OWNER’S GUIDE

SV1100
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 WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only
WHEN USING YOUR SHARK® CORDLESS VACUUM, GENERAL USE:
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE 14 Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
15 Store the cordless vacuum indoors. Put the cordless
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR SHARK® vacuum away after use to prevent accidents.
CORDLESS VACUUM.
16 Use only as described in this manual. DO NOT use for
any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY:
17 Use only cleaning attachments supplied with this unit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY DO NOT USE OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES. 18 Keep your work area well lit.

1 DO NOT use or charge the unit outdoors. 19 Keep the vacuum moving over the carpet surface at all
times to avoid damaging the carpet fibers.
2 DO NOT use or charge the unit on wet surfaces.
20 DO NOT put any objects into openings.
3 DO NOT immerse vacuum cleaner, charging base or
charging adapter in water or other liquids. 21 DO NOT use with any opening blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce airflow.
4 DO NOT handle vacuum, charging base or charging
adapter with wet hands. 22 DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner without dust cup and
filter in place.
5 DO NOT use charging adapter if power cord has been
damaged. 23 DO NOT vacuum up any liquids.

6 DO NOT abuse the charging adapter cord. 24 DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking
NEVER carry the charging adapter or charging base by such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
the cord. 25 DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible
7 DO NOT unplug the charging adapter by pulling on liquids such as gasoline or use vacuum in areas where
cord; to unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. their fumes may be present.

8 DO NOT use charging adapter with an extension cord. 26 DO NOT pick up toxic solutions such as chlorine bleach,
Plug adapter directly and only in a standard (120V., ammonia or drain cleaner.
60Hz) electrical outlet. 27 DO NOT use in an enclosed space where vapors are
9 DO NOT run the vacuum over the charging adapter present from paint, paint thinner, moth-proofing
cord. substances, flammable dust or other explosive or toxic
materials.
10 Keep charging adapter cord away from heated
surfaces. 28 DO NOT run the vacuum over large-sized objects.

11 DO NOT attempt to use this charging adapter with any 29 DO NOT pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
other product nor attempt to charge this product with nails, screws or coins that could damage the vacuum
another charging adapter. cleaner.

12 Only use charging adapter provided with the vacuum. It 30 DO NOT place vacuum on unstable surfaces such as
is marked “For SV1100 models only”. chairs or tables.

13 Always turn the vacuum off before connecting or 31 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
disconnecting the motorized floor brush. 32 DO NOT allow the vacuum to be used as a toy.
33 Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.

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34 DO NOT use cordless vacuum cleaner, charging base Assembly 4

or charging adapter if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or submerged in water. Return to Using your Cordless Vacuum 5
EURO-PRO Operating LLC for examination, repair or
adjustment. Maximizing the Life of your Battery 5
35 Keep hair, face, loose clothing, fingers and all body Care and Maintenance 6
parts away from openings and moving parts.
36 This product includes rechargeable nickel metal Troubleshooting Guide 9
hydride batteries. Batteries must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Do not incinerate batteries or Replacement Parts 9
expose to high temperatures as they may explode.
Warranty and Registration 11
37 Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme
conditions. If the liquid gets on the skin, wash
immediately with soap and water. If the liquid gets into
the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
38 The battery must be removed from the appliance
before the appliance is discarded.
39 Batteries are to be recycled or disposed of safely.
DUST CUP/FILTER:
40 Before turning on the vacuum: Thank you
• Make sure that the dust cup and filter are securely in
place after routine maintenance.
for purchasing
• Make sure that all components and filters are the Shark®
thoroughly dry after routine cleaning.
• Only use filters and accessories provided by EURO- Cordless Vac
PRO Operating LLC. [Failure to do so will void the
warranty.]

