JML Ultra Vac User manual

Instructions
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Contents
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Our beds can become home to millions of unwanted guests…
The most common are dust mites. They thrive in the humid environment beneath our sheets
and reproduce rapidly. It’s estimated that we share our beds with around 1.5/2 million dust
mites every night. Dust mite waste carries a number of harmful allergens that can cause a
number of allergic reactions and can trigger respiratory problems, like asthma.
Worse than the dust mite is the bed bug. Though not an everyday problem, bed bug
infestations are becoming more and more common. Bed bugs usually hitch-hike into your
home on things like luggage, furniture and your pets. They’re attracted to your bed by your
breath and the body heat you generate while you’re asleep. Bed bug bites can have a
devastating effect on your skin, causing anything from bite marks to serious skin rashes and
infection.
Thanks to the UV Ultravac from JML, you’ll be able rest easily again. UV light has been used
for over a 100 years to sterilise essential hospital equipment. Now you can enjoy the same
cleaning power in your own home and zap nasty bugs and mites and clean up their harmful
waste with ease.
Please make sure you read the information in this instruction manual carefully before use
and retain for future reference.
Safety Warnings & Advice
Using your UV Ultra Vac
Maintenance
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Safety Warnings & Advice
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IMPORTANT
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory or mental
capabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of this appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• This product contains and uses a High Intensity Ultra Violet Light • The UV light is powerful and may cause
discoloration to fabric and/or flooring if switched on and left stationary for more than 5 seconds.
This product is designed for HOME use only.
DO NOT for any reason look at or touch the UV-C
lamp, when activated. Strongly reflected germicidal
ultraviolet rays are harmful to the eyes and the skin of
both human and animal.
DO NOT touch the UV-C lamp, even after use, as it
may still be hot and may burn the skin.
NEVER put a hand under the appliance while it is still in
operation. During the operation, do not look directly into
the UV lamp.
IF for any reason you do look into the light or touch the
bulb and experience any discomfort – Contact your GP
or Hospital immediately for advice.
DO NOT under any circumstances cover or obstruct
any of the UV-C safety lamp sensors.
ALWAYS check the safety lamp sensors are free
from objects / lint or anything else that may affect their
operation BEFORE turning the unit on.
DO NOT leave the appliance plugged in when
unattended – unplug when not in use and keep safely
out of reach of children.
DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
DO NOT use this appliance in any other way than
described in this manual.
ONLY use the attachments recommended in this
manual.
DO NOT use the appliance if it has a faulty mains
lead or plug. If the appliance is not working, has been
dropped, damaged, left outside or exposed to water,
please contact:
TURN OFF before unplugging from the mains.
DO NOT unplug the appliance by pulling on the power
cord.
DO NOT try to vacuum animals, human or plants with
this appliance.
DO NOT drop the product as this may cause damage
to the product and UV lamp.
IF YOU lend the appliance to a third party, please pass
on these usage instructions. No liability is accepted for
damage from improper use or non-compliance with our
safety and warning instructions.
DO ENSURE the power cable is free from obstructions.
DO NOT let the UV Ultra Vac come in to contact with
anything sharp or any liquids.
DO NOT operate if the plug or power cable is wet.
DO NOT allow objects to block any openings or air
vents: keep free from lint, dust, hair or anything else that
may reduce the airflow or operation of the appliance.
KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers and any other part of
the body away from any openings and the UV light.
DO NOT use to pick up any flammable or combustible
liquids, such as petrol or paraffin, or use in areas where
it may be present.
DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
DO NOT use without the waste container and/or the
filters in place.
DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the
appliance if faulty. Servicing should only be carried out
by a qualified technician.
ALWAYS take care when handling the appliance. Any
sudden or high impact may damage the bulb and/or
the vacuum.
This is a Class II appliance, which means it is
double insulated for your protection.
JML customer service team – 0800 781 7831.
NOTE* If you have a sensitive skin complaint, please consult your doctor before using
the appliance. This product is designed for HOME use only.
