Philips Specialist II User manual

Specialist II

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Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
◗Only use Philips s-bag`double-layer paper dustbags or the reusable dustbag, if provided
(some versions only).
◗Never suck up water or any other liquid. Never suck up flammable substances and do not
suck up ashes until they are cold.
◗Only allow children to operate the vacuum cleaner under close supervision.
◗Do not point the hose at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when the vacuum
cleaner is switched on and the hose is connected to the vacuum cleaner.
◗When the vacuum cleaner is used to suck up fine dust, the pores of the dustbag may become
clogged, causing the passage of air through the dustbag to become obstructed.As a result, the
dustbag-full indicator will indicate that the dustbag needs to be replaced, even though the
dustbag is not full at all.
◗Never use the appliance without the Motor Protection Filter.This could damage the motor
and shorten the life of the appliance.
Preparing for use
Connecting accessories
Hose
1To connect the hose, push it firmly into the appliance ('click').
2To disconnect the hose, push the buttons on the swivel and pull the hose out of the
appliance (fig. 1).
Tube
There are two types of coupling systems. Depending on the type, this appliance is equipped with
one of them. See the systems displayed in the following pictures.
Conical coupling (specific types only)
1Connect the tubes to the handgrip by inserting the narrow section into the wider section
while turning it a little (fig. 2).
2To disconnect the tubes from the handgrip, pull while turning a little.
Button coupling (specific types only)
1Connect the tube to the handgrip by pressing the spring-loaded lock button on the handgrip
and inserting the handgrip into the tube. Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in
the tube ('click') (fig. 3).
2To disconnect the tube from the handgrip, press the spring-loaded lock button and pull the
handgrip out of the tube.
3Use the same method to connect and disconnect the other accessories.
Telescopic tube (specific types only)
1Adjust the tube to the length you find most comfortable during vacuum cleaning (fig. 4).
Tri-Active nozzle (specific types only)
1The Tri-Active nozzle is a multi-purpose nozzle for carpets and hard floors (fig. 5).
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- The side brushes catch more dust and dirt at the sides of the nozzle and allow you to clean
better along furniture and other obstacles.
Hard floor setting:
2Push the rocker switch on top of the nozzle with your foot to make the brush strip come
out of the housing.At the same time the wheel will be lifted to prevent scratching and to
increase manoeuvrability (fig. 6).
Carpet setting:
3Push the rocker switch again to make the brush strip disappear into the nozzle housing.The
wheel will be lowered automatically.
◗The opening at the front of the nozzle allows you to effectively suck up larger particles
(fig. 7).
Reach & Clean nozzle (specific types only)
◗The Reach & Clean nozzle can be used on either carpets or hard floors.The nozzle can be
put in 4 different positions, allowing you to also vacuum clean hard-to-reach places in an easy
way.The nozzle can be turned 360 degrees clockwise as well as anticlockwise.When the
nozzle is positioned lengthwise, the suction power is concentrated at the front side of the
nozzle (fig. 8).
◗To adjust the nozzle to the type of floor and the area to be cleaned, put your foot on one of
the indicated spots on the nozzle and then turn the tube until the nozzle is in the required
position (fig. 9).
1With the nozzle positioned breadthwise and the brush strip folded out, you can clean large
hard floor areas.Turn the tube until the brush strip pops out of the nozzle housing and the
nozzle is positioned breadthwise (fig. 10).
2With the nozzle positioned lengthwise and the brush strip folded out, you can vacuum clean
small hard floor areas.Turn the tube 90 degrees anticlockwise until the nozzle is positioned
lengthwise with the brush strip still folded out of the nozzle housing (fig. 11).
3With the nozzle positioned breadthwise and the brush strip folded in, you can vacuum clean
large soft floor areas.Turn the tube 90 degrees anticlockwise again to position the nozzle
breadthwise and to make the brush strip disappear into the nozzle housing (fig. 12).
4With the nozzle positioned lengthwise and the brush strip folded in, you can vacuum clean
small soft floor areas.Turn the tube 90 degrees anticlockwise again until the nozzle is
positioned lengthwise with the brush strip still folded in (fig. 13).
Crevice tool, small nozzle and small brush
1Connect the crevice tool (1), the small nozzle (2) or the small brush (3) directly to the
handgrip or to the tube (fig. 14).
Accessory holder
1The accessory holder can simply be snapped onto the handgrip (fig. 15).
◗There are two ways to store accessories in the accessory holder.
