CENTEC - Vacuum Cleaners DIRT DEVIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CENTEC DIRT DEVIL

Bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner

Mode d'emploi

Thank you for purchasing the Centec and your confidence in us.

Overview of the scope of delivery (Fig. 1)

1 Suction hose release buttons
2 Dust container
3 Floor nozzle (Fig. as an example)
4 Carrying-handle
5 "Carpet/hard floor" selector
6 Parking hook
7 Telescopic tube stop catch
8 Telescopic tube
9 Bypass vent
10 Furniture brush
11 Crevice nozzle
12 Accessory bracket
13 Emptying button
14 Fitting mark on the dust container
15 Fitting mark on the dust container cover
16 Motor protection filter
17 Release button for the dust container
18 Dust container cover
19 Central lamellae filter
20Filter fleece (optional)
21 Dust container
22 MAX marking on the dust container
23 Dust compartment bottom plate
24 Baffle
25 On/Off switch
26 Cleaning indicator
27 Suction power control
28 Parking bracket
29 Cable retraction button
30 Exhaust filter
31 Filter holder
32 Exhaust filter cover release buttons
33 Exhaust filter cover
34 Operating Manual
35Long flexible crevice nozzle (optional)
Parquet brush (Fig. 2 / 2^ , optional*)
Turbo brush (Fig. 2/3^ , optional)
depending on model and scope of delivery

Conditions of warranty

We grant the legally prescribed warranty of 24 months from the date of purchase for the appliance distributed by us.

Within this period we will either repair or replace the appliance or accessory (damages to accessories do not automatically cause a replacement of the complete appliance) all defects due to manufacturing or materials at no cost.

Damages due to inappropriate use (operation on wrong voltage or type of current, connecting to unsuitable power supplies, breakage, etc.) are exempt from warranty, as are normal wear and minor defects that only negligibly influence the appliance's serviceability.

Intrusions by unauthorised parties and the use of spare parts not supplied by Royal Appliance invalidate the warranty. Consumable parts are not included in the warranty and are therefore at the customer's expense!

The warranty is only valid if the date of purchase has been acknowledged by the dealer's stamp and signature on the warranty card or if a copy of the invoice or sales slip is included with the sent-in appliance. Warranty work does not extend the warranty period nor does it constitute a claim for a new warranty!

List of contents

1 Overview of your Centec 10

Conditions of warranty 10

In case of a warranty claim 10

2 Safety notices 11

2.1 Re: Operating Manual 11
2.2 Re: Certain groups of persons 11
2.3 Re: Power supply 11
2.4 Re: Appropriate Use 11
2.5 If the appliance is defective 11
2.6 Re: Disposal 11

3 Before use 12

3.1 Unpacking 12
3.2 Selecting the proper nozzle 12
3.3Assembly 12

4 Operation 13

4.1 Operational safety 13
4.2 Vacuum cleaning 13
4.3 Switching off 13
4.4 Transport and storage 13

5 Maintenance 14

5.1 Emptying and cleaning the dust container 14
5.2 Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter 14
5.3 Cleaning the exhaust filter 15
5.4 Spare parts and accessories 15
5.5 Before you send in the appliance 15

Technical data

Type of appliance	:bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner
Model	:Centec
Model number	:M2828 (-0/-1.../-8/-9)
Voltage	:220 – 240V ~, 50/60 Hz
Power	:1800 W nom. – 2500 W max.

Max. available dust bag capacity : approx. 1.5 litres

Power cord length :approx.5m

Weight :approx.5.3kg

Technical and design specifications may be changed in the course of continuous product improvement. © Royal Appliance International GmbH

In case of a warranty claim

Send us the appliance with its dust container empty and a short description of the defect in printed letters.

Head your accompanying letter with the notice "warranty claim". Send it to the following address, including the warranty card or a copy of the invoice or purchase slip:

Page 48, "International Service"

2.1 Re: Operating Manual

• Read this operating manual completely before working with the appliance. Keep the operating manual for reference. Include the operating manual if you pass the appliance on to someone else.
  Violations of the operating instructions can lead to severe injuries as well as damages to the appliance.
  We take no responsibility for damages due to violations of these operating instructions.
  By all means always observe the notices marked as follows to avoid accidents and damages to the appliance.

