LG LCV900B User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
VACUUM CLEANER
LcV900B
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your vacuum and retain it for future reference.
P/No.: MFL66982301 www.lg.com
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

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CONTENTS
Unpacking the Vacuum Cleaner
Assembly Parts
The Vacuum Cleaner Assembly
Canister
Telescopic Wand
Hose
Power Nozzle
Accessory Storage
Cord Storage
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
Storing the Vacuum Cleaner
Dust Tank and Dust Separator Component
Emptying the Dust Tank
Cleaning the Dust Tank
Cleaning the Foam Pre Filter
Cleaning the HEPA Filter
Agitator Maintenance
Replacing the Agitator Belt
Removing Clogs
Cleaning the Exterior of the Vacuum Cleaner
Mattress Tool Maintenance
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Control Operation
Adjusting for Carpet Pile Height
Accessories
Accessory Use Chart
Installing Attachments
Tips and Tricks
Using the Bare Floor Nozzle
Using the Mattress Tool
Stairways and Landings
Agitator Motor Overload Protection
Thermal Overload Protection
LG VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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LG VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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PARTS AND FEATURES
CARE & CLEANING
Troubleshooting22-23
TROUBLESHOOTING

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LG VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY
LG Electronics Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship
under personal household use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of original consumer
purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when
used in U.S.A. and Canada.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES
OR PROFITS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship.
LGE will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out, including, but not limited to, filters and belts.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product assembly, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not assembled, operated or maintained according to all instructions
supplied with this product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended
purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than
those recommended in all instructions supplied with this product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser for products purchased for home use within the U.S.A. In Alaska, the
warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from states
to states. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs or your state’s Attorney General.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INFORMATION:
WARRANTY PERIOD:
Five Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the vacuum cleaner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this full five-year warranty, LG will also provide, free of charge, all labor and shop
service to replace the defective part.
(Except-Suction motor 3 years warranty)
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
To Prove Warranty Coverage
To Obtain Nearest Authorized
Service Center or Sales Dealer, or
to Obtain Product, Customer, or
Service Assistance
Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase.
A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is
provided.
Call 1-800-243-0000 (Phone answered 24 hours - 365 days a year) and choose
the appropriate prompt from the menu; or visit our website at: http://us.
lgservice.com. (In Canada- Call 1-888-542-2623, website http://ca.lgservice.com)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning
the unit or when cleaner is not in use.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
• Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up anything that is burning
or smoking such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in death, fire or electrical shock.
• Do not vacuum flammable or explosive substances such as
gasoline, benzene, thinners, propane (liquids or gases).
The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or
explosion. Doing so could result in death or personal injury.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in death or
electrical shock.
• Do not unplug by pulling the cord.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in product damage
or electrical shock. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close
a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in electrical
shock or personal injury, fire, or product damage.
• Do not use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
Personal injury or product damage could result.
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Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
Personal injury or product damage could result. If the power
cord or plug is damaged or faulty, contact LG Electronics
Service Agent to avoid hazard.
• Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been under water.
Personal injury or product damage could result. If the
vacuum has water damage, contact LG Electronics Service
Agent to avoid hazard.
• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or
disconnecting either hose or motorized nozzle.
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
• Do not continue to vacuum if any parts appear missing
or damaged.
Personal injury or product damage could result. If parts are
missing or damaged, contact LG Electronics Service Agent to
avoid hazard.
• Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner.
Fire hazard or product damage could result.
• Use proper voltage.
Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor
and possible injury to the user. Proper voltage is listed on the
bottom of vacuum cleaner.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
• Do not modify the plug in any way.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in electrical shock,
product damage, personal injury or death. If plug does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
• Repairs to electrical appliances may only be performed
by qualified service technicians.
Improper repairs may lead to serious hazards for the user.
• Do not use out doors or on wet surfaces.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in electrical shock or
personal injury.
• Do not put anything between vacuum cleaner body and
agitator head space.
Personal injury or product damage could result.
• This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.
Wash hands after handling.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use the hose
if it is damaged, cut or punctured.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in death, or electrical shock.
• Do not put fingers near the gear.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow all instructions before using your vacuum cleaner to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or
damage when using the vacuum cleaner. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your
service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or
hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the
word “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not insert objects into vacuum openings.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in product
damage.
• Do not use the vacuum if any of the openings are
blocked. Keep vacuum openings free of dust, lint, hair
and anything that may reduce air flow.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in product
damage.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the tank and/or
filters properly installed.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in product
damage.
• Always clean the dust tank and filters after vacuuming
carpet cleaners or fresheners, powders and fine dust.
These products can clog the filters, reduce airflow and/'or
cause damage to the vacuum. Failure to clean the dust tank
and filters could cause permanent damage to the cleaner.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up sharp or hard
objects such as small toys, pins, paper clips, etc.
They may damage the cleaner or dust tank.
• Store the vacuum cleaner indoors.
Put the vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping
over it.
• The vacuum cleaner should not be operated by young
children.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury
or product damage.
• Only use parts produced or recommended by qualified
service technicians.
Failure to do so could result in product damage.
• Follow all instructions in the owner's manual.
Only use LG recommended or approved attachments
and accessories.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or product
damage.
• When cleaning stairs, always place the vacuum cleaner
at the bottom on the stairs.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or product
damage.
• Make sure the filters (exhaust filter and motor safety
filter) are completely dry before replacing in the
machine.
Failure to do so could result in product damage.
• Do not dry the filters in an oven or microwave.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire hazard.
• Do not dry the filters in a clothes dryer.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire hazard.
• Do not dry near an open flame.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire hazard.
• Always turn the vacuum cleaner off before connecting or
disconnecting the hose.
Personal injury or product damage could result.
• The vacuum cleaner is only intended for household use.
• You are responsible for proper assembly and use of your
vacuum cleaner.
CAUTION
Thermal protector :
This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum cleaner in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum
cleaner suddenly shuts off, turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner.
Check the vacuum cleaner for possible source of overheating such as full dust tank, blocked hose or clogged filter. If these
conditions are found, fix them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum cleaner. After 30 minutes, plug
the vacuum cleaner back in and turn it on. If the vacuum cleaner still does not run, contact a qualified service technician.