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What is the UV ULTRA VAC?
The JML UV Ultra Vac has been designed to help clean and disinfect beds, bedding and
soft-upholstery by using a combination of vacuum power, HEPA lter and UV technology.
What is UV-C?
UV stands for ultraviolet
C stands for the particular frequency of UV light that kills germs.
UV-C is a short-wave ultraviolet light invisible to the naked eye and ranges between
200 / 280 nanometres. It has been used in hospitals for sterilisation for over a 100 years.
UV-C (UVC) is also referred to as UVGI (ultraviolet germicidal irradiation).
How does it work?
UV-C penetrates the outer cell structure and alters the DNA molecule, preventing replication
and causing them to die. This process has been proven to be extremely effective against
house dust mites and bed bugs, as well as fungus and bacteria such as E-coli and
Staphylococcus.
What is a HEPA filter?
HEPA is an acronym for “high efciency particulate air”. HEPA is a type of lter that can trap
a large amount of very small particles that other vacuum cleaners would simply re-circulate
back into the air of your home.
HEPA lters are composed of a mat of randomly arranged bres and are critical in the
prevention of the spread of allergies, airborne bacterial and viral organisms.
The HEPA lter supplied with the UV Ultra Vac is a True HEPA H11 lter and is effective at
trapping 99.97% of allergen particles.
Using Your UV Ultra Vac
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Using Your UV Ultra Vac
1. UV indicator light window
2. Power switch
3. Power cable (5m approx)
4. Telescopic handle (90cm
approx)
5. Telescopic handle button
6. Dust box button
7. Dust box
Brush supplied with unit
Telescopic handle
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8. Power cable hook
9. Telescopic handle
release button
10. Outlet board
11. UV light
12. Micro-motion safety wheels
13. Removable grill
(For hose attachment)
14. Storage hook
15. Hose attachment with
crevice tool
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PLEASE familiarise yourself with the product and
accessories before using the appliance.
PLEASE ensure that ALL packaging has been
removed from the product and the accessories.
PLEASE dispose of the packaging in an
appropriate manner.
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Brush supplied with unit
Using Your UV Ultra Vac
Power cable hook
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Power cable
To release the power cable first pull and lift
the bottom power cable hook into the upright
position. Now slide the power cable from its
housing and unwind. When you are finished using
the appliance, lower the power cable hook into
its original position, click back into place and then
proceed to wind-up the power cable around
both parts.
Telescopic handle
To release the handle, first ensure the appliance
is on a level surface. Press the release button,
this is located at the rear in the centre. You can
either use your finger or the power cable hook to
release it. Now slide the handle outwards until it is
fully extended and locks into place.
To close the handle, press the telescopic handle
button located on the left hand side of the handle.
Push the handle so it slides back towards the main
unit, then click back into place. Please ensure the
handle is secure before picking up the unit.
NOTE
The handle on this appliance may seem overly
flexible, but it has been specially designed to
carry the entire weight of the unit.
1st
2nd
Release
button
Telescopic
handle
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Using Your UV Ultra Vac
Frequency of use
The age of your mattress, pillows and soft furnishings determines how often you will need to
use your Ultra Vac.
For newer mattresses, pillows and soft furnishings, it is recommended that you clean at least
once a week.
For older mattresses, pillows and soft furnishings, it is recommended that you clean at least
2 to 3 times per week.
Getting started
The UV Ultra Vac can be used with the bedding in place but it is recommended that you
remove any bedding when cleaning your mattress, this will aid in the removal of any house
dust mites, bed bugs and their waste.
The integrated vacuum grill has been designed to prevent bed sheets and other materials
from blocking the vacuum aperture on the base of the Ultra Vac; this will allow easy cleaning
with your bed sheets in place if required.
Place the Ultra Vac onto your chosen surface, ensuring all 3 micro safety wheels are in
contact with the surface.