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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 ASSEMBLY

C B

b fig. 2

F c

d
D
G J

Charging
H a
I
Charge
Complete fig. 3
K fig. 1 fig. 4

VACUUM COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY

A Main Body 1 Insert the vacuum body into the 3 This unit is equipped with a
B Handle motorized brush. (fig. 1a) precision charger that monitors
2 Insert the handle pole into the top the batteries to ensure a full
C Screw charge for every use and to extend
of the main body. (fig. 1b)
D Dust Cup the life of the batteries. Depending
3 Use a screwdriver to secure the on usage, the time for a full
E Dust Cup Release handle assembly in place with the charge is 3 to 6 hours.
F Upper Dust Cup Door Release bolt (included). (fig. 1c)
4 One half of the blue LED light
G Lower Dust Cup Door Release 4 Ensure that the dust cup is around the power button will
securely in place. (fig. 1d) illuminate while the unit is
H Motorized Brush
CHARGING charging. When the charge is
I Power Button
complete, the complete oval will
J Charging Adapter 1 The charge adapter plug will fit
be illuminated. (fig. 4)
into the charging base only one
K Charging Base way. Insert the charging adapter If the charging light does not
plug by aligning the arrow on the illuminate, ensure that the
plug with the arrow next to the charging adapter is plugged
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
charging jack on the back of the in properly to the wall outlet
Volts: 14.4
charging base. (fig. 2) and to the back of the charging
base. Also ensure that the
2 Place the vacuum on the charging
unit is properly seated in the
base to charge. Charge the unit
charging base.
for 6 hours before using the
vacuum for the first time. (fig. 3)

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 USING YOUR SHARK ® CORDLESS VACUUM

USE YOUR CORDLESS VACUUM On this setting, the vacuum IMPORTANT: The indicator light
TO CLEAN BARE FLOORS, will run for approximately 17 around the power button will
CARPETS AND RUGS. minutes. flash if the brush roll stops
• Press the button again to switch due to a jam. This feature is
1 Place your foot lightly on the top
to a lower speed optimized for designed to protect the Lifetime
of the motorized brush and tilt the
bare floor cleaning. On this Belt that powers the brushroll.
handle back to release the unit
setting the vacuum will run for See “Restarting After a Jam” on
from the locked upright position.
approximately 24 minutes. The page 8.
• Lightly press the power button
LED lights around the power BARE FLOOR
on the motorized floor brush
button will indicate your speed.
with your foot to turn the
vacuum on to a high speed • Press the button again to turn
optimized for carpet cleaning. the unit off. CARPET

MAXIMIZING THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY RECONDITIONING BATTERY REPLACEMENT

BATTERY If you experience shorter run time over the 1 Push the connector terminals together
1 To enhance battery life, this vacuum life of the vacuum, perform the following until they click into place.
is equipped with an advanced feature battery reconditioning steps. These 2 Replace the new battery pack into the
that will shut off the vacuum when steps can also be performed as monthly battery compartment, taking care to
the battery is almost fully discharged. maintenance for maximum battery life. tuck the wiring completely in so that
If the vacuum shuts off while in use, 1 Charge the vacuum for a minimum of 6 the wiring does not interfere with the
charge the unit until the complete hours. battery access door.
oval around the power button is
illuminated, indicating a full charge. 2 Run the vacuum until it turns itself off. 3 Place the battery door onto the bottom
of the nozzle, slide it back into place
2 Charge the vacuum for 6 hours 3 Charge the vacuum for a minimum of 6
and move the sliding tab next to the
before initial use. After initial use, hours.
door to the lock position.
each recharge will take 3 to 6 hours. BATTERY REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT
A complete oval around the power AND DISPOSAL CAUTION:
button will illuminate when the charge
is complete. The cordless vacuum is powered by Ni-Mh • Use only with battery pack supplied.
batteries, which must be recycled or
3 The precision charger monitors the disposed of properly in accordance • Never use ordinary batteries for
batteries so you don’t have to. A with state, federal and local laws. If replacement as these may leak and
complete charge can take as little as uncertain as to how to remove the battery damage your vacuum
3 hours, but may take up to 6 hours pack, we suggest that you take your • Do not attempt to remove the battery
because the charger monitors battery vacuum to a reputable small appliance pack from the unit to charge.
properties to extend battery life. service technician to have this service
Leaving the unit in the charger past • Never throw the battery pack or the
performed.
the complete charge time will NOT appliance into a fire or incinerate it.
harm the batteries. BATTERY REMOVAL • Do not remove or damage the battery
4 If the vacuum has never been used casing.
1 Ensure that the unit is Off.
or has not been used for an extended • Do not place the batteries on metal
period of time, it will take 3 to 5 2 Never open the battery compartment surfaces.
complete charge and run down cycles except to replace or dispose of the
battery pack. • Do not touch metal parts of the
to realize the full operational time of
batteries together as the batteries will
the vacuum. 3 The battery door is on the bottom of overheat.
5 Do not store or charge in areas of high the floor nozzle. Turn the unit over and
temperature or humidity. push the sliding tab located next to the
battery door to the unlock position.
6 Use only the charge adapter supplied Slide and lift the battery door off of the
with this unit, marked with “For nozzle.
SV1100 Models Only”. If other
chargers are used, the battery can fail 4 Remove the battery pack by pulling on
causing damage to the battery, to the the battery strap.
vacuum, or to personal property. 5 Grasp the white connector terminals
and push down on the lever with your
thumb. Pull to disconnect.
Call customer service at 1 (800) 798-7398 or visit our web site at www.sharkclean.com to order a replacement battery pack.

