SHARK IONFLEX IC205 (01) PDF MANUAL

SHARK IONFLEX IC205 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

How do you install the ION Power Pack Battery?

Slide the ION Power Pack Battery into the slot on the back of the handheld vacuum. To remove, pinch the release tab and slide the ION Power Pack Battery out of the handheld vacuum.

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How do you charge the ION Power Pack Battery using the ION Power Pack Battery charger?

Connect the ION Power Pack Battery Charger to the port on the side of the ION Power Pack Battery, then plug the charger into a wall outlet. The ION Power Pack Battery can be charged whether it is inside or outside the handheld vacuum.

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How do you charge your ION Power Pack Battery using the ION Power Pack Battery Charging Dock?

Connect the ION Power Pack Battery Charger to the Charging Dock. Place the power pack onto the dock, then connect the charger to a wall outlet.

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What do the LED lights on the ION Power Pack Battery mean while it’s in use?

As the ION Power Pack discharges, its 3 LED lights will gradually turn off in sequential order. When less than 5% of charge remains, the bottom LED light will flash, indicating a charge is needed.

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What do the LED lights on the ION Power Pack Battery mean while it’s charging?

As the ION Power Pack Battery charges, the lights will first blink and then illuminate steadily, in sequential order. All 3 lights will glow steadily upon receiving a full charge, and then turn off after a short period. This preserves long-term battery life and allows the battery to remain connected to the charger even after reaching full charge.

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How long does it take to fully charge the ION Power Pack?

It takes approximately 3.5 hours for a full charge.

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What happens to the ION Power Pack Battery capacity over time?

The ION Power Pack, like all lithium-ion products, will naturally decrease in capacity over time from the 100% capacity of a new battery.

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How do you recycle your ION Power Pack Battery?

When your ION Power Pack Battery needs to be replaced, dispose of it or recycle it in accordance with local ordinances or regulations. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in the trash or in a municipal solid waste stream. Return spent power packs to an authorized recycling center or to a retailer for recycling. Contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent power pack.

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How do you assemble your vacuum?

1. Insert the wand into the DuoClean™ floor nozzle, pressing it in until it clicks securely into place.
2. Insert the handheld vacuum into the top of the wand, pressing it in until it clicks securely into place.

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How do you use the MultiFLEX™ wand to access hard-to-reach areas?

Press the MultiFLEX Wand button to position the wand to a lower angle. This will allow you to easily access hard-to-reach areas under furniture without having to bend down.

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How do you use the MultiFLEX™ wand to start vacuuming?

Press the Power button, then recline the wand to start the brushrolls.

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How do you store the MultiFLEX™ wand?

Press the MultiFLEX Wand Lock Release button and gently fold the handheld vacuum forward toward the floor nozzle until it locks in storage mode. Use the handle to carry the vacuum to its storage location. To take the vacuum out of storage mode, press the MultiFLEX Wand Lock Release button while lifting up the handheld vacuum. When straightened, the wand will lock in place.

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What does the brushroll indicator light mean?

• Solid Green: The brushrolls are on and working as they should.
• Solid Red: There is a jam in the brushroll area. Turn your vacuum off and remove the blockage.
• No Light: The brushrolls are off because the vacuum is off, or the nozzle is not correctly connected to the wand or handheld vacuum.

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How do you use Smart Response™ Technology?

The Smart Response Technology lets you select the ideal power setting and brushroll speed for each cleaning job.

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How do you choose a surface setting?

• CARPET setting: For cleaning high pile carpets. Both brushrolls spin faster, working together to pick up debris below the surface of your carpets.
• FLOOR setting: For cleaning bare floors and area rugs. The brushroll and the Soft Roller both spin together slowly to gently clean hard floors and delicate rugs. The Soft Roller traps fine dust and large particles, while the brushroll directs that debris to the suction channel.

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How do you choose a suction setting?

There are 2 suction settings:

• EXTEND RUNTIME: For everyday cleaning.
• MAX POWER: Maximum power for heavy-duty cleaning.

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Does the Max Power suction setting drain the ION Power Pack Battery faster?

Yes, the MAX POWER setting drains the ION Power Pack Batteries faster than the EXTEND RUNTIME setting.

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Which settings should you use for deep carpet cleaning per ASTM F608?

Use the Carpet and Max Power settings.

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How do you use your vacuum in above-floor mode to clean for long reach cleaning?

1. Stand the vacuum upright. Step on the foot pedal and pull the wand up to disconnect it from the DuoClean floor nozzle. Press the MultiFLEX™ Wand button to vacuum with the wand at a lower angle.
2. Attach the desired cleaning accessory to the wand.

