A: To extend the power cord:
Using the Accessories
Gently pull the cord from the
The Floor Brush is adjustable for use on carpets or bare floors.
recess located in the rear of
Bare Floors: Press the side of the lever showing the Brush
the cleaner. The cord has two
Symbol. The brush and squeegee will appear
marks.
The yellow mark shows the
maximum safe length to
which you can extend the
cord. If you can see the red
mark the cord has been
lengthened too much.
Never extend the cord
beyond the red mark or
you may damage the cord
winding mechanism.
Carpeted Floors: Press the side of the lever showing the Floor
symbol to retract the floor brush.
B: To rewind the cord:
Unplug the cord. Press the
Cord Release. Gently guide the cord back by hand into the
The Crevice Tool is a dual-purpose tool.
cleaner until it is fully rewound. Do not let the cord return
Use it extended to vacuum down the side
unaided or it may whip and cause damage or injury.
of cushions, etc. Turn the head through
90ยบ to clean curtains, etc.
Using the Appliance
Make sure the dust cup is empty! (see Page 6)
General Do's and Don'ts
Fit the appropriate attachments. Extend the power cord to a
Do NOT attach or remove accessories when the vacuum
usable length. Plug the mains plug into the mains point.
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
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
Press the Mains ON/OFF
the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
pedal to switch the power
not over extend the cord. Switch the cleaner off and move it to a
ON. (Press again to switch
closer power point. Use just enough cord to do the job.
the power OFF)
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.
Examine the dust level and empty the dust cup regularly.
NEVER let the dust exceed the MAX level (See Page 6).
Setting the Suction Power.
When you have finished vacuuming:
The suction power can be increased or decreased by operating
$Switch off and unplug the appliance.
the airflow slider in the hose grip.
$Rewind the power cord.
Use a low setting for curtains and delicate fabrics.Use a
$Empty the dust cup and clean the dust cup filters.
medium setting for long pile and velour carpets or soft textile
$Disconnect the accessories and store the cleaner in the
flooring tiles.
vertical position or place the cleaner normally with the
Use a high setting for rough short pile carpets, coir matting and
accessories in the parked position. (See Storage)
rugs, and hard bare floors.
Clearing a Blockage
If the cleaner loses suction and the dust in the dust cup is below
the MAX mark, this may be due to clogged filters or a
blockage. DO NOT operate 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:
When vacuuming:
$Check the extension tubes and accessories visually and
Move the vacuum head back and forth over the surface. Use
remove any blockage with a stick or broom handle.
even strokes. Do not press- let the cleaner do the work.
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