Samsung VAC-7713SP Instruction sheet

Operating lnstructions
Models
VAC-7700 SERIES
For household use only
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Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
VACUUM CLEANER
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following :
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a ser-
vice center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked : keep
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all other parts of the body away from open-
ings and moving parts.
11. Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to vacuum flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use
in areas where they may be present.
16. Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
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17. Do not use extension cords or an outlet with inadequate current carrying capacity.
18. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewind-
ing.
19. Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
20. The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut, or punctured. Avoid
picking up sharp objects.
21. Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting either hose or
motorized nozzle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug(one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
DUST-FULL INDICATOR
If the “Dust-Full” indicator switches to “RED” while you are cleaning, the dust bag is full
and must be replaced.
If the “Dust-Full” indicator continues to display “RED” even after changing
the dust bag, turn the cleaner off and check whether the hose, tube or noz-
zle is clogged.
NOTE :
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ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM CLEANER FOR USE
Attaching the Hose to the Canister
Slide the Hose Clamper into the Canister lnlet
until it “clicks” into place.(Fig. A-A)
Assembling the Extension Wand
Slide the narrow end of one Extension Wand
section into the other Wand Extension.(Fig. A-
B)Depress the locking button with your thumb
and continue sliding the Extensions
together.Turn the Wands in opposite directions
until the locking button snaps into the hole in
the other Wand. Make sure the locking button
snaps into place completely.
Attaching the Extension Wand to the
Hose
Slide the handle end of the Hose over the end
of the Wand with a locking button.(Fig A-C)
Turn the Hose and Wand in opposite directions
until the locking button on the Wand snaps into
the hole on the Hose. Make sure the locking
button snaps into place completely.
Attaching the Power Brush
Slide the free end of the Extension Wand onto
the Power Brush Wand until the locking button
“clicks” into place.(Fig. B-A) Hold Power Brush
Electrical Cord against the back of the
Extension Wand.(Fig. B-B) Press Power Brush
Cord into the grooves of the Cord Clips.(Fig. B-
C) Plug the Power Brush Cord into the Hose
Electrical Outlet.(Fig. B-D)Your vacuum cleaner
is ready for use.
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ON/OFF SWITCH
USING THE ACCESSORIES
With the cord plugged into an electrical outlet,
start or stop the vacuum cleaner by stepping
lightly on the switch button.
• Dusting brush - for furniture,shelves,books,etc.
• Upholstery brush - for cushions and drapery.
• Crevice tool - for radiators,crevices,corners,
between cushions.
• Power brush -The rotating brush ensures that
cleaning is carried out more thoroughly.
POWER CONTROL
Vacuuming power can be adjusted to suit differ-
ent situations using the power control.
MIN = For delicate fabrics, like net curtains.
MAX = For hard floors and heavily soiled
carpets.
POWER CORD
1) PULLING OUT
The power cord is long enough to be drawn out for
convenience.
2) REWINDING
Upon finishing cleaning, disconnect the plug from the
electri cal outlet and press the cord rewind button lightly
with your toe.
When removing the power cord from the electrical outlet, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
NOTE :
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TRANSPORTING AND STORING THE VACUUM CLEANER
For easy storage and transportation, this vac-
uum cleaner has a clip system built onto the
body, which will keep the tube, hose and noz-
zle in a vertical position.
REPLACING THE DUST BAG
2) Remove the dust bag from the
cleaner.
1) To open the dust cover of the dust
bag com partment, press the clamp
upward located at the side of the
dust cover.
OPERATING THE BRUSH HEAD
PARK POSITION
Push the ON/OFF switch(A) down.
(The brush switches on)
Located in the top rear side of the vacuum
cleaner, there is a support for a convenient
park position during pauses when using the
nozzle.
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VACUUMING WITH THE POWER BRUSH
1. Attaching the Power Brush
The hose must be plugged into the canister and the power brush
must be plugged into the hose and extension wand (see page 3).
2. Vacuuming
• For best results, move the power brush slowly using short,overlap-
ping strokes.
• For heavily soiled areas, repeat strokes in several directions.
• Turn height adjustment knob to match the surface being cleaned.
(optional)
Used dust bag can be sealed by remov-
ing the film from the paper and sticking
the latter over the suction
opening.(ONLY PAPER BAG)
4) Press the dust cover down gently
until the clamp relocks.
3) After removing the used dust bag, insert
the cardboard bag collar of the new dust
bag into the suction inlet all the way.
MAINTENANCE OR REPLACEMENT OF THE FILTERS
1) INLET-FILTER.
• Open the dust cover.
• After detaching the filter, wash it lightly with water, dry it
in the shade, and then insert it in its original position.
• Close the dust cover.
2) OUTLET-FILTER.
• The outlet-filter which the air comes out from the vacu-
um-cleaner.
• Open the dust cover, and then pull the hook upward
located at the front of the grille filter.
• Remove and replace the exhausted outlet-filter.
• Close the grille filter, and then close the dust cover.
NOTE :
GRILLE-FILTER
OUTLET-
FILTER
INLET-
FILTER
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3. Replacing the Brushroller Belt
Use with caution when replacing the that drives the brushroller. Tension on the
belt is high.
3. Checking the Performance of the Power Brush
You may check whether the power brush is operating correctly by lifting up the
extension tube slightly to view the back of the brush.
The Power Brush will not operate when it is jammed or the unit is turned off.
If the Power Brush is jammed, Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Turn power brush over and remove the jammed object.
Turn the power brush back to vacuuming position and resume vacuuming
CAUTION: Do not invert the power brush while it is running
MAINTAINING THE POWER BRUSH
1. Removing the Brush Cover
•Before replacing any parts, unplug the vacuum clean-
er from the electrical outlet.
•Remove 6 screws from the bottom plate and open the
brush cover.
2. Replacing the Headlight Bulb(optional)
2) Remove the old bulb from the bulb
socket. Insert the new bulb. You can
use a vacuum cleaner lamp rated
120V, 20W.
1) Remove the Brush Cover as described
below.
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4. Cleaning the Brushroller
1) Turn off the vacuum cleaner and
unplug the power cord.
2) Remove the cover to expose the
brushroller.
3) Cut off any lint, carpet pile or hair that
has accumulated around the
brushroller with a pair of scissors.
Replace the brush cover.
3) Reinsert the brushroller, making
sure that both ends of the
brushroller are fitted into the
grooves of the nozzle head.
4) Be sure that the is not twisted. Rotate
the belt 3 or 4 times to position it correct-
ly on the roller and to make sure all rotat-
ing parts move smoothly. Replace the
brush cover.
1) Remove the brush cover, Grasp the
brushroller firmly, and pull it out. 2) Remove the flat belt from the motor shaft and the brushroller, Loop the new
belt around the motor shaft and then
loop it around the brushroller.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
Motor does not start No voltage Check cable, plug and
socket.
Suction force is
gradually reduced Filter,nozzle,suction hose tube blocked, or
bag full.
Remove the obstruction or
replace bag.
Cord does not rewind
fully Check that the cord is
not twisted or wound
unevenly
Pull the cord out 6~10ft &
push down the cord rewind
button
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