Samsung VS20A95973B/WA User manual

Vacuum cleaner
User manual
VS20A95**** Series
• Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
• For indoor use only

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Contents
Contents
Safety information 3
Important safety symbols 3
General 4
Vacuum cleaner 4
Maintenance 7
Clean Station 8
Battery 10
Preparation 12
Accessories 12
Parts overview 13
Operation 14
Installing the Clean Station 14
Using the Clean Station 14
Charging the battery 15
Inserting the battery 15
Ejecting the battery 15
Charging the additional battery 15
Using the buttons and display 16
Using the Accessory Cradle 17
Using the accessories 18
Maintenance 20
Cleaning the Clean Station 20
Cleaning the vacuum cleaner 21
Appendix 24
Notes and cautions 24
Troubleshooting 30
Product specification 32

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Safety information
• Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for your reference.
• Because the following operating instructions cover various models,
the characteristics of yourvacuum cleaner may differ slightly from
those described in this manual.
Important safety symbols
WARNING
Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.
CAUTION
Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.
NOTE
Indicates that the following text contains additional important
information.
Safety information

Safety information
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Safety information
General
For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and
product specific regulatory obligations e.g. REACH (WEEE, Batteries)
visit: samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/samsungelectronics/
corporatecitizenship/data_corner.html
Failure to meet these requirements could cause damage to the internal
parts of the vacuum and void your warranty.
• Read all instructions carefully. Before switching the vacuum on, make
sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that
indicated on the rating plate at the rear of the handy vacuum cleaner
(battery contact side).
• 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 should not play with the
appliance. Children should not clean or perform maintenance on the
vacuum without adult supervision.
• Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to run unattended at any time.
• This product is intended for household use only. (Do not use this
product for other than its intended purposes.)
• Do not allow children to ride on or play with the product.
–An injury or product damage may occur.
Vacuum cleaner
• When assembling the vacuum, be careful not to catch your fingers or
hands in the movement fold of the handle.

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Safety information
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner on a wet rug or floor.
• Do not use the product at the following places;
–In a place where a burning candle or a desk lamp is placed on the
floor.
–In a place where heaters are turned on or unextinguished embers
exist in an unattended fireplace or an ashtray etc.
–In a place where there are combustible materials such as oil paint,
paint thinner, mothproofing substances, gasoline, alcohol, thinner,
ashtrays with unextinguished cigarettes, etc.
–In a closed place filled with explosive or toxic vapor.
• Do not pick up the following things. Abnormal operation or product
damage may occur.
–A match or unextinguished ashes or cigarettes
–Hard or sharp objects
–Toxic materials (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.)
–Liquid such as water or beverage or pet's waste
–Chalk powder
• If there is a gas leak or combustible spray such as a dust remover
is used, do not touch the power outlet and open the window for
ventilation.
–An explosion or fire may occur.
• If the product makes a strange sound or emits a smell or smoke, turn
off the product immediately, and then contact a Samsung service
center.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.

Safety information
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Safety information
• When using the vacuum cleaner, be careful not to hurt yourself on the
moving or spinning parts.
–Keep your body parts (Hair, hands, etc.) from the spin brush or the
spin disk.
• When cleaning the wall or ceiling, you should use both hands.
–If you clean with one hand, you can damage yourwrist or drop the
vacuum and cause an injury or damage the vacuum.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner on objects that can be easily scratched
(monitors, stainless steel appliances, etc.).
• Sometimes the wheel of a brush can scratch the floor. Before using
the vacuum cleaner, check the wheels of the brush.
–If there is foreign matter on the wheel of the brush which cannot
be removed easily, contact a Samsung service center.
• When the spin brush inside a brush is working, do not touch the
brush.
–Otherwise, your hand can be caught and it may cause an injury.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in direct sunlight or high heat.
• If excessive force is applied to an accessory with motor or foreign
matter is caught in the spin brush (or spin disk), the accessory may
stop working to protect the motor or the product. Turn the vacuum
cleaner off, remove the foreign matter, and then turn it back on.
• Static electricity may occur depending on the humidity, temperature,
or floor material, etc. in your home. If it happens repeatedly, contact a
Samsung service center.
• Do not use Pet Tool in a small area for a long time and do not let Pet
Tool keep spinning in one place.
–Damage may occur if used on sensitive materials

