AB2821 - Vacuum Cleaner SOLAC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AB2821 SOLAC

• Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
• This manual is an integral part of the product. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
• This appliance is exclusively for household use and not for industrial use. It is dangerous to use it for any purpose other than the one indicated (e.g. vacuuming liquids, dust from construction work, cement, etc.)
  Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is not to be used by persons (or children) whose physical, sensorial or mental capacities are impaired, or who have no experience or knowledge, unless supervised or instructed in the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not make any modifications or repairs to the appliance. In the event of any anomaly in the cord or any other part of the appliance, do not use it and take it to an authorised service centre.
• Do not use any parts or accessories not supplied or recommended by SOLAC.
• Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that the indicated voltage is the same as in your home.
• Always unplug the appliance after use and before assembling or removing parts, and performing any maintenance or cleaning operations. Also unplug it in the case of a power cut. The appliance must be switched off before plugging or unplugging it into the mains
• Do not use the cord to hang up the appliance. Always unplug the appliance by pulling on the plug, and not the cord.
• Make sure the cord does not come into contact with sharp edges or hot surfaces. Do not leave the cord hanging over the edge of a table or worktop, to prevent children from pulling it and causing the appliance to fall.
• Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid, and do not put it in the dishwasher.
• Never handle the vacuum cleaner or the plug with wet hands.
• Do not leave the appliance plugged into the mains unattended.
• Keep your vacuum cleaner away from heat sources.
• Never use the vacuum cleaner without the dust container or the protective filters correctly fitted.
  Always keep the air intakes and outlets clear.
• Keep hair, clothes, fingers or any other body part away from the air intakes and outlets.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to clean animals.
• Be very careful when using the vacuum cleaner on stairs.
• Do not use the appliance in confined spaces where explosive or toxic vapours can build up.
• When you vacuum with the turbo brush, do not touch the rollers while they are turning. They represent an injury hazard.

CAUTION! When you want to dispose of the appliance, NEVER throw it in the rubbish bin. Take it to the CLEAN POINT or waste collection centre closest to your home for processing. You will thus be helping to take care of the environment.

MAIN COMPONENTS

1 Grip
2 Telescopic pipe length regulator
3 Accessory bag
4 Telescopic metal pipe
5 Dust-bag container open button
6 Bag compartment
7 Dust-bag container
8 Dust-bag container frame
9 Motor protection filter
10 Carrying handle with bumper function
11 On-off button
12 Cable winder button
13 Power selector with ECOPTIMA setting
14 Dust bag full indicator
15 Horizontal parking support
16 Air outlet filter
17 Suction nozzle
18 Release tabs for the flexible tube
19 Flexible tube
20 Vertical parking support
21 Changeable brush
22 Brush button
23 Flat nozzle for vacuuming cracks and corners
24 Nozzle for upholstered surfaces
25 Furniture brush
26 Parquet brush
27 Special turbo brush for carpets and rugs (AB2845 model)

USER INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance has been designed exclusively for vacuuming floors, carpets, furniture and fabrics. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Never vacuum live ash, splinters, sharp objects, or liquids.
Never vacuum lit matches or cigarette butts. Do not vacuum toxic material (ammonia, etc.).
Do not vacuum clean toner powder. The toner that is used in printers and photocopiers, for example, can be a conductor of electricity.
Completely remove all the elements used for transportation and packaging.
Unplug the appliance from the mains before adding or removing any accessories or performing any maintenance tasks.
A Do not use the appliance above the height of the power cord.

1 Check that the dust-bag container (7) and filters (9-16) are fitted correctly. See the following section (Cleaning and conservation).

A mechanical safety catch prevents the top cover of the vacuum cleaner from closing if the dust bag is not fitted or if it is fitted incorrectly.

2 To open the bag compartment (6), press the dust bag container button (5) and lift the cover.
3 To close the compartment, lower its cover and press down with the hand, in the opening space, until you hear a click. If you cannot close the cover, check that you have fitted the dust bag in the compartment and that the bank is fitted correctly.

