Windsor Versamatic VSE I-3 User manual

VSE l-3
A) Vacuum Extention Hose 1087
Optional
B) VSM-Tool Kit - Optional
1 Straight Tube
1084
2 Crevice Nozzle
1092
3 Clip
1081
4Dusting Brush
1094
5 Upholstery Nozzle
1090
6 Wall- and Upholstery
Brush 1325
C) Bags and Filters
1 Paper Bag (Pkg of 10)
2003
2 Cloth Bag
1079
(only use with Micro-Filter)
3 Exhaust Filter
1534
4 Vat Motor Filter
1044
5 Micro-Hospital-Filter
1435
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2
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions must always be followed,
including the following
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE
n To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not use near small children. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
comers. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. 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 air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Do not
place fingers or other body parts under vacuum unless unplugged.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may
be present.
16. Machines can cause a fire when operated near flammable vapors or materials. Do not operate this
machine near flammable fluids, dust or vapors.
17. Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
18. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
19. Do not use machine as a step.
20. If used on plush carpet or carpet with thick padding, do not leave machine in one place with machine
turned on.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adaptor that looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B
and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded
outlet (sketch A) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or
the like extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly
grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.
Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.

Important Safeguards
Accidents due to misuse can only be prevented by those using the machine. To guard against injury, basic safety
precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read and follow all safety instructions. WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED
OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES
This vacuum cleaner is designed to be safe when used to perform cleaning functions. Should damage occur to
electrical or mechanical parts, cleaner should be repaired by WINDSOR or competent service station before
using in order to avoid further damage to machine or physical injury to user.
A damaged power cord could cause electrical shock and/or fire. To minimize this possibility observe the
following precautions:
Do not run cleaner over power cord.
Avoid closing doors on power cord, pulling it around sharp edges, or placing sharp-edged objects
upon it.
Wind cord no tighter than is necessary to retain it on the cord hooks.
When disconnecting power cord from electrical outlet, grasp the plug. Pulling it out by the cord itself
can damage cord insulation and internal connections to plug.
Your vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush. To avoid bodily injury from suction or
moving parts, vacuum cleaner brush should not be placed against, or in close proximity of loose clothing, jewelry,
hair or body surfaces while cleaner is connected to electrical outlet. Cleaner should not be used to vacuum
clothing while it is being worn. Keep children away from machine when in operation or plugged in.
If used on plush carpet or carpet with thick padding, turn off unit when handle is in upright position. When using
accessory tools, keep floor brush off carpet by keeping handle in locked position and lowering handle with one
hand to raise brush off floor. Operate accessories with other hand.
Always plug your cleaner into a standard wall outlet. Use of extension cord or light socket with inadequate current-
carrying capacity could result in electric shock or fire hazard.
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet before servicing, such as changing bags or belts. You could receive
bodily injury from moving parts of machine should switch accidentally be turned on. Disconnect cleaner from
electrical outlet before detaching powerhead.
Do not use your vacuum cleaner in areas where flammable and/or explosive vapor or dust is present to avoid
possibility of fire or explosion. Some cleaning fluids can produce such vapors. Areas on which cleaning fluids
have been used should be completely dry and thoroughly aired before being vacuumed.
To avoid fire hazard, do not pick up matches, fireplace ashes, or smoking material with cleaner.
Keep your work area well lighted to avoid picking up harmful materials (such as liquids, sharp objects, or burning
substances) and avoid tripping accidents.
Use care when operating the cleaner on irregular surfaces such as stairs. A falling cleaner could cause bodily
injury and/or mechanical damage. Proper storage of machine in an out-of-the-way area immediately after use will
also prevent accidents caused by tripping over cleaner.
Store you vacuum indoors in a cool, dry area not exposed to the weather to avoid electrical shock and/or cleaner
damage.
Exercise strict supervision to prevent injury when using vacuum cleaner near children or when child is allowed to
operate vacuum cleaner. Do not allow children to play with vacuum cleaner and never leave cleaner plugged in
and unattended.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Preparation
Never run over the Cable with the power head.
Always carry the machine over steps and sills.
(1) Vacuum motor housing
(2) Dustbag housing
(3) Suction hose
(4) On -off switch
(5) Cable cleats
(6) Carrying recess
(7) Back cover
(8) Power head
Hold the vacuum section in the
vertical position and insert into
the power head. Locate the line
(13) on the motor housing (1)
accurately opposite the rib on
the swivel neck (14). The lock-
ing catch must be turned to the
left during the locating. Secure
the vacuum section in place by
turning the locking catch to the
vertical position.
Open white retaining ring (11)
on connecting tube (12) by
pushing ring to one side with
thumb. Insert hose ensuring that
it is pushedfully in. Return
white retaining ring to closed
position.
To release the machine from
the upright position press down
the foot pedal. (16)
Power head motor stops auto-
matically when hand nozzle
(17) is withdrawn and restarts
automatically when reinserted.
If power head does not start
check that hand nozzle is fully
inserted.
If warning light (18) comes on
check :
1) Is the dust bag full?
2) Is there a blockage in the
hose or power head?
(19) Please ensure that the
hose is secure in its recess to
prevent static charge build-up.
Maintenance
CAUTION - Always unplug machine at
For guarantee use only genuine Windsor- Parts
mains outlet before dismantlina any part
(e.g. Filter Bags, Filtres, Brush strip, etc.1
of the machine.
To change dust bag: Remove
back cover (7). Push down
lever (20). Lower dust bag from
connecting tube. Close aperture
of dust bag top with cardboard
cover (21 A). To fit new dust
bag: Insert top of dust bag (21)
into slot (22). Push lever (20)
down and fit aperture of dust
bag top over connecting tube.
Return lever so that it is in
horizontal position.
(23) Vacuum motor filter -
Replace after 20 paper bags
have been used.
If the back cover does not close
properly check:
1) Is the dust bag fitted
correctly?
2) Is the vacuum motor filter
(23) fitted correctly?
To replace brush strip: Remove
brush strip cover (241. Turn
brush roller so that the brush
strip can then be pulled out.
Ensure that the new brush strip
is fully inserted.
The electronic brush controller
monitors the operation of the
brush.
“Green light”
Brush correctly set and running.
“Green light and red light”
Adjust the brush setting by
turning the Pile adjustment
button (26) to a lower number.
If the lights still show at position
number one the brush strip is
worn out and must be changed.
“Red light”
The brush has become blocked
’ and is not turnina. Switch off.
unplug from the mains and ’
clear the blockage.
If the bag-full warning light
shows before the dust bag is
full check for blockages. The
hose can be checked by
pushing the white retaining ring
(11) to one side and pulling out
the hose from the connecting
tube (12). When re-inserting
the hose ensure that it is pushed
fully in before pushing the
white retaining ring back into
place.
When the exhaust filter has
become discoloured it should
be replaced. Press the button
(28) and pull the filter forwards.
To insert a new filter, locate the
filter into the motor housing
and push up until the button
(28) engages into place.

