HSS Hire Light-Duty Vacuum Troubleshooting guide

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Light-Duty
Vacuum
Hire Shops
A compact vacuum, ideal for use in
homes, offices and shops.
Operating & Safety Guide 683
The first section of the wand has a black plastic collar
which will allow you to reduce the vacuum power to
70 %, simply turn to show an opening in the tube.
This first section also enables you to change the
height of the wand assembly depending on which
way round it is set.
If required you can fit the round brush either to the
end of the wand or directly to the end of the hose
Take your time and don’t overdo it. You are more
likely to have an accident if you are tired or rushing.
Never push the equipment beyond its design
limits. If it will not do what you want with reasonable
ease and speed, assume you have the wrong size model
for the job. Contact your local HSS Hire Shop for advice.
Keep the equipment clean, you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the
end of the hire period.
EQUIPMENT CARE
Check the debris bag at regular intervals and
replace as necessary, following the instructions in
‘GETTING STARTED’.
Remember, it is your responsibility to dispose of any
debris in a responsible manner.
Handle the equipment with care. Avoid dropping it,
knocking it, or otherwise exposing it to damage.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves.
Switch OFF and unplug the vacuum.
Disconnect the head, wand and hose. Remove the
debris bag and replace the motor unit.
Collect all the parts together, neatly coil the flex
and give the tool a final clean up ready for return,
to your local HSS Hire Shop.
FINISHING OFF
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©HSS Hire Service Group Plc 1998 No. 683/01
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Web Site: http://www.hss.co.uk
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Motor
Unit
ON
OFF
Filter
Cover
Debris
Bag
Side
Clip
Base
Hose
Inlet
Hose
Numatic

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For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Hire Shop.
This equipment should be used by an able bodied,
competent adult who has read and understood these
instructions. Anyone with either a temporary or
permanent disability, should seek expert advice before
using it.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from
the work area.
Never use this equipment if you are ill,
feeling tired, or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Ensure the work area is well lit and ventilated.
Always transport, store and operate the machine in
an upright position.
Keep the unit’s air vents clear of all obstructions.
Always switch OFF and unplug everything before
attempting to service or adjust the unit.
NEVER use this equipment for removing asbestos
or any other hazardous material.
This unit is for dry pickup only, NEVER attempt to
pickup damp or wet waste.
Never carry, lift or pull the equipment by its power
supply cable or hose.
Check the equipment before use, if it shows signs of
damage or excessive wear, return it.
HSS Light Duty Vacuums plug into a standard 240v
13amp power socket. However, 110v models (with a
round yellow plug) must be provided with a suitable
110v generated supply, or powered from the mains via
a suitable 110v transformer (minimum 2Kva tool rating).
If the equipment fails, or if its power supply cable or plug
becomes damaged, return it. Never try to repair it yourself.
Keep cables out of harm’s way, and clear of the
work area.
Extension leads should be fully unwound and
loosely coiled, away from the equipment. Never run
them through water, over sharp edges or where they
could trip someone.
Using electrical equipment in very damp or wet
conditions can be dangerous.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use a
suitable RCD (Residual Current-Operated Device)
available from your local HSS Hire Shop.
Ensure the Vacuum and power socket are switched
OFF before plugging into the power supply.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
Unclip and remove the motor unit, then remove
the filter cover.
Remove any existing debris bag and tip out any
loose debris in the bottom of the base.
Take a new debris bag and open it to shape. Be careful
not to rip or otherwise damage it.
Place the new debris bag inside the base and push
its opening over the inlet.
Replace the filter cover, then re-fit the motor unit
securing it in place with the side clips.
Connect the hose to the base by either screwing on to
the inlet (clockwise) or by moving the hose retaining lever
to the left, inserting the hose a and releasing the lever.
Next fit the 3 wand sections together followed by
the vacuum head.
GETTING STARTED
To switch the vacuum ON simply move the ON/OFF
switch to the ‘I’ position. To switch OFF move the
switch to the ‘0’ position.
Familiarise yourself with the switches and their location
so that you can operate them quickly in an emergency.
All that remains is to plug the Vacuum into its power
supply and switch the supply ON.
Always position yourself so you can control the
vacuums whereabouts while ensuring that neither the
hose or the power supply cable are under strain.
Move the wand backward in straight strips across
the floor, working in a methodical pattern to ensure the
entire area is vacuumed.
Some heads can have their brush retracted when
working on smooth surfaces, to do this simply depress
the retraction lever.
BASIC TECHNIQUES
Vacuum
Head
Wand
Sections
ON / OFF
Switch
Motor
Unit
Filter
Cover
Debris
Bag
Hose
Retaining
Lever
Side
Clip
Hose Hose
Inlet
ON OFF
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