Truvox International VT12 User manual

Userinstructions
VT12
Commercial VacuumCleaner
03-8220-0000 Issue 203/10
CAUTION
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READTHESEINSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSINGTHEMACHINE
ORIGINALINSTRUCTIONS

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Contents
1. Generalinformation...................................................................................................................3
1.1 Important SafetyAdvice...................................................................................................3
1.2 Guidelinesforthe operator...............................................................................................3
1.3 Transporting the machine................................................................................................4
2Preparing foruse.......................................................................................................................4
2.1Electricalconnection........................................................................................................4
2.2Howtoassemblethe vacuum..........................................................................................4
2.3Fitting the handle,wand and floortool..............................................................................4
3Controls.....................................................................................................................................5
4Operation...................................................................................................................................5
4.1 Starting the machine........................................................................................................5
4.2 Using the floortool...........................................................................................................5
5Storage......................................................................................................................................5
6Maintenance..............................................................................................................................5
6.1 Replacing the dust bag....................................................................................................6
6.2 Maintaining and replacing the filter...................................................................................6
7AfterSalesService....................................................................................................................6
8Guarantee.................................................................................................................................6
9WasteElectrical &ElectronicEquipment (WEEE)......................................................................6
10 Technicalspecification...............................................................................................................7
11 Accessories...............................................................................................................................7
12 FaultDiagnosis..........................................................................................................................7
13 Partslists&diagrams................................................................................................................8
14 Declaration ofConformity.........................................................................................................11

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IMPORTANT
BEFOREUSEREADTHESEINSTRUCTIONSAND RETAINFORFUTUREREFERENCE
1.Generalinformation
Thiscommercialvacuumcleanerhasbeen
designed forthe collection ofdustinindoor
areas. It shouldnotbe used inoutdoorareas.
Werecommend thatanyusernotfamiliarwith
carpetcleaning shouldread theseuser
instructionsfullybeforeusing the machine. Ifyou
haveanyqueriespleasecontact the supplierwho
you purchased the machine fromorTruvox
Internationalon the contactdetailsprovided at
the back.
Thismachine mustonlybe used forthe
manufacturer’sapproved application.Donot
use the machine whereitissuspected thatthe
carpet, floororupholstery containshealth
endangering dustordebrissuchasasbestosor
chemicalwaste.Ifthisissuspected do not
proceed,contactyoursupervisor,supplieror
TruvoxInternationalforadvice.
The following instructionscontainimportant
information aboutthe machine and safetyadvice
forthe operator.
Equipmentmustbe operated,serviced and
maintained inaccordancewiththe
manufacturer’sinstructions.Ifin doubtcontact
thesupplier ofyourmachine.
Theseinstructionsarevalidforthe following
models:
VT12
1.1ImportantSafetyAdvice
When using electrical equipmentbasicsafety
precautionsshouldbe followed including the
following.
•Read allinstructionscarefullybeforeuse.
•Thisapplianceissuitableforcommercialuse,
forexampleinhotels,schools,hospitals,
factories,shops,offices,rentalbusinessesand
otherthan normal housekeeping purposes.
•Thismachine isnotintended foruseby
persons(including children)withreduced
physical,sensory ormentalcapabilities,orlack
ofexperienceand knowledge,unlessthey
havebeen given supervision orinstruction
concerning useofthe machine byaperson
responsiblefortheirsafety.
•Keep children and unauthorised personsaway
fromthe machinewhen inuse.
•Children shouldbe supervised toensurethat
theydo not playwiththe appliance.
•Beforeusing the appliance,check thatthe
mainspowervoltage correspondswiththe
voltage shownon the rating plate.
•Allpartsaretobe positioned asindicated inthe
instructionsbeforeusing the machine.
•Do not operatethe machine ifitmalfunctionsor
isdamaged inanyway.Contactan authorised
serviceagent forrepairoradjustment.
•Do notoperateswitchesortouchthe mains
plug withwethandsasthismaycauseelectric
shock.
•Whenunplugging pulltheplug,notthe supply
cord.
•Do notpull orcarry bycord,usecordasa
handle,closeadooron cord,orpullaround
sharpedgesorcorners.
•Keep hair,looseclothing,fingersand allparts
of bodyawayfromopeningsand moving parts.
•Keep cordawayfromheated surfaces.
•Do not usewherehazardousdust ispresent.
•Do not useinan explosiveatmosphere.
•Do not pickup oilorotherflammablematerial.
•Do not usetopickup moistureoranyliquids.
•Do notleavethe machine connected tothe
electricitysupplywhen notinuse,always
removethe plug fromthe socket-outlet.
•Switchoffthe machine beforeremoving the
plug.
•Keep the powersupplycordclearofmoving
parts.During operation hazardmayoccur
whenrunning the machine overthe power
supplycord.
•The powersupplycordmustberegularly
inspected forsignsofdamage.Ifthe power
supplycordisdamaged,itshall onlybe
replaced bythe manufacturer,itsserviceagent
orasimilarqualified person inordertoavoida
hazard.
•Onlyreplacethe supplycordwiththe type
specified intheinstruction manual.
•Do notoperatethe machine withadamaged
supplycordorplug,orafterthe machine
malfunctionsorisdamaged inanyway.
Contactan authorised ServiceAgentforrepair
oradjustment.
•The plug ofthe powersupplycordmustbe
removed fromthe socket-outletbefore
commencing cleaning ofthe machine or
undertaking maintenanceoperations.
•Do not kinkortwist the powercord.
•Takecarewhen using amachine nearthe top
of stairstoavoidoverbalancing.
1.2Guidelines fortheoperator
WARNING
Operatorsmustbe fullytrained inthe
useofthe machine inaccordancewith
theseinstructions,abletoperformuser
maintenanceand the correctselection of
accessories.

