TKG VC 1005 - Vacuum Cleaner KALORIK - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Kalorik
Model	TKG VC 1005
Product type	Canister vacuum cleaner
Suction power	Manually adjustable on the handle
Power supply	Mains, 220-240 V
Cord length	Approx. 5 meters (with yellow and red markers)
Cord rewinder	Automatic, push-button
Dust container capacity	Not specified, recommended emptying after each use
Filtration system	Accordion filter + nylon filter + air filter
Included accessories	2-position combination nozzle, crevice tool, upholstery brush
Main features	Dry vacuuming, power adjustment, automatic cord rewinder, carry handle
Dust container maintenance	Emptying by unlocking button at the bottom
Filter maintenance	Clean with soapy water, dry completely before reassembly
Air filter replacement frequency	About every 3 months depending on use
Intended use	Household, smooth surfaces and carpets
Safety	Unplug before maintenance, do not vacuum liquids or glowing objects, do not block the hose
Storage	In a dry place, tube storage on the appliance
Weight	Not specified
Dimensions	Not specified
Warranty	Check invoice/receipt

Frequently Asked Questions - TKG VC 1005 KALORIK

How to assemble the vacuum cleaner?

Connect the hose end into the front opening until it clicks. Assemble the tube onto the hose handle, then attach the combination nozzle or other accessory. You can adjust the tube length.

How to use the combination nozzle?

The combination nozzle has 2 positions: brush retracted for carpets and rugs, brush extended for smooth floors (tile, parquet). Change the position by operating the brush.

How to adjust the suction power?

The power is manually adjusted via the slider located on the hose handle. Use low power for curtains and maximum power for carpets.

How to empty the dust container?

Press the dust container unlocking button, remove it. Place it over a trash can, press the button at the bottom of the handle to open the bottom and empty. Close and put back until it clicks.

How to clean the filters?

Remove the dust container, take off the cover by turning counterclockwise. Detach the accordion filter and the nylon filter. Wash the nylon filter with soapy water, rinse the accordion filter with water and a soft brush. Dry completely before reassembly.

Where is the air filter located and how to maintain it?

The air filter is located behind a grille at the rear of the appliance. Open the grille, remove the filter, clean it with water and detergent, rinse and let it dry completely before putting it back. Replace it about every 3 months.

What to do if suction power decreases?

First check that the dust container is not full and that the filters are not clogged. Clean or replace filters if necessary. Make sure there is no blockage in the tube or hose.

Can I vacuum liquids with this appliance?

No, this vacuum cleaner is designed only for dry vacuuming. Never vacuum liquids, especially flammable liquids, as this could damage the appliance and pose a danger.

How to use the cord rewinder?

After use, turn off and unplug the appliance. Press the cable rewinder button to automatically wind the cord. Do not pull on the cord to store it.

How to store the vacuum cleaner?

Use the carrying handle to move the appliance. Store it in a dry place. The nozzle tube can be stored at the rear of the appliance for compact storage.

USER MANUAL TKG VC 1005 KALORIK

1. Floor brush
2. Flexible hose
3. Tube
4. Flexible hose connector
5. Carrying handle
6. Release button of the dust container
7. Cable rewind button
8. On/off switch
9. Upholstery brush
10. Crevice tool
11. Dust container with filter unit inside

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Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance, and always follow the safety and operating instructions.

Important: People (including children) who are not able to use the appliance in a safe way, due to their physical, sensorial or mental capacity or their lack of experience or knowledge, must never use the appliance except if they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or if they previously received instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance.

Close supervision is necessary to prevent children from using the appliance as a toy.

Before use, check that your network mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the appliance.

Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use or when plugged to the electric network.

Regularly check the appliance for damages. Never use the appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage but have it checked and repaired by a competent qualified service!. Should the cord be damaged, it must be replaced by a competent qualified service!

Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and in the way indicated in these instructions.

Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for any reason whatsoever.

Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.

Unplug the appliance when not in use or when emptying the dust container or cleaning or replacing the filters.

Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry environment.

Never use accessories which are not recommended by the producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk to damage the appliance.

Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the cord cannot get caught in any way, to prevent the appliance from falling. Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.

Before plugging in the cord, make sure the switch is set to the off-position.

This appliance is not a toy, it is not supposed to be sat on.

Never use the appliance to vacuum matches, pointed objects, cigarettes, butts or other glowing things. Do not use it on wet surfaces or surfaces covered with cement or other substances that are too fine or even toxic when inhaled. Never vacuum any kind of liquid with this appliance, particularly flammable liquids.

Do not block the vacuum passage. If this should happen by accident, unplug the appliance before unblocking it.

Make sure not to point the vacuum cleaner at persons or animals, and especially stay clear of eyes and ears.

