Tower Hobbies VL30 Operator's manual

T113004
VL30 22.2V
Cordless 3-in-1
Vacuum Cleaner
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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GREAT BRITISH DESIGN, INNOVATION
AND EXCELLENCE SINCE 1912
Since the turn of the 20th century, Tower has been designing,
developing and manufacturing housewares and small
appliances used by millions of households throughout the
UK and beyond. During the 1960s, the rise in popularity
of pressure cooking saw Tower become the UK’s largest
producer of pressure cookers, right through into the late
1980s. In recent years the Tower brand has been reborn with
an exciting and varied range of housewares and electrical
appliances that have quickly reinstated the brand’s richly
deserved status as a household name.
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www.towerhousewares.co.uk
for more fantastic products.

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Contents:
Thank you for purchasing this appliance from the
Tower range.
Please read this manual carefully BEFORE using the
appliance for your own safety.
It has been designed to provide many years of
trouble-free use.
There are many benefits to using a Tower Pole
Vacuum:
• 120W motor – ideal for everyday cleaning
• 2 speed settings for a lighter or deeper clean
• Motorised floor brush
• 600ml dust tank capacity minimises the need for
emptying
• Lightweight design for easy portability around
your home
1. Specifications
Components and
structure
2. Technical Data
3. Important Safety
Information
4. Before First Use
5. Using your Appliance
6. Troubleshooting
7. Recycling
8. Cleaning & Care
9. Wiring Safety
10. Warranty Information
See back page for Customer
Service Information.

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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Vacuum Cleaner
2-in-1 Crevice and Brush Tool
1. Dust tank release button
2. Handle / Power On/Off /
Speed Selection button
3. Pole release button
4. Extension pole
5. Floorhead
1 - Specifications:
Structure of
your appliance:
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Description: VL30 22.2V Cordless 3-in-1 Vacuum Cleaner
Model: T113004
Adaptor Rating:
Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Output: DC26V 500mA
Product Rating: 22.2V
Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in
accordance with the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
2009/125/EC Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
2 - Technical Data:
Should you encounter problems or require a replacement part, contact the Tower
Customer Support Team: [phone].
Some spare parts may be ordered from the Tower website.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Guarantee for spare parts:
The spares and accessories are guaranteed for 1 year from date of purchase.
The main body and housing are guaranteed for the extended free warranty subject
to registration.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must
be returned to the place of purchase within 12 months from the date of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.

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Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:
• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and
seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service
agent or a similarly
qualified person.
• DO NOT let the cord
hang over the edge of a
table or counter or let it
come into contact with
any hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those
supplied with this
product. DO NOT use
extension cords with the
appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug
out by the cord as this
may damage the plug
and/or the cable.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or
before cleaning.
• Switch off and
unplug before fitting
or removing tools/
attachments, after use
and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
• This appliance can
be used by children
aged from 8 years and
above and persons
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.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should
not be undertaken
by children without
supervision.

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• Take care when any
appliance is used near
pets.
• Not suitable for carpets
with long fibres as the
bristles will damage the
fibres.
• Keep the vacuum
cleaner moving over
the carpet surface
at all times to avoid
damaging the carpet
fibres.
• DO NOT use this
product for anything
other than its intended
use.
• DO NOT immerse cords,
plugs or any part of the
appliance in water or
any other liquid.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors.
• Keep hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all
body parts away from
moving parts.
• DO NOT use to pick up
flammable liquids such
as gasoline or use in an
area where they might
be present.
• DO NOT use the
appliance without the
dust container filter in
place.
• DO NOT pick up
anything that is burning
or smoking such as
cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
• Use extra care when
cleaning on stairs.
• Use only manufacturer’s
recommended
accessories.
• DO NOT pull cord, use
cord as a handle, close
a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp
edges or corners.
• DO NOT run vacuum
cleaner over the cord.
Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
• This product is fitted
with a thermal cut-out,
which will activate if the
motor overheats due
to blocked air inlets. If
the appliance cuts out,
allow it to cool for 1 hour,
then empty the dust
container and clean all
of the filters.
• In the unlikely event
the appliance develops
a fault, stop using
it immediately and
seek advice from the
Customer Support
Team:
[phone]

