FC8199 - Vacuum Cleaner PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Vacuum Cleaner
Brand	Philips
Model	FC8199
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approx. 300 x 250 x 200 mm
Weight	Approx. 2.5 kg
Power Consumption	600 W
Dust Capacity	1.5 L
Cord Length	5 m
Noise Level	Approx. 72 dB
Filtration System	HEPA filter
Suction Power	Adjustable, max 250 air watts
Power Cord Type	Retractable
Attachments Included	Crevice tool, dusting brush, upholstery nozzle
Vacuum Type	Canister (bagged/bagless)
Bag Type	Philips s-bag (synthetic)
Filter Maintenance	HEPA filter washable every 3 months
Control Type	Foot pedal on/off, suction control on handle
Safety Features	Thermal overload protection
Repairability Index	7.5/10 (spare parts available)
Country of Origin	China

Frequently Asked Questions - FC8199 PHILIPS

How do I empty the dust bag?

Turn off and unplug the vacuum. Open the bag compartment, remove the full bag, and replace with a new Philips s-bag. Dispose of the old bag properly.

How often should I clean or replace the HEPA filter?

The HEPA filter should be cleaned every 3 months under running water and completely dried before reuse. Replace every 12 months or if damaged.

What should I do if the suction power decreases?

Check the dust bag: if full, replace it. Also inspect the filter for clogs and clean or replace as needed. Ensure attachments and hoses are not blocked.

Can I use third-party bags?

It is recommended to use genuine Philips s-bags (type: synthetic) to maintain optimal performance and filter efficiency. Third-party bags may reduce suction and cause dust leakage.

How do I replace the dust bag?

Open the front cover by pressing the release button. Remove the full bag by pulling the cardboard tab. Insert a new bag fully into the holder, ensuring it fits snugly. Close the cover until it clicks.

The cord does not rewind fully. What should I do?

Ensure the cord is not twisted or obstructed. Gently pull out the cord and guide it back in slowly while pressing the rewind button. If the problem persists, contact Philips service.

Is the vacuum suitable for pet hair?

Yes, the Philips FC8199 comes with a special pet hair nozzle (if included) and a HEPA filter that traps allergens. However, for large amounts of pet hair, consider a dedicated pet vacuum.

How do I clean the attachment tools?

Most attachments can be rinsed with water and dried thoroughly. The brush tool may need to have hair wound around it removed manually. Avoid using harsh chemicals.

The vacuum overheats and shuts off. Why?

This is a thermal protection feature. Possible causes: a full dust bag, clogged filter, or blocked hose. Turn off, unplug, and let it cool for 30 minutes. Resolve the cause before restarting.

Where can I find spare parts or accessories?

Spare parts such as filters, bags, and nozzles can be purchased directly from Philips website, authorized dealers, or major online retailers. Use the model number FC8199 to ensure compatibility.

USER MANUAL FC8199 PHILIPS

ENGLISH 6

INDONESIA 11

KOREAN 16

BAHASA MELAYU 21

THAI 26

VIETNAMESE 30

TRADITIONAL CHINESE 35

SIMPLIFIED CHINESE 39

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1 Cover release tab 2 Cover 3 Carrying handle 4 Rear wheel 5 Dust container lid 6 Filter cylinder case 7 Filter cylinder 8 Dust container 9 Hose connection opening 10 Hose connector 11 Cord rewind button 12 On/off button 13 Electronic suction power control (FC8199 only) 14 Floor nozzle 15 Storage/parking ridge 16 Crevice tool 17 Small nozzle (FC8199 only) 18 3 tubes 19 Suction power slide 20 Handgrip 21 Parking slot 22 Exhaust filter 23 Filter grille 24 Crevice tool holder 25 Mains cord with plug 26 Carrying grip 27 Swivel wheel 28 Storage slot 29 Type plate

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.

Danger

- Never suck up water or any other liquid. Never suck up flammable substances and do not suck up ashes until they are cold.

Warning

• Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged.
• If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not point the hose, the tube or any other accessory at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when it is connected to the vacuum cleaner and the vacuum cleaner is switched on.
• The appliance does not work if the dust container is not properly placed.

Caution

• Do not suck up large objects as this may cause the air passage in the tube or hose to become obstructed.
• When you use the appliance to vacuum ashes, fine sand, lime, cement dust and similar substances, the pores of the filter cylinder become clogged. If you notice a strong decrease in suction power, clean the filter cylinder.

- Never use the appliance without the filter cylinder. This damages the motor and shortens the life of the appliance.

• Only use the Philips filter cylinder supplied with the appliance.
• The filter cylinder is not waterproof and cannot be cleaned with water, cleaning agents or flammable substances. Follow the instructions in chapter 'Cleaning'.
• During vacuum cleaning, especially in rooms with low air humidity, your vacuum cleaner builds up static electricity. As a result you can experience electric shocks when you touch the tube or other steel parts of your vacuum cleaner. These shocks are not harmful to you and do not damage the appliance. To reduce this inconvenience we advise you:

1 to discharge the appliance by frequently holding the tube against other metal objects in the room (for example the legs of a table or chair, a radiator etc.) (Fig. 2). 2 to raise the air humidity level in the room by placing water in the room. For example, you can hang containers filled with water from your radiators or place bowls filled with water on or near your radiators (Fig. 3).

