User manual DELONGHI XL 1040P

[. . . ] 4) If you wash the filters, make sure they are completely dry before replacing them. 5) Keep the suction outlet away from eyes, ears, nose etc when the appliance is in operation. 6) Do not vacuum up red hot objects (cinders, cigarette ends, etc). 7) Always unplug the appliance from the mains socket when not in use or before cleaning or maintenance. [. . . ] 2) and pull upwards. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOOLS To make sure the tools are correctly attached to the cleaner, press in firmly: fig. 1 Carpet/floor brush (M) Efficiently removes dust from floors (marble or tiled), rugs or carpets. 3) is pushed towards the "hard floors" position ( ), the bristles protrude to clean hard floors more efficiently. This position is recommended for in-depth cleaning of floors and for floors with pronounced joints. When the pedal is pushed towards the "carpets" symbol ( ), the bristles retract and the brush is ready to clean fabric surfaces and delicate floors such as fig. To reach under radiators or shallow furniture, flatten the brush by lowering it and rotating it clockwise or anticlockwise (Fig. Multipurpose nozzle for upholstered furniture (fig. 5) Ideal for cleaning sofas, armchairs, upholstery, car interiors, blankets, mattresses, curtains, etc. 4 TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON Set the appliance up according to your cleaning requirements, then plug into a suitable mains socket. Press the ON/OFF switch (H). MODELS WITH POWER REGULATOR (D) (IF PRESENT) In models with power regulation (D), adjust the power by turning the regulator. Before turning the appliance on, you are recommended to turn the regulator to minimum. The electronic regulator enables suction power to be varied according to the type of surface to be treated. · Maximum power: use for carpets, rugs, corners, edges and heavy dirt (gravel, breadcrumbs, etc). · Medium power: saves electricity, reduces noise and is more than enough to remove dust from hard floors and upholstery. · Minimum power: essential when vacuuming delicate and light objects such as lightweight upholstery to avoid the fabric being sucked up and hampering efficient cleaning. "PARKING" POSITION While cleaning, the appliance can be left briefly in the vertical. Simply extract the bristles (by pressing the pedal towards the position), place the brush in an upright position and push the cleaner forwards until the guide X fits into the slot Y (see figure 7). To resume work, pull the cleaner by the handgrip towards itself until the brush joint is released. Y X The "parking" position can also be used to put the appliance away after cleaning. You should, however, always rest it against a wall. fig. 7 11 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before carrying out maintenance of any sort, always make sure the appliance is unplugged from the mains. Clip E 1 Dust bag full indicator (G) The dust bag full indicator is activated when the vacuum hose is blocked or the paper dust bag is over full. The appliance takes a special "square" bag. [. . . ] 11 12 Motor filter maintenance To keep suction power at maximum efficiency, the motor cool and the air given out completely clean and dust free, always keep the motor filter clean. To remove the filter, open the appliance, following the instructions for replacing the dust bag, then remove the filter (fig. Simply wash regularly with water and normal detergent then when dry, replace. Replacing the microfilter Release clip E. Replace the filter with a new one, attaching it to the teeth provided. [. . . ]