Max Burton
®
Cordless/Rechargeable Vacuum #6981
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all instructions before operating•
Do not immerse cord or unit in water or other liquids•
Do not place vacuum nozzle or attachments near face, eyes or ears during operation•
No not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches, or hot •
ashes
Donotusewithoutlterinplaceorwhenitiscloggedordirty•
Do not use for anything other than its intended use•
To avoid health hazards from vapors or dust, do not vacuum toxic materials•
To avoid damage to your vacuum, store in an area where the temperature will not exceed •
100°F
Toavoidinjury,shock,orre,neveruseadamagedvacuumorcord•
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of •
dust,lint,hairandanythingthatmayreduceairow.Keephair,looseclothing,andngers
away from openings and moving parts.
Unplug when not in use and before cleaning the unit•
Sparksinsideofthemotorcanigniteammablevaporsordust.Toavoidreorexplosion•
donotvacuumorusenearammableorcombustibleliquidsorgasses.
The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause personal injury•
Always use the provided chargers. Do not use with unauthorized chargers.•
For sanitary purposes, never leave wet debris in the vacuum•
Administer close supervision when using around children•
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
MOUNTING THE CHARGING BRACKET
I1. nsert the 120V adapter plug into the charging bracket and turn 90° to lock it into position.
Select a position on the wall near a 120V electrical socket and mark on the walls the points 2.
on the wall where the mounting screws will be placed.
Use a 5mm drill bit to drill the holes for the mounting screws and insert the plastic anchors 3.
provided.
Place the mounting bracket against the wall and screw in the mounting screws into the 4.
drilled holes, leaving about ¼” protruding from the wall.
Hang the bracket on the screws and tighten the screws until snug against the mounting 5.
bracket.
CHARGING
Beforeusingthevacuumforthersttime,allowthebatterytofullycharge.
Make sure the vacuum is not on.1.
Insert the 120V or 12V charger into the power input on the vacuum. Which charger you 2.
choose depends on your preferred method of charging. If charging from the wall mounting
bracket, slide the vacuum into the bracket to begin charging.
Insert the charger into either a 120V AC wall outlet or 12V DC power receptacle in a 3.
vehicle.
The red CHARGING INDICATOR light will illuminate on the vacuum to show that it is 4.
charging. Allow 14-16 hours for a full charge using either AC or DC method.
When charging is complete, unplug the charger from the power outlet and then from the 5.
vacuum.
CHARGING IN VEHICLES
Make sure that your battery is strong and in good working condition before plugging the •
vacuum into your vehicle’s 12-volt power receptacle.
Do not charge the vacuum if your vehicle’s electrical system is weak or damaged.•
Periodically check your vehicle’s charging system for continued successful use.•
OPERATION
This vacuum may be used to pick up wet or dry debris. Use the appropriate attachment for your
application.
Slide and hold the ON/OFF switch in the ON position to turn on. The vacuum will turn off 1.
when the switch is released.
May be used without an attachment, but if one is required, slide it into the nozzle of the 2.
canister.
Vacuum in any direction until the area is clean.3.
NOTE:Whencleaningwetdebris,emptydustcontainerrstandtrytokeepthevacuum
horizontal.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
Open the battery door. Unscrew the wire nuts and remove the old batteries. Replace with new
batteries(seespecicationfortype)andreattachthewirenuts.
CLEANING & STORAGE
Before storing, the dust container should be emptied and cleaned. 1.
Hold the vacuum cleaner with the nozzle pointing down.2.
Press the release button and remove the dust container from the motor.3.
Dismantlethelterandliquidseparatorfromthedustcontainer4.
Empty the dust container.5.
Ifnecessary,washthelterinlukewarmsoapywaterandrinsethorough.Theltershould6.
be completely dry before reassembling.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Ifthesuctionistoolow,checktomakesurethetankisemptyandthelterisclean.Ifthe12-
volt circuit fails to operate, try the following suggestions:
Unplug from the power supply and make sure that the receptacle is clean. DO NOT USE 1.
METAL TOOLS. If cleaning is needed, use only insulators, such as wood.
Check the plug’s fuse. Carefully unscrew the plug’s top section. Remove and check 2.
the fuse with the proper electronic meter. If defective, replace with correct fuse (see
specicationfortype).Alsocheckthevehicle’sfusepanel.
Some cigarette lighters have a separate circuit breaker located directly behind the cigarette 3.
lighter receptacle. If you lighter is not working, this circuit breaker may have blown and
could require replacement. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual for replacement.
Hard Surface
Attachment
Release ButtonDust Container
Charging Indicator
On/Off Switch
Crevice Tool Upholstery/
Carpet
Brush
Charging Bracket
Liquid
Separator
Filter Motor
Unit
Car Plug
(120v Plug Not Shown)