VOLTA Contour Gen 3 U4210 User manual

Contour Gen3 U4210
Mightymite Gen3 U4214
Instruction Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for choosing a Volta Vacuum Cleaner
from the Electrolux Group.To ensure total
satisfaction, read the instruction manual carefully.
Retain for reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE)
When using an electrical appliance, basic precaution
should always be followed, including the following:
Before connecting the cleaner to an electrical supply
outlet ensure that the voltage marked on the rating
plate ( on the underside of the cleaner ) is correct
for your electrical supply. If it does not comply, do
not use the cleaner prior to contacting
the manufacturer.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Close attention is necessary
when used near children.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
5. Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufactures
recommended attachments.
6. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
vacuum cleaner is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped in water, enter it to a service
centre before using.
7. Do not pull or carry on cord, use as a handle.
Do not close door on cord, or pull around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner
over cord.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
9. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner
with wet hands.
10. Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that may reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and
all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
12.
Turn all controls off before unplugging.
13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs .
14. Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.
15. Unplug before connecting the hose.
16. Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
17. Do not use without dust bag and/or filter
in place.
18. Do not use extension cords or outlets with
inadequate current carrying capacity.
19. We recommend you do not use your
vacuum on carpet cleaning foams, sharp
or heavy building materials or plaster dust.
They could damage or clog dustbag
and cause failures to other key parts
in your vacuum cleaner and render your
warranty invalid.
20. Store your cleaner indoors in a cool,
dry area.
21. Keep your work area well lighted.
22. Unplug electrical appliances before
vacuuming them.
SERVICE & REPAIR
It is dangerous to alter the specification or modify
the product in any way. Under no circumstances
should you attempt to repair the cleaner yourself.
Repairs are undertaken by unauthorized or
inexperienced persons may cause injury and/or
serious malfunction and may void warranty.
NB! To avoid injury and prevent damage to the
machine, a defective lead must only be replaced by
an authorised Volta service provider approved by
the manufacturer.
The cleaner should be serviced by an authorized
Volta service provider and only genuine Volta spare
parts should be used.
Double Insulation
Your vacuum cleaner is double insulated.This means
that all external parts are electrically insulated from
the mains.This is done by placing insulation barriers
between the electrical and mechanical components,
making it unnecessary for the cleaner to be earthed.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
1. Floor nozzle
2. Release knob
3. Tube Set (two pieces)
4. Hose
5. Bent end handle
6. Top cover
7. On/off switch
8. Cord rewind pedal
9. Variable speed adjuster
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ASSEMBLING VACUUM CLEANER
Always remove the plug from the power socket
before fitting or removing accessories!
Fitting or removing the flexible
hose Fitting:
Insert flexible hose into the air intake duct on the
top of appliance.Press until it clicks into position.
Removing:
Remove the plug form the power socket.
To release the flexible hose, press firmly the two
release buttons on the hose sleeve and remove
the hose from the air intake duct.
Fitting the tube set and accessories
Fit the tube set to the bent end handle.
Fit the floor nozzle to the extension tubes.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
If the suction air flow is blocked, you should switch
off the vacuum cleaner at once. First clear the
blockage from the hose and/or telescopic extension
tube before you attempt to start the vacuum
cleaner again.
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close
to heaters and like radiators, cigarette butts etc.
2. Before you insert the plug into the power
socket, make sure your hands are dry.
3. Before you start using the vacuum cleaner,
please remove large or sharp objects from
the floor in order to prevent the paper
bag to be damaged.
4. When you want to pull the plug form the power
socket, please do this at the plug itself and not
by the means of the electrical cable.
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a cable and
plug, which rolls up on activation of the rewind
pedal. If the plug or cable is damaged, the plug and
cable assembly must be replaced by returning the
product to your local Electrolux Service Provider in
order to avoid a hazard.
ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM CLEANER
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Press the ON/OFF switch pedal to start the
appliance.
Adjust the power control knob to regulate the
suction level required of the vacuum cleaner.
To rewind the power cable, press the rewind pedal
with one hand and guide the cable with the other
hand to ensure that it does not whip causing damage.
MAINTENANCE
REMEMBER
1. If your cleaner does not operate check the
plug connections and the mains fuse.
If the cleaner still does not operate, please
consult the back cover of this booklet for
our customer service line.
2. Volta regret that they cannot regard the
clearing of a blocked hose being a service
provided free of charge, under warranty.
Changing the paper or cloth dust bag
Always operate the cleaner with paper or cloth
dust bag installed. If you forget to attach the dust
bag or attach it in the wrong manner, the dust
cover may not close properly.
