Air Force TY8463 - Vacuum Cleaner TEFAL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Air Force TY8463 TEFAL

• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including child- ren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instructions beforehand concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

• 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 experience and knowledge if they have been given super- vision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Keep the device and its cord away from children.

• Do not use the appliance if: the cord is damaged. In order to avoid all danger, the cord winding system and the cord itself of your vacuum cleaner must necessarily be replaced by a Tefal Authorized Service Centre only.

1. Precautions before use

• Your vacuum cleaner is an electric appliance: it must always be used under normal conditions. Use and store the appliance away from children’s reach. Never leave the appliance on and unattended. Never hold the end of the vacuum tube near your eyes or ears.

• Never vacuum wet surfaces or liquids, no matter what their nature; hot substances; ultra-ne substances such as plaster, cement or ashes; large cutting waste materials such as glass; toxic products such as solvents or paint strippers; aggressive products such as acids or strong cleaners; or gasoline or alcohol-based ammable or explo- sive materials.

• Never submerge the product or charge it under water or under any other liquid. Never spray water on the ap- pliance or on the charger.

• Do not store the appliance outdoors and keep it in a cool, dry place at all times.

• Do not place the appliance near a heat source (ovens, electric heaters or hot radiators).

• Do not expose the batteries to a room temperature above 104ºF (40°C).

• Do not take the vacuum cleaner apart while it is on.

• Never use your vacuum cleaner without the dust tray and the foam rubber motor protection lter.

• Do not use the appliance: - If it fell and shows visible signs of deterioration or functional anomalies. - If the charger or the charger cable are damaged. In any of these cases, do not try to take the appliance apart. Rather, take it to the authorized Tefal Service Center nearest to your home, because special tools will be needed in order to safely carry out any repairs. SECURITY ADVICE3

• Repairs must only be carried out by specialists using original replacement parts.

• To attempt the repair of an electronic appliance at home may be hazardous to the user.

• Only use original, guaranteed Tefal replacement parts (lters, batteries...).

• This appliance is intended for domestic use only. In case it is used inappropriately, not following the given ins- tructions, Tefal will not be subject to any liabilities whatsoever.

• The vacuuming tube located at the height of the vacuum head must be checked regularly. If it is damaged, the appliance should not be used.

2. Electric power source

• Make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the charger corresponds to that of your power source.

• Never unplug the charger by pulling the electric cord.

• If the charger cord is damaged or if the charger itself does not function properly, do not use any other charger, dierent from the model provided by the manufacturer, and contact the Tefal Consummer Service or go to the authorized Service Center nearest to your home.

Repairs must only be carried out by specialists using original replacement parts. To attempt the repair of an elec- tronic appliance at home may be hazardous to the user, and will invalidate the guarantee. DESCRIPTION

3. Light “MAX” speed signal

4. Light charge signals

11. Delta vacuum head with integrated

- 12V: ref. RS-RH5157*

1. How to assemble the Appliance

Unpack your appliance and throw away any tags attached. Make sure to keep your guarantee and read the instruc- tions carefully before using the appliance for the rst time.

• Remove the screw from the neck and leave the nut in its place.

• Fix the neck by carefully inserting it in the upper portion of the main body (g.1).

• Insert the locking screw (7) into the neck and screw it tightly using the tool provided with the appliance (g.2).

• Fix the Delta vacuum head (11) by locking it into place in the lower portion of the main body (g.3).

• Fix the dust tray on the main body of the appliance (g 19). Please note : In order to detach the Delta vacuum head, press the ejection button located at the back of the main body (g.4) and pull to remove.

• May vary according to model4

2. Charging the battery

IMPORTANT: Use only the original charger provided with the appliance (see DESCRIPTION chapter). Do not charge the appliance at temperatures lower than 32ºF (0ºC) or higher than 104ºF (40°C). Using a universal charger will automatically invalidate the guarantee. Before you use your vacuum cleaner for the rst time, you must charge the battery completely (for 12 hours maximum). While the battery is being charged, the Stop/Start button must be in the Stop position (2.a)

• Place the vacuum cleaner near an electric power point.

• Plug the charger in and connect it to the vacuum cleaner using the socket located at the back of the neck (g.5).

• The charge signal (4) located at the front of the main body will light. Leave the vacuum cleaner to charge. Once the charge cycle is completed (after about 12 hours), the light charge signal will turn o automatically. The vacuum cleaner can stay connected to the charger permanently, without any hazard. Keep in mind, however, that if you decide to keep the charger connected it might become slightly hot. This would be a completely normal phenomenon. It is advisable to charge the vacuum cleaner immediately after each use in order to always have it available with a fully charged battery. Thus, you will gain the maximum benet from its cleaning and autonomous performance functions. However, in case you plan to be absent for a long period of time (on vacation, for example), it is advi- sable to unplug the charger for, in this case, the autonomous performance function could be diminished due to automatic power loss.

