WERTHEIM Power Clean W4000 User manual

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User Manual
Power Clean W4000

On/Off Switch
(on machine)
Flexible Hose
Telescopic Wand
Wand Length Adjustment
Cord Rewind
Powerhead
Powerhead Height
Adjustment Button
Variable Speed Control
Combination Floor Tool
Mini Hand Turbo Brush
Crevice Tool
Dusting Brush
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wertheim vacuum
cleaner. There are many useful features built into your cleaner and
we recommend that you carefully read this instruction manual so
that you may take best advantage of them.
Due to our program of continuous product improvement and
innovation, sometimes the product you buy may differ slightly
from the one shown on this product carton.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The cleaner must be operated in accordance with these instructions
and used only for domestic household cleaning to remove DRY dirt
and dust from household carpets, ooring and fabrics. This cleaner
is not t to be used as an industrial cleaner, and is not designed for
the collection of vitreous building material including particle board,
construction products and similar products such as wood/bres,
cement, llers, bre glass etc or excessive or frequent sand. The
infrequent pick-up of these materials in these circumstances may be
harmful to your cleaner and may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Please read these instructions thoroughly
This will ensure you obtain full benet from your new cleaner. Keep this
instruction manual in a handy place for future reference.
Important
Always switch the cleaner off and remove the plug from the mains
power supply before cleaning your appliance, when not in use,
or attempting any maintenance task. The cleaner must only be
connected to an AC supply at the voltage shown on the rating plate.
This cleaner should only be used for its intended purpose as described
in these instructions. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without lters.

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Precautionary measures:
1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to
heaters, radiators, and other hot surfaces.
2. Before inserting the plug into the wall, make sure
your hand is dry.
3. Before turning on the vacuum cleaner, remove any
large or sharp objects from the oor or cleaning
surface in order to prevent damage to the lter.
4. When you want to pull the plug from the wall, do not
use the power cable, gently pull the plug from the
power socket.
5. If the air inlet, oor head or telescopic tube are
blocked, you should switch off the cleaner straight
away and remove from mains power. First clear the
blocked substance before attempting to start the
vacuum cleaner again.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave the appliance connected to the mains power
supply when not in use. Disconnect from any power supply before
performing any maintenance duties.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on
wet surfaces.
3. This appliance must not be used as a toy. Do not allow children to
use the appliance unattended.
4. Use only as described in this instruction manual. Do not use for any
other purpose except those outlined in this instruction manual.
5. If the power cable or plug appears damaged, do not use. If the
vacuum cleaner is not working correctly, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, please contact
Customer Care: 1800 815 270 or email [email protected]
6. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the power cable, use the power
cable as a handle, or pull the power cable around sharp edges or
corners. Avoid running the appliance over the power cable.
7. Keep the appliance away from heated surfaces.
8. Unplug the appliance by lightly grasping and pulling the plug from
the wall. Do not unplug the machine by pulling on the power cable.
9. Do not handle the appliance and/or power cable with wet hands.
10. Always ensure that all openings and entry points on the appliance
are clear from objects or any blockages before commencing use.
Removal of dust, lint, hair and dirt from all openings and entry points
will help improve airow on the appliance.

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11. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all body parts away from
openings and entry points on the appliance.
12. Ensure the appliance is switched off before unplugging.
13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up ammable items or
combustible liquids (i.e. petrol, hot ashes, cigarettes, matches or
anything burning) or use in areas where such substances and items
may be present.
15. Hold the plug when rewinding onto cord reel. To prevent accidental
injury do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.
16. Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the mains power supply
before connecting the hose to the unit.
17. Do not use the appliance without dust bag and/or lter in place.
18. If the power cable is damaged, do not use and contact Customer
Care: 1800 815 270 in order to avoid a hazard.
19. Do not extend the power cable beyond the red mark.
20. 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.
21. If using an extension cord please make sure that it is of an approved
type and that it is fully extended. Failure to do so could cause your
cleaner to overheat and damage it.
22. Regularly check the vacuum hose to ensure that there are no
damages. If damage is found please do not use.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Before using, unwind a sufcient length of cable and insert the plug into
the power socket. A yellow mark on the power cable shows the ideal
cable length. Do not extend the cable beyond the red mark.
1. Press the on/off button to turn
the vacuum on.
2. To rewind the power cable, press
the rewind button with one hand
and guide the cable with the
other hand to ensure that it does
not whip, causing damage to
the cable.

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Assembling Your Cleaner
The cleaner should be switched off and disconnected from the mains
power supply before you start to assemble.
1. Connect the hose
connector to the cleaner
making sure it ts rmly.
2. Fit handle into the telescopic
wand until it clicks into place.
3. Extend or reduce the
length of the wand by
depressing button and
moving the slider.

