VCC 4350 A - Vacuum Cleaner GRUNDIG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VCC 4350 A GRUNDIG

Please read this manual complete- ly before using your appliance! Follow all the safety instructions to avoid damage caused by im- proper use! Please retain this user manual for further reference. This manual shall also be supplied with the appliance when the appliance is handed over to a third person.

This appliance is intended for household use only. Warranty shall be void when the appli- ance is used for industrial or commercial purposes.

Please observe these instruc- tions to prevent damage and risks due to improper use.

Do not clean wet surfaces and vacuum wet objects with this ap- pliances.

Do not use this appliance in wet areas.

Do not use this appliance with wet hands.

This appliance is intended for cleaning dirt and dust particles. Do not attempt to vacuum large objects that can damage the ap- pliance by blocking it.

Do not use the appliance to vacuum cigarette butts, fireplace ashes or matchsticks. These ob- jects may cause fire.

This appliance is not intended for cleaning persons or animals.

Do not insert anything through the suction clearance of the ap- pliance. Always keep the suction clearance open.

Do not hold the appliance up- right while vacuuming.

Do not roll the appliance over its power cord.

Do not close a door over the power cord.

Do not pull the power cord round sharp edges and do not squash it.

If you move the appliance to an- other room, always disconnect the power cord and carry the appliance by the handle.

Never carry the appliance by pulling its power cord.

Never operate the appliance without the dust container or fil- ter.

Always pull out the power cord before cleaning or carrying out any maintenance on the appli- ance.

Whenever possible, insert the power cord plug directly into the socket. Avoid using exten- sion cables or multipoint con- nectors.

Pull out the power plug after use. Do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the cable.

Never use the appliance if there is visible damage on the appli- ance or on the power cord. This also applies if the appliance has accidentally become wet. Please contact a service centre in this case.

Our GRUNDIG Household Ap- pliances meet all the applicable safety standards; thus if the ap- pliance or the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the dealer, a service centre or a similarly qualified and au- thorised service person to avoid any danger arising. Faulty or un- qualified repair work may cause danger and risk to the user.

Always keep the appliance away from children.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of ex- perience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and un- derstand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Do not open the appliance un- der any circumstances. No war- ranty claims are accepted for damage resulting from improper handling. SAFETY _____________________________________________ENGLISH

Dear Customers, Congratulations on your purchase of your new vacuum cleaner VCC 4350 A. Read the following user notes carefully to ensure full enjoyment of your quality GRUNDIG product for many years to come. Responsible approach! GRUNDIG focusses on contractu- ally agreed social working condi- tions with fair wages for both inter nal employees and suppliers. We also attach great importance to the efficient use of raw materi- als with continuous waste reduction of sev eral tonnes of plastic every year. Furthermore, all our accessories are available for at least 5 years. For a future worth living. For a good reason. Grundig. Controls and parts See the figure on page 3.

Flexible hose adapter

Brush parking position

Dust container cover

Dust bag full indicator

Flexible hose Accessories Crevice tool OVERVIEW ________________________________________ENGLISH 17 Preparation Your appliance is provided with a dust bag. The appliance is ready for use when all parts are installed together. 1 Insert the flexible hose

with the flexible contact into the inlet on the main body of the appliance until it latches in. Note ■ To remove the flexible hose

press the side release buttons buttons on the flexible hose adapter

and then pull out the hose. 2 Insert the end of the flexible hose to the metal telescopic tube

, push and hold the height setting switch

and slide the tube out or in as required. Release the height setting switch

and make sure that the tube clicks into place. 3 Insert the multi-floor brush or crevice tool into the lower end of the metal telescopic tube

Note ■ Install all snap-on elements by pushing and rotating to each other and remove them by pulling and rotating. Usage of multi-floor brush in two different positions Brush part shall be out while cleaning hard surfaces and parquet floors. Brush part shall be inside while cleaning carpets and rugs. Crevice tool This accessory is suitable for removing dust from bookcases, curtains, window frames and upholstered furniture. OPERATION _______________________________________ENGLISH

