Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I receive another manual?
- How to attach and detach hose
- How to wrap and unwrap cord
- How to use the floor tool
- How to use the crevice tool
- How to use the upholstery tool
- How to use the blowport
- How to use the dusting brush
- How to use the power brush
- What to do when an object jammed the power brush
- Where are the carry handles
- What are the different brush mode settings
- How to change liner
- How to change the secondary filter
- How to clean the filters
- How do I fill the Micro Sprayer solution in the bottle
- Guide for storage and maintenance
How do I receive another manual
Click a link below to download a PDF manual.
Models EXL/MG Series (years 1999 to current)
Compact/Tristar EX20/CXL/DXL (years 1973-1998)
How to attach and detach hose
Slide into wand/handle.
Push into mating part.
To detach, press latch button and pull apart.
To detach hose from unit, squeeze latch buttons and pull apart.
Cord quick release closed. Place one hand on top of unit to stabilize before wrapping or unwrapping cord.
For fast, easy removal of entire cord, rotate cord quick release 180° to release cord.
To partially unwrap cord, leave quick release in place. Unwrap cord to desired length.
Connect to outlet. To disconnect, remove cord from outlet.
To rewrap cord, place quick release in closed position. Wrap cord around base of unit. Attach plug to cord.
Slide into wand/handle.
Clean hard floors.
To detach, press latch button and pull.
Slide into wand/handle.
Clean between cushions and other tight spaces.
To detach, press latch button and pull.
How to use the upholstery tool
Slide into wand/handle.
Adjust tool.
Clean Sofa arms, pillows, blankets,clothing, car interiors, etc.
To detach, press latch button and pull.
Push button to Stop unit.
Lift hood and remove.
Lift tabs on filter to remove.
Attach hose.
Push button to Start unit.
Blow debris from under furniture.
Fill inflatables.
To unclog hose put handle in suction port.
Push button to Stop unit.
Slide into wand/handle.
Adjust tool.
Clean table tops and books.
Clean curtains.
To detach, press latch button and pull.
Steer the Power Brush extension around chair or table legs.
Select OFF and remove power cord from outlet.
Turn Power Brush over, gently remove object.
Push RESET button on Power Brush.
Replace power cord and select ON to restart.
Top handle.
Front handle.
At the rear of the unit, pull latch to open lid.
Remove paper liner.
Discard paper liner.
Insert clean paper liner.
Periodically clean cloth liner.
How to change the secondary filter
Open unit and remove Paper Filter Bag and Cloth Dust Bag.
Remove plastic filter cover and foam filter from motor.
Wash foam filter with mild soap and allow to air dry.
DO NOT Insert Wet Foam Filter Into unit.
Replace foam filter on motor and snap plastic filter cover in place.
Replace Cloth Dust Bag and Paper Filter Bag.
Close lid.
How to clean the filters
Open unit and remove Paper Filter Bag and Cloth Dust Bag.
Remove plastic filter cover and foam filter from motor.
Wash foam filter with mild soap and allow to air dry.
DO NOT Insert Wet Foam Filter Into unit.
Replace foam filter on motor and snap plastic filter cover in place.
Replace Cloth Dust Bag and Paper Filter Bag.
Close lid.
How do I fill the Micro Sprayer solution in the bottle
Simply combine water with either solution, or both at the same time. Connect the hose to the blower end of your TriStar floor care system and attach the Healthy Home MicroSprayer to the wand. Turn on the TriStar system and use the trigger to lightly spray bedding, furniture, pet areas and other spaces where treatment is necessary.
Guide for storage and maintenance
Simple, easy storage of entire unit in a dry place.