BS 1285 - Vacuum Cleaner CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BS 1285 CLATRONIC

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Inhalt

Overview of the Components......Page 3
Instruction Manual Page 35
Technical Data Page 40
Disposal Page 40

NEDERLANDS

JEZYK POLSKI

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Labeled diagram of a vacuum cleaner with numbered parts for identification

Bedienungsanleitung

Recipiente recolector

Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using the appliance.

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

WARNING:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION:

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.

NOTE:

This highlights tips and information.

General Safety Instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

- The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use.

Do not use it 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 immediately.

• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.
• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.
• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.
• Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING!

Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

- Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety Instructions".

Special Safety Instructions

WARNING: Danger of Electric Shock!

• The vacuum cleaner should only be used in damp rooms if for your protection a residual-current-operated circuit breaker is connected upstream in the electric circuit.
• If you are not sure, ask a qualified electrician for advice.
• If the water-filled device should fall over accidentally, always remove the plug from the socket first before uprighting it again.
• Disconnect the plug from the socket before you clean or service the appliance.

WARNING:

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.
• Never use the device to suck up explosive liquids (such as heating oil, petrol, paint thinner, acetone) or dusts (such as magnesium or aluminium dusts), combustible gases or undiluted solvents and acids - danger of explosion! Turbulence caused by the suction air could lead to the creation of explosive vapours or mixtures. These substances might attack the parts and materials used.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• Keep hair, clothing and body parts away from the vacuum nozzle during use!
• Keeps the vacuum cleaner away from sources of heat such as radiators, stoves etc.!

Overview of the Components

1 Air Slide
2 Suction tube, 2-part.
3 Exhaust opening
4 Carrying handle
5 I/O On/off switch
6 Motor housing
7 Power cord
8 Suction opening
9 Hose connection
11 Castors
13 Collection vessel
14 Floor nozzle
15 Lever for extending and retracting the brush
16 Locking mechanism
17 Vacuum hose
18 Parking assistance

Accessories:

10 Brush nozzle
12 Crevice nozzle

Not shown

Permanent filter (Dry vacuuming)

Sealing ring (Wet vacuuming)

Protective filter made of foam

Instructions for Use

Intended Use

• The device is intended for use as a wet/dry vacuum cleaner in accordance with its description and safety instructions.
• The device also has an additional connection with blower function.
• Any other type of use is considered to be in contradiction of the intended use and is not permitted.

Attaching the Castors (11)

Before you use the appliance, fasten the rollers to the foot of the collection unit (13).

1. Open the two locking mechanisms (16).
2. Remove the motor housing (6) from the collection unit.
3. Place the collection unit upside down.
4. Insert the rollers with the pins into the provided holes as far as they will go.
5. Turn the unit back round so that it stands on the rollers.

Inserting the permanent filter (only when vacuuming dry)

The appliance has a permanent filter. It can easily be inserted and can be cleaned.

- Put the rubber edge of the dust bag over the edge of the collection unit. It ensures that the motor housing is airtight.

Protective filter made of foam

Beneath the motor, there is a protective filter made of foam. This is required for both wet and dry vacuuming.

• If not yet in place, put the protective filter over the suction basket. The rubber of the protective filter must fit securely on the suction basket.
• You should check the condition of the filter and that it is firmly in place at regular intervals.

Attaching the Motor Housing

NOTE: Sealing ring

• If you do not use the permanent filter, always attach the supplied sealing ring. Fit it over the edge of the collection unit.

• Ensure that this rubber seal always sits correctly on the edge of the container. If this is not the case the suction power is lost.

• Adjust the motor housing so that the on/off switch sits above the suction opening.

• Close both locking mechanisms.

Connecting and detaching the hose (17)

Suction function

- Put the hose connection (9) into the suction opening (8) on the collection unit. It must audibly click into place.

Blowing function

- Put the hose connection into the blower opening (3) on the motor casing. It has to audibly engage.

Detaching the hose

- Press the button on the hose connection to detach the hose.

2-part suction hose (2)

• Attach the thicker end of the suction hose without the holder onto the end of the hose.
• Attach the thicker end of the suction hose with the holder onto the other suction hose.
• To release the suction hoses, pull them off while turning them slightly.

Nozzle Attachment

Floor nozzle (14)

The floor nozzle is equipped with rollers for easier guidance.

You may use the floor nozzle to clean smooth surfaces and dry or wet carpets.

- Use the lever (15) to set the brushes outwards or inwards.

Best use is determined by the texture of the floor. We recommend the following usage:

• Use without brushes:

• To vacuum dry carpeted floors (deep pile);
• To clean wet, smooth floors.

i NOTE:

• This setting is also well suited to vacuuming up water from larger areas.
• Check the maximum fill capacity of the collection unit. 10 litres of liquid without foaming additive!

• Use with brushes:

• To vacuum dry, smooth floors and dry carpeted floors (shallow pile);
• To clean (scrub) wet, smooth floors and wet carpeted floors (shallow pile).

Crevice nozzle (12)

For vacuuming in corners and crevices, etc.

Brush nozzle (10)

For cleaning upholstery or curtains.

