BC 7048 - Vacuum Cleaner SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BC 7048 SEVERIN

zelos Sound power level: 74 dB(A) Power input: 650 W Voltage/Frequency: 220 – 240 V~; 50/60 Hz Protection class: II Length of connection cable: approx. 6 m Weight: approx. 4.8 kg Dust bag volume approx. 3 L Marking on the device: The device conforms with all EU directives that are binding for CE certication. The device must be disposed of separately from household waste at a proper disposal site. Scope of delivery Vacuum cleaner Handle with suction hose Telescopic tube 1 dust bag in the device, 1 dust bag in the box Switchable oor nozzle Hard oor nozzle Crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle, furniture brush Storage bag17 safeTy insTrucTions 2 Safety instructions Certain groups of persons This device may only be operated by children over the age of 8 and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experi- ence and/or knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed about the safe use of the device and are aware of the dangers associated with its use. Children are not allowed to play with the device or stand or sit on it. Cleaning and user maintenance may not be performed by children without supervision. Keep children under the age of 8 away from the device and the connection cable. The packaging material must not be used for play. There is a risk of suffoca- tion. Power supply Since the device is operated with electrical current, there is a danger of electric shock. Therefore: Connect and start up vacuum cleaner only in accordance with the informa- tion on the type plate (underside of the device). Check the device and connection cable for possible damage before use. Never operate a defective device or a device with a defective connection cable.18 safeTy insTrucTions Never try to repair the device or its connection cable yourself. To prevent hazards, repairs to the device and the connection cable may only be performed by our customer service. Arrange repair of a defective device with a specialist dealer or contact SEVERIN customer service (see contact information in appen- dix to this instruction manual or at www.severin.de). Do not immerse the device in water or other liquids or treat it with liquids. Do not operate the device outdoors or in rooms with high humidity. Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. Make sure that the connection cable is not kinked, pinched or run over and that it does not come in contact with sources of heat, humidity and sharp edges. Make sure that the connection cable does not become a trip hazard. Do not pull or transport the device using the connection cable. When discon- necting the power plug from the socket, always pull directly on the power plug. Do not use extension cables. If this is unavoidable, use only GS-tested, simple extension cables (no multiple sockets) designed for the device’s power consumption. Before cleaning or maintaining the device, as well as before changing ac- cessories, switch off the device and disconnect the power plug from the socket.19 safeTy insTrucTions Intended use The device must only be used domestically. In this regard, use it only to vacu- um dry, normally soiled oors or, depending on the accessories, furniture and upholstery. Any other use is deemed improper and is forbidden. In order to prevent injuries, res and damage, the device must not be used to vacuum: People, animals and plants. Always keep nozzles and suction openings away from all body parts, hair and clothing. Do not vacuum near the head. Glowing, burning or smouldering particles (such as ash, coal, charcoal, cigarettes, matches). Explosive or highly ammable substances or toners. Water and other liquids, e.g. wet carpet cleaning agents. Sharp objects, such as glass splinters, nails or construction waste. If the device is defective Have a defective device repaired by a specialist dealer or customer service (see contact information in appendix to this instruction manual or at www.severin.de).20 Vacuum cleaning 3 Vacuum cleaning Installation or replacement of accessories Only install device parts when the power plug has been disconnected from the socket. Only use undamaged nozzles. Damaged nozzles can scratch surfaces. For additional installation tips, see Quick Start Guide Installation. When vacuuming Make sure that you are always over the device, especially when vacuuming stairs. Otherwise the device may fall down and cause injuries. Only use the device with a dust bag and the lters. Follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions of the oor covering, carpet or furniture manufacturer! Never pull out the connection cable beyond yellow marking. If the blue marking is visible, press the cable rewind button to retract the connection cable to the yellow marking. Otherwise, the connection cable may be overstrained and damaged. Light on the power regulator lights up green: The device is switched on and the lters are clean. When retracting the connection cable, hold the power plug in your hand and guide it in the winding direction. Otherwise the connection cable may lurch, injure persons nearby, become a trip hazard or pull over objects. Always ensure that the nozzle suitable for the surface is in place and the correct suction power is set. If an object has accidentally been suctioned up, quickly actuate the bypass vent on the handle (Fig. 1) to reduce the suction power. For additional tips on operation, see Quick Start Guide Operation.

