Samsung SC18M31 Series User manual

Vacuum cleaner
User manual
SC18M31**** 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 10
Accessories 11
OPERATIONS
Using the vacuum cleaner 12
Using the body 12
Using the handle 12
Using the brushes 13
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and maintaining 14
When to empty the dustbin 14
Cleaning the dustbin 14
Cleaning the dust lter 15
Cleaning the outlet lter 15
Cleaning the pipe 15
Cleaning the brush 16
Cleaning the hose 16
Storing the vacuum cleaner 16
APPENDICES
Notes and cautions 17
In use 17
Cleaning and maintenance 17
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.
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 is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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 fully and hold the power cord with one hand
when rewinding it.
– If you try to pull it fully, 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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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 Hose Hose
Pipe 2-step brush Pet Brush
Power Pet Plus Brush Parquet master Porch 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, reduce suction using
the appropriate method as shown in the
image.
• The handles do not control the power of
the product.
03
02
01
Transmission
01 Power ON/OFF
02 Minimum / Medium suction power
03 Maximum suction power
NOTE
• Do not cover the transmission with a
hand. If it is blocked, the product will not
work.
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OPERATIONS
Using the brushes
❶ ❶❺ ❷❸
❻
❼
❹
Where to use the brushes
❶2-step brush
 Floor
Carpet
❷Pet brush ❸Power pet plus
brush
❹Porch brush
❺Parquet master ❻Dusting brush ❼Crevice tool
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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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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the brush
2-step brush
 Cleaning method for the 2-step, Parquet
master and Porch brushes is the same.
12
01
02
34
5
02
01
6
Power pet plus
12
34
Pet brush
Cleaning the hose
Storing the vacuum cleaner
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APPENDICES
In use
NOTE
• Product features may vary according to model.
• If the handle control is not working, the vacuum cleaner can be operated using the
[Power] button on the body.
• When you use the dusting brush or crevice tool, you may feel vibration from the
vacuum cleaner.
• When the vacuum cleaner does not work, replace the batteries. If the problem persists,
please contact our authorized dealer. Use 2 batteries of size AA.
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.
Notes and cautions
APPENDICES
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APPENDICES
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.
• When changing the batteries of the vacuum cleaner, please follow the instrcutions
below.
– Never disassemble or recharge the batteries.
– Never heat up the batteries or throw them into re.
– Do not reverse (+), (-) poles.
– Dispose of the batteries properly.
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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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