Victa MV 1200 User manual

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IMPORTANT
READ THIS BOOK CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE
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MINI-VAC
CONTENTS
Features......................................................................................1
Safety instructions ............................................................................2
Assembling your Mini Vac .....................................................................4
Using your Mini Vac ...........................................................................6
Maintenance & helpful tips ....................................................................8
Warranty ....................................................................................10
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Powerful 1400 Watt
electric motor
ON/OFF switch
Ergonomic handle
Easy to remove
lightweight
consumable bag
Easy to manoeuvre
wheel design
Extra wide low
clearance vacuum inlet
FEATURES
Adjustable operating
height
Cooling Air inlets
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MINI-VAC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Caution
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of
the appliance.
Ensure that the power point is switched o and the plug removed before you
attempt any maintenance, adjustment or cleaning of your Victa Mini Vac. Before
using check the supply and extension cords for wear or damage. Do not use the
appliance if the cord is damaged or worn.
Keep bystanders away. The Victa Mini Vac should not be used any closer than 15m
to other people. Never operate while children or pets are nearby.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the Victa Mini Vac. Use a face or
dust mask whenever the conditions are dusty. Hearing protection should always
be used.
Don’t use your Victa Mini Vac in wet conditions. Don’t leave or use it in the rain. Do
not vacuum water, liquids or excessively damp debris.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING MACHINE
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agent if:
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they have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they
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tangling with the impeller may cause the motor to overload and stall. If this occurs
switch the Mini Vac o. Do not allow the Mini Vac to remain switched on in the
stalled or overloaded condition.
Note: Do not use the Mini Vac for anything out side of its intended use.
See a authorised dealer for further assistance if required.
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designed for outdoor use. Nominal cross-sectional area of the conductors should
not be less than 1.0mm2.
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MINI-VAC
ASSEMBLING
YOUR MINI-VAC
Mini Vac unit
Bag
Unassembled
handle
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Bag Hook
FITTING THE HANDLE
1. Fit loose bolt through lower tube. Fit
center tube over bolt, then screw on
hand knob.
2. Fit handle to center tube and screw on
other hand knob.
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over handle hook.
ATTACHING THE VACUUM BAG
1. Fit“twist-and-seal” bag attachment to
vacuum discharge.
2. Twist bag attachment handle to upright
position
ON
OFF
DO NOT FORCE
HANDLE
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MINI-VAC
USING YOUR
MINI-VAC
BEFORE YOU START
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extension cord through the handle and
around the cord restraint as shown.
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from the appliance.
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disconnect the supply cord from the
mains immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
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supply.
- whenever you leave the machine;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or
working on the appliance;
- if the appliance starts to vibrate
abnormally.
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It is recommended that the Mini Vac
should be connected to the mains through
a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a
tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
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from a standing position. Never while
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over the area to be cleared.
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2. Unhook bag
EMPTYING THE VACUUM BAG
3. Unzip bag
4. Empty bag into
a rubbish bin
3. Unzip bag
1. Rotate “twist-and-seal”
collar to the OFF position
OFF
Note: Shake bag to empty contents.
Always wear eye protection when
cleaning the bag.
NOTE: ENSURE THE MINI VAC IS SWITCHED OFF!
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MINI-VAC
MAINTENANCE
& HELPFUL TIPS
High
Setting
low
Setting
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The Mini Vac has height adjustment
that is easy to change.
Note: Ensure your Mini Vac is switched
o before adjusting the operating
height.
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the front wheels forward, so they are in
the slot closest to the vacuum inlet.
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front wheels back, so they are in the slot
closest to the handle.
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