Kokido EV05 User manual

RECHARGEABLE POOL VACUUM
USER MANUAL
GB
SAFETY WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow all instructions in this manual and on the equipment.
Failure to do so could result in severe or fatal injuries.
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WARNING!
- This is not a TOY. Children should be kept out of reach from this electric vacuum and its accessories.
- Never allow children to operate this product.
- This electric vacuum is not intended for use by someone with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or a lack of
experience and knowledge unless they have been given instructions concerning the appliance and are under supervision of
the person responsible for their safety.
- Make sure the electric vacuum is fully immersed in water before initiating operation. The minimum water level required to
operate the device must be above the switching knob of the electric vacuum when it is held vertically. The product is only
intended to be used underwater in a pool or spa; any other use will void the warranty.
- The electric vacuum must only be supplied at safety extra low voltage in accordance to the marking applied on it.
- Maximum operating depth in water is 2 meters (6.5 ft).
- Maximum water temperature: 5˚C (41˚F) –40˚C (104˚F)
- Do not use this electric vacuum if any damage is detected.
- Replace damaged parts as soon as possible. Only use parts certified by the distributor or manufacturer.
- If an USB charging adaptor (not included) is used, make sure to connect it to the power source through a residual current
device (RCD)/ a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). If in doubt, consult a qualified, professional electrician.
- Disconnect the electric vacuum from the supply mains before carrying out any maintenance, such as cleaning the filter.
- The battery installed is a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack. Do not attempt to replace it.
- This electric vacuum should only be charged with the included USB cable.
- DO NOT handle the electric vacuum while it is charging with wet limbs and without shoes.
- You should not operate this electric vacuum while the pool is being used.
- DO NOT use this electric vacuum without an intact filter bag /filter cage in place, as the warranty will be voided as a result.
- Suction entrapment hazard: This electric vacuum generates suction. Do not allow hair, body, or any loose parts of your
clothing to be in the suction range of the electric vacuum during its operation.
- Never insert body parts, clothing, or other objects into the openings and moving parts of the electric vacuum.
- DO NOT use this electric vacuum to pick up any toxic substances, flammable, or combustible liquids such as gasoline,
nor in the presence of explosive or flammable fumes.
- Under no circumstances should you attempt to disassemble the electric vacuum and replace the impeller, motor,
and battery by yourself.
- Never insert any object to make contact with the impeller.
CAUTION!
- DO NOT attempt to use the electric vacuum to clean anything other than your pool / spa.
- Use only original accessories delivered with this product.
- DO NOT use this electric vacuum right after pool-shocking. It is recommended to leave the pool circulating for at least 24-48 hours.
- Do not use this electric vacuum with another electric vacuum/cleaner simultaneously.
- Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with this product. They may damage the electric vacuum and filter.
- Exercise caution when cleaning pool stairs.
- To avoid damaging the USB charging cable, do not carry the electric vacuum by the cable or tug the USB cable to disconnect it from
the power source and product.
- Charging must be done indoors, in a well-ventilated area away from sunlight, children, heat, ignition sources, and within an ambient
temperature range of 5˚C (41˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F).
- DO NOT leave the electric vacuum plugged in to the charger for over 10 hours.
- If the electric vacuum will not be used for an extended period, make sure it’s switched off and use a damp cloth to clean and dry it and
its accessories. Make sure to change the electric vacuum to about 30% to 50% of the battery capacity before it is stored. Store in a
well-ventilated area away from sunlight, heat, ignition sources, pool chemicals, and children. Recharge the electric vacuum every
three months.
Above warnings and cautions are not intended to incorporate all possible instances for risks and / or severe injuries.
Pool / spa owners should always exercise extra caution and common sense when utilizing the product.
How to remove the battery pack
Recommended tools (not included): Philips screwdriver and small slot screwdriver
1. Turn to release the canopy and take out the filter bag / filter cage. Use a small slot screwdriver to detach the ring from the handle. If it is too
difficult to detach the ring with a screwdriver, use a cutting plier to cut. Turn the switching knob to open the charging port. Use the small slot
screwdriver to pry and detach the middle cover from the switching knob. Use the Philips screwdriver to unfasten the knob-locking screw.
2. Detach the switching knob and use the Philips screwdriver
to unscrew all the screws on the main body. Separate the
body in two halves to access the main chamber.
4. Remove the complete battery enclosure (with battery installed) from the chamber. In order to detach the battery cable, press on the clip on
the connector and pull the cable out. Wrap the connector immediately with insulating tape in order to avoid short circuit caused by the
contact of both wire terminals.
