BC 7088 - Vacuum Cleaner SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BC 7088 SEVERIN

Cyclone vacuum cleaner

Dear Customers,

Before using the appliance, read the instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. The appliance may only be used by persons who are familiar with the safety instructions.

Structure

1. Dust container
2. Main unit
3. Dust container release button
4. Power cable retraction button
5. Power control
6. Parking hook
7. Mains power plug
8. HEPA filter cover
9. On/Off button
10. Floor nozzle
11. Suction hose
12. 2-in-1 tool
13. Telescopic tube
14. Motor pre-filter

Safety Instructions

Connecting the appliance

Since the appliance is operated with electrical current, there is a danger of electric shock. Therefore:

• Only connect and start up the vacuum cleaner according to the de-tails on the name plate (underside of the appliance).
• Check the appliance and power cable for possible damage before use. Never operate a defective appliance or an appliance with a defective power cable.

• Never try to repair the appliance or its power cable yourself. To prevent hazards, repairs to the appliance and the power cable may only be made by our customer service. Give a defective appliance to a dealer or make contact with SEVERIN customer service.

• Do not immerse appliance in water or other liquids or treat it with liq-uids. Do not operate the appliance outdoors or in rooms with high humidity. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.

• Caution: the power cable must only be pulled out from the appliance as far as the first mark.
• Make sure that the power cable is not kinked, crushed or run over and that it does not come into contact with sources of heat, humidity and sharp edges. Make sure that the power cable does not become a stumbling hazard.
• Do not pull or transport the appliance using the power cable. Whenunplugging the plug from the outlet, always pull directly on the plug.
• If possible, do not use an extension cable. If this is unavoidable, only use GS-tested, simple extension cables (no multi-outlet adapters) that are designed for the appliance's power consumption.
• Before cleaning or maintaining the appliance, as well as beforechanging accessories, switch off the appliance and unplug the plug from the outlet.

Safety of particular groups of people

• This appliance may only be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experience and/or knowledge when they are supervised or if they have been instructed about the safe use of the appliance and have understood the risks resulting from the use of the appliance.
• Children may not play with the appliance or stand or sit on the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance may not be performed by children without supervision.
• Keep children younger than 8 away from the appliance and power cable.
• Keep packaging materials out of the reach of children and dispose of them. Otherwise they present a suffocation risk.

Intended use

The appliance may only be used in households. Only vacuum dry, normally-soiled floors or, depending on the accessories, also furniture and upholstery. Any other use is improper and is forbidden.

In order to prevent injuries, fires and damage, the appliance may not be used to vacuum:

• People, animals and plants. Always keep nozzles and vacuum openings away from all body parts, hair and clothing. Do not vacuum near your head.

• Glowing or burning particles (such as ash, coals, charcoal, ciga-rettes, matches).

• Explosively or flammable materials or toner.

• Water and other liquids, e.g. damp carpet cleaners.

• Pointy objects such as glass splinters, needles or constructionwaste.

• Fine dust, such as plaster, cement, fine drilling dust, powder.

CE Marking

This device is compliant with the mandatory EU directives for CE marking.

Using the appliance

Before using for the first time

• Remove any remaining packaging or inserts from the appliance.
• Assemble the appliance as shown below and check that the dust container and filters are fitted correctly (also see the sections on "Emptying the dust container" and "Cleaning or replacing the filter").

Assembling

• Only assemble appliance parts when the plug has been disconnected from the mains socket.
  If necessary, push the dust container into the appliance until you hear it click into place.
• Attach the hose to the appliance and lock it in place with a quarter turn.
• Push the telescopic tube onto the hose until you hear a click and adjust it to the required length.
• Select the right nozzle for the surface to be vacuumed:

The switchable floor nozzle has 2 settings:

Position 1 is excellently suited to cleaning dirt and fibres from carpets, rugs etc. and for deep cleaning of these surfaces.

Position 2 is ideal for all kinds of smooth hard floors.

With the brush folded, the 2-in-1 tool is perfect for sofa crevices and other areas that are difficult to reach.

With the brush unfolded, it is ideal for vacuuming your furniture.

• Never use a damaged nozzle. A damaged nozzle could cause scratching of surfaces.

Vacuum cleaning

Especially when vacuuming stairs, make sure that you are always above the appliance. Other-Vacuum cleaning wise the appliance may fall down and cause injuries.
- When using of a brush with rotating bristles, keep it away from people, animals, plants, cables and lines at all times.
- Only use the appliance if the dust container and the filters have been correctly inserted.
- Assemble the appliance, plug into mains power and switch on the appliance.
- Follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions of the floor covering, carpet or furniture manufacturer!

• If curtains or other objects are accidentally suctioned, quickly open the slide vent to release the objects again.
• Always make sure that you have adjusted the suction power to be right for the type of surface (see the section on "Adjusting suction power").

After using the appliance, switch it off and unplug from mains power.
- When you press the power cable retraction button, the power cable will be retracted into the appliance. Be sure to hold the plug and guide it by hand towards the cable storage. Otherwise the cable could move around in an uncontrolled way with a risk of injuring those nearby, causing a tripping hazard or damaging objects.

