User manual DIRT DEVIL DDHV6

[. . . ] Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the charger cord or plug is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Do not pull or carry by the charger cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not handle the plug , charger pack or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. [. . . ] PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE. dirtdevil. com. au 3 VEC-101 & 102 User Guide. qxd:User guide 12/11/09 16:48 Page 4 ----- Operation Operation Before using for the first time NOTE: The Dirt Devil cordless rechargeable hand-held vacuum cleaner is supplied with the battery in the uncharged state. Before using the appliance for the first time, charge the battery for 16 - 20 hours. The cordless vacuum cleaner is operated by rechargeable lead-acid battery. The rechargeable battery will reach its full capacity after a charging time of 16 to 20 hours. With a fully charged battery, the rechargeable vacuum cleaner will work for its full operating period. Place the vacuum on the charger when you are not using it. This will ensure that it is always fully charged and ready for use. If the battery is not charged immediately after use it may become damaged from being left in a discharged state. Charging 1. Position the charger near a mains socket and insert the plug. Charger 2. Place the vacuum cleaner into the charger. The red charging indicator light comes on to show that the appliance is seated correctly in charger and that the charging process has begun. NOTE: Do not forget to set the appliance On / Off switch in the Off position before charging begins. Always replace the appliance back into the charger so that it is always fully charged and ready for use. Important: To ensure that you continue to obtain the best performance from your vacuum cleaner, we recommend that the battery is fully discharged and fully recharged once a month. 4 Dirt Devil Service line AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900 VEC-101 & 102 User Guide. qxd:User guide 12/11/09 16:48 Page 4 ----- Operation Operation How to use 1. Remove the vacuum cleaner from the charger. Make sure the dust filter is installed before you use the appliance. To check that the dust filter is installed, open the front nozzle by pressing the dust container release button and remove the nozzle. With dust filter in place, slide the nozzle back into position. To operate the appliance, move the On / Off switch into the On position. After use return the On/ Off switch into the Off position. The small brush and the crevice tool are used to clean narrow difficult to reach places. These tools can be inserted into the nozzle opening. [. . . ] Simply call us on AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; please check the fitment according to instructions on page 5. • The filter may be clogged; refer to ‘Maintenance: Cleaning the filters’ on page 6. Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?• The filter may be clogged; refer to ‘Maintenance: Cleaning the filters’ on page 6. [. . . ]