i-Vac Animal S50 User manual

Animal S50 Stick Vacuum
2-in-1 versatility
Ideal for homes with pets
Runtime up to 45 minutes

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Features:
1. Handle
2. On/off button
3. Variable suction control button
4. Hand vacuum release button
5. Hand vacuum on/off button
6. Battery power indicator
7. Dust bin
8. Motorised power head
9. LED lights
10. Handle lock
11. Maxllline
12. Dust bin release buttons
13. Power head release button
Specications:
Voltage: 21.6V
Dust capacity: 250ml
Run time: Maximum 45 minutes*
Noise level: 76 dBA
Net weight: 2.34kg
Power: 125W
Charger: JOD-S-270050AU
Accessories:
14. Crevice tool 15. Dusting brush
Features
S50 Stick Vacuum
Please contact Godfreys Customer Care 1800 815 270, NZ 0800 282 288 to nd
your local spare parts provider.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new i-Vac Stick Vacuum. There are many useful features built
into your cleaner and we recommend that you carefully read this instruction manual to take the best
advantage of these features.
* Applies to low mode with crevice tool.

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Before You Begin
This cleaner must be operated in accordance with these instructions and used only for domestic
householdcleaningtoremoveDRYdirtanddustfromhouseholdcarpets,ooring,wallsand
fabrics.Thiscleanerisnotttobeusedasanindustrialcleanerandwillvoidthemanufacturer’s
warranty if used inappropriately.
Please read these instructions thoroughly
Thiswillensureyouobtainfullbenetfromyournewcleaner.Keepthisinstructionmanualina
handy place for future reference.
Important
Alwaysswitchoffthevacuumcleanerbeforecleaning,attemptinganymaintenancetask,tting
or removing accessories, or when not in use. The charger must only be connected to an AC power
supply at the voltage shown on the rating label. This cleaner should only be charged with the
charger provided. This cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described in these
instructions.
Precautionary measures:
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters, radiators or other
hot surfaces.
2. Before inserting the plug into the wall, make sure your hands are dry.
3. Before turning on the vacuum cleaner, safely remove any large objects from the
oororcleaningsurfaceinordertopreventdamagetothelter.
4. When you want to remove the plug from the power socket, do not use the power cable,
gently pull the plug from the power socket.
5. Do not use this vacuum cleaner to pick-up water or liquids.

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When using your vacuum cleaner, basic
precautions should always be observed,
including the following;
1. This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the vacuum
cleaner by a person responsible for their
safety.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the vacuum
cleaner.
3. To prevent electrical shock, do not immerse
the vacuum cleaner, battery, or power plug
into water or other liquids.
4. To prevent electrical shock, do not use
the vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
5. Always check the power cable before use,
the power cable and the plug should be in a
good condition and must not be damaged.
If the power cable is damaged or defective,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
serviceagentorsimilarlyqualiedpersons
in order to avoid a hazard.
6. The vacuum cleaner and charging base are
intended for domestic indoors use only.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the power
cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
power cable. Use only Australian and
New Zealand electrical safety approved
extension cords.
8. Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by
the power cable, use the power cable as a
handle or pull the power cable around sharp
edges or corners. Avoid running the vacuum
cleaner over the power cable.
9. Do not handle or operate the vacuum
cleaner with wet hands and follow electrical
safety precautions at all times.
10. Extreme caution should be exercised when
using the vacuum cleaner on stairs.
11. Do not attempt to change the attachments
while the vacuum cleaner is switched on.
Useonlymanufacturer’srecommended
accessories.
12. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too
close to heaters, radiators and other
hot surfaces.
13. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
ammableitemsorcombustibleliquids(i.e.
gasoline, hot ashes, cigarettes, matches,
explosive materials or anything burning)
or use in areas where such substances and
items may be present.
Safety Precautions & Warnings
IMPORTANT! Always switch off the vacuum cleaner before cleaning, when not
in use or before attempting any maintenance task. The charger must only be
connected to an AC power supply at the voltage shown on the rating label.
This cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this
instruction manual. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without lters.
Read the manual attentively before using the vacuum cleaner for the rst time.
Before You Begin & Warnings

