Popster M27258 - Aspirateur DIRT DEVIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Popster M27258 DIRT DEVIL

bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner

1 An overview of your Popster 1 An overview of your Popster Thank you!

Thanks for purchasing the Popster and for your confidence in us.

Overview of the scope of delivery (Fig. 1)

2 Suction power control

3 Cable retraction button

5 Exhaust filter with removal tab

6 Exhaust filter cover

7 Suction hose receptacle

20 Suction hose adapter

22 Power cord with plug

24 Telescopic tube stop catch

25 Accessory bracket

27 Two-in-one combi brush, can be used as

- furniture brush or

28 Upholstery nozzle

29 Floor nozzle (illustration serves as an example)

31 "Carpet/hard floor" selector (illustration serves as an example)

* depending on model and scope of delivery

1 An overview of your Popster 10

Warranty conditions 10

In case of a warranty claim 10

2 Safety instructions 11

2.1 About the operating manual 11

2.2 About certain groups of persons 11

2.3 About the power supply 11

2.4 About appropriate use 11

2.5 If the appliance is defective 11

3.2 Selecting the proper nozzle 12

4.1 Operational safety 13

4.2 Vacuum cleaning 13

4.3 Switching off 13

4.4 Transport and storage 13

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 If the appliance does not work as it should 15

Technical and design specifications may be changed in the course of con-

tinuous product improvement. © Royal Appliance International GmbH Warranty conditions

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, at our discretion, either repair all appliance de-

fects due to manufacturing or materials or replace the appliance or acces-

sory (damages to accessories do not automatically cause a replacement of

the complete appliance) at no cost.

Damages due to inappropriate use (operation on wrong voltage or type of

current, connecting to unsuitable power supplies, breakage, etc.) are ex-

empt from warranty, as are normal wear and minor defects that only negli-

gibly influence the appliance's serviceability.

Interventions by unauthorised parties and the use of spare parts not sup-

Appliance make the warranty null and void. Consumable

parts are not included in the warranty and therefore must be purchased by

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

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 comment "warranty claim". Send

it to the following address, including the warranty card or a copy of the in-

voice or purchase slip:

ZPage 48, “International Service”

Type of appliance : bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner

Weight : approx. 5.3 kg11

2 Safety instructions

GB 2 Safety instructions 2.1 About the operating manual  Read this operating manual completely before working with the appli-ance. Keep the operating manual in a safe place. Include the operatingmanual if you pass the appliance on to someone else.Non-compliance with the operating instructions can lead to severe in-juries as well as damage to the appliance. We take no responsibility for damage due to violation of these operating in-structions.  Always observe the notices marked as follows to avoid accidents anddamage to the appliance.

2.2 About certain groups of persons  This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including chil-dren) with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities or insufficient ex-perience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a personresponsible for their safety or have been instructed in the proper use of theappliance by this person. Keep the appliance out of reach of people ofthese groups. Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they do notplay with the appliance. Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on theappliance. Packing material must not be used to play with. There is danger of suf-focation. 2.3 About the power supply The appliance is operated with electrical power which means there is inprinciple a risk of electric shock. So please observe the following in partic-ular: Never touch the plug with wet hands. Always pull directly at the plug if you want to disconnect the appliancefrom the mains. Never pull on the cable as this could damage it. Never carry the appliance by its power cord. It could get damaged. Take care that the power cord is not bent, pinched, or rolled over andensure it does not come into contact with heat sources. Also take care thatit does not become a stumbling-hazard. Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids; keep it awayfrom rain and moisture. Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that the voltage stat-ed on the type plate matches the voltage of your plug socket. Only usesockets with a ground/safety contact. If possible, avoid using extension cords. If you must use an extensioncord, use only safety-certified, water-protected single extension cords (no-multi-socket distributors) designed for the power consumption of the appli-ance. Always check the power cord for possible damage before using the ap-pliance. 2.4 About appropriate use The cylinder vacuum cleaner is intended for home use only. It is not suita-ble for commercial use.Use the cylinder vacuum cleaner only for cleaning dry, normally soiledfloors. With the furniture brush attached, you may also use the appliancefor vacuuming furniture surfaces. You may even use the appliance to vac-uum-clean drapes if the bypass vent (Fig. 1/18) is completely open and youtake appropriate care. Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited. It is especial-ly forbidden: 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 or dirt destroyingthe appliance. To stick objects into the appliance's openings. It could overheat. To modify or repair the appliance on your own.It is also forbidden: To vacuum-clean:- Persons, animals, plants, especially hair, fingers and other parts ofthe body as well as pieces of clothing worn on the body. They couldbe 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 dan-ger 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 damagethe appliance.- Rubble, plaster, cement, fine drilling-dust, make-up, etc. These mightdamage the appliance. 2.5 If the appliance is defective If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by themanufacturers, their authorised service representative or a similarly quali-fied person to avoid danger.Never use a defective appliance or operate an appliance with a defectivepower cord. Refer a defective appliance to an authorised dealer or the Roy- al