3. Turning on the appliance

Unplug the charger cord from the vacuum cleaner. Hold the vacuum cleaner by the handle and slide the Stop/Start button downwards, towards one of the two following speeds (g.6):

• « Min » : Used to vacuum clean thick or delicate rugs and carpets (2.b), as well as fragile surfaces. Please note : always make sure that the wheels located at the back of the base are clean.

The electro-brush is a rotating, motorized brush that guarantees maximum cleaning eectiveness by allowing the appliance to suck up dirt and clean in depth. The bristles, located all along the brush, remove threads, hair and fur that might be caught on the surface of rugs and carpets. Please note: If the vacuum head adheres too closely to the surface you are cleaning, change the speed to « Min ». ATTENTION: Do not vacuum large fragments of broken objects, as they could block and damage the brush. Do not use the electro-brush on long hair carpets, on animal fur, or on fringes.

REMOVING AND CLEANING THE ELECTRO-BRUSH

ATTENTION: Always turn o the appliance and unplug it before storing or cleaning. Using the tool provided with the appliance (15), press in the two latches located on each side of the lower side of the Delta head (g.7). Lift the trap located on top of the electro-brush (g.8). Remove the electro-brush and its lateral bearing in order to clean them (g.9). Carefully remove any threads, hair, fur, etc. from the electro-brush. Once clean, replace the electro-brush and its lateral bearing (g.11), then replace the trap over it (g.12). Finally, using the tool provided with the appliance, close both latches (g.13).5

• Do not touch any rotating parts before you turn o and unplug the vacuum cleaner.

• Do not use the appliance on wet surfaces.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water. ELECTRO-BRUSH MALFUNCTION The electro-brush does not function properly or makes an unusual sound

• Either the rotating brush or the axis is blocked: turn o the appliance and clean them.

• The brush is worn out: visit an authorized Service Center in order to have the brush changed.

• The belt is worn out: if the belt makes noise, it means that it is slipping because it’s worn out. Visit an authorized Service Center in order to have the belt changed. The electro-brush stops while you are vacuuming

• The thermal security feature has been activated: Turn o the vacuum cleaner by moving the Stop/Start button to the Stop position (2.a) and unplug it. Check to see if any solid object is blocking the rotation of the brush. If this is the case, remove the object and clean the electro-brush (g.10), then you may keep using the vacuum cleaner. The electro-brush moves with diculty If you nd that your vacuum cleaner slides with diculty along surfaces, progressively reduce the speed until you reach the « Min » position (2.b). If the problem persists, take your appliance to the authorized Tefal Service Center nearest to your home. See the list of authorized Tefal Service Centers or contact the Tefal Consummer Service department.

After use, turn o your vacuum cleaner by moving the Stop/Start button to the Stop position (2a). Now you may store your appliance vertically wherever you like, thanks to the parking position. To place the vacuum cleaner in the parking position: Place the neck vertically in order to block the appliance. To continue using the vacuum cleaner: Take it by the handle and make it swing backwards in order to unblock it and leave the parking position.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT: Always turn o the appliance and unplug it before storing or cleaning.

1. Cleaning the dust tray (9)

1.a Fast emptying Whenever the dust tray is full, empty it as follows: remove the tray by sliding it downwards (g.14), place it over a bin and press the “Push” button in order to open the trap and empty the tray’s contents (g.15). Close the trap (g.16) and replace the dust tray on the main body of your appliance (g.19). 1.b Complete cleaning procedure It is advisable to clean the dust tray regularly.

• Remove the dust tray (g.14), then separate each of its components (9).

• Remove the foam rubber motor protection lter (9c).

• Place the dust receiver (9a), the dust lter (9b) and the lid (9d) under warm water (g.20); then let them stand to dry or dry them with a dry cloth.

• Wash the foam rubber motor protection lter (see paragraph 2).

• Once the components of the dust tray are all dry, reassemble them; do the same with the extra foam rubber motor protection lter (9c) provided as a supplement with your appliance.

• Close the dust tray and reposition it on the main body of your appliance (g.19).

2. Cleaning the foam rubber motor protection lter (9c)

ATTENTION: Never use your vacuum cleaner without the foam rubber motor protection lter.6

In order to maintain the high performance level of your appliance, do not vacuum ultra-ne substances such as plaster, cement or ashes, and clean the foam rubber motor protection lter at least once a month. If you perceive that your vacuum cleaner is performing under regular average level, we recommend that you clean the foam rubber motor protection lter more frequently.

