SL M07 A4H B UK - Vacuum Cleaner HOTPOINT-ARISTON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SL M07 A4H B UK HOTPOINT-ARISTON

• Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions are also available on www.hotpoint.eu

• These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls. SAFETY WARNINGS

• Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the ap- pliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appli- ance unless continuously supervised.

• Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised. Alterna- tively these people can use if have been given instructions on safe ap- pliance use and if they understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by childern without supervision. PERMITTED USE

• CAUTION: the appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote controlled system.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments.

• This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors.

• CAUTION: The hose contains electrical connections, do not use it to suck up water and do not immerse in water fo cleaning. The hose shuld be checked regularly and must not be used if damaged - risk of electrical shock.

• Do not use the appliance to vacuum ash or hot coals or any other hot substance - risk of re. Do not use the appliance to vacuum liquid1313

or damp substances - risk of electrical shock.

• Do not use the appliance on persons or animals - risk of injury. INSTALLATION

• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless speci- cally stated in the user manual. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once assembled, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suffocation.

• Remove all packaging materials, including any adhesive label, be- fore operating the appliance. ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

• Before connecting the appliance, verify that electrical ratings cor- responds to your supply system ratings. The rating plate is on the bot- tom of the appliance.

• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power sup- ply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch in- stalled upstream of the socket and the appliance must be earthed, in conformity with national electrical safety standards.

• Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one - risk of electrical shock.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off and discon- nected from the power supply before performing any cleaning or main- tenance operation - risk of electrical shock. Never use steam cleaning equipment.

• Do not spay directly cleaners on the appliance – risk of electrical shock.1414

2. Bristle-adjustment pedal

INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing our Multicyclonic vacuum cleaner. In doing so you have opted for an effective, high performance appliance. We advise you to register this product on www.hotpoint.co.uk to make sure you are entitled to all the benets made available by Hotpoint Customer Service. Multicyclonic vacuum is designed combining efciency and ergonomy. They new high efciency motors ensure optimal performances with low consumption.

1. Fasten the plastic exible hose (16) to the suction

inlet (18) until it clicks into place. To remove it, press the release (17) and pull it out.

2. Fit the metal extension upper pipe (11) into the

hose handle (12) until it locks into place. Use the pipe length regulator (10) to adjust the length of the pipe.

3. Fit the attachment you need (see chapter

“Attachments”) into the end of the metal extension pipe until it locks into place.

24. Buttons + for electronic power adjustment*

25. Buttons - for electronic power adjustment*

27. Battery compartment*

37. Multicyclonic lter

• on some models only If your appliance is equipped with a Remote Power Control, you will need to insert the batteries supplied (27) (see paragraph “Remote Power Control” under chapter “Features”).

USING THE VACUUM CLEANER

Do not use the vacuum cleaner without lters or dust container, as the appliance could get damaged.

1. Unwind the power cord (35) and plug the

appliance into an electrical outlet (220/240V). We suggest to unwind the entire power cord before start the appliance.

2. Press the start/stop button (32) to start the

3. To select the desired suction intensity (based on

the model) use the +/- button and electronically adjust the power (24, 25) of the Remote Power Control; or manually push the electronic power regulator (31). We suggest to use a low suction power on delicate surfaces such as curtains, fabrics, cushions etc to avoid any damage; or at least open the air regulator (13) to reduce the suction effect.

4. To pause the vacuum cleaner, if this feature is

available, you can use the standby button (26) on the Remote Power Control or the Start&Pause function (based on the model). Just insert the brush into its horizontal housing (33).1515

6. Disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet and

press the cord-rewind button (34) until rewinding is complete. Make sure the cord does not get entangled during rewinding.

