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USER MANUAL Gator M1380 DIRT DEVIL

Battery powered hand-held vacuum cleaner

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Parts/scope of delivery

1 On/Off switch (" ")
2 Charging indication light
3 Release button for the dust container ("Fitter
4 Upper latch for the dust container
5 Permanent textile filter
6 Dust container
7 Crevice nozzle
8 Buttons for emptying the dust container

9 Lower latch for the dust container
10 Socket for connecting the mains adapter
11 Mains adapter
12 Mains adapter plug
13 Motor unit
14 Handle
15 Operating Manual

2.1 Concerning the operating manual

Read this operating manual completely before using the appliance. Keep the operating manual in a safe place. If you pass the appliance on to someone else, give them the operating manual as well.

Failure to comply with the operating manual can lead to serious injuries or damage to the appliance. We assume no liability for damage that occurs as a result of failure to comply with the instructions in this operating manual.

WARNING:

Warns of health hazards and identifies possible risks of injury.

ATTENTION:

Indicates possible dangers to the appliance or other objects.

NOTE:

Highlights tips and information.

2.2 Concerning certain groups of persons

These appliances can be used by children of 8 years and upwards and persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities, or insufficient experience or knowledge, providing they are supervised or have been instructed in the proper use of the appliance and understand the risks involved.
Children must not perform cleaning or user maintenance tasks without supervision.
Children must not play with the appliance. Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on the appliance.
Children under the age of eight should be kept away from the appliance and the connection cable whilst it is switched on or cooling down.
Packing material must not be used to play with. There is danger of suffocation.

2.3 Concerning rechargeable batteries

The appliance contains rechargeable batteries. Wrong handling of the batteries can cause injury and explosion.

■ Never short-circuit the batteries, i.e. never touch both poles simultaneously, especially with metal objects.
Only use the mains adapter supplied with the appliance for charging the rechargeable batteries. Never charge the batteries with another mains adapter. Only use the mains adapter supplied with the appliance for charging the batteries of this appliance.
Never dismantle the batteries.
Never expose the batteries to high temperatures.
Wrong use can cause fluid to leak from the batteries. This can cause skin irritations. Avoid any contact with the fluid. If fluid gets onto your skin, wash it away with lots of water. If the fluid comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them with water for 10 minutes and consult a doctor.
If it becomes necessary to replace the batteries, contact a specialist dealer or Dirt Devil Customer Services. Never exchange the batteries yourself, and by no means replace the batteries with batteries of a different type. We assume no liability for any damage resulting from improperly replaced batteries.

2.4 Concerning the power supply

The appliance is charged and operated with electricity, so there is a principle risk of electric shock. So please especially observe the following:

Never touch the mains adapter with wet hands.
■ Never immerse the appliance or the AC adapter in water or other fluids and keep them away from rain and moisture.
If you want to pull the power unit out of the socket, always pull directly on the plug. Never pull the mains adapter's power cord.
Do not carry the mains adapter by its power cord.
Take care that the mains adapter's power cord is not bent, pinched, rolled over or gets in contact with heat sources.
Only charge the appliance if the voltage indicated on the mains adapter matches the voltage of your socket.
Always check the mains adapter's power cord for possible damages before using it.

2.5 Concerning appropriate Use

This appliance may only be used in households. It is not suitable for industrial or commercial use.
The battery powered hand-held vacuum cleaner must be used exclusively for vacuuming up small quantities of dust. Any other use is considered inappropriate and is prohibited.

It is especially forbidden:

To use the appliance near explosive or easily flammable substances. There is danger of fire or explosion.
To store or charge the appliance outdoors. There is danger of rain and dirt destroying the appliance.
To stick objects into the appliance's openings. It could overheat.
To modify or repair the appliance or the mains adapter on your own.

It is also forbidden to vacuum up:

parts of persons, animals, plants, especially hair, fingers and other parts of the body as well as pieces of clothing worn on the body. They could be pulled in and cause severe injuries.

hot ash, burning cigarettes or matches. This could cause a fire.
water and other liquids. Moisture inside the appliance can cause a short-circuit.
■toner (for laser printers, copying machines, etc.). There is danger of fire or explosion.
pointed objects, such as glass shards, nails, etc. as well as plaster, cement, rubble, makeup, facial powder, etc. They can damage the appliance.