• To remove the nozzle attachments from the suction hose, pull them off while turning them slightly.
• To store the nozzles, use the holders on the vacuum above the rollers.

Air Slide (1)

Open the air slide on the hose handle in order to regulate the airflow or to clear any particles sticking to the nozzle.

Mains Lead (7)

• Completely unwind the cable during operation.
• After use, allow the motor housing to cool down. You may then wrap the cable around the motor housing and may fasten it with the cable clamp.

Turning on/ off

Turn the appliance on (I) and off (O) with the On/ Off switch (5).

Parking Position

A holder is fitted on the lower part of the suction hose.

• Attach the suction hose with the holder to the parking attachment (18) on the motor housing.
• Is the suction hose too long? Separate the two parts of the suction hose and attach the upper part of the suction hose to the holder on the lower part of the suction hose.

Operation

Preparation

1. Select the desired accessory.
2. Unwind the lead completely.
3. Check if the mains voltage that you want to use matches the information on the rating plate.

CAUTION:

Take note of the range limited by the length of the cable!

Dry Vacuuming

1. Place the permanent filter into the collection unit.
2. Attach the motor housing.
3. Close the locking mechanisms.
4. Assemble the accessory.
5. Connect the mains plug to a properly installed earthed socket.
6. Turn the device on.
7. Vacuum at a steady speed. There is no need to exert pressure.

Wet Vacuuming

CAUTION:

• Do not use the appliance to vacuum foaming cleaning agents!
• Always remove the permanent filter when vacuuming liquids. Insert the sealing ring instead.
• Check that the protective filter fits properly.

• Before the cleaner is used again for dry vacuuming, all components must be dry.

• Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Remove the permanent filter.
• Fit the sealing ring over the edge of the collection unit.
• Attach the motor housing.
• Close the locking mechanisms.
• Assemble the accessory.
• Connect the mains plug to a properly installed earthed socket.
• Turn the device on.

CAUTION:

Immediately switch off the appliance in the following situations:

• During foaming
• If liquid escapes
• When the unit is full.
• When the unit falls over.

NOTE:

• The collection unit can hold max. 10 litres of liquid (without foaming).
• If foam should form in the collection unit, then the maximum capacity is only 1.5 litres!
• When the vessel is full the float valve closes the suction aperture and the motor runs at a higher speed. Switch the device off immediately and empty it.

Emptying the permanent filter and collection unit

1. Turn the device off with the on/off switch. Pull the plug out of the socket.
2. Open the locking mechanisms. Remove the motor housing.
3. Remove the permanent filter, if applicable. Shake it out.
4. Remove the suction hose.
5. Empty the collection vessel.
6. Put the permanent filter back into the collection unit if necessary.
7. Reassemble the hose connection and the motor housing.
8. Close the locking mechanisms.
9. You can now use the vacuum cleaner again.

Cleaning and storage

WARNING:

• Always remove the plug before cleaning.
- Under no circumstances should you immerse the motor housing in water in order to clean it. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire.

CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items.
• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

Collection Vessel

• Rinse out the collection vessel after use with clean water.
• Any dirt in the vessel can be removed with a sponge or nylon brush.

Permanent filter and protective filter made of foam

Clean the protective filter made of foam after every third or fifth emptying.

• Take off the motor housing and remove the filter.
- Quick cleaning: Tap out or brush out the filters to loosen any residues.
- Hand wash: If soiling is more severe we recommend a hand wash up to 40^ .

NOTE:

• Always allow the filters to dry in the open air!
• Always resume operation with dry filters!

Housing

WARNING:

Do not immerse the motor in water!

• The housing can be wiped off with a slightly damp cloth.
• Dry off all parts after cleaning with a dry cloth.

Storage

• Clean the appliance as described and allow it to dry.
  • We recommend that you keep the appliance in the original packaging if it will not be used for long periods.
  • Always store the appliance out of the reach of children in a dry, well ventilated place.

Troubleshooting

• The device does not work.

Remedy: Check the mains connection. Check the position of the switch.

• The device does not suck anything up.

Possible Cause: The collection unit is full.

Remedy: Empty the collection unit.

Possible Cause:

The sealing ring between the motor housing and the collection unit is missing.

Remedy: Check the seal.

Possible Cause: There is a foreign body in the suction hose or nozzle.

Remedy: Check the accessories for foreign bodies.

Possible Cause: The appliance has fallen over.

Remedy:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Wait until the motor comes to a complete stop
3. Restart operation.

• The appliance switches off during operation.

Possible Cause:

The appliance is fitted with a thermal cut-out which automatically switches off the appliance in the event of overheating.

Remedy:

Allow the appliance to cool for approx. 15 minutes before using it again.

Noise development

The sound pressure level in the ear of an operator (LpA) was measured according to DIN EN ISO 3744.

Sound pressure level detected: 82.0 dB(A) (no limit)

Technical Data

Model: BS 1285

Power supply: 220-240 V\~, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption:

Capacity for wet vacuuming: .... approx. 10 Litre

Capacity with the permanent filter:......approx. 6 Litre

Net weight:...... approx. 5.8 kg

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

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

Disposal

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

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