Vacuum cleaning Setting the suction power The power controller can be set steplessly. The power regulator position should be adjusted according to the oor to be cleaned: maximum power: for hard oors, heavily soiled carpets high power: for carpets, rugs and such like moderate power: for upholstered furniture, upholstery and mattresses minimum power: for curtains, drapes and such like Changing the dust bag Before changing the dust bag, switch off the device and disconnect the power plug from the socket. Latest point at which to change the dust bag: as soon as the suction power noticeably decreases as soon as the light on the power regulator lights up red (Fig. 3), before prolonged storage or before shipment. The dust bag and its contents can be disposed of in normal household waste unless it contains dirt that is forbidden in household waste. Only use dust bags of the same type: Either from the Severin range of spare parts: Severin dust bag set (4 dust bags + 1 motor lter) Art. No.: SB7218 Or from the Swirl range of accessories: Swirl

are registered trademarks of a company of the Melitta

Group and are not connected to SEVERIN in any way. It is recommended that the lters be cleaned as well at this time (“4 Cleaning and maintaining the device” on page 22). With regard to changing the dust bag, see also Quick Start Guide Cleaning and maintenance.

cleaning anD mainTaining The DeVice 4 Cleaning and maintaining the device Before changing or cleaning the lters, switch the device off and disconnect the power plug from the socket. Clean the lters no later than when the light on the power regulator lights up red (Fig. 3). Cleaning the motor lter The motor lter is comprised of a washable eece. However, it cannot be washed in the dishwasher or washing machine.1. Open the cover of the device and remove the dust bag (“Changing the dust bag” on page 21).2. Push up the lter holder and remove the motor lter (Fig. 4).3. Rinse the motor lter out thoroughly under running water (max. 40 °C) ( Quick Start Guide, Detail ).4. Let the motor lter dry for approx. 24 hours at room temperature after cleaning. Wait until the motor lter is completely dry before reinserting it. Otherwise germs and mould may form.

5. Reinsert the motor lter in the lter holder and insert the holder into the housing in the direction of the

arrow. If the lter is damaged or deformed, replace the lter with a new one (“5 Spare parts/accessories” on page 23). With regard to cleaning the motor lter, see also Quick Start Guide Cleaning and maintenance. Cleaning the exhaust lter The exhaust lter cannot be washed! The exhaust lter must only be cleaned dry by tapping it out and carefully brushing it out.1. Unlock the exhaust lter (Filter. 5) and remove it.2. First knock out the exhaust lter and then brush it carefully with a soft brush (e.g. with the furniture brush provided) ( Quick Start Guide, Detail ).3. Reinsert the exhaust lter in the device and press on it until it audibly locks in place. If the lter is damaged or deformed, replace the lter with a new one (“5 Spare parts/accessories” on page 23). With regard to cleaning the exhaust lter, see also Quick Start Guide Cleaning and maintenance.

sPare ParTs/accessories Cleaning the device Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect the power plug from the socket. The housing and connection cable must not be handled with liquids or immersed in liquids for reasons of electrical safety. Wipe the housing with a slightly damp cloth and then rub it dry. Do not use any sharp, abrasive cleaning agents or hard brushes for cleaning. Storing the device Store the device and accessories in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. The additional nozzles can be stored in the storage bag. For additional tips on storage, see Quick Start Guide Operation. 5 Spare parts/accessories You can easily order spare parts or accessories online at www.severin.de in the Service Ersatzteil-Shop (Spare parts shop) menu. Order number Accessories/spare partSB7218Dust bag set(4 dust bags + 1 motor lter)ZB7223Filter set(1 motor lter + 1 exhaust lter)PB7217Parquet nozzle(XL hard oor nozzle with extra long bristles)TB7215 Mini turbo brush with rotating bristlesZB7214 Long, exible crevice nozzle24 TroubleshooTing by yourself 6 Troubleshooting by yourself It is important to change the dust bag in good time and use this opportunity to check the lters, cleaning them in the process if they are soiled, so that no problems arise. However, if you encounter problems with the device, use the following table to determine whether you can solve the problem yourself. Before troubleshooting, switch off the device and disconnect the power plug from the socket. Problem Cause/Solution Light on the power regulator lights up red The dust bag needs to be replaced or the lters are soiled (“Changing the dust bag” on page 21, “Cleaning the motor lter” on page 22, “Cleaning the exhaust lter” on page 22). An odour develops or dust escapes from the device during vacuuming It is likely that the dust bag or parts of the accessories were not cor- rectly installed or closed after cleaning or replacement. Check all parts for correct seating. The device suddenly stops vacuuming The integrated overheating protection has tripped (possibly due to an overlled dust bag or soiled lter). In this case, proceed as follows:

1. Switch off the device.

2. Disconnect the power plug from the socket.

3. Eliminate the cause of the overheating (either replace the dust bag

(“Changing the dust bag” on page 21) or clean the lter (“Clean- ing the motor lter” on page 22, “Cleaning the exhaust lter” on page 22); it is also possible that there is clogging that needs to be rectied).

4. Be sure to include the suction hose, nozzle and telescopic tube

when searching for the cause of the overheating.

5. Close the device again and reattach all accessories.

6. Wait about 45 minutes.