Morphy Richards IB70041 User manual

PremAir cylinder vacuum cleaner
Please read and keep these instructions
getting the best from
your new cleaner...
If your cleaner isn’t picking up as
well as it should, please check
• Dustbags
It is important to replace them, otherwise the performance
of the cleaner will be impaired
• Filters
It is important that the filters are cleaned regularly or
replaced to allow air through the appliance
• Blockages
Check the nozzle, tubes and hose for blockages
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Important safety
instructions
The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following of common sense
safety rules.
Primarily there is danger of personal
injury and secondly danger of damage to the
appliance and property. These are indicated
in the instructions text by the following two
conventions:
WARNING: Danger of personal injury
IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance
In addition we offer the following
essential safety advice.
Location
• Do not use or keep this product outside
when it is raining.
• Do not store the appliance near hot
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 complete cable assembly must be
replaced. Do not attempt this task
yourself, contact Morphy Richards using
the helpline number.
Children
• Children do not understand the dangers
associated with operating electrical
appliances. Never allow children to use
this appliance.
Other safety considerations
• Never use in the presence of explosive
liquids 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.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply after use or prior to
cleaning or replacing dust bags.
• The appliance should never be left
running unsupervised.
Product safety
• Never use the appliance without the filter
installed.
• Never use the appliance to vacuum hot
ashes, broken glass, sharp objects or
liquids.
• Never modify the cleaner in any way.
• Repairs to electrical appliances are only
to be undertaken by trained personnel.
Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous
for users.
• Use only genuine Goblin spare parts and
accessories.
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.
WARNING: The plug removed from
the mains lead, if severed, must be
destroyed as a plug with bared flexible
cord is hazardous if engaged into a live
socket outlet.
Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug
require replacement, a BS1362 13 amp fuse
must be fitted.

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Features
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¤Opening for suction hose
‹Dust compartment lock button
›Tool storage compartment cover
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‡Motor protection filter
·Dustbag safety lock
‚Slot for attaching dustbag holder
„Variable power control
‰On/off foot switch
ÂCable rewind foot switch
ÊExhaust filter
Á‘Bag full’ indicator
ËSuction hose with air flow control*
ÈSuction hose with comfi-grip handle*
ÍFloor nozzle
ÎTwo metal tubes*
ÏTelescopic metal tubes*
ÌTube standby slot
ÓTube park (not shown)
ÔCarrying handle
Hard floor brush*
ÒTurbo brush*
* certain models only
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Certain models only

Standard
accessories Application
Curtains and
delicate
fabrics
Textiles and
upholstery
Shelves and
hard surfaces
Carpets and
other textile
floor coverings
(brushes up)
Settings for
heavy dirt and
smooth floors
(brushes down)
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Tools and
accessories
Standard floor nozzle
This nozzle is suitable for general
purpose cleaning on a wide variety of floor
coverings.
Turbo brush (certain models only)
This nozzle is suitable for cleaning and
rejuvenating cut pile carpets and is ideal for
picking up stubborn dirt and pet hairs.
Hard floor brush (certain models only)
Designed specifically for use on wood,
tiles and all other hard floor types.
Tool storage
The upholstery nozzle and the crevice
tool are stored in the internal storage
compartment.
Operation
Suction hose
Snap the 360° rotating head on the
suction hose into the suction hose
opening on the vacuum cleaner.
The appropriate cleaning tool can be
attached directly to the other end of the
suction hose or the connecting tube can
be used between the suction hose and the
tool.
Switching on
Always pull out the supply cable to its
maximum length. Plug the appliance into
the mains supply. Ensure that the
electronic suction power control is set to
minimum by turning the dial anti-
clockwise as far as it will go. Push the
on/off foot switch to start the motor.

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Power setting Application
Curtains
and delicate
fabrics
Textiles and
upholstery
Floor
coverings
such as
rugs or economy
setting for carpets
Carpets or
hard floor
coverings
Open Closed
Controlling suction power
The suction power can be varied to suit
the surface being cleaned, by using the
variable power control. See table for
guideline settings.
Certain models only
The suction power can also be adjusted
using the fingertip control on the handle.
Closed: full suction
Open: low suction
Overheating protection
In the event of a motor overload, your
vacuum cleaner will switch off automatically.
If this occurs, press the on/off switch,
disconnect from the mains supply and leave
for 15 minutes to allow the motor cool down.
The vacuum cleaner cuts out
automatically when:
• The floor nozzle or tubes become
blocked
• Using the vacuum cleaner with a full
dustbag
• The motor protection filter is very dirty
• The exhaust filter is very dirty.
Check and rectify before attempting to
reuse your vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Do not use your vacuum
cleaner without the filters fitted.

