User manual VOLTA U412

[. . . ] 1989 (including Amendment Directive 92/31/EWG) ­ EMC Directive. · Only connect the appliance to ­ 220/230 V ­ AC. · The mains circuit for the socket used must be protected with a fuse with a rating of at least 10 A. [. . . ] Repairs to electrical appliances are only to be performed by qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. For this reason, please contact you dealer or VOLTA customer service direct in the event of a malfunction. 27 Making the Vacuum Cleaner Ready for Use The accessories can be connected by either applying pressure or twisting, and disconnected by either pulling them apart or twisting. Connect Together the Suction Hose and Suction Tube. Firmly connect the suction hose handle to the suction tube. Mains Connection/Cable Rewind The mains cable is in the cable compartment. Pull out the cable and plug into the mains. Press the foot button, the cable rewinds automatically following completion of vacuuming. Using the Nozzles Using the Floor Nozzle Connect the Suction Tubes Together Connect the two tubes together. For the daily care of carpets and hard floors. The floor nozzle is universally suited for daily vacuuming of carpets and hard floor surfaces such as parquet, tiles, linoleum, etc. without manual change over. Connect the Suction Hose Insert the suction hose connector in the suction inlet. It locks in place and can be rotated all the way around. Press the release button and pull out the connector in order to remove the suction hose. 28 Switching On Switch On and Off You can switch the appliance on and off by pressing the On/Off button. Power Regulation: Crevice and Upholstery Nozzle Stored in the Appliance For specific cleaning requirements, two other items are included with the vacuum cleaner in an integrated accessories compartment*. Open the compartment by pressing gently as shown in the Figure. The nozzles may be attached to both the suction tube or the handle on the suction hose, depending on requirements. Power Regulation - Rotary Regulator The suction power can be adjusted to suit the specific situation using the electronic power regulation. Crevice Nozzle For vacuuming crevices, gaps and corners. Upholstery Nozzle For vacuum cleaning all upholstered furniture, mattresses, etc. The thread lifting strips on the nozzle even pick up thread and lint. *depending on model 29 Maintenance and Cleaning Prior to maintenance and cleaning, ensure that the appliance is switched off and that it is unplugged from the mains: Insert the new paper filter to the stop in the guide rails, only then can the lid be closed. If a paper filter is not inserted, it is not possible to close the cover. Changing the Microfilter We recommend replacing the microfilter on every fifth paper filter replacement, at the latest when the dust level indicator is completely red with a clean dust bag and the nozzle raised. Changing the Paper Filter The paper filter must be replaced if the window on the filter replacement indicator is completely red when the appliance is operating at maximum power and the nozzle is raised from the floor. [. . . ] Insert new paper filter. What to do, if . . . . . . the nozzle is hard to push Reduce the power setting on the appliance. Cleaning efficiency is not degraded in this case. [. . . ]