Russell Hobbs Turbo Vac Pro RHSV1601 User manual

Model Number: RHSV1601
Turbo Vac Pro
16V 2 in 1 Cordless Cleaner
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FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Page(s)
Safety instructions
3-6
Turbo Vac feature diagram
7
Turbo Vac assembly
8-9
Charging your Turbo Vac
10
Using your
Turbo Vac 11-13
Cleaning and care
14-15
Problem solving
16
Guarantee and customer services
17
Spare
parts 18
Disposal information
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CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing your Turbo Vac Pro 16V 2 in 1 Cordless Cleaner.
To get the best from your new cleaner, take a few moments to read these
instructions and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Should you require any further assistance, our friendly Product Care team will
be happy to help.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
•It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
person to carry out any service or repair operation that
involves the removal of a cover which gives protection
against exposure to electrical parts.
•This product is intended for household use only. Do not
use outdoors.
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children less than 8 years.
•Only use the charger provided with the product. Using
another charger may damage the product and battery.
•Do not immerse in water or other liquids for cleaning.
•Do not store or charge the unit outdoors
•Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
•Do not handle the charger or appliance with wet hands
•Use only as described in this manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
•Do not attempt to use the charger with any other
product nor attempt to charge this product with another
charger
•Do not abuse the charger cord; never carry the charger or
base by the cord or pull cord to disconnect from an
outlet; grasp the charger and pull to disconnect from an
outlet.
•Keep hair, clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body
clear of moving parts.
•Do not pick up anything that is flammable, burning or
smoking.
•Use extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
•Never remove parts from the appliance such as the feet,
screws and so on.
•Only use the accessories supplied by the manufacturer.
•Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its
intended use.
•Never put any objects into the openings on the outer
case.
•This appliance is authorized for household/residential
use only
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
•Children should be supervised to ensure they don’t play
with the appliance.
•Use only as described and for the uses described in this
manual
•Do not use the charger if power cord or plug has been
damaged.
•Do not use cordless sweeper or charger if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water.
Contact customer services for advice.
•Do not run over charger cord with sweeper. Always
unplug charger from sweeper before use.
•Never carry the charger by the cord, or yank to
disconnect from an outlet, to unplug, always grasp the
plug to remove from outlet, do not pull on cord.
•Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces(e.g.,
cooking surfaces).
•Do not handle charger cord or sweeper with wet hands
or while barefoot.
•Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked, keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce particle flow into the dust
container.
•Do not use the sweeper without dust container in place.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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•Do not attempt to empty dust container while unit is
running, always turn off the appliance and unplug
before emptying/replacing the dust container.
•Turn off sweeper before clearing debris from floor brush
assembly
•Do not run the vacuum cleaner over any cables, as this
will result in damaging the cable.
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TURBO VAC FEATURE DIAGRAM
1Main unit power button 7Dust container release 13 Charging stand
2Handle 8Vac unit frame 14 Brush tool
3Handle release button 9Floor head 15 Crevice tool
4Handheld vac release
button
10 Filter 16 Charging cable
5Handheld vac handle 11 Filter cup
6Handheld power
button/charging indicator
12 Dust container
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TURBO VAC ASSEMBLY
Before using your cleaner
Remove all packaging and lay out the separate components.
Check the unit after unpacking for any visual damage such as:
•Misaligned or damaged parts
•Damage to the main body and separate components
•Damage to the plug or cable.
If you can see any damage do not use the cleaner and contact
customer services.
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TURBO VAC ASSEMBLY
Ensure the power is switched off before assembling.
1. Insert the assembled handheld vacuum unit into the main frame
as shown on the diagram - suction inlet first then securing the
handle into place.
2. Align the bottom of the frame with the connectors on the ball
joint of the floor head, lowering the frame until it ‘clicks’ into place
and secures. Ensure the pins are correctly aligned. Tilt the cleaner
forward so it stands up independently.
3. Lift the main handle up until it ‘clicks’ into place.
Note: Take care not to trap skin or hair.
4. The main vacuum unit is now assembled.
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CHARGING YOUR TURBO VAC
Before using for the first time you will need to charge the cleaner.
1. First, assemble the charging stand. Before charging ensure the
cleaner is switched off.
2. Plug the charging cable into the adaptor socket on the back of the
charger dock and insert the plug into a suitable 13 Amp mains socket,
pressing the switch on.
3. Lift the assembled cleaner onto the charger dock, ensuring that the
lip on the back of the unit clips onto the charging dock and secures
correctly.
The charging indicator light on the handheld vacuum will illuminate
red, flashing in 2 second intervals to show that the unit is charging.
A full first time charge should be given, of 3-5 hours.
Once charged, the indicator light will illuminate solid red.
Note:
•The body may become warm during charging and this is
completely normal.
•Make sure the battery is charged when the product will not be
used for prolonged periods of time.

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USING YOUR TURBO VAC
Once assembled and charged:
1. Lift the cleaner off the charging dock and place on the floor.
2. Support the floor head with your foot and pull back the handle
3. Press the main unit power button to start the power.
4. Move the cleaner floor head in a forwards and backwards motion
over the areas you would like to clean.
Note: Large items can get trapped in the brush/floor head which
could cause the unit to overheat. Make sure you pick up larger items
that could get trapped before vacuuming.
5. To turn off the power, press the power button.

