FERREX GAS20 Product information sheet

User Manual
ASH AND DIRT VACUUM
CLEANER
Original User Manual

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Package contents/device components
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Motor head
2
Container
3
Vacuum hose
4
Filter
5
Filter screen
6
Vacuum nozzle
7
Vacuum tube
8
Rollers (x 3)
9
ON/OFF switch
10
Carry handle
11
Filter cleaning button
12
Blow connection
13
Mount for accessories
14
Filter mount
15
Safety switch
16
Vacuum connection
17
Handle
18
Snap lock (2x)
19
Power cable
20
Cable- and hose winder
User manual and warranty card (not shown)
Package contents/device components
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Table of content
Overview..................................................................................................................2
Package contents/device components.................................................................. 4
General information................................................................................................6
Reading and storing the user manual............................................................................6
Proper use...........................................................................................................................6
Foreseeable misuse...........................................................................................................6
Explanation of symbols........................................................................................... 7
Safety....................................................................................................................... 7
General safety instructions...............................................................................................8
Safety notes........................................................................................................................ 8
Safety notes for dry vacuums.......................................................................................... 11
Before first use....................................................................................................... 12
Check the device and scope of delivery........................................................................ 12
Assembly instruction..............................................................................................12
Mounting the rollers.........................................................................................................12
Mounting the motor head...............................................................................................13
Connecting the vacuum hose/accessories................................................................... 13
Disassembly........................................................................................................... 14
Removing the motor head..............................................................................................14
Removing accessories/the vacuum hose..................................................................... 14
Inserting/removing the filter................................................................................ 15
Inserting the filter.............................................................................................................15
Removing the filter...........................................................................................................15
Operation............................................................................................................... 16
Switching on the device.................................................................................................. 16
Switching off the device.................................................................................................. 16
Vacuuming........................................................................................................................ 16
Blowing.............................................................................................................................. 17
Filter cleaning function....................................................................................................17
Cleaning and storage.............................................................................................17
Cleaning.............................................................................................................................18
Storage...............................................................................................................................18
Transport................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 19
Technical data........................................................................................................20
Declaration of conformity...................................................................................... 21
Disposal..................................................................................................................22
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual is part of the ash and dirt vacuum cleaner (hereinafter
also called "device"). It contains important information on how to set up
and use the device.
Before using the device, read the operating manual carefully, in particular
the safety instructions. Failure to follow this operating manual may lead to severe
injuries or product damage.
This user manual is based on the standards and regulations that are valid within the
European Union. Outside the EU, please also note the country-specific directives and
laws.
Keep this operating manual for future reference. If you pass this device on to a third
party, you must also supply this operating manual.
This user manual is also available in PDF format from our after
sales support.
Proper use
Only use the device to vacuum dry, sufficiently cooled down ashes
(such as cold ashes from chimneys, coal stoves, grills or ashtrays)
and dry dirt. The blow function can be used to fan a fire outdoors
and to clean larger surfaces.
This device is intended for private use only and is not suitable for
commercial use. Use the device only as described in this operating
manual. Any other use is improper and may lead to product
damage or even personal injury. This device is not a toy.
The manufacturer or retailer assume no liability for damage
caused by improper or incorrect use.
Foreseeable misuse
Do not vacuum up hot, burning, smouldering, explosive or hazardous substances.
General information
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Explanation of symbols
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user manual, on the device
or on the packaging.
This symbol provides you with useful additional information on
handling and use.
Declaration of conformity (see chapter “Declaration of conformity”):
Products marked with this symbol meet all the applicable Community
regulations of the European Economic Area.
This symbol identifies devices that belong to the protection class II.
Do not use the device in the rain.
Vacuum cold ashes only. Ashes exceeding a temperature of 40°C
(104°F) poses a fire risk!
NO
WATER!
Do not soak up water.
Do not suck up burning objects.
Do not vacuum up any glowing objects.
MAX
4 0 ° C
Do not vacuum objects whose temperature is above 40°C.
Safety
The following signal words are used in this user manual.
Explanation of symbols
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WARNING! This signal symbol/word denotes a
hazard with an average risk level that
could lead to death or severe injury if
it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This signal symbol/word denotes a
hazard with a low risk level that could
lead to mild or moderate injury if it is
not avoided.
