Russell Hobbs RHUV5501 User manual

Model Number: RHUV5501
220-240V~, 50-60Hz, 700W
Athena Pet Upright Vacuum
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Page(s)
Safety instructions
3-6
Energy
performance label 7
Technical data
8
Vacuum
feature diagram 9
Vacuum cleaner
assembly 10-12
Using your vacuum
cleaner 13-15
Cleaning and care
16-19
Problem solving
20
Guarantee and customer services
21
Spare
parts 22
Connection to the mains supply
23
Disposal information
24
CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs Athena Pet 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.
•The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before
cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
•Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its
intended use. 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, when using
the hose, ensure the vacuum is locked in the upright
position.
•Do not pull or over stretch the hose as this can cause the
vacuum cleaner to tilt which could cause possible damage
to flooring.
•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.
•Do not run the vacuum cleaner over any cables, or its
own power cable. As this will result in damaging the
cable.
•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.
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461
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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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TECHNICAL DATA(PRODUCT FICHE)
Trade mark
Russell Hobbs
Model
RHUV5501
Energy
efficiency class
A
Indicative annual energy
consumption (kWh per year),
based on 50 cleaning tasks. Actual
annual energy consumption will
depend on how the appliance is
used.
25.7
Carpet cleaning performance class
D
Hard floor cleaning
performance
class
B
Dust re
-emission class
D
Sound power
level
77
Rated
input power
700W

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VACUUM FEATURE DIAGRAM
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1. Handle
2. Metal Handle
3. Dust container release button
4. 2 in 1 Crevice Tool
5. Dust container bin release clip
6. Height Adjustment
7. Cord Clip
8. Hose hook
9. Cord quick release
10. Filters (not shown)
11. Power button
12. Brush bar
13. Turbo brush
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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.
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461
Opening times: Monday - Friday 8am –8pm & Saturday 9am –1pm
Or visit us at www.productcare.co.uk