POLTI AS 550 Parts list manual

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KEY
1) Dust collection container
2) Dust container handle
2a) Dust collection container emptying buttons
3) Dust container top lid
4) Top lid opening button
5) Hose connector
6) Carry handle
7) ON/OFF switch
8) Cable winder button
9) Suction power slide control
10) Rear filter grille
11) Power cable
12) Hepa-type filter
13) Filter body with ultra-fine mesh
14) Active carbon filter
15) Filter assembly
16) Air inlet PPI filter
17) Accessories holder
18) Full bucket / dirty filter indicator light
19) Filter cleaning brush
ACCESSORIES
A) Telescopic tube
A1) Telescopic tube locking
C) Hose
D) Suction opening
E) Universal Brush
E1) Brush selector
F) Parquet brush
G) Turbo brush (model AS580)
H) Multipurpose nozzle
I) Lance for cleaning corners
L) Soft brush
POLTI S.p.A., in accordance with its policy of
continuous improvement, reserves the right to
make any technical and structural modifications
without prior notice.
This unit conforms with EC-directives
2004/108/CE (EMC) and 2006/95/CE
(low voltage).
AS550 and AS580 can be connected only to a
supply with system impedance no more than
0.189 ohm. In case necessary, please consult
your supply authority for system impedance
information.
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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• INDOOR USE ONLY
• Read these instructions for use carefully befo-
re using the appliance.
• Any use which does not comply with these in-
structions will invalidate the warranty.
• The wiring system to which the appliance is
connected must always comply with the laws
in force.
• Before connecting the appliance, make sure
that the mains voltage is the same as the vol-
tage indicated on the data label of the applian-
ce.
• Always turn off the appliance at the on/off
switch before unplugging it.
• If the appliance is left unused, always discon-
nect it from the mains. Never leave the ap-
pliance unattended with the cable plugged in-
to the mains.
• Always make sure the appliance is unplugged
before performing maintenance work of any
kind
• Do not pull the power cable out of the socket,
but grasp the plug itself to avoid damage to
the socket.
• Do not allow the power cable to be twisted,
crushed, stretched, or come into contact with
sharp or hot surfaces.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cable or
other important parts are damaged.
• Do not use electric extension leads that are
not authorized by the manufacturer, as they
may cause damage or fire.
• If it is necessary to replace the power supply
cable, please refer to the nearest Polti authori-
sed service centre, since the use of a special
tool is necessary.
• Never touch the appliance with wet hands or
feet with the cable plugged into the mains.
• Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
• Do not use the appliance near a bathtub,
shower or container full of water
Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.
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• Never immerse the appliance, the cable or the
plugs in water or another liquid.
• Use of the appliance in places where there is
a danger of explosions is prohibited.
• Do not use the product with toxic substances.
• Do not lay the hot appliance on surfaces sen-
sitive to heat.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to wind or
rain.
• Do not place the appliance near a live ele-
ment, an electric stove or any other source of
heat.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme tem-
peratures
• Never let children or people who are not fami-
liar with how the appliance works use it.
• Do not press the buttons hard or with a poin-
ted object such as a pen.
• Always rest the appliance on a stable surface.
• In case of accidental fall of the appliance it is
necessary to have it checked by an authorized
Service Centre as the internal safety features
may have been affected.
• In case of breakdown or malfunction switch off
the appliance and never attempt to disassem-
ble it, but refer to an authorized Service Cen-
tre.
• In order to avoid prejudicing the safety of the
appliance, use only original spare parts and
accessories approved by the manufacturer.
• Do not wind the power cable around the ap-
pliance, especially when the appliance is still
hot.
• Do not suck up liquids.
• Do not use the appliance to suck up acids or
solvents, as these might cause serious dama-
ge to the appliance and above all do not suck
up explosive dust or liquids, as these could
cause explosions on coming into contact with
the inside components of the appliance.
• Do not suck up toxic substances.
• Do not suck up burning or incandescent
objects such as embers, ash or other material
in which combustion is taking place.
• This appliance is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physi-
cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concer-
ning use of the appliance by a person respon-
sible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance must not be used if it has fal-
len, been dropped or when it has visible signs
of damage or leaks.
• The electric cable (Y type power cord) must
not be replaced by the user. The cord must
always be replaced by a qualified technician
from one of our authorised service centres.
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CO OR RR RE EC CT T U US SE E O OF F T TH HE E P PR RO OD DU UC CT T
This appliance is intended for home use for
sucking solids as described and in accordance
with the instructions provided in this manual.