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How do you use your vacuum in above-floor mode to clean for short reach cleaning?

1. Press the MultiFLEX™ Wand Release button on the top of the wand to disconnect it from the handheld vacuum.
2. Attach the desired cleaning accessory to the handheld vacuum.

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Where can you purchase additional accessories for the vacuum?

You can purchase additional accessories for your vacuum at sharkaccessories.com.

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How do you empty the dust cup?

1. To empty the dust cup, first, remove the handheld vacuum from the wand by pressing the Wand Release button and pulling up on the handheld vacuum.
2. Position the dust cup over a trash bin, then open the bottom of the dust cup by pressing the Dust Cup Release button on the side.

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When should you empty the dust cup?

Empty the dust cup when debris reaches the MAX fill line.

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How do you clean the filters?

1. To clean the foam filter, remove the filter cover lid on the top of the handheld vacuum and slide off the foam filter. Rinse the foam filter with water. Tap loose dirt off the filter between washes as needed. Once completely dry, reinsert the felt filter and close the filter cover lid.
2. To clean the felt filter, remove the cover on the bottom of the handheld vacuum by pressing the release button. Remove the felt filter. Rinse with water. Once the foam filter is completely dry, return it to the filter frame, then replace the filter frame and the filter cover.

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What is the recommended filter cleaning schedule?

Clean the Pre-Motor Filter Kit (Foam & Felt) once a month.

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How do you maintain the brushroll?

1. To start, first remove the nozzle from the wand and/or handvac.
2. Open the brushroll garage by sliding both release buttons away from you, toward the back of the floor nozzle, then lifting off the garage lid. Remove any string, hair, or debris that may be wrapped around the brushroll by running scissors or the lower corner of the garage lid along the guide on the brushroll.
3. Close the brushroll garage by inserting the tabs on the lid into the slots on the floor nozzle, then pressing down on the lid, above the headlights, until both sides click into place.
4. Both sides must be clicked in properly for operation.

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How do you maintain the soft roller?

1. To start, first remove the nozzle from the wand and/or handvac.
2. Open the brushroll garage by sliding both release buttons away from you, toward the back of the floor nozzle, then lifting off the brushroll garage lid. Lift out the Soft Roller by the tab on the right side. Clean off any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the Soft Roller, and remove debris from the roller housing.
3. Wash the Soft Roller as needed, using only water. Air-dry completely for at least 24 hours before returning it to the brushroll garage.
4. Reinsert the Soft Roller by sliding it into the front of the floor nozzle until it clicks into place. Close the brushroll garage by inserting the tabs on the garage lid into the slots on the floor nozzle, then pressing down on the lid, above the headlights, until both sides click into place.

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How do you check for blockages in the handheld, wand, and floor nozzle?

1. Turn off the vacuum and remove the ION Power Pack.
2. Remove the wand from the handheld vacuum and check all intake openings to the dust cup.
3. Remove the floor nozzle from the wand and check the wand for blockages.
4. Tilt the neck of the floor nozzle back to straighten the airway to remove blockages.

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What do you do if the vacuum is not picking up debris, there is no suction or light suction?

• Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow instructions for rinsing and completely air-drying the filters before reinserting in the vacuum.
• The dust cup may be full; empty the dust cup.
• Check the floor nozzle for blockages; clear blockages if required.
• Remove any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the brushroll and Soft Roller or trapped behind the Soft Roller.
• Check the connection between the handvac and wand for blockages; clear blockages if required. If the issue persists, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.

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What do you do if the vacuum lifts area rugs?

• Check that the vacuum is in EXTEND RUNTIME mode. Take care when vacuuming area rugs or rugs with delicately sewn edges.
• Turn off the unit to disengage the brushroll and restart with the Power button.

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What do you do if the brushroll/soft roller does not spin?

• If the Brushroll Indicator Light on the floor nozzle turns red, the brushroll and/or Soft Roller have stopped spinning. Immediately turn off and remove the ION Power Pack from the handheld vacuum and remove the blockage before reconnecting and turning the vacuum back on. If the light turns green, the blockage has been successfully cleared. If it remains red, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.
• If the headlights are not illuminated, there is a connection issue between the handheld vacuum, wand, and nozzle. Try disconnecting and reattaching the pieces. If the headlights still do not illuminate, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.

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What do you do if the vacuum turns off on its own?

