Sauber SD-100 User manual

TECHNIC
STICK VACUUM
SD-100

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ABattery
BOn/Off Trigger
CDust Bin
DDust Bin Release Button
ERod Release Button
FRod
GPowerhead Release Button
HHard Floor Powerhead
IBoost Button and Charging Port
JBattery Release Button
SD-100 Technic Stick Vacuum
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sauber Technic stick vacuum cleaner. There
are many useful features built into your cleaner. We recommend that you carefully read this
instruction manual for the best results.
Accessories:
KMulti-tasker Powerhead
LDusting Brush
MCrevice Tool
NMini Motorised Pets Brush
OCharger
PWall Mount Shelf (screws are included)
Specifications:
Voltage: 21.6V DC
Power: 300W
Dust Capacity: 400ml
Battery: 2500mAh Lithium Ion
Runtime: Up to 25 minutes (on lower mode)
Net Weight: 3.3Kg
Features
Please contact Sauber Customer Service Australia on 1800 728 237 or New Zealand
on 0800 282 288 to find your local spare parts provider.

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Before You Begin
This cleaner must be operated in accordance with these instructions and used only for domestic
household cleaning to remove DRY dirt and dust from household carpets, flooring, walls and fabrics.
This cleaner is not fit to be used as an industrial cleaner and will void the manufacturer’s warranty if
used inappropriately.
Please read these instructions thoroughly
This will ensure you obtain full benefit from your new cleaner. Keep this Instruction Manual in a handy
place for future reference.
Important
Always switch off the appliance before cleaning, when not in use, attempting any maintenance task,
fitting or removing accessories. The charger must only be connected to an AC power supply at the
voltage shown on the rating label. This cleaner should only be charged with the charger provided. This
cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described in these instructions.
Precautionary measures:
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters, radiators or other
hot surfaces.
2. Before inserting the plug into the wall, make sure your hands are dry.
3. Before turning on the vacuum cleaner, safely remove any large objects from the
floor or cleaning surface in order to prevent damage to the filter.
4. When removing the plug from the power socket, do not use the power cable, gently
pull the plug from the power socket.
5. Do not use this vacuum cleaner to pick up water or liquids.

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Before You Begin
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic
precautions should always be observed, including
the following;
1. 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.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
3. To prevent electrical shock, do not immerse
the appliance, battery or power plug into
water or other liquids.
4. To prevent electrical shock, do not use the
vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces.
5. Always check the power cord before use, the
power cord and the plug should be in a good
condition and must not be damaged. If the
power supply cord is damaged or defective,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
6. The appliance and charging base are
intended for domestic indoor use only.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the power cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the power
cord. Use only Australian and New Zealand
electrical safety approved extension cords.
8. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the
power cable, use the power cable as a handle
or pull the power cable around sharp edges
or corners. Avoid running the appliance over
the power cable.
9. Do not handle or operate the appliance
with wet hands and follow electrical safety
precautions at all times.
10. Extreme caution should be exercised when
using the appliance on stairs.
11. Do not attempt to change the attachments
while the appliance is switched on. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended accessories.
12. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close
to heaters, radiators and other hot surfaces.
13. Do not use the appliance to pick up
flammable items or combustible liquids (i.e.
gasoline, hot ashes, cigarettes, matches,
explosive materials or anything burning) or
use in areas where such substances and
items may be present.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up toxic
materials (i.e. chlorine bleach, ammonia).
15. Never operate or use the appliance without
the filters in place.
16. Before vacuuming, remove any large or sharp
objects from the floor or cleaning surface in
order to prevent damage to the filter.
17. If the air inlet or floor head is blocked, switch
off the cleaner straight away. First, clear the
blocked object before attempting to start the
vacuum cleaner again.
IMPORTANT! Always switch off the cleaner and remove the power plug from the
electricity power supply before cleaning your appliance, when not in use or attempting
any maintenance task. The cleaner must only be connected to an AC power supply at
the voltage shown on the rating label. This cleaner should only be used for its intended
purpose as described in this instruction manual. Never operate the vacuum cleaner
without filters.