Combination Floor Nozzle
Ideal for the daily cleaning on both carpets and
hard floors. For carpets, the brush strip should be
in a retracted position. Use the shift button on
top of the nozzle.
Press the shift button to eject the brush strip for
soft efficient cleaning of hard floor.
Cleaning tools use
The crevice nozzle and dusting brush are supplied
in the box with the vacuum cleaner.
Crevice nozzle:
For radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and
between cushions.
Dusting brush:
Dusting brush is used for venation, blinds, books,
lamp shades and shelves.
You can disconnect the Dusting brush and use as
a sofa nozzle.
Upholstery tool:
For furniture, upholstery, curtains and fabrics.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Before using appliance, unwind a sufficient length
of cable and insert the plug into the power socket.
A yellow mark on the power cable shows the ideal
cable length. Don’t extend the cable beyond the
red mark.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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1. After removing the hose, open
the front cover.
2. Raise the support of the bag to an
upright position.
3. Remove the dust bag.
4. In case of paper bag.
Replace the paper bag with new when it is
full of dust or dust bag indicator shows red.
In case of cloth bag
Follow the above 1,2,3 steps
To open, slide the plastic clip off the bag
Empty bag and refit the plastic clip
Note:The cloth bag may be washed in lukewarm
water and dried completely.It should not be washed
in washing machine.
5. Close the cover by pressing down until it
is locked
6. *Note: A cloth bag is not supplied with this
product. To purchase a cloth bag, please return
to the place of purchase or contact Electrolux
on 1300 365 305 (Aus), 0508 730 730 (NZ).
WARNING:
On collection of proprietary carpet conditioning
powders, plaster / concrete dust, it is
recommended that the dust bag is changed.
Some of the preparations contain substances
which while left in the vacuum cleaner for
extended periods could create damage.
Many air fresheners, household deodorants,
sprays and polishes contain highly inflammable
gas propellants. Because of this it is particularly
important that these products are used strictly
in accordance with the relevant manufacturers
instructions. It is essential that none of the above
products are sprayed directly into the vacuum
cleaner or any of the filters, hose assembly or
dust chamber
Cleaning filter
• Filtershouldbecleanedatleasttwiceayear
or when it becomes visibly dirty.
• Alwaysoperatethecleanerwithlterinstalled,
otherwise reduced suction or motor damage
may result.
• Disconnectfromelectricaloutlet,before
cleaning the filter.
• Donotuseawashingmachinetorinselter.
• Donotusehairdryertodryit.
1. Pull dust bag by pulling dust bag collar
upwards.
2. Remove filter from holder.
3. Rinse filter in lukewarm water and dry the
filter completely.
4. Put back filter into the filter holder and refit.
Changing the Micro-exhaust filter
1. Open the Air-Outlet Filter Grille by pressing the
grill latch and pull out.
2. Take the filter out and replace with a clean filter.
3. Close the Air-Outlet Filter Grille.
4. To purchase new filters, contact Electrolux
on 1300 365 305 (Aus), 0508 730 730 (NZ).
MAINTENANCE
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6.
This document sets out the terms and conditions of product warranties for Volta branded appliances. It is an important document. Please keep
it with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should you require service for your Volta appliance.
Important Notice: Before Calling a Service Technician please check carefully the operating instructions, service booklet
and the warranty terms and conditions.
FOR SERVICE OR TO FIND THE ADDRESS OF YOUR NEAREST STATE SERVICE CENTRE IN AUSTRALIA
Please call 1300.366.366.
FOR SPARE PARTS OR TO FIND THE ADDRESS OF YOUR NEAREST STATE SPARE PARTS CENTRE IN NEW
ZEALAND Please call 0508 730 730
General Terms and Conditions
In this warranty Electrolux means Electrolux Pty Ltd ABN 21
000 015 136 in respect of Appliances purchased in Australia
and Electrolux (NZ) Limited in respect of Appliances purchased
in New Zealand; ‘Appliance’ means any Volta branded product
purchased by you accompanied by this document; ‘Warranty
Period’ means where you use the Appliance for personal,
domestic or household purposes in Australia and in New
Zealand, the period of 24 months; where you use the Appliance
for commercial purposes, the period of 3 months following the
date of original purchase of the Appliance; ‘you’ means the
purchaser of the Appliance not having purchased the appliance
for re-sale, and ‘your’ has a corresponding meaning.
1. This warranty only applies to Volta branded appliances
purchased and used in Australia or New Zealand and is in
addition to (and does not exclude, restrict, or modify in any
way) any non-excludable statutory warranties in Australia or
New Zealand.
