M7123 - Aspirateur DIRT DEVIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL M7123 DIRT DEVIL

Cylinder vacuum cleaner

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Overview of the scope of delivery (Fig. 1)

2 Suction power control

7 Dust filter bag holders

8 Suction hose inlet

9 Dust filter bag catch

10 Suction hose adapter

11 Suction tube intake opening

13 Power cord with plug

16 Floor nozzle (illustration serves as an example)

17 ‘Carpet/hard floor’ selector (illustration serves as an example)

19 Hygienic exhaust filter with inscription

20 Exhaust filter cover

21 Filter holder with motor protection filter

22 Dust filter bags (1 in the appliance, 1 extra in box, optional*)

23 Dust compartment cover release button

30 “Fello” midi turbo brush (M221)

31 “Fellino” mini turbo brush (M219)

* depending on model and scope of delivery

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 Assembly and preparation 12

3.3 Selecting and putting on the 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 Changing the dust filter bag 14

5.2 Cleaning the motor protection filter 14

5.3 Cleaning the hygienic exhaust filter 15

5.4 Spare parts and accessories 15

5.5 Recommendation 15

5.6 Before you send in the appliance 15

Technical and design specifications may be changed in the course of continuous

product improvement. © Royal Appliance International GmbH Warranty

The minimum warranty standard is the respective implementation of EU Di-

rective 1999/44/EC in national law providing you acquired the appliance as

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Type of appliance : Cylinder vacuum cleaner with bag

2 Safety instructions 2 Safety instru ctions 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 can be used by children aged from 8 years and aboveand persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lackof experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or in-struction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand thehazards involved.  Children shall not play with the appliance.  Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children withoutsupervision. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8years when it is switched on or cooling down. 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 al-ways a risk of electric shock. So please observe the following in particular: Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids; keep it awayfrom rain and moisture. 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. 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. 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.  Before cleaning or performing maintenance on the appliance, ensurethat the plug has been removed from the socket. 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. 1/15) is completely open and youtake appropriate care. Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited.It is especially 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 yourself.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 (for laser printers, copying machines, etc.). There is danger offire 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 Never use a defective appliance or operate an appliance with a defectivepower cord. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be re-placed by the manufacturers, their authorised service representative or asimilarly qualified person to avoid danger.Refer a defective appliance to an authorised dealer or the Royal  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 and dust filter bags are made from environment-friendly materi-als. You can dispose of the filters in normal domestic waste. The same istrue of the dust filter bag, providing it does not contain substances not per-mitted in domestic waste.

Warning concerning health hazards describing possible risks of injury.

Warning concerning possible dangers to the appliance or other objects.

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3 Before use 3 Before use 3.1 Unpacking 1. Unpack the appliance and all its accessories. 2. Check that the contents are intact (Fig. 1). 3.2 Assembly and preparation

1. Insert the suction hose adapter into the intake opening of the appliance(Fig. 2/A) as shown: - When doing so, ensure that the projections on the adapter engagewith the recesses of the intake opening (Fig. 2/A, arrow).- Then rotate the adapter clockwise through about 90° (Fig. 2/B) untilit is secure in the intake opening. 2. If you want to use the telescopic tube (Fig. 1/24), insert the handle(Fig. 1/14) into the upper end of the telescopic tube.3. If you have attached the telescopic tube, adjust its length: - Press down the release latch on the tube to (Fig. 1/25) do this. Thenextend the telescopic tube to the desired length. - Let go of the release catch while pulling until it locks in place. You willhear a distinct click.4. Enter the date onto the hygienic exhaust filter:- Slide the catch of the exhaust filter cover to the side (Fig. 3/A) and re-move the exhaust filter cover.- Remove the hygienic exhaust filter using the tongue (Fig. 3/B) provid-ed for this purpose and enter the current date.- Put the exhaust filter back into its holder (Fig. 3/B). - Put the exhaust filter cover back on. See ZChapter 5.3, “Cleaning the hygienic exhaust filter” for further information. 3.3 Selecting and putting on the nozzle

1. Select the nozzle with which you want to vacuum.The following are included in the scope of delivery in addition to thefloor nozzle (Fig. 4/A1):- “Fello” midi turbo brush (Fig. 4/A2): Is used to vacuum non-sensitive carpets, runners, mats, and the like. - Crevice nozzle (Fig. 4/B1): For removing dust from hard to reach places.- 2-in-1 combi-nozzle (Fig. 4/B2) to be used as:- Furniture brush (Fig. 4/B2):To remove dust from furniture and objects with delicate surfaces.- Upholstery nozzle (Fig. 4/B3): To remove dust from soft, scratch-resistant surfaces (e.g. uphol-stered furniture). To do so, simply pull the brush attachment (Fig. 4/B4) off the furniture brush. - “Fellino” mini turbo brush (Fig. 4/B5): Is used to vacuum non-sensitive upholstery, runners, mats, and the like.2. Attach the selected nozzle to the bottom end of the telescopic tube(Fig. 4/A) or of the handle (Fig. 4/B). 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. A B