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•Operatorsshouldbephysicallycapableto
manoeuvre,transportand operatethe
machine.
•Operatorsshouldbe abletorecogniseunusual
operation ofthe machine and reportany
problems.
•Onlyusethe machine onfirmlevelsurfaces.
•Wearsuitablefootweartoavoidslipping.
•Wearsuitableclothingtokeep dryand warm.
•Wherepossibleimplementjob rotation and
adequaterestperiodstoavoidcontinuoususe
of the samemuscles.
•Do not leavemachine running unattended
•Do not smokewhen using the machine.
•Do notputanyobjectsintoopenings.Do not
usewithanyopening blocked:keep free of
dust, debris,hair,oranything thatmayreduce
airflow.
CAUTION -Thismachine isforindoor
dry useonlyandshouldnotbeusedor
stored outdoorsorinwet conditions.
CAUTION -If it issuspected thatthereis
hazardousdustorflammablematerials
stop cleaning thearea immediatelyand
consult yoursuperior.
WARNING Onlyuseaccessoriesand
sparepartsprovided withthe machine or
thoseapproved bythe manufacturer.
The useofotheraccessoriesmayimpair
the safetyofthe machine.
•Ensurethe machine isswitched off before
adding orchanging accessories.
1.3Transportingthemachine
CAUTION –Incorrectlifting techniques
mayresultinpersonalinjury,where
applicabledo notlift large and heavy
machineswithout assistance. Weadvisethat the
manual handling regulationsarefollowed.
Pleaserefertothe technicaltablefordetailson
weight ofmachine.
When transporting the machine ensurethatall
components,tanksand removablepartsare
securelyfastened,and thatthe supplycordand
plug arenot trailing. Detachhoseand wandfrom
machine whereapplicable.
Takeextremecarewhen moving the machine up
ordownstepsorstairs.
2Preparing foruse
2.1Electrical connection
Beforeconnecting the machine tothe power
supply,check thatyoursupplyvoltage
correspondswiththatmarked on the ratinglabel.
The powersupplycordplusanyextension leads
shouldnotexceed 30mintotal,otherwiseyou
mayexperienceproblemsstarting up the
machine.The cross-section ofanyextension
cablewiring must be atleast 2,5mm².
Shouldan extension cordbe used,ensurecord
rating isadequateforthe equipment.Do notuse
extension cordincoiled condition asthiscould
result inoverheating of the cord.
UK only
The supplycordfor230vmodelsisfitted witha
plug containing a13 ampfuse.Shouldthe fuse
requirereplacementit must onlybe replaced bya
13 ampfuseconforming toBS1362,and the fuse
covermust be refitted. Ifthe fusecoverislost the
plug mustnotbe useduntil the correct
replacement coverisfitted.
IMPORTANT -If the supplycordisdamaged,it
must onlybe replaced byaspecialcordavailable
fromthe manufactureroran authorised service
agent.
2.2How toassemblethevacuum
WARNING-Before undertaking
assemblyorchanging of
accessories/toolsswitchoff machine
and unplug fromtheelectricitysupply.
•Insertthe hoseintothe socketonthe frontof
the vacuumcleaner(Fig1).
•Twistinaclockwisedirection untillocked into
position.
Fig 1
2.3Fitting thehandle,wandand floortool
•Fitthe handletothe wand connection (Fig2).
Fig 2

