Easy@Home VC9385S User manual

CLEANING
CARPET CLEANER
User Manual
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User-friendly
Manual

Package contents................................................................ 3
Components ............................................................................. 6
Required tools (not included)................................................ 6
General information............................................................ 7
Reading and storing the user manual ..................................7
Proper use..................................................................................7
Explanation of symbols ...........................................................7
Safety ...................................................................................8
Signal symbol/word definitions............................................ 8
General safety instructions .................................................... 8
Checking the product and package contents ..................11
Product assembly...............................................................11
Carpet preparation ............................................................12
Operation............................................................................12
Filling the water solution tank.............................................. 12
Cleaning a carpet.................................................................... 14
Tips for carpet cleaning ......................................................... 14
Emptying the dirty water tank ............................................. 15
Cleaning............................................................................. 15
Cleaning the filters ................................................................. 16
Cleaning the product ............................................................. 17
Storage ...............................................................................17
Troubleshooting.................................................................17
Technical data ................................................................... 18
Disposal.............................................................................. 18
Disposing of the packaging ..................................................18
Disposing of the product .......................................................18
Warranty details................................................................ 19
Repair and refurbished goods or parts notice................20
Contents

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Package contents
Dok./Rev.-Nr. 197672_20190725
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FULL
FILL LINE
DO NOT OVERFULL
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Package contents

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Package contents
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Package contents
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UNLOCK
LOCK
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Package contents
Components
1Handle
2Solution release trigger
3Water solution tank cap
4Maximum filling line (FULL)
5On/off switch (I/0)
6Full line
7Dirty water tank
8Exhaust filter housing
9Dirty water tank handle
10 Dirty water tank locking latch
11 Water solution tank
12 Water solution tank release lever
13 Cord clip
14 Cord hooks
15 Carrying handle
16 Mains cord
17 Handle release pedal
18 Screw, 2×
19 Dirty water tank cap
20 Filter
21 Motor filter
Required tools (not included)
22 Crosshead screwdriver
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General information
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual accompanies this carpet cleaner (hereafter referred to
as the “product”), and contains important information on setup and
handling.
Before using the product, read the user manual carefully. This
particularly applies to the safety instructions. Failure to do so may result in personal
injury or damage to the product.
Store the user manual for further use. Make sure to include this user manual when
passing the product on to third parties.
You may contact us at [e-mail] for electronic file of IM.
Proper use
The product is exclusively designed for cleaning carpets. It is only intended for
private use and not suitable for commercial purposes.
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other use is considered
improper and may result in damage to property or persons.
The manufacturer or vendor cannot be held liable for damages or injury incurred
through improper or incorrect use.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this user manual, on the product or on the
packaging.
This symbol provides you with useful additional information on
handling and use.
This symbol identifies appliances that correspond to protection
class II.
IPX4 The product is protected against water splashing from any angle.
36 Warranty period: 36 months (3 years)

Safety
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Safety
Signal symbol/word definitions
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user manual.
WARNING!
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with moderate risk, which may result in death or
severe injury if not avoided.
CAUTION!
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with low risk, which may result in minor or
moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE! This signal word warns of possible damage to
property.
General safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
A faulty electrical installation, excessive line voltage, or incorrect
operation may result in an electric shock.
− Only connect the product if the line voltage of the socket
corresponds to the data on the rating plate.
− Only connect the product to an easily accessible socket so that
you can quickly disconnect it from the mains supply in the
event of a problem.
− Do not use the product if it is damaged or if the mains cord or
plug is defective.
− If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
− Do not open the housing; instead, have a qualified
professional perform repairs. Contact a qualified workshop
for this. Liability and warranty claims are waived in the event

