Polivac KOALA User manual

POLIVAC KOALA BACKPACK
Operations Manual & Trouble Shooting Guide

Version 6/2000 Copy of Copy of Operating instructions for a Koala Backpack.doc
Please find the following correct procedure for the operation of the Polivac Koala
Backpack.
1. Plug the cable into a suitable 240 volts, earthed, power point always unwind the cable
completely before commencing vacuuming.
2. Always ensure the dust bag is empty before commencing vacuuming
3. Make sure that the power cable in good condition. Ensure that it doesn't get damaged
around sharp objects or in door jambs. Never operate the Polivac backpack if the
power cable is damaged in any way.
4. Please make sure extension lead is hooked through the cord restraint. Short lead
must not be hooked through the cord restraint.
5. Attach the extension wand to the pistol grip and fit the floor tool or any of the other
vacuuming accessories.
6. Dust bag - Open the lid and ensure that the cloth dust bag is correctly located and the
flexible ring provides a proper seal when the lid is closed for optimum filtration and
maximum hygiene.
7. Place the Polivac Koala backpack on your back, adjust the shoulder straps until you
feel comfortable and then tighten the waist belt. To adjust the shoulder straps pull the
webbing tails down or lift the tabs on the plastic tag.
8. Power Switch - Reach behind you with your left hand and find the rocker (on/off)
switch, which is located near the bottom of the Polivac Koala backpack. Switch it on,
and you are ready to go.
9. If you are using an optional Power Head, attach it to the extension wand instead of
the standard floor tool, and insert the plug of the Power Head cable into the power
outlet socket at the bottom which is located on opposite side of the rocker switch
(on/off).
10. Never vacuum water or liquids
11. Empty the dust bag when you have finished vacuuming. Please clean the dust bag
using another vacuum cleaner to get rid of the stubborn dust stick on the walls of the
dust bag. Alternatively you can replace the existing dust bag with another and clean
the used dust bag using same vacuum cleaner. This is to make sure vacuum cleaner
doesn’t overheat and stop while in use.
12. Always wind the cord from the machine end first.
13. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
14. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
15. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it’s service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
How to Operate a Polivac Koala
Backpack

Backpack Vacuum Cleaner - Koala
Drawings by: LeanSynergicDesign.com.au
Diagram and Part List
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Backpack Vacuum Cleaner - Koala
Drawings by: LeanSynergicDesign.com.au
Part List
No Code Description
1 BV003 Canister
2BV010 Filter Pad
3 BV008 Metal Screw
4 BV012 Space Round Plate
5 BV4001 Vacuum Motor
6 BV021 Space Block
7 COM086 Vacuum Motor Seal
8 BV009 Dust Bag
9 BV002 Top Lid
10 BV1002 Screw Hub
11 BV015 Koala Label
12 BV031 Fastener
13 PVT025 Flat Washer
14 PPR098 4 mm x 16 mm Screw
15 PPR095 4 mm Nylon Nut
16 BV017 Instruction Label
17 BV014 Bottom Base
18 BV013 Exhaust Filter
19 BV018 Screw
20 AAG074 Washer
21 BV004 Frame with Leg
22 BV019 Setscrew
23 BV016 Rating Label
24 SLB039 Flat Washer
25 SLB038 Nylon Nut
26 BV005 Waist Harness
No Code Description
27 BV022 Shoulders Straps
28 BV006 Power Head Socket
29 BV025 Blue Wire
30 BV026 Brown Wire
31 AAJ003 Star Washer
32 BV019 Setscrew
33 VPV193 Screw Nylon
34 VPV194 Nylon Nut M5
35 BOR0002 Wands X 2
36 BOR0005 Crevice Tool
37 BOR0004 Round Brush
38 ECG157 lead Protector
39 VPV477 Lead & Plug Assy
40 VPV191KRocker Switch
41 BV007 Hose Assy
42 BV8004 O Ring
43 BV8003 Strain Relief
44 VVA019 Clamp
45 BV8006 Floor Tool
46 PPR116 Lid Seal 10 mm
47 VPV476R Extension Lead