THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE
Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Dirt DevilB Platinum Force"' Upright. Dirt DevilB
is pleased that you have selected this quality product and we hope it exceeds your expectations.
The Platinum F o r c e Upright with the patented Center Power Path" and 12 AMP motor delivers
the power required for all of your cleaning needs. In addition, the MicroFresh bag and HEPA
media filter keep the allergens and dust in the bag, where they belong. The automatic hose and
on-board tools are ready-to-use when you need them for above floor or upholstery cleaning.
Other features make cleaning easier such as the full bag indicator, the 7-position height adjust-
ment, edge cleaning bristles, and a Scuff G u a r d bumper.
Thank you for your support of Dirt Devilm.We are very proud of our products and hope that you
are equally satisfied with their quality and performance.
Visit our website at www.dirtdevil.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Feature Descriptions
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How To Assemble
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How To Operate
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Carpet Settings
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Transporting Cleaner
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Above Floor Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6
Paper Bag Removal and Replacement
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HEPA Filter Removal and Replacement
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Beltstorage
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Belt or Brushroll Removal and Replacement
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General Maintenance
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Filter Pad Removal and Replacement
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Lightbulb Removal and Replacement
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Troubleshooting Guide
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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To the consumer, Royal Appliance Mfg. Go. warrants this vacuum cleaner to be free of defects in material or workmanship commencing upon the date of the origi-
nal purchase. Refer to your vacuum cleaner carton for the length of warranty and save your original sales receipt to validate start of warranty period.
If the vacuum cleaner should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any defective parts free of charge. The complete machine must
be delivered -to
any ROYAL*Authorized Sales &Warranty Service Station. Please include complete description of the problem, day of purchase, copy of orig-
inal sales receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If you are not near a Warranty Station, call the factory for assistance in the USA & CANADA:
1-800-321-1134. Use only genuine Royal* replacement parts.
The warranty does not include unusual wear, damage resulting from accident or unreasonable use of the vacuum cleaner. This warranty does not cover brushes, bags,
flat belts, filters, bulbs or fan damage. This warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights. (Other rights may vary from state to state in the USA).