User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX Z3372M

[. . . ] The vacuum cleaner features double insulation and does not need to be earthed. 5 4 Never vacuum: · In wet areas · Close to flammable gas, etc. · Without a dustbag (this may damage the cleaner). A safety device is fitted which prevents the cover closing without a dustbag in place. Never vacuum: · Sharp objects · Fluids (this can cause serious damage to the machine) · Hot or cold cinders, lit cigarette butts, etc. [. . . ] Press the foot pedal to rewind the cable (take hold of the plug to prevent it striking you). 1 Pull dustbag upward and remove the motor protection filter. 2 Rinse the filter under tap water and dry it completely. 3 Put the filter back into the cleaner and close the cover. Cleaning the micro exhaust filter (The exhaust filter should be replaced approximately every 4 months). 4 5 2 5 4 Open the filter grill to remove the exhaust filter. Rinse the filter under tap water and dry it completely. Note: Do not use cleaning agents and avoid touching the delicate filter surface. 1 2 3 4 5 6 CLEANING THE HOSE AND NOZZLE The vacuum cleaner stops automatically if the nozzle, tube or hose becomes blocked, or the filter and dustbag are blocked. Disconnect from the mains and allow the vacuum cleaner to cool down for approximately 20-30 minutes. Clear whatever is causing the blockage and/or replace dirty filters or the full dustbag. Tubes and hose 1 Use a cleaning strip or similiar to clear the tubes and hose. The cutoff plug should then be disposed of to prevent hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home. The wires in the mains cable of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral. As the colours of the wires in the mains cable of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked the letter L or coloured red. If using a three-pin plug, do not make any connection to the terminal marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow. [This cleaner is double insulated and no earth-connection is necessary. ] It is in your interest to ensure that the plug is correctly attached to the mains cable. In case of doubt, have it done by a qualified electrician, as Electrolux cannot regard the repair of faults on the plug connection as a service that can be given free of charge under the terms of guarantee. As a general guide to fitting any plug · Ensure the lengths of wire inside the plug are prepared correctly. · Connection should be firmly made after all conductor stands are entered into the terminal posts. · When preparing the cable ends take care not to damage the outer seal, or insulation surrounding the inner conductors. · Replace the top cover of the plug and secure. 9 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: · Do not use out doors or on wet surfaces. [. . . ] · Turn off all controls before unplugging. · Do not unplug by pulling on cord. · Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. · Do not put any object into openings. [. . . ]