Appliance service for repair. Address ZPage 48, “International Service”.

2.6 About disposal Dispose of the appliance in compliance with the environmentalprotection laws of your country. Electrical waste may not be dis-posed of together with domestic waste. Use local old-appliancecollection points instead. The filters used are made from environment-friendly materials. You maydispose of them in your household waste.

Warning concerning health hazards describing possible risks of injury.

Warning concerning possible dangers to the appliance or other objects.

Highlights tips and information for you.12

3 Before use 3 Before use3.1 Unpacking1. Unpack the appliance and all its accessories. 2. Check that the contents are intact. 3.2 Selecting the proper nozzle

1. Select the nozzle according to the surface to be cleaned: The following are included as accessories in the scope of delivery besides the floor nozzle (Fig. 2/1): Upholstery nozzle (Fig. 2/2): Use this to vacuum up dust off upholstered furniture.  2-in1 combi brush (Fig. 2/3), can be used as: - a crevice nozzle (Fig. 3/A1): Use these accessories to vacuum dust from hard to reach places.- Furniture brush (Fig. 3/A2): Use this to vacuum dust off objects that have sensitive surfaces.*Optionally available (i.e. included in the scope of delivery depending onmodel and features) are also:  Parquet brush (Fig. 2/4*): Its long bristles make it especially suitable for cleaning delicate floors (e.g. parquet).  Turbo brush (Fig. 2/5*): This has a rotating brush head and is most suitable for thoroughly deep cleaning carpets.  Long flexible crevice nozzle (Fig. 2/6*): Use this to vacuum dust from distant, hard-to-reach places.2. If possible, push nozzles not in use onto the stubs of the accessorybracket (Fig. 3/B).3. Keep the other nozzles safe and inaccessible to children.3.3 Assembly

1. Attach the selected nozzle to the bottom end of the telescopic tube(Fig. 4/A1) or handle (Fig. 4/B1).2. Insert the suction hose adapter into the suction hose receptacle on theappliance (Fig. 5/A) as shown. Turn the suction hose adapter clockwiseuntil you feel it engage and it can no longer be turned. If using the telescopic tube: 3. Insert the handle into the upper end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 5/B). 4. Adjust the length of the telescopic tube (Fig. 5/C). Press down the re-lease latch on the tube to do this. Then extend the telescopic tube tothe desired length. Let go of the release catch while pulling until it locksin place. You will hear a distinct click. ATTENTION: Always transport/send the appliance in its original packaging to avoidtransport damage. Keep the packaging for such an event. However, dis-pose of no-longer-needed packaging material properly. NOTE: Immediately contact your dealer if you have found damage resultingfrom transport. 2

NOTE: When you use the long, flexible crevice nozzle, under certain circum-stances the pressure inside the vacuum cleaner might drop too far thustriggering the safety valve. The signal for this is e.g. a whistling noise(depending on the vacuum cleaner model) and greatly reduced suctionperformance. In this case, depending on the vacuum cleaner model andequipment, you have to reduce the suction power or open the bypassvent until the valve no longer triggers.

WARNING: Danger of injury! Only attach the nozzles if the appliance is not con-nected to the power supply. The cylinder vacuum cleaner could beswitched on by accident. ATTENTION: Before vacuuming, make sure that the fitted nozzle suits the surface tobe cleaned. Also observe the flooring manufacturer's recommendations.13

