Morphy Richards Storm pets cylinder vacuum cleaner User manual

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Storm pets cylinder 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
Dustbags
It is important to replace them when the dustbag indicator
shows red, otherwise the performance of the cleaner will be
impaired. Call our parts helpline for replacement dust bags.
Filters
It is important that the filters are cleaned regularly or replaced
to allow air through the appliance.
Blockages
Check nozzles, tubes and hose and dust canister connector
for blockages.
Stairlock
The stairlock mechanism makes a slight clicking when the
wheels turn, this is normal.
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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 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 floor
nozzle whenever the
cleaner is connected to
the mains.
• Disconnect from the mains
supply before attempting to
clear blockages and clear
the brush.
• 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 or cleaning.
• 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.
• 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.
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 compartment cover
¤Hose inlet
‹Bag full indicator
›Tool storage compartment
cover
fiVariable power control
flCable rewind switch
‡Tube standby slot
·Tube park
‚On/off switch
„Dust compartment release
lever
‰Exhaust filter
ÂMotor protection filter
ÊDust bag safety lock
ÁSlot for attaching dust bag
holder
ËCarrying handle
ÈSuction hose with air flow
control
ÍTelescopic metal tubes
ÎTurbo brush
ÏFloor nozzle
ÌPaper dust bag
ÓDust bag holder
ÔCrevice tool
Brush attachment
ÒUpholstery nozzle
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OPERATING THE
APPLIANCE
TOOLS AND
ACCESSORIES
Standard floor nozzle
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This nozzle is suitable for
general purpose cleaning on a
wide variety of floor coverings.
Turbo brush Î
This nozzle is suitable for
cleaning and rejuvenating cut
pile carpets and is ideal for
picking up stubborn dirt and pet
hairs.
Cleaning the turbo
nozzle
The turbo nozzle should be
regularly cleaned and any hairs
or fibres wrapped around the
brush bar removed to maintain
optimum performance.
Tool storage A
The upholstery nozzle Ò, and
the crevice tool Ôand brush
attachment  are stored in the
internal storage compartment.
Lift to open.
OPERATION
Suction hose B
Push the 360° rotating head on
the suction hose Èinto 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 telescopic metal tube can
be used between the suction
hose and the tool.
Switching on C
Always pull out the supply cable
to its maximum length. Plug the
appliance into the mains supply.
Ensure that the variable power
control fiis set to minimum by
turning the dial anti-clockwise
as far as it will go. Push the
on/off switch ‚to start the
motor. Turn the variable power
dial clockwise to the desired
power.
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)
A
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Power setting Application
Curtains
and delicate
fabrics
Textiles and upholstery
Floor
coverings
such as
rugs economy setting for
carpets
Carpets or hard floor
coverings
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Controlling suction
power
The suction power can be varied
to suit the surface being
cleaned, by using the variable
power control fi. See table for
guideline settings.
The suction power can also be
adjusted using the fingertip
control on the handle E.
Closed: full suction
Open: reduced suction
Recommended
settings
Alter the power setting to suit
surface.
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Tube standby F
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 G
Switch off the appliance.
Remove the plug from the
mains supply and rewind the
power cable using the cable
rewind switch fl.
WARNING: When using the
cable rewind, always hold
the plug as the cable will
rewind quickly.
STORAGE
Tube park H
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 ·.
DUSTBAG
Changing the
dustbag
If suction power is reduced or if
the ‘dust bag full’ indicator ‹is
permanently fully red, 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
lever „to open the cover I.
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
J.
3Pull the bag sideways out of the
holder K.
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 fitted.
Vacuum fresheners L
Vacuum fresheners can be used
to banish pet odours from your
vacuum and carpets.
1After removing the dustbag (as
described in points1-4 above)
open the clear packaging and
remove the vacuum freshener.
2Place it directly into the new
dust bag.
3Insert the new dustbag (as
described in points 5 & 6
above).
Only place the vacuum
freshener directly into the dust
bag Do not place in the filter or
any other part of your vacuum
cleaner.
New vacuum fresheners can be
ordered by calling Morphy
Richards Replacement parts.
FILTERS
Changing/cleaning
the motor protection
filter
The motor protection 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.
1Slide the filter upwards to
remove. M
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2Open the flap on the filter
holder.
3Take out the filter and clean (by
shaking) or wash N.
4To wash the filter, gently wash in
warm water and leave to air dry.
Do not use detergents. Ensure
the filter is fully dry before
replacing into the machine.
5Close the filter holder and place
back into position before
removed.
It is recommended that this filter
is cleaned everytime the
dustbag is changed, and is
replaced every 5 dustbag
changes.
HINTS AND TIPS
Changing/cleaning
the exhaust air filter
The exhaust air filter should be
cleaned by shaking every time
the dustbag is changed. The
exhaust filter is non-washable
O.
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.
Stair lock P
This unique system assists with
stair cleaning. The stairhook,
found underneath, is lifted out
as shown and locked onto the
stairs. In addition, the rear
wheels automatically lock in
position as further security Q.
After use, simply push the
stairhook firmly back into
position.
IMPORTANT: When cleaning on
stairs, for convenience and
safety, work from the bottom to
the top with the desired
accessory connected directly
onto the hose handle. It is
recommended not to use the
extension tube.
Note: The stairlock mechanism
makes a slight clicking sound
when the wheels turn, this is
normal.
Purchasing dustbags
replacement filters
Use only genuine replacement
dustbags and 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 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.
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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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