LG VS8417SCW User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
LG CORDLESS
HANDY-STICK CLEANER
VS84*****
Before using, carefully read the Safety Precautions pages
to allow for safe operation of the product. After reading
this manual, keep it in an easily accessible location.
MFL67983107

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE USING
3
7
8
Safety Precautions
Included with Product
Parts
METHOD OF USE
10
11
12
14
Assembling Handy-Stick Cleaner
Assembling Charging Stand
Using the Product
Charging the Battery
MAINTENANCE
15
16
17
18
Cleaning the Dust Bin
Assembling the Dust Bin
Cleaning the Nozzle
Removing Clogs
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
19 Troubleshooting
REFERENCE
20 Product Specifications
WARRANTY
21 LG Handy-Stick Cleaner WARRANTY
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
Read all instructions before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
1. This appliance 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an
LG Electronics Service Agent in order to avoid a potential
hazard.
4. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by
children without supervision.
Basic Safety Precautions
After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can
result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING
CAUTION

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• This appliance is designed for normal indoor
domestic use only. It is not to be used for any
office or commercial application.
• No one other than a repair technician shall
disassemble or modify the product.
Contact an authorized LG service center for
service. Failure to follow this warning may cause
fire or electrical shock.
• Do not spray combustible materials such as
gasoline or solvents, or surfactants such as
detergents or bath soaps, or drinks near the
cleaner and its charging stand.
Doing so can cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not vacuum toxic solutions such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner.
• Do not allow the power cord to be crushed,
kinked or cut by heavy objects.
Using a damaged cord or plug could cause fire or
electrical shock. Have faulty or damaged power
cords replaced by an authorized service center.
• Do not let liquids such as water enter the
product, and do not use the unit to pick up
liquids, sharp pointy objects, or hot embers.
Doing so could cause fire or electric shock.
If water accidentally enters the unit, immediately
turn off the power switch of the main body, pull
out the power plug, and contact an LG Electronics
Service Agent to avoid hazard.
• Do not insert pins or sharp pointy utensils into
or around the cleaner or its charging stand.
There is a risk of electrical shock.
• Do not use the appliance if gas odors can
be detected. Unplug the unit and provide
ventilation to avoid possible dangers.
There is a risk of fire or explosion.
• Make sure that the unit is plugged into a wall
socket that is rated at over 10 amps and that is
not overloaded.
Overloading of any wall socket can cause fires and
product malfunction.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or
socket is in any way loose or damaged.
Doing so can cause fire or electrical shock.
• Do not operate the appliance with the suction
inlet or outlet blocked.
Doing so causes deformation of main body or fire
by overheating.
• Do not operate the cleaner while dust bin is
taken out.
There is a risk of product damage or electrical
shock injury.
• Do not place power cord and the product near
heating devices.
Doing so can cause deformation of main body,
malfunction, or fire.
• Do not touch the prongs when pulling the plug
from the outlet.
Doing so can cause electrical shock.
• Do not allow children or pets to play with the
product or use the product as a toy.
Doing so can cause personal injury and damage
to the unit.
• Do not handle the appliance and plug with wet
hands.
Doing so may cause electrical shock.
• Do not clean the inlet with water and then use
immediately without sufficiently drying the
components first.
Doing so may cause electrical shock and
malfunction.
• Disconnect from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use harsh or abrasive
cleaners.
Failure to follow this warning can cause electrical
shock and exterior damage.
• Do not place hands into the intake while the
appliance is operating. Allow the unit to stop
operating and disconnect from the wall outlet
to avoid any personal injury.
• Do not wash the exterior of inlet or bottom
surface with water or detergent. Use only a
damp cleaning cloth.
Failure to follow this warning may damage product
or cause electrical shock.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its authorised
service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not use the product at a place subject to
industrial oil fumes or metal particulates.
Doing so can cause fire or product failure.
• Do not use in an enclosed space where vapors
are present from paint, paint thinner, moth-
proofing substances, flammable dust or other
explosive or toxic materials.
WARNING