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Safety information
• Do not use Combination Tool on hard materials such as leather or
wood while bristles are not extended.
Maintenance
• While using or after using the vacuum cleaner, you should lay the
vacuum cleaner down or place it on the Clean Station to store.
–The product may fall and an injury and severe product damage
occur. In addition, you may not be compensated for the damage.
• Do not store the vacuum cleaner inside a car.
• Before removing foreign matter inside the product, turn off the
product first.
–If the product is on while you are removing the foreign matter, you
can hurt yourself or damage the product.
• When cleaning the exterior of the product, turn off the product first
and then wipe it with a dry towel. Do not spray water directly onto the
product or wipe it with volatile materials such as benzene, thinner, or
alcohol.
–If water gets into the product and an error occurs, turn off the
product and contact a Samsung service center.
• When cleaning the washable parts, do not use alkaline detergent,
acid, industrial detergent, air freshener, acetic acid, etc.
–Product damage such as plastic breakage, deformation,
discoloration, printing deterioration, etc. may occur.

Safety information
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Safety information
Washable Parts Dustbin, Washable Micro Filter, Fine Dust Filter, Metal Mesh
Grille Filter, dry cloth
Acceptable
detergent Neutral Dish washing detergent
Prohibited
detergent
Alkaline Lox, mold cleaner, etc.
Acid Paraffin oil, an emulsifier, etc.
Industrial
cleaners NV-I, PB-I, Opti, alcohol, acetone, benzene, thinner, etc.
Air freshener Jet spray airfresheners (coffee flavor, herb, etc.)
Oils Animal oils, vegetable oils
Etc. Edible acetic acid, vinegar, glacial acetic acid, etc.
• Storing the product in sunlight for long hours may cause parts of
the product to deform or discolor. Therefore, store the product in the
shade.
• After cleaning the dustbin, Metal Mesh Grille Filter, or Washable
Micro Filterwith water, dry them in the shade.
–When heat is applied, part deformation may occur.
Clean Station
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door
on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep the
cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
• Do not pull the power cord and do not touch the power plug with wet
hands.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.
• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequately rated current.

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Safety information
• If there is dust, water, etc. on a pin or contact point of the power plug
pin, wipe them carefully.
–Abnormal operation or electric shock may occur.
• Do not use a damaged power plug, power cord, or loose power outlet.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.
• Unplug the Clean Station from the outlet before servicing.
• Do not expose the Clean Station to high temperatures or allow
moisture or humidity of any kind to come into contact with the Clean
Station.
• Do not plug the Clean Station into a power source with the incorrect
voltage. Do not plug the Clean Station into a multi-plug outlet or
power strip.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.
• If the power cord is damaged, have a Samsung authorized service
center replace the power cord with a new power cord.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.
• Make sure that the charging terminals of the vacuum cleaner and the
Clean Station do not come into contact with a conductor such as a
bracelet, watch, metal rod, nail, etc.
–Product malfunction or electric shock may occur.
• As the Clean Station is designed for the use of Samsung Jet cordless
vacuum cleaner only, do not use the Clean Station for other electronic
appliances and other purposes.
–Severe damage to the Clean Station or fire may occur.
• Do not allow children to cling to or push the Clean Station.
–Personal injury, product and floor damage may occur.
• Do not charge the product near a window, heater, toilet, bathroom,
etc.

Safety information
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Safety information
• Do not attempt to open the Clean Station. Repairs should be only
carried out by a qualified Samsung service center.
• Injury or product malfunction from incorrect installation of the Clean
Station may not be compensated.
• Do not bend the power cord with excessive force or put heavy objects
on the power cord.
–Electric shock or fire may occur.
• Before unplugging or plugging in the Clean Station, turn off the
vacuum cleaner and make sure that the pins of the power plug do not
come into contact with your hands.
–Fire or electric shock may occur.
Battery
• Do not mutilate or incinerate batteries as they will explode at high
temperatures.
• Do not drop or strike the battery or subject it to a sudden shock.
• Do not disassemble the battery and make sure that you do not create
a short circuit across the plus (+) and minus (-) terminals.
• As the battery is manufactured only for this product, do not use the
battery for other electronic appliances or other purposes.
• When you purchase a new battery, make sure to check the model
name (VCA-SBTA95) and the genuine logo.
–Contact your nearest Samsung Electronics retailer or Samsung
service center to purchase any consumable accessories.

