Silvercrest SHSS 12 B2 User manual

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RECHARGEABLE HAND-HELD AND UPRIGHT VACUUM
CLEANER SHSS 12 B2
RECHARGEABLE HAND-HELD AND
UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
Operating instructions
AKKU-HAND- UND
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Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Appliance description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Emptying the dirt container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cleaning the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cleaning the rotary brush. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warranty and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal of (rechargeable) batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Importer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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RECHARGEABLE HAND-HELD
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CLEANER SHSS 12 B2
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 on safety, usage
and disposal. Before using the product, familiarise
yourself with all handling and safety guidelines.
Use the product only as described and for the range
of applications specified. Please also pass these
operating instructions on to any future owner(s).
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
homes. Do not vacuum people or animals with this
appliance. Any other usage of or modification to
the appliance is deemed to be improper usage
and carries the risk of serious personal injury. 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
Handheld vacuum cleaner
Brush nozzle
Crevice tool
Extension handle with floor nozzle
Cradle (with charging socket)
Charger
Operating instructions
Check the delivery contents for completeness
immediately after unpacking.
Appliance description
Figure A:
1Grip, hand element
2On/Off switch
3 Charge indicator lamp
4Hand element
5Buttons
6Dust filter
7Coarse filter
8Dirt container
Figure B:
9 On/Off switch
0Grip
q"Grip" release
w"Hand element" release
eHand element recess
rRotary brush
tLED lamp
Figure C:
zBrush nozzle
uCrevice tool
iCharger
oCharger barrel jack
pHolder for brush nozzle
aHolder for crevice tool
sCharging socket
dCradle (with charging socket)
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Technical data
Charger
Input: 100–240 V ~50/60 Hz 300 mA Max.
Output: 13.5 V 500 mA
Type designation: SHSS 12 B2-2
Protection class: II /
Floor nozzle
Nominal power: 5 W
Protection class: III /
Input voltage: 10.8 V 1800 mAh
Appliance
Input voltage/current: 13.5 V 500 mA
Nominal power: 75 W
Protection class: III /
Batteries: 10.8 V/1800 mAh Li-ion battery
Battery Pack: 3 cells each of 3.6 V
Operating time with full battery charge
(depending on floor covering): approx. 15 min.
Charging time with empty battery: 5–6 hours
Safety guidelines
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.
► Arrange for repairs to be carried out only by specialist workshops. 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 charger.
► 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 cleaner for vacuuming up sharp objects
or glass shards.
► Never vacuum up burning matches, glowing ashes or cigarette butts.
► Do not use the handheld vacuum cleaner 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 appli-
ance 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 ex-
perience 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. Children must not use the appliance as a plaything. Cleaning and
user maintenance tasks may not be carried out by children unless they are
supervised.
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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
► The mains adapter may 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 handheld vacuum cleaner 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 handheld vacuum cleaner on stairs.
► 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
explosion!
► Always remove the floor nozzle from the handle before cleaning the rotary
brush to avoid accidental starting of the rotary brush.
ATTENTION! MATERIAL DAMAGE!
► Do not use the handheld vacuum cleaner without the dust filter inserted.
► Do not use the mains adapter for a different product and do not attempt
to charge this appliance with a different charger. Use only the charger
supplied with this appliance.
► Never charge non-rechargeable batteries!
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Before first use
NOTE
► This appliance is supplied with non-charged
batteries. The batteries must be charged for
6 hours before the first use.
■ Remove all packaging materials as well as foils
and stickers
Charging the appliance
NOTE
► Ensure that the appliance is switched off
before starting to charge the batteries.
■ To charge the appliance, connect the charger i
to a mains socket and insert the barrel jack o
into the charging socket son the cradle d.
Feed the cable through the cable channel on the
charging socket s, so that the cradle dis not
resting on the cable.
■ Place the handle with the attached hand element
4onto the cradle d.
The red control lamp 3illuminates.
When the appliance is fully charged, the indicator
light 3illuminates green.
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 e.
■ 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 "Hand element" release w.
■ Then pull the hand element 4upwards and
forwards out of the hand element recess e
(Fig. 2).
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Operation
ATTENTION! MATERIAL DAMAGE!
► The suction opening must always be open and
unblocked. Blockages lead to overheating and
damage to the motor.
► Do not vacuum shag pile carpet with the floor
nozzle. The rotary brush rcan get caught in
the carpet and block!
NOTE
► Make certain that the dust 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, connect the
appliance to the charger i.
Using the hand element with the
handle
1) Insert the hand element 4into the hand
element recess eas described in the chapter
"Assembly/disassembly".
2) Fold out the grip 0by pressing the "Grip"
release qand at the same time pulling the
grip 0upwards.
3) Switch on the appliance using the on/off
switch 9. The LED lamp ton the floor nozzle
will illuminate and the rotary brush rstarts
turning.
4) Guide the floor nozzle over the area to be
vacuumed. Hold the grip 0so that the floor
nozzle moves smoothly over the floor.
5) Press the on/off switch 9when you have
finished vacuuming. The rotary brush rstops
and the LED lamp tgoes out.
Using the hand element
1) Remove the hand element 4from the hand
element recess eas described in the chapter
"Assembly/disassembly".
2) If required, attach the crevice tool uor the
brush nozzle z.
3) Set the on/off switch 2to start vacuuming the
desired areas.
4) When you have finished vacuuming, press the
on/off switch 2again.
Cleaning and care
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Always disconnect the charger i from the
mains socket and remove the barrel jack o
from the charging socket son the cradle d
before cleaning the cradle d.
► Always remove the hand element 4from the
hand element recess eon the handle before
cleaning the hand element 4, the handle or
the rotary brush r.
To achieve the best results, empty the dirt container
8and clean the dust filter 6after every use.
ATTENTION! MATERIAL DAMAGE!
► Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning
materials. These could damage the surface
of the appliance!
NOTE
► The LED lamp tis maintenance-free.
The LEDs cannot be changed.
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