anko VCB45-16A User manual

Vacuum Cleaner
VCB45-16A
User Manual
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Tableof c ontents
1 Symbol explanation ................................................................................................... 3
2 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 3
3 Operating elements .....................................................................................................7
4 Before first use ............................................................................................................... 8
5 Assembly .......................................................................................................................... 8
6Operation .............................. ........................ ................. .............. .. ................. ........... ..... ... ... .. 9
6.1 General use ........................................................................................................... 9
6.2 Suction power control settings .................................................................... 10
6.3 Air flow regulator ..........................................................................................1 0
6.4 Nozzle attachments ......................................................................................... 10
7 Care and cleaning
......................................................................................................... 11
7.1 Dust bag replacement ...................................................................................... 11
7.2 Filter maintenance
......................................... ........................................ .... ......... ................ 12
7.3 Storage
................................................................................................................................................................ 13
8 Technical data ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
9 Trouble shooting ......... .................................................. ........................................................................... ... 14
12-Month Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 15
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1 Symbol explanation
WARNING!
This symbol warns the use r against potential health hazard s
and points out risksofinjuries.
NOTE
This symbolalerts the user to the presence of i mportant
operating and servicing instructions.
2 Safety instructions
1. Before operating the appliance for the first timeread these instructions
carefully. Please store this user manual for future reference.
2. Include this instruction manualwhenpassing on the appliance to athird party.
3. This appliance is intended for household use only and must only be used
indoors.
4. Usethe appliance only for its intended purpose.Improper usemay lead to
hazards.
5. The appliance is only meant for vacuum cleaning of dry particles as
stipulated in this instructio n manual . Do not use it for other purposes.
6. No liability for any damage that occurs can be accepted in the event of
improper use or incorrect handling.
7. Always usethe appliance on an even stable and dry surface.
8. To prevent damages and injuries use only original accessories or the ones
recommendedby the manufacturer.
9. Danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging materials away from children.
10.This appliance is not intended for useby persons ( including children) with
reduced physical,sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledgeunless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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11.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
12. Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
13. Protect the appliance against heat, dust, direct sunlight, moisture,
dripping and splashing water. If the appliance is wet or exposed to high
humidity, unplug it immediately.
14. Keep the appliance power cord and plug away from flames or hot areas
(e.g. ovens, hot gas or electric burners and other heat-producing
appliances/obj ects).
15. Do not insert any object into the appliance.
16. Before cleaning or storing the appliance, switch it off and always pull
the plug from the socket (pull the plug,not the cable). Remove all
attached accessoriesbefore cleaning or storing the appliance.
17. Do not immerse the appliancepower cord or plug in water or any
other liquids.
18. Never touch the appliance power cord or plug with wet or damp hands.
19. Before you connect the appliance to the mains supply,ensure
that the voltage on the rating label is the same as in your home.
20 . Always unplug from the mains supply when not in useand before cleaning.
21. Do not operate the appliance if damaged or after the
appliance malfunctions.
22. Any extension cable must be suitable for the appropriate power
output being used
23. Avoid damage to the power cord by pinching or by contacting with sharp
edges.
24. Check the appliance and the power cord regularly for possible damages.
Should there be any signs that the cord isdamaged in the slightest degree
do not usethe appliance. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.
25. If the power cord is damagedit must be replaced by a qualified
electrician in order to avoid hazard or the appliance must be disposed
of.
26. Always carry the appliance by the carrying handle,never by the
suction hose or cord.
27. Only use the accessories provided with the appliance.
28. Prior to using the appliancemake sure that the surface is free from
pointed or sharp objects or large items otherwise the dust bag and the
appliance may be damaged.
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29. Never use the appliance without the filters in place.
30. Never use the appliance without a dust bag.
31 . DO NOT pull the power cord beyond the yellow marking.
32. DO NOT vacuum water, wet objects, liquids, ashes, hot coals,
cigarette butts or any hot smoking or burning objects, etc.
33. DO NOT pick up flammable or combustible materials (i.e. lighter fluid, petrol,
Kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapour.
34. DO NOT pick up toxic material (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner,
etc.)
35. DO NOT vacuum Toner (used in laser printers, copy machines etc.) as is risk of
blockage, fire and explosion.
36. DO NOT vacuum plaster, cement etc. as the filters can become blocked.
37. DO NOT run the over the power cord with the vacuum cleaner.
38. DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner if it is blocked. Turn it OFF and clear all
blockages before continuing.
39. Check that the filters areinserted correctly.
40. Keep hair,clothing and body parts away from the vacuum nozzle during use.
41. Keep the appliance away from sources of heat like radiator s, ovens, etc.