2.6 If the appliance is defective

Never use a defective appliance. If the power cord of the mains adapter for this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturers, their authorised service representative or a similarly qualified person to avoid danger.
■Bring or send defective appliances to a specialist dealer or to Dirt Devil Customer Services for repair (▶page 88, „International Service”).

3.1 Unpacking

1. Unpack the appliance and all its accessories.
2. Check the contents for completeness and possible damages (Fig. 1).

NOTE:

Immediately contact your dealer if you have found damage resulting from transport.

ATTENTION:

Always transport or ship the appliance in its original packaging to avoid damage. Keep the packaging for such an event. Dispose of no longer needed packaging material according to the laws of your country of residence.

3.2 Charging the batteries

WARNING:

Danger of injury due to incorrect charging! Only use the mains adapter supplied with the appliance for charging the rechargeable batteries.

ATTENTION:

Take care to fully charge and then fully discharge the batteries. Avoid charging for more than 16 hours. This would reduce the batteries' service life.

NOTE:

The appliance cannot be charged when switched on.

1. Make sure that the on/off switch is not in the "ON" position (Fig. 2/A).
2. Connect the mains adapter to the provided socket on the handle of the vacuum cleaner (Fig. 2/B).
3. Now connect the power plug of the mains adapter to a socket that carries the voltage indicated on the type plate (Fig. 3/A). The charging indication light goes on (Fig. 3/B).

NOTE:

The charging indication light remains lit until the batteries are fully charged.

1. Now charge the batteries for approx. 16 hours, until the charging indication light goes out (Fig. 4).
2. Disconnect the mains adapter from the socket and from the appliance.

Your hand-held vacuum cleaner is now ready for use.

4 Operation

4.1 Using the crevice nozzle

The crevice nozzle (Fig. 5) is for vacuuming hard to reach nooks.

ATTENTION:

Use only intact nozzles. Otherwise, surfaces might be damaged.

NOTE:

To suit the task, you can extend the nozzle as shown (Fig. 5/A) or unlatch it and push it back in (Fig. 5/B).

4.2 Switching on and off

1. To switch the hand-held vacuum cleaner on or off, push the on/off switch ("") for- wards or backwards (Fig. 6).

4.3 Emptying the dust container

As the compact dust container can only hold a limited amount of dirt, it is best to empty it after each vacuuming session.

1. Hold the dust container upside down into a dustbin.
2. Now push the emptying buttons " on the bottom side of the appliance to open the dust container (Fig. 7).
3. Carefully tap out any remaining dust or remove it by hand.
4. Also check the permanent textile filter on this occasion.
5. Fold the dust container shut again.
6. If the permanent textile filter is dirty, clean it, Chapter 5.1, "Cleaning the filter".

5.1 Cleaning the filter

The filter can get dirty during prolonged use. Therefore, it is important to check it regularly and clean it if necessary.
If you see that the filter is damaged, replace it immediately (Chapter 6.2, "Accessories and spare parts").

To check and clean the filter, proceed as follows:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Empty the dust container, Chapter 4.3, "Emptying the dust container".
3. Separate the dust container from the motor unit by pressing the release button "Filter" ( F i g
4. Remove the permanent textile filter from the dust container (Fig. 9).
5. Tap the dust out of the filter and remove coarse dirt by hand.
6. If this is insufficient, thoroughly rinse the permanent textile filter under running water (Fig. 10).
7. Let the filter dry for approx 24 hours at room temperature after cleaning it with water. Only put it back in place (Chapter 5.2, "Fitting the filter") when it is completely dry.
8. Also check the empty dust container. If necessary, wipe it clean with a slightly damp cloth.

ATTENTION:

Do not use hard brushes, cleaning or scouring agents or alcohol, as these might damage the appliance's housing.

5 Maintenance

5.2 Fitting the filter

ATTENTION:

Never operate the appliance without the filter correctly fitted inside the dust container. Otherwise, the motor might be damaged.

1. Put the permanent textile filter back into the dust container (Fig. 11).

NOTE:

The permanent textile filter is designed so that it only fits in the correct position.

5.3 Assembling the appliance

1. Fit the dust container in such a way that the groove in the bottom of the container (Fig. 12/arrow) engages the tab on the bottom side of the motor unit.