WARNING: Danger of injury! Only attach the parts if the appliance is not connectedto the power supply. Otherwise, the appliance could be switched on byaccident. WARNING: Danger of injury! Only attach the parts if the appliance is not connectedto the power supply. Otherwise, the appliance could be switched on byaccident. ATTENTION: Our turbo brush (Fig. 4/A2/B5) serves solely to vacuum non-sensitivecarpets, runners, doormats, and the like. Do not clean any objects withthe turbo brush that you would not clean without a second thought with aconventional brush. Therefore, do not clean furniture, or materials with adelicate texture, nor any other high-quality or polished substrates withthe turbo brush. Otherwise material damage might occur. If in doubt,refrain from using the turbo brush. AB

ATTENTION: Before vacuuming, make sure that the fitted nozzle suits the surface tobe cleaned. Also observe the flooring manufacturer's recommendations. M7123.book Seite 12 Dienstag, 9. Oktober 2012 9:37 0913

4Use 4Use 4.1 Operational safety 4.2 Vacuum cleaning

1. Pull out the cord by the plug up to the yellow mark (Fig. 5/1). 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. 5/5). 4. Set the suction power at the suction power control (Fig. 5/4) to suit the type of floor to be cleaned. 5. If using the floor nozzle, set the ‘carpet/hard floor’ selector according tothe type of floor to be cleaned (Fig. 6/1):- Fig. 6/A: for deep- and short-pile carpets, runners - Fig. 6/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. 5/5) and pull the plug from the mains socket.2. Keep the plug in your hand. 3. To retract the power cord, push the cord retraction button (Fig. 5/3). 4.4 Transport and storage  Only carry the cylinder vacuum cleaner by its carrying-handle (Fig. 7/ B1).  For storage you may either park the telescopic tube using- the parking-hook of the floor nozzle (Fig. 7/A) or- the storage-hook (Fig. 7/B).  If you want to store the appliance for a longer period of time, remove the dust filter bag (ZChapter 5.1, “Changing the dust filter bag”).  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 out of the plug 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. 3

WARNING: Danger of electric shock! If the red marking (Fig. 5/2) shows, press thecord retraction button (Fig. 5/3) to pull in the cord up to the yellow markagain (Fig. 5/1). Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged. NOTE: The bypass vent (Fig. 5/6) should normally be completely shut so thatthe suction power is not reduced unnecessarily. With the bypass ventyou can quickly reduce the suction power to release items e.g. curtainsthat 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. A B

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. M7123.book Seite 13 Dienstag, 9. Oktober 2012 9:37 0914

5 Maintenance 5 Maintenance 5.1 Changing the dust filter bag  Change the dust filter bag at the latest when the filter bag change indi-cator (Fig. 1/5) appears in the display window. For hygienic reasons, change the dust filter bag at least once everythree months, before storing for a long time, or before dispatching the ap-pliance.1. Switch off the appliance and pull the plug from the mains socket,ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”. 2. Open the dust compartment cover by pressing the release button (Fig. 8/ A) and open it until you can feel it snap into place and it remains there. 3. Release the dust filter bag lock as shown (Fig. 8/B). 4. Push the dust filter bag into the dust compartment slightly by pressingits cardboard label to separate it from the suction tube inlet.5. Now carefully remove the dust filter bag from the appliance so that dustcannot escape from the dust filter bag. 6. Take this opportunity to check the motor protection filter as well. Clean it if necessary, ZChapter 5.2, “Cleaning the motor protection filter”. 7. Now push the new dust filter bag back into the dust filter bag holdersuntil it precisely and completely:- engages into the holders (Fig. 9/A)- envelops the suction hose inlet (Fig. 9/A).8. Push the cardboard label completely behind the dust filter bag lock(Fig. 9/B). 9. Close the dust compartment cover. It clicks shut audibly. 5.2 Cleaning the motor protection filter  Clean the motor protection filter every time you change the dust filter bag, ZChapter 5.1, “Changing the dust filter bag”.  Change the motor protection filter every fifth dust filter bag change asevery dust filter bag contains a new motor protection filter. 1. Turn off the appliance, pull the plug from the socket (ZChapter 4.3,