2.2 Re: Certain groups of persons

This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with impaired physical, sensorial or mental abilities and/or insufficient experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have been instructed in the proper use of the appliance by this person. Keep the appliance out of reach of people of these groups.

2.3 Re: Power supply

The appliance runs on electricity -- that means there is a general risk of electric shock. So please especially observe the following:

• Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Keep it away from rain and moisture.
  Always pull directly at the plug if you want to disconnect the appliance from the mains. Never pull on the cable as this could damage it.
  Never carry the appliance by its power cord. It could be damaged.
  Take care that the power cord is not bent, pinched, rolled over or gets in contact with heat sources. Also take care that it does not become a stumbling-hazard.

2.4 Re: Appropriate Use

The cylinder vacuum cleaner is intended for home use only. It is not suitable for commercial use.

Use the cylinder vacuum cleaner only for cleaning dry, normally soiled floors. With the furniture brush attached, you may also use the appliance for vacuuming furniture surfaces. With the bypass vent (Fig. 1/9) completely open and the necessary caution, you may even use the appliance to vacuum-clean drapes.

Our (optional) turbo brush serves solely to vacuum non-sensitive carpets, runners, doormats, and the like. Do not clean any objects with the turbo brush that you would not clean without a second thought with a conventional brush. Therefore, do not clean furniture, or materials with a delicate texture, nor any other high-quality or polished substrates with the turbo brush. Otherwise material damage might occur. If in doubt, refrain from using the turbo brush. In every instance observe the instructions for care and cleaning of the respective manufacturer.

Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited.

2.5 If the appliance is defective

If the power cord of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturers, their authorised service representative or a similarly qualified person to avoid danger.

2.6 Re: Disposal

Dispose of the appliance in compliance with the environmental protection laws of your country. Electrical waste may not be disposed of together with domestic waste. Use local old-appliance collection points instead.

WARNING:

Warning concerning health hazards describing possible risks of injury.

ATTENTION:

Warning concerning possible dangers to the appliance or other objects.

NOTE:

Highlights tips and information for you.

Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they don't play with the appliance. Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on the appliance.
Packing material must not be used to play with. There is danger of suffocation.

Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that the voltage stated on the type plate matches the voltage of your plug socket. Only use sockets with a ground/safety contact.
If possible, avoid using extension cords. If you must use an extension cord, use only safety-certified, water-protected single extension cords (nomulti-socket distributors) designed for the power consumption of the appliance.
Always check the power cord for possible damages before using the appliance.

It is especially forbidden:

To vacuum-clean:

• persons, animals, plants, especially hair, fingers and other parts of the body as well as pieces of clothing worn on the body. They could be sucked in and cause injuries.
• water and other fluids, especially damp carpet cleaning agents. Moisture inside the appliance can cause a short-circuit.
• toner dust (for laser printers, copying machines, etc.). There is danger of fire or explosion.
• hot ash, burning cigarettes or matches. This could cause a fire.
• pointed objects, such as glass shards, nails, etc. They can damage the appliance.
• rubble, plaster, cement, fine drilling-dust, makeup, etc. These might damage the appliance.

To use the appliance near explosive or easily flammable substances. There is danger of fire or explosion.
To use the appliance outdoors. There is danger of rain and dirt destroying the appliance.
To stick objects into the appliance's openings. It could overheat.
To modify or repair the appliance on your own.

Never use a defective appliance or operate an appliance with a defective power cord. Bring or send a defective appliance to a specialist dealer or to Royal Appliance Customer Services for repair. Address Page 48, International Service".

The filters used are made from environment-friendly materials. You may dispose of them in your household waste.

3.1 Unpacking

ATTENTION:

Always transport or ship the appliance in its original packaging to avoid damage. Keep the packaging for such an event. However, dispose of no longer needed packaging material properly.

3.2 Selecting the proper nozzle

3.3 Assembly

1. Unpack the appliance and all its accessories.
2. Check that the contents are intact.

NOTE:

Immediately contact your dealer if you have found damage resulting from transport.

