How To Empty Dirt and Dust Container Shark Navigator Vacuum

A vacuum operates through sucking and inhales a massive amount of dirt in one breathing. Steps to empty the container include unplugging the vacuum, releasing the debris by sliding the dirt cup in an upwards or downwards direction.

How To Empty Dirt and Dust Container Shark Navigator Vacuum

This process requires some certain and consecutive steps to empty the dirt container which we will be briefing below.

Step 1: Unplugging

The first and foremost thing is to unplug the navigator vacuum to prevent any kind of casualties. Either you have a DC connection or an AC connection, unplug it and keep it at a safe distance for cleaning purposes. On the other hand, if you have a cordless one, just remove the battery to prevent damage.

Step 2: Separate the Container

The dirt cup or container is a removable portion in every model. So you will have to detach the bin. This might vary from model to model. But generally, you would notice a side handle which you will have to grasp for it to open and let the bin slide in your direction.

Then you keep it at a safe distance as you will be driving the debris away, and obviously, you wouldn’t be doing this in your guest room, would you?

Step 3: Releasing the Dust

Now here we have a twist! You will be given two easily adaptable features that include two directions. Wait!! Don’t hurry! Be sure to check whether you have a dust filter on the top. Because if you do, then you will have to remove it.

Otherwise, you will just be moving the bin, all of the dust will get stuck in the filter. Now 2 simple variations:

1^st one: 

It is a rather easy one, but less efficient. You can just slide the lower bin cover for all the dust to just dropdown. Why isn’t that efficient? It is, but there are times when you will see a few plastics, or sharp wood pieces or clothing, etc. get stuck at the top corners or sides which won’t come out in this variation.

So go down to the 2^nd option

2^nd one:

Now you will be holding the canister in a downwards direction, sliding the upper top cover. And you can shake the canister in an attempt to bring down all the debris and dust.

If there’s liquid?

If you happen to see the liquid inside the container, so generally that won’t come down with the other dust, so in that case, after all the dust has come down, you will have to clean the inside of the container with a dry towel. 

You can also let it soak in the sun if you are having doubts about liquid still sticking on the inside.

Step 4: Re-position

That will be all for the cleaning process. Now assemble the parts as before and you are set to go.

When To Empty A Shark Vacuum

Reuse is the next generation. So it is evident that you will be having dust every day to clean. So a fixed limit container can only hold so much. And the sharp navigator vacuum comes with a maximum limit reaching indicator.

So to fit daily dust you will have to empty it. And don’t think this is the only reason. Apart from this, there is motor longevity, suction power, and so on.

Case 1

A large amount of dust weakens the suction power of the vacuum by creating a small space for air to flow. So when you are experiencing low vacuum, you know what to do.

Case 2

Continuing with less air-flow means less power from the motor. Meaning the motor will be struggling to provide you the suction power, thus decreasing the motor efficiency. So when you notice the motor making more sound than regular, you will know it. 

Case 3

Low motor performance leads to overheating. If you notice this, you know what to do.

Case 4

Also, a large amount of garbage fills up the air filter. Thus blocking the vacuum pipe which will prevent any kind of dust from entering the vacuum tube. So if you see some dust not getting sucked…

We think these will cover you. So don’t push it, just empty the bin regularly, as consistent you are, so will be your vacuum.

The Thing you Need to Care while Cleaning A Sharp Vacuum

You can’t just wash it if you are wondering. So what do you need to keep in mind then? Look below:

Don’t wash the filters or the container, because if you have a battery, it might get damaged. Washing may bring up dust clogging in the next suction. Even if you wash it somehow, make sure you soak it in the sun properly.

If you are cleaning the front rotating brush, be sure to clean it gently, because they are the sole warrior. So try to use scissors or clips and then your hands to pull out clothing, hair, etc. But first, separate the brush from the handle.

When you unplug the container or the filter, check if there are any blockages.

FAQs

Q: Can we reuse this vacuum?

Ans: Yes, only if you empty the container regularly.

Q: Can we wash the brush?

Ans: No. Because if you wash it, you won’t be able to suck the dust in.

Conclusion

So, where did you get so far? The sharp navigator vacuum gives optimal cleaning regularly after consistent maintenance. Why go through the conventional tiresome cleaning, rather than let a vacuum do the cleaning with only a swipe.