Grundig VCH 5340 User manual

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Product code 1807604
VCH 5340
RECHARGEABLE 2-IN-1 STICK &
HANDHELD VACUUM CLEANER

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SAFETY AND SET-UP _________________________
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before
using this appliance. Follow all the safety instructions
to avoid damage caused by improper use.
Keep this instruction manual for future reference. If this
appliance is given to a third party, then this instruction
manual must also be handed over.
 The appliance is designed for domestic use only. It
should not be used for any commercial purpose.
 Extreme caution is advised when the appliance
is being used near children and persons who are
restricted in their physical, sensory or mental abilities.
 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. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children unless they are older
than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its
adapter out of reach of children aged less than 8
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 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
 Never use the appliance if the adapter or the
appliance is damaged. GRUNDIG Household
Appliances meet applicable safety standards. Therefore,
if the appliance or its adapter is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Faulty or unqualified repair work may cause danger
and risk to the user. Do not repair it yourself as you
run the risk of an electric shock!
 The appliance can only be charged by the charger
adapter provided. Do not use the charger adapter
to charge any other appliance.
 The battery must be disposed in accordance with
the applicable legal regulations. Never throw the
battery into a fire as it may explode.
 The appliance’s battery must be removed and
disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner
by a qualified expert.
 Do not use the appliance for anything other than its
intended use.
 Only use this appliance indoors. Do not use this
appliance in the bathroom, on wet surfaces or for
vacuuming anything that is wet.
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 Shield the charger adapter from extreme heat, direct
sunlight, wetness and dust.
 Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight or
any other heat source whilst charging.
 Make sure that your local power supply
corresponds to the information on the label.
 For additional protection, this appliance should be
connected to a household residual current device
with a rating of no more than 30 mA. Consult your
electrician for advice.
 Warning – life threatening! The appliance and the
charger adapter must not be immersed in water or
any other liquid during cleaning or operation as
there is a high risk of electric shock. The power cord
or adapter must not be immersed in water or any
other liquid. Do not hold any part of the appliance
under running water.
 Should the unit happen to fall into water, unplug
the power adapter immediately if connected to the
power supply and have the unit examined by an
expert before further use.
 Do not disconnect the charger adapter by pulling on
the cord.
 Avoid damaging the power cord by not squeezing,
bending or rubbing it on sharp edges. Keep the
power cord away from hot surfaces and open flames.
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 Do not let the cord of the charger adapter hang
over the edge of a table or counter.
 Do not use an extension cord with the appliance.
Always connect the appliance to a wall socket.
 Do not dismantle or open the appliance under any
circumstances. No warranty claims are accepted for
damage caused by improper handling.
 Risk of electric shock! Never attempt to repair
the vacuum yourself. The vacuum should only be
repaired by a qualified expert if it malfunctions.
 Switch off the appliance and disconnect from the
power supply (power socket) before changing
accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
 Make sure that the appliance’s ventilation slits are not
covered or that the ventilation is in any way affected.
 Keep all body parts, such as hair and fingers, and
loose clothing away from openings or moving parts
while it is being used.
 Do not insert foreign objects into the interior of the housing.
 Before using the appliance for the first time, carefully
clean all parts. Please see details in the “Cleaning
and care” section.
 Dry the appliance and all accessories before
connecting it to the mains supply and before
attaching the parts.
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 Do not place this appliance on hotplates (gas,
electric or coal stoves etc.). Keep this appliance
away from all hot surfaces.
 Never use the appliance in or near to combustible/
inflammable places and materials.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner to clean up the
following: any sharp objects (i.e. broken glass),
smouldering or burning objects (i.e. hot ashes, lit
cigarettes), solvents or flammable liquids.
 Only use the parts provided with the appliance.
Operate the appliance with delivered parts only to
avoid the risk of injury. Using components from other
companies or non-original replacement parts can
lead to fire, electric shock or other accidents.
 Never use this appliance with damp or wet hands,
or if standing on a wet floor.
 Position the appliance so the charger adapter is
always accessible.
 Danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging materials
away from children.
 Remove all packaging materials and labels and
dispose of them according to the applicable legal
regulations. Please contact your local authority in
regard to disposal and recycling in your area.
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 No liability can be assumed for possible damages
that may have been caused by incorrect usage or
mishandling of the appliance.
 Do not use the vacuum when it is still connected to
the charger adapter.
 Do not use the appliance without the dust collection
container or filter.
 Let the unit cool down sufficiently before storage.
 Should the battery leak, take care that the leaked
acid does not come into contact with your skin.
 Products sold in the UK have a British Standard
plug. In the event of an electrical overload the fuse
may blow. Please have the fuse replaced by the
manufacturer or qualified service personnel.
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AT A GLANCE _______________________________
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
GRUNDIG Vacuum Cleaner VCH 5340.
Please read the following user notes carefully so you
can enjoy your quality GRUNDIG product for many
years to come.
A responsible approach!
GRUNDIG focuses on contractually agreed
social working conditions with fair wages for
both internal employees and suppliers, as
well as on the efficient use of raw materials
with continual waste reduction of several
tones of plastic each year.
For a future worth living.
For a good reason. Grundig.
Special features
The GRUNDIG Rechargeable 2-in-1 Upright and
Handheld Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with:
 A sleek and modern upright vacuum that houses the
convenient handheld vacuum for cleaning in small
spaces.
 Built-in 18V rechargeable NiMH battery.
 15 minutes of cordless vacuuming.
 Cyclonic filter system and dust collection capacity of
0.4 litres.
 High performance motor enables efficient cleaning.
 LED light in the upright vacuum base enhances
visibility when cleaning floors.
 Adjustable handle (180° to 130°) makes cleaning
under furniture much easier.
 Space saving fold-down handle for compact storage
as well as an in-built storage space for accessories.
 Two accessories for cleaning fabric and getting into
tight corners.
Controls and parts
Please refer to the illustration on page 3.
A Upright vacuum On/Off switch O/I
B Handheld release button
C Handheld vacuum
D Handheld vacuum handle
E Handheld vacuum On/Off switch O/I
F Charger indicator
G Dust container release button
H Dust container window
I Dust container
J Vacuum viewing window
K LED light
L Upright vacuum base with brush
M Base stand
N Upright vacuum handle
O Adjustable handle button
P Upright vacuum housing
Q Charger adapter port
R Accessory storage space
S Charger adapter
T Brush nozzle
U Crevice nozzle
V Filter unit
W Outer filter
X Inner filter