1. Select the nozzle according to the surface to be cleaned:

The crevice nozzle and the furniture brush are included as accessories in the scope of delivery besides the floor nozzle (Fig. 2/1).

• Crevice nozzle (Fig. 2/4): Use this to vacuum dust from hard to reach places.
• Furniture brush (Fig. 2/5): Use this to vacuum dust off objects that have sensitive surfaces.

*Optionally available (i.e. included in the scope of delivery depending on model and features) are also:

• Parquet brush (Fig. 2/2*)
  Its long bristles make it especially suitable for cleaning delicate surfaces (e.g. parquet and laminate floors).
• Turbo brush (Fig. 2/3*)
  This has a rotating brush head and is most suitable for thoroughly deep cleaning of carpets. The brushing also raises the carpet pile.
• Long flexible crevice nozzle (Fig. 2/6*)
  Use this to vacuum dust from distant, hard-to-reach places.

NOTE:

When you use the long, flexible crevice nozzle, under certain circumstances the pressure inside the vacuum cleaner might drop too far thus triggering the safety valve. The signal for this is e.g. a whistling noise (depending on the vacuum cleaner model) and greatly reduced suction performance. In this case, depending on the vacuum cleaner model and equipment, you have to reduce the suction power or open the bypass vent until the valve no longer triggers.

1. Push the accessory bracket onto the telescopic tube as shown, or onto the handle (Fig. 3/A).
2. Push nozzles not in use onto the stubs of the accessory bracket (Fig. 3/ B).

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Only attach the nozzles if the appliance is not connected to the power supply. The cylinder vacuum cleaner could be switched on by accident.

ATTENTION:

Before vacuuming, make sure that the fitted nozzle suits the surface to be cleaned. Also observe the flooring manufacturer's recommendations.

1. Attach the selected nozzle to the bottom end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 4/A1) or of the handle (Fig. 4/B1).
2. Insert the end of the suction hose into the intake opening (Fig. 5/A) of the vacuum cleaner until you hear and feel it locking into place.

If using the telescopic tube:

1. Insert the handle into the upper end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 5/B).
2. Adjust the length of the telescopic tube (Fig. 5/C). Press down the release latch on the tube to do this. Then extend the telescopic tube to the desired length. Let go of the release catch while pulling until it locks in place. You will hear a distinct click.

4.1 Operational safety

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Check appliance and power cord before each use. A damaged appliance must never be used.

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Especially when vacuum-cleaning stairs make sure that you always stand on a higher level than the appliance.

ATTENTION:

Only use the cylinder vacuum cleaner with all filters intact, in dry condition and correctly fitted. Make sure that no objects obstruct the telescopic tube, the suction hose or other openings.

NOTE:

Your cylinder vacuum cleaner is equipped with a safety switch to prevent overheating. It will switch off automatically if overheated (e.g. due to clogged suction channels).

If this happens:

Switch off the vacuum cleaner.
Pull the plug from the power socket.
Remove the cause of the overheating.
Wait for about 45 minutes.

After it has cooled off, you may switch on the vacuum cleaner again.

4.2 Vacuum cleaning

1. Pull out the cord by the plug up to the yellow mark (Fig. 6/1).

WARNING:

Danger of electric shock! If the red marking (Fig. 6/2) shows, press the cord retracting button (Fig. 6/3) to pull in the cord up to the yellow mark (Fig. 6/1) again. Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged.

1. Insert the mains plug into a socket with ground/safety contact.
2. Switch on the cylinder vacuum cleaner with the on/off switch (Fig. 6/4).
3. Adjust the suction power with the suction power control (Fig. 6/5).

NOTE:

With the bypass vent (Fig. 6/6) you can quickly reduce the suction power if less power is needed, e.g. to release curtains accidentally sucked in.

1. If using the floor nozzle, set the "carpet/hard floor" selector according to the type of floor to be cleaned (Fig. 7/1):

Fig. 7/A: for deep- and short-pile carpets, runners

Fig. 7/B: for hard floors such as laminate, tiles, PVC etc.

WARNING:

Danger of injury! When leaving your working-area, switch off the appliance and mind the notices at chapter 4.3, "Switching off". This will help avoid accidents.

