HVC150.55R - Vacuum Cleaner AFK - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HVC150.55R AFK

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks. CAUTION: This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects. NOTE: This highlights tips and information. General Notes 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. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fi t for commercial use.

mains adaptor match the information on the connected appliance! ?@@Q $>@&X kinked, jammed, driven over or come into contact with heat sources.

for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.

packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

Do not allow small children to play with the foil. There is a danger of suffocation! Special Safety Instructions for this Device

and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Connect only to a power supply according to the specifications on the rating label.

must be replaced with a special connection cable available from the manufacturer or its customer service.?<`Q {|Q

Special Safety Information Concerning the Rechargeable Built-in Battery CAUTION:

may not be replaced by the user.

rechargeable battery. Replace only by the same or an equivalent type.

impacts or pressure. Do not drop the device!

Also keep the device away from heat sources like radiators, stoves,etc.!

removing the battery. CAUTION:

45 °C. Heat damages the rechargeable battery. Increasingly lower temperatures reduce the capacity and the life of the rechargeable battery.

the scope of deliveries.

will not use the device for a longer time.Overview of the Components / Delivery Scope

1. Button for unlocking / locking the

2. LED charge indication

5. Socket for connection of the

7. Dust collector with HEPA filter

8. Lock of the dust collector

9. Opener of the dust collector

12. Lock of the brush roller

13. Floor nozzle with turbo brush

1. Remove the device from its packaging.

2. Check the delivery scope for completeness.

3. Check the device for any transport damage, in order to

17NOTE: In case of any transport damage, contact your dealer immediately. Do not use a damaged device!

4. Remove the transport lock from the multifunction button.

small amounts of dry dirt or dust.

done via the supplied power supply unit.

Multifunction Button ( / + / –) Use the multifunction button to turn the device on and off. Also select a power level with this button. Press once = Turn on the device, low power level Press twice = Select high power level Press three times = Turn off the device Start-up Suction Tube

connection on the hand unit. It must audibly engage.

pull out the pipe at the same time. Floor Nozzle with Turbo Brush The floor nozzle is suitable for any floor covering. During operation, the LEDs on the floor nozzle light up for better visibility in dark areas. CAUTION: You cannot replace the LEDs. the fl oor nozzle. Pay attention to the contact pin. The suction pipe must audibly engage.

the suction pipe and pull out the pipe at the same time. Nozzle Attachments (16) You can attach nozzle attachments directly to the hand unit or to the already installed suction pipe. Connection at the Hand Unit

the connection at the hand unit. It must audibly engage.

(14) and pull out the attachment at the same time. Connection to the Suction Pipe You need the adapter (15) for connection to the suction pipe.

of the suction pipe.

just pull the parts off. Combined Crevice / Brush Nozzle With this nozzle, you can selectively vacuum corners and slots. Use the nozzle with locked brush to prevent scratching of the surface to be cleaned.

brush to the end of the nozzle. It must engage. Assembly the Wall Holder Inserting the Plug of the Power Supply Unit If you want to use the wall holder also as the charging station, attach the plug of the power supply unit first. Refer to the illustrations (A to C) on page 21. NOTE:

the plug additionally with a finger through this opening.

1. Set the plug of the power supply unit with the flattened side

into the wall holder. (Fig. A)

2. Turn the plug of the power supply unit by 90 °. It must sit

solidly in the holder and sliding no longer shall be possible. (Fig. B)

Make sure beforehand whether there are cables in the wall which could be damaged! CAUTION: Place the wall holder so that the appliance is not exposed to direct sunlight or other heat sources. NOTE: A power outlet must be near.1. Measure the height for the wall holder. Hold the vacuum cleaner against the wall with the suction pipe and the floor nozzle installed.

2. Hold the wall holder against the wall as shown on page 21.

3. Drill the holes and insert the wall plugs into the wall.

4. Insert the screws through the holes of the wall holder.

5. Tighten the screws with a screwdriver hand-tight.

Charging the Battery

1. Turn off the device.

2. Connect the power supply unit with the connection socket

(5). If you have prepared the wall holder as a charging station, suspend the appliance from the wall holder.

3. Connect the mains adapter to a certified wall socket.

Charge the device for approx. 5 hours before first-time use. NOTE: X?@ of the rechargeable battery. (25 %, 50 %, 100 %)

prevents overcharging. *@X?& X?@&

4. The rechargeable battery must be charged when the LED

charge indication shows only 25 % of capacity.

