Guild G12CV User manual

Instruction Manual G12CV
GUILD
12V WET & DRY VACUUM CLEANER
After Sales Support
Important - please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your guild wet/dry vacuum cleaner.
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild
wet/dry vacuum cleaner, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
If you require any assistance or have damaged or missing parts, please call the
After Sales
Helpline
on 0345 640 2020
UK/Ireland 0345 640 2020

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•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow this
vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Keep any plastic bags in the vacuum packing away from children
to avoid suffocation or other injuries. Although this vacuum is designed to pick up liquids, only the
Suction Nozzle end of the Dirt/Liquid Container should be placed in liquid.
•Do not immerse the entire vacuum in any liquid.
•Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as a cigarette. Avoid picking up hard, sharp
objects with the vacuum. They may damage the vacuum and the Filter.
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based cleaning sprays.
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•Do not put any object into the openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint,
•Do not operate the vacuum without the Dirt/Liquid Container or Filter in place. Replace a damaged
•Clean the Dirt/Liquid Container after picking up any perishable food items.
•Do not use on or near hot surfaces.
•This vacuum is intended for domestic use only. The vacuum is not for commercial or industrial use.
•Use only as described in this manual. Use only original manufacturer’s accessories and parts.
•Save this manual for future reference.
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Safety Instruction
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:
This can vary per vehicle and
battery level. Extended use may deplete the battery level.
Contact after sales support (0345 640 2020) for after sales support.
IMPORTANT NOTE - This product is fitted with a 15amp fuse. Please ensure your vehicle 12v socket
fuse within the car fuse box is also fitted with a 15amp fuse (or greater) to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Note some older vehicles may have a 10amp fuse in which case this product should not be used.

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Cleaning Tools
CLEANING TOOLS
1. Crevice Tool:
This tool works as a long reach cleaning wand or a crevice tool. Simply attach the Crevice Tool (part 7)
to the Suction Nozzle (part 9). The tool is for cleaning hard to reach areas and tight places.
2. Combined Squeegee & Upholstery Brush:
This tool has a rubber squeegee edge and bristle brush edge. The squeegee side is for picking up
The bristle side is for brushing and
picking up dirt, dust, and debris from upholstery , carpet, tables, etc. - To separate gently pull apart.
To re-connect gently push into place.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type:
Car Plug:
Handheld, domestic wet &dry clean-ups
For standard automotive 12V cigarette lighter socket
Max Power: 120W
Input: 12V DC
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93452
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Weight: 0.8kg
Dimensions: H135, D110, L420mm (without Accessories)
Fuse: 15A Glass Cartridge fuse, 5x20mm, F rated (fast acting)
Part List And Technical Specifications
1. Built-in 12V Car Plug (incorporating 15A
fuse – refer to Technical specifications)
2. Vacuum Housing
3. Dirt/Liquid Container (175ml maximum
capacity)
4. Dirt/Liquid Container Release Button
5. On/Off Switch
6. Combined Squeegee & Upholstery Brush
7. Crevice Tool
8. Filter
9. Suction Nozzle
10. Cord & Plug Compartment

