General Safety Instructions
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Read the operating instructions carefully before
putting the appliance into operation and keep the
instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if
possible, the box with the internal packing.
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The appliance is designed exclusively for private use
and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not
fi t for commercial use. Do not use it outdoors (except
if it is designed to be used outdoors). Keep it away
from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never
dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the
appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or
wet, unplug it immediately. Do not put it in water.
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When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the ap-
pliance and always pull out the plug from the socket
(pull on the plug, not the cable) if the appliance is not
being used and remove the attached accessories.
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Do not operate the machine without supervision. If
you should leave the workplace, always switch the
machine off or remove the plug from the socket (pull
the plug itself, not the lead).
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To protect children from the dangers posed by
electrical appliances, make sure that the cable is
hanging low and that children do not have access to
the appliance.
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Check the appliance and the cable for damage on a
regular basis. Do not use the appliance if it is dama-
ged.
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Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always
contact an authorized technician. To avoid the expos-
ure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced
only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or
by a qualifi ed person and with a cable of the same
type.
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Use only original spare parts.
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Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety
Instructions".
Special Safety Instructions
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Do not suck up liquids!
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Do not suck up hot ashes or pointed or sharp objects!
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Do not use the appliance in humid rooms!
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Never use without the fi lter. Check that the fi lter is
inserted correctly!
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hair, clothing and body parts away from the vacuum
nozzle during use!
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Keep the vacuum cleaner away from sources of heat
like radiators, ovens, etc.!
Overview of the Components
1 Cable
2 On/off switch
3 Dust container
4 Carrying handle
5 Cable-winding key
6 Floor nozzle
7 Floor nozzle switch
8 Outlet fi lter
9 Hose connection
10 Button for opening the dust container
11 Wheels
12 Vacuum hose
13 Suction tube, 2-part
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Start-up
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Insert the vacuum hose in the opening in the dust bag
compartment until it locks in mechanically.
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To release the hose, press the button on the vacuum
hose.
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Keep the button pressed and pull out the hose.
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Insert the vacuum tube into the handle if required.
Using the Appliance
1. Fit on the accessory.
2. Unwind the necessary length of cable and insert the
plug in a duly installed 230V/50Hz protective contact
socket.
3. Vacuum at a steady speed. There is no need to exert
pressure.
4. Attention: pay attention to the range that can be
covered with the cable length.
Cable winding device
Pull out the cable up to the maximum length indicated
with the yellow mark. Never pull the cable out up to the
red mark as the cable winding can be damaged. Said
damages are not covered by the warranty.
Winding
Press the cable winding button and guide the cable. Hold
the cable to avoid wrapping.
Floor nozzle
For cleaning carpets or smooth surfaces.
Smooth fl oors:
Press the lever with the brush symbol
down with your foot. The brushes now
become visible.
Carpets:
Press down the other side of the lever.
The brushes are now lowered.
Releasing the
accessories:
Pull them apart while turning slightly.
Damper
Open the damper on the hose handle to adjust the airfl ow
or to release objects clinging to the nozzle.
Filter
Your vacuum cleaner has three fi lters.
1. Main fi lter (in the dust container):
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As your vacuum cleaner has a fi lter which you can re-
move and wash, there is no need for you to purchase
replacement dust backs.
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Open the dust container. Take out the fi lter insert.
Empty the contents of the dust container and clean
the main fi lter by knocking it against an object.
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Stubborn dirt can be removed by passing water
against the direction of airfl ow through the fi lter fabric.
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Only replace the fi lter insert when it is completely dry!
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