NOTE! This signal word provides a warning
about potential material damage.
General safety instructions
- Completely assemble the device according to this manual
before starting it up.
- Only use spare parts and accessories that are supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer. All warranty claims will
be void when using third-party parts.
- Only have repairs carried out by the customer service
authorised by the manufacturer.
Safety notes
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
Faulty electric installation or excess mains voltage can cause an
electric shock.
- Only connect the power cable if the mains voltage of the
socket matches the information shown on the rating plate.
- Only connect the power cable to an easily accessible socket so
that you can quickly disconnect it from the mains power in the
event of a malfunction.
Safety
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- Do not use the device if there is visible damage or if the power
cable is defective.
- Do not open the device. Leave repairs to a qualified service
technician. Contact the service address indicated on the
warranty card. Liability and warranty claims are excluded if
you carry out repairs yourself, improperly connect the device
to the power supply or operate it incorrectly.
- Do not immerse the device or the power cable in water or
other liquids.
- Never touch the power cable with wet/damp hands.
- Never pull the power cable out of the socket by the cord;
always grip the plug instead.
- Never use the power cable as a carry handle.
- Do not place any objects on the power cable.
- Keep the device and the power cable away from open flames
and hot surfaces.
- Install the power cable so that no-one can trip over it.
- Do not bend the power cable and do not pass it over sharp
edges.
- If the power cable of the device is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's customer
service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent
hazards.
- Never operate the device in damp rooms or at a relative
humidity of over 75%.
- Never store or use the device where it can fall into a tub or
sink. Do not use the device if it has fallen into water.
- Never reach for the device if it has fallen into water.
Immediately disconnect the device from the power supply.
- Disconnect the device from the mains in the case of a fault
(such as unusual noises or smoke).
Safety
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- Do not operate the device with an external timer or a separate
remote control system.
- Do not use the device during a thunderstorm. Switch it off and
pull the power cable out of the socket.
-While the device is not in use or is being cleaned, or if a
malfunction occurs, always turn the device off and disconnect
it from the power supply.
WARNING!
Danger to children and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental abilities (e.g. partially disabled, elderly
persons with reduced physical and mental abilities) or lack
of experience and knowledge (e.g. older children).
- Children aged 8 years and older as well as persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack of
experience and knowledge may only use the device if they
are supervised or have been given instruction on using the
device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
- Do not leave the device unattended when in use.
- Do not allow others to handle the device until you have read
and understood this operating manual or until you have been
instructed about its intended use and the associated risks.
-Never leave persons with physical, sensory or mental
impairments (such as children or drunk people) or persons
lacking experience and expertise (such as children)
unattended in proximity of the device.
- Cleaning or user maintenance must not be undertaken by
children unless supervised.
- Children must not play with the device or the connection
cable.
Safety
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Safety notes for dry vacuums
- Do not vacuum persons or animals with the device.
- Never point the vacuum hose and nozzles at your own body
or at other persons during operation, especially not at eyes
and ears.
- When working, make sure that the nozzles and the vacuum
tube are not at head level.
-Do not work without the filter. The device may be damaged.
-Do not vacuum up substances or dusts that are hot, glowing,
combustible, explosive or hazardous to health (dust classes L,
M, H). This includes hot ashes, petrol, solvents, acids or caustic
solutions. Personal injury could occur.
- Caution! Do not vacuum up hazardous substances (e.g. petrol,
solvents, acids or lyes) and ash from unauthorised fuels (e.g.
from oil-burning ovens or heating boilers). There is a risk of
injury.
- Do not vacuum up fne, combustible dusts. There is a risk of
explosion.
- Do not vacuum up hot ashes and hot, glowing or combustible
objects (e.g. charcoal, cigarettes...). There is a risk of fire.
- Do not vacuum up liquids, soot or plaster and cement dust.
There will damage the equipment.
- The vacuum must not exceed a temperature of 40°C. Vacuum
material that appears cool from the outside may still be hot
inside. Hot vacuum material can re-ignite in the air stream.
Furthermore, the equipment can be damaged.
In the event of a rise in temperature,switch off the equipment
and disconnect at the plug. Place the equipment outside and
monitor it as it cools.
Safety
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Before first use
Check the device and scope of delivery
WARNING!
Danger of suffocation!
