Truvox Valet Wide Area Vacuum User manual

Userinstructions
Valet WideArea Vacuum
VacuumCleaner
03-8190-0000 Issue1 03
/08
CAUTION
–
READT
HESEINSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSINGTHEMACHINE

Contents
Page
1. GeneralInformation.....................................................................................................3
1.1.Important safetyadvice.........................................................................................3
1.2.Guidelinesforthe operator....................................................................................3
1.3.Transporting the Machine......................................................................................3
1.4.Electricalconnection..............................................................................................3
2. Preparation foruse………………………………………………………………………..4
2.1.Bag Installation......................................................................................................4
2.2.Brush Height adjustment……………………………………………………………….4
3. Operation.......................................................................................................................5
3.1.Starting the machine..............................................................................................5
4. Maintenance.................................................................................................................5
4.1.Filterreplacement..................................................................................................5
4.2.Belt adjustment/replacement.................................................................................5
5. Storage..........................................................................................................................6
6. Aftersalesstorage……………………………………………………………………………6
7. Guarantee......................................................................................................................6
8. Waste Electrical&ElectronicEquipment…………………………………………………..6
9. Technicalspecification..................................................................................................6
10.Accessories……………………………………………………………………………………7
11.Faultdiagnosis..............................................................................................................7
12.Declaration ofconformity...............................................................................................8

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IMPORTANT
BEFOREUSEREAD THESE INSTRUCTIONSAND RETAIN FOR FUTUREREFERENCE
1. General information
The ValetWide Area Vacuumcleaneris
designedforthe collection ofdustinindoor
areas. It should not be used inoutdoorareas.
The following instructionscontainimportant
information aboutthemachineand safetyadvice
forthe operator.
Equipment mustbe operated,servicedand
maintainedinaccordancewith the
manufacturer’sinstructions.
Ifindoubt contactthesupplierof your
machine.
Theseinstructionsarevalidforthe following
model:
ValetWideArea Vacuum
1.1 Important SafetyAdvice
When using electricalequipment basicsafety
precautionsshouldbefollowedincludingthe
following.
•Read allinstructionscarefullybefore use.
•Beforeusingthe appliance, checkthat the
mainspowervoltagecorrespondswiththe
voltage shown on the data plate.
•Do not leavemachineunattended when
plugged in.
•Keepchildrenandunauthorisedpersons
awayfromthe machine when in use.
•Do not leavethemachineconnected to the
electricitysupplywhen not inuse,always
remove the plug fromthe socket-outlet.
•Do not operateswitchesortouchthe mains
plugwith wethandsasthismaycauseelectric
shock.
•Switchoff the machinebeforeremoving the
plug.
•When unplugging pulltheplug, not the supply
cord.
•Do not operate themachine with adamaged
supplycordorplug, orafterthe machine
malfunctionsorisdamaged inanyway.
Contactan authorised ServiceAgent for
repairoradjustment.
•The plugofthe powersupplymustbe
removed fromthe socket-outletbefore
commencing cleaning ofthe machine or
undertaking maintenance operations.
•The powersupplycordmustbe regularly
inspectedforsignsofdamage. Ifthe power
supplycordisdamaged,ithasto be replaced.
•Do not use to pickup moisture oranyliquids.
•Do not usewherehazardousdust ispresent.
•Do not useinan explosiveatmosphere.
•Do not use tovacuumup sharp objects.
•Do not pickup oil orotherflammablematerial.
•Takecarewhen using machine nearthe top
ofstairs to avoid overbalancing.
•Do not usethe applianceto vacuumlighted
cigarettes,hotashesandothercombustible
objects,
•Donot usethe appliancetovacuumtiny
particleslikecement orplasterdustasthiswill
shorten life ofthe motors.
•Donot blockairflow, blocking the suctionin
anyway(blocked filters, blocked hose orfull
dust bag)willdecreasethe efficiencyandwill
shorten the life ofmotor.
•Donot run thevacuumcleaneroverthe
powercable.
•Keephair, loose clothing, fingers and allparts
ofbodyawayfromopeningsand moving
parts.
1.2 Guidelines forthe operator
•Onlyuse the machine on firmlevelsurfaces.
•Operators mustbe fullytrained intheuseof
the machine inaccordancewiththese
instructionsand beableto performuser
maintenance.
•Operators shouldbe physicallycapableto
manoeuvre,transportand operatethe
machine.
•Operators shouldbeabletorecognise
unusualoperation ofthe machine and report
anyproblems.
•Wearsuitable footwearto avoid slipping.
•Wearsuitable clothing to keep dryand warm.
•Wherepossibleimplement job rotationand
adequaterestperiodsto avoid continuoususe
ofthe samemuscles.
•Donot leavethe machinerunning unattended
•Donot smoke when using the machine.
•CAUTION -Thismachine isforindooruse
onlyand shouldnot beused orstored
outdoors orinwetconditions.
1.3 Transporting the machine
When transportingamachine ensurethat all
components,accessoriesand removableparts
aresecurelyfastenedandthatthesupplycord
and plug arenottrailing.
Take extreme care whenmoving a machine up or
down steps.
1.4 Electrical connection
Before connecting the machine to the power
supplycheckthat yoursupplyvoltage
correspondswith that marked on the rating label
on the rearofthe machine.
The powersupplycordplusanyextensionleads
should not exceed40min total. The cross-
section ofanyextension cablewiring must be at
least2,5mm².

