FilterStream Vacuum Cleaner V2100 User Manual

CORDLESS WET|DRY VAC  
 
Congratulations!  
You now own a top-quality FilterStream™  
DirtTamerV2100 Cordless Wet|Dry Vacuum.  
To ensure maximum satisfaction, please take  
a few moments to review the following  
important information before using this item.  
Thank You!  
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I M P O R T A N T S A F E G U A R D S  
When using electrical appliances, always follow  
basic precautions, including the following:  
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE  
or flammable fumes. Although this vacuum is  
designed to pick up liquids, only the nozzle end  
of the bowl should be placed in a liquid. Do not  
immerse the entire vacuum in any liquid.  
• Do not operate in the presence of explosives  
and/or flammable fumes or liquids.  
• Do not unplug the charger by pulling on the  
cord. Never carry the charger or base by the  
cord or yank to disconnect from an outlet;  
instead, grasp the charger and pull to  
disconnect. Do not pull cord around sharp  
edges or corners.  
• Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of  
a table or counter or touch hot surfaces. The  
vacuum should be placed or mounted away from  
sinks and hot surfaces.  
• The use of an extension cord is not  
recommended. Only plug the charger into a  
standard electrical outlet (120V/60 Hz).  
• Use only the charger supplied with this unit to  
recharge this vacuum.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,  
electrical shock or injury:  
• Close supervision is necessary when any  
appliance is used by or near children. Do not  
allow this vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy.  
• Do not use without bowl and filters in place.  
Clean bowl, pre-filter, filter cover, and foam filter  
(or optional HEPA filter) after picking up any  
perishable food items.  
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not  
put unit or charging base in water or other liquid.  
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,  
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.  
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum  
as they may damage the vacuum and the filters.  
• Do not use to pick up toxic substances,  
flammable or combustible liquids, such as  
gasoline, or operate in the presence of explosive  
• Do not attempt to use the charger with any  
other product.  
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• Never handle the plug or vacuum with wet hands.  
• Do not operate with a damaged cord or charger.  
If this unit has been dropped into water, or if it  
malfunctions, return the unit to the store where  
it was purchased.  
• Leaks from a battery cell can occur under  
extreme conditions. If the battery liquid gets on  
skin, wash immediately with water. If it gets in  
your eyes, immediately flush your eyes with a  
mild solution of baking soda and water and seek  
medical attention.  
• Unplug the charger from outlet before any  
routine cleaning or maintenance.  
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use  
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust,  
lint, hair, or anything that may reduce airflow.  
• Do not operate vacuum without filters in place.  
Replace any damaged filter promptly.  
• Do not use on or near hot surfaces.  
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.  
• This vacuum is intended for household use only  
and not for commercial or industrial use.  
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only  
FilterStreamDirtTameraccessories and filters.  
• This product contains a sealed lead acid battery.  
Do not incinerate the battery as it will explode at  
high temperatures. Always dispose of the  
battery in accordance with your state’s laws.  
S A V E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S  
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A B O U T Y O U R D I R T T A M E R  
Your DirtTamerV2100 Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum  
is the most advanced hand-held vacuum of its  
kind. Exhibiting superior suction, extra long  
runtime, patent pending 3-stage filtration, and the  
unique ability to trap 99.97% of allergy causing  
particles with an optional HEPA filter, your  
DirtTamerwill clean your home better than any  
other cordless hand-held vacuum.  
Your Dirt TamerV2100 comes complete with a  
charging base, foam filter and 3 handy cleaning  
tools so you can clean anywhere, anytime.  
Please follow this manual for the proper set-up,  
use, and care of this revolutionary cleaning product.  
Handle/Housing  
Battery Compartment  
Charger and Cord  
Squeegee  
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Upholstery Brush  
Extendible Wand/Crevice Tool  
Plastic Wall Anchors  
Screws  
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Wet/Dry Vacuum  
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Filter Cover  
Foam Filter  
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Pre-Filter  
Exhaust Port  
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V A C U U M D E S C R I P T I O N  
Your DirtTamervacuum contains the following  
parts:  
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Charging Base  
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2
3
4
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6
Bowl  
Bowl Nozzle  
Bowl Latch  
LED Charge Indicator  
On/Off Switch  
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M O U N T A B L E C H A R G I N G B A S E  
The Charging Base recharges your DirtTamer™  
V2100 vacuum and stores the vacuum with its  
cleaning tools for convenient access.  