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14. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
15. Never operate or use the vacuum cleaner
withouttheltersinplace.
16. Before vacuuming, remove any large or sharp
objectsfromtheoororcleaningsur facein
ordertopreventdamagetothelter.
17. Iftheairinletoroorheadisblocked,switch
off the vacuum cleaner straight away. Clear
the blocked object before attempting to start
the vacuum cleaner again.
18. Before carrying out any maintenance service
orcleaningthelters,alwaysswitchoffthe
vacuum cleaner.
19. Keepopeningsawayfromyourfaceandbody.
20. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged
or broken. Check the electrical connections
regularly for defects. If connection cables are
damaged, have them replaced immediately.
21. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections, with water or liquid cleaners.
22. Never attempt to make any electrical
modicationstothevacuumcleanerand
charging base.
23. Always store the vacuum cleaner and charger
indoors in a cool and dry place.
24. Do not pick up water, for dry household use
only.
25. Use the electric power head only for
vacuuming dust and dry substances in the
home.
26. Never run over the power cable with the
power head as the cable could get damaged.
27. Never touch the roller brush while the vacuum
cleaner is switched on.
28. To prevent unnecessary wear on the power
head cleaning nozzle, keep it moving while
in operation.
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual
will void warranty.
Battery use and care
1. The battery can only be replaced by a
qualiedtechnician.Do not try to open the
vacuum cleaner to replace the battery. Failure
todosomaycauseriskofinjuryandre.
2. The vacuum cleaner is only to be used with
the charging base provided with the vacuum
cleaner.
3. Only charge the battery inside the product
andonlyusethespecicallydesignated
charger to charge the product.
4. When the vacuum cleaner is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the
vacuum terminals together may cause burns
orare.
5. Failure to read and follow the below
instructionsmayresultinre,personalinjury
and damage to property if charged or used
improperly.
6. Do not charge or store the vacuum cleaner
outdoors or inside the car. Only charge or
store the battery in a dry indoor area where
the temperature is more than 5oC but less than
45oC.
7. Never attempt to open the battery for any
reason. If the plastic housing of the vacuum
cleaner breaks or cracks, immediately
discontinue use and do not recharge.
8. The charging base is not a serviceable part.
9. Before disposal of your battery, fully discharge
your battery by running the product until it
stops.
10. The vacuum cleaner contains a Li-Ion battery.
Do not dispose of the vacuum cleaner with
your local garbage. Contact your local council
for instructions on how to safely dispose of the
battery.
11. Do not use the charger to charge a
non-chargeable battery.

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WARNING! Always switch off the cleaner before tting or removing accessories.
Assembly
1. Placethepowerheadontheoorandinsertitintothemain
body of the cleaner, as shown.
2. Lift the handle upwards. You will hear a “click” sound when
it locks into place. To fold the handle for storage, turn the
handle lock to release and fold the handle.
Warnings & Assembly

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Tools & Accessories
Motorised power head
Ideal for cleaning on carpets and
hardoors.
NOTE:
The motorised power head
may be difcult to move on
some carpet types. If this
occurs, reduce the suction
power by pressing the variable
suction control button.
Carpet Hard oors
Crevice tool
For cleaning radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and between
cushions.
Dusting brush
For vacuuming furniture and upholstery.

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Instructions for Use
2. When battery power is low, the vacuum cleaner will
automatically interrupt the power supply in order to protect
the battery. When this occurs, the vacuum cleaner battery
requires charging.
3. When the battery power indicator light turns off, the vacuum
cleaner battery is fully charged.
Charging the vacuum cleaner
1. Plug the charging adaptor into the charging base socket,
then place the cleaner onto the charging base.
Accessories & Instructions for Use
NOTE:
1. This product takes 8 hours to charge. Before the
rst three uses of the vacuum cleaner, however, 12
hours of continuous charging is required.
2. As a safety precaution, the vacuum cleaner cannot
be switched on while the battery is charging.

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Using the hand vacuum
1. Remove the hand vacuum from the stick vacuum by pressing the
hand vacuum release button.
2. Press the power button to turn the hand vacuum on.
3. The hand vacuum is ideal for vacuuming areas the stick vacuum
cannot reach, such as curtains and countertops.
Instructions for Use(continued)
Power head vacuuming
This cleaner is equipped with a power head for deep cleaning
carpets. The power head will automatically switch on when the
cleaner is switched on.
To avoid damaging carpets, it is recommended to never leave the
vacuum cleaner in a stationary position while the power head is
operational.

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Instructions for Use & Maintenance
Maintenance
Cleaning of dust bin and lters
1. Remove the hand vacuum from the stick vacuum by pressing
the hand vacuum release button.
IMPORTANT! Switch off the vacuum cleaner before
performing any maintenance duties.
2. Once the hand vacuum is removed from the unit, press the
dust bin release buttons to remove the dust bin.
NOTE:
1. To reinstall the dust bin, place it back inside the
housing and gently push it into place to lock the clip.
2. Do not apply excessive force to lock the dust bin into
the housing, as this may damage the clips.