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Tube standby
During short breaks in cleaning the tubes
can be held in an upright, ‘standby’ position,
whilst you move furniture for instance.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the appliance is
never left unattended whilst it is switched on.
Switching off
Switch off the appliance. Remove the
plug from the mains supply and rewind the
power cable using the cable rewind foot
switch.
WARNING: When using the cable
rewind, always hold the plug as the
cable will rewind quickly.
Storage
Tube park
The vacuum cleaner can be stored in an
upright position. Rotate the floor nozzle until
the lug on the back of it can be fitted into the
tube park slot on the base of the appliance.

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Changing the
dustbag
If suction power is reduced or if the ‘dust
bag full’ indicator is permanently on, the dust
bag needs changing. Also check whether the
suction hose, tube or nozzle are blocked.
To access the dust bag, press the dust
compartment release button to open the
cover.
1Pull the tab on the dust bag to one side
so that the opening is hygienically sealed.
2Pull out the dust bag holder and dust bag
in an upward direction.
3Pull the bag sideways out of the holder.
4Dispose of the bag with your household
waste.
5Insert a new dust bag in the holder.
6Replace the dust bag holder and close
the cover.
IMPORTANT: The dust bag compartment
cover can only be closed once a dust bag
has been correctly inserted.

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Changing the motor
protection filter
The motor protection filter varies by
model. It is accessible from the dust
compartment only when the dust bag has
been removed first.
IMPORTANT: Never use the appliance
without the motor protection filter installed,
otherwise damage to the motor may occur
which would not be covered by the
guarantee.
PremAir model with standard
micro hygiene filter
1Open the flap on the filter holder.
2Take out the filter and clean (by shaking)
or replace.
3Close the filter holder.
It is recommended that this filter is
cleaned everytime the dustbag is changed,
and is replaced every 5 dustbag changes.
PremAir models with 3-layer
hygiene filter cassette
1Pull out the filter cassette in an upward
direction and clean by tapping gently or
dispose of it with your household waste.
2Put in a new filter cassette.
It is recommended that this filter should
be cleaned everytime the dustbag is
changed and replaced every 6 months, or
sooner if it starts to give an unpleasant
odour or if the dust bag has been damaged.
IMPORTANT: The filter material is
sensitive. Do not press the surface or you
may damage the filter material.
Insert the dust bag and close the dust
bag compartment cover.

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Changing the
exhaust air filter
The exhaust air filter should be cleaned
by shaking every time the dustbag is
changed. This filter can also be washed in
warm water (no detergents added) and
allowed to dry naturally.
IMPORTANT: The filter must be totally dry
before putting it back into the cleaner.
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.
Purchasing
replacement filters
Use only Morphy Richards replacement
filters which can be purchased from specialist
retailers or by calling the number on the front
page of this leaflet.
Helpline
If you have any difficulty with your
appliance, do not hesitate to call us. We’re
more likely 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

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The British Allergy Foundation considers that these products may, in proper use, reduce
exposure to both House Dust Mite (Der p 1) and Cat Allergen (Fel d 1).
Assessment carried out by BAF indicate that an individuals exposure can be reduced but
this does not mean that an individuals allergic symptoms will necessarily diminish. BAF’s
opinion applies only to the products and allergen stated. The product should be used only for
its intended purpose and strictly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions at all times.
Exposure to allergen can be dangerous. If you believe that you may suffer from an allergy
you should seek medical advice.
The British Allergy Foundation is a national charity (Charity reg. no. 1003726) founded in
1991 with the aim of improving awareness, prevention and treatment of allergy. The
Foundation encompasses all types of allergy and is managed by medical specialists from a
variety of disciplines including dermatology, ENT surgery, respiratory medicine, paediatrics,
ophthalmology, immunology and gastroenterology.
The Foundation is continuously striving to help sufferers to help themselves, often seeking
ways to avoid, or reduce exposure to, relevant allergens. The Seal of Approval Scheme forms
a part of this initiative.
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