Safety
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of repairs performed by the user, improper connection or
incorrect operation.
− Only parts that comply with the original device data may
be used for repairs. This product contains electrical and
mechanical parts which are essential for providing protection
against sources of danger.
− Do not use the product with an external timer or separate
remote control system.
− Do not immerse the product or the mains cord in water or
other liquids.
− Never touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.
− Do not pull the mains plug out of the socket by the cord;
instead, always pull it out by the plug itself.
− Never move, pull, or carry the product by its mains cord.
− Keep the product and mains cord away from open flames and
hot surfaces.
− Lay the mains cord so that it does not pose a tripping hazard.
− Do not kink the mains cord and do not lay it over sharp edges.
− Only use the product indoors. Do not use the product in damp
rooms or in the rain.
− Do not place the product such that there is a risk of it falling
into a tub or sink.
− Never reach to retrieve an electrical device if it has fallen into
water. In such a case, immediately disconnect the mains plug.
− Never insert any objects into the housing.
− Always switch the product off and unplug it when you are
not using it, when you intend to clean it, or in the event of a
malfunction.
− WARNING: The mains plug must be removed from the mains
socket before cleaning or maintaining the product.

Safety
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WARNING!
Danger for children and persons with impaired physical,
sensory or mental capacities (e.g. partially disabled persons,
older persons with reduced physical and mental capacities), or
lack of experience and knowledge (e.g. older children).
− This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be
made by children without supervision.
− Keep children away from the product and mains cord.
− Do not leave the product unattended while in use.
− Make sure that children do not play with the plastic wrapping.
They may get caught in it when playing and suffocate.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage to the
product.
− Never expose the product to high temperatures (heaters etc.)
or to the effects of the weather (rain etc.).
− Stop using the product if any of the parts are cracked, broken,
or deformed. Only replace damaged parts with corresponding
original spare parts.
− Do not use the product to suck up any liquid other than the
cleaning solution dispensed from it.
− Do not use the product to suck up such wet or damp materials
as mud, tile grout, plaster filler, or caulking.
− Do not use the product without the tanks in place.

Checking the product and package contents
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− Make sure all openings and outlets are free and clear of any
blockage that may reduce airflow.
− Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and other body parts away
from the openings and moving parts.
− Do not use the product to suck up flammable or toxic liquids
such as gasoline, chlorine bleach or drain cleaner, or use it in
areas where they may be present.
− Do not suck up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
Checking the product and package contents
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
If you are not cautious when opening the packaging with a sharp
knife or other pointed object, you may quickly damage the product.
− For this reason, be very careful when opening it.
1. Take the product out of the packaging.
2. Check to make sure that all parts are included (see Fig. A).
3. Check whether the product or individual parts are damaged. If this is the case, do
not use the product. Contact the manufacturer via the service address indicated
on the warranty card.
Product assembly
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the product may cause injury.
− Do not connect the product to a mains socket until it is fully
assembled.
− Do not operate the product without the handle being firmly
screwed into place.

Carpet preparation
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1. Set the product in an upright position.
2. Place the handle 1firmly onto the main body of the product (see Fig. B).
Make sure that the cord clip 13 is on the same side as the cord hooks 14 .
3. Using a crosshead screwdriver 22 , drive one screw 18 into each side of the handle
and fasten them securely (see Fig. B).
Do not overtighten the screws, as this could strip the screw holes.
Carpet preparation
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Using the product as a dry vacuum will damage it.
− Only use the product with an appropriate carpet cleaning
solution.
1. Remove as much furniture from the room as possible. Place a plastic or other
protective covering under and around any furniture left in the room.
2. Thoroughly vacuum the carpet to be cleaned with a regular vacuum cleaner.
3. Dampen a white cloth with the carpet cleaning solution you are going to use with
the product.
4. Rub the cloth gently over a small test area on the carpet and check for any colour
bleeding. If the cloth remains clean, it should be safe to clean the carpet.
Operation
Filling the water solution tank
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the product may cause injury.
− Always unplug the product before filling the water solution
tank.
− Avoid prolonged skin contact with cleaning solutions.