4 Fit the flexible pipe (19) by inserting one end into the suction nozzle (17), pressing on it and turning it to the right and left until you hear a click.
5 Before using the vacuum cleaner, prepare the attachments for the surface to be cleaned. They snap on with a gentle turn. The attachments can be placed directly on the flexible hose (19) or, for out-of-reach places, the telescopic metallic tube (4) can be used.
The suction brush (21) on these models can be used for all types of floors, carpets, and rugs. This brush is retractable depending on the surface to be vacuumed. To change the cleaning position of the brush, press the brush button (22). We recommend cleaning hard floors, wood and parquet with the fibre brush extended, and cleaning carpets and rugs with the fibre brush retracted. Before cleaning any surface, we recommend you observe the cleaning and care instructions issued by the floor manufacturer.
The parquet brush (26) is a special brush with bristles for vacuuming delicate hard wooden floors, such as parquet and flooring.
Other accessories include the nozzle for upholstered surfaces (24), whose function is to vacuum the dust from upholstered furniture, as well as mattresses, cushions, curtains and similar. Furniture brush (25) used for cleaning various pieces of furniture, edges, computer keyboards. Flat suction nozzle (23) for cleaning cracks, corners and pleats. These accessories are fitted as per the vacuum brush (21) (see above).
All these accessories can be stored in the accessory holder (3) fitted on the telescopic metal pipe. Fig. 1
6 The vacuum cleaner can now be plugged in. Take out the cord and press button (11).
7 Regulate the suction power by turning the power selector (13) manually to the desired power level. Fig. 2.
By using the ECOPTIMA range of power in the daily use you will get enough suction power with very low energy consumption. If you need more suction power for carpets or very dirty surfaces, turn the power regulator towards the MAX. position.
8 You can also adapt the suction power mechanically, opening or closing the device on the grip (1).
9 When finished, switch off with button (11). Unplug it and press button (12) to wind up the cord. Hold the cord plug in your hand to prevent it from banging against the vacuum cleaner housing.
10 If you wish, use the handle (10) to carry the vacuum cleaner while using it to get into difficult places. The wheels and the handle are made of protective rubber to ensure care of your most delicate furniture. The compact size of the vacuum cleaner means it is easy to use.
11 If you wish to stop vacuuming, you can place the brush conveniently in the horizontal parking frame (15), avoiding the inconvenience of having to leave the pipes and brush on the floor.
12 To carry and store the vacuum cleaner more easily, we recommend you place it in vertical position. To do this, fit the accessory holder (3) in the vertical parking support (20) on the bottom of the vacuum cleaner body.

CLEANING AND CONSERVATION

If you vacuum a large quantity of fine powder, for example: dust from drilling, sand, plaster or flour, the pores of the bag will get blocked. When this happens, the bag must be changed since the blocked pores reduce the suction power.

CHANGING THE DUST-BAG (7)

1 When the bag full indicator (14) comes on, the paper bag must be changed. Fig. 3 This indicator (14) may come on because of something stuck in the hose or one of the accessories. To find out if that is the case, unplug the vacuum cleaner, remove the hose, and turn the vacuum cleaner on again. Turn it on and if the pilot light (14) does not come on, remove the object from the flexible pipe or the accessory you are using.

2 To change the dust bag (7), unplug the vacuum cleaner and proceed as follows:

• Press the dust bag button (5) and lift the cover.
• Remove the dust bag frame completely (8), pressing on the tab that holds the bag in place to release it and put it in the rubbish bin. Fig. 4
  3 Insert the new bag into the frame (8). Clip the card on the new bag with the tab. Slide the bag frame along the bottom guide as far as possible. It is very important for the bag to be fitted correctly. Make sure that once the bag has been fitted in the frame the hole in the bag coincides completely with the bag support hole. Fig. 5
  4 Close the bag compartment cover.

The vacuum cleaner is fitted with a safety mechanism that prevents the top cover from closing if no dust bag has been fitted or if it is fitted incorrectly. In this case, it is important not to force the cover.

FILTER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT

We recommend that you periodically check the air filters to make sure that they work correctly. Clean the filters if you detect that the appliance's suction capacity has decreased.

Changing the motor protection filter (9)

Always unplug your vacuum cleaner before cleaning or changing the filters.

1 When the motor protection filter (9) is dirty (once or twice a year, depending on use), open the vacuum cleaner, pressing the dust bag button (1), and lift the cover.
2 Remove the filter (9) by pulling the top upward. Shake the motor protection filter (9) well or wash it if it is very dirty, and allow it to dry completely. Fig. 6

Important: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the motor protection filter or if the motor protection filter is not completely dry under any circumstances.

Changing the air outlet filter (16)

Always unplug your vacuum cleaner before cleaning or changing the filters.

Depending on the model of your vacuum cleaner, it has a different air outlet filter fitted as standard:

HEPA filter.

The HEPA filter (high efficiency of micro-particles in the air) eliminates particles of more than 0.3 microns, filtering dust, pollen, fumes, spores and even bacteria.

• Micro-filter.

1 It is important to change or clean the air outlet filter at least once a year to maintain suction power and conserve the vacuum cleaner correctly. You can note down the date on which you began to use the filter on the air outlet filter support. There is a space for this purpose on the filter support itself.
2 To remove the air outlet filter (16), remove the air outlet grille by pressing the tab down and pulling the filter out. Fig. 7

Important: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dry air outlet filter fitted under any circumstances.

CLEANING THE APPLIANCE

Clean the appliance before using it for the first time, immediately after each use and after not using it for a long period of time. You will thus ensure the correct operation of the appliance and prolong its useful life.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains.
A Check that no water gets into the appliance.
1 Clean the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive products or solvents.

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