4.3 Switching off

WARNING:

Danger of injury! During uncontrolled retraction the power cord can whip around, become an obstacle or overthrow objects. Therefore keep the plug in your hand and guide it when retracting the power cord.

4.4 Transport and storage

1. Switch off the cylinder vacuum cleaner with the on/off switch (Fig. 6/4) and pull the plug from the mains socket.
2. Keep the plug in your hand.
3. To retract the power cord, push the cord retracting button (Fig. 6/3).

Only carry the vacuum cleaner by its carrying-handle (Fig. 8/1).
For storage you can park the telescopic tube on the vacuum cleaner by inserting the parking-hook of the floor nozzle into the parking-bracket (Fig. 8).
If you want to store the appliance for a longer period of time, empty the dust container. chapter 5.1, "Emptying and cleaning the dust container".
Store the appliance in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.

ATTENTION:

Never store the appliance next to heat sources (e.g. stoves or radiators). Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. Heat can damage the appliance.

5.1 Emptying and cleaning the dust container

ATTENTION:

Switch off the appliance before emptying the dust container. This will prevent dust from damaging the appliance.

NOTE:

You can dispose of the contents of the dust container with your regular domestic waste as long as it does not contain any substances not permitted in domestic waste.

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5.2 Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter

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It is best to empty the dust container after each vacuuming session.
However, empty the dust container at the latest when the 'MAX' mark (Fig. 9/B1) has been reached, if storing it for a long period, or when sending it.

1. Switch off the appliance, chapter 4.3, "Switching off".
2. Push the release button for the dust container (Fig. 9/A).
3. Remove the dust container by pulling it upwards out of its receptacle.
4. Empty the dust container by holding it low over a dustbin and only then press the release button (Fig. 9/B).
5. Twist off baffle by turning anticlockwise (Fig. 9/C) to empty and clean the dust container better.

NOTE:

The dust container cannot be cleaned with the central lamellae filter fitted. So clean the central lamellae filter on this occasion, chapter 5.2, "Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter".

1. Remove any residual dust from the dust container using a dry cloth or a soft brush, e.g. the supplied furniture brush.
2. Twist baffle back on by turning clockwise until you feel and hear it click into place.
3. Close the dust compartment bottom plate.

It is best to clean the central lamellae filter and the motor protection filter each time you empty the dust container.

Though clean both filters at the latest when the cleaning indicator (Fig. 1/25) lights up.

1. Switch off the appliance and empty the dust container, chapter 5.1, Emptying and cleaning the dust container
2. Remove the motor protection filter from its holder (Fig. 10/A).
3. Unlock the cover by twisting it in the 'UNLOCK' direction (Fig. 10/B).
4. Hold the cover with the filter elements attached low over a dustbin.
5. Pull the filter fleece (optional) off the central lamellae filter (Fig. 11/A).
6. Remove the central lamellae filter from the cover by twisting it in the 'UNLOCK' direction (Fig. 11/B).
7. Remove larger agglomerations of dirt by hand and brush the central lamellae filter clean with the supplied furniture brush (Fig. 12/A).
8. If the filter elements are still dirty after this procedure, thoroughly rinse them by hand in running water (Fig. 12/B) until all dirt is gone.

ATTENTION:

The filter elements are washable, but may not be cleaned in dishwashers or washing-machines. Also, do not use detergents or brushes with hard bristles to clean them. Let the filters dry for approx. 24 hours at room temperature after cleaning. Only put them back into the appliance when they are completely dry.

1. If a filter element is damaged or too dirty, replace it with a new one (ordering information chapter 5.4, "Spare parts and accessories").
2. Put the new / cleaned and completely dry motor protection filter back into its receptacle (Fig. 10/A).
3. Refit the central lamellae filter to the dust compartment cover by twisting it in the 'Lock' direction until it is securely fastened (Fig. 11/B). You will feel and hear the filter snap into place.
4. Put the filter fleece (optional) back onto the central lamellae filter so that it exactly encloses the lamellae of the filter (Fig. 11/A).
5. Fit the cover in such a way that the fitting mark on the cover () exactly corresponds to the arrow on the dust compartment.
6. Fix the cover by twisting it in the "LOCK" direction (Fig. 10/B).
7. Put the dust container back into its receptacle. You will feel and hear it snap into place.