Children may become tangled up in the packaging film when
playing with it and suffocate.
-Do not let children play with the packaging film.
NOTE!
Risk of damage!
If opening the packaging with a sharp knife or other pointed
objects, careless handling can damage the device.
- Therefore, be very careful when opening.
1. With both hands, lift the device out of the packaging.
2. Check that the delivery is complete (see chapter “Package contents/device
components”).
3. Inspect the device and individual parts for damage. Do not operate a damaged
device; instead, contact the manufacturer via the service center listed on the
warranty card.
Assembly instruction
Mounting the rollers
1. Turn the container
2
upside down.
There are three arrow marks on the
bottom of the container.
2. Place one roller
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each on the
bottom of the container so that the
outer edge reaches into the notch of
the roller.
The arrow marks should point towards
the centre of the roller.
3. Press down each roller until you hear it snap into place.
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Mounting the motor head
1. Place the motor head
1
on the
container
2
.
2. Hook the two clamps of the snap locks
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into the side of the motor head.
3. Push down both bottom parts of the
snap locks.
The motor head is mounted.
Connecting the vacuum hose/accessories
Connecting the vacuum hose
1. Push the vacuum hose
3
with one of
its connecting pieces into the vacuum
connection
16
.
2. Turn the connecting piece clockwise
until it engages.
The vacuum hose is attached.
Attaching accessories
1. Connect the vacuum tube
7
or the vacuum nozzle
6
to the free connecting
piece of the vacuum hose
3
, as desired.
Depending on the application: use the vacuum tube, the vacuum nozzle, a
combination of both or none of the accessories.
The accessories are attached.
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1
2
3
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1
3
6
16
7
7
3
Assembly instruction
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Disassembly
Removing the motor head
1. Pull up both bottom parts of the snap
locks
18
.
2. Slide the two clamps of the snap locks
outward from the edge of the motor
head
1
.
3. Lift the motor head off the container
2
.
The motor head is removed.
Removing accessories/the vacuum hose
Removing accessories
1. Grasp the parts you want to disconnect
one hand each.
2. Slightly twist the parts and pull them
apart.
The accessory is removed.
Removing the vacuum hose
1. Twist the connecting piece of the vacuum hose
3
all the way in counter-
clockwise direction and pull it off the vacuum connection
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.
The vacuum hose is removed.
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3
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Disassembly
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Inserting/removing the filter
Inserting the filter
1. Remove the motor head
1
(see
section "Removing the motor head").
2. Turn the motor head bottom up.
3. Place the filter screen
5
on the filter.
4. Place the filter
4
on the filter mount
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like this.
5. Screw the filter tightly onto the filter
mount in clockwise direction.
The filter has been correctly inserted
when it has a tight fit and when the
safety switch
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is covered by the filter screen.
6. Mount the motor head (see section "Mounting the motor head")
The filter is inserted.
Removing the filter
1. Remove the motor head
1
(see
section "Removing the motor head").
2. Turn the motor head bottom up.
3. Unscrew the filter
4
from the filter
mount in counter-clockwise direction.
4. Remove the filter and the filter screen
5
from the filter mount
14
.
The filter is removed.
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2
1
4
5
14
15
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7
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2
Inserting/removing the filter
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Operation
WARNING!
Risk of fire and explosion!
When mixing with the vacuumed air, certain substances can form
explosive mixtures or vapours.
- Do not vacuum up any flammable, combustible, explosive or
caustic gasses, vapours, liquids and dust.
- Do not vacuum up any flammable materials (such as wood)
- Do not vacuum up smouldering materials (such as cigarette
butts or ashes).
- During vacuuming, constantly check the hoses and the device
for heating.
Completely unwind the vacuum hose
3
before starting the device.
Switching on the device
If the filter
4
is not or wrongly inserted, the device cannot be switched
on (see section "Inserting the filter").
1. Press the ON/OFF switch
9
.
The device is switched on!
Switching off the device
1. Press the ON/OFF switch
9
.
The device is switched off!
Vacuuming
Do not vacuum with a wet or damp device!
1. Insert the filter
4
(see section "Inserting the filter").
2. Connect the vacuum hose and the accessories (see section "Connecting the
vacuum hose /accessories").
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3. Pick up the vacuum hose
3
.
