Silvercrest 321850 1901 User manual

RECHARGEABLE HAND-HELD & UPRIGHT
VACUUM CLEANER SHSS 16 A1
AKKU-HAND- UND
BODENSTAUBSAUGER
Bedienungsanleitung
RECHARGEABLE HAND-HELD &
UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
Operating instructions
EΠΑΝΑΦΟΡΤΙΖΟΜΕΝΗ ΣΚΟΎΠΑ
ΚΑΙ ΣΚΟΎΠΑΚΙ ΧΕΙΡΟΣ
Οδηүίες χρήσης
IAN 321850_1901

GB/IE/NI/CY Operating instructions Page 1
GR/CY Οδηүίες χρήσης Σελίδα 13
DE/AT/CH Bedienungsanleitung Seite 25
Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of
the device.
Πριν ξεκινήσετε την ανάγνωση, ανοίξτε τη σελίδα με τις εικόνες και εξοικειωθείτε με όλες τις λειτουργίες
της συσκευής.
Klappen Sie vor dem Lesen die Seite mit den Abbildungen aus und machen Sie sich anschließend mit allen
Funktionen des Gerätes vertraut.

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Contents
Introduction............................................................ 2
Intended use ........................................................... 2
Package contents ....................................................... 2
Appliance description.................................................... 2
Technical data .......................................................... 3
Safety instructions ...................................................... 3
Before first use ......................................................... 6
Charging the appliance .................................................. 6
Assembly/disassembly .................................................. 6
Connecting the hand element to the handle/removal from handle ..............................6
Operation ............................................................. 7
Using the hand element with the handle ..................................................7
Using the hand element ...............................................................7
Cleaning and maintenance ............................................... 7
Emptying the dirt container and cleaning the filter...........................................8
Cleaning the appliance ...............................................................8
Cleaning the rotary brush..............................................................8
Storage ............................................................... 9
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 9
Disposal..............................................................10
Disposal of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty ....................................10
Service ...........................................................................12
Importer ..........................................................................12
Ordering spare parts ...................................................12

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
appliance.
You have selected a high-quality product.
The operating instructions are part of this product.
They contain important information about safety,
usage and disposal. Before using the product,
please familiarise yourself with all operating and
safety instructions. Use the product only as
described and for the range of applications
specified. Please also pass these operating
instructions on to any future owner.
Intended use
This appliance has been designed exclusively for
vacuum cleaning dry surfaces and dry residues.
This appliance is intended solely for use in private
households. The appliance must not be used to
vacuum people or animals. Any other usage or
modification of the appliance is deemed to be
improper and carries a significant risk of accidents.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages
that result from improper use of the appliance or
are caused by the incorrect operation of it. The
appliance is not intended for commercial use.
Package contents
▯ Rechargeable Hand-Held & Upright
Vacuum Cleaner
▯ Brush attachment
▯ Upholstery nozzle
▯ Crevice tool
▯ Extension handle with floor nozzle
▯ Cradle (with charging socket)
▯ Knife
▯ Charger
▯ Operating instructions
Check the package contents for completeness
directly after unpacking.
Appliance description
Figure A:
1Grip, hand element
2On/Off switch
3Charge indicator lamp
4Hand element
5Release button (dirt container)
6HEPA filter
7Coarse filter
8Dirt container
Figure B:
9On/Off switch
0ECO button
qGrip
wRelease button (grip)
eRelease buttons (hand element)
rHand element recess
tRotary brush
z LED light
Figure C:
uBrush attachment
iCrevice tool
oUpholstery nozzle
pCharger
aCharger barrel plug
sAccessories holder
dAccessories holder
fCharging socket (bottom)
gCradle (with charging socket)
hKnife

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Technical data
Charger
Input: 100–240 V ∼ (AC), 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A max.
Output: 18 V (DC), 500 mA
Type identification: SHSS 16 A1--2
Protection type: II / (double insulation)
Polarity:
Energy efficiency class:
Floor nozzle
Rated output: 5 W
Protection type: III / (low voltage)
Polarity:
Hand element
Input: 18 V 500 mA
Rated output: 90W
Protection type: III /
Polarity:
Batteries
14.4 V 2200mAh
(4 x 3.6 V lithium ion battery)
Operating time with full battery charge
(depending on floor covering):
Level 1, normal mode: approx. 22 min.
Level 2, ECO mode: approx. 28 Min.
Charging time with empty battery: 5–6 hours
Safety instructions
DANGER! ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► Do not charge or use the appliance outdoors.
► Never use the handheld vacuum cleaner if the cable, plug or casing
are damaged.
► To avoid risks, arrange for damaged power cables and/or plugs to
be replaced as soon as possible by a qualified specialist or by our
Customer Services.
► Have all repairs carried out by a specialist workshop. Under no
circumstances should you open the appliance yourself. Repairs that
are not carried out by a specialist workshop could lead to physical
injuries.
► Before charging the appliance, make sure that the mains voltage
corresponds to the voltage indicated in the technical data for the
mains adapter/appliance.
► Never touch the mains adapter/charger or the appliance with wet
or damp hands.
► Do not use the mains adapter/charger with an extension cable;
connect the mains adapter directly to a power socket.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Do not change any accessories while the appliance is switched on.
► Do not use the handheld vacuum cleaner for vacuuming up water
or other liquids.
► Do not use the handheld vacuum for vacuuming up sharp objects or
glass shards.
► Never vacuum up burning matches, glowing ashes or cigarette
butts.
► Do not use the handheld vacuum for vacuuming up chemical
products, stone dust, gypsum, cement or similar particles.
► This appliance is not suitable for use with inflammable and
explosive substances or chemical and aggressive liquids.
► Always store the appliance indoors. To prevent accidents, keep the
appliance in a dry location when not in use.
► Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery cells may occur. In
the event that battery fluid comes into contact with skin or eyes, the
affected area must be rinsed off with water immediately. Contact a
physician.
► This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and above
and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they are under
supervision or have been told how to use the appliance safely and
are aware of the potential risks. Do not allow children to use the
appliance as a toy. Cleaning and user maintenance tasks must not
be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
► Be careful when opening and closing the knife and when using it.
The blade is very sharp!
► Keep the knife out of the reach of children.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Never use the knife if the blade is damaged.
► Always fold the blade back into the housing after use.
► Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
► The mains adapter must not be used for other purposes.
► Always grip the power plug to disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
► Always be sure to keep the hand vacuum away from heating
elements, ovens or other heated appliances and surfaces.
► Always make certain that the ventilation slits are not obstructed.
Ablocked ventilation circuit can result in overheating and damage
to the appliance.
► Take special care when using the hand vacuum on stairs.
Risk of falling!
► This product contains rechargeable batteries. Do not throw the
appliance into a fire and do not subject it to high temperatures.
There is a risk of an explosion!
► Always remove the hand element from the handle before cleaning
the rotary brush to avoid accidental starting of the rotary brush.
ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner without the
HEPA filter inserted.
► Do not use the mains adapter for a different product and do not
attempt to charge this device with a different charging station.
Use only the charging station supplied with this device.
► Never charge non-rechargeable batteries!
The mains adapter is for indoor use only.