7. Secure the oor head into its housing (33) and

store the appliance. Do not start the vacuum cleaner if the plastic exible hose is entangled, as this could damage the appliance. FEATURES Led indicators (28, 29, 30) and Electronic power regulator (31) (if available) Dustbin full indicator (28): the led switch on when the dustbin is full or in case of clogging. After cleaning the dustbin or unclogging, the led will automatically switch off. Filter Cleaning Indicator (29): after used about 50 hours the led switch on. After cleaning (see chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”), to reset the indicator press the symbol “+” (24) of Remote Power Control some seconds. Standby indicator (30): when you use the standby button (26) on the Remote Power Control, the suction power stops and the electronic power regulator (31) blinks one time. To restart the suction power press the standby button (26). The standby indicator is always on. Electronic power regulator (31): when press this button the suction power works cyclically (min -> med -> max -> min). It allows to set the suction power re- quired. Remote Power Control The Remote power control (14) (if available) enables you to adjust the suction power directly and effortlessly from the hand grip, with no need to bend. When using the vacuum cleaner, you can keep it on standby by pressing the Standby button (26). To insert or change the batteries of your Remote Power Control:

1. Open the battery compartment (27).

2. Insert two AAA batteries, making sure of the

positive and negative poles.

3. Close the battery compartment until it clicks into

place. Start&Pause The Start&Pause function (33) (if available) allows you to keep the vacuum cleaner on stand-by and lock the cleaning head in the park position: just insert the brush into its housing. Hepa 14 lter The Hepa 14 lter (38), with active carbons treatment, ensures the maximal dust retention (>99,995%) and the ltration of odours.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning or maintaining the vacuum cleaner, make sure it has been unplugged from the electrical outlet. Do not use aggressive substances or abrasive materials to clean the appliance, its internal parts and attachments. Use a dry or slightly damp soft cloth for cleaning. Make sure the appliance and all its parts are thoroughly dry before restart the appliance. We suggest to clean the lter at least every 6 months to restore its ltering power. In any case we recommend replacing the lter at least every year to ensure maximum performance. Always operate the vacuum cleaner with the lter installed. Cleaning the dustbin For the routine cleaning of the dustbin (E):

1. Press the dustbin release button (36) on the

handle (23) and take out the dustbin.

2. Keep the dustbin in vertical position with the lid

3. Press the lock of dustbin lid (19) to open the

5. Close the dustbin lid until it clicks into place and

replace it into the main body. For the washing of dustbin to remove any residual dirt (C)

1. Before washing the dustbin container, make sure

it has been emptied.

2. Align the indicator mark on the upper multicyclo-

ne (22) with the unblock mark on the dustbin (21) to open the dustbin, turning the upper dustbin same as the picture (C)

3. Take out the upper multicyclone from dustbin.

4. Remove any residual dirt by washing the dustbin

under running water.

5. Let it dry at room temperature until its parts are

with the blocked mark on the dustbin to close the dustbin, turning the upper dustbin same as the picture (C)1616

ne (22) and the blocked mark on the dustbin are lined up completely, the dustbin is correctly t- ted.

8. Replace the dustbin into the main body

Cleaning the lters (F) This model comprises a Pure Clean Hepa 14 lter. The Pure Clean Hepa 14 lter ensures maximum protection against allergens and high air quality, because the air given back by the appliance is entirely free from dust/powder residues (ltering power >

To clean the Pure Clean Hepa 14 lter (38) in the back:

2. Remove the Pure Clean Hepa 14 lter by

releasing the opening tab.

3. Wash the lter under running water, taking care

that the jet of water is not too strong.

4. Hold it so that the water ows parallel to its folds.

5. Let it dry at room temperature until all of it’s parts

6. Re-place the Pure Clean Hepa 14 lter, paying

attention to the positions of the notches.

7. Fit the air grill into its housing until it clicks into

place. To clean the Multicyclonic lter (37):

1. Press the dustin release button (36) on the

handle (23) and take out the dustbin.

2. Open using the lever of the handle on the dustbin

same as the picture (F).

3. Pull out the lter by the opening tab.

4. Clean the lter by washing it under running wa-

ter, taking care that the jet of water is not too strong.