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18. Before carrying out any maintenance service
or cleaning the filters, always switch off the
vacuum cleaner.
19. Keep openings away from your face and body.
20. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged
or broken. If connection cables are damaged,
have them replaced immediately.
21. Never clean the vacuum cleaner or any of
the electrical parts, especially the electrical
connections with water or liquid cleaners.
22. Never attempt to make any modifications
electrically to the vacuum cleaner or charging
base.
23. Always store the appliance and charger indoor
in a cool and dry place.
24. Do not pick up water, for dry household use
only.
25. Use the electric power head only for vacuuming
dust and dry substances in the home.
26. Never run over the power cable with the power
head as this may cause damage to the power
cable.
27. Never touch the roller brush while the vacuum
cleaner is switched on.
28. To prevent unnecessary wear on the power
head, keep it moving while in operation.
29. Damage caused by improper use or by not
observing the instructions in this manual
will void the warranty.
Battery use and care
1. The appliance is only to be used with the
charger uniquely provided with the appliance.
2. Only charge the battery inside the product and
only use the specifically designated charger to
charge the product.
3. When appliance is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the appliance terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
comes in contact with eyes, seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not charge or store the appliance outdoors
or inside the car. Only charge or store the
battery in a dry indoor area where the
temperature is more than 5˚C but less than
45˚C. The charger is for indoor use only.
6. Never attempt to open the battery for any
reason. If the plastic housing of the battery
casing breaks or cracks, immediately
discontinue use and do not recharge.
7. The charger is not a serviceable part.
8. Before disposal of your battery, fully discharge
your battery by running the product until it
stops.
9. The cleaner contains a Li-Ion battery. Do
not dispose of the appliance with your local
garbage. Contact your local council for
instructions on how to safely dispose of the
battery.
10. Do not use the charger to charge a
non-chargeable battery.

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Assembly
1. Insert the Powerhead into the rod. You will hear a “click” sound
when it is securely in place.
1. To install the rod, insert the plug end into the air inlet of the cleaner.
Once it is securely in place, you will hear a “click” sound.
1. When inserting accessories into the cleaner, you will hear a “click”
sound when each accessory is securely in place. To disassemble,
press the rod release button then pull the accessory out from the
air inlet.
WARNING! Switch Off the machine before fitting the machine rod and motorised head.
Before You Begin & Assembly
Connecting the Powerhead
Connecting the rod to the unit
Connecting accessories to the unit

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1. To confirm the punching position, hold the Wall Mount Shelf firmly and
use the screw holes to guide positioning. It is recommended to lift the
Wall Mount Shelf 130cm off the ground.
2. Use a hole drill (user-supplied) with a drill bit of 5mm to make holes at the
confirmed hole positions.
3. Insert the expansion pin into the holes, move the wall mount to the
corresponding position, then use a Phillips head screwdriver to tighten
the screws in the wall mount holes.
4. Adjust the wall mount to ensure it remains vertical, then tighten the
screws to complete the installation of the wall mount.
5. Insert the DC plug of the power adapter into the charging port on the top
of the battery.
Install wall mount

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1. Press On/Off trigger to start the machine.
2. While the vacuum is turned on, press the Boost button to select the
cleaning mode.
Attention:
It is recommended to charge your product after each use to
maintain maximum performance.
1. Connect the power adapter to a household power supply, and
insert the DC plug into the machine charging port.
2. Battery capacity indicator.
Blue light: fully charged.
Blue light flashing: charging. Light turns green for one minute after
fully charged.
Orange light flashing: out of power, need to charge.
Switch On/Off
Charging the machine
Instructions For Use
Assembly & Instructions For Use

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Multi-tasker Powerhead
Ideal for daily cleaning on carpets.
Dusting Brush
Soft bristles help remove dust without
scratching surfaces.
Crevice Tool
For crevices, corners and hard to reach
areas.
Hard Floor Powerhead
Ideal for daily cleaning on hard floors.
Accessories
Safety Precautions:
1. Keep hair, hands
and feet away from
rotating brush while
the motorised brush is
running.
2. Do not run the
motorised brush over
electric cables or string.
3. Do not use the
motorised brush on
pets.
4. If children are present,
make sure to turn the
vacuum off when leaving
the motorised brush unit
unattended.
5. Do not attempt to
service or unclog the
motorised brush while
the vacuum is running.
6. The motorised brush
will operate when it
is connected to the
vacuum cleaner.

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Accessories
Mini Motorised Pets Brush
Makes light work of removing pet hair from your furniture, car
and upholstery.
Safety Precautions:
1. Keep hair, hands and feet away from rotating brush while the
motorised brush is running.
2. Do not run the motorised brush over electric cables or string.
3. Do not use the motorised brush on pets.
4. If children are present, make sure to turn the vacuum off when
leaving the motorised brush unit unattended.
5. Do not attempt to service or unclog the motorised brush while
the vacuum is running.
6. The motorised brush will operate when it is connected to the
vacuum cleaner.

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1. Click the Dust Bin Release button and remove the entire dust bin.
2. Firmly hold the filter handle and pull the filter out of the Dust Bin to
empty. Wash the Dust Bin if necessary under a tap, then wipe it dry
completely before use.
Empty the Dust Bin
Maintenance

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Maintenance
1. Hold the filter bin handle to rotate counter-clockwise. Tap the dirt
from the HEPA filter.
2. Refit the HEPA filter into the filter housing and slide them both back
into the Dust Bin, then reassemble into the main unit.
Note: It is recommended to replace the HEPA filter every 6
months or when it becomes visibly dirty.
Clean filters

