Samsung VCMA16 series User manual

Vacuum Cleaner
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✻Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
✻For indoor use only. English
VCMA16 series
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02_ safety information
safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
• 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
Represents something you must NOT do.
Represents something you must follow.
Indicates that you must disconnect the power plug from the socket.
WARNING
WARNING
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safety information _03
safety information
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. 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.
2. WARNING: Do not use the vacuum cleaner when rug or floor
is wet. Do not use to suck up water.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to run
unattended at any time. Use the vacuum cleaner only for its
intended use as described in these instructions.
4. Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bin.
Empty the dust bin before it is full in order to maintain the
best efficiency.
5. Slide to the Stop(or Min) position before inserting a plug into
the electrical outlet.
6. 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.
7. Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner
as they may damage the cleaner parts. Do not stand on the
hose assembly. Do not put weight on the hose.
Do not block the suction or the exhaust port.
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04_ safety information
8. 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 changing the dust bag
or dust container. To avoid damage, please remove the plug
by grasping the plug itself, not by pulling on the cord.
9. 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.
10. Children shall not play with the appliance.
11. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
12. The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
13. If your vacuum cleaner is not operating correctly, switch off
the power supply and consult an authorized service agent.
14. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
15. Don’t carry the vacuum cleaner by holding the hose. Use the
handle on the vacuum cleaner set.
16. Unplug the cleaner when not in use. Turn off the power
switch before unplugging.
safety information
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contents _05
contents
ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER
06
OPERATING THE CLEANER
07
07 ON/OFF Switch
07 Power Cord
08 Power-Control
MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER
09
09 Using accessory
10 Maintain floor tools
11 Emptying the dust bin
12 When to clean the dust pack
13 Cleaning the dust pack
14 Cleaning the outlet filter
TROUBLESHOOTING
15
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06_ assembling the cleaner
assembling the cleaner
• Please do not press the button
of dust bin handle when carrying
machine.
• For storage, park the floor nozzle.
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02 OPERATING THE CLEANER
operating the cleaner
ON/OFF SWITCH
1) BODY CONTROL TYPE 2) ON/OFF TYPE
• When removing the plug from the electrical outlet, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
POWER CORD
CAUTION
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08_ operating the cleaner
POWER-CONTROL
BODY-CONTROL TYPE / ON/OFF TYPE
• HOSE
To reduce suction for cleaning draperies,
small rugs, and other light fabrics, pull
the tap air until the hole is open.
• BODY (BODY-CONTROL TYPE ONLY)
MIN = For delicate surface e.g. net
curtains.
MAX = For hard floors and heavily soiled
carpets.
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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER
maintain tools and filter
USING ACCESSORY
Pipe (Option)
• Adjust the length of the telescopic pipe by
sliding the length control button located in the
center of the telescopic pipe back and forth.
• To check for blockages, separate the
telescopic pipe and adjust to shorten. This
allows for easier removal of waste clogging the
tube.
Accessory
• Dusting brush for furniture. shelves, books,
etc.
• Crevice tool for radiators, crevices, corners,
between cushions.
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10_ maintain tools and filter
MAINTAIN FLOOR TOOLS
2-Step Brush
• Adjust the inlet lever according to the floor
surface.
• Remove waste matter
completely if the inlet is
blocked.
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Floor Cleaning
Floor Cleaning
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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER
maintain tools and filter
EMPTYING THE DUST BIN
1. Once dust reaches the
MAX mark, or sution
is noticeably reduced
during cleaning, empty
the dust bin.
2. Take the dust bin out
by pressing the button.
3. Separate the dust bin
cover.
4. Throw away dust into
the bin.
5. Close the dust bin
cover.
6. Before use, push the
dust bin into the main
body of the vacuum
cleaner until you hear
the “click” sound.
- Empty into a plastic bag
(recommended for asthma/
allergy sufferers)
You may rinse the dust bin with cold water.
click
click
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12_ maintain tools and filter
WHEN TO CLEAN THE DUST PACK
- If suction is noticeably reduced during cleaning, please check the dust pack as
indicated below.
Turn the vacuum power to ‘MAX’.
If suction is noticeably reduced with the inlet floating 10cm
above flat floor, clean it.
When suction is noticeably reduced continuously, please cleaning the Dust Pack as
shown in the following illustration.
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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER
CLEANING THE DUST PACK
1. Remove the dust bin and dust pack as
shown.
2. Remove the sponge and filter from the dust pack.
3. Wash the sponge and the filter of the dust pack
with water.
4. Let the sponge and filter dry in the shade for more
than 12 hours.
5. Put the sponge and filter into the dust pack.
6. Put the assembled dust pack into the main
body.
Make sure the filter is completely dry
before putting it back into the vacuum
cleaner. Allow 12 hours for it to dry.
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14_ maintain tools and filter
maintain tools and filter
CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER
Press the fixed frame part at the back
of the main body to remove.
Remove and replace the blocked
outlet filter.
Replacement filters are available at your local Samsung distributor.
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troubleshooting _15
04 TROUBLESHOOTING
troubleshooting
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Motor dows not start. • Check cable, pulg and socket.
• Leave to cool.
Suction force is gradually
decreasing. • Check for blockage and remove.
Cord does not rewind fully. • Pull the cord out 2-3m and push down the cord
rewind button.
Vacuum cleaner dows not pick
up dirt. • Check hose and replace if required.
Low or decreasing suction
• Please check filter and, if required, clean as
illustrated in the instructions. if filters are out of
condition change them to new ones.
Body overheating • Please check filters, If required clean as
illustrated in the instruction.
Static electicity discharge • Please decrease power suction.
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COUNTRY CUSTOMER CARE CENTER WEB SITE
AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 www.samsung.com/au
HONG KONG 3698-4698 www.samsung.com/hk
www.samsung.com/hk_en
MALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 www.samsung.com/my
SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG(7267864) www.samsung.com/sg
INDIA www.samsung.com/in
If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the
SAMSUNG customer care center.
1800 3000 8282
1800 266 8282