Russell Hobbs RHUV2004 User manual

Model Number: RHUV2004
Compact Cyclonic Pro
Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner
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FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Page(s)
Safety instructions
3-6
Energy
performance label 7
Vacuum
feature diagram 8
Vacuum cleaner
assembly 9-10
Using your vacuum
cleaner 11-13
Cleaning and care
14-15
Problem solving
16
Guarantee and customer services
17
Spare
parts 18
Connection to the mains supply
19-20
Disposal information
24
CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs Compact Cyclonic Pro Upright
Vacuum 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
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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.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•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 without supervision.
•Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its
intended use. This product is intended for household use
only. Do not use outdoors.
•Do not immerse in water or other liquids for cleaning.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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•Do not direct at people, animals, electrical outlets, or
equipment containing electrical components.
•Unplug from outlet when not in use. Do not leave the
cleaner unattended while plugged in.
•Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
•Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
•Keep the vacuum cleaner away from water; do not allow
it to get wet. If unit is wet, do not plug unit into wall
socket or turn unit on.
•Do not handle the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
•Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close
door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, or
expose cord to heated surfaces.
•Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
•To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord,
plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
•Unplug from the mains outlet when not in use, before
putting on and taking off parts, and before cleaning.
•The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock
or injury. Only use the accessories supplied by the
manufacturer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
•Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the worktop, or
touch hot surfaces.
•Do not use this vacuum to pick up water or any other
liquids, combustible substances or hot/burning objects.
•Only use the unit when fully assembled.
•Never place your fingers or other objects into any part of
the cleaner. Be aware that loose clothing or hair may
become trapped in the cleaner if improperly used.
•Before use, ensure that all of the air vents of the cleaner
are clear and there is no restriction of air flow.
•This vacuum cleaner is fitted with a constantly rotating
brush bar. To avoid damage to your flooring, make sure
the brush bar is raised to the highest setting when using
the accessories or hose.
•Caution: Exhaust air discharged from the rear of the
cleaner may extinguish a gas fire, pilot light, or disturb
ashes in an open fire. Always avoid directing the cleaner
toward naked flames.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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•When cleaning stairs to prevent the vacuum cleaner
falling always place the vacuum cleaner at the bottom of
stairs on the floor. Do not place the vacuum cleaner on
stairs or furniture.
•When cleaning stairs with the hose and attachments,
ensure the brush bar is raised to the highest setting.
•Important: This cleaner has a thermal safety device which
automatically cuts off the power supply in case of over
heating. If the safety device has switched the cleaner off,
unplug from the mains, allow the cleaner to cool down
and check for any blockages. Once the cleaner has cooled
it can be plugged back in to the mains and used as
normal.
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ENERGY PERFORMANCE LABEL
The purpose of the energy label is to help you understand a
vacuum cleaner’s energy efficiency performance.
1. Energy rating –
based primarily on
energy consumption
and pick-up.
2. Annual energy
usage –the amount of
energy used over a
year.
3. Emissions –the
amount of dust in the
air emitted from the
machine’s exhaust.
4. Noise –the noise
level produced by the
machine, measured in
decibels.
5. Pick up (carpets) –
the rating of how much
dust the machine picks
up from carpets.
6. Pick-up (hard
floors/crevices) –the
rating of how much
dust the machine picks
up from hard floors and
crevices.
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VACUUM FEATURE DIAGRAM
1Dust container
release button
7Wheel 13 Handle securing
clip
19 Dust container
release button
2Dust container
lid
8Hose nozzle 14 Hose clip 20 Mesh filter
3Upper cord hook 9Crevice tool 15 Brush tool 21 HEPA filter
4Dust container 10 Handle 16 Power button 22 Turbo brush
5Lower cord hook 11 Hose extension
tube
17 Floor head
release pedal
6Brush height
control dial
12 Hose hook 18 Hose inlet
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VACUUM CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Before using your vacuum 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 vacuum cleaner and
contact customer services.
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VACUUM CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Ensure the unit is unplugged before assembling.
1. Place the dust container onto the unit, base first, then tilt forward to engage
the top. To remove, press the dust container release button, located next to
the handle.
Note: Do not carry the unit using the dust container.
2. With the handle securing clip lifted upwards, insert the handle into the
main body, aligning the plastic rib with the groove in the handle inlet.
Important: Ensure you press down the securing clip located on the back of the
unit below the hose hook to secure the handle in place.
3. The hose wraps around the hook located above the handle securing clip.
The nozzle is placed into the brush hose inlet. To remove the hose for use,
gently pull it out from the hose inlet.
4. The extension tube is stored on board the vacuum, located next to the hose
inlet, with the crevice tool inserted into the top of the hose.
5. The brush tool is stored on board the vacuum, located on the back of the
unit below the handle securing clip.