Morphy Richards IB73340 User manual

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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
• Dustbag
It is important to replace them when full, otherwise the
performance of the cleaner will be impaired.
• Filters
It is important that filters are cleaned and replaced regularly to
allow air through the appliance.
• Blockages
Check the hose, tubes and tools for blockages
• Belt
Check and replace damaged or broken belt
• Height adjustment
The height adjustment only comes into effect when the handle is
released by the handle release pedal Â.
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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 bag
or 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
›Hose connector
fiCarpet height adjustment knob
flHepa filter grille
‡Front panel
·Full bag indicator
‚On/Off switch
„Front cover release handle
‰Floor nozzle with powered brush
ÂHandle release
ÊCarrying handle
ÁCord storage with quick release cleat
ËHose clip slot
ÈHose clip
ÍSafety bag interlock (shown page 5)
ÎBelt cover (page 7)
ÏBrush bar (page 7)
ÌMotor shaft (page 7)
ÓBrush bar end cap (page 7)
Accessories you should have
ÔFurniture brush
Crevice tool
ÒNested extension tubes x 2
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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 an upright position
with the carpet height adjustment knob
set to DEEP CARPET.
Note: The height adjustment only comes
into effect when the handle is released by
the handle release pedal Â.
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 1/2a turn and extend
the cable fully.
4Plug the cable into the mains socket.
5Step on the handle release pedal to
release the handle to the desired
position.
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.
Using attachments
Follow steps 1-4 above but set the carpet
height adjustment knob to the deep carpet
setting.
5Remove the hose connector ›from the
rear of the cleaner. Lift the hose ¤from
the top handle hook and push the
required attachment onto the end of the
hose.
•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: Always fix the hose clip È
to the main body slot Ëwhen using the
hose and tools.
•Never over extend the hose such that the
cleaner is pulled over.
•Turning the cleaner sideways helps
prevent the cleaner being pulled along by
the stretch hose.
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DEEP CARPET HARD FLOOR
MEDIUM CARPET
TOOLS
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Dust bag indicator
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 D
1Unplug the power cable from the socket.
2Remove the front by pressing the release
lever at the top.
3Remove the old dustbag by holding the
cardboard tab and pull towards you.
Remove carefully to avoid dust/dirt
spilling from the 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
dust bag is correctly fitted due to the
safety bag interlock. ÍAlways check
and if necessary clean the pre-motor filter
every time your 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.
Cleaning the pre-motor filter E
Everytime a new bag is fitted, the filter
should be taken out and cleaned. Failure to
clean the filter will reduce suction and will
damage the motor if used for prolonged
periods. This may invalidate the guarantee. If
the filter becomes damaged it must be
replaced.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the cleaner
without the filter in place.
1Remove the front cover of the cleaner.
2The pre-motor filter is located below the
bag.
3To remove the filter, slide the holder out of
the machine.
4Remove the filter from the holder by
unclipping. To clean 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 refitting. Allow the
filter to dry naturally, do not overheat.
5Replace front cover.
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Replacing the HEPA
exhaust filter F
The HEPA exhaust filter should be
replaced every 6 months.
•Replacement filters can be purchased
from our replacement parts helpline.
1Remove the front grille Fto access the
HEPA filter.
Safety cut-out
If the cleaner overheats a motor
protection thermostat will automatically
switch the motor off. If this happens, switch
the cleaner off, unplug from the power
supply and leave the cleaner to cool for
at least 30 minutes. Check the airways for
blockages, empty dust canister and clean
the filters before restarting.
Changing the belt
If the brush bar stops rotating it is likely
that the drive belt has snapped (usually
because the brush has been stalled). A spare
belt is supplied. Replacement belts can also
be obtained from Morphy Richards.
Removing the floor nozzle
cover GH
1Disconnect the cleaner from the mains
supply.
2Press the handle release pedal and place
the cleaner face down, in the flat position
on a soft surface (eg carpet).
3Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove
the four screws indicated G.
4Turn the cleaner over.
5While pressing the handle release
pedal lift the rear of the top cover,
unhook from the front then completely
remove the cover H.
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Replacing the belt IJ
6Lift off the belt cover Î.
7Gently pull the right hand side (belt side)
of the floor nozzle outwards and at the
same time lift the brush bar Ïout of its
location I.
8If the belt has broken, ensure all pieces
are removed. Clean the motor shaft Ì.
9Check the brush bar end caps. Ó
10 Fit the left hand end cap into the floor
nozzle.
11 Fit the right hand end cap onto the brush
bar.
12 Place one end of the new belt over the
motor shaft Ìand the other around the
pulley end of the brush Ï.
13 Locate the left hand side of the brush bar
first, then while pulling the right hand side
of the nozzle gently outwards and
stretching the belt, lower the right hand
side of the brush into its location.
14 Rotate the brush by hand to ensure it is
correctly and securely located.
15 IMPORTANT: Re-fit the belt cover.
16 Replace the top cover, hooking it in at the
front first and by pressing the handle
release pedal to allow the rear to
correctly locate K.
17 Turn the cleaner face down and re-fit and
tighten the four fixing screws, do not
overtighten.
18 Return the cleaner to its correct working
position before re-testing.
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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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 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 should have been replaced
and cleaned as necessary.
Morphy Richards shall not be liable to
replace or repair the goods under the terms
of the Guarantee where:
EXCLUSIONS
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.
VC73340M UK Rev 1 01/05
The After Sales Division,
Registered address,
Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough,
South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2604
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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