ErgoFit FC9254 - Vacuum Cleaner PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ErgoFit FC9254 PHILIPS

Black and white photo of a vacuum cleaner with coiled hose and handle, no visible text or symbols

Illustration of a person using a mop to clean or remove debris, with motion lines indicating waste (no text or symbols)

4 5

Diagram illustrating a mechanical or electrical process with labeled steps ① and ②, showing directional arrows and a magnified inset of a device.

Diagram of a battery connector with an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols present)

Close-up of a battery inside a cylindrical housing with an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

6 CLICK

Diagram showing two mechanical components labeled ① and ② with directional arrows indicating movement or force.

CLICK

Diagram of a mechanical or electrical component with bidirectional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a person using a handheld vacuum cleaner to clean floor (no text or symbols)

1 12 13 CLICK

Diagram of a pipe fitting with a connector and a click symbol (no text or labels)

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a pipe fitting with numbered components and directional arrows indicating movement or assembly.

Two mechanical components, one with a triangular handle and labeled parts (1 and 2), shown without any text or symbols.

16 17 CLICK

CLICK

Illustration of a sofa with a bag and a hand pointing to it, placed on a tiled floor (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a small sofa with a decorative plate and a downward arrow, placed on a grid background (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a shoe being lifted with a downward arrow, placed on a patterned surface (no text or symbols)

19 + - +

19 + - +

Top-down technical drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

Top-down technical diagram of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

Technical illustration of a mechanical device with a lever and base mount (no text or symbols)

Diagram of three open panels with grid patterns and directional arrows, no text or symbols present

ENGLISH 6

ESPAÑOL 15

FRANÇAIS 25

INDONESIA 35

한국어 45

BAHASA MELAYU 54

PORTUGUÊS 64

ภาษาไทย 74

TIÊNG VIÊT 82

繁體中文 91

简体中文 99

114 فارسی

122 العربية

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.

General description (Fig. 1)

1 Filter cylinder unit

A Filter cleaning handle (specific types only)

B Filter cylinder

C Filter cylinder case

2 Cover release button

3 Release button for filter cylinder unit

4 Cover

5 Motor protection filter

6 Soft rubber rear wheels

7 Hose release button

8 Hose connection opening

9 Cleaning brush

10 Dust bucket

11 Carrying handle

12 On/off button

13 Remote control receiver with standby light

14 Cord rewind button

15 Tri-active nozzle

16 Rocker switch for carpet/hard floor settings

17 Side brush

18 Parking/storage ridge

19 PostureProtect handgrip

20 Tube release button

21 3-button remote control on handle

22 4-button remote control on handle

23 Standard handgrip

24 Flexible hose connection

25 Hose

26 Screw cover strip

27 Accessory holder

28 Accessory holder release levers

29 2-piece XL telescopic tube with PostureProtect handgrip

30 3-piece XL telescopic tube with PostureProtect handgrip

31 HEPA filter cover

32 Release tabs of HEPA filter cover

33 Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter

34 Mains cord and plug

35 Parking slot

36 Small nozzle

37 Brush attachment

38 Crevice nozzle

39 Storage grip

40 Swivel wheel

41 Storage slot

42 Type plate

Important

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 mains cord, the plug 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.

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 vacuum cleaner 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 if the filter cylinder, filter cylinder case and the dust bucket are not properly installed or if the cover is not closed properly.
• Always unplug the appliance before you empty the dust bucket.
• Do not press the AutoClean button if the dust bucket, the filter cylinder and filter cylinder case are not properly installed or if the cover is not closed properly.
• Never use the appliance without the motor protection filter. This could damage the motor and shorten 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. Only clean the filter cylinder with the AutoClean system or the cleaning brush supplied.
• 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 legs of a table or chair, 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.

Before first use

Batteries for the remote control on the handle are supplied with the appliance. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment before you use the appliance. The batteries last at least 2 years.

1 Use a screwdriver to remove the screw of the battery compartment lid (1) and remove the battery compartment lid (2) (Fig. 4).
2 Insert two AAA 1.5-volt alkaline batteries into the handle. (Fig. 5)

Note: Make sure that the - and + poles of the batteries point in the right direction.

3 Reattach the battery compartment lid and fasten the screw with a screwdriver. The appliance is now ready for use.

Preparing for use

Attaching the handgrip

1 Attach the handgrip to the telescopic tube ('click'). (Fig. 6)
2 To disconnect the handgrip from the tube, hold the handgrip with one hand. With the other hand, hold the telescopic tube and press the tube release button (1) and pull the tube off the handgrip (2). (Fig. 7)

Note (specific types only): The holes at the end of the handgrip prevent objects from getting stuck or damaged when you use your vacuum cleaner without the tube or accessories supplied.

