A vacuum cleaner that is clogged with dirt and dust cannot clean your house well. It is good to ensure that you also keep it clean so that it can give you good service. Keeping your Shark Navigator Zero-M vacuum or any other that you may have clean prevents any damage and gives it a long life span. Not only will it become more efficient and able to suction better, but it will also save you money. As a general rule, when you buy appliances, it is good to go through the manual to understand how to maintain the vacuum cleaner. Here is what you need to do to keep the vacuum well-maintained.
- Cleaning The Vacuum Filters: The suction power can be reduced or affected by the presence of debris and dirt on the vacuum filter. Keeping it clean every month is essential. Your instruction manual will advise whether the filter is washable or not. Shark Navigator Zero-M are washable with cold water without the use of detergent or soap or any other cleaning agents.
- Removing Any Blockage From The Vacuum: If the tube or hose are blocked, suction can also be poor. You can unscrew the hose or tube from the vacuum and unblock it by pushing down the dirt with a hanger.
- Removing Any Buildup On The Roller Of The Vacuum Cleaner: Any buildup around the roller will prevent it from spinning correctly. Some rollers are easy to remove. If yours is not, you can follow the instructions on the manual on how to remove it. Once it is removed, you can remove the buildup.
- Emptying The Vacuum Cleaner Bag Regularly: Change your bags regularly if the vacuum cleaner is bagged. If it is not bagged, you need to ensure that you empty the vacuum cleaner frequently.
Cleaning up your vacuum cleaner is one of the things that you need to do to maintain it. There are other actions that you can frequently perform to give your machine a longer lifespan. These are:
- Keeping the vacuum clean by wiping it with an anti-bacterial wipe.
- Do Not Use The Vacuum Outdoors, Especially To Remove Liquids. You can use one that is designed for that specific purpose. Picking up large debris using your hands to prevent any blockage.
- Storage: Store The Vacuum Correctly By Ensuring That The Hose Is Not Bent. Also, ensure that you keep it in a place that it is not prone to get damaged by water.
- Take Care Of The Cord: Do not tangle the cord and it is good to avoid using the automatic rewind button to prevent damage.
- Attaching The Bag Correctly Is Important If You Are Using A Bagged Vacuum Cleaner. If you fail to do so, debris can escape, which can cause damage to the vacuum. Buying the correct bag for the specific model is also essential.
- Follow The Indicated Cleaning Instructions: The manual will come with specific guidelines that you need to follow on how you can clean the vacuum cleaner. Ensure that you follow those instructions.
