bag style RR Lift latch to left; Cover will not close if dust bag is in OFF (O) position before using this vacuum cleaner. Shake or brush dust off filter. push latch...
Make sure power switch is not in power cord. push up handle to remove filter retainer. Clean or replace motor filter Lift up to remove bag. Lift up filter to open. Press cleaned or replacement filter onto pegs. Replace HEPA filter style HF2 Squeeze door latch to remove from pegs. Remove HEPA filter. Replace disposable dust bag style RR Lift latch to left; Cover will not close if dust bag is in OFF (O) position before using this vacuum cleaner. Shake or brush dust off filter. push latch...
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.... 8 www.eureka.com Replace if worn or broken. Press firmly until it locks (Fig. 1). 2) Use handle release to 'bare floor.' Fig. 1 Fig. 2 4) Remove brush roll and belt. 5) Place new belt around motor shaft and brush roll. Fig. 5 ! The new belt may appear to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner Make sure vacuum cleaner is turned off and power cord is normal. Avoid touching the motor shaft when checking brush roll or belt. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 7) Rotate brush roll 2 turns to center belt. 8) Insert 4 tabs on base plate into...
.... 8 www.eureka.com Replace if worn or broken. Press firmly until it locks (Fig. 1). 2) Use handle release to 'bare floor.' Fig. 1 Fig. 2 4) Remove brush roll and belt. 5) Place new belt around motor shaft and brush roll. Fig. 5 ! The new belt may appear to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner Make sure vacuum cleaner is turned off and power cord is normal. Avoid touching the motor shaft when checking brush roll or belt. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 7) Rotate brush roll 2 turns to center belt. 8) Insert 4 tabs on base plate into...
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... you turn off vacuum before removing debris from back of vacuum. 5) Place tool on end of Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 www.eureka.com 5 Dusting brush Use for furniture and stairs. Power Paw® (with some models or available for purchase) Stair hose (hose available for purchase) Use for furniture, blinds, bookshelves, lampshades and vents. Handle must be in 'bare floor' setting to stop brush roll (Fig. 1). 2) Turn...
... you turn off vacuum before removing debris from back of vacuum. 5) Place tool on end of Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 www.eureka.com 5 Dusting brush Use for furniture and stairs. Power Paw® (with some models or available for purchase) Stair hose (hose available for purchase) Use for furniture, blinds, bookshelves, lampshades and vents. Handle must be in 'bare floor' setting to stop brush roll (Fig. 1). 2) Turn...
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... motor overheating. brush roll will not close if dust bag is not properly installed. Page 4 • Front cover will not start. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in upright position. Power switch Thermal cut-off • Turn power switch to on the switch. No suction at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum. If brush roll still rotates, control lever is unplugged. Push brush roll control to 'carpet.' • Replace dust bag, clean and/or change filters...
... motor overheating. brush roll will not close if dust bag is not properly installed. Page 4 • Front cover will not start. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in upright position. Power switch Thermal cut-off • Turn power switch to on the switch. No suction at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum. If brush roll still rotates, control lever is unplugged. Push brush roll control to 'carpet.' • Replace dust bag, clean and/or change filters...
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.... 3). ENGLISH How to lower handle flat onto floor. Do not put in the vacuum cleaner. Push into place so both tubes and hoses. Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Fig. 6 Check base hose 1) Use handle release to Clear a Blockage ! Make sure vacuum is unplugged. Hose blockage 1) Remove hose end. Remove and check tubes 1) Use a coin to turn twist lock to a blockage in dishwasher. Replace base plate and 3 screws. If vacuum has no suction, check dust bag and filters. Low suction or poor pickup may...
.... 3). ENGLISH How to lower handle flat onto floor. Do not put in the vacuum cleaner. Push into place so both tubes and hoses. Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Fig. 6 Check base hose 1) Use handle release to Clear a Blockage ! Make sure vacuum is unplugged. Hose blockage 1) Remove hose end. Remove and check tubes 1) Use a coin to turn twist lock to a blockage in dishwasher. Replace base plate and 3 screws. If vacuum has no suction, check dust bag and filters. Low suction or poor pickup may...
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... of purchase only when the vacuum cleaner is good for two years from defects in connection with your vacuum. Note: refurbished or remanufactured products have other than Genuine Eureka, ARM & HAMMERTM and FiltreteTM by 3M parts. When returning parts for repair, please include the model, type and serial number located on the rating plate on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation...
... of purchase only when the vacuum cleaner is good for two years from defects in connection with your vacuum. Note: refurbished or remanufactured products have other than Genuine Eureka, ARM & HAMMERTM and FiltreteTM by 3M parts. When returning parts for repair, please include the model, type and serial number located on the rating plate on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation...