Hose

1 To connect the hose, push it firmly into the appliance ('click') (Fig. 8).
2 To disconnect the hose, press the release button and pull the hose out of the appliance.

Telescopic tube

Tip: For optimal ergonomy, we advise you to hold both handgrips when you move the nozzle to and fro. This prevents you from having to twist and bend your spine.

1 Adjust the length of the tube in such a way that the hand holding the standard handgrip is at hip level (Fig. 9).
2 For optimal ergonomy, we advise you to hold the tube in such a way that the standard handgrip is at hip level. (Fig. 10)
3 To connect the tube to a nozzle, press the spring-loaded lock button on the tube and insert the tube into the nozzle. Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in the nozzle ('click') (Fig. 11).

Accessory holder

1 Slide the accessory holder onto the handgrip ('click') (Fig. 12).
2 Push the accessories onto the holder. (Fig. 13)
3 To detach the accessory holder, squeeze the release levers together (1) and slide the accessory holder off the handgrip (2) (Fig. 14).

Crevice nozzle, small nozzle and brush attachment

1 Connect the crevice nozzle (1) or small nozzle (2) with or without brush attachment directly to the standard handgrip or to the tube (Fig. 15).

Brush attachment

1 To assemble the brush attachment, slide it onto the bottom of the small nozzle ('click') (Fig. 16).
2 To disassemble the brush attachment, slide it off the bottom of the small nozzle.

Tri-Active nozzle

1 Use the hard floor setting to clean hard floors (for instance for tiled, parqueted, laminated and linoleumed flooring): push the rocker switch on top of the nozzle with your foot to make the brush strip come out of the housing. At the same time, the wheel is lifted to prevent scratching and to increase manoeuvrability (Fig. 17).
2 Use the carpet setting to clean carpets: push the rocker switch again to make the brush strip disappear into the nozzle housing. The wheel is lowered automatically (Fig. 18).

Remote control operation

• The remote control has three buttons (specific types only) or four buttons (specific types only) with which you operate the vacuum cleaner.
• The infrared-active light flashes when you press a button on the remote control. (Fig. 19)

Using the appliance

1 Pull the cord out of the appliance and put the mains plug in the wall socket.
2 Press the on/off button on top of the appliance to switch on the appliance (Fig. 20).

Tip: To avoid bending your back, press the on/off button with your foot.

The vacuum cleaner starts operating at the highest suction power level.
3 To switch off the appliance, press the on/off button on top of the appliance or the standby button on the remote control.

Adjusting suction power

1 During vacuuming, you can adjust the suction power level with the - and + buttons on the remote control.

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

Pausing during use

1 If you want to pause for a moment, press the standby button on the remote control to switch off the appliance temporarily.
2 Insert the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot to park the tube in a convenient position (Fig. 21).
3 To ensure stable parking of the telescopic tube, adjust the tube to the shortest length.
4 To continue vacuum cleaning, simply press the standby button on the remote control again.

Cleaning the filter cylinder

A clean filter cylinder helps maintain high suction power.

After every vacuuming session, clean the filter cylinder in the way described below.

Always leave the hose connected to the appliance during the filter-cleaning process to prevent dust from coming out of the appliance.

ENGLISH10

Using the filter-cleaning handle to clean the filter cylinder (specific types only)

1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it (Fig. 20).
2 Keep the appliance in horizontal position, with all wheels touching the floor.
3 Press the cover release button (1) and open the cover (2) (Fig. 22).
4 Turn the filter-cleaning handle until it has made 6 full circles (Fig. 23).
5 Close the cover firmly ('click').

Using the AutoClean button to clean the filter cylinder (specific types only)

Always press the AutoClean button when you have finished vacuum cleaning.

Make sure the dust bucket, the filter cylinder and the filter cylinder case are installed properly and the cover is closed properly.

1 Switch off the appliance. Leave the mains plug in the wall socket (Fig. 20).
2 Keep the appliance in horizontal position, with all wheels touching the floor.
3 Press the AutoClean button on the remote control on the handgrip (Fig. 24).

You hear a beep and the filter-cleaning process starts.

During the filter-cleaning process, the appliance produces a rattling noise. This is completely normal.

When the filter-cleaning process is finished, you hear a beep.

Using the AutoClean button during vacuuming (specific types only)

You can also press the AutoClean button during vacuum cleaning. When you do this, the motor stops running and the filter-cleaning process starts. During the filter-cleaning process, the appliance does not suck up dirt. When the filter-cleaning process is finished, the motor automatically starts running again and you can continue vacuum cleaning.