2The crevice tool and small nozzle can be stored in the accessory holder by pushing them
into the holder.To detach them, pull them out of the holder (fig. 16).
Please note the way in which the small nozzle must be placed in the accessory holder.
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3Instead of the small nozzle, the small brush can be stored in the accessory holder by pushing
it into the holder (fig. 17).
Animal brush (specific types only)
While combing your dog or cat with the animal brush, dirt, loose hairs and knots will be removed.
Regular combing will keep the fur healthy.
1Connect the animal brush to the handgrip ('click') (fig. 18).
2Place the vacuum cleaner as far away from the dog or cat as possible. Set the suction power
to the lowest setting.
3For optimal results, move the brush through the fur of the cat or dog in one direction.
4You can remove hairs from the animal brush by detaching it from the appliance and vacuum
cleaning it (fig. 19).
Active Fragrance Control (specific types only)
The scent granules have been specially developed for use in your Philips vacuum cleaner. Only use
the s-fresh`scent granules from Philips in your vacuum cleaner.
If the vacuum cleaner is equipped with Active Fragrance Control, keep it out of the reach of
children. Don't let children play with the appliance. Store the vacuum cleaner in a locked
cupboard if there are small children in the house.
These granules are not edible.
In case of eye contact, flush immediately with plenty of water.
Filling the cartridge
1Place your thumb and index finger on the sides of the cartridge. Remove the cartridge from
the holder by pressing on the disc (fig. 20).
2Remove the cap of the cartridge by pulling while applying pressure on the small pressing
points (fig. 21).
3Open the package at the small opening at the top.
4Fill the cartridge with the content of one whole package of scent granules.
5Close the cartridge by putting the cap back onto it ('click').
6Re-insert the cartridge into the holder ('click'). It only fits into the holder in one way (fig. 22).
◗Replace the granules when the cartridge no longer emits any fragrance.
Setting the amount of fragrance
1You can set the amount of fragrance by turning the cartridge forwards (maximum emission)
and backwards (minimum emission) (fig. 23).
2When you store the vacuum cleaner or don't want any fragrance to be emitted, close the
cartridge by turning it backwards until the openings of the cartridge are no longer visible.
Using the appliance
Adjusting suction power
1You can adjust the suction power, while vacuum cleaning, with the slide control on top of the
appliance (fig. 24).
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2Use maximum suction power for vacuum cleaning very dirty carpets and hard floors.
3Use minimum power for vacuum cleaning curtains, table carpets, etc.
Infrared remote control (specific types only)
1Place the batteries in the battery compartment (fig. 25).
Make sure the - and + poles are pointing in the right direction.
◗With the infrared remote control you can set the suction power to one of 5 different
suction power settings.When you switch the appliance on, it will always start running at the
highest suction power setting.
2By pushing the - button, you will reduce the suction power by one setting (fig. 26).
3By pushing the + button, you will increase the suction power by one setting (fig. 27).
4Push the standby button to temporarily switch the vacuum cleaner off, for instance when you
have to move some furniture (fig. 28).
5To continue vacuum cleaning, simply press the - button or the + button.The appliance will
start operating at the previously selected suction power setting again.
Parking the tube
1By inserting the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot, you can park the tube in a
convenient position (fig. 29).
Storage
1You can put the appliance in upright position and attach the nozzle to the appliance by
inserting the ridge on the nozzle into the slot (fig. 30).
2Always put the Tri-Active nozzle in carpet setting when you store it and prevent the side
brushes from becoming bent.
Replacement
The dustbag
1Replace the dustbag as soon as the dustbag-full indicator changes colour (fig. 31).
The dustbag is full when the colour of the indicator has changed when the nozzle is not placed
on the floor.
2Switch the appliance off.
3Open the cover by pulling it upwards (fig. 32).
Place your fingers at the front of the cover and press with your thumb on the ridge on top of the
cover.
4Lift the dustbag holder out of the appliance (fig. 33).
Make sure you hold the dustbag upright when lifting it out of the appliance.
5Remove the full dustbag from the holder by pulling the cardboard tag (fig. 34).
When you do this, the dustbag will be automatically sealed.
6Slide the cardboard of the new dustbag into the two grooves of the dustbag holder as far as
possible. Re-insert the dustbag holder into the vacuum cleaner (fig. 35).
You cannot close the cover if no dustbag has been inserted.
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The cotton dustbag (specific types only)
If provided, you can use the cotton dustbag instead of paper dustbags.The cotton dustbag can be
used and emptied repeatedly.