5. Disconnect the power supply unit from the outlet once the

rechargeable battery has been charged completely. NOTE: Even when switched off, the rechargeable battery discharges continuously. If the device is out of use for a longer period of time, charge the rechargeable battery at least once every 6 to 12 weeks.Using the Device You can use the appliance as a floor vacuum cleaner or as a handheld and upright vacuum cleaner (basic unit).

1. Disconnect the appliance from the mains when changing

2. Turn on the device.

3. Select a power level.

NOTE: We recommend the higher power level for using the appliance with the floor nozzle. End of Operation

1. Turn off the device.

2. If you have already installed the wall holder, hang up the

vacuum cleaner. You can attach the crevice and brush nozzle at the left and the right of the vacuum cleaner. Maintenance Emptying the Dust Collector

1. Disconnect the appliance from the power

the nozzle attachment from the appliance.

3. Hold the appliance with the bottom plate

of the dust collector over a dustbin.

4. Empty the contents of the dust collector. Slide the opener of

the dust collector downwards to open the bottom plate.

5. Then close the base plate again. The lock on the dust

collector must engage. The Filter System Your appliance features 3 filters. The common dust bag system has been replaced by a transparent dust collector.The higher flow speed of the collector allows for heavy dirt and smallest floating particles to be separated from the

It is thus not necessary to buy dust bags. The filters must be cleaned periodically. CAUTION:

are completely dry and correctly assembled. The Filter Unit The filter unit is composed of:

Proceed as follows to clean the filter unit:

1. Empty the dust container as described above. (Steps 1 - 5)

2. Disassembly of the filter unit

2.1 Press the dotted area of the button (1) to disconnect

the dust container from the motor housing.

2.2 Turn the cover of the dust container in the direction .

2.3 Pull the filter unit from the dust container.

2.4 Turn the HEPA filter to remove it from the

3. You can brush out the HEPA filter. In case of heavy

staining, clean the filters under running water.

4. Let the filters air-dry completely before refitting them!

5. Wipe the dust collector with a damp cloth and then wipe

6. Assembly of the filter unit

6.1 The HEPA filter has 3 guide lugs. Set the largest guide lug

into the largest recess of the coarse filter. Tighten the HEPA filter by turning it clockwise. It must audibly engage.6.2 Set the filter unit into the dust container. The rounded guide lug must sit exactly in the rounded recess.

6.3 Reattach the cover to the dust container. Set

the arrow ( ) on the cover just over the arrow at the side of the symbol .

6.4 Tighten the cover in the direction . It must

6.5 Reattach the dust container to the motor housing. Set

the dust container first at the bottom part to the motor housing, so that the electric contacts are matched. Then engage it to the top. For this, press the smooth area of the button (1). Outlet Filter The appliance is also equipped with an outlet filter. It is on the right side of the appliance. CAUTION: You cannot remove this filter. Cleaning

housing in water in order to clean it. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire. CAUTION:

1. Disconnect the floor nozzle from the suction pipe.

2. Turn the floor nozzle around, so that you see the lower side.

Turn the lock of the brush roller on the left side counterclockwise with tool to unlock the brush roller. the lock of the brush roller on the left side.

3. Pull out the brush roller.

4. Remove threads and hair wound to the brush. Use

Refer to the adjacent figure.

5.1 Set the brush roller at position (1).

Make sure that the triangular recess on the brush roller is positioned correctly.

5.2 Return the bearing of the brush roller

into the housing of the floor nozzle (position 2).

6. Close the lock of the brush roller. It must audibly engage.

Dust Container with Filter Unit

packaging if it will not be used for long periods. NOTE concerning the life of the rechargeable battery: Even when switched off, the rechargeable battery discharges continuously. When the device is out of use for a longer period of time, charge the rechargeable battery at least once every 6 to 12 weeks.{@$ dry, well ventilated place. Troubleshooting Possible cause RemedyProblem The device does not function. The rechargeable battery is empty. Charge the battery The power supply unit is connected. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply unit. The rechargeable battery is defect. Contact our service or your dealer. Weak suction power. The battery is nearly discharged. Charge the battery. The dust container is full. Empty the dust container The filters are dirty. Clean the filters as described under

Noise during operation. A foreign body has been sucked into the floor nozzle. Remove the foreign body. If required, disconnect the floor nozzle from the suction pipe The brush roller is blocked by dirt. Clean the floor nozzle as