Samsung VS20R90 Series User manual

ART WORK SPEC
Product
Model/PJT
Changes Note: New
Vacuum CleanerHQ R&D PIC: Jungran Kim
Material: Wood Free 80g VS9000N
Design: Hyunwoo Lim
Size: 148mm x 210mm
Page: 96 Print Color: Black Part Code DJ68-00821R
Date: 2020-05-25 Post Processing : Cut Rev No 00

Vacuum cleaner
User manual
VS20R90**** Series / VS15R85**** Series
• Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
• For indoor use only
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 1 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:48

Contents
PREPARATION
Safety information 3
INSTALLATION
Name of the parts 13
Accessories 14
Installing the charging stand 15
Installation guide 15
OPERATION
Using the vacuum cleaner 16
Using the charging stand 16
Charging the battery 17
Operating the vacuum cleaner 18
Using the accessories 19
MAINTENANCE
Maintaining the vacuum cleaner 22
When to empty the dustbin 22
Emptying the dustbin easily without causing
dust clouds 22
Emptying and cleaning the dustbin 22
Cleaning the lter 24
Cleaning the accessories 24
APPENDIX
Notes and cautions 26
Battery usage 26
Operation 27
Maintenance 29
Troubleshooting 30
Product Specication
Model VS20R90**** VS15R85****
Power 100-240 V~50-60Hz
Rated power consumption 550W 410W
Battery specication Lithium-ion 21.9V, 2850mAh,
6cell
Lithium-ion 21.6V, 1800mAh,
6cell
Charging time 3.5 hours
Cleaning
time
Handy
Approximately 6 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 30 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 60 minutes (MIN)
Approximately 5 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 20 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 40 minutes (MIN)
Soft Action
Brush
Approximately 9 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 20 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 40 minutes (MIN)
Approximately 6 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 20 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 30 minutes (MIN)
Turbo Action
Brush
Approximately 9 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 20 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 35 minutes (MIN)
Approximately 5 minutes (MAX) /
Approximately 18 minutes (MID) /
Approximately 27 minutes (MIN)
 Charging and cleaning time may differ depending on the brushes and the conditions of use.
English
2
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 2 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:48

PREPARATION
Safety information
PREPARATION
• 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 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.
English
3
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 3 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:49

PREPARATION
Failure to meet these requirements could cause damage to the internal parts
of the vacuum and void your warranty.
General
• 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).
• WARNING : Do not use the vacuum cleaner on a wet rug or oor.
• 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 purpose as described in these instructions.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dustbin.
• Empty the dustbin before it is full to maintain the highest efciency.
• 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 discolor the plastic parts of the unit.
• Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner as they may
damage the vacuum’s parts.
• Do not block the suction or the exhaust port.
• To avoid damage, remove the plug by grasping the plug, not by pulling
the cord.
English
4
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 4 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:49

PREPARATION
• 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.
Children should not clean or perform maintenance on the vacuum without
adult supervision.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• The battery must be removed from the main unit before cleaning or
performing maintenance on the vacuum.
• The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
• If your vacuum cleaner is not operating correctly, switch off the power
supply and consult an authorized Samsung service agent.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent or a similarly qualied person to avoid any electrical
hazards.
• Do not use to suction up water.
• Do not immerse in water for cleaning.
• Please contact Samsung or a Samsung service center for a replacement if
one is needed.
English
5
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 5 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:49

PREPARATION
Charging stand
• Do not modify the polarized plug to t a non-polarized outlet or extension
cord.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Unplug the charging stand from the outlet when not in use and before
servicing.
• Use only the charging stand supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
• 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 use extension cords or outlets with inadequately rated current.
• Do not charge a non-rechargeable battery.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
• Do not mutilate or incinerate batteries as they will explode at high
temperatures.
• Do not attempt to open the charging stand. Repairs should be only carried
out by a qualied Samsung service center.
• Do not expose the charging stand to high temperatures or allow moisture
or humidity of any kind to come into contact with the charging stand.
English
6
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 6 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:49

PREPARATION
Vacuum cleaner
• Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
• Do not use without a lter in place. When servicing the unit, never put
ngers or other objects into the fan chamber in case the unit accidentally
turns on.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings
blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air ow.
• Do not pick up toxic materials (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner,
etc.).
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space lled with vapours
given off by oil based paint, paint thinner, moth proong substances,
ammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours.
Installation
• If you have a problem with installing the charging stand, contact a
Samsung service center.
Injury or product malfunction from not installing the charging stand may
not be compensated.
English
7
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 7 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:49

