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USER MANUAL Eco ROTEL

• Safety instructions 42
  Before first use 44

Unpacking. 44
Assembly 44

Using the vacuum cleaner 45

Vacuum cleaning 45
Setting the suction power 46
Accessories 46

After use 47
Transport and storage 47
Maintenance 48

Changing the dust bag 48
Filters 49
Changing the motor protection filter 49
Changing the exhaust filter (HEPA) 50
Cleaning the housing 50

Troubleshooting 50
Disposal 51

D/F/I/E 52
Garantie/Garantie/Garanzia/Warranty 52

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- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read all instructions before using the device.

• This appliance may be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge, if they are supervised by persons responsible for their security or if they have been instructed about the safe use of the appliance and therefore fully understand the hazards involved.

The appliance must not be used by children. The appliance and its power cord must be kept away from children.

• Before plugging into a socket, it shall be ensured that the mains voltage matches the voltage specified on the rating plate of the appliance.

The appliance shall always be disconnected from the mains when not in use or when left unattended, and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.

• The appliance shall not be operated with a damaged cord, hose or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, if it has been left outdoors, dropped into water, or has been damaged in any manner. It shall be

returned to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

• The power cord shall not be run over with the brush, pulled to unplug or pulled around sharp edges or corners. Contact to hot surfaces shall be avoided at all times.

• The appliance or its plug must not be handled with wet hands.

• The appliance shall be switched off after use, before removing the plug from the wall outlet.

• This appliance is only intended for domestic use, to remove dry dirt and dust from household carpets, floorings and fabrics.

The appliance shall never be used outdoors, on any wet surface or to vacuum up water, flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline or damp dirt, or to vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

The vacuum cleaner shall never be operated without its filters and dust bag.

The openings of the appliance must be kept free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce the air flow.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Unpacking

• Unpack the appliance and all its accessories and check for damage.
• Remove any labels, stickers and packaging from the vacuum cleaner.

ATTENTION:

This product has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Keep the original manual, packaging carton and materials in a safe place. It will be useful if the product needs to be transported in the future or handed to others.
In the event it is to be disposed of, please recycle all packaging materials where possible.

NOTE:

Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged, but immediately contact your after-sales service.

Assembly

• Ensure the vacuum cleaner is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply before assembling.
  Insert the end of the suction hose (Fig. 2/1) into the intake opening of the vacuum cleaner (Fig. 2/2), until it clicks into position.
  Insert the hose handle (Fig. 3/1) into the upper end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 3/2).
• Attach the floor nozzle (Fig. 3/3) to the bottom end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 3/4).
  o Adjust the telescopic tube by holding the lock (Fig. 4/1). Pull the handle of the telescopic tube (Fig. 3/1) to extend it to the desired length. Release the lock while pulling until it clicks into place.

- USING THE VACUUM CLEANER

Vacuum cleaning

• Open the dust compartment cover and check that the dust bag is in place.
  O Attach the desired nozzle to the telescopic tube and make sure it clicks into position.
  Pull out the power cord by grasping its plug, until the yellow marking is visible (Fig. 10/1) and plug into an earthed socket.
  Switch on the vacuum cleaner (Fig. 11/1).

WARNING:

If the red marking shows (Fig. 10/2), retract the cord by pressing the retract button (Fig. 11/2) up to the yellow mark again. The cord must not be pulled further than its maximum length, otherwise there is a danger of overheating and damage.

• Set the floor nozzle switch (Fig. 12/1) to "carpet" or "hard floor" to suit the surface to be cleaned.

• Hard floor (Fig. 12/a): laminate, tiles, PVC, etc.

• Carpet (Fig. 12/b): short- and deep-pile carpets, rugs, runners, etc.

ATTENTION:

Only use the vacuum cleaner with all filters, for dry substances.
- Never vacuum sharp-edged objects.
o Make sure that the openings of the vacuum cleaner are not obstructed.
o Keep hair, fingers, clothing and the like away from the nozzle while the vacuum cleaner is connected to the mains.

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Especially when vacuum-cleaning stairs, make sure that you always stand on a higher level than the appliance.