GB 4Use 4.1 Operational safety 4.2 Vacuum cleaning

1. Pull out the cord by the plug up to the yellow mark (Fig. 6/1). 2. Insert the mains plug into a socket with ground/safety contact.3. Switch on the cylinder vacuum cleaner with the on/off switch (Fig. 6/4). 4. Adjust the suction power with the suction power control (Fig. 6/5). 5. If using the floor nozzle, set the "carpet/hard floor" selector accordingto the type of floor to be cleaned (Fig. 7/1):Fig. 7/A: for deep- and short-pile carpets, runnersFig. 7/B: for smooth floors, e.g. parquet, tiles, PVC, etc.4.3 Switching off 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).4.4 Transport and storage  Only carry the vacuum cleaner by its carrying-handle (Fig. 8/A1).  For storage you may either park the telescopic tube- using the parking-hook of the floor nozzle (Fig. 8/A) or- the storage-hook (Fig. 8/B).  If you want to store the appliance for a longer period of time, empty the dust container, ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”.  Store the appliance in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. WARNING: Danger of injury! Check appliance and power cord before each use. Adamaged appliance must never be used. WARNING: Danger of injury! Especially when vacuum-cleaning stairs make surethat you always stand on a higher level than the appliance. ATTENTION: Only use the cylinder vacuum cleaner when all filters are intact, dry andcorrectly 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 preventoverheating. It will switch off automatically if overheated (e.g. due toclogged suction channels). If this happens: Switch off the vacuum cleaner.  Pull the plug from the power socket.  Eliminate the cause of the overheating.  Wait for about 45 minutes. After it has cooled off, you may switch on the vacuum cleaner again. 1

WARNING: Danger of electric shock! If the red marking (Fig. 6/2) shows, press thecord retraction button (Fig. 6/3) to pull in the cord up to the yellow markagain (Fig. 6/1). Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged. NOTE: In normal situations the bypass vent (Fig. 6/6) must be completelyclosed. With the bypass vent you can quickly reduce the suction power,e.g. to release curtains that have accidentally been sucked in. WARNING: Danger of injury! When leaving your working-area, switch off the appli- ance and comply with the notices in ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”. This will help avoid accidents. WARNING: Danger of injury! During uncontrolled retraction the power cord can whiparound, become a tripping hazard or knock over objects. Therefore,keep the plug in your hand and guide the cord when retracting it.

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.14

5 Maintenance 5 Maintenance5.1 Emptying and cleaning the dust container It is best to empty the dust container after each vacuuming session. But empty the dust container at the latest:- if the cleaning/emptying indicator (Fig. 9/A1) lights up;- if the "MAX" marking (Fig. 9/B1) has been reached; or - before prolonged storage or dispatch. 1. Switch off the appliance, ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”. 2. Push the release button for the dust container (Fig. 9/A2).3. Remove the dust container from its receptacle. 4. Empty the dust container by holding it low over a dustbin and only thenpress the release button (Fig. 9/B2). 5. Also clean the central lamellae filter on this occasion, ZChapter 5.2, “Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter”. 6. Remove any residual dust from the dust container using a dry cloth ora soft brush, e.g. the supplied furniture brush.7. Close the dust compartment bottom plate.5.2 Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter  Clean the filters each time you clean the dust container, ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”. Clean the filters at the latest when the cleaning/emptying indicator(Fig. 9/A1) lights up. 1. Switch off the appliance, ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”.

2. Remove and empty the dust container, ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”.3. Remove the motor protection filter by pulling it upwards out of its holder(Fig. 10/A).4. Release the central lamellae filter by turning in the ‘open’ direction(Fig. 11) and remove it along with the filter fleece from the dustcontainer. 5. Hold the central lamellae filter with the filter fleece low over a dustbin.6. Separate the filter fleece from the filter by holding the filter firmly andpulling the filter fleece carefully off (Fig. 12). 7. Remove larger agglomerations of dirt from both filter elements by hand.8. Brush out the central lamellae filter using the 2-in-1 combi brush sup-plied.9. If the filter elements are still dirty after this dry-brushing procedure, thor-oughly rinse them by hand until all dirt is gone. 10. If a filter element is damaged or too dirty, replace it with a new one (or- dering information ZChapter 5.4, “Spare parts and accessories”). 11. Put the new / cleaned and completely dry motor protection filter backinto its receptacle (Fig. 10/B).12. Pull the filter fleece back over the central lamellae filter so that thelamellae are completely enclosed.13. Insert the central lamellae filter back into the dust container and lock thefilter by turning it in the ‘close’ direction. You will feel and hear the filtersnap into place.14. Put the dust container back into its receptacle. You will feel and hear itsnap into place.15. Check that the dust container is fitted securely. ATTENTION: Switch off the appliance before emptying the dust container. This willprevent dust from damaging the appliance. NOTE: You can dispose of the contents of the dust container with your regulardomestic waste as long as it does not contain any substances not per-mitted in domestic waste.