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HOW TO USE
Push the On/Off Switch forward to turn on your vacuum. Backwards to turn off your vacuum.
1. Picking up dry debris:
Use your vacuum to pick up dirt, dust, food crumbs, etc. from bare floors, rugs, counters, upholstered
furniture, automobile interiors, etc. After dry clean-ups, empty and clean the Dirt/Liquid container
before picking up liquid or wet spills.
2. Picking up liquids or wet debris:
Use your vacuum to pick up liquid spills and wet debris. For better liquid clean-ups on hard surfaces
like counter and glass tops, insert the Squeegee & Upholstery Brush into the Suction Nozzle. Pull the
squeegee side through the liquid to assist the clean-up whilst vacuuming to collect the liquid.
The liquid capacity of the Dirt/Liquid Container is 175mL.
Hold the vacuum with the Suction Nozzle pointing vertically down towards the floor, the Dirt/Liquid
Container is full when the liquid level is about 3 inches up from the suction end.
After liquid clean-ups, empty the Dirt/Liquid Container and thoroughly clean the Dirt/ Liquid Container,
and Filter to prevent the formation of mould and mildew.
MAINTENANCE
Running Time
• This product may be used for up to 20 minutes continuously and then allowed to cool for 10 minutes
before using again. This protects the motor from damage and prolongs the life of the product.
Operating And Maintenance
Crevice Tool:
• Use for hard to reach areas such as the side of car seats
Combined Upholstery Brush and Squeegee:
• For wet spills remove the brush by pulling it away from the assembly to give better access to the squeegee
• For dry debris the brush can be left connected to help collect the debris from areas such as car matts
Make sure that the Filter is dry before you operate the vacuum. The Filter should be replaced periodically
as required to provide optimal vacuum performance, or when the Filter has been damaged. Contact after
sales support 0345 640 2020 for spare parts.
IMPORTANT: Never clean the vacuum by completely immersing the vacuum in water! It should be
disassembled for cleaning (refer to exploded diagram on page 4).
Proper use and care of your vacuum will extend the life of the vacuum and its accessories. Thoroughly
cleaning the Filter after each use will improve performance. Mould or mildew may form in the Dirt/Liquid
Container, Filter if they are not properly cleaned.

Operating And Maintenance
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Emptying Dirt/Liquid Container:
Liquids, dirt, and debris (wet or dry) picked up by your vacuum will collect in the Dirt/Liquid Container.
To empty the Dirt/Liquid Container, follow these steps:
1. Holding the Dirt/Liquid Container with one hand and the Handle Housing with the other, press the
Dirt/Liquid Container Release Button to swing the container away from the housing.
While holding the container over a sink or waste bin, pull the Filter out.
Empty contents from the container.

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As requested (weekly), hand wash the Dirt/Liquid Container, and Filter in warm soapy water.
Use only mild soap and detergents. Other detergents, cleaners, or solvents may damage
the plastic.
Once the filer is washed / cleaned please allow to dry overnight before replacing and using.
To re-insert press the Filter onto the Dirt / Liquid Container (part 3). You may need to press
around the edge of the Filter to make it fit properly into the Dirt/Liquid Container.
Place the Dirt/Liquid Container back onto the Handle Housing by placing the lower rear
edge of the container against the lower front edge of the housing. The latch at the lower
front edge of the housing should fit into the lower latch hole of the container.
Swing the container so the upper rear edge of the container is against the upper front edge
of the housing. The Dirt/Liquid Container Release Button on the housing will snap into the
upper latch hole of the container.
Cleaning the Vacuum Housing:
Clean the vacuum housing with a damp cloth. Do not use detergents, cleaners, or solvents.
Note: Never clean the vacuum by immersing the vacuum in water!
Note: For dry vacuuming make sure that the Filter is dry before you operate the vacuum. If it
is not dry the performance may be reduced. The Filter should be replaced periodically to
provide optimal vacuum performance, or when the Filter has been damaged.
Note: contact aftersales 0345 640 202 to obtain spare parts.
Operating And Maintenance
STORAGE
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Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice.
This symbol is known as the ‘Crossed-out Wheelie Bin Symbol’. When a product is marked with this symbol, it means
the product should not be disposed of with your general household waste. Only discard electrical/electronic products
in a separate collection scheme which caters for the recovery and recycling of the materials contained within. You co-
operation is vital to ensure the success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment.
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489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW
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In Accordance with essential requirements of the European directives(s)
Guarantee
This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use.
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months. This does not
cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the instructions,
or where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modifications or alterations, or has been
the subject of commercial use. In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee
period please return it to your nearest store. If the item is shown to have an inherent defect present
at the time of sale, the store will provide you with a replacement. Your statutory rights remain
unaffected.