Gtech AirRam K9 User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Model number:AR Series
Model number:ATF Series
K9 System
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when
using an electrical appliance, including the following to reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or injury:
Personal Safety:
• Store indoors in a dry place out of the
reach of children.
• Always use responsibly. 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.
• Don’t let children play with the appliance;
supervise children using or maintaining the
appliance.
• Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments as described in this
manual; misuse or use of any accessory
or attachment other than those
recommended, may present a risk of
personal injury.
• Take extra care when cleaning stairs.
• Keep the appliance and accessories away
from hot surfaces.
• Do not block the appliances openings
or hinder air flow; keep openings free of
any objects including dust, lint, clothing,
fingers (and all parts of the body).
• Particularly keep hair away from openings
and moving parts.
Electrical safety:
• Only use batteries and chargers supplied
by Gtech.
• Never modify the charger in any way.
• The charger has been designed for a
specific voltage. Always check that the
mains voltage is the same as that stated on
the rating plate.
A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack; never
use the charger with another appliance
or attempt to charge this product with
another charger.
• Before use, check the charger cord for
signs of damage or ageing. A damaged or
entangled charger cord increases the risk
of fire and electric shock.
• Do not abuse the charger cord.
• Never carry the charger by the cord.
• Do not pull the cord to disconnect from
a socket; grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect.
• Don’t wrap the cord around the charger
when storing.
• Keep the charger cord away from hot
surfaces and sharp edges.
• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the
cord is damaged the charger should be
discarded and replaced.
• Do not handle the charger or the appliance
with wet hands.
• Do not store or charge the appliance
outdoors.
• The charger must be removed from the
socket before removing the battery,
cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
• Ensure the Multi is off before connecting or
disconnecting the motorised brush bar.
Battery safety:
• This appliance includes Li-Ion batteries; do
not incinerate batteries or expose to
high temperatures, as they may explode.
• Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
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• In an emergency situation contact
professional help immediately!
• Leaks from the battery cells can occur
under extreme conditions. Do not touch
any liquid that leaks from the battery. If the
liquid gets on the skin wash immediately
with soap and water. If the liquid gets into
the eyes, flush them immediately with
clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes
and seek medical attention. Wear gloves
to handle the battery and dispose of
immediately in accordance with local
regulations.
• Shorting the battery terminals may cause
burns or fire.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects that
could make a connection from one terminal
to another.
• When you dispose of the appliance remove
the battery and dispose of the battery safely
in accordance with local regulations.
Service:
• Before using the appliance and aer any
impact, check for signs of wear or damage
and repair as necessary.
• Do not use the appliance if any part
is damaged or defective.
• Repairs should be carried out by a
service agent or a suitably qualified
person in accordance with relevant safety
regulations. Repairs by unqualified persons
could be dangerous.
• Never modify the appliance in any way as
this may increase the risk of personal injury.
• Only use replacement parts or accessories
provided or recommended by Gtech.
Intended use:
• This appliance has been designed for
domestic dry vacuum cleaning only.
• Do not pick up liquids or use on wet
surfaces.
• Do not pick up anything that is flammable,
burning or smoking.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Don’t use on concrete, tarmacadam
or other rough surfaces.
• The brush bar may damage certain floor
surfaces. Before vacuuming flooring,
rugs or carpets, check the flooring
manufacturer’s recommended
cleaning instructions.
• The product may damage delicate fabrics or
upholstery. Care should be taken on loose-
weave carpets and coverings or where there
are loose threads. It is advised to test on an
inconspicuous area first before use.
• The product has been designed to clean
a wide variety of floor surfaces without the
need to change settings. However some
surfaces such as delicate loose-pile rugs or
carpets, tasselled rug edges or damaged
carpets with exposed threads are not
suitable for cleaning with a rotary brush.
• The product has a constantly rotating brush
bar. Never leave the cleaning head in one
spot for an extended period of time as this
may damage the floor surface.
• Particularly for hard flooring, before
vacuuming check the area being cleaned is
free of any hard debris or objects that could
damage the flooring if caught underneath
the product, and that the underside of the
product is free from foreign objects that
could mark the surface.
WARNING:
• Do not use water, solvents, or polishes to
clean the outside of the appliance; wipe
clean with a dry cloth.
• Never immerse the unit in water and do
not clean in a dish washer.
• Never use the appliance without the filter
fitted.
• Ensure the battery is removed before
changing tools.