1. Then fold the dust container back into place, pushing firmly on the top side (Fig. 13/arrow) You must feel and hear it clicking into place.

2. Check that the dust container is fitted securely.

6.1 Before you send in the appliance

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Never use or charge a defective appliance! Always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains before starting troubleshooting.

See if you can solve the problem yourself by following the steps of the table below.

Problem

Possible cause / solution

The appliance will not start or suddenly stops running.	The batteries are empty. Charge the batteries (▷Chapter 3.2, "Charging the batteries").
	The overheating protection has tripped (possibly due to blocked suction channels, filters, or similar). 1. Switch off the appliance. 2. Remove the cause of the overheating. 3. Wait for about 45 minutes. After the appliance has cooled off, you may switch it on again.
	The batteries are fully charged. Disconnect the mains adapter from the socket and from the appliance. Your hand-held vacuum cleaner is now ready for use.

Problem

Possible cause / solution

The charging indication light is not lit during charging	The mains adapter is not plugged in. Check if the plug and the mains adapter are fitted correctly in their sockets (▷Chapter 3.2, "Charging the batteries").
	On/off switch ("▷is in the "on" position. Switch off the appliance (▷Chapter 4.2, "Switching on and off").
The appliance does not pick up dust	The dust container is full. Empty / clean the dust container (▷Chapter 4.3, "Emptying the dust container").
	The filter is dirty. Clean the filter (▷Chapter 5.1, "Cleaning the filter").

NOTE:

If you cannot solve the problem following this table, please contact us, Chapter 8.2, "Warranty".

6.2 Accessories and spare parts

You can order spare parts: These are available at the Dirt Devil online

Item no. Description

0135001	permanent textile filter
0138003	mains adapter

shop at: www.dirtdevil.de

or from

page 88, International Service

7.1 Environmental protection

ATTENTION:

Danger of pollution! The appliance contains rechargeable batteries that must not disposed of in your domestic waste. Give the appliance and the removed batteries separately to the respective disposal points, to your dealer or directly to Dirt Devil.

When the appliance, especially the batteries, have reached the end of their service life or when dysfunctions recur, disable the appliance by removing the batteries.

The filter elements are made from environmentally compatible materials and can be disposed of with the domestic waste.

7.2 Removing the batteries

WARNING:

Improper replacement of the batteries can cause injury!

If it becomes necessary to replace the batteries, contact a specialist dealer or Dirt Devil Customer Services.
Never replace the batteries yourself.
By no means replace the original batteries by batteries of a different type.

WARNING:

Danger of injury by improper handling of batteries!

Never short-circuit the batteries, i.e. never touch both poles simultaneously, especially with metal objects.
Never dismantle the batteries. Never expose the batteries to high temperatures.
Improper handling can lead to liquid leaking from the batteries. This can cause skin irritations. Avoid any contact with the fluid.

1. Run the appliance until the batteries are completely empty and the motor stops.
2. Loosen the 7 screws on the side of the motor unit with a Philips screwdriver (Fig.14).
3. Remove the cover.
4. Take out the built-in batteries.
5. Refit the cover and fasten it with the 7 screws.
6. Give the appliance and the removed batteries to the respective separate disposal points, to your dealer or directly to Dirt Devil.

8.1 Technical data

Type of appliance : Battery powered hand-held vacuum cleaner Gator [M138 (0-9)]

Mains adapter input: 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz

Mains adapter out- : 19 V DC, 150 mA put

ATTENTION:

Only use the mains adapter supplied with the appliance to charge the batteries. Never charge the batteries with another mains adapter. Only use the mains adapter supplied with the appliance for charging the batteries of this appliance.

Type of battery: Ni-MH 10.8 V DC, 1300 mAh

Charging time: : 16 h

Maximum operating: approx. 8 min time

Dust container: 250 ml, washable

weight without :approx.1.3 kg Mains adapter

Technical and design specifications may be changed in the course of continuous product improvement.
© Royal Appliance International GmbH

8.2 Warranty

If you have purchased the appliance as a consumer within the European Union, the respective national legislation implemented as per EU Directive 1999/44/EC applies as the minimum warranty standard.

This does not apply to batteries or rechargeable batteries which have become unusable or have a reduced service life as a result of normal wear or improper handling.

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