Morphy Richards IB73301 User manual

www.morphyrichards.co.uk
Ultralight 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
• Dust bag
It is important to replace them when full, otherwise the
performance of the cleaner will be impaired
• Filters
It is important that the filters are cleaned and replaced
regularly to allow air through the appliance
• Blockages
Check the hose for blockages
• Belt
Check and replace damaged or broken belt
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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.
•Never use the appliance without the
filters installed.
•Never use the appliance to vacuum hot
ashes, broken glass, sharp objects or
liquids.
•Never modify the cleaner in any way.
•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.
•Repairs to electrical appliances are only
to be undertaken by trained personnel.
Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous
for users.
•Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare
parts and accessories
•Never over-extend the hose such that the
cleaner is pulled over. If the cleaner is
knocked over, switch off before
attempting to upright.
•Never pick the cleaner up by the floor
nozzle when connected to the mains, use
the carrying handle.
•WARNING: Keep loose clothing, hair,
fingers etc. away from the floor
nozzle whenever the cleaner is
connected to the mains.
•Disconnect from the mains supply before
attempting to clear blockages, clear the
brush or replace the belt.
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
⁄Upper handle
¤Flexible hose
‹Main body
›Furniture brush
fiHose connector
flCrevice nozzle
‡Nested extension tubes (2)
·Carpet height adjustment knob
‚Exhaust filter
„Front panel
‰Full bag indicator
ÂOn/Off switch
ÊFront cover release
ÁFloor nozzle with powered brush
ËHandle release
ÈCarrying handle
ÍCord storage with quick release cleat
ÎSafety bag interlock
ÏBelt cover
ÌVariable power slider
ÓBelt tunnel blanking plate
ÔBrush end plates 3
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Accessories
included Extension tubes
Crevice tool
Furniture brush
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Assembly B
Warning: Do not plug in the cleaner until
it is assembled.
1Carefully unpack all components.
2Lift cleaner body to upright position.
3Remove the two screws that are already
attached to the body.
4From the rear of the cleaner, align the
handle with groove and slide into the
body. If necessary, use thumb and finger
pressure to slide handle into position.
5Fasten the handle with the two screws.
Floor nozzle height
adjustment C
Before using the cleaner the floor nozzle
height must be set to the correct height.
Choose the setting which most closely
matches your floor surface, ie deep carpet
pile, medium carpet pile, short carpet pile or
hard floor.
When using the attachments the cleaner
must only be used in the upright position
with the carpet height adjustment knob set
to deep carpet.
Variable power D
Slide the variable power control to the
right to increase the suction power or to the
left to decrease suction. This feature is most
useful when using the hose & accessories.
Use the minimum setting when vacuuming
delicate fabrics/curtains etc. When not using
the hose it is advisable to keep the variable
slider set to maximum.
Using on carpets
1Place cleaner in its upright position.
2Set the carpet height adjustment knob to
the desired position.
3Release the mains cable by revolving the
quick release cleat through 180º and
extend the cable fully.
4Plug the cable into the mains socket.
5Step on the handle release button to
release the handle to the desired position
E.
6Press the on/off button to the ‘on’
position.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to
carpets, never leave the cleaner switched on
in one place for an extended period.
•Never have the brushes set too low such
that the cleaner is hard to push.
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DEEP CARPET HARD FLOOR
C
Use attachments
Use
Clean under furniture
Flat position
min max
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Using attachments
Follow previous steps 1-4 but set the
carpet height adjustment knob to the deep
carpet setting.
5Remove the hose connector from the rear
of the cleaner and push the required
attachment firmly onto the end of the
hose.
•If additional length is required, attach one
or both extension tubes between the
hose and tool.
6Switch on/off.
IMPORTANT: Never over extend the hose
such that the cleaner is pulled over.
Dust bag condition
When the cleaner is switched on, if the
dust bag condition indicator is continuously
showing red (or if the suction is reduced) the
bag must be replaced and the filters
cleaned.