5.3 Cleaning the exhaust filter

5.4 Spare parts and accessories

ATTENTION:

Only use original spare parts from the scope of delivery or those that you have acquired by reordering.

Ordering address: Page 48, International Service
Further information: www.dirtdevil.de

It is best to clean the exhaust filter every third time that the central lamellae filter is cleaned.
However, clean the exhaust filter at least every six months.

1. Switch off the appliance, chapter 4.3, "Switching off".
2. Push the release catches of the exhaust filter cover down (Fig. 13/A) and fold down the exhaust filter cover.
3. Remove the filter holder (Fig. 13/B).
4. Hold the filter holder deeply into a dustbin.
5. Only now separate the exhaust filter from the filter holder (Fig. 14/A).
6. Thoroughly tap the dirt from both elements.
7. Remove residual dust with a soft brush, e.g. the supplied furniture brush.

ATTENTION:

The exhaust filter is not washable.

1. If the exhaust filter is damaged, deformed or too soiled, replace it (ordering information chapter 5.4, "Spare parts and accessories").
2. Put the cleaned or new exhaust filter back into the filter holder.
3. Now put the filter holder with the freshly fitted filter back into its receptacle (Fig. 13/B).
4. Fit the exhaust filter cover on the bottom side first (Fig. 14/B) and then fold it in upwards.

The following accessories and spare parts can be reordered:

Item number	Description
2828001	Filter set 5 pcs, consisting of 1 central lamellae filter, 1 motor protection filter, 1 exhaust filter and 2 filter fleeces
M203	1 parquet brush
M209	1 turbo brush
M232	1 long flexible crevice nozzle

5.5 Before you send in the appliance

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Never use a defective appliance! Always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains before starting troubleshooting chapter 4.3, "Switching off".

Before contacting your authorised Royal dealer, Royal service partner or appliance market or sending in the appliance, first follow the procedure in the following table to check if you can solve the problem yourself.

Problem	Possible cause / solution
The appli- ance will not start.	The socket does not carry current. Test the vacuum cleaner at another socket which you are sure carries current.
	Power cord is damaged. Have the power cord replaced by Royal Appliance Customer Service, address, ▷Page 48, „International Service“.
The vacuum cleaner stops sud- denly.	The overheating protection has tripped (possibly due to blocked suction channels, filters, or similar). Switch the appliance off and pull the plug out of the socket. Remove the cause of overheating (e.g. by disassembling telescopic tube and suction hose and removing the obsta- cle and/or cleaning filters). Wait for about 45 minutes. After the appliance has cooled off, you may switch it on again.
Cleaning in- dicator (Fig. 1/25) lights up.	The central lamellae filter is dirty. Clean the central lamellae filter, ▷chapter 5.2, „Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter“.
	The dust container is full. Empty / clean the dust container, ▷chapter 5.1, „Emptying and cleaning the dust container“.

Problem	Possible cause / solution
The cleaning results are unsatisfactory in spite of the appliance working correctly.	The bypass vent (Fig. 1/9) is open. Close the bypass vent.
	The attached nozzle is unsuitable. Change the nozzle, ▷chapter 3.2, „Selecting the proper nozzle".
	The suction power you set is unsuitable. Adjust the suction power control to suit the flooring, ▷chapter 4.2, „Vacuum cleaning", step 4.
	The position of the "carpet/hard floor" selector (Fig. 1/5) is unsuitable. Set the "carpet/hard floor" selector to the correct position for the type of floor, ▷chapter 4.2, „Vacuum cleaning", step 5.
	The dust container is full. Empty / clean the dust container ▷chapter 5.1, „Emptying and cleaning the dust container".
	The filter is dirty. Clean the respective filter ▷chapter 5.2, „Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter" or ▷chapter 5.3, „Cleaning the exhaust filter".
	Nozzle, telescopic tube or suction hose are blocked. Remove the obstacle. If necessary, use a long wooden stick (e.g. a broomstick) to do this.

NOTE:

If you cannot solve the problem following these instructions, contact the Royal Appliance customer service (▶Page 48, „International Service").

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