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Do not disassemble the battery.
There is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Do not expose product to heat or fire.
Do not expose product to direct sunlight.
There is a risk of fire and explosion.
• Do not subject battery to physical impacts.
There is a risk of fire and explosion.
• Use only the specified battery charger included
with the product. Do not use the provided
adapter with any other products or for other
than its intended use. Read and follow
instructions in this manual to charge battery
properly. Failure to follow these warnings may
result in damage to the battery or fire.
• If any liquid leaks from the batteries, avoid
bringing liquid into contact with the skin or
eyes.
• If you come into contact with battery fluid,
wash the affected area well with water and seek
medical attention.
There is a risk of burns and blindness.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• 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.
• 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 appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce
air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts
of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use
in areas where they may be present.
• Do not charge the unit outdoors.
• Use only the charger supplied by the
manufacturer to recharge.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is
severely damaged.
The batteries can explode in a fire.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
• Do not use without filter in place.
• Use only LG recommended accessories and
replacement parts.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use for
extended periods and before maintenance or
servicing.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Always turn OFF the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting the motorized
brush bar.
• Keep the work area well lit.
• Only plug the vacuum cleaner into an outlet
which matches the voltage rating of the
appliance. This prevents overloading house
wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard
and irreparable product damage.
• Never use the product for removing toxic
gases.
The product may fail, and toxic gases will not be
removed.
• Dispose of the unit properly. The battery cells
can cause fire or explode if not disposed of
properly.
• Do not point nozzle or tools at eyes or ears. Do
not insert nozzle or tools in mouth.
• Packaging material can be dangerous for
children. There is a risk of suffocation. Keep all
packaging material from children and dispose
of promptly.
WARNING

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Static Electricity may be generated at main
body during cleaning.
If vacuum cleaner malfunctions due to
electrostatic energy, disconnect from the wall
outlet and plug in again.
• Remove socks, stockings, tissues, and other
objects from floor before cleaning to prevent
them from blocking the inlet during cleaning.
This appliance must be used to remove dust
only.
• Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over the
carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging
the carpet fibers.
• Do not touch the bottom surface of the
vacuum with hand or foot while the
appliance is in operation.
• Do not operate the appliance without the
dust bin and its covers in place. Always
ensure the dust bin is cleaned when it
reaches its limit or beforehand.
Using the vacuum continuously while the
dust bin is full will cause malfunction and
overheating.
• If a foreign object is attached to the bottom
surface of dust bin, remove it before using
the product.
It could compromise the suction motor and
cause malfunction and damage.
• Do not place vacuum cleaner on unstable
surfaces such as chairs or tables.
• Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry
after routine cleaning.
• Do not stretch the cord or place the cord
under strain.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• When not in use, mount the product on the
charging stand.
CAUTION

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INCLUDED WITH PRODUCT
Battery* (Spare)
*Available on some models.
Fixing screw Owner’s Manual Adapter
Handy-Stick Cleaner Charging Stand
(models vary)

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PARTS - HANDY-STICK CLEANER
Power ON/OFF button
Speed control button
Main body
Built-in brush
Charging stand
(models vary)
Charging indicator
(on some models)
Handy release buttons
Finger rest
- Place finger here for
comfortable use.
Handy power button
Battery indicator
Dust bin release button
Brush
LED lighting
(Only on applied model)

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PARTS – CHARGING STATION / DUST BIN
Inner filter
(non mesh side)
Dust bin Dust separator
Dust bin cover
Charging Stand (models vary)
Dust Bin

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ASSEMBLING HANDY-STICK CLEANER
1 2
Upper body part
Lower body part
➊ Assemble the upper and lower body parts.
Attach the upper body part to the lower body part
as shown.
Keep fingers away from pinch points while
assembling.
➋ Fasten the fixing screw.
Locate the hole for the fixing screw on
the rear side of the product.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, insert the
provided fixing screw to secure the
upper and lower body parts.
Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver

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ASSEMBLING CHARGING STAND
Insert the upper part of the charging stand into
the base until it clicks.
(models vary)

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USING THE PRODUCT
Power ON/OFF button
Vacuum power button
Speed control button
(Power or Regular)
Battery
indicator
Groove
Make sure the vacuum
body has docked correctly.
Projection
Battery indicator
Press the power button to turn on the
product.
• Press the speed control button to select
the motor speed.
• If the product does not turn on, check
the charge level on the battery indicator.
Battery indicator shows remaining charge.
• A fully charged battery can last up to 20 minutes on the
Power mode and up to 30 minutes on the Regular mode
(depending on the surface being vacuumed).
• When the battery indicator shows one blinking light, the
battery charge is low and the power will soon turn off.
Place the rear bottom of the main
body on the charger as shown.
Make sure the vacuum body has
docked correctly.
WARNING
Do not use this cleaner to vacuum liquids.
Vacuuming liquids will cause the unit to
malfunction.