The Charging Base can be mounted vertically  
(see Figure A) or placed on a horizontal surface  
such as a counter, shelf, etc.  
If you choose to wall mount the Charging Base,  
please follow these steps:  
1.Pick a convenient position within 6 feet of an  
electrical outlet. If the Charging Base will be  
mounted closer to an outlet, wrap any excess  
cord in the storage area on the back of the  
4.Insert one of the included screws and turn it until  
the screw head is 1/4” above the wall surface.  
5.Recheck that  
the hole  
alignment is  
straight, then  
drill the  
second hole  
and install the  
other Plastic  
Wall Anchor  
and Screw.  
Charging Base.  
(Note: Do not use an outlet which is controlled  
with a wall switch).  
6.Slide the  
Charging Base  
into place  
Charging  
Plug  
2. Place the Charging Base against the wall in the  
desired location and mark the center of each hole.  
3.Drill a 3/16” diameter hole through the center of  
the top mark. Push a Plastic Wall Anchor into the  
drilled hole.  
making sure  
the cord exits  
through one  
of the slots.  
Wall  
Mounting  
Base  
Figure A  
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B A T T E R Y C H A R G I N G P R O C E D U R E  
1. Plug the Charging Base into a 110/120 volt  
C H A R G E I N D I C A T O R  
electrical outlet.  
The red LED Charge Indicator is “on” when the  
vacuum is charging.  
2. I M P O R T A N T :  
Make sure that the On/Off switch is turned to  
the “Off” position before charging. Otherwise,  
your vacuum will not charge.  
3.Slide the vacuum downward onto the Charging  
Base making sure that the vacuum firmly hooks  
onto the Charging Base (see Figure B). Your  
vacuum will begin charging and the LED  
Charge Indicator will glow to show charging is  
taking place.  
Wet/Dry Vacuum  
NOTE: before first use, charge your  
vacuum for at least 24 hours.  
4.To maintain a charge, keep the Charger plugged  
into a standard wall outlet at all times. When  
charging, the Charger may be warm to the  
touch. This is normal.  
Charging Base  
Figure B  
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C L E A N I N G T O O L S  
Your DirtTamerV2100 vacuum includes the  
following unique cleaning tools that will make your  
cleaning tasks easier.  
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1.S Q U E E G E E  
This tool has  
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rubber edges for  
picking up liquid  
spills on hard  
surfaces such as  
floors, counter-  
To use as a crevice tool: simply compress the  
tool to your desired length and insert the larger  
end of the tool into the Bowl Nozzle. The crevice  
tool is then ready to use in tight places such as  
between car seats, in corners, etc.  
tops, etc. Attach the Squeegee to your vacuum  
by pushing the tool firmly into the Bowl Nozzle.  
2.EXTENDIBLE WAND/CREVICE TOOL  
This “two in one” tool works great as a long  
reach cleaning wand or a crevice tool.  
To use as a long reach cleaning wand, simply  
extend the tool by pulling each end of the tool  
in opposite directions (the tool will expand like  
an accordion) and insert the larger end into the  
Bowl Nozzle. The wand is then ready for  
cleaning hard to reach areas (e.g. ceiling  
corners, under appliances, etc.).  
3.U P H O L S T E R Y B R U S H  
This tool is used for picking up dirt and dust  
debris from upholstery, tables, etc. Attach the  
Upholstery Brush to your vacuum by pushing the  
tool firmly  
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into the Bowl  
Nozzle with  
the brush  
facing down.  
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3 - S T A G E F I L T R A T I O N S Y S T E M  
Dirt Tamerhas a revolutionary, patent pending  
3-stage filtration system that provides superior  
suction for a longer period of time.  
Stage 3: Fine dust/dirt particles are trapped by  
the standard Foam Filter (included). With  
an optional HEPA filter installed, 99.97%  
of dust, pollen, bacteria and other  
allergens down to 0.3 microns in size can  
be captured.  
Stage1: Large particles of debris are separated  
from liquids and air. The large particles  
remain in the Pre-Filter for easy  
disposal (see “Maintenance” section of  
this manual for Pre-Filter and Bowl  
emptying instructions).  
Stage 2: Liquids and smaller dirt particles are  
separated from air and collected  
in the Bowl.  
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H O W T O U S E Y O U R D I R T T A M E R  
C O R D L E S S V A C  
Remove your vacuum from the Charging Base  
and slide the On/Off Switch to the “On”  
position to operate. Slide the On/Off Switch to  
the “Off” position between cleaning tasks to  
conserve power.  
