User manual MORPHY RICHARDS IB70047

[. . . ] · The appliance must never be left running when unsupervised. · This vacuum cleaner is intended for domestic use only. Misuse or use for commercial or any other purpose will render the guarantee invalid. Product safety · Never use the appliance without the filters being installed. · Never use the appliance to vacuum hot ashes, broken glass, sharp objects or liquids. Mains lead · Do not allow the mains lead to become strained or run this appliance over it. [. . . ] Push the on/off foot switch to start the motor. 4 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 5 Controlling suction power The suction power can be varied to suit the surface being cleaned, by using the variable power control. See table for guideline settings. Certain models only Open Closed The suction power can also be adjusted using the fingertip control on the handle. Closed: full suction Open: low suction Overheating protection In the event of a motor overload, your vacuum cleaner will switch off automatically. If this occurs, press the on/off switch, disconnect from the mains supply and leave for 15 minutes to allow the motor cool down. The vacuum cleaner cuts out automatically when: · The floor nozzle or tubes become blocked · Using the vacuum cleaner with a full dustbag · The motor protection filter is very dirty · The exhaust filter is very dirty. Check and rectify before attempting to reuse your vacuum cleaner. IMPORTANT: Do not use your vacuum cleaner without the filters fitted. Power setting Application Curtains and delicate fabrics Textiles and upholstery Floor coverings such as rugs or economy setting for carpets Carpets or hard floor coverings 5 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 6 Tube standby During short breaks in cleaning the tubes can be held in an upright, `standby' position, whilst you move furniture for instance. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the appliance is never left unattended whilst it is switched on. Switching off Switch off the appliance. Remove the plug from the mains supply and rewind the power cable using the cable rewind foot switch. WARNING: When using the cable rewind, always hold the plug as the cable will rewind quickly. Storage Tube park The vacuum cleaner can be stored in an upright position. Rotate the floor nozzle until the lug on the back of it can be fitted into the tube park slot on the base of the appliance. 6 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 7 Changing the dustbag If suction power is reduced or if the `dust bag full' indicator is permanently on, the dust bag needs changing. Also check whether the suction hose, tube or nozzle are blocked. To access the dust bag, press the dust compartment release button to open the cover. 1 Pull the tab on the dust bag to one side so that the opening is hygienically sealed. 2 Pull out the dust bag holder and dust bag in an upward direction. 3 Pull the bag sideways out of the holder. 4 Dispose of the bag with your household waste. 6 Replace the dust bag holder and close the cover. IMPORTANT: The dust bag compartment cover can only be closed once a dust bag has been correctly inserted. 7 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 8 Changing the motor protection filter IMPORTANT: Never use the appliance without the motor protection filter installed, otherwise damage to the motor may occur which would not be covered by the guarantee. Allergy models with 3-layer hygiene filter cassette 1 Pull out the filter cassette in an upward direction and clean by tapping gently or dispose of it with your household waste. It is recommended that this filter should be cleaned everytime the dustbag is changed and replaced every 6 months, or sooner if it starts to give an unpleasant odour or if the dust bag has been damaged. IMPORTANT: The filter material is sensitive. Do not press the surface or you may damage the filter material. Insert the dust bag and close the dust bag compartment cover. 8 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 9 Changing the exhaust air filter The exhaust air filter should be cleaned by shaking every time the dustbag is changed. This filter can also be washed in warm water (no detergents added) and allowed to dry naturally. [. . . ] The Seal of Approval Scheme forms a part of this initiative. 10 O VA L S EA L 70047 Rev 1 4/3/05 11:46 AM Page 11 Your three-year guarantee It is important to retain the retailers receipt as proof of purchase. Staple your receipt to this back cover for future reference. Please quote the following information if the product develops a fault. These numbers can be found on the base of the product. [. . . ]