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Safety information
• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme usage or
temperature conditions. If the liquid gets on your skin, wash the
affected area quickly with water. If the liquid gets into your eyes, flush
them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes.
Seek medical attention.
• When attaching the battery to the vacuum cleaner, insert it until you
hear a click. This assures that the battery is firmly attached.
–Otherwise, the battery may fall and could cause product damage
or injury.
• If you are not going to use the vacuum cleaner for a long period of
time oryou are going to be away from home for a long period of
time, unplug the Clean Station, and then detach the battery from the
vacuum cleaner. When the battery is not being charged and not being
used, it will slowly discharge.
• To protect the motor and the battery, the product may not operate
when the temperature is lower than 5 °C or higher than 45 °C.
• Dispose of the dead battery in compliance with the local regulations.

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Preparation
Accessories
The accessories with the ' * ' mark may differ depending on the models.
Telescopic pipe Pet Tool Combination Tool
Extension Crevice Tool Flexible Tool Dust bags (1 installed, 2 extra)
User manual
* Charger Accessory Cradle Clean Station
* Jet Dual Brush * Slim Action Brush * Accessory Cradle Holder
* Spray Spinning Sweeper /
Reusable wet pads
* Disposable wet pads /
Attachable pad
* Battery
(VS20A959***: 2 units)
* Optional
• VS20A958*** model: The additional battery and charger can be purchased separately.
• The Spray Spinning Sweeper includes reusable wet pads and disposable wet pads.
• The Spray Spinning Sweeper and Jet Dual Brush are only compatible with VS20A95**** model.
Preparation

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Preparation
Parts overview
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01 Power ( ) button
02 Suction power control buttons
03 Washable Micro Filter
04 Metal Mesh Grille Filter
05 Display
06 Dustbin release button
07 Fine Dust Filter
08 Dustbin
09 Adjustable pipe
10 Handle
11 Battery level indicator
12 Battery release button
13 Pipe release button
14 Pipe length adjustment button
15 Brush release button
16 Dustbin joint
17 Clean Station START/STOP button
18 Dust bag
19 Clean Station front cover
20 Clean Station Premotor Filter
21 Clean Station Fine Dust Filter
22 Power cord
NOTE
The wave pattern on the exterior of the product is a natural appearance due to the use of pearl plastic
materials and its pearl distribution. In addition, the shining pearl used in the material gives an excellent
gloss coating, no extra coating necessary.

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Operation
For detailed information, please refer to the QR code.
Installing the Clean Station
1. Run the powercord of the Clean Station along the round groove at the bottom.
-Make sure the power cord is correctly placed so that the Clean Station stands without tilting.
2. Before plugging in the Clean Station, arrange the power cord neatly.
3. When plugging in the Clean Station, the START/STOP button turns blue for 5 seconds and goes off.
Using the Clean Station
START/STOP button
• After inserting the vacuum cleaner into the Clean Station, press the START/STOP button to empty the
dustbin.
-Press the START/STOP button again to stop its operation.
• Close the bottom cover of the dustbin before using the vacuum cleaner as the bottom cover is open
after emptying dustbin at the Clean Station.
Operation

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Operation
Charging the battery
• When the battery level indicator turns red or the ‘Low battery’ message appears on the display, charge
the battery.
• You cannot use the vacuum cleanerwhile charging.
• Make sure the back of the battery is correctly placed onto the vacuum charging part.
• Check that the battery level indicator is displayed while charging.
• When charging starts, the battery level indicator turns on (red, orange, or yellow depending on charging
progress), it rises gradually, and changes to green when the charging is complete.
Inserting the battery
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Push the battery to the end until you hear it click.
Ejecting the battery
Press the battery release button at the rear of the
handle to eject the battery.
CAUTION
• Before ejecting the battery, the vacuum cleaner
must be turned off.
-The vacuum cleaner may malfunction if you
eject the battery forcibly from the operating
vacuum cleaner.
• Be careful not to drop the battery. If you do, you
can injure yourself or damage the battery.
Charging the additional battery
Charge the additional battery at the additional
battery charging slot at the bottom of the
Accessory Cradle.
• Push the battery in firmly.
NOTE
VS20A958*** model: To charge the battery at the
Accessory Cradle, a charger needs to be purchased
separately. (VCA-SAPA95)

Operation
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Operation
Using the buttons and display
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01 Display
-Displays the current mode (‘MIN, MID, MAX, JET, or WET’) or the
alert message.
02 Power ( )
-Press this button to turn on or off the vacuum cleaner.
-When you turn on the power, the vacuum cleaner starts in the ‘MID’
mode.
-If you assemble the Spray Spinning Sweeper, the vacuum cleaner
starts in the ‘WET’ mode.
03 Suction power control (+/ -)
-You can change the suction power mode (‘MIN, MID, MAX, or JET’).
-In the ‘WET’ mode, press the +button to spray water once or press
and hold the +button to spray water for up to 2 seconds.
-Press and hold the +button for 3 seconds to enter or exit the
language setting. Press the +or –button to select a language.
-While the vacuum cleaner is on the Clean Station, press and hold the
+button for 5 seconds to enable or disable the Energy Saving mode.
NOTE
• Only the +button works when the vacuum cleaner is in the ‘WET’ mode.
• You cannot enter the language settings when the vacuum cleaneris in the ‘WET’ mode.
• The Energy Saving mode is automatically disabled if you use the vacuum cleaner.
• The brush may cling to the floor or does not turn properly depending on the floor material (a carpet, a
mat, bedding, etc.). If such a problem occurs, change the suction power mode to ‘MIN or MID’.
Alert messages
Message Explanation
Low battery Displays when battery is low.
Object stuck in brush/tool Error displays when something is caught in the brush or tool.
Filter not inserted Error displays when Micro Filter is missing.
Clogged Error displays when the vacuum cleaner is clogged.
Check brush, tool, or filter Alerts the user to check the brush, tool, or filter in order to
solve the clogging error.
Clean Micro filter
Alerts and recommends the user to regularly check and wash
the Micro Filter. (Refer to the 'Cleaning the vacuum cleaner'
section.)
Energy Saving on Displays when the Energy Saving mode is on.
Energy Saving off Displays when the Energy Saving mode is off.

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Operation
Using the Accessory Cradle
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• Before charging the additional battery, plug in the charger.
• Dust that remains in the accessory may fall when you detach it from the vacuum cleaner.
-When you finish using the vacuum cleaner, shorten the Telescopic Pipe and operate the vacuum
cleaner in the 'MAX' mode for more than 10 seconds.
-Make sure to remove any wet pads from the Spray Spinning Sweeper before attaching it to the
Accessory Cradle.
-To detach the accessories, press the release button on the back of each accessory.

Operation
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Operation
Using the accessories
Detaching the accessories
• To detach the accessories, press the release
button on the back of each accessory.
• Before detaching the accessories, operate
the vacuum cleaner in the 'MAX' mode for10
seconds to prevent any foreign matter remains
inside the accessory.
Combination Tool
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Use to remove dust from curtains, furniture, sofas,
etc.
Extension Crevice Tool
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Use to remove dust in grooves of window frames,
narrow gaps, corners, etc.
Flexible Tool
Use to clean hard to reach places such as upper or
rear parts of furniture or ceilings.
NOTE
You can connect the Combination Tool or the
Extension Crevice Tool to use with the Flexible Tool.

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Operation
Spray Spinning Sweeper
Reusable wet pad
Disposable wet pad
Attachable pad
Water tank
<Front> <Back>
Spin disk
Velcro
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2
Use to clean a wood and linoleum floor with a wet
pad.
• The Spray Spinning Sweeper does not have a
dust suction function.
Using the reusable wet pad
• When attaching the wet pad, make sure the pad
is in the center of the spin disk.
Using the disposable wet pad
• Attach the disposable wet pad to the front side
(Velcro side) of the attachable pad on the spin
disk.
-If you use the disposable wet pad without
the attachable pad, cleaning performance
can be degraded.
• After using the disposable wet pad, discard the
pad.
Detaching or attaching the water tank
• Press the lower part of the water tank to detach.
• When attaching the water tank, insert the front
end first.
NOTE
• Do not use groundwater or polluted water.
• When using the Spray Spinning Sweeper for the
first time, the air in the internal pump and the
tube may cause to delay in spraying water. Press
the +button repeatedly.
Adjusting the pipe length
Press the pipe length adjustment button to
lengthen or shorten the Telescopic Pipe.

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Maintenance
Cleaning the Clean Station
Replacing the dust bag
When the START/STOP button turns red, you should replace the dust bag.
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Cleaning the Premotor Filter
Use the handle to lift the filter off and shake over a
bin to remove dust.
Cleaning the Fine Dust Filter
Shake the Fine Dust Filter over a bin to remove
dust.
Maintenance