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•Fitthe wand tothe floortool(Fig3)
Fig 3
•Tolengthen the telescopicwand slide thelock
and pull the tube out(Fig4).
Fig 4
3Controls
•The on offswitchispositioned atthe rearofthe
machine (Fig5).
Fig 5
•Toturnthe machine on press the button.
•Toswitchoffthe machine pressthe button
again
4Operation
4.1Starting themachine
•Ensurecableisfullyextended beforeuse.
•Ensureadust bag isfitted beforeuse.
•Pressthe on/offbutton toturnthe vacuum
cleaneron.
•Suction can be adjusted bysliding the airflow
adjusterlocated on the hosehandle(Fig6).
Fig 6
•Formaximumsuction keep the adjusterclosed.
•Afteryou finishcleaning,turnthe vacuum
cleaneroff bypressing the ON/OFFbutton.
•Onlythen unplug fromthe powersocket.
4.2Usingthefloortool
•The floortoolcan be usedforcleaning
carpetsandhardfloors.The floorheads
pedalshouldbe downwhen cleaning hard
floors(Fig7)and inthe uppositionwhen
cleaning carpets(Fig8).
Fig 7
Fig 8
5Storage
•Alwaysunplug the machine afteruse.
•Afterusecheck the bag.Iffull,replacethe
bag.
•Wind the supplycordensuring thatthe plug is
not trailing on the floor.
•Storethe machine inadry indoorarea only.
6Maintenance
WARNING-Before undertaking
maintenance operationsor
adjustmentsswitchoff machineand
unplugfromtheelectricitysupply.
The machine requiresminimummaintenance
apartfromthe following checksbythe operator.
•Supplycord -Regularlyinspectsheath,plug
and cordanchorage fordamage orloose
connection.
•Bodyofthevacuum –Clean withadamp
cloth.
•Vacuumfilter –Check the vacuumfilters,
clean and replaceasappropriate.
•Hose,wandandvacuumaccessories –
Check and removeanydebrisorlintbuild-up
fromthe head.
IMPORTANT –Allotherservicing and repairs
shouldonlybe performed byaTruvoxengineer
orAuthorised ServiceAgent.
IMPORTANT –Shouldthe machine failto
operatepleaserefertothe fault diagnosissection
inthe back ofthe instruction manual.Ifthe
problem/remedyisnotlisted pleasecontact
TruvoxCustomerServiceDepartmentforrapid
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6.1Replacing thedustbag
•Liftthe top latchon the top ofthe machine to
releaseand open the top cover.
•Takeoutthe dustbag and disposeofthe full
bag.
•Position newdust bag.
•Replacethe top coverbyfixing inposition.
•The vacuumisnowreadyforoperation.
6.2Maintaining and replacingthefilter
•Turnthe retaining diskclockwiseuntilitcan be
lifted fromthe filter.
•The filterpad cannowbe removed (AinFig9).
Fig 9
•Replacewithanewfilterinside and turnthe
retaining discanticlockwisetosecure.
•It isveryimportanttokeep the filtersclean to
receivemaximumperformancefromthe
vacuum.Notcleaning and replacing yourfilters
regularlycan reducethe suction powerand
causeoverheating.
7After Sales Service
Truvoxmachinesarehigh qualitymachinesthat
havebeen tested forsafetybyauthorised
technicians. Itisalwaysapparent that afterlonger
working periods, electricaland mechanical
componentswillshowsignsofwearand tearor
ageing.
Underextremeorspecialised conditionsand/or
insufficient maintenance, shortermaintenance
intervalsarenecessary. UseonlyoriginalTruvox
spareparts. Use ofother spare partswill
invalidateall warrantyand liabilityclaims.
Shouldyou requireaftersalesserviceplease
contactthe supplierfromwhomyou purchased
the machine,who will arrange service. Repairs
and servicing of Truvoxproductsshouldonlybe
performedbytrained staff. Improperrepairscan
causeconsiderabledangerstothe user.
8Guarantee
Yourproductisguaranteed for one yearfromthe
dateoforiginalpurchase,orhirepurchase,
againstdefectsinmaterialsorworkmanship
during manufacture.Withinthe guarantee period
weundertakeatourdiscretion,torepairor
replacefreeofcharge tothe purchaser,anypart
found tobe defective,subjecttothe following
conditions.
CONDITIONS
1.Claimsmade underthe termsofthe
guarantee mustbe supported bytheoriginal
invoice/billofsaleissuedatthe timeofsale,
orthe machine Serial Number.
2.Forclaimsunderthisguarantee contactthe
supplierfromwhomyou purchased the
productwhowillarrange the appropriate
action.Do notinitiallyreturnthe productas
thiscouldresultintransit damage.
3.NeitherTruvoxnoritsdistributorsshall be
liableforanyincidental orconsequentialloss.