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1. The Multi-tasker Powerhead can be cleaned by pressing the brush roll
release button and pulling out the roller brush shaft at the side.
1. The Hard Floor Powerhead can be cleaned by pressing the brush roll
release button and pulling out the roller brush shaft at the side.
2. To remove hair caught on the brush, carefully run a cutting cleaning
tool down the groove to cut the hair and pull it off, then re-insert the
brush into the powerhead.
2. To remove hair caught on the brush, carefully run a cutting cleaning
tool down the groove to cut the hair and pull it off, then re-insert the
brush into the powerhead.
Clean Multi-tasker Powerhead
Clean Hard Floor Powerhead
Warning: Please switch Off the machine, disconnect the motorised brush from the machine
before cleaning the cleaning head
Warning: Please switch Off the machine, disconnect the motorised brush from the machine
before cleaning the cleaning head

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Maintenance
1. Lift the floor brush side cover slightly and rotate it anticlockwise.
2. Pull the soft fleece roller out of the brush body (note: some dust will
come out when it is pulled out). Remove any tangled hair or debris
from the soft pile drum, dust off and reassemble.
Clean Mini Motorised Pets Brush
Warning: Please switch Off the machine, disconnect the motorised brush from the
machine before cleaning the cleaning head

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Troubleshooting
Problems and Solutions
If you come across a problem, please use the checklist of troubleshooting tips before ringing
Sauber Customer Service Australia on 1800 728 237 or New Zealand on 0800 282 288.
Fault Cause Solution
Cleaner doesn’t start Flat battery Charge the vacuum cleaner
Reduced suction The dust bin is full of dust Empty the dust bin
Filter is blocked Clean or replace the filter
The air way is blocked Clear the air way
The charging indicator light
fails to turn red during charging
(“red” indicates the status of
charging)
The cleaner is not fully inserted
to the charger
Remove the cleaner from the
charger and reinsert the cleaner to
the charger again
The charger is not connected
to mains power
Connect the charger to the mains
power
Insufficient application time
after charging
Insufficient charging time Fully charge the battery according
to the instruction described in the
charging section
Normal discharge reduction
in battery
Purchase a new battery
Light flashes from red to green
intermittently
Battery is not inserted/clicked
into the machine properly
Check to make sure the battery
has clicked into the machine. Take
the battery out and reinsert into
the machine until you hear it click
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Troubleshooting & Spare Parts
Spare Parts
Part Part Number
HEPA Filter 32201814
Battery 33201975
Dust Bin 33156910
Agitator 33788179
Hard Floors Powerhead 31155628
Multi-tasker Powerhead 31155629
Mini Motorised Pets Brush 31155635
Charger Adaptor 33201976

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Notes

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V3 05/2021
2 Years Warranty
TECHNIC STICK VACUUM
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Your cleaner, in the case of domestic use, has a two
years parts and labour warranty against product defects
and failures when the product is used in accordance with
the terms and conditions of this warranty statement.
This warranty commences from the original date of
purchase and is not transferable; please retain your
original proof of purchase for any warranty claims. This
warranty is valid only in the country where the cleaner is
purchased.
The cleaner must be operated in accordance with these
instructions and used only for domestic household
cleaning to remove DRY dirt and dust from household
carpets, flooring and fabrics. This cleaner is not fit to be
used as an industrial cleaner, and is not designed for the
collection of vitreous building material including particle
board, construction products and similar products
such as wood/fibres, cement, fillers, fibre glass etc or
excessive or frequent sand. The infrequent pick-up of
these materials in these circumstances may be harmful to
your cleaner and may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Accessories and consumables including filters, unless
defective in manufacture, are not subject to this
warranty. In order to prolong the life of accessories
and consumables, regular care and maintenance is
recommended.
When properly used and cared for, your cleaner will
render excellent service; refer to the instruction manual
for further details, as misuse or failure to follow the
instructions makes this warranty void.
In the event of service or advice being needed, please
contact Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited, Brandon
Office Park, Building 3, First Floor, 530-540 Springvale
Road, Glen Waverley, Victoria 3150, or on 1800 728 237
(AUS) or 0800 282 288 (NZ), Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
EST. The decision to repair or replace the cleaner is at
the sole discretion of Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited.
If Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited decide to repair or
replace the cleaner, it will do so at its own cost.
Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited is unable to accept
responsibility under this warranty for any repair work not
carried out by an authorised Service Agent or from the
use of non-genuine parts. If any part is no longer available
or manufactured, Electrical Home-Aids Pty. Limited will
replace it with a genuine functional replacement part.
This warranty does not apply to the cost of replacing
any parts of the product due to normal wear and tear,
alterations, improper installation, physical abuse, misuse
or accidental damage. Any transportation costs involved
in the repair of defective parts shall be borne by the
claimant.
If proof of purchase cannot be provided at the time of a
warranty claim or service, any work carried out on the
cleaner is chargeable.
The repair of the cleaner under this warranty does not
extend the original period of warranty.
The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to
all other rights and remedies in respect of the product as
outlined under the Competition and Consumer Act and
other State and Territory laws.
“Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded in the Australian Consumer Law. You are
entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.”