• Remove the dust tray lid (9d) and then remove the foam rubber motor protection lter (9c) (g.21).

• Clean the foam rubber motor protection lter (9c) with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let dry for at least 12 hours before replacing the lter on the appliance (g.22). IMPORTANT: In order to assure optimal motor protection, make sure that the foam rubber lter is comple- tely dry before replacing it on the appliance. You will need to let it dry for at least 12 hours before reinser- ting it into the dust tray. An extra foam rubber motor protection lter is provided with your vacuum cleaner so that you may use the appliance while the rst lter is still drying. ATTENTION: Never place the dust tray components or the foam rubber motor protection lter in an auto- matic dishwasher.

3. Vacuum cleaner care and maintenance

Wipe the main body of the appliance with a soft, damp cloth; then dry it with a dry cloth (g.23). IMPORTANT: Do not use detergents, or aggressive or abrasive products. The transparent color of the dust tray and/or of the separator lid may change with time; however, this will not modify the performance of the appliance. BATTERIES

1. Battery replacement

This appliance contains nickel-metal hydride (NiMh) accumulators which are, for safety reasons, only accessible to professional engineers. When the battery is no longer capable of retaining its charge, the NiMh block must be removed. In order to replace the accumulators, please visit the authorized Service Center nearest to your home.

2. Throwing away the appliance

It is important that you remove the batteries before throwing away your appliance. In order to do this, visit an authorized Service Center or proceed as follows: disconnect the appliance from the electricity network, dismount the neck from the main body removing the central screw, and then remove the ve (5) assembly screws located at the back of the neck (g.24). Carefully lift the upper cover of the neck and unscrew the two electric circuit screws, then unplug the battery block by pulling the plug (g.25). Do not throw the battery bloc into the waste bin; take it to the authorized Tefal Service Center nearest to your home or to a place specially designated to process such type of waste.

• According to current regulation, any appliance that is out of service must be taken to an authorized Service Center, where it will be safely disposed of.7 Warning Do not place a block of rechargeable batteries with non-rechargeable batteries. If you wish to change the batteries, visit an authorized Service Center. The batteries are designed to be used indoors only. Do not immerse them in water. Handle the batteries with care. Do not place the batteries in your mouth. Do not let the batteries come in contact with other metal objects such as rings, nails or screws. Be careful not to provoke internal short-circuits in the batteries by inserting metal objects through their extremities. If a short-circuit does occur, the temperature of the batteries could rise dangerously, cau- sing serious burns or even catching re. If the batteries start leaking, do not rub your eyes or mucous membranes. Wash your hands and rinse your eyes with clean water. If irritation persists, consult your physician. Let’s help protect the environment! Your appliance contains numerous useful or recyclable materials. Take the appliance to a collection spot so that it can be disposed of properly. REPAIRS IMPORTANT: If you notice that your vacuum cleaner is not functioning properly, before any revision, turn it o by placing the Stop/Start button in the Stop position. Repairs should only be carried out by specialists using original replacement parts. To attempt the repair of an electronic appliance at home may be hazardous to the user. If your vacuum cleaner does not start Make sure that the charger is completely unplugged from the appliance. If it is, it means that the appliance is not charged, so proceed to charge it. If your appliance does not vacuum

• The electro-brush is dirty: clean it.

• The separator is clogged up: remove the dust tray and clean the separator. If your vacuum cleaner seems less ecient, makes noise or whistles

• The tube or the hose are partially clogged up: unclog them.

• The dust receiver is full: empty and clean it.

• The dust tray is not well positioned: place it correctly.

• The Delta vacuum head is dirty: demount the electro-brush and clean it.

• The foam rubber motor protection lter is saturated: clean it. If the separator gets lled with dust

• The separator sometimes accumulates dust. Make sure that nothing is blocking the duct between the separator and the dust tray.

• The dust tray opening is blocked: Remove the dust tray, empty it and clean the opening. The vacuum head moves with diculty Lower the vacuum speed by moving the appropriate switch button. If the problem persists, take your vacuum cleaner to the authorized Tefal Service Center nearest to your home. See the list of authorized Tefal Service Centers or contact the Tefal Consummer Service department. GUARANTEE This appliance is intended for domestic use only. In case it is used inappropriately, not following the given instruc- tions, Tefal will not be subject to any liabilities whatsoever and the guarantee will be invalidated. Read the instructions before using the appliance for the rst time: using the appliance in any way dierent from the one indicated here would free Tefal of all liabilities.8

- 12V: ref. RS-RH5157*

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