KH 4421 - Vacuum Cleaner SILVERCREST - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KH 4421 SILVERCREST

Handheld Vacuum Cleaner

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CONTENT

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Intended Usage 2
Delivery Contents 2
Technical Data 2
Important Safety Instructions 2
Before the First Use 3
Charging 3
Mounting the Wall Bracket 4
Assembly 4
Operation 4
Cleaning 5
Changing and cleaning the dust filter 5
Disposal 5
Warranty & Service 6
Importer 6

Read the operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time and preserve this booklet for later reference. Pass the manual on to whomsoever might acquire the appliance at a later date.

HANDHELD VACUUM CLEANER KH 4421

Intended Usage

This hand vacuum cleaner may only be used for the vacuuming of dry surfaces and dry materials. People or animals may not be vacuumed with this appliance. Any other usage or changes to the appliance are improper use and may result in considerable danger of injury. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages that result from improper use of the appliance or are caused by incorrect operation of it. The appliance is not intended for commercial use.

Delivery Contents

13 Crevice tool
Upholstery brush
Dust collector
Dust filter
4 Motor unit
5 ON/OFF switch
Charge indicator light
7 Charging station / wall bracket
Screws / plugs for wall installation
9 Power adapter

① NOTE:

The cordless hand vacuum cleaner model KH 4421 is delivered with uncharged batteries. The batteries must be charged for 24 hours before the first use.

Technical Data

Power adapter

Input voltage: 230V 50Hz

Output voltage: Direct current (DC), 9V / 150 mA

Batteries: 3 × 1,2 ~V Ni-MH batteries / 2200 mAh

Important Safety Instructions

To avoid a life-threatening electric shock:

• Do not charge or use the appliance outdoors.
• Never use the hand vacuum cleaner if the cable, plug or casing are damaged.
• To minimise potentially fatal risks, arrange for defective power plugs or power cables to be replaced as soon as possible by qualified technicians or our Customer Service Department.
• Send defective appliances to the appropriate service centre or have repairs performed only by a qualified workshop. Under no circumstances should you open the appliance yourself. Manipulations made by persons other than qualified technicians could represent a health hazard.
• Before switching the hand vacuum cleaner on, make certain that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated in the technical data for the appliance.
• Never touch the power supply or the appliance with wet or damp hands.
• Do not use the power adapter with an extension cord; connect the power adapter directly to a power socket.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for vacuuming up liquids.

To avoid the risk of injury:

• Do not change any accessories while the appliance is switched on.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for vacuuming up sharp objects or glass shards.
• Never vacuum up burning matches, glowing ashes or cigarette butts.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for vacuuming up chemical products, stone dust, gypsum, cement or similar particles.
• This hand vacuum cleaner is only suitable for use on dry surfaces. The appliance is not suitable for foam, water, flammable and explosive substances or other liquids.
• Always store the appliance indoors. To prevent accidents, keep the appliance in a dry location when not in use.
• Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery cells may occur. In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with skin or eyes, the affected area must be rinsed off with water immediately. Contact a physician.

To conduct yourself safely:

• Use only accessory parts recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not allow individuals (including children) to use the appliance whose physical, sensorial or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge hinder their safe usage of it if they have not previously been supervised or instructed in its correct usage. Tell children about the appliance and its potential dangers so that they do not play with it.
• The cable of the charging station may not be used for other purposes. Never carry the charging station or the power adapter by the cable. Do not pull on the cable when you want to move the appliance.
  Always grip the power plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Always be sure to keep the hand vacuum cleaner away from heating elements, ovens or other heated appliances and surfaces.
Always make certain that the ventilation slits are open. A blocked ventilation circuit can result in overheating and damage to the appliance.
- This product contains rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Do not thow the batteries into a fire and do not subject them to high temperatures. There is a risk of explosion!
Take special care when using the hand vacuum cleaner on stairs.
- Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner without the dust filter inserted.
- Do not use the power adapter for a different product and do not attempt to charge this appliance with a different charging station. Only use the charging station supplied with this appliance.

Before the First Use

1. The cordless hand vacuum cleaner is powered by rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Before using the cordless hand vacuum cleaner for the first time, the batteries must be charged for at least 24 hours.
2. The batteries reach their full capacity after a charging time of 24 hours. Only place the appliance back in the charging station ① once the vacuum power becomes noticeably weaker.

Charging

① NOTE:

Make certain that the on/off switch 5 is in position "0" before starting the charging process.

1. Insert the round plug of the power supply into the back of the charging station ①. Lock the plug by turning it anti-clockwise.

