BS 900 - Vacuum Cleaner CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BS 900 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.

• Never leave the appliance unsupervised. 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 appliance.

• 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.! Start-up Overview of the Components

1. Cable 9. Hose connection

2. On/off switch 10. Notch for the opening of the

3. Vacuum power regulator dust bag compartment

5. Cable-winding key 12. + 12a. Connection tube

8. Dust bag compartment 15. Vacuum hose

4....-06-BS 900 EST 30.01.2002 14:27 Uhr Seite 341. Insert the vacuum hose in the opening in the dust bag compartment until it locks in mechanically.

2. To release the hose, press the button on the vacuum hose.

3. Keep the button pressed and pull out the hose.

4. Insert the vacuum tube on the handle piece.

1. Fit on the accessory. Please make sure that the connection pipe is inserted with

the hooks in the lower part (for the fastening of the nozzle).

2. Unwind the necessary length of cable and insert the plug in a duly installed

230V/50Hz protective contact socket.

3. Set the vacuum power with the vacuum power regulator.

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

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

Vacuum power regulator Low vacuum power: For curtains and delicate fabrics Medium vacuum power: For long-pile velour carpets and textile flooring High vacuum power: For sturdy rugs and floors Cable winding device Pull out the cable 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 winding button and guide the cable. Hold the cable to avoid wrap- ping. Nozzle accessories Crevice nozzle: To vacuum corners and slits Upholstery nozzle: To clean upholstery, curtains, etc. Please bear in mind that the crevice and upholstery nozzles are two-in-one acces- sories. To use the desired nozzle, press down the lever on the brush nozzle and fit on the upholstery nozzle until it snaps into place mechanically. 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.

4....-06-BS 900 EST 30.01.2002 14:27 Uhr Seite 35Releasing the accessories: Pull them apart while turning slightly. Damper Open the damper on the hose handle to adjust the airflow or to release objects clin- ging to the nozzle. Dust bag filling display 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

1. Pull the plug out of the socket.

2. Pull up the cover on the recess.

5. 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 placed horizontally in the inner part of the dust bag compartment casing.

• Pull the filter out from the front. 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 grid by pressing the lever on the upper edge of the ventila- tion grid.

• Pull the grid up and out. Remove the 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. Attention: When replacing the filter with a new one, it must be cut to measure. Place the old filter on top of the new one, trace the outline and then cut along the line. Cleaning and storage Cleaning

• Pull the plug out of the socket before cleaning!

• Clean the casing with a dry cloth.

4....-06-BS 900 EST 30.01.2002 14:27 Uhr Seite 36• Clean the motor protection filter after each dust bag change. It is located behind the dust bag. Clean the filter in hot water without additives. Put it back into place only once it is completely dry. Storage

• Wind the cable completely.

• Place the appliance vertically and put the vacuum pipe hook on the bottom. 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! The 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.