Twin Lite®
Household Type
Vacuum Cleaner
Owner’s Guide
970-975 Series
INDEX
Important Safeguards .............................. 2
Service Information .................................. 4
Use ........................................................... 5
Accessories .............................................. 6
Maintaining............................................ 7-8
Dust Bag & Filters .................................... 8
Problem Solving ....................................... 9
Warranty................................................. 11
Order Form......................... Center of Book
CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ
Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent
être observées, incluant les suivantes:
LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE ASPIRATEUR.
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique ou de blessure:
• Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur à l’extérieur ou sur une surface mouillée.
• Ne pas laisser l’aspirateur seul quand il est branché. Mettre l’interrupteur sur
arrêt et débrancher l’appareil lorsque vous ne l’utilisez pas ou avant l’entretien.
• Ne pas permettre que l’aspirateur soit utilisé comme un jouet. Une attention particu-
lière est nécessaire lorsqu’il est utilisé par ou près d’un enfant.
• Suivre strictement les recommandations d’utilisation de ce manuel. Utiliser unique-
ment les accessoires recommandés par le fabricant.
• Ne jamais utiliser l’aspirateur si le cordon ou la fiche sont endommagés. Si l’aspira-
teur ne fonctionne pas comme il le devrait, s’il a été échappé, s’il est endommagé, s’il
a été laissé à l’extérieur ou échappé dans de l’eau, le retourner à un centre de service
avant de l’utiliser.
• Ne pas l’aspirateur ou le transporter par le cordon. Ne pas utiliser le cordon en guise
de poignée. Ne pas fermer une porte sur le cordon ou tirer le cordon sur des bordures
ou des coins pointus. Ne pas passer l’aspirateur sur le cordon. Tenir le cordon à
distance des surfaces chauffantes.
• Tenir la fiche lorsque vous rebobinez le cordon électrique. Ne pas permettre que la
fiche batte l’air.
• Ne pas utiliser des cordons de rallonge ou des prises qui n’ont pas une capacité
suffisante pour transporter le courant.
• Mettre sur arrêt tous les boutons de commande avant de débrancher.
• Ne pas débrancher l’aspirateur en tirant sur le cordon. Pour débrancher saisir la fiche
et non pas le cordon.
• Ne pas manipuler la fiche ou l’aspirateur les mains mouillées ou faire fonctionner
pieds nus.
• Ne rien insérer dans les ouvertures. Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur si des ouvertures sont
bloquées. Vous assurer qu’elles soient dégagées de poussière, de mousse, de che-
veux ou de tout autre chose qui pourrait réduire le passage de l’air.
• Cet aspirateur crée de la succion. Tenir les parties mobiles et les ouvertures loin des
cheveux, du linge, des doigts et de toute partie du corps.
• Ne pas ramasser des objets qui brûlent ou fument comme les cigarettes, les allumet-
tes ou les cendres chaudes.
• Ne pas utiliser sans que le sac à poussière ou le(s) filtre(s) ne soient en place.
• Porter une attention particulière lorsque vous nettoyez les escaliers.
• Ne pas utiliser pour ramasser des liquides inflammables ou combustibles, comme de
l’essence. Ne pas utiliser dans les endroits ou ces liquides pourraient être présents.
• Entreposer votre aspirateur à l’intérieur, dans un endroit propre et sec.
• Maintenir un bon éclairage à l’endroit où vous travaillez.
• Débrancher les appareils électriques avant de les passer à l’aspirateur.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in 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 to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, cet appareil est muni d’une fiche polarisée
(une des lames est plus large). Cette fiche ne peut être insérée dans une prise polarisée
que d’une seule façon. Si la fiche ne peut être insérée dans la prise, retourner la fiche.
Si la fiche ne peut toujours pas être insérée dans la prise, faire installer une prise adéquate
par un électricien qualifié. Ne pas modifier la fiche.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles. Avoid picking up hard or
sharp objects with the cleaner to avoid bag breakage, hose clogging, or possible
motor damage.
Service Information
The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For additional
service information telephone our toll free number for the nearest Eureka Authorized
Warranty Station. You should know the model, type and serial numbers when you
call:
USA: 1-800-282-2886
Mexico: 5670-6169
Canada: 1-800-282-2886
If you prefer, you can write to The Eureka Company, Service Division, 807 North Main
Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, USA. In Canada write to The Eureka Company, 866
Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Refer to The Eureka Warranty for complete
service information.
DO NOT OIL the motor at any time. The bearings are permanently
lubricated and sealed.
Rating Plate
MODEL
VOLTS
TYPE
SERIAL NO.
HERTZ
The model, type, and serial numbers are
indicated on the rating plate located on the
under side of the cleaner. For prompt and
complete service information, always refer to
these numbers when inquiring about service.
AMPS.
SERVICE INFORMATION: 1-800-282-2886
THE EUREKA COMPANY
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61701
Model & Type______________________ Serial No. _________________________
Automatic Motor Shut-Off
To protect from overheating, this vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermostat which
automatically shuts off the motor if it overheats. Should this happen:
1. Turn off the switch and unplug the cleaner because the thermostat will allow
the cleaner to automatically start running again when the motor cools
(approximately 30 minutes).
2. Check the hose, bag and filter regularly, as a clogged hose, full bag or dirty filter
could cause the motor to overheat.
3. Call a Eureka Service Station if the cleaner will not operate after cooling for
approximately 30 minutes.
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IDENTIFY PARTS OF CLEANER
1
2
3
4
7
8
5
6
1. Cord Rewind Pedal.
2. On/Off Pedal.
3. Bag Indicator (on some models)
4. Hose Inlet
5. Bag Cover Latch (on inside top of bag cover)
6. Carrying Handle
7. Motor Filter
8. Disposable Dust Bag
9. Micron Filter Door
10
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10. Electrical Plug
HOW TO USE
A carpet should be cleaned regularly over heavily traveled areas, and once a week
over the entire carpeted area. Vacuum slowly, making several passes (forward and
backward) over the carpet, covering small areas at a time. The time required to clean
the carpet will depend on several factors–including type of carpet and amount of dirt.
Pull electric plug out from back of cleaner.
Connect Hose
1
2
NOTE: When pulling on
electric cord watch for
a yellow line on the
cord. Then continue
slowly pulling on cord
till you see the red line,
stop. The red line indi-
cates the end of usable cord.
3
Plug into electrical socket.
Push ON/OFF Pedal
4
(A thermostat automatically
shuts the motor off if it
overheats, see Automatic
Motor Shut-Off)
ON/OFF Pedal
5
Cleaning Accessories
Slip the circular end of an accessory tool
onto the end of the hose handle and twist
slightly to secure. If additional reach is
needed, place a wand on the hose handle
first.
Attach wands and cleaning tools
Open the Slip
Ring to reduce
suction.
Mini Crevice Tool
Upholstery Nozzle
Mini Dusting Brush
*Bare Floor Brush
(optional)
Full Size Dusting Brush
Combination
Floor Tool
Bonus Hose
Mini Crevice Tool (stored on back of cleaner): For
crevices, corners, baseboards, between cushions.
Upholstery Nozzle: For curtains, draperies, cushions,
fabrics.
Mini Dusting Brush (stored with mini crevice tool on
back of cleaner): For furniture, blinds, books, lamp
shades, shelves.
Full Size Dusting Brush: For furniture, blinds, books, lamp
shades, shelves.
*Bare Floor Brush: For any type of hard surface floor.
Bonus Hose: Extends reach of hose for easier cleaning.
*May be purchased separately.
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HOW TO MAINTAIN
The instructions given in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To
avoid unnecessary service calls, check the hose, bag and filter often. Clear a clogged
hose with the blower, change the bag if it is full, and clean the motor filter when it is
dirty.
Disposable Dust Bags and Filters
The dust bag and motor filter play a very important roll in the efficiency of the vacuum
cleaner. The purpose of the dust bag is to trap dirt, but at the same time, the paper
bag must be porous enough to allow air to pass through. If the bag or the motor filter
become clogged, no air can pass through the cleaner and no cleaning can take place
regardless of how powerful the unit is. To keep the cleaner operating at maximum
efficiency, change the dust bag frequently and clean the filter as needed. Some fine
particles can restrict airflow very quickly and will decrease performance even before
the bag appears to be full. For that reason, when vacuuming carpet fresheners or
cleaners, powder, plaster dust, or similar fine substances, the bag and filter may need
to be changed more often.
GENUINE
Look for the
symbol.
EUREKA PRODUCT
How to Remove Disposable Dust Bags–Style T
NOTE: Turn off vacuum and unplug the electrical cord before changing dust
bag or cleaning motor filter. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without
the dust bag or filter.
Turn off and unplug cleaner.
1
2
Open bag cover by pushing
latch up with fingers and lifting
bag cover.
3
Locate dust bag frame handle.
Raise dust bag out of dust
bag compartment.
Handle
Latch
Remove dust bag from
dust bag frame.
4
How to Install Disposable Dust Bags–Style T
NOTE: Turn off vacuum and unplug the electrical cord before changing dust
bag or cleaning motor filter. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without
the dust bag or filter.
Latch
1. Turn off and unplug cleaner.
2. Open bag cover by pushing latch up with fingers and
lifting bag cover.
2
3. Remove motor filter and clean by rinsing under warm
water, if heavily soiled. Let completely air dry before
reinstalling.
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How to Install Disposable Dust Bags–Style T (continued)
4. Open bag folds slightly.
Motor
Filter
5. Place dust bag in dust bag frame by
pushing cardboard collar into ledge
on dust bag frame until collar snaps
into position.
3
Cardboard
Collar
5
Dust Bag
6. Place dust bag frame inside dust bag
compartment placing dust bag frame
into the guides at the very front of
the dust bag compartment.
Ledge
Dust
Bag
Frame
7. Swing bag cover lid closed and push
to latch.
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Guides
How to Install Micron Filter
Check the Micron filter with each disposable dust bag change. Replace twice a year or
after every six bag changes.
1. Push Micron filter door latch to the left and pull door out away from cleaner.
2. Micron filter is on the inside
of the filter door. Pull filter
away from the filter door and
Latch
clean or replace.
3. The Micron filter can be
cleaned by brushing over a
trash receptacle.
4. Return the Micron filter to the
back side of the filter door.
Push filter door hinge into slot
on cleaner and swing door
closed until it snaps shut.
Slot
Hinge
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PROBLEM SOLVING
NOTE: Turn OFF the power switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
3
Electric plug
Push plug securely into
outlet.
Motor won’t start
Try another outlet.
Check circuit breaker.
3
Power switch not
turned “ON”
Make sure power switch is
“ON.”
3
3
No suction at end of
hose
Full paper bag
Hose
Replace paper bag.
Remove any clogs from
hose that restrict airflow,
then try again.
3
Front cover not
latched
Push front cover until it
latches firmly.
3
3
Reduced suction
Full paper bag
Slip ring open
Replace paper bag.
Slide slip ring on wand until
hole is covered.
3
3
Hose
Remove any clogs from
hose that restrict airflow,
then try again.
Internal safety
thermostat trips
Unplug cleaner and check
for obstructions in hose,
wands and attachments.
Cleaner shuts off
General questions
Check for full paper bag.
Clean/replace motor filter.
Assembly or related
attachments
3
Call 1-800-282-2886
between 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
central standard time,
Monday through Saturday.
Know the Model number
and Serial number when
you call.
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RANTY
LMITEDW
THUREKA
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©2001 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
Printed in China
Part No. 71572 (11/01)
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