Bush VCB35B15C-1J7W-70 User manual

Bagged Cylinder vacuum cleaner
Model: VCB35B15C-1J7W-70
Instruction manual

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You’ll soon be enjoying your new Bush Cyclonic
Bagless Vacuum Cleaner.
It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t
worry, there’s nothing too technical coming up.
Just simple, step-by-step guidance to get you up
and running quickly. Sound good? Then let’s get
started.
We’re here to help you get the most from your Bush Cyclonic Bagless Vacuum
Cleaner.

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Power source
Ventilation heat and moisture
Warning
Plug / Wiring advice
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Getting to know your vacuum cleaner
Accessories 12
Part identification 13
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Using your vacuum
Hose
Connecting tube and accessories 18
Operating the appliance 19
Using the Cleaning Accessories
19Nozzle use
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Storage 20
Assembly 16
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
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Disposable dust bags and filters
Replacing the dust bag
23Cleaning and Replacing the Filters
23Care and Cleaning
24Other information
Care and maintenance
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Product support

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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner,basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces. Do not
handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Do not
use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Turn o the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or
connecting from the mains supply.
Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
Only use as described in this manual. Only use recommended
attachments.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, dam-
aged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.
If the supply cord is damaged, please consult qualified
technician.
Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle,
close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully
before assembling or operating
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the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
openings blocked and do not restrict air-flow. Keep all open-
ings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce
airflow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body
away from openings and moving parts.
Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any
hot, smoking or burning objects.
Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapours.
Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
Do not use without all of the filters in place.
Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
Keep vacuuming area well lit.
Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
Turn o the on/o switch before unplugging the vacuum
cleaner.
Only use CE-approved 13 amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully
before assembling or operating
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WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum clean-
er from the electrical outlet before assembling, opening or
emptying the dirt container, connecting/ disconnecting the
attachments, or carrying out maintenance or troubleshooting
checks.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful unit.
Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure
the switch is in the ‘o’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner
firmly when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or extension tube is blocked,
switch o the vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s)
before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: We recommend that filters should be checked
and cleaned periodically. For washable filters, ensure they are
completely dry before inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
Do not wash with detergents. Only use warm water, max
40°C.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully
before assembling or operating
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Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully
before assembling or operating
Plug / Wiring advice
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
Non-rewireable plug
refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the appliance must not
be used.
Rewireable plug
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
Should the fuse need to be replaced, a 13 amp fuse approved to
BS1363/A must be used
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in a
rewireable plug. Rewireable plugs should only be replaced by a
suitably competent person. If in doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
the terminal marked with the letter N
to the terminal marked with the letter L
This appliance may be fitted with a “non-rewireable” plug. If you need
to change the fuse in a “non-rewireable” plug, the fuse cover must be
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vacuum cleaner
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Vacuum cleaner
Accessories
One hose, one telescope tube, one floor brush, one 2 in 1 crevice tool.
Vacuum cleaner Floor head
Combination nozzle
Extension tube Flexible hose 3X paper bags
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Getting to know your vacuum
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Part identification
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1Lock clip
2Front cover
3Dust full indicator
4 Speed control button
5Cord rewinding pedal
6 Power cord
7 Back cover
8 ON/OFF switch pedal
9Big wheel
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Assembling your vacuum cleaner
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Assembling your vacuum
Bringing it all together
Assembly
1. Insert the flexible hose coupling into the hose socket and push to
secure, a click will be heard
2. Fit the handle of the flexible hose into the extension tube and push fit
the extension tube into the (fig.1). The crevice nozzle can fit onto the
curved handle and the extension tube in a similar manner.
3. To adjust the length of the extension tube, press the extension tube
button and pull out the inner tube to the required length.
4. To remove the extension tube and accessories firmly pull apart.
5. To disconnect the flexible hose from the body of the cleaner ensure
that vacuum cleaner is switched o. Squeeze the hose release button
and pull apart.
Fig. 1
Handle
Extension tube button
Hose coupling Hose release button
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Using your vacuum
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Operating the appliance
1. Pull the power cord out of the
appliance and insert the mains plug
into the mains socket.
A YELLOW mark on the power cord
indicates the ideal cable length. Do
not extend the power cord beyond
the RED mark.
Warning: To avoid over heating
always extend to ideal cable length
BEFORE use.
2. Press the power button on top of
the appliance to switch on the
appliance.
3. You can quickly reduce the
suction power by pushing the air flow
regulator on the hose handle. Push it
forward, suction power will increase;
push it backward, suction power will
reduce.
Using the Cleaning Accessories
Dual position carpet / floor brush (Drawings for reference only)
Position 2: Bristles retracted
- For carpets
Position 1: Bristles extended
- For hard floors
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Position 1
Hard floor
Position 2
Carpet
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Combination tool (dusting brush and crevice tool)
For corners, edges or small spaces
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Nozzle use
Nozzle
Cleaning area
Floor &
carpets
Furniture Between
cushions
Curtains
Stairs
Walls
Skirting
edges
Radiators
Floor head
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Combination-brush
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Combination-crevice tool
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Storage
To store the vacuum cleaner
tidily when not in use, slide the
storage point on the floor head
into the socket at the rear of the
cleaner as shown.
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