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UK only
The supplycord for230Vmodelsisfitted with a
plug containing a 13 amp fuse. Should the fuse
requirereplacement it must be replaced bya13
ampfuse conforming to BSI1362, and the fuse
covermust be refitted.Ifthe fuse coverislost the
plug must not be used until the correct
replacement coverisfitted.
IMPORTANT– ifthe supplycordisdamaged, it
must onlybereplaced bya suitable cord
available fromthe manufactureroranauthorised
service agent.
Warning – This appliancemustbe earthed
2Preparation foruse
•Loosenhandle pivot knobsand adjust handle
to comfortableoperation height
•Tighten knobsto lockhandle inplace
2.1 BagInstallation instructions
•Open Valet Wide Area Vacuumlid.
•Unzip cloth bagand installpaperbaginside.
•Attachboth bag openingstogetheronto
vacuumintake housing.
•Make sure bag isproperlydeployed inside
machine housing.
•Completelyclosezipon cloth bag and close
lidofmachine.
2.2BrushHeight adjustment
•Thismachine has5 brushpile adjustment
settings.
•Toraise brushheight: Lift up height
adjustment baruntil desired brush height is
attained.
•Tolowerbrushheight: push downon
height adjustment baruntildesired brush
height isattained.

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3 Operation of the machine
3.1 Starting the machine
•Operate vacuummotorswitch on handle.
•To operate brush squeeze triggerbar.
•Adjustheight forproperpick-up (referto
height adjustment instructionsand diagram
below.
4 Maintenance
WARNING-Beforeundertaking maintenance
operationsoradjustmentsswitchoff machine
and unplug from the electricitysupply.
The machine requiresminimummaintenance
apart fromthe following checks bythe operator.
•Supplycord -Regularlyinspectsheath, plug
and cordanchorage fordamage orloose
connection.
•Vacuum filters –Checkthe vacuumfilters
are cleaned and replaced asappropriate.
•Vacuum head –Check and removeany
debrisorlint build-up fromthe head.
IMPORTANT –Allotherservicingand repairs
shouldonlybeperformed byaTruvoxengineer
orAuthorised Service Agent.
IMPORTANT –Shouldthe machinefailto
operatepleasereferto the faultdiagnosissection
inthebackofthe instruction manual.Ifthe
problem/remedyisnotlistedpleasecontact
TruvoxCustomerServiceDepartment forrapid
attention.
4.1 Filterreplacement
Remove filtercoverscrewsat backof
machine.
•Remove the twonutsholding filteronto
machine.
•Replace filterinproperpositionand tighten
nuts.
•Reinstallfiltercover.
Vacuumfilters.
•Lift filterhousing frommotorand replace
filter.
•Reinstallfilterhousing.
4.2 BeltAdjustment /replacement
•Remove belt coveron left side ofmachine
•Loosenthetwo motorbeltadjusting screws
on motorbracket.
•Remove belt
•Installnewbeltandreposition motorto
eliminate excess slack.
•Once tension isset, tightenmotoradjusting
screws.