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USING YOUR TURBO VAC - HANDHELD
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1. To convert from full sized vac to handheld cleaner, make sure the
unit is stood in the upright position and press in the handheld vac
release button. Ensure you are holding the handheld unit handle so
that it can be pulled out safely.
2. Attach the tool of choice by slotting it into the suction inlet of the
handheld unit. To remove the tool, simply pull away from the inlet to
slide it out.
•The crevice tool can be attached for cleaning hard to reach
areas, such as sofas, cobwebs and skirting.
•The brush tool is ideal for cleaning upholstery and stairs.
3. To start cleaning, press the handheld unit power switch.
4. Move the cleaner suction inlet over the areas you would like to
clean, avoiding any liquids and large or sharp objects.

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USING YOUR TURBO VAC
Emptying the dust container
When the dust container reaches the MAX fill line indicated on the
side of the product, it will need to be emptied. This will help it to
maintain suction performance.
1. To remove the dust container, press the release button located just
above where the container is attached.
2. Pull the dust container away from the unit.
3. Over a bin, remove the whole filter assembly and tap off the
trapped dirt. Tip the container upside down to empty the contents.
You may need to tap the sides to dispose of all of the dirt.
Important:
You may wish to empty the dust container outdoors as emptying may
create a dust cloud.
4. Place the filter back into the dust container in the direction
indicated by the diagram.
5. Place the assembled dust container back onto the unit and click
into place.

It is necessary to clean the filters regularly with frequent use in
order to maintain suction performance and prolong the life span of
your cleaner.
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 on the previous page.
2. Carefully wash the filter and dust bag in warm water and allow to
dry for 24 hours. Also clean the dust container in the same manner.
3. Once dried, place the filter back into the dust container in the
direction indicated by the diagram.
4. Place the assembled dust container back onto the unit, until it
clips into place.
After around 6 months of regular use the filters may need replacing.
Contact Customer Services using the details provided on page 17.
Floor head brush maintenance
If any threads or hairs get trapped in the brush you may need to
carry out maintenance.
For regular maintenance, pull out the waste from around the bar.
If you cannot manually rotate the brush, unscrew the cover and
remove the brush to clean it.
When reinserting, make sure the brush cover is securely fixed and
that the brush rotates properly.
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CLEANING AND CARE:
CLEANING THE FILTER

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CLEANING AND CARE
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Before you clean the appliance, make sure the power is switched off
and that the unit is not on the charging stand.
It is recommended to store the appliance on the charging stand. Do
not leave plugged in for extended periods of time.
You can fold the handle by pressing in the handle release button and
folding backwards.
It is not recommended to remove the floor head.
To clean the exterior of the device, use a damp, soft cloth and mild
detergent.
NEVER IMMERSE THE CLEANER IN WATER.
Wash non-electrical removable accessories in warm soapy water and
allow to dry thoroughly before next use.
If the cleaner is damaged, contact the customer service helpline
using the details at the bottom of this page.
Storage
Store in a clean and dry environment.

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PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The cleaner won’t
turn
on
The cleaner
hasn’t had
enough charge
Make sure you have plugged in the cleaner to charge for 3
hours. The
light will flash when charging.
Charging cable is
damaged
Make sure there is no signs of damage to the charging
cable
.
The power button has
not been pressed
Make sure you have turned on the power using either the
main unit power button or the handheld power button.
The suction
is
decreasing and the
cleaner is not picking
up dirt
Dust container
Check if
the dust container is full, if so, empty it.
Filters are dirty
Clean the filters. After around 6 months of regular use the
filters may need replacing. Contact Customer Services
using the details at the bottom of this page.
Handheld/head
blockages
Check that there are no blockages in the handheld suction
inlet or cleaning head. If so, clear these blockages.
Cleaner is over
heating
Filters are dirty
Check that the filters are not blocked,
if so, clean them
following the instructions in this booklet.
The charging stand is
not working
The
unit is not fitted
correctly on the stand or
the stand is not correctly
plugged in to the mains
Dust is coming out of
the vacuum cleaner
Dust container fitting
The dust container has not been fitted correctly. Refit the
container following the instructions in this booklet.
The air coming out of
the vacuum cleaner
smells
Filters are dirty
Clean the filters
and dust container.
Filters are not dry
Ensure the filters have been left to dry for 24 hours before
refitting back into the vacuum cleaner and using.
We’re here should you need us.
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GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES
At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously.
Feel free to contact our Product Care Team, on 0345 209 7461
Monday –Friday: 8am-8pm & Saturday: 9am –1pm,
who will be more than happy to assist you.
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the
original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or
workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the place of
purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
•The product must be returned to the retailer with the original
proof of purchase.
•The product must be installed and used in accordance with the
instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other
instructions for use which are supplied.
•It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended
use.
•This warranty does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse
or consumable parts.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
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SPARE PARTS
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461
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To check the availability of the following spare parts, simply contact
our friendly Customer Services team using the details provided at the
bottom of this page.
1
2
Filter
Charging cable

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NOTES

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Revision 2
Model: RHSV1601
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