BS 1254 - Vacuum Cleaner CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BS 1254 CLATRONIC

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.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fi t 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 immediately. Do not put it in water.

• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the ap- pliance 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 workplace, 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 appliance.

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

• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the expos- ure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualifi ed 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 fi lter. Check that the fi lter 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.! Overview of the Components 1 Cable 2 On/off switch 3 Vacuum power regulator 4 Carrying handle 5 Cable-winding key 6 Accessory compartment 7 Coarse dirt fi lter

1. Insert the connection head of the suction hose (12)

into the hose connection (11) until its locks in place.

2. In order to release the hose again, press the two

buttons on the side of the suction hose at the same time.

3. Keep the buttons pressed and then pull the hose out.

3. 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).

4. Set the vacuum power with the vacuum power regula-

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

6. Attention: pay attention to the range that can be

covered with the cable length. Accessory Compartment (6) The integrated accessories (crevice nozzle, upholstery and brush nozzle) are to be found under the cover (6). Nozzle Attachment Crevice, brush and upholstery nozzle For vacuuming upholstery, curtains and in corners and crevices etc. Please note that the crevice/brush nozzle is a „2 in 1“ attachment. 05-BS 1254 25 20.02.2006, 14:26:41 UhrENGLISH

Floor nozzle To clean carpets or smooth surfaces. Smooth fl oors: Press down the lever with the brush symbol with your foot. The brush is now visible. Carpets: Press the lever In the opposi- te direction. The brushes are now retracted. Releasing the nozzles: Pull these off while turning slightly. Vacuum power regulator (3) Low vacuum power: For curtains and delicate fabrics Medium vacuum power: For long-pile velour carpets and textile fl ooring High vacuum power: For sturdy rugs and fl oors Telescopic Suction Tube (13) As the length of the suction tube can be adjusted it can be adapted to your own personal height. Unlock the coupling by pressing the button (14) downwards. Then move the telescopic suction tube to the desired height. To fi x the suction tube in position, pull it until it is heard to lock in place. 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 (5) winding button and guide the cable. Hold the cable to avoid wrapping. Air Slide Open the air slide on the hose handle in order to regulate the airfl ow or to clear any particles sticking to the nozzle. Dust bag replacement display (8) 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.

• Press the button (10) to open the lid of the dust bag compartment (until its locks in place).

• Pull the dust bag out of the holder.

• Insert a new dust bag.

• Close the cover so that it snaps into place. Filter Your appliance has two fi lters. Motor protection fi lter (inlet fi lter) The inlet fi lter is located in the dust bag compartment. Press the button (10) to open the lid of the dust bag compartment. The fi lter is located vertically in the rear section of the dust housing. Remove the fi lter by pulling upwards. Clean the engine protection fi lter after 10 dust bag changes. If necessary, the fi lter can also be washed in warm water without any additives. Place it back into place only once it is completely dry! Outlet fi lter The appliance is also equipped with an outlet fi lter. This fi lter is located in the dust bag space under the ventilation grille. Open the dust bag compartment. Remove the fi lter and clean as described above. Please reinsert the fi lter correctly and then close the ventilation grille. Coarse Dirt Filter This collects the coarse dirt.

• Empty the container (7.2) when the MAX. mark is reached.

• When suction power decreases! Even if the MAX mark on the coarse dirt fi lter has not yet been reached it is possible that the suction power of your vacuum cleaner will decrease. You should then also clean the container.

• In order to do so, remove the container and the cover.

• Note: The components can be removed or attached by means of short twists in a clockwise or anticlo- ckwise direction. Under the cover 7.1 there is an air duct that also has to be cleaned. 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 on the suction tube into the parking assistance on the back. Technical Data Model: ................................................................. BS 1254 Power supply: ................................................230 V, 50 Hz Power consumption:

max. :.................................................................2300 W Protection class: ..............................................................ΙΙ This device has been tested according to all relevant cur- rent CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations. 05-BS 1254 26 20.02.2006, 14:26:42 UhrENGLISH

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 *) ascribable to material or manufacturing defects will be eliminated free of charge by repairing 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. 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. In many EU countries the disposal of electrical and elec- tronic equipment in the domestic waste is prohibited from August 13, 2005 on. In Germany from March 23, 2006 on. 05-BS 1254 27 20.02.2006, 14:26:43 Uhr28