Reminder to clean the filter cylinder

You have to clean the filter cylinder after each vacuuming session. This prevents the filter cylinder from clogging and helps maintain optimal suction power.

- If you fail to clean the filter cylinder a number of vacuuming sessions in a row, the filter light flashes for 15 seconds. (Fig. 25)

Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning the dust bucket and filter cylinder unit

Always unplug the appliance before you empty the dust bucket.

The dust bucket is not dishwasher-proof.

Empty the dust bucket as soon as the dust level has reached the round disc of the filter cylinder case.

1 Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
2 To disconnect the hose, press the release button (1) and pull the hose out of the appliance (2) (Fig. 26).
3 To unlock the cover, press the cover release button. Swing open the cover.
4 Lift the dust bucket out of the appliance (Fig. 27).
5 Press the release button for the filter cylinder unit on the bucket handle (1) and remove the filter cylinder unit (2) (Fig. 28).

6 Hold the dust bucket over a dustbin and empty it (Fig. 29).
7 Clean the dust bucket with cold tap water and some washing-up liquid.
8 If you want to clean the filter cylinder unit, remove the filter cylinder from the filter cylinder case. Turn the handle on top of the filter cylinder anticlockwise (1) and lift the filter cylinder out of the case (2). (Fig. 30)
9 To clean the filter cylinder, gently tap it against the dustbin to release all fine dust from the filter cylinder. (Fig. 31)

- If you persistently fail to clean the filter cylinder after every use, the filter cylinder clogs up with dirt and the suction power decreases over time. If this happens, unclog the filter cylinder in the following way:

1 Hold the filter cylinder over a dustbin.
2 Clean it with the cleaning brush supplied. Gently brush from the top of the filter downwards along the ribs of the filter (Fig. 32).

Only use the cleaning brush that comes with the appliance. Other brushes may damage the filter cylinder.

The filter cylinder is not waterproof and cannot be cleaned with water, cleaning agents or flammable substances.

Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but does restore its filtration power.

10 To clean the filter cylinder case, use a dry cloth or the cleaning brush supplied. You can also clean it with cold tap water and some washing-up liquid (Fig. 33).

- Do not clean the filter cylinder case with the filter cylinder in it under the tap, as the filter cylinder is not waterproof (Fig. 34).

11 Put the filter cylinder back into the filter cylinder case (1) and turn it clockwise to fix it (2) ('click') (Fig. 35).

Make sure that the filter cylinder case is dry before you reinsert the filter cylinder into it.

12 Put the filter cylinder unit back into the dust bucket ('click') (Fig. 36).

Make sure that the dust bucket is dry before you reinsert the filter cylinder unit.

Cleaning the motor protection filter

Clean the permanent motor protection filter every two months.

1 Unplug the appliance.
2 Take the motor protection filter out of the appliance and clean the filter by tapping the dust out of it over a dustbin (Fig. 37).
If you want to clean the motor protection filter more thoroughly, you can rinse it under a cold tap.

Do not use washing-up liquid, flammable substances or any other cleaning agent to clean the motor protection filter.

Make sure that the motor protection filter is completely dry before you put it back into the filter compartment.

3 Press the clean filter firmly back into the filter compartment to ensure that it is properly placed.

Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter

Note: To guarantee optimal dust retention and performance of the vacuum cleaner, always replace the HEPA filter with an original Philips filter of the correct type (see chapter ‘Ordering accessories and filters’).

ENGLISH12

Clean the washable HEPA 13 filter every 6 months. You can clean the washable HEPA 13 filter max. 4 times. Replace the filter after it has been cleaned 4 times.

Note: Do not clean the HEPA 13 filter in the washing machine, but follow the procedure below.

1 Unplug the appliance.
2 Grab the release tabs of the HEPA filter cover to open and remove the filter cover (Fig. 38).
3 Take out the washable HEPA 13 filter (Fig. 39).
4 Rinse the pleated side of the HEPA 13 filter under a warm slow-running tap (Fig. 40).

• Hold the filter in such a way that the pleated side points upwards and the water flows parallel to the pleats. Hold the filter at an angle so that the water washes away the dirt inside the pleats.
• Turn the filter 180° and let the water flow along the pleats in the opposite direction (Fig. 41).
• Continue this process until the filter is clean.

Never clean the washable filter with a brush (Fig. 42).

Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but does restore its filtration power.

5 Carefully shake the water from the surface of the filter.
6 Let the HEPA filter dry completely.
7 Place the dry HEPA filter back into the appliance.
8 Reattach the top of the filter cover (1) and then close the cover (2) ('click') (Fig. 43).

