Upright Vacuum Cleaner VCU10P USER GUIDE
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury: $ Read all the instructions carefully before using your appliance and keep them for future reference. If you pass the product on to a third party, include this manual. $ Unplug the appliance from the mains supply when not in use, removing or attaching filters, accessories, the dust cup and before cleaning any part of the appliance. $ When unplugging, hold the plug top, not the power cord.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Your Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Using your Vacuum Cleaner BRUSH CONTROL Vacuuming Carpets and Hard Floors Set the vacuuming height before commencing cleaning. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before vacuuming. LONG PILE HARD FLOOR CAUTION: Setting the vacuuming height should only be done when the cleaner is switched off at the mains. Stand the cleaner fully upright. SHORT PILE Turn the carpet height adjustment knob to the desired setting.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Using the accessories The Turbo Brush Switch the cleaner OFF at the mains switch on the handle. The turbo brush iis a smaller version of the rotating brush in your upright vacuum cleaner. It is designed to be used with an extension tube fitted to the hose. A powerful impeller action rotates the turbo brush at high speed and this gives a powerful cleaning action.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide When you have finished Vacuuming: Set the cleaner fully upright. Switch the cleaner off at the handle. Unplug from the mains. Set the cleats vertical and rewind the cord around the upper and lower cleats. Re-assemble the hose and attachments if necessary. Fold the upper handle down fully. Empty the dust cup and clean the dust cup filters (see Pages 7 & 8) Wipe the cleaner body with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Emptying the Dust Cup Invert the dust cup over a bin. Press the catch on the lid which will pop open. Shake and tap the dust cup lightly to remove as much dust as possible. Close the lid. Set the cleaner upright, switch off and unplug. Empty the dust cup regularly to maintain the efficient performance of the cleaner. The maximum dirt level is marked on the Dust Cup. You must empty the Dust Cup before the dirt reaches the MAX mark.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Debris Screen Cleaning the Dust Cup Filters Empty the Dust Open the base of the cup over a bin. LOCK Shake out as much dust as possible. UNLOCK HEPA Filter Hold the dust cup firmly with one hand. Place your other hand inside the cup and take hold of the debris screen tube. Rotate the cup lid to the right to the UNLOCK position and lift the lid off. Rotate the debris screen firmly to the right to unlock it and then carefully withdraw the screen from the tube.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Cleaning Pre-Motor & Exhaust Filters Check these filters whenever you remove the dust cup for emptying and clean them when necessary. Lift out to clean A A. Pre-Motor Filter Remove the dust cup. Lift the pre-motor filter insert out. Rinse in lukewarm water. A very soiled filter should be thoroughly washed with fresh tepid water. with a drop of mild detergent. Rinse well. Let the filter air dry for 24 hours before re-installing. B B.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Changing the Brush Roller and Drive Belt Sluggish speed and loss of suction may be caused by a worn or slack belt. If the cleaner does not pick up on carpets but is OK when using the attachments this indicates a worn brush roller. These components are user replaceable. DO NOT replace these components yourself unless you are confident that you can carry out this procedure satisfactorily. Make sure the cleaner is switched off and unplugged from the mains before you start work.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide Stage 4. Replace the belt Manoeuvre the belt over the spindle, straighten it out and lay the belt flat on the spindle. Thread the brush through the belt. Position the belt over the convex section of the brush . Make sure the belt is not twisted Stage 5. Replace the Brush A. Hold the brush in both hands. Pull the brush towards you and partially insert the left hand side bearing of the brush into its socket with your thumb.
VCU10P Vacuum Cleaner User Guide OPERATING CAUTIONS $ NEVER operate the cleaner with damaged filters or with a filter missing $ Use approved filters and regularly clean and replace them. $ Wind the cord around the cleats after use. If an obstruction occurs during cleaning: Turn the cleaner OFF and unplug. Check the dust level. Empty the dust cup. Check the hose and the tubes for blockage and clear these manually following the instructions on Page 6.