2. Place the charging station ⑦ next to a power socket and plug the power adapter in.

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The charging station can optionally be mounted on a wall with the supplied screws and plugs (see Chapter „Mounting the wall bracket"). Vertical screw spacing 102mm , screw diameter 3,5mm . The borehole has to fit for plug diameter 5mm .

You can store the crevice tool 13 and the upholstery brush 15 in the slots on the charging station 7.

1. Place the hand vacuum cleaner in the charging station 7.The charge indicator light 6 lights up red and the charging process begins.

Important:

• Once the charging process is completed, the appliance automatically switches to the charge maintenance function. However, in order to avoid possible damage to the batteries, do not leave the appliance constantly connected to the charging station.
• Only place the appliance back on the charging station ① once the vacuum power becomes noticeably weaker.

Important information about the battery

In the event of a defective battery, please contact our service centre directly. Please refer to the guarantee card for the Authorized Service Outlet in your country.

Mounting the Wall Bracket

1. Bore two holes with a spacing of ca. 102mm Using the wall bracket 7 to mark the boreholes ensures the correct spacing.
2. Push the plugs 8 into the boreholes and screw in the lower screw 8 until ca. 3mm is protruding.
3. Place the wall bracket 7 on the lower screw.
4. Guide the upper screw 8 through the wall brakket 7 and into the borehole, then screw it in.
5. Tighten both screws 8 down.

Assembly

NOTE:

Make certain that the dust filter 3 is always inserted before using the appliance.

1. To open the dust collector 2, turn the dust collector 2 and pull it off the motor unit 4. Make certain that the dust filter 3 is inserted and put the dust collector 2 back on. Turn the dust collector 2 until the arrow symbol points to the dot on the motor unit 4.
2. Should the crevice tool 1a or the upholstery brush be required, insert them into the suction opening of the dust collector 2.

Operation

1. Remove the hand vacuum cleaner from the charging station ⑦. Using the supplied plugs and screws ⑧ the charging station ⑨ can optionally be mounted on the wall.
2. To switch the appliance on, move the on/off switch 5 to the position "l".
3. After use place the on/off switch ⑤ into position "O".

4. The crevice tool is used to clean narrow, hard-to-reach areas.

5. The upholstery brush is used to clean sofas, car seats and other cushioned items.

To remove the upholstery brush 1b from the hand vacuum cleaner, press both of the lateral lugs on the tool forward simultaneously.

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Put the assembled hand vacuum cleaner in the charging station 7 and start the charging process when the vacuum power is noticeably weaker.

Cleaning

Changing and cleaning the dust filter

To achieve the best results, empty the dust collector 2 and clean the dust filter 3 after every use.

1. To open the dust collector 2, turn the dust collector 2 and pull it off the motor unit 4.
2. To remove the dust filter 3 from the motor unit, turn it and pull it off the motor unit 4.
3. Empty the dust collector 2
4. Clean the dust filter 3 in cold water and wait until it is completely dry before putting it back on the motor unit 4. Do not dry it with hot airstream.
5. Place the dust filter 3 on the motor unit 4. Turn the dust filter 3 to attach it. Never use the hand vacuum cleaner without the dust filter 3 inserted.
6. Put the dust collector 2 back on. Turn the dust collector 2 until the arrow symbol points to the dot on the motor unit 4.

Important!

The suction opening must always be open and unblocked. Blockages lead to overheating and damage to the motor.

Disposal

Do not dispose of the appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the European guideline 2002/96/EC.

Dispose of the appliance through an approved disposal centre or at your community waste facility. Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal centre.

Battery disposal!

Batteries may not be disposed of with normal domestic waste. All consumers are statutorily obliged to dispose of batteries at the collection point in their community/district or with the original supplier. The purpose of this obligation is to ensure that batteries can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. Only dispose of batteries when they are fully discharged.

Dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

Warranty & Service

The warranty for this appliance is for 3 years from the date of purchase. This appliance has been manufactured with care and meticulously examined before delivery. Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase date. Should a claim need to be made under the warranty, please make contact by telephone with our service department. Only in this way can a post-free despatch for your goods be assured.

The warranty covers ONLY claims for material and manufacturing defects, not for wearing or consumable or for damage to fragile components. This product is for private use only and is not intended for commercial applications.

The warranty will become void in the event of abusive and improper handling, use of force and internal tampering not carried or approved by our authorized service branch. Your statutory rights are not restricted in any way by this warranty.

GB DES Ltd

Units 14-15

Bilston Industrial Estate

Oxford Street

Bilston

WV147EG

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IE Irish Connection

Harbour view

Howth

Co. Dublin

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Importer

KOMPERNASS GMBH

BURGSTRASSE 21

44867 BOCHUM, GERMANY

www.kompernass.com

47623 Kevelaer, Germany

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