AA12V1 - Vacuum Cleaner Armor All - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AA12V1 Armor All

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FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference.

ARMOR ALL and the ARMOR ALL logo are registered trademarks of The Armor All/STP Products Company and are used under license by Cleva North America Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Safety Instructions and Warnings....2

Getting To Know Your Vacuum....4

Vacuum Operation....4

Cleaning And Maintenance....6

Troubleshooting....7

Thank you for purchasing this Armor All™ 12 volt wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Feel confident that with our wet/dry vac you are obtaining a high quality product engineered for optimal performance. This vacuum is capable of picking up liquids and dry materials.

FOR YOUR SAFETY CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARRANTY

We take pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Armor All™ 12V hand vac carries a limited one (1) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use. Warranty does not apply to defects due to direct or indirect abuse, negligence, misuse, accidents, repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. For product service call Cleva Customer Service at [phone].

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

FOR YOUR SAFETY CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all instructions before using this vacuum.

Read and understand this owner's manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in this manual.

This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Do not run vac unattended.
• Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry Vac near flammable liquids, gases, or explosive vapors like gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluids, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, or explosive dusts like coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun power. Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust.
• The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation with this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Keep children and animals at a safe distance when using this appliance.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• Be careful not to pinch the cord in the vehicles' doors, windows or levers.
• Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other parts.
• If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked.
  Keep free of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce airflow.
• Do not insert accessories when unit is running.
• Do not use this vacuum with a torn filter or without the filter installed. Replace a damaged filter promptly.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.
• Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not expose to rain. Store in a dry place when not in use.
• Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
• Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by an authorized repair agent.
• Regularly check the power cord for damage. Replace the cord if it is damaged or defective.
• Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.
• The appliance is designed for use with 12V negative ground vehicle battery systems.
• Turn off the vacuum before unplugging.
• DO NOT handle plug or the vacuum with wet hands.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM

A. 12V power plug
B. On/Off slide switch
C. Container release button
D. LED light
E. Filter
F. Filter holder
G. Container
H. Retractable crevice tool
I. Rubber squeegee
J. Detail brush
K. Store bag
L. Detail brush storage

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Voltage: 12V DC

VACUUM OPERATION

1 ON OFF

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WARNING: Do not run the vehicle's engine while cleaning. This can shorten the life of the vacuum.

CONNECTING TO THE VEHICLE'S POWER SUPPLY

1. Make sure that the vacuum is switched to the OFF position. (fig. 1)
2. Remove the cigarette lighter from the socket.
3. Insert the 12V power plug (A) into the 12V power socket. (fig. 2)

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

1. To power on the vacuum, slide the ON/OFF switch (B) forward to the ON position. (fig. 1)
2. To power off the vacuum, slide the ON/OFF switch (B) back to the OFF position. (fig. 1)

NOTICE! The LED light (D) in the upper portion of the vacuum will be illuminated when the appliance is turned on. The light is useful to see in poorly illuminated areas.

NOTE: The vac can be used for periods of up to 30 minutes without noticeably affecting the power of a normally charged car battery in good condition.

WARNING: Extended use of the vacuum will drain the car battery power.

1 OFF

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4 ON

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DRY VACUUMING

The vacuum can be used as assembled or with the crevice tool. For your convenience, the crevice tool is permanently built-in onto the top portion of the container.

1. Verify that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in. (fig. 1)
2. Flip the crevice tool over to the fully extended position and push it into the container nozzle until secured in place. (fig. 2)
3. Insert the detail brush into the front of the crevice tool. (fig. 3)
4. Turn the motor on by sliding the switch to the ON position. (fig. 4)
5. After use, turn the vacuum OFF by sliding the switch to the OFF position. (fig. 4)
6. Remove detail brush from the crevice tool and store it. (fig. 5)
7. Pull the crevice tool out of the container nozzle and flip it forward towards the front of the unit and lock into place. (fig. 6)
8. Empty the container, clean and dry the inside and outside before storage. (fig. 7 & 8)

1 OFF

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4 ON

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – WET VACUUMING

The vacuum can be used for wet pick up with or with out the use of the squeegee nozzle (J). For use with the squeegee nozzle:

1. Verify that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in. (fig. 1)
2. Fit the squeegee nozzle into the nozzle opening on the container. (fig. 2)
3. Insert the plug into the 12V power socket. (fig. 3)
4. Turn the motor on by sliding the switch to the ON position and vacuum. (fig. 4)
5. When finished vacuuming, slide the power switch to the OFF position and disconnect the plug from the 12V power socket. (fig. 5)
6. After use, empty the container, clean and dry the inside and outside before storage. (fig. 6 & 7)

8 MAX

IMPORTANT:

1. The appliance is designed for vacuuming only small amounts of liquid.
2. STOP vacuuming if the liquid in the container reach the "max" indicator lin on the container. (fig. 8)
3. Empty it immediately before next use or storage.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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2 EN

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE SOCKET BEFORE REMOVING THE CONTAINER FROM THE APPLIANCE.

Regularly clean the filter. The filter is re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.

1. Verify that the plug is disconnected from the power outlet. (fig. 1)
2. Press the release button (C) and remove the container (G). (fig. 2)
3. Empty all debris and any dust from the container. (fig. 3)
4. Remove the filter (E) and clean any loose dust off the filter.
5. Wash the filter in warm, soapy water. (fig. 4)
6. Make sure the dust bowl and filter are clean and dry before using it again. DO NOT immerse the appliance in water. (fig. 5)
7. Refit the filter (E) onto the appliance. (fig. 6)
8. Refit the container onto the appliance. Make sure the container clicks into place. (fig. 7)

NOTE: Make sure the vacuum is completely dry before using it again.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustments (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by an authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

MAINTENANCE

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the vac. Never let any liquid get inside the vacuum motor area; never immerse any part of the vacuum into liquids.

IMPORTANT! Clean or change the dust filter regularly for best performance. If the machine is used with out the dust filter, the motor will burn out and the warranty will be voided.

IMPORTANT! Optimum dust collection will only be achieved with clean filters and an empty container. If dust begins to fall out of the appliance after switching it off, this indicates that the dust bowl is full and must be emptied.

WARNING: Never use the appliance without the filters installed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom	Possible Causes Corrective Action
Vacuum will not operate 1) No power supply.	1) Check power supply –vehicle battery, 12V power socket, cord, breakers, and fuses.
2) Faulty power cord. 2) Unplug and check the power	cord. If damaged, have it repaired by a professional.
3) Container full. 3) Empty container.
Dust comes from motor cover. 1) The reusable cloth filter is missing or damaged.	1) Attach or replace the reusable cloth filter.
Reduced efficiency and motor/speed vibration.	1) There is a blockage in the nozzle, or the vacuum inlets, or the dust filter is blocked by fine dust.	1) Check nozzle, and inlets for blockage. Take off the filter and clean it, or install new filter.

Table de matières

SECTION

Garantie....8

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4 ON

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INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION – ASPIRATION DE DÉTRITUS SECS

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4 ON

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INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION – ASPIRATION DE LIQUIDES

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NETTOYAGE ET ENTRETIEN

AVERTISSEMENT : TOUJOURS DÉBRANCHER LA FICHE DE LA PRISE AVANT DE RETIRER LE RÉSERVOIR DE L'APPAREIL.

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ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS:

Voltaje: 12 V CC

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4 ON

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2 EN

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LIMPIEZA Y MANTENIMIENTO