NOTE:

Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a safety switch to prevent overheating. It will stop automatically if overheated (e.g. due to clogged suction channels). If this occurs, switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it from the mains. Eliminate the cause of the overheating and switch the vacuum cleaner again after it has cooled off for about 45 minutes.

Setting the suction power

• You can adjust the suction power to suit the type of surface to be cleaned, as the following symbols on the display will show:

5 Increase suction power
6 Reduce suction power
K. For curtains, textiles (lowest setting)
L. For upholstery, cushions
M. For high-class carpets, rugs and runners
N. For slightly soiled carpets and hard floors
O. For heavily soiled carpets and hard floors with coarse dirt (highest setting)
To adjust the desired power setting, press the + button or the - button several times until the desired setting lights up on the suction power display.

NOTE:

The bypass vent (Fig. 13/1) on the handle allows to quickly reduce the suction power, to release objects accidentally sucked in.

Accessories

The floor nozzle serves solely to vacuum regular flooring, nonsensitive carpets, runners, doormats, and the like. For furniture or material with a delicate texture, you may use the other accessories: the combi-brush and the crevice nozzle. They can be stored in the accessory compartment when not in use (Fig. 5).

• Combi-brush (Fig. 6/1): use this nozzle to remove dust from objects with delicate surfaces (e.g. cupboards and tables) or to vacuum upholstery.

Fig.13

Fig5

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○ Crevice nozzle (Fig. 6/2): use when vacuuming narrow spaces such as corners and grooves.

WARNING:

Only attach nozzles (on the hose handle or the telescopic tube) when the vacuum cleaner is not connected to the mains. The appliance could be switched on by accident.

• Switch off the vacuum cleaner and pull the plug from the mains socket.
  Pull the attached nozzle from the telescopic tube.
  ○ Attach the required nozzle to the bottom end of the telescopic tube or if necessary directly to the handle
  If possible, store the small nozzles no longer in use on their accessory bracket.

ATTENTION:

Using the vacuum cleaner without a nozzle increases the danger of accidentally sucking in objects.

- AFTER USE

• Switch off the vacuum cleaner (Fig. 15/1) and pull the plug from the mains.
  Hold the plug in your hand.
  To retract the power cord, push the cord retracting button (Fig. 15/2).

WARNING:

During uncontrolled retraction, the power cord can whip around, become an obstacle or overthrow objects. Therefore, keep the plug in your hand and guide it during the retraction of the power cord.

- TRANSPORT AND STORAGE

• Switch off the vacuum cleaner, remove the plug from the wall outlet and retract the power cord before moving or storing the appliance.
  To transport the vacuum cleaner, carry it by the handle.
  To store it or when interrupting your work, hook the park/storage hook on the floor nozzle (Fig. 16/1) into the parking bracket (Fig. 16/2).

To store the vacuum cleaner in an upright position, hook the park/storage hook on the floor nozzle (Fig. 17/1) into the storage bracket (Fig. 17/2) on the bottom of the appliance.
To store the appliance for a long period, remove the dust bag, dispose of it properly and clean the filters.
Always store the appliance in a cool, dry place.

ATTENTION:

Never store the appliance next to heat sources (e.g. stoves or radiators). Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. The heat might damage the appliance.

MAINTENANCE

Changing the dust bag

Change the dust bag at the latest when the dust bag change indicator light turns red or if the suction power has decreased significantly.

• Open the dust compartment cover (Fig. 18).
  o Pull up the cardboard to release the dust bag out of the dust bag holder (Fig. 19). Pull carefully so that dust cannot escape from the bag. Dispose it.
  Clean any dust that may have collected in the dust compartment
  Slide a new dust bag in the dust bag holder.
• Close the dust compartment cover until it clicks into position.

ATTENTION:

Switch off the appliance before changing the dust bag. In this way, you will prevent dust from soiling and damaging the appliance.

NOTE:

You can dispose of the dust bag with your regular domestic trash if it contains no prohibited waste materials.

The dust compartment cover will only close with a dust bag in place.

Filters

Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with the following filters:

• Motor protection filter (Fig. 20/1) prevents larger particles from damaging the motor in case the dust bag is defective.
  Hygienic exhaust filter (HEPA) (Fig. 20/2) removes microscopic particles from the exhaust air stream.

