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USER MANUAL IC 1022 FAKIR

Information for safety and notes on disposal Before using the appliance

• Please read the information below with care. This gives important guidance on the use, safety and maintenance/care of the appliance. Keep this instruction booklet in a safe place, and if appro- priate, pass it on to the next owner.

• FAKIR appliances comply with the recognised technological standards and current safety regu- lations.

• This appliance fulfills the requirements of the Appliance and Product Safety Law (GPSG) and the EU Directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic Compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low-Voltage Directive.” This is indicated by the CE mark on the rating plate.

• FAKIR reserves the right to alter designs and specifications without notice. General instructions

• Do not connect the battery charger to the mains power socket if the voltage given on the rating plate differs from the mains voltage.

• The power socket must be protected by a domestic 10 A automatic circuit-breaker.

• Do not use the battery charger or appliance if it can be seen to be damaged (cracks/fractures), if the connecting lead is defective, or if internal damage is suspected (e.g. after being dropped).

• Do not use the battery charger for any other appliances.

• This appliance is not suitable for vacuuming health-hazardous substances.

• Before use, check to ensure that the filter is correctly installed.

• Do not use the appliance without a filter.

• Use only genuine FAKIR filters and accessories.

• Repairs may only be undertaken by qualified technicians (e.g. at a FAKIR service centre - for addresses, see guarantee card). Only genuine FAKIR replacement parts may be used.

• Inexpertly repaired appliances put the user at risk.

• The vacuum cleaner should not be used by small children.

• If the appliance is misused, incorrectly serviced or inexpertly repaired, no liability will be accep- ted for any damage which may occur. Safety precautions

• Do not pull the battery charger connecting lead over sharp edges or allow it to become jammed.

• Before any maintenance operation or filter replacement, and after use, switch off the appliance.

• Never place the suction nozzle near anyone's eyes or ears.

• IC 1012: The appliance must only be used for dry vacuum cleaning. It is not a dual-purpose ( Wet & dry ) vacuum cleaner.

• Do not use the appliance to pick up hot or glowing substances, large slivers of glass or solvents.

• Do not store the appliance in the open air or in the car or permit it to be exposed to any other source of heat.

• Clean the appliance only with a dry or slightly moist cloth. Disposal instructions

• When the appliance has reached the end of its service life, especially in the event of malfunctions, render the appliance unusable.

• Discharge the battery completely by operating the appliance until the motor stops.

• Take the battery out of the appliance by removing the battery cover at the rear side of the appli- ance.

• Before disposing the appliance shake the dust and dirt of the suction nozzle and of the filter into a dustbin.

• Disused electrical and electronic appliances and batteries often contain useful materials but they also contain harmful substances which are necessary for function and safety of the appliances. Disposing them into the domestic waste or wrong handling may be dangerous to human health and may pollute the environment.

• Do not dispose the appliance or the battery at the end of its life with the household refuse.

• Use the collection point in your locality for the return and recycling of electrical old appliances and batteries.• Batteries must be disposed separately!

• For information about recycling, please contact your local authorities or your retail dealer.

• When the appliance has reached the end of its service life store it away from the reach of chil- dren until disposal. Product description A Dust compartment F Motor with Battery module B Dust filter G Wet nozzle C Unlocking button H Filter holder D Charging indicator I Crevice nozzle E ON / OFF switch Installing the wall holder Your vacuum cleaner is supplied with a special wall holder. When installing the wall holder, choose a position near (at the side of) a mains power socket, which must not be in the open air or in a damp room. To install the wall holder, hold it (with the charging plug at the above) against the wall in the intended position and transfer or mark the mounting holes with a sharp pencil. Take care to ensu- re that the holder is vertical and that the holes are not positioned over any electrical cables or water pipes which could be punctured. After drilling the holes and inserting the wall plugs, install the screws in the plugs until the screw heads are approx. 3 mm from the wall. Now hook the holder onto the screws and push downwards as far as it will go. Once the two screws are located in the slots, tighten the screws to secure the holder. Charging the battery The NiMH-battery (nominal voltage 7,2 V – charging capacity max. 1300 mAh) of the battery vacuum cleaner is charged only partially and must be recharged approx. 20-24 hours before use. Plug the charging plug and the vacuum cleaner into the wall holder and the power supply/charger into a socket. Correct char- ging is indicated by the charging indicator lighting up. The indicador lights up permanently, i.e. it does not cut-off automatically. It is normal for the unit to beco- me warm during charging. It is advisable to recharge the battery vacuum cleaner after each time it is used at a longer time so that it is fully charged and ready for the next use. Avoid a total discharge of the batterry. This could damage it and reduce the maxi- mum charging capacity, i.e. shorten the running time Note: The ON / OFF sliding switch must be switched off while charging. The appliance must not be charged at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C. If the appliance will not be used for a prolonged period (approx. 6 weeks), it is advisable to disconnect the charger from the power socket. Store the appliance in a cool place and charge it every six months at least.

