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General Do's and Don'ts
VC010 Vacuum Cleaner User Guide
When you have finished vacuuming:
Cleaning and Replacing the Filters
$Switch off and unplug the appliance.
Clean the two filters often. Failure to clean the filters regularly
will reduce the cleaner efficiency and may shorten its lifespan.
$Rewind the power cord.
The Motor Filter is in a cage at the rear of the cleaner.
$Disconnect the accessories and store the cleaner in the
vertical position or place the cleaner normally with the
Hinge the door open and then remove the filter.
accessories in the parked position. (See Storage)
Removing the Dust
The Dust bag should be emptied at
regular intervals to prevent clogging,
with a loss of suction power and poor
cleaning. When the 'Dust Bag Full'
indicator goes red the dust bag must
be emptied to avoid damage to the
cleaner
Lift the top cover
The Inlet Filter is in a cage at the rear of the inside
release catch and
compartment. Open the lid and lift the filter out
hinge the cover up
Carefully detach the bag from the cradle and discard it.
Brush the inlet and outlet cavities out. This will help keep the
internal airways clean and maintain cleaner performance.
Place a new bag in the cradle making sure that the top fits
securely behind all six tabs. Close the lid.
Do NOT attach or remove accessories when the vacuum
cleaner is switched on.
Do NOT pull the cleaner around the room by the hose.
Do NOT over extend the hose. Trying to reach beyond the
Clearing a Blockage
hose length could cause an accident.
Be especially careful on stairs.
Do NOT pull or carry the cleaner by the cord, close a door on
the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not over extend the cord. Switch the cleaner off and move it to a
closer power point. Use just enough cord to do the job.
Use the carry handle to lift or move the cleaner.
If you are moving the cleaner a long way or up a flight of stairs,
switch off, rewind the power cord and park the accessories.
NEVER operate the cleaner with damaged filters or with a filter
missing. Use approved filters and regularly clean and replace
them.
If the cleaner loses suction this may be due to clogged filters or
a blockage. DO NOT operate the cleaner if the suction is
impaired.
If you suspect a blockage:
$Set the cleaner upright, switch off and unplug immediately.
Empty the dust, check all the filters and clean them.
If this does not remove the blockage:
$Check the extension tubes and accessories visually and
remove any blockage with a stick or broom handle.