4.Thisguarantee isgoverned bythe lawsof
England.Thisguarantee doesnotcoverany
ofthe following:Periodicmaintenance,and
repairorreplacementofpartsdue tonormal
wearand tear.
5.Thisguarantee isgoverned bythe lawsof
England.Thisguarantee doesnotcoverany
ofthe following:Periodicmaintenance,and
repairorreplacementofpartsdue tonormal
wearand tear.
•Damage caused byaccident, misuseor
neglect, orthe fitting ofotherthan genuine
Truvoxparts.
•Defectsinotherthan genuine Truvox
parts,orrepairs,modificationsor
adjustmentsperformed byotherthan a
Truvoxserviceengineerorauthorised
serviceagent.
•Costsand risksof transportrelating directlyor
indirectlytothe guarantee of thisproduct.
•Consumableitemsand wearpartssuchas
drivebelts.
Thisguarantee doesnotaffectyourstatutory
rights,noryourrightsagainstthe supplierarising
fromtheirsalesorpurchasecontract.
9WasteElectrical &ElectronicEquipment
(WEEE) Do not disposeofthisdevicewith
unsorted waste. Improperdisposal
maybe harmfultotheenvironment
and human health.
Pleaserefertoyourlocal waste
authorityforinformation on return
and collection systemsinyourarea.
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10 Technical specification
Allmodels: 220-240 V~50 Hz, Class II construction.Fitted with12.5msupplycordand fitted plug.
Model
Code VT12
VT12 VT12/EURO
VT12/EURO
Voltage AC(~)/ Frequency V/ Hz220-240 / 50 220-240 / 50
Vacmotorrating W1200 1200
Airflowl/sec33 33
VacuumkPa20 20
Vacuummm/wg2040 2040
Dust bag capacitylitres55
Hoselengthm2.52.5
Cablelengthm12.512.5
Specification of powercordH05V2V2-F 2X1.0mm² H05V2V2-F 2X1.0mm²
Size(LxWxH)cm50 x35 x35 50 x35 x35
Sound pressureleveldB(A) 76 76
Weightemptykg9.89.8
Warranty1year1year
TruvoxInternationalisaBSIRegistered Companyandourpolicy isone ofcontinuousdevelopment.
Wereservethe righttochange specificationswithout priornotification.
11 Accessories
Accessory PartNo. Description
Dust bag (Pack of10)B299003R001R Pack of10paperbags
Re-usablebag G2990100003 Singleclothbag
HoseA0002020980RHose
Telescopicwand F0444100101R Wand
FloortoolF111B900003R Foruseon hardand carpeted floors
CrevicetoolS8910250H02 Foruseon upholstery
Dusting brushF0871300001 Foruseon upholstery
Airinlet filter(Pack of 5)Q2994861H33R Airinlet filter
IMPORTANT: Genuine accessoriesareonlyavailablefromauthorised ServiceAgentsorthe Truvox
CustomerServiceDepartment.
12 FaultDiagnosis
WARNING -Before undertakingmaintenanceoperationsoradjustmentsswitchoff
machineandunplugfromtheelectricitysupply.
The following simplechecksmaybeperformed bythe operator.
Problem Reason Remedy
Machine not working Lack ofvoltage/electrical
supply. Check fuse*,supplycord,plug and socket outlet.
Lossofsuction Bag full
Blocked hoseorwand
Motornot working
Replacebag
Removeobstruction
Contact supplier
Motorisnot running Broken switch
Defectivepowercord
Defectivemotor
Contact supplier
Contact supplier
Contact supplier
*Ifthe fuseblowsseveral times, themachineshouldbe checked byan authorised ServiceAgent.

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14 DeclarationofConformity
ECDeclarationofConformity
We,TruvoxInternationalLtd.
of ThirdAvenue, Millbrook,
Southampton, Hampshire
England
SO15 0LE
declarethatthe machinery
Make:Commercialtub vacuum
Type :ValetTub Vacuum
Model:VT12…
Serial Number:from01000
YearofConstruction :2010
hasbeen manufactured using the following transposed harmonised European Standardsand
technicalspecifications.
Ref No Title
2006/42/ECMachinery Directiveand subsequent amendments
2006/95/ECThe LowVoltage Directiveand subsequent amendments
BS EN60335-1
BS EN60335-2-67
2004/108/ECThe EMCDirectiveand subsequent amendments
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN55014-1
EN55014-2
Signed in:SOUTHAMPTON,England
on the 29th dayof December2009
Signature:
Name:David Overell Technicalfile:VT12Iss. 1
Position :Managing DirectorMark Campbell
Product SupportManager

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TruvoxInternationalLimited
ThirdAvenue, Millbrook, Southampton, HampshireSO15 0LE, England
Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]
e-mail:[e-mail]:www.truvox.com
Authoriseddealer: