Morphy Richards ESSENTIALS COMPACT BAGLESS VACUUM CLEANER - REV... User manual

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Essentials compact bagless
vacuum cleaner
Please read and keep these instructions
Getting the best from your new cleaner...
If your cleaner is not picking up as well as it should, please check
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It is important that the filters are cleaned regularly to allow
air through the appliance. Shake to remove dust, the filter
can also be washed in warm water and left to air dry.
IMPORTANT - Ensure filter is totally dry before refitting
into machine.
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Check the tools and hose for blockages.
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If suction is low and the product has been emptied, the filters
cleaned and the product checked for blockages, check that
the variable power dial is set to maximum.
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For replacement parts, help with using your Morphy Richards product,
problems and lots more, contact us by phone or through our website.
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The use of any electrical
appliance requires the following
common sense safety rules.
Primarily there is danger of
injury or death and secondly
the danger of damage to the
appliance. These are indicated
in the text by the following two
conventions:
WARNING: Danger to the
person!
IMPORTANT: Damage to the
appliance! In addition we offer
the following safety advice.
Location
• Do not use or keep this
product outside in the rain.
• Do not store the appliance near
hot surfaces eg ovens or
heating appliances.
Mains lead
• Do not allow the mains lead to
become strained or run this
appliance over it.
• If the electrical cable becomes
damaged the cable assembly
must be replaced. Do not
attempt this task yourself,
contact the helpline number
that is found at the bottom of
the page.
Personal safety
•WARNING: Keep loose
clothing, hair, fingers etc.
away from the turbo nozzle
during use.
• The plug must be removed
from the wall socket before
cleaning or maintaining the
appliance.
• Never use in the presence of
explosive liquid or vapours.
• Never pick up inflammable or
poisonous liquids such as
petrol, copier toner or other
volatile substances. Never pick
up acids, asbestos or asbestos
dust.
• Never touch the plug or cable
with wet hands.
• Unprofessional repairs can be
dangerous for users.
• The appliance must never be
left running unsupervised.
• This appliance is intended for
domestic use only. Misuse or
use for commercial or any
other purpose will render the
guarantee invalid.
• Always disconnect the
appliance from the main supply
after use or prior to emptying,
cleaning or maintaining.
• To protect against fire, electric
shock and personal injury do
not immerse cord, plug or
cleaner in water or other liquid.
• This appliance is not intended
for use of 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 application by a person
responsible for their safety.
Product safety
• Never use the appliance
without the filters being
installed.
• Never use the appliance to
vacuum hot ashes, broken
glass, sharp objects or liquids.
• Use only Morphy Richards
spare parts and accessories.
• Never modify the cleaner in any
way.
Children
• Children do not understand the
dangers associated with
operating electrical appliances.
Never allow children to use this
appliance.
• Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Check that the voltage on the
rating plate of your appliance
corresponds with your house
electricity supply which must
be A.C. (Alternating Current).
If the socket outlets in your
home are not suitable for the
plug supplied with this
appliance the plug should be
removed and the appropriate
one fitted.
If you cut off the plug and let
go of the cable it will rewind
into the machine, therefore you
must pull out a length of cable
and secure it before cutting the
plug off and re-fitting a new
one.
WARNING: The plug
removed from the mains
lead, if severed, must be
destroyed as a plug with a
bared flexible cord is
hazardous if engaged into a
live socket outlet.
Should the fuse in the 13 amp
plug require changing a 13 amp
BS1362 fuse must be fitted.
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FEATURES
⁄Dust canister release latch
¤Variable power control
‹Power on/off switch
›Handle
fiCable rewind button
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‡Dust canister
·Hose inlet
‚Hose release button
„Storage hook
‰Exhaust filter and cover
ÂTube storage slot
Accessories you should
have
ÊFloor nozzle
ÁFlexible hose/handle with
airflow control
ËUpholstery nozzle
ÈCrevice tool
ÍBrush tool (clips onto
crevice tool)
ÎExtension tubes x 2
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OPERATING THE
APPLIANCE
ASSEMBLY
Your vacuum cleaner has an
efficient suction action to
provide high levels of cleaning
on all types of surface around
the home.
Switch off before fitting or
removing accessories.
Insert the flexible
hose
Insert the flexible hose Áin the
hose inlet duct ·on the front
of the product, press until it
clicks into position. A
To remove the flexible
hose
Press the release button to
release the flexible hose. Pull
the hose firmly from the hose
inlet duct.
Fitting the extension
tubes and
accessories
Join the two extension tubes Î
together and attach the
extension tubes to the handle
end Áof the hose. Some tasks
may be easier with only one
extension tube fitted.
Attach the floor nozzle Êto the
extension tubes. The floor nozzle
can be used for carpets, rugs,
hard floors and tiles.
Other accessories
include:
• Crevice tool Èfor awkward
places, corners and behind
radiators etc.
• Brush attachment Ífor
pelmets, delicate objects etc.
• Upholstery nozzle Ëfor sofas,
armchairs etc.
• Tools can be stored on the tool
storage clip Ïthat fits onto the
extension tubes.
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CONTROLS
On/off control
Press the on/off pedal to start
the machine, press again to turn
off.
Variable power
control
Turn the dial clockwise to
increase the power for maximum
suction or anti-clockwise to
reduce suction when cleaning
delicate surfaces such as
curtains etc.
IMPORTANT: If suction power
appears to be low check that
the variable power dial is set to
maximum.
Suction control on
the handle
The suction power can be
adjusted using the fingertip
control on the handle. B
Closed : full suction
Open : low suction
2 position wheeled
floor nozzle Ê
The brushes should be retracted
for use on carpets and down for
use on hard floors by adjusting
the lever on the floor nozzle.
After vacuuming
1Switch off the vacuum cleaner.