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Manufacturer: Kokido Development Limited.
Unit 1319, Sunbeam Centre,
27 Shing Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, HK
If soft copy of this instruction manual is required,
please contact our customer
service by email: [email protected]
TROUBLESHOOTING
EV05 / EV06
Made in China
Problem
Electric vacuum does
not capture the debris
Debris escapes from the filter
Debris escapes from the
filter bag / filter cage
Electric vacuum cannot
be charged / recharged
Pivoting suction head
(if provided) does not
move smoothly
Possible Cause
Battery is drained
Impeller is jammed
Impeller is broken
Filter is full
Canopy flap is damaged
Filter bag / filter cage is
damaged.
Battery is damaged
USB cable is damaged
USB charger (not
included) is out of order
Wheel is jammed
Solution
Charge the battery again.
Power off the electric vacuum and inspect the middle gap of the electric vacuum
to see if the impeller is jammed by larger debris. If possible, use a small tool to
remove it with intensive care & caution. If necessary, contact your dealer for
further instructions.
WARNING! Make sure the electric vacuum is powered off when the
unit is being serviced.
Contact an authorized dealer regarding replacements.
Clean the filter.
Canopy flap works like a door to prevent the debris from escaping from the filter.
Contact dealer for replacement part and instructions.
Replace with a new filter bag / filter cage. Contact an authorized dealer regarding
replacements.
Contact an authorized dealer regarding replacements.
WARNING! DO NOT open the electric vacuum and replace the battery
by yourself. This could result in severe or fatal injuries, as well as voiding
the warranty.
Replace with a new USB cable.
Replace with a new USB charger.
Clean out the debris from the wheel.
Note: Do not attempt to take out the wheels.
3. Use the Philips screwdriver to unfasten the screws. Remove the
top half of the chamber to expose the battery enclosure.
Environmental Programmes, WEEE European Directive
Please respect the European Union regulations and help to protect the environment.
Return non-working electrical equipment to a facility appointed by your municipality that properly
recycles electrical and electronic equipment. Do not dispose them in unsorted waste bins.
For items containing removable batteries, remove batteries before disposing of the product.
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GETTING STARTED
IMPORTANT NOTE: Fully charge the electric vacuum before using it for the first time.
Charging the battery
NOTE: It requires an USB charging adaptor (not provided) with a safety output of 5.0V DC and 1.0A.
For EU market, a CE-certificated USB charging adaptor shall be used.
For US and Canada market, limited power source (LPS) or Class 2 type adaptor certificated by North America standards
(such as UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1, UL 1310 and C22.2 No. 223) shall be used.
OPERATION
Before immersing the electric vacuum in water, turn the switching knob clockwise until it comes
to a halt (you will hear a ‘click”) to expose the two water-sensing pins and a green dot on the
right side. As soon as both pins make contact with water, the motor will start running. Similarly,
it will stop as soon as the pins are no longer in contact with water.
NOTE: Never attempt to make contact with both pins with anything other than clean water.
EMPTYING THE FILTER
WARNING! Using the electric vacuum without a filter bag / filter cage in place will VOID your warranty.
In order to maximize the cleaning efficiency of the cleaner, be sure to clean the filter bag/ filter cage before and after each use.
CAUTION! If the electric vacuum is charging, disconnect the USB charging adaptor from the power source and detach the electric vacuum
from the USB charging cable before making any attempts to clean it.
Emptying filter bag / filter cage
1. Place the electric vacuum on a stable surface.
2. Hold the electric vacuum body and turn the canopy anticlockwise until
the white marking on the canopy reaches the lock-unlock marking. (Fig.1)
Detach the canopy and remove the filter bag / filter cage from the
electric vacuum
CAUTION! Replace a damaged filter bag / filter cage with a new one
before initiating the next operation.
3. Clean out the debris and rinse the filter bag / filter cage with water. If brushing is deemed necessary, use only a soft brush to clean it
gently and carefully.
4. Replace the filter bag / filter cage inside the electric vacuum. Reverse the steps to align and attach the canopy to electric vacuum and
turn the canopy anticlockwise until it comes to a halt.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
NOTE:
1.Battery discharges on its own during storage. The battery should be stored at room temperature, charged to about 30% to 50% of its capacity.
2.You must recharge the battery at least once every three months if it is not frequently used.
•Disconnect all USB charging peripherals.
•Detach all accessories from the electric vacuum. If necessary, rinse the electric vacuum and accessories with fresh water. DO NOT use
detergent.
•Be sure to drain the water from the electric vacuum before storing it.
