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Please read and keep these instructions
Getting the best from your new cleaner...
Filters
It is important that the pleated filter is clicked clean each time the dust
canister is emptied to allow air through the appliance. Wash the pleated
filter regularly in warm water and allow to air dry. A spare pleated filter is included.
Blockages
Check nozzles, tubes, hose and connectors for blockages.
Note: The floor nozzle hose can be released for inspection see page 6.
Adjustable height handle
You can adjust the handle height to suit different height users, for carrying
and for storage. Please see page 4 for details.
Safety cut-out
Both the suction and beater bar motors are protected by safety cut-outs.
See page 6 for more details. If these operate it is important to unplug
from the main supply before attempting any remedial action.
Allergy sufferers
See page 5 for emptying advice.
Brush bar switch off
IMPORTANT: THE ROTATING BRUSH BAR WILL AUTOMATICALLY
STOP WHEN THE CLEANER IS PUT INTO THE UPRIGHT POSITION.
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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.
UK Helpline: 0870 060 2604
Replacement parts: 0870 167 6635
Ireland 1800 409119
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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.
Location
• Do not use or keep this
product outside.
• 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 floor
nozzle whenever the
cleaner is connected to
the mains.
• WARNING: Only lift the
product by the handles
⁄and Ô.
•WARNING: Disconnect
from the mains supply
before attempting to
clear any blockages or
accessing the floor
nozzle.
• Disconnect from the mains
supply before cleaning or
emptying the appliance.
• Never modify the cleaner in
any way.
• 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, asbestos dust or
other hazardous dusts.
• Never touch the plug or
cable with wet hands.
• Unprofessional repairs can
be dangerous for users.
• Use only Morphy Richards
spare parts and
accessories.
• 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.
• To protect against fire,
electric shock and personal
injury do not immerse cord,
plug or cleaner in water or
other liquid.
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.
Children
• Children do not understand
the dangers associated
with operating electrical
appliances. Never allow
children to use this
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.
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
⁄Adjustable handle
¤POWER ON/OFF PEDAL
‹BRUSH-BAR ON/OFF
PEDAL
›Canister release button
fiFilter cleaning dial
flCanister handle
‡Dust canister
·FOOT PAD FOR HANDLE
RELEASE
‚Exhaust filter grille
„Exhaust filter
‰Adjustable height trigger
ÂFloor nozzle
Back
ÊFlexible hose
ÁCord storage quick release
cleat
ËHose connector
ÈHose connector inlet flap
ÍTube connector
ÎExtension tube location
ÏFurniture brush location
ÌCrevice tool location
ÓFloor nozzle hose release
ÔCarry handle
Adjustable handle release
button
ÒCable clip
Accessories
ÚFurniture brush
ÛCrevice tool
ÙExtension tubes (2)
ıTurbo nozzle (Exclusive to
73371 only)
Filter
ˆPleated filter
˜Central mesh filter
¯Motor protection filter
(Beneath dust canister)
˘Dust canister lid
◊One touch empty button
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Assembly
WARNING: Do not plug in
the cleaner until it is
assembled.
1Carefully unpack all
components.
2Lift cleaner body to upright
position.
3Insert the handle, with the ‘D’
shape facing forward into the
hole on the top of the product.
Push down until it clicks.
NOTE: The handle may be
removed by lifting while
simultaneously pushing the
release button with a suitable
tool eg. a small screwdriver.
A.The release button is located
in a hole at the rear of the
product just above the cable
cleat. Rotate the cable cleat
downwards for easier access.
Adjustable handle B
1The handle height can be
adjusted to suit different height
users or pushed fully down for
easier carrying and storage.
2Pull the adjustable height trigger
‰upwards whilst pulling the
handle upwards or pushing the
handle downwards depending
on the desired height.
3For carrying and storage pull
adjustable height trigger
upwards and push handle fully
down until it clicks into place.
OPERATING THE
APPLIANCE
Using on carpets
1Place cleaner in its upright
position.
2Release the mains cable by
turning the quick release cleat
Áhalf a turn and extend the
cable fully.
3Plug the mains cable into the
mains socket.
4Adjust the handle to the required
height.
5Clip the cable into the cable clip
holder Òat the rear of the
handle.
6Place your foot on the foot pad
· on the floorhead whilst
pulling the handle towards you
to release the handle into the
cleaning position C.
7Press the power on/off switch
¤Don the floorhead for the
main power. Then press the
brush-bar on/off switch ‹to
activate the brush-bar motor for
carpet cleaning.
IMPORTANT: To prevent
damage to carpets, never
leave the cleaner switched
on in one place for an
extended period.
IMPORTANT: The rotating
brush bar will automatically
stop when the cleaner is
put into the upright
position.
Using on hard floors
Follow steps 1-6 from the
instructions for ‘Using on
carpets.’
Press the brush bar on/off pedal
‹to turn the brush bar off.
Using the hose and
attachments
1Take the flexible hose Êout of
the storage holder.
2Pull down the hose connector
inlet flap Èand insert the hose
connector with its ‘mouth’
pointing upwards E. Push the
hose connector fully in such that
the flap latches on to the
connector.
3Add the required accessory
directly to the tube connector Í
or fit the extension tubes for
maximum reach.
4When removing the connector,
gently lower the flap slightly to
release the catch then withdraw
the connector.
IMPORTANT: With the hose
connector fitted all of the
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suction is directed to the
hose. Remove the
connector before returning
to general cleaning with the
floor nozzle Â.