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OPERATION ________________________________
Preparation
Before first use
1 Remove all packaging material and stickers.
Dispose of them according to the applicable
statutory regulations.
2 Before using the appliance for the first time,
carefully clean all parts. (See the “Cleaning and
care” section.)
3 Insert the accessory storage space unit R onto the
base stand M until you hear it click into place.
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Assembling the upright vacuum
1 Press the adjustable handle button O and
straighten the handle.
2 Insert the handheld vacuum C into the upright
vacuum by placing the handheld vacuum nozzle
end in first and then pushing the rest of the unit into
the upright vacuum housing P until you hear it
click into place.
3 Slot the upright vacuum into the upright vacuum
base L until it is firmly fixed in place.
Charging the battery
1 Insert the charger adapter S into the charger
adapter port Q. You can charge the vacuum when
the upright vacuum is assembled, or when the
handheld vacuum is detached.
2 Insert the charger adapter S into a wall socket.
– The charger indicator F lights up red when it is
charging. The indicator will disappear when it is
full charged.
– The vacuum cleaner must be turned off while it is
charging.
– The vacuum cleaner is fully charged after
approximately 14 hours and the operating time
is up to 15 minutes.
3 When you have finished charging the vacuum
cleaner, make sure you disconnect the charger
adapter S from the charger adapter port Q and
pull out the charger adapter S from the wall socket.
Note
 Fully recharge the battery when it is nearly empty to
increase the battery’s lifespan.
 Charge the battery at a room temperature between
0°C and 37°C.
 To increase the battery’s lifespan, charge the battery
completely before first use for approximately 16
hours and discharge it again completely.
 The maximum charging time is 24 hours and must
not be exceeded. When the adapter is charging, it is
normal for it to become slightly warm.
 When the battery is low, the vacuum will lose suction
and must be recharged.

