TECHWOOD TAS-136C User manual

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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.
TAS-136C

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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;
- Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Bed and breakfast type environments
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 small 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 place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
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 appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
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.
This appliance is only intended for household use.

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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).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
FIRST USE
Before first use, remove the unit and all accessories carefully and paying attention
to the sharp accessories.
Clean the outside and inside of the machine cabinet with a damp cloth and wipe
dry.
USE
Unroll the power cord completely.
Check that the tension in force in the country where you are corresponds to
that indicated on the apparatus.
Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the
ground if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
Never modify the appliance in anyway.
TO KNOW IT’S UNIT
A. Floor Brush
B. Tube
C. Airflow Control
D. Bend Tube
E. Hose
F. Hose Guider
G. Cord Rewind Button
H. Handle
I. Power Button
J. Dust Cup Clip
K. Multi-Cyclonic plastic Filter
IMPORTANT
. Always remove the plug from the power socket when the appliance is not in use
and before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations.

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. Always remove the plug from the power sock before opening the appliance.
. Never use methylated spirits or other solvents to clean the appliance.
. Do not use the appliance to vacuum liquids.
. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
. Do not switch the appliance on if it appears to be faulty in any way.
. For repairs or accessories. Contact your dealer or an authorized Service Centre.
BRIEF INFORMATION
Do not remove the plug
from by pulling the cable
the or appliance itself
Do not use the appliance
to over the power cable
Do not use the appliance
to vacuum lighted
matches, cigarettes end
or hot ash.
Do not use the appliance
on the wet surfaces.
Do not obstruct the air
intake or outlet vent.
Do not use the appliance
to vacuum needles,
drawing –pins or string.
Do not place the appliance near the heat source.

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NOTA: The cable have two markers. Yellow and
Red marker
Please stop to pull the wire when you see the
yellow marker
ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM CLEANER
Assembling the flexible tube
Put the end of the hose into the air intake socket. It is on the tank. To close, turn
the hose clockwise at 90° until listen a clicking.
Removing the flexible tube
After using, to open, turn the hose in the anti-clockwise at 90° and pull the hose
end.
Fitting the extension tubes
and accessories
Fitting the extension tube
the handle
Fitting the extension tube
Fitting the accessories to
the extension tube

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USE
1. Before using the appliance. unwind length of cable and insert the plug into the
power socket. Do not extend the cable beyond the RED mark.
To rewind the power cable、press the rewind button with one hand, and guide the
other hand to ensure that it does not whip causing damage
2. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the appliance on.
USING THE CLEANING ACCESSORIES
Large Brush.
Narrow nozzle.
For cleaning radiators: corners, edges, drawers etc.
Empty & Clean the dust tank
Fig •
1. Disconnect from the main supply
2. Remove the dust bin.
Fig ••
1. Press or raise slowly the button to release the tank.
2. Pull the dust bin to the front.
Fig •••
3. Empty and clean the dust bin.

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Clean the air filter output
1. Remove the cover (rear of unit)
2. Remove the filter
In the 2 cases:
Clean with water, rinse, let dry and replace before the next use.
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.
The parts (removable) in contact with food like plate, bowl, forks, Spatula etc. can
be washed in hot water with sponge and soft detergent or put in the dishwasher.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid !
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
Attention: Don’t wash the filter in the washing machine or dry it with electrical
heater, please re-fix it after drying the filter in the air.
Don’t clean the outer-shell of vacuum cleaner in petrol oil-like liquid. Please rub it
with water and soft soap liquid.
Attention: (1) Don’t clean the machine with the cloth full of water.
Don’t let the water flow into the vacuum cleaner.
(2) Use only as described in manual. Only use manufacturers
recommended attachments.
(3) This appliance is intended to normal household use.

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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 of
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Input Power 700W
Class A
Annual Consumption 27,3Kwh/YEAR
Norm Class II
Noise 79 dB
Filter Cyclone Filter
Made in P.R.C
The characteristics can change without preliminary preventing

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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 apparatus satisfied EC directives, it was controlled according to all the
European current directives, like: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low
tension (LVD).
This apparatus was designed and manufactured in respect of the last safety
regulations and technical specifications.
SPECIFICATION
BRAND
TECHWOOD
REFERENCE
TAS-136C
ENERGY EFFICIENCY CLASS
A
ANNUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION
(based on 50 cycles. The annual
consumption depends on the use of the
product)
27,3kWh / year
PERFORMANCE CLASS CLEANING
ON CARPET
E
PERFORMANCE CLASS CLEANING
ON HARD FLOOR
C
CLASS OF DUST REEMISSION
A
SOUND LEVEL
79 dB
NOMINAL INPUT POWER
700W
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°C111 à 115
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous bois - France