Under furniture
cleaning F
The unique pivot point on this
product allows the whole head
to fit under low furniture for
better cleaning performance.
Using & cleaning the
turbo nozzle ı
(Exclusive to 73371 only)
Attach the turbo nozzle to the
tube connector Ífor use on
upholstery and stairs.
After use your turbo nozzle may
become clogged. Turn over the
nozzle and pull away any hairs
or fibres. If they are tightly
wound around the brush
carefully snip the fibres with
scissors, being careful not to
damage the brush bar, pull away
from the bar and dispose.
DUST CANISTER
Emptying
1Every time the dust canister is
emptied, rotate the filter
cleaning dial Gfiseveral times
clockwise before emptying (this
will agitate the fine dust
between the filter pleats and
restore the air flow).
2Remove the dust canister from
the product by pressing the
canister release button H ›.
3Holding the canister over a
dustbin press the one touch
empty button I◊and the
bottom of the canister will drop
down and release the dirt.
4Close the bottom of the dust
canister by pressing the base
upwards until it clicks into place.
5Re-fit dust canister and push
back into position.
Allergy sufferers
If the allergy suffer is emptying
the product it is recommended
that the container is placed into
a plastic bag to empty.
1Place the container inside the
plastic bag, releasing the
container with one hand whilst
holding the top of the bag
closed with the other. Leave the
dust to settle for a few seconds
before removing the dust
canister. The plastic bag
can then be sealed and
disposed of.
FILTERS
Cleaning
To maintain suction the pleated
filter must be cleaned using the
cleaning dial each time the dust
canister is emptied. To clean,
turn the filter cleaning dial fi
clockwise several times G
before emptying.
Pleated filter
In addition to cleaning the
pleated filter with the cleaning
dial each time the dust caniser
is emptied. It is recommended
to regularly remove and wash (or
thoroughly brush off) the pleated
filter.
To thoroughly clean the filter it
can be washed in warm water
(no detergent). Leave the filter to
air dry. Ensure the filter is
thoroughly dry before refitting.
The spare pleated filter allows
one filter to be washed and
dried whilst the other is in use.
The section below describes
how to access the pleated filter.
Cleaning the dust
canister filter
assembly
1Operate the filter cleaning dial
fi several times and empty the
dust canister over a bin and
then close the canister.
2To access the filter assembly
rotate the dust canister lid ˘
anti clockwise and remove from
the dust canister J.
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3Turn the central mesh filter ˜
clockwise to remove and clean
as required K.
4Detach the pleated filter ˆfrom
the dust canister lid ˘by a firm
pull/twist action L.
5Both the mesh and pleated
filters may be washed in warm
water (no detergent). Allow to air
dry. Ensure the filters are
thoroughly dry before refitting
6Re-locate the pleated filter back
into position on the dust
canister lid by aligning the tabs
on the dust canister lid ˘L
with the cut away sections on
the pleated filter before pushing
into place.
Refit the mesh filter and turn
anti-clockwise to lock into
position on the dust canister lid.
Re-attach the dust canister lid
on to the dust canister by
aligning the arrows J. This will
be easier with the dust
canister bottom open. Then
rotate the lid clockwise to lock.
Motor protection
filter
The motor protection filter ¯is
located underneath the dust
canister M.
1Remove the dust canister.
2Lift out the filter and shake over
a dustbin. The filter may also be
washed in warm water (no
detergents). Allow the filter to air
dry. Ensure the filter is
thoroughly dry before refitting.
3Replace the filter.
Exhaust filter
The allergy exhaust filter should
be replaced every 6 months to
maintain the high performance
filtration. Call our Replacement
Parts Helpline.
The exhaust filter is located
below the dust canister
compartment.
1Remove the
exhaust filter
grille. ‚ N
2Remove the
exhaust filter „
by pulling forward
at the top and
lifting away.
3Fit the
replacement filter.
4Refit the grille.
5Dispose of the used filter in the
dust bin.
HINTS AND TIPS
Safety cut-out
(Suction motor)
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 60
minutes. Check the airways for
blockages, empty dust canister
and clean the filters before
restarting.
Safety cut out
(brush-bar motor)
If a large item or rug edge jams
the brush-bar a safety cut-out
will operate. If this happens
switch off and unplug before
cleaning the blockage. Wait 1
minute before switching back
on.
Blockages
If the performance has
deteriorated there may be a
blockage. Check the hose and
tools. Check the dust canister
inlet.
Check the floor nozzle hose Ó.
The upper end of the floor
nozzle hose may be
disconnected for inspection by
squeezing the release clips and
pulling down O. Clear any
blockages and refit securely
before re-use. Make sure the
clips are fully clipped back into
place.
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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 cleaner and wiped
dry.
PURCHASING
REPLACEMENT
FILTERS
Use only original Morphy
Richards filters. These can be
purchased from Morphy
Richards on the Replacement
parts line.
Accessing the floor
nozzle
The floor nozzle top cover may
be removed to clear any
blockages.
1Switch off and unplug.
2Release the upright section and
lay the cleaner flat on the floor.
3Using a coin, rotate the rear
release clips a quarter of a turn,
lift the rear of the cover and un-
hook from the front edge P.
4Clear any blockage.
5To refit, hook the front edge in
first then close. Rotate the rear
clips a quarter of a turn to
secure.
6Lift the upright section back to
vertical until it clicks into
position.
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 060 2604
Replacement Parts 0870 167 6635
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, SouthYorkshire,
England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2604
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
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For details of other products in the Morphy Richards range please see our website . . .
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 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 product.
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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