TCVC 1240 S - Vacuum Cleaner EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TCVC 1240 S EINHELL

GB Original operating instructions Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

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When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

Explanation of the symbols used (see Fig. 12)

1. Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.

1. Safety regulations

WARNING!

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

• Danger! Read the operating instructions before assembling and using the appliance for the first time.
• Check that the mains voltage is the same as the mains voltage specified on the rating plate.
• Pull out the power plug in the following circumstances: whenever the appliance is not in use, before opening the appliance and before all cleaning and maintenance work.
  • Never clean the appliance with solvents.
• Never pull the plug out of the socket by pulling the cable.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when operational.
• Keep away from children.
  • Take care to ensure that the power cable does not get damaged by being run over, crushed, pulled or suchlike.
• Do not use the machine if the power cable is in a less than perfect condition.

• If the power cable has to be replaced, the replacement must comply with the design specifications of the manufacturer.
  Power cable: H 05 VV - F 2 x 0.75 mm²

• Never vacuum the following: burning matches, smoldering ash and cigarette butts, combustible, caustic, inflammable or explosive substances, vapor or liquids.

• This appliance is not suitable for vacuuming dust which can be harmful to health.
  • Store the appliance in a dry indoor location.
  • Never use the appliance if it is damaged.
• Only allow the appliance to be serviced by an authorized after sales service outlet.
• Only use the appliance to carry out work for which has been designed.
  • Take extra care when cleaning steps.
• Use only genuine accessories and spare parts.

This equipment is not designed to be used by people (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or those with no experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or they have received instructions from such a person in how to use the equipment safely. Children must always be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the equipment.

2. Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout (Fig. 1-3/7)

1Handle

2 On/Off switch

3 Appliance head

4 Filter basket

5 Safety float valve

6 Locking hook

7 Container

8 Suction hose connector

9 Blow connector

1. Flexible hose

11 3-part suction tube

12 Combination nozzle

13 Castors

14 Dirt bag

15 Foamed plastic fi Iter

16 Crevice nozzle

17 Adapter

18 Additional fi Iter

19 Fastening screws for the handle

2.2 Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the

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sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

Danger!

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

• Handle
• Suction hose
  • 3-piece suction tube
  • Dual purpose nozzle
  4 castors
  • Foamed plastic filter
  Adapter
• Crevice nozzle
  • 2x Fastening screws for the handle
  • Original operating instructions

The equipment comes with a chain (z) on the tank bottom. The chain helps to prevent static charging during use.

3. Proper use

The wet and dry vacuum cleaner is designed for wet and dry vacuuming using the appropriate filter. The appliance is not suitable for the vacuuming of combustible, explosive or harmful substances.

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

4. Technical data

Mains voltage: 220-240 V \~ 50-60 Hz

Nominal output: 950 W

Container volume: 12 l

Sound pressure level L_pA 78 dB(A)

Uncertainty K_nA 2 dB

Weight: 4 kg

Protection class: ...... II /☐

5. Before starting the equipment

Warning!

Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data.

5.1 Appliance assembly

Fitting the appliance head (Fig. 4a/4b)

The appliance head (3) is fastened to the container (7) by the locking hook (6). To remove the appliance head (3), open the locking hook (6) and remove the appliance head (3). When fi tting the appliance head (3), make sure that the locking hook (6) locks into place correctly.

Fitting the castors (Fig. 5)

Fit the castors (13) in accordance with Fig. 5.

Fitting the handle (Fig. 6)

Use a screwdriver to fit the handle (1).

5.2 Fitting the fi Iter

Never use the wet and dry vacuum cleaner without a filter! Always ensure that the filters are perfectly secure!

Fitting the foam fi Iter (Fig. 8a)

For wet-vacuuming, slip the supplied foamed plastic filter (15) over the filter basket.

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Fitting the additional fi Iter (Fig. 3/8b)

For dry vacuum cleaning always use the supplied additional filter (18). Mount the additional filter, so that no air is sucked through the filter cage (4) without being filtered.

Assembling the dirt bag (Fig. 9)

For vacuuming fi ne, dry dirt it is recommended that you fi t the dirt bag (14). Slip the dirt bag (14) over the vacuuming hole. The dirt bag (14) is suitable for dry-vacuuming only. The dirt bag makes it easier to dispose of the sucked-in dust.

5.3 Fitting the suction hose (Fig. 2/3, 10, 11)

Connect the suction hose (10) to the corresponding connector on the wet and dry vacuum cleaner, depending on the application required.

Vacuuming

Connect the suction hose (10) to the suction hose connector (8)

Blowing

Connect the suction hose (10) to the blow connector (9)

One or more of the elements which make up the 3-part suction tube (11) can be attached to the suction hose (10) to extend it. The adapter (17) must be inserted between the suction tube (10) and the combination nozzle (12) or crevice nozzle (16).