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•Replace belt coveron side ofmachine.
5 Storage
•Alwaysunplugthemachineafteruse.
•Wrap supplycordaround the handleofthe
machine ensuring thattheplugisnot trailing
on the floor.Storethemachine inadry
indoorarea only.
6 AfterSales Service
Shouldyourequireaftersalesserviceplease
contactthesupplierfromwhomyou purchased
the machine, who willarrange service.Repairs
and servicing ofTruvoxproductsshouldonlybe
performed bytrained staff.Improperrepairs can
cause considerabledangersto the user.
Enquireabout the Truvoxlowcost and efficient
MaintenanceContract.
7 Guarantee
Yourproductisguaranteed for one yearfromthe
date oforiginalpurchase, orhirepurchase,
againstdefectsinmaterialsorworkmanship
duringmanufacture. Withinthe guarantee period
we undertakeat ourdiscretion, torepairor
replacefree ofcharge to the purchaser,anypart
found to be defective,subjectto thefollowing
conditions.
CONDITIONS
1. Claimsmade underthetermsof the
guarantee mustbe supported bythe original
invoice/bill ofsaleissued at the timeof sale,
orthe machine SerialNumber.
2. Forclaimsunderthisguaranteecontactthe
supplierfromwhomyoupurchased the
productwho willarrangetheappropriate
action.Do not initiallyreturnthe productas
thiscould resultin transitdamage.
3. NeitherTruvoxnoritsdistributors shallbe
liable foranyincidentalorconsequentialloss.
4. Thisguaranteeisgoverned bythelawsof
England.
5. Thisguarantee doesnotcoveranyofthe
following:
•Periodicmaintenance, and repairor
replacement ofpartsdue to normalwear
and tear.
•Damage caused byaccident, misuseor
neglect, orthefittingofotherthan genuine
Truvoxparts.
•Defectsinotherthangenuine Truvox
parts,orrepairs,modificationsor
adjustmentsperformed byotherthan a
Truvoxserviceengineerorauthorised
service agent.
•Costsand risksof transportrelating directlyor
indirectlyto the guarantee ofthisproduct.
•Consumableitemsand wearpartssuchas
drive belts.
Thisguarantee doesnotaffectyourstatutory
rights,noryourrightsagainstthe supplierarising
fromtheirsalesorpurchase contract.
8 WasteElectrical &Electronic Equipment
Do not dispose ofthisdevicewith unsorted
waste. Improperdisposalmaybe harmfulto the
environment and human health.
Please referto yourlocalwaste authorityfor
information on return and collection systemsin
yourarea.
9 Technical specification
Allmodels: 230-240 V~50Hz,Class I construction. Fitted with25msupplycord and 13A fused plug.
Model WideArea Vac
Code
VWAV
Voltagev230
VacmotorW2 x1000
Vacuumliftmm 1600
Sound pressure leveldB(A)70
Size (L xWxH)cm50 x76x91
Cable length m25
Weight emptykg43
Brushwidthcm71
Brush Motorrpm1800
Brush height adjustment 5 pile settings
Drivebelt6 groovePoly-V
Filtration4 stageClean-Air
Warranty1year
TruvoxInternationalisaBSIRegisteredCompanyandourpolicyisone ofcontinuousdevelopment.
Wereserve the right to change specificationswithout priornotification.

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10 Accessories
PartPartno Description
PaperDust bag 90701Packof10 paperbags
Cloth dustbag 19816Cloth bag
Filter19855Secondaryfilter
Filter30088Vacuuminlet filter
11 FaultDiagnosis
ProblemReason Remedy
The Vacuumdoesnot work •Powerfailure. •Checkthe mainfuse, thepower
supplycordandtheplug.
•Checkand reset10Ampcutout
located on handle.
The brush doesnot rotate •Powerfailure
•Damaged belt
•Obstructionspresent
•Checkthe mainfuse, thepower
supplycordandtheplug.
•Checkand reset 3Ampcutout
located on handle.
•Removed side coverandcheck
belt. Replaceasnecessary
•Remove obstruction
*Ifthe fuse blowsseveraltimes, the machine should be checked byan authorisedServiceAgent.

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12 EC Declaration of Conformity
WeTruvoxInternationalLtd.
OfThird Avenue
Millbrook
Southampton
SO15 0LE
England
declarethatthe machinery
MakeWide Area Vacuum
TypeValet
ModelValet Wide Area Vacuum
SerialNumber:
YearofConstruction: 2008
hasbeen manufactured using the following transposed harmonized European Standardsand
technicalspecifications.
BS EN61000-6-3,BSEN 61000-6-2, BSEN60335-1and BSEN60335-2-69, and isin conformity
with:
the MachineryDirective 98/37/EECandsubsequent amendments,
the LowVoltage Directive73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments,
and the EMCDirective 89/336/EECandsubsequent amendments.
Signed in: SOUTHAMPTON, England
on the 1st dayofMarch2008
Signature
NameM. R. Eneas
PositionNewProduct Development Manager
TruvoxInternationalLimited
Third Avenue, Millbrook, Southampton, Hampshire SO15 0LE,England
Tel: [phone]Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail] Web: www.truvox.com