Samsung VAC9073BP Instruction sheet

Operating lnstructions
For household use only
Guide de l’utilisateur
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VACUUM CLEANER
☞Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
☞Avant de fonctionner cet appareil, lisez les instructions avec soin.
ASPIRADORA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be fol-
lowed, including the following :
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 recom-
mended 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 service 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 openings and moving parts.
11. Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
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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 out-
let 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 out-
let. Do not change the plug in any way.
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 gaso-
line or use in areas where they may be present.
16. Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
17. Do not use extension cords or an outlet with inadequate current carry-
ing capacity.
18. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip
when rewinding.
19. Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
20. The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut, or punc-
tured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
21.Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting either
hose, wand or motorized nozzle.
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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 nozzle is
clogged.
NOTE :
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM CLEANER FOR USE
The Extension wand can be adjusted to your
height.
Hold the central area with one hand while pulling
the smallest tube out or pushing into the desired
length with the other hand.
Attaching the Hose to the Canister
Slide the Hose Clamper into the canister Inlet until
it “Clicks” into place.(Fig. A-A)
Attaching the Extension Wand to the Hose
Slide the handle end of hose over the end of the
wand until it “Clicks” into place. (Fig. A-B)
They can be removed by pressing the button on
the Hose.
Attaching the Power Brush
Slide the end of the Extension Wand onto the
Power Brush Wand unitl it “Clicks” into place. (Fig.
A-C)
They can be removed by pressing the button on
the Extension Wand.
EXTENSION WAND
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ON/OFF SWITCH
POWER CONTROL
With the cord plugged into an electrical outlet, start or
stop the vacuum cleaner by stepping lightly on the
switch button.
The suction power can be adjusted with the electrical
power control to suit any situation.
MIN = For delicate fabrics, like net curtains.
MAX = For hard floors and heavily soiled carpets.
* Manual suction power control
The flexible hose hose handle(suction control) has a
manual air flow regulator which allows you to briefly alter
the suction level : the further open the regulator is, the
weaker the suction power.
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
electrical 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 vacuum cleaner has a clip
system built onto the body, which will keep the tube, hose and noz-
zle in a vertical position.
USING THE ACCESSORIES
• Dusting brush - for furniture, shelves, books, etc.
• Upholstery brush - for cushions and drapery.
• Crevice tool - for radiator, crevices, corners, between cushions.
• Power brush -The rotating brush ensures that cleaning
is carried out more thoroughly.
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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REPLACING THE DUST BAG
3) After removing the used dust bag,insert
the cardboard bag collar of the new
dust bag into the suction inlet all the
way.
1) To open the dust cover of the dust bag
compartment, press the clamp upward
located at the side of the dust cover.
4) Press the dust cover down gently until
the clamp relocks.
If you are using a cloth filter bag, clean it when it’s full and use it again.
NOTE :
A used dust bag can be sealed by removing the paper from the adhesive
strip and sealing the strip over the suction opening.
NOTE :
2) Remove the dust bag from the cleaner.
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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, over-
lapping strokes.
● For heavily soiled areas, repeat strokes in several directions.
● Turn height adjustment knob to match the surface
beingcleaned.(optional)
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 the
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
cleaner from the electrical outlet.
● Remove 6 screws from the bottom plate and
open the brush cover.
1) Remove the Brush Cover as
described below. 2) Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket.
Insert the new bulb. You can use a
vacuum cleaner lamp rated 120V,
20W.
2. Replacing the Headlight Bulb(optional)
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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.
1) Remove the brush cover. Grasp the
brushroller firmly, and pull it out.
Use with caution when replacing the belt that drives the brushroller. Tension on
the belt is high.
3. Replacing the Brushroller Belt
4) Be sure that the belt is not twisted.
Rotate the belt 3 or 4 times to position
it correctly on the roller and to make
sure all rotating parts move smoothly.
Replace the brush cover.
3) Reinsert the brushroller, making sure
that both ends of the brushroller are fit
ted into the grooves of the nozzle head.
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.
4. Cleaning the Brushroller
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