Switching on and off 1 Pull the power cord out to a suitable length. Caution ■ The maximum cable length is indicated by a red mark. Never try to pull out the power cord beyond the red mark. 2 Plug the power cord plug into the wall socket. 3 Switch on the appliance by pressing On/Off button

to turn off the appliance after using it and remove the power cord from the outlet. Caution ■ Never unplug the appliance when it is in use. Suction control The suction control

is located on the handle and can be operated with your thumb. When the control

is fully closed, the maximum suc- tion power is reached. However, in some cases it is advisable to have less suction power, such as when cleaning sensitive materials, upholstery or shag pile carpets. Open the suction control if and when required. Rewinding the power cord 1 Unplug the appliance. 2 Hold the power cord with one hand and press and hold the cord rewinding button

3 Rewind the power cord carefully. Caution ■ As rewinding in high speed may cause unexpected cord movements, be careful when you are rewinding the power cord by pressing on the cord rewinding button

will provide a warning when the suction power is reduced when the thin pores of the dust bag are blocked by thin dust. It shall also indicate if a big object blocks the hose or suction clearance. Replacing dust bag 1 Unplug the appliance. 2 Open the dust container cover

by pressing on the dust container button

and lifting the cover. 3 Pull out the filter holder. 4 Dispose of the dust bag. Caution ■ Do not attempt to empty and re-use the dust bag. 5 Insert a new dust bag in the holder. 6 Close the dust container cover

Note ■ You should use dust bags from Swirl®, Type Y 05® or Menalux®, Type 1840 for VCC 4350 A. Caution ■ Do not use the appliance without the dust bag. Dust container cover cannot be closed without installing the dust bag. Note ■ Even if the dust bag does not appear full, vacuuming very fine dust such as flour or plaster may block the pores instantly and reduce the suction power. You shall replace the dust bag even if it appears to be empty in this case. Always replace the dust bag every 6 months even if it is not filled in order to prevent foul odors. Caution ■ Your appliance is equipped with a system that prevents closing of the front cover when the dust bag is not inserted. Please check whether the dust bag is inserted if the front cover cannot be closed. INFORMATION ___________________________________ENGLISH

Replacement or cleaning of the filter Caution ■ Install the dust bag and filter before operating the appliance; otherwise motor may be damaged. Cleaning the filter of the dust container (motor protection filter) 1 Open the dust container cover

by pressing on the dust container button

2 Pull out the dust bag from the bracket. 3 Pull out the filter. 4 Shake out the filter and wash it with hot soapy water, rinse carefully and leave to air dry. Caution ■ Do not wash the filter in washing machine or dry with a hair dryer. ■ Make sure that the filter is completely dried before installing it in the appliance. 5 Place a new filter in the bracket if required. 6 Replace or change the dust bag. Clean the exhaust air fan filter 1 Remove the filter bracket by pressing on the release button (on the rear of the appliance). 2 Remove the filter from filter bracket. 3 Shake out the filter and wash with hot soapy water, rinse carefully and leave to air dry. Caution ■ Do not wash the filter in washing machine or dry with an hair dryer. ■ Make sure that the filter is completely dried before installing it in the appliance. 4 Replace all parts carefully to their positions. Note ■ Dust container filter shall be replaced every six months or when required. ■ Exhaust air filter shall be replaced every six or nine months or when required. ■ Washing the filter frequently may cause wear of the filter. INFORMATION ___________________________________ENGLISH 21 Parking Feature You can store your appliance by using less space when your appliance is in one of below parking positions. Note ■ You may install the hook part behind the brush elbow to the parking seat on the rear of your appliance when you need a break during usage. Troubleshooting If you have problems with your appliance, these problems (reduced suction power, abnormal noise or breakdown) may be caused by blocked vacuuming tools or faulty electrical parts.1 Check whether the vacuuming tools are blocked.2 Check dust bag and motor protection filter.3 Contact your dealer or GRUNDIG service center if the appliance still cannot be operated. Storage ■ If you do not intend to use the appliance for a long time, please store it carefully.■ Please make sure that the appliance is unplugged, cooled down and totally dry.■ Store the appliance in a cool and dry place.■ Keep the appliance out of the reach of children. Compliance with the WEEE INFORMATION ___________________________________ENGLISH

Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product: This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn about these collection centers. Compliance with RoHS Direc- tive The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive. Package information Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities. INFORMATION

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