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Assembling Your Cleaner (cont’d)
The cleaner should be switched off and disconnected from the mains
power supply before you start to assemble.
4. Push the wand into the
powerhead (or combination
oor head), until it clicks
into place. To remove, press
button and separate.
5. Push the powerhead can
be controlled by the on/off
switch on the handle.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (cont’d)

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Powerhead
The use of a powerhead is recommended for the optimal cleaning
of carpets. The rotating design allows the powerhead to move in any
direction, making it easily manoeuvrable around obstacles.
Safety Precautions
1. Keep hair, hands and feet away from rotating brush while the
powerhead is running.
2. Remember the powerhead will operate whenever it is connected
to a running vacuum. If children are present, make sure to turn the
vacuum system off when leaving powerhead unit unattended.
3. Do not attempt to service or unclog the powerhead while unit
is running.
Combination Floor Tool
Ideal for daily cleaning on carpets and hard oors.
Note: The mini hand turbo brush adaptor
must be used to t the rod to the accessory.
1. Insert the smaller end of the adaptor into
the end of the mini hand turbo brush.
2. Insert the larger end of the adaptor into the end of the telescopic wand.
3. The mini hand turbo brush is now ready to be used with the vacuum.
Note: By unlocking the side release buttons, the external bristles can be
rotated to face upwards allowing a closer clean as required.
Mini Hand Turbo Brush
Ideal for picking up pet hair on upholstery.

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ACCESSORIES
Dusting Brush/
Crevice Tool
On-board tools are
located in their own
compartment between
control panel and hose
outlet and include
a crevice tool and
dusting brush.
Variable
Speed Control
Push the (–) button
to reduce energy
consumption and to
clean lightly soiled
areas or delicate
fabrics. Push the (+)
button for maximum
cleaning power in
heavily soiled areas.
Attach tools to the
end of the handle
or the wand.

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MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS DISCONNECT VACUUM FROM MAINS POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE STARTING THIS PROCEDURE!
Step 2. Remove Powerhead Cover
• Turn the nozzle upright and lift the
hood off (A).
Step 1. Remove Screws
• Remove screws from the base of
the powerhead.
Step 3. Remove Brushroll Cover
• Remove brushroll cover (B) by
removing the 2 phillips head screws.
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Step 5. Check/Remove Belt
• If belt is not broken but is stretched or
cut, pull it off the motor pulley (D).
Step 6. Remove/Replace Belt
• Lift up the end of the brushroll
Remove the old belt from the brushroll
pulley (E) and replace with a new belt.
The lettering on the belt must be visible.
(Lettering should be facing out.)
• Stretch the belt and attach to the
motor pulley.
MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)
Step 4.
• Lift brushroll cover off (C).

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Step 7. Replace Brushroll
• Hold the opposite end of brushroll in
place. Push the belt end forward and
down while rotating the end plate
(F) until it slides into place. Turn the
brushroll, making sure it rotates freely.
Step 8. Replace Brushroll Cover
• Place brushroll cover back over
the brushroll.
• Replace the two cover screws.
Step 9. Replace Powerhead Cover
• The nozzle must be in the upright
locked position.
• Position the hood on top of nozzle
base. Make sure wires and buttons are
aligned. Do not force the hood on.
• Turn the nozzle over.
• Replace the screws for the hood and
base. See Step 1.
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Step 10. When to Replace
the Brushroll
• When brushroll bristles are worn, the
brushroll should be replaced.
• To check condition of the bristles,
hold a card on the bottom plate
while turning the brushroll. Replace
the brushroll if bristles do not touch
the card.
How to Replace the Brushroll
1. Remove hood and base on
powerhead, remove brushroll cover,
belt and brushroll. See Steps 1-6.
2. Discard the old brushroll.
3. Install the new brushroll and belt.
See Steps 7-9.
MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)

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How to Clear Blockages
• Low suction or pick up may be due
to a blockage in the system. Refer
to the following steps to check for
blockages, continuing with each
step until the blockage is found.
Hose/Wand Blockage
• Disconnect powerhead and wand
from handle.
• Plug vacuum in and turn it on.
Check the hose end for suction.
Remove any obstructions.
• If there is no blockage in the hose.
Remove the powerhead from
wand and attach wand to hose.
Check for suction and remove
any blockages.

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MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)
• Make sure powerhead is disconnected
from wand. Then check for blockage
in nozzle connection (B).
• There is an additional panel on the
bottom of the powerhead (C). This
opening provides a secondary place
to check and clear blockage.
Powerhead Blockage
• If the nozzle becomes clogged, use
the following procedures to check for
and clear the blockage.
• If blockage is severe enough the
powerhead will shut off. After the
blockage is cleared you must push
the Overload Protection Reset button
(A) before the powerhead will
operate again.

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Height Adjustment
The Powerhead is at the centre of the deep cleaning technology. It has
a number of innovative features to make cleaning fast and efcient.
There is a six step brush height adjustment, and a dirt seeking headlight.
For added safety, an overload protection device has been tted.
Mini Hand Turbo Brush
WARNING: ENSURE THE CLEANER IS NOT CONNECTED
TO THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY WHEN PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
Step 1: Unlock the neck on the
hand turbo brush by twisting
anti-clockwise.
Step 2: Push the release buttons
on the side of the Mini Hand
Turbo Brush down to unlock the
external bristles. Rotate this bristle
attachment upwards.
Step 3: Remove the clear cover.

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MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)
Mini Hand Turbo Brush (cont’d)
Step 4: Remove any dirt or hair
from the roller brush.
Step 5: Replace the clear cover.
Step 6: Lock the neck on the hand
turbo brush by twisting clockwise.
Step 7: Rotate the external bristles
down and lock the side release
buttons by pushing upwards.