LA486 Series Shark™ Lift-Away® ADV Upright Vacuum - FAQs

For optimal performance, empty the dust cup each time you vacuum, or when debris reaches the MAX FILL line. • To remove the dust cup, slide the release tabs on the dust cup handle. Tilt the dust cup away from the wand, then lift it off. • Hold the dust cup over the trash. Press the lower release button on the back of the dust cup and the bottom lid will drop open. • Tap the dust cup gently to empty contents. • Close the bottom lid by pressing until it clicks into place. • Open the top lid on the dust cup by lifting the upper release tab on the front, near the Shark logo. • Turn the dust cup over to empty it into the trash. Tap it gently to shake loose dust and dirt. Clear debris from the cone-shaped screen inside the dust cup. • Close the top lid by pressing until it clicks into place. • To reinstall, place the bottom of the dust cup into the pod, then tilt it toward the wand until it clicks into place.

If any hair is wrapped around the brushroll, continue vacuuming, using Carpet/Low Pile mode on a bare floor surface, a low-pile carpet, or a small area rug. This will allow the self-cleaning brushroll to remove the hair wrap and send it to the dust cup. If the issue persists: • Detach the pod from the nozzle by stepping on the Lift-Away® pedal below the vacuum pod. • Turn the nozzle over to access the brushroll. Using scissors, carefully remove any string, hair, or debris that may be wrapped around the brushroll. • Reattach the pod to the nozzle, pressing until it clicks into place. Note: Do not vacuum wet messes.

This Shark® vacuum has two powerful settings for cleaning. The surface selector switch is located on the power button. To clean bare floors: • Press the surface selector switch to setting I, Hard Floor. • Slide to MAX for more suction for best performance on bare floors. • Tilt the handle back while gently stepping on the floor nozzle to engage the brushroll. Note that the brushroll will spin slower in this mode. Note: Use Hard Floor setting for maximum suction when cleaning above floors. For easier maneuverability on low pile area rugs, move the suction control slider on the handle to MIN to prevent rugs from lifting. For easier cleaning above the floor on upholstery and drapes, move the suction control slider to MIN. To clean low pile and thick carpets: • Press the surface selector switch to setting II, Carpet. • Tilt the handle back while gently stepping on the floor nozzle to engage the brushroll. Note that the brushroll will spin slower in this mode. Note: Move the suction control slider on the handle to MIN to reduce suction when vacuuming carpets.

Filters may need to be cleaned if the vacuum stops picking up dirt, if airflow is restricted, or if you notice lighter or no suction. For optimal cleaning and odor neutralizer technology performance, clean filters regularly. Between cleanings, lightly tap filters over a trash receptacle to remove dust and debris as needed. Rinse the pre-motor foam and felt filters with cold water every month, or as needed. • Remove the dust cup by sliding the release tabs on the dust cup handle. Lift the dust cup from the pod to access the pre-motor filters. • Remove the foam and felt filters from underneath the dust cup. • Rinse both filters with water only. • Allow filters to air-dry completely (at least 24 hours) before reinstalling. • Once the filters have dried, install the felt filter first, followed by the foam filter. • Reinstall the dust cup by placing the bottom of the dust cup into the pod and then tilting until it clicks into place. Rinse the post-motor HEPA filter with cold water every 12 months, or as needed. • With the dust cup removed, pull the tab on the bottom of the pod to release the HEPA filter cover. • Press the latch on the HEPA filter to remove the filter. • Rinse with water only. • Allow filter to air-dry completely (at least 24 hours) before reinstalling. • Once the HEPA filter has dried, reinstall it. • Reattach the HEPA filter cover until it clicks into place.

What are the weight and dimensions of the vacuum? The LA486 weighs 13.66lbs. The dimensions for the unit are as follows: Height: 46.4in Length: 12.2in Width: 14.3in What is the dirt capacity of the dust cup? 0.87 Quarts What is the length of the cord? 35 feet What is the electrical usage of this vacuum? Voltage: 120V Wattage: 960W Amperage: 8.0A What does my vacuum come with? Upholstery tool Pet crevice tool

If you vacuum is pushing or lifting your area rug, press the surface selector switch to setting I, Hard Floor mode and adjust the suction control at the handle to MIN. Note: The brushroll will spin slower in the Hard floor mode. If this issue persists, we recommend attaching the upholstery tool to the wand to clean these rugs.

