AS3241 - Vacuum Cleaner SOLAC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AS3241 SOLAC

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• 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 can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• 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.)

• 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.

• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer or by your after-sales service shop or similar qualified personnel to prevent possible hazards.

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. . ENGLISH AS3241.book Page 10 Monday, December 17, 2012 3:55 PMMAIN COMPONENTS 11

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 Main body.2Power cord.3 On/Off pedal switch.4 Air outlet filter grille.5 Groove for attaching the brush during a temporary stop.6 Electronic suction regulator.7 Air outlet filter.8 Cord-winder pedal button.9 Carry handle.10 Dust container.11 Flexible hose connection.12 Flexible hose release button.13 Flexible hose.14 Mechanical suction regulator.15 HEPA Filter.17 Container full indicator light.18 Dust container removal button.19 Dust container handle.20 Dust container cover opening button.21 Dust container cover.22 Cyclone filter.23 Maximum fill level of the container.24 Telescopic metal tube.25 Height adjustment for the telescopic tube.26 Hook for storage + attachment holder. (*AS3240)27 Groove for attaching the brush during storage.28 Retractable brush button.29 Universal floor and carpet brush.30 Hook for temporary stop.31 Furniture brush.32 Parquet brush.33 Upholstery brush.34 Suction head for vacuuming grooves and corners. USE CYCLONE TECHNOLOGY Suctioned dirt enters the dust container (10) and remains in suspension thanks to cyclone technology. The dirt particles that escape from the exterior chamber of the dust container are retained by the cyclone filter (22) before going through the motor protection filter (15), thereby assuring that exhausted air is free from dust particles. Z This appliance has been designed exclusively for vacuuming floors, carpets, furniture and fabrics. Do not use it for any other purpose. Z Never vacuum live ash, splinters, sharp objects, or liquids.

Never vacuum lit matches or cigarette butts. Do not vacuum toxic material (ammonia, etc.). Z Completely remove all the elements used for transportation and packaging. AS3241.book Page 11 Monday, December 17, 2012 3:55 PM12 USE ‹ Unplug the appliance from the mains before adding or removing any accessories or performing any maintenance tasks. ‹ Do not use the appliance above the height of the power cord. 1 Check that the dust container (10) and the filters (22, 15 and 7) are installed correctly. See the following section (Cleaning and Maintenance). 2 Insert the flexible hose (13) at the connection (11) until you hear a click. Whenever you want to remove the hose, pull it outwards while simultaneously pressing the release button (12). 3 Attach the telescopic metal tube (24). 4 Prepare the appropriate attachments for the surface you want to clean. Put the desired attachment on the telescopic metal tube (24). Universal floor and carpet brush (29). You can use it for all kinds of floors, given that it is retractable so that it can be adapted to the surface to be vacuumed. To change the cleaning position, press the brush button (28) with your foot. We recommend cleaning hard floors, wood and parquet with the fibre brush extended, and cleaning carpets and rugs with the fibre brush retracted. Parquet brush (32). We recommend using it on both parquet and hard floors (tile, ceramic, marble, etc.). Suction head (34). For cleaning narrow places, grooves and corners. Upholstery brush (33). Especially designed for sofas and all other upholstered surfaces. Furniture brush (31). Recommended for cleaning furniture, blinds, lamp shades, etc.

• You can adjust the length of the telescopic tube (24). Slide the adjustment device (25) downwards to release the top part of the tube. Simultaneously pull upwards or downwards on the top part until the desired tube length is reached. 5 Pull out the cord (2) to the yellow mark (ideal length). If necessary, the cord can be pulled out to the red mark, but not any further. 6 Plug it into the mains. 7 Turn on the vacuum by pressing the pedal switch (3), and adjust the suction power by opening or closing the regulator on the handle (14). (The suction power is decreased by opening the valve, and it is increased by closing the valve). You can also adjust the suction power using the electronic regulator (6). Slide the regulator between the MIN. and MAX. positions, depending on the desired suction power. Z If you hear a sharp whistling sound that is different from the normal sound when using the vacuum, turn it off and unplug it. Check to see if the air inlets and outlets or the filters are obstructed. If they are obstructed, eliminate the cause. i When using the vacuum, pull it behind you as if it were a cart. The handle (9) can also be used to carry the vacuum cleaner. i This appliance has a position called the “horizontal parking” position, which can be conveniently used during stops while cleaning. To put it in this position, insert the hook of the telescopic tube in the groove (5) of the vacuum cleaner body (Figure 1). i If you wish, you can place the suction head (34) and the furniture brush (31) in the attachment holder (26*). 8 When finished, switch the appliance off by pressing the On/Off button (3). Unplug it, and press the button (8) to wind up the cord. Hold the cord plug in your hand to prevent it from banging against the vacuum cleaner housing. i To save space when the vacuum is stored, attach the telescopic tube to the body of the vacuum using the hook (26*) (Figure 2). AS3241.book Page 12 Monday, December 17, 2012 3:55 PMCLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 13

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The dust container (10) has a maximum level mark. Be sure that dirt does not exceed this level. Z The dust container has a container full indicator light (17). Empty the dust container if this light comes on. To do so:1 Pull upwards on the handle (19) while pressing the open button (18) (Figure 3).2 Remove the dust container and hold it over a rubbish bin. Press the release button (20),and empty its contents into the rubbish bin (Figure 4).3 Remove the cyclone filter (22) from the interior of the dust container by turning itclockwise (Figure 5). Empty its contents, rinse the filter with tap water, and be sure thatall washed elements are completely dry before installing them again.4 Insert the cyclone filter in the container, and turn it counter-clockwise until the fasteningtab is seated in the dust container (Figure 6).5 To close the dust container, tilt the bottom cover of the container (21), and press untilyou hear a click, indicating that the cover is closed correctly.6 Place the dust container in the body of the appliance. Press on the container until youhear a click, which indicates that the container is seated correctly (Figure 7). i The container full pilot light (17) may come on at times if something becomes lodged in the flexible tube, suction opening or accessory. To find out if that is the case, unplugthe vacuum cleaner, remove the flexible tube, and turn the vacuum cleaner on again.If the pilot light does not come on, clean the flexible tube and its attachment.

FILTER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT

Z 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 suctioncapacity has decreased.• Clean the filters using tap water, and allow them to dry completely.Do not use a hair dryer to dry the filters. Z It is advisable to replace the filters once or twice a year, depending on how often the appliance is used. Air outlet filter (7) 1 Remove the grille (4) by pushing upwards on the tabs until the grille is detached (Figure 8).2 Remove the outlet filter (7) from its housing to clean it.3 Put the filter back in after it is clean.4 Put the grille (4) back on, and seat it correctly by pressing on the tabs until you hear a click. Z Never use the vacuum cleaner without the air outlet filter. HEPA anti-allergy filter (15)

Empty the dust container before cleaning the HEPA filter. See “Emptying the dust container (10)”.1 Remove the dust container.2 Press on one of the side tabs of the HEPA assembly to release the filter (Figure 9).3 Shake the HEPA protector filter over a rubbish bin, and bang it gently against the sidesof the bin until no more dust falls off.4 Rinse the HEPA protector filter in warm water, and allow it to dry completely.

CLEANING THE APPLIANCE

Z 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 ofthe appliance and prolong its useful life. ‹ Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains. ‹ Check that no water gets into the appliance. Z Clean the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive products or solvents.AS3241.book Page 13 Monday, December 17, 2012 3:55 PM14 INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

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