If it is still showing red after emptying the
dust bag and cleaning the filters, check to
see if the hose is blocked.
Changing the dust bag F
1 Unplug power cable from wall socket.
2Remove the front by pressing the cover
release lever at the top.
3Remove the old dust bag by holding the
cardboard tab and pull towards you.
Remove carefully to avoid dust/dirt
spilling from dust bag and dispose.
4Take a new dust bag and fold over the
top tab at the crease. Holding the
cardboard tab, push the bag over the
opening of the dirt discharge tube until it
is seated against the rear of the
enclosure.
5The front panel will not close unless the
dustbag is correctly fitted due to the
safety bag interlock. Always check the
pre-motor and post motor filters every
time you change the dust bag.
6Once the new dust bag is in place,
replace the front panel by aligning the
bottom locking tabs with the slots in the
body, close cover slowly allowing the
front panel to snap in place. The latch
will self lock.
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Changing the filters G
To maintain suction, the filters must be
regularly taken out and cleaned. Failure to
clean the filters will reduce the suction and
will damage the motor if used for prolonged
periods. This may invalidate the guarantee. If
the filters become damaged they must be
replaced.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the cleaner
without the filters in place.
1Remove the front cover of the cleaner.
2The pre-motor filter is located underneath
the bag and the exhaust filter is below
facing forward. To remove the pre-motor
filter, simply slide it forward. To remove
the exhaust motor filter, pull the locking
tab on the right and it will snap out.
3Remove the filters from their holders by
unclipping and shake vigorously over a
dustbin. The pre-motor filter may also be
washed in warm water. Do not use
detergents. The filter must be completely
dry before re-fitting. Allow filter to dry
naturally, do not overheat. The exhaust
filter is non-washable.
4Replace front cover.
Changing the brush belt
If the power brush stops rotating it is
likely that the drive belt has snapped (usually
because the brush has been stalled).
Replacement belts can be obtained from
Morphy Richards or a Service Agent.
1Disconnect the cleaner from the mains
supply.
2Place the cleaner face down in the flat
position.
3Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove
the two screws from the front bottom and
the central screw under the height
adjustment mechanism H.
4Turn the cleaner over and remove the
carpet height adjustment knob.
5Remove the two screws at the rear and
lift the rear of the cover off over the
handle release button and unclip the
cover from the front of the floor nozzle I.
6If the belt has broken, remove any loose
pieces before replacing.
7Lift the belt cover Ïoff.
8Grasp the brush at both ends and lift
straight up J.
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9Remove the belt tunnel blanking plate Ó.
10 Place one end of the new belt over the
motor shaft and the other around the
pulley end of the brush K.
11 Make sure both brush end plates Ôare
fitted.
12 Place the belt tunnel blanking plate over
the belt and push end into its guide slot.
13 Align brush end plates with their guide
slots and push the brush down into
place.
14 Re-fit the belt cover.
15 Re-fit the main cover. Push the carpet
height adjustment knob back on - do not
over tighten.
16 Replace the two screws on the top of the
cover and the three screws underneath
the floor nozzle.
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 the product.
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.
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Helpline
&order line
for replacement parts
UK 08450 777700
Eire 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 rear 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 will be asked to return
the product (in secure, adequate packaging)
along with a copy of proof of purchase.
Subject to the exclusions set out below (1-6),
the faulty appliance will then be repaired or
replaced and dispatched usually within
seven working days of receipt.
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 receipt or invoice
to indicate the date of initial purchase.
To qualify for the two-year guarantee the
appliance must have been used according to
the manufacturers instructions. For example
bags and filters shall have been regularly
cleaned or replaced.
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, mis-use, 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.
6Consumables such as bags, filters and belt
are not covered by the guarantee.
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.
8VC73301M Rev 5 11/02
The After Sales Division,
Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough,
South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK (local rate) 0870 060 2603
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
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.
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