TECHWOOD TACS-1226 User manual

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DUST & ASHES AND BLOWER
CAN VACUUM CLEANER
Instruction manual
Dear consumer, Please read these instructions carefully before use in
order to avoid damage due to incorrect use and to better understand the
functions of this product. Please pay particular attention to the safety
guide.
If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions
must also be handed over.
Please keep them for future references.
TACS-1226

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read these instructions carefully before use.
Keep present instructions for future references.
Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and household
or similar applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
Never use this apparatus near water projections.
Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
Inform potential users of these instructions.
Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
This device can be used by children aged 8 years and older
and adults, with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

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Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years of age when it is energized or cooling down.
This device is not a toy, do not leave children or people with
disabilities to play with.
In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
Never place it into the dishwasher.
Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and
risk to damage the appliance.
Never use any other connector than the one provided.
Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it

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Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
For instructions on cleaning the unit, refer to the following
section of the manual.
This appliance is only intended for household use.
(*) Qualified Person : the manufacturer's or importer's service
technician or any other person qualified, authorized and
competent to carry out this type of repair.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "DOUBLE SQUARE" means a double
insulated. A basic insulation and supplementary
insulation. This device requires no connection to the
mass of a protective conductor grounded. The
materials are said : double insulation class II.

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The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
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DESCRIPTION
1. Engine block with Handle
2. Hose / Vacuum Connection
3. Locking clips4. Cable storage support
5. Dust and ash container
6. Plastic suction hose
7. Metal suction tube
IMPORTANT
•Read this instruction booklet carefully.
•Always remove the plug from the power sock before opening the appliance.
•Never use methylated spirits or other solvents to clean the appliance.
•Never leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
•This unit is for household use only. Use as described in this instruction booklet.
•Never use the device if it appears to be defective in any way.
•For repairs or accessories. Contact your dealer or an authorized service centre.
IMPLEMENTATION
Check that the electrical plug is disconnected from the mains.
Open the locking tabs (3) located on the metal tank of the vacuum cleaner (5).
Lift the engine block by the handle and check that the tank is empty.
Replace the motor unit on the base and reattach it with the locking tabs.

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Connect the metal suction tube (7) to the suction tube (6).
Connect the other end of the hose to the suction mouth (2) on the top of the tank.
Start / Stop
Insert the plug into a properly installed AC outlet.
To start the ash vacuum cleaner, place the On / Off switch in position "I".
To stop the ash vacuum cleaner, set the switch to the "O" position.
FEATURES
1. Connection of the hose in vacuum cleaner
mode
2. Carrying handle
3. On-off switch
4. Connection of the hose in blower mode.
This vacuum cleaner has 2 functions.
A. Vacuum
B. Blower.

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Note : The hose is internally covered with to height temperature resistant material.
(about 40° C).
Depending on the chosen use, Vacuum or Blower, connect the hose to the
appropriate connection.
A. Hoover. (1)
B. Blower. (4)
Place the On / Off switch in position "I" to start the appliance.
Place the switch in the "O" position to stop the appliance.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance, disconnect the apparatus and let
it cool.
Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet linen. (possibly
with household product).
Never immerse the motor unit and the cover in water or any other liquid !
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
Notes: Do not wash the filter in a washing machine or dry it with an hair dryer.
Do not clean the exterior of the vacuum cleaner with gasoline oil or any
other liquid.
The metal tank can be washed with water and a household neutral
product. Rinse and allow to dry before re-use.
After cleaning, stop the ash vacuum cleaner and tighten the tube suction
and pipe vertically, to allow the remaining ash, into the hose, falling into
the container.
If the suction power deteriorates during use, stop the ash vacuum cleaner, open
the container and empty it in a bin or suitable packaging before disposing of the
unit.
Filter cleaning
Disconnect the suction hose. Detach the
cover (engine block) from the tank and
turn it over on the tank or on the ground.
Hold the dust filter and loosen the
locking wing nut (A) to disengage the
filter.

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Remove the cover (1) and the dust filter
(2) from the metal rod (3).
Wash the dust filter with warm clean
water.
(If necessary, use a mild detergent).
Rinse and dry the dust filter before
reinstalling it.
Note: Never use the vacuum cleaner
without the filter !
STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place and out of reach from children.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by the
consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are:
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift
box). Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair,
can be carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve
any extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee!
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts are
not guaranteed and are thus to pay!
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by a
specialized trade or a repair service.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 800-1200W
Norm Class II
Tank capacity 20L
Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without prior notice.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of
breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician
for repairs.
This device complies with EC directives, it was controlled according to all current
European directives, applicable such as: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and
low voltage (LVD).
This device has been designed and manufactured in compliance with the latest
regulations and technical requirements for safety.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°A-107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous-bois - France