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 CARE AND MAINTENANCE

fig. 6

fig. 8

fig. 5

fig. 7

CAUTION: Remove the unit from 3 Holding the carry handle, place 5 If you notice hair or other debris
the charging stand before any the dust cup inside a trash wrapped around the metal screen
servicing. receptacle and press the lower in the upper chamber of the
dust cup door release button. dust cup, press the upper dust
EMPTYING THE DUST CUP Gently tap the dust cup to cup door release to open the
dislodge and release dust and top of the dust cup. Lift out the
To maintain the best performance of metal screen, clear any debris and
debris. (fig. 6)
your vacuum, empty the dust cup after replace. Snap the door back into
every use or as debris approaches the Important: If the Dust Cup Door place. (fig. 7)
“MAX FILL” line. Never operate the does not swing open after press-
ing the release button, push the 6 Replace the dust cup by first
vacuum without the dust cup and filter
door open using the bottom door seating the lower part of the dust
in place.
tabs. cup, then pushing in the top part
1 Turn off the vacuum before until it clicks. (fig. 8)
removing the dust cup. 4 Snap the door back in place.

2 Press down on the dust cup

release button (fig. 5) and pull out
the dust cup.

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 fig. 10

fig. 9

fig. 11

CLEANING THE FILTER • DO NOT use a hair dryer or CLEANING THE MOTORIZED
other forced hot air to dry the BRUSH AND CLEARING
Your vacuum has a high efficiency
filter. BLOCKAGES
dust cup to maintain strong suction by
preventing debris from collecting on • DO NOT operate the vacuum An accumulation of hair, string, and
the filter. To maintain strong suction, without the filter in place. other debris may sometimes become
it is important to clean the foam filter • DO NOT operate the vacuum caught and wrapped around the
every month, under normal use. with a wet filter. rotating brush. The motorized brush
1 Turn off the vacuum and remove must be free from debris for maximum
NOTE: It is normal for your foam filter
the dust cup. cleaning performance. To clean the
to discolor over time; it will not
brush roll and clear blockages:
2 Remove the foam filter (fig. 9) and affect the filter performance.
rinse under water until the water 1 Ensure the vacuum is off.
runs clear. (fig. 10) Squeeze the 2 Press the nozzle release button
excess water out of the filter and and remove the motorized brush.
let it air dry for 24 hours before (fig. 11)
replacing.

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 CARE AND MAINTENANCE - cont.

fig. 12 fig. 13 fig. 14

fig. 16b

fig. 15 fig. 16a fig. 17

BRUSH BAR REMOVAL BRUSH BAR INSERTION

3 Make sure you are working 1 For easier cleaning, the brush roll 1 To reinsert the brush roll, first slip
in a well-lit area and turn the can be removed from the nozzle. the black belt onto the white gear
motorized brush over so you can Using a coin, turn the dial next to (fig. 16a), then align the white
see the rotating brush clearly. the brush roll access door to the square on the opposite side of
unlock position. (fig. 13) Remove the brush roll into the square slot.
4 Inspect the rotating brush for
the brush roll access door. (fig. 16b)
a build-up of debris. Remove
(fig. 14) 2 Align the white square on the belt
anything wound around the
brush by carefully cutting it 2 Slip the black belt off of the white side and position into its slot.
with scissors. The brush roll is gear and lift out the brush roll. (fig. 17)
equipped with a raised cutting (fig. 15) 3 Replace the door, inserting the
guide to make inserting scissors wheel side first. Use a coin to
easier. Avoid damaging or cutting move the dial to the lock position.
the bristles. (fig. 12)
RESTARTING AFTER A JAM
5 Use a flashlight to inspect the
neck of the motorized brush and If the indicator light around the power
inside the air duct at the bottom button flashes, the brush bar has
of the main body and remove any jammed and will cease to operate.
debris or blockages. Reattach the 1 Turn the unit off and allow it to
motorized brush, ensuring it clicks cool down for 10 seconds.
into place.
2 Ensure that nothing is blocking
6 Remove the dust cup and use the the motorized brush or wrapped
flashlight to check the air path around the brush bar.
on the spine of the vacuum and
3 Turn the power on and the unit
remove any debris or blockages.
should operate normally.
Then replace the dust cup.
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 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE & REPLACEMENT PARTS

