Samsung SC13M3110 series User manual

Vacuum cleaner
User manual
SC13M3110 Series
• Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
• For indoor use only.
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Contents
PREPARATION
Safety information 3
Important safety instructions 4
INSTALLATION
Name of the parts 12
Accessories 13
OPERATIONS
Using the vacuum cleaner 14
Using the body 14
Using the handle 14
Storing the vacuum cleaner 14
Using the brushes 15
Cleaning the brush 15
Cleaning the hose 15
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and maintaining 16
When to empty the dustbin 16
Cleaning the dustbin 16
Cleaning the dust lter 17
Cleaning the outlet lter 17
Cleaning the pipe 17
APPENDICES
Notes and cautions 18
In use 18
Cleaning and maintenance 18
Troubleshooting 19
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PREPARATION
• Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for your reference.
• Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the
characteristics of your vacuum cleaner may differ slightly from those
described in this manual.
Caution/Warning symbols used
WARNING
Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.
CAUTION
Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.
Other symbols used
NOTE
Indicates that the following text contains additional important information.
State of California Proposition 65 Warning (US only)
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Safety information
PREPARATION
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PREPARATION
Important safety instructions
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:
WARNING
This vacuum cleaner is designed for household use only.
Use the vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in these
instructions.
Always install the lters in the correct position as shown in this manual.
Failure to meet these requirements could cause damage to the internal
parts and void your warranty.
Please contact the manufacturer or service agent for a replacement.
General
• Read all instructions carefully. Before switching on, make sure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the
rating plate on the bottom of the cleaner.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to run unattended at any
time.
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PREPARATION
Power related
• Switch the vacuum cleaner off on the body of the machine before
unplugging from the electrical outlet. Disconnect the plug from the
electrical outlet before emptying the dustbin. To avoid damage, please
remove the plug by grasping the plug itself, not by pulling on the cord.
• The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning or
maintaining the appliance.
• The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
• Please prevent any risk of electric shock or re.
– Do not damage the power cord.
– Do not pull the power cord too hard or touch the power plug with wet
hands.
– Do not use a power source other than the national rated voltage and
also do not use a multi-outlet to supply power to number of devices at
the same time.
– Do not leave the power cord carelessly on the oor.
– Do not use a damaged power plug, power cord or loose power outlet.
– Turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the power plug
to the power outlet and make sure your ngers don’t come in contact
with the pins of the power plug.
– Do not disassemble or modify the vacuum cleaner. When power cord is
damaged, contact the manufacturer or service agent to get it replaced
by certied repairman.
– Clean dust or any foreign matters on the pin and contact part of the
power plug.
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PREPARATION
• Unplug the cleaner when not in use. Turn off the power switch before
unplugging.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid a
hazard.
In use
• Don’t carry the vacuum cleaner by holding the hose. Use the handle on
the vacuum cleaner set for lifting or carrying vacuum cleaner.
• Unplug the cleaner when not in use. Turn off the power switch before
unplugging.
• Do not use outdoors, or on wet rugs or surfaces.
• Do not use this product outdoors since it’s designed for household use
only.
– There is a risk of malfunction or damage.
 Outdoor cleaning : Stone, Cement
 A billiard room : Powder of a chalk
 An aseptic room of a hospital
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to suction up liquids(such as water),
blades, pins or embers.
– There is a risk of malfunction or damage.
• Be sure children do not touch the vacuum cleaner when you use it.
– The children may get burned if the body is overheated.
• Do not mount or make any physical impacts on the body.
– It may result in injury or damage.
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• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up matches, live ashes or cigarette
butts. Keep the vacuum cleaner away from stoves and other heat sources.
Heat can deform and discolour the plastic parts of the unit.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner as they
may damage the cleaner parts.
• Do not block the suction or the exhaust port.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dustbin and lters in place.
• Do not use worn, deformed or damaged lters. Insert lter properly.
– It can be a reason of penetration of dust and debris into motor.
• If there’s any gas leak or when using combustible sprays such as a
dust remover, do not touch the power outlet and open the windows to
ventilate the room.
