BS 901 - Vacuum Cleaner CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BS 901 CLATRONIC

• Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into ope- ration and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possi- ble, the box with the internal packing.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged pur- pose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use. Do not use it outdoors (except if it is designed to be used outdoors). Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediate- ly. Do not put it in water.

• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull on the plug, not the cable) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you should leave the work- place, always switch the machine off or remove the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead).

• To protect children from the dangers posed by electrical appliances, make sure that the cable is hanging low and that children do not have access to the appli- ance.

• Check the appliance and the cable for damage on a regular basis. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.

• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.

• Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instructions“. Special Safety Instructions

• Do not suck up liquids!

• Do not suck up hot ashes or pointed or sharp objects!

• Do not use the appliance in humid rooms!

• Never use without the filter. Check that the filter is inserted correctly!

• hair, clothing and body parts away from the vacuum nozzle during use!

• Keep the vacuum cleaner away from sources of heat like radiators, ovens, etc.!

• Insert the connection head of the suction hose (7) into the hose connector (6) until it locks in place. To do so, please press the buttons simultaneously. In order to release the hose again, please press the buttons once more on the connec- tion head.

• Keep the buttons pressed down and then pull out the hose.

• Please insert the sections of the 2-part suction tube (10) into one another and then attach them to the handle section.

• Then assemble the floor nozzle (11) and/or the accessories. Using the Appliance

1. Unwind the length of cable (1) you require.

2. Insert the mains plug into a correctly installed safety socket (230 V, 50 Hz) and

then switch the machine on using the on/off switch (2).

3. Vacuum at a steady speed. There is no need to exert pressure.

4. Attention: pay attention to the range that can be covered with the cable length.

Cable winding device: Pull out the cable (1) up to the maximum length indicated with the yellow mark. Never pull the cable out up to the red mark as the cable winding can be damaged. Said damages are not covered by the warranty. Winding: Press the cable (4) winding button and guide the cable. Hold the cable to avoid wrap- ping. Nozzle Attachment: The nozzle attachment is located below the take-up device for the mains lead or below the outlet filter.

1 Cable 2 On/off switch 3 Carrying handle 4 Cable-winding key 5 Dust bag filling display 6 Hose connection 7 Vacuum hose 8 Handle for opening the dust bag compartment 9 Dust bag compartment 10 Suction tube, 2-part 11 Floor nozzle 12 Hook on the suction tube (not shown) 13 Parking assistance (not shown) Accessories: "2-in-1" nozzle (groove and brush nozzle) 5....-05-BS 901 EST 04.03.2003 12:33 Uhr Seite 35Crevice nozzle/Brush nozzle: For vacuuming upholstery, curtains and in corners and crevices etc. "2-in-1" nozzle: When this is folded together (as sto- red in the compartment) it can be used as a groove nozzle. If you would like to use the brush nozzle, pull the brush section in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place. Floor nozzle: To clean carpets or smooth surfaces. Smooth floors: Press down the lever with the brush symbol with your foot. The brush is now visible. Car pets: Press down the opposite lever. Releasing the nozzles: Pull these off while turning slightly. Air Slide: Open the air slide on the hose handle in order to regulate the airflow or to clear any particles sticking to the nozzle. Dust bag replacement display (5): Hold the hose up into air. If the dust bag change display lights up, the bag is full. Please change it. Changing the dust bag: Pull the plug out of the socket. Open the lid of the dust bag compartment by the handle (8). Remove the dust bag holder and pull the dust bag out of the holder. Insert a new dust bag. Reinsert the dust bag holder. Close the cover so that it snaps into place. Filter: Your appliance has two filters. Motor protection filter (inlet filter): The inlet filter is located in the dust bag compartment. The filter is located vertically in the rear section of the dust housing. Remove the filter by pulling upwards. Clean the engine protection filter after 10 dust bag changes. If necessary, the filter can also be washed in warm water without any additives. Place it back into place only once it is completely dry! Outlet filter

The appliance is also equipped with an outlet filter. It is located on the rear part of your appliance behind a ventilation grid. Open the ventilation grille by pressing the buttons above it simultaneously. Then pull the grille out towards the front. Remove

5....-05-BS 901 EST 04.03.2003 12:33 Uhr Seite 36the filter and clean as described above. Fit the filter back into place and close the ventilation grid by following the steps above in the opposite order. Cleaning and storage Cleaning

• Pull the plug out of the socket before cleaning!

• Clean the casing with a dry cloth. Storage

• Let the iron cool down completely.

• Wind the cable completely.

• Please place the machine in a vertical position and insert the hook (12) on the suction tube into the parking assistance (13) on the back. This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations. Subject to technical changes without prior notice! Guarantee The device supplied by our Company is covered by a 24 month guarantee starting on the date of purchase (receipt). During the life of the guarantee any fault of the device or its accessories *) ascriba- ble to material or manufacturing defects will be eliminated free of charge by repai- ring or, at our discretion, by replacing it. The guarantee services do not entail an extension of the life of the guarantee nor do they give rise to any right to a new guarantee! Proof of the guarantee is provided by the proof of purchase. Without proof of purchase no free replacement or repair will be carried out. If you wish to make a claim under the guarantee please return the entire machine in the original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt. *) Damage to accessories does not mean automatic free replacement of the whole machine. In such cases please contact our hotline. Broken glass or breakage of plastic parts are always subject to a charge. Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing (e.g. motor pistons, kneading blades, drive shafts, spare remote control, spare toothbrushes, saw blades, etc.) as well as cleaning, maintenance or the replacement of said parts are not covered by the guarantee and hence are to be paid!

5....-05-BS 901 EST 04.03.2003 12:33 Uhr Seite 37The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering. After the expiry of the guarantee After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs.