Lervia LERVIA KH 4421 User manual

Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Operating instructions
Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
KH 4421
KOMPERNASS GMBH · BURGSTRASSE 21 · D-44867 BOCHUM
www.kompernass.com
ID-Nr.: KH4421-01/09-V3
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CONTENT PAGE
Intended Usage 2
Delivery Contents 2
Technical Data 2
Important Safety Instructions 2
Before the First Use 3
Charging 3
Mounting the Wall Bracket 4
Assembly 4
Operation 4
Cleaning 5
Changing and cleaning the dust filter ...........................................................................................5
Disposal 5
Warranty & Service 6
Importer 6
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time and preserve this
maual for later reference. Pass this manual on to whoever might acquire the appliance at a future date.
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HANDHELD VACUUM
CLEANER KH 4421
Intended Usage
This hand vacuum cleaner may only be used for the
vacuuming of dry surfaces and dry materials. Peo-
ple or animals may not be vacuumed with this
appliance. Any other usage or changes to the
appliance are improper use and may result in
considerable danger of injury. The manufacturer
accepts no liability for damages that result from
improper use of the appliance or are caused by
incorrect operation of it. The appliance is not
intended for commercial use.
Delivery Contents
Crevice tool
Upholstery brush
2Dust collector
3Dust filter
4Motor unit
5ON/OFF switch
6Charge indicator light
7Charging station / wall bracket
8Screws / plugs for wall installation
9Power adapter
NOTE:
The cordless hand vacuum cleaner model KH 4421
is delivered with uncharged batteries. The batteries
must be charged for 24 hours before the first use.
Technical Data
Power adapter
Input voltage: 230 V ~50 Hz
Output voltage: Direct current (DC), 9V / 150 mA
Batteries: 3 x 1,2 V Ni-MH batteries /
2200 mAh
Important Safety Instructions
To avoid a life-threatening electric
shock:
• Do not charge or use the appliance outdoors.
• Never use the hand vacuum cleaner if the cable,
plug or casing are damaged.
• To minimise potentially fatal risks, arrange for de-
fective power plugs or power cables to be repla-
ced as soon as possible by qualified technicians
or our Customer Service Department.
• Send defective appliances to the appropriate
service centre or have repairs performed only by
a qualified workshop. Under no circumstances
should you open the appliance yourself. Mani-
pulations made by persons other than qualified
technicians could represent a health hazard.
• Before switching the hand vacuum cleaner on,
make certain that the mains voltage corresponds
to the voltage indicated in the technical data for
the appliance.
• Never touch the power supply or the appliance
with wet or damp hands.
• Do not use the power adapter with an extension
cord; connect the power adapter directly to a
power socket.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for
vacuuming up liquids.
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To avoid the risk of injury:
• Do not change any accessories while the
appliance is switched on.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for
vacuuming up sharp objects or glass shards.
• Never vacuum up burning matches, glowing
ashes or cigarette butts.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner for
vacuuming up chemical products, stone dust,
gypsum, cement or similar particles.
• This hand vacuum cleaner is only suitable for use
on dry surfaces. The appliance is not suitable for
foam, water, flammable and explosive
substances or other liquids.
• Always store the appliance indoors. To prevent
accidents, keep the appliance in a dry location
when not in use.
• Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery
cells may occur. In the event that battery fluid
comes into contact with skin or eyes, the affected
area must be rinsed off with water immediately.
Contact a physician.
To conduct yourself safely:
• Use only accessory parts recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Do not allow individuals (including children) to
use the appliance whose physical, sensorial or
mental abilities or lack of experience and know-
ledge hinder their safe usage of it if they have
not previously been supervised or instructed in its
correct usage. Tell children about the appliance
and its potential dangers so that they do not
play with it.
• The cable of the charging station may not be
used for other purposes. Never carry the char-
ging station or the power adapter by the cable.
Do not pull on the cable when you want to move
the appliance.
• Always grip the power plug to disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
• Always be sure to keep the hand vacuum clea-
ner away from heating elements, ovens or other
heated appliances and surfaces.
• Always make certain that the ventilation slits are
open. A blocked ventilation circuit can result in
overheating and damage to the appliance.
• This product contains rechargeable Ni-MH batte-
ries. Do not thow the batteries into a fire and do
not subject them to high temperatures. There is a
risk of explosion!
• Take special care when using the hand vacuum
cleaner on stairs.
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner without the
dust filter inserted.
• Do not use the power adapter for a different pro-
duct and do not attempt to charge this appliance
with a different charging station. Only use the
charging station supplied with this appliance.
Before the First Use
1. The cordless hand vacuum cleaner is powered
by rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Before using
the cordless hand vacuum cleaner for the first
time, the batteries must be charged for at least
24 hours.
2. The batteries reach their full capacity after a
charging time of 24 hours. Only place the appli-
ance back in the charging station 7once the
vacuum power becomes noticeably weaker.
Charging
NOTE:
Make certain that the on/off switch 5is in position
"0" before starting the charging process.
1. Insert the round plug of the power supply into
the back of the charging station 7. Lock the
plug by turning it anti-clockwise.
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2. Place the charging station 7next to a power
socket and plug the power adapter in.
The charging station can optionally be moun-
ted on a wall with the supplied screws and
plugs i(see Chapter „Mounting the wall
bracket“). Vertical screw spacing 102 mm,
screw diameter 3,5 mm. The borehole has to
fit for plug diameter 5 mm.
You can store the crevice tool and the
upholstery brush in the slots on the charging
station 7.
3. Place the hand vacuum cleaner in the charging
station 7.The charge indicator light 6lights up
red and the charging process begins.
Important:
• Once the charging process is completed, the
appliance automatically switches to the charge
maintenance function. However, in order to avo-
id possible damage to the batteries, do not lea-
ve the appliance constantly connected to the
charging station .
• Only place the appliance back on the charging
station uonce the vacuum power becomes
noticeably weaker.
Important information about the
battery
In the event of a defective battery, please contact
our service centre directly. Please refer to the gua-
rantee card for the Authorized Service Outlet in
your country.
Mounting the Wall Bracket
1. Bore two holes with a spacing of ca. 102 mm.
Using the wall bracket 7to mark the boreholes
ensures the correct spacing.
2. Push the plugs 8into the boreholes and screw
in the lower screw 8until ca. 3mm is
protruding.
3. Place the wall bracket 7on the lower screw.
4. Guide the upper screw 8through the wall brak-
ket 7and into the borehole, then screw it in.
5. Tighten both screws 8down.
Assembly
NOTE:
Make certain that the dust filter 3is always inser-
ted before using the appliance.
1. To open the dust collector 2, turn the dust
collector 2and pull it off the motor unit 4.
Make certain that the dust filter 3is inserted
and put the dust collector 2back on. Turn the
dust collector 2until the arrow symbol points to
the dot on the motor unit 4.
2. Should the crevice tool or the upholstery
brush be required, insert them into the
suction opening of the dust collector 2.
Operation
1. Remove the hand vacuum cleaner from the char-
ging station 7. Using the supplied plugs and
screws 8the charging station 7can optionally
be mounted on the wall.
2. To switch the appliance on, move the on/off
switch 5to the position "I".
3. After use place the on/off switch 5into
position “O“.
4. The crevice tool is used to clean narrow,
hard-to-reach areas.
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5. The upholstery brush is used to clean sofas,
car seats and other cushioned items.
To remove the upholstery brush from the hand
vacuum cleaner, press both of the lateral lugs on the
tool forward simultaneously.
Put the assembled hand vacuum cleaner in the
charging station uand start the charging
process when the vacuum power is noticeably
weaker.
Cleaning
Changing and cleaning the dust filter
To achieve the best results, empty the dust collector
2and clean the dust filter 3after every use.
1. To open the dust collector 2, turn the dust col-
lector 2and pull it off the motor unit 4.
2. To remove the dust filter 3from the motor unit,
turn it and pull it off the motor unit 4.
3. Empty the dust collector 2.
4. Clean the dust filter 3in cold water and wait
until it is completely dry before putting it back
on the motor unit 4. Do not dry it with hot
airstream.
5. Place the dust filter 3on the motor unit 4. Turn
the dust filter 3to attach it. Never use the hand
vacuum cleaner without the dust filter 3
inserted.
6. Put the dust collector 2back on. Turn the dust
collector 2until the arrow symbol points to the
dot on the motor unit 4.
Important!
The suction opening must always be open and
unblocked. Blockages lead to overheating and
damage to the motor.
Disposal
Do not dispose of the appliance in your
normal domestic waste. This product is
subject to the European guideline
2002/96/EC.
Dispose of the appliance through an approved dis-
posal centre or at your community waste facility.
Observe the currently applicable regulations.
In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal
centre.
Battery disposal!
Batteries may not be disposed of with normal
domestic waste. All consumers are statutorily obli-
ged to dispose of batteries at the collection point in
their community/district or with the original supplier.
The purpose of this obligation is to ensure that
batteries can be disposed of in an environmentally
friendly manner. Only dispose of batteries when
they are fully discharged.
Dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally responsible manner.
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Warranty & Service
The warranty for this appliance is for 3 years from
the date of purchase. This appliance has been
manufactured with care and meticulously examined
before delivery. Please retain your receipt as proof
of purchase date. Should a claim need to be made
under the warranty, please make contact by tele-
phone with our service department. Only in this
way can a post-free despatch for your goods be as-
sured.
The warranty covers ONLY claims for material and
maufacturing defects, not for wearing or consuma-
ble or for damage to fragile components. This pro-
duct is for private use only and is not intended for
commercial applications.
The warranty will become void in the event of abusi-
ve and improper handling, use of force and internal
tampering not carried or approved by our authori-
zed service branch. Your statutory rights are not
restricted in any way by this warranty.
DES Ltd
Units 14-15
Bilston Industrial Estate
Oxford Street
Bilston
WV14 7EG
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
Irish Connection
Harbour view
Howth
Co. Dublin
Tel: 00353 (0) 87 99 62 077
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
Importer
KOMPERNASS GMBH
BURGSTRASSE 21
44867 BOCHUM, GERMANY
www.kompernass.com
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