Operating instructions

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This vacuum cleaner has a thermal cut-out which

automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner from

overheating. If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the

motor, the thermal cut-out turns the motor off automatically to

allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to

the vacuum cleaner.

To correct problem: If this occurs, turn the vacuum cleaner

off and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the mains outlet to

allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal cut-out to

reset. Check for and remove clogs, if necessary. Also

check and clean/replace any clogged filters. Wait

approximately forty (40) minutes before switching on the

vacuum cleaner. The motor protector will not reset if the

vacuum cleaner is not disconnected from the mains

socket even if the vacuum cleaner has cooled down.

H) MOTOR PROTECTOR

Motor Protector

This vacuum cleaner has a motor protector by-pass 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 by-pass valve opens to prevent motor

overheating and possible damage to the vacuum cleaner,

you will notice a change of sound as air rushes through the

valve opening.

To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-SHOOTING

guide.

NOTE: The motor protector may open when using

attachments or when cleaning new carpet, due to reduced

airflow by the attachments themselves or by new carpet

fluff filling the dust bin quickly. See the TROUBLE-

SHOOTING guide.

I) THERMAL CUT-OUT

CAUTION:

Do not block motor protector.

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BLOCKAGES

Hose Coupling

Suction Inlet

Hose Inlet

Secondary

Filter Screen

The hose located on the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt

from the nozzle up to the dust bin. If the hose should

become clogged:

Unplug the vacuum cleaner from mains outlet.

Remove hose coupling and check hose coupling and hose

inlet for clogs according to the following procedure.

To remove hose coupling:

1.Depress and tilt tab A as shown.

2.Once tab A is clear of the vacuum cleaner inlet, depress

and tilt tab B as shown.

To re-install hose coupling: Reverse steps above.

Check suction inlet and secondary filter screen for clogs.

Disconnect nozzle hose from connector pipe, check the

hose. Plug in vacuum cleaner and turn on.

Stretch hose in and out to remove clog. If clogs still exist,

turn the vacuum cleaner over and inspect agitator area for

clogs, see BELT CHANGING AND CLEANING for details.

Connector Pipe

Nozzle

Hose

I ) HOW TO REMOVE THE TELESCOPIC HANDLE

With the handle on its lowest position, depress the handle

height adjustment button and raise handle about 6 cm

while turning it counterclockwise.

You should be able to turn the handle 90° to a transversal

position.

Pull handle straight out until free from vacuum cleaner. Do

not use excessive force.

Handle height

adjust button

G) HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:While using

the accessories, hold

the handle with one

hand to avoid pulling the

vacuum cleaner over.

Lift out accessories needed.

To prevent damage to carpeted

floors when using tools, the vacuum

cleaner should not remain in one

place for a period of time.

NOTE: After using the accessories, re-insert the hose to the connector pipe.

To avoid accidental injury,

keep children away from the

agitator while in operation.

Connect any of the accessories, as indicated.