Turn on the Ultra Vac using the On/Off switch - this is located on the top left side of the
Ultra Vac.
There are 2 UV indicator lights located on each side of the Ultra Vac head; these will glow
blue when the unit is on and all 3 micro safety wheels are pressed down correctly.
The 3 micro wheels are a safety feature of the Ultra Vac and are used to ensure the UV bulb
is not activated by the user by accident. Never touch or look directly at the UV light when it is
activated.
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Using Your UV Ultra Vac
Cleaning your mattress
Keep the Ultra Vac flat on the surface of the mattress and begin to move it smoothly and
steadily across your mattress (please see example diagrams below).
Avoid leaving the UV Ultra Vac in one area for more than 5 SECONDS as this may lead to
discolouration of your mattress due to the high intensity of the UV bulb.
Moving the Ultra Vac slowly will ensure more dust mites, bed bugs, their waste and bacteria
is exposed to the UV-C rays and collected by the vacuum.
If using on a king-size mattress the telescopic handle will make it easier for you to reach the
full length of the mattress.
Cleaning other items
Use the same method for bed sheets and duvets. For smaller items, a back and forth motion
is recommended. The vacuum can be used on a variety of items around the home. Such as
carpets, rugs, matts, dog baskets and blankets.
OR
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Using Your UV Ultra Vac
Dust box and filter
Before you remove the dust box or filter, please ensure
you switch off the appliance and unplug the power cable.
To release, press the button located on the top of the dust
box then lift the dust box out.
To remove the filter, ensure the dust box is facing
downwards, (this will stop the contents falling out). Grip
the filter with 2 fingers and pull.
It is recommended that you empty the contents into an
outside bin or sealed bin then brush the filter with the tool
supplied to clear any debris.
(The lter can be hand washed in water. Leave to dry
completely before replacing back into the dust box.)
DO NOT MACHINE WASH
To reassemble, place the clean, dry filter back into the
dust box, then push the dust box back into the unit until
it clicks.
Hose attachment / crevice tool
The unit is supplied with a hose attachment; this can be
used for cleaning hard to reach places.
The hose pushes into the suction hole located on the
base of the appliance. First remove the grill, (this will pull
out) and proceed to push the hose into the hole. Please
note that the UV-C bulb will not be active with the hose
attachment in place due to the safety wheels not being
depressed - this is a safety feature. If for any reason it
should activate, immediately turn off the unit and contact
JML customer service on 0800 781 7831.
There is also a space saving hook located between the
rear wheels. This can be used for easy storage.
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It is recommended that you clean the HEPA lter regularly. The lter can be washed in water.
To remove the HEPA lter, rst ensure the appliance has been switched off and is unplugged
from the mains supply. Remove the dust box and pull out the filter. You will see a clip on one
side of the filter: press the clip and pull. The filter will now come away from the housing. After
washing, ensure the filter is completely dry before replacing.
Side filter
The appliance also has a side filter. It is recommended that you clean the filter every 12 – 18
months; this will help to maintain optimum performance.
Maintenance
UV BULB
The UV bulb is very fragile and should never
be allowed to come into contact with skin.
It is recommended that you clean the bulb
when necessary.
ONLY USE a soft, clean, dry cloth to wipe
the bulb.
NEVER look directly at or touch the UV bulb
when the appliance is on.
IMPORTANT
If for any reason the bulb is not working,
DO NOT attempt to fix or replace.
Contact JML customer service on:
0800 781 7831
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JML
JML House, Regis Road, London NW5 3EG
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.jmldirect.com
Product code: V2115
Guarantee
This product is unconditionally guaranteed for one year against all defects of workmanship
and materials.This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
If you have any problems or queries about this product please contact JML.
Disposal and the environment
This product is covered by the waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) regulations.
It should not be discarded with normal household waste, but taken to your local collection
centre for recycling. For the further information, please contact the local authority or
approved disposal agency.
Model – SVC-201-1
Power 400W, 220-240v ~50Hz
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