Forzaspira C 115 - Vacuum Cleaner POLTI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Forzaspira C 115 POLTI

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REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT

www.polti.com Visit our website www.polti.com or call our Customer Services department to register your pro- duct. You can get useful recommendations on using the products, and updates on innovations, as well as finding all the accessories that make the family of Polti products even more valuable for looking after your home. To register your product, in ad- dition to your personal informa- tion, you must enter the serial number (SN) which you will find on the silver label, located on the box and underneath the applian- ce. To save time and have your serial number to hand, write it in the space provided on the back cover of this manual.

IN THIS MANUAL, AND ON THE APPLIANCE ITSELF. Polti S.p.A. declines all liability for any accident deriving from any improper use of this appliance. Correct use of the product is only as detailed in this instruction manual. Any use which does not comply with these instructions will in- validate the warranty.

• Never disassemble or carry out maintenance on the appliance apart from that indicated in this manual. In the event of a fault or malfunction, do not try and repair the appliance yourself. In the event of a heavy knock, fall, damage or fall into water, the appliance may not longer be safe to use. Incorrect use or a lack of respect for the instructions herein may lead to serious accidents. Always contact Authorised Service Centres.

• This appliance can be used by children over 8 years old, by peo- ple with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or by inex- perienced persons only where they are instructed in advance on its safe use and only if informed of the dangers related to the product. Children must not play with the appliance. The cleaning and maintenance of the appliance may not be done by children without the supervision of an adult. Keep the appliance and the power cable out of the reach of children under 8 years of age.

• Keep all the parts of the packaging out of the reach of chil- dren; they are not toys. Keep the plastic bag out of the reach of children: danger of suffocation.

• This appliance is destined exclusively for indoor domestic use. In order to reduce the risk of accidents, including: fires, elec-ENGLISH | 17 | trocution, personal injury and scalding, both during use and during preparation, maintenance and storage, always take the fundamental precautions listed in this manual. RISKS CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY – ELECTROCUTION

• The earthing system and highly sensitive residual-current cir- cuit breaker, complete with magnetothermic cut-out for your domestic system, guarantee safe use of electrical appliances. Therefore, for your own safety, check that the electrical system to which the appliance is connected complies with current laws.

• Do not connect the appliance to the mains if the voltage does not correspond with that of the domestic electrical circuit in use.

• Do not overload the sockets with adaptors and/or transfor- mers. Only connect the product to a single socket with cur- rent that is compatible with the supplied plug.

• Electrical extension leads that are unsuitable for the power ra- ting or which are not compliant with law may overheat and possibly lead to short-circuiting, fire, power outage or damage to the equipment. Only use certified extensions, suitable for the power rating, that support at least 10A.

• To remove the plug from the socket, do not pull the power ca- ble, but hold the plug itself to avoid damage to the plug and the cable.

• Always unplug the appliance if it is not in use and before any preparation, maintenance or cleaning operation.

• The appliance must not be left unattended if plugged in to the mains.

• Fully unwind the cable from the cable winder before connec- ting the appliance to the mains and before use. Always use the product with the cable completely unwound.

• Do not pull or jerk the cable or expose it to tensions (twisting, crushing or stretching). Keep the cable away from hot and/or sharp surfaces and elements. Avoid crushing the cables in doors and windows. Do not pull the cable tight around cor-ENGLISH | 18 | ners. Avoid treading on the cable. Do not pass over the cable with the appliance. Do not wind the power cable around the appliance, especially if the appliance is hot.

• Do not substitute the plug on the power cable.

• If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the ma- nufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid all possible hazards. Do not turn on and use the product if the power ca- ble is damaged.

• Do not touch or use the appliance barefoot and/or with wet body or feet.

• Do not use the appliance near containers full of water, e.g. sinks, baths and swimming pools.

• Do not immerse the appliance, including the power cable and plug, in water or other liquids. RISKS DURING USE OF THE PRODUCT – INJURIES/SCALDING

• The product should not be used in areas where there is a dan- ger of explosions or in the presence of toxic substances.

• Do not vacuum liquid substances or damp dirt.

• Do not vacuum onto toxic substances, acids, solvents, deter- gents or corrosive substances. The handling and removal of dangerous substances must be carried out according to the indications of the manufacturers of these substances.

• Do not vacuum onto explosive powders or liquids, hydrocar- bons, open flames and or extremely hot objects.

• Keep all body parts away from the vacuum intake and from any moving parts.

• Do not use the vacuum function on people and/or animals.

• Re-wind the cable when the appliance is not in use.

• Do not position the product near sources of heat such as fire- places, stoves and ovens.

• Do not obstruct the openings and grills on the product.