“Switching off”) and remove the dust filter bag (ZChapter 5.1, “Chang- ing the dust filter bag”). 2. Unlock the filter holder as shown (Fig. 10/A) and pivot it down. 3. Carefully remove the motor protection filter (Fig. 10/B). We recommendto also check the hygienic exhaust filter on this occasion and to clean both filters simultaneously if necessary, (ZChapter 5.3, “Cleaning the hygienic exhaust filter”).4. Rinse the motor protection filter by hand under running cold or hand-warm water. 5. If the motor protection filter is damaged or deformed, replace it (ZChapter 5.4, “Spare parts and accessories”). 6. Put the new / cleaned and completely dry motor protection filter backinto its receptacle (Fig. 11/A). 7. Pivot the filter holder back into place and push it into its fixture (Fig. 11/ B) until you feel it snap into place.8. Replace the dust filter bag and close the dust compartment cover,ZChapter 5.1, “Changing the dust filter bag”. ATTENTION: Switch off the appliance before changing the dust filter bag. This will pre-vent dust from damaging the appliance. A B

NOTE: You can dispose of the contents of the dust filter bag with your normaldomestic waste as long as it contains no substances not allowed indomestic waste. NOTE: The dust compartment cover can only be closed if the dust filter bag hasbeen installed correctly.

ATTENTION: The filters are washable, but not suitable for cleaning in washingmachines or dishwashers. Do not use cleaning agents for cleaning.Leave the filters to dry after cleaning them with water (approx. 24 hoursat room temperature). Only put them back into the appliance when theyare completely dry. M7123.book Seite 14 Dienstag, 9. Oktober 2012 9:37 0915

5.3 Cleaning the hygienic exhaust filter

1. Switch off the appliance and pull the plug from the mains socket,ZChapter 4.3, “Switching off”. 2. Slide the catch of the exhaust filter cover to the side (Fig. 12/A) and re- move the exhaust filter cover.3. Remove the hygienic exhaust filter by pulling the tab provided for thispurpose (Fig. 12/B).4. If you discover that the hygienic exhaust filter is dirty, brush off the dirtwith a soft, dry brush, such as the furniture brush supplied.5. If such dry cleaning is insufficient, rinse the filter by hand in running coldor hand-warm water. 6. If the filter is damaged or deformed, replace it (ordering informationZChapter 5.4, “Spare parts and accessories”).7. Put the new / cleaned and completely dry exhaust filter back into its re-ceptacle (Fig. 12/B). 8. Attach the exhaust filter cover at the backside first (Fig. 13/A). 9. Then push down the exhaust filter cover until you feel and hear it snapinto place. It might be easier if, while doing so, you move the lock slight-ly to the side (Fig. 13/B). 5.4 Spare parts and accessories

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5.5 Recommendation We recommend: >> Swirl £ Y293 dust filter bags with MicroPor £ Filtration <<Swirl ® , MicroPor ® and ‘Y293’ are registered trade marks of a company of the Melitta group and are used with their permission. 5.6 Before you send in the appliance Before contacting your Royal service partner or appliance market and be-fore sending in the appliance, first follow the procedure in the following ta-ble to check if you can solve the problem yourself.

There is an imprint on the hygienic exhaust filter which should help youto keep to the six-month interval between changes.

The filters are washable, but not suitable for cleaning in washingmachines or dishwashers. Do not use cleaning agents for cleaning.Leave the filters to dry after cleaning them with water (approx. 24 hoursat room temperature). Only put them back into the appliance when theyare completely dry.

Only use original spare parts from the scope of delivery or those that youhave purchased by reordering.Item number Description3050022 Set of 5 dust filter bags and 1 motor protection filter7120002 1 hygienic exhaust filterM203 1 parquet brushM223 1 wide “Fello” turbo brush M232 1 long, flexible crevice nozzle

Insert the dust filter bag in the ‘A’ direction.

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 / solutionFilter bag change indi-cator (Fig. 1/5) appears in the display windowThe dust filter bag is full. Change the dust filter bag, ZChapter 5.1, “Changing the dust filter bag”.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. The filters are dirty. Clean the respective filter ZChapter

5.2, “Cleaning the motor protection filter” or ZChapter 5.3, “Cleaning the hygienic exhaust filter”.The vacuum cleaner stops suddenly.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 tele-scopic tube and suction hose and removing the obstacle and/or cleaning filters). Wait for about 45 minutes. After the appliance has cooled off, you may switch it on again.The cleaning results are unsatisfacto-ry in spite of the appli-ance work-ing correctly.The bypass vent (Fig. 1/15) is open.Close the bypass vent (Fig. 1/15).The attached nozzle is unsuitable. Change the nozzle, ZChapter 3.3, “Selecting and putting on the nozzle”.Position of the suction power control (Fig. 1/2) is not suit-able for the floor. Adjust the suction power control (Fig. 1/ 2), ZChapter 4.2, “Vacuum cleaning”, step 4. The dust filter bag is full. Change the dust filter bag, ZChapter 5.1, “Changing the dust filter bag”.The filters are dirty. Clean the respective filter ZChapter 5.2, “Cleaning the motor protection filter” or ZChapter 5.3, “Cleaning the hy- gienic 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.

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