– There is a risk of explosion or re.
• Do not use this vacuum cleaner to clean building waste and debris, toner
of laser printer. Regularly keep the lters in clean conditions to prevent
of collecting ne dust in them.
• Dry carpet cleaners or fresheners, powders and ne dust such as our
should be only vacuumed in very small amounts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to suction up water.
• Do not immerse in water for cleaning.
• The hose should be checked regularly and must not be used if damaged.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip
when rewinding.
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Cleaning and maintenance
• Do not lift or carry the vacuum cleaner putting a brush in the groove for
storage.
• Never twist dust lter after washing.
– It can be a reason of deformation or damage lter.
• Use a dry cloth or towel to clean the body and make sure to unplug
the vacuum cleaner before cleaning. Do not spray water directly or use
volatile materials (such as benzen, thinner or alcohol) or combustible
sprays (such as a dust remover) for cleaning.
– If water or other liquid gets into the product and causes malfunction,
turn off the vacuum cleaner, unplug the power plug and then consult a
service agent.
• Do not use alkaline or industrial detergents, air fresheners or (acetic)
acids to clean the washable parts of the vacuum cleaner. (Refer to the
following table.)
– It may cause damage, deformation or discoloration of the plastic parts.
The washable parts Dustbin of the body, Dust lter
Available detergent Neutral detergent Kitchen cleaner
Unavailable detergent Alkaline detergent Bleach, Mold cleaner, etc.
Acid detergent Parafn oil, Emulsier, etc.
Industrial detergent NV-I, PB-I, Opti, Alcohol, Acetone,
Benzene, Thinner, etc.
Air freshener Air freshener(Spray)
Oil Animal or vegetable oil
Etc. Edible acetic acid, Vinegar, Glacial
acetic acid, etc.
• Do not stand on the hose assembly. Do not put weight on the hose.
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CAUTION
In use
• Do not use the pipe for anything other than its intended purpose.
– It may result in injury or damage.
• Do not pull the power cord beyond the yellow mark and hold the power
cord with one hand when rewinding it.
– If you try to pull it beyond the yellow mark, power cord can be
damaged and if you don’t hold the power cord while rewinding, it may
lose control and cause injury or damage to people or objects around it.
• If any abnormal sounds, smells or smoke come from the vacuum cleaner,
immediately unplug the power plug and contact a service agent.
– There is a risk of re or electric shock.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in any places near heating appliances
(such as stove), combustible spray or ammable materials.
– It may cause re or deformation of the product.
• Empty the dustbin before it is full in order to maintain the best efciency.
Cleaning and maintenance
• Unplug the vacuum cleaner if you do not use it for a long time.
– It may cause electric shock or re.
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REGULATORY NOTICE
1. FCC Notice
CAUTION
• Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
• This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is Subject to
following two conditions:
1 This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that
cause undesired operation.
• For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can
be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
FCC STATEMENT:
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
• This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit from that to
which the receiver is connected
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
• This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator
and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
2. IC Notice
• The term “IC” before the radio certication number only signies that
Industry Canada technical specications were met. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
• For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can
be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
• This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the
radiator & your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-
located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Open Source License Notice
• This device uses open source software. Open Source Licenses are
available on the product menu.
• Tap “Settings > Network > Software Update > Legal Information” on the
device for more details.
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INSTALLATION
Name of the parts
Product design may differ depending on the models.
01 Pipe
02 Handle control
03 Hose
04 Dustbin
05 Power button
06 Cord rewind button / Carry handle
07 Power cord
08 Outlet lter
09 Anti-Tangle Turbine (Cyclone Force)
INSTALLATION
03
02
01
09
08
04
06 07
05
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INSTALLATION
Accessories
Accessories may differ depending on the models.
Hose Pipe 2-step brush
2-in-1 accessory User manual
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OPERATIONS
Using the vacuum cleaner
Suction control may differ depending on the models.
OPERATIONS
Using the body
Power cord
On/Off
Suction control
MIN MAX
0201
01 Low suction power
02 High suction power
Using the handle
NOTE
• To vacuum fabrics, push the cover
downward to reduce suction.
