EINHELL HOME TH-VC 1820 S User manual

Art.-Nr.: 23.421.69 I.-Nr.: 11013
Original operating instructions
Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner
TH-VC 1820 S
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Important!
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Please read the complete operating manual with due
care. Keep this manual in a safe place so that the
information is available at all times. If you give the
equipment to any other person, give them these
operating instructions as well.
We cannot accept any liability for damage or
accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these
instructions and the safety information.
1. Safety information
Important: read the operating instructions before
assembling and using the appliance for the first
time.
Check that the mains voltage is the same as the
mains voltage specified on the rating plate.
Pull out the power plug in the following
circumstances: whenever the appliance is not in
use, before opening the appliance and before all
cleaning and maintenance work.
Never clean the appliance with solvents.
Never pull the plug out of the socket by pulling
the cable.
Never leave the appliance unattended when
operational.
Keep away from children.
Take care to ensure that the power cable does
not get damaged by being run over, crushed,
pulled or suchlike.
Do not use the machine if the power cable is in a
less than perfect condition.
If the power cable has to be replaced, the
replacement must comply with the design
specifications of the manufacturer.
Power cable: H 05 VV - F 2 x 0.75 mm2
Never vacuum the following: burning matches,
smoldering ash and cigarette butts, combustible,
caustic, inflammable or explosive substances,
vapor or liquids.
This appliance is not suitable for vacuuming dust
which can be harmful to health.
Store the appliance in a dry indoor location.
Never use the appliance if it is damaged.
Only allow the appliance to be serviced by an
authorized after sales service outlet.
Only use the appliance to carry out work for
which has been designed.
Take extra care when cleaning steps.
Use only genuine accessories and spare parts.
2. Layout and items supplied
1 Handle
2 On/Off switch
3 Appliance head
4 Filter basket
5 Safety float valve
6 Locking hook
7 Container
8 Suction hose connector
9 Blow connector
10. Flexible hose
11 3-part suction tube
12 Combination nozzle
13 Wheels
14 Dirt bag
15 Foamed plastic filter
16 Crevice nozzle
17 Adapter
18 Additional filter
19 Hook for cable store
3. Intended use
The wet and dry vacuum cleaner is designed for wet
and dry vacuuming using the appropriate filter. The
appliance is not suitable for the vacuuming of
combustible, explosive or harmful substances.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of
misuse. The user / operator and not the
manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries
of any kind caused as a result of this.
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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.

Please note that our equipment has not been
designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial
applications. Our warranty will be voided if the
equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial
businesses or for equivalent purposes.
4. Technical data
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5. Before starting the equipment
Important!
Before you connect the equipment to the mains
supply make sure that the data on the rating
plate are identical to the mains data.
The appliance may only be connected to a
shock-proof socket!
5.1 Appliance assembly
Fitting the appliance head (Fig. 4)
The appliance head (3) is fastened to the container
(7) by the locking hook (6). To remove the appliance
head (3), open the locking hook (6) and remove the
appliance head (3). When fitting the appliance head
(3), make sure that the locking hook (6) locks into
place correctly.
Assembling the wheels (Fig. 5)
Fit the wheels (13) in accordance with fig. 5.
Fitting the handle (Fig. 8)
Use a screwdriver to fit the handle (8).
Mounting the hook for the cable store (Fig. 12)
Press the hook for the cable store (19) into the mount.
After use, the power cable can be wound up onto the
hook (19) and the head (3).
5.2 Fitting the filter
Important!
Never use the wet and dry vacuum cleaner without a
filter!
Always ensure that the filters are perfectly secure!
Fitting the foam filter (Fig. 6)
For wet-vacuuming, slip the supplied foamed plastic
filter (15) over the filter basket (Figs. 2/4).
Fitting the additional filter (Fig. 7)
For dry vacuum cleaning always use the supplied
additional filter (18). Mount the additional filter, so
that no air is sucked through the filter cage (4)
without being filtered.
Assembling the dirt bag (Fig. 9)
For vacuuming fine, dry dirt it is recommended that
you fit the dirt bag (14). Slip the dirt bag (14) over the
vacuuming hole. The dirt bag (14) is suitable for dry-
vacuuming only. The dirt bag makes it easier to
dispose of the sucked-in dust.
5.3 Fitting the suction hose (Fig. 3, 10, 11)
Connect the suction hose (10) to the corresponding
connector on the wet and dry vacuum cleaner,
depending on the application required.
Vacuuming
Connect the suction hose (10) to the suction hose
connector (8)
Blowing
Connect the suction hose (10) to the blow connector
(9)
One or more of the elements which make up the 3-
part suction tube (11) can be attached to the suction
hose (10) to extend it. The adapter (17) must be
inserted between the suction tube (10) and the
combination nozzle (12) or crevice nozzle (16).
5.4 Suction nozzles
Combination nozzle (12)
The combination nozzle (12) with attachments is for
vacuuming solids and liquids over medium to large
areas. The crevice nozzle (16) is specially designed
for cleaning cervices and edges.
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6. Operation
Important!
Switch off the equipment if liquid or foam is emitted
with the exhaust air when wet vacuum cleaning.
6.1 On/Off switch (Fig. 1)
Switch position 0: Off
Switch position I: On
6.2 Dry vacuuming
Use the dirt bag (14) and the additional filter (18) for
dry vacuuming (see point 5.2).
Always ensure that the filters are perfectly secure.
6.3 Wet vacuuming
For wet-vacuuming, use the foam filter (15) (see
point 5.2).
Check that the filter is securely fitted at all times.
Important.
When wet vacuuming, the floating safety switch (5)
turns off the wet and dry vacuum cleaner
automatically when the maximum level is reached.
Important!
The wet and dry vacuum cleaner is not suitable for
the vacuuming of combustible liquids.
For wet vacuuming, use only the supplied foam filter.
6.4 Blowing
Connect the suction hose (10) to the blow connector
(9) on the wet and dry vacuum cleaner.
7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering
of spare parts
Important!
Always pull out the mains power plug before starting
any cleaning work.
7.1 Cleaning
Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor
housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.
We recommend that you clean the equipment
immediately after you use it.
7.2 Cleaning the appliance head (3)
Clean the appliance regularly with a damp cloth and
some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or
solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic
parts in the appliance.
7.3 Cleaning the container (7)
The container can be cleaned with a damp cloth and
some soft soap or under running water, depending
on the amount of dirt.
7.4 Cleaning the foam filter (15)
Clean the foam filter (15) with a little soft soap under
running water and allow it to air-dry.
7.5 Servicing
At regular intervals and before each use, check that
the filters in the wet and dry vacuum cleaner are
securely fitted.
7.6. Ordering spare parts
Please provide the following information on all orders
for spare parts:
Model/type of the equipment
Article number of the equipment
ID number of the equipment
Part number of the required spare part
For our latest prices and information please go to
www.einhell.com.au
8. Replacing the power cable
If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-
sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid
danger.
9. Disposal and recycling
The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it
from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in
this packaging can be reused or recycled. The
equipment and its accessories are made of various
types of material, such as metal and plastic.
Defective components must be disposed of as
special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council.
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