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What’s in the box
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Spare filter
9
9
11 12
Lower handle
2Dusting brush
6
Head full assembly
1Multi K9 main unit 5
Upper handle
3
Spare filter
4
Power brush
7
Crevice tool (stored inside the handle)
8
Scented cartridges (x4)
11 Charger (x2)
12 Hair removal tool 13
3
6
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AirRAM K9 Multi K9
Make a note of both your product’s serial number codes for future reference. You can find
this on the underside of the AirRAM K9 and the underside of the Multi K9 once the battery
has been removed.
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Extension tube
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Nick Grey – Inventor, owner of Gtech
Thank you for choosing Gtech
“Welcome to the Gtech family. I started Gtech to create sensible, easy
to use products that do a great job, and hope you get many years of
trouble-free performance from your new product.”
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Ensure the lower handle is sitting completely
flush against the pivot yoke. Firmly push the
green locking clip until it clicks fully into place.
The clip can be pulled out to unlock the lower
handle should it need to be removed.
AirRAM: Assembly
Push the pivot poke to the upright position.
This might require some force.
Attach the lower handle to the head assembly
(See next step)
Pull out the green locking clip to allow the
lower handle to fit (the clip remains attached
to the head) Insert the metal pin on the lower
handle into the hole in the pivot yoke.
Push the two parts of the lower handle
together in the orientation shown above. They
will only fit one way. They will click into place
and remain permanently fixed.
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Assembly (continued)
Insert the upper handle into the lower handle.
You will need to press the button on the upper
handle to fit it in. Once it slides down you will
hear it click into place.
Push the two parts of the upper handle
together in the orientation shown above. They
will only fit one way. They will click into place
and remain permanently fixed.
To stow or extend the upper handle simply
press the button on the lower handle to
unlock the upper handle.
The upper handle will now slide up or down
depending on required position.
Storage
The upper handle can be set in two positions:
Lowered for storage and raised for use. To
lower the handle, release the upper button.
To raise the handle from the stored position,
release the lower button.
Upper Button
Lower Button
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Slide scented cartridge into the end of the
shroud. Replace filter and return to filter
housing.
Remove the scented cartridge from its box
then slide the plastic sleeve off.
Please refer to page 15 for scented cartridge
health warnings.
Slide the filter and inner shroud out of the filter
housing.
Installing scented cartridge
Remove the filter from the inner shroud, by
twisting and pulling.
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Operation
The power button is located on the le hand
side of the head assembly.
Press the power button with your foot to turn
the product on.
Without pressing the power button, place
your foot on the le side of the head (1) and
pull the handle back (2).
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2
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The battery can be charged whilst it’s in the
product, or when it’s off the product. The
battery can be charged from flat in 4 hours.
The state of charge indicator will show 4 solid
green lights when it is charged.
It is OK to charge for 1 hour for a burst of
cleaning. Replace the battery by sliding it
down into the head assembly. It will click into
place.
When the state of charge indicator starts to
flash one green LED, recharge the battery.
To remove the battery, squeeze the latch
underneath and pull upwards.
Battery charging
4
hours
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Holding onto the head with one hand, pull
the bin handle and li the bin out of
the product.
Li and release the latch marked with the green
arrow, to pull open the lid.
Emptying the bin
Hold the product’s bin over a rubbish bin
and push the green lever towards the lid to
empty the dirt.
Pull the green lever back towards the bottom
of the bin. Close the bin lid and reinsert the bin
into the product.
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Holding onto the head with one hand, pull
the bin handle and li the bin out of
the product.
Pull the filter out of the filter housing. Tap the
dirt from the filter and tip any dirt from the filter
housing. Wash the filter if necessary.
Cleaning the filters - do this once a month or more frequently depending on use.
Remove the filter from the inner shroud,
by twisting and pulling.
Tap the inner shroud over a bin to remove any
excess dirt.
Wash the filter under a tap. Squeeze out any
excess water then let it dry completely before
reinserting into the product. Recommended
water temperature 40°C. Do not use
detergent or soaps. Never put the bin back
without filter inside. You could damage
the motor.
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Slide the filter onto the inner shroud. Slide the filter and inner shroud into the filter
housing.
Replacing the filters
If the brush bar jams during use, the product
will stop and the LEDs will appear red. You will
need to remove and clean the brush bar.
The product will not re-start until the red lights
go out. This will take ten seconds.
If the problem persists, follow the
troubleshooting instructions on page 15.