1For removing and inserting the cotton dustbag, simply follow the instructions for replacing
paper dustbags.
2To empty the cotton dustbag:
- Hold the dustbag over a dustbin.
- Remove the clip by sliding it off the dustbag sideways.
- Undo the metal hooks.
- Close the dustbag by fastening the metal hooks and sliding the clip back onto the bottom edge
of the dustbag.
The mains cord
If the mains cord of the appliance is damaged, it must always be replaced by Philips or a service
centre authorised by Philips, as special tools and/or parts are required.
Cleaning and maintenance of filters
Motor Protection Filter
Every time you empty or replace the dustbag, clean the Permanent Motor Protection Filter.
1Remove the dustbag holder with the dustbag (fig. 36).
2Take the Motor Protection Filter holder out of the appliance and clean the filter by shaking it
over a dustbin (fig. 37).
3Press the filter holder with the clean filter firmly into place to ensure that it fits properly at
the bottom (fig. 38).
4Place the dustbag holder with the dustbag back into the appliance.
Activated Carbon Filter (specific types only)
Instead of with the Motor Protection Filter, some appliances are equipped with an Activated Carbon
Filter.This filter neutralises smells produced by dirt in the dustbag.
1Replace the Activated Carbon Filter every 6 months or when you notice that smell
absorption becomes less effective.
2To replace the Activated Carbon Filter, see the Motor Protection Filter section, above.
Instead of cleaning the filter, you have to insert a new filter.
Motor Outlet Filter
The AFS Micro Filter located in the back of this appliance filters a large part of the smallest particles
from the exhaust air by means of its electrostatically charged fibres.
1Replace the AFS Micro Filter every six months
2Open the filter grille (fig. 39).
3Remove the old filter (fig. 40).
4Insert the new filter into the appliance.
5Close the filter grille and push the left and right bottom corners until they snap home
(fig. 41).
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HEPA filter (specific types only)
Instead of with the AFC Micro Filter, this appliance can also be equipped with the special HEPA filter.
The HEPA Filter is able to remove at 99,99% of all particles down to 0.0003 mm in size from the
outlet air.This not only includes normal house dust, but also harmful microscopic vermin such as
house dust mites and their excrements, which are well-known causes of respiratory allergies.
1Replace the HEPA Filter as soon as the pilot light of the filter-full indicator goes on (specific
types only) (fig. 42).
The HEPA Filter can be replaced in the same way as the AFS Micro Filter.
Ordering accessories
If you have any difficulties obtaining dustbags, filters or other accessories for this appliance, please
contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee
leaflet.
Ordering dustbags
- Philips s-bag`paper dustbags are available under type number FC8021 (883802100000).
- Philips Clinic s-bag`high filtration dustbags are available under type number FC8022
(883802201010).
- Philips cotton dustbags are available under service number 432200493291.
Ordering filters
- Activated Carbon Filters are available under type number FC8033 (48224802145).
- AFS Micro Filters are available under type number FC8030 (432200492910).
- HEPA Filters are available under type number FC8031 (432200492920).
Ordering scent granules
- Replacement kits with 4 packages of scent granules are available under type number FC8025
(883802501010).
Environment
To make recycling possible, the plastics used for this appliance have been coded.
The cardboard packaging has been made of recycled material and is fully recyclable.
Types with an infrared remote control only: remove the batteries when you discard the appliance.
Do not throw the batteries away with the normal household waste, but hand them in at an official
collection point.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Web site at
www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you will find its
phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your
country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic
Appliances and Personal Care BV.
Troubleshooting guide
◗The suction power is insufficient:
1Check if the suction power control is in the required position (see 'Using the appliance').
2Check if the dustbag is full. If necessary, replace the dustbag.
3Check if the filters need to be replaced.
4Check if the nozzle, tube or hose is blocked up.
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5To remove the obstruction, disconnect the blocked-up item and connect it (as far as
possible) in reverse position. Switch the vacuum cleaner on to make the airflow suck the
obstructing material out of the blocked-up item (fig. 43).
◗The infrared remote control does not function (specific types only)
BIt is possible that the batteries are not making proper contact or have not been inserted in the
proper way.
6Remove the lid of the battery compartment and push the batteries back into place. Make
sure that the - and + poles are pointing in the right direction (fig. 44).
BThe batteries are empty.
7Replace the batteries (fig. 44).
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