Swiss SVAC FM18V User manual

Two-in-one vacuum cleaner
User manual
Model: SVAC FM18V
*Please carefully read the user manual and all safety notices before
using the product (especially page 3 and 4)
Please keep the user manual for you to refer to in the future.

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Table of content
Page
Model Number and product picture
1
Guarantee conditions –VERY IMPORTANT
3
Product return policy
3
Safety notice
5
Product components & features
6
Operating instructions
7 / 8 / 9
Maintenance guidelines
10

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VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
FOR GUARANTEE PURPOSES:
THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO REMEMBER:
NEVER EVER USE THIS VACUUM CLEANER ON THE FOLLOWING SUBSTANCES.
It will damage your motor and your guarantee will fall away!
A. NO ASH (hot or cold)
B. NO CEMENT POWDER
C. NO TALCUM POWDER (eg. Baby powder)
D. NO LIQUIDS
IN ORDER FOR THE SUPPLIER TO ACCEPT THE PRODUCT FOR A GUARANTEE CLAIM:
All parts need to be returned to the supplier, together with the vacuum cleaner, IN IT’S ORIGINAL
BOX –WITH THE FILTER IN PLACE. If there is no filter, the guarantee is not valid.
FILTERS
Filters are to be kept clean at all times and changed regularly. If not, dust will enter the motor and your
machine will be damaged and your guarantee will become invalid.
(see instructions below for washing the filter - remember to dry the filter properly before re-using, as water
will damage the motor)
This is not a wet and dry cleaner and is not covered by the warranty in the event of water damage.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY!!!!!
If experiencing lower suction power :
CHECK:
1. The canister is full : Empty out the dust regularly to ensure optimum suction power.
2. Turbo brush blockage : Check for any blockages and most important, PETS OR HUMAN HAIR may be
blocking or slowing the brush action. Remove any hair or small objects from the brushes and or hose/tubes.
The machine may only be used again once all obstacles or blockages are removed.

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Guarantee and return conditions:
(Please adhere to these strict instructions to avoid your guarantee
being rejected) :
Swiss Appliances warrants to the original purchaser of this product, i.e. “the customer”, that this
product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal, domestic
household use and purpose, may manifest within a period of 1 year from date of purchase.
Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective or does not work for the
intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom the customer bought the
product within the warranty period.
Any claims in terms of this warranty must be supported by a proof of purchase. If proof of
purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service charges will be payable by the customer to the
supplier. The faulty product must be returned to the supplier in order to exercise the warranty.
The supplier will replace or refund only in the event that the unit cannot be repaired. (Cracked or
broken body or components cannot be regarded as factory defects and a quotation will be issued to
repair or replace same.
NB - All parts, along with the unit and proof of purchase, needs to be returned to the place of
purchase in its original packaging.
All the filters need to be in place at the time of returning the unit. Ensure filters are kept clean and
replaced regularly to ensure smooth running and optimum vacuum power. Running the unit without
filters in place will result in damage to the motor of the vacuum cleaner, which if found to be the
case, will fall outside of the limited warranty.
PLEASE NOTE:
FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY!!!

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Safety notice :
Important safety items –Please read this user manual and safety
notices carefully. Please keep the user manual for you to refer to in
the future.
1. To prevent electric shock, fire disaster, or personal injury, please read the user manual carefully. Keep
it in a safe place future reference.
2. The machine is only for household use and can only be used under regulated voltage and frequency.
(Please refer to the specification table)
3. Please do not immerse the machine, plug, power supply, and/or charger in water or other liquids - to
prevent electric shock.
4. Please do not use the machine in direct sunlight radiation.
5. For safety purposes, please turn off the machine when the machine is idle so as to prevent any
accidents.
6. The machine should be turned off and the plug should be disconnected when the user is away from the
machine so as to prevent any accidents.
7. The machine 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
concerning the use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety..
8. Please do not allow children to play with the machine.
9. If the machine is damaged or malfunctions, please stop using the machine immediately to prevent any
accidents or shock. Please contact the Supplier or take the machine to the designated repair centre
for a qualified technician to check and repair the machine. Please do not disassemble, check, or use
unqualified/other accessories in this machine.
10. If the power cable is damaged, it should be replaced by a qualified professional technician.
11. When cleaning or checking the machine, please turn it off and disconnect the plug.
12. When cleaning the machine, please use a dry rag to wipe the machine; please do not use a corrosive
detergent or solution, etc., to clean the machine. It is strictly prohibited to use water to wash the
machine.
13. When you are finished using the machine, please turn it off first, and then disconnect the plug.
Please do not use hands to pull the power cable.
14. When the machine is not being used for a long time, please turn off the machine and disconnect the
plug. Package the machine in such a manner to prevent dust from entering the machine, and then put
the machine in a dry place with good ventilation.
15. Please do not put any inflammable or explosive goods around the machine. Please keep the machine
away from any fire source or heat source.
16. Only the enclosed accessories can be used with this machine, do not use other components.
17. Please do not insert any object at the air inlet and please keep the air inlet clean. If there is any dust,
hairs or any dirt at the air inlet, the suction effect of the machine will be influenced.
18. Please do not forcibly bend the pipes or step on the machine.
19. Please do not use the machine to clean any objects near a fire or any of these objects eg.
sharp objects, cigarette butts, hot/cold ash, talcum powder or cement powder.