Operation
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− Keep carpet cleaning solution out of the reach of children.
− In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Using the product without the water solution tank in place or with a
wrong solution may damage the product.
− Always make sure that the water solution tank is properly in
place before using the product.
− Do not use any solvents, cleaners with strong acidic or strong
alkali formulas, or any type of cleaning solution not specifically
for use in carpet cleaning machines.
• Only use suitable (low-foaming) carpet cleaning solution. Using
incorrect solutions may cause excess foaming, which will prevent
the product from working effectively.
• Carpet cleaning solution is NOT included. Most commercially
available low foaming carpet cleaning solutions may be used.
Always read the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
1. Unplug the product.
2. Lift up on the water solution tank release lever 12 and then remove the water
solution tank 11 from the product (see Fig. C).
3. Unscrew and then remove the water solution tank cap 3from the water
solution tank.
4. Following the instructions on the bottle, add the cleaning solution and then fill
the water solution tank with warm tap water (max. 40 °C / 104 °F).
Do not fill over the maximum filling line (FULL) 4.
5. Replace the water solution tank cap.
6. Place the water solution tank back into position by pushing it down until it clicks
into place.
Repeat the steps above (except step 4) to empty the water solution
tank after use and before storage.

Operation
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Cleaning a carpet
• Before cleaning, determine where to start and stop, making sure
you will not walk over previously cleaned areas.
• Do not oversaturate the carpet with cleaning solution.
• For heavily soiled areas, additional applications may be necessary.
1. Plug the mains cord 16 into a mains socket and turn the product on by setting
the on/off switch 5to the ON position (I).
2. Step on the handle release pedal 17 to lower the handle 1into the cleaning
position (see Fig. D).
3. While pressing the solution release trigger 2, pull the product in a backwards
direction towards you.
4. Release the solution release trigger and push the product forwards in the same
path to remove the dirty cleaning solution from the carpet.
5. Repeat steps 3–4 to clean other parts of the carpet or heavily soiled areas.
6. When cleaning is done, turn the product off by setting the on/off switch to the
OFFposition (O).
7. Push the handle forwards until it is positioned upright and locked into place.
8. Unplug the product and wrap the mains cord around the cord hooks 14 .
Tips for carpet cleaning
• Use the carrying handle 15 to lift up the product and move it to the desired
cleaning location.
• Do not run the product over the mains cord 16 by holding any excess cord in
your free hand while cleaning.
• Use a steady, moderate, forwards and backwards motion.
• Always work from back to front across a room to avoid stepping on wet carpet.
• Do not make the carpet too wet. Use no more than two sets of forwards and
backwards strokes while releasing carpet cleaning solution. Always follow with
dry strokes; the more dry strokes the better.
• Wipe any cleaning solution from woodwork and furniture to prevent any
damage.
• Allow plenty of time for the carpet to dry and avoid walking on it until it is dry.
• Increased air circulation (open doors, fans, etc.) or the use of a dehumidifier will
help the carpet dry thoroughly and prevent the growth of mold or mildew.
• Vacuum the carpet thoroughly before cleaning it and after it has dried.

Cleaning
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Emptying the dirty water tank
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the product may cause injury.
− Always unplug the product before emptying the dirty water
tank.
An automatic shut-off device prevents the product from picking up
more dirty water than the dirty water tank can hold. You will know the
dirty water tank needs to be emptied when:
• the motor sound rises in pitch,
• the dirty solution has reached the FULL line 6in the dirty water
tank.
1. Unplug the product.
2. Unlock the dirty water tank 7by pressing the dirty water tank locking latch 10
and lifting up the dirty water tank handle 9at the same time (see Fig. E).
3. Remove the dirty water tank from the product.
4. Open the dirty water tank cap 19 by turning it anticlockwise, so the grip points
to the word “unlock” (see Fig. F).
5. Empty the dirty water tank, replace the dirty water tank cap and turn it to the
“lock” position. Then place the dirty water tank back into the product (see Fig. G).
6. Push the dirty water tank handle down until the dirty water tank locking latch
clicks into place.
Cleaning
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the product may cause injury.
− Always unplug the product when not in use, refilling the tanks,
cleaning it, or performing maintenance.