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

- This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

Preparing for use

Hose

1 To connect the hose, push it into the appliance (1) and turn it clockwise (2) ('click') (Fig. 4). 2 To disconnect the hose, turn it anticlockwise (1) and pull it out of the appliance (2) (Fig. 5).

Tube

1 To connect the tube parts to each other, insert the narrow section into the wider section and turn it a little. (Fig. 6) 2 To connect the tube to the handgrip of the hose, insert the narrow section into the wider section and turn it a little (Fig. 7).

• To disconnect the tube or tube parts, pull and turn a little.
• Connect and disconnect the accessories in the same way.

Floor nozzle

The floor nozzle enables you to clean the floor efficiently. You can use the floor nozzle on carpet with the brush strips folded in or on hard floors (for instance tiled, parqueted, laminated and linoleumed flooring) with the brush strips folded out.

1 To connect the floor nozzle to the tube, insert the narrow section into the floor nozzle and turn a little (Fig. 8).

2 Push the rocker switch on top of the floor nozzle with your foot to make the brush strip for cleaning hard floors come out of the nozzle housing (Fig. 9). 3 Push the rocker switch on the other side to make the brush strip disappear into the floor nozzle housing (Fig. 10).

Crevice tool

• You can use the crevice tool to clean hard-to-reach places quickly and conveniently.
• You find the crevice tool in the crevice tool compartment of the appliance. (Fig. 11)
• You can connect the crevice tool to the tube or directly to the handgrip of the hose.

1 To connect the crevice tool, insert the tube or handgrip into the small nozzle while turning a little.

Small nozzle (FC8199 only)

• You can use the small nozzle to clean small areas, e.g. the seats of chairs and sofas (Fig. 12).
• You can connect the small nozzle to the tube or directly to the handgrip of the hose.

1 To connect the small nozzle, insert the tube or handgrip into the small nozzle while turning a little.

Using the appliance

Vacuuming

1 Pull the mains cord out of the appliance and put the plug in the wall socket. 2 Press the on/off button on top of the appliance with your foot to switch on the appliance. (Fig. 13)

Adjusting suction power

During vacuum cleaning, you can adjust the suction power with:

• the suction power slide on the handgrip (Fig. 14).
• The electronic suction power control on the vacuum cleaner (FC8199 only). (Fig. 15)

Note: Use maximum suction power to vacuum very dirty carpets and hard floors. Use minimum suction power to vacuum curtains, tablecloths, etc.

Parking the tube

- If you want to pause for a moment, insert the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot to park the tube in a convenient position. (Fig. 16)

Storage

1. Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 2. Press the cord rewind button to rewind the mains cord (Fig. 17). 3. After use, store the crevice tool in its holder (Fig. 11). 4. Put the appliance in an upright position and insert the ridge on the floor nozzle into the storage slot on the appliance (Fig. 18).

Cleaning the filters

Dust container and filter cylinder

For optimal performance, always empty the dust container after use and clean the filter cylinder regularly.

1. Disconnect the hose from the appliance. 2. Pull at the cover release tab (1) and open the cover (2). (Fig. 19) The dust container cannot be removed from the canister if the hose is still attached.

3. Remove the dust container from the appliance. (Fig. 20)

4. Remove the lid of the dust container. (Fig. 21)

5. To remove the filter cylinder case, turn it anticlockwise (1) and lift it out of the dust container (2). (Fig. 22)

6. Remove the filter cylinder from the dust container. (Fig. 23)

7. To clean the filter cylinder, tap it against the side of a dustbin. (Fig. 24)

Note: Be sure you are not losing the rubber sealing. Check if the sealing is still there after replacing back, otherwise dust will go through the motor. (Fig. 25)

8 Empty the dust container into a dustbin. (Fig. 26)

9 Put the filter cylinder back into the dust container. (Fig. 27)

10 Put the filter cylinder case back onto the filter cylinder (1) and turn it clockwise to fix it (2). (Fig. 28)

11 Reattach the lid of the dust container (1) and close it ('click') (2). (Fig. 29)

12 Put the dust container back into the appliance. (Fig. 30)

13 Close the cover ('click').

Exhaust filter

1 To detach the filter grille, push the tab downwards (Fig. 31). 2 Take out the exhaust filter. Shake out the dirt over a dustbin (Fig. 32). 3 Put back the exhaust filter (Fig. 33). 4 To reattach the filter grille to the vacuum cleaner, align the two ridges of the grille with the two slots on the vacuum cleaner and close the grille ('click') (Fig. 34).

Environment

- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 35).

Guarantee and service

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution
The suction power is insufficient	The dust container is full. Empty the dust container.
	The filter cylinder is dirty. Clean the filter cylinder (see chapter 'Cleaning').
	The suction power slide on the handgrip is open. Close the suction power slide on the handgrip.
	FC8199 only: the electronic suction power control is set to a low setting. Set the electronic suction power control to a higher setting.
	The exhaust filter is dirty. Shake this filter over a dustbin to clean it.
	The nozzle, tube or hose is blocked up. To remove the obstruction, disconnect the blocked-up item and connect it (as far as possible) the other way around. Switch on the vacuum cleaner to suck the obstruction out of the blocked-up item.

Introduction