Adjusting suction power

The power control is infinitely adjustable over the whole scale of settings. Depending on the surface to be vacuumed, the position of the power control should be adjusted as follows:

maximum power: for hard floors with crevices, heavily soiled flooring
high power: for carpets, runners and similar items
low power: for upholstered furniture, cushions and mattresses
· minimum power: for curtains, hangings and similar items

Maintaining and cleaning

Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning of your appliance, switch it off and unplug it from the mains power socket!

Emptying the dust container

Empty the dust container at the latest:

If suction power is lower than it should be
- before longer storage or
before sending to the service centre.

• Press the button and remove the dust container.

• Press the button on the bottom of the dust container, open the flap and empty out the contents of the dust container.
  The contents of the dust container can be disposed of in normal household garbage unless it contains dirt that is forbidden in the household garbage.

• Close the dust container and insert it into the appliance - you should hear a click.

Cleaning the dust container

• Clean the dust container regularly, particularly under the following conditions:

• if the suction power seems to be reduced

• before storing the appliance for an extended period

• before sending the appliance to the service centre.

• Press the button and remove the dust container.

• Turn the dust container lid anti-clockwise (→) and remove it.

• Unlock the dust container filter (turn anti-clockwise) and remove it. If necessary, clean the filter as indicated in the section on "Cleaning or replacing the filters".
• Unlock the dust container insert (turn anti-clockwise) and remove it.
• Use the unfolded brush of the 2-in-1 tool to brush out the dust container insert. Do not use water on the insert!
• Rinse the dust container with water (use a mild detergent added to the water if necessary). Dry the dust container thoroughly before putting it back into the appliance.
• Put the dust container insert back into the dust container and lock it in by turning clockwise.
• Place the dust container filter into the dust container with the black side facing downwards and lock it clockwise.
  Put the dust container lid on and lock it clockwise ( / G / A)

Cleaning or replacing the filter

Clean the filter regularly, particularly under the following conditions:

If suction power is lower than it should be
- before storing the appliance for an extended period, or
- before sending to the service centre.

• With household use, the filters must be replaced after 6 months.

Dust container filter:

Take the filter out of the dust container (see the section on "Cleaning the dust container"). Remove the black insert.
- First, tap out the white filter, and then use the unfolded brush of the 2-in-1 tool to brush it out. Then tap out any loosened dust residues again.
The black foam insert in the filter can be washed, but must not be put in the dishwasher or washing machine.
Rinse this insert thoroughly under running water.
After cleaning, leave it to dry at room temperature for about 24 hours. Only put it back when it is completely dry.

Motor pre-filter:

Take out the dust container and then take the motor pre-filter out of the appliance.
The filter can be washed, but must not be put in the dishwasher or washing machine.
Rinse the filter thoroughly under running water.
After cleaning, leave it to dry at room temperature for about 24 hours. Only put it back when it is completely dry.

HEPA filter:

• Open the HEPA filter cover and take the filter out.
  First, tap out the filter, and then use the unfolded brush of the 2-in-1 tool to brush it out. Then tap out any loosened dust residues again.
• Put the filter back in and close the cover.

Cleaning

• The housing and power cable may not be handled with liquids or immersed in liquids for reasons of electrical safety. Rub housing with a slightly damp cloth and then dry.
• For cleaning, do not use any sharp or scouring cleansers or hard brushes.

Storing the appliance

For easy storage, when not in use, the floor nozzle can be hooked into the parking hook below the power control.

Troubleshooting by yourself

So that as few problems as possible arise, it is important to empty the dust container regularly and6 take this opportunity to check the filters and clean them if they are dirty.
Before contacting our customer service, check with the help of below table whether you can correct the problem yourself.

Problem Solution
The appliance stops suddenly	The integrated overheating protection has tripped (possibly due to a full dust bag or the like) In this case, clear the problem as follows:1. Switch off the appliance.2. Pull plug from main socket.3. Eliminate the cause of overheating (either the dust container needs emptying - see the section on "Emptying the dust container", or the filters need cleaning - see the section on "Cleaning or replacing the filters" or there is a blockage somewhere, which needs to be removed).4. Be sure to also check hose, nozzles and telescopic tube when searching for the cause of overheating.5. Close the cover and re-fit all accessory.6. Wait another 45 minutes.After the appliance has cooled off, you may switch it on again.
The appliance hardly picks up any dust and/or the suction power drops	The dust container needs to be emptied (see the section on "Emptying/cleaning the dust container").It is best to clean the filters at the same time (see the section on "Cleaning or replacing the filters").
	With the switchable floor nozzle attached, the switch is not in a position appropriate to the type of floor.Select the correct position for the switch.
Odours spread or even dust escapes from the appliance	It is probable that dust container parts or vacuum cleaner accessories have not been put back in or closed correctly after being dismantled in order to clean the filter or replace accessories.Check that all parts are correctly and firmly in place.

If this does not help, please contact our customer service.
The contact data is in the appendix to this instruction manual or on our home page.

Spare parts, warranty and disposal

5103-048: 1 Dust container filter + 1 HEPA filter	PB7217: 1 parquet brush
TB7216: 1 turbo brush	ZB7214: 1 long, flexible crevice nozzle

Disposal

Devices marked with this symbol must be disposed of separately from your household waste, as they contain valuable materials which can be recycled. Proper disposal protects the environment and human health. Your local authority or retailer can provide information on the matter.

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