P I C K I N G U P L I Q U I D S  
O R W E T D E B R I S  
Use your vacuum to pick up  
liquids or wet debris. For ideal  
performance, we recommend  
the use of the Foam Filter for  
P I C K I N G U P D R Y D E B R I S  
Use your vacuum for picking up dirt, dust, food  
crumbs, etc. from counters, bare floors, rugs,  
automobile interiors, upholstered furniture, etc.  
After dry pickups, empty and clean the Bowl and  
Foam Filter before picking up liquid or wet spills.  
Note: If using a HEPA Filter in place of the Foam  
Filter, shake loose, or brush off any dust or debris  
from the HEPA Filter if you notice any build-up.  
DO NOT WASH OR RINSE THE HEPA FILTER,  
as this may damage the HEPA material.  
liquid debris.  
(a) For liquid pickups, insert the  
Squeegee into the Bowl  
Nozzle and pull the Squeegee  
through the liquid.  
(b) Do not fill the Bowl beyond  
the end of the Pre-Filter  
(about 9 oz. of liquid). If there is any liquid in  
the Bowl, hold the Bowl Nozzle down to avoid  
leakage. Tipping the Bowl Nozzle up may  
cause the liquid to enter the fan area.  
(c) After picking up perishable spills (e.g. milk,  
juice, etc.), empty your vacuum’s Bowl and Pre-  
Filter immediately and thoroughly clean the  
Bowl, Pre-Filter, Filter Cover and Foam Filter to  
prevent mold and mildew from forming.  
If the HEPA Filter accidentally gets wet from  
vacuuming wet spills, remove the HEPA Filter, pat  
it dry with a paper towel, and allow it to  
thoroughly air dry before next use.  
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C L E A N I N G T I P S  
M A I N T E N A N C E  
Your DirtTamerV2100 vacuum will be more  
effective at cleaning up spills if you adhere to the  
following procedures:  
U P H O L S T E R Y C L E A N U P S  
1.Immediately vacuum up as much of the spill as  
possible.  
2.Follow your furniture manufacturer’s instructions  
for spot cleaning upholstery.  
C A R P E T C L E A N U P S  
1.Immediately vacuum up as much of the spill as  
possible.  
Note: Never use flammable cleaners with your  
vacuum.  
2.For oily spills, work some low sudsing carpet  
shampoo into the area according to the  
directions on the shampoo container (do not  
use solvent based cleaners). Vacuum up  
shampoo and spill residue, then proceed to  
step #3 below.  
For water soluble spills, dampen the spill area  
using a spray bottle of cold, clean water. Be  
careful not to saturate the carpet.  
3.Work water into the nap of the carpet.  
4.Vacuum up water and spill residue.  
5.Repeat the above procedure if necessary.  
6.Cover the cleaned spill area with several layers  
of paper towels or a terry cloth towel. Step on  
the towels several times to soak up the moisture.  
7.Brush up the nap of the carpet.  
EMPTYING/CLEANING PRE-FILTER AND BOWL  
Liquids, dirt and debris (wet and dry) picked up by  
your vacuum will collect in the Pre-Filter and Bowl.  
To empty/clean these parts,  
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please follow these steps:  
(a) Holding the Bowl with  
one hand and the  
Handle/Housing with the  
other, depress the Bowl  
Latch and swing the Bowl  
away from the  
Handle/Housing.  
(b) While holding the Bowl in  
one hand, remove the  
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Pre-Filter with your other  
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M A I N T E N A N C E / F I L T E R R E P L A C E M E N T  
hand by grasping the pull-tab on top of the  
Pre-Filter with your fingers. Empty any dirt,  
debris, or liquid from the Bowl and Pre-Filter  
into the sink or wastebasket.  
(b) Remove the Filter from  
the Handle/Housing.  
(c) Clean the Filter as  
follows.  
(c) Rinse or hand wash the Pre-Filter, Bowl and  
Filter Cover with water (if needed, with warm,  
soapy water).  
Note: The Pre-Filter, Bowl and Filter Cover can  
be washed in the dishwasher (top rack only).  
(d) Allow the Pre-Filter, Bowl and Filter Cover to  
dry. Then reinsert the Pre-Filter into the Bowl,  
snap the Filter Cover onto the Handle/Housing,  
and reattach the Bowl to the Handle/Housing.  
Foam Filter Cleaning:  
Wash the Foam Filter in  
warm, soapy water until clean. Allow the Foam  
Filter to dry before reinserting into the  
Handle/Housing.  
Note: Use only mild soap. Avoid detergents,  
chemical cleaners or solvents as these may  
damage the plastic.  
HEPA Filter Cleaning: Use your finger to lightly  
clean the paper surface of the HEPA Filter,  
clearing off any dirt, dust, and hair.  
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C L E A N I N G / R E P L A C I N G F O A M  
A N D H E P A F I L T E R S  
To remove/replace the Filter (either foam or HEPA)  
from the vacuum, please  
NOTE 1: Do not wash the HEPA Filter. Water  
will permanently damage the filter.  
follow these steps:  
(a) Remove the Filter  
NOTE 2: Under normal household use, the  
HEPA Filter will last over one (1) year.  
Cover from the vacuum  
Handle/Housing.  
a
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M A I N T E N A N C E / F I L T E R R E P L A C E M E N T  
(d) Insert either side of the clean Filter (or if  
necessary, a new Filter) into the  
Handle/Housing, then snap-on the Filter Cover  
and reattach the Bowl to the Handle/Housing  
(making sure that the Pre-Filter is inserted into  
the Bowl).  
NOTE: Filters should be replaced periodically to  
provide best performance or when the filter has  
been damaged.  
Your DirtTamerV2100 includes a standard  
Foam Filter for trapping fine dust and dirt  
particles. To trap microscopic particles that can  
aggravate allergies during vacuuming,  
FilterStreamcertified HEPA filters are available  
separately. With these HEPA filters, 99.97% of  
dust, pollen, bacteria, and other allergens down  
TO ORDER  
HEPA or Foam Filters, visit your  
local FilterStreamretailer or visit  
800-211-9607.  
to 0.3 microns in size can be captured.  
C L E A N I N G T H E V A C U U M H O U S I N G  
Clean the vacuum’s Handle/Housing with a damp  
cloth. Never immerse the Handle/Housing in water.  
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B A T T E R Y R E P L A C E M E N T  
Battery Removal and Disposal: This product uses  
a sealed lead acid battery. When the battery no  
longer recharges, it should be removed from the  
vacuum and recycled in accordance with state laws.  
The battery must not be incinerated or composted.  
from the bracket. If  
the battery has  
leaked or vented,  
protective gloves  
should be worn  
before touching the  
case. Remove the  
case by grasping the  
edges and sliding  
the battery out of  
the unit.  
WARNING: In some areas, it is illegal to place  
used lead acid batteries in the trash or in  
municipal solid waste streams.  
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To remove the battery, follow these steps:  
(a) Use a Phillips screwdriver  
a
to unscrew the Battery  
Compartment retaining  
screw and remove the  
cover.  
(d) Unfasten the battery  
wire where the clips  
are connected.  
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(b) Remove the two rear  
screws from the Battery  
ACCESSORIES:  
Bracket leaving the  
front screw in place.  
(c) Pivot the Battery  
Bracket out of the  
battery’s way so the  
b
Replacement Batteries and Tools are  
available from the FilterStream  
Customer Service Center.  
To order, call (781)-769-3959  
REAR  
FRONT  
battery can slide free  
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2 Y E A R L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y  
FilterStream Company warrants that this product  
is free from defects in materials or workmanship  
for a period of two (2) years from the date of  
original purchase.  
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER  
WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS  
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED  
IN DURATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE  
DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT  
WILL FILTERSTREAM COMPANY BE  
It the product fails to operate in accordance with  
the manufacturer’s specifications, simply return the  
product to the retail location where you purchased  
it (or send it postage prepaid to the address  
below) within two (2) years of the date of purchase.  
Proof of date of purchase is required.  
RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL,  
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.  
Upon receipt, FilterStream Company will, at its  
option, repair or replace the product at no charge  
to you.  
Some states do not allow limitation on how long  
an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or  
limitation of incidental or consequential damages,  
so the above limitation may not apply to you. This  
warranty gives you specific legal rights which vary  
from state to state.  
This warranty does not cover damage resulting  
from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable  
care, the affixing of any attachment not provided  
with the product, or loss of parts, or subjecting  
the product to anything but the specified voltage  
or batteries.  
To speak with a FilterStream Customer Service  
Representative, please call: (781)-769-3959  
Artwork #: V2100 UC-01  
FILTERSTREAM COMPANY SERVICE CENTER, P.O. BOX 481, WESTWOOD, MA 02090-0481  
 

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