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Product components :
1 Handle power button
2 2-stage speed adjustment button
3 Body release button
4 Body power button
5 Dust collection tank release button
6 Dust collection tank
7 Filtering cotton
8 Brush release button
9 Electrical soft roller brush
10 Handle fixing screw
11 Power supply terminal slot (rear)
12 Bar-type charging base
13 Small suction head
14 Small suction head connection pipe
15 Small suction holder
16 Charging base
17 Body handle
Function features
Comfortable handle
Wireless charging design
Two-in-one bar/handheld design
18V 1500mAh Ni-Mh battery
Switch + high/low grade 2-stage speed adjustment
function
About 23-minute maximum high-speed usage time.
About 35-minute maximum low-speed usage time.
Double-color indicator(Red-charging / Green-charged)
Cyclone-type filtering system + dust collection tank
Electrical soft roller brush
Docking station for storage & charging

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Operating instructions:
Note:
When the air outlet is blocked, please immediately turn off the machine. It can be turned on again only
after the air outlet is cleaned and the turbo brush cleared of any blockages or hair.
Before using the machine, please remove all large or sharp objects off the floor which could damage the
filter screen.
Installing the vacuum cleaner
Use a screw driver to loosen and remove the handle.
Then connect the handle to the shaft and then tighten up
the screws.
To assemble the docking station, insert the bar-type back
panel into the charging base until you hear a click.
Storage of the crevice tool and suction head. Connect
the small suction head to the connection pipe, then fix
this into the docking station for future use.
Align the body with the turbo brush head and push
together until you hear a click.

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Charging:
Align the slot at the rear of the vacuum cleaner with the
back of the charging base plate, and then let it slide into
place.
Carefully insert plug into the wall socket, then, align the
terminal of the power supply with the slot at the rear of
the back plate. Insert the power outlet pin upwards.
Notices:
To fully charge the unit will require approximately 5 hours.
When the machine is in charge mode, the power indicator light on the body will turn red.
When the machine is fully charged, the indicator light will turn green, and will turn itself off
automatically after 10 minutes, which means the machine is now fully charged for you to use.
When the power indicator light flashes green, this means the battery power is lower than 50%.
The machine can be operated in high-speed mode for aprox 23 minutes after being fully charged.
The machine can be operated at low-speed for up to 35 minutes after being fully charged.
If the vacuum cleaner is not going to be used for periods longer than 5 days at any one time, it is
very advisable to switch off or remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
power
back plate
pin

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How to use your flat-mate cleaner:
After the machine is fully charged (the indicator light turns green), hold the rear handle of the
body and lift the cleaner off the charging station.
Press the power button on the handle to turn the cleaner on; the cleaner can be turned off by
pressing the power button again.
Press the high-speed adjustment if higher speed is needed
Use of the low-speed mode will enable longer cleaning time.
How to use the 2-in-1 HAND-VAC cleaner:
Press the body release button to loosen the hand-vac from the body; then hold the upper handle
and separate from its cavity.
Connect the small crevice tool to the connection pipe, and then insert it into the lower inlet of
the Hand-vac.
Adjust the direction of the suction head to ensure you don’t scratch any smooth surfaces,
wooden surfaces or glass surfaces.
Applicable areas : corners, gaps, tables, furniture, car seats, etc.