Removing and cleaning the brush bar / jam or fault
10
seconds
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The brush bar can now be removed, starting at
the button end.
To remove hair from the brush bar, run the hair
removal tool down the groove to cut the hair,
then use the comb remove it.
Never operate the product without the brush
bar in place.
Before checking for a blockage, remove the
battery.
Rest the product on its side and locate
the brush bar button on the right hand side.
Press the button inwards and then pull
the brush bar out from the bottom of
the product.
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Re-insert the brush bar, starting by the end
furthest away from the button. Then line up
and push the brush bar into the product until it
clicks into place.
Replace the battery by sliding it down into the
head assembly. It will click into place.
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Troubleshooting
Product is not cleaning well 1. Empty the bin
2. Check bin is correctly fitted
3. Check filter is correctly fitted
4. Clean and/or replace filter
5. Check brush bar fitment
Product has stopped or won’t work 1. Charge battery
2. Clear debris from brush bar
Battery will not charge 1. Check the charger is correctly
connected to the battery and mains
supply
2. Check wall socket
AIRRAM K9
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Product Care
Your product doesn’t need much maintenance: keep the filters clean, keep the brush bar tangle-
free and charge the battery. Wipe it with a dry cloth if it gets dirty, including under the bin.
Battery model 103A022
Battery 22V Li-Ion
Charging period 4 hours
Battery charger output 27V DC 500mA
Weight 3.2kg
Scented Cartridge
Scented cartridge refills: Keep out of the reach of
children. People suffering from perfume sensitivities
should be cautious when using this product as it may
produce an allergic reaction or cause sensitisation
by skin contact. If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label. Toxic
to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment. Scented refills
contain: Linalyl acetate, Limonene, Linalool, Lilial,
Lavender oil, Vanillin, Borneol, Polysorbate 20
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Product support
If these initial tips do not solve your problem we please visit our support area where you can find
troubleshooting help including online manuals, FAQs and how-to-videos, as well as genuine
spares and replacement parts compatible with your product.
Visit: www.gtech.co.uk/support
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Multi K9: Operation
The dusting brush can be slotted onto the
active nozzle. The crevice tool is stored on
board the product for easy access.
Press the button above the handle to turn the
product on and off.
An active nozzle is built into your product. The dusting brush, crevice tool, extension tube and
power brush all attach to the active nozzle.
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Power brush
Gently pull the Power Brush from the product
to remove. The battery should be removed
when changing attachments.
Make sure the terminals on the Power Brush
and Active nozzle are correctly lined up and
gently push the Power brush onto the Active
nozzle. The battery should be removed when
changing attachments.
To clean the brush bar, first remove the power
brush. Rotate the latch from the lock to the
unlock position and pull out the brush bar.
To remove hair from the brush bar, run the hair
removal tool down the groove to cut the hair,
then pull it out with the comb. Never operate
the power head without the brush bar in.
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When a single green light flashes, recharge
the battery.
The battery can be charged on or off the main unit
Aer 4 hours, the LEDs turn solid green and
charging is complete.
It is OK to charge for 1 hour for a burst
of cleaning.
Battery charging
4
hours
1
hour
boost
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State of Charge
The battery state of charge indicator shows
how much charge the product has. As you use
the product, the green lights will turn off in a
downwards direction.
While the battery is on charge, the LEDs will
pulsate and in turn illuminate. When the battery is
fully charged all of the LEDs will be solid green.
100% - 75% 75% - 50%
50% - 25% 25% - 1%
There’s no latch, the bin just pulls off.
It’s easier if you wiggle it as you pull it.
Hold the product’s bin over a rubbish bin and
release the latch to empty the dirt. A gentle tap
will help. Remove the filter and tap off the excess
debris each time you empty the bin.
Emptying the bin
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Remove the filter by pulling it from the top of
the bin. Tap the dirt from the filter and tip any
dirt from the filter housing. Wash the filter if
necessary.
Before washing the filter, you will need to
remove the scented cartridge by pulling it out
from the scented cartridge housing at the top
of the filter.
Ensure tab is refitted on to filter before using.
Wash the filter under a tap, squeeze it out
then let it dry completely before using it.
Recommended water temperature 40°C. Do
not use detergent or soaps. Use your spare
filter while it dries.
(You can get more at www.gtech.co.uk)
Never operate the product without the
filter inside the bin. You could damage
the motor.
Cleaning the filter
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