• During use, keep the product in a horizontal position on stable surfaces.ENGLISH | 19 |

CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT

This appliance is intended for internal home use as a vacuum of dry material, in accordan- ce with the descriptions and instructions con- tained in this manual. Please read these in- structions carefully and keep them. If this manual is lost, it can be consulted and/or downloaded from the website www.polti.com. Only vacuum domestic dirt. Do not use on debris or chalk, cement or resi- dues from building sites or brick laying. Do not use on earth and sand/soil, etc. Do not use on ash, soot and combustion resi- dues (fireplaces, barbecues, etc.). Do not use on printer, photocopier or fax to- ner and ink powder. Do not vacuum pointed, sharp or stiff objects. The appliance only functions correctly with the collector inserted, and complete with all its parts. Correct use of the product is only as detailed in this instruction manual. Any other use may da- mage the appliance and invalidate the warranty. Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification without prior notice.

INFORMATION FOR USERS

Pursuant to European Directive 2012/19/EU, regarding electric and electronic appliances, this appliance must not be disposed of with domestic waste, but sent to an official collec- tion facility. This appliance complies with EU Directive 2011/65/EU The crossed-out bin symbol on the appliance indicates that, at the end of its useful lifespan, the product must be disposed of separately from other waste. Therefore, at the end of its life, the user must handover the appliance to an appropriate collection centre for electric and electronic waste. Proper separate waste col- lection to facilitate the subsequent recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal of the appliance helps to prevent ne- gative effects on the environment and human health, and promotes recycling of the mate- rials the product is made of. Unlawful disposal by the owner involves the application of the administrative sanctions envisaged by current legislation.

1. PREPARATION OF THE APPLIANCE

1.1 Remove the appliance from the packaging,

checking that the product is whole and that all the parts are there.

1.2 Insert the suction opening of the flexible

tube into the connector (1). To disconnect it from the appliance press the keys and pull the flexible hose (2).

1.3 Unwind the power supply cable and insert

the plug into a suitable power socket (3).

2. CONNECTION OF ACCESSORIES

All the accessories can be connected directly to the flexible hose or to the telescopic tube. Just connect them together.

3. CLEANING HARD FLOORS

3.1 Make sure that chapter 1 has been completed.

3.2 Connect the telescopic tube to the flexible

hose and the floor brush to the telescopic tube. The length of the telescopic tube can be adju- sted. Press the button to extend it or shorten it at will (4).

3.3 Move the selector located on the brush,

pressing it with a foot, to the bristles-exten- ded position (5).

3.4 Press the (6) switch. The appliance will

start to operate. You can adjust the suction power with the cursor(6).

4.1 Make sure that chapter 1 has been completed.

4.2 Connect the telescopic tube to the flexible

hose and the parquet brush to the telescopic tube. The length of the telescopic tube can be adju- sted. Press the button to extend it or shorten it at will (4).

4.3 Press the (6) switch. The appliance will

start to operate. You can adjust the suction power with the cursor(6).

5. CLEANING CARPETS AND RUGS

5.1 Make sure that chapter 1 has been completed.

5.2 Connect the telescopic tube to the flexibleENGLISH

| 20 | hose and the floor brush to the telescopic tube. The length of the telescopic tube can be adju- sted. Press the button to extend it or shorten it at will (4).

5.3 Move the selector located on the brush,

pressing it with a foot, to the no-bristles posi- tion (5).

5.4 Press the (6) switch. The appliance will

start to operate. You can adjust the suction power with the cursor(6).

6. CLEANING UPHOLSTERY

(mattresses, sofas, car interiors, etc.)

6.1 Make sure that chapter 1 has been completed.

6.2 Connect the suction nozzle to the flexible

hose and pass over the surfaces. Use the 2in1 lance for thorough vacuum clea- ning of hard-to-reach spots such as skirting- boards and folds in sofas, armchairs, uphol- stered furniture and car upholstery. The bristles of the 2in1 lance can be used by tur- ning them 90 ° (7).

6.3 Press the (6) switch. The appliance will

start to operate. You can adjust the suction power with the cursor(6).

switch. Disconnect the power supply cable from the mains.

7.2 Unhook the dust container from the va-

cuum cleaner by opening the cover and pres- sing the dust container release button (9).

7.3 Remove the dust container lifting it by the

7.4 Press the button located on the container

in order to open the container and remove the dirt collected (10).

7.5 Remove the handle by turning it anti-

clockwise compared to the container, aligning the two reference arrows (11).

7.6 Remove the container filter and pull out the

filter unit and remove any remaining dirt.

7.7 Replace the filter unit in the container,

making sure that the two arrows are aligned (12).

turning it clockwise, making sure to align the two arrows (11).

7.10 Reposition the dust container on the ap-

pliance by repeating the steps described pre- viously in the opposite order (13).

8. GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains. To clean the outside of the appliance, only use a damp cloth and tap water. Do not use detergents of any type.

8.1 CLEANING THE DUST CONTAINER

- Pull out the dirt container and remove the container filter and the filter unit, as described in the chapter 4. - Rinse all the components under running wa- ter and let them dry. - Replace everything repeating the steps de- scribed previously in the reverse order.

