Model VFA282FTW Language English 20 Page 100g Material 2007/05/17 Date 3828FI3877E Part No. Color(cover/body) 2/1 145*215 Size(W*H) YANGZHIHUA Designer Description MANUAL,OWNERS Chage Record No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Change content ECO No.
Upright Vacuum Cleaner Owner's Manual MODEL: VFA282FTW PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE VACUUM CLEANER P/No.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY.....................................................3 PARTS AND FEATURES ........................................................................4 TELESCOPIC HANDLE RELEASE........................................................5 CORD RELEASE ....................................................................................5 SWITCH OPERATION ............................................................................6 BODY RELEASE AND POSITIONS ...............
INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY Please read all the following information, which contains important instructions for the safety, the use and the maintenance of the appliance. This appliance complies with the following EC Directives: -73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC-Low Voltage Directive-89/336EEC -EMC Directive. ❏ Never allow children to use the appliance unsupervised. ❏ Do not allow it to use as a toy, injury could result. ❏ Do not continue to the cleaner if any appears to be faulty, missing or damaged.
PARTS AND FEATURES It is important to know your vacuum cleaner’s parts and features to assure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your cleaner.
TELESCOPIC HANDLE RELEASE Release the telescopic handle by pulling telescopic release lever up with fingers and pulling up the telescopic handle. Telescopic release lever To lower the telescopic handle pull the telescopic release lever up with fingers and push down on the telescopic handle. Telescopic handle Note : For your convenience, adjust telescopic handle height properly to your height. CORD RELEASE Turn the quick release cord hanger to either side to release the power cord.
SWITCH OPERATION Switch operation • Off • Floor: Hard floors (Agitator off) • Carpet: Agitator on WARNING Personal injury hazard To avoid personal injury, do not turn switch On/Off if the vacuum or your hand is wet. BODY RELEASE AND POSITIONS Release the vacuum body by pressing down on the body release pedal with your foot and pulling back and down. Body release pedal RECOMMENDED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS To select a pile height setting : Turn off cleaner first.
ATTACHMENT USE CHART CLEANING AREA ATTACHMENT Furniture* Between Cushions* Drapes* Stairs Walls X X X X X DUSTING BRUSH CREVICE TOOL X X X MINI NOZZLE X X X * Always clean attachments before using on fabrics. VACUUMING TIPS Carpet edges WARNING Use attachments such as crevice tool, dusting brush, Mini-nozzle on carpet edges. See page 7, 8 Personal Injury Hazard Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on stairs. If it falls, personal injury or property damage could result.
Dusting brush: Functions as a dusting brush,also an upholstery nozzle which is useful for furniture, shelves etc. Attach as shown. Mini-nozzle Mini-nozzle is attached as shown and used for stairs and other hard to reach places. To remove Mini-nozzle cover: Remove 2 screws on the bottom and take Mininozzle cover off as shown. Crevice tool: Crevice tool is attached as shown and used for corners, between cushions etc. Press Frequently check and remove hair, string, and lint build-up the brush area.
PERFORMANCE FEATURES Motor protector Thermal protector This vacuum has a motor protector bypass valve which automatically opens to provide cooling air to the motor when a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor. If the bypass valve opens to prevent motor overheating and possible damage to the vacuum, you will notice a change of sound as air rushes through the valve opening. This vacuum has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum from overheating.
VACUUM CLEANER CARE Always follow all safety precautions when cleaning and servicing the vacuum cleaner. WARNING Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting. VACUUM STORAGE To store the vacuum cleaner when it is not used, assemble its cord and return its telescopic handle to its lower space saving position.
DUST BIN CLEANING For best performance always empty the dust bin when the dirt level reaches the "MAX" line. TO CLEAN DUST BIN remove 3 catches on dust cap and separate dust bin lid from dust bin and blade as shown. Dust bin lid WARNING Lock Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. TO REMOVE DUST BIN, press the dust bin release lever until it snaps, and slide the bin out of cleaner. Unlock Blade MA X Do not use wet dust bin and blade when reuse, dry completely.
FILTERS CLEANING / CHANGING Close Open Supporter filter case Exhaust filter Allow exhaust filter to dry 24 hours in the shade before putting it back. Make sure that the filters dry completely. Remove supporter filter case and clean the filter and case in cold water only. DO NOT USE DETERGENT OR SOAP. FOR OPTIONAL PERFORMANCE, CHECK FILTERS FREQUENTLY AND CLEAN WHEN DIRTY. CAUTION Let filter dry for 24 hours in the shade before putting it back. Wet filter can cause permanent damage to cleaner.
BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING Check and remove hair, string, ad lint build-up in the agitator brush area. To replace nozzle bottom plate, should regulation be placed in its place and reinstall things you removed. WARNING Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting.
To seat agitator right end, pull both end of agitator forward and seat it into nozzle base. Remove string or hair that may be wrapped around the agitator. WARNING To seat agitator left end, put left end of agitator into slot in nozzle base as shown. Be careful when removing the agitator as the belt tension is high. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the agitator releasing quickly and snapping away. TO REPLACE BELT Seat the right end of agitator into nozzle base.
CLEANING EXTERIOR Unplug power cord from wall outlet. Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. DO NOT drip water in the cleaner. DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. Wash tools in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. DO NOT use tools if they are wet. REMOVING CLOGS The hose located on the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from the nozzle up to the dust bin.
TROUBLESHOOTING Review this chart to find do-it-yourself solutions for a minor performance problems. Additional service needed, other than those described in this owner's manual, should be performed at an authorized LG Electronics Service agency. WARNING Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION CLEANER WILL NOT RUN 1.
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