PREPARATION
Power related
WARNING
• When installing the charging stand, do not bend the power cord with
excessive force or put heavy objects on the power cord.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
• If there is dust, water, etc. on a pin or contact point of the power plug,
wipe them carefully.
– Otherwise, abnormal operation or electric shock may occur.
• Do not pull the cord and do not touch the plug with wet hands.
• Do not plug the charging stand into a power source with the incorrect
voltage. Do not plug the charging stand into a multi-plug outlet or power
strip. Do not leave the power cord lying on the oor. Attach the cord close
to a wall.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
• Do not use a damaged power plug, power cord, or loose power outlet.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
• If the power cord is damaged, have a Samsung authorized service center
replace the power cord with a new power cord.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
Operation
WARNING
• Do not touch the charging terminal of a vacuum or charging stand with
chop sticks, metal screw drivers, forks, knives, etc.
– Otherwise, product malfunction or electric shock may occur.
• Make sure that the battery terminals of the charging stand do not come
into contact with a conductor such as a bracelet, watch, metal rod, nail, etc.
English
8
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 8 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:50

PREPARATION
• Make sure that any liquid such as water or juice is not allowed to enter
the vacuum cleaner or the charging stand.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
• Do not use the charging stand for other purposes.
– Otherwise, severe damage to the charging stand or re may occur.
• Do not vacuum liquid, blades, pins, embers, etc. during cleaning.
– Otherwise, abnormal operation or product damage may occur.
• Do not step on the product body or strike the product.
– Otherwise, an injury or product damage may occur.
• The brush and air outlet should not be blocked during cleaning.
– Otherwise, product malfunction or re may occur due to overheating of
the product.
• This product is intended for household use only. Do not use this product
for heavy duty cleaning, commercial cleaning, industrial cleaning, or
cleaning outdoors, especially on stone or cement. Do not use to pick up
chalk powder in and around billiard tables or in hospital aseptic rooms.
– Otherwise, abnormal operation or product damage may occur.
• Do not use the product near heating appliances such as heaters, or in
areas containing combustible sprays, or ammable materials.
– Otherwise, re or product deformation may occur.
• Before using the product, make sure that the lters are correctly inserted.
– Otherwise, dust can enter the motor inside the main body and cause
product damage. Suction force can decrease.
• If there is a gas leak or combustible spray is used, do not touch the power
outlet and open the window for ventilation.
– Otherwise, an explosion or re may occur.
• If the vacuum makes a strange sound or emits a smell or smoke, turn off
the vacuum immediately, and then contact a Samsung service center.
– Otherwise, electric shock or re may occur.
English
9
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 9 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:50

PREPARATION
CAUTION
• Do not use the product near combustible material. Also do not use:
– In a place where a burning candle or desk lamp is placed on the oor.
– In an area where an unattended place heater is turned on or an area in
which there are unextinguished embers in a replace, in an ashtray, etc.
– In a place where there are combustible materials such as gasoline,
alcohol, thinner, ashtrays with unextinguished cigarettes, etc.
• Do not allow children to cling to or push the charging stand.
– Personal injury, product and oor damage may occur.
• When you need to store the vacuum cleaner for a short time during
cleaning, lay the vacuum on the oor.
– Otherwise, the vacuum cleaner may fall and could cause an injury or
severe product damage.
• Do not charge the product near a window, heater, toilet, bathroom, etc.
• After using the vacuum cleaner, you should store it in the charging stand
or lay it safely on the oor.
– Otherwise, the product may fall and could cause an injury or severe
product damage.
• Do not store the vacuum cleaner by leaning it against a wall or table.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner for other than its intended purpose. (Do
not allow children to ride on or play with the product.)
– An injury or product damage may occur.
• Before plugging in or unplugging the charging stand, turn off the vacuum
and make sure that the pins of the power plug do not come into contact
with your hands.
– Otherwise, re or electric shock may occur.
English
10
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 10 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:50