5. Let it dry at room temperature until its parts are

6. Fit the lter into the special housing inside the

ATTACHMENTS Multi brush The Multi brush (1) is suitable for vacuuming hard oor and carpets on a daily basis. The Multi brush (1) is designed optimizing the air ow and is especially suitable for vacuuming hard and smooth oors as well as carpets. Use the bristle-adjustment pedal (2) to clean: Hard oors Carpets Parquet brush The Parquet brush (4) is suitable for vacuuming delicate areas such as wooden oors. The special natural bristles enable you to use on very delicate surfaces without harm. Deluxe Parquet brush The Deluxe Parquet brush (3) is suitable for vacuuming delicate and parquet oors. The brush is equipped with very delicate rotating bristles, which are operated by the vacuum cleaner’s suction power, and soft wheels protecting delicate oors. To clean the plastic parts of the Deluxe Parquet brush, remove the brush from the metal extension lower pipe (9) and wipe with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth. To clean the rotating bristles, turn the safety lock into position and remove, then disassemble the rotating brush and start cleaning. Remove any hairs or threads that got entangled using scissors, taking care not to damage the bristles. Upholstery brush The Upholstery brush (5) is suitable for vacuuming surfaces such as sofas, mattresses, blankets, cushions etc. It is equipped with rotating bristles operated by the vacuum cleaner’s suction power that enable you to clean in depth and remove any fur, hairs or mites from fabrics. The protection grill prevents the bristles from touching the surfaces to be cleaned, thus ensuring maximum on fabrics. Precision nozzle The precision nozzle (8) in the attachment clamp (7) helps you vacuum corners, crevices and other difcult-to-reach areas. Nozzle for delicate surfaces The nozzle for delicate surfaces (6) in the attachment clamp (7) is suitable for vacuuming surfaces requiring special care such as radiators, furniture etc. Its special natural bristles enable you to use it on very delicate surfaces without any harm.1717

The packaging material is 100% recycla- ble and is marked with the recycle symbol (*). The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsi- bility and in full compliance with local au- thority regulations governing waste disposal.

SCRAPPING OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

This appliance is manufactured with recycla- ble or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regu- lations. For further information on the tre- atment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is di- sposed of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences for the environment and human he- alth. The (*) symbol on the product or on the accom- panying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of elec- trical and electronic equipment.

DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY

This appliance meets the Eco Design requirements of European Regulation n. 666/2013, n. 665/2013. Vacuum Cleaner tested for use on both hard surface and on carpet (general purpose) and veried on the basis of the standard Europe: EN 60312-1; EN 60704-1; EN 60704-2-11818

TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible causes / Solutions The vacuum cleaner cannot be switched on.

• Check if the Start/Stop button was pressed.

• The plug was not inserted or is not making contact.

• If the product is in park position with the Start&Pause function (if available) remove the brush from housing and press the Start/Stop button. The full dust container indicator lights up although it is not full yet.

• Clean the dust container.

• Clean the lters and, if needed, replace them.

• Make sure the expansion pipe, exible hose and brush are not blocked. Low suction power. • Clean the lters and, if needed, replace them.

• Make sure the expansion pipe, exible hose and brush are not blocked.

• Clean the dustbin and its lters.

• Check if the level of the dust is on the max level, in case empty the dustbin. Remote Power not working. • Battery not charged.

• The batteries were positioned incorrectly inside the battery compartment. Position the two AAA batteries making sure of the positive and negative poles.

• Remove batteries; then position them again, making sure of the positive and negative poles.

• Electronic appliances or obstacles may be interfering.

• Overheating of the motor. Heavy use can lead to the overheating of the motor. So wait for 60-90 minutes while the motor cools down (It depends from physical external parameters). Small electrostatic discharges occur while sucking up.

• If very ne dust or powders are sucked up such as our, etc. small electrostatic discharges could occur. When sucking up materials previously mentioned, we advise not to use the metal extension pipe, but only the plastic exible hose and to set a low suction power level. The vacuum cleaner whistles or vibrates when in use.

• One or more attachments were assembled incorrectly. Make sure the lters and brushes were assembled according to these instructions.

• Clean the lters and, if needed, replace them.

• The air regulator is open. Make sure it was closed correctly. The brush moves with difculty. • Reduce suction power, especially on carpets and fabrics in general. Open the air regulator to reduce the “suction effect”. The vacuum cleaner switch off while using

• Overheating of the motor. Heavy use can lead to the overheating of the motor. So wait for 60-90 minutes while the motor cools down (It depends from physical external parameters).

• Make sure the expansion pipe, exible hose and brush are not blocked.19

DÉCLARATIONS DE CONFORMITÉ