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USING THE PRODUCT
The brush is ideal for cleaning short-pile carpet or a normal wood floor surface.
①It is not recommended for vacuuming deep-pile carpet.
②Deep-pile carpets may cause the brush to stop rotating.
– If a motor overload stops the brush from rotating, turn the vacuum cleaner off.
Remove tangled threads or fibers if necessary. Turn vacuum cleaner on again to
resume vacuuming.
③After you have finished using the vacuum, place the vacuum cleaner on the floor or
on the charging stand.
– If the product falls over due to improper placement when not in use, it may
damage the unit or harm children or pets.
The brush motor is fitted with overload protection which stops the motor from
rotating, to help prevent accidental injury or damage to tangled threads and
fabrics.

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CHARGING THE BATTERY
1
2
Battery indicator
Charging indicator
➊If the voltage gets low during
operation, the power is
automatically turned off to protect
the battery.
You must then recharge the
battery.
Securely dock the hand-held
cleaner to the main body of the
vacuum cleaner. Then place the
vacuum cleaner on the charging
stand to begin the recharge.
➋The charging time may vary depending on the battery
condition.
When the minimum amount of charge is left, it takes
about 4.5 hours to fully charge one battery.
• The battery fitted to the vacuum cleaner is charged
first, and then the battery attached to the charging
stand is charged (on some models).
• While the hand-held cleaner is charging, the battery
indicator light blinks to show the charge amount.
• When the battery is fully charged, the hand-held battery
status indicator stays on. After 5 minutes, it turns off.
• While the battery on the charging stand is charging, the
single LED indicator on the charging stand blinks, and
when the battery is fully charged, the LED remains on.
After 5 minutes, it turns off.
• Remove the charging adaptor plug from the wall outlet
if the vacuum will not be used for a long time (on
applicable models).
• Fully charging two discharged batteries may take up to
9 hours.

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CLEANING THE DUST BIN
Dust bin
release button
Inner filter
(non mesh side)
Clean and dry
Fig.1
Dust bin
Dust separator
Inner filter
Filter cover
①②
③
④
⑤
①To detach the dust bin, push and hold the
release button and pull it in the direction
shown.
②Remove the filter cover assembly in the
direction indicated by the arrow, then
remove the dust separator from the dust
separator.
(Beware that the dust that may fall from
the filter in the process.)
③Empty the dust bin.
④Separate the inner filter from the filter
cover as shown in Fig.1.
⑤Rinse the detached filter under water until
the water runs clear. Set the filter in the
shade until completely dry.
(Do not use hot water or detergent. They
may cause deformation to the filter.)
Helpful tip
• To maintain the vacuum cleaner, clean the filter
once a week with a cleaning brush or using
another vacuum cleaner, and at least twice a
month with water.
(Frequent cleaning of the filter can help maintain
its performance.)
• To maintain the best performance of your vacuum
cleaner, empty the dust bin after every use.
• After cleaning the dust separator, be sure to put it
back into the dust bin.
• The dust separator must be in place before
using the vacuum cleaner. Without it, dust will be
sucked into the main body and motor, causing a
malfunction and damage to the vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
Turn off the vacuum cleaner and remove battery
before servicing to avoid risk of electrical shock or
injury.

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ASSEMBLING THE DUST BIN
① ② ③
①Attach the inner filter back onto the filter cover.
②Put the dust separator back into the dust bin.
③Assemble the filter cover back onto the dust separator
in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Filter cover
Dust separator
Inner filter
Helpful tip
• To assemble the filter cover, filter holder, and dust bin,
align them as shown.