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Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain
this information for future reference.
1. Remove the product from the box.
2. Remove any packaging from the product.
3. Please retain all packaging until you have checked and counted all the parts
and the contents against the parts list.
4. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
4 - Before First Use
Connecting the Pole:
1. To connect the pole to the vacuum cleaner, push it into the corresponding slot
on the main body of the unit until it locks into place.
Note: The handle attaches to the vacuum at a slight angle.
2. To remove the pole and use the vacuum cleaner as a handheld, press the pole
release button on the main body of the unit and pull the pole firmly away from
the main body of the unit.
Connecting the Accessories:
1. This vacuum cleaner comes with a 2 in 1 Crevice and Brush Tool for vacuuming
corners and cleaning delicate surfaces.
2. To connect and use the accessories included with this vacuum cleaner when
using it as a stick vacuum, attach each one to the end of the tube, as required.
Ensure each accessory is firmly connected to the tube before turning on the
vacuum cleaner, to prevent them from falling off whilst in use.
3. Alternatively, to use these accessories with the handheld unit, attach each one
to the corresponding slot at the front of the unit until it clicks into place.
4. To remove an accessory when using the unit as a stick vacuum, grip it firmly,
then pull it away from the main body of the appliance. To remove an accessory
when using the unit as a handheld vacuum, press the release button at the
front of the unit and pull the accessory firmly away from the main body of the
appliance.
Note: Keep the brush free of fibres, hairs, and other objects that could impede
proper functioning. Always remove these types of objects when the brush picks
them up.
Charging the Unit:
1. This unit can be charged from a mains adaptor, using the included adaptor.
2. To charge the unit, insert the adaptor into a compatible mains socket, ensuring
the socket switch is turned to the ON position.
3. When the unit has fully charged, unplug it from the mains.
4. The unit is now ready for normal use.
5 - Using Your Appliance

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Using the Vacuum:
1. Once the vacuum is fully charged, press the On/Off/Speed Selection button
located on the inside of the handle to turn it on. The motor will start up and air
will begin emitting from the appliance to indicate it has been turned on.
2. Press the On/Off/Speed Selection button again while the unit is in operation to
select the High speed setting.
3. Press the On/Off/Speed Selection button again while the High speed setting
is selected to turn the unit off. The motor will stop working and air will stop
emitting from the appliance to show the unit has been turned off.
Problem Possible Solution
The vacuum will not
work
Plug the vacuum cleaner into the mains.
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a motor protective thermo-
stat. If for some reason your vacuum overheats, the thermostat will
automatically turn the suction motor off. Should this occur, allow it
to cool for 1 hour, then empty the dust container and clean all of the
filters.
The vacuum will
not pick-up or the
suction power is
weak
The dust container may be full, or the filters may require cleaning.
Empty the dust container and clean the filters.
Dust is escaping
from the vacuum
The filter may not be installed correctly, or the dust container may
be full. Empty the dust container and reassemble the filter system.
There is a strange
noise coming from
the vacuum.
The floorhead or filter may be clogged up. Stop using the appliance,
clean the filter and floorhead, empty the dust bin and plug the
appliance back in. If the problem persists, contact a qualified repair
person or our Customer Support team.
6 - Troubleshooting
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic
rubbish. You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like
this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to
information about the recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must
be recycled, rather than taken to landfill.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site
for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.
7 - Recycling

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Emptying the Dust Tank:
1. To empty the dust tank, begin by pulling the release button at the top of the
unit to separate it from the main unit.
2. Once the tank has been separated from the unit, twist the tank lid counter-
clockwise to loosen it. Pull the lid away from the main body of the unit to
access the round filter.
3. Remove the round filter from the unit and tap it lightly against a dustbin or
sink to clean it.
4. Pull the inlet filter out of the dust tank and shake the tank’s contents into a
dustbin
5. Once you have emptied the dust tank, fit both filters back into place and re-
attach the tank lid. Twist the tank lid clockwise to lock it and secure the dust
tank in place.
6. Once the dust tank is secured, pull the tank release tab back and affix the tank
back onto the body of the unit. The release tab will automatically click into
place and secure the dust tank to the unit.
Cleaning the Unit Body:
1. Before cleaning the unit body, ensure the unit is disconnected from the mains
supply and not in operation.
2. Use a damp cloth to clean the unit body. Never use any abrasive cleaning
materials or solvents, as these could cause damage to the surface of the unit.
WARNING! DO NOT allow any liquids into the unit, as this could cause damage to
the electrical components and cause it to malfunction.
Storing the Appliance:
1. Before storing the appliance, insert the floor brush holder and the tubes into
the storage clip at the rear of the appliance.
2. Your appliance can now be stored.
8 - Cleaning & Care
9 - Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
WARNING:
Do not attempt to open any part of the power adaptor or plug.
(Power adapters only)
Never open the power adapter, you risk getting an electric shock.
Only use the power adapter that is supplied with your product.
You must always connect the power adapter to the product before connecting to
the mains power supply.
The power adapter must be used indoors only, and must not be subjected to damp
conditions.
The power adapter does not have any user serviceable parts.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect it from the mains – and then cut it off
of the mains lead and immediately dispose of it in a safe manner. Never attempt
to reuse the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric
shock.