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ATTENTION:

These filters are not washable. The exhaust filter is not reusable. Heavily soiled filters reduce the performance of the vacuum cleaner. Therefore, it is important to adhere to the changing intervals. Damaged filters must be removed immediately.

Changing the motor protection filter

• Switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the dust bag.
  ○ Remove the filter holder with motor protection filter (Fig. 22/1): flip the filter holder forwards and then pull the filter up and out.
  ○ Remove the filter fleece (Fig. 23/1) from the filter holder (Fig. 23/2) over a waste bin.
  Clean the filter holder.
  If necessary, cut the new motor protection filter to size it to the holder.
  Replace the filter holder and push it down until it audibly locks into place.
  Replace the dust bag and properly close the dust compartment cover.

NOTE:

If the motor protection filter is only slightly dirty, shake or beat out the dust over a waste bin. Replace every time you open a new box of dust bags, as it always contains a new motor protection filter, or at least every six months.

Changing the exhaust filter (HEPA)

Switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the dust bag.
Unlatch the lock and slightly lift the filter. Now you can pull out the filter towards the front (Fig. 21/1).
Insert a new exhaust filter and push it down slightly until it locks into the holder.
Replace the dust filter bag and properly close the dust compartment cover.

NOTE:

Make sure that the exhaust filter is always properly locked into position, otherwise the exhaust air will not be filtered.

Change it every six months to one year or a reduction of power may occur. Filter may be cleaned by hand but not with water.

Cleaning the housing

• Wipe the body of the appliance clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent, then wipe dry.

WARNING:

Always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains before cleaning.

ATTENTION:

Do not use solvents or detergents which may damage the surface of the vacuum cleaner.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
The appliance will not start	The plug is not connected to the mains or the appliance is not switched on	Insert the plug into a mains socket and switch on the appliance
	The wall socket does not carry current	Test the vacuum cleaner on an-other socket that is surely functional or test the socket with an-other device
	The power cord is damaged	Have the cord replaced by a qualified technician
The cleaning re-sult is unsatisfac-tory	The filter bag is full or clogged	Replace the dust bag
	Nozzle, telescopic tube or suction hose are clogged	Remove any obstructions
	The power setting does not fit the flooring	Set the power to the setting sug-gested for the flooring
	The «carpet/hard floor» switch is not suitable to the surface to be cleaned	Set the «carpet/hard floor» switch to the adequate position
	The used nozzle does not suit the flooring	Change nozzle
	The filter is dirty	Change/clean the respective filter
The motor cre-ates unusual noise	Check if the tube, hose or other ac-cessories are blocked	If so, remove the cause accordingly

WARNING:

Never use a defective appliance. Always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains before starting troubleshooting.

DISPOSAL

For proper disposal, please return device to a retailer, a service agent or Rotel AG.
European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states that household appliances should not be disposed of using the normal solid urban waste cycle. Exhausted appliances should be collected separately to optimise the cost of re-using and recycling materials comprising the machine, while preventing potential damage to public health and the environment. The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol appears on all products to remind owners of the obligations regarding separate waste collection. Owners should contact their local authorities or appliance dealers for further information concerning the correct disposal of household appliances.

This appliance conforms to the following EU directives:

2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive)

2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive)

D/F/I/E

- GARANTIE / GARANTIE / GARANZIA / WARRANTY

2 JAHRE GARANTIE
2 ANS DE GARANTIE
2 ANNI DI GARANZIA
2 YEARS WARRANTY

We commit ourselves to repair this device free of charge, should a failure occur within the period of warranty despite proper handling. We repair all defects caused by material or manufacturing faults. The guarantee will be fulfilled either by repairing the device or replacing the defective parts, according to our judgement. A warranty does not cover damages due to wearing parts, damages and defects caused by improper handling or maintenance (such as limescale and commercial use). It will only be granted if either the warranty card stating date of purchase, dealer's stamp and signature, or the purchase receipt is sent with the device to the relevant after-sales service (see address below). Devices shall be returned in their original packaging. Transport costs are to be borne by the purchaser. Remember to specify your address to your sending, as well as a short declaration about the failure, shall the defect not be obvious.

Servicestation:

Service après-vente: Rotel AG