Please read these instructions carefully and
keep them, as you may find them useful in futu-
re.
Polti declines liability for any damage or ac-
cident derived from any use of this appliance
which does not comply with the instructions
contained in this booklet.
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Directive 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment - WEEE): information for
users
This product complies with EU Directive
2002/96/EC.
The crossed-out wastebasket symbol
on the appliance means that at the end
of its useful lifespan, the product must
be disposed of separately from ordi-
nary household wastes.
The user is responsible for delivering the ap-
pliance to an appropriate collection facility at the
end of its useful lifespan.
Appropriate separate collection to permit recy-
cling, treatment and environmentally compatible
disposal helps prevent negative impact on the
environment and human health and promotes
recycling of the materials making up the product.
For more information on available collection faci-
lities, contact your local waste collection service
or the shop where you bought this appliance.
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• Insert the hose suction opening (D) into the
hose connector (5) (fig.1).
• Unroll the power cable (11) by pulling it till rea-
ching the yellow sign on the cable itself. DO
NOT under any circumstances unroll beyond
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the red sign.
• Connect the plug to the mains.
• Press the ON/OFF switch (7). The appliance
will start operating. The ON/OFF switch (7)
can also be operated by touching it with your
foot, so you do not have to bend.
• It is possible to regulate the suction power th-
rough the slide control (9). Moving it to the ri-
ght, the suction power increases, while mo-
ving to the left, the suction power decreases.
We recommend minimum power for curtains,
medium/low power for sofas, armchairs and
cushions, medium/high for carpets and high
for floors and hard surfaces (ceramics, mar-
ble, etc.).
• To end suctioning, press again the ON/OFF
switch (7).
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• Switch off the cleaner by pressing the
ON/OFF switch (7). Unplug the power cable
(11) from the mains electricity supply.
• Remove the hose from the appliance, by pres-
sing the release button on the opening (D)
while pulling it outwards.
• Press the top lid opening button (4) and lift the
lid (3) (fig.2).
• Lift out the dust collection container (1) using
the handle (2) (fig.2).
• Press the buttons (2a) at the base of the hand-
le (2) so that the container opens and the dust
collected inside it drops out (Fig.3).
•WARNING: since pressing the button (2a) will
cause the bottom of the container to open, we
recommend doing this job over a waste bin.
• Extract the filter unit (15) and remove any resi-
dues of dirt (fig. 4).
• Turn the filter with micro-perforated mesh anti-
clockwise (13) and separate it from the unit
(fig. 5).
• Turn the Hepa filter anti-clockwise (12) and
separate it from the unit (fig. 5).
• Clean filters (12) and (13) using the brush (19)
supplied.
• We recommend that you clean the filters every
time you finish using the cleaner.
•WARNING: do not use the cleaner unless the
dust collection container (1) complete with the
filter is fitted.
• Place the dust collection container back in the
cleaner by following the above instructions in
reverse order.
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Accessories can be attached directly to the flexi-
ble hose tube or to the telescopic tube (A).
USING THE TELESCOPIC TUBE (A)
The tube is about 60 cm long when closed,
about 1 m when extended to its greatest length.
To increase or decrease length, press the
locking (A1) and extend or reduce length as de-
sired.
USING THE UNIVERSAL BRUSH (E)
Connect the brush to the telescopic tube. If you
move the selector on the brush (E1) and press
with a foot, you can change the bristles position
without bending down. The position with bristles
extended is recommended for all non-carpeted
floors. The position without bristles is recom-
mended for carpets.
PARQUET BRUSH (F)
The parquet brush is designed to clean delicate
surfaces and therefore has bristles and wheels
in material specially selected to avoid damaging
such surfaces.
TURBO BRUSH (G) (MOD.AS580)
The turbo brush uses a turbine system which
operates on suction power only, without electri-
city.
The turbo brush increases the effectiveness and
efficiency of suction on soft furnishings such as
carpets and fitted carpeting since it combines
suction with a mechanical action to remove dust
and dirt (organic and inorganic) and fibres (hair,
etc.). By using the turbo-brush on carpets you
can refresh the fibres thanks to the action of the
roller, which separates them so that the cleaner
can reach right down into the carpets.
The turbo brush can be used as a traditional
brush on hard surfaces since it has a by-pass
system which diverts the air flow directly to the
suction pipe.
It is also suitable for suctioning up and removing
pet hair.
The turbine can be easily accessed for cleaning
thanks to the practical flap (fig.6).
