Shark IA3241UKT Phoenix AED Cordless Vacuum - Ultramarine
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The Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean & Empty Pet Pro Cordless Vacuum IA3241UKT combines intelligent cordless cleaning with an Auto-Empty Charging Dock that empties and recharges the vacuum after every clean. Designed for busy homes and pet owners, it detects dirt, floor type, edges and cleaning direction before automatically adjusting its performance.
- Auto-Empty Charging Dock – automatically empties and recharges the vacuum, holding up to 45 days of dust and debris
- Four PowerDetect technologies – detects dirt, floor type, edges and cleaning direction to optimise performance
- Pet Pro cleaning – includes Anti Hair Wrap technology and a Motorised Pet Tool for embedded pet hair
- Reveal Technology – an angled cyan light makes fine dust and hidden debris easier to see on hard floors
- Up to 60 minutes of runtime – with a removable battery, Flexology wand and five-year registered guarantee
Automatically empties and charges after every clean
Return the Shark PowerDetect Speed to its Auto-Empty Charging Dock and the collected dirt is automatically removed from the vacuum’s dust cup. The dock then begins recharging the battery, leaving the vacuum ready for the next cleaning session.
The larger base container can hold up to 45 days of dust and debris, depending on usage. This reduces the need to empty the vacuum manually after every clean and limits direct contact with collected dust, dirt and pet hair.
The dock also features an anti-odour system and HEPA filtration to help seal collected debris inside the base.
Four intelligent PowerDetect technologies
PowerDetect Intelligence uses a combination of sensors to recognise changing cleaning conditions throughout your home. The vacuum automatically adjusts its suction and brush-roll performance, reducing the need to select different modes manually.
Dirt Detect identifies dirtier and heavily used areas before automatically increasing suction power. This provides additional cleaning performance where greater debris levels are detected.
Floor Detect recognises changes between carpets and hard floors, automatically adjusting brush-roll speed and suction to suit the surface.
Edge Detect senses walls, corners and skirting boards before increasing suction along the side of the floorhead to improve edge cleaning.
Direction Detect delivers effective debris pickup during both forward and reverse cleaning strokes, helping the vacuum collect dirt with fewer repeated passes.
Reveal Technology highlights hidden dust
A precision-angled cyan beam illuminates the area directly in front of the floorhead. This increases the contrast between fine debris and the surface of your hard floor, making dust that may otherwise be difficult to see more visible.
Reveal Technology is particularly useful on tiled, laminate, vinyl and wooden floors where light dust can easily blend into the surrounding surface.
Designed for homes with pets
The main floorhead features an Anti Hair Wrap design that helps separate and remove hair from the brush roll while you clean. This reduces the amount of hair that needs to be manually cut or pulled away from the floorhead.
The included Motorised Pet Tool provides powered cleaning for sofas, stairs, pet beds, car interiors and other upholstered surfaces. Its rotating brush helps lift embedded pet hair and debris that may be difficult to remove using a standard crevice tool.
A 20cm Duster-Crevice Tool is also included for cleaning narrow gaps, corners, shelves, skirting boards and spaces between furniture.
Up to 60 minutes of cordless cleaning
The removable lithium-ion battery provides up to 60 minutes of runtime. This maximum figure is measured at the handheld unit in Eco mode using a non-motorised accessory.
Actual runtime will vary according to the selected power level, detected dirt levels and whether the powered floorhead or Motorised Pet Tool is being used. A full battery charge takes approximately five hours.
Flexology reaches beneath low furniture
Shark Flexology allows the wand to bend so the floorhead can travel underneath beds, sofas, tables and other low furniture without requiring you to bend down as far.
The wand also folds into a more compact position when the vacuum is stored on or near its charging dock.
Converts into a handheld vacuum
Detach the handheld unit to clean stairs, furniture, shelves, car interiors and other above-floor areas. The handheld section weighs approximately 1.59kg before an accessory is fitted, making it easier to manoeuvre during shorter cleaning jobs.
The combination of stick, handheld and powered pet-cleaning configurations allows the IA3241UKT to handle most everyday cleaning tasks with one cordless system.
HEPA filtration and sealed allergen capture
The Auto-Empty Dock incorporates HEPA filtration, while Shark’s Anti-Allergen Complete Seal helps capture and retain fine dust, debris and up to 99.97% of allergens measuring 0.3 microns or larger.
This sealed system is particularly useful in homes with pets or where reducing the release of collected dust during emptying is an important consideration.
Shark PowerDetect IA3241UKT specification lookup
| Brand | Shark |
| Model | IA3241UKT |
| Product type | Cordless stick and handheld vacuum cleaner |
| Recommended for | Carpets, hard floors and homes with pets |
| Auto-Empty Dock | Yes – automatically empties and charges the vacuum |
| Auto-Empty capacity | Up to 45 days of dust and debris |
| Detection technologies | Dirt Detect, Floor Detect, Edge Detect and Direction Detect |
| Floor illumination | Reveal Technology cyan light |
| Hair management | Anti Hair Wrap floorhead |
| Maximum runtime | Up to 60 minutes in Eco mode with a non-motorised tool |
| Battery charging time | Approximately 5 hours |
| Battery type | Removable lithium-ion battery |
| Dust cup capacity | 0.47 litres |
| Filtration | HEPA filtration and Anti-Allergen Complete Seal |
| Included tools | Motorised Pet Tool and 20cm Duster-Crevice Tool |
| Flexology wand | Yes |
| LED floorhead light | Yes |
| Cleaning path width | 21.08cm |
| Handheld unit weight | 1.59kg |
| Total listed weight | 6.44kg |
| Product dimensions | 37.49 × 26.01 × 114cm |
| Power | 350W |
| Colour | Ultramarine |
| Main unit guarantee | 5 years upon registration with Shark |
| Battery guarantee | 2 years |
Buyer’s Best Pick
The Shark IA3241UKT is a particularly strong choice for busy households that want the convenience of a cordless vacuum without having to empty a small dust cup after every cleaning session. Its Auto-Empty Charging Dock is the defining feature: place the vacuum back on the base and it automatically removes the collected dirt, begins charging the battery and stores the debris for up to 45 days.
It is especially well suited to homes with pets and a mixture of carpets and hard floors. PowerDetect automatically responds as the vacuum moves between surfaces, reaches the edge of a room or encounters a dirtier area. Direction Detect also improves pickup on both forward and backward strokes, making quick daily cleaning more efficient.
The Pet Pro package is worth choosing when hair regularly collects on sofas, stairs, pet beds or car seats. The included Motorised Pet Tool uses a powered brush rather than relying only on suction, making it more effective than a standard nozzle for lifting embedded hair from upholstery.
There are a few practical trade-offs to consider. The Auto-Empty Dock requires a permanent space beside a plug socket, so it may feel excessive in a smaller home with limited storage. The five-hour charging time is also relatively long, and the advertised 60-minute runtime is measured in Eco mode at the handheld unit with a non-motorised tool. Runtime will be lower when using the powered floorhead or when PowerDetect increases suction.
Customers who only need a lightweight cordless vacuum for occasional cleaning may find a standard model without an Auto-Empty Dock more compact and economical. However, for a pet-owning family looking for an intelligent main vacuum with less manual emptying, strong floor versatility and useful above-floor tools, the IA3241UKT is a complete and genuinely convenient package.
We offer swift & secure free delivery across N.I
- Fully tracked & fully insured deliveries across NI
- Large appliances & TV installation available in the local area
- Large appliances, BBQ & TV shipping service across NI
- For in stock items delivery is either 1-2 working days or 3-5 working days from time of order.*
* Delivery lead times of individual products are available in real time on the product page (see availability bar underneath the product's price).
Deliveries within Ballymoney Area:
All items are available for free delivery within a rough 15 miles radius of Ballymoney (North Coast, Coleraine & Ballymena).*
- Two man delivery with our own vans
- Pre-booked morning or afternoon slot
- Installation service available on TVs, BBQs & most appliances.**
- Deliveries can be held for a targeted date if you're not ready to receive the goods.
For in stock items it will either be 1-2 working days or 3-5 working days depending on the exact time you place your order. For the avoidance of doubt give the team a call.
Deliveries are typically during working hours which is Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm.
* Excludes instore / click & collect exclusives.
** Please check the installation page for pricing.
Deliveries to N.I (beyond Ballymoney radius)
Most products are available for free delivery across N.I. with the exception of a small amount of products due to the relative cost of carriage.
- Parcel sized items are delivered via DPD Ireland fully tracked & insured. (Coffee machines, speakers, etc etc)
- Large appliances/BBQs & TVs are shipped on a pallet delivery service which is also fully tracked & insured. The delivery company will call in advance to book in a suitable date.
- Deliveries can be held for a targeted date if you're not ready to receive the goods.
Timed Deliveries:
- Parcel sized items will provide tracking updates via text. You will get a notification on the morning of delivery with your one hour window.
- Pallet deliveries will be booked in advance and are typically morning or afternoon slots.
- Items can be held upon request if you are not going to be ready for the goods.
Collect at store:
Order to collect at store is available Monday to Friday. This option will be presented at checkout.
Questions?
If you have any questions relating to delivery or installation contact our support team.
Unwanted item (as new/opened to inspect):
If you've changed your mind about your purchase, but have opened the packaging to inspect it, then please return the item in its original condition within 30 days and we'll exchange or refund it.
You can find our return address below and we would ask you to contact us in advance of posting an item back to ensure it can be easily identified.
If the item is related to food or personal hygiene please note that you may invalidate your right to return as an unwanted item.
The cost of postage for unwanted items that has been opened but not used is not covered by Northxsouth limited.
Unwanted item (used):
Under consumer law, you may examine the goods as you would in a physical shop however if you wish to obtain a full refund then you must not start using them or devalue them in any way.
Please contact us if you have used an item that you have recently purchased and we will be happy to discuss your options.
We will treat every situation on a case by case basis.
We may offer store credit or to accept the return with a fair deduction to cover any loss of value.
We do however retain the right to reject a return on this basis at our discretion.
The cost of postage for unwanted items that have been used is not covered by Northxsouth limited
Received damaged:
If upon opening the goods you discover the item is damaged please retain the packaging and get in touch for further instruction.
If the packaging appears in poor condition we advise you to refuse delivery and contact us at the earliest opportunity.
We would ask that all items are inspected and any damage reported within two working days of receipt of delivery
Cost of postage for damaged goods is covered by Northxsouth limited
Faulty goods (under 30 days):
If your goods develop a fault within 30 days of delivery we will collect the item for a full refund or exchange.
Please ensure that you have thoroughly researched the symptoms. If we discover that the unit is not defective (for example due to an improper installation) we may reject the return.
Please note we cannot cover any faults caused by misuse or customer damage.
Cost of postage for faulty goods under 30 days is covered by Northxsouth limited.
Faulty goods (over 30 days):
Goods that are defective outside of 30 days but under the manufacturer's stated guarantee will be serviced via a local repair agent on the manufacturer's behalf.
Within the first six months the manufacturer is entitled to attempt one free repair to correct the defect provided this is done within a reasonable timeframe.
Please ensure to troubleshoot the issue beforehand as a service call may be chargeable if the the fault cannot be replicated by the engineer.
Please contact us to discuss.
Hygiene Items
Due to hygiene concerns, certain items such as (but not limited to) personal care and cookware cannot be accepted for return in the event of buyers remorse.
Prior to opening and/or installing any of these items please be sure that you are satisfied that you have made the correct purchase.
If you are in any doubt as to whether your product qualifies in this category, please contact us beforehand.
Otherwise, our typical terms and conditions noted above apply.
Additional:
- All serial numbers are recorded at point of delivery. We will not accept a return for an item if it does not match our database.
- Customers have a duty of care to ensure the safe return of goods under all scenarios.
- Please retain all receipts or proof of postage
- We cannot refund any additional shipping costs that you paid in the original order outside of late deliveries where express shipping has been purchased.
Return Address:
Northxsouth Limited
28-29 Acorn Business Centre
2 Riada Avenue
Ballymoney
Co. Antrim
Northern Ireland
BT53 7LH
FAQ
Where are you based?
Where are you based?
We are based in Ballymoney, Co. Antrim and our showroom is open 9am to 5pm weekdays (excluding bank holidays).
Where do you deliver to?
Where do you deliver to?
We deliver across Northern Ireland.
Small parcels travel via DPD & bulky goods are delivered via Woodsides Logistics.
** We do not deliver goods to mainland GB.
I have technical questions - can you help?
I have technical questions - can you help?
Absolutely. Our team has decades of experience with designing kitchens, installing home cinema & grilling steaks!
I cannot find the model I was looking for?
I cannot find the model I was looking for?
We have access to a huge selection of brands & models that are not listed on our website.
Get in touch via your preferred method (chat, mail or telephone) and we'll get back to you with a price.
What payment methods do you accept?
What payment methods do you accept?
Online you can checkout with card, Paypal & Klarna.
Bank transfer is available upon request and you can pay cash in store.
Extended finance options are available.
** We do not accept cheques or cash on delivery.
Does pricing including VAT?
Does pricing including VAT?
Yes. All of our pricing includes 20% VAT.
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