4. Vacuum the area to be cleaned.
5. Switch off the device (see section "Switching off the device").
Blowing
1. Push the vacuum hose
3
with one of its connecting pieces into the blow
connection
12
.
Attach the vacuum tube
7
and/or the vacuum nozzle
6
, as desired.
2. Pick up the vacuum hose.
3. Switch on the device (see section "Switching on the device").
4. Blow down a surface or objects.
5. Switch off the device (see section "Switching off the device").
6. Connect the vacuum hose (see section "Connecting the vacuum hose").
Filter cleaning function
Use the filter cleaning function if you notice that the vacuum power decreases while
operating the device. This way, you can remove coarse debris from the filter
4
.
1. While the device is switched on, block the air inlet at the end of the vacuum hose
3
.
Push the opening down on the floor so that it is blocked.
2. Press and hold the filter cleaning button
11
several times in sequence.
If the vacuum power does not improve, empty the container
2
and clean the filter
(see section "Cleaning").
Cleaning and storage
WARNING!
Risk of damage!
- Do not hose the device down with water.
- Always check the device for obvious defects and faults before
use; have these repaired and defective parts exchanged, if
necessary.
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NOTE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling can damage the device.
- Do not use any aggressive cleaners, sharp or metallic cleaning
utensils such as knives, hard scrapers or similar items. These
could damage the surfaces.
Cleaning
We recommend that cleaning be carried out outdoors in a place
sheltered from the wind.
1. Switch the device off and disconnect it from the power supply.
2. Remove all accessories and the vacuum hose
3
(see section "Removing the
vacuum hose/accessories").
3. Remove the motor head
1
(see section "Removing the motor head").
4. Remove the filter
4
(see section "Removing the filter").
5. Knock the dust out of the filter.
6. Rinse the filter screen
5
under running water.
Dry the filter screen thoroughly.
7. Empty the container
2
.
8. Clean the motor head, the container, the filter, the accessories and the vacuum
hose with a slightly damp cloth.
9. Insert a filter (see section "Inserting the filter").
10. Mount the motor head (see section "Mounting the motor head").
The device is clean.
Storage
Only put a clean device into storage (see section "Cleaning").
1. Remove the accessories and the vacuum hose (see section "Accessories/
Removing the vacuum hose").
2. Remove the motor head (see section "Removing the motor head").
3. Store the accessories and the vacuum hose in the container.
4. Mount the motor head (see section "Mounting the motor head").
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5. Wind the power cable around the cable- and hose winder
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.
6. Store the device in a clean, dry, frost-protected place out of the reach of children.
Transport
- Exclusively transport the device in normal position; prevent tilting while
transporting.
- When transporting the device in vehicles, the device must be secured in
accordance with the applicable regulations (load securing).
Troubleshooting
Malfunction Possible cause Troubleshooting
Vacuumed material is
blown out again at the
motor head.
Filter is damaged Replace the filter (see section
"Inserting/removing the filter").
Motor does not run or stops
during operation.
Safety switch is not
covered
Check the correct fit of the filter
(see section "Inserting the
filter").
Power supply
interrupted
Check that the power plug fits
properly. Connect another
device to the outlet to test it.
ON/OFF switch defective
Contact customer serviceWorn carbon brushes
Motor defective
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Malfunction Possible cause Troubleshooting
Very low or no vacuum
power.
Vacuum hose, vacuum
tube or accessories are
clogged
Clean the vacuum hose, the
vacuum tube and the
accessories (see section
"Cleaning").
The vacuum hose is not
correctly attached
Connect the vacuum hose
correctly (see section
"Connecting the vacuum hose/
accessories").
Container open Close the container (see section
"Mounting the motor head").
Container full Empty the container (see
section "Cleaning").
Filter capacity
exhausted
Clean or replace the filter (see
section "Cleaning").
Filter clogged
Use the filter cleaning function
(see section "Filter cleaning
function")
If the problem persists, contact the customer service listed on the last page.
Technical data
Model GAS20
Mains connection: 230-240 V ~; 50 Hz
Motor output 1300 W
Container volume approx. 20 l
Hose length approx. 150 cm
Weight approx. 4.6 kg
Machine safety class: II
Max temperature ashes: 40 °C
Suction power: 17-19 kPa
Power cord lenght: 5 m
Item number 820212
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