PROBLEM SUGGESTED SOLUTION

Vacuum will not operate 1 The battery may be depleted. Charge the vacuum until the complete oval
around the power button is illuminated, indicating a complete charge.
2 See “Restarting after a jam” on page 8.

Charging indicator does not 1 Check to see if the charge adapter is plugged in properly to the outlet and to
illuminate the charge stand.
2 Ensure that the vacuum is properly seated in the charging base.
3 Ensure there is no debris accumulated on the metal charge contacts on the
back of the nozzle and on the charge base.
4 Ensure that the electrical outlet is supplying power to the charger. Check the
fuse/breaker.

Motorized brush will not work 1 See “Cleaning the Motorized Brush and Clearing Blockages” on page 7 and
“Restarting after a jam” on page 8.
2 Ensure that the motorized brush is properly attached.

Vacuum will not pick up or suction 1 Empty the dust cup container.
power is weak
2 Remove the dust cup filter, check for blockages and remove. Clean or
replace the dust cup filter (See “Replacement Parts” below). Note: It is
important to clean the dust cup filter every month.
3 The battery may need to be charged, charge until the complete oval around
the power button is illuminated.
4 Ensure that the motorized brush is properly attached.

Dust escapes from vacuum 1 Empty the dust cup container.

2 Ensure that the filter is inserted completely into its holder below
the dust cup.
3 Check for punctures in dust cup filter or cracks in the dust cup and replace.

1 Charge the unit until the complete oval around the power button is
Vacuum turns off on its own illuminated.

1 Perform the following steps:

Run time has decreased over time
a Charge the vacuum for a minimum of 6 hours.
b Run the vacuum until it turns itself off.
c Charge the vacuum for a minimum of 6 hours.

REPLACEMENT PARTS
A XA1100 Charging Adapter
B XB1100 Battery pack
C XF1100 Filters (2)

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 Notes

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 WARRANTY & PRODUCT REGISTRATION

EURO-PRO ONE-YEAR (1) LIMITED WARRANTY

EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, when utilized for normal household use, subject to the
following conditions, exclusions and exceptions.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty
period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:
• U.S.: EURO-PRO Operating LLC
For customer service support call 1-800-798-7398
or visit www.sharkclean.com
• Canada: EURO-PRO Operating LLC
4400 Bois Franc, St. Laurent, Québec H4S 1A7
If the appliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO Operating LLC will repair or
replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $13.95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must
be included.*
Non-durable parts including, without limitation, filters, brushes and electrical parts which normally require
replacement are specifically excluded from warranty.
The liability of EURO-PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our
option. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered
with or used for commercial purposes. This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse,
negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit. This warranty does not cover
damage or defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or repairs, service or alterations to the
product or any of its parts, which have been performed by a repair person not authorized by EURO-PRO Operating
LLC.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or conventional
warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Operating LLC if any, is limited to the specific obligations expressly
assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event is EURO-PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental
or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever. Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or
province to province.
* IMPORTANT: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof of purchase date
and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete address and phone number with
a note giving purchase information, model number and what you believe is the problem with item. We
recommend you insure the package (as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the
outside of your package “ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”. We are constantly striving to improve our
products, therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please visit www.sharkclean.com or call 1-800-798-7398 to register your new Shark® product within ten (10) days of
purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase and model number along with your name and
address.
The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering
you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying
instructions.

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 Copyright © 2011 Euro-Pro Operating LLC

USA: Newton, MA 02459

CANADA: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7

Printed in China

Illustrations may differ from actual product.

SV1100.54_110503_2

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