Cleaning
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NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Do not use any aggressive cleaners, brushes with metal or
nylon bristles, or sharp or metallic cleaning utensils such as
knives, hard scrapers and the like. They could damage the
surfaces.
− Never immerse the motor unit in water or any other liquids
and do not rinse it under the tap or with a hose.
Cleaning the filters
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Do not clean the filters with any chemicals as this will destroy
them.
1. Remove the dirty water tank 7as described in the chapter “Emptying the dirty
water tank”.
2. Remove the exhaust filter housing 8from the dirty water tank (see Fig. H).
3. Pull out the filter 20 from the exhaust filter housing (see Fig. I).
4. Rinse the filter with warm water (max. 40 °C / 104 °F). Allow the filter to dry
thoroughly.
5. Replace the filter and put the exhaust filter housing back into the dirty water
tank.
6. With the dirty water tank still removed, pull out the motor filter 21 (see Fig. J).
7. Rinse the motor filter with warm water. Allow the motor filter to dry thoroughly.
8. Replace the motor filter and put the dirty water tank back into the product as
described in the chapter “Emptying the dirty water tank”.

Storage
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Cleaning the product
1. Unplug the product.
2. Make sure the water solution tank 11 and the dirty water tank 7are empty
(see chapter “Filling the water solution tank” and “Emptying the dirty water tank”).
3. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe off the product and accessories. Then let all parts
dry completely.
Storage
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Mineral deposits and mildew can form when cleaning solution
and/ or water is left in the tanks, affecting the performance of the
product.
− Do not store the product with cleaning solution left in the
water solution tank or dirty water left in the dirty water tank.
All parts must be completely dry before being stored.
− Always store the product in a dry area.
− Protect the product from direct sunlight.
− Store the product so that it is not accessible to children.
Troubleshooting
Some problems may be caused by minor faults that you can fix yourself. To do so,
follow the instructions in the following table. If it is still not possible to resolve the
problem, contact customer service. Do not repair the product yourself.
Problem Solution
The product will not
operate.
− Make sure the product is plugged in.
− Make sure that the mains socket is not defective.
Not enough suction
during cleaning.
− Empty the dirty water tank; it may be full and the
automatic shut-off engaged.
− Make sure the dirty water tank is properly installed.
Cleaning solution will
not dispense.
− Make sure the water solution tank is fully inserted
and securely in place.
− Refill the water solution tank if it is empty.

Technical data
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Technical data
Model: VC9385S
Power supply: 230 V~ 50 Hz
Output: 600 W
Protection class: II
IP code: IPX4
Water solution tank capacity: 1.6 L to FULL line (max. capacity 2.3 L)
Dirty water tank capacity: 1.8 L to FULL line (max. capacity 2.5 L)
Product code: 99650
Disposal
Disposing of the packaging
− Sort the packaging before you dispose of it. Dispose of paperboard and
cardboard with the recycled paper service and wrappings with the appropriate
collection service.
Disposing of the product
− Should the product no longer be capable of being used at some point in time,
dispose of it in accordance with the regulations in force in your city or
county.
− Please ensure your recycling information applies to the local regulations.

[e-mail]
1800-898 750
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
Carpet Cleaner
Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for
a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this
warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at
our discretion. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and
remedies in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Competition
and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
3
YEARS
WARRANTY
REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE AT www.aldi.com.au/en/about-aldi/product-registration/
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Repair and Refurbished Goods
or Parts Notice
Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be
returned to the Supplier for repair.
Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data
(such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a
mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games
console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of repair, some or all of
your stored data may be lost.
We recommend you save this data elsewhere prior to sending the product for repair.
You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with
refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process.
Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used where
they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications.
If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may escalate
your complaint. Please telephone us on 1800-898 750 or write to us at:
Install + Fix Solutions
Unit 1, 9 Kingsbury Street, Brendale QLD 4500, AUSTRALIA
1800-898 750 (08:30 am–6:00 pm AEST)
[e-mail]
Carpet Cleaner
[e-mail]
1800-898 750
AFTER SALES SUPPORT 3
YEARS
WARRANTY
REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE AT www.aldi.com.au/en/about-aldi/product-registration/
TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION