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Shark | Pet Cordless Vacuum Cleaner | LED Headlights | Removable Handheld Vacuum for Pet Hair | Crevice Tool & Pet Multi-Tool Included | 40min Runtime

Sections28
Reading9 min
UpdatedApr 2026
LanguageEnglish
Section 01

Charging

Low

Charge

Mid

Charge

Nearly

Full

Full

Charge

NOTE: Full charge takes approximately 3 hours.

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Section 02

In Use

Full

Charge

Charge

Low

Charge

No

Charge

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Section 03

RECYCLING THE LI-ION BATTERY

This product uses a lithium-ion rechargeable and recyclable battery. When the battery no longer holds a charge, it should be removed from the vacuum and recycled. DO NOT incinerate or compost the battery.

When your Lithium ION Power Pack Battery needs to be replaced, dispose of it or recycle it in accordance with local regulations. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in the bin or in a municipal solid waste stream. Return spent power packs to an authorized recycling center or to retailer for recycling. Contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent power pack.

To charge, remove the handheld vacuum from the wand by pressing the Wand Release button and pulling up. Plug the charger into the charging port.

Battery Runtime

MINUTES
MODEIZ440H/ IZ441HIZ462H
Hand Vac5060
Bare Floor/ Standard Mode3434
Carpet Mode/ Standard Mode2323
Boost Mode (Hand Vac)1010
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Section 04

USING THE LI-ION CHARGER

LI-ION CHARGER IN HANDHELD VACUUM

Plug the Li-Ion Charger into a wall outlet.

If your handheld vacuum’s battery is non-removable, press the Wand Release button to detach the handheld vacuum. Plug the charger into the charging port on the handheld vacuum.

IN THE VACUUM: MULTIFLEX® OUT OF THE 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.

If battery is removable, press and hold the Battery Release Button, then slide out the battery. Plug the charger into the charging port on the battery. To reinstall the battery, slide it into the slot in the back of the handheld vacuum.

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Section 05

SETTINGS

Slide switch to the bottom to turn off power. To begin vacuuming in Standard Mode, slide switch to the desired setting.

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Section 06

Hard Floor/Small Area Rugs

The brushrolls spin slowly to clean bare floors and small area rugs.

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Section 07

Carpet

The brushrolls spin faster 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 normal power.

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Section 08

CLEANING MODES

UPRIGHT MODE

To clean floors, place foot on floor nozzle and tilt handheld vacuum back.

NOTE: Brushrolls will only engage when the handheld vacuum is tilted back.

ABOVE-FLOOR HANDHELD

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.

ABOVE-FLOOR WITH WAND

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.

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Section 09

USING THE MULTIFLEX® WAND

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.

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Section 10

MULTIFLEX STORAGE

To put the vacuum in storage mode, press the unlock latch while folding the handheld vacuum forward.

To take the vacuum out of storage mode, press the unlock latch and lift up the handheld vacuum until the wand clicks and locks into place.

NOTE: All accessories are compatible with both the wand and the handheld vacuum.

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Section 11

EMPTYING THE DUST CUP

Press the wand release button to detach the handheld vacuum from the wand. To empty the Dust Cup while it is attached to the handheld vacuum, position the dust cup over a trash receptacle and slide the CleanTouch™ Dirt Ejector slider forward.
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Section 12

REMOVING AND CLEANING THE DUST CUP

To remove the dust cup from the handheld vacuum, press the CleanTouch™ Dust Cup Release button near the handheld vacuum nozzle. Tilt the dust cup and lift off to remove. To empty dust and debris, hold the dust cup over the trash, then slide the CleanTouch Dirt Ejector slider forward. To clean the interior of the dust cup, rinse it with water. Place it on its side with the lid open to air-dry for at least 24 hours before reinstalling.
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Section 13

Regularly rinse and replace the filters to maintain your vacuum’s suction power.

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 or HEPA filter at least once a year. Tap off loose dirt between washes when needed. More frequent cleaning may sometimes be necessary with heavy use.

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. Pre-Motor Foam and Felt Filter Kit Post-Motor HEPA Filter
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Section 14

FLOOR NOZZLE

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. If you run over a hard or sharp object or notice a noise change while vacuuming, check for blockages or objects caught in the self-cleaning brushroll or Soft Roller.

1. Turn off the vacuum. 2. Using a coin, turn locks counterclockwise to open, then lift off cover to access the self-cleaning brushroll. 3. Clear airway of blockages. 4. Replace cover by sliding inserts into slots, then pressing down firmly on all sides before turning locks clockwise to close, until they click securely into place.

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Section 15

CLEANING SOFT ROLLER

1 To remove Soft Roller from nozzle, pull the Soft Roller out by the tab. 2 Tap loose debris off the Soft Roller. Use a dry towel to wipe the Soft Roller clean, and to remove any debris caught in the teeth behind the Soft Roller. 3 Hand wash the Soft Roller as needed. Use only water, and let air-dry completely for at least 24 hours. 4 Reinsert the Soft Roller.