• The handle does not control the power
of the product.
Storing the vacuum cleaner
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OPERATIONS
Using the brushes
❶❶
❷
❷
❸
Where to use the brushes
❶2-step brush
 Floor
Carpet
❷Dusting brush ❸Crevice tool
Cleaning the brush
2-step brush
Cleaning the hose
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and maintaining
You must unplug the vacuum cleaner before cleaning it.
MAINTENANCE
When to empty the dustbin
Cleaning the dustbin
Clean the dustbin if there is a lot of dust in
the bin.
1 2
3 4
01
02
5 6
7 8
01
02
Push
9
01
02
Click
10
 Anti-Tangle Turbine(Cyclone Force)
– Based on internal testing. Tested at the
turbine fan using a mix of hair, pet hair
on Floor.
CAUTION
• If tool is required for cleaning,
please be careful not to damage
the mesh.
How to empty the dustbin easily
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the outlet lter
1
01
02
2
3 4
5
Click
6
Cleaning the pipe
Cleaning the dust lter
12
3 4
5 6
7
Click
8
CAUTION
• Make sure the dust lter is completely
dry before putting it back into the
vacuum cleaner. Allow 12 hours for it to
dry.
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APPENDICES
In use
NOTE
• Product features may vary according to
model.
• When you use the dusting brush or
crevice tool, you may feel vibration from
the vacuum cleaner.
CAUTION
• When removing the power plug from
the electrical outlet, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
• Please do not press the button of
dustbin handle when carrying the
vacuum cleaner.
• For storage of the product, park the
oor nozzle in the small groove on the
bottom of the body.
Cleaning and maintenance
NOTE
• To clean the dust lter, add neutral
detergent into lukewarm water and soak
the lter for 30 minutes before washing
it.
• Do not wash the outlet lter with water.
• To maintain the best performance of the
outlet lter, replace it once a year.
• To prevent oors from scratches, inspect
condition of the brush and replace it if it
is worn down.
• Replacement lters are available at your
local Samsung service agent.
• Hold the power cord and then press
the Cord rewind button since you can
get injured if the power cord may lose
control while rewinding it.
• If the power cord is not rewinding well,
press the Cord rewind button again after
pulling the power cord about 2 ~ 3 m.
• To empty and clean the dustbin, you
may rinse the dustbin with cold water.
• When suction power is noticeably
reduced continuously, please clean the
dust lter by referring to the "Cleaning
the dust lter" section.
CAUTION
• Make sure the dust lter is completely
dry before putting it back into the
vacuum cleaner.
– Allow 12 hours for it to dry.
• Dry the dust lter in the shade,
not under sunlight, to prevent
transformation or discoloration.
• When suction is noticeably reduced
continuously or vacuum cleaner
abnormally overheats, please clean the
outlet lter.
• Suction may reduce noticeably due to
wrong reassembling of the dust lter.
• Please contact a nearest service agent if
you cannot remove foreign matters from
the hose.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in the shade to
prevent deformation or discoloration.
Notes and cautions
APPENDICES
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APPENDICES
Troubleshooting
Symptom Checklist
Motor does not start. • Check the cable, the power plug and outlet.
Suction force is gradually
decreasing.
• Check if there is any blockage, and remove it if required.
• Please check the lters, and if required, clean as illustrated
in this manual.
– If lters are out of condition, replace them with new
ones.
Cord does not rewind
fully.
• Pull the power cord out 2 - 3 m and press the Cord rewind
button.
Body overheating • Check the lters, and clean as illustrated in this manual if
required.
Static electricity
discharge.
• Reduce suction.
• This may also occur when air in the room is very dry.
Ventilate the room so that air humidity becomes normal.
During using, stop the
unit
• This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects
the motor in case of its overheating. If the vacuum cleaner
suddenly shuts off, turn off the switch and unplug the
vacuum cleaner. Check the vacuum cleaner for possible
source of overheating such as a full dustbin, a blocked
hose, pipe, or clogged lter. If these conditions are found,
x them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to
use the vacuum cleaner.
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