PREPARATION
• Do not step heavily on the upper part of the wet brush while using it.
– Otherwise, product damage or oor damage may occur.
• When using the vacuum cleaner, be careful not to hurt yourself on the
moving or spinning parts.
– Be careful not to suction body parts into a brush of the vacuum cleaner
(Hair, etc.).
• When cleaning the wall or ceiling, use both hands.
• Use both hands to clean with the vacuum. If you clean with one hand, you
can damage your wrist or drop the vacuum and cause an injury or damage
the vacuum.
• When assembling the vacuum, be careful not to catch your ngers or
hands in the movement fold of the handle.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner on objects that can be easily scratched
(monitors, stainless steel appliances, etc.).
• Do not store the vacuum cleaner inside a car.
• Do not use water to clean the vacuum cleaner when in use.
• Use the vacuum cleaner in dry places only.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in wet places or on water.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up spilled beverages or pet waste.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in direct sunlight or high heat.
English
11
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 11 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:50

PREPARATION
Maintenance
WARNING
• Before removing foreign matter inside the vacuum, turn off the vacuum
cleaner rst.
– If the vacuum is on while you are removing the foreign matter, you can
hurt yourself or damage the vacuum.
• When cleaning the exterior of the product, turn off the product rst
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.
• After unplugging the product, clean the charging stand.
• When cleaning the washable parts, do not use alkaline detergent, acid,
industrial detergent, air freshener, acetic acid, etc.
– Otherwise, product damage such as plastic breakage, deformation,
discoloration, printing deterioration, etc. may occur.
Washable Parts Dustbin, washable micro lter, ultra ne dust lter,
metal mesh grille lter, dry cloth
Acceptable
detergent Neutral Dish washing detergent
Prohibited
detergent
Alkaline Lox, mold cleaner, etc.
Acid Parafn oil, an emulsier, etc.
Industrial
cleaners NV-I, PB-I, Opti, alcohol, acetone, benzene, thinner, etc.
Air freshener Jet spray air fresheners (coffee avor, herb, etc.)
Oils Animal oils, vegetable oils
Etc. Edible acetic acid, vinegar, glacial acetic acid, etc.
CAUTION
• Do not push the vacuum cleaner while it is stored in the charging stand.
– Personal injury, oor and product damage may occur.
English
12
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 12 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:51

INSTALLATION
Name of the parts
INSTALLATION
01 Pipe (Adjustable)
02 Dustbin
03 Metal mesh grille lter
04 Washable micro lter
05 Ultra ne dust lter
06 Dustbin release button
07 Display
08 Power( ) button
09 Suction power control button
10 Handle
11 Battery level indicator
12 Battery release button
13 Pipe release button
14 Pipe length adjustment button
15 Brush release button
16 Vacuum charging part
17 Accessory holder
18 Additional battery charging slot
19 Power cord
16
19
18
10
12
14
15
01
02
05
06
07
08
09
13
11
04
03
 Battery Spec
VS20R90**** Series : Lithium-ion 21.9 V, 2850 mAh, 6 cell
VS15R85**** Series : Lithium-ion 21.6 V, 1800 mAh, 6 cell
 Those two batteries are not compatible with each other.
17
English
13
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 13 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:52

INSTALLATION
Accessories
Accessories may differ depending on the models.
Pipe (Adjustable) Battery
User manual Screws: 2EA /
Screw anchors: 2EA/
Fixing hook: 1EA
Charging stand /
Screw: 1EA / Power cord
*Flexible Tool Combination Tool Extension Crevice Tool
*Brush holder *Soft Action Brush *Turbo Action Brush
*Mini Motorized Tool *Wet Brush /
Multi-use wet pad
*Single-use wet pad /
Attachable pad
* Optional
English
14
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 14 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:57

INSTALLATION
Installing the charging stand
Installation guide
2
3
4
1
'Click'
Assembling the charging stand
1 Assemble the stand pipe to the bottom
support, and x it with a screw (small).
– Make sure the direction for the assembly
is correct and push it in rmly so that the
screw hole is made correctly.
2 Assemble the vacuum charging part to the
top of the stand pipe.
– Do not disassemble it after the assembly.
3 Connect the power cord to the rear of the
charging stand.
– Hold the connection part of the cord and
push it onto the connection pins rmly
until the gray lines on the tip of the cord
are not visible.
– When inserting the cord into the groove
on the bottom of the bottom support,
charging stand can be installed close
against the wall.
4 Plug in the charging stand.
2
3
4
1
66cm60cm
Fixing by the hook
1 Using the xing hook as a template, mark
where the top and bottom screw holes will
be placed on the wall.
– Top: 66 cm from the oor
– Bottom: 60 cm from the oor
2 Drill the holes using a 6 mm drill bit, and
put the provided screw anchors into the
hole.
3 Fix the xing hook to the wall with the
provided screws (large).
4 Hook the groove of the charging stand into
the xing hook.
 Please refer to the QR code for detailed information on the installation and
charging method of the charging stand.
English
15
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 15 2020-05-25 오후 3:03:59

OPERATION
OPERATION
Using the vacuum cleaner
Using the charging stand
Charging
 Make sure the back of the battery is
correctly placed onto the vacuum charging
part.
 Check if the battery level indicator is
displayed while charging.
 The battery level indicator blinks while
charging. When charging is complete, the
blinking stops and the light level dims.
1
2
Release button
Storing the accessories
 When accessories are disassembled to be
stored, dust may fall from the suction part
of the vacuum cleaner.
 After cleaning, shorten the pipe length and
operate in MAX mode for 10 seconds.
Storing the wet brush
When the brush holder is assembled to the
charging stand, wet brush can also be stored
at the charging stand.
 Do not assemble the mini motorized tool
to the brush holder. Otherwise, the product
can be damaged.
 It the pad is wet and stored at the wet
brush, the wall near the wet pad can be
contaminated. After cleaning the pad, dry
the pad completely.
 When disassembling the brush holder, press
the 2 release buttons on the holder.
English
16
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 16 2020-05-25 오후 3:04:05

OPERATION
Charging the battery
 When the battery level indicator is at its lowest level and blinks( ) charge the battery.
 When charging the vacuum, make sure the connection part of the charging stand is correctly
connected.
 The vacuum cleaner cannot be used while it is charging.
CAUTION
• Before ejecting the battery, the product must be turned off. (If the battery is forcibly ejected
while the vacuum is operating, the vacuum can malfunction.)
• Be careful not to drop the battery. If you do, you can injure yourself or damage the battery.
Ejecting the battery
Press the battery release button at the rear of
the handle to eject the battery.
‘Click’
Re-inserting the battery
Push the battery to the end until you hear it
click.
Charging the additional battery
• Charge the additional battery at the
additional battery charging slot at the
bottom of the charging stand.
• Push the battery in rmly.
• Check if the battery level indicator is
displayed while charging.
English
17
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 17 2020-05-25 오후 3:04:06

OPERATION
Operating the vacuum cleaner
When the brush clings to the oors such as a carpet, a mat, bedding, etc. or does not spin
properly, change the suction power to ‘MIN’ or ‘MID’ mode.
Power ( ) on / off
When pressing the power button, the vacuum
cleaner starts operation in ‘MID’ mode.
• When the wet brush is assembled,
operation starts in ‘WET’ mode.
Controlling suction power
You can control the suction power of the
vacuum cleaner.
• + button: Increases suction power.
• - button: Decreases suction power.
 The suction power control button does not
work in WET mode.
01
04
02
03
05
Checking the display
01 Clogged: When the dustbin, pipe, or
suction part is clogged
02 Spinning brush stuck: When a foreign
matter is clogged at the spinning brush
 If the overheating prevention device of
the motor works, the spinning brush stuck
display will not turn on.
03 No Filter: When the washable micro lter
is not assembled correctly
04 Suction power: Displays current suction
power.
05 Wet brush cleaning mode: When the wet
brush is assembled
 If the display above 01, 02, or 03 blinks a
few times and the vacuum cleaner stops
operation, please take action by referring
to the maintenance part of this manual.
English
18
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 18 2020-05-25 오후 3:04:07

OPERATION
Using the accessories
If the vacuum operates with the spinning brush not working, check whether the brush gets
excessive force or clogged with a foreign matter. (Please refer to the troubleshooting part of
this manual.)
Adjusting the pipe length
Press the button at the rear of the pipe to
adjust the length of the pipe in 4 steps.
‘Click’
Soft Action Brush
Use to clean a oor (wood and linoleum).
‘Click’
Mini Motorized Tool
Use to clean bedding.
2
1
‘Click’
Combination Tool
Use to remove dust from curtains, furniture,
sofas, etc.
English
19
1_VS9000_EN_00821R-00_AP_A5.indd 19 2020-05-25 오후 3:04:09