5.4 Suction nozzles

Combination nozzle (Fig. 11b)

The combination nozzle (12) is for vacuuming solids and liquids over medium to large areas.

Crevice nozzle (Fig. 11a)

The crevice nozzle (16) is designed for vacuuming solids and liquids in corners, edges and other areas that are difficult to access.

6. Operation

Switch off the equipment if liquid or foam is emitted with the exhaust air when wet vacuum cleaning.

6.1 On/Off switch (Fig. 1)

Switch position 0: Off

Switch position I: On

6.2 Dry vacuuming

Use the dirt bag (14) and the additional filter (18) for dry vacuuming (see point 5.2).

Always ensure that the fi Iters are perfectly secure.

6.3 Wet vacuuming

For wet-vacuuming, use the foam filter (15) (see point 5.2).

Check that the filter is securely fitted at all times.

When wet vacuuming, the fl oating safety switch (5) closes when the maximum tank level is reached. At the same time, the suction noise of the equipment will change and become louder.

You must then switch off the equipment and empty the tank.

Danger!

The wet/dry vac is not suitable for the vacuuming of combustible liquids. For wet vacuuming, use only the supplied foam fi Iter.

6.4 Blowing

Connect the suction hose (10) to the blow connector (9) on the wet/dry vac.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Danger!

Always pull out the mains power plug before starting any cleaning work.

7.1 Cleaning

- Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.

• We recommend that you clean the equipment immediately after you use it.

7.2 Cleaning the appliance head (3)

Clean the appliance regularly with a damp cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the appliance.

7.3 Cleaning the container (7)

The container can be cleaned with a damp cloth and some soft soap or under running water, depending on the amount of dirt.

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7.4 Cleaning the foam fi Iter (15)

Clean the foam filter (15) with a little soft soap under running water and allow it to air-dry.

7.5 Servicing

At regular intervals and before each use, check that the fiters in the wet and dry vacuum cleaner are securely fitted.

7.6 Ordering spare parts

Please provide the following information on all orders for spare parts:

• Model/type of the equipment
• Article number of the equipment
• ID number of the equipment
• Part number of the required spare part

For our latest prices and information please go to www.Einhell-Service.com

8. Replacing the power cable

If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

9. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council.

10. Storage

Store the equipment and accessories out of children's reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30^ . Store the electric tool in its original packaging.

Disposal

Power tools, rechargeable batteries, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.

Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/re-chargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EU countries:

According to the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its transposition into national law, power tools that are no longer usable, and, according to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or drained batteries must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

If disposed incorrectly, waste electrical and electronic equipment may have harmful effects on the environment and human health, due to the potential presence of hazardous substances.

Only for United Kingdom:

According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI 2009/890) (as amended), products that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the Einhell Germany AG.

Subject to technical changes

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Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certificate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certificate. These partners will help you with all service requests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables.

Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables.

Category Example
Wear parts* Combination nozzle, crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle, electric tool adapter, etc.
Consumables*	Pleated filter, foam filter, dirt bag, additional filter, etc.
Missing parts

* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!

In the effect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.Einhell-Service.com. Please ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

• Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?
• Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?
• What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)?
Describe this malfunction.

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Subject to change without notice

Archive-File/Record: NAPR032941

Documents registrar: Sergey Hirsekorn

Wiesenweg 22, D-94405 Landau/Isar

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Declaration of conformity

We, Einhell UK Ltd

Champions Business Park, First Floor Unit 10, Arrowe Brook Rd, Upton, Wirral CH49 0AB, United Kingdom

declare the conformity to UK standards and legislation was assessed for:

Wet and dry vacuum cleaner TC-VC 1240 S (Einhell)

UK legislation

□ Simple Pressure Vessels (Safety) Regulation
X Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulation
□ Radio Equipment Regulation
□ Personal Protective Equipment Regulation
☐ The Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information Regulation
X The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulation
□ Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulation
☒ Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulation
□ Measuring Instruments Regulation
□ Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulation

Annex V

Annex VI

Noise:measuredL WA = dB (A); guaranteed L WA = dB (A)
P = kW; L/∅ = cm
UK Approved Body:

□ Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulation

□ Annex IV

UK Approved Body:

UKTE Certifi cate No.:

Standards: BS EN IEC 60335-1; BS EN IEC 60335-2-2; BS EN 62233; BS EN IEC 55014-1; BS EN IEC 55014-2; BS EN IEC 61000-3-2; BS EN 61000-3-3

Wirral, 2024.12.03

Archive-File/Record: NAPR032941

Article Number: 23.474.00 I.-No.: 21014

Subject to change without notice Wiesenweg 22, 94405 Landau/Isar, Germany

Documents registrar: Sergey Hirsekorn

EH 02/2025 (01)