Directions for use Remove the vacuum cleaner from the wall holder. To switch on, push the on/off switch forward and hold it in that position. It can now be used to vacuum dirt and dust. The motor will stop automatically when you release the on/off switch. Crevice nozzle : The crevice nozzle is an effective attachement for vacuuming deep slots in upholstery, skirting boards, ledges, corners etc. Wet nozzle : Before vacuuming liquid or wet dust, remove the filter and insert the wet nozzle (which permits the vacuuming of liquids) in the aperture in the suction nozzle. If the suction power of the appliance diminishes or fades away completely after a time, recharge it. Always recharge the battery immediately after use. That way you will obtain the best possible performance from the appliance and prevent shortening the service life of the battery module. After use You are recommended to empty the filter after every vacuuming operation. Removing the filter: Press the release button and pull the suction nozzle off downwards while swive- ling it. Remove the filter from the suction nozzle. Shake the dust and dirt of the suction nozzle and of the filter into a refuse bin. In the case of stronger contamination of the filter and of the suction nozzle you can wash this with a mild cleaning agent. Make sure that the filter and suction nozzle are comple- tely dry before renewed use. Inserting the filter: Insert the filter in the suction nozzle and fit the suction nozzle back on the motor part until it snaps noticeably into place. Your battery vacuum cleaner and now ready again. Changing the battery module The battery vacuum cleaner is equipped with a replaceable battery module which can be recycled. Before removing the battery module, leave the unit in the switched on conditi- on until the battery is "empty".

• Remove the battery compartment lid upwards.

• Remove the battery module and loosen the two connectors.

• Connect the new battery module and pay attention to correct polarity: Plus pole = red lead to connection marked red Minus pole = black cable to connection marked black When inserting the battery module in the motor housing, first insert the side with the connection leads.

WARRANTY Valid in the Federal Republic of Germany. We provide a warranty for the appliance subject to the following conditions:

1. The Customer's main place of residence is in Germany and the appliance was

bought from a dealer located in Germany.

2. We undertake to repair the appliance free of charge, including free shipping, if it

becomes defective due to a material or assembly error within 24 months (within 12 months if used commercially or used for self-employed professional purposes) and if notification of the defect is given within the warranty period. A pre-condition of our warranty is that the appliance always treated properly. The warranty terms start on the date of purchase.

3. Parts subject to natural wear (e.g. drive belts, chargeable batteries, brushes, filters)

do not fall under the terms of the warranty.

4. The warranty will lapse if the appliance is modified or repaired by persons we have

not authorised. Also, no third party spare parts or accessories may be used.

5. The main focus of the warranty is on performing repairs or exchanging defective

parts. Repairs on site can only be demanded for large stationary appliances. When making a warranty claim, the invoice or purchase receipt from the dealer stating the date of purchase must be presented.

6. If the repair fails and the damage or defect cannot be rectified even after a second

attempt, the appliance will be replaced with one of the same value. If neither repair nor replacement is possible, the customer is entitled to return the appliance and demand reimbursement of the purchase price. In the event that the appliance is exchanged or the purchase price reimbursed, a usage fee may be raised for the period that the appliance was in use.

7. Warranty work does not extend the warranty period or mark the start of a new war-

ranty period. The warranty term for installed spare parts ends at the same time as the warranty period for the whole appliance.

8. The contractual and/or statutory regulations relating to the correction of faults is not