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Before first use
■ Remove all packaging materials and protective
stickers from the appliance, especially the
protective sticker on the contacts on the back of
the hand element 4.
■ Place the cradle gonto the stand so that the
cradle gclicks into place.
NOTE
► This appliance is supplied with non-charged
batteries. The batteries must be charged for
5–6 hours before using the appliance for
the first time.
Charging the appliance
NOTE
► Ensure that the appliance is switched off
before starting to charge the batteries.
■ To charge the appliance, connect the charger p
to a mains socket. Plug the barrel plug ainto
the charging socket fon the underside of the
cradle g. Feed the cable through the recess on
the rear of the cradle gso that the cradle gis
not resting on the cable.
■ Place the handle with the attached hand
element 4onto the cradle g.The charge
indicator lamp 3lights up red. When the
appliance is fully charged, the indicator light 3
lights up green.
■ Do not recharge the batteries until the suction
power of the appliance has become noticeably
weaker.
NOTE
► When the batteries are weak, the charge
indicator lamp 3starts flashing green.
When this happens, the appliance can be
operated for another 3 to 5 minutes.
► Once the batteries are completely
discharged, the charge indicator lamp 3
flashes red five times and the appliance
switches off.
Assembly/disassembly
Connecting the hand element to the
handle/removal from handle
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
■ To connect the hand element 4to the handle,
push the tip of the hand element 4into the
opening in the hand element recess r.
■ Then press the grip 1of the hand element 4
into the handle so that the hand element 4
clicks firmly into position (Fig.1).
■ To remove the hand element 4from the handle,
press the release buttons e.
■ Then pull the hand element 4upwards and
forwards out of the hand element recess r
(Fig. 2).

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Operation
ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► The suction opening must always be open
and may not be blocked. Blockages lead to
overheating and damage to the motor.
► Do not vacuum shag pile carpet with the floor
nozzle. The rotary brush tcan get caught in
the carpet and block!
NOTE
► Make sure that the HEPA filter 6and the
coarse filter 7are always inserted before
using the appliance.
► As soon as the suction power of the appliance
begins to diminish noticeably and the charge
indicator lamp 3flashes green, connect the
appliance to the charger p.
Using the hand element with the
handle
1) Insert the hand element 4into the hand
element recess ras described in the chapter
"Assembly/disassembly".
2) Fold out the grip qon the handle by pressing
the release button wand, at the same time,
pulling the grip qupwards.
3) Switch on the appliance using the On/Off
switch 9. The charge indicator lamp 3
lights up green, the LED light zon the floor
nozzle lights up and the rotary brush tstarts
turning.
NOTE
► Press the ECO button 0to switch to the
energy-saving ECO mode. The appliance
now uses a lower suction power but can run
for longer.
Press the ECO button 0again to work at full
suction power.
4) Guide the floor nozzle over the area to be
vacuumed. Hold the grip qso that the floor
nozzle moves smoothly over the floor.
5) Press the On/Off switch 9when you have
finished vacuuming. The rotary brush tstops,
the charge indicator lamp 3and the LED
light zgo out.
Using the hand element
1) Remove the hand element 4from the hand
element recess ras described in the chapter
"Assembly/disassembly".
2) If required, you can attach the crevice tool i,
the brush attachment uor the upholstery
nozzle o.
3) Press the On/Off switch 2on the hand
element 4to start vacuuming the desired
areas. The charge indicator lamp 3lights
up during operation.
4) When you are finished vacuuming, press the
On/Off switch 2again. The charge
indicator lamp 3goes out.
Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Always unplug the charger pfrom the
mains. Pull the barrel plug aout of the
charging socket fon the cradle gbefore
cleaning the cradle g.
► Always remove the hand element 4from the
hand element recess ron the handle before
cleaning
-- the hand element 4,
-- the handle or
-- the rotary brush t.
ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning
materials. These can damage the surface of
the appliance!
NOTE
► The LED light zis maintenance-free.
The LEDs cannot be changed!