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Upright vacuum cleaning
1 To assemble the vacuum, see the “Assembling the
upright vacuum” section.
2 Remove the vacuum from the base stand M.
3 To turn on, press the On/Off switch A to the I
position.
4 To adjust the angle of the handle N, press the
adjustable handle button O and move the handle
to the 130° or 180° position.
5 To turn off, press the On/Off switch A to the O
position.
The dust container I has 0.4L capacity. Make
sure you empty it when it is full or the vacuum
will not have any suction power.
To avoid scratching hard wood floors, check the
wheels and brush are clean and remove any
dirt as necessary.
Handheld vacuum cleaning
1 Press the handheld release button B. Hold the
handheld vacuum handle D to lift it out of the
upright vacuum’s housing P.
2 Attach either the brush T or the crevice U nozzle
to the handheld vacuum as shown below.
3 To turn on, press the On/Off switch E to the I
position.
4 To turn off, press the On/Off switch E to the O
position.
Note
 The brush accessory is excellent for cleaning fabrics
such as sofas while the crevice accessory helps you
vacuum the smallest of spaces.
 The dust container I has 0.4L capacity. Make sure
you empty it when it is full or the vacuum will not
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INFORMATION _____________________________
Cleaning and care
Each time you use the appliance or if excessive dust
creates a jam, you should clean the vacuum nozzles,
brushes and dust container.
Caution
 Never use petrol, solvents or abrasive cleaners,
metal objects or hard brushes to clean the
appliance.
 Never submerge the upright or handheld vacuum
in water.
 Never put the dust container or filters in the
dishwasher.
 Clean the unit after each use. Make sure no water
gets inside the vacuum as it could damage the
motor. A replacement motor is not covered by the
warranty and can only be replaced by a qualified
service centre.
 It is important to clean the vacuum thoroughly and
regularly as blockages or excessive dust could
damage the unit.
Cleaning the dust container
and filters
1 Press the handheld release button B. Hold the
handheld vacuum handle D to lift it out of the
upright vacuum’s housing P.
2 Press and hold the dust container release button G
while you detach the filter unit V.
3 Pull the outer filter unit W out of the filter unit V.
4 Twist the inner filter X clockwise until you can
easily separate it from the outer filter W.
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5 Empty the filter unit V, outer filter W and inner
filter X of any dust and rinse them thoroughly
under running water.
6 Dry all parts thoroughly and reassemble them.
Cleaning the exterior and accessories
1 Lift the upright vacuum off the base stand M.
2 Use a damp cloth and a mild cleaning agent to
wipe the exterior of the upright and handheld
vacuum including the accessories and their storage
space.
3 Make sure there is no debris inside the brush T or
crevice U nozzle.
4 Place the clean nozzles in the appropriate slots in
the accessory storage space.
5 Reassemble the handheld vacuum into the upright
vacuum.
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Cleaning the roller brush
1 Separate the upright vacuum from the upright
vacuum base with brush L by pressing the release
button and separating the two parts as shown
below.
2 Use a pair of scissors to cut away thread items
such as hair or string. Make sure all the dirt and
thread items are removed as they may affect the
brushes ability to roll and pick up dirt.
3 If the brush requires a more thorough clean, you
can remove the brush L as shown below:
a. Open the cover by using a screwdriver or coin
to twist the lock from the locked position to
unlocked. Remove the cover and then brush and
clean it.
b. Insert the brush back into place and check that
it can spin freely.
c. Put the cover back on and twist the lock to the
locked position.
Cleaning the hose
1 Clean the hose by passing a slightly damp cloth
through it. Make sure all dirt is removed.
2 When you have finished cleaning the vacuum,
reassemble it fully ready for next use.
Storage
If you will not be using the vacuum for a long period of
time, please store it carefully.
 Make sure the appliance is clean, unplugged and
completely dry.
 Store the accessories in the accessory storage space
and fold down the upright vacuum’s handle.
 Store it in a cool, dry place.
 Make sure the appliance is always kept out of the
reach of children.
Battery disposal
To dispose of the battery, make sure the battery is fully
discharged and then take it to your nearest qualified
service centre for removal and safe disposal of the
battery.
Caution
 Batteries are dangerous if incorrectly handled. If the
battery is leaking, use appropriate protective gloves
to remove it. Rinse your hands in water thoroughly
after dealing with the battery.
Note
 You must not throw batteries away with household
waste. Make sure you dispose of it in accordance
with the applicable legal regulations.

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Environmental note
This product has been manufactured with high quality
parts and materials that can be reused and are suitable
for recycling.
This marking indicates that this product should not be
disposed with other household waste throughout the EU.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. To return your used device, please use the
return and collection systems or contact the retailer
where the product was purchased. They can take this
product for environmentally safe recycling.
Help protect the environment by recycling used
products.
Technical data
Dit product voldoet aan de Europese
richtlijnen 2004/108/EG, 2006/95/
EG, 2009/125/EG en 2011/65/EU.
Adapter
Charger input: 100–240V~, 50/60Hz
Charger output: 24VDC / 200mA
Vacuum Cleaner
Operating voltage: 18V NiMH 1500mAH battery
Motor power: 135W
Technical and design modifications reserved.

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