will notice that suction has stopped by the motor now
running faster. In this event, switch the appliance off and
unplug it.
Be aware that the full tank can be very heavy.
For vacuum cleaner model VC 1220 the upper section
from the tank (Fig.2) and pour the rest of the liquid into a
suitable tank or drain. Then, you can continue vacuum-
ing after you have replaced the upper section (Fig.7).
For vacuum cleaner model VC 1430S remove the cap
from the drain outlet (22) and pour the rest of the liquid
into a suitable tank or drain. Then, you can continue
vacuuming after you have replaced the drain outlet cap.
After wet vacuuming, switch off the appliance and un-
plug it. Empty the container and clean/dry it inside and
outside before putting it away.
IMPORTANT! After wet vacuuming, please proceed as
described in the section entitled „Dry Vacuum cleaning"
before you dry vacuum again.
ACCESSORIES
MODEL
Hose set
Two-part plastic tube
Plastic telescopic tube
Dust bag
Dry filter
Foam filter
PET pleated filter
Cellulose pleated filter
Floor nozzle
Combo nozzle
Crevice nozzle
Air-control handle
Power tool adapter
Rollers
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
The appliance doesn't work.
Dust is escaping from the motor
cover.
Low suction power and high motor
speed / vibrations
Original instructions
VC 1430S
VC 1220
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2 castors +
4 castors
2 big wheels
Probable cause
No power
Functional fault in the power cord,
switch, or motor
Tank is full of liquid
The dust bag is missing or
damaged
Dust bag is full
WARNING: Use only original SPARKY ac-
cessories. The use of non original spare parts or
accessories presents potential danger and voids the
guarantee.
VI - Maintenance
▪ Make sure that the appliance is not plugged into the
power mains.
▪ Remove the suction hose (5) from the tank.
▪ Loosen the clamps (Fig.1) and separate the upper
section from the tank (Fig.2).
▪ Remove all the dirt and residue from the tank and the
hose.
▪ Clean the foam plastic filter (9) by washing it with a
mild detergent.
▪ Check the hoses and connections and check the
power cord for any damage.
▪ When the foam plastic filter (9) is removed, check the
float (10). To do this, take the upper section by the
handle and tip it carefully so that the filter basket is
facing upwards. The float should move freely up and
down (Fig.18).
WARNING: Never use alcohol, petrol or other
cleaning agent. Never use caustic agents to clean
plastic parts.
WARNING: Water must never come into con-
tact with the electric appliance.
IMPORTANT! To assure product safety and reliability,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be per-
formed by authorised SPARKY service centres or other
qualified service organisations, always using genuine
replacement parts.
Corrective action
Check the power supply
Test, repair or replace the
damaged part
Empty the tank
Put in a dust bag or replace it.
Replace the dust bag
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