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MULTIPURPOSE NOZZLE (H)
The multipurpose nozzle is recommended for
cleaning upholstery surfaces such as the joints
of sofas, armchairs, mattresses, car upholstery,
etc.
LANCE FOR CLEANING CORNERS (I)
The lance (I) is recommended for thorough va-
cuum cleaning of hard-to-reach spots such as
skirting boards and folds in sofas, armchairs,
upholstered furniture and car upholstery.
SOFT BRUSH (L)
The soft brush has soft bristles for dusting deli-
cate surfaces such as picture frames, books,
etc.
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Before putting your vacuum cleaner away,
rewind the power cable by pressing the button
(8), being careful to accompany the cable during
winding.
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Always make sure the appliance is unplugged
before performing maintenance work of any
kind.
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This cleaner has a 5-stage filtering system.
The first stage is the dust collection container
where a cyclone effect traps the dirt at the bot-
tom.
The container is in plastic material with Nano
Silver (MOD.AS580) particles. Silver is a natural
element with antibacterial properties. Nano Sil-
ver technology provides lasting cleanliness,
thanks to nano-particles of silver, which are
mixed with the other components used to make
the dust collection container. Thanks to Nano
Silver technology, only clean air comes out of the
vacuum cleaner and there are no unpleasant
smells.
The second stage is the ultra-fine mesh filter
which has a HEPA type filter (third filtering stage)
inside it. The fourth and fifth filtering stages are
respectively the PPI filter and the active carbon
filter.
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TH HE E H HE EP PA A- -T TY YP PE E F FI IL LT TE ER R ( (1 12 2) ) A AN ND D O OF F
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TH HE E U UL LT TR RA A- -F FI IN NE E M ME ES SH H F FI IL LT TE ER R ( (1 13 3) )
We recommend cleaning these filters after each
use, with the brush supplied (19). If they are par-
ticularly dirty, however, they can be washed as
follows:
• Remove the HEPA-type filter (12) and the ul-
tra-fine mesh filter (13) as instructed in the pa-
ragraph on “emptying and cleaning the dust
collection container”.
• Rinse both filters with running water and leave
them to dry.
• Put the filters back together by following the
instructions for their removal in reverse order.
ATTENTION: make the arrow on the filter as-
sembly (15) coincide with the arrow on the dust
collection container (1) (Fig.7).
If the filters are torn they must be replaced only
with Polti original spare parts.
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TH HE E A AI IR R I IN NL LE ET T P PP PI I F FI IL LT TE ER R ( (1 16 6) )
• Press the container lid opening button (4) and
lift the lid (3) (fig.2).
• Remove the air inlet PPI filter (16) from its hol-
der.
• Rinse it with running water and leave it to dry.
If the filter is irreparably damaged, replace it
with aPolti original spare part.
WARNING:
• Allow the filters to dry naturally, away from li-
ght and heat sources. It is advisable to wait 24
hours before putting the filters back in the
cleaner.
• Do not use detergent, do not scrub the filters
and do not wash them in a dishwasher.
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If the filter is torn, replace it with a Polti original
spare part.
• Open the rear filter grille (10) by pressing the
levers on the grille itself .
• Remove the filter and put in a new one by fol-
lowing the instructions given above in reverse
order.
N.B.: the active carbon filter MUST NOT be wa-
shed.
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IF F T TH HE E S SA AF FE ET TY Y D DE EV VI IC CE E I IS S T TR RI IG GG GE ER RE ED D
The safety device may be triggered while you
are using the cleaner if excessive quantities of
dust and dirt are picked up and the filters (12)
and (13) inside the container get clogged with
dirt. This could cause your cleaner to overheat
and thus damage it. To solve this potential pro-
blem, the cleaner has been fitted with a safety
device. This is triggered when the filters are
clogged with excessive dirt. The appliance acti-
vates a safety valve that prevents the motor from
overheating. Tripping of the valve is signalled by
the safety valve indicator light (18). Proceed as
follows to continue using the appliance:
• Switch off the cleaner using the ON/OFF but-
ton (7) and unplug the power cable from the
mains electricity supply.
• Clean the container and the filters as descri-
bed in the paragraph on “EMPTYING AND
CLEANING THE DUST COLLECTION CON-
TAINER”.
• The cleaner can now be used normally once
again.
N.B.:We recommend that you clean the fil-
ters every time you finish using the cleaner.
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•Before attempting any maintenance opera-
tion, always disconnect the appliance from
the mains.
• To clean the body of the appliance, simply use
a moist cloth. Do not use solvents or deter-
gents which may harm the body material.
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