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Maintenance guide:
The dust collection tank and the filter should be frequently cleaned to make sure the suction
force of the cleaner is always at its optimum. Cleaning before each use will ensure optimum
vacuum power and less strain on the motor.
Please make sure the power switch is turned off and the power supply is unplugged from the
socket before cleaning the body.
The dust collection tank should be cleaned regularly.
After the filter is cleaned, it is necessary to completely dry the filter before reinstalling it on the
body so as to avoid DAMAGE to the motor and /or electrical shock.
This is not a wet and dry cleaner and is not covered by the warranty in the event of water
damage.
Steps
1. Press the body release button to loosen the handheld-type body.
Then, hold the upper part of the handheld body to take it out.
2. Press the dust collection tank release button to remove the dust collection tank.
3. Take out the cyclone-type filter and the filtering cotton.
4. Take out the filter cotton and separate. Use a brush to clean it; then, install the filter cotton back to
the machine after it is completely dried.
5. The cleaned dust collection tank, cyclone filter and the small suction are made out of plastic
and can be washed with water. Then replace it AFTER it is completely dry to prevent
Cyclone-type filter
Dust collection release button

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damage to the machine as well as electrical shock. DRY OVERNIGHT.
6. The filter cotton in the air inlet of the motor should be cleaned frequently. After removing
the cotton, you can wash the cotton with water and install the cotton back into the machine
after the cotton is completely dried.
Cleaning and maintenance of the electrical soft roller brush
If the brush is worn or stuck, it should be cleaned or replaced (with the same specification) to ensure the brush operates
correctly and to ensure safety. The rotation shaft of the roller brush tends to be obstructed often with cotton fibers, hair etc, so
the rotation shaft should be kept clean at all times to protect the motor and life of the unit.
To remove the Turbo brush for cleaning :
1. Press the brush release button to unclip the brush (see figure below), and use a flathead screwdriver to remove the
small cover at the left hand bottom side of the brush (as shown below); then use the screwdriver to remove the dust
and hairs, or use your fingers to pull the edge of the soft brush to remove the dust and hairs.
2. If there are matted cotton fibers or hairs, you can use a scissor to cut the matted cotton fibers or hairs, and clean the
rotation shaft thoroughly before inserting it back in place. Please re-install the turbo-brush by using the reverse
process.
3. The soft roller brush is a working part and depending on the hardness of surfaces cleaned, may require replacing
from time to time. This can be purchased from the retailer where this unit was acquired.
Motor filter
Brush release button

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Environmental protection
When the service life of the product ends, please do not discard the product together with other household waste. Please put the
product at the recycling station designated by the government. In this way, you can make a contribution to environmental
protection.
Important information
Our company and our manufacturer will not be responsible for the compensation due to any statement, promise, and guarantee even if we are notified
of which; besides, we will not undertake the responsibility of direct, non-direct, non-professional, special, accidental, indirect, representative, or any
other losses for customers or the third party who use or fail to use the product (including but not limited to body damage, property loss, company
profit loss, and company operation interruption). Under all circumstances, the responsibility undertaken by our company and our manufacturer will
not exceed the purchase price of the product.
For all enquiries or questions go to : www.swissappliances.co.za
Battery 18V Li-ion
Troubleshooting
Failure
Possible reason
Solved by….
The machine does not switch
on.
The battery requires charging.
Charge the batter. Ensure the power
supply is on and red indicator light is
showing charge.
The machine is automatically
turned off and the green or red
indicator blinks 3 times.
The rechargeable battery is
malfunctioning.
Charge the batter again; if the battery
cannot be charged, please take the
battery to the repair centre to check
and repair.
The machine is automatically
turned off and the green and
red indicator light blinks
alternatively 3 times.
The power supply is damaged and cannot
be charged.
The electrical roller brush is not
functioning or working smoothly.
Replace the power supply.
Clean the dust collection tank or clean
the rotation shaft(turbo brush)
The suction force of the
machine is low.
The dust collection tank is full.
The air inlet or the cyclone filter is
blocked.
The battery power is very low or
insufficient.
The filters need cleaning or replacing.
Clean the dust collection tank.
Clean the air inlet or the cyclone filter.
Recharge the machine.
Specification table
Model
SVAC FM 18V
Name
Flat-Mate
Rated power
85 W
Rated voltage
DC 18 V
Rated input
(Power supply)
100-240 V~50/60 Hz , 4.5 A
Dust capacity
0.3 L
Net weight
2.7 kg
Volume (Width x height x
depth)
260 x 194 x 1080 mm