8.2 REMOVING AND CLEANING THE HEPA

FILTER - Turn the grill anti-clockwise (14) and remove We recommend to clean the container after each use. ATTENTION: Check all components of the du- st collector are dry, before put them in order. With the manual cursor on the handle of the flexible hose, it is possible to intervene promptly in case of accidental suction (i.e. curtains), reducing the suction power (8). ATTENTION: since by operating the button the lower base of the reservoir opens, it is recommended that this operation be done over a waste bin.

WARNING: Never exceed the “MAX” level

shown on the dust container, otherwise the filters will clog reducing the suction power of the appliance.

WARNING: Do not use the appliance without

the dust container complete with filter. We recommend to clean the container after each use.ENGLISH | 21 | the filter (15). - Rinse the HEPA filter using running water only and shake gently to remove any excess dirt or water residue; before replacing the filter in the appliance, leave to dry naturally away from direct light and heat for at least 24 hours. The filters should be fully cleaned approxima- tely twice per year.

9.1 Turn off the appliance and disconnect from

the mains electricity.

9.2 Press the cable-winder button (6) to ac-

tivate the automatic winding guiding it gently back into the appliance.

9.3 The hose and flexible hose can be housed

on the body of the appliance, sliding the uni- versal brush into the parking system on the appliance (16).

9.4 The small nozzle and the 2in1 lance can be

attached to the telescopic tube using the ac- cessory holder. Attach the single ring to the telescopic tube and insert the accessories in the 2 other rings (17).

WARNING: Check the filters during cleaning.

Replace the filters when visibly damaged.

WARNING: Do not clean the filters with the

brush as they can be damaged, reducing their filtering capacity. Do not use deter- gents, do not rub the filter, and do not wash it in a dishwasher.ENGLISH | 22 |

The vacuum cleaner does not turn on. No power. Check that the appliance is con- nected to the power as indicated in Chapter 1. The vacuum has no/reduced suction. Flexible hose/telescopic tube clogged. Dust-collector over full. Dust tank not inserted correctly. The suction can be adju- sted on MIN. Clean the tubes. Empty the dust collector. Insert the dust collector correctly. Increase the adjustment of the suction. During suction from the ap- pliance, dust comes out. Dust collector not inser- ted correctly. Dust-collector over full. Flexible hose not inser- ted correctly. Insert the dust collector correctly. Empty the dust collector. Insert the flexible tube correctly. Should the problems persist, contact an Authorised Polti Service Centre (see www.polti.com for the up-to-date list) or Customer Services.ENGLISH | 23 | WARRANTY This appliance is for domestic use only and is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase against any defects present at the time the goods are handed over; the date of purchase must be proven via a proof of pur- chase document valid for tax purposes and is- sued by the seller. For repairs, the appliance must be accompa- nied by proof of purchase. This warranty does not affect the consumer rights deriving from European Directive 99/44/EC as regards some aspects of sale and warranty of consumer goods, rights whi- ch the consumer should uphold with respect to the seller. This warranty is valid in the countries which adhere to European Directive 99/44/EC. For other countries, local regulations on warran- ties apply.

WHAT THE WARRANTY COVERS

During the warranty, Polti guarantees free re- pair of a product with a manufacturing or fac- tory defect and, therefore, the client is not lia- ble to pay for any work or materials. In case of irreparable defects, Polti may repla- ce the product free of charge. To avail of the warranty, the customer should visit one of the Polti Authorised Service Cen- tres with proof of purchase from the seller va- lid for tax purposes and bearing the date of purchase of the product. Without proof of purchase and the relative date of purchase, the work will be charged for. Store the proof of purchase document safely for the whole duration of the warranty.

WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER

• Any fault or damage not deriving from a manufacturing defect.

• Any fault due to improper use or use other than that indicated in the instruc- tion booklet, an integral part of the pro- duct sales contract.

• Any defect resulting from force majeure (fires, short circuits) or caused by third parties (tampering).

• Damage caused by the use of non-original Polti parts, and repairs or modifications performed by staff or service centres not authorised by Polti.

• Damage caused by the customer.

• Parts (filter, brush, hose, battery, etc.) da- maged by use (consumable goods) or normal wear and tear.

• Any damage caused by limescale.

• Defects resulting from lack of mainte- nance/cleaning according to the manu- facturer’s instructions.

• Assembly of non-original Polti accessories or those that have been modified or which are not suitable for the appliance. Inappropriate use and/or use not compliant with the instructions for use and any other warnings or indications contained in this ma- nual invalidates the warranty. Polti takes no responsibility for any direct or indirect damage to people, objects or animals caused by non-compliance with the instruc- tions indicated in this instruction booklet, re- garding warnings for use and product mainte- nance. To see the up-to-date list of the Polti Authori- sed Service Centres, visit the website www.polti.com.ENGLISH | 24 |FRANÇAIS | 25 |