CAUTlON -The work detailed below should only be carried
out by persons qualified to repair electrical appliances.
Service Instructions
To remove the dust bag housing
(2) from the vacuum motor
housing (1) take off the back
cover and remove the four large
screws.
Keeping the power head attached,
the dust bag housing can be
eased off.
To remove the vacuum motor, first
detach the two black wires from
the terminal block.
When replacing ensure that the
motor support is fully located onto
the motor cover.
The motor cover should then be
firmly located onto the vacuum
motor and the motor, with its
cover and support, firmly seated
into position as shown in the
vaccum motor housing.
When properly seated the motor
cannot be turned.
Replace motor seal.
To remove the power head cover,
take off the brush strip access
cover (24) and remove the four
large screws from underneath the
chassis, The cover can then be
lifted off.
Changing the brush roller:
Push the belt (29) off the motor
pulley (30) and remove the four
screws which hold in the brush
bearing blocks. Lift out the
bearing blocks evenly. When re-
placing the roller with the bearing
blocks, push downwards keeping
the roller parallel with the chassis.
To remove the brush roller pulley
(31) hold the roller In one hand
and turn the pulley in a clockwise
direction.
To remove the motor pulley (36)
insert a screwdriver into a groove
and give a light tap in an anti-
clockwise direction. The
loosened pulley can then be
removed.
3 Wire
32
The switch housing cover is removed by taking out the three screws then lifting off.
Circuit Board (33) can be removed by loosening screw (32).
Changing the Electronic
Controller (34):
Disconnect the lead from the
motor. Lift the controller up-
wards from the motor. Lift the
controller upwards from its
location and then disconnect the
lead from the swivel neck.
To remove the swivel neck (35)
take out the two small screws (36)
from the swivel neck supports
(37) then lift the swivel neck
assembly from the chassis. On
re-assembly check that the leads
from the swivel neck do not
become trapped when the power
head cover is replaced.
To remove the swivel neck cover,
take out the retaining screw and
slide the cover (36) downwards
then lift out. On re-assembly
check that the leads do not be-
come trapped.
To remove the axle assembly
unscrew the three screws and
take off the axle clamps.
Before replacing, lightly grease
the axle. To replace, hook one end
of the spring on the axle then grip
the other end with a pair of pliers
and turn about a quarter of a turn.
Keeping the wheels at the ends of
the axle press the axle assembly
black into place.

Parts List

LIMITED WARRANTY
WINDSOR warrants to the original purchaser/user that this product is
unconditionally guaranteed free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and service for a period of one year.
WINDSOR will, at its option, repair or replace without charge, except
for transportations costs, parts that fail under normal use and service
when operated and maintained in accordance with the Instructions
Manual. This warranty does not apply to normal wear or to items whose
life is dependent on their use and care.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and
releases WINDSOR from all other obligations and liabilities. It is
applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended only to the
original user/purchaser of this product. WINDSOR is not responsible
for costs for repairs performed by persons other than those specifically
authorized by WINDSOR. This warranty does not apply to damage from
transportation, alterations by unauthorized persons, misuse or abuse of
the equipment, use of noncompatible chemicals, or damage or losses
of income due to malfunctioning of the product.
If a difficulty develops with this product, you should contact the dealer
from whom it was purchased.
Technical Details
Wiring Diagram
Voltage . . . . . 120 volt, 60 hz
Vacuum motor . . . . . 6.4 amp.
Water lift . . . . . . . 69 inches
Air flow . . . . . . . . 91 cfm
Brush motor . . . . . . 1.4 amp.
Dust bag capacity . . . . 1.3 gal.
Brush width . . . . . 123/4 inches
Brush strip . . . . . replaceable
Brush drive . .
non slip drive belt with
electronic overload protection
Height . . . . . . . 48 inches
Width . . . . . . . . 14 inches
Weight . . . . . . . . 16 Ibs
0622 UL-02/95
1 WARNING! Electric shock could occur
.
if used outdoors or on wet surfaces!
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