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Section 16

CHECKING FOR BLOCKAGES

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Section 17

Checking for Blockages in the Handheld Vacuum:

1. Turn off vacuum. 2. Remove the handheld vacuum from the wand. 3. Check all intake openings to the dust cup and remove any debris or blockage.

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Section 18

Standard Wand:

1. Turn off vacuum. 2. Remove the handheld vacuum and floor nozzle. 3. Check intake openings for blockages and debris. 4. Clear away debris and blockages.

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Section 19

MultiFLEX® Wand:

1. Turn off vacuum. 2. Remove the handheld vacuum and floor nozzle from the wand. 3. Check the Clog Access Hose on the MultiFLEX section of the wand by pinching the tabs on both sides of the hose and lifting the hose out. 4. Clear any debris and blockages.

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Section 20

Checking for Blockages in the Floor Nozzle:

1. Turn off vacuum. 2. Detach the wand. 3. Use the edge of a coin to open the three locks on the bottom of the floor nozzle. 4. Remove the cover and tilt back the neck of the floor nozzle. 5. Check the opening and remove any debris. 6. Replace the cover by sliding the inserts into the slots, then pressing down firmly on all sides before turning the locks clockwise to close, until they click securely into place.

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Section 21

(Refer to Checking for Blockages section for more information.)

  • Check filters to see if they need cleaning. Follow instructions for rinsing and completely air-drying the filters before reinserting in the vacuum.
  • Dust cup may be full; empty dust cup.
  • Check floor nozzle for blockages; clear blockages if required.
  • Remove any string, carpet fibers, or hair that may be wrapped around the brushroll.
  • Check connection between handheld vacuum and wand for blockages; clear blockages if required. If the issue persists, please contact Customer Service.
  • Check clog access in wand for any blockages and clear any debris.
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Section 22

Vacuum lifts area rugs.

  • Make sure you are not engaging Boost mode. Take care when vacuuming area rugs or rugs with delicately sewn edges.
  • Turn off the unit to disengage the brushroll and restart with the power/selector switch.
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Section 23

Brushrolls do not spin.

  • Immediately turn off the vacuum. Remove any blockages before turning the vacuum back on. Make sure the handheld vacuum is tilted back far enough for the brushrolls to engage. If the brushrolls still do not spin, please contact Customer Service.
  • If the floor nozzle has headlights and they are not illuminated, there is a connection issue between the handheld vacuum, wand, and nozzle. Try disconnecting and reattaching the pieces. If the headlights still do not illuminate, please contact Customer Service.
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Section 24

Vacuum turns off on its own.

There are several possible reasons for the vacuum turning off on its own, including blockages, battery issues, and overheating. If vacuum turns off on its own, perform the following steps:

1. Turn on the vacuum and check the battery indicator lights located on the handheld vacuum. If recharging is needed, make sure the power/selector switch on the vacuum is set to the Off position before connecting the charger. 2. Empty dust cup and clean filters (See Emptying the Dust Cup and Cleaning the Filters sections). 3. Check wand, accessories, and inlet openings and remove any blockages. 4. Allow unit and battery to cool for at least 45 minutes, until they return to room temperature. 5. Restart with power/selector switch.

NOTE: If vacuum still does not operate properly, contact Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.

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Section 25

Battery Indicator Lights on handheld vacuum are flashing.

  • Bottom LED light is flashing (Fig. A): Battery needs to be charged.
  • Top and bottom LED lights are flashing (Fig. B): Battery temperature is not optimal, so charging is temporarily paused. Leave battery plugged in and charging will resume soon.
  • If top 2 or bottom 2 LED lights are flashing (Fig. C, Fig. D), call Customer Service at 1-800-798-7398.
Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C Fig. D

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 \pmb { \mathfrak { o } } Wide Upholstery Tool I Pet Multi-Tool J Deep-Cleaning Motorized Pet Tool \pmb { \bigcirc } MultiFLEX® Under-Appliance Wand L Accessory Bag \pmb { \mathfrak { o } } Li-Ion Charger \pmb { \mathbb { o } } Dual Li-Ion Charger O Li-Ion Battery

A

B

C

D

F

G I J L N O

NOTE: Not all accessories come with all units. For a list of the accessories included with this model, see the top inside flap of the box. To order additional accessories, visit sharkaccessories.com.

K

NOTES

NOTES

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Section 26

RECORD THIS INFORMATION

Model Number:

Date Code:

Date of Purchase:

(Keep receipt)

Store of Purchase:

TIP: You can find the model and serial numbers on the QR code label on the bottom of the back of the handheld vacuum and battery.

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Section 27

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage:

Power:

281W

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Section 28

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This Owner’s Guide is designed to help you get a complete understanding of your new Shark® vacuum.

SharkNinja Operating LLC

US: Needham, MA 02494

CAN: Ville St-Laurent, QC H4S 1A7

1-800-798-7398

sharkclean.com

Illustrations may differ from actual product. We are constantly striving to improve our products; therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice.

For SharkNinja U.S. Patent information, visit sharkninja.com/uspatents

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