Replacement

Batteries of remote control

1 Replace the batteries when the light on top of the remote control does not flash when you press any button (Fig. 44).

Note: Your remote control may differ from the one shown in the figure.

2 Follow steps 1 to 3 in chapter 'Before first use'.

Storage

Note: Before you store the appliance, always make sure you have cleaned the filter cylinder by pressing the AutoClean button (specific types only) or with the filter-cleaning handle (specific types only). See section ‘Cleaning the filter cylinder’ in chapter ‘Using the appliance’.

1 Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket (Fig. 20).
2 Press the cord rewind button to rewind the mains cord (Fig. 45).
3 Adjust the telescopic tube to the shortest length.
4 Put the Tri-Active nozzle in the carpet setting when you store it (brush strip retracted into the nozzle). Also prevent the side brushes from becoming bent (Fig. 18).
5 Use the storage grip to put the appliance in upright position. Insert the ridge on the nozzle into the storage slot on the appliance. (Fig. 46)

Tip: You can also detach the tube from the hose.

Tip: You can also store the appliance horizontally. In this case, insert the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot.

Ordering accessories and filters

To purchase accessories and filters, visit our website www.philps.com, contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country or visit your vacuum cleaner specialist.

If you have any difficulties obtaining filters or other accessories for this appliance, contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee leaflet.

- Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filters are available under service number 432200493350

- Filter cylinder for FC9262, dark aubergine: 432200909850

- Filter cylinder for FC9256, ice white: 4322 009 09840

- Filter cylinder for FC9258, pea green: 432200900090

Environment

- The batteries of the remote control contain substances that may pollute the environment. Do not throw away batteries with the normal household waste, but dispose of them at an official collection point for batteries. Always remove the batteries of the remote control before you discard and hand in the appliance at an official collection point (Fig. 47).

- 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. 48).

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

This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.

Problem Possible cause Solution

The light in the AutoClean button (specific types only) or the filter-cleaning reminder light (specific types only) flashes.	The filter cylinder needs to be cleaned.	Press the AutoClean button (specific types only) or turn the filter-cleaning handle (specific types only) to clean the filter cylinder.
The suction power is insufficient.	You have selected a low suction power setting.	Select a higher suction power setting.
	The filter cylinder is clogged with dirt.	Clean the filter cylinder (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
	The motor protection filter and/or the HEPA filter are dirty.	Clean or replace the filters (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).

Problem Possible cause Solution

	The nozzle, hose or tube 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 force the air through the blocked-up item in opposite direction.
The infrared remote control does not function.	You have not inserted the batteries properly or the batteries are empty.	Insert the batteries properly or replace them. See chapter ‘Replacement’.
The appliance does not function and the standby light on the cover of the appliance flashes.	The dust bucket and/or the filter cylinder unit are not installed properly.	Unplug the appliance. Make sure that the filter cylinder is assembled properly into the filter cylinder case ('click'). Also make sure that the filter cylinder unit is inserted properly into the dust bucket ('click').
	The cover is not closed properly.	Make sure the cover is closed properly. Put the plug in the wall socket and try again.
When I use my vacuum cleaner I sometimes feel electric shocks.	Your vacuum cleaner has built up static electricity. The lower the air humidity in the rooms, the more static electricity the appliance builds up.	To reduce this inconvenience, we advise you to discharge the appliance by frequently holding the tube against other metal objects in the room (for example legs of a table or chair, radiator etc.).
		To reduce this inconvenience, we advise you 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.

Removing the PostureProtect handgrip

If you do not find the PostureProtect handgrip comfortable to use, you can consider removing it.

1 Remove the screw cover strip from the PostureProtect handgrip. (Fig. 49)
2 Use a Torx T15 screwdriver to remove the screws of the PostureProtect handgrip (Fig. 50).
3 Remove the PostureProtect handgrip from the tube.

Introducción

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

1 استبدي Brussels Industries, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia, Malaysia,

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

34 al Temple la Kehriyati وال Ratings

35 فتحة التخزين

36 نوحة صغيرة

37 ملحق الفرشاة

38 نوحة مجوفة

39 مقبض التخزين

40 عجلة دوارة

41 فتحة التخزين

42 صفيحة الطراز

42

13 44 45 ① ② CLICK

Diagram of a handheld device with six blades and control buttons (no text or symbols)

Top-down technical drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

Mechanical device with a handle and lever mechanism, no visible text or symbols

47 48 49

Symbol of a trash bin crossed with no text or numbers, representing waste sorting or disposal (no text present)

Mechanical lever mechanism diagram showing a handle and pivot point with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a pipe clamp and rotating arm (no text or symbols)