2Unplug from the mains.
3Use a hand or foot to operate
the cable rewind fi.
WARNING: When using the
cable rewind, always hold
the plug as the cable will
rewind quickly.
Emptying the dust
canister
1Disconnect the cleaner from the
mains socket.
2Disconnect the hose from the
hose inlet duct.
3Remove the dust canister by
pushing the pod release latch.
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4Remove the filter basket and
empty the pod into a waste bin.
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If the dust is tightly packed tap
the front cover. Shake the filter
basket into the waste bin, this
will remove most of the dust.
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Replacement filter
basket
To maintain the suction of the
cleaner the filter basket must be
washed regularly (in warm water
only, no detergent).
1Allow the filter basket to air dry
naturally.
IMPORTANT: Both parts MUST
BE THOROUGHLY DRY before
the assembly is re-fitted to the
cleaner.
Reassemble
1Replace the filter basket
ensuring that the seal is good
E. Then replace the pod onto
the main body. F
Motor protection filter
This cleaner is fitted with a
motor protection filter. NEVER
USE THE VACUUM CLEANER
WITHOUT THIS IN PLACE.
To clean the motor
protection filter
1Remove the filter from the filter
grille. G
2Rinse the filter in lukewarm
water and dry the filter
completely.
3Put the filter back into the filter
grille and reassemble.
Storage position
The vacuum cleaner can be
stored in an upright position.
slide the storage hook „into
the slot on the base of the
product Âand the tubes, hose
and floor nozzle are held
securely. H
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HINTS AND TIPS
Changing and
cleaning the exhaust
filter
This filter should be replaced
every 12 months or sooner if
required.
Remove the exhaust filter grille
by pulling the locking tabs
towards you. IRemove the
used filter. Insert the clean micro
exhaust filter and replace the
filter grille.
IMPORTANT
• All filters should be checked
regularly for signs of damage,
preferably after each cleaning
task. The filters must be
replaced immediately if they
become damaged.
• Always disconnect the cleaner
from the mains when checking
filters.
• Always make sure all filters are
fitted before use. Failure to do
so may result in damage to your
product.
• If the sound of the cleaner
changes slightly, clean the filters
and check for blockages.
Cleaning and
maintenance
Unplug from the mains before
cleaning. The vacuum cleaner,
especially the dust
compartment and all
accessories can be cleaned
using a damp cloth or a non-
abrasive domestic cleaner and
wiped dry.
To keep the underside of the
floor nozzle clean, vacuum it at
regular intervals using the
crevice tool.
HELPLINE
If you have any difficulty with
your appliance, do not hesitate
to call us.
We are more likely to be able to
help than the store from where
you bought it.
Please have the following
information ready to enable our
staff to deal with your query
quickly.
• Name of the product
• Model number as shown on the
underside of the appliance.
• Serial number as shown on
underside of the appliance.
UK Helpline 0870 0602604
Replacement Parts 0870 1676635
Ireland Helpline 1800 409119
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Morphy Richards products are intended for household use only.
Morphy Richards has a policy of continuous improvement in product quality and
design. The company, therefore reserves the right to change the specification of its
models at any time.
The After Sales Division
Morphy Richards Ltd
Mexborough, South Yorkshire,
England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2604
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
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YOUR TWO YEAR
GUARANTEE
It is important to retain
the retailers receipt as
proof of purchase. Staple
your receipt to this back
cover for future reference.
Please quote the following
information if the product
develops a fault. These
numbers can be found on
the base of the product.
Model no.
Serial no.
All Morphy Richards
products are individually
tested before leaving the
factory. In the unlikely event
of any appliance proving to
be faulty within 28 days of
purchase it should be
returned to the place of
purchase for it to be
replaced.
If the fault develops after
28 days and within 24
months of original
purchase, you should
contact the Helpline
number quoting Model
number and Serial number
on the product, or write to
Morphy Richards at the
address shown.
You may be asked to return
a copy of proof of
purchase.
Subject to the exclusions
set out below (see
Exclusions) the faulty
appliance will then be
repaired or replaced and
dispatched usually within 7
working days of receipt.
If you suspect a fault,
follow the simple checks
detailed below before
retrying the appliance or
calling the helpline.
• Check the filters for
blockages.
• Check the tools / tubes for
blockages.
• Check the plug is firmly in the
socket is working by trying
another appliance.
• Check the fuse in the plug.
If for any reason this item is
replaced during the 2 year
guarantee period, the
guarantee on the new item
will be calculated from
original purchase date.
Therefore it is vital to retain
your original till receipt or
invoice to indicate the date
of initial purchase.
To qualify for the 2 year
guarantee the appliance
must have been used
according to the
instructions supplied.
EXCLUSIONS
Morphy Richards shall not
be liable to replace or
repair the goods under the
terms of the guarantee
where:
1The fault has been caused
or is attributable to
accidental use, misuse,
negligent use or used
contrary to the
manufacturers
recommendations or where
the fault has been caused
by power surges or
damage caused in transit.
2The appliance has been
used on a voltage supply
other than that stamped on
the products.
3Repairs have been
attempted by persons
other than our service staff
(or authorised dealer).
4Where the appliance has
been used for hire
purposes or non domestic
use.
5Morphy Richards are not
liable to carry out any type
of servicing work, under
the guarantee.
6The guarantee excludes
consumables such as
some filters.
• This guarantee does not
confer any rights other than
those expressly set out
above and does not cover
any claims for
consequential loss or
damage. This guarantee is
offered as an additional
benefit and does not affect
your statutory rights as a
consumer.
• This guarantee is valid in
the UK and Ireland only.
For electrical products sold within the
European Community. At the end of the
electrical products useful life it should
not be disposed of with household
waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice in your
country.
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