User manual SAMSUNG VC-8716VT INTRODUCTION

[. . . ] Use the vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as described in these instructions. Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bag. Change the dust bag before it is full in order to maintain best efficiency. [. . . ] Keep the vacuum cleaner away from stoves and other heat sources. Heat can deform and discolour the plastic parts of the unit. Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner as they may damage the cleaner parts. Do not block the suction or the exhaustion part. Switch the vacuum cleaner off at the machine before unplugging from the electrical outlet. Grasp the plug to disconnect from power outlet to avoid damage to cord, plug, prongs or socket. Always disconnect cord from electrical outlet before changing the dust bag. The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If your vacuum cleaner is not operating correctly, switch off the power supply and consult an authorized service agent. This tool can be separated into two parts. 4 DJ68-00068S 3/29/01 4:19 PM Page 8 USING & ASSEMBLING THE STRAP(OPTIONAL) This appliance is designed to be conveniently carried on your waist using the belt-strap accessory. When cleaning steps, curtains, shelves, etc, you can carry the unit with the strap over your shoulder. 1) Ready for use 1) Insert the lockers into the holes on the cleaner, taking care of the lockers' direction. *Strap-ends should face the body of the cleaner. 2) Pull the lockers to the front of the cleaner until they click into place. Locker 3) Adjust the strap length to fit your body. 2) * 3) When not using the strap - Detach the lockers by pushing them down and drawing them out from the unit. - Keep the strap separately for the next time you want to use it. PARK POSITION Located on the top rear side of the vacuum-cleaner, there is a nozzle support that can be used to park the nozzle during pauses in cleaning. TRANSPORTING AND STORING THE VACUUM CLEANER For easy storage and transportation, this vacuum cleaner has a clip system built onto the body, which will keep the tube, hose and nozzle in a vertical position. 5 DJ68-00068S 3/29/01 4:19 PM Page 9 REPLACING THE DUST BAG 1) To open the dust cover of the dust bag compartment, press the clamper upwards. (The clamper is located at the front of the dust cover) 2) Remove the dust bag from the cleaner. 3) After removing the used dust bag, insert the cardboard bag collar of the new dust bag into its original position. 4) Press the dust cover down gently until the clamper relocks. FOR CLOTH FILTER BAG After using, if the cloth filter bag is full of dust, clean the cloth filter bag and use it again. MAINTENANCE OR REPLACEMENT OF THE FILTERS INLET FILTER To protect the motor, your cleaner features a secondary filter at the front of the motor in the dust compartment. Do not allow the filter to become clogged. Suction power reduction or motor damage may result. [. . . ] Suction power reduction or motor damage may result. After cleaning the secondary filter attach it in place. SECONDARY FILTER SECONDARY FILTER OUTLET FILTER 1) Open the grille part, separate the exhausted filter. 2) Reassemble it after cleaning or replacing the filter in the reverse order. NOTE: The filters must be completely dried before being replaced in the dust compartment. 6 DJ68-00068S 3/29/01 4:19 PM Page 2 USAGE OF FLOOR NOZZLE FOR RUG / FLOOR SELECTOR Before use make sure that the position of the selector is in the right position for the type of surface to be cleaned. Select the carpet indicator when cleaning carpets. [. . . ]