If you use the appliance with a full dust container or saturated filters, the appliance might get damaged. Make sure to check the good quality and placement of the dust container and/or filters.

If your appliance no longer vacuums correctly or if the dust container is full, clean the filter and empty the dust container in order to prevent the appliance from overheating.

Competent qualified electrician: after-sales department of the producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved and competent to perform this kind of repairs in order to avoid all danger. In case of need you should return the appliance to this electrician.

ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM CLEANER

Always remove the plug from the power socket before fitting or removing accessories!
- Insert the hose connector into the hose connection inlet until it locks. To remove the hose, press the sides of the hose connector and pull at the hose.
- Fit the tube to the handle.
- Fit the tube to the floor brush.
- You can adjust the length of the tube.
- Removing tube and accessories: to remove the accessories, pull firmly apart.
The floor brush is ideal for the daily cleaning of carpets and hard floors. Setting with the bristles inside for cleaning carpets. Setting with the bristles outside for cleaning hard floors.
The appliance is delivered with the following accessories:

a crevice tool: for radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and between cushions.
an upholstery brush: for curtains, cushions, edges, doors, mattresses etc.

OPERATION

Pull out a sufficient length of power cord and insert the plug into the power socket. A yellow mark on the power cable shows the ideal cable length. Do not extend the cable beyond the red mark. Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF switch with your foot.
- You can adjust the suction power by using the wind-force adjuster on the handle of the flexible hose. Use a low suction power for furniture and other delicate surfaces and use high suction power for fitted carpet and other floors.

AFTER USE

• Stop the vacuum cleaner by pressing the ON/OFF switch.
• Unplug the appliance from the power supply.
  Simply press the cable rewind button to activate the cable rewind mechanism.
  The carrying handle can be used to move the appliance. Never use the handle of the dust container to carry the appliance!
  After use we advise you to empty the dust collector to avoid smells and mildew that could be caused by damp dust particles that may have been vacuumed, and also to guarantee an optimal efficiency during the next use. To do so, see below.

Press the release button of the dust container and pull the dust container out.
- Hold the dust collector over a dustbin, press the unlocking button at the bottom of the handle of the dust collector to open the lower cover of the dust container and spill the rubbish.
- Close the dust collector and put the dust collector back in the appliance until it locks in place.

CLEANING THE FILTERS

Filters

The filter system consists of: 1 accordion filter to vacuum the smallest particles (in the dust container)

1 nylon filter (around the accordion filter)

1 air filter, to vacuum the smallest particles (at the back of the appliance)

It is necessary to clean the filters regularly to avoid operating problems.

Cleaning the accordion filter

If you notice that even after having emptied the dust collector, the suction power is reduced, clean the accordion filter. To do so:

Take out the dust collector as described above.
- Rotate the dust collector's lid anticlockwise to take it off.
- Rotate the accordion filter from the dust collector's lid until it is unlocked.
Take the nylon filter from the accordion filter. If necessary, wash it in soapsuds. Make sure it is dry before putting it back in place.
- Rinse the bracket and accordion filter in water, if necessary with help of a soft brush, and dry them completely. Never put them in the washing machine and never dry them with a hair dryer.
To put the nylon filter and the accordion filter back, proceed inversely.

Air filter

This air filter (situated behind the grid at the back of the appliance) guarantees fresh air during cleaning. It should be replaced approximately every 3 months (depending on the operating frequency).
- Switch off the appliance, open the grid, remove the filter and clean it in soapsuds. When it is dry, put it back and close back the grid.

NOTE: After a certain number of cleanings the filters will be damaged or impossible to get back in their initial shape. In such case, please contact the nearest customer service to obtain new filters.

Cleaning the dust collector

Clean the inside of the dust collector with a damp cloth or sponge, but make sure it is totally dry before using the appliance again.

PRACTICAL HINTS

• When cleaning stairs, we advise you to keep the unit in a vertical position.
  The floor brush is equipped with a hook, allowing you to attach the tube to the rear part of the appliance when it is in use, for instance when you want to move a piece of furniture, or after use when storing your appliance.
  The vacuum cleaner requires no regular maintenance other than the filter cleaning tasks as detailed here above.
  If you notice a loss of suction power, it is probably due to one or a combination of the following events: blocked filter, full dust collector or blockage in tubes. If your appliance

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still does not work properly after you have checked those problems, please ask a qualified electrician for advice.

PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT - DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC

In order to preserve our environment and protect human health, the waste electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of in accordance with specific rules with the

implication of both suppliers and users. For this reason, as indicated by the symbol the rating label or on the packaging, your appliance should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. The user has the right to bring it to a municipal collection point performing waste recovery by means of reuse, recycling or use for other applications in accordance with the directive.

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