Owner's Guide Vacuum Cleaner
Your vacuum comes equipped with either a standard wand or a MultiFLEX® wand and either a standard floor nozzle or a Dirt Engage™ floor nozzle. All versions assemble the same way
For proper operation, ensure all components are completely connected and clicked into place.

Prior to first use, charge completely. A full charge takes approximately 3 hours..
RUNTIMES PER FULLY-CHARGED BATTERY
Visit to review the included Quick Start Guide.
LED BATTERY POWER AND CHARGING INDICATORS
Charging
NOTE: Full charge takes approximately 3 hours.
In Use
RECYCLING THE LI-ION BATTERY
When the Shark Li-Ion battery needs to be replaced, dispose of it or recycle it in accordance with local ordinances or regulations. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in the trash or in a municipal solid waste stream. Return spent batteries to an authorized recycling center or to the retailer for recycling. Contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
Plug the Li-Ion Charger into a wall outlet.
Remove the handheld vacuum from the wand by pressing the Wand Release button and pulling up. Plug the charger into the charging port on the handheld vacuum.
To put the vacuum in storage mode, press the MultiFLEX Wand Unlock Latch while folding the handheld vacuum forward until the wand clicks and locks. Plug the charger into the charging port on the handheld vacuum.
NOTE: MultiFLEX wand is not included with all configurations. See enclosed Quick Start Guide for your unit’s configuration.
NOTE: Battery can only be charged in the vacuum.
Slide switch to the top to turn off power. To begin vacuuming in Standard Mode, slide switch to the desired setting.
Bare Floor/Small Area Rugs Use this setting to clean bare floors and small area rugs.
Carpet Use this setting to pick up debris below the surface of your carpets.
For an added boost in power, pull the Trigger on the handheld vacuum. Release it to return to standard power.
To clean floors, step on floor nozzle and tilt handheld vacuum back.
NOTE: Brushroll will only engage when the handheld vacuum and wand are tilted back.
Press the wand release button and lift the handheld vacuum off the wand. Attach an accessory for great cleaning on stairs, furniture, and other above-floor areas.
Stand the vacuum upright and press the nozzle release button located at the bottom of the wand, above the nozzle. Lift wand to detach.
Great for cleaning baseboards, ceiling fans, window sills, and other hard-to-access areas.
NOTE: All accessories are compatible with both the wand and the handheld vacuum.
MULTIFLEX REACH
Press the unlock latch on the back of the wand, then adjust the angle.
Adjust the wand to a lower angle to easily clean under furniture.
MULTIFLEX STORAGE
To put the vacuum in storage mode, press the unlock latch while folding the handheld vacuum forward until the wand clicks and locks.
To take the vacuum out of storage mode, lift up the handheld vacuum until the wand clicks and locks in place.
NOTE: Not all units come with the MultiFLEX wand. See enclosed Quick Start Guide for your unit’s configuration.
EMPTYING THE DUST CUP
REMOVING AND CLEANING THE DUST CUP
CLEANING THE FILTERS
To clean filters, rinse them with water only. Allow all filters to air-dry completely for at least 24 hours before reinstalling to prevent liquid from being drawn into electric parts. Clean the pre-motor filters at least once a month and post-motor filter at least once a year. Tap off loose dirt between washes when needed. More frequent cleaning may sometimes be necessary with heavy use. Cleaning the filters regularly helps maintain your vacuum’s cleaning performance.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use soap when cleaning the filters. Use water only
Press the dust cup release button and remove the dust cup. Pull the foam and felt filters out of the back of the dust cup. | Remove the dust cup. Pull the post-motor filter out of the handheld vacuum. |
NOTE: Not all units come with a HEPA filter. See the enclosed Quick Start Guide for your unit’s configuration.
FLOOR NOZZLE
If you run over a hard or sharp object or notice a noise change while vacuuming, check for blockages or objects caught in the brushroll.
CLEANING STANDARD BRUSHROLL | CLEANING DIRT ENGAGE BRUSHROLL |
| Remove any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the brushroll by using scissors to help loosen debris. | If any hair is wrapped around the brushroll, continue cleaning, using the Carpet setting on a bare floor surface, a low-pile carpet, or a small area rug. If some fibers remain wrapped around the brushroll after continued use, carefully remove them from the brushroll. |
CHECKING FOR BLOCKAGES
Checking for Blockages in the Handheld Vacuum:
Checking for Blockages in the Wand:
Standard Wand:
MultiFLEX® Wand:
Checking for Blockages in the Floor Nozzle:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock and unintended operation, turn off power and remove the battery before servicing.
Vacuum is not picking up debris. No suction or light suction. Nozzle light is red.
(Refer to Checking for Blockages section for more information.)
Vacuum lifts area rugs.
Brushroll does not spin.
Vacuum turns off on its own.
NOTE: If vacuum still does not operate properly, contact Customer Service.
Battery Indicator Lights on handheld vacuum are flashing.
A. 8" Crevice Tool
B. 18" Flexi Crevice Tool
C. Duster Crevice Tool
D. Dusting Brush
E. Multi-Angle Dusting Brush
F. Anti-Allergen Dust Brush
G. Upholstery Tool
H. Wide Upholstery Tool
I. Pet Multi-Tool
J. Deep-Cleaning Motorized Pet Tool
K. MultiFLEX® Under-Appliance Wand
L. Accessory Bag
M. Li-Ion Charger
Reference file: Shark IZ142 Vacuum
Additionally, the document applies to other Shark models: IX140, Z140