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3. Toremovethelter,turnitanti-clockwiseandgentlyliftitfrom
the dust bin.
4. Oncethelterhasbeenremoved,thedustbincanbeemptied
and cleaned under lukewarm water.
NOTE:
It is recommended to replace the lters every six months
or when they become visibly dirty.
Maintenance(continued)

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Maintenance
Cleaning of the power head
1. Press the power head lock to release the brush roll for
cleaning.
2. Remove the brush roll from the power head.
3. Remove any tangled hair or debris from the brush roll by
carefully cutting along the hair cutting line visible on the
brush roll.
4. After cleaning or replacing the brush roll, reverse steps 1-3
to reassemble the power head.

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Part Part Number
Agitator 33788192
Charger 33202081
Filter 32201291
Spare Parts
PleasecontactGodfreysCustomerCare:1800815270,NZ:0800282288tondyourlocalspare
parts provider.

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Spare Parts & Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Fault Cause Solution
Cleaner will not switch on /
battery power indicator is
ashing
Flat battery Place the cleaner into the
charging base
Thecleanercan’tbecharged
The cleaner is not placed
properly in the charging base
The charging base is not
connected to the mains power
supply
Replace the cleaner into the
charging base
Reconnect the charging
adaptor to the charging base
(the charging base is not a
serviceable part)
Plug the charging adaptor into a
different power socket
Reduced suction
Dustbinlterisnotinstalled
Dust bin is full of dust
Dustbinlterislledwithdust
Reinstallthelter
Empty the dust bin
Cleanorreplacethelter.
Dustbincan’tbereinstalled Thecyclonelteranddustbin
lterarenotinstalledproperly
Reinstallthecyclonelterand
dustbinlteraccordingtothese
instructions
Roller brush does not spin The roller brush is blocked
Take out the roller brush from
the power head and remove any
hair from the roller brush
Problems and solutions
If you come across a problem, please use the checklist of troubleshooting tips before contacting
Godfreys Customer Care.

Your i-Vac stick vacuum, in the case of domestic use, has a
two years parts and labour warranty against product defects
and failures when the product is used in accordance with the
terms and conditions of this warranty statement.
This warranty commences from the original date of purchase
and is not transferable; please retain your original proof of
purchase for any warranty claims. This warranty is valid only
in the country where the cleaner is purchased.
The cleaner must be operated in accordance with these
instructions and used only for domestic household cleaning
toremovedirtanddustfromhouseholdcarpets,ooring
andfabrics.Thiscleanerisnotttobeusedasanindustrial
cleaner,hencewillvoidthemanufacturer’swarrantyifused
inappropriately.
Accessories and consumables, unless defective in
manufacture, are not subject to this warranty. In order to
prolong the life of accessories and consumables, regular
care and maintenance is recommended.
When properly used and cared for, your cleaner will render
excellent service; refer to the instruction manual for further
details, as misuse or failure to follow the instructions makes
this warranty void.
In the event of service or advice being needed, please
contactElectricalHome-AidsPty.Limited,BrandonOfce
Park, Building 3, First Floor, 530-540 Springvale Road, Glen
Waverley, Victoria, 3150, or on 1800 815 270 (AUS) or 0800
282 288 (NZ), Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST. The decision
to repair or replace the cleaner is at the sole discretion of
Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited. If Electrical Home-Aids
Pty. Limited decide to repair or replace the cleaner, it will do
so at its own cost.
Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited is unable to accept
responsibility under this warranty for any repair work not
carried out by an authorised Service Agent or from the use
of non-genuine parts. If any part is no longer available or
manufactured, Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited will replace
it with a genuine functional replacement part. This warranty
does not apply to the cost of replacing any parts of the
product due to normal wear and tear, alterations, improper
installation, physical abuse, misuse or accidental damage.
Any transportation costs involved in the repair of defective
parts shall be borne by the claimant.
If proof of purchase cannot be provided at the time of
a warranty claim or service, any work carried out on the
cleaner is chargeable.
The repair of the cleaner under this warranty does not
extend the original period of warranty.
Thebenetsconferredbythiswarrantyareinadditionto
all other rights and remedies in respect of the product as
outlined under the Competition and Consumer Act and
other State and Territory laws.
“Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded in the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled
to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.”
Conditions of warranty
V1 08/21
Call Godfreys Customer Care
with any product queries
Australia 1800 815 270
New Zealand 0800 282 288
Tondoutmoreaboutourrange,
visit: www.godfreys.com.au
www.godfreys.co.nz
email: [email protected]
*Two year warranty on parts and labour excluding the battery which has a one year warranty.
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Animal S50
Stick Vacuum