•Use a damp cloth to clean and dry the electric vacuum and its accessories.
•Store them in a well-ventilated area away from the sunlight, children, heat, ignition sources, and pool chemicals. Ambient temperature for
storage should be 10˚C – 25˚C (50˚F – 77˚F). NOTE: A higher temperature may reduce the battery life during storage.
WARNING!
- Under no circumstances should you attempt to disassemble the electric vacuum and replace the impeller, motor and battery
by yourself.
CAUTION!
• Excessive heat can damage the battery and reduce the lifespan of your electric vacuum as a result.
• Consult your dealer regarding battery replacement if the following happens:
- Battery appears damaged or will not charge fully.
- Battery operation time is noticeably reduced. Observe and record the run times of the first few operations (on a full charge). Use these run
times as a reference point to compare with run times of older batteries.
• The battery must be removed from the electric vacuum before it is scrapped.
• The electric vacuum must be disconnected from the supply mains when the battery is being removed.
• The battery is to be disposed safely in accordance with local ordinances or regulations.
NOTE: Incorrect maintenance may reduce the battery life and affect its capacity as a result.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Your electric vacuum’s battery is a maintenance-free, rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack, which must be disposed properly. Recycling is
required; please contact your local authorities for more information.
WARNING!
Never attempt to disassemble a battery pack
• Be sure to remove all personal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches before you unwire the battery pack from
the electric vacuum.
• A battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring (or similar items) to metal, potentially causing a severe
burn in the process.
• Wear complete eye protection, gloves, and protective clothing before you remove the battery pack.
• Avoid touching the wires altogether and avoid allowing them to make contact with any metal items, which could cause sparking
and/or short-circuit the battery.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or the electric vacuum.
• Do not expose the battery to fire or intense heat as this may result in an explosion.
CAUTION!
If a battery leak occurs, avoid contact with the leaking fluids and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag.
- If leaking fluids come in contact with skin and clothing, wash immediately with plenty of soap and running water.
- If leaking fluids come in contact with eyes, immediately flush them with cool, running water for at least 15 minutes and do not rub them.
Seek medical attention immediately.
CAUTION
• DO NOT cover the side slot (middle gap) of the electric vacuum during operation, the impeller / motor may be damaged otherwise.
• Remove the electric vacuum from the pool/spa as soon as cleaning is complete.
CAUTION! Make sure the electric vacuum is always pointing downwards when it is placed into the pool. Otherwise, the pole connector may
be bent and damaged as a result.
To retrieve the electric vacuum from the pool / spa, lift the electric vacuum while pointing it downwards in order to allow water to discharge.
Rinse the electric vacuum with fresh water after every use. DO NOT use any detergent.
1. Place the unit on a flat surface. Turn the switching knob anticlockwise until it stops and completely exposes the charging port.
Align and insert the USB charging cable into the charging port.
2. Connect the USB charging cable to the charging adaptor, then plug the charging adaptor to the power source.
NOTE
• Charge the electric vacuum completely (about 7-8 hours) before using it for the first time.
• Always disconnect the USB charging adaptor from the power source as soon as charging is complete.
•
Immediately turn the power off and disconnect the USB charging adaptor from the power source if you detect any of the following conditions:
- Offensive or unusual odor
- Excessive heat
- Deformation, cracks, leaks
- Smoke
1. Connect the USB charging adaptor to the power source. Once the electric vacuum begins charging, the indicator light at the end of the
vacuum will turn red. Normally, it takes about 4.5 - 6 hours to reach a full charge. The indicator light will turn green once the electric
vacuum is almost fully charged.
2. When charging is complete, disconnect the charging adaptor from the power source and unplug the USB cable from the adaptor and
electric vacuum.
Normally, the electric vacuum can operate up to 30 minutes on a full charge (after 4.5-6 hours of charging)
Note: Clean the filter regularly. Excessive debris inside the filter will increase burden to the motor operation and shorten the operating
duration as a result.
NOTE: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery is classified as a consumable item. It has a limited life and will gradually lose its capacity to hold
a charge. Therefore, the running time of the electric vacuum will gradually reduce after repeated charging and discharging throughout its
product life.
NOTE: Let the electric vacuum rest for 30 to 40 minutes before charging it again.
WARNING!
•Do not use the USB charging cable / USB charging adaptor if any damage is detected.
•Make sure both the electric vacuum and the charging port are clean and dry before charging them.
•Refer to the instruction manual of USB charging adaptor (not included) for instructions concerning safety and operation.
Fig.1