There are several possible reasons for the vacuum turning off on its own, including blockages, ION Power Pack issues, and overheating. If the vacuum turns off on its own, perform the following steps:

1. Check the LED lights on the ION Power Pack to see if it needs to be recharged. If the power pack does not need charging, turn off the vacuum and remove the power pack.
2. Empty the dust cup and clean filters (see the Maintenance section).
3. Check the wand, accessories, and inlet openings and remove any blockages.
4. Allow the unit and ION Power Pack to cool for at least 45 minutes, until it returns to room temperature.
5. Return the power pack to the vacuum and press the Power button.

Note: If the vacuum still does not operate properly, contact Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.

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What do you do if the LED lights on the ION Power Pack are flashing?

• If the top 2 or bottom 2 LED lights are flashing, call Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.
• Bottom LED light is flashing: ION Power Pack needs to be charged.
• Top and bottom LED lights are flashing: ION Power Pack temperature is not optimal, so charging is temporarily paused. Leave the power pack plugged in and charging will resume soon.

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What does it mean if the FLOOR and CARPET LEDs alternate illuminating?

The unit temperature is high. Turn off the vacuum. While the unit is cooling, look for blockages and remove any that are found. Filters may also need to be cleaned.

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What does it mean if the EXTEND RUNTIME and MAX POWER LEDs are flashing together?

Blockage detected. Turn off the unit and remove the blockage.

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What does it mean if the headlights aren’t illuminating?

The brushroll garage is not properly closed. Close the garage by inserting the tabs on the garage lid into the slots in the floor nozzle, then pressing down on the lid, above the headlights, until both sides click into place.

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How long is the limited battery warranty?

The limited battery warranty is 2 years.

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What is covered by the limited battery warranty?

1. The original ION Power Pack, deemed defective, in SharkNinja’s sole discretion, will be replaced for up to 2 years from the original purchase date.
2. In the rare event that a replacement battery is issued, the warranty coverage for the replacement battery ends six months following the receipt date of the replacement battery or the remainder of the existing warranty, whichever is greater.

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What is not covered by the limited battery warranty?

1. Normal wear and tear of the ION Power Pack, which requires optimal temperature storage and operation to ensure the proper functioning of your battery, is not covered by this warranty.
2. Any battery that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
3. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, or negligent handling, or damage due to mishandling in transit.
4. Consequential and incidental damages.
5. Defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or from repairs, service, or alteration to the product or any of its parts which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by SharkNinja.
6. Products purchased, used, or operated outside of North America.

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What do you do if you are having problems with your battery?

If your ION Power Pack fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, visit sharkclean.com for product care/maintenance self-help. Our Customer Service and product specialists are also available at 1-800-798-7398 to assist with product support and warranty service options. SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the battery to us for replacement. A fee of $19.95 for return shipping costs will be charged at the time of return shipment of the replacement battery.

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How do you initiate a warranty claim for your battery?

You can call 1-800-798-7398 to have a Customer Service specialist assist you. Please note you must call 1-800-798-7398 to initiate a warranty claim. For Customer Service hours, visit sharkclean.com. Replacement ION Power Packs are available for purchase at sharkclean.com/batteries.

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How long is the limited warranty?

The limited warranty is 5 years. The ION Power Pack is not covered by the 5-year warranty (See the battery warranty).

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What is covered by the limited warranty?

1. The original unit and/or non-wearable components deemed defective, in SharkNinja’s sole discretion, will be repaired or replaced for up to 5 years from the original purchase date.
2. In the rare event that a replacement unit is issued, the warranty coverage ends six months following the receipt date of the replacement unit or the remainder of the existing warranty, whichever is greater. If the unit is replaced, SharkNinja reserves the right to replace the unit with one of equal or greater value.

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What is not covered by the limited warranty?

1. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts such as foam filters, HEPA filters, pads, etc., which require regular maintenance and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit are not covered by this warranty.
2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
3. SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the unit to us for repair or replacement. A fee of $19.95 for return shipping costs will be charged at the time of return shipment of the repaired or replacement unit.
4. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, or negligent handling, or damage due to mishandling in transit.
5. Consequential and incidental damages.
6. Defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or from repairs, service, or alteration to the product or any of its parts which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by SharkNinja.
7. Products purchased, used, or operated outside of North America.

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What do you do if you have problems with your unit or need service?

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, visit sharkclean.com for product care/maintenance self-help. Our Customer Service and product specialists are also available at 1-800-798-7398 to assist with product support and warranty service options.

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How do you initiate a warranty claim for your unit?

You can call 1-800-798-7398 to have a Customer Service specialist assist you. Please note you must call 1-800-798-7398 to initiate a warranty claim. Return and Packing Instruction information will be provided at that time. For Customer Service hours, visit sharkclean.com. Replacement parts are available for purchase at sharkclean.com. For more information on which parts are classified as wearable and non-wearable, please visit sharkclean.com/warranty.