NOTE: The dust container cannot be cleaned with the central lamellae filter fit- ted.

ATTENTION: The filter elements are washable, but may not be cleaned in dishwash-ers or washing-machines. Also, do not use detergents or brushes withhard bristles to clean the filters.

ATTENTION: Let the filter elements dry for approx. 24 hours at room temperature afterwet cleaning. Only put them back into the appliance when they are com-pletely dry.15

GB 5.3 Cleaning the exhaust filter  Clean the filters each time you clean the dust container, ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”. Clean the filters at the latest when the cleaning/emptying indicator(Fig. 9/A1) lights up. 1. Switch off the appliance, ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”.

2. Push the release catch of the exhaust filter cover down (Fig. 13/A) and open out the exhaust filter cover.3. Remove the exhaust filter cover with the exhaust filter.4. Hold the exhaust filter cover complete with the exhaust filter low over adustbin.5. Brush out dirt using a soft brush, such as the 2-in-1 combi brush sup-plied (Fig. 13/B).6. If this is not enough, remove the exhaust filter from the exhaust filtercover using the removal tab and knock out remaining dirt from both el-ements. 7. If the exhaust filter is still dirty after this procedure, thoroughly rinse itby hand in running water until all dirt is gone.8. If the exhaust filter is damaged, deformed or too soiled, replace it (or- dering information ZChapter 5.4, “Spare parts and accessories”). 9. Put the clean/new and completely dry exhaust filter back into the ex-haust filter cover. Make sure that, after putting it back in, the removaltab (Fig. 14/A1) is still visible.10. Fit the exhaust filter cover with the new or cleaned exhaust filter on thebottom side first (Fig. 14/A) and then pivot it in upwards. You will feeland hear it snap into place (Fig. 14/B).5.4 Spare parts and accessories  Ordering address: ZPage 48, “International Service”

 Further information: Z www.dirtdevil.de  The adjacent accessory parts and spare parts can be reordered.5.5 If the appliance does not work as it shouldBefore contacting your authorised Royal dealer, Royal service partner or appliance market or before sending in the appliance (ZPage 48, “International Service”), first follow the procedure in the following table tocheck if you can solve the problem yourself. ATTENTION: The exhaust filter is washable, but it may not be cleaned in dishwashersor washing-machines. Also, do not use detergents or brushes with hardbristles to clean the filters.

ATTENTION: Let the filter dry for approx. 24 hours at room temperature after wetcleaning. Only put it back in place when it is completely dry. ATTENTION: Only use original spare parts from the scope of delivery or those that youhave purchased by reordering.Item number Description2725001 Filter set 3 pcs, consisting of 1 central lamellae filter, 1 motor protection filter, 1 exhaust filter2725077 2 filter fleecesM203 1 parquet brushM209 1 turbo brush WARNING: Danger of injury! Never use a defective appliance! Always switch off theappliance and disconnect it from the mains before starting troubleshoot-ing ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”.Problem Possible cause / solutionThe 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/emptying in-dicator (Fig. 1/9) lights up.The central lamellae filter is dirty. Clean the central lamellae filter, ZChapter 5.2, “Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter”.The dust container is full. Empty / clean the dust container. ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”The cleaning results are unsatisfacto-ry in spite of the appli-ance work-ing correctly.The bypass vent (Fig. 1/18) is open.Close the bypass vent .The attached nozzle is unsuitable. Change the nozzle, ZChapter 3.2, “Selecting the proper nozzle”.The suction power you set is unsuitable.Adjust the suction power control to suit the flooring, ZChapter 4.2, “Vacuum cleaning”, step 4. The position of the "carpet/hard floor" selector (Fig. 1/31) is unsuitable. Set the "carpet/hard floor" selector to the correct position for the type of floor, ZChapter 4.2, “Vacuum cleaning”, step 5.The dust container is full. Empty/clean the dust container, ZChapter 5.1, “Emptying and cleaning the dust container”.The filters are dirty. Clean the respective filter, ZChapter 5.2, “Cleaning central lamellae filter and motor protection filter” or ZChapter 5.3, “Cleaning the exhaust filter”. Nozzle, telescopic tube or suction hose is blocked.Remove the obstacle. If necessary, use a long wooden stick (e.g. a broomstick) to do this.Problem Possible cause / solution16

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