• Insert the pod onto the nozzle. You should hear it "click" into place. • Insert the wand into the pod and slide it down until it clicks in place. • Insert the handle into the top of the wand. You should hear it "click" into place. • Connect the hose to the back of the pod. Ensure you hear a "click" before moving to the next step. • Remove the Odor Neutralizer Technology dial from the bag. Flip up the dial handle, align the teal arrow on the dial with the teal arrow on the nozzle, then insert the dial into the nozzle. • Lock and engage the dial by rotating it counterclockwise until it clicks into the desired odor intensity setting. • Store included accessories on the accessory posts on the pod. For proper operation, ensure all parts are firmly clicked into place.

To clean above-floor areas in Lift-Away® mode: • First release the power cord by turning the top cord hook downward. • Step on the Lift-Away® pedal on the side of the pod to detach the pod from the nozzle. • Lift off the pod by pulling up on the dust cup handle. • Detach the wand from the pod by pressing the wand release button. • To vacuum with the handle, press the release button to detach the handle from the top of the wand. • For more reach, reattach the handle to the wand. • You can attach a cleaning accessory to either the handle or the end of the wand.

• Adjust the suction control slider on the handle to decrease suction. • Check to see which floor setting you are using. Ensure this matches the floor type you're cleaning. • If you're in a manual surface mode, ensure this matches the floor type you're cleaning. • If the vacuum is stalling on thick carpet, adjust suction on the handle to MIN as this is optimized to not stall on thicker carpets.

Certain dry temperatures in winter or dry desert areas may cause common static electricity to build up in the vacuum, producing small shocks, similar to what you might experience from contact with doorknobs, wool sweaters, or blankets. This is harmless. In order to avoid this, we recommend moisturizing your hands and/or removing wool socks or sweaters prior to vacuuming.

If the Soft Roller doesn't eject when you slide the button forward, there may be some debris caught around the Soft Roller. Slide the button forward again. If the roller still won't eject, gently pull on the right corner of the roller while sliding the button forward again. This should eject the roller and dislodge any debris. Once the Soft Roller has been ejected, carefully remove any remaining hair or debris from the Soft Roller and its connection points in the nozzle. Once all debris has been removed, please reinsert the Soft Roller and try slide the access button forward again.

Solid White Lights: The brushrolls are spinning and the unit is working as intended. Solid Red Lights: There is a jam in the brushroll area. Turn off the vacuum and unplug it, then remove any blockages in the nozzle. Flashing Red Lights: The motorized floor nozzle is overheating. Turn off the vacuum, unplug is, and remove any blockages. Let the vacuum cool down for at least 60 minutes before restarting. Flashing White Lights: The vacuum is operating in an environment that is either too hot or too cold. If you still need assistance with your vacuum, click here .

The odor dial cover needs to be installed for the vacuum to function properly. If you do not wish to use the odor neutralizer technology system, please follow the below steps: 1) Remove the odor dial from the nozzle. Flip up the handle and rotate the dial clockwise until the two teal arrows are aligned. Pull the handle to lift the dial out of the nozzle. 2) Remove the odor cartridge by rotating the cartridge counterclockwise in the dial housing and pull out the cartridge. 3) Install the dial cover back into the nozzle without the cartridge. Align the teal arrow on the dial cover with the teal arrow on the nozzle, then reinsert the dial cover into the nozzle. To lock, rotate the cover counterclockwise until it clicks into place. 4) Dispose of cartridge by dropping it in the trash.

Yes, odor neutralizer technology cartridges should be replaced every 6 months for optimal performance.

1. Remove the odor neutralizer technology dial from the bag. Flip up the dial handle, align the teal arrows, then insert the dial into the nozzle. 2. To lock and engage the dial, rotate it counterclockwise until it clicks into the desired odor intensity setting.