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CLEANING THE NOZZLE
1 2 3
4 5 6
➊Turn off the vacuum
cleaner and remove the
hand-held vacuum.
Press the hook to
release the brush
cover. Remove the
cover and set aside.
➍Slide the brush back
through the belt inside the
vacuum nozzle.
➋Lift the brush and
detach it from the drive
belt.
➎Secure the brush into
the vacuum nozzle.
➏Insert the front tabs on the
brush cover then press
down by the hooks until
the cover clicks into place.
➌
Remove any tangled hair
or threads from the brush.
- Use another vacuum
cleaner to remove the hair
and threads from the brush.
- Use a pair of scissors
to cut the hair, threads
etc. that have collected
around the brush.
(Do not use water to
clean the brush.)
Hook
Tab
Brush*
Belt
Gear
Click
Click
Helpful tip
• After cleaning or replacement, follow instructions to replace
brush properly.
• Before vacuuming, check the nozzle wheels and brush for
foreign objects.
• Remove the objects to protect the floor surface.
* Brush type : Models vary
WARNING
Turn off vacuum cleaner and
remove hand-held vacuum
before servicing to avoid risk
of electric shock or injury.

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REMOVING CLOGS
① ②
③
④
If you notice a loss in suction, first check the filters as described on page 15.
If the filters are clean, There may be a clog. The arrows show areas where
clogs are most likely to occur.
To check for clogs :
①Unplug and turn off the vacuum cleaner.
②Check the hand-held vacuum where it connects to the main body by
pressing the release buttons on the upper body.
③Check the main body where it connects to the hand-held vacuum while
the hand-held is removed.
④Remove the dust bin and check the dust bin inlet where it connects to the
main body.
⑤Turn the vacuum cleaner over, remove the brush (see page 17), and
check the agitator inlet.
WARNING
Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Always remove the
vacuum cleaner from the charging stand before servicing. Remove the
hand-held vacuum and the battery before servicing to avoid electric
shock or injury.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Check the following before calling for service.
WARNING
Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Always remove the vacuum cleaner from the charging
stand before servicing. Remove the hand-held vacuum and the battery before servicing to avoid
electric shock or injury.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
Weak or no suction and
vibration noise.
• Check if inlet or dust bin is blocked by any foreign objects or
debris that weaken the suction.
• Separate dust bin from the main body, and check if the filters are
dirty.
• Filter may have been assembled while still damp.
After washing, leave filter to air dry completely before
re-assembling or vacuum suction will be affected.
Vacuum won’t turn on. • Check that the switch is turned on.
• Check if battery level is low.
• Follow proper instructions for use in this manual. If product is still
not working, call the LG Customer Information Center for service.
Vacuum emits odors. • Some odors are normal when the product is first operated and will
diminish within 3 months of normal operation.
• Odors can also be caused by old dust in the dust bin and filters
that has not been cleaned for some time. Empty, clean and wash
the dust bin and filters thoroughly before reusing the appliance.
Vacuum is hot or blows hot
air.
• The air coming out of the outlet holes may be warm because it is
coming out after cooling the motor. This is normal.
Vacuum vibrates but has
no suction.
• Because of the suction motor overheat prevention device, this
may occur when 1) dust bin is full, 2) filter or inlet is blocked, or
3) it is used for a long time. Allow the unit to rest and cool for at
least 40 minutes before attempting to operate again.
– Before using it again, clean the filter and dust bin.
– If the inlet is blocked, remove the foreign object.
Adaptor cord is defective • Have the defective cord/plug replaced by a qualified electrician.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
43½ in.
1105 mm
10
5
/
8
in.
270 mm
7
1
/
5
in.
190
mm
Model VS84**SCW
Dimension 71/5in. x 105/8in. x 431/2in.
(190 mm x 270 mm x 1105 mm)
Weight 6.2 lb (2.8 kg)
Power
Consumption 90 W (6.5 A)
Battery DC 18 V
Hours of use Power mode : 20 min
Regular mode : 30 min
Charger (Adapter)
Input 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz 0.3 A
Output DC 21 V 0.65 A
Charging time Charging 1 Battery : 4 hour 30 min
Charging 2 Batteries : 9 hour
Battery
Type Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery
Rating DC 18 V 2000 mAh
Number of battery
cells 5
Manufacturer Neonix (Battery Cell : LG Chem)
(+) (–)
※ This equipment is a Class B digital device that complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.