2. Electrolux warrants that, when dispatched from an Electrolux
warehouse, the Volta branded appliance is free from defects
in materials and workmanship for the Warranty Period.
3. During the warranty period Electrolux or its Authorised
Service Centre will, at no extra charge and subject to these
terms and conditions, repair or replace any parts which
it considers to be defective. You agree that any replaced
Appliances or parts become the property of Electrolux. This
warranty does not apply to bonus giveaways or batteries,
drive belts, filters, accessories or similar consumable parts.
4. You are responsible for paying all service call fees and/or
transport charges and/on damages and loss incurred in
connection with transportation of this appliance to and from
Electrolux or its duly appointed service provider’s premises.
5. Parts and appliances not supplied by Electrolux are not
covered by this warranty
6. Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim
under this warranty. You may not make a claim under
this warranty unless the defect claimed is due to faulty or
defective parts or workmanship. Electrolux is not liable in
the following situations (which are not exhaustive):
A) The Appliance is damaged by:
(i) use with anything other than Volta genuine
spare parts
(ii) accident
(iii) vacuuming up wet materials or construction/building
materials that is not normal day to day domestic
dry use
(iv) misuse, neglect or abuse, including failure to
properly maintain or service
(v) normal wear and tear
(vi) power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect
power supply.
(vii) incomplete or improper installation
(viii) incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation
(ix) insect or vermin infestation.
B) The Appliance is modified without authority from
Electrolux in writing.
C) The Appliance’s serial number or warranty seal has
been removed or defaced.
D) The Appliance was serviced or repaired by anyone
other than Electrolux or its Authorised Service Centres.
This warranty, the contract to which it relates and the
relationship between you and Electrolux are governed by the
law applicable in the State where the Appliance is purchased
if the Appliance is purchased in Australia or the law applicable
in New Zealand if the Appliance is purchased there. Where the
Appliance is purchased in New Zealand for business purposes
the Consumer Guarantee Act does not apply.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law:
A) Electrolux excludes all warranties other than as
contained in this document;
B) Electrolux shall not be liable for any loss or damage
whether direct or indirect or consequential arising
from your purchase, use or non-use of the Appliance.
Provisions of the Trade Practices Act and State consumer
legislation in Australia, and the Consumer Guarantees Act,
the Sale of Goods Act and the Fair Trading Act in New Zealand,
imply warranties or conditions, or impose obligations, upon
Electrolux which cannot be excluded, restricted or modified.
To the extent permitted by law, the liability of Electrolux (if any)
arising out of or in relation to the Appliance or any services
supplied by Electrolux shall be limited (where it is fair and
reasonable to do so),: in the case of Appliances, at its option,
to the replacement or repair of the Appliances or the supply of
equivalent products or the payment of the cost of replacing the
Appliances or having the Appliances repaired or of acquiring
equivalent Appliances. Upon being replaced, parts and
Appliances become the property of Electrolux; or in the case of
services, at its option, to the supply of the services again or the
payment of the cost of having the services re-supplied; and in
the case of Appliances or services supplied in New Zealand,
loss or damage whether direct or indirect or consequential that
is reasonably foreseeable.
Privacy
You acknowledge that in the event that you make a warranty
claim it will be necessary for Electrolux and its Authorised
Service Centres to exchange information in relation to you to
enable Electrolux to meet its obligations under this warranty.
WARRANTY
for sales Australia in New Zealand
APPLIANCE: VOLTA BRAND VACUUM CLEANERS
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Electrolux Floor Care and Small Appliances
Electrolux Pty Ltd ACN 000 015 136
13 Gilbert Park Drive, Knoxfield Victoria,
Australia, 3180. Ph: 1300 366 366
www.electrolux.com.au
Electrolux Floor Care and Small Appliances
A division of Electrolux (NZ) Limited
130 Cryers Road, East Tamaki, Auckland
New Zealand.Ph: [phone]
www.electrolux.co.nz
*Some models may be limited in availability or be available from certain stores only.
Not all models and specifications are available at time of printing and not all models are available in NZ.
See your local Volta retailer or call the above phone numbers for further information if required.
*Due to the Electrolux policy of continual product development; specifications,colours and details
of our products and those mentioned in this manual are subject to change without notice.
Publication date: 09/2008
KEEP THIS FOR YOUR RECORDS
TO completed by the Purchaser
Model